Stepped into this local coffee shop and it was everything great! The staff were super friendly and…read morekept things moving efficiently, even with a steady stream of customers. I grabbed a bacon, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel with avocado... a classic, but it was perfectly made and absolutely hit the spot. Enjoyed every bite out on their lovely patio in the back. Definitely a good spot!

This is my second time visiting this neighborhood coffee shop in a residential area of Tower Grove…read moresouth. It is LGBT friendly and affirming. It's definitely a safe place. There is a one person unisex bathroom. They have an entrance with a few steps or a full ramp to enter. It is street parking only and I've always been able to get a close parking spot as many residents in the neighborhood walk there. There are scattered tables throughout the restaurant. There are plants in the front window, local artists artwork on the wall for sale and a glass case full of goodies. You order at the counter and they bring your order to the table when it's ready. On this visit, I ordered a breakfast bowl that had potatoes, eggs, cheese, spinach and tomatoes, with a side of toast. I also ordered a black pepper & rosemary scone, and a cold brew coffee. Everything was absolutely delicious. Besides this establishment having a wonderful and welcoming vibe, the staff is top-tier. They were so incredibly kind, friendly and patient. Absolutely love them!

The best afternoon tea experience in st louis. Food, service and ambiance is top notch…read more The sandwiches and the scone for the Windsor tea set was very good. We don't really like the short bread cookies. Love the Paris by Day tea. Highly recommended.

Such a treat. Pricey but not something done often and when you reserve for an out of town family…read moreget together, it is fancy fun. Service is impeccable, attentive. We had a private room for our party of 9 (charge added). Enjoyed a pre- cocktail, choice of tea and then our tiered service menu. Accommodated an allergy need as well. Gratuity included for larger parties. A tradition with us and we look forward to it every year.

No brownies. The menu of desserts change. But they will have a gf v item. At least one…read more While we couldn't partake the service was great. Place was clean.

After visiting the Farmers Market, I needed more coffee, so I stopped in at Piper's Tea and Coffee…read more I have been a couple of times before, but it isn't near my home area so haven't been often. It is a really cute space with lots of different types of seating. I really enjoy some of the local art they display. Service was friendly, upbeat and with a smile and conversation. I got a Mocha with oat milk, and it came up quickly. I sat for a bit and sipped the mocha; it was really good - lots of chocolate and coffee flavor! They had a pop-up smoothie bowl going on, I had eaten a few things at the market so didn't have room but it looked great!

Mokabe's has quickly become one of my favorite cafés in the area. The atmosphere is exactly what…read moreyou'd expect from a coffee shop on Grand--welcoming, eclectic, and full of character. The staff is always friendly and helpful, the food comes out quickly, and the shaded patio is a great place to sit and enjoy your meal. The espresso shake was absolutely delicious, but the Lou Melt was the standout of my visit. The bread had the perfect crunch on the outside while staying soft on the inside, and unlike many steak burgers , it wasn't greasy at all. The French Dip was just okay. It could have used a bit more flavor, and I wish there had been more meat on the sandwich. The bread, however, was fresh, airy, and incredibly soft, which helped make it enjoyable. The Caesar salad was another highlight. The kale was massaged just enough to make it tender while still keeping a nice crunch, and every bite left me wanting more. The Greek salad wasn't quite as memorable. The dressing tasted mostly like oil with only a slight hint of vinegar, so it felt like it was missing the bold, tangy flavors I was expecting. I also ordered an iced vanilla latte, which was excellent. It was smooth, not overly sweet, and didn't have the bitter taste that some coffee drinks can have. Overall, Mokabe's offers a warm, inviting atmosphere, consistently friendly service, and a menu with several standout items. While a couple of dishes could use a little more seasoning, I'd happily come back for the Lou Melt, Caesar salad, coffee, and the overall experience.

I got the iced Vietnamese coffee. It was delicious and so smooth! It's a great source of caffiene…read moreif you need an extra kick. I love the atmosphere and the bullentin board with community resources. I recommend everyone check it out! Thanks to the baristas who were so kind and quick!

Went here on the recommendation of the folks at Read a Book. It reminded me of a swankier version…read moreof Dark Magic in Chicago with all the skull decor. I had a pour over of the Jaime Nuñez bean and a brie and blueberry croissant. That blend was as described. That may have been the juiciest coffee I have ever had in life. Perfect for summer. The crossaint was so flaky and buttery. And for me the pricing was very competitive. My only disappointments were in how eat in items were served. I was killing time in between events and so the pour over came in the glass carafe it dripped into but came wiith a nice stoneware small cup to drink out of. The stoneware kept the heat but couldn't contain the entirety of the pour. So the remainder in the glass cooled pretty quickly that way. Also I had the crossaint warmed but it fries the brie. That's on me for the request but it would have been great if someone could have caught that for me.

As of 2025, Sump remains my favorite coffee spot in the STL area. I buy their beans to use at home…read moreconsistently and still get a latte every time I'm in the area. They recently had a sticky toffee pudding latte and it was 10/10. Thanks, Sump & team for consistently providing a quality roast! *Fun note, Sump was my first non-Starbucks latte experience, and it truly changed my life.

Food was so good but DO NOT get the croffle. We had the breakfast burrito (which was fab) and the…read morenutella and ham and cheese (pictured) croffles. Thought we were eating cheese but it was a glob of completely raw dough in the middle... Coffee and burritos were wonderful. Flavor of the croffles were spot on, we just prefer them cooked all the way through. pictured is some of the dough I scooped out of the middle of our ham and cheese one.

I was already familiar with Upshot Coffee's game from a visit to their Clayton location a few weeks…read moreago. I tried the breakfast burrito, and it honestly changed my life. I was able to get off drugs and reconnect with my family as the result of eating a burrito. You can imagine my excitement, then, when it was announced that a group I run with was meeting at this Tower Grove South location. I wasn't crazy about getting up early the day after America's 250th birthday, and there was the slight possibility that I'd barf during my run around Tower Grove Park (people might think I was back on drugs), but I was willing to risk it for the, erm, burrito. Actually, it occurred to me that I might try something else, for the sake of citizen food journalism. Then my decision was made for me when I saw that they carry a bagel with lox. I've eaten literally a million bagels with lox, going back to the 1980s, but only either at home or at places that aren't very good, like Einstein Bros. Alas, I was informed that the bagel with lox was currently unavailable, because they were out of lox. Which struck me as odd, given that lox is not served fresh. It's not like they had to go pull it out of the water that morning or have it flown in from Alaska, packed in ice. Was there a run on the lox due to a nearby media-industry convention? Did they accidentally leave it sitting out overnight? I imagine that would smell crazy. I went with the Everything, which may have been the better choice anyway. Named after the famous bagel seasoning, it's essentially a bacon, egg and cheese on a bagel with cream cheese and a tomato. But describing it that way doesn't really do it justice. You have to attempt to wrap your lips around it in order to truly appreciate it. No Diddy. It's the bagel-sandwich equivalent of their legendary burrito, and it might be just as good. The bacon and egg are perfectly cooked, with the egg just slightly underdone and the bacon nice and crisp but still with a little bit of chew. The helping of cream cheese is weirdly generous, to the point where just the cream cheese on a bagel would be a fairly substantial sandwich. The tomato, which was a little bit tart, made for a nice accent. It comes wrapped in one of those diapers they used to use on some of the bigger burgers at Hardee's, to keep it from falling apart the moment you try to bite into it. You'd still eat all the individual elements using your fingers, because you're a savage and because they're that good, but it wouldn't be the same. It's a testament to the thoughtfulness and the ingenuity of the kitchen staff at Upshot that they thought to do that.

I've been twice now and really like it! Super cute spot with the friendliest workers. Last time I…read morecame I got a cortado and I'm always impressed at how good these baristas are at latte art (it's harder than it looks). It tasted great and when we accidentally stayed until they closed they were super nice in letting us know that they weren't open any more.

This coffee shop is so unique because they have a large selection of empanadas! They are so…read morefreaking good and they have both breakfast and lunch flavors. I've also never had a coffee shop serve me cold brew, and a glass which I thought was a really nice touch. Very friendly service, you really can't go wrong here!

