Crisp air, colorful leaves, and cozy flavors are filling the season in Council Bluffs! As fall arrives, local restaurants, cafés, and sweet spots are adding autumn-inspired favorites to their menus. Discover new flavors, revisit local favorites, and find something delicious to sip or savor this season.
Backpacker’s Brew
Bring a little fall flavor to your coffee run at Backpacker’s Brew with these seasonal specialties:
- Pumpkin Fluff Shaken Espresso
- Salted Caramel Apple Chai
- Sticky Bun Latte
- Caramel Apple Lotus
- Pumpkin Cold Brew
Blend CB
For something a little different, Blend CB mixes fruity refreshers, energy drinks, and indulgent shakes into a menu made for fall sipping.
- Apple Crush
- Tackle Tea – Blackberry and limeade
- Touchdown – Dragonfruit and strawberry
- Overtime – Starburst and grape
- Fall Magic – Lemonade, pineapple, and energy
- Maple Salted Caramel Shake
- Apple Cinnamon Shake
- Pumpkin Brownie Shake
Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard
Fall just isn’t complete without a trip to Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard. Their Orchard Store is stocked with local favorites like apple cider donuts, hand-dipped caramel apples, and fresh-baked apple pies. To sip, choose from traditional apple cider, flavorful hard ciders, or their wide selection of wines. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for fun events that pair perfectly with your favorite fall treat.
Frosted Pine
Frosted Pine Coffee Co. has two seasonal sips to add to your autumn coffee rotation:
- White Pumpkin
- Caramel Apple Lotus
Louie's Coffee House
With two locations, Louie’s Coffee House makes it easy to find a seasonal favorite. Plus, any fall flavor can be made with matcha for an extra twist.
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Pumpkin Chai
- Caramel Apple Butter Latte
- Louie’s Witch’s Brew
- Salted Maple Latte
- Apple Cinnamon Shaken Espresso
- Green Apple Blender
Tastee Treet
Add a little autumn sweetness to your next stop at Tastee Treet with their seasonal Apple Crisp candy malt, bringing a cozy fall flavor to this local favorite.
Quaker Steak & Lube
Fall flavors have arrived at Quaker Steak & Lube with limited-time favorites made for the season. Dig into the Oh So Gouda Bacon Jam Burger, stacked with melty Gouda and bacon jam, or sip on the Backwoods Blackberry Old Fashioned.
Charlie Lou's (Neola)
Charlie Lou’s in Neola brings nostalgic treats and familiar fall flavors together in a specialty drink menu made for the season.
- Funnel Cake Latte
- Apple Cider Donut Latte
- Oatmeal Cream Pie Latte
- Caramel Apple Drink
Judge Richard Distillery
Bring a bourbon-forward twist to your fall sipping with The Gold Rush from Judge Richard Distillery. Made with Judge Richard Bourbon, honey, and fresh lemon, this cocktail combines rich bourbon flavor with bright citrus and a touch of sweetness.
Tweets (Treynor)
Head to Tweets in Treynor for creative combinations that range from rich coffee drinks to fruity refreshers and playful specialty sips.
- Witches Brew
- Maple Pecan Cold Brew
- Butter Pecan Latte
- Cookie Butter Latte
- Pumpkin Brûlée
- Pick Your Pie Chai
- Caramel Apple Tweester
- Maple Cream Dr Pepper
Sugar Mountain (Crescent)
Sugar Mountain in Crescent is going all-in on autumn with specialty drinks inspired by classic fall desserts, warm spices, and campfire flavors.
- Pumpkin Pie Chai
- Caramel Apple Chai
- Pumpkin on the Mountain Latte
- Maple Cinnamon Roll Latte
- Caramel Apple Butter Latte
- Campfire Mocha Latte
- Salted Pumpkin Dream Latte
- Harvest Moon Latte
Find Your Favorite Fall Flavor
No matter your go-to fall flavor Council Bluffs and the surrounding area are brimming with seasonal sips and treats to enjoy. Make this autumn one to remember by exploring local cafés, orchards, and coffee shops, and let every cup bring a little extra coziness to your day.
