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Sparrow panini
VEGAN BLT
Buffalo grilled cheese
Customized my sandwich with no cheese and an extra meat. This is one of their steamed sandwiches.
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Plain Talk Books & Coffee Coffee House ·$

Plain Talk Books & Coffee has a quaint charm to it that instantly appeals to you. It has a vintage look to it with its wooden floors and book-shelved walls. This bookstore and cafe may not be in the tourist radar but it is a popular local haunt. Check out their wide range of books which are mostly secondhand with a few new ones that cover various genres. The volumes are in good condition and for a reading enthusiast, the prices are very easy on the wallet. Drop in for organic coffees, tasty tidbits and live music.

Website: raccoonforks.com

Phone: (515) 243-0815

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  • Sat 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

602 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50309 ·791.97 mi

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Amenities

  • Accessible
  • Wifi

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Becca B. 08/05/26

Plain Talk Books & Coffee was the perfect way to start our morning in Des Moines! If you love cozy coffee shops with character, this one is definitely worth a visit! Part bookstore and part café,...

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Joey L. 09/25/26

Nice staff who brought my order to me while I browsed their book selection. Lots of options to choose from for lunch. I got the cheese panini and iced coffee and enjoyed both. Seems like it would...

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Cassidy B. 11/07/25

Such a cute spot to grab lunch or a latte! Very affordable! I got the vegan BLT and it was great. I would have liked a little more mayo, but still solid 8/10. My mom got the Sparrow Panini and...

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Eric B. 04/12/26

I hung our here yesterday morning with a nice cup of coffee (free refills), roomy table opportunities, and lots of books over at least a few rooms. I was here to meet my Sister and her husband to...

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Bethany T. 07/17/26

I was hesitant to come back after my last experience, but since I was just getting something to go, I gave it another shot. The young man working the counter was really friendly. I lingered by the...

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