Tomlinson Cafe

I got to visit this coffee shop today and as a public (non-student) visitor, I had a great time.

A couple of tips:
There is limited parking at the Student Center where the coffee shop is located. I parked at the chapel and walked up a short hill to get to the entrance. You can see the coffee shop from the entrance, so easy to find.
The seating options are varied as there are a couple of tables and high tops for laptop users and some great comfy armchairs that are also available.
The wifi password is posted on the wall by the main doorway, so that was a bonus.
There is outdoor seating as well, just off of the main entrance, which is next to a Christian bookstore (that is also open to the public).
The coffee is local (PT's) and the drip was good and very reasonably priced. They have a nice pour over menu as well but I didn't sample those this time.
I enjoyed the welcoming and beautiful architecture and was able to get a few hours of work done at this new-to-me spot. Very thankful it is open to the public!

Just to warn you, this is an on campus coffee shop so if you are okay with the college student atmosphere then you will likely love this place. Good coffee (one of the best in the northland) and very kind service from my experience. Seating can be difficult to find on certain days at certain times because students are often using them. Definitely worth a try to see if you like the vibe.

I love the Tomlinson Cafe! Their coffee is consistent, their staff is friendly and always willing to help, and the environment of the shop is great! Given that this is on a college/seminary campus, the shop strikes a great balance of both being open during standard "coffee shop" hours, while also matching the rhythms of the campus (closing for chapel, holidays, etc.). The Northland needed a great coffee shop with quality coffee and atmosphere, and Tomlinson delivers on that every day!

Tomlinson Cafe is a wonderful little place to get coffee. Serves Messenger coffee (a Kansas City staple! Located within Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, the staff is friendly and engaging. They have great dark and light roast coffee as well as a host of delicious latte options. They have unique coffee options as well like the cold brew lemonade (don’t knock it tell you try it!) All in all a great place that serves a wonderful seminary.

Tomlinson Cafe is a great place to stop by for some great coffee and pastries. What makes this cafe exceptional, though, is the incredibly kind and intentional service given by the baristas. They are careful to not only get your order correct, but to ask about your day and get to know you as a customer - something you definitely don't find in every coffee shop!

If fantastic coffee (and having good books in close proximity) give you joy, then you definitely want to check out Tomlinson Cafe! The coffee and food are amazing, the atmosphere in the Mathena Student Center is perfect as a place to study or to hang out, plus the Sword and Trowel bookstore next door has all sorts of great books to go along with the great coffee.

I love my visits to Tomlinson! The staff are always kind and helpful, and always willing to have a conversation. Their seasonal specials are always fun, and the atmosphere is open and airy with cozy seating and lots of windows. Plus, they serve Messenger Coffee which is one of the best in KC!

I really love the Tomlinson. This is one of the earliest opening and latest closing coffee shops in KC and a great place to study. The baristas are kind and energetic and the coffee is excellent.
Top of my list!

The Tomlinson Cafe is arguably the best coffee shop in the Northland.
- Top quality Messenger coffee,
- Knowledgeable and friendly baristas, and
- plentiful seating is bookstore/student center for studying and hangs!

Tomlinson Cafe is the place to be. An excellent atmosphere for both studying and catching up with friends. If you're like me and don't enjoy coffee they have tea, bottled drinks, pastries, and even ice cream.

Solid shop with high quality coffee and pastries. Haven’t been able to find a good coffee shop in the Northland since moving here, but TC definitely has provided that. Great people working there, and solid coffee/food/ice cream!

A small shop with big names! Messenger, KC Baking Co, and Betty Rae’s = quality drinks and treats. Their staff is friendly and they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. There’s a bookstore next door too!

I love the coffee and people at Tomlinson Cafe! They've done a great job providing excellent service and creating a comfortable space to gather with others.

Good coffee, great baristas. Both worth spending time with. 10/10 would recommend.

The latte I had was delicious; Much better than the coffee from the big chains. The service was very friendly, too.

Great cafe with super friendly staff! It is also a great place to study or meet with a group!

GREAT coffee and even better service! I love going here for all my caffeine needs!

Good service and great coffee, keep the great work going!

Very good coffee and peaceful atmosphere...

Great service. Great style. Overall good people.