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    Messenger Coffee

    4.6 (658 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Ellie B.

    Super cute coffee shop with delicious coffee! I had an iced coffee with coconut cold foam that was SO good.

    Dear Messenger Coffee, I am writing to formally raise concerns regarding both an order fulfillment issue and misleading product labeling during a recent visit. On June 1, I placed an online order for pickup. Upon reviewing my order at pickup, I discovered that several items were missing. I brought this to the attention of an employee, who acknowledged that the full order ticket had not been read. While this was concerning, a more serious issue arose later that day. A coworker of mine, who has Celiac disease and must strictly adhere to a gluten-free diet, consumed the Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin labeled "GF." Shortly afterward, he became ill. When I contacted the store for clarification, I was informed that "GF" stands for "Gluten Friendly," not gluten free. This labeling is highly misleading and poses a significant health risk to individuals with Celiac disease or gluten intolerance. The abbreviation "GF" is widely understood to mean "gluten free," and using it to indicate otherwise can lead to serious consequences, as it did in this case. At a minimum, I strongly urge your company to clearly spell out "Gluten Friendly" wherever it appears or remove the abbreviation entirely to prevent further confusion and potential harm. I am extremely disappointed with both the initial handling of the order and the response I received regarding this matter. Most importantly, this situation resulted in an avoidable illness due to unclear and misleading labeling. I would appreciate a response outlining how you plan to address these concerns and prevent similar incidents in the future.

    Dear Messenger Coffee, I am writing to formally raise concerns regarding both an order fulfillment issue and misleading product labeling during a recent visit. On June 1, I placed an online order for pickup. Upon reviewing my order at pickup, I discovered that several items were missing. I brought this to the attention of an employee, who acknowledged that the full order ticket had not been read. While this was concerning, a more serious issue arose later that day. A coworker of mine, who has Celiac disease and must strictly adhere to a gluten-free diet, consumed the Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin labeled "GF." Shortly afterward, he became ill. When I contacted the store for clarification, I was informed that "GF" stands for "Gluten Friendly," not gluten free. This labeling is highly misleading and poses a significant health risk to individuals with Celiac disease or gluten intolerance. The abbreviation "GF" is widely understood to mean "gluten free," and using it to indicate otherwise can lead to serious consequences, as it did in this case. At a minimum, I strongly urge your company to clearly spell out "Gluten Friendly" wherever it appears or remove the abbreviation entirely to prevent further confusion and potential harm. I am extremely disappointed with both the initial handling of the order and the response I received regarding this matter. Most importantly, this situation resulted in an avoidable illness due to unclear and misleading labeling. I would appreciate a response outlining how you plan to address these concerns and prevent similar incidents in the future.

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    Payton W.

    Such a vibe. Good coffee, breakfast, and bakery items. I got an iced matcha with vanilla which was amazing. The toast isn't great for the price. I also got a few of the bakery items to go and they were good! Service is good and there are so many seating options to choose from. The first level is where you order, the second has lots of seating for working, and the rooftop has seating as well. Cool location!

    Tomato basil croissant
    Natalie Z.

    Ibis + Messenger Coffee is in a very spacious building with a lot of gorgeous, natural light. No wonder that when we came in on a Monday morning, there were so many people working from the cafe. We ordered a cappuccino, a pourover, two croissants (ham and cheese and tomato basil), a chocolate chip cookie, and two loaves of bread to go (a jalapeno cheddar cheese slipper and a rosemary cornmeal loaf). We had the pastries with our coffees and saved the breads for later. The coffees were excellent; I was surprised I liked my partner's pourover since I typically don't love washed-rind coffees with "fruity" notes, but it was bright and had a strong raspberry aroma and taste without being overly sour. The croissants were disappointingly just okay. They were kind of limp and didn't have the shattering, flaky layers of the croissants I love. They probably would have been much better warmed, but sadly, there was no warming equipment. However, everything else made up for the mid croissants. The chocolate chip cookie was fantastic and had the perfect crispy edge to chewy interior ratio. We ended up eating the loaf of rosemary cornmeal bread and cheese slipper over the next week, and both were incredible. The cheese slipper is like a focaccia with more bite, covered with a beautifully charred cheese. It was difficult not to eat it all in one sitting. The rosemary bread was delicious and studded with little clusters of cornmeal inside, which made for a fun texture and pops of corn flavor. I wish I lived closer to KC, or else I'd be picking up bread and coffee from here regularly!

    Amanda B.

