Wow, what a cute little place, lots of local art, I got an awesome little purple ceramic mushroom, but they had lots of other things. And of course coffee, which was really delicious, the one I got. It was a cinnamon roll cold brew with foam and.... I don't know what else, but it was pretty amazing (iced). Lots of coffee/tea options, they have gluten-free goodies and I noticed they had some quiche and soups, so while I didn't get any food, I would not be opposed, for sure! The place was clean and bright, and the local art everywhere was really cool. The bathroom was tidy, service was great, definitely will be back when I'm in the area. read more

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The location of Espresso Yourself Coffee & Cafe couldn't have been any better, as far as what I needed it for. I'd just done a training run that began and ended at the shoe store across the street. At the conclusion, I was given a Paloma-flavored non-alcoholic beer, courtesy of one of my running group's sponsors, but what was I supposed to do with that? It was decided that we needed coffee. (How ironic, by the way. Receiving a free beer from your sponsor.) We seem to have gotten there just in time. There was already a healthy crowd of people who apparently weren't runners, based on their physique (lol jk), and several people from our running group arrived after we did. People apparently like this place. The vibe is quirky and independent, with a lot of random decor, including a Blues Brothers poster and a sign declaring that the Teletubbies are welcome, and a lot of local-interest signage and artwork. People in the City love to remind themselves that they're in St. Louis. You never see anything like that in my native West County. Truth be told, I wouldn't even go into a coffee shop unless someone else suggested it. It costs less at QT. But I figured when in Rome. I wasn't about to get a sandwich, in part because I wasn't hungry, and in part because I'm always wary of food from places that specialize in coffee, but I figured I'd try one of their fancy coffee drinks instead of just a regular coffee. I went with something called a Zippity Do Da, or something to that effect. It was a latte, served hot or cold (I of course went with hot), with... if I'm not mistaken, peanut butter, honey and mocha. I liked the idea that there was a peanut butter element, in part because I couldn't imagine what that would be like. Peanut butter, even the welfare version you get at Aldi, is at least somewhat viscous. Was this going to be more like a milkshake? That could be gross, and grossly caloric, canceling out any benefit of my training run. Of course I was going to drink it anyway. Turns out that the peanut butter was the element that was least prominent in the overall taste of this drink, though you could in fact taste it. I found it impressive that, if you concentrated hard enough, you could detect elements of peanut butter, honey and mocha. It's like when you purchase a fancy bottle of wine, from, perhaps, the aforementioned Aldi, and you really can taste bits of oak, vanilla, campfire and a slight nuttiness. No Diddy. These people are true coffee artists, the cafe equivalent of people who work at Subway. I'm at the nearby shoe store every once in a while, so maybe I'll return. I might even cop a bagel. read more

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This store is in a residential city street, so parking is a little challenging. I came on a weekend, so it was packed inside. There are tables outside that will be perfect for spring weather. The menu isn't terribly large, but I still froze when it came time to decide. The lady behind the counter was patient when I asked a million questions, as I hadn't been in for a few years. I chose the Valentines special, but hot. It had chocolate and strawberry syrup. Delicious! The strawberry flavor is light, and the chocolate flavor is more prominent. There is food available as well. Light Cafe fare, but wonderful, nonetheless! This is clearly a popular hangout place for the neighborhood, as it should be! read more

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Super friendly staff and a huge menu with a ton of options. I got one of their monthly special iced coffees and it was super sweet but really good! Def recommend! read more

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I got food delivered because my power was out. The good - an iced vanilla latte w coffee cubes. Delicious! The bad - first, the bagel sandwich. Bagel was more like a roll. Didn't have the chewy bagel texture. The bacon/egg/cheese inside tasted off. Not sure if the cheese was old or if it was the bacon. Could not eat it. Maybe not bad, but not for me - the chocolate chip scone. Was not crumbly, had loads of chocolate frosting on top. Too sugary IMO, but others may like it. Lastly, the delivery packaging was great! Drink was sealed with a sticker over the opening, the pastry was sealed in cellophane and the sandwich was in a plastic clamshell. Yes, not very eco-friendly but was hygienic and safe during delivery which I appreciated. read more

Love the coffee, love the interior, love the people! So good. Any latte or food you get will do you right

