The Coffee Ethic

A cute little coffee place in the cutest square in Springfield, MO! I just got an iced pumpkin spiced latte and brought my own cup for the planet ♻️ and for 10% OFF 😎. We are road tripping, but this would be such an adorable place to study or hang out. The girl who took was so sweet and helped with local recommendations.

I had such a wonderful experience at The Coffee Ethic! I ordered a rosemary latte and was thoroughly enjoying the vibe and my drink—until my clumsiness kicked in, and I accidentally spilled it everywhere. I was so embarrassed, but the staff was absolutely amazing. They immediately came over to help me clean my laptop and accessories, even though the spill was completely my fault. To top it off, they made me a new latte without hesitation. Rem, in particular, was so kind and understanding. Their customer service and kindness deserve a 10/10. Highly recommend this place!

PROs: Good location. Industrial and earthy along with local art decor. Clean and organized establishment. Food and coffee presented well. Coffee is great, the avocado toast was wonderful. Friendly staff and service. Pets are welcome inside. CONs: Street parking only. 30 minute parking on the square.

This coffee shop serves proper coffee. Macchiato, excuse the spelling. Avocado toast and vegetable quiche. Nice way to start your day. The staff here were very helpful. If you're in Springfield and need a pick me up stopping here will help.

My new favorite coffee spot. It's right off the downtown square. Beautiful views and a very unique and delicious blend of flavors for the coffee here. I had the Lavender Latte and the Blood Orange Nitro Latte. Both were fantastic! You will love the atmosphere, the service, and the coffee. You have to give the a try.

Amazing food, the best breakfast sandwich, coffee, and dessert I’ve ever had. I’m mind blown. Very reasonable prices as well. 11/10. Beautifully designed interior and great location for outdoor seating. Friendly staff and fantastic, quick service.

I come here often and the coffee and pastries are great. Today, I had the house brew coffee and the breakfast sandwich. It’s great! Also, their sweet potato muffin is incredible. Their iced coffees and seasonal drinks have been great as well. The atmosphere has good vibes and parking is easily accessible from adjacent streets. They even have 30 minute parking right outside for those who want to order on the go. Great vibes and this place is definitely on my list of top 3 coffee shops in Springfield. Check it out!

The Coffee Ethic never fails! Excellent lattes, avocado toast and sandwiches. If you haven't been you need to check them out. Also nice staff! A bit less attentive to making food today, more interested in talking to young woman. 😞

This coffee shop sits on the Historic Town Square, Springfield, MO. It is at site where Wild Bill Hickock was in a gunfight, and killed a beautiful young man. The coffee shop has a quiet, studious atmosphere. My latte was mild and soothing - just the way I like it.

I ran in to get coffee and something to eat for breakfast before we left Springfield to head back home. The vibe was nice and chill - very neat, clean, and cool. Three guys weee behind the counter and they were all friendly and pleasant. The lattes were really good! And the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich was great. It was not just open some cellophane and pop it in a microwave! We'll definitely be back next time we're in town!

Absolutely charming coffee shop located right in downtown Springfield. We were traveling through and i always look up local coffee shops to grab a drink and go. The girls working the counter were very welcoming and attentive! Their coffee is absolutely phenomenal i already looked up their website and realize you can order their coffee! I got pumpkin spice muffins for my kids to go and the girls bagged them separately for me. If i was local i would be a regular here easily. They also had no bake cookies, fresh scones and made to order avocado toast etc available.

One of my favorite coffee shops in Springfield. I love this place. Their coffee, baked goods, and breakfast items are delicious. I hope to someday come for a cocktail.

Came into town for a motorcycle ride. When I'm in a new place I'm always on the hunt for a gooood coffee shop. I typically judge by their americanos. I'm happy to say that The Coffee Ethic has an excellent iced americano. I was also in the mood for food Luckily they have a chocolate banana Espresso muffin. Absolutely delightful. Lots of seating. Nothing too comfy like a couch, but the chairs we sat in were great. Really modern and clean vibe. Great music and not too loud. I feel like the music matters a lot for the vibe of a coffee shop. Overall a great coffee shop to visit while you're in Springfield. Get your booty down to The Coffee Ethic.