    This place is super busy and trendy, and when I walked in, the line was nearly out the door. Fortunately, I wasn't in a rush so I waited patiently to order. The fun part is as the line progresses, you're paraded along the pastry case, which to a bread and sugar addict, is a nearly impossible feat to resist. BUT I did it. I resisted the Peach Muffin with Cinnamon Icing and the Toffee Chocolate Chunk Cookie, amongst other mouth-watering delectables. My goal was to order breakfast -- no coffee -- and I made it all the way to the cashier, kept my eye on the prize, and ordered that Focaccia and Lox. And then ... I faltered when I heard the Summer drink menu whispering sweet nothings to me, and I could NOT resist the Mango Brûlée Cold Brew; and it did NOT disappoint. The breakfast was insanely good. The bread was fresh. The lox was fresh. The dill was fresh. I thoroughly enjoyed it, though I would've been into the bread being toasted and a lil crispier. But the portion was generous, and I was completely satisfied. All in all, I get it. This place deserves the hype. It reminds me a bit of Tartine, which started in San Fran. Next time I'm in KC, I'll be back to try more.

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    Tamia L.

    Not my first time having Messenger Coffee since their coffee is served in many coffee shops I've been to in the metro. Their full origin story, connections in the community and farm direct relationship roasting single source coffee is commendable. My knowledge on coffee has grown not just by patronizing different coffee shops and meeting owner but in traveling too. Checkout their website. This location is their flagship and space and ambiance exemplifies that. Front and center is their flagship counter and merch but also Ibis Bakery. Love the partnership where you know baked items derived. I only popped in for a latte, the seasonal sweet potato latte - syrup with fall spices blended well with the espresso. It was flavorful and just sweet enough (so the right amount of syrup for me but you can ask for a more generous pour). Both baristas were personable, patient and helpful. I was indecisive upon ordering. They encompass the entire building's three floors offering a wide range of intimacy and comfort; rooftop to relax outdoors and see the downtown area, lounge area where people can hang or work.. it's very open and plenty of natural light and on the first floor similar table - chairs seating or a quaint small plush seating near food pickup area. It's very inviting and modern! I definitely plan to go back to try one of their breakfast sandwiches and sit a spell.

    Farah A.

    If you're looking for a coffee spot with incredible vibes, Messenger Coffee Co. absolutely delivers. The atmosphere alone is worth the visit. The soaring high ceilings, tons of natural light, and a cool urban aesthetic that feels both energizing and relaxed. The electric staircase adds a unique city feel, and the space is filled with natural plants that make it feel warm and inviting. One of my favorite touches is the open kitchen where you can see the fresh, homemade pastries being prepared, it really adds to the overall experience and authenticity of the place. It's the perfect spot to get some work done, catch up with friends, or just sit back and enjoy the ambiance. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and setting, which is always a plus. While the drinks are made to order, they were a bit on the basic side and not as impressive as I expected. That said, the overall experience more than makes up for it. I'd choose this over Starbucks any day of the week. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

    Oat milk latte that tastes like oat milk with a hint of coffee
    D. M.

    I was not impressed. 20 oz oat milk latte tasted like straight oat milk. You know when you can tell from the color you immediately know your drink is bad? That was this place for me. Croissant and ham & cheese croissants were so forgettable. Empty and full of air. I really wanted to like this place. This is the 3rd I got tricked by reviews.

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    Maddy R.

    The atmosphere of this place is fabulous, especially on a sunday morning! It was super busy with every single seat taken, a long line to order, and many people waiting for their orders. But, with that being said, it was still worth the vibe. One cool thing about this place is there are 3 floors- the first one being the floor to order and grab your order, the second being a lounge area where the coffee beans are, and the 3rd being the outdoor deck area. On a nice warm day, the 3rd floor is the place to be! especially because there is a great view! So if you can find seating on the 1st floor just head on up the stairs! I got an iced mocha and it was really good, definitely not bitter. It was on the sweeter side which i prefer. I really have no complaints about this place!

    Sunrise Breakfast Sandwich
    Katie B.

    This place was very busy on game day but the line moved fairly quickly. I can see why it was so busy- the food was amazing! We ordered the breakfast burrito with bacon and the sunrise breakfast sandwich. The sunrise sandwich was a 5/5: the bread was excellent. I really enjoyed the flavor of the aioli. The sandwich was served super hot- it was very fresh. My husband gave the burrito a 4.5/5: only thing he said he would change is that it had too much bacon so the flavors weren't as balanced. It was a large burrito served with a side of salsa. It was a trendy breakfast/coffee shop that was steady busy. The staff was friendly.

    Cold brew black with light ice
    Dean J.

