South KC doesn't have a ton of cafes so the borough really leads well in both food, drinks & hospitality. This café is owned by Diane and Roger who make amazing homestyle meals from scratch!! Each week and month they add new menu additions. The options are truly endless. You can go in for wine, coffee or chai, my favorite is that they offer all day breakfast. The space itself is very clean and stylish with their raw brick walls, and garage door optional entrance. They do offer this space for events. I've hosted a girl dinner event here and I've known them to host events like open mics, and game nights as well. I would definitely say this is a pillar of the community! read more

Today I had a bacon cheeseburger. It was pretty good. The staff are very friendly and very accommodating. And if things aren't right, they sure aim to please. With my burger I ordered a side sweet potato fries, which were really good...crispy and tasty. The ambience is really laid-back. And it being a garage at one time, it's cool to have the door open. I don't live around here, but I have visited the borough a few times since it's close to my sister's house where I'm staying while I recover from shoulder surgery from the VA. I think this place has potential. Let's see what else happens in this section of the Paseo. read more

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Super nice people. Great place for breakfast of lunch. We had a couple burritos (they are small), coffee and bagels

Good down home cooking, everything is made to order. The owners are some of the nicest kindest people you will ever meet in Kansas City. Very slept on restaurant in my opinion read more

The Borough - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I highly recommend The Borough. Rodger and Diane have created a much needed restaurant and community space in this community. It's not fancy; you order at the counter, but the food is consistently good and the place is welcoming. We schedule a retiree lunch there regularly, and I ate there three days ago. My sandwich was big enough for two meals and I had one of the best cookies (red velvet, I believe) that I've ever had. Truly. read more

Great Place with a Variety to offer to The Public: Desserts, Wine Beverages, Sandwiches: Rueben Sandwich was my Favorite. Nice Customer Service a Great Place for Community Events: Monthly Chess Tournament forthcoming: read more

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0 Stars. Breakfast burrito was hard as a brick. Croissant wit ham was over priced and plain. Nothing special. Complete waste of money. Looked very nice on the inside, food just didn't match. Never again. read more

The Borough is one of those places that you just have to root for. Located in the Marlborough neighborhood; the small multi-block row of underused or vacant buildings along The Paseo reflects a once bustling commercial area. Marlborough was once a small town in it's own right before being annexed into KC in 1947. The area has certainly seen better days, but with a business like The Borough might just be the spark to bring some vibrancy back to the neighborhood. They certainly seem to be the beacon and meeting point for the community. As soon as I walked in, I felt at home in the large space with lots of seating options, brick walls, plenty of things to look at, and a coffee, ice cream and full kitchen menu. I only ordered an iced Mocha but spent lots of time chatting with my barista about their coffee bean sourcing from Broadway Roasters and their involvement in the Caffeine Crawl. This week is their 3rd birthday and i'm really hoping that I win the guessing game so I can return soon and pick up that homemade pie they are giving away. The Borough at 80th and The Paseo may not be on most people's way anywhere, but it's certainly worth a visit to support their community spirit. read more

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Well I went here with my son in a whim based on another review one Saturday morning. We ordered breakfast burritos. As we waited I noticed someone from the kitchen walk to a large freezer in the seating area and get something out of it. Five minutes later we had burritos. From frozen not fresh. Basically we got burritos like what you'd get from any aldi's? Had they been made from and then frozen? Or were they store bought? The problem is they I couldn't tell. Someone said "no you don't go there for things like that." To which I respond then why have it in the menu if it's not great? Or good. Anyway we ended up going across the street to V's sweets and treats. I reviewed them here. read more

Love the pancakes! Very Friendly neighborhood charm. They're attentive every time I stop by.

Love this place. Cute coffee and lunch spot. I come here on lunch breaks and it's a great place to eat. Food is cheap and delicious. I highly recommend the breakfast burrito for food. For drinks any of their flavored lattes or flavored lemonades. The menu has expanded a ton since last year. You order at the bar and they serve you at the table. Service is quick too if you're in a pinch for time. read more

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Great food and tons of variety. Friendly staff that's open to feedback and suggestions.

