Calypso is literally a "hidden gem" (it is tucked away inside the huge Diamond Direct) well worth searching out! Three of us were shopping mid-morning and asked each vendor for a good place for breakfast. All recommended a well-known place. Unfortunately, we'd eaten there previously on this trip and wanted something different and better. The nice lady at Xxxxx recommended Calypso. She was sooo excited describing their delicious crepes. Well we found our way to Diamond Dire t and run to Calypso. I had a veggie omelette with whole wheat toast. The veggies were fresh and the omelette quite tasty. My brother (a carnivore) had some scrambled eggs with bacon on the side. When the plate arrived, the aroma of the perfectly cooked bacon brought an approving smile to everyone's face. My nephew had an "Indian" omelette (with ham and veggies). Quite delicious. He also had a freshly made fruit smoothy. I sampled 2 of the coffees, and liked them both. I settled for the strong one with a shot of Bailey's Irish Cream. Scrumptious!! The hostess and the chef were so sweet, attentive and friendly. Made us feel like "regulars". I will definitely be returning to Calypso on my next trip to St. Thomas! "D & M" at Calypso: Thank you for a "delicious and nutritious" breakfast. But more so for a real, personal, warm experience. read more

We didn't get the same positive vibes as other fellow Yelpers. Sorry to say. To start, it's a confusing layout in a historical building. You walk through a jewelry store to get to a small restaurant that combines Virgin Islands Ice Cream shop with Calypso Cafe. Most of the seats were taken, and all we saw was a line to place your order at the front. My husband waited in line while I found a table that hadn't been cleaned yet. It was very busy there. He ordered us 2 brownies and 2 bottles of water for $16. The lady at the counter gave herself a tip by taking $3 of the change and giving him back $1. He was going to give her all the change ($4) back, but after that incident he was floored. To add insult to injury, she didn't give us what we paid for. She proceeded to help the next person in line for an ice cream shake order. We waited and waited and no one acknowledged us after trying to flag someone down. We finally got the attention of a different lady who was helping people who were seated in the back. I think her name is Cameron. She didn't fully understand our frustration, and we had to explain that we didn't get the items that we had already paid for. She made it all right, and even offered to warm up the brownies. We just didn't feel like waiting longer for it. I'm giving benefit of the doubt here since maybe we just didn't understand the ordering system. Maybe there's a service charge that we didn't know about. How could we? We didn't even get a receipt. Perhaps there's another line for Calypso Cafe? I don't know. Honestly, the lady at the counter should have informed Cameron before proceeding on to the next customer. It only takes 2 seconds. I mean, really! Will we go back? Absolutely not! We'll go somewhere else the next time we're in Charlotte Amalie. It wasn't worth the long wait for 2 bakery items and water. read more

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Love love love! Have so many positives things to say. Service is amazing - quick and very kind. Portions are very generous and worth the price. The crepe was filled to the brim with fruit (banana and strawberries) and Nutella. We did also opt for whipped cream, but you can ask for without. Latte was STRONG. The omelette was also packed full, this time with various veggies and even ginger! The toast that comes with is plain white toast topped with butter. The space itself is cozy and cute, although hidden. You will have to walk through a jewelry store to find it. Front of the shop is dedicated to coffee and sweets while the back is for main breakfast and lunch dishes. Highly recommend! read more

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Service here was top notch. We came here multiple times on our week long trip on island. I loved their vanilla chai latte, butter pecan cream and my kids liked their stuff too. Clean bathrooms and great vibe! read more

Coming off a cruise ship on June 2 my wife and I found this location by accident. One of the best Chicken Salad Sandwiches I ever had, my wife so it was a really great Tuna Salad Sandwich. Service was great and the ice cream was also good. Recommended. read more

For a great chef like breakfast !! So tasty - made to order omelet . Ave got to sing Stolat! With my family. Wish I took a picture.

We enjoyed everything at Calypso! Crepes were the best we've had and coffee was so delicious. Super cute cafe with friendly customer service. read more

I ordered a cafe latte. I waited 20 minutes for it yet the place wasn't even busy. I left figuring the coffee was bad enough that the barista didn't even want to make it for me. read more

Of the many places to have coffee in St Thomas, this cafe makes a clean, delicious, solid cup and a righteous breakfast sandwich; perhaps the best on the island. Combined with excellent service, I have to confess that I enjoyed my time there and I will probably go every time I'm in downtown Charlotte Amalie to work my way into what promises to be a delicious romp through the rest of the menu. read more

Grace is a super sweet barista with speciality coffee all flavors imaginable .. super vibe ! Also has cool home made Caipirinha for those hot days .. don't miss it. Located behind diamond international .. read more

Calypso Cafe - The counter - Cafes Near Me - Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands

I've tried many types of kielbasa (Polish sausage) in my life, being of Polish heritage. Hearing of this cafe during our Carnival cruise, I thought I had to make a stop here to try it. No joke, delicious! Lean, juicy, seasoned well. Since most food is imported in the island, I had to ask where Dariusz, the proprietor, sources the kielbasa from. Somewhere in Chicago - I should have guessed. It's worth the trip. I just wish I had more time to try more of the food. The service was also quick and friendly. I would definitely go back. read more

