Rating: 4.5/5 Stars Blip Roasters is probably the most…read moreunique coffee spot I've been to in KC. It is located in an industrial part of town so do not be surprised if you feel a little lost finding it. Once you get there, there is plenty of parking and a very cool biker atmosphere that sets it apart from typical cafes. They roast their coffee in house which is cool. I ordered an iced oat milk latte that was nice and enjoyable but it was a pretty standard brew. If you enjoy the aesthetic the coffee is good and there is plenty of space to hang out with friends. It gets a little noisy so bring headphones if you are coming to get work done.

Well for starters, it's in the neatest industrial area called West Bottoms. I'm not from KC so when…read moreI visit I try to experience different areas when possible. Parking - plentiful. Seating - much capacity. Coffee - delightful. I didn't have enough to really give a full review. But their chai latte extra espresso?? Yum.

This is a great alternative to the Starbucks down the street. This is a coffee shop that also…read moreserves boba. Really cute spot with lots of seating & Wi-Fi. The matcha was delicious and the cold brew was strong. Service was phenomenal! There was a decent line ahead of me and he was cruising through making everyone's order so they wait was very reasonable. There is ample parking in the lot.

I swing by to grab a coffee since I was in the area and this place popped up on my search. It is a…read morecute little shop. The coffee was definitely the star of the show here. My coffee was smooth and silky with a lot of good flavor. I will definitely swing back by when I am in the area.

I tend to think the term "hidden gem" is a bit overused but I do think it applies here to Maps…read moreCoffee & Chocolate in Lenexa. This local spot is located in the little historic Lenexa downtown, which is itself somewhat hidden away now that the Lenexa Public Market is open and draws folks that way. Coming to this stretch of suburbia feels charming and quaint, and I love that there is a really fantastic local coffee shop nestled into this shopping center. Now onto what makes this place so special. There are tons of great cafes in Kansas City, but what sets Maps apart from the pack is that they roast their own beans in house and they are all super fresh. You can taste the difference in the brew and it's a nice change of pace to have something a bit different since many of the local spots in town use the same local roasters. Once you find out about Maps you'll start to notice other cafes and restaurants that use their beans. It's not as many as say, Messenger, but Maps holds their own in this arena. They also make their own chocolate! And when I say make, I mean make. They actually make the chocolate bars and not just the candies. Even more impressive, it's damn good chocolate. Honestly, if you haven't been to this spot and have a love for coffee and/or chocolate it's well worth a visit. The cherry on top for me is how unpretentious the entire place is. You'll feel welcome, and the staff working will be happy to chat your ears off about their products. 5/5 for me!

Maps... home of the best PSL ever?…read more I was in the area shopping with a friend and was in desperate need of caffeine. I just happened to stumble upon Maps and I couldn't be happier I did. I chose one of their seasonal menu items, a pumpkin spice latte, and was blown away by how good it was. The pumpkin flavor was nailed perfectly with the coffee. Service was incredible (for a fun surprise, enroll in the rewards program!), and the shop vibes are very relaxed. I'm looking forward to many future visits!

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

Cute coffee shop. They roast their own beans…read more They have the perfect amount of menu items. Very helpful staff at the counter. A group of 7 of us invaded on an early Friday afternoon. They handled us well. I got a cold brew. I had to ask for extra sweet cream as I am used to sweeter coffee drinks. They were happy to please. I recommend!

Small menu selection. I forgot what syrup I asked for, but they didn't have it (vanilla or caramel)…read more. The shop isn't a place to study or hang out at as there is not much seating choices. The associate working was friendly and made the latte fairly quickly!

This isn't Starbucks. If your wanting 5 pumps of vanilla or caramel on your half caf skinny mocha,…read moreno whip, extra shot floated.... You're in the wrong place. This is a coffee place that respects the bean. Plenty of choices for types of coffee drinks, real quality stuff here. I had Americano, and it was done just right. Staff is very friendly and the small seating area is cute and comfy. Hidden gem.

Charming Cafe in Belton, MO. This spot goes over and beyond to offer an ambient experience! Staff…read morewere kind & my quiche was pretty good on my second visit! Can wait to go back for their Saturday chess club!

What a cute coffee shop in a small town! Went in and there was a comprehensive menu, and a lovely…read moreseasonal menu! I loved the Mardi Gras latte. The service itself was great, friendly and warm! Vegan friendly.

