About Uncommon Grounds
Uncommon Grounds is a welcoming coffee and tea destination in Indianola, IA, where quality, comfort, and convenience come together to create a place people return to again and again. With a strong 4.60-star rating from 175 reviews, it has earned a reputation for delivering a consistently satisfying experience, whether guests are stopping in for a morning coffee, settling in for lunch, or enjoying a quiet break with dessert and tea. Known for great coffee, a thoughtful tea selection, and a standout dessert menu, Uncommon Grounds also takes pride in serving local specialty offerings that give every visit a sense of place and personality. More than just a place to grab a drink, Uncommon Grounds is designed to fit seamlessly into your day. Guests can choose from kerbside pickup, takeaway, dine-in, delivery, and on-site service, making it easy to enjoy their favorites in whatever way works best. The menu offers coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bites, and vegetarian selections, with breakfast and lunch options that make it especially appealing for solo dining, casual meetups, and productive laptop work sessions. With table service, Wi-Fi, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy all at once, it offers an inviting setting for anyone looking to slow down, recharge, or get things done in a comfortable environment. Accessibility and convenience are also key parts of the experience at Uncommon Grounds. The café provides wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, helping make visits easier and more inclusive for all guests. Restroom access, reservation acceptance, and flexible payment options including cheques, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments add to the ease of planning a visit. Located at 111 W Salem Ave in Indianola, Uncommon Grounds combines warm hospitality, dependable service, and a menu that satisfies a wide range of tastes, making it a trusted choice for anyone seeking a memorable coffee shop experience in the community.
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Very friendly service and good coffee. Sat outside on a nice day, enjoying the beautiful small town square environment.
Excellent coffee with a good variety of options. Good, fresh pastries. Excellent, friendly atmosphere. Free wi-fi. A public outdoor seating area adjacent. A good place to bring a friend to sit down and talk.
Enjoying walking around " The Square" , when I stumbled upon Uncommon Grounds Coffee House. Came in to be welcomed by a traditional coffee house feel. Walking through your pleasantly surprised by the cozy, welcome to my living room vibes. The fun family games made it extremely exciting to think about coming in again with my boys OR kids in …
Wonderful coffee shop. Employees are always nice and it’s a wonderful small town atmosphere.
1st time there very cool, coffee ☕ was nice and treat was like a salted nut roll candy bar. Highly recommend. 👏🚴♂️✌😷
Great spot and really good coffee if you're in the area totally try this place, awesome
My daughter and I had to try out this coffee shop after it reopened! She liked the games and atmosphere before it closed. We both loved it! The coffee was good, breakfast foods were delicious, everything was a good price, service was so kind, the remodel was beautiful and cozy, and it was a perfect atmosphere for all ages!!! We …
Love their breakfast sandwiches and all of their coffees! The new owners are attentive and kind. Highly recommend! I drive from DSM just to meet my friend here once a week, I love it so much 🙂
First time my wife and I took a morning coffee date. (We're not even coffee drinkers) We looked up coffee shops in indianola and found this place. It was a nice change of pace and scenery from our usual adventures. This place is a vibe all on its own. We will definitely be repeat customers.
We’re in town for a volleyball tournament and an Indianola resident recommended Uncommon Ground and I’m so happy they did! We ordered the London Fog (soooo delicious) and Spiced Apple Chai - again, amazing. The place is warm, cozy, well-staffed, and was busy with locals. Would 100% recommend!
