New coffee shop opens in Ames

This summer, Ames residents will have a brand-new coffee shop where they can relax and enjoy a delicious drink. The Vinyl Cafe, located on Kellogg Avenue, is near House of Hair and Hyland Shoe Repair. The coffee shop opened on May 5 and serves a variety of coffee, specialty drinks, and pastries which are made fresh daily. It also offers free Wi-Fi, an ideal perk for students in need of a place to study, or for those who work from home.

One of the most unique aspects is the coffee shop’s collection of more than 10,000 vinyl records, which were collected by the owner. It’s also home to 45s, 78s, 8-Tracks, Cassettes, and CDs. To house the records, he and his wife created shelves that resemble a giant chest of drawers and are lined against the coffee shop’s wall. There’s also a listening booth in a connecting room that customers can enjoy. If you wish to purchase any of the music, Vinyl Cafe sells 45 rpm records and 8-track tapes.