I first heard about this coffee shop from a coworker. Their coffee is, quite literally, the best coffee I've ever had. I'd genuinely love to know which local roasters they source their beans from. What stands out most is how smooth the coffee is--there's absolutely no bitter aftertaste. Their honey brown sugar latte deserves special recognition. So many honey lattes either taste overly artificial or like the honey is barely there at all. Not this one. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and it's honestly one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had. I could drink gallons of it. The quality is fantastic and I've found myself thinking about that latte long after I've finished it. My only complaint is that I don't live closer. If I did, I'd probably be there every day. read more

What a neat little coffee shop! We stopped in in need of some caffeine this morning and were not disappointed! We ordered an iced mocha latte and iced snickerdoodle latte. The snickerdoodle was perfectly spiced and still had some coffee flavor. The mocha was delicious, certainly an occasional treat as it is more of a coffee milkshake than a coffee. We also ordered the mini apple cider donuts which were okay, they seemed to be plain donuts tossed in cinnamon sugar and the dough had a funny aftertaste. Overall they have a killer menu and a cute & homey sitting area and patio. With so many coffee and caffeine drinks to try- we'll be back! read more

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Joel, Melissa and the crew are always awesome. Today I got a couple of delicious sandwiches. A short phone call about 10 minutes ahead of the visit and they were already when my latte was! Perfect timing and the food is really good! I also just love the way the place always smells like coffee heaven! read more

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I looked up local coffee shops in Ankeny, IA, during a weekend of sports for a quick fix last year (2023). Porchlight Coffeehouse came up and I wanted to visit something local. So, this was the pick. I'm glad it was! What a great little spot in a small old "Main Street" feel part of town. The interior was welcoming and on such a beautiful day, the outdoor patio was even better! It was fairly quiet with little noise and light traffic. I'm back again in 2024 and still love it just as much. The coffee is fantastic! For the price, I'd pick this over the chain staples any day. I asked the crew to make a "really good mocha drink" and they pulled it off, not that I doubted it. They were extremely friendly about it and speedy with service. I'd come here again and again with good vibes and great coffee! read more

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I'm not a coffee or tea drinker, so coffeehouses aren't a favorite because of a certain blend or coffee vibe. It's about feel, how my partner enjoys the experience, and food items. The donut holes were tasty, but all I found on the menu to drink was water. Everyone around me was enjoying their time, and I noticed that they had some food items on the menu that I will explore on my next visit. I didn't see Soft Drinks. Loved their interior, as it was cozy and inviting, and their adjacent open space in back was terrific, with a zillion kids having fun on turf on a Saturday morning. It made the whole experience enjoyable. read more

Porch Light Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Fire coffee shop! They have friendly baristas who are super helpful if you need menu suggestions, as well as the cutest interior that has some great character! Plenty of seating, easy to access bathrooms, and it's connected to a lil shop. The energy drink (a blue something or other, my dunce ordered it lol) was an 8/10, it had blue raspberry and white chocolate! I had a breve with caramel and whip cream, it was delightful, not very sweet, but then the delicious full flavored coffee was able to shine and tantalize my taste buds, needless to say it was a 9.5/10! Didn't capture any pics as it was hopping and hopping busy, and we didn't have time to stay and enjoy our drinks at the coffee house:) will definitely stop again when passing through the area! read more

Enjoyed this little Indy coffee shop! We got an iced Americano and a brown sugar/cinnamon shaken espresso. Both were lovely! Love when an espresso can stand on its own in an Americano and when going half flavor on the shaken espresso, the flavor of it didn't go away. We love tasting coffee and not all the syrup flavor! read more

In town for family Thanksgiving and hopped on Yelp to find a local coffeeshop. Porch Light came up so went to check it out. At the top of the seasonal latte list was an AE eggnog latte. I couldn't be happier as this is my favorite type of latte during the Christmas season. The staff was friendly and quick with the latte prep. Cute little place to pop in a grab a hot coffee. read more

Great place to stop for a coffee or drink in Ankeny. The ambiance was very warm and cozy. I got a coconut matcha and a chocolate chip muffin, both were wonderful! Service was fast and friendly. read more

Porch Light Coffeehouse - Coconut matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

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What a great coffeehouse! They have every kind of coffee or tea you can imagine. It's adorable inside with little areas set up and divided by a two-sided fireplace. Exceptionally warm and inviting! When I walked in to order they have cute cards, magnets and coffee cups for sale - along with funny signs to setup in your home! We all need a smile and PorchLight offers this up along with amazing scones that change flavors everyday. I just love this downtown area of Ankeny, and it's well worth the stop! read more

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We stayed in Ankeny for our daughter's graduation from Iowa State. We tried Porch Light because we like exploring different coffee shops. We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the coffee. I could tell this was a popular local place watching the people on a Friday morning. If I lived in the area this would be a regular place to come and enjoy. read more

