The Tastiest Cafes in Kansas City

cowboy cafe

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"Cowboy cafe is under new management, we now serve breakfast, and brunch. Cozy place, great food, friendly service,"

Sommerset Hall Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (22) • $

"I came upon this place from researching the area prior to my trip. Although I don't really watch morning shows, my interest was piqued when I noticed Sommerset won "Best Pie in America" on Good Morning America. Even Diane Sawyer wanted a pie here for her yacht on Christmas. Getting here from Topeka was somewhat uneventful. You drive through cow pastures and fields. There isn't very much around on the way here. However, I did see various animals (dead or alive) on the road, such as deer, a large rodent-like creature, and a snake. The immediate vicinity reveals that there's not much going on here, save for this institution. The coconut cream pie was what put this spot on the map. I wish I had room for other ones that I might've been interested in, such as the apple crumb pie. However, the coconut cream pie isn't all hype. The crust, while not quite as flavorful as fully buttered crusts, was quite flaky. The two layers of the pie were fantastic. The custard underneath had the right amount of sweetness and it was smooth throughout. The meringue was frothy and smooth. There was enough toasted coconut on top. Service was friendly and cordial. If you find yourself in Topeka, Sommerset is worth a side-trip."

Rockpile Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (14)

"Stopped in here for breakfast, and were very happy! Excellent service. One gal was waiting tables for the whole restaurant and was friendly & prompt still. Food came out quickly, and everything was great! I had a pancake (huge!) and split a mess with my husband. He also got an order of French toast that was scrumptious. Dad got the chicken fried steak meal with taters & gravy, and mom had the pork tenderloin. Everything was awesome! Prices on the menu include tax too, which was nice. The bar wasn't open when we were there, but I hear they've got great drink specials. Will check it out next time we're in town!"

Remnant Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (15) • $

"A great little coffee place with lots of comfortable seating. Reasonably priced drinks and a very friendly staff. I wish I had had the time to sit and enjoy it. I would definitely like to visit again when I'm in the area."

The Wooden Spoon

★★★★☆ 4.1 (439) • $

"Really nice little diner . I like that they make their own bread , they offer gluten free pancakes . The service was good . They use farm fresh eggs . You can tell by the color of the yolk they use good ingredients here . Thank you"

Extra Virgin

★★★★☆ 4.1 (596) • $$

"Our original plan was to visit during happy hour on Monday, but it was fully booked when we arrived! We ended up coming back for dinner with a reservation. All the flavors were great! Lots of combinations I wouldn't have thought of, but were delicious. Didn't have time for lots of drinks, so will be back soon. Monday they also have pizza night and half price bottles of wine. Nice ambiance. Would come back again!"

Hi-Way Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3) • $

"Exactly what a roadside diner should be. Good service, good prices, and great coffee. We've had breakfast here a dozen + times and it has always been good to very good. We will be back."

Made In KC Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (183) • $

"The baristas are always friendly and quick. The drinks are delicious - and if you need help deciding, their recommendations are spot on. There is plenty of seating - for relaxing or working."

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery

★★★★★ 4.8 (59) • $$

"I just read someone's review that stated this was an oasis and I couldn't possibly have picked a better word myself. There seems to be nothing out here off of 70, but then you pull off and there is this bright, clean, welcoming coffee joint with yummy sandwiches. The people were friendly, food was good, and did I mention it was clean? We both ordered the sunrise breakfast sandwiches (YUM). My husband got a drip coffee and I got a monthly special -- the mudhopper (dirty matcha, oat milk, with a simple syrup) -- it slapped. Would recommend to anyone looking to stop for coffee!"

Fat Bee Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (30) • $

"Heard this is the new go-to boba tea in town. Very impressed with the decor and how clean the place is. The owner is very friendly and sweet. Great customer service and good drinks.We ordered honeydew star & creme brûlée boba tea. And both are very tasty. This will be our regular spot from now on."

Dutch Country Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (36)

"I was in town for work and ate here a couple of times but most of the time I would order a cinnamon roll to go. They are delicious. Of the couple times I did actually eat here once I had a (you guessed it) cinnamon roll, the other time I had an omelet that was great. Good food, good service, clean restaurant."

Huey's on the Square

★★★★☆ 4.2 (51) • $

"Cute place! You order at the counter and then they bring it to you. There's actually so many options and the breakfast comes with so many sides and I was so so so full. It was so delicious. I got the omelette. The potatoes are amazing. Everything was delicious. The decor is funky lol but atmosphere is great. Cute place. Will come back."

Cafe Brazil

★★★★★ 4.6 (12) • $$

"Cute hole in the wall I found while looking for a place to grab coffee and work on the laptop. I was a bit hesitant upon arrival since it's located in an industrial area. The cafe's located inside Brazil Academy, a gym for jiu jitsu, etc. I was greeted by the lady who makes all the food and desserts and she is so nice!! You can definitely feel the pride she has in all the food she offers. I ended up getting some espresso and a shepherds pie with chicken and she even threw in a cheese ball for me! I'll definitely be back on a Saturday to try the main course!"

