Tomlinson Cafe

"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 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!"

"Sadly we we’re excited to try a new coffee shop in Gladstone area. Google states their hours as if they are a public place, this place is exclusive to students who have special access to the building. Needless to say we couldn’t get in and were just stared at by the Christian employees and students."

"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."

"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!"