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Vinyl Cafe

4.8 ★★★★★ 287 Google reviews · Record store · Coffee shop

coffee or bar

Neighborhood coffee shop selling vinyl records and hot drinks.

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303 Kellogg Ave
Ames, IA 50010

(515) 460-2116

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–6 PM
Thursday 10 AM–6 PM
Friday 10 AM–6 PM
Saturday 10 AM–6 PM
Sunday 12–4 PM

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What collectors say again and again

The things reviewers keep bringing up across 287 Google reviews — in their own words.

coffee or bar 21 mentions

“The atmosphere fits Ames so well and I love every time I stop by for great coffee and friendly conversation.”

What customers say

Fun, friendly, full of life! I'm coming here after a long time and the shop owner gives the same cordial behavior. Also come here if you're into vinyl records.

★★★★★ — Subrata, 2023-09

Friendly, fun and AMAZING coffee. We had Milli Vanilli and a custom drink that tasted like cinnamon toast crunch. The best coffee we have had in a very long time. Go here and nowhere else!

★★★★★ — Zac, 2023-08

Wanted to support local so drove past Starbucks and popped in here. Jonathan greeted me right when I walked through the door, quickly made my two drinks and when I forgot and added a 3rd drink, he was great and did that one too with no complaining. Kept great conversation the whole time.

★★★★★ — Hope, 2024-02

The Vinyl Cafe is a must visit in Ames. It has a ton of interesting records to flip through and look at. The owner/barista is awesome, friendly and attentive - wish I caught his name. There is some of the most uniquely crafted coffees you'll find here - I had a banana and hazelnut latte that tasted just like a banana.

★★★★★ — Christian, 2021-11

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