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Buttermilk Pancakes with cinnamon apples.
The main entrance
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Everything hashbrowns
Everything hash browns with two eggs
Diner bar and the kitchen order pickup window
The decorated table
Waveland Cafe Breakfast Restaurant ·$

Touted to be biggest of the big in Des Moines, Waveland Coffee Shop enjoys a huge clientele. Forever full, the 'shop' is a misleading name. With eggs, pancakes, chops and crispy meats as well as a wide range of great beverages, Waveland has a great menu. The service is quick and prompt and the food is always fresh. One of the best breakfast options in the city, you should also drop by if you want a quick and light afternoon lunch.

Website: wavelandcafedsm.com

Phone: (515) 279-4341

Cross Streets: Between 48th St and Polk Blvd

Closed now

  • Fri 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

4708 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311 ·795.76 mi

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Amenities

  • Family friendly
  • Accessible

Reviews

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Brian S. 10/01/26

Great spot we found in Des Monies. Ambiance is great with very friendly patrons. The service we received by MOLLY was awesome. She handled our sense of humor great. She has the best...

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Kirk M. 06/12/25

This was our first time at Waveland and it definitely lived up to our hopes. We stopped in late on a Thursday morning and the place was still hopping, which is always a good sign. It's got that...

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Kelly Y. 09/15/25

Came to Des Moines for a wedding and ate here before we left. The space is very cozy and the staff are very friendly. They were extremely accommodating and we had such a wonderful brunch. We...

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Allison S. 04/11/26

First timer here! came the morning after a fun night in downtown Des Moines. Nothing like a chilly morning and classic diner eats, cozy and exactly what you want the morning after! Excellent and...

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Megan K. 02/16/26

This restaurant is a local treasure. For amazing home cooked breakfast and classic American lunch dishes, this is the place to go. The feel of the place is warm and welcoming, relaxed and chill....

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