Backpacker's Brew

Council Bluffs, IA · Coffee shop

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Council Bluffs
#1
of 143 restaurants
City Percentile
92%
rating percentile
Address
Backpacker's Brew, 1102 N 16th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Phone
(712) 374-7171
Website
bpbrew.com
Status
Closed · Opens 7 AM

Backpacker's Brew is a restaurant located in Council Bluffs, IA. It is one of 143 restaurants listed in Council Bluffs. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Council Bluffs city average of 4.0 stars. Based on combined rating and review volume, it currently ranks first among restaurants in Council Bluffs. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Backpacker's Brew

We are a drive-thru coffee shop focused on serving quality drinks with a spirit of adventure! Drink Coffee. Go Outdoors.

Hours

Saturday7 AM–3 PM
SundayClosed
Monday6 AM–4 PM
Tuesday6 AM–4 PM
Wednesday6 AM–4 PM
Thursday6 AM–4 PM
Friday6 AM–4 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Charles · Feb 2026

Wow!! Just wow!! I’ve been going to the corporate coffee shops for years until these guys moved in to my neighborhood. I get the Java Chip blender and let me tell you, it’s hands down the best coffee drink I have ever had. If you are in CB and aren’t coming here then you are truly missing out!

★★★★★ 5.0 Private Name · Jan 2026

Elle and her family are the sweetest people I have ever met! You need a special order they make it happen. I have been going there since the day they opened. They have wonderful cups that will keep your drink hot for 20 hours and cold for up to 36. They even have gift cards. If you get a chance swing by there, she'll get to know you by face know what your preferences are and treat you like royalty. They offer a veteran discount. And if you purchase one of their cups, they'll give you 10% back on future orders if you bring the cup in.

★★★★★ 5.0 Adalyn Atanasu · Dec 2025

Amazing Coffee Shop!!! The coffee is amazing hot and cold they also have lotus drinks,smoothies and tons more different things to try from.They also have small treats which are amazing!! If you are not sure what to get ask them and they will help you find something that think you WILL LOVE!! The place is amazing the drive thru is quick and when you walk in it is very cute and clean in there. The staff is amazing very sweet and kind . 100% recommended going there I have been back many many times !!!! 😊❤️

★★★★★ 5.0 Chrystina Winchell · Jan 2026

Got a white mocha pistachio latte & a cinnamon roll latte sooooo good 🥂 >> also they go through Hill of Beans which is personally my favorite coffee roaster in the local area - so you know their espresso is the BEST in town)❤️

★★★★★ 5.0 Casey · Sep 2025

This place has wonderful coffee. Always well balanced and flavorful. If you aren’t in the mood for coffee, the lotus drinks are so amazing as well! The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable as well. If you don’t know what you want, just ask! They will hook you up with something you’ll love!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Identifies As Women Owned ✓ Small Business ✓ Delivery ✓ Drive Through ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Great Coffee ✓ Great Tea Selection ✓ Coffee ✓ Table Service ✓ Casual ✓ Trendy ✓ College Students ✓ Family Friendly ✓ Tourists ✓ Debit Cards

Services

Coffee shop

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