Bagel Union deserves all the hype. If you're looking for a New York-style bagel, this is the spot…read more I typically order a bagel with lox and scallion cream cheese, which is consistently excellent. I also recently tried the sump cold brew, and it was delicious. The interior is small and bustling, so I would recommend ordering to-go. The staff works quickly but is attentive. One point to note: to-go orders on the weekend do take the full estimated 30 minutes before pick-up.

Great bagels, unfortunate parking…read more Parked around the corner and walked there. Just a couple of people in line ahead of me. Young lady behind the counter was friendly and helpful in picking flavors. Store is clean and bright. Smells wonderful! Was disappointed that not all of the flavors are available all the time, was there almost an hour ahead of one being available to sell, boo... Also wished that they would have asked about slicing the bagels for us, would have been very helpful. Still the best bagels in town!

Grabbed lunch here the other day, and would recommended it to anyone for a snack, lunch, or an…read moreoffice treat. Recently spent some time in New York and was happy with the bagels - non chewy, not tuff, soft, and consistent throughout. I went with the New York New York option, ample meat was between my bagel halves. Very filling and great taste. I opted for the potato salad as my side, it is mustard based. Potato salad is always Russian Roulette for someone that does not like crunchy onions in their food -- this one passed the test. The flavor was there but no big chunks of raw onion were to be crunched while enjoying my meal. (Please never change that) Great friendly service. Refills on fountain sodas and tea available. Would definitely recommend.

Woke up and started wanting bagels and heard great things about this from our friend…read more We came by and were greeted warmly! This place is more of a breakfast/sandwich spot first, before it is a bagel shop so don't come here expecting a TON of bagel varieties. Nevertheless, it was still good for breakfast. I got a salt bagel for my BEC, and my husband got cinnamon raisin for his sausage, egg, and cheese. I also ordered a buttered plain bagel for my son. We didn't wait too long, and they gave my son a sticker that he played with while we waited. The bagels were nice and chewy, and I loved that they didn't skimp out on any of the ingredients. The buttered bagel though was VERY buttery, so be ready to wipe your hands a lot while eating it. It was still very good!

Stopped in for a pastrami sandwich after the lunch rush, there were still several people waiting…read more Because they have specialty items and chips, drinks, around the line formation, you can always pass the wait time, looking at all the cool things! I found some spicy truffle chips I hadn't tried before. Ordered my usual, the hot pastrami on rye with deli mustard. Yum! The wait is never very long with 3 people or 20 people in line; they have lots of people behind the counter. Once your order is ready, you step to the register to pay and you on your way.

The place is a hole in the wall, authentic, old school, small deli without any frills. We loved…read morewatching the interaction with the locals - moving away from St. Louis has me missing that aspect of the community. After we ordered coffee, they looked at us and told us it would be 5-10 minutes. They had no milk and were out of creamer. Again, authentic to the community - you should order black coffee here & not past 8:30z As we sat & I realized, I leaned in and said, did you realize it's almost 11:00? Honestly, neither of us realized until after we sat down that the breakfast rush was long over and they were essentially brewing a pot just for us. They were very nice & accommodated but, boy did I feel bad once it dawned on me. Enjoyed both our bagel & knish.

Opens up at 8 o'clock not 7:30 need to update the website. Allows you to order through the app and…read morethen you show up there at 7:30 and u have to wait till 8.

Quick service, Good for breakfast or lunch,…read moreI like the Clayton Ave location because the parking is better than the SLU campus one.

Can't say anything bad about my favorite bakery in STL. Delicious breads but the scones and muffins…read moreare my favorite! The cranberry muffin is my ultimate favorite. And the staff is always so friendly!

Soup and bread a great easy lunch! Service was quick and it has a nice coffeehouse vibe.read more

Intimate cafe right on The Loop!…read more There are two floors with various seating. Order your selections (breakfast and lunch fare) at the counter, receive a table letter, and they bring it to you. My cucumber/hummus/veg sandwich was supreme! That bread is extra special. Excellent, fruity espresso! Timely service and helpful staff. Many university students study here; it's definitely got that vibe. And I appreciate wanting an entire 4-seat table to yourself because it's nice to spread out. However, please note it's possible other patrons in a group may want to sit together, and space on this earthly world -- and also at Meshuggah's -- is limited. Definitely will return -- lots of menu items I need to try!