I own three coffee shops in Orange County when I visit Springfield, Missouri this is the spot exceptional Coffee, exceptional service, Michelle, the owner could not be nicer and welcoming! And they actually know how to make a flat white in the appropriate sized cup!

The Coffee Ethic is one of the top choices in Springfield MO. Why did I say that? This is what happened. We saw tons of good reviews on Yelps so we decided to give it a try. They are under major construction, so we got a lavender latte to go. The latte is so delicious that we finished it in less than five minutes. So we go back immediately to grab another one, and order a bag of their Ethiopian beans so we can brew some at home as well. And they gave me a drip coffee to go for FREE because I bought a bag of bean. That's pretty cool! They have a few outdoor seatings, I guess if I had more time, I would slow down and chill for a bit, probably bring my dog with me as well. We have been doing pour over with their Ethiopian beans for a couple of days now, it's been great. The coffee is light roasted so you know it has to be in good quality.

The ambiance was nice. Friendly and helpful baristas. I got the cold brew on nitro and my wife got their summer solstice (cold brew coffee with ginger beer). The cold brew nitro wasn't the best tasting cold brew I've had, but it was still very satisfying. The nitro was well done, very smooth and frothy. Many places really mess this up, but Coffee Ethic did it right! The summer solstice on the other hand, we were not a fan. I can see how some people might enjoy it, but in our opinion it was a mixing of two good things that shouldn't be mixed. It tasted mostly like ginger beer with a hint of coffee aftertaste. Not our favorite. I would come back for the cold brew on nitro though!

They were out of kombucha :/ This lavender latte was good af though.... Gets 10/10 lemons in my book

Mediocre coffee at best. The shop aspires to reflect the ambiance of the greats like Onyx Coffee Labs, but leaves out a critical point. A good cup of joe. A classic case of lean on the aesthetic & experience so no one will notice our lack of product quality.

Best Coffee in Springfield! I love the ambience of the cafe. The staff is also very friendly.

Passing through town and mapped to Dunkin and this as listed as Dunkin Doughnuts (vs Donuts.) even though it was punked, I was very delighted by the outcome. Great coffee, cute place, decent price.

This place is hip, modern, and super fabulous. We stopped in for a quick brew on a friends recommendation and WOW we were blown away by the experience. The staff was cute and helpful, the mood was all over the walls and brewed right into the coffee. If you like what you drink, buy a bag of coffee beans to go! You can even ask staff to make the beans to grounds for you... they will accommodate!! Will visit again

Definitely one of the best coffee shops in the area. We don't come by that often but we are always on the lookout for coffee shops wherever we go. This space is amazing, open, airy and has interesting interior design. The counter has an interesting shape to it and there is a coffee roaster (?) on display. Of course I got chai latte, this is my favorite, and the blend of spices that they use.. really tasted different and strong! I leaned over to tell my husband that this might be one of the best chai lattes that I've ever tasted?! There's non caffinated drinks here as well for the kiddos. One got an italian soda and the other hot chocolate. Both were very happy with their selection of treats as well, a scone (to die for). The espresso muffin was also very delicious. I appreciated the care that the staff took to wipe down the tables and the door and handles. A++ for cleanliness!

My favorite coffee spot in Springfield! Located in Park Central Square, The Coffee Ethic is in the heart of downtown. The Coffee Ethic roasts high quality, single-origin beans on site and offers beers and seasonal wine as well as pastries! I went here every morning during my trip to Springfield and ordered their simple 12 oz drip house blend coffee. The atmosphere is great for catching up with a friend, reading a book, or studying/working. It was never too busy or loud any time I went (which was usually between 9 am and noon). P.S. The Coffee Ethic is a business that has implemented processes/products to be environmentally-friendly! I admire this because I make an effort to purchase from environmentally-conscious businesses before anything else :)

When I'm in town for work I like to stop by here for some downtime. The staff is always helpful and the coffee is strong. It's a pretty quiet place to put in the ear buds and send out a few emails. It's also a good place for a small business meeting.

