maple brown sugar oat milk latte (half sweet) at rosemary coffee co in manchester…read more rosemary has been on my list for a while and it didn't disappoint - I loved my drink and my visit! the space screams community with entryway bookshelves full of local vendor merchandise, a sprawling community board, and a lending library within its back bookshelves, and ample seating full of people sharing a coffee with a friend. staff was so kind and service was quick, and loved how much space there was to sit down and enjoy my coffee moment. bakery looked great but I did not try it - will try when I come back!

This was a nice surprise. They are located in a busy strip…read moremall but still retains it's homey vibe when you enter. Books line the walls in built in bookshelves. I had an oatmilk latte, which was very good. I also had a blueberry muffin, of which they get delivered by a local bakery. Normally when blueberry muffins have lemon flavor it is extremely out of balanced. The lemon did not over power the blueberries. Their staff are nice and inviting. They currently do not have an app or website to have your beverages made ahead of time but they mentioned it is something they are looking into. TLDR: Worth going to. Parking might be interesting. Be warned there is a risk of a wait for their busy morning crowd.

I can't say enough good things about this spot. I got the cookie butter cold brew and WOW. The…read moreflavor, the creamy cold foam, and the sweet staff made everything so enjoyable. The cozy yet aesthetic environment creates a cute study spot. I will for sure be back!

The shop itself is a former home-turned café/shop. So, parking here is very limited and very tight…read more While I could have fitted my car in one of the spaces, the two cars on either side were too close to the parking lines for my comfort so I parked across the street at the bank and walked over. When you enter, it's very small but very well put together décor wise. Each area had signs that discouraged movement of their furniture and had its own kind of theme. I was meeting up with a friend and her daughter and unfortunately did not realize they had the typical café hours (closed at 2pm) so my visit was very quick (30 minutes) and I had to rush my conversation. I ordered an iced Monstera Mint latte and chocolate coffee cake slice. When the barista called up my order, I repeated my order asking if it's mine (they don't use a name system) and apparently *I* mispronounced MONSTERA because she turned her back and said within earshot to her coworker how I did not pronounce it correctly and why do people say it incorrectly. I am not a big plant person so excuse me for not knowing how every single plant name is pronounced. I know people vent at work, but it made me feel uncomfortable the rest of my visit, so I was glad it was almost time to leave before they closed. Vent after customers leave if you have to.... Anyways, my MONSTER-AH mint latte was good, but the chocolate coffee cake was a bit too dry for me. And service could have been a bit more professional in my opinion.

This place is kind of a hidden gem! My GPS found it tucked away when searching for a place to get…read morea chai tea. It's fun, quirky, and filled with delicious goodies -- a great place to get coffee and tea, with the added bonus of sweet treats! I love the rotation of seasonal drinks, and the baked goods are a small but mighty selection of scones, muffins, cookies, brioche cinnamon rolls (my favorite!), and other yummy baked deliciousness! Staff are friendly and helpful in offering options -- for example, I needed some dairy free milk choices. The barista also offered great recommendations with the seasonal drinks. Pricing is really reasonable... which allows you to indulge in some additional baked goods or one of their fun merchandise items like homemade dog treats, t-shirts, mugs, etc. I also like that they have a small shelf of books, records, and games if you want a little BFF time - with your bestie or for just yourself! I enjoy stopping in for refreshments and a little break from shopping on Lindbergh, or getting something to go to enjoy at home. The vibe is relaxed, and easy-going, and marching to the beat of its own drum. You gotta love places like this! There is plenty of parking, and the lot is easy to get in and out of. Just watch your step at the doorway entry/exit. It's got a slight incline - so watch your step. Seating is limited, but it seems to work, because there is a steady "to go" crowd that doesn't take up the tables. I love this cool spot in South County! It's local, and I love that over bigger, more expensive alternatives. I've been thinking a lot about those cinnamon rolls. So, I need another visit!

