Filling Station Coffee I Johnson Drive — Restaurant in Overland Park

6:30am - The sky was lightly crying on this dark Kansas City morning where visibility was minimal and awareness was maximized. Buildings were barely able to be seen through the oddly optimistic fog. If it wasn’t for the red and blue lights of an open sign dancing in the dark I may have driven past this unique “filling station” of sorts. I entered…

The old garage aesthetic was fitting and evident as you enter and observe colorful motorcycle gas tanks hung artistically along the welcoming wall. Industrial chic stylistic overtones in both furniture and accent choices emulsify into what is the Filling Station brandology. The aroma of the brew reeled me into the counter like a subservient sea bass on the hook. An overhead menu was clear and concise which made my choice for a Md Coffee and a Veggie Clutch Burrito an easy one.

After one sip of the coffee it was evident that it had some serious horsepower. Immensely flavorful with a dark cocoa finish that temporarily made my eye twitch…and 90% of the time that’s always a good thing. The Veggie Clutch came out fast and although Burritos are not visually stimulating I knew that it was gonna be something special at first gander. It had a crisp to it which seals it up so when you bite into it you don’t have to worry about it unraveling and sending hot cheddar down your sleeve. It was also served with a delicious salsa verde and hot sauce. Didn’t even have to ask:). My first bite was filled with so much perfection it caused me to whip out my iPhone and start looking on Zillow for homes in the area because I needed to be closer to this thing. Whoever rolled this burrito must be pretty good at rolling lots of things…

Cafes typically have a lot of transient customers but on this dim morning it seemed like everyone who walked in…just hung out like wet socks. It was truly a vibe inside. My photos were minimal as I opted not to blow my cover as the coolest reviewer this side of the equator but you’ll get the gist. Give this place a try! #coffee #pastries #breakfast #lunch #juices #lattes GALORE! Thanks for reading and follow @realreviewseverything as I continue my way around the states giving my takes:) 450,000 views and...

Sydney is extremely rude. Her attitude & demeanor is very uninviting. I kindly asked her to clarify my total only because it seemed a little higher than I anticipated for a latte & she was impatient & extremely condescending. She actually never answered my question. After that short interaction I decided I did not want to spend my money there, I told her my experience felt cold & i left. She was unphased. When I got back in my car I realized she didn’t greet me or the gentleman that walked in behind me. She didn’t smile once & just seemed miserable. I patiently waited quite awhile at the register before ordering while she made drinks, which was totally fine because she was the only one working, but she never acknowledge me or said hey, I’ll be right with you . It was a very uncomfortable experience. I’ve never felt invited the times I’ve come, always feels blah, but I decided to give it another shot & I wish I hadn’t. There’s so many other coffee shops in KC with incredible & kind baristas and I’ll go there gladly over this place with unprofessional staff who do not show care or kindness...

The coffee shop that I ask myself "Why am I here?" every time I am here. It is the closest coffee shop to my house and always try to think optimistically that maybe this time will be different. I've had been coming here for over four years (yes, why would you keep coming to a place over and over when you receive the same results? Insanity...am I right?). I thought once the extremely rude guy that worked there was gone things would be different. Wrong. Service is traditionally rude and short. I did come in contact with a nice gentleman who was very helpful about the menu. Other times the young ladies will talk extremely loud behind the registers. If you haven't been to this place, it isn't big either. You can hear everything from where they are partying after work to the new boy they are talking to even with headphones in. Today I walked in and figured it would be a quiet afternoon. Wrong again. Music was blaring so loudly I verbally said outloud "Wow, it's loud in here." I'm sure all this sounds like I'm some crabby old lady, and I'm not. I just want a normal coffee shop to do...