Coffee Shop · Des Moines

Mars Cafe

Why Scout picked it

Mars Cafe is a good spot for a casual solo stop or a relaxed coffee date, offering coffee, light meals, and local art. Expect to spend an hour and around $5-$15 per person for a drink and a bite.

While you're nearby

Outdoors
Gray's Lake Park
167-acre park featuring a 1.9-mi. lighted walking path around a lake with small boat rentals.
Arts & Culture
Salisbury House & Gardens
Furnished 1920s stone mansion housing an art museum, library, concert venue & botanical garden.
Outdoors
Greenwood - Ashworth Park
Public recreation area with playgrounds, a splash pad & picnic shelters, plus a pond & rose garden.
Nightlife
300 Craft & Rooftop

Scout verified August 2026

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