I've been looking for a coffee shop in the KC metro area and decided to give Summer Moon a try. I…read moreordered an iced vanilla latte with oat milk, and my total came out to almost $9. Yes, $9. That's on the expensive side for a latte, so I went in with pretty high expectations. Everything about the experience was quick and efficient. The line moved fast, my drink came out quickly, and I was in and out with no issues. The shop itself seemed like a great place to sit down and get some work done or catch up with a friend. Since it was such a nice day, I decided to sit outside. My first sip immediately stood out because of the texture. It was probably the smoothest coffee I've ever had; silky, creamy, and almost pillowy on the tongue. Unfortunately, that's where most of my praise ends. The coffee itself tasted fine, but nothing about the flavor stood out, especially considering the price. I ordered a vanilla latte, but I couldn't taste any vanilla at all and got virtually no sweetness from the drink. Overall, it's not bad coffee by any means, and the texture was genuinely impressive. But for nearly $9, I expected a lot more flavor. I don't regret trying it, but I wouldn't come back at that price point.

On a nice sunny day in OPKS, choose a new spot to try. Abby was extremely patient and helpful…read moreunderstanding there menu options and sweetness categories. There's plenty of other drink options too! There's breakfast options surely you can land on- sandwiches, donuts, pastries and other hot choices. You can tell quite a lot of went into floor layout of the shop. Open design is inviting with different seating sections from front tables, couches and then toward the back more tables where it's great for remote work. Then there's the patio. It's shaded because it's on the backside. I ended up getting an iced Blue Moon Latte, Full Moon sweetness and hot moon matcha to go. Both with oat milk. Their signature sweet cream and oak coffee was good. Since I asked for light ice, it was definitely more milk so the flavor was light, just a hint. My mom liked her matcha just fine.

Great local coffee shop that offers gluten free crepes and yummy coffee and matcha. I love that…read morethey have expanded into the place next door. I saw people studying for school, meeting to catch up, doing Bible study, working on resumes etc. it's great to see so many people doing various things at a local place. The barista/order taker was friendly and answered my questions with ease. The GF crepes were tasty, my only complaint is there could have been more banana on the sweet one we ordered. We will be back!

Stepped in here to their newest location in Shawnee, (No Yelp Entry yet)…read more They have done great at converting this place into an amazing little coffee shop with a drive through. We were able to get our coffee and coffee drinks (Not pictured) with almost record time. And they were quick and friendly about it even though the staff was just learning their system. My coffee was a very delicious brew and one that will keep me stopping in!

Came nearby for an errand and decided to grab a coffee. A shopkeeper told me they make their own…read moresyrups so I was curious about trying something new. Thank goodness I did! The barista recommended the lemon marzipan syrup in a latte or matcha. I went with the lemon marzipan latte, because I don't think I have ever heard of such a thing. What a fantastic combo!! The pumpkin scone was the icing on the cake. Usually coffee shop pastries are bland, dry, or both. This was extremely flavorful, super soft, and was delicious when lightly warmed. The shop itself was cozy and trendy. The sitting spaces and decor gave an upscale ambiance. I definitely see how the space can double as a cocktail bar as well. Great stuff!

Excellent Chai Latte with Oatmilk was perfect…read more Same with the veggie burrito Definitely try this place

I am shocked that more locals do not seem to know about this place! Whether you need a place to…read moremeet up with friends for a coffee drink and some delicious baked goods, or you are spoiling the office with treats, you really need to try this place out. They've recently expanded, and it's got tons of space! It's bright and full of even more light, flaky pastries. From savory to sweet, they've got you covered! I've not tried their cakes, but they were very tempting. The staff has always been friendly and knowledgeable. Go here! You won't regret it.

Love to come to this bakery with a group or just by myself. They have a wide variety of baked goods…read moreranging from sweet to savory and I love their fruit filled donuts. Their cakes are also to die for because they tasted so light and flavorful (highly recommend the Blueberry Yogurt Cake). Their people working here are always quick and efficient and helpful if you need assistance. Nice place to treat yourself to!