This spot has everything you could possibly hope for from a coffee cafe. The style of the decorations is cute, funny, maybe a little sarcastic, and exactly what I'd want in my own home. I love that the business displays and sells works by local artists too. The owner, who is often working as well, and her employees are friendly and efficient. Their drinks range from traditional drip brew to creatively delicious concoctions and are perfect in cold or hot weather. Their coffee ice cubes make them the only coffee shop where I want to order an iced coffee! Seating inside and out is comfortable and inviting, and the patio has been pet-approved by my pup and many others. The food menu has expanded since I started going, but my favorites are still the gluten free scones and their fruit and yogurt parfait. Whether you're a coffee drinker or not, Espresso Yourself is a perfect destination to meet friends, read or work quietly, or just to be reminded that we all need to take time to relax and enjoy ourselves. read more

What a great spot! Great coffee and our first time having coffee cubes! We also got avocado toast which was great. Ladies working were super friendly and the shop has a cool vibe. read more

Espresso Yourself adjoins Sisters Sandwich shop, and patrons move freely between the two. This is a neighborhood gem! The baked goods are wonderful. Most are made in-house and a few come from a nearby bakery. The coffee menu features all the usual coffee and espresso drinks plus some fun, creative options. Work by local artist hangs on the wall and is for sale. There's a take-one-leave-one shelf of books handy too. The owners and employees are friendly and welcoming. Service is fast but unrushed; patrons are welcome to linger and read, work, or socialize. The patio is pretty sweet. The shop's in a largely residential area, so expect to see plenty of walkers, joggers, and adorable puppers passing by. read more

Not sure why I keep coming here, I am consistently disappointed. The coffee is fine, but that's all I'll say about that. But the food, don't even bother. It all feels like it's been microwaved or thrown in a toaster oven in the back. Really just not good. The Breakfast burrito was small and the meat inside was gray and limp. Honest, I'm calling it meat because I'm not sure what it was supposed to be. The sign says bacon, but I'm not convinced. The people there are nice enough but often I find they are talking amongst themselves or to other people. Either I must be ugly or invisible, because I don't feel like a priority there. And unless you can fit you dog on your lap... don't bother believing their 'dog friendly' signs. If your dog can't fit in your lap, they will ask you to leave without even being able to order a drink to go! read more

I ordered delivery from Espresso Yourself, and the quality of the items were still great, which is difficult in and of itself. They get 5 stars because the Nonna Latte is excellent. I did request it half sweet, which they did spot on. Generally cinnamon in coffee is hard to get right but the flavors here blended really well. The banana bread was moist and flavorful, I got the Peanut Butter and Banana toast which was also great, nice quality bread. The breakfast sandwich I got was lackluster, the bacon is chopped lightly into the egg, but it still tasted nice and was filling enough. I look forward to going inside after seeing other reviews. read more

This is our favorite local coffee shop! Great coffee, tons of flavor and milk options, solid breakfast choices. We love the vibes and the employees are very personable! Great rewards and drink perks as well. Definitely a place to check out! read more

Talk about the best coffee shop vibe in STL. Even live music from time to time. The unique flavors are also on point. A true gem with outstanding staff! read more

This is a great happy place to hang out and drink coffee. The staff is super nice and always want to help you out with anything. I was lucky because I came the day that there was a DJ and he played awesome music and I could tell he worked very hard and I'm happy they came up with the idea in the first place. Another great thing was that they had free Wi-Fi and it really comes in handy when you have something important to do and you have bad Wi-Fi or cellular data. Overall this is a great place to drink, eat, and have plenty of fun I recommend coming here! read more

Espresso Yourself Coffee & Cafe - This was the DJ that did a very good job at the music he was playing. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Want a unique coffee? Espresso Yourself is your spot! This sister owned little nook in Macklind District is a true gem. It's unique decor & unique drinks make this spot one in a million :) Today, and most days that I come, I get the Nutellacino- which is Nutella in latte form. I can't get away from it because of how I am as a human lol, but they offer awesome coffee combos and flavors like chocolate covered strawberry, Delight-mint, Happy Go Lucky (Irish cream & caramel), Espresso Patronum (toffee nut, spiced brown sugar, and caramel) and tons more. They also have coffee ice cubes which is a game changer. They truly have something for everyone. They also have an extensive food menu including bagels, muffins, scones, quiche, and my favorite the breakfast burrito! Love the vibe and the kindness the employees show as well. Love this spot. read more

