Wow!! Came here with my son during mom's weekend. What a great spot!!…read moreWe went on Saturday morning and the place was packed, but the line went fast. All of the staff was super friendly and the coffees were fantastic. I got a basic drip coffee with skim milk, but what took it to the next level was their house-made syrup. I did a mix of vanilla and caramel. The store itself is so cute and surprisingly huge with both indoor and outdoor seating and multiple floors. I will definitely be back.

Great coffee, breakfast was good for their vibe. Line out the door speaks for itself. Service was…read morequick and felt a lot like moving people through the line was priority.

I think my favorite place I got coffee while in Columbia for T/F. Feels hidden and tucked away,…read morewhich is fun, but then the inside is surprisingly big! I sat in a comfy chair to warm up from the cold outside (even tho i got a cold brew...) for a bit between screenings. Restrooms for paying customers only, and you gotta ask for the code to the door.

Nice cozy place. However, I will admit that we came during MU's Spring break and I imagine it…read moredifferently during normal times. I can see this as the place to hang or study. It's a little hole in the wall with decent coffee and I really thought had the best dirty Chai I've had in a while. The barristas were friendly and polite, but one forgot to serve the coffee I ordered. She may have forgotten or got distracted, but the service was still good.

Cool local spot. Got the latte. Would be real busy during school year. Came during Thanksgiving so…read moreit wasn't busy at all. Great place to hangout and work.

* editing to add I finally got refunded, they did not respond any further or apologize but I…read moreappreciate that they finally made it right. definitely solidified that I am not coming back though. Shortwave has declined steadily over the past year or so. I used to like them as a decent option with pretty good espresso, not my fave but if you got a solid barista it was a pretty good experience overall. not the case any longer, as the last 3-4 times (spread out over a few months) I have gone it has been worse each time. the espresso is burnt, the steaming if you get a hot drink is usually subpar, and one time I got their beans and they quite honestly already tasted pretty flat and old (off-gassed for 24-48 hrs before use). now here's my biggest frustration, and why I'm done going for good. I had not complained the last few times, even though my lattes or cortados were consistently not great. this time, I got a latte with their autumn spice as last year I had liked it a lot. the espresso was so burnt it genuinely tasted like charcoal, the drink was terrible. I had already left, so I emailed their customer service email which they encourage at the bottom of their receipts if anything is unsatisfactory. they tried to insinuate it might be me not liking the autumn spice syrup, which is quite honestly felt quite undermining. then they essentially dropped off the grid with no offer of a refund. receipts of this email thread attached below. I genuinely should've stopped wasting money on them a while ago, but was overly hopeful that a barista was having a bad day/bar wasn't dialed in properly. this was a very sour end to my patronage at Shortwave.

Great coffee and an even better atmosphere. With both indoor and outdoor seating overlooking a…read moresmall lake, it's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a peaceful setting.

I stopped here whilst traveling and desperate for a good cappuccino I Was exhausted and upset after…read morea horrific night at a Hilton hotel. Not only was the coffee great but when I got in my car I noticed the bag had a message see photo it literally made me smile and tear up.

Amazing pastries! I absolutely loved their classic cookie and blueberry scone. The blueberry was so…read morestrong in flavor that made the pastry perfect. They offered plenty of savory goods as well including bagels. Service was friendly but they did forget my friend's order for a while, when all he ordered was a black coffee. So we had to remind them twice. They have a drive thru which is also convenient. Otherwise plenty of parking in a huge lot. The coffee is good. I got the adult chocolate that was served iced. Too sweet for me but most of their drinks are on the sweeter end. Inside is cozy and has a nice warm setup. Lots of seating.

Stopped at The Grind on my way home from a business trip. Mid-afternoon on a Thursday there was…read morenobody else in the drive through line. A few seasonal specials were offered (looked yummy). The drive through attendant wasn't the friendliest person I've encountered - no major issues, but was just straight to the point. The wait between ordering the smoothie and receiving it was a few minutes longer than other drive through coffee shops, but I wasn't in a hurry. Smoothie was pretty good - creamier than comparable coffee shops in KC area. I was a little bummed that they charged 50 cents for water when it was an add-on to a purchase. I know it's just 50 cents, but I wish they would tell you before charging you so it isn't a surprise on your receipt. I'll probably stop here again and try one of their espresso drinks. Looks like a fun spot.

