Lightbrite Coffee Roasters
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Lightbrite Coffee Roasters

1895 SE Grimes Blvd Suite 104, Ames, IA

★★★★★4.8(280 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Lightbrite Coffee Roasters is where precision meets warmth in Ames—their baristas treat milk steaming and espresso extraction like an art form, earning consistent praise for perfectly balanced lattes and a Nightlite Latte with beautifully subtle lavender notes. The bright, clean space works equally well for a quick caffeine fix or lingering over pour overs and meetings, and locals keep coming back because they've clearly mastered the fundamentals of good coffee while respecting the beans they roast in-house.

What to expect

Specialty drinksEspresso focusedCold brewTraditional drinksMeetingsSlow sitQuick grabMatcha & teaPour over

Google Reviews

Chris Emery
★★★★★3 months ago

Had the Nightlite Latte, very happy with my choice! The lavender flavor was subtle and not overpowering which I appreciated. Very bright, clean atmosphere. Great place to stop in and have a drink with friends to sit and talk!

Olivia Whisler
★★★★★4 months ago

Best coffee shop near me!! The beans are always roasted to perfection. Their lattes aren’t overly sweet and the milk is steamed to perfection. These guys know how to do coffee the right way! I’m currently obsessed with the grinch matcha and the oatnog latte!

Zack Barragan
★★★★★4 months ago

Lightbrite Coffee is 10/10 every time. As a local realtor, I make my way to Grimes regularly, whether for a quick coffee or a meeting. It’s a small spot with a great selection of drinks, and the coffee is consistently excellent. The staff is friendly, service is personal and welcoming, and the overall experience is always top-notch. A fantastic local spot that really adds to the community—I highly recommend stopping by!

jonmarkheaner
★★★★★a year ago

Delicious local coffee shop! They have an excellent latte and are precise with their measurements so you have a consistent experience each time! I went on a Saturday morning and the place was hopping! Definitely a popular location. There’s an okay amount of seating, but it will fill up quickly during busy times. The workers were very cheerful and helpful! I eagerly anticipate returning and recommend anyone who loves good coffee to try this out!

Samar
★★★★★2 years ago

I’m always trying to find solid coffee shops/roasters in cities I visit. This is the one here! I took a sip of my flat white and turned back to by some coffee beans. Light & bright.. smooth extraction and well proportioned drink. The ambiance is easy on the eye; modern and fresh. Service was calm and welcoming. They also provide delivery service for their beans if you’re out of state. Overall great place to grab your coffee, study or hang out with a friend. Local excellence!

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