50 Best Cafes in Kansas City

1 Kitty's Cafe

4.7 Superb 253 Reviews

810 1/2 E 31st Street, Kansas City

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“No words to describe the feeling I got when I took my first bite of the burger a double stack me. Brothers to my eyes because my late granny, just passed recently, make her burgers exactly like these burgers brought tears to my eyes and joy to my soul! So thank you Katie for giving me that wonderful feeling that I haven't had in a long time and a wonderful male and taste that was oh so familiar. Play old fashioned burgers made like our great Ernie's and grandmas used to make.”

2 Mildred's Food + Drink

4.6 Superb 382 Reviews

1901 Wyandotte Street, Kansas City

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“Stopped here for breakfast before leaving KC - so worth it! The cinnamon roll, gooey butter cake, and breakfast hash were delicious! This place was highly recommended and I can see why. The hot mocha latte I got was great too! The place was packed and busy but they weee FAST on getting food and drinks out.”

3 Messenger Coffee Co. + Ibis Bakery

4.5 Superb 560 Reviews

1624 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City

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“Pleasant visit. Enjoyed our coffee on the rooftop patio which made for a fun experience, employees were kind and helpful.”

4 Big Momma's Bakery-Cafe

4.8 Superb 241 Reviews

4707 Bannister Rd B, Kansas City

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“Amazing food and service!”

5 Friendly Bean Coffee

4.8 Superb 243 Reviews

420 Northeast Barry Road, Kansas City

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“Been coming to this coffee shop for over 10 years :) amazing coffee with the best espresso! Their food/sweets are also very yummy. My fav coffee place yet. The people working are always so kind and never have to wait too long for my order. They have some good prices too”

6 PH Coffee

4.7 Superb 201 Reviews

2200 Lexington Avenue, Kansas City

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“This place is the jewel of the neighborhood and of KCNE. Here, not only good things happen, but they are possible because of the owner’s mission of creating a place for making dreamers’ dream a reality. From providing a space for yoga, meditation, selling crafts, singing, delicious healthy food and drinks plus all his employees are happy people and soon greet you by name. Vegans and organics are safe here too. Without PH Coffee the Art Garden would not have had the necessary support and resources it needed to start and grow. Thank you Eric!”

7 Mildred's Food + Drink

4.6 Superb 322 Reviews

908 Baltimore Avenue Ste 103, Kansas City

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“Stopped here for breakfast before leaving KC - so worth it! The cinnamon roll, gooey butter cake, and breakfast hash were delicious! This place was highly recommended and I can see why. The hot mocha latte I got was great too! The place was packed and busy but they weee FAST on getting food and drinks out.”

8 Equal Minded Cafe KC

4.9 Superb 305 Reviews

4327 Troost Avenue, Kansas City

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“This Cafe has a great vibe. It's a wonderful place to dine in. Today I had the jalapeño Ruben and honey lavender macha. Delicious 🔥💯”

9 Mid-Continent Public Library - Woodneath Library Center

4.7 Superb 124 Reviews

8900 Northeast Flintlock Road, Kansas City

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“This is hands down my favorite library. I would even come alone to just sit and read or work on homework when I was in high school Now that I have kids I love taking them to the children's area for story time, computer games, their weekly scavenger hunt, and it's enclosed enough I feel comfortable just sitting and reading nearby! The coffee is fantastic too!”

10 Urban Restaurant

4.7 Superb 267 Reviews

3420 Troost Avenue, Kansas City

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“Great Chef Quality food 👌🏿 😋 Shrimp & Grits my Absolute Favorite 😍”

11 Dragonfly Tea Zone

4.5 Superb 348 Reviews

409 Main Street, Kansas City

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“Ran across this place and the smoothies were delicious so refreshing definitely recommend”

12 The Classic Cup Cafe

4.5 Superb 365 Reviews

301 West 47th Street, Kansas City

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“Excellent in every respect!!!”

13 The Lunch Box

4.5 Superb 277 Reviews

1701 West 9th Street, Kansas City

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“The Lunch Box is definitely worth checking out! I’m in town for work and decided to give them a try on my first day. I’ve been eating there ever since! 😂 Everything I’ve tried has been amazing, from the Cowboy Burger and tots to the Train Wreck Breakfast and breakfast burrito, Cobb salad and the chicken salad…You really can’t go wrong! The customer service has been great every time, the restaurant is very clean, and the portion sizes are generous for the price. You definitely get your money’s worth. If you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. Great food, great service, and great prices. It’s worth the drive, trust me! You won’t be disappointed!”

