The Slow Down Coffee Co. - Des Moines

CUTE coffee shop and by far my favorite local spot in the Highland Park Neighborhood. The Lavender Honey is spectacular.

They host fantastic board game nights! And their beverages are delicious!

Cannot recommend this coffee shop more! It’s one of those places where you can truly settle in and spend hours having conversations with friends and not realize where the time went. From the intention to keep it quiet by forgoing blenders and loud machines, to the community aspect of the showcased art and events, the owners put in so much thought to make this a place to gather and “slow down”! My fav drink of all time is the Honey Cinnamon latte and I love grabbing a cinnamon roll from Leety’s on Sundays or a quick healthy lunch when in a pinch from their coolers! So happy to have this neighborhood institution here in Highland Park!

Coffee is wonderful. Atmosphere is great. Service lacks personality, or any sort of joy (they seem to dislike working there), but their physical aesthetic matches the ambiance of the place.

I went here to chat with a friend over a cup of coffee. The space has books, board games and puzzles inside. They support local artists and the community. Great place to be.