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  • 5/5 Ojas G. 1 year ago on Google
    Coffee shop with mountain vibes. Super friendly staff, great coffee and good food. Iced coffee was one of the best I have had in town.
    5 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Helen N. 1 year ago on Google
    An unexpected, cozy coffee shop. I feel like Iโ€™m at a ski resort or Stars Hollow, but with way better prices. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is perfect for studying.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Sydney C. 8 months ago on Google
    I recently found this coffee shop in West Des Moines, and Iโ€™m loving it. Not too many small business coffee shops around, and this one is spectacular with delicious breakfast options (I canโ€™t go there without getting their breakfast burrito) and the Mexican Mocha is to die for! It has a small town feel, where the owner knows customers by name, and a great place to sit and chat.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Brendon B. 1 year ago on Google
    Found this gem randomly while driving down Grand and was glad we stopped. Nice feeling on the inside and the coffee was priced fairly and much better than the chains like Starbucks and Dunkin. Whether drive thru or going in, we will be back and suggest others giving it a try as well.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Greg F. 10 months ago on Google
    Skip the chain coffee joints and get a great cafe latte or other brew at this WONDERFUL gem. And, donโ€™t miss the Graziano sausage burrito if youโ€™re hungry. LOVE THIS PLACE AND THE FRIENDLY STAFF, you will too.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Autonomous G. 7 months ago on Google
    The La Barista has something Iโ€™ve not tried until now, a Pistachios Latte, and Iโ€™m instantly obsessed! The homemade cinnamon scone was also delicious! A West Des Moines gem!
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Amanda K. 1 year ago on Google
    The coffee is always good, food is fine, but it's a coffee shop so food isn't important to me. The baritas, and owner are super friendly. I also enjoy supporting local businesses, so it's a win there as well.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Megan I. 1 year ago on Google
    Look online for their menu if you are like me and need to see the options. I love that they do decaf iced drinks. Their breakfast sandwiches are delicious and taste better than a fast food restaurant. I also love the assortment of breads and pastries you can get - I really enjoy the banana bread. Thankful this place is near my house!
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Manar Y. 1 year ago on Google
    I am so glad I found this place. I love it here. It's got the best coffee shop vibes. And it's very clean (even the bathroom). The people working there are lovely. Can't say much about the breakfast since it all has pork and I can't eat it. Having non-pork alternatives would be appreciated if it's possible. From the pastries, I have only had the brownie and it's pretty good. My go-to drink is the Mexican Mocha and it's great. Overall, the atmosphere is very calm and friendly. I love it.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Robert B. 2 years ago on Google
    My wife recommended this place and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I had banana nut coffee with sugar free almond and vanilla syrups in it at the recommendation of the barista. It was delicious. The location was great and it looked like there were plenty of good food options too. I will be going back.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Josh S. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome coffee, great service, good food, nice chill small town atmosphere. One of the best quiches I've had anywhere. I and my girlfriend will definitely be back ๐Ÿ˜€
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Debbie B. 1 year ago on Google
    coffee and quiche very good!! Everyone very friendly. decided to try as I've driven by many times in the past. will definitely come back !!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Sarah M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is almost the perfect coffee shop. It wasnโ€™t busy but there were other people like me camped with laptops, doing work. The drive through did seem to get a lot of traffic. The coffee was very good, the pastry was fine, the people were super nice and helpful. There were lots of outlets and good Wi-Fi. The only slight complaint for which I would never dock a star is that I found the music a little loud and aggressive.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Brynn S. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this local coffee shop! Great service, fair prices and delicious coffee. The drive through situation is a little funky but itโ€™s worth the kerfuffle for a good cup of Joe. Remember to support your local businesses!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Howard 1 year ago on Google
    Iโ€™ve traveled for many years all over the USA due to my work. This family owned(by the girls๐Ÿ˜‚) Coffee Shop is beyond one of the BEST! I enjoy the being called by my name as if Iโ€™d been coming here the 27 years theyโ€™ve been in business. Ideal menu to compliment the Java recipes, Smoothies, & Pastries. Do yourself a favor & stop by this laid back hangout as they are open 7 days a week๐Ÿ˜€. Thanks All of you, Dad tooโ˜บ๏ธ, for the kick start to most of my days! Later๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Dan C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great service, coffee, and breakfast. This is my favorite coffee shop in town!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 nicole r. 1 year ago on Google
    Legendary local spot, owner and staff are amazing people and the friendliest bunch. Coffee is always delicious, shop is cozy+inviting, and the cinnamon rolls and coffee cake are special treats. First and longest running coffee spot I know of in WDM with a drive up window.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Olivia K. 1 year ago on Google
    I really enjoy this place, if you have time it is a great place to go inside for coffee and bakery items. Their coffee is great, much better than other โ€œchainโ€ options.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Skye M. 8 months ago on Google
    La Barista is a family owned, veteran owned cafe that is nothing short of amazing. My favorite employee there is Skye. All jokes aside, this is my job currently and this place is the best. The work environment is so down to earth and anyone can be themself. The boss, Adrian, is the best boss Iโ€™ve had my entire life, and they treat everyone like family. Best coffee ever, too, of course(: And Iโ€™m not just saying that. And we have sip lids now!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Jason R. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic coffee and amazing bites. If you are looking for a great local brew shop consider trying La Barista. Their staff is great and service is quick. They a good drive through is you are needing to run. The coffee is a not bitter at all.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Amanda 1 year ago on Google
    Coffee heaven in West Des Moines! When you wake up and realize that there must be more to coffee than what you find at your local chain stops I highly recommend you swing by here. The coffee is fresh, service is great, and the pastries are delicious. One of the few places where I feel like I walk away and receive excellent product for what I pay.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Hannah N. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely love this place, coffee is so good and reasonably priced! The staff is always always so nice and friendly! I donโ€™t live in Des Moines but i always come here when Iโ€™m in town!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • โœ“๏ธ Debit cards
    • โœ“๏ธ Credit cards
    • โœ“๏ธ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • โœ“๏ธ Coffee
    • โœ“๏ธ Quick bite
  • Popular for
    • โœ“๏ธ Breakfast
    • โœ“๏ธ Solo dining
    • โœ“๏ธ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dessert
    • โœ“๏ธ Seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • โœ“๏ธ Dine-in
    • โœ— Delivery
    • โœ“๏ธ Takeaway
    • โœ“๏ธ Drive-through
    • โœ“๏ธ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • โœ“๏ธ Identifies as veteran-owned

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