One of the most unassuming little cafes and bars that you may not expect recently opened earlier this year at 1640 E. Waterman St. Goldfinch Coffee & Cocktails gave a major renovation to a 1920s building that used to be a gas station a century ago and turned it into a cafe in the morning and a hip little bar in the evenings.
1640 E Waterman St., Wichita, KS 67211
316-796-5568
Monday-Tuesday: 7am – 2pm
Wednesday-Thursday: 8am – 11pm
Friday-Saturday: 8am – 11pm
Sunday: 8am – 9pm
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Inside there’s a hotel lobby feel that I was told was inspired by New York and New Orleans.
This place is truly the definition of a “hidden gem”. Something that’s tucked away in a part of town that most people wouldn’t expect to find a coffee shop or a bar. But now you can at the northwest corner of Hydraulic and Waterman.
From the outside looking in, most people would never be able to guess just what’s waiting inside.
There are multiple rooms inside Goldfinch including a patio that faces the southside of the building along with a private party room that can be reserved.
The morning options feature a limited food menu with sandwiches, bagels, a quiche and a couple more items along with a full coffee menu. Meanwhile the drink menu has a curated selection of classic and signature cocktails and martinis and beer.
Long time readers know I’m not a coffee person but will always leverage this platform to pass the word on about cafes that are opening around town. I know nothing about coffee and avoid reviewing it but am always happy to share when new options open.
During one of my two visits to Goldfinch, I ordered a Hye Park Pick-Me-Up along with a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on an artisan roll. The drink was fine… like I said I know nothing about it. And unfortunately the roll my sandwich came in was a little hard for my liking.
It was all fine though as I was able to get some work done and enjoyed my time there.
My second visit there was accompanied by some friends as we made a quick stop just to get a look inside Goldfinch.
I can confirm the Una Vida tequila shots were fantastic.
Final Thoughts on Goldfinch Coffee & Cocktails:
As I’ve said before, coffee isn’t necessarily my thing. The whole point for me to drop by was to check it out, get a bit of work done, support a new local business and help get the word out.
I’m a big fan of what the owners have done with this place. They took a place in a corner of Wichita that probably doesn’t get a lot of traffic or even appreciation. Then turn it into something that many people can enjoy.
Really cool swanky vibes inside Goldfinch and will certainly be back.
Goldfinch Coffee & Cocktails menu:
Happy Dining,
Eddy
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