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The fall menu coffees are so cute & delicious! The cutest little spot with cozy vibes. The women at the counter were super sweet & helpful. Make sure to get the coffee cubes in your coffee read more

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My drink was delicious! I thought the coffee iced cubes were creative and delicious. The cubes were huge though and I finished my drink before letting the cubes melt. I will definitely be going back to try their other drinks! read more

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Cortados are hard to find in stl! Although, a place with espresso in the name, I did expect it. I was delighted to see a sandwich shop next door, pro tip, they are connected. I did not realize that at first. Full coffee bar with cozy seats and an outside patio. My favorite part was the live music, I was not expecting that at all. Great vibe, coffee was strong, cortados, tasty to put hair on your chest, great spot for a Saturday afternoon hang. read more

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Quiet atmosphere. Very interesting signs and art to observe while waiting for your coffee. They even have a bench to sit on while waiting for your coffee. Friendly staff. The coffee is the best. They have outdoor seating. read more

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I have had the breakfast burrito and it is very. Service was excellent and the coffee shop is darling.

The perfect addition to the neighborhood, we're so thankful to have a coffee shop within walking distance from home. We love strolling down in the morning with our dogs while on a walk, the pups love their patio. I always enjoy an iced caramel latte with almond milk and coffee ice - ice made of coffee - never waters down the drink. LOVE! Their pastry options always appear and taste freshly made. My favorite is the Blueberry Lemon muffin. The breakfast bowl was super tasty and filling. I love that they highlight local artist into their colorful and vibrate décor. It makes for a very warm and cozy feel inside much like those working the counter :) Thank you for serving South Hampton! read more

It makes me so happy to support small businesses in my neighborhood...b even more so when the staff are so friendly and kind! I thoroughly enjoy every time I go here and usually just chug my drink before snapping a picture! Today was chilly and damp outside so I actually got a hot drink instead of my typical cold brew. Terrific amount of foam on my latte, milk steamed to perfection, and the depth of the espresso roast is bold and smooth. Great way to start a weekend! If you haven't been here...treat yourself and try the bananas foster! You won't be sorry. Cheers! read more

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Headed to the Yelp Elite event this morning. Had a great time here. Very lovely location in South St. Louis one of my favorite places in the Lou. They have very quick service even if the line is long. Lots of breakfast items to choose from and the coffee is good! Iced coffee is very good, not too sweet and you have the choice of regular ice or coffee cubes. Nice! Great patio out front. Bring your dog! Lots of water bowls outside. Very nice staff and great decor on the inside. A great place to start your morning! read more

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Good for coffee and a sweet early if I don't want to walk down to Piper's instead. Very cute local/quaint ambiance, it is obvious why this is a popular spot in the neighborhood. Do not make my mistake, this is not the place for hot food. What they call a breakfast burrito is an flavorless wrap. The bacon is not thick cut (no chew, no smoke, flavorless). The eggs are scrambled hard and have no seasoning (salt or pepper). No potatoes, generic salsa is extra. Like their sister restaurant next store, this food is lacking. Had I not decided to grab some on a walk today I never would have felt the need to write this review. But I did, and I was offended by the difference between description and reality. If you would ever like a free consultation, lesson, or even a profit share partner to improve the quality of your savory edibles at either store, I would be delighted to improve the quality of walkable food in the area. Just shoot me a message and I'll come right over. read more

Espresso Yourself Coffee & Cafe - Breakfast Wrap. Calling this a burrito is savagery against the creators of that wonderful food and all of the American West. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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I received a gift card from one of my coworkers as she knows I am a big coffee drinker and usually stop for Starbucks - which is further from my house and work! I usually don't even get a regular coffee which I ended up getting a cold brew which was delicious and the cinnamon was wonderful. Plus they have coffee ice cubes! I mean, coffee that stays coffee and isn't watery when it melts?! WHAT?! I work close by and this is going to be a frequent stop. Plus, they have a rewards card for beverages other than drip coffee. Prices are comparable to other coffee shops. read more

I love this coffee shop. Their coffee here is strong. I ordered one of their specialty drink (I forgot the name), but I liked it a lot. There are plenty of tables and chairs in the shop to do your work, lounge, or hangout with friends or families. The ambiance of this place is homely and inviting. I highly recommend this place :) read more

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Coffee ice cubes? sign me up! This cute coffee place is great! Quiet indoors, great place to study or mingle, with a sandwich shop next door; we love it! read more

