Café Ollama — Restaurant in Kansas City

Seemed cramped from photos and it was, no privacy of conversation, my friend's head was almost touching another person's sitting behind us waiting for their order.

Got a huge 24oz Mami Gloria with no size options for $7, bit much for 2 shots of espresso and coca cola. I didn't need it that large and I didn't end up finishing it. No lid given with drink (yes, it has foam, but after foam goes down I want to be able to carry the drink or at least have some spill protection).

No restroom for customers, which is a bad combination with 24oz of caffeine. I realize it's been hot so A/C is struggling, but it was also still air that made us intermittently sweaty and anxious. A ceiling fan would be a welcome addition. I don't go to coffee shops usually, but would prefer a cozier atmosphere and smaller drink options to entice returning there. I wouldn't go there again and only recommend getting a...

Ollama is just what Kansas City has needed. In my travels, national and international, I happen upon unique, specialized coffee shops and I revel in the quintessential experience. It's high time for Kansas City to get something like this. It's a place for those born and raised in Hispanic culture to order items we grew up with; and it's a place for people who weren't to explore something new. You're not going to find a latte here. No pink drinks, no a frappes. But you will find a balanced coffee, tea or Mexican chocolate drink, warm and iced options. If you just want to dip your toe into the new experience, go for the house specialty, Cafè de Olla. Parking is street parking. Pandemic guidelines...

My wife and I just moved to downtown KC from Newport Beach, California & we are so thankful to have discovered this hidden gem! I was blown away by how beautifully the owner decorated the inside of the intimate coffee shop, how delicious the coffee was, and how incredibly wonderful she was to us both! There are definitely a lot of wonderful spots in the city, but this place now holds a special place in my heart and I will frequent this spot often!

PS: I apologize I didn’t include a picture of my coffee, I couldn’t help myself from finishing it before I took these pictures - it was the most delicious coffee I ever had! “La Tia Rosa” is the name...