I think this place has good coffee, but for a place that prides itself "hustle culture" it is the…read moreslowest coffee shop I have ever been to. Today, I literally had to leave because when I walked in, there was no one behind the counter, I stood there for a few minutes until someone finally came out out of the back section, and then I assume, went behind the counter to tell the worker that I was waiting. When the worker came out, she had a bunch of cookies in her hands that she then had to proceed to fold and put into a bag and then she started making the coffee of two people that were sitting at the counter while I was still just standing there. She did acknowledge me, which I appreciate, but at that point, I have been standing there for at least five minutes and I still hadn't ordered my coffee. I told her that I had to leave because I had to get to work and went to Starbucks instead, which I really didn't want to do. But this has been a pattern with this place- either they're not hiring enough staff, the staff that they have is overwhelmed or something is going on. I've been coming here for almost a year- and I definitely would prefer to patronize a local Shop, but not if it's gonna take five minutes to even just get my order taken when I am literally the only person in line. Also, I wanna add, I literally used to come here three times a week. This is not a new experience, but this one has really taken it over the top. Like I said, I want to support a local coffee shop, and I want to like this place, but particularly in the morning when people are on their way to work, this type of delay is totally unacceptable. I'm not blaming the worker, I'm blaming whoever's doing the scheduling.

Ok, we know "what's in your wallet?"…read more These little cafes are too cool! They are definitely a must when you're traveling. You can get some coffee with deep cut discounts because you carry a Capital One card. You have to pay for your coffee purchase with that card. Now if you're not a member make sure and sign up? These cafes are for all people's! They offer great little nooks to get away and get some coffee and air. On our journey we stopped in just to see and have some coffee. Fabulous service! The coffee the best! They offer seasonal drinks too ! It's a quaint place and blend . Credit cards and coffee shops, we are odd! They offer free offers in store and other various options for planting trees for your garden and community. We will see how they grow when we get to our new home . Thank you for the best coffee here today and kindness! We know that's which is our wallet.

Did not realize there was a Capital One cafe inside West County Mall, granted this is not somewhere…read moreI frequent but it was good to know that it was here. Concept is interesting - part cafe, part bank, part workspace, part bank. The space is modern and clean, and set up perfectly if you want to sit and get work done. Lots of seating and outlets with free wifi. I didn't get to try the coffee and got the matcha instead which was pretty refreshing. The menu also included light food options like sandwiches and pastries which are convenient if you want something quick. Another big perk is you get 50% off drinks if you have a Capital One or Discover card which makes it a much better value and a reason to come back.

A friend introduced me to this amazingly PEACEFUL place several years ago. I live pretty far away,…read morebut somehow the staff remember me on my increasingly less frequent visits. I came regularly for years, but l i f e. Katie will hook you up in the cafe with GREAT drinks, desserts, breakfast & lunch options as well. I like to browse the shop while I wait. Soap sale today as well as end of season. I have tried MANY of their lavender items as well as decor. Fresh Thyme was carrying some of their products the last time I got groceries.

I visited this place while staying in Innsbrook. I really like this quaint shop and café. The susah…read morewas friendly and helpful. The cafe: You can choose to eat in the café or their event space. I ordered the adult grilled cheese with the sausage, potato, and kale soup. The grilled cheese was good but the soup was delicious! It was packed with flavor. I also ordered the Peony to drink- lavender lemonade and strawberry cold foam. Very very good! I liked it so much that I got one to go along with a lavender infused chocolate chip cookie. The cookie was OK, it needed more moisture. Kudos for the lavender not being overpowering to where you're essentially eating a laundry pod. The shop: the shop has many natural made products such as soaps, cuticle oil, sprays and the like. There are many lavender infused items of course. I bought a soap and lavender fudge brownie mix. Can't wait to bake.

Stopped by for coffee and a couple of treats. Everything came out quickly and we enjoyed sitting…read moreoutside and soaking in the sun. Servers are friendly and help answer any questions about the options. Love coming here!

The staff is always so friendly and patient, even when it's busy! I love treating myself to a…read morelittle treat from Teleo, whether it's a seasonal iced latte, chocolate croissant or a breakfast sandwich, I highly recommend stopping here if you're in the area. It does get pretty busy during peak hours, so be prepared for a little wait, but know it's worth it! This is one of my favorite coffee shops in the STL area, though it does tend to be on the pricier side.

The food was okay and the atmosphere was charming. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this place…read moreif you want to enjoy a slower meal with company. I went with two friends on a Sunday at 9am and the whole experience felt rushed from the beginning. I do think this was partly because you do not have a dedicated server which sounds nice in theory. We were asked if we were ready to order multiple times, by multiple people in just a few minutes. My friend was then asked if they could clear her plate at least 10 times because she was not actively eating. By the last time it was almost comical and she ended up apologizing to the server and asked for a few more minutes as she is a slower eater and takes breaks. Dedicated sections for servers would go a long way here.