Great coffee great energy! Friendly staff, convenient location. Got an americano both times I stopped by, shots were great. Thanks guys!

Looked for a local shop with a good rating and this place was hundreds above the next one in line so we stopped in. Great selection of cold and hot drinks. I ordered a hot SF Vanilla Latte and my wife ordered an Iced SF Vanilla latte. Both drinks were very good. If your in the general area Coffee Ethic is worth the stop.

A fantastic restaurant. Great food you don't find anywhere else with vegetarian options. Wonderful location and wonderful vibe to the place as well.

My cortado was well done, smooth. However, my wife's mocha was not warm enough and the chocolate chip walnut cookie that I ordered was not baked through.

Hipsters brew fantastic coffee, and I found them in Springfield at the Coffee Ethic. Also, it also serves as a popular study spot for Missouri State students. They roast their own beans and serve no BS-coffee. In other words, don't expect cream, syrups, or other sugary additives on your drinks there. I had an Americano, two shots of espresso and hot water, and I loved it. It was wake-my-tired-ass-up bold, not too bitter, and gave off a fantastic aroma. Did I grow chest hair? Possibly... For food, they offer, pastries oats, trail mix, and yogurt. With the exception of the pastries, if you love to eat clean, this is your spot. My coffee arrived pipping hot, and I didn't receive any eye rolls. Other things to note: -Lots of natural light here, so your Instagram photos will be on point. -Love the large wooden tables. -Their space sits in the middle of Downtown by a popular square. -Fair prices. Check out The Coffee Ethic, for yourself.

We ordered the hot latte and coffee both were incredible and smooth nice flavor not bitter oh and the protein balls are amazing!! I love traveling and finding amazing coffee you will jot be disappointed!!

The biggest thing I need from a coffee shop is a good cup of cold brew, and The Coffee Ethic provided just what I needed to kickstart my Monday morning. The remedy cold brew blend was smooth with hints of chocolate. The space was very open and bright. A few tables outside looking out to Park Central Square. Grab a cup of coffee and a baked good here and then go explore the cute little shops around the downtown area!

Awesome, awesome, awesome! Pumpkin Spice Latte was 100%. Natural flavors and not overwhelming. It's an expensive cup of coffee but it's worth it. Aesthetically pleasing all around. Filled with a modern crowd. Definitely a place for great conversation and even better coffee.

Great coffee! We bought beans for the house and some prepared drinks. Latte for my wife and a coffee for me. Both were very good.

It was a reasonably nice, aesthetically oriented establishment with a good tasting cappuccino. I barely interacted with the wait staff so I can't make much of a statement on that.

Was riding the bike and decided to pop in. I've been wanting to try this place for awhile, but just never found myself on foot around the square. The ambiance is very modern, and casual. Not lots of places to sit, but I'm sure if the weather was nice I'd be outside anyway. Ordered a cold coffee from a polite barista, and took my coffee to the prep table... Man why doesn't everyone have stevia yet?!!! I was pleasantly surprised by the robust flavor, not as strong as Starbucks, but not as light as Eurasia. The coffee had a nice rich blend of the two. By no means am I an expert; I just know Starbucks tastes burnt to me. An okay price not the cheapest or most expensive. Would definitely go again to set outside and enjoy a brew, also had no idea they sold beer!

