Great coffee! Good food. Nice atmosphere. The shop is in a cute downtown. Im not from the area, but…read morea friend told me this was their favorite place to go. It is now on my list for the next time I'm in the area again. I purchased a vanilla latte and a breakfast sandwich. I should mention there was loud music playing. I enjoyed it as I was trying to get energized for the morning, but if you are looking for a quiet place you may not enjoy it unless you sit outside.

When I check out a new coffee place, I look for two things: Is the coffee "good" to my taste buds…read more(this one probably goes without saying) and can I comfortably sit and relax long enough to read or have a conversation? Upshot offers both, with a bonus of delicious food. We'd never explored historic Cottleville before, and I immediately appreciated the setting. The surrounding streets and buildings bare a slight resemblance to the charm of Vermont. On a recent nice, near-Spring day, my wife and I knew we had to take advantage of the outdoor seating. Serene with a mild breeze, we would have liked to sit and read for an hour or two, if time allowed. I almost always go for a red eye when I visit a coffee shop for the first time, but there are alot of appealing alternatives; I might have to try Maple Bourbon latte on a future visit. Being a major fan of breakfast food, I had to order the hearty Brake Shop burrito, packed with scrambled eggs, bacon, cripsy tater tots, and pico del gallo. It arrived quickly, hot, and even more filling and flavorful than I expected. Beyond that, Upshot offers an ample menu of other breakfast and lunch options; my wife ordered a Turkey Sando and custom-made iced vanilla latte with oatmilk. We don't get that many beautiful days in the midst of St. Louis winter; I'm glad I could spend one at Upshot's flagship cafe, and excited to see how their other locations compare.

I'm totally obsessed with Pink Willow and I SOOO wish I lived closer, I'd totally be a regular…read more I've seen this spot on Instagram a ton, and when I had a meeting with someone who lived close, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to check it out. The space itself is so cute, it's very intentional and aesthetic. The pink stripes, ceiling clouds, plant paintings on the wall make it so unique. They have a pretty extensive menu, and I ordered a Garden Muse salad and it was delicious. I'm really simple and when it comes to salads, as long as the ingredients are fresh I'm happy. This hit the nail on the head. I added chicken and that made it super filling. The dressing wasn't sweet (which I prefer) and it's safe to say this is one of my new favorite salads :) I also ordered one of the latte specials which was a birthday cake latte. They were accommodating with my order of half sweet, and it was so good! I can't wait to come back for brunch! I'm already looking forward to it.

I recommend reading the website in its entirety because the waitlist information is under the Visit…read moreUs tab, which will give instructions on how to do the waitlist and what to expect (although from previous reviews, wait times could still extend longer than what is being scheduled) This space is SO VERY CUTE and very pink and dreamy, and I can see why it is so sought out! If there was an order counter for the outside and a host at the front, maybe a lot of issues with walk-ins could be eliminated. Because we were not familiar with this restaurant and literally came here on a whim, we had to order take out. It didn't take too long for our order to come out, maybe 20 minutes. The service here is okay, and I don't know if the nature of it being busy takes away from the service or the team that day was just over it! Our food was pretty good, but if you get the chance to eat there, it would be better straight from the kitchen! The cinnamon roll and fried egg sandwich were probably the best items. I think their latte was pretty good which had a lovely cold foam and strawberry! Definitely, if you have time to spare and want a very specific experience, try this space! Just be ready to wait a while!

Had myself some tex-mo coffee because it is right up the street... let me tell ya, killer lattes…read more Their lonestar latte, I posit, is their namesake latte. It was wonderful. A simple latte with big flavor. I also grabbed a coffee which was super solid. I may commit a cardinal sin, but I do enjoy adding some sweet n low which actually did a great job of amplifying the pecan flavors in their house brew. I used their drive thru and was in, ordered, and out in super time. The worker was great and coffee was superb. Definitely a solid little neighborhood spot to grab some brew. The menu was handwritten on a white board which means you know this place is local.

Their new location is in an old coffee shop location I used to visit. One that I liked a lot, but I…read morewas not disappointed by Tex-MO! They had a number of options you can't find at other coffee shops. I had an orange mocha latte and it was delightful. The drinks are pretty large as well for what you pay. It's a great price for what you get.

This coffee shop has such a unique environment and is the perfect, quiet place to curl up with a…read moregood book. I'm thrilled to have a spot like this in town! My only wish is for a wider variety of food and pastries. As someone who is gluten-free, it's tough to find something to eat here. Even having some pre-packaged snacks like chips available would be amazing so there's an option to grab with my drink. Still, I love this place and highly recommend it for readers!

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!

