Sidekick Coffee & Books is a casual community coffee shop and bookstore and social hub for a variety of books and literature, great coffee, healthy fare, and exciting conversation. Named for the secondary characters in fictional stories that usually have the moral compass for the main character, Sidekick Coffee & Books has a thoughtful collection of books for babies to adults and hosts book-themed events, readings, storytimes, and more throughout the year. A full-service coffee bar offers a variety of espresso drinks, including single or doubles, americano, cortado, and macchiato, as well as lattes, pour-over, and drip coffee, dirty chai, and a selection of teas.

1310 1/2 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, Phone: 319-569-1010

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