Porch Light Coffeehouse - A Mocha, Iced Latte and a Lavender Latte. With a blueberry muffin. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

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Very chill. Great lattes and cold brew. Convenient seating. The whole atmosphere is really nice and the folks running it are awesome. Liked the donuts too. Fresh as could be. read more

I was in town visiting family this past weekend and stopped in for a coffee and I'm glad I did! The shop is adorable and the coffee itself was delicious. I had gotten the salted caramel macchiato and it was the perfect balance of sweet without being over the top. The next I'm there, I will be sure to stop back in for another cup! read more

Love this place! Great people, great coffee and nice vibe. The ambiance is relaxed and decor is fun. Nice place to have a high end coffee and chill. read more

Cute shop, nice location, but just ok. Located in a little uptown area hidden in a neighborhood of homes. Outside is really cute, eye catching, and welcoming. During COVID19 review: Visited at 7:00am on a Saturday, shop was empty. All workers were welcoming and masked. Walking in feels unlike any other coffee shop, there's a hallway and a connecting door to a gift shop. Through a mini wall maze you get to the ordering counter. Many drinks to choose from. I ordered a seasonal: gingerbread latte with almond milk. And my friend ordered a regular mocha. Both came to $9.xx I appreciate the plant based milk options. And their syrups were as well. Drinks were ok. I was not impressed with my latte. Tasted watery and no gingerbread flavor. The espresso was not a bold bean/roast so it was bland. And did not taste smooth. Not sure if they roast in house or not. I would like to come back to retry. The drive is a stretch for me but for the coziness, service, and price....may be worth a second shot. Service was nice and ambiance was very cool. Looks like they have outdoor seating that summer will be calling me out there... read more

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Great local coffee shop! I like to try something different each time I come. They also have a good selection of bakery items. Seating can feel tight in there because it's a popular place, but I've always found a spot. The staff is so kind and really knows their product! read more

If you're looking for a solid choice coffee spot I'd say this fits the bill. Quick service even on Saturday morning with the farmers market around the corner and a line, my drink was perfect! Great flavor options for both coffee and non coffee drinks. Lots of seating inside, no outside patio from what I could tell. I came in with my stroller, admittedly it's a bit large, so finding enough space to navigate and park was a little challenging. BUT I was happy it looked like they had baby changing tables in the ladies AND men's room. read more

Great place to stop for coffee. Relaxing vibe inside. Ordered a coconut matcha...yum! Would love to come back if I get the opportunity to try other drinks! read more

I like the cold brew, cappuccino was good, love the ambience, not a fan of scones, lacking flavor and overly dry for me, tried the croissant, it was overdone super hot fresh from microwave, not my ideal. But I will keep returning when in town for the good coffee, and nice ambience. read more

Best coffee in Ankeny, hands down, with quality espresso! The scones are so good as well. The vibe is cozy and relaxed and the staff are all super friendly. read more

We love this place!! We are from Vegas and we come here often throughout the year and we go to this coffee shop every time we're here. LOVE the peanut butter cookie! The whole family purchases it every time we're here! The owner and staff are super nice. The coffee is great quality, better than Starbucks! read more

This is the best coffee in Ankeny, in my very unprofessional, yet picky, opinion. The staff is always friendly and I love the seat right next to the fireplace. Great location for when I'm dropping the kiddos off at school. Definitely recommend. read more

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Go on.... we'll leave the light on for you. I don't know, but that I always think of that saying from Motel6, because I'm lame and only can think of Dad jokes. Porch Light Coffehouse is a nice small business coffee house for your caffeine needs. They have a good amount of chairs and tables for you to sit and relax at and the employees are nice and friendly. Their coffee is decent and the ambiance is nice. read more

Stopped in on a whim. This coffee shoppe in just a few blocks from the Ankeny farmers market. Like normal I like to ask the person behind the register what the best thing on the menu is. They let me know that the house coffee was good and that the mochas were better. They each had their choice in what they really liked. I did really enjoy their in house brew. It was piping hot and enjoyed it nice and slow. My mom had the decaf and did enjoy hers as well. I think if I visit up that direction again I will sneak in and try some food and next visit. read more

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Great atmosphere and a killer vanilla latte. It's the simple things that make this place a great place to sip and chill, or meet up with a friend to catch-up over coffee, or just put in a few hours pounding out a few work things with your americano. read more

I pass through Ankeny frequently. Decided to look for a legit coffee shop with a nice cappuccino. The website picture looked great. The reality was underwhelming. On the positive side; staff was friendly and the shop is decorated very nicely. Even has a cozy fireplace. I will stop again on my next time through town. read more

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Great coffee! Great place to read, do some work, have a date, or catch up with a friend! Cozy, great coffee, and good service!

