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☕️ Five coffee shops to expect in 2026

🏟️ Where do you want the Royals stadium?

🍸 Neighborhood dining in the heart of Brookside

🤔 Tuesday Trivia: Metcalf South Shopping Center

Opening

Five Coffee Shops to Expect in 2026

Current State Roasting Co.

There’s just something exciting about a new coffee shop opening in your neighborhood. Whether it’s for the coffee, the baked goods, a new place to gather, or just the vibes, coffee shops are good for communities!

Here are five that are coming in 2026 that we have our eye on:

Current State Coffee Roasting - 11217 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203
- The trio of Josh Greenlee (Seleno Coffee), Nick Robertson (Messenger Coffee Co.), and David Weber will open the new roastery and European-style cafe in downtown Shawnee. Expected early 2026.
Veil Cafe - 800 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64105
- A Mexican-inspired cafe in the Harvey Dutton Lofts in the Garment District in downtown KCMO. Expected soon(ish).
Janssen’s House Coffee - 4041 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64111
- Janssen’s House will be one of the only (if not THE only) coffee shops in America to serve coffee grown, roasted, and shipped by themselves at a family farm in Huila, Colombia. Expected early 2026.
Mocha Point Yemeni Coffee - 8641 W 135 St, Overland Park, KS 66223
- Kansas City’s first Yemeni coffee shop will be family-owned and stay open late: 10pm on weekdays and midnight on weekends. Expected January 2026.
Cornflower Baked Goods - 10555 Mission Road, Leawood, KS 66206
- A new bakery and coffee shop from Megan Garrelts (Rye) will open just next door to Rye Leawood in Mission Farms. Expected spring 2026.

Follow along with each for the official opening dates! Or just stay up-to-speed by opening your KC Daily newsletters. 😉

Development

The Royals Stadium Saga Continues

KC Daily

Despite missing the December 31st deadline to present a STAR Bond agreement to the State of Kansas, the Royals’ future in Kansas may not be off the table.

Sunflower Baseball: Although unlikely, multiple Kansas legislators told FOX4 this weekend that a stadium could still end up in Johnson County. The Aspiria Campus in South Overland Park has been a leading contender, although it has faced public backlash.
Downtown Baseball: On the other side of State Line, Kansas City council members are bullish on a move to Washington Square Park in downtown KCMO. That site is already owned by the city and would likely not face a public vote.

Of the three proposed stadium locations, which has your vote? 🏟️

Food & Drink

Local Restaurant Spotlight: Cru Bistro & Bottles

Anna Petrow

Cru Bistro & Bottles is a cozy neighborhood bistro located in the heart of Brookside, offering locally sourced cuisine, craft cocktails, and a curated selection of small-production wines. Perfect for everyday dining, date nights, special occasions, or weekend brunch.

🍴 Bistro-fare, seasonal menu, brunch

📍128 W 63rd St, Kansas City, MO 64113

Brookside is one of our favorite neighborhoods in all of Kansas City, and Cru is one of our favorite restaurants in all of Brookside! Plan your next visit and take 20% off with our 2026 Daily Dine Card.

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In Other News…

💡 Lights Stay On: The Plaza Lights will now stay on through Valentine’s Day on February 14th. Does this mean Christmas isn’t over?
🍕 Pizza & Coffee: Ase Coffee in Grandview is now serving Detroit-style pizza. They softly launched this past weekend, with pizzas available Friday & Saturday from 4-9pm.
👜 In the Bag: Coach, best known for their high-end handbags and designer apparel, will open at Town Center Crossing in Leawood. It will replace Rockhill Grille, which closed in 2024.
❌ Taco to You Later: After 2 years in business, Barrio Taqueria has closed its doors in Midtown KCMO. Barrio restaurants in Brookside, Red Bridge, and Briarcliff will remain open.
🎤 Charlie’s Coming: Starlight Theater announced that Charlie Puth will bring his Whatever’s Clever! World Tour to Kansas City on May 13th. Ticket presale begins today at 10am.
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