Dark Horse Coffee is a specialty coffee and espresso bar where exceptional coffee meets creative minds and curious consumers. When your…
1702 SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)
“Dark Horse Coffee is a specialty coffee and espresso bar where exceptional coffee meets creative minds and curious consumers. When your morning needs more than basic drip, this spot quietly upgrades the ritual with quality brews and a chill, get-stuff-done energy around Lee’s Summit.”
From the Lee's Summit newsletter, September 1, 2026
OverBoard Coffee is the kind of neighborly spot Blue Springs folks claim as their own, with locally made blends, rotating seasonal sips,…
825 NE Lakewood Blvd
“OverBoard Coffee is the kind of neighborly spot Blue Springs folks claim as their own, with locally made blends, rotating seasonal sips, and legit breakfast and lunch bites. Need more than a cup? They cater meetings and boat rides, host small events, and even run a take one leave one free library.”
From the Blue Springs newsletter, September 4, 2026
Core Coffee & Eatery is that cozy neighborhood spot where strong, delicious coffee meets light meals and tasty pastries. Swing by for a…
546 Olive St (Kansas City)
“Core Coffee & Eatery is that cozy neighborhood spot where strong, delicious coffee meets light meals and tasty pastries. Swing by for a Mexican cold brew or a legit BLT and linger, or book them for your next get-together since they also handle parties and catering.”
Between Messenger Coffee, shelves to browse, and a low-key cocktail or beer, The Fillmore Café at Unity Village is the kind of spot you…
700 Unity Way
“Between Messenger Coffee, shelves to browse, and a low-key cocktail or beer, The Fillmore Café at Unity Village is the kind of spot you settle into and lose track of time. Thursdays bring live music and open mic, Fridays are Singo, Saturdays karaoke... bring your friends and your A-game.”
From the Lee's Summit newsletter, September 7, 2026
Whether you’re craving a strong espresso or a no-fuss plate that actually fills you up, Pegah's Cafe & Coffee nails the basics with…
13109 Holmes Rd (Kansas City)
“Whether you’re craving a strong espresso or a no-fuss plate that actually fills you up, Pegah's Cafe & Coffee nails the basics with breakfast favorites, stacked sandwiches, juicy burgers and proper fries. Make it your midweek move this week when comfort food sounds better than cooking.”
Crows Coffee | Red Bridge keeps it simple with house-roasted coffee dialed in by local coffee nerds and The Baked Crow’s from-scratch…
535 E Red Bridge Rd (Kansas City)
“Crows Coffee | Red Bridge keeps it simple with house-roasted coffee dialed in by local coffee nerds and The Baked Crow’s from-scratch breakfast burritos, quiche, and pastries, plus matcha, kombucha, and easygoing seasonal sips.”
Family owned and tucked in Turner, Windmill KC Coffeehouse pours local artisan coffee with the kind of celebrative, everyone welcome energy…
840 S 55th St (Kansas City)
“Family owned and tucked in Turner, Windmill KC Coffeehouse pours local artisan coffee with the kind of celebrative, everyone welcome energy that turns a quick cup into a mood reset. Grab a latte, a sweet morsel, maybe something savory, then get back to conquering your KC week.”
Gusto Coffee Shop keeps Lee's Summit buzzing with quality coffee, a genuinely friendly vibe, and extras like a pet and kid friendly scene…
3390 SW Fascination Dr
“Gusto Coffee Shop keeps Lee's Summit buzzing with quality coffee, a genuinely friendly vibe, and extras like a pet and kid friendly scene plus community events, even a Gusto 5K. When your week needs pep and a place to catch up, this is it.”
Sugar Kittens Lees Summit is an immersive hangout with 60 ridiculously cuddly kittens under one roof, most ready for adoption. Sip from…
294 SW Blue Pkwy
“Sugar Kittens Lees Summit is an immersive hangout with 60 ridiculously cuddly kittens under one roof, most ready for adoption. Sip from 100+ hard-to-find drinks, crush a Fat & Weird Cookie, then browse kitty merch for a perfect midweek reset.”
From the Lee's Summit newsletter, September 15, 2026
Whiskers Cat Cafe & Coffeehouse pairs good coffee with quality cat time in a relaxed lounge where adoptable floofs roam, nap, and…
3705-3707 SW Trafficway (Kansas City)
“Whiskers Cat Cafe & Coffeehouse pairs good coffee with quality cat time in a relaxed lounge where adoptable floofs roam, nap, and occasionally judge your life choices. Swing by for a caffeine boost, a few whisker boops, maybe yoga or painting with kittens, and leave suspiciously smitten.”
From the Kansas City newsletter, September 18, 2026
KC’s first Latin and Indigenous coffee house and roastery, Café Corazón pours ethically sourced Latin American beans, Argentine yerba mate,…
110 Southwest Blvd (Kansas City)
“KC’s first Latin and Indigenous coffee house and roastery, Café Corazón pours ethically sourced Latin American beans, Argentine yerba mate, and even cocktails in a space that doubles as a cultural hub. Swing by for the vibe, stay for community events like Cafecitón and First Fridays, then tell your group chat.”