    Very comfortable spot to work upstairs Cold brew was light but bold flavor. Counter service was friendly

    Amanda C.

    Wow this cafe was CROWDED on a Saturday morning but the line and coffee was quicker than expected. Super large space with multiple floors and seating. Lots of plants for a nice ambiance. Ordered a matcha latte, vanilla latte, raspberry orange bread pudding, and almond croissant. Drinks and bread pudding exceeded my expectations! They know what they're doing. The croissant was also great, flaky, lots of layers, I only wish they had slightly more almond filling. Highly recommend for anyone visiting KC.

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    Great place, yummy food even though the menu was kinda confusing. Too busy to do homework/ school work. Solid coffee.

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    Best coffee in the city and the breakfast burrito was maxxed. Cinnamon rolls look amazing too.

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    Ask the Community - Messenger Coffee

    Are there sugar-free syrup options for coffee?

    I went through their Yelp page and there is no mention of Sugar Free Syrup options. So I went to their website to order online and unfortunately they do not offer Sugar Free Syrups. Sorry ~

    Is there parking?

    You can always park in Grand St., but I don't know of a private lot for Messenger.

    How is their gluten free selection?

    Hi Alexander! We cannot guarantee anything in the building is fully gluten free since we mill our own flour onsite. However, all of our breads and our croissant-based pastries are all made using a 30-hour sourdough process, which ferments out the… Read more

    Is there an elevator for patrons with wheelchairs?

    Yes , and it even accesses rooftop : )

    What is the WiFi password?

    The wifi password is "ibisbakery" and we have it posted in a couple locations around the cafe!

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    Thou Mayest - River Quay

    4.5
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    As a KC local, I love trying the variety of local coffee shops our city has to offer! I finally got…read morea chance to try Thou Mayest and they did not disappoint. With a variety of flavors (both standard and unique) there is truly something for everyone. I tried an elderberry latte and enjoyed it. I haven't seen elderberry syrup offered at other shops and it was super fun to try something new and different. The vibes inside are perfect for studying or visiting - a little dark and moody on the interior and perfect for spending a couple hours.

    Might be jaded after having spent a week at the downtown Marriott and the convention center, but…read morethis place feels like a gem of a third place, and a nice respite before heading to the airport. Eclectic decor in the older building with exposed brick walls and a fair amount of plants up front. It's a large space with a variety of seating options - maybe 4 or 5 two-tops along the windows in the front, a few large booths that could sit six each if you're cozy, 3 or 4 nooks with a mix of couches and stereotypical coffee shop seating, a larger table in the back, and some bar seating as well. The traditional coffeeshop style seating is a nice touch, and feels like a throwback to a different era, when coffee shops weren't just a ton of people on laptops. That being said, they're clearly trying to draw in remote workers and their ilk, with plentiful outlets (i.e. four outlets at the booth I sat at and I can see 4 under counter outlets for every 2 or 3 bar stools. They've also got signage at the tables encouraging sharing the larger spaces/inviting others to sit with you. Was probably a little quieter than normal since it was Memorial Day, so the sign to share the space didn't come in to play, but I appreciate the vibe and community they're trying to create. Decaf americano was fine, but it was in a paper cup which felt like a bit of a miss. They didn't ask if I wanted it for here or not, but I do see some mugs on top of the large Rancilio espresso machine (so the purists may balk it's not a La Marzocco).

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    4.4
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    I visited Hitide for the first time today and had a lovely experience. The workers were incredibly…read morenice and even wished me a good day by my name on my way out (what a great memory)! The space is very bright and cute - great for a visit to read or doodle (I did a little doodling of the shop during my visit). They even have a little shop area with some super cute and unique KC gear. I had a hot hazelnut latte and it was just okay, the flavor was pretty bland in my opinion and it was automatically served in a to go cup which bums me out. I like to sit and enjoy my coffee right there and love a good hot mug, it's part of the visit experience to me. The cute shop and incredible staff made my visit itself great overall, but the coffee could be leveled up a bit. Nonetheless, I would visit again :)

    So the place itself was very cool and I loved the decor and ambience! However, the wait was a lot…read morelonger than I normally experience grabbing a coffee. I do appreciate the good quality though and thankfully had some time to kill. It isn't a place I would go if I was in a rush, but it great place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere. There wasn't a line when I went in, but there were quite a bit of people seated around. I got an iced hazelnut oat latte that tasted great. Next time I'm in the area I will definitely bring my laptop and hang out.

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    Matcha Latte, HITIDES sticker, Mr. D's donuts
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    Inside counter and display
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