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    Sunflower Cafe

    4.2 (25 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Buffalo Patty Melt - Yum!
    Marie M.

    We just came here for a late lunch, and discovered that it is a very nice bike shop. If one comes in through the main door that's through Mass. St., one would think this place is just that---a bike store. The cafe part is mostly in the back and upstairs from this entrance. The cafe/coffee shop part is huge, and apparently a spot for students in the area. It is a very cozy and accommodating place to work and study. We found ourselves a bit more comfortable here than the other coffee shop we spotted ourselves at earlier in the day. This place won't allow dogs, or other feral things in. The service here is good. Because it is such a huge place you may have to flag a waiter/waitress down. It's not because they are non-existent, but because they must go up and down between seating areas. The food is typically ordered at the table with phone scanning the QR code (yeah, I know). Anyhow, I had to flag a waitress down because my phone was not behaving and some of us like the traditional person to person accepting orders. The best part? OMG. The food. My husband and I both ordered the Buffalo Patty Melt, and it is everything worth driving out to Lawrence for. I can only imagine what the other food here is like, and from other reviews, I am certain they aren't exaggerated. Also, we both ordered a dirty chai, and it was good. Not really sweet, but a hint of sweetness, and not too spicy either.

    Inside - A cafe interior featuring exposed brick walls, a wooden ceiling with visible beams, and a mounted TV displaying a cycling race.
    Mary P.

    Came here the other day with my friend for brunch and we were not disappointed!! I got the blueberry lavender smoothie and the pretzel and my friend got a hot matcha latte and the rosemary biscuits and gravy (I think that's the name of the dish). My smoothie was delicious!! It went down smoothly and tasted incredible. The pretzel was also very tasty! It had a crisp outside and doughy inside. Also the two honey mustard sauces that came with it were delicious too! I tried some of my friends dish and I loved it!! You could really taste the rosemary in the gravy!! The vibe was cool and the staff was incredibly friendly. If I am ever back in Lawrence, I'll definitely stop by!

    Menu - Menu from Sunflower Outdoor & Bike in Lawrence, KS, offering smoothies, coffee, tea, and bottled sodas, with options for add-ins and flavor notes.
    Erica J.

    My friend and I stumbled upon Sunflower Cafe while walking down Mass Street. It would be easy to miss because it's located inside the Sunflower Outdoor & Bike Shop towards the back. There are a couple of larger tables and a few seats at a bar. We both ordered the Avocado Toast, which is vegan if you remove the fried egg, but there are several other tasty sounding brunch options. And after 11 there are even more options - burgers, sandwiches, fries, salads, snackies. Who knew? Also covering all the major beverage categories there's: coffee, tea, smoothies, shakes, soda, brunch cocktails, and beer. There was also that cool local Lawrence vibe - there were several regulars and a group of cyclists gathering for a routine post-ride beer. Highly recommend stopping in if you're in the area!

    A table setting with a burrito, a bowl of chicken in sauce, and two cups of coffee, with utensils and a hand reaching for a condiment.

    A profound experience. The setting of bike shop and cafe is a soothing combination. The atmosphere is grand and peaceful, and the perfect place to enjoy a coffee on a homework adventure, meal, or both! The upstairs seating has low top tables, couches, and plenty of seating. The menu isn't the largest, but the food we ordered was amazing!! We got the B&G and burrito o the breakfast menu. Both were SO amazing! No sugar-free flavors for the coffee syrups, but the coffee itself is rich and smooth.

    Manhattan made right (sorry for the half empty state). - A cocktail with a cherry garnish in a coupe glass is placed on a wooden bar counter inside a restaurant or bar setting.
    Paul W.

    Terrific coffee shop and bar found within the venerable Sunflower outdoors shop. Must stop by during your next visit!

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    Scott T.

    The largest, most expansive coffee/espresso bar in town that adds baked goods and Free State beers on tap deserves its own spot on Yelp. Stopped in today for the most intense kind of evaluation: a single shot of espresso which did not disappoint. What a great addition to the city, this. The dining area extends upstairs and covers most of that large space making this easily the largest espresso destination in town if measure by seating. Sparse, lots of open wood floors just like the rest of the shop, baked goods, soups, etc. and big screen TVs showing bike events.... wow, what's more to love if you're an outdoor nerd??? Seating includes tables but also some bar space, and even extends to some outdoor seating on Mass Street. New fav destination. Thinking my first pandemic work session outside the house on the laptop may be here now that I'm awaiting my second vaccination. Plenty of space to spread out. Job well done, Sunflower!

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    All I wanted was a refill of my iced tea and they were going to charge me for it. That is ridiculous. It's iced tea. I will never go back.

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    Great staff and tasty food! Lattes aren't bad either:) Informal dining:) Good place to conduct business:)

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    Great food and excellent service. The variety of menu items and ample space makes this place a fantastic spot for large groups.

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    Best coffee in Lawrence. Pastries are top tier. The flaitners and so moist and delish

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    Seating includes tables but also some bar space, and even extends to some outdoor seating on Mass Street.

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