Hey everyone, still new to KC - moved here in January with my family & still getting the lay of the land. Today, my husband & I decided to try a breakfast spot close to us called, The Borough. Right when we walked in, there was a Black man (this is important, bear with me) ordering with his wife. He was very polite, simply requesting his eggs cooked a certain way, & this young White woman taking his order seemed visibly annoyed. Yet, this same employee was extremely accommodating to us, going out of her way. I didn't even want eggs, & she offered me double ham, among other things. So we ordered & sat down. The man stepped outside to take a call. While he was out, their order came, & his wife noticed the eggs weren't prepared as he had asked. She kindly brought this to the waitress's attention, who just snippily replied, "If he has an issue with it, oh well, it is what it is - he can take it up with the cook." When the man returned, he saw the eggs & calmly brought his plate up to the register. He simply pointed to the eggs, not raising his voice at all, & asked if they could be remade. This is when the situation escalated. The waitress started yelling at him, "How DARE you have an attitude with me! I am NOT the one who cooked your food! If YOU have an ISSUE with it - you can take it to the COOK who is ALSO the OWNER & tell HIM!" The man, remaining calm, asked her why she was yelling & if he needed to record for their safety. She just went off again, shouting, "GO AHEAD & record me. We're also recording YOU & how you're acting & how you're treating ME! & we can post it ONLINE! Again, if YOU'RE having an ISSUE, you can take it up with the COOK who is also the OWNER!" So he walked over to the other counter area by the kitchen, & this very tall, lanky, older White man met him at the counter. The man showed him his eggs, & the owner's response was, "I don't know what you're upset about. It's not like I scorched the eggs. This isn't your mama's kitchen - I'm not remaking them." While this was happening, the waitress approached the man's wife sitting at their table & began to berate her, stating, "We serve the best food in this area, & we don't deserve to be treated like this. If you & your husband are going to be so unappreciative - eat somewhere else. You don't have the right to make us bend over backwards for your requests." His wife was quiet during the entire beratement. My husband & I were just stunned by what we were witnessing. When the man returned to the table with his wife, I asked if they were alright, just trying to open a dialogue. They recounted the events, & their account was entirely consistent with what we had both seen & heard. They decided to try & eat their meal. It was clear they just wanted to eat in peace. Our food arrived, & two out of three of my pancakes were significantly undercooked, the ham was barely warm, & my husband's burrito barely had any egg in it. I tried to eat the ham, but my appetite was gone. I was too focused on the hostile atmosphere directed towards the other couple. Then I overheard the waitress "venting" to this heavyset blonde woman who came out of the kitchen. She was saying, "A man came in here yesterday taking pictures of his 'ruined' order and asking to take pictures of other people's plates who weren't happy, threatening to post them - so we kicked him out. I should kick those two out too." I waited until the couple finished eating & told them about our food. I asked if they wanted me to say something & if they preferred to stay or leave before I did, because I was going to say something regardless. They wanted to stay. So I went to the front & said calmly, "Please don't get defensive about this, but we really didn't appreciate how you spoke to & treated them. It ruined my appetite & made them feel uncomfortable & unsafe." At first, she was acting like I didn't understand & if I heard her side, I'd agree with her, saying, "No, he was aggressive & yelled at me." I stayed calm & said, "No, you engaged in a microaggression where you raised your voice & tried to make him look like the aggressor." She stood up from her seat behind the counter & yelled, "I don't have to take this!" I started telling her our food was also bad, & she just turned and walked to a back room, yelling louder, "I DONT HAVE TO TAKE THIS! I DON'T HAVE TO LISTEN TO YOU!" I kept talking over her about her awful attitude. Then I told the couple to write reviews & share their experience publicly. As we were leaving, an older Black gentleman walked in, & I directly told him, "Don't eat here. They were mean & cruel to that couple because they're Black." Then we left. I think the reason she walked away from me instead of being aggressive like she was with the Black couple is because my husband & I appear White. He's Mexican, & I'm Native. If we didn't appear White, she 100% would have called the cops on us. (We just received the refund, so hopefully the couple did too!) read more

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This cozy neighborhood spot is nestled in the Marlborough neighborhood. You can get coffee, ice cream, breakfast, lunch, view art, participate in a community coloring project or just meet up and hang out. They offer milk alternatives for the coffees and hot chocolate for non coffee drinkers. The owners are super friendly. This spot is inviting and inclusive. They close early so check hours before you go. Tip: order the tots they are crispy and crunchy the outside and soft on the inside. read more

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This is such a nice spot! Good coffee drinks, multiple flavors of ice cream, handmade baked goods - all very good. The space is large for a coffee shop, but it's cozy: nice light (big windows) and it's in a quaint, quiet part of Kansas City - Marlborough. They're busy enough that I've never been the only customer there,, but i appreciate not having to stand in a long line to get a cupa! I'm remembering my last cinnamon roll and feeling the urge to head over there now! read more

This is an amazing little gem! Great food, really good coffee, and a fantastic value! They have ice cream that looks delicious that I will have to be back for, and some incredible-looking pastries! Very excited to have found this spot and can't wait to make it a regular stop! read more

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Cool lil spot... nice chairs... nice playlist... extensive coffee selection. Grilled ham n cheese was awesome! Would definitely return....

Disappointing Experience - Poor Service and Food Quality This place does not belong in the hospitality industry. A paying customer with a valid complaint about his scrambled eggs being overcooked was insulted by the server, who called him "unappreciative." The cook--also the owner--refused to remake them and smugly said, "This isn't your momma's kitchen." That set the tone. As for my own meal: my breakfast burrito was packed with bland rice and barely any eggs or beans. Given that eggs seem to be a recurring issue here, maybe they're just in short supply. My wife's pancakes were burnt on the outside and undercooked in the middle--completely unappetizing. Coffee was okay, but there are far better options in the city. I trained to work in this industry, and the inability to take feedback gracefully was truly disappointing. If you can't accept honest criticism or treat paying customers with basic respect, you're in the wrong business. read more

