Calftown Coffeehouse

432 S 8th St, Quincy
(217) 214-7953

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Kari Vradenburg

Atmosphere is little crowded with decorations but other than that it is a very cute little café

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

A. P. Luparell

Love this place. Feels like home. Calftown Coffeehouse is a community staple. I have been a regular here for the past year, but it feels like longer.

Margarita is one of the friendliest people to walk the earth. Bill knows a ton of interesting local history. They both are extraordinarily compassionate and have keen senses of humor. Their passion for what they do is evident.

Their open mics at 7 pm on the first and third (and fifth) Thursday of each month is family-friendly and the audience is consistently the most welcoming and respectful I have ever seen. Travis Hoffman, a local musician and co-host of the podcast Wild Quincy, runs the sound and performance area. He also performs covers and originals. He hosts open mic with grace and flexibility. If you love music, poetry, and comedy, but don't want to go to a bar to experience it, this is where you want to be. I tend to feel a renewal of spirit at open mic. Sometimes I perform, and sometimes I just sit and enjoy while sipping tea or crocheting something. It's a wholesome, peaceful vibe.

They have vegetarian options as well as gluten-free options for sandwiches and wraps. Occasionally, Bill makes gluten-free pastries. I had a piece of gluten-free coffee cake there that was perfect.

They display and sell paintings, books, and artisan goods from local creators. Margarita can tell you anything you want to know about every piece on their walls and shelves.

If the State Street Theater is open for an event, Calftown usually is, too.

Check 'em out! They got awarded 2024 business of the year for plenty of good reasons!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Egg Sandwich

Kaity Butterfield

Amazing coffee, I had an iced mocha and it was the best I’ve had in a long time! Food was amazing and it was super kid friendly. I couldn’t believe they weren’t busier when we were there. Very cozy vibe. Will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dylan Bruner

Great place for families and kids. Extremely tasty food and beverages. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jesse Owens

Customer service 👍
Great food
Cool atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Egg Sandwich

Chris Johnstone

We discovered this gem of a coffee shop during a weather induced stopover in Quincy on our way from Chicago to Oklahoma City. The proprietors, Margarita and Bill, were warm and welcoming and regaled us with tales and history about Quincy, Mark Twain and the surrounding area. The coffee was excellent as was the food and we were charmed to have found respite there when most other shops were closed due to the weather! The decor was homey and rife with green plants and local art. We will come again!

Brian Sutter

Great atmosphere, very friendly service, and the drip coffee was excellent. Lots of good breakfast sandwich options on the menu, and the one I had (the A.C.) was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Breakfast Sandwich

Nickie Schoelen

Was my first time going here. I absolutely loved everything about it. I also love the fact that they have toys and books so you are able to bring your children with you. I will be going back again..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee

Skip Bright

Had a breakfast croissant this morning, unique, delicious and creative! As I was leaving I was offered a to-go cup of their excellent coffee

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich

Dawn Maynor

Calftown Coffeehouse is such a treasure tucked away in a historic German district in Quincy. The cafe is filled with eclectic 1950s - 1970s furniture in bright asthetically cohesive colors. Your seating options range from vintage kitchen table and chair sets to comfy mid century couches. The atmosphere alone makes this the perfect place to meet up with friends or colleagues, work on your laptop, or just read a book.

The food is equally as pleasing. Drinks include coffee and tea options and food varies with light meal options like sandwiches and salads. The homemade cookies are absolutely to die for and I'm pretty sure they're made fresh every single day.

The coffeehouse also features books for sale from local authors and there are a few small Waldorf-type toys to keep the kiddos busy. They have events including open mic nights and special exhibits/speakers- which is such a nice treat to find in a small city like Quincy.

What really makes this cafe shine though, is the unbelievable customer service. Always friendly, welcoming, truly giving a feel of "anyone is welcome here". It's quiet, quaint, calm- everything a busy work-from-home mom dreams of in a public workspace. What draws me here over and over again is the fact that they truly make a point to make every customer feel welcome. I'm just so happy a place like this came to Quincy. They are, in my opinion, one of the best eateries in town.

Parking: There is street-side parking in front of the cafe and a gravel parking lot in the back.

Kid-friendliness: The cafe is very welcoming to kids. They have some easy kids friendly snacks (ahem, homemade cookies). There are also a few small kids toys including an adorable little wooden dollhouse, to play with.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee

Margarita Oguilve

Grilled Chicken Salad Sandwich- Yummy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bart Casper

Loved the vibe of Calftown Coffeehouse. Service, food and coffees were all excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich

Dawn Maynor

Calftown Coffeehouse is such a treasure tucked away in a historic German district in Quincy. The cafe is filled with eclectic 1950s - 1970s furniture in bright asthetically cohesive colors. Your seating options range from vintage kitchen table and chair sets to comfy mid century couches. The atmosphere alone makes this the perfect place to meet up with friends or colleagues, work on your laptop, or just read a book. The food is equally as pleasing. Drinks include coffee and tea options and food varies with light meal options like sandwiches and salads. The homemade cookies are absolutely to die for and I'm pretty sure they're made fresh every single day. The coffeehouse also features books for sale from local authors and there are a few small Waldorf-type toys to keep the kiddos busy. They have events including open mic nights and special exhibits/speakers- which is such a nice treat to find in a small city like Quincy. What really makes this cafe shine though, is the unbelievable customer service. Always friendly, welcoming, truly giving a feel of "anyone is welcome here". It's quiet, quaint, calm- everything a busy work-from-home mom dreams of in a public workspace. What draws me here over and over again is the fact that they truly make a point to make every customer feel welcome. I'm just so happy a place like this came to Quincy. They are, in my opinion, one of the best eateries in town.

Joanie Becker

Such an amazing coffeehouse! Our band was playing at the venue next door and we stopped by to eat. All 4 of us absolutely loved our meals! Thank you for staying open late to accommodate everyone!

The Wurst Bavarian Band

The coffee and two Good Egg sandwiches helped to set two of our members on the right path last Saturday!

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