Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure
Coffee Shop and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Woodland Heights, Des Moines
Ranked #6 for coffee shops in Des Moines
"Love the Mocha Mex; the hint of cinnamon makes this drink."(3 Tips)
"Best Tea selection of any coffee shop in DSM that I've found."(2 Tips)
"Best vanilla lattes in Des Moines!"(8 Tips)
"The best iced toddy in town."(2 Tips)
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- You can't beat in-house roasting. Love the Mocha Mex; the hint of cinnamon makes this drink. The house latte is also wonderful and the breakfast options are quick and scrumptious.
All the coffee is simply fantastic. They also serve a pretty good breakfast. If you LOVE baked goods try a slice of pie or a cinnamon roll baked with love by Lana!
Favorite coffee house in all of DSM. Best beans brew the best coffee that you'll be tasting in your gums for hours after you drank it (in a good way). No wi-fi, so unplug, meet an old friend to chat!
Eric MohlisOctober 3, 2015The breakfast is good and a piper potion. Coffees and teas are good though not a stand out. Really nice environment to sit and visit or work on stuff on your own.
Jazmine BrownAugust 3, 2019Such an amazing artisan coffee place. They roast their own beans in house. There coffee taste so amazing.
Hands down the best coffee shop in Des Moines. One of the few coffee shops anywhere that knows how to make a dry cappuccino. Scrambled eggs are tasty.
The beans are roasted a feet away from the tables and fresh is always the best. No WiFi but there is always a fresh NYT or WSJ. One of many quality coffee houses in Des Moines.
Zachary Bales-HenryJuly 24, 2013This place defines what is so amazing about Des Moines and Iowa. Good people with awesome service. Not to mention, they're local.
Tana BabcockJanuary 29, 2018Great place to grab a pound of beans from all over. Tasty coffee and breakfast options!
Best coffee in town. They roast all the varieties in house. Also amazing coffee drinks like the Mocha Mex.
Audrey Daniels WalterJuly 20, 2013Most definitely the best coffee shop in DSM. Closest thing thing to an European shop you can find. Brings me back to Italia!
Drew Van Woert 🍺May 20, 2011This may be the best actual coffee shoppe in Des Moines! Locally owned and blows the pants off of chain coffee shops!! Plus the name is awesome!
Great place to come read and enjoy some really good coffee. Not having wifi keeps the distractions to a minimum. Usually not too busy and plays good music.
Juice MagazineOctober 25, 2011Some people have had such fabulous first dates at Zanzibar’s that they’ve used the small coffee shop as a ceremony venue for their weddings. Read more
Tara St.JohnOctober 14, 2016Good place to buy fresh roasted coffee beans. The barista did not do a good job.
No wi-fi, so come here to read in peace and quiet sans screen glare. All of the beans are wonderful.
Micheal L.November 17, 2012This is my first time here, I'm impressed! I got the everything bagel and an iced mocha! Yum!!! I think ill be coming back!
Todd SlindJuly 9, 2013Had a double latte (12 oz.) and was blown away. Super good. Ask what's fresh before you buy beans.
Jason WiegandJune 23, 2012No Internet access is a drawback, but there is an obvious sense of pride in "the bean" here. It's dimly lit: a rainy day café.
Robert FlaxJanuary 27, 2010Take home some whole bean coffee. They really know how to roast here. Yemen Mocha is the best, super smooth but pricey, but even the house blend (least expensive) is a great.
Order a small vanilla latte to stay. Not only delicious, but it comes in a bowl.
Try the latte - it comes in a big, broad coffee bowl, topped with milk froth that is just the right consistency. You'll love it.
Cant use a credit/debit if under $5. Get a frequent flyer card. You'll never go to Starbucks again.
Bryant GarbuttMarch 26, 2010I agree about the Yemen...they also do great breakfast catering with yummy pastries! Julie is the one to see for that.
- Coffee beans are freshly roasted here for amazing espresso.
Justin BradyJune 13, 2012There is a $5 minimum on credit cards purchases here. Bring cash if just want a coffee.
Polar Bear rocks on a hot summer day. And the people rock year round
Food & WineApril 21, 2011This café and roaster in a 1915 building offers 30 different single-origin and bean blends.
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Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure
2723 Ingersoll Ave (28th St)
Des Moines, IA 50312
United States
Des Moines, IA 50312
United States
Closed until 6:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 6:30 AM–8:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 6:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
(515) 244-7694
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