I may be traveling and technically "on vacation," but work doesn't stop -- and the first half of…read moretoday was happily spent at Zinc Coffee. The space itself is a clever reuse of a former gas station, fitting since we're just off the Mother Road, Route 66. That history adds a nice layer of character to the industrial‑but‑comfortable setting, with plenty of seating for both solo workers and small groups. I was the first customer through the door this morning and ordered a cortado. It was perfectly prepared: served in the proper short glass, accompanied by a small glass of seltzer as tradition dictates. I set up my laptop at a two‑top table right by a power outlet and settled in for two very pleasant hours. Between the thoughtful service, the quality of the coffee, and the inviting atmosphere, Zinc Coffee made working on the road feel easy. Five stars, without hesitation. [Review 1480 of 2025 - 465 in Missouri - 25033 overall]

Don't go looking for a smoothie. They never have the purple drink in stock. Also, watch out they…read morewill charge different amounts for the same drink.

Now called Joplin Greenhouse. One of the best mochas I've ever had. The inside is clean and cozy.read more

Nice little modern coffee stop in Joplin. Prob the best cold brew I had during my stay there…read more Pastries were good, not amazing, but tasty. Ambiance was clean, modern, "coffee shop" A good find.

Saturday morning breakfast and coffee here was a treat! Coffee was hot with lots of options and…read more the breakfast was made to order. B&gs good flavor without the grease and the breakfast sandwich on a Thomas english muffin was the best I've had in a long time. The owners very sweet and served us a sample of their jamaican coffee blend, yummy. Highly recommend this stop on Route 66!

We'd been wanting to try Streetcar for a while and finally had a Saturday morning to visit. It was…read morethe best quiet, stress-free, and delicious breakfast. Very well priced food and drink items, very kind service, and a lot of options to choose from. I had heard about their cinnamon rolls and they did not disappoint. English toffee latte and frozen lemonade was also very delicious. We will be back!

Second coffee of the day, Mrs. K. and I stopped here on our way out of Joplin. We enjoyed a perfect…read morelatte that was light and creamy and perfectly foamed. With it, a piece of avocado toast. the avocado was great, the crumbled cotija on top was great but the odd thing is that this avocado toast was not toasted. A nice slice of fresh bread but just that. No toasting. Odd. It's a nice space with seating where you can sit with a laptop, a koi pond and of course, the full greenhouse and nursery where you can seek out the things you need for your green thumb. [Review 2317 of 2024 - 388 in Missouri - 23332 overall]

What a lovely place to start your day with delicious coffee and tasty treats. Loved being out on…read morethe covered patio with all the flowers just off to the side.

The peanut butter banana latte was crazy good. You can actually taste all the flavors. Very sweet…read more Staff is friendly and helpful. Has a coffee shop feel and atmosphere. Plenty of seating with outlets for a laptop if needed. Recommend! Would return!

Bright and clean and lovely this morning at 6:15. I was the only person in here and if my wife…read morehadn't asked me to come pick her up, I'd have spent all morning! My drip coffee was perfect. Rich coffee, great flavor and served plenty hot. With it, a breakfast burrito that was a decent size and full of eggs and cheese and sausage with a small pot of salsa. This is a perfect spot for sitting and working with your laptop. Power at every table and the wifi seemed speedy this morning. Large parking lot and friendly baristas. I was pleased! [Review 2316 of 2024 - 387 in Missouri - 23331 overall]

I was excited to find Caribou Coffee sign so had to stop here for my morning coffee. They used to…read morehave stores in Michigan but seem to have all closed. So happy to find this inside of a gas station. There were light roast and dark roast choices. I picked the dark roast and really liked it. With a slice of lemon poppyseed cake, they made my day.

My second experience at Caribou was awful! First time there…read moreI bought a tea, but when I got my medium tea it had more ice than tea. So I came back the second day and bought a large tea with no ice, and she gave me a half filled large cup. And said that it was company policy! Although I paid for a large tea with no ice!! Omg

Mrs. K loves the Blondie, so whenever we pass a 7 Brew it becomes a required stop. The Sprinter van…read moremakes things tricky since I sit about ten feet tall and can't clear their overhang. Today I solved that by walking up and surprising one of the baristas. After the initial shock, I placed our order at the sliding walk‑up window. The service was quick, and soon we were back on the road with two coffees. Both were excellent. Mrs. K declared the Blondie perfect, and my drip coffee with a small splash of cream was just right. I still don't understand why the Green Siren people insist on roasting their beans until they taste burned, while 7 Brew manages a roast that is smooth and balanced without any bitterness. That difference is why we'll happily go out of our way for them. The only drawback is that 7 Brew is drive‑through only, so it's not a place where I can linger with my laptop. [Review 1513 of 2025 - 484 in Missouri - 25064 overall]

Great location to grab a coffee or smoothie on the road trip. Super happy and friendly staffs…read more Drive thru only but they made you feel very cozy and welcome.

A go-to for me when I'm visiting family in the area - lots of tables and wifi to get some work…read moredone, usually pop fun music, and the lattes / mochas are all super good.

Crazy price, for crazy, no good, drinks. Muffin taste like sams club not homemade. Slow ... cold…read more service. Picture below where I should have gone.

My fabulous second "office" of the morning, I arrived here at 9:30am and stayed for about an hour…read moreand a half, moving smoothly through two Zoom calls and several meetings. The atmosphere feels a little less industrial than Zinc and leans more toward the inviting "coffee shop" style, yet it remains an excellent choice for remote workers who want a reliable and pleasant setting. I once again ordered a cortado, and it was once again excellent. Served in the proper short glass, it provided exactly the kind of boost I needed to dig through my mailbox and get everything prepared for the weekend. The consistency here is impressive, and the attention to detail in presentation makes the experience even better. This is a comfortable and quiet place for laptop workers, with seating that encourages focus and a background hum that never becomes distracting. There is street parking right outside, along with a free lot and deck across the street, which makes access easy and stress free. Five stars from me, and I would be glad to spend another full work day here, enjoying both the coffee and the calm environment that makes productivity feel natural. [Review 1484 of 2025 - 469 in Missouri - 25037 overall]

On a long drive and needing extra pep, what's not to love about a locally owned spot named after…read moreone of my favorite rock 'n rollers in the Joplin Arts District? "Not your average Joe," their beans are fresh for take-home and the community space is large for hosting events and parties too, going strong since 2012. I wish I had come hungry because MAC's Cinnamon Rolls looked incredible, as did the ongoing Earl Gray specials. The Van Gogh latte was light on honey, missing some almond, but creamy and caffeinated nonetheless. A very cool spot with many reasons to return - looking forward to tasting the Milky Way on my return!

So nice to have this coffee kiosk in Freeman West Hospital! They make most anything you can get at…read moreStarbucks and use Starbucks coffee, but they do not take Starbucks rewards. Prices are slightly less than Starbucks. Every drink is consistently great! Great service!

This is a small coffee shop with a variety of locally bought cakes and brownies, and a good…read moreselection of salads and healthy choice food products. They serve Star Bucks coffee, and serve it with a smile. The staff are really fun and friendly. I have never had a bad drink here. Try some of the fall seasonal drinks. They are great.