Opera House Coffee&Food Emporium
500 Walnut St, Kansas City, MO
Crema's Take
“This sprawling Kansas City institution surprises with its expansive multi-level layout hidden behind an unassuming storefront, offering far more space than passersby might guess. The kitchen shines brightest during quieter hours when their full breakfast and pastry selection take center stage, making it an ideal spot for unhurried mornings or leisurely meetings with friends. Fair warning: service can be unpredictable depending on when you visit, so plan accordingly if you're on a tight schedule.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Your experience will likely vary depending on the day/time you visit. Saturday evening. Opera House was our Plan D - retrospectively, it should have been Plan B, maybe even plan A. After walking around River Market looking for a pre-dinner drink, multiple other places with…
I recently visited this cafe and found it to be a pleasant experience overall. The location is quite convenient, making it an easy spot to meet up with friends or enjoy a quiet moment alone. The cafe offers a unique combination of a bakery and a pub, which adds to its charm…
The coffee was delicious. However, the restaurant wasn’t busy at all on Sunday morning, yet it still took 45 minutes to prepare a simple chorizo sandwich and potatoes dish. Unfortunately, that kind of wait time doesn’t justify the $15-20 price tag.
PROS: located in Kansas City, CONS: cost, coffee, customer experience, dirty and dusty. I have walked by this coffee shop for any years and finally walked in and this is what I experienced. Upon entering the shop my wife and I noticed all of the decorations and "antiques"…
I’ve walked by this place for 15 years and always thought it was just a tiny corner spot. I went in today with a friend who recommended it bc she loves it and it is HUGE inside! Multiple levels with loads of diff seating, a unique vibe for KC and I love it. The menu for food and…
Crema Reviews
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