Clean, open space. Welcoming baristas and they usually have a light roast drip coffee available, so…read moreI'm a fan! I don't do many espresso drinks, so I can't speak to that. Also, if you care, they serve Onyx coffee which I'd say is of solid quality , but not exactly a local offering, but that doesn't deter me. They also have some nice pastry options like "homemade" pop-tarts croissants. It's also conveniently located to my BF's place, so that is working in their favor.

Don't let the strip mall fool you, Odyssey Coffee is a great little locally owned coffee shop that…read moredeserves your attention. It often takes me a while to get to a new place, and this one had been on my list for a while. Opportunity arose when I needed a coffee shop to meet a friend at in this area and I was determined to not have it be a chain. To be honest, I was a bit nervous as I've had hit and miss luck with coffee shops outside of KCMO in terms of quality. I'm from Johnson County and currently live in JOCO, so I hate to admit that, but I think that things are really changing and for the first time since the Latte Land on State Line closed, there are now officially more than a small handful of great coffee shops on the Kansas side of the state line and this is one of them. First of all, the ambiance is inviting and calm. I did some work while I waited for my friend and it was the perfect spot for it. Since it's pretty close to home, and super close to daycare, I'm adding this to my list of places to go get some work done when I need out of the house. Also, I had an almond croissant which was excellent, and my coffee was really well made too. On top of it all the baristas were exceptionally friendly. All in all a huge win for this part of JOCO.

The selection of savory and sweet pastries was amazing and so delicious!…read more The ambiance was great! The music wasn't too loud and the aroma was a delight to the nose! (LOL) Monet's customer service was par excellent! She made sure our first experience guaranteed it would not be our last. She was helpful, kind, professional, and sweet! We didn't feel rushed to leave once we got our delectable selections and had a blast sharing and critiquing while we ate and visited. We left feeling very happy with our family lunch place selection today! Thanks for everything, see you again real soon!

Lovely bakery with good baguette, French and Korean pastries and desserts. Can walk in and grab…read moremany selections that are fresh and also order specialty cakes. We tried croissants, mochi donuts, macarons and also had a cappuccino. All was high quality, delicious and well made with friendly service and charming French cafe ambiance.

Popular coffee shop not far from home for me. Stopped by here around 8am and there was a decent…read moresized line. We came here once before years ago and I remember it being packed then too even though I'm sure it was later in the day. The line moved quickly and they gave you a number after so that you don't have to stand waiting by the counter. They bring your drinks and items out to you while you find a place to sit and wait. I had never seen that before and I really appreciated it. Their menu has upgraded since the last time I came, it's now on two large TV screens that help you read before it's your turn at the counter. They also have a sandwich board with seasonal drinks for those that are looking for something sweeter or with different flavors. I had the Banana Cabana which was my first banana coffee drink ever during this time where they seem to be popping up everywhere. My immediate reaction was that the banana flavoring is not for me. It was still drinkable though, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I don't fault them at all, it was an experimental choice on my part. Next time I will just stick with adding my own flavors to an iced latte. Plenty of seating and despite being crowded, there was a relatively low noise level. They also have plenty of pastry and food options. By the time I left I realized I forgot to order a chorizo breakfast burrito, so I will have to try that next time.

Looking for a solid coffee shop with wifi to meet up with friends, coworkers, or just to sit solo?…read morePilgrim Coffee Company may be your spot! It was recommended to me and it didn't disappoint. I stopped by on a Friday and it was crowded but not so much that I couldn't find a seat. There was actually some seating available both inside and out. I chose inside and enjoyed my cold brew with oat milk and got some work done. A couple of friends met up and they noted we were in "productive mode," so we limited the chat until our lunch break when we headed out. I'll definitely return to Pilgrim Coffee on future visits to the area!