Seven Brew in Cottleville is my go-to stand! They're usually super fast, but today they must have…read morebeen a little short-staffed because it took a bit longer than usual. Luckily, it was a leisurely Sunday morning for me, so I wasn't complaining. Sometimes you just have to enjoy the slower pace! One of the things I love about Seven Brew is that there's truly something for everyone. Coffee, chai, energy drinks, smoothies, milkshakes--you name it, and someone in your family can probably find something they'll enjoy. And the drinks are always tasty! The staff is another reason I keep coming back. They're always super friendly, and they usually remember you if you're a regular. They also love when I bring my dogs through the drive-thru, which always makes the experience even more fun. I really like this particular location because there's plenty of space for the drive-thru line to get long without completely taking over the parking lot. Some other Seven Brew locations can feel really small and compact, but that's not an issue here. There's usually music playing, fun polls on the board, and just an overall upbeat atmosphere. Honestly, if I were a teenager, this is exactly the kind of place I would have wanted to work. It seems like there's a fun, positive working environment while still providing great customer service. Great atmosphere, delicious drinks, and friendly service--what more could you ask for?

Great service as always don't let the long lines frighten you. They get you in and out pretty…read morequickly. I still don't get the height over why there's always such long line but they're always super great with customer service and getting your order out quickly

Drink stop!!!!!…read more Drive thru location. I ordered Blended Caramel Apple Red Bull Infusion. Prepared fresh and consistency was perfect. Staff were friendly and speedy.

It's not the best coffee in the world, but their friendly staff and unique limited time offerings…read morecertainly make up for it! After driving by a different Scooter's and seeing their Chips Ahoy blender on a banner, I had to try it. It comes with no espresso by default, but you can request it to have espresso with no additional cost. It's like if you dipped some chocolate chip cookies in a cup of coffee, pretty tasty. I'm happy I scooted on in. Their LTOs always seem to be in a frappe format, which is such a huge amount of sugar, it can't be an everyday thing. I wish there was a way to get it as an iced coffee. But sometimes it IS fun to have what is essentially a milkshake for breakfast!

This is our new go to place for breakfast and lunch in St. Charles County! Food is fresh, super…read moreclean, lots of options to manage your gluten and/or dairy issues. The protein bites and treats are absolutely amazing! We particularly like the chickpea avocado and the MVP. Everything is made to order so be prepared to wait for a few minutes but it's so worth it. This is not fast food; the focus here is on providing high quality nourishment. Hanna, Anna and everyone else there are terrific, so helpful and friendly. We love this place. I wish I could give it six stars!

My partner and I had a couple of week routine of grabbing smoothie bowls here, and they were…read morefantastic! The service here was mostly great: the employees were friendly, albeit not super helpful on suggesting substitutions or anything. That was fine since we knew what we wanted most of the time. The last time we came in, however, wasn't the greatest: the employee who took our order didn't pass on the order correctly, which meant our order was wrong. Thankfully we were able to get it corrected immediately, so that's good. The shop itself has some tables and chairs, and it's very organized and inviting. I do like the grab and go section full of shots and snacks. That's a nice touch. I really like the smoothie bowls here, but the price is sooo steep. For the smallest bowls, we pay over $28 for two. That's without any crazy additions, and we just can't continue doing that. There are cheaper places with more variety in the smoothie bowl area. We ended up grabbing a blender and started making ours at home which, even with a ton of interesting additions, we are averaging about a dollar for HUGE bowls, so I'm totally cool with it! Just expect a rather large tab here, especially if you get a smoothie.

My husband and I hadn't been here for a while and went the other day. It was a little later on a…read moreweekday morning, so it wasn't too crowded. We were welcomed in and got in line to place our order. The case of pastries is fun to look at! We ordered and sat down to wait. Our coffee and food were good, but having been there before, we knew they would be. What I enjoy just as much as the menu items, is looking at the beautiful clothing that some of the women wear. I don't know all the correct words for the traditional clothing they wear and don't want to be disrespectful and use the wrong words! But some of them are absolutely gorgeous! Some of the men also wear their traditional clothing. I make an effort to not look too much, but some of the garments are hard to look away from! Go for the coffee and pastries, and enjoy seeing the traditional garments!

A nice, different spot to try! They have quite the niche for pastries and specialty mousses…read more(covered in chocolate, quite vital on social media). Counter service was friendly and quick. Lots of seating. The parking lot directly in front was significantly smaller than the one it was attached to, and completely full. There was a food truck and a shaved ice place, so we had to park further away by the Chuck E. Cheese. Not too bad of a walk, though, just something to note for folks who can't go long distances. I also didn't expect to spend $10 on the croissant and personally wouldn't spend that again. Coffee syrups were 1883 brand, and my preferred is house made syrup (especially for a $7 latte). However, almost anything is better than Torani! Still a nice treat to try for a first timer. I'll be back if I'm ever in the area again!

