Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile

227 SE Main St, Lee's Summit, MO 64063, United States
+1 816-525-4545
$$$ Coffee shop
(726 Reviews)

Welcome to Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile, a charming gem nestled in the heart of downtown Lee's Summit, MO, at 227 SE Main St. This vibrant coffee shop invites you to step back in time while enjoying a delightful culinary experience. The atmosphere is brimming with warmth, enhanced by the sight and sound of trains rolling by, making it not just a stop for coffee, but a joyful retreat for community and connection.

At Whistle Stop, you’ll discover a menu crafted with love and attention to detail, perfect for early risers or those seeking a leisurely brunch. Begin your day with the Monte Ham, an irresistible concoction of baby Swiss cheese, raspberry jam, and egg perfectly nestled between slices of multigrain bread, finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for just $10.45. If you're leaning towards something more savory, the Coffee Hog Avocado Toast is a must-try, featuring house-smoked sausage, avocado, and eggs, bringing rich flavors to your palate at $11.22.

For those who prefer simplicity, the Simply Cado Avocado Toast, dressed with maldon sea salt, starts at just $7.92 and is equally delightful. And don’t miss the Rich Girl Oatmeal, a heavenly mix of bananas, honey, pecans, and peanut butter for only $6.93, offering a nourishing start to your day.

Complement your meal with one of their gourmet drip coffees, such as the meticulously brewed Cortado, which brings together two shots of espresso with an equal part of steamed milk for $3.00. Or indulge in the featured flavored drip coffee for $3.19, a daily surprise that keeps patrons coming back for more. And of course, if you’re in the mood for something a bit sweeter, don’t overlook the housemade whipped chocolate milk, a treat for just $3.22.

Customers rave about the inviting atmosphere and friendly service. As Kara, a loyal customer, enthusiastically shares, “If I could give this place 15 stars I would!! The food is always amazing, the workers are super friendly, and the atmosphere is so welcoming.” With such heartfelt testimonials, it’s clear that both the quality of the food and the warmth of the staff elevate the experience at Whistle Stop.

Whether you're stopping in for a quick cup of coffee or planning to linger with friends over a delicious meal, Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile provides the perfect backdrop. Each visit feels like a reunion with old friends, where friendly conversations are easy to spark among fellow patrons. So, if you find yourself in Lee's Summit, make it a priority to visit Whistle Stop—it’s a delightful journey for your taste buds that you won’t soon forget.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Small Business
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
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Monday

6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday

6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday

6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday

6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday

6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

726 Reviews
Kara

02 Aug 2025

If I could give this place 15 stars I would!! I love Whistle Stop!! The food is always amazing, the workers are super friendly, the drinks are always made with care, and the atmosphere is so welcoming. It's always so fun to see the trains go by, and the auxiliary room is a nice place to get work done. Can't recommend it enough :)

Caroling G

01 Aug 2025

First visit. Jammy Tomato avocado toast was delicious. I loved the flavors, it has a LOT of avocado! Not a complaint, just fair warning if you don't happen to like thingssauce-y? Not sure how else to describe that. LOVED the German chocolate Mocha latte. Good service, very busy so seating is probably limited at peak times.

amethyst campbell

09 Jul 2025

Seems like it would be a fun place to work! Lighting bright, comfortable and inviting. Service was great, speedy and accurate. Food was very good.

Gabriella Moore

03 Jul 2025

I’m visiting from Florida with my mom and we were looking for colada and found this donut place by the tracks. Let me tell you by far the best workers there and they are genuinely amazing even with having a little side talk. Best experience and also the atmosphere when you first open the door is welcoming like your going to a family friends house but you don’t anyone just warm vibes.

Zack Thomas

23 Jun 2025

Just popped in for the first time since the new opening. This place is legit. I'm in the back seating area that leads out to a patio. it's very nice. I got a dark roast, Volcan (spelling may be wrong) and it's fantastic. The roast on it reminds me of sipping coffee next to a campfire. This may be my new place for writing too. And thank baby Jesus, that there's some comfortable seating! OPEN ON SUNDAYS Change that on Google please. I just happened to drive by thinking that the Internet may not be updated yet.

