Came here to get a stamp on my "Stamped Coffee KC Passport" and stayed for the good vibes. Loved our visit to this gem on Troost. Ordered a hazelnut iced coffee - very flavorful and the pesto panini was oozing with tasty cheese and crispy sourdough bread. Great coffee, great food, great people, and a place that actually makes you want to stay awhile. Definitely one of those KC spots you're happy you stumbled across. We'll be back! read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Visited recently for my reading hour. They have a tasty iced chai. Very well balanced. Not overly sweet. The muffin was good also. Soft, fluffy, and delicious. The sitting room is small, but if it isn't busy, there are enough options. read more

Probably one of the best cafe sandwiches I've ever had! Great place to read and hang out read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Equal Minded Cafe is in Ubuntu Village building & caught my eye. Ubuntu is a South African word meaning "humanity to others." We can most def use both Equal Mindedness & Humanity To Others. I got an 'Herbal Defense' Tea for $3 plus tax since allergies have been killin me. Great cafe for breakfast, brunch & lunch. They also have open mics & events in the back. You can get a 10% discount if you can make the barista laugh. On Fridays, college students can get 20% off w/ ID. Also on Fridays, large chai lattes are 1/2 off. read more

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We recently had lunch at Equal Minded Cafe and were so impressed by this great troost cafe and coffee shop. They roast their own beans which means a wonderful cup of coffee. We each chose a sandwich from the menu -- they were both delicious. As well as great food and coffee, the owner and a long time employee were so friendly and welcoming. We will return soon. I'm out of the beans I bought to use at home. read more

Have been here a couple of times and am finally getting around to leaving a review. Most recent time here, I brought my wife and our daughters. We got each girl a muffin and my wife and I each got a breakfast quesadilla. The muffins looked great, and the guy at the counter even added in some whipped cream. The girls loved that! Our quesadillas were amazing! Great seasoning, the eggs in it are great, and they included green peppers, chips, and salsa on the side. The quesadillas are a bit greasy, but they are absolutely delicious. Service was great, no complaints there. We loved the atmosphere. They have an area where people can sit on a couch and there are toys for kids to play with. They also have a table of free books you can get (grabbed a couple of those). Overall, Equal Minded is a great coffee shop and we're lucky to have them in the community. Stop by for a visit soon! read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Breakfast quesadilla with green pepper slices, chips, and salsa. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Going to a coffee shop, it's unusual to have an experience out of the ordinary. Equal Minded is anything but ordinary. The space was unique and the vibes were great. The staff was incredible and so friendly, but when I tell you this is the best coffee I've had in KC it's no lie. The Apple Butter Chai Latte is the best drink I've had in years. It's on their seasonal list so run and get one, or two. Plus it's served with a cookie which is always the best addition! read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Apple Butter Chai Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Got a grilled cheese, chai, and chunky money smoothie, all were fantastic, especially the chai! The staff was very friendly and overall ambiance was welcoming. Would definitely recommend! read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Grilled cheese (half eaten) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Such a great hidden spot! Loved all of the options and the space. The environment was very welcoming and people were kind. read more

The owner is so friendly and knowledgeable. My honey rose matcha was delicious. So many things on the menu I need to come back and try! Highly recommend! read more

Found a gem in my hometown. Ones of the best strawberry latte's ever. The vibe was in point. Oh and the San Francisco Melt was beyond delicious read more

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Great service. DELICIOUS Chai. Space was full of folks and vibrant! Highly recommend this community-driven space. read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Hot house-made chai and Iced house-made chai. DELICIOUS!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I had the best experience here! Came in for a chai cause google told me it was the best one around and it was! Absolutely amazing. The owner was so sweet and personable and he even gave me a 4oz sample to make again cause I was only in town for the weekend! If I lived closer this would be a shop I frequent! The vibe of this shop is top tear! read more

I love this place! I stopped in for my usual dirty chai on 3/6 & was delighted by how active it was. All of my other visits have been very chill but that particular Friday morning was a little different. I took my chai to a table in the corner & set up my laptop, happy for the free WiFi as my office nearby had no power due to storms. The shop was so wonderfully activated. There were a couple other loners like me working, but also a family with a young child, a couple of ladies catching up over coffee, a couple of college-age gals relaxing on the couch & using the trivia cards while they enjoyed their drinks. Then 2 different groups of 5-6 young men wandered in. One made his way to the piano & played for quite some time. It was so nice! In addition, there was a social hour happening in the back, & another group was setting up for an event later that evening. It was so great to see this place so busy on an otherwise gloomy day. It really made my heart happy. read more

