Cortado Mediterranean Cafe

Foods were not only yummy, they were also healthy! Not too much oil or sauce, foods are fresh and delicious. The salad portion was huge. They also have very good croissant, almond croissant is one of the best croissant I’ve ever had.

Excellent service every time I’ve been here and delicious coffee! I tried the “Nicholas Sage” this past time - an americano with brown sugar sage. The employee who made the drink even checked in a few minutes later to ensure it tasted good. Relatively good prices on coffee as well! It is quite loud for studying or trying to have a conversation though!

my go to study spot! very kind workers who are always helpful. love seeing middle eastern representation in this town! spinach and ricotta croissant is my fav as well as the chai. so worth!! deserves all the love.

This place always has interesting new flavor combos in their featured drink, they craft excellent coffee drinks, and the food and pastries are also delicious.

Excellent service and delicious food. I love that they have a self serve ice water dispenser- add a really nice touch on hot July days! My Greek salad was delicious and everyone else seemed to love their meal as well.

Not only my favorite coffee in Iowa City - perhaps my favorite restaurant as well?

Cortado never fails to hit the spot: the lamb shawarma is the PERFECT lunch and always my first choice. Their hummus is the best that I’ve had in Iowa. Finally, the falafel is always crisp and perfectly done. I often find myself grabbing some hummus to bring home or some olive oil from their mini market on the shelf.

My only regret with Cortado is that they aren’t open more hours of the day. This place is legit. Enjoy!

My type of coffee shop
My type of cappuccino
My type of poor over medium roast Brazilian coffee
And the people are very friendly here. Overall it’s University of Iowa environment. God bless the Midwest. The Midwest is the best.

The best coffee (for a European) you can get here around, it also serves good Israeli food.

Great place for coffee and cafe for meals. Also this place has the best tasting falafel burger in town. My favorite burger in Iowa City.
Okay. Just tried the Hawaiian wrap and it's a yummy breakfast delight. The mix of sausage and sweet pineapples hits the spot with a cup of coffee. Worth every penny and more. Enjoy.

Great little spot in the heart of downtown Iowa City. I came here for a mid-morning breakfast and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the items I ordered, the tasteful decor surrounding me, and the attentiveness of the staff.

I ordered an "Ultimate Croissant" and their namesake, the cortado. The drink came out quickly and was just what I expect from a cortado, smooth. I sipped it slowly while I enjoyed my sandwich, a simple yet well put together breakfast croissant. The staff were friendly and responded quickly to requests. The environment was more lively as compared to other cafes in the area and the decor was tastefully modern. Bathroom was clean and well kept. Overall I enjoyed my visit and will be coming back in the future.