Local gem found down the road from our baseball tournament! Great coffee and the polish breakfast…read moreburrito is Friendly staff and fast service. I won the morning even though we lost the game.

Darling little restaurant. Artsy vibe. I especially liked their specialty drinks. Would definitely…read morestop here again when in town

Five hours here this morning, Blackbird was my office. It was noisy enough that I could sit at a…read moretable in the back, enjoy my cortado and then a second swimming pool sized drip coffee, and have no issue with emails, Zoom calls and just generally working undisturbed. It's not quiet, but it's comfortable and at least in the back, easy enough to sit and pound away at the keyboard. Oh, and the coffee was excellent. I love it when a coffee shop serves their cortado in the proper short glass. It was perfection. [Review 794 of 2026 - 134 in Kansas - 25975 overall]

Very cozy shop, drinks were great and food was delicious too…read more They have some very tasty options for baked items such as gluten free and vegan options.

A hidden gem in a city full of poorly prepared coffee & coffee chains. If you're in the area and…read morecan appreciate wonderfully crafted specialty coffee by well-trained baristas then this is the spot for you. Oh and the thrift store is pretty good too ;)

Looking for some of the best (if not the best) coffee in Topeka? Look no further. This small and…read moreeclectic coffee shop serves a small menu, but don't let that fool you. With multiple hot options for coffee, as well a iced lattes with house made syrups, there's something for everyone here. The prices are great and the baristas are welcoming. They also have a selection of pastries and baked goods, including amazing peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. You'll be wondering why you never went before after your first trip. I guarantee it.

Strategically positioned between the beautiful Washburn University and younglife, this is a local…read more"neighborhood cafe serving fine folks" with some of the most refined pastries I've tasted along my travels. In homage to the Girl Scout cookie - a Samoa Cronut that has all the buttery layers of a croissant with the springy chewiness of a donut, coated in tiny flecks of coconut adhered with delicate fresh-made caramel and a chocolate drizzle. It's divine! Also extraordinary: a classic cinnamon roll covered in a generous layer of buttery cream cheese frosting, every bit as satisfying as homemade, without the hassle. For here or there, a Brown Butter Cookie with chocolate chips the consistency of s'more's and a healthy sprinkle of sea salt that's crunchy and surprising in the best way. The space is minimal without feeling cold, with indoor workspace opening to a large landscaped patio. Don't forget the coffee - full circle, it's very good here.

Now I understand the hype. I knew I was getting close when parking in the surrounding neighborhood…read morewas getting congested. **It's worth searching for a parking spot.** The strawberry goat cheese pastry was PHENOMENAL. I CANNOT BRAG ON THIS ENOUGH! There is a touch of balsamic that brightens the strawberry. The sprig of thyme is beautiful as well as tasty. I thought this might be a sweet pastry, but it's actually savory, in the very best way. The pastry is so flaky and crisp. My dreams will be full of this for years to come. Now let me get to the latte. It was SO RICH AND SMOOTH!!!! I got a sugar-free-vanilla latte--expecting nothing special. It was the best cup of joe I've had in a long time! I love to drink the foam so I removed the lid and was surprised to see the adorable art. This place is TASTY! If I'm ever back in Topeka, I can't wait to come back.

A historic house dating back to the pioneer era back when Kansas was a new state to the United…read moreStates. Although the museum portion was eye-pleasing and had artifacts relating to Kansas in the 19th century, the food was just alright and portions were small. The elk pot roast was underseasoned, but the rest of the meal was good. However, the person running the restaurant was knowledgeable about the history of Council Grove and the building itself which made up for less than ideal food.

Absolutely loved my stop here. The history is incredible. I had the soup with native bread hit the…read morespot on that rainy day

CoffeeHead is a small coffee/bakery shop nestled next to a gas station. The parking lot is small…read moreso you might miss it but there's also a little patio with tables/chairs. I've started going to Coffee Head to get my Milk Tea fix. I've tried the Thai, Taro and Earl Grey Teas with boba. Which they've all been delicious. It's usually busy but the service is fast and friendly. They do have some baked goods as well as some breakfast/lunch items but I have not tried the food there yet. I would def recommend trying out this local coffee shop.

I am a huge supporter of locally run establishments. I will even pay a little more to do so. In…read morethis case, I won't return. What they charge for their burrito and the quality of it, I would rather just go to Scooters. The guy that works here is SUPER nice. My 2 stars is for the chick from south Texas. Not friendly. Doesn't say hello. Me and another lady just stood there forever while she talked to someone else about school. Learn to gage the room. This was twice that she has been that way. Got my order wrong. I just prefer to go to places that are far more welcoming than here. Folks that say they had good service must have visited on a day that she wasn't working.

Venturing into this Cafe and it's interesting to see that it's not a big frill location, but it…read moredoes have unique characteristics to it, which I really thought were endearing. For example, their little wish wall where people could write down their wishes for themselves or for people. They have a little reading corner with comfy chairs and cute decor. There's a shelf next to the cashier that has books and games to keep you entertained while you're visiting or enjoying your pastry and coffee. The location itself is big and has a lot of space for their guests to enjoy their offerings or quiet time. It looks like they have a projector to offer up movie nights. I also noticed on the wall a coffee drink contest between their guest such as brackets like during March madness. I thought that was very unique and shows that the establishment itself things outside of the box on ways to entice their guests to return. The menu itself is nothing extravagant. It's very basic so don't go in there. Expecting to have crazy coffee, drinks or crazy food offerings. The simplicity actually works for them.

On a family member's recommendation, we stopped in on our way out of town. The cafe is large with…read moreample seating and very welcoming decor. We were greeted promptly, and the staff member happily answered my questions about gluten-free options. I ordered a yogurt parfait and oat milk vanilla latte, and my partner ordered a breakfast burrito and black coffee. The food and coffee were great! There was plenty of fresh fruit in the parfait, and the latte was sweet but not overly so. The burrito was a good size, filled with egg, cheese, and salsa (which can be on the side). If we lived here, we'd be regulars. We'll definitely visit again when traveling this way.

I don't know what this business is, but their plain croissants are absolutely amazing, probably the…read morebest I've ever had... and the owner is very nice.

This pastry shop is awesome and a hidden gem in Topeka. Make sure to go early. They have pastry and…read moreepanadas.

Local diner spot that serves coffee and breakfast. Plenty of seating inside with no frills. Nice to…read moresee something local in the middle of downtown.

This was ok coffee in a dark coffee shop. We chose a table in the front so we could at least get…read moresome natural light. There was art on the walls but it was randomly put up and if it was for sale, it was unclear what the prices might be as they were not labeled. Also the tables were oddly organized, I'm not sure why there were booths in the middle of the store. There were some antiques there but they were not well organized.

What a charming coffee shop! We were rerouted off I70 via 470. I googled coffee shops near me and…read morelanded on this 4.6 * rated coffee shop. The coffee was delightfully strong and well prepared. Charming baristas. My husband rated the burrito the best he had ever tasted. I ordered the lemon bar and it rivaled my mom's!! We will reroute ourselves on all future trips to Colorado so that we can stop here!

The cookies are amazing! They are great to order in advanced for a party or meeting. I have done…read morethis many times and everyone has loved them. My favorite is the Monster cookie. The baked breads are wonderful and so is the coffee. I enjoyed a rainy morning with a nice coffee and slice of banana bread, which is not hard to do. It's a lovely place that is welcoming and inviting with top notch service.