For My whole childhood I have gone here and now I am 16 and enjoying to coffee shop. My parents and I have known the Owner since I was little and Michelle has done an amazing job, not just being a boring old owner that never shows up but interacting with the customers making sure they are enjoying themselves. I Love the Salted Brownie cookie and the Mocha Latte, it was a nice thing to have first thing in the morning. Another things is the Community is very Safe here, My dad went to a business meeting and was able to trust me and the Community in the building so he can do his job. I love How open they are to everyone here (cute mini pride flag I see you ;] ) and how sweet and kind the staff are. and if I could have a custom rating for this place I would probably say 10/5. The Style is nice, the smell is nice, not to mention then place is extremely clean. I enjoy the coffee place every time I go here and it is nice to remember my childhood here and current memories here as well.

Only coffee shop downtown with outdoor seating, delicious coffee, hip vibe and delicious treats. Plus they have booze! Can't beat The Coffee Ethic for a coffee date or study session. I personally love sitting outside listening to the fountain and people watching while I'm knocking work out. Downsides: It can be busy but that's because it's awesome here. Also, they only have vanilla sugar free syrup if that's what you're into like me.

We were in town visiting and decided to Yelp a few coffee shops. We tried The Coffee Ethic and liked it so much we didn't try any others! We came several times during our visit. The interior is lovely. The location is great. The coffee and snacks are delicious. The service was very, very good each time. The lattes were perfect. My brother thought the nitro coffee was "not just the best nitro coffee, but the best coffee period" that he'd ever had. On our last visit, they had FRESH chocolate chip muffins. They were amazing. We highly recommend this café.

I'm a simple coffee lover and a good latte is all I need and if that's you then look no further. The coffee ethic puts their passion into their coffee and it shows. Their caramel iced latte is my absolute favorite but any drink they make is incredible. They also have many snacks and pastries and have a great outdoor area!

I always recommend coffee ethic to people. It's in the square and very easy to find and the drinks are wonderful. All the employees are friendly, and the coffee shop vibes are on point.

Fantastic spot on the corner of the town center/loop with wifi. It is bright, modern, lots of nice people, plenty of tables, and good coffee. They don't have entree food, but have plenty of bake goods and some other local snacks. Come here for the coffee, tea, and a local beer flight.

Very yummy coffee and cute space but not much seating outside. Their nitro latte was very delicious and I'd order it again! Dog friendly on patio

Does not disappoint!! Location is great: theater/downtown area seems posed for a breakthrough, with a number of trendy/young evening stops. Ambience is excellent, upscale casual: professional, intellectual and artistic. The Coffee was...THE BEST! This place goes on my personal list of Best Coffee Houses in the US (alongside Klatch, Intelligentsia, Madcap, Handlebar and few others). I had a Guatemalan pour-over. It came in a mug on a wooden tray, with glass carafe holding the rest of the pour, and a printed card describing the bean, the region (with map), the farm and farm owner. I like my coffees with milk, but this coffee was perfect black: strong but not too..., smooth, balanced and slightly bright. Just perfect! Wife had oat milk latte, thrilled with the flavor (and the breath of lactose free options). We sat outside in the warm June sun, and shared a chocolate chip cookie-scone (something new to me, and even better than it sounds).

Having tried all the coffee shops that Kansas City had to offer, this coffee fanatic decided to was time to try out a new city's espresso. I chose 3 coffee shops to visit in Springfield and The Coffee Ethic was my first stop and also my favorite stop. The song "Runaway Train" was playing as I walked in, a soothing classic. I ordered a small latte for here. The guy behind me asked a lot of basic questions, and the barista answered them all patiently and correctly. I loved all the wooden tables and exposed brick throughout the shop. A sign read that they serve PT's coffee that was the 2009 roaster of the year. My latte had a rosetta in the foam and tasted perfectly smooth. Not bitter in the least, it was a perfect latte. What impressed me the most was that the barista checked up on all her tables like a waitress, asking her patrons if they needed another glass of water or she would clear their dishes away for them. The Coffee Ethic: You were my favorite coffee shop in Springfield.

the Latte is very good! I love it ! I like latte without serger or syrup so this place have the best latte in Springfield in my opinion.

