The Encounter Cafe

I don't normally write reviews, but this place deserves the recognition.
The Encounter Cafe is 10/10 in everything. The staff is so friendly. Best maple pecan scone of my life! The place is an order-at-the-counter style cafe, which is perfect for students who want to sit awhile and study. Plenty of seating available. The Wifi has been reliable on my past few visits too! The prices are incredibly reasonable compared to other local cafes/coffee shops in the area. The coffee--while I personally found the Guatemala roast a bit sour on my previous visit, but I loved the Breakfast blend I had today. Plus, their espresso drinks are top quality. The honey-cinnamon latte was amazing, and the barista Shelly did beautiful latte art on top.

Amazing little cafe! This skillet breakfast was delicious and MAJOR BONUS they accommodate gluten free wonderfully including gluten free bread and asking if it's allergy or preference. Will definitely head back soon.

Absolutely delicious, cinnamon roll was the best we have had, great smoothies and food overall. Very friendly and well priced for the amount of food that you get. Went back a second time before leaving our hotel. Very impressed overall!

I like this new cafe/restaurant place, the variety of coffee is a plus; I had the turkey burrito but to be honest was a quesadilla; I need to come back to try the rest of the menu.

Great food, friendly staff. Come prepared to wait. 30 minute lunch don’t come you won’t have your food in enough time to eat.

My first time here. This is the best freshest food I’ve had in a long time. Customer service was phenomenal and did I say the food was great! The pretzels are to die for and the other desserts, one for the books. If you’re ever in Iowa, please come in here.

Great , friendly quick service and food . Coffee was strong and bold .. ample seating and nicely spaced for social distancing

I went to the Ecounter Cafe for the first time and I have to say that I was very impressed. The Gingerbread Chai Latte was fantastic and the people working there are so polite and welcoming. I will definitely be back!

Encounter is a jem in Iowa City. It's a comfortable atmosphere with a welcoming ambiance for two or for a large group. We love to visit this place as often as we can. The menu is broad and they have bottomless coffee and they've recently expanded their space to accommodate even more people! They wear their background and faith boldly and it's refreshing to see. If you've never been I highly highly highly recommend you check this place out.

Very good food. Long lines on the weekend. I definitely will return!