Café Equinox inside Family Tree Nursery is such a gem. The space is cozy and welcoming, and the…read morecoffee is seriously top-tier thanks to Thou Mayest as their roaster. Huge shoutout to Becca, she was incredibly knowledgeable about the coffee and took the time to walk me through options, then helped me pick out a matcha drink that was exactly my taste. You can tell she really knows her stuff and genuinely cares about the experience. Great drinks, thoughtful service, and the perfect excuse to wander a beautiful nursery while you're there. I'll definitely be back.

Ten out of ten on the concept, but I have to admit that when you compare this Cafe Equinox in OP to…read morethe Shawnee Cafe Equinox, this one does not compare when it comes to vibes. Their other location has colorful seating, artwork, with tables & chairs woven into a forest-like wonderland of plants. This one? A table. A gray backdrop. Sure there are plants, but they're a ways away and it felt more like hanging out in a midwestern garage. The other issue that has me knocking it down some stars is that this has become THE place to get warm. Sure we have our furnaces blasting in January, or a fireplace roaring, but you know that kind of late spring, humid warm? This is usually it, but I have to say I was borderline cold on my last visit. It felt clammy and more "March spring" than "May spring." Coffee is EXCELLENT from Thou Mayest, and it's hard to go wrong. Wifi was not all that strong and ran into a few issues on a video call, but is relatively sufficient for most day-to-day work items if you choose to work from here. If it's equidistant, I would say go to the Shawnee location for sure. If this is the closest one, it's not all bad, but I would love to see some real warmth and color in here to help complete the escape-winter-energy that we all need during this cold, gray stretch.

This is a beautiful place…read more But there is a fly in the pastry section and it is sitting on all the food

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.

What an amazing find!?! I've lived in this neighborhood for nearly 15yrs... I can't believe this…read moreplace opened 3yrs ago and I'm just discovering this gem! It's tucked away in a little corporate park and I bet the businesses near by lover having access to this coffee shop. I personally could see myself coming back with friends to get a coffee and enjoy a lovely walk around the pond! The space is good. It's got lots of seating (bar height, low tops and then couches) and they have a shaded patron for those who want to soak in some vitamin D! I will say that it's a little walk up from the parking lot, but they have ada accessible sidewalks so if you have a wheelchair or stroller it's not hard to get to. It's a little confusing where to access it best from the looping parking lots, but North lot seems the most direct. Now for the best part, the coffee and food items! I ordered from their seasonal menu (in Fall it's a must) and got the Apple Butter Latte over ice. I also got a sweet treat! All their baked goods are from Aurora Bakery, so a great partnership. They also have quiche and turkey sandwiches, but it's a popular quick lunch for people so don't be surprised if they sell out on you! Lastly, the woman working was a lovely. She was friendly and warm in greeting me; and the more we chatted about the space the more she seemed excited to tell me about it. It's a level of commitment and passion that you don't always get from cafes in the areas. I'm excited to come back soon!

Seleno surprised me. This place has been getting some quiet buzz in the community and I'm always a…read morebit of a skeptic of a new coffee shop. Maybe it's the former barista in me, but I just never know what I'm gonna walk into. I was bit extra hesitant as I knew from reading reviews that this place was a bit off the beaten path, and as I routed myself there and found my car meandering through a suburban office parking lot maze I became even more nervous about my plan to work from here. All of that being said, once I got close to the coffeeshop itself I saw a sign clearly visible from the lot which was my first breath of relief. The signage is spectacular for a fairly hidden spot. Yes, you need to know it's here, but you will find it rest assured! If you don't see the sign keep hunting. The nice thing about it being in an office park is that there is ample parking. I was able to park and walk right in. The inside is modern but inviting, and at 9am I was able to have my pick of the tables. The day I was there was nice and I had my laptop so I went outside to their patio. I worked out there for about an hour and when I came inside to take a video call it was packed! I was able to snag a table and purchased a sparkling water before using their wifi (which was great!). Now to the coffee - I had a dirty chai and it was honestly wonderful. No notes. The baristas were friendly and overall I had a great time. Adding this to my list of great work spots in JOCO.