Juniper & Olive Co.
632 Main St, Ames, IA
Crema's Take
“Juniper & Olive Co. is a strikingly beautiful café in Ames that feels like a carefully curated escape, where the owner's genuine warmth and attention to detail create an atmosphere that makes every visitor feel genuinely welcomed. Beyond their expertly crafted signature drinks and creative cocktails, this spot excels at being a gathering place where the aesthetics, music, and welcoming energy combine to make even a small Iowa town feel like somewhere special worth planning your day around.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Beautiful, fancy, delicious - we love going to different places and trying different cocktails. We spent a week touring distilleries along the Kentucky bourbon trail, visiting numerous upscale bars and cocktail lounges. I can honestly say we never had anything so delicious as what we've enjoyed at Juniper and Olive. Our favorite Sunday after church treat is to share "The Big Cheese" charcuterie tray and a cocktail or two. There are new cocktails every season. We've never had a "dud". The antique, 20's flapper style decore is so beautiful and fun. Worth the trip from wherever you are!!
What a special place! My group of 3 arrived right at 11A on Saturday and it filled up fast. The aesthetics, music, food, and vibes are amazing. To have such a beautiful spot in a small Iowa town adds to the never ending charm. We are excited to come back
Honestly cannot say enough good things about this place. From the moment you enter to the moment you leave you’re in a gorgeous place that is super welcoming and refreshing. The owner is the cutest thing alive and very chatty and energetic. She’s caring and so helpful through the whole time, it’s even worth visiting just to chat with her - her good energy is just contagious. The drinks, decor, and food is all artistically beautiful and tasteful. Perfect spot for meeting with friends, book club, or even a spot to get out of the house. Paninis, charcuterie boards, coffee, cocktails; you name it they have it. Also nice to start here then go shopping around town.
From the moment you walk on the door of Juniper and Olive you will feel like the only person there! The welcoming personality of the little cafe/shop is one it its own. The owner will will greet you and talk to you as if she has known you for her entire life, you know, kind of like the small town kids that everyone knows. The drink list is very well laid out and has excellent descriptions of the drinks. Her paninis are top notch! I can honestly say I have never had a panini as delicious, wholesome and perfectly baked as these were. I would recommend the pepper panini with bacon! Of course we had to "clink clink" our drinks because as Cyndi says, life is a party darling. Do yourself a favor and visit this place! Make sure to check out all of her decor including the glass kitty that sits up on the shelf as you go towards the bathroom!!
Went here to brunch with some friends and it was amazing. I did not know what to fully expect but I was happily surprised when I was greeted with smiles and the best Bloody Mary I’ve had in a long time! Along with the cozy and relaxing atmosphere it was amazing! I tried their cheesy toast with bacon and it nothing short of amazing!
Crema Reviews
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