It had been YEARS since I'd been to Homers when I walked in for a meeting earlier this week and…read morewhile not much had changed, I was really impressed and surprised with my cold brew. Some back story: I used to live in this neighborhood and before I lived here my husband (then boyfriend) lived here so I've spent some solid time in Old Overland Park. Before the Parisi opened in 2020 Homers was the only coffee option in this area so I'd ended up here for meetings, or to grab a cup to go many times. I'd say before this week I had pegged Homers as more of a three star spot. It was very hit or miss, and the vibes weren't hitting it for me. Just my personal preference. Speed up to Wednesday when Parisi was packed and I had a meeting on the calendar. My colleague suggested we move over to Homers since there were no tables at Parisi and I had a wonderful time here this week. My cold brew was on par, if not better than local competitors, the barista super friendly, and the space felt homey in a good way. I'll need a few more great visits to move up into 5 star territory but they are on the right path and I love that this return visit totally changed my mind about this local spot.

Yesterday was my second time visiting Homer's. A solid drink menu, house made pastries and…read morecomfortable seating arrangements make this place a good option for taking a respite while visiting downtown Overland Park. I especially love their embrace of the local arts with not just art on the walls for sale, but they had an artist set up inside meeting and selling his craft and a four piece jazz band playing live. Thank you Homer's for support local artists!

For a one man show, this barista started off my morning with a jolt of pleasure. He suggested the…read moreperfect cup of joe for keeping me on my toes! No panic and no problem when the rest of the conference's teachers discovered this little corner cafe that was in the opposite direction of our hotel and convention center. The atmosphere is pleasant on the eye and coffee even more pleasurable in the tummy. Take a quick trip to the Grand Coffee as it is just that... "grand!"

So why 3 stars... not because of the service, space or the food/drinks I received but the prices…read more For two people - 2 avocado toast, neither with bacon, 2 medium drinks - hot Honey Latte Lavender & Cookie Butter Matcha Latte, both made with oat milk was $41. Yup.. that's High! Now we enjoyed our hot drinks, they were good. Both of us like the avocado toast and that hot honey was truly spicy.. my mouth was on fire. The space is very very big. Now we asked about it for use of meetings and the space can be rented out but they would still serve the public, not very ideal. There's free wifi and the seating arrangements are varied.

Glad I was able to stop by and grab a quick coffee and pinup cup for my buddy Jack. Drive through…read morewas fast and smooth. Service was excellent, very friendly and helpful when asking questions. Staff was friendly and made sure to even give Jack a pup cup and treat. Holiday is Al's around the corner and I was surprised to also receive a miniature cup ornament that they were giving out! Always a great time at dutchbros.

Went and got myself a Large golden eagle with white chocolate syrup added in. The lady at the…read morecounter was super nice and I didn't wait too long but when I got my drink there was an excessive amount of coffee grounds at the bottom. I can understand a small amount, but this much?!? Not very happy about having to very carefully drink my coffee so I don't get a side of coffee ground with it... (Edit to add) tried to go online to the website the replied back to me with just to get nowhere, don't go to this location, save your money for a different one.

I really like this location of Crow's coffee, they have solid specialty drinks and drip coffee is…read morealways solid. They probably have my favorite Americano in the city, though it could be a bit stronger. One thing I would like to point out is how good their scones are, I dream about their rosemary parmesan variety at least once a day. I'm not sure if those are made in house or if they source them from somewhere, but either way they are very good and I love to snag one when I stop by to grab a cup. All the barista's are very nice and easy to talk to, and the interior of the location is very welcoming and cozy. I've started making it a Sunday tradition to go in and read from one of their lounging chairs for a couple of hours while having a bite to eat and a few cups of coffee, it's a new favorite place for me. I can't say whether or not it's a all-time great coffee spot for everyone, but for me having it so close is super convenient and nice, and the solid coffee and staff interactions make this my go to. In the future, I would love to see more of a dark roast bean be available for me to have.

