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Arcadia Cafe

Arcadia Cafe

(Now Closed)
Café, Coffee Shop, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Iowa State University, Ames
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  • Douglas C.heart icon on user image
    Douglas ChoiJuly 7, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Great single origin coffee with a quirky atmosphere, this coffee shop also has the best desserts in town. For a strange but good start to your morning, order the Alarm Clock (Orange Juice + Coffee.)
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    Erin CarpenterJanuary 13, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Feeling adventurous? Try the Alarm Clock—a perfectly balanced combination of orange juice, caramel and cold-brew coffee. Mix it all together and it tastes like a Tootsie Roll!
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    BJ F.May 24, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    The gluten free bakery items are fabulous! They can't guarantee cross contamination of gluten, but the baker does their best!
  • Stephanie J.
    Stephanie JensenOctober 7, 2013
    Pour over coffee: Delicious and entertaining to watch. The Ethiopia is a good choice for coffee lovers!
  • Chin D.
    Chin Don SangFebruary 28, 2017
    Cozy surroundings. Would recommend gnocchi if you're a first timer.
  • Will B.
    Will BlackFebruary 26, 2013
    Great atmosphere and great coffee. Shots are very clean and simple, lighter than Lorry's espresso.
  • Jennifer H.
    Jennifer HakeyApril 5, 2011
    Hands down the best coffee in Ames, and close to campus! The espresso brownies are to die for & you can drink the espresso alone. THAT good.
  • Douglas C.heart icon on user image
    Douglas ChoiMay 17, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    If you get a brownie, pastry, or anything else worth having warm, they'll warm it up in the oven for you. Well worth the wait.
  • Aaron H.
    Aaron HofmeyerSeptember 17, 2011
    This place is brilliant. Named after Tom Stoppard's "Arcadia," even the Internet password is "Stoppard." Try the Arcadia Dog. Delish.
  • ᴡ M.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ MeierSeptember 15, 2016
    The Ethiopia pour over is delightful
  • BJ F.heart icon on user image
    BJ F.August 9, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    The gluten free scones are delicious!
  • Douglas C.heart icon on user image
    Douglas ChoiApril 4, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    If you're into Italian Sodas, try the Arcadian Orange, Blood Orange with a touch of White Chocolate.
  • Jane P.
    Jane PetersAugust 21, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The lavender sparkling lemonade is AMAZING!
  • Liz N.
    Liz NaylorAugust 31, 2011
    Arcadia's hours have expanded. Open M-F 7:00am - 9:00pm, Sa 9:00am - 9:00pm, Su 9:30am-4:00pm
  • Douglas C.heart icon on user image
    Douglas ChoiJuly 12, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    If you feel like having tea get the PG Tips and get a scone while you're at it.
  • Lauren P.
    Lauren PDecember 2, 2012
    Everyone who works here seems like they hate their lives. And they don't understand the concept of personalizing drinks.
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