I don't like the fact that you have been deleting comments on people's actual experience. What he is doing for the community is great but this day in particular was so off putting and uncalled for. Literally had my friend stuttering out of fear because you're yelling telling her to get out (THE TRUTH) I want to say I'm truly sorry that you're sick, and I hope you recover quickly. But that doesn't excuse the way this situation has been handled, and honestly, it's very disappointing to see. We're not here to tarnish your name or your business. We understand that people have bad days. However, it felt like that frustration was taken out on the wrong people, and there was no accountability afterward--that's the part that doesn't sit right. As a business owner, taking accountability matters. Instead of doing that, you chose to shift blame and play into sympathy, rather than acknowledging a customer's real experience. No one came in with bad intentions--we were actually excited to support your shop and give it a try. Unfortunately, the experience just wasn't good, and that's the truth. Calling it a "fake review" is unfair. It was an honest review based on what actually happened. This has nothing to do with race--we specifically chose to visit your shop because we wanted to support a Black-owned business. So please don't speak on things that aren't accurate. We only went to another café afterward because we were left unsatisfied with both the drinks and the treatment we received. Since then, my friend has also received multiple messages from others sharing similar experiences, which is concerning. At the end of the day, this could have been handled with accountability and professionalism, but instead it's been turned into something else. That's what makes this whole situation so disappointing. Again, I hope you get well soon. Much love. read more

Fantastic experience at an event here - amazing vibes, decor and food! Equal Minded is a purpose-driven coffee shop and event space, with a large room in the back that community members can rent for affordable rates. The decor is eclectic and cozy, and staff and baristas are warm and welcoming. A lot of folks showed up for our event, so they ran out of some items and I ended up ordering a jalapeño reuben sandwich, which was savory and flavorful. Honestly, it seems like you can't go wrong with this menu. Cold brew with a splash of oat was solid. I was excited to see lots of vegan and vegetarian items on the menu and will be trying those when I return. Don't miss this warm and welcoming coffee shop! read more

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THE BEST CHAI and PANINI!! I ordered an almond milk chai and their pesto aioli panini. Both were amazing!! and I was so surprised to see they brought out a lil cookie with each chai!! they even went as far as bringing out food to our table and napkins the service is unparalleled!! The owner is also very kind! It was so quiet and friendly!! read more

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The service was great! Our barista recommended a raspberry white mocha, which is what she was drinking! I got iced and my mom got hot- they were both delicious! Great atmosphere and great people read more

The service is always great when coming inside of equal minded cafe, while I didn't get food this time a lot of the guests coming seemed very satisfied with their food. The Ambiance of shop is very welcoming and peaceful almost as if I was at home! read more

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The paninis - and freshness of the vegetables- excellent. The coffees are P E R F E C T. Especially Honey Rose Matcha Latte and the Organic Caramel Latte Mmmmm Atmosphere; casual and pleasant. Love this place! read more

I LOVE this spot!!! When I lived in KC I used to frequent it. I can't wait to get back to visit. It's a must every time I'm in town. Everything about it is just top-tier... the people, the ambiance, the products. Chef's kiss!!! read more

This is literally my go-to spot now! I LOVED my experience x1000! Its so beautiful inside. Its a cafe & event space. I stopped in because my friend was Dj'ing & it was such a vibe! The service was amazing! Every question I asked was answered! Food was amazing! I will always recommend this place! They also have so many events on their IG, so check them out! read more

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It was fine. We usually go to anchor island but thought we'd try something new. They were out of cold brew. Their breakfast sandwiches were pretty expensive at 14 dollars and were done. Not great. The space was a little run down and not put together. There was a lot of open, unused space where you couldn't sit labeled as an "event space". Not sure what event anyone would want to have there. The two coffees and two sandwiches were much more than we'd pay anywhere else other than an actual restaurant. It was 50 dollars. 59 dollars For two small coffee drinks and two croissant sandwiches. Holy crap. I'll stick to anchor island in that area. read more

