Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure

We were driving through Des Moines and were searching for a coffee shop - Zanzibar's stood out as a great place to try and we were so glad we stopped here!! Incredible mocha breve and sweet cream coffee - my only regret is that I didn't order multiples!! The flavor of the beans were crafted and curated so well - I wish we lived closer because this place would be a staple for us if we lived in the Des Moines area. Oh, and did I mention the banana bread?? Seriously amazing - some of the best I've ever had - great flavor, wasn't dry, and a substantial sized slice. The place was packed out too, so you knew from the start that it was a great place. The baristas were focused yet friendly and I felt comfortable asking questions if needed. The next time we're in the area, we'll definitely be back and I'll know to double up on my order too!

Excellent experience - owner takes pride in her business, waits on customers, and checks in to ensure everything meets your expectations. Coffee and atmosphere are both phenomenal! You must visit Zanzibar's!

We use their beans for coffee at home. Always fresh and we have favorites but sometimes get adventurous and try something new. They do a fantastic job roasting!

Cool spot, great options and awesome customer service. Tried the iced cafe Zanzibar today and it was tasty, also purchased a couple of cinnamon rolls to try out. The place smelled amazing and the ambiance was cozy and inviting. Next time, I'll have to try one of the sandwiches-- they looked incredible!

One of my favorite local coffee spots, always welcoming staff, great food & awesome coffee. Their beans are always fresh & pull awesome shots!

I'm not a coffe drinker, but I stopped in here with my mom, who has to have coffe in the morning, when we were in the area on a whim and we weren't disappointed. I ended up getting a breakfast sandwich and hot chocolate and they were both amazing.

Best cafe on Ingersol! Diverse coffee selection ☕, amazing staff 🍽, fantastic breakfast options 🍳🥓!

The place is cozy! Their tea menu is great, I didn't expect they hand me such a tea menu. Their coffee is also great and you can choose to have that day's brew or get a French press of the coffee of your choice. The breakfast was okay, nothing impressive about it to name here!

Loved the vibe of this location! If you’re a coffee snob, this probably isn’t your place for super high quality/specialty coffee but tons of options and amazing staff!

What a gem! I stopped here before heading to Salisbury House. Their rosemary bread with eggs (pictured) was so good, and now I’m inspired to make rosemary bread at home. I also left with a half pound of an Indonesian blend of coffee beans.

This is such a great place for affordable and tasty coffee in these days. Everyone works as a team and a busy place, but everyone gets treated equally. Unlike the other coffee and ice cream places now a days where they are emotionally blackmailing you for tips with the name of few questions, its not the case with this place. And even if you don't tip, you are treated same. As soon as you order they rush you to put in your order in next.

This is the most laid back coffee shop, and with good reason. When I walked in, I could feel that, at a minimum, I wouldn't have to worry about having bad coffee today. It was like stepping inside a different company, where you can let your coffee dictate your day's pace rather than the clock on the wall (there isn't one). It's quiet, so it's a great place for conversation. I got a Light Roast Red-eye, and it was probably the best I've ever had. They have tons of beans for purchase and are very eco-conscious. Ceramics for having coffee in house and a foam cup repository for recycling. I'll for sure be back, sooner rather than later.

Always a variety of new coffee selections. Best coffee I have had in Des Moines. Modest, but tasty selection of morning bites. I love the simple egg offering. Cozy, cramped, and consistently busy. For good reason...this is a special coffee spot!

Zanzibar’s is a delightful little coffee shop with a cozy, old school vibe. Their coffee is spectacular and the snacks are tasty. Sooo many beans for purchase your head will spin!

Probably the best coffee shop in Des Moines. Great freshly roasted coffee, you can buy it brewed, whole beans in your own container or any other way you want.

Stopped in and got a coffee and scone. The coffee was perfect! The berry scone was good with the right amount of berries. They even have me a little pitcher with soy milk for my coffee. Friendly people behind the counter, relaxed atmosphere.

zanzibar has my entire heart. usually i have to order a sweetener in my iced latte with oat milk because the coffee shops pull isn’t great but zanzibar nails it every time and i never need sweetener. their food is delicious. wether it’s a breakfast sandwich, bagel, or chocolate pumpkin bread i have always enjoyed it. i’ve never ordered something from there and not liked it. not to mention the prices are fair for how well they make their items. i wish i knew peoples names because they deserve recognition. one girl has short black hair, wears glasses, and has a cool knee tat, she makes the best lattes. julie is always extremely nice to my dog, the very tall guys there are always so so nice to me and the blonde always recommends new items to try. i look forward to coming here every single day. thank you guys for doing what you’re doing. if it were up to me you would all get a raise. so much love <3 -felicity

Best coffee in the metro. I get my beans here for making espresso at home. The owner knows her stuff and I fully rely on her for good beans in this city.

Zanzibar is my favorite coffee shop in the Des Moines area! The staff is always so friendly and service is quick. Plus their Sandwich Eggspress are SO GOOD!

Zanzibar's is a wonderful place to have a quaint meet up with your friends and brighten your crummy rainy day. I go for the cortado and slice of almond bread or the cortado and another cortado as they request that you spend over five dollars to use a card. They purposefully have no wifi so you can spend more time enjoying the company that you come to have a good time with.