Quiet morning stopped in about 7:30am with my daughter for a quick treat. No wait. Service was…read moreperfect. Almond croissant and Cardamom cake were both delicious. Took the oat milk chai to go because it came out hot! Love the elegant decor that creates an intimate environment. Kudos!!

A great breakfast option in Columbia! This was some of the best coffee I've bought from a cafe in a…read morereally long time. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the options but I tried the Samoas latte and it was amazing! To eat I had the spinach quiche. I really enjoyed the crust and it was so good I had to order a second one before I left. My sister had the avocado toast. The pickled onions were a nice touch! Would definitely recommend for locals or anyone visiting.

This place is a little oasis of goats and big plants and happy people and excellent coffee. That…read morecoffee, yum. We ordered a bunch of lattes for the two of us to sustain us through the 600 miles of driving the day would bring. The crew brought them up quickly and cheerfully, making conversation while still getting the assignment done prontissimo. Super cute environment, wood furniture, up cycled old chairs, lush plants and adorable goat themed art. I would go there in a heartbeat just to hang out. If I had one quibble it would be that the lattes didn't have much foam on them. But the quality of the coffee was excellent. They roast in house and they don't use over-dark roasts for their espresso. Well done Toasty Goat!

Solid and flavorful fresh roasted coffee. The staff seems upbeat and it's always a pleasure to…read morestop here when I am in town. It your hungry try one of their sweet breads, they are a slice of heaven.

While in Columbia, and needed some coffee and a place to hang out while we waited for our table at…read morethe restaurant down the way. My husband and I happened to waltz in during their happy hour, and must have got the roasted blend drip that was made hours before, and the most obvious reason they had it at a discount price. It's a hair above office coffee taste, and did the job to get me awake. The space is a bit small, and the customers were quietly studying, but the baristas were a bit too chatty.

So slow!! Especially when you order ahead on their mobile app. This is not the 1st time I've waited…read more20-30 minutes for an order after arriving at the store anticipating that I can grab my order and go. Recently I ordered a sandwich and iced coffee via the mobile app at 3:30 pm. Arrived at the store at 3:40 to find a note that said "see barista". After standing in line, I was informed that they were out of lettuce and tomato. After confirming I still wanted the sandwich, they proceeded to take another 20 minutes to make it. I left the store at 4:00, realizing later I never got the side with my sandwich either. Mobile ordering is supposed to cut down on wait time in the actual store :/

Nice little coffee spot with lots of space. Enjoyable atmosphere and friendly staff. This place got…read morepacked while we were visiting and unfortunately one of the groups was rather impeding and rude which damped our experience a bit but that is not a reflection of the cafe. Overall, the food came out quickly and was tasty but lacking a little seasoning, the drinks were hot with sweet little notes on them. And the staff was awesome and kind. I would love to see a little pop of color in the building, it felt a little drab - they have lots of space for potential though! We handpicked this place because of the photos of all the windows and natural light and were disappointed to find all the blinds were drawn, so it just felt kind of dark and tight. Some ambiance music would be great too - we noticed there are several musical instruments and a stage so maybe there's live music nights or something similar that I am unaware of? It's a nice place to visit, and I think a few tweaks would really set this place apart!

Excellent establishment! Walked over while truck is getting…read morean oil change at local dealer. Pleasantly greeted by a lovely young lady who assisted me with my first introduction to their menu of breakfast goods. Ordered the egg wich with the scrumptious scone and a simple coffee with milk! So good!

The place was highly recommended and I thought I was in for something really special. Sadly it was…read moredisappointing. When I called on the phone Gavin was very helpful and patient as I have dietary restrictions. I ordered a soup that was vegan and gluten free ( Beet, Apple etc) and I ordered what I thought was a nice green salad only to see Parmesan sprinkled all over it even though I was clear that I was gluten free and dairy free. They took out the croutons but not the cheese. Gavin apologized and did a refund but i was surprised that he didn't offer to make things right but offering me something else as it wasn't my mistake and I had to drive all the way back to return the salad to get a refund. I don't blame him at all and I was wondering if this is managements policy ? Again I don't wish to knock Him at all as he was super busy at lunch time and mistakes do happen. My review is directed at Management.

I really liked it overall. Only a less than 5 star because it is counter service day and night and…read morepricing seems a little high for that. Overall: good food and drinks