Who doesn't love a local bakery that is putting out amazing pastries AND has phenomenal savory…read morelunch items?! If they are making pastries, you know that everything down to their buns are going to be mouthwatering... My mom devoured this pastry, but I'm still thinking about that sandwich. The warm pastrami with melted cheese, caramelized onions, and a horseradish aïoli... Lord have mercy. Please support these local bakeries because we need more of them. And by we I mean me. I loved all the natural light, the location is great, there is space that would accommodate a larger group, but also allows for intimate seating and studying if that's your vibe. Lastly, the staff is so lovely and helpful. Always such a great experience there.

4.5/5 Pleasant environment, LOTS of seating, and plenty of bakery items to choose from. Things to…read moreknow: If you're going here to work, they have outlets and a wet bar for self-serve water; if you have any dietary restrictions, they have options for you; if you're looking for a sit-down breakfast, they don't have that option. My one complaint would be the limited breakfast items, but you have so many pastries to choose from so it's ok! They have lots of sandwich options, so I'll definitely be back to try those. I ordered a small hot latte and was pleasantly surprised.

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.

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!

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.

Everything, left the breakfast burrito, specialty coffee, service, and great vibes for quiet…read moreconversation conversations

What a cute little Mexican breakfast/lunch cafe! I've been here twice and both times were great!…read moreThey have a large variety of authentic Mexican breakfast/lunch dishes and some classic brunch options too. I got their maple latte and their chilaquiles, and my husband got the huevos rancheros and the tres leches cake. Everything was delicious and made fresh. They definitely know what they are doing and are a popular spot for a reason. Definitely check them out if you are in the area!

Food was pretty good, I had the breakfast burrito which was a solid 8/10. We each spent $20-$25…read moredollars on our meals so it's a little expensive for what it is. There's no WiFi, so it's not work/study friendly but if you want a nice warm breakfast I'd give it a try. We arrived right at opening, so there weren't a lot of people there yet and had the server come by once the whole time we were there. I give this a 3/5, not bad.

Amazing customer service the lady at the window Angie was very helpful and made my drinks for my…read morefamily. Very welcoming and cheerful I will be back!!!

Very disappointed with my latte this morning around 5:00 AM. It tasted overly bitter and had almost…read moreno flavor you'd expect from a latte. It seemed like the espresso was burnt or the drink wasn't made properly. Definitely not the quality I expected from Dunkin.

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.

Overall this place is cute and the parking makes it so easy! I got the chocolate strawberry waffle…read moreand strawberry cream smoothie. If I were to go here again, I would probably try a different menu item. The waffle was good, but nothing special. As for the smoothie, it was good. It was pretty strong on the coconut, but good. I believe they serve a hailey Bieber smoothie dupe, if I were to know that beforehand I would have got that. The place is decorated well and is cute. I'm rating it the way it is based on my opinion of other favorites in the area as this is more pricey than most breakfast places in the area.

i LOVE coming here when i can. probably my favorite place for protein shakes. my favorite flavors…read moreare fruity pebbles and blueberry muffin!

Plain Talk Books & Coffee was the perfect way to start our morning in Des Moines! If you love cozy…read morecoffee shops with character, this one is definitely worth a visit! Part bookstore and part café, the space is lined with shelves of new and used books, making it easy to grab a coffee and browse for a while. We stopped in for breakfast, and honestly, the bagels and breakfast sandwiches were the highlight! Everything was fresh, the coffee was excellent, and the atmosphere made us want to stay longer but we had items on our itinerary to knock out! I'd highly recommend adding Plain Talk Books & Coffee to your Des Moines itinerary!

Nice staff who brought my order to me while I browsed their book selection. Lots of options to…read morechoose from for lunch. I got the cheese panini and iced coffee and enjoyed both. Seems like it would be a great place to study or work remote. Would recommend and will visit again.

Love the mega teas! Especially the pineapple upside down and Scott's on the beach. Tye dye is…read moreanother fruity choice! Today we had a green seasonal that tasted like a green jolly rancher and it may be my kids new favorite. Love the staff here!! They are supportive of the community and always have smiles!

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Wowwww! First time visiting and first experience with purchasing a Tres Leches cake here…read more Absolutely amazing. I've had tres leches cakes from Mexican restaurants and this one was very comparable to our favorite restaurants. I couldn't believe how fast I was able to get a cake. I made a call at 2pm and was able to pick up by 5:30pm before they closed at 6pm. Excellent customer service and excellent tres leches cake. Spent $40 for a cake that serves 8-10 people. I didn't ask for a designed cake. Just plain white. I will definitely order here again and highly recommend.

Paid $100 for this. Save yourself some trouble and don't come here. Made it very clear if they…read morecould make this and they were very sure about being able to make it.