The drinks here are so good and unique! The decor inside is gorgeous as well. Love coming here…read moreevery time I am in Des Moines.

I got the Lavender thyme iced latte, and it was amazing! There are many house made syrup flavors to…read morechoose from. The iced coffees are sent out in reusable jars. The ambiance is simple and clean, and the employees were helpful and kind.

I have been super excited to try this place as I have the coffeehop pass and have had serval people…read moremention this coffee shop. I thought it was pretty good and was a different environment to grab a coffee. A friend and I went on a Sunday morning, so it was pretty busy and we had to wait a little bit to find a seat. We found street parking on Ingersoll and had a short walk over which didn't bother us, but I can understand how parking is an issue during busier times. My friend and I both enjoyed our drinks but weren't blown away. I also tried the breakfast burrito which was okay, but I probably wouldn't order again. I was hoping to try the breakfast sandwich but they were sold out. I liked this shop, but it is not a place I would go out of my way for.

Weird interaction with the workers here.. ordered a cappuccino and but got a flat white. When I…read morenicely asked if I could have a cappuccino I was rudely spoken to and told a flat white is a cappuccino. Huh? Definitely had me second guessing so I quietly went back to work but I later looked it up and it's not the same thing.. i don't think I'll be coming back here.

My son got The Jake, and I got Honey Cinnamon Latte. Delish! Great vibe and ample seating.read more

What a cute coffee shop!…read more I loved their Hiland latte. I also appreciate a more environmentally conscious business. There are lots of tables and games and books! Super inviting atmosphere.

Was looking for a new spot to try out coffee and I went on here of course to see which place to…read morepick from. I saw great reviews about how amazing the coffee and honey is here. Needless to say this spot deserves all its flowers because the coffee is phenomenal. I was greeted instantly by the people behind the counter. They were friendly and it was full of people who were also super friendly. It is a small cozy space with tons of other drinks and cool products to pick from. I had a hot pistachio honey oat latte and I savored it for a few hours because it was really that good. The coffee had a fruity and nutty taste that made my taste buds so happy. The pistachio and honey mix was the perfect combination. Can't wait to go back to try more!

The barista is a pretentious prick. Won't give you their undivided attention while taking your…read moreorder because he isn't finished making the prior customers order and then screws up the order. He then tries to claim that a flat white is the same thing as a cappuccino whilst making an insulting comment towards Australians. I should have went to vibrant coffee around the corner. And to my guy here: when someone orders two different drinks, don't make the same drink and try to play it off like your some superior barista; your job is to serve coffee as it's ordered, that's it. All I wanted was to enjoy a morning coffee but instead had to deal with some asshole with a complex.

Excellent coffee, tasty breakfast, friendly service, busy but not too busy, great retro interior…read moreand vibe, with a colorful painted piano on the patio just waiting to be played. Love this place!

Been coming here for years. Wonderful coffee, salads, staff and very social ambiance…read more More recently coffee is not hot, tables need to be wiped and food quality varies.

Stopped by early morning for a crepe and it was the perfect amount to start my day. Service was…read morequick and the staff were super friendly. The place has a cozy coffee shop vibe that makes you want to stick around a little longer. The coffee itself wasn't anything to write home about, but the crepe made up for it. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town!

Tiny shop with big business! This was my third visit as i am making this review and wow it has been…read moreconsistently been busy every time i come here. I ordered the matcha green tea latte with oat milk this time. Tasty and well sweetened without having anything added. My husband ordered an iced vanilla latte and our drink loving teenager ordered an iced chai. I've had all these drinks in the past and they are consistently delicious. Shop is tiny and has seats for about 15-18 people. Comfortably: 10-12 people. It gets so packed and backed up that I never stay long enough for 15 minutes. I have always visited on a week day mid morning. Great location too. Service is nice and quick with the drinks. I have mostly been served by younger college student aged baristas. I gave 4 stars because I notice I get cross contaminated drinks and get stomachaches once in awhile when I order a hot drink. Other than that it's been a nice experience. Would recommend

I really don't have words to describe this place. Way too nice staff who care about coffee, clean…read morelobby and seating area, insanely good coffee. I suppose the only thing I can think is not ideal is smaller seating situation but other than that this place is a top 5 coffee shop I've ever been to. They handeled my party of 29 in less than 15 minutes while filtering other customers inbetween us. Great system, great coffee, great baristas. 10/10 place!

Okay, full disclosure...I don't drink coffee, and i LOVE this place!…read more Located in an amazing space, Northern Vessel has an amazing interior and the cozy atmosphere they have organically cultivated. This is Johnston-raised TJ Rude's place, and he is a gem. He and business partner Alex Prins are terrific people, and their North Star is evident at all times. They hire well, and it's a great place to visit. They master Cold Brew, Cold Brew Latte, and Drip Coffee, and even though I have not tried it, I don't have to to know to determine it is great.

I'm glad I don't live near this coffee shop, beacuse I'd spend all of my money…read more This is a beautiful space with great energy but still relaxing and/or a place that you could do some studying or work like several people were doing even on the Sunday we visited. Menu selections are vast. Coffee was excellent tasting and strong. Service was fantastic, answering questions and giving suggestions. We got coffee as well as muffins (get the blueberry) and I also opted for the ooey gooey grill cheese sandwich. I will say that was good but not excellent. Was it a grill cheese...yes. it was a good size and hit the spot, but not special or flavorful like most coffee places opt for with their versions. Make sure you go the restrooms when you visit bc it's clean and super cute.

We stopped in for a time to relax after seeing the sights in DSM. Many options to sit and chill…read more Super friendly staff. You also get a good-sized drink at a reasonable price. They even have a walk-up to-go window and a little shop inside. Be sure to support this local business

My husband and I grabbed a coffee at Zanzibar's while waiting for a tattoo consultation down the…read morestreet at the Jade Rabbit (another great place; ask for Anna) and had a great time. Staff were attentive and friendly, despite a busy Saturday morning. My husband stuck with an Asiago bagel, and I tried their Mex Mocha -- both were delicious! While I didn't love the art on display this go 'round, I really appreciate that they showcase pieces from local artists. We'll definitely be back!

Great coffee and espresso. Delicious eggs and friendly baristas. I stopped by on my cross country…read moredrive and was very happy to find a shop that made a proper shot!

Plenty of free 2 hour parking Zero entry…read moreNeat setting - unique decor Friendly staff Price points acceptable The waffle was very good

I really love the decor and all the plants here, it feels cozy and inviting. I also appreciate that…read morethey have healthy options on the menu and clearly care about their ingredients, which you don't find at just any smoothie place. In terms of food, this place has been a bit of a hit or miss for me. The first time we stopped by, we had smoothies, and they were delicious, creamy, and not too artificially sweet, yummy but still felt healthy at the same time. The second time, we tried their coffee and waffles. The latte was good, and I liked their seasonal flavor options. Unfortunately, the gingerbread waffle we tried was practically inedible, wayyyy too spiced, to the point it tasted medicinal. The pomegranate seeds on top, which looked pretty at first, were actually soft and mushy, clearly not fresh. That said, I'm still willing to come back for another smoothie, because those were really good.