Opening hours
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Typical hours for coffee shops in Iowa
Most coffee shops in Iowa open around 6:30 AM and close around 6:00 PM on weekdays; 71% are open on Sundays and 8% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 73 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
345 South Dubuque StreetIowa City, IA 52240
About Fair Grounds
Fair Grounds is a coffee shop located at 345 South Dubuque Street in Iowa City, Iowa. Our Iowa City guide covers 75 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
On the menu: bakery.
Quick facts
- Category
- Coffee Shop · Bakery
- Address
- 345 South Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
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Popular times (typical for coffee shops)
Coffee shops are usually busiest around 8 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 4 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of coffee shops in Iowa.
Typical prices for coffee shops in Iowa
Based on 19 menus with 897 priced items from coffee shops in Iowa, the median menu item costs $6.18, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $8.45.
We don’t have Fair Grounds’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what coffee shops in Iowa typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Latte | 58% | $5.28 |
| Mocha | 47% | $5.00 |
| Americano | 47% | $4.25 |
| Cappuccino | 42% | $4.13 |
| Steamer | 37% | $3.85 |
| Hot Chocolate | 37% | $6.23 |
| Hot Tea | 32% | $3.91 |
| Breve | 32% | $5.23 |
Calculated from 19 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Fair Grounds there are 35 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 53 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (13), Bars & Pubs (5), Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), and Bakeries & Desserts (4).
Competition is healthy: 6 other coffee shops are within a mile and 10 within three miles. The closest is Starbucks, < 0.1 mi away.
18 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- KoreanLA Wine Bar< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexAlebrije Restaurant< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiSoseki< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsBrothers Bar and Grill0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsYotopia Frozen Yogurt0.2 mi
What to expect at a coffee shop
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Fair Grounds located?
Fair Grounds is located at 345 South Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA 52240.
What else is near Fair Grounds?
There are 53 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Fair Grounds. Nearby options include LA Wine Bar (< 0.1 mi), Alebrije Restaurant (< 0.1 mi), and Soseki (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other coffee shops near Fair Grounds?
6 other coffee shops within a mile. The closest is Starbucks, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do coffee shops in Iowa cost?
Based on 19 menus with 897 priced items from coffee shops in Iowa, the median menu item costs $6.18, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $8.45.
Nearby places
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