Underwhelming!!! I had hope since they roast their own…read morebeans, but they pulled bad shots. The coffee was bitter, a little burnt and flat. And I had to request a latte with given number of pumps because their drinks are just too much. The kiosk-ish store was underwhelming. The service was poor because one person was running it alone. The coffee was not worth the trip.

Great service, and fantastic coffee, a coffee shop for locals as well as tourists…read more We stopped by here last weekend while shopping at the shopping center. It was nice to try something local instead of a franchise. And yes they understand your Starbucks speak because they can easily duplicate if not improve on your order. If you're not sure what to order go for the covfefe it is a great drink, as well as the rocky road trip. They serve your drinks hot or iced. I also really enjoyed ordering my drinks in the breves style, just felt more velvety I would say. My daughter really enjoyed her hot chocolate made "not too hot" so much so ordered both times we visited. Oh and the cookies here are huge and delicious. The people working here are very knowledgeable, local, and friendly and easy to talk to. As for the ambiance, you just walk in and they take your order. There is some outdoor seating if you want to sit down, but that is part of the shopping center not the coffee shop. Overall we really enjoyed our coffee here, and if you love coffee, give this shop a try.

True treasure to be found here for the genuine coffee aficionado! Owners are wonderful and very…read morewell versed in their offerings. You can literally "have it your way" from the source of the bean to the perfect roast! Love flavored coffees? They will make your favorite taste OR create a blend specific to you! Teas are also available with the same endless possibilties! Do yourself a favor and get there as soon as you can!

First time here won't be my last, coffee both roasted and unroasted. Wide variety and very…read morehelpful. A little tricky to find but no big problem.

It's not a brick and mortar. They roast their coffee beans and sell it at The Farmer's Market on…read moreRepublic Road in Springfield or they deliver it free to your home in the Ozark area if you order online. The owners are amazing! Very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. They can help you pick a coffee from their many varieties. We have been purchasing our coffee from them for several years. Everyone that tries it loves it! I highly recommend this coffee.

From the owner: Amazing coffee beans perfectly roasted for coffee lovers!read more

Incredible find in this friendly little community while on work assignment away from my usual…read moreterritory. I'm into good coffee, and they have it!!!

My favorite coffee In The whole world is from this amazing little place in Springfield,Mo…read more Tall,Dark and Handsome is my all time favorite.

Love this shop! I love the tea, oils and balsamic vinegar!! Very good quality and selection!read more

Good coffee beans, fresh toasted on site, good selection, lots of olive oils you can sample,read more

Driving through Missouri, we stumbled upon KeenBean. Excellent coffee, unique and delicious quiche…read moreand very friendly service! Highly recommend!

From the owner: The Werks is our coffee roasterie for all KeenBean locations. All of our coffees are roasted in…read moresmall batches by the same family that started KeenBean Coffee Roasters in 2000. Putting love and laughter into each and every roast! This location has drive thru only espresso drinks and house made pastries!

Do yourself a favor...get coffee here!!! Melancholy Roasting…read morein Ava, Missouri deserves every bit of a five‑star shoutout. The moment you walk in, you feel that perfect blend of small‑town warmth and genuine craft coffee culture. The aroma alone could fix a bad day -- rich, toasty, and clearly roasted with intention. Their beans have this depth you don't usually find outside big‑city specialty shops. Smooth, balanced, and full of character. Whether you're grabbing a simple drip or something more adventurous, everything tastes like it was made by someone who truly cares about the craft. The atmosphere is relaxed in the best way -- cozy without feeling cramped, welcoming without trying too hard. It's the kind of place where you can settle in with a book, meet a friend, or just enjoy a quiet moment with a seriously good cup of coffee. If you're anywhere near Ava, this spot is absolutely worth the stop. Melancholy Roasting is one of those rare gems that makes a town feel more like home.

What a great discovery! The entire shop is very welcoming, from the seating to the things on the…read moretables to engage you. There is a good selection of beverages and milk choices, which I greatly appreciate in a coffee shop. The iced mocha was a thing of beauty,  and tasted great.  The Italian soda was a surprising offering, and had a good flavor. I look forward to returning on my next visit to Ava.

Ethiopian pourover was spot on! Got it to go. 5 minutes…read morefrom start to finish. Not a lot of seating but wasn't looking to hang out.

Absolutely my favorite coffee shop in town. Hands down. Best coffee. Best service. Dogs. Don't come…read moreif you're not a coffee drinker because all of their drinks are coffee focused and coffee forward. It's not a basic white girl coffee shop.

The people are friendly and service was pretty quick. My coffee was decent although kinda pricey…read moreand a bit watery for a specialty coffee shop. My Mom had the Mocha which was good. I had the Rocky Roadtrip (Choc Max, Marshmallow, Hazelnut) but may try the OzarkTrail next time.

Stopped in on the way out. The line can get backed up. If you have to turn left to get back in the…read moremain strip good luck on a Sunday morning. I ordered their iced Covfefe with oat milk and it was delicious. I would go back if I lived near Branson.