This hidden gem has the best chai that I've had! It was so good! I paired it with the keep it simple breakfast and it did not disappoint! The barista/chef was so nice, friendly and helpful! Definitely an artsy vibe- there were cool art work on the walls. Will definitely be back! read more

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The atmosphere as you walk in is immaculate. The barista assured me that this was the best chai in KC and that I would be back. Let me tell ya, they're right! The service was quick and this chai is delicious. I will definitely be back several times over for it. read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Piano and decor - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

What a wonderful day to chill and enjoy coffee and food at an offerdable price food great coffee awesome company read more

Equal Minded Cafe - The menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Equal Minded Cafe is right in my neighborhood and has been one of my go to's since being in the area. I am a lover of all things coffee shop and equal minded never disappoints. Their chai, is absolutely the best I have had and I have never gotten a latte there I haven't absolutely loved. Their food and pastries are always good and fresh, and the vibes are always high. They have fun games, plants, plenty of seating, and overall just a chill atmosphere. The owner and all the employees are always very kind and helpful, and are quick to offer advice if you are debating your choices. read more

I've been to Equal Minded on multiple occasions for events and to a place to work. The drinks are great! The food is great! It's a wonderful place to set up shop and work or host a coffee meet up! I highly recommend it. I always meet someone new when I'm in! read more

Very poor customer service and my sandwich only had one slice of meat on it. Waste of time and money. Go somewhere else.

Excellent service, super nice staff. Coffee was great! Atmosphere was wonderful as they have a piano that my friends and I played on. Overall amazing coffee shop! read more

great food, great service. the people who work and own this establishment are truly trying to help change the world. they host events that help the community and educate others. highly recommend read more

@equalmindedcafe - Kansas City, MO (4327 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110) This weeks Sunday morning coffee stop Honey Lavender Latte Iced Carmel Latte (Half Sweet) Coffee Cake Muffin Check out their 'Good Mornings' too! They're so good. Service is great, parking is easy, and tons of seating available! read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Honey Lavender Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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This black owned coffee shop is in the heart of the city in a gentrifying neighborhood. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Even though it says coffee shop it's way more offering food items, smoothies, cold beverages and homemade teas. It's a place that makes you want to linger- play board games, read a book, watch tv or grab a window seat and people watch. I ordered a caramel latte with oat milk and it was delicious. My sister is not a coffee drinker and she had an in-house made chai. She loved it. In the back is an event space that is affordably priced by the hour. It even has a garage door that opens into a green space. It's a neighborhood gem that is worth trying. I'll be back for lunch. read more

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A little out of the way for me, but definitely worth the find. Kai, our barista, was super friendly and helpful. I'm not much of a coffee or regular tea drinker, but the chai tea latte was spectacular!! I would definable make another trip back to try some of their food items. read more

This little coffee shop was such a great find, just a short walk from my Vrbo. It's a cozy and cute spot with a welcoming atmosphere. The barista was super friendly and made me feel right at home. They have a great selection of coffee drinks as well as food options, so it's perfect whether you're just grabbing a latte or want to stay for a bite. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area! read more

Stopped here for coffee for the fam. The barista suggested a strawberry vanilla iced latte and it is amazing, highly suggested! Every other coffee we got was also out of this world. Don was super kind and an overall pleasure to chat with! This will definitely be a staple for us when we are in town! read more

Inviting space, good coffee, great chai, and a thoughtful owner with amazing attention to detail. I can't wait to go back. It would be a fantastic spot to host an event or meeting. read more

Amazing service at this cute little coffee shop. They have a lot of options and my latte was delicious! read more

Equal Minded Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

$4 for an Americano is higher than most places I frequent, and the coffee was severely lacking in flavor.

We loved this spot! We wanted to come in for a small breakfast and a coffee on a Sunday morning; we wanted to support a business that's doing a lot for the community and in line with our values! It's a gorgeous space with lots of room to social distance. The cold brew was one of the best I've had in KC. The food was good too. It did take us almost 35 minutes to get an avocado toast, a Chunky Monkey toast and two cold brews. Why? With one person working with what appeared to be one toaster, the orders got backed up quickly with just a few people in the cafe. With that, I'd probably recommend ordering ahead for pickup. read more

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