14 Thou Mayest - River Quay

4.5 Superb 286 Reviews

412 Delaware St B, Kansas City

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“We enjoy Muffins and Coffee with our dog ( Woody) in a quiet area…loved the music selection…”

15 Gigi’s The Vegan + Wellness Cafe

4.9 Superb 196 Reviews

1103 Westport Road, Kansas City

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“Gigi provides the healthiest most organic and tastiest food in Kansas City at this moment in time. If you use your free will to purchase from other similar well-meaning vendors, you may be missing out on a lot of organic ingredients that could cost you a lot more than mere money down the line... Support Gigi’s Vegan + Wellness Café as much as you can make it up there.”

16 Spokes Coffee|Cafe

4.5 Superb 138 Reviews

1200 Washington Street Ste B, Kansas City

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“In town for a conference at the Convention Center. Hands down the best coffee I had in KC. Went there three days in a row! Also got the breakfast burrito and Chicken Salad Sandwich. Both were exceptional. Spacious inside with a nice vibe. Barista was also super nice too.”

17 Pura Vida Açai Café

4.5 Superb 115 Reviews

6203 Northwest 63rd Terrace, Kansas City

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“if I could give it 10 stars I would. The product itself is unique. Delicious ..The environment is fun.. you'll never eat that crap at any other place referring it as açaí '”

18 Thou Mayest - Nelson-Atkins

4.5 Superb 118 Reviews

4525 Oak Street, Kansas City

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“My daughter and I just visited last Friday! It was wonderful! We had some of the best interactions with all of the staff. I could’ve stayed in the Egyptian exhibit all day!”

19 Banksia Bistro - Downtown

4.4 Superb 288 Reviews

Cnr 12th & Main, 1183 Main Street Suite 120, Kansas City

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“Amazing food and awesome service. We stumbled on it for brunch (the ricotta hotcakes were amazing), and ended up going back for dinner the next day. We had the Kangaroo loin, which was delicious!”

20 The Roasterie Brookside Café

4.4 Superb 236 Reviews

6223 Brookside Boulevard, Kansas City

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“I LOVE it here. The baristas are always so sweet, and the coffee is always delicious. I highly recommend the honeycomb latte. The ham and cheese croissant and the everything bagels are delicious as well. A little pricey but worth it. Great people all around.”

21 One City Café at Bishop Sullivan Center

4.7 Superb 24 Reviews

3936 Troost Avenue, Kansas City

“5/20/2026: I went thru here with a friend of mine cuz we was both hungry and had no money, and we wasn't wanting to steal food or do a dine and dash lol It was actually rather good for a soup kitchen and the service was great. By the time we had arrived there wasn't a line of people waiting to get in and the actual dining room wasn't too packed either. Would definitely go back again”

22 Cafe Sophia

4.7 Superb 25 Reviews

3100 Broadway Boulevard, Kansas City

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“The restaurant is in a warehouse type building but a lot of effort has been put into giving it a cozy feel. Once more people discover how good the food is, the place should fill up and be more appealing. The food was delicious, portions large, and service friendly and efficient. We were just passing through and if we ever come back to the area, we will hope to dine there again.”

23 André's Chocolates

4.7 Superb 374 Reviews

5018 Main Street, Kansas City

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“Breakfast menu had a good variety. I had the breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. We also had 4 different pastries to sample…all amazing and fresh. Coffee drinks were also perfectly made. Fast and efficient service. Would come back!”

24 Thou Mayest Coffee Roasters

4.4 Superb 75 Reviews

5500 NW 40th Street, Riverside

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“YUMMO ☕️. Best coffee we have ever had.”

25 Press’d Cafe and Lounge

4.4 Superb 58 Reviews

509 Delaware Street Suite 101-102, Kansas City

“Love stopping in for something quick! The Island Glow smoothie is so good and the Pacific wave toast is wonderful. The workers there are also so friendly! Tina is so friendly and I always look forward to coming whenever she is working the register! The vibe and decor is so cute and comfy too definitely transports you onto that tropical island that doesn’t exist in the Midwest lol.”

