Cafe Diem

Cafe Diem

2005 S Ankeny Blvd Suite 800, Ankeny, IA

★★★★★4.6(644 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Cafe Diem is a genuine Ankeny gathering spot where owner Sarah and her team pour real warmth into both their house-roasted coffee and creative seasonal drinks, backed by genuinely solid breakfast sandwiches and breakfast burritos. While some customers note inconsistency with the espresso (occasional burnt notes), the majority rave about the cozy, well-spaced atmosphere that feels equally welcoming for a solo work session or a lingering family Sunday morning. It's the kind of place that builds loyal regulars because it nails the intangibles—kindness, good vibes, and a real sense that someone cares about what you're experiencing.”

What to expect

Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Specialty drinksSlow sitPastriesLight foodLaptop friendlyTraditional drinksSignature drinksMeetingsFamily friendlyFull breakfast

Google Reviews

Trinity Vredenburg
★★★★★2 months ago

The food was good, but the coffee tasted burnt. I love a really strong, dark coffee, but I couldn't even drink this. Smelled like something was burning the entire time I was there, so maybe there was just a bad batch of roasting. Hopefully better next time around.

Ashley Fox
★★★★★3 months ago

I am biased with this place because my family stops here most Sunday mornings and we just find it so cozy. The seasonal drinks are fun and the breakfast sandwiches are really good. My only wish is for some less sweet drinks for people who enjoy the taste of coffee. Many of their…

Taylor Perry
★★★★★5 months ago

I visited Cafe Diem for the first time today and I’m absolutely blown away! The owner Sarah and her team are incredibly warm, welcoming, and truly passionate about what they do. Every single thing on the menu is made in-house with so much love and care — the quality is on…

Andy Wilson
★★★★★9 months ago

Such a great Ankeny institution. I have been going here for years. Excellent food, friendly service and a great place to work while getting some of the best coffee in Iowa. They roast their own coffee beans on site - you won’t get that at Starbucks.

Dan Evans
★★★★★a year ago

This place is a great spot to begin your day or take a break in the middle of a busy one. Kindness all over, a good overall vibe that surfaces due to the layout and spacing. I loved my breakfast burrito. Workspace available, but it can get crowded. WiFi. Drive-through. Tabitha…

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