Tspoons Coffee and Treats — Restaurant in Iowa City

I have only ever come in for a quick cup of coffee and maybe a sweet treat here and there- which has always been wonderful. They make very good lattes and I've never been disappointed. The staff is very kind and they have a great selection of sweets. Candy, chocolates, you name it.

That being said, today I stopped in and ordered some food- the baked oatmeal. It was extremely gross. It tasted like the inside of the fridge plus overwhelmingly of walnuts. I didn't say anything to the staff because they were very kind. Also, in the spirit of fairness, this is the only food item.

However I did also notice the tables and floors were very dirty and the layout of the store is very disjointed. The candy shelves make the tables feel extremely cramped and I felt like I was too close to the person at the table next to me. It's a very claustrophobic kind of space. This is partly due to the fact the store is small, but I feel like they would benefit from reconsidering the layout a bit.

It's a great place if you're just stopping in for a quick coffee and sweet treat, but if today is any indication of the usual atmosphere, I can't say I recommend them for dining in.

Again, though, I would like to reiterate that this is the first time I have dined in. It is quite possible that this might have just been an off day for them.

Still, it was a markedly uncomfortable and disappointing experience. The coffee is very good still, though, so it wasn't a total bust.

I don't like writing negative reviews like this when there's grey area. Some places deserve negative press 100% but Teaspoons is such a cute spot and I would love to see them thrive! I hope this was just a bad...

Today I decided to try a new coffee shop out. I was looking for a simple cold brew with ice and caramel syrup. I was slightly disappointed to see how light the cold brew was, it almost looked like tea. I feel like it was diluted with water. Flavor wise it’s a bit too sweet for my liking and I can barely taste the coffee. I specifically asked for just a bit of syrup. I hate leaving reviews like this because I want small businesses to thrive but maybe if they see this they can either 1) let their customers know that their cold brew is an very light roast or 2) choose a better roast for the cold brew that has a bit more flavor. I paid over 4.50 with tip for this… the only reason why I am not giving a lower rating is because the barista was super sweet which I think saved this experience. I hope to try them out again and maybe get a...

I have been a regular at Teaspoons for several weeks now, and my experience has been nothing short of delightful. Being a college student it's nice to have a welcoming space close to campus to fuel up and do school work. From the moment I step in I am greeted with a smile. What sets this coffee shop apart is the owner's personal touch; she is actively engaged with customers, making genuine small talk. They also have an extensive menu that goes beyond the usual coffee offerings. With a variety of options to cater to all of my cravings. Additionally they have a rewarding loyalty system. As a regular visitor, I appreciate the benefits that accumulate with each visit. From discounts to exclusive offers. My go to's are their oat milk latte with honey and vanilla, along with the charged lotus energy drink with raspberry, coconut...