Daytime Diner

Daytime diner was one of the places I wanted to visit while living in Ames and it finally happened this morning! I enjoyed their brunch menu and coffee a lot. They had a very interesting pour over coffee machine which seemed to make coffee pretty good. I hope I can come back soon to try their other food options. Looking forward to trying their waffles next time. :)

We tried out Daytime on Saturday and it was a really cute little place! It’s very open, clean, and the staff were very friendly. The grilled cheese and soup was good, the only thing was the cheese wasn’t super melted, so it came apart a little, but still would eat again.

The seasonal coffee I got was the honey almond, and it was very enjoyable! Definitely looking forward to coming back

Went with my friend for brunch and we both LOVED IT. The latte I got was so good my friend ended up ordering one later. The food was delicious. And the staff was LOVELY. I will definitely be returning.

went here for a relaxed breakfast and ordered chai latte and breakfast burrito. Chai was ok hoping it could get more flavor in it but it was not as strong as i would expect. Breakfast burrito was really good! It took quite awhile for my food to be served but not too long. The place is really nice and clean and well decorated. Good for hanging out with friends or family. Price is nice too around 10-20$ for drinks and foods.

It is a nice coffee shop with nice atmosphere. The reason I didnt give it 5 star for atmosphere is it is very small and very busy so a bit noisy and for first time unsure if i should find a seat or order and wait. Music is good. Food is presented very nice and taste is good.

Delicious coffee! I don’t typically enjoy matcha, but I have theirs a try after a friend recommended it to me and it was so great! I have gotten it a few times since then and it’s becoming a favorite! The staff is friendly and helpful with suggestions, and the pastries are so yummy! Overall, such a great addition to the Ames cafe scene!

My new top choice for high end coffee in Ames ! Their Avocado Toast was exceptional as well! I’ll become a regular :-)

Excited to have another coffee/cocktail place in the area. Food and coffee is great, very chill atmosphere. Would be a great place to get some work done, with the acception there are very few outlets.

I LOVE Daytime! I’ve been coming here for the past few months and I can truly say that this is among the best brunch spots in Ames, and arguably in Central Iowa. The atmosphere is amazing. The staff is incredible and focused on making every experience memorable. Staff there like Emily truly go the extra mile! Above all the food is delightful. Truly one of the hidden gems in Ames.

Relaxed atmosphere with some serious coffee. Food was good and different. Not my favorite avo toast in town, but that doesn't mean it wasn't good. This is not a drive thru style place and does not put off a rushed vibe by any means. Relax and enjoy the peaceful environment.