A Chia-Tea-Espresso Disaster at Art & Joe's…read more I approached Art & Joe's Expresso Bar and Art Showcase with the anticipation only a true aficionado of the "Dirty Chia" could muster. This drink, a harmonious blend of spicy chai tea and the divine elixir of espresso, is more than a beverage; it's an indulgence that elevates any day into something special. On this crisp fall day, I ordered my beloved Dirty Chia, expecting to savor its wonderfully warm, spicy notes, perfectly complemented by a robust espresso shot. However, what I received was an affront to every sensory expectation: - The Aroma: Instead of the anticipated spicy chai and rich espresso, my senses were met with... nothing. No inviting scent to prepare my palate. - The Taste: That first sip was a shock. What should have been a symphony of flavors was a cacophony of blandness. It was as if someone had diluted table tea with Folgers, stripping away all character and warmth. - The Aftermath: My heart, once full of hope, now ached for my beloved St. Louis gem, Kaldi's coffee, whose reputation was besmirched by association with this debacle. With a heavy heart, I turned away from the counter, my steps slow and deliberate, as if mourning the loss of a cherished memory. Out on the quaint Main Street, where nostalgia typically hangs in the air, I found myself discarding what should have been a moment of joy into the nearest trash bin. Rating: No stars. This was not just a missed mark; it was a misrepresentation of everything a Dirty Chia stands for. I am left baffled that Art & Joe's, a supposed staple in this charming hometown, could serve such a travesty. For those who cherish the magic of a well-made Dirty Chia, steer clear until they reconsider their approach to this sacred blend. to complete the post I was forced to award a star, so this is the token star.

These are the best frappes in the area. If you're a coffee person like my husband and I are, then…read morethis is where to get your coffee. It's high quality ingredients and consistent every time. The owner is always nice and pleasant and accommodating. I suggest the Cardinal Mocha and regular Mocha frappes, but there are lots of options and all are great. There's also lots of art for sale and various types and mediums. Books written by local authors, including the owner, are available to read or purchase. And there's free WiFi.

This place has treated us like family since day one. Right down to memorizing our orders. By the…read moretime we hit the first window, they're ready to take our payment. they're always sweet, always professional, and the drinks are always fantastic. They give great recommendations and are happy to alter any drink to fit your preferred flavor palate. We're sad to be moving away, but so grateful to have been a part of the County Road Coffee family! We wish them all the success in future business endeavors! and in their personal lives, Thank you guys! We'll miss you!

Can't remember exactly what coffee I ordered, but do remember that I enjoyed it much. This is a…read morecoffee Food Truck, that you can drive through. We weren't able because we were pulling a camper, but I just walked up to the window. Handy location, good service, and reasonable prices.

We stopped in at Joe's for a cup of coffee while in Steelville for the day & enjoyed one of the…read moreBEST cups of coffee I've had in a long time. The owner informed us he buys his coffee locally in nearby St. Louis and grinds it fresh for each pot/cup. I had a soy turtle mocha (chocolate & caramel) and it had the perfect coffee/milk/flavoring ratio with a beautiful, creamy foam. My only disappointment is that this place is 45 minutes from home so I won't be able to frequent Joe's more often. The local artwork and antiques add a quaint, small town touch while the coffee reflects the quality you'd expect from a big city, high end coffee shop.

I drive through Rolla once a month and this spot has been on my list for sometime. This place comes…read morehighly recommended by my nephew who attends MO S&T. The space is reminiscent of grandma's kitchen. The counter is full of delicious homemade pies. The menu offers just about any pie your heart could possibly desire. I went with the classic apple crumb. This one will rank up high on my list of favorites. We added a slice of peach pie and a slice of coconut cream pie to round out the experience. The crust is flaky and tender. Fruit pies a filled with fruit and the cream pie was rich and creamy. The proprietor was very kind and helpful in making recommendations. Please note: you will definitely get what you pay for. The slices are about $10 each. Each pie is cut in 6 slices making a generous portion.

AMAZING pie. The owner was extremely friendly and helpful! Definitely recommend, they're the best…read morepies I've ever had!

Kind people. Great Food!…read more This store is a total gem in Rolla, especially if you love to cook really good food, but also if you want some ready to eat food, candies and snacks. I didn't know some of the food on the grocery shelves, but had a lot of help from such a friendly person who worked there picking out the best stuff, and even gave me tips on how to use it. I'm really excited about the jar of honey and nuts that I bought for a gift! I have a lot of allergies and I was able to find some hard to find things that I can have like gee and date syrup so that my diet can still be enjoyable. They also have some midwestern staples like canned sardines and tuna. The fresh meat looks like something to make to impress guests and have a happy and full crowd. Yes, I love everyone in my life through food and am known for the best dinner parties. The rice selection is insane. If you have not had good rice your probably missing out on your best life. They sell huge bags so you can get really special rice without paying a lot for what you are getting. P.S. They have Turkish coffee too!!!

I finally had a chance to try Purest Coffee yesterday, specifically for the kebabs. I ignorantly…read morethought the kebabs would be chunks of meat on a skewer. What do I know! They were made with ground beef or chicken and had amazing spices. Both flavors of were delicious. I took my food to go. The service was very welcoming and nice. I'm planning to return and try something else soon.

We were surprised with morning donuts at my sister's by my brother-in-law…read more The kids DEVOURED THEM. I had one, for research purposes of course, and was BLOWN AWAY by the Long John with the white cream filling. Haven't had a donut in years. So good! Was told service was excellent.

I'm going to keep this review simple. I posted a picture, and yes, the donuts are as good as they…read morelook.

Stopped here while in town for a bachelor/bachelorette party. They were able to fit us in without a…read morereservation and dealt with our large group very well! We were seated in the side room. Our server, Tony, was a good time and a trooper to deal with our group. We even had a few other servers checking in on us to help out as well. Never had to wait for much of anything! We were walked through the menu which was nice. Their pizza was pretty good. As was my cherry vodka limeade. Very cool place with quality food and drinks. Atmosphere is fun and welcoming. We even got a behind the scenes tour from Tony which we all really enjoyed. Thank you for having us!

We decided to come back here and try it again. It is a very open air environment. Somewhat dimmed…read morelight but there was plenty of natural light. Tony was our superb server. Very helpful and answered all our questions. The food was good but I felt alittle salty which my sister liked. So really it's based on preference. The smash burger was just okay. Fries were good. Garlic aioli had lemon in it and it overtook the garlic. The pizzas were good and you can tell they make the dough in house. Beers were good. Overall we will be back when we are back in town.

If you're looking for baked goods stop in and say hello. Donuts, cookies, turnovers, etc.read more