This is an adorable brunch spot with lots of character!! We visited here with some friends and were…read moreglad they got a reservation. The restaurant was packed and had a line (for good reason)! Once seated, our server checked on us frequently and listed their specials soundly. I opted for the sandwich special of the day, the Monte cristo, and my partner got one of the Benedict's. We split the special waffles of the day, the French toast waffle. We also both got a good drink with our meal. The Monte Cristo was perfectly sweet and savory. Incredible potion sizing for the price and a delicious plate. The French toast waffle was insane. Such a perfect sweet treat to finish our meal!

Best gooey cake in the world! They also have outstanding brownies, and cookies, and probably the…read moresecond best raspberry turnovers (after my own of course...haha). They do have a regular menu with sandwiches and soups but I honestly have never given that much a look. It's usually grab the gooey and get the fork. And don't share. You don't love anyone enough for that. It's so great to see a real local bakery still operating and doing it so well! Love these guys!! (Oh and the staff is super friendly, and the place is almost always pretty busy! So you know it's top notch!)

We had another fantastic lunch at Russell's. We were a little late on Saturday, arriving a half…read morehour before their 3pm closing time. The espresso machine was broken, so I enjoyed an iced coffee. The chipotle chicken club was satisfying and tasty with thick bacon, avocado, and a chipotle mayo sauce. She got a gooey butter cake for the table, which was fantastic! There was a firm crust on the bottom with a delicious gooey center and scattered blackberries. It was a beautiful afternoon to enjoy all of this on the patio. We look forward to the next visit!

Great spot to grab a sweet treat and a coffee. My mom and I wanted a coffee after lunch before…read moreheading to the mall. We wanted to support local, so this was a perfect fit! I also love that this space aims to provide front/ back of house skills for adults with intellectual disabilities. We went in the afternoon, so a lot of bakery items were sold out (good sign). They had full size gooey butter cakes and pre wrapped items ready to, so definitely keeping that in mind. They also had their famous smile cookies (I've been eating them since I was a kid). They have a full ice cream bar in here (had no idea) which is great to add to the sweet treat line up. My coffee was great (iced latte) and the service was also good. Parking can be tricky in downtown Kirkwood (if you know you know) but we scored a lucky spot on the street right outside. Check it out!

I went here a few weeks ago. I think I had not been here. It's a bakery/cafe that provides job…read moretraining for people of various abilities receiving job training. And I don't remember what I had, lol! I liked it and I'll return to update this review if I remember what it was. A few of the employees -- people perhaps in their early 20s who did not appear to take their jobs as seriously as the cashier -- were engaged in a private conversation behind the counter. The cashier and customers had to wait a moment to get their attention about a menu item that had been discontinued, though the online menu we found had not been updated. We had a group of 8 people. We sat upstairs. I wasn't all over the setup of the space. Perhaps half of the seating is upstairs and the stairs have a bend/turn. The person bussing lost control of the tray. From what I could see, in her attempt to regain control of the tray, she fell and broke something or some glass cut her and she was bleeding quite a lot before she left for treatment. I think smaller trays may be in order, or a dumbwaiter, or perhaps an employee with better upper body control could do this task. Between that and a comment said by one of the waitstaff that I prefer not to repeat, I am hoping I caught them on an "off" day. We need more businesses like this one. The food was good, too, so I will return.

La Finca is a darling coffee shop! The servers are helpful and friendly. I got a beef empanada and…read morethe candy apple macchiato, which were both great! The whole place has a great atmosphere. I also love the tile floors. I highly recommend stopping by!

I'm a coffee person and their Americano (16 oz) with 3 shots was $3.45-- for the taste + value in…read morethis economy was so worth it. For perspective, Nespresso Vertuo pods are about $1.50 a pod (1-2 shots) and single origin coffee beans from a reputable roaster is about $20-28 which lasts about two weeks. They have a cold brew called Kyoto and appreciated how they offered a sample. I'm not a mocha girlie but my husband and is partial to their raspberry mocha, turtle mocha, and la finca's mocha. I wouldn't go out of my way for this place but if you're nearby or on the highway toward St. Louis, stop by here rather than Starbucks, Scooter's, etc :) it's less expensive and quality is there.