Deluxe Cakes & Pastries

"A wonderful Parisian style little cafe with a wide selection of mouthwatering pasties, both sweet and savory. If the weather is warm, their outside seating area is excellent to soak in the sun while sipping on an espresso and a delicious croissant. The croissant are as good as they come around here. Flaky, buttery, and a medium between crunchy and chewy. Just made right by a crew of excellent bakers whom you can see hard at work when you make your orders. If it’s a typical cold Iowa morning, stay inside in their small space with little space in between tables. If you have never been to a cafe in Europe or elsewhere in the world, you may lose your big American Midwest privacy. I don’t mind the small spaced, it makes for real human interactions. Whether I’m reading a book or finishing up a work report. If you go there and you don’t order their quiche…I seriously doubt the soundness of your food choices. And their baguettes sandwiches are best dipped in a freshly brewed hot cup of black coffee. Do so and you are solid for the day. Finally, if you are weird like me and appreciate fine china, do marvel over their beautiful plates."

"My husband and I always try to find little independent shops and small businesses no matter if we travel close to home or thousands of miles away. I had to go go Iowa City for a follow-up with my surgeon for my knee replacement and I wanted a pastry or donut and not just a chain shop I was giggling and came across this little gem. Before we even made it all the way into the door we were greeted by several people and they engaged us in conversation. They have a very cute little shop and a great variety of sweet and savory options. We would definitely go back there again if we are back in Iowa City when they're open."

"Deluxe has a great selection of beautiful pastries! Everything was delicious! Very cute place to go- outside and inside seating! If you are in Iowa City you have to stop by!"

"Oh my goodness- wow! I had a weekend special pastry! Fresh apples & caramel pastry! Extremely fresh & SO good! My son loved his donut! The coffee was fresh & it was adorable inside. If you are in Iowa City- you have to go here! We are from out of town & stumbled across this cute place."

"Simply the best spot for a quick breakfast and a chat with friends. Immaculate location downtown Iowa city, outdoor seating is fantastic and of course all the food is top notch. Some of the best pastries I’ve had outside of Paris. One piece I had I’d swear I was in France but got to go back to my house right after! Have been in a few times in recent weeks, Easily my new favorite Saturday tradition. Excited to try more!"