PH Coffee
2200 Lexington Ave, Kansas City, MO
Crema's Take
“PH Coffee has built something genuinely special in Northeast Kansas City—a community-first café that feels less like a transaction and more like stepping into a welcoming living room where you actually want to linger. Their commitment to reusable vessels and intentional, slow-coffee culture (no disposable cups) pairs beautifully with creatively executed drinks, from stellar London Fogs to signature espresso creations, all backed by baristas who take real time to connect with you. Beyond the excellent coffee, they've thoughtfully designed the space to serve the neighborhood—complete with a kids' zone—making it clear that PH Coffee sees themselves as a gathering place that happens to make really good drinks.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Just downright lovely vibes. PH creates a warm and welcoming community space for all, including a kid's zone towards the back. I brought my laptop to get some work done today and was pleased to find a charger under most of the tables. I had the honey bear latte and it healed my heart a bit. 🖤⭐✨
Passing through KC and had some delicious coffee & amazing service (TYSM Dave)! Wish we lived closer, would absolutely be regulars at this spot. 💔 Also - the reusable jar + koozie thing is very cute and appreciate the sustainability.
The place deserves 11/10 stars, the staff were sooo nice and welcoming and the space itself is extremely fun and inviting. It’s more than a coffee shop, it feels like a community especially with how many local products it features within the store.
It was my first time in here, although I've driven by quite often. The London fog was stellar, the barista took the time to explain to me how things work. I love that they don't do to-go's and paper cups. They only use glass jars. You charge a deposit for it but you can come back and swap it out for your next coffee. The place is beautiful. It's the kind of place where there's a sign inviting kids to come and do their homework and have free pizza; nd there's tampons and maxi pads in the bathroom if you need it. It's warm, inviting, and Pee-wee's playhouse was on the wall. It was definitely a great experience, and I can't wait to go back.
PH Coffee has been one of the best things to happen to Northeast KC. I am not exaggerating. They have been a prominent feature in the community in regard to providing needed services (like a free clothing exchange), supporting inclusivity, hosting neighborhood meetings, organizing fairs for the arts, fronting anti-crime campaigns, cheerleading for other coffee shops and businesses, and so much more. Yes, they make drinks, breakfast food, sandwiches, and treats, but it’s also worth mentioning that they do so much more than just provide a food service. They’ve been good for the mind and soul as well. They’ve given us a sense of community again. As for my drink, the house-made chai is simply DIVINE. It is so very delicious, full of spice flavor, and they make it themselves. Mine was iced. I haven’t been back in a few months, and I still dream about this drink. I will be getting it hot in autumn, that’s for sure. They’ve brought back the snow cones. So far, I’ve only seen them offered on the weekends. How CUTE is their little snow cones trailer and patio?! I love the fresh herbs and plants growing around the lot. TIP: to support and encourage sustainability, they use glass jars instead of disposable cups. If you’re drinking in the building, there’s no extra charge for that. Enjoy your drink and place the glass in a designated spot near the counter before you leave. But if you take your cup to-go, they charge a small fee much like Shatto Milk does for their bottles, or like how Aldi uses a quarter system for their carts so customers are motivated to return them. You will get that glass fee back if you bring back their cup(s).
Crema Reviews
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