Porch Light Coffeehouse
417 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA
Crema's Take
“Porch Light Coffeehouse is a genuinely welcoming neighborhood spot where the friendly staff and generous seating make it easy to settle in for hours, whether you're meeting friends or getting work done. Beyond solid drip coffee and thoughtful options like dairy alternatives and gluten-free pastries, what keeps people coming back is the warm, customer-focused vibe and standout baked goods like their cinnamon scones and mini donuts that taste homemade and special.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
I wish I could say something great. I can't. Paid good money for nothing but ice!!! First the " refresher" was only 3/4 full the 5 sips and gone as nothing but ice. Called business to complain. Had to leave a message and NO ONE even had the common courtesy to call me back!!…
I absolutely love this place! Not a huge selection but enough of a variety to satisfy anyone. They have dairy alternatives and non coffee options. I got their mini donuts with a latte and enjoyed a conversation with a friend. I can't wait for warmer weather to have more seating…
The folks working the front were nice, friendly and efficient. The nutty scone I had was sugary-sweet, moist and tasty. I ordered a (drip) “house brew”, for myself and an Americano for my companion. Both were decent, but not a lot of complexity or flavor. It’s a simple hot…
Very cute coffeehouse dedicated to customer service. The cinnamon scone was absolutely delicious! It's got a lot of seating and looks like an ideal place to meet with friends.
I was only in town for a few days, but out of all the coffee shops this one was my favorite :) 10/10 It’s such a cute spot with tons of seating, workspace, and good coffee - also gluten free snack options! I loved my coffee (I got the local honey brown sugar iced latte) and…
Crema Reviews
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