Positively TRANSCENDENT French toast…read more (Also enjoyed my lox bagel and vanilla latte, but that French toast!!!)

As soon as you walk in you can smell the amazing fresh bread! I went for breakfast on a Saturday…read moreand it was quite busy but our food came out rather quickly. Everyone was extremely nice especially the person at the register! I ordered the breakfast sandwich and it was hearty and delicious! I also ordered a few more items to go like the seasonal pumpkin cruffin! Everything is fresh and made with care. If you're dining in they have a cute dine in section. The drink selection is quite limited but they did have a seasonal drink as well. Overall this is an amazing local spot that clearly cares about customer service and the quality of their food! Would highly recommend!

I was spoiled to be so close to this spot while I was staying in town. I'm an absolute sucker for a…read moregood bakery and I was immediately intrigued by the variety of sourdough-based goodies Knead had to offer. It took all my strength to not buy one of everything but I selected on four picks for my first of two visits, as well as a bag of their sourdough shortbread that I just finished today and am already missing. I was also given a taster of their apple crisp with my first order, which was very delicious and will be a great addition to any holiday meal. The maple glazed doughnut was soft, a perfect classic. The cranberry ginger jam was delicious and punchy, but could have used a little something on the actual doughnut to balance out how strong it was. I enjoyed both kolaches; the everything seasoning one is well reminiscent of the classic bagel and schmear with its cream cheese center, and the three cheese bacon had good sized strips of bacon baked in. Perhaps my favorite was my take home item from the next day, their cinnamon roll. I warmed it up a little, not that it needed it. Pillowy soft with a delicious frosting. I also miss that already too. I really appreciate that you can also pick up local eggs and milk from this spot with Fed From The Farm. As you can see, it was very busy around 9am when I came in Saturday morning, but the line moves quickly and there's space in the back to wait for your order. The parking lot is small and fills quickly but nearby street parking seems feasible enough. Really glad I got to check out this spot!

My review comes with an embarrassing admission: For the better part of a year I've lived within…read morehalf a mile of a divine Jewish deli -- and today was the first day I visited. But not the last! Legitimately tucked away from Delmar Blvd, Deli Divine can be difficult to find (if you don't know where to look and also because there isn't a shop sign). But you will be rewarded upon your discovery! Fresh foods! Hard to find specialty foods! Real sour pickles! Flavorful sandwiches! 'Tis the season for root vegetables, so we each tried the beets and didn't let them drop. Amazing and fresh and gorgeous, I have zero complaints about our beet salad and sandwich (the Herta Peltzman). Pickles, beets, red cabbage, Swiss cheese. What's not to love?! Enjoy lunch indoors or outside in the courtyard for warmer weather. Excellent service. Of course I'm going back!! See you there!

Wow, we are so glad we discovered this spot for bagels and schmear!…read more We first tried Deli Divine out on Too Good To Go (an app which lets restaurants sell their excess foods for a discounted rate) twice and have loved both orders. The first came with a pack of mixed bagels and a giant (GIANT) tub of dill schmear. The second order came with a small tub of salmon salad, a medium tub of split pea soup, and a pack of mixed bagels. We were generally happy with both orders: Bagels: love that these taste so robust and fresh, even though we know these were excess product and potentially day-old. I also appreciate that their bagels with onion/garlic are not A) overpowering or B) burnt, both common issues we have found at other bagel shops. Schmear: Well made, but few flavors available. They have plain, onion, dill, tzatziki, and strawberry from memory. They may have one or two more that we are forgetting. Salmon salad: delicious and absolutely would pick up again! Split pea soup: Our one true miss. This was watery and the flavors were weak. Would not order or ask for in a bag again. The shop/restaurant itself is so cute and a great spot to grab lunch with friends. We're so excited to come back with friends when they visit and we have more time for a sit-down meal. The major downside here is parking! The lot is small and, while there is lots of street parking, the whole area fills up with parked cars for healthcare and other services operating in the attached building. Carpool if you're bringing a group!