Planet Cafe Expresso Bar Inc

I've been to coffee shops. I love coffee. The only place in Midtown, Westport or any of the surrounding city that I go for coffee is the Planet. I've never had a bad cup. Everything is fairtrade, everything is delicious. From the Chai Chargers to the cheesy breadsticks, it's hard to go wrong. There is fresh homemade bread and fresh aromatic vegetables for salads and toppings. The easy going feeling of the shop is always welcoming. This is my ""Cheers"". I can go in and satisfy any craving I have. The walls display local art work that is routinely changed, so the scenery is always intriguing. There is a diverse group of people who are regular patrons. If you don't go for the coffee or the food, if you don't go for the ambiance or art, if you don't go for the internet or board games and card games, if you don't go for the open mike nights or conversation, go in and see the bathroom. Mind you, you need to make a purchase, but it is worth it. Years of poetry and pictures fill the walls and ceiling. It is quite a sight to behold. Peoples love and agnst, their wisdom and wisecracking on display to share with the world. It's phenomenal. This coffee shop is a package deal. I'm quite attached. Pros: The friendliest baristas in town, coupled with the best coffee and food, how could you go wrong? Cons: They are not open 24 hours a day? more

I love this place. I live in Midtown and didn't return here for a long time after my first visit. The place was a dive! Now, they have new owners that really care about the place. The tuna panini tastes great. The coffee is incredible. They have an open mic night once a month that draws a good crowd. They have the biggest selection of sugar-free syrups in town, which is a big plus. In addition, the staff always comes up with great drinks when I tell them to ""just make something up"". :) Sometimes I'll go there and work when I get a chance to work from home. They have free, secure wireless. I don't know of any other coffee shops offering that in Kansas City. My favorite drink here is a sugar-free chocolate, english toffee latte. Yummmy!!! Pros: Coffee (hello), sugar free syrups, the staff is great Cons: not free???? more