Opening hours
Open now · closes 3:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Local time in Ames: 11:24 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (415) 261-7001 to confirm.
Location & directions
4625 Reliable St #3713Ames, IA 50014
About Lockwood Cafe
Lockwood Cafe is a cafe you'll find at 4625 Reliable St #3713 in Ames, Iowa. Our Ames guide covers 154 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. Prices are affordable ($10–20 per person).
Lockwood Cafe is open 5 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday).
The menu we have on file lists 36 items across 5 sections, including Hot Drinks, Cold Drinks, Savory Crepes, Sweet Crepes, and Breakfast Special. Listed prices range from $2.00 to $45.00, with a typical item around $5.00. You will find options like Espresso, Lockwood Lemonade, and Cheese.
Available service options are outdoor seating, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, quiet, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, and a transgender safe space. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, and vegan options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Phone: (415) 261-7001.
Quick facts
- Category
- Cafe · Breakfast
- Address
- 4625 Reliable St #3713, Ames, IA 50014
- Phone
- (415) 261-7001
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday)
- Menu
- 36 items · $2.00–$45.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 8 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for cafes and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Lockwood Cafe’s weekday schedule with 25 other cafes in Iowa. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:00 AM, close to the local norm of 7:00 AM and closes at 3:00 PM, in line with the typical 5:00 PM.
In total it is open about 35 hours a week, 20 hours fewer than the local median of 55. 68% of cafes in Iowa open on Sundays, and Lockwood Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 25 other cafes in Iowa that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for cafes in Iowa
Based on 5 menus with 157 priced items from cafes in Iowa, the median menu item costs $6.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.50 and $9.45.
At Lockwood Cafe the median listed price is $5.00, lower than the typical $6.00 for cafes in Iowa.
Calculated from 5 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
- University students
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Lockwood Cafe is fairly secluded: there are no other places to eat or drink in our guide within a mile, so it is worth checking the hours before you set off.
Lockwood Cafe is the only cafe within a mile (4 within three miles). The next closest is Design Cafe, 1.5 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodMcDonald's1.1 mi
- AmericanDaytime Diner1.1 mi
- ChineseSzechuan House1.2 mi
- PizzaPapa John's1.3 mi
- Bars & PubsThumbs1.5 mi
What to expect at a cafe
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
What are Lockwood Cafe's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Is Lockwood Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, Lockwood Cafe is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Where is Lockwood Cafe located?
Lockwood Cafe is located at 4625 Reliable St #3713, Ames, IA 50014.
What is the phone number of Lockwood Cafe?
You can call Lockwood Cafe at (415) 261-7001.
Does Lockwood Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Lockwood Cafe, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Lockwood Cafe?
The typical price range at Lockwood Cafe is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $2.00 to $45.00.
Is Lockwood Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Lockwood Cafe good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids, high chairs, and kids' menu.
Is Lockwood Cafe open late?
No, Lockwood Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Lockwood Cafe?
There are 0 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Lockwood Cafe. Nearby options include McDonald's (1.1 mi), Daytime Diner (1.1 mi), and Szechuan House (1.2 mi).
Are there other cafes near Lockwood Cafe?
None within a mile. The closest is Design Cafe, 1.5 mi away.
How much do cafes in Iowa cost?
Based on 5 menus with 157 priced items from cafes in Iowa, the median menu item costs $6.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.50 and $9.45.
