Polk City's Hidden Gem

Crafted
from the
First Light

Every pour, every plate, every moment at Rising Sun Cafe is shaped by a reverence for the craft — from single-origin beans to locally sourced ingredients.

107 2nd Street
5am Daily
100% Fresh
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Warm interior of Rising Sun Cafe
Latte art at Rising Sun Cafe
Barista preparing coffee
Beautifully plated breakfast at Rising Sun Cafe
Our Story

A Corner of
Intention in
Polk City

Rising Sun Cafe was born from a simple conviction: that a great cup of coffee and a thoughtfully prepared meal can transform an ordinary morning into something worth remembering.

Tucked along 2nd Street, we've built a space where the rhythm of the day slows just enough to matter. Our beans are sourced from roasters who share our obsession with quality. Our kitchen draws from local farms and producers who take pride in what they grow.

Whether you're grabbing a quick pour-over before work, settling in with a book and a cappuccino, or sharing a plate with friends — this is your place. We open the doors at dawn because we believe the best moments of your day start here.

Single-Origin Beans
Locally Sourced
House-Made Daily
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We're Waiting
For You

Monday – Friday 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Kitchen closes 30 minutes before closing. Walk-ins welcome — seating is first come, first served.

Find Us

107 2nd Street
Polk City, IA 50226

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Ready

Come for the coffee. Stay for the atmosphere. Every sunrise at Rising Sun is a new beginning.

Is this your business? This is my business