Betty's Café

★★★★★ 4.5 (46) • $

"I have not lived in St Joe for close to 7 years. But this was a great memory of my youth. I'm so glad to see that Betty's Cafe was kept in the family and they didn't change a thing. The best biscuits and gravy ever!!Still packed and still has a lot of the same waitresses I remember from several years back. They know all the regulars names and orders.If you are in the area stop in you won't be disappointed. Bring cash though they don't take plastic. Today they had a medium biscuit and gravy with sausage or bacon for $4.75! Betty's Cafe a South Side tradition!!"

Cafe Trio

★★★★☆ 4 (558) • $$$

"TLDR, go for happy hour, sit on the patio, ask for Richard.The details, this place is well known for decorating for the holidays. I had to check out the Halloween decor, random hands, creepy dolls, and a giant spider and it's web weave is way through the dining room. Even outside of the holidays, the Happy Hour is Fantastic, we did 4 small plates, a few drinks and dessert. The fried salmon bites, delivered just enough salmon flavor and a sweet teriyaki, the steak fries, perfect sized for dinner for one or to share, the Mac Daddy was my favorite, KCs top rated Mac and cheese did not disappoint. The piece de resistance was Richard, he took an already fun evening to the next level."

Precision Coffee Company

★★★★★ 4.5 (21)

"Precision recently had a change of ownership. It moved to the LifeWalk (Church) building! The previous owners had made such a great space in the original location, and I am happy to say that the new location is just as amazing. It is a chill space, with lots of room! The seating is spread out to allow for business meetings, interviews or family touch bases. Precision has always had good coffee and incredible baked goods. The new owners have all of your old favorites on the menu, but they have added some new exciting food options! I went on Friday and Saturday, and I was so impressed with the space, the service and especially the food! The new charcuterie boards are unbelievable! They have a meat and cheese option, and a fruit and dessert option. They also make these boards to go! I truly do not think there is a better lunch in Nevada. I can't wait to try their breakfast sandwiches for their lunch salads.The new owners were able to retain several of the employees who worked at the previous location, so service is already pretty darn good. Be patient, though, because there are a lot of people who are just learning, but I have no doubt they will come up to speed quickly.Thanks to the new owners for saving our beloved coffee shop. :)"

Memories Cafe

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"As a Louisiana native from the Shreveport/Bossier area, I must say that Memories Cafe NAILS cajun/creole food!!! The best I have ever had outside my boot-shaped state! Seriously! If you are ever passing through the great town of Higbee, MO, don't pass this place up! Such a warm welcome from everyone at Memories - makes me want to put down roots in this Salt-of-the-Earth patch of America! Will be back if I ever pass through again!"

First Watch

★★★★☆ 4 (133) • $$

"This place is amazing! There watermelon juice is great and so is there million dollar bacon is amazing. My favorite thing to get there though is there lemon ricotta pancakes. The ricotta adds a nice creaminess to the pancakes and the lemon curd adds a nice citrusy flavor to the pancakes. The waiters and waitresses are very respectful and friendly. And the restaurant has a great ambiance and when u walk u get see how beautiful looking the restaurant is. This is a great restaurant that I have to try at some point!"

Hometown Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (21) • $

"What a perfect spot for breakfast! We were working our way (slowly) back home to KC from St. Charles after bicycling the Katy trail and needed a spot for breakfast. We happened across this divey-looking local eatery and decided to stop. The food and service were both excellent and we met the owner who quickly identified us as non-locals. What a hoot! Prices reflect its small town pedigree, too!"

First Watch

★★★★☆ 3.8 (34) • $$

"Love this place. I have never ordered anything I did not like. I highly recommend. Love the bacon"

Cafe Tikal

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (7)

"We were initially hesitant to try a new restaurant without a full parking lot, but we entered with high hopes. Those hopes were more than surpassed. We love raving about authentic cuisine, and this spot has our full seal of approval. As we walked in, we were greeted by beautiful wall art that showcased the restaurant's dream - an instant connection. Once seated, we received warm and attentive service from Nathalia. Choosing from the menu was a challenge, as we wanted to sample a variety of the authentic offerings. We settled on Pupusas de Chicharrón con Queso, Lindo Amanecer, and Garnachas de Asada, accompanied by Limonada Natural and soft drinks. While we waited, we were served Tostadas Guatemaltecas instead of the usual chips and salsa - a delightful touch of true authenticity. When the main dishes arrived, they were beautifully presented and absolutely bursting with fresh, flavorful goodness. With each bite, my husband remarked on the similarity to the tastes of his childhood.The restaurant has ample seating and a bright, lively atmosphere. As we finished our meal, we had the pleasure of chatting with one of the owners and his wife. They shared the story behind the restaurant and the fulfillment of their family's dream. We were kindly invited to join them on weekends, when live performances, talent shows, and dancing elevate the experience to new heights and a taste of sabor Centro Americano! We encourage you to explore their diverse menu and try other dishes, as several also feature a blend of American and Mexican flavors."

