Refund Policy
LIGHTHOUSE COFFEE & MERCANTILE – REFUND POLICY
Last updated: Aug. 7 2025
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1. Food & Beverage Sales
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All brewed drinks, bottled beverages, grab-and-go items, and prepared foods are final sale.
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We will replace or refund a food or drink item only if required by applicable law (for example, documented contamination or a manufacturing recall).
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If you are unhappy with the taste or temperature of a beverage while you are still in the café, please let us know immediately—at our discretion we’ll remake it once, but no cash or card refund will be issued.
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2. Merchandise Sold by Lighthouse
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Refunds or exchanges are available only for merchandise that we own and brand ourselves (e.g., Lighthouse-logo mugs, T-shirts, tumblers).
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Eligibility conditions:
• The item is defective in materials or workmanship and
• You contact us within 14 days of purchase with proof of purchase (digital receipt or original paper receipt). -
Accepted resolutions (our choice):
• Exchange for the same item (if in stock)
• Store credit in the amount paid
• Refund to the original payment method -
“Defective” means the product arrives damaged, has a manufacturing flaw, or fails under normal use. Wear-and-tear, misuse, or accidental damage are not covered.
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3. Third-Party or Consignment Products
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Goods supplied by guest artists, independent makers, or other vendors are non-refundable and non-exchangeable through Lighthouse.
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Any warranty or remedy provided by the maker will be listed on the product tag or insert; please contact the vendor directly.
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4. How to Request a Refund or Exchange
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Email lighthousecoffeeandmercantile@gmail.com with:
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Subject line “Refund Request – [Order # or Date]”
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Your name and contact info
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Item description and clear photos of the defect (for merchandise claims)
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We will acknowledge your request within 3 business days.
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Approved returns must be brought or shipped (at your expense) to:
Lighthouse Coffee & Mercantile, 901 S. Maiden Ln, Joplin MO 64801 -
Once we verify the defect, we will process the exchange, store credit, or refund within 7 business days.
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5. Non-Refundable Costs
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Shipping fees and gift-wrap charges are non-refundable unless we shipped the wrong or defective item.
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Gift cards and digital download products are final sale.
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6. Statutory Rights
Nothing in this policy limits any consumer rights you may have under Missouri or federal law. If those laws require a remedy beyond what is stated here, we will comply.
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Questions? Email lighthousecoffeeandmercantile@gmail.com.