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This a good vibe cafe located in the Mackland neighborhood. They offer signature lattes you can get hot, iced or blended. They also offer coffee ice cubes! This place is grounded in happiness so leave your attitude at the door! Everyone is super friendly. There's a sandwich shop connected to the cafe so if you're hungry stop next door for a sammie! Indoor and outdoor seating available. read more

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What a great spot right smack in the middle of a big city neighborhood! It is decorated so cute and the coffees are excellent. I had the cloud 9 which is a white chocolate and raspberry latte with oat milk. She had an iced version of frosted mint and chocolate. I consider myself somewhat of a moderate barista, so I can say that both were really good. Another really cool thing that I hadn't seen before was that for a $.25 up charge, you can get iced coffee cubes in your iced coffee, that way as the ice melts, it doesn't dilute your coffee flavor as much! If you're in the area, this place is worth the trip, as one could plainly see by the volume of foot traffic they had while we were there. They have a nice outdoor seating area with big umbrellas to provide shade as well. read more

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I came here for a Yelp Elite event, and then returned two days later to host a meetup with friends. Both visits were delightful! The place got pretty packed on the weekend, but our food came out quickly. My friends all commented on how this was one of their favorite places for a coffee, and I can see why! Great coffee and amazing atmosphere. The yogurt parfait had SO much yogurt. Like seriously, make sure you're hungry before you order it! It felt like nearly a full pound of yogurt!! read more

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Coffee was so good, sat on the patio and I thought about getting another one to go! The seasonal muffin- Lemon Blueberry was delicious! I got the espresso patronum - Toffee Nut, spiced brown sugar, & caramel with coffee cubes. Loved that extra touch! Also love the fun names & the patio is pet friendly! Can't wait to go back! read more

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I love a great coffee place with unique flavor mixtures for their drinks so I don't have to invent them myself. Espresso Yourself does just that! I ordered the Espresso Patronum and it was very unique and quite delicious. I loved the flavor combination. I also loved the option of having coffee ice cubes as well so the drink never got diluted. So smart! I ordered my fiancé an iced vanilla latte and he said it was delicious! I sat outside on the patio, which was nice. It was the perfect place to have a coffee! I also ordered the garlicky grilled cheese and it was phenomenal. The garlic butter made it fantastic and the American cheese was thick, gooey and melty. I will definitely be back! read more

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Not the best place to do some studying unless you thrive in noisy coffee shops. I got the Chai Latte and a breakfast burrito. The Chai was very heavy on the cardamom which is not my favorite but the burrito was very good! read more

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Good coffee. Great atmosphere. The staff does seem to be annoyed when talking and interacting with customers. Barely interacting at register, walking away without saying anything, etc. read more

I originally ate here a couple weeks ago. Decided not to "yelp" it until I went to the "sister" location next door. They are both run by the same women and they even have an open door between the two locations. It's just that the other serves lunch. Yesterday I took a couple people to try it. One was my friend that went with me a couple weeks ago and the other was a newbie. We had every intention in going into the sandwich shop. Honestly we did. But the newbie wanted an espresso and after looking at the menu I couldn't shake my thoughts of the breakfast burrito that I got last week. So we apologized to the staff waiting to take our order and went through the opening to the other side. My friend who went with me last week got the same thing from the week prior...burrito and iced tea - she said it's the best tea in the city. The newbie followed her lead and got the burrito and a double espresso. He loved both. I really wanted to try something different. I wanted this review to talk about something other than a breakfast burrito but I couldn't do it. I did however get an iced Chai tea latte with a shot of espresso. A little backstory before I tell you how I really feel about this burrito and my beverage. There was this place on Hampton that I went to weekly for breakfast. He had the best breakfast burrito and homemade salsa in Saint Louis. It was the perfect heat (even for me...I'm a wuss) and he served it with potatoes and it was a delightfully filling meal. Sadly, he isn't open anymore but I'll continue to rate any breakfast burrito against his. All that being said this breakfast burrito is chock full of egg with the perfect amount of bacon. I'm guessing the bacon is chopped because there aren't any tough bites where you have to rip a piece of bacon in half. You know what I'm saying? The salsa isn't made in house but I was told it's made somewhere in town. So not some Old El Paso stuff. It again looked like it wasn't enough food but it honestly was the right amount. As for my beverage... this is why it's a 4 for me (it would probably be a 5 for my pals but hey, I'm writing this) - last week I had the black tea and while I always put sweetener in it I had to put more cuz it was a little too bitter for me. Not bitter as in old but bitter bitter. (That should clear it up. Haha) Yesterday's Chai tea latte with the shot of espresso was also bitter. I know what you are thinking but when I get this at other locations it's not bitter. The good thing about it is that I didn't slurp it all down real fast like I usually do I really took my time with it. So it lasted through my breakfast. Which was nice because even though it was really warm out there was a great breeze on the outside patio. I'll let you know if I ever get to the sandwich shop. Not sure if that's gonna happen any time soon since I'm already thinking about that breakfast burrito. read more