TLDR: Tons of coffee choices, lots of sugar, subpar espresso, friendly staff, dry and foamy steamed milk. Porch light is the almost ideal Christian Coffee shop. Between worship songs the occasional Coldplay tune will take over but is hardly noticeable as the music lays low in the background. Really comfortable setting with a great temperature, a good amount of cozy seating (I'm never stuck without a spot), and an ambient lighting atmosphere create a great coffee house vibe for studying, reading, meetups, or dates. The coffee: holy smokes is there a lot. And most of it requires a sweet tooth to understand as they have countless mocha and latte flavors specific to your desires. Just ask the baristas and they're happy to guide you through some of their favorites! I ordered a 12oz Carmel breve this time around. Not too bad flavor, wish their syrup was more noticeable. The espresso in my drink was below average and tasted fairly heavy and bitter. It took a few sips to get through all the foam in the top. Not the best milk steaming I've seen but it's acceptable for a local shop, especially with a thick half and half drink. The staff: all of the staff every time I've been in have been extremely friendly and happy to help out with my order. I've noticed the same woman working every time I've been in over the past 2 years who I think owns the business. They're dedicated to having knowledgeable friendly baristas however might lack in coffee knowledge and technique. All around, solid coffee shop. Better than diem or Starbucks in ankeny for everything except a drive through, would recommend checking out this hidden gem in old town! read more

Absolutely the best coffee shop in Ankeny. Huge menu with lots of options, service is always friendly and prompt, and the seating is cosy and great for getting together with friends. Their dirty chai latte is absolutely delicious and I strongly recommend the scones. I'd go here every day if I could! The only thing that would make it better would be to offer a drive thru, but that's not an option in their current location. And their coffee is good enough to be worth parking and going inside. read more

Got a cold almond milk latte. Espresso was the most burnt flavor I've ever tasted ): it was also almost $7 for a medium. The inside looked great so I wish the coffee was at least serviceable :/ read more

They forgot to write that I had whip on my drink, which wasn't a big deal at all. however, the young woman with glasses who gave my drink to me was very rude and looked pissed the entire time because of the miscommunication. I was nice to her and didn't appreciate the attitude I was given. read more

Great customer service!! I ordered a cold brew that was really good!! Place was busy but no problem finding seating to enjoy my brew along with great conversation with friends!! read more

Hands down great coffee every-time - they know their beans and flavors. Love buying beans to grind at home here.

Porch Light is our "go to" coffeehouse. Love the Mudpuddles (blended frozen drinks), scones, and cookies. Great place to go for conversations with friends or to study alone. read more

This coffee shop is so cute. I've now been here two times. Both times the cashier was very perky and willing to help me find a coffee drink I wanted (when I asked for suggestions). I got a breakfast sandwich both times I've visited. The sandwich was big and hot! They make them to order unlike Starbucks. My second visit here, I got a salted caramel machiatto (caramel machiattos are my go to drink). It was so good and a nice fall drink. They have about 8 seasonal drinks at any given time. The prices are comparable to other coffee shops in town. My favorite part is the vibe. They have a comfy couch and some comfy chairs to sit in. read more

Came in with the family and love that they had specialty lattes and kids options. I tried the Lavender latte and it was delish. The kids had hot chocolate. Place was clean with multiple seating options. Staff was friendly and helpful. read more

Hands down THE BEST coffee shop in Ankeny! Not only is it adorable inside, the employees are friendly and their prices are fair! I love a good cup of black coffee and I love espresso... But I have to say they can make a killer chai! Having been a former barista of 7years, I can say they know what's up. I've tried a chai almond milk charger (both hot and iced) and it's probably the best drink I've ever had. They have a cute little fire place, large couch, comfy chairs, tables, and sometimes outdoor seating. Grab and go baked goods and bottled drinks (even children's pouches) are also available. They have a cute selection of cards as well. Thank you porch light for making Ankeny a little brighter. Can't wait to bring the husband in soon. Having lived here for 2.5 years and just discovering you not that long ago, it makes me sad to be moving out of Ankeny! read more

YUM. I love the calm atmosphere and my drink was not expensive but it was delicious!!! I got the salted caramel cold brew with cold foam. 10/10 drink. The workers were very nice! read more

One of my favorite coffee shops. Anytime I am in town Porch Light Coffeehouse is a must. I love all the variety and options. Great atmosphere to sit and catch up with friends too. read more

Love to shop local, and this place is so warm and inviting with cozy seating areas, it really just draws you in. This gem is right in Uptown, and this will be a fantastic future to go during the farmer's market. I had the apricot peach green tea and it was perfectly done, they have a nice station with honey, sugar, sweeteners, to add to your desire. This made it great to make sure it wasn't too sweet! My husband had the Cola mocha espresso iced coffee. It was very different, kind of a bitter coke taste but it really grew on your, it was delicious! Really refreshing. They sell a variety of local bakery goods, including Sweet 2 Eat bake shop, chocolates, and something I want to try in the future wine cotton candy. Staff was super friendly and the place is spotless. We will be back when we can sit back and enjoy our drinks in house instead of taking them on the run. read more

Porch Light Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa