The best coffee roasters in Iowa

#1 Smokey Row Coffee

4.5 ★★★★★ 2,732 reviews · Des Moines, IA

Local cafe featuring fresh-roasted coffee, diner-style eats & ice cream in an industrial-chic space.

“We were in town for the weekend and had some time to kill before a flight. We knew we wanted to spend time at a coffee shop, but something more local than Starbucks. This place was…” — Kelani

#2 Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure

4.7 ★★★★★ 629 reviews · Des Moines, IA

Enduring, local art-filled coffee shop with in-house roasting & all-day breakfast in cozy surrounds.

“My Dad and I stopped in for breakfast during the holiday season and had an enjoyable morning before heading back on the road towards the Quad Cities. The coffee was hot and piping …” — Aaron

#3 Twisted Bean Coffee Company

4.7 ★★★★★ 567 reviews · Des Moines, IA

Locally roasted beans, plus breakfasts, sandwiches, and smoothies, are offered by this coffee shop.

“Great coffee spot right on Merle Hay Rd. Walking in you feel the merge of woods and metals with an industrial feel. Very spacious cafe. Coffee tastes great. Smooth. I ordered a lat…” — Christina

#4 Cafe Diem

4.6 ★★★★★ 649 reviews · Ankeny, IA

Relaxed cafe serving soup, salad & sandwiches in a brick-walled space with contemporary decor.

“It’s a jazzy little function. Great place for breakfast, or to study. They play jazz music and it isn’t noisy in there. I come here for their roasted coffee beans. They also offer …” — Kaylyn

#5 Dash Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★★★★★ 550 reviews · Cedar Rapids, IA

Cozy, minimalist hangout featuring breakfast sandwiches, smoothies and specialty drinks, plus outdoor seats.

“Easily the best coffee shop I’ve been in for a long time! Lovely atmosphere, excellent coffee including pour overs (for us coffee snobs), a great food selection which is v reasonab…” — Rhiannon

#6 Press Coffee

4.8 ★★★★★ 425 reviews · Iowa City, IA

Relaxed coffeehouse, known for French-press brews and snacks, plus a drive-through window.

“We were heading out of town on a road trip, and passed by Press Coffee. I'd seen their tempting social media posts, but had never visited. We decided to turn the car around check i…” — Greg

#7 Cottonwood Canyon

4.8 ★★★★★ 423 reviews · Cedar Falls, IA

“Excellent choice for a lazy mid-day meal! The food was DELICIOUS. We had the chicken curry wrap (shown in pic) and the breakfast burrito. Everything was very fresh, and prepared wi…” — Katie

#8 Dunn Brothers Coffee

4.6 ★★★★★ 494 reviews · Coralville, IA

Espresso & cold-brew drinks made from sustainable beans are the specialty of this coffeehouse chain.

“I really appreciate fresh dark roasted coffee. I couldn't find any today at noon at the Coralville Dunn Brothers. I explained what I was looking for to a very customer-focused staf…” — Stephen

#9 Morning Bell Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★★★★★ 367 reviews · Ames, IA

Friendly, airy cafe serving roasted-in-house beans and lattes in a bright space.

“The one and one was a great way to try out their espresso and both were excellent. The service was very friendly and quick. I hope the beans I bought are as good as what I had in t…” — John

#10 Friedrichs Coffee

4.5 ★★★★★ 538 reviews · Urbandale, IA

Hip cafe for caffeinated drinks, plus baked goods and seating indoors and out.

“Great coffee! Open and inviting seating area. Food section is only pastries (we had the cranberry orange pound cake - it was good!) The coffee was great. You can also buy beans her…” — Sara