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I stumbled upon Espresso Yourself when I was looking through my Experience Booklet. I used to live in that neighborhood and I'm disappointed I never knew! Service was friendly as soon as you walk in the door. They have a lot of fun flavor options for lattes and I really liked the Skippidity Do Da. It was really surprising! Peanut butter and coffee? It's delicious but the lattes are definitely on the little too sweet side. I love that they offer oat milk and also coffee cubes! I will definitely be back to try some more fun creations. read more

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Darling and artsy neighborhood coffee shop in the trendy South Hampton neighborhood along Macklind, but worth the drive over even if you aren't a local! The staff is so friendly and I enjoyed hearing them greet customers by name. There are a variety of comfortable seating spaces and tables inside and out. They have all the coffee classics you would want plus innovative specials. I ordered the "warm and fuzzy" which was a Chai pumpkin latte. It was flavorful and not too sweet or overpowering that it masked the coffee flavor. To eat I had the tomato bagel melt. It was more of a snack size so perfect if your hungry but don't want to be stuffed. I had been here a while ago when they were newer and left feeling indifferent...not sure why. I'm so glad I came back! Bonus points for the Beatles Playlist they had on. read more

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New to the neighborhood and they were open today so we stopped by for a morning coffee and breakfast. I got the Sweet as can Bee with almond milk and my husband got the Delight Mint but he picked whole milk (he got nervous when asked for some reason). Both were really delicious and it was a hefty amount. We also got the breakfast burrito and split it. It was kind of pricey but it was tasty. We are from Texas so $6.50 for a breakfast burrito seems steep. The salsa was homemade and chunky and really flavorful like the kind we used to get at A Second Cup. Overall a great place and we will try it again! read more

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Cozy little coffee shop with free WiFi, a couple of cool drink concoctions, a few food/pastry options, and very friendly staff. I went with a friend on a Sunday morning, and it was pretty empty. I liked the decor a lot. It felt cool but not like they were trying too hard. They had both indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor seating consisted of a few tables and a few booths/benches by tables, and the outdoor seating was very dog friendly and had some water bowls for dogs. They have a bunch of different flavored late options as well as kombucha, smoothies, and "soda coffee" (something that I had never seen before). The soda coffee is either seltzer or kombucha with a shot of espresso. I tried out the kombucha soda coffee and it tasted a little odd, but pretty much what I wold have expected. I enjoyed the experience, but I will probably not order it again. They do not have many food options, and, in addition, I tried to order the breakfast bowl and the organic granola bar, but they were out of both. I ended up going with a blueberry muffin instead. They initially forgot my blueberry muffin, but apologized and gave it to me as soon as I reminded them. The blueberry muffin was very delicious! It was super soft and incredibly flavorful. The manager came out and introduced herself to me and my friend and was very welcoming as well! read more

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Okay, so no photos because I only ever get coffee there, but I do see regularly. If you look up most lists of coffee shops in St Louis (which I have), you will not see this. And I have no clue why. I mean one, it is an awesome name. And two, if I tried to make up an image of a neighborhood coffee shop in my head, this is what I'd come up with. The vibe here, again, is friendly. There is seating inside and outside, and you'll often see someone who must've stopped by while walking their dog or going for a daily walk just chilling with a drink at an outside table. Based upon their great array of specialty lattes, I would say that their focus is more on the casual, not particularly pretentious coffee drinkers. Which to me is fine, since St Louis has plenty of the more pretentious coffee shops. The only knock on this place is that because it is in a neighborhood, parking is limited and on the street. Usually if I stop by early, it's not an issue. But it is something to keep in mind. Overall, I definitely recommend this place. You might find somewhere with better coffee or better food, but it's just a pleasant place to hang out in. Definitely a hidden gem. read more