Dave Hill

20 Jun 2025

If I'm in the mood for a great coffee while in the area... the Whistle Stop is my go-to coffee shop. Depending on the time of day, you might have to wait in line for a while... but that OK... lines tend to form where products and service are excellent!

Thomas Johnson

06 Jun 2025

From the craft of the food to the historic downtown Lee's Summit atmosphere, Whistle Atop gets five stars from me. The food is phenomenal. The staff is polite and welcoming. I had the Saucy CJ and my wife had the spinach artichoke paining. Both were excellent. The food is scratch-made. The red pepper sauce had just the right amount of heat. The staff were incredibly helpful in selecting menu items and accommodated our special requests. The Whistle Stop is a Lee's Summit gem.

Kamron LaMar

31 May 2025

Whistlestop is a Lee's Summit downtown coffee shop. fixed with a casual atmosphere, fast paced staff, and lots of coffee with menu items to get you either a nice pastry or a sandwich as well. We went at a time when there were a lot of people there, so keep that in mind while reading. The restaurant itself: Whistlestop has basically 2 entrances when they are open; The front door, and a back door that is garage style looking, that leads to a back walking alleyway. When you walk in the front door you will see a nice array of booths on the side walls and tables in the middle. In the center of the room is where the magic of coffee happens. The space itself is a tighter space, so to maneuver around you need to squeeze by people if there are other people there. Now the space isn't bad at all, in fact we were able to move around nicely even waiting in line. And if you think the space is tight then have some sympathy for the staff, because they were all stuffed in the middle maneuvering around about 5-6 people at once. The website states that they take "pride in the comfortable space" and I have to say they should be proud. even when busy, the space is indeed comfortable. That being said, at the busy time it was pretty loud in the main area, we could speak but the noise during the busy time was noticeable. However, when we went to the back area to eat it was very quiet and a comfortable space. Their website doesn't lie very pleased. Cleanliness: A place of business can be a make or break in this department. one bad experience and you want to give a 1 star review, so presentation matters. So is Whistlestop clean? Yes, very clean. I even got a small glimpse into the kitchen on my way by and could see that they take cleanliness seriously. Tables were clean, machines were clean, booths were clean, the bathrooms were clean, even the staff looked clean and well groomed. In this area, I am very impressed that even during a rush, and lots of people, the place managed to look and stay cleaned. whoever is operating the cleanliness is doing a very good job. Food, Drinks, and Menu: Including Breakfast, Lunch and Pastries, we have a total of 52 items listed on the website to choose from. Quite the selection, not including Pastries, we have 33 items to choose from for breakfast and lunch. Everything on the menu was for all day, so having 33 items that need to be cooked once ordered, is quite a lot of items. Going to the counter and ordering seemed a bit overwhelming with the amount of items displayed, along side the coffees. Easy to navigate, takes some time, but perhaps too much. This comes to make sense when we get to the food. -Food: From the menu we got the Quiche, Protein power bowl, blackberry jam bar, and a donut. The Quiche was very good. had the flavors you'd expect to be in there, good consistency with the crust, and good mixture of the ingredients, making it one of the better put together Quiches we've had, however it did taste like it was just microwaved. We didn't ask if it was made in house. but still good. The Protein power bowl, was ok. It tasted kind of bland, and not a lot of seasoning on any of the meats. the sauce is what made the bowl shine, but unfortunately, the eggs tasted like just salt and pepper and a little overcooked. The rest of the meats were ok, nothing to write home about though. the tomato's and cheese were ok. the Blackberry jam bar, and donut were very good. the crust on the bar wasn't too hard or too soft, and melted in your mouth, and gave your mouth an amazing aftertaste . the donut was very good too, and creme filled, which surprised me, very good. nothing to complain about on those. Drinks: I got a brewed coffee, and got there volcano blend and it was amazing. in terms of coffee and just the blends, they have that nailed down. My Wife got the Cherry Pie latte, with coconut milk. very good. we have to say that this is probably our go to place for coffee if we ever go downtown. The owner wants Whistlestop to be a staple for the community, and I believe she has achieved that highly recommend.

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