Opening hours
Closed · opens Tuesday 5:30 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
Local time in Dubuque: 1:24 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (563) 556-9617 to confirm.
Location & directions
504 Central AveDubuque, IA 52001
About Dottie's Cafe
Dottie's Cafe is a cafe located at 504 Central Ave in Dubuque, Iowa. It is one of 106 places to eat and drink we list in Dubuque. It sits in the budget-friendly price range ($1–10 per person).
Dottie's Cafe is open 6 days a week, usually 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM (closed Monday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 5:30 AM most days.
The menu we have on file lists 62 items across 6 sections, including Dinners, Side Orders, Beverages, French Toast, and Pancakes. Listed prices range from $1.25 to $10.25, with a typical item around $4.55. Dishes worth a look include Shrimp Dinner, French Fries, and Coffee.
You can visit for takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, historic, and quiet, and it is a good fit for groups, locals, and tourists. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, late-night food, prepared foods, and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards and debit cards. Parking: free of charge street parking, paid street parking, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (563) 556-9617 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Cafe · Diner, Breakfast
- Address
- 504 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
- Phone
- (563) 556-9617
- Price range
- $1–10 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM (closed Monday)
- Menu
- 62 items · $1.25–$10.25
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for cafes and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Dottie's Cafe’s weekday schedule with 25 other cafes in Iowa. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:30 AM, earlier than 100% of them (the typical opening time is 7:00 AM) and closes at 1:30 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 5:00 PM).
In total it is open about 45.5 hours a week, 10 hours fewer than the local median of 55. 68% of cafes in Iowa open on Sundays, and Dottie's Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 25 other cafes in Iowa that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for cafes in Iowa
Based on 5 menus with 157 priced items from cafes in Iowa, the median menu item costs $6.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.50 and $9.45.
At Dottie's Cafe the median listed price is $4.55, lower than the typical $6.00 for cafes in Iowa.
Calculated from 5 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Locals
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Paid street parking
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Dottie's Cafe there are 34 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 45 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (13), Cafes & Coffee (6), Pizza (5), and Burgers & Fast Food (4).
5 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodMcDonald's< 0.1 mi
- AmericanRiver Rock Kitchen & Tap0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsSmokestack0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisJimmy John's0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexAdobos Mexican Grill0.2 mi
What to expect at a cafe
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Dottie's Cafe's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Wednesday: 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Thursday: 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Friday: 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Saturday: 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Sunday: 5:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Is Dottie's Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, Dottie's Cafe is open on Sundays: 5:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Where is Dottie's Cafe located?
Dottie's Cafe is located at 504 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001.
What is the phone number of Dottie's Cafe?
You can call Dottie's Cafe at (563) 556-9617.
Does Dottie's Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Dottie's Cafe offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Dottie's Cafe?
The typical price range at Dottie's Cafe is $1–10 per person. Menu prices range from $1.25 to $10.25.
Does Dottie's Cafe take reservations?
Yes, Dottie's Cafe accepts reservations.
Is Dottie's Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Dottie's Cafe open late?
No, Dottie's Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Dottie's Cafe?
There are 45 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Dottie's Cafe. Nearby options include McDonald's (< 0.1 mi), River Rock Kitchen & Tap (0.1 mi), and Smokestack (0.1 mi).
How much do cafes in Iowa cost?
Based on 5 menus with 157 priced items from cafes in Iowa, the median menu item costs $6.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.50 and $9.45.