26 Extra Virgin

4.6 Superb 700 Reviews

1900 Main Street, Kansas City

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“we had a great experience I'll definitely be back!”

27 Café Corazón

4.7 Superb 249 Reviews

1721 Westport Road, Kansas City

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“When i’m traveling i always hunt for local coffee shops and i found Cafe Corazon—Cute cafe and the selections of food were good, i ordered Matcha latte and Beef empanadas and they were so good and i had to come back the next day to order the same before my flight🤭😋 If you’re looking for a good Coffee shop i highly suggest try this place❤”

28 Cafe Primo

4.4 Superb 14 Reviews

3200 North Ameristar Drive, Kansas City

“We visited on a Saturday morning, and our server Cathy was amazing: 5 stars, 2 thumbs up, all the things!!! That sweet lady ran from table to table to table, she even had one of 28, while other servers had a handful of tables. The host did nothing to help support Cathy. As far as we could tell, he was seating, people and once in a while clearing a table. We got seated quickly bu our wait time for drinks and food was long. No one but our server seemed to be able to fill coffee, get more silverware (why didn't the host take care of this when we were seated?). These negatives were not because our server was not capable. The food was great but management there needs to make sure that all staff is supported and that it is evident that everyone is there working toward the same goal. 5 stars for our server. Bacon cooked just the way I like it - not overdone. Over medium eggs were a little under done. Great coffee! Support staff really made the atmosphere tough.”

29 Front Range Cafe - Waldo / Brookside

4.3 Superb 186 Reviews

400 East Gregory Boulevard, Kansas City

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“Great Coffee!! Cute bears outside!”

30 PT's Coffee - Power & Light

4.3 Superb 172 Reviews

1310 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City

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“PT’s Coffee is a wonderful neighborhood coffee shop. Very friendly, great conversations with people in the neighborhood, and their coffee drinks are delicious. Definitely the coffee place you want to support. I really enjoyed my breakfast there, and will go back. My personal score a 4.9.”

31 Goat Hill Coffee & Soda

4.3 Superb 127 Reviews

811 West 17 Street, Kansas City

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“Excellent!”

32 Spokes Coffee|Cafe

4.3 Superb 79 Reviews

1007 Main St, Kansas City

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“Spokes was a lifesaver during my recent trip to Kansas City. Eric and the rest of the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.The cafe itself is an absolute gem. It has a comfortable, inviting atmosphere that gave me the perfect place to hang out while I waited on my hotel room to be ready. Whether you choose a cozy armchair or a spot at a spacious table, there's a perfect place to relax and get some work done.But the true stars of the show were the coffee and the food. My Americano was rich, flavorful, and brewed to perfection. Exactly what I needed to kickstart my day. And let's not forget the incredible club sandwich!By the time I was ready to check into my hotel, I felt refreshed, productive, and most importantly, welcomed. If you find yourself downtown Kansas City, do yourself a favor and head to Spokes. You won't be disappointed!”

33 Cafe Nerman

4.3 Superb 18 Reviews

4415 Warwick Boulevard, Kansas City

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“Such an awesome place at KCAI - great food, great service, can't be beat!”

34 Westport Cafe

4.6 Superb 474 Reviews

419 Westport Road, Kansas City

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“Lovely spot. Cozy and charming atmosphere, creative, delicious dishes and brilliant cocktail selection. I look forward to coming back on my next adventure to KCMO”

35 WW1 Museum Café

4.2 Good 15 Reviews

Unnamed Road, Kansas City

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“FANTASTIC MUSEUM! My daughter and I are both history nuts and love this place! The staff members are very knowledgeable and are so sweet! It was my first trip and I could’ve spent 2 or 3 days in here and still wouldn’t have viewed everything. The sweetest man stopped us as we were exiting and asked us if we saw the letter of the luckiest human ever. Of course we didn’t, we had overlooked it. He took us back in and showed us a letter of a soldier who entered and exited service on the same day…just hours apart. This gentleman loved his job and it showed! We will be back, time and time again!”

36 Cafeteria

4.0 Good 39 Reviews

2316 East Meyer Blvd Entrance A, Kansas City

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“I think research is decent but I will say the charge nurse Lauren is rude and hostile ! Slamming doors in visitors faces and talking to visitors extremely rude. 0/10 I don’t recommend her !”

