Waterbird Coffee Company

4.9 ( 137 reviews )
Checking... 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM See Hours
$1–10
1200 McGee St, Kansas City, MO 64106, United States

Waterbird Coffee Company, nestled in downtown Kansas City, has quickly become a local favorite for coffee enthusiasts. The charming, intimate setting invites patrons seeking a cozy spot, making it a perfect retreat after a hectic day. Customers rave about the quality of the coffee, with many praising the expertly crafted espresso and vibrant drinks. Denise Griffith was delighted by the heart-shaped latte art, a testament to the baristas' attention to detail and warmth.

The menu offers a delightful selection of pastries, with Elizabeth Metz highlighting the blueberry muffin and cranberry scone as perfect companions to the robust brews. This emphasis on quality extends to their seasonal specialties, such as the iced apple latte, which Zachary Haden adored, especially for the inclusion of free alternative milk.

Customer feedback confirms that Waterbird's friendly and efficient service enhances the overall experience, as noted by Evan Crawford, who appreciated the laid-back yet vibrant atmosphere. With its unbeatable location near T-Mobile Center and the convention center, Waterbird Coffee Company is not just a pitstop, but a destination on any coffee lover's journey.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Small Business
  • Service options
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Good for solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Sells prepared foods
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dessert
    • No table service
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Waterbird Coffee Company

Denise Griffith
Jun 29,2025
I was looking for a local coffee shop and stumbled on this little place. At first I was a little worried because the building is older, but the coffee was sooo good! AND the barista put a heart on my coffee!! I didn’t think that was a real thing!
Elizabeth Metz
Jun 20,2025
Cute and intimate coffee shop. The barista was super kind and quickly made our drinks, complete with a foam design. Perfect for dreary and misty walk back to the hotel. The blueberry muffin, and blueberry and cranberry scone were enjoyed by all!
James Willard
Jun 19,2025
Good coffee and pastries prices right. Easy walk from the convention center and Marroitt hotel.
Evan Crawford
May 11,2025
After checking out almost every craft coffee shop in the city, this one may just take the cake. The gentleman was friendly and very quick, the atmosphere is laid back but not stale, and the coffee was fantastic. Perfect espresso, well constructed beverages, and bonus points for latte art.
Zachary Haden
May 9,2025
The first of my three coffee shop stops in KC, Waterbird truly set the bar high for the rest of my trip. We chose this particular shop due to the high reviews and the easy location as it is right in the heart of downtown and right by T-Mobile Center. I got an iced apple latte (seasonal) and absolutely loved it! Huge props to the owners for allowing alternative milk options for free!
Jeannine Meyers
Apr 13,2025
I ordered a homemade frosted strawberry pop tart pastry and large hot brown sugar cinnamon latte ..... so good. I’ll be stopping by again tomorrow.
Camisha D
Mar 30,2025
Nice spot that was close to my hotel. They have some specialty flavors along with the staples. Must try the homemade pop tarts! Only thing that would've made it better is heating it up.
Randy McMannama
Mar 11,2025
This is a pretty new coffeeshop that we go to occasionally only because it's a 30 minute drive for us. There are only a select few coffeeshops worthy of the drive. The Coffee is very good and the service and friendliness are even better. Tried a scone today made by Scratch bakery and they never disappoint. This shop is definitely on our go to list!

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