Nice people. Good beverages. Prices moderately-high but not outrageous. Chai latte is the best in town I think.

The coffee is delicious. And the place over all is very clean and kind of a hipster atmosphere in an old downtown store front. The service was ok. Drinks were made quickly and properly. Definitely would go back! It's not far from the donut shop, Hurts Donuts too!!!!

The Coffee Ethic has a great vibe, strong internet, and approachable barista. The baked goods (I actually did a no bake cookie) are made in house and the healthy protein bars are from a cool place in Kansas City. Coffee in my thermos was literally like $2. 10/10 would recommend.

i am ENTHRALLED with this place the coffee machines are some of the fanciest things i have ever seen and i applaud the employees for being able to operate such contractions. the walls are covered with art created by local artists and they are for sale so that's very cool! the coffee was delicious. i will definitely be coming back!!

Hip and Nice Downtown Patio but... Too much acidity in the espresso due to the size of their pour combined to their roasting technique. I got served a double espresso in a demitasse cup. Not everyone drink ristretto poured espressos, like not everyone eat rare burgers. Roast slightly longer and darker & ask guests how they like their coffee poured. Nice looking spot, but nothing "ethic" about the coffee and its service. There's better coffee drinking spots in Springfield!

The chocolate cappuccino is perfect for anyone who loves really rich chocolate. The barista was very nice & quick. The atmosphere was aesthetically pleasing. I highly recommend!

So let's talk about their ice cubes. They're the best Ice cubes. I love their ice cubes.

Great great coffee. I very much enjoyed my latte! Cool atmosphere as well. Give them a try.

Minimalist type coffee shop. Not many drink options to choose from. The logo is neat. Located in the square downtown. They have a few pastry options. Also serve beer and wine.

Great coffee shop! The coffee and espresso drinks are amazing and they offer different brewing techniques and roasts. The atmosphere is nice and it's an awesome place to meet with friends or study/read. It can be a little loud with music and people talking when it gets busy, but definitely worth checking out!

This shop has a nice space and friendly staff. The coffee is alright, but comes in second to Kingdom a few blocks away. Overall, this might be ideal for study group, but caffeine and chill maybe not.

Fan-frickin-tastic. Ever since I started traveling for work to Springfield on the regular, it seems that the Queen City finds another establishment to impress me. Well, The Coffee Ethic absolutely blows my mind. This is a top tier coffee shop, Springfield or otherwise. You'd be wise to check it out. First of all and most importantly, they pour an incredibly high quality product that they're knowledgeable about to boot! Whether you want a pour-over or an espresso drink, they've got you covered. It looks like they're currently serving beans from PT's Coffee out of Topeka, KS. Learn that name, coffee geeks. You'll be hearing it a lot more in the future. Oh, and they have beer, wine and liquor, if that's how you'd prefer to start your day. The atmosphere is on point. I absolutely love their coffee bar, with its Frank Gehry-esque facade made of curved dark woods. Table options range from private spots for one to larger spots for meetings spaces, and even communal tables with reclaimed wood beams as seats. With great lighting (a mix of natural and store-bought) and brick walls, this place is like a sexy sexy loft that happens to sell great coffee. As I write the review, I go back and forth on the music. Sometimes it's great. Currently being played? Spin Doctors, which isn't even good ironically. But, that's why Jesus gave us headphones, right? Still, I can't help but think that a consistently solid music program would make this place the abso-frickin-lutely best coffee shop on the planet. I approve.

I am not originally from Springfield, but I attended college there and one of my favorite places in Springfield is The Coffee Ethic. Prior to living in SGF I was not big into coffee but a friend invited me along to go to The Ethic with him. One of the BEST decisions of my life! The mocha is excellent but my fave is the regular house coffee. It's cheap yet exquisite. The Coffee Ethic is my first stop whenever I visit Springfield. I am addicted.