Feeling like I have to pull some stars. 5 has to earned _and_ maintained. After a series of so-so…read moredrinks and interactions over the years since my original review yesterday's experience was very disappointing. Felt almost invisible and unwelcome.

I'm not really sure where to begin or how to describe the place. The service was ok and the…read more"barista" was very friendly but that seems to be the only real reason why j gave them 3 stars. As far as food the breakfast burrito was killer and the waffles were hearty but the coffee was yet to be seen. My group ordered specialty drinks and I could barely taste the coffee just milk and not even sweetener. My wife used the bathroom and she said it was absolutely atrocious that she couldn't even use it. It could definitely use some work but for a small town it's manageable.

The assorted baked goods are well made with exceptional flavor combinations. Breakfast sandwich was…read moretasty and served with a side of Rosemary potatoes. Drinks were delicious and piping hot, just like I prefer. Service was excellent and our order was prompt and brought to our table. Staff checked back with us a couple of times. We'll be back!

The kitchen staff all have long hair hanging down. Even the men. They had caps on but hair not…read moresecured back to prevent falling in food. Health department mandates this.

Stopped by for coffee on my drive back to STL. Got the matcha and an Americano. Matcha wasn't too…read morebad, it was still clumpy and tasted more like milk. I'm surprised they had it here. The coffee was okay though. The inside is spacious and had lots of seating, good for studying. Service was pretty quick and the server was nice and patient.

Neat use for an old school. It's not far off the interstate and worth the stop…read more Plenty of coffee options and a neat place to sit and sip if you have the time. I ordered the cold brew (their version). It was quite tasty. Service was quick and kind. Will stop again!

This was a last minute stop on our way home from the lake and it was such a perfect hidden gem. The…read morefood is fantastic everything is homemade. The matcha is delicious and they have such a cute store!

Clean and fresh place! Not the same old sandwiches! Special breads and bakery buns provide the base…read morefor grass fed beef sandwiches, fresh produce, and a tasty treat. And many coffee options! And did I mention pastries and cookies?? Yes! They have those too! Family friendly, Christian based, and ready to treat you to the best they have to offer. We will definitely be back!

In looking for someplace selling sweets, there aren't a lot of options around here. This place…read moredoesn't have a lot of recent reviews or a lot of online activity, so it would be very easy to miss. The shop itself is very quaint, and the prices were very reasonable. 2 cookies and a bag of chocolate covered espresso beans for less than $4, and the prices for the coffee looked very reasonable as well. The selection was fairly limited, which is sensible. Small town, small shop. They had a few varieties of small cookies, cinnamon rolls, and a few pastries. Perfect for someone just stopping in to feed a caffeine or sugar craving.

In town and looking for a fresh local made shop. This was a great find. The Blackberry Danish was…read moreamazing.

The Center Stage Cafe is located at the studios of Shapes Dance and Acro just one road off Hwy 65…read more Friendly and warm atmosphere, great food, and wonderful coffee! I've held several meetings with clients and it's perfect for a professional retreat or just taking a break.

The place is a cute coffee shop, and it has that going for it at least. I sort of felt bad because…read moreI'm a coffee connoisseur, and our coffee was dark tea, if that. We had stayed the night in the room above, and were thrilled to stay at a very nice Airbnb with a coffee shop just below. The owner is nice, and gave us a slight discount for staying guests. I appreciated her hospitality, but as I give reviews on here about ambiance, service and food, I can't lie. While staying here, I learned that she will be remodeling the place, and hopefully when she does she considers a bit more comfortable seating rather than just the stools up against the wall, with no outlets to plug into either. There wasn't many tables available either, so this will need to be addressed. The food, besides the coffee, there was only breakfast sandwiches (already made), how nice and convenient, right? But with an exception, they were on lightly toasted Texas toast, with slightly scrambled wet eggs, and double sausage with American cheese. All of this sandwich wrapped in an aluminum foil, and placed in a warmer for the guest to grab it and eat it. As you can imagine it was one warm and gooey mess. I didn't take a picture of the sandwich, but I can tell you that as I chewed it the bread stuck to the roof of my mouth. I did order a berry turnover of sorts, but it seemed that it was just slightly baked with very little golden brown. Ultimately, this was a place of mere convenience for us, but I wouldn't have wanted to have driven from I-70 all the way into Blackwater for this breakfast.

I just stopped in for a quick cup o' joe and then to get back on the road. I have to say that I…read morestayed. I drank my coffee in the nice little shop while wandering, looking at all their decor. I debated on getting some of their homemade pastries and such, but eventually settled for a very large iced tea. The people were fantastic ( a family, it seems), and the food and place were great. Couldn't ask for a nicer little coffee shop. Now trying to find a reason for my girlfriend and me to go to Blackwater, just so we can go by this place and she can see the shop!

If you're driving through Waverly, don't miss a chance to visit Neighbors Cafe! Located on the main…read morestreet, this restaurant is in the cutest quaint old building - I think it was probably a house before, which really adds to the charm. It's about a 20 minute drive from Lexington, MO, if you're heading that way to visit all the historical areas there. The menu has a lot of variety, including a lot of healthier options. Everything is really fresh and seems to be prepared in a thoughtful way. And they cater to those with specific dietary needs, like my husband, who is a vegetarian. I got the turkey sandwich on wheat, and it was so tasty!! The staff of Neighbors is super friendly, including the owners who live in Waverly - you will most likely meet them if you visit. So if you're looking for an awesome lunch on your day trip, I highly recommend Neighbors!

Great coffee stop on the way to the Ozark's from Kansas City. Good service and cool ambiance. I…read moregot the cold brew and it was terrific! They had a few food options as well. Cheers.

Delicious flavor options and friendly staff. Lovely space, too. I like that they have a couple of…read moreoutside tables

Great little shop to stop and get a morning coffee, cinnamon roll or muffin. Look around at all…read morethe locality made items and come back for lunch Togo. Even has every old school Candy you could think of!

From the owner: GRM seeks out Missouri and local foods and products. It’s a small store with a lot of fun items…read more Owners by a former middle school teacher and hometown gal, this is truly local. Come check us out.