37 The Ox Cafe & Bakery

4.2 Good 72 Reviews

1600 Genessee Street, Kansas City

“The french dip is shaved prime rib!!! It was great. Very good atmosphere and nice staff!”

38 Herbalife NEWVISION NUTRITION KC

4.9 Superb 88 Reviews

6306 North Chatham Avenue, Kansas City

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“Great prices, deals and friendly staff. Love the new vibes.”

39 First Watch

4.6 Superb 376 Reviews

1022 Westport Road, Kansas City

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“Everything was amazing, but our waitress was the best part! She was so friendly & knowledgeable & her smile brighten our day!!! Her name is China, I would recommend going just to see her!”

40 Sam's Club Cafe

3.3 Good 11 Reviews

8130 North Church Road, Kansas City

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41 Donutology

4.2 Good 294 Reviews

2450 Grand Boulevard Suite 121, Kansas City

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“We had a great time at Donutology in Westport! Delicious, fresh, choose-your-own-toppings, kid-friendly. Hardworking staff, friendly, great atmosphere. Will be back!”

42 GRANDE COFFEE & MARKET

3.5 Good 15 Reviews

The Manhattan, 700 East 8th Street Unit 100, Kansas City

“I stopped into Grande Coffee and Market today and was so glad I did. Ricky made me one of the best hot vanilla lattes with oat milk I’ve ever had—smooth, balanced, and just the right amount of sweetness. The shop itself has a lot to offer: great coffee and tea, smoothies, fresh breakfast pastries, and even convenient store items like toiletries and pantry staples. The space is charming with a big common area, comfortable lounge chairs, and a genuinely welcoming feel. It’s the kind of place you can grab what you need, enjoy a quality drink, or just settle in and relax. Definitely a new favorite spot.”

43 Succotash

4.5 Superb 588 Reviews

2601 Holmes Street, Kansas City

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“Good food, good price, great service”

44 PT's Coffee - Crossroads

4.6 Superb 215 Reviews

310 Southwest Boulevard, Kansas City

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“Great coffee, great food and excellent customer service!”

45 Cafe Trio

4.5 Superb 500 Reviews

4558 Main Street, Kansas City

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“Amazing food and staff. Will definitely be going back.”

46 First Watch

4.5 Superb 418 Reviews

8758 Northeast 82nd Terrace, Kansas City

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“This was the best breakfast and service I’ve had in years. If you have not tried this restaurant you need to. Absolutely delicious. Our server, Riley, was so wonderful and attentive. Can’t express how awesome it truly was.”

47 Over There Cafe

3.9 Good 88 Reviews

2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City

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“Amazing!! What a place to relax and take a break from walking around the Museum. Food was fantastic, Staff was inviting and extremely friendly! A must if your from out of town. If you are from Kansas City you have to make this a regular stop for a bite to eat. Kudos!!”

48 XR

3.8 Good 68 Reviews

2101 Central Street, Kansas City

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“Absolutely outstanding experience at XR! From the moment I arrived, the service was warm, friendly, and attentive without ever being over the top. The food was exceptional. The meatballs were packed with flavour, perfectly cooked, and easily one of the best starters I’ve had in a long time. The Thai chicken salad was fresh, vibrant, and beautifully balanced with just the right amount of spice and crunch. The combination of fantastic food, excellent service, and a great atmosphere made for a memorable meal. I’ll definitely be back and would highly recommend XR to anyone looking for a great dining experience in Kansas City.”

49 Made in KC Cafe - Downtown

4.5 Superb 308 Reviews

1114 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City

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“Wife and I love this place. It a last stop for a date night for us. It’s open late, great location, good pastries 🥐 and a flavorful cup ☕️ We love the atmosphere and the service.”

50 UMKC Dining Services

3.9 Good 53 Reviews

Kansas City

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“Enjoyed sit down lunches twice in UMKC Pierson in last 2 months. Includes chicken breast with Dijon mustard or sliced roast turkey, with soup, fresh green salad, mashed potatoes and 2nd time with mashed sweet potatoes. Finished w cheesecake drizzled w raspberry sauce. 2nd lunch finished w chocolate cake!”