Quaint little place with friendly staff and great sandwiches. We tried the turkey burger and chicken salad sandwich. Good sized sandwiches that had great flavor, especially the chicken salad. read more

Calypso Cafe - Turkey burger; chicken salad sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands

Calypso was recommended by a local. It was an excellent recommendation. Great food, served with care, and handmade. The service was excellent. Tucked inside another business, it had a little courtyard, fresh air, and lots of smiles. Highly recommend. 10/10 read more

Amazing experience at Calypso! We first stopped in for a coffee & ice cream- great service & the best cold brew. After seeing the sign for sandwiches, we knew we would be coming back later once we got hungry and we definitely made the right choice. Everything made from scratch from the Kielbasa King. We tried the tuna salad, Kielbasa sandwich, and the Philly Chicken which were all delicious. Perfection takes a few extra minutes so make sure you have some time to wait for your food to be made if you are stopping by. Great atmosphere, quick Wi-Fi, bathrooms, and AC. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Perfect burger with cheese and fried egg. The place is so cozy and cute. The owner is extremely nice and makes everything himself. read more

Calypso Cafe - Black bean burger. - Cafes Near Me - Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands

Greeted with a smile. Family owned little place right off the road. Bright colors, chill vibes and open air seating make you feel like you are on the wharf. We went there for breakfast and everything was awesome! Great breakfast options... read more

Great coffee shop in downtown st Thomas, the ice cream was great and so was the coffee. The owners were very friendly, and shared many tips of the island and also their life stories, which was super fun. Definitely recommend! read more

Such a nice little cafe with amazing service. Our server took time to make sure our drinks were perfect. We didn't get ice cream, but it looked delicious and they make their waffle cones fresh! read more

What a great find! We were looking for a coffee spot while walking around on a cloudy day. You have to go through Diamonds International to get there, but once you do it's a totally different place, charming and cozy. We had ice cream and coffee and both were delicious. The owners were so friendly and offered some delicious cold brew for us to try - their house brew drips for 24h. We felt so welcome! Next time we're definitely trying Derek's famous sandwiches and the banana Nutella crepes. This place is a gem. read more

I never give reviews but I was blown away by how awesome this hidden gem was. The sandwich was freshly baked bread and thick cut perfectly cooked bacon with an amazing cold brew coffee. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend finding this place if you want a sandwich, coffee, or homemade ice cream. read more

Outstanding! The owner is amazing, knowledgeable, quite hospitable, the coffees are delicious. Great find!

Fantastic spot for morning coffee and sandwiches. Walk through the royal Caribbean jewelry shop to the back and place your order with the kielbasa king! Nice restrooms too. read more

In an area devoid of coffee shops, Calypso is exactly what you're looking for. Not easy to find, but worth the search. Walk through Diamonds International, which sounds terrifying, I know, but don't let that deter you. You'll find a clean and cozy coffee shop with good service, decent drinks and some food offerings. Intimate seating inside or out. read more

The owner was so excited to talk about the way he prepared his food. Frankly, I just wanted something to eat without the conversation. His chicken sandwich was simply amazing. His natural Bush Tea was something else. Recommend him, how could I not. The taste lingered long after the meal.was devoured. Amazing. read more

This was the best find for lunch and ice cream! The establishment was so quaint, clean and very inviting. The owners were so personable and made everything from scratch. We had polish sausage sandwiches with onions, sauerkraut and mustard; so delicious! Lots of variety to choose from for breakfast or lunch. They even made their own waffle cones for the ice cream. When we go back to St. Thomas, we will definitely be stopping in again. I'm so glad we found this place! read more

This place is a hidden gem. Went on the island from a cruise and went into a jewelry store and this place was in the rear of it. Shockingly we stumbled onto the best lunch spot on this island. The owners are a husband and wife team that not only works there but actually has conversation with the customers. The husband is a comedian who makes you laugh and makes all the food while the wife works the ice cream shop which is attached. They are a great team who kid around and make you feel welcomed. This man needs to be noticed for the wonderful food he puts out. Fresh baked French bread for your sandwiches. Try the roasted chicken sandwich!! You won't be disappointed!! The Tuna salad and chicken salad are house made and are to die for!! You ask for a sandwich and he recommends many many items to accent it. He makes his own sauces which are to die for!!! Very pleasant place with good food to boot. I can't wait to come back to the island to go back there. read more

This was the cutest place, great personable owner and very attentive and sweet. The food was amazing and the coffee was the best I've had on my stay here. read more

We had excellent Nutella/banana/strawberry crepes at this lovely tiny spot that sits behind the Diamonds International on Main. Pass thru DI and the ice cream counter and you'll find a very nice little cafe with a taste of French crepes and galettes and really wonderful coffee, including some of the best cold brew I've ever had! The owner and staff are friendly and knowledgeable - we will be back and wish them the best of luck!! read more

The location is pretty good and is inside of the oldest building structure of midtown St Thomas from the 17 century. They truly cook very good but something that I didn't like was the way they attend the client. They should be kind, assertive, with good energy but it was the other way. read more