Is there any better way to spend a summer day than browsing the shelves of a charming new bookstore? Well, there may be one better way – browsing a bookstore with a break for coffee and treats. At Sidekick Coffee & Books in Iowa City, the carefully curated shelves may just play second fiddle to the cute cafe full of inventive coffee, sandwiches, and sweet treats nestled inside. You won’t have – or want – to leave for anything, so don’t be surprised if you wind up whiling away a whole day here!

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Have you been to Sidekick Coffee & Books before? Let us know your book haul – and your can’t-miss items at the cafe. The cafe is constantly bringing in new items and the bookstore hosts special events, so make sure to visit their website and Facebook page before your next visit!

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