Perky's Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (54) • $

"This place is amazing. Everything is good. So many choices!! Hands down best breakfast in the area."

Trail Days Cafe and Museum

★★★★★ 4.8 (29) • $$

"What an amazing experience! Came for lunch after hiking at Tall Grass Prairie. It's in the 1860 trail house with a museum and cafe. The menu comes alive with the owner walks you thru the history of the area by the foods from native Americans, to the settlers Italians, Germans etc. it's home cookin' at its best. We opted for Native American and went with bison and elk with traditional sides of butter beans, Indian bread, sweet potatoes and apple sauce to die for. We topped it off with homemade rhubarb and strawberry pie. The cherry tea was amazing too. Service was amazing and atmosphere was very unique."

La Calle 8 Cafe

★★★★★ 4.9 (9)

"If I could sum up this place in a few words it would be unique picture perfect cafe! Ordered:Iced Mocha LatteSourdough Blueberry SconeThe mocha was delicious. They add a bit of Hazelnut to the mocha which was a nice touch. The scone was moist and had a yummy lemon icing. Did I mention it was a sourdough scone!! The baristas and staff were so friendly and my order was ready so quickly. They have some unique menu items that I'm excited to go back to try, like agua frescas!"

Cortadito

★★★★★ 5 (25) • $$

"Charming and cozy, this is an amazing addition to the neighborhood. Staff is incredibly friendly and greeted customers by name when they came through the door. My co-workers had raved about their sandwiches-'they were t wrong! The Cubano was perfect. Ham, pulled pork, pickles and Swiss on a baguette. So delicious. Can't wait to try the coffee and pasties."

European Market and Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (15)

"Vey cozy place , clean and reliable. Food is excellent. They have pelmeni and others staf. They have live music on weekends. Highly recommend this place"

Corner Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (4)

"I have order door dash about 4 times in the last 10 days. Their food is very very good ! I have ordered the big breakfast, corn beef hash breakfast with eggs my eggs are always cooked to perfection on a delivery order! I love fresh fruit. .I have also had the hamburger is also great . If they have any doubts on your order they are kind enough to call you to clarify your order. All the side dishes are pretty tasty . I wish I had taken photos ..I hope u enjoy your meal ."

Fat Bee Drinks

★★★★☆ 3.5 (63) • $

"One of my go to boba places. My favorite drink from here is their brown sugar crème brûlée. The drinks are creative and taste delicious!"

54 Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (25) • $

"Always our breakfast stop on the way back from Stockton and it's a good breakfast as we head to the airport. It's been remodeled over the last few years and looks significantly better. Friendly service, good coffee, tasty omelette and all for a reasonable price. What more could you ask for out of a spot off the highway after a weekend of fishing, friends and cocktails? We'll be back."

The Roasterie Cafe - Leawood

★★★★☆ 3.9 (143) • $

"I occasionally go to the roasterie café to buy my coffee beans. I love the wide selection of beans that they have, ranging from light brew to dark brew. I personally prefer the medium brew whole beans, which are unflavored, and they have two great options. When I have visited the café before to have their coffee drinks, they were quite decent as well; however, I prefer to buy the beans lately. The café is situated in the high-end Leawood area and is a perfect spot to have besides amazing shopping stores like yeti, Apple , Fabletics , Lululemon etc. so that one could just sip their coffee and carry on with their shopping. Overall the cafe has a calm ambiance, the food and coffee beans are priced well, and the baristas are really helpful. You won't regret your visit here!"

Englewood Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (74) • $

"It's a diner and dive with great people and good comfort food. Leave room for pie or take it home for later."

Amanda's Bakery & Café

★★★★★ 4.5 (45) • $

"I was just stopping in for breakfast on a long drive from KC to Wichita. I wasn't even expecting to get a cinnamon roll but I'm glad i did. It's probably the best cinnamon roll I've had. Every inch of the cinnamon roll tasted like the center of the cinnamon roll (arguably best part). Just the right amount of frosting too!"

B & B Cafe

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"I am going to keep this review short. If you find yourself in St. Mary's, KS and you want to have one of the best burgers you've ever had, stop at B&B."

Cafecito Lindo

★★★★★ 4.7 (58) • $

"Food was pretty good! Nice spot near my house. I got the chilaquiles. It was I took pictures of their current menu since there isn't any on yelp. I forgot to take pictures of my food :( it looked to good to wait. Lol"

The Pasture Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (8)

"Farm to Fork... should say enough but it is doesn't great place with fresh food. Your eggs came from the farm the day before, family owned and supports the locals. Food is well prepared when you order it as well. "Y'all come eat as they say""