Coal Palace Café and Books

Ottumwa, IA · Cafe

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Ottumwa
#12
of 81 restaurants
City Percentile
66%
rating percentile
Address
Coal Palace Café and Books, 226 W Main St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Phone
(641) 814-8700
Website
www.optimaelifeservices.com/our-services/raccoon-forks-businesses
Status
Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon

Coal Palace Café and Books is a restaurant located in Ottumwa, IA. It is one of 81 restaurants listed in Ottumwa. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Ottumwa city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #12 of 81 restaurants in Ottumwa. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Coal Palace Café and Books

Located at 226 Main Street in Ottumwa, the Coal Palace offers a cafe breakfast and lunch menu, as well as organic coffee and freshly made desserts. It has a growing selection of used books for sale and offers an inviting atmosphere in the heart of... More

Hours

SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Monday7 AM–3 PM
Tuesday7 AM–3 PM
Wednesday7 AM–3 PM
Thursday7 AM–3 PM
Friday7 AM–3 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Hannah M · Jan 2026

The cutest and coziest place for breakfast! I got the breakfast bagel sandwich with a cup of fruit. The bagel sandwhich was perfect and super filling. I like how everything is made fresh in the kitchen with no frozen items. I highly recommend this place!

★★★★★ 5.0 Kayci Knowler · Apr 2025

Lovely coffee shop with breakfast and lunch service. Fresh salads in the cooler. Grab and go goodies. They also have books and cards for sale and plenty of seating. They also give a nod to local history.

★★★★★ 5.0 V Y · Oct 2023

Pleasant little place! They have books for reading while you sip on coffee. Ladies behind the counter were super friendly. Ordered the omelet to go-it was made like you'd make it at home, with no additional fillers. Decently priced items

★★★★★ 5.0 Jessica Neely · Mar 2023

This place is an amazing treat! It has such a variety of sandwiches and salads and sides. I love the atmosphere and the building! Service was amazing and the coffee was awesome! Highly recommend!! I had the roast beef bagel sandwich! Best sandwich I’ve had in awhile!

★★★★☆ 4.0 Wind Dancer · Aug 2025

Ordered Chai Tea, Turkey, Bacon, and Avacado Sandwhich, Brocoli Salad, Carrot Cake. All of it was good. People were nice. It doesnt have alot of books. A few. Would go back for the food.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Great Coffee ✓ Great Dessert ✓ Great Tea Selection ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Good For Working On Laptop ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Cafe

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