My friend treated me to breakfast at The Borough this week, and we had a fabulous time! Many thanks to our server, Redd--she was friendly, welcoming, efficient and walked us through the menu, answering all our questions. Her recommendations were spot-on, and she was able to modify some of the items to align with our requests. She made the effort to ensure we had a delicious meal and a lovely time there. I really felt cared for as a guest, rather than just a customer. The food was GREAT! I had the vegetarian breakfast sandwich, and it was SO delicious. The multi-grain bread was perfectly toasted, and the egg cooked just right; the cheese was melted and yummy-gooey, and the fresh spinach leaves gave a nice crisp counterpoint. The best part was the homemade tomato paste/pesto, which was REALLY tasty! We both had coffee, and it was freshly brewed and tasted as good as its aroma. The Borough also offers locally-made pastries and candies, and I bought some chocolate-coated pretzel bites to take home, which my husband devoured almost immediately and gave high praise. The Borough has a light, airy and open space; the wall of windows is really nice for letting in the light (and, I believe, in the warmer months, letting in cool breezes). The tables are set strategically so that diners don't feel isolated but neither do they feel crowded. There are bins for recycling as well as trash, and I give them high marks for their commitment to sustainability. Overall, it's a really well-thought out space. I'm so glad we have The Borough in our neighborhood! I'll definitely return frequently. It's a swell place! read more

Love this cozy little spot on the Paseo! Setting: Exposed brick walls with local art, visible kitchen, garage door windows (lots of light!), a community board, trash AND RECYCLING!! (Love). They play jazzy music, great for working on the wifi. Good coffee, a beer & wine bar, lots of food options including baked goods and then more lunchy items like burgers. Service was terrific. This might be my new favorite neighborhood spot! read more

The location was cute. The service was great, super charming staff. Really enjoyed my iced caramel latte, she added some drizzle and made it cute. Definitely recommend! read more

Excellent fare served in a homey relaxed environment by pleasant neighborhood servers. An authentic feel good community building experience.

such a fresh, open space! I love the art and the warm, welcoming feeling. The pastries and coffee, and lunch--all yummy. Easy to park, comfortable setting that makes you feel un-rushed! read more

My book club meets at The Borough monthly and it is always a good experience. I have a lot of food allergies and they have been able to accomodate them with no issues - this is a really big deal for me! I hope and expect we will keep meeting at The Borough for a very long time. read more

Try Harder ‍ Use clean gloves when handling people's food instead of touching everything on your way to the cooler. Also, cooks belong in the kitchen not blowing the smoke outside getting high read more

My husband and I went for the first time today- the place is really cute and the food was soooo good. He had the cheeseburger with fries and I had the chicken thigh sandwich with garlic aioli and tots. Everything was really tasty we would definitely go back. Liked the music they played too. They have a little coffee area and some baked goods like muffins- the muffins looked good. I'd also be interested to try the ice cream next time too. read more

Came by looking for a place to chill and work from my laptop for a few hours and it was perfect. It was great food, and great service. Will make sure to come back soon to try more :) read more

The worse service you will experience in your whole life,lets say for instance you want to change your drink the owner is so smugness rude and nasty for no reason, I came in there behind two other women but I had a phone in order they didn't, I just asked the clerk was that my order sitting there getting cold and she got smart with me for asking I was going to wait for the food anyway but I don't have to dine here and just left she turn to me and said don't come back !!! Wow, something so small led to all that,and what is worse is that older women were in the store like oh my gosh what ? and why?....if you don't want a smile or kindness go to this place if you dare . read more

Cool little spot in an unassuming neighborhood that's trying to pick itself back up. Had a good coffee and muffin before hitting road this morning. Vibe inside is good, although a little messy. Seems like they are not sure what vibe they want, but still nice to sit and chill. Seems very community oriented which is cool. Good roast on the coffee and would recommend. read more

I had the Turkey sandwich. It was simple but good. I especially liked the chocolate chip cookie. Atmosphere was great. I would happily go back. read more

Thoughtful setup, good menu selection, really good sweet potato fries, still plenty of room for improvement. The sandwich was overly salty and tasted like it could use more mayo or a special sauce. Maybe put jalapeno as an add-on, hot sauce would be nice too. Muffin tasted amateur like it was left in the oven too long so the bottom was slightly burned which I don't enjoy. Also the pecans tasted rancid and nasty, I had to pick them out and couldn't finish it. Not sure if it's a good location as the neighborhood seems like it's turning into a ghost town. Maybe this will change in the future. Also an ad-free music experience would be worth upgrading to. Seems overrated and I wonder how this place is still in business. Service was great and the people seem very nice. read more

Great spot, newly visited ,burger good, friend had B&G,good to see this venue prospering on Paseo, will head back to try Vee's pastry and deli across the street! read more

Love this little neighborhood coffee shop/food hall! Take some time to go for coffee (and skip )#^+SBX). Freshly baked muffins, cinnamon rolls & cookies plus a decent breakfast burrito! Full coffee menu (they make their own chai for chai tea lattes!). Hot & cold sammiches, tots, fries etc. Did I mention that they also have ice cream? Seriously, what are you waiting for?! read more