A group of 4 of us had breakfast here. We were happy they were open on a Tuesday morning because…read moremany places are not. It is easy to pass by the place because biggest sign on building is for donut shop that previously occupied the space. We were the only people in dining there for most of the time. The waiter was nice but a little different too. He was happy to answer questions and share his thoughts on menu items. In fact he actually hung out at our table a little too long- we wanted to get on with our conversations. Ha. Anyway I had the avocado toast with an egg on top- it was huge order. And very good. They sprinkle crunchy mix on top of the avocado- seeds mostly and lettuce under it - a great combo of texture and flavor esp with a creamy green sauce with it. I tasted my friends Milque Toast and it was very good but definitely sweet. Think bread pudding.

The presentation of the food was definitely beautiful and very aesthetically pleasing. I ordered…read morethe avocado toast, which had quite a lot going on in terms of ingredients and flavors. It was interesting and visually impressive, although I would say the taste may not be everyone's cup of tea. The Norwegian pancakes were also beautifully presented. They looked very much like crêpes and, to me, tasted very similar to crêpes as well. The coffee was probably one of the more interesting parts of the experience. It was made with Indonesian coffee and green Indonesian spices that gave it a unique color and appearance that reminded me a little of matcha. Definitely something different to try. I initially ordered bacon and eggs, but unfortunately they were out of bacon. What surprised me was that there really wasn't another side available to substitute for it, so I ended up choosing something completely different. I also asked about sampling something before ordering and learned that they do not offer samples. Overall, this is a very visually appealing and unique dining experience with some interesting flavor combinations. I think it's a great place for someone who enjoys trying something a little different, but some of the flavors and menu options may not appeal to everyone.

Great coffee, calming atmosphere, healthy veg…read more Salads here are excellent and have some good sources of plant protein including garbanzo beans and egg. Croutons are especially standout, chewy and delicious. But note the menu is limited so don't expect food other than pastries and salad. The foot traffic inside is managed through seating customers as they order which does make the setting less chaotic. Nice atmosphere and decor, I will be back!

I took a chance today and was brave (drama warning...)…read more When I arrived here this morning, I asked the person taking my order to make suggestions and just went with what they recommended. Luckily, the suggestions were divine, and my trust is still intact ‍ They did ask me what I prefer coffee-wise, and I ended up going with my usual at any café (a vanilla latte). The barista recommended their house-made vanilla syrup and suggested coconut milk with it, so I decided to trust the process. I'm gonna be honest, y'all......I thought I didn't like coconut, but my god. This latte was DELICIOUS! 10/10 I also got a cheese and chive croissant, which was yummy, but I'm definitely going to try some other things here too. I do wish it had been warmed up. The place is clean and inviting. There are a lot of tables to sit at, but there's a 90-minute limit, so I assume they get busy. Can't wait to be back soon

The first thing that struck me about The Mud House was the atmosphere. It's everything I love about…read moreCherokee Street. hip, eclectic, welcoming, and full of character. The space has a unique vibe that makes you want to linger over a cup of coffee and soak it all in. The staff was friendly and attentive, and I was impressed by how quickly our food arrived. Even better, everything was delicious. The food was fresh and flavorful, and the coffee was good too. This is exactly what you'd hope for from a neighborhood café. This is the kind of place that gives a neighborhood its personality. Great food, great coffee, great service, and a fantastic ambiance. If you're exploring Cherokee Street or just looking for a relaxing spot for breakfast or brunch, I highly recommend The Mud House. It's a gem in one of St. Louis' most charming neighborhoods.

I've been here twice. Once for breakfast where I ordered the american breakfast, french toast +…read moreblueberry compote and a spiked coffee. The price for food doesn't represent the quality, serving nor taste. I returned recently to grab a quick lunch which was the turkey club and vanilla latte. Online it states that she sandwich would be crustless but that's not what I received. The components of sandwich were as stated but again, not enough for $17. Lots of the potatoes were overcooked. Disappointing for the second time. My order was ready 10minutes ahead of time which wasn't a problem because I was in the area. It's a rustic cafe. No frills. Open seating.