The previous weekend I went to "Garden House Coffee" which is the same address as this coffee shop…read more I had this coffee shop on my list to try out and we went there today and it was closed even though the time on Yelp was listed as 1 am (I was thinking maybe they had cocktails??). When we pulled up I saw that it is the same place as Garden House and I believe this may be the section below inside the Garden House coffee shop. I had went to that section on my previous visit and it has nice seating and quiet and relaxing and had food and dessert options (non that were gluten free-I asked). The woman was nice that I spoke to and the latte I had was good but I bought it upstairs where the coffee was served.

The service was fast and the barista was kind. This space is beautiful, the brown sugar latte was…read morereally really good, all served in beautiful amber glass. Big fan.

There isn't a coffee shop that is as elegant as this Parisi location. Even some of the customers…read moredress up to come here. A father and daughter duo next to me showed up in a dandy double breasted suit and a princess dress. I wish the food was as good as the vibe. The coffee, while decent, was lukewarm and the scone I got was stale and dry, coming close to inedible. This, at a cost of nearly $11 after tax. It's near terrible food definitely doesn't stop people from coming in, again, you are in one of the nicest areas of downtown OP and have limited coffee competition, so I guess food quality isn't your number one concern.

If I'm in downtown Overland Park on a weekend morning, I'm likely making my way to Parisi for…read morecoffee. After several visits over the years, I've only had their coffee and pastries, not their cafe food. The interior is cute and there's often a queue upon entering to order at the counter, but don't let that intimidate you because it moves fast. I recommend getting some of their water on tap (both still and sparkling water are available) if you have to wait! If you're queer like me, you'll likely be drinking a cold black coffee and they have options! They have a regular cold brew in 3 sizes, a cold brew of the moment / seasonal (ask about it!) and a cold brew shandy for something different. My partner and I got two different cold brews on tap today, the original and the Seasonal Single Origin Honduran one. The single origin Honduran was better, but their original was good too. There's a lot of seating, but it's usually taken up, so I tend to just take my coffee to go. Expect to walk out for around $6ish a cup. They clearly care about providing you a good experience with a strong cup of coffee. Give them a shot if you're in downtown Overland Park!

This is the factory and if you get a chance schedule at tour. I believe it's only $5 and so very…read moreinformative. The atmosphere is very relaxed and chill. Plenty on inside and outside seating. The retail area needed restock, as many of the coffees we out (bare shelves). I was really surprised to see it in such disarray. It was 1 in the afternoon! The coffees are the best around. I got the Brookside Bob that was chocolate, mint and expresso. Normally when I've been here the staff is energetic and outstanding. Unfortunately today that was not the case. Maybe it was after Christmas fatigue but I was glad I was not bringing company as The cashier was extremely unfriendly. She was acting like waiting on was a bother. I deducted 1 star for that as it really impacted our experience.

As we finish our day,we made one last stop for coffee. The Roasterie offers a wide selection of…read moredrip coffee, specialty coffees, pastries while enjoying the atmosphere of a coffee shop that is spacious for hanging out and having conversation. The staff at service was great. The Roasterie Factory Cafe is located 1204 W. 27th St., Kansas City, MO and after you have coffee, see if they have any available factory tours and learn how it all got started. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7 AM to 5 PM Saturday and Sunday 8 AM to 4 PM

I was fortunate to experience Repetition Coffee at a recent Caffeine Crawl in Lawrence, where…read morefounder Amy Pope gave a riveting presentation of her business. It was the highlight of the day and probably the best of all the Caffeine Crawls that I have attended over the past 3 years. What puts Repetition into the top tier of coffee roasters in the area is their hands-on fair trade sourcing and their Righteous sense of community. Ms. Pope uses her skills from a former life as diplomat, her education in International trade and her passion for travel to scour the globe building relationships and partnering with coffee bean producers to find quality product and uplifting those on the farming end. The tale of her "Best of Colombia - #6" product is truly inspiring. The warehouse space that Repetition works out of is also sub-leased to other creative makers making the space a hotbed of artistic talent spawning pop-up events and small business incubation. You can find their products online, at the Lawrence Farmers Market and other retail outlets. I enjoy mine at Waterbird Coffee shop in downtown KCMO. A Righteous endeavor indeed!!