Cafe Paradiso

Tasty pastries and great burritos!

Some of the best coffee I've ever had. I loved the atmosphere and vibes of the place. The outdoor seating is a nice touch. 10/10 would reccomend.

If you want to go somewhere different, this is the place. The building is lovely, with a high molded ceiling and a person could imagine what it looked like years ago. Coffee and tea and food can be bought in the smaller room. I found myself asking "what is this drink? " a lot, and the man was patient and answered my questions. It was a quiet peaceful place where customers were able to sit at a table and take their time, working on their laptops or visiting in small clusters. The room had an old piano in it, so they probably have shows in the evening. If you go, try the sweet macha iced.

This coffee shop is a crossroads to everywhere. You're equally likely to see presidential candidates and conspiracy theorists, physicists, philosophers, free masons or free spirits. Half the patrons believe they can fly. Everyone eventually arrives here, even though everyone is just passing through. While you linger, there's usually good conversation, often great music, and always great coffee.
You're welcome to a chair. Enjoy your coffee, remember to tip the barista, and don't start any trouble. You never know who might be sitting next to you.

This cafe is the inspiration for The Vindication of Ronald Clay, a film.

Great spot! Coffee was very good. I went on an open mic night and saw some really great performers. Love Cafe P's commitment to the local music community.

Best coffee in SE Iowa. Organic beans roasted locally. Milk is from local organic dairy. Serious baristas. Relaxed atmosphere. Great selection of live music performances several nights per week.

Stopped in while in town on business. Great café au lait. The barista was very nice and they hand make many treats. The cafe's interior is a mix between a theatre and art gallery. Very unique and interesting!

Best coffee West of the Mississippi. East, too. Intimate live music. Food focus is on quality rather than quantity/variety. Uncomfortably hot in summer, they need an AC upgrade

Nice little coffee shop with a hipster atmosphere that serves pastries as well. Unfortunately they were out of whip cream. It has inside and outside seating. The specialty coffee was very strong.

If you’re in Fairfield and you don’t go to Cafe P then you’re missing out on a local gem. The baristas are sweet and genuine. Run locally. Definitely recommend. Order online available.