I have been to Crow's South Plaza location multiple times and always had a great experience, but I…read morewas greatly disappointed by my initial visit today to the Waldo location; and it tainted Crow's entire reputation because of some horrendous customer service. Today was my first day using a cane after weeks of weaning myself off of crutches and I was moving pretty slow. As I approached the counter I was looking for a seasonal drink menu to see what unique beverage could kick-start my afternoon. I didn't see one anywhere and asked if they had any seasonal offerings from the barista. She looked puzzled and annoyed and said "here is our syrup list". I stated that I was looking for more of a seasonal drink menu or featured beverages not on the regular menu that most every coffee house offers. In an exasperated tone, she turned around and pointed at the main menu board with all the basics and replied; "This is what we serve". Wow! I politely ordered my go-to cortado for here and left a tip. I then hobbled over to the nearest table to the pick-up counter and waited. A few minutes later the same barista brought the drink to the counter, looked at me an entire 4 feet away and shouted "cortado" and walked away. Wow again! If I was in the business of customer service and receiving tips I would be damn sure to take the beverage to the customer when they're 48 inches away and the shop wasn't busy; regardless of customer mobility issues. I have never asked for a tip back, but I sure felt like it at that moment. My Cortado was tasty, but not enough to remove the foul taste in my mouth from blatant customer disrespect. In my over 200 coffee shop reviews, this is my first time giving such a low score. Adios Crow's.

This is perfect place when you need to focus with good coffee right next door. The staff always…read moremake you feel welcome and like family, so much so I wouldn't go anywhere else.

My team and I were in Kansas for meetings and could not have been happier with the experience of…read moreworking at the eCafe. The team were super accommodating with our booking, the space was perfect for our needs, it was well located and had great amenities nearby. We were able to work quietly and independently while also together in large brainstorming sessions. I would definitely recommend the eCafe as a co working space of choice!

Got a couple of drinks off the May Special…read more Manzanita for my mom because she can't get enough of matcha and I got the Only Flans with caramelo sounded real good to me. Neither of us were disappointed. The Manzanita had the apple flavor but it wasn't too strong. I'd never had flan before and it was quite enjoyable, sweet and smooth. While I waited for our drinks got to play a game of pac-man on a mini gamer. Truly unexpected treat!

When we arrived they were extremely busy with the Caffeine Crawl. So our wait was a bit long. Then…read morethe saddest thing happened, someone took my drink. Which they tried to make right, but no longer had the ingredients available for the drink I ordered. They offered to replace my drink with whatever else I wanted. Then when it was ready they also gave me a coupon to use for a future visit. Very cool!! My replacement drink was absolutely delicious, so double forgiven. Ha The shop is such a cutie, with the paintings and plants. They do have outdoor seating, but this morning was still chilly so we stayed inside.

Stopped by the Roasterie Cafe on our last trip to Kansas City. When you arrive there is plenty of…read moreparking in the parking lot across the street. The area is a bit run down but don't let that deter you from stopping in. Outside there is an old 1943 dc-3 on top of the building as a tribute coffee, aviation, and the company's roots. The plane is named after the founder's mother "Betty". It's also a nod to how the company "air roasts" their coffee. When you walk in the vibe feels industrial, aviation-themed, and cozy. I ordered a caramel latte and asked for it to be served in a ceramic. The coffee was excellent as always and this is my go to coffee shop in Kansas City. If you are in the area I highly recommend stopping in for a cup of coffee. Also, there are certain days where you can tour the factory if you are interested in that as well.

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

We checked out the Rusty Wagon on July 4th. They are close to where we are staying and I could…read moredefinitely see us coming back. The staff was friendly. They have a drive through if you don't wanna walk in. But since it was our first time, we went inside. I got the Cinnamon Brown Sugar Oatmilk and Expresso. It was pretty good, but I wish it had more cinnamon in it. My husband got the white tiger mocha. He enjoyed it.

If cozy had a zip code, it would be The Rusty Wagon tucked right off State Line Road. Whether…read moreyou're grabbing your favorite fresh-brewed cup of happiness, snagging a pastry that definitely counts as self-care, or hunting for a quiet little nook to conquer your to-do list, this place has you covered. But wait--there's more. Much more. These folks don't just pour coffee; they pour good times. Check out their event calendar and you'll find something new and exciting happening every week. Feeling lucky? Roll into Bingo Night on Thursdays, where you can pair your competitive spirit with a tasty adults-only beverage. Yes, it's as fun as it sounds. Seasonal coffees? Absolutely. Specialty drinks infused with a little alcohol-powered magic? Oh, they're calling your name--loudly. Throw in a super friendly staff who genuinely aim to please, plus a convenient drive-thru for your "I'm-running-late-but-I-still-need-something-delicious" mornings, and you've got a local gem worth revisiting again and again. The Rusty Wagon: come for the coffee, stay for the vibes.