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    Core Coffee

    4.5 (35 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Dogs allowed
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    Tamia L.

    Go where everybody knows your name! Quaint modern cafe in Pendleton Heights neighborhood has a warm inviting feel. Above the doorway confirms it, " Enter as Strangers. Leave as friends. Tried a 16 oz caramel latte and Avocado Toast added grilled salmon and scrambled eggs!! Cafe drink needed more caramel for me but the coffee taste was good. Loved! Loved the avocado toast. And it was toast! The salmon and eggs just the right add ons. You have choices!

    Good bacon, egg, cheddar with chipotle mayo breakfast sandwich.
    Marie M.

    I had this coffee shop on my radar since I had seen it listed any time I conducted a search for coffee shops I hadn't been to in the K.C area. It appeared pretty large from the pictures; however, as we all know pictures can be deceiving. What I can say is when I first entered the place, my impression was "too close for comfort," plus it has those metal soda shop type chairs (shown in images). Maybe a total of ten tables and the one upper section shown as main image on Yelp, is a small narrow section with five tables there. So, when busy (as it was when we showed up) not the best and most quiet place for study or work, or to have a private conversation. There was this one man who kept walking around to each table trying to give a sales pitch. Who knows? The people at the counter were friendly, and for such a small place I was surprised to see the counter staffed with more the two people. I've been to bigger coffee shops with less staff behind the counter. The drip coffee was good, and that is a good thing for anyone who lives in the neighborhood because this is an ideal neighborhood coffee shop. There was only side street parking, so it's most convenient to walk down here, and with that this place can be cozy once the crowd leaves. The breakfast sandwich was very satisfying. Husband and I both had the egg, cheddar with chipotle mayo on wheat breakfast sandwich. I added bacon to mine, and it was tasty that way. The only thing was that the menu stated it was supposed to have was arugula, and our sandwiches didn't have it.

    Matcha Latte
    Abbey S.

    love the matcha menu! the inside is cozy, and it's so nice to have multiple coffee options in the northeast.

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    Robynn 'Pebblez' S.

    Coffee: I got a iced latte with oat milk & strawberry with brown sugar cinnamon. I love mixing coffee flavors to see what I get. They have a lot flavors to choose from. My mixing tasted like the old strawberry and chocolate ice cream out of a tub I had at birthday parties as a kid so nostalgic. It was a hint of cinnamon and had a good balance of coffee and flavor not too sweet. Location is kind of hidden and it's on a one way street that was crowded and not many parking spots available at 8 am. I happen to look up coffee shops near me since my go to was closed and didn't realize this was down the street from my house. I'll have to come during the work week to get a different wfh scenery. The inside is really cute hanging plants and books will always be a nice vibe. There is a good amount of seating and they had music playing but not very loud volume. I had a little wait but each employee acknowledged me and was very polite.

    Berry Parfait
    Laura M.

    Such a cozy spot in Pendleton Heights, loved all of the greenery inside and seating options. The Berry Parfait was incredible, it's made with Greek yogurt and the perfect amount of honey/jam to give it just a little sweetness and homemade granola. I will be coming back for this again soon! Had a cold brew with blackberry and a splash of half and half- delightful. Staff was very friendly and gave great recommendations.

    Alexandra S.

    My friends and I came here on a Sunday morning around 9-10ish and it wasn't too busy yet, but the line was a bit slow-moving because there were only two workers behind the counter. The experience overall was great, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere of the place was warm and homey. Coffee and tea were phenomenal, pastries were mid--but you really do get a large amount of coffee for how much you pay! Definitely worth the wait!! Took these photos with my camera to capture the cozy vibes

    Bagel & Eggs + wonderful Coffee

    6/1/2025: amazing! CORE COFFEE - KC MO. Delicious coffee; the barista (Deana, co-owner with her husband, Eric) makes incredibly good espresso & matcha drinks. She can make anything! Food - cooked by Eric - is wonderful. Great hang-out spot. Lots of locals / regulars, but they welcome everyone. Support small business!!!

    A great space with great windows
    Joel J.

    Saw a sandwich board sign for this place driving down Independence Ave. I circled back north through the neighborhood and found a parking spot right across the street. A great peaceful space with great windows. I had the smash burger, it was freshly made and delicious. Great staff they made sure I had what I needed. I'll be back!

    Breakfast sandwich
    Chih-yun T.

    This is a great neighborhood coffee place. Ambiance is nice and comfy, the place is bright and spacious, there are some art pieces for sell, some live plants and some books/games for kids. The staffs are polite and friendly. Coffee I got was ok, but not bad. The food though was amazing. I got the breakfast sandwich, it was freshly made, the thick eggs combined with overflowing cheese and toasted toast, the epic part of this sandwich was the mayonnaise! Everything in this sandwich was so perfectly done and not to overwhelming. I also got a pastry to go, it looks so yummy and unique to this coffee shop. I like that the coffee shop have their pastries homemade. Overall, it's a great place to get away from the busy downtown and to enjoy some quality time with great food.

    Avocado Toast

    i went here for my first time today and it was amazing!! i originally picked this place because of the atmosphere and pictures i saw online. it's super cozy and cute! i went around 10 Am on a friday so it was a bit slow and super chill. the staff was super awesome and pointed out their special matcha menu to me! i got an iced zina matcha and avocado toast and both were super delicious ! i will definitely be coming here again :)

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    Ralphie S.

    Core has taken over he space vacated by Splitlog Coffee. My Monday morning Cortado was a great way to get the day started. The vibe was pretty quiet with some background music barely audible and not a lot chatting from the barista or 2 other occupied tables; and with the large windows providing tons of natural lighting it seemed like a library - or at least a good place to get some work done. Not my reason for going to a coffee shop. No issues, just not the vibe or hospitality that I can get at another space a few blocks north or downtown. Navigating to the place is awkward since they are on a one-way street just off Independence Ave.

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    Great local coffee shop. Food is made to order. My favorite morning routine to get going say hi to the locals and be on my way.

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    Loved the space and the food was pretty good. Service was nice. Yes, would return to visit.

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    2 years ago

    Not the place to go if you have somewhere to be any of the food items take forever to come out

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    4 years ago

    Great coffee and atmosphere. If you're looking for great drinks at a cozy, clean neighborhood coffee shop, this is the place.

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    3 years ago

    the best coffee ever; anything from a latte to drip coffee , I love their breakfast and atmosphere as well.

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    4 years ago

    Love everything about this place. Everyone is always so friendly and welcoming. The coffee and baked goods are delish. Always great vibes!

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    Such a cozy spot in Pendleton Heights, loved all of the greenery inside and seating options.

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