The Spice Merchant and Company

The Spice Merchant and Company

1308 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS

★★★★★4.8(2,639 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This beloved Wichita institution wraps you in the irresistible aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans and exotic spices the moment you walk through the door—a sensory experience that reviewers consistently call the best smell in town. Beyond the intoxicating atmosphere, they nail espresso-focused drinks and pour overs while offering an impressive open coffee bar and curated selection of fresh spices and teas that make it easy to spend hours exploring. Whether you're settling in for a slow sit with specialty drinks or grabbing ingredients to take home, The Spice Merchant feels less like a coffee shop and more like a treasured gathering spot where quality and warmth are non-negotiable.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.

Pour overMatcha & teaMeetingsSpecialty drinksLight foodSlow sitCraft espressoTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Samantha Pretzer
★★★★2 months ago

I can write a review now that I've tried the coffee! It is delicious! We also purchased tea, paprika, ginger, and curry powder and the spices have tasted fresh and good. Recommend this place for coffee and tea.

Lena Margita
★★★★★3 months ago

I was hoping for Turkish Spice Market and this was not that. In particular, I was looking for unique spices and did not find them here. What was awesome: the open coffee bean/grounds bar with super helpful people. They had spice blends for sale near the registers that were…

Larissa Elliott
★★★★★7 months ago

Walking into The Spice Merchant is like stepping into the best-smelling hug you’ve ever had. Truly, it’s the best smell in town! From fresh coffee beans to rows of teas, spices, and little treasures, it’s impossible to leave empty-handed. The atmosphere feels cozy, nostalgic,…

Amy Suchodolski
★★★★★8 months ago

Wow! I've visited here a few times and absolutely love it -- great selection, nice people, welcoming vibe. Since I don't live in Wichita and was needing a refresh on some tea I decided to try their online option. I placed a sizable order of tea & spices yesterday afternoon and…

Jason Spiral
★★★★★2 years ago

This is a true gem of Wichita, right at the corner of Douglas and Cleveland. The Spice Merchant will mesmerize you with the smell of fresh coffee and spices once you step inside. The selection here is outstanding with a plethora of different coffee flavors, that can be…

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