Coffee in Iowa! Coffee Shops in Cedar Rapids & Coffee Shops in Marion

Cold weather brings the search for a cozy cup of joy and java. Iowa boasts cute, neighborhood, and locally-owned shops that are fun to explore. From Cedar Rapids to Marion to Ames, here’s a few of our favorite coffee shops to grab coffee in Iowa.

Explore the Czech Village and grab a cup from Café Saint Pio in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Located on the corner of 16^th Ave. and C St. in the heart of the Czech Village, this cozy, neighborhood coffee shop will be sure to warm you up when you order a piping hot Toasted Marshmallow Latte. Café Saint Pio is owned and operated by the couple, Brad and Britt Danielson, and the smells of homemade pastries set amidst the background of blue seafoam walls with Presidents’ portraits overlooking you, set an ambience for ultimate relaxation.

Support small businesses like Next Page Books and Scribe Stationer in the New Bohemian District in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

After grabbing coffee at Café Saint Pio, head over to the New Bohemian District to support small businesses. Scribe Stationer is located in a historic firehouse and even has an adorable resident cat, Norman, protecting the gift boutique. Pick up every item you can think of for your writing needs, from themed notebooks to colorful pens. If you’re local, be sure to ask about the Fountain Pen Club, a social club that meets every month. A few feet away, is Next Page Books, an independent bookstore. When asked about why people live in Iowa, owner Bart Carithers chronicles his journey back to his home state, “We’re a flyover state, but we like it that way,” he says. “People live here because it’s uncomplicated and simple.” Pick up a novel that you can cuddle up with by the fireplace.

Head to Uptown Coffee Company for delicious donuts and twisted coffee in Marion, Iowa

Outside of Uptown Coffee Company is a penny-farthing, an early form of bicycle with a humongous wheel. Enter the café, and you’ll see an array of decadent donuts from Donutland, and see a menu with unique coffee offerings, from their Blueberry Cold Brew, to their Mocha Twist, to their Maple Bourbon Bacon Latte.

Treat yourself to a boutique gift at SCOUT of Marion

Located across the square from Uptown Coffee Company is the boutique, SCOUT of Marion. The genesis of the name “SCOUT” was decided by the owners’ twin daughters when looking up a thesaurus and searching for words under “search and gather”. It truly seems as if the boutique ‘scouts’ near and far to find unique items to give as gifts, or even for self-care wellness.

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Swing by Morning Bell Coffee Roasters for a drink tasting in Ames, Iowa

Stop by Morning Bell Coffee Roasters for a fun tasting – go for the coffee flight or tea flight which allows you to select three drinks to your choice to try. The Tea Lattes include The Alex, which has lychee rose tea with vanilla lockwood syrup, and the Matcha Tea Latte as well as the Chai Tea Latte. If you’re not into tea, try the exciting, Austin, which includes two shots of espresso with ginger and molasses.

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