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.

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.

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.

Best Flavored Whole Bean Coffee I've ever tasted. I fell…read morein love with Lokota Coffee while in school at MU. They ship nationwide, but if I'm in Columbia, I always pop in. They have a full Selection of food and always have 4 different Drip Coffees available. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is warm. They have recently moved the drip Coffee behind the counter.

The best coffee and the best price and the most wonderful service in the world, and I mean in the…read moreworld!!

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

Love that this is such an accessible place for those with dietary preferences or restrictions. My…read morefriend recommended the broadway bowl to me and I enjoyed it - the combination of the tahini sauce with the rest of the components makes it really come together. The staff was friendly and patient with us. The cafe was very clean, bright, and a wonderful place to spend time in. I would agree with other reviews that the portion might be a bit smaller for what you are paying for, but it was still very nice to support a local business that meets the needs of so many who are limited in their choices otherwise. Sadly, I found plastic packaging in my food. My friend also mentioned that her latte came out cold instead of hot, which was disappointing given how cold it was on this particular day. Overall still a good experience and would like to try again! Just a little hesitant for now!

Terrific clean eating place with fantastic matcha latte (the real thing!). I had the avocado toast…read morewith two eggs and it was terrific. Some of the best GF bread I've ever had. Hubby had the Breakfast Bowl with chicken and it was really tasty as well. My matcha was delicious- ceremonial grade prepared there and super clean almond milk made in house. We don't pass through Columbia often but this will definitely be part of my "Road to KC" Collection. Shout out to Mallory at the counter who was fantastic!

Stopped by from out of town. I like to try different coffee shops each time I visit a new place and…read moresaw this one down from the book store. Really loved the old school coffee shop vibes with comfy chairs, dark wood, and lots and lots of beans! I got a shaken espresso with a bit of French vanilla and it was great! The baristas were helpful and very chill. It was a nice little spot to stop in. If I had more time I probably would've hung out a bit longer. I'll also have to pick up some of their beans next time I'm in down.

This is the University Hospital version of the local coffee company. It's mostly a drink spot with…read morea handful of sandwiches and pastries. There's coffee, of course, with all the standard coffee house lattes, mochas, americanos, macchiatos, frappes, and blended drinks. They also have milkshakes, energy drinks, tea, and bottled soft drinks. Seasonal drinks such as fall spiced cider are offered too. This is located just inside the blue entrance from the parking garage. If you arrive at the main entrance you'll have a short walk to your left. Lakota has no seating but the hospital has some comfortable chairs nearby.

I was very disappointed as k expected to have a good juice. Upon entering there was a pleasant…read morearoma of food and the lady who greeted me seemed lovely. I placed my order and tipped and waited on my juice only to see her fumbling to make my juice and she seemed extremely stingy in filling the cup and even had to juice an additional apple and the cup still wasn't full to where I would expect. On the pic I will attach she filled it to right below the first line from bottom of the cup. By the time I sipped 2 times it was done. It's already small cup .... The least you can do is fill the cup. My goodness. Or raise your price and give a good portion or maybe the worker didn't want to work too much today. It was my first time in and I just say I was disappointed.

My fiancé ordered all pre made items at 4:30pm on a Sunday instead of made to order …read more.. Food kept warm/ hot, the only thing left was left from the morning was 1 Vegan Black Bean -Sweet Potato Burrito. - Rating... great but needs the condiments that is provided at Main Squeeze to customize to one's preference. Came with salsa Frozen and Refrigerated, there was a lot more options to choose from. What we got.. Zoodle Salad with peanut sauce - Rating- great but needed sriracha (they ran out of this condiment and all others) since it flavor or needed more peanut sauce Vegan Egg Salad - Rating- I love egg salad, so this was amazing and surprisingly vegan. I would definitely order again, as as stated earlier condiments, such as hot sauce is needed. Especially with someone like me who loves spice and flavor. Pricing was decent for what we got between the two of us. Hospitality 10 out of 10.

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!