I dont recommend for the quick business meeting. Music too loud, Christian Rock is so not everyones cup of tea.......

Really cute little coffee place got these little cookie things that were great. Had almond milk as an alternative. The server mentioned they were going to be getting oat milk. Cant wait to go back again!!

Such a nice shop! Coffee is hot and the pastries are fresh! The staff is top notch!

Chicken salad on croissant with iced tea. Tasty! Cool place.

Lunch at Top Hat was great! Tuna on croissant and roast beef wrap with a root beer float. Sandwiches are just enough but the root beer float was beyond awesome! Decor is always fun to look though as well!

Awesome, cozy ambiance. Great coffee and goodies!

Great coffee and goodies that go with coffee. Whenever we are in the area we stop. Now, if only they would do karaoke! Lol

So I visited this wonderful little coffee shop the other day on my lunch break and I was not disappointed! It has access from the front main street or a large parking lot in back. As soon as you walk into the stoop you feel the charm and atmosphere! This little shop feels much bigger than it really is, simply because of the way its set up. The staff were very friendly and helpful to a newbie such as myself. I had a tuna salad crissont with clam chowder soup (which Ive never had before and if all the rest are as good as theirs Im a fan!) The sandwich was made to order and prepared behind what was once an old bank tellers counter, complete with bars! After ordering we sat at a fair sized table that was once a large spool for what I would guess would be power lines. The food was delicious, the staff came around and picked up our tray once they had time and the owner even visited us to ensure everything was great! On our way out we picked up a cappuccino an apple cider and a couple of cookies for the road and it was all wonderful! I know Ive found myself a new hang out. If your looking for coffee in ottumwa, Top Hat is definitley Top Shelf!

Excellent coffee shop with lots of goodies to eat. Inexpensively priced and the staff is very helpful and very friendly.

Love the mission of this place! It is a wonderful little place!

Funky coffee shop- worth a stop! Friendly staff (Kaitlin) helped me get coffee + delicious cherry PIE. Yum yumYum!

This is a great place to go. You should stop by

Adorable, fun coffee shop with a great retro, small town vibe.

Friendly baristas! Chill atmosphere, yummy coffee drinks and treats. The gal that served us even gave us a free cookie. Idk, just a vibe weve been looking for :) we will definitely be back

Great service, nice people. The best coffee!

Nice coffee shop with yummy lite food options. Entertainment on some nights

Fun hidden gem in Ottumwa, great food and amazing coffee!

I walked in. I received two smiles and complement on my suit. Asked about breakfast and got full order of biscuits and gravy(on point delicious) and a jumbo blueberry muffin. $ 6.95 within 3 min was seated and eating. great service and nice atmosphere.I would love to have an option for juice at least rather than only coffee or tea but it is a coffee shop.

Delicious dirty chai, dont forget the whipped cream! 😁

One of my favorite lunch/coffee/business meeting spots in the region. Super friendly and attentive staff with a wonderful atmosphere and attention to cleanliness. The food though is fantastic -- rotating DAILY HOMEMADE soups. Love the Chicken Salad Croissant and the Tomato Basil Bisque. I enjoy bringing clients for business meetings here as well. Its also good to know that a portion of each sale helps run the soup kitchen in the back!

Staff was so friendly and helpful, chicken salad sandwich was delightful, as well as the latte😋

Top Hat is such a wonderful and cheerful place to be. The staff is just amazing. And you couldnt ask for better company than the owners Gary and Sherri. And love going to watch the live entertainment when I get a chance!

Good food. Good coffee and other beverages. Good staff. And love the setting.

Great atmosphere and food.

I love coming here! The atmosphere is great and the staff are always friendly and kind. Plus, the Italian Cream Sodas are amazing!! I am so happy I found this place, I would definitely recommend it!

Great atmosphere! Great costumer service..Good coffee! Yummy sandwiches! 💯

Cozy atmosphere, fast and friendly service with good coffee. Pumpkin spice coffee has made an appearance. Really good if you like flavored coffee.

Great pies - homemade! Good variety of sandwiches & soups.

Very cool looking coffee shop, feels a touch above class for ottumwa we need more shops like this.

Great ambiance, food and service.

Class class class. Whoever owns this place has taste & vision. Just what the down town area needs more of.

Always great atmosphere!! Food is good! Coffee in a big mug. Perfect

Great food and fun atmosphere. All dollars spent go to help the less fortunate

An amazing coffee house with wonderful treats! I cant make a trip to Ottumwa without stopping by Top Hat. Its the perfect environment to get work done, or just relax.

Great food and service. Price is good.

Friendly staff, quick service. Small but nice selection of menu items. Cozy atmosphere.

Good food at a reasonable price. Great coffee. A pleasant atmosphere.

The food is fresh and super delicious, the staff is polite, the cafe is clean, the whole place looks really cool and comfy. Its a good opportunity to come and study or do your work.

Great place

Fantastic food, cozy environment, great entertainment, and the best damn cup o Joe in Ottumwa!

The whole experience here is wonderful. The coffee is good. The decor is vintage and rustic.

Atmosphere, food and service are all Top Hat.

Love this place! Service and coffee are awesome!

Great little coffee and brunch house. Highly recommended by the locals. We loved it.

Really cute place. Yummy milk shakes and I think some or all of their profits goes to the soup kitchen.

Great hot coffee, relaxing atmosphere. Greated with a hello and a smile. Good $5 lunches

Great stuff great staff I was lucky to have them here

One of the best lunch spots in Southeast Iowa. If they have the chicken pot pie in the menu order that and the Italian Cream Sodas are amazing.

Had a nice birthday party for my granddaughter.

Great place for friends to get together. Lunch is great & very unique decor.

Great little shop. Very friendly staff. Good coffee.

Awesome atmosphere and food! Great place to up with friends!

* Good coffee and tea, reasonably priced.* Friendly barista.* Warm, casual environment.* Nice long hours Monday through Saturday.* Only negative comment I can think of is that theyre closed on Sunday. I understand that this is small city and that its nice for employees, but being closed all dsy Sunday is a shame.* Regardless, this is definitely a gem in Ottumwa and I hope this shop prospers!

Maybe let people know its closed so traveling people dont waste their time

Love it. Comfortable, friendly staff. Great latte :) Will go again 😀

Pleasant environmentexcellent coffees lattes

Sandwich was ok but more meat would have been nice.

Wonderful place and great coffee! The service is top notch!! Love this place!!

Great little coffee shop. It has great coffee and a great atmosphere.

Great staff and drinks are delicious. They have free Wifi and outlets next to the booths to plug in your phone, laptop, etc. I love their low lighting bc it creates tranquility. Their strawberry milkshake is a must! I also like their caramel macchiato and for those who want something with less calories, try the caramel macchiato skinny. 😉

Yummy hot chocolate for a good price

It is a top notch cafe and coffee house.

Great food and service! Everything time!

Good experience. Good food and music.

Yummy chi tea, and the atmosphere is perfect.

Lot of character and a great place to eat at a reasonable price

Super cute! Great vibey place🎀🎀🎀

Very quiet peaceful atmosphere ❤

Extremely beautiful place, amazing food, desserts, and coffees, as well as the best smelling candles around! Not to mention A+ customer service too, would definitely recommend :)

What an awesome little place this is!

Good coffee. Good atmosphere.

Definitely will be coming back

Love the atmosphere and the coffee.

Loved it!!! And got to see Blessings Kitchen too !!!!

Very enjoyable.

Nice place for lunch

Relaxing and good coffee

Very good

Good coffee