The Tea Spout is located in Chesterfield Valley in a small plaza. They share a parking lot with…read moreseveral other businesses. I've driven past them so many times and I finally visited. I was pleasantly surprised with everything. When you walk in, you grab your own menu and you seat yourself. They have high top tables, booths, low tables and a conversation area with comfy furniture. You place your order at the counter and pay ahead. They give you a number to place on your table and they bring your food out. The first thing that impressed me is that the food menu is local and organic. They offer organic coffees, so many teas and tea accessories, herbs. Their cafe menu has many vegan and vegetarian options. The service was friendly and helpful. Our drink order came out almost immediately, and our food came out fairly quickly. I really enjoyed my breakfast bowl that I added avocado. It was quite nourishing and flavorful. I don't know how they cooked the sweet potatoes absolutely perfect. I also ordered a protein cookie to eat later. What absolutely blew me away was my lavender Matcha iced drink. It was the best Matcha I've ever had. They also have an area with various hot sauces and so many flavors of infused, honey. They have various types of sugar, agave and Stevia, but you will not find any Splenda or equal here. So if you are sugar-free and don't like Stevia, bring some from home. I really liked the whole vibe of this place, the food and the beverages. I will definitely be back soon. Please note that they are closed on Sundays and Mondays.

What a great find in the Chesterfield Valley --…read more The Tea Spout. The space is bright and calming with tons of natural light, a cozy boho feel, and really comfortable seating. Their tea selection is excellent, with flavorful herbal blends that also focus on wellness and immunity, plus mushroom coffees and a few gluten-free sweet treats. My husband loved the avocado toast, and I had the eggs and greens (small), which was surprisingly filling and delicious. Everything comes beautifully topped with fresh microgreens. Groovy music, a cute little kids' area, and a peaceful atmosphere made it an especially relaxing stop on a rainy day. I hear it gets busy on Saturdays, and I can see why -- it's a unique, welcoming spot. I gave it a 4 star because you have to order at the table.

I was out running in the middle of nowhere, preparing for an inevitable future in which it's…read morenecessary for me to retreat into the woods, when it was decided that we needed to get coffee. Someone from my group consulted their cell and determined that this was the closest place. I'd never heard of it. Apparently, it's a chain with multiple locations in some of our pastier exurbs. It makes you wonder what else there might be. PJ's claims to be a New Orleans coffee shop. What exactly is meant by that, I'm not sure. The coffee, at least in terms of the various preparations, seems to be the same coffee you'd get anywhere else. If you were to squint, I guess you could say that the decor on the inside is New Orleans themed. The exterior looks like the exterior of any chain establishment these days, including newer McDonald's, i.e. like a circa '09 Chipotle. Do the baristas flash you and allow you to throw beads at them? Sadly, no. I asked. Near the register there was an ad for a seasonal selection. I believe it was called a Peppermint Bark Velvet Ice, but I could be mistaken (indeed that doesn't sound like a very good name for a drink). It's not even Thanksgiving, and in fact, as I'm writing this, we're only one week removed from Halloween, but I'll allow it. I'm all PSLd out due to living near an Aldi. Anyway, this was perfect for me, because I could see what it looked like, and it spared me from having to investigate the menu further. As an inveterate brokie, I don't get coffee from fancy shops like this, but when I do, it needs to be something ridiculous, that someone might post on Instagram alongside a Labubu. I could get Folgers at home. They also carry beignets. Hence, presumably, the name. I got the smallest serving of the larger of the two sizes of beignets that they carry, which came with three of them. I'm not going to say what my total came to, out of embarrassment. I feel like a senior citizen who's just been sold a parcel of swamp land. Part of it is that I opted for a large drink. I was warned by the cashier that it comes in a very large cup. I told her that was no big deal, not realizing just how big it would be. This thing was an absolute unit, bigger than any reasonable person would need. They probably only keep it on the menu for idiots like me, who don't bother to check the actual size and price. It wasn't clear to me what was meant by velvet Ice, and it still isn't. I'd say it's along the lines of a frappe, with the caveat that I know very little about coffee drinks. The overall vibe was more chocolate than peppermint, but with bits of peppermint candy. It drinks more like an iced coffee than a milkshake, and you could slam one pretty quickly if you weren't paying attention, and you liked it that much. There's a generous whipped cream and chocolate syrup topping that doesn't melt down into the drink the way it would if the drink were hot. You end up eating it all at the end, as a sort of dessert to your dessert. Which brings us to the beignets. They're weirdly precise in their dimensions, like maybe they're heated up from frozen. They're served warm, and they're not given to you immediately, but it didn't occur to me to look and see how they were prepared. I'd describe these as being more like a dinner roll and less like a funnel cake, but not necessarily in a bad way. Ultimately, it's probably not possible to mess up a beignet. They're probably not nearly as good if you get them to go and end up eating them cold. Fortunately, I ate mine there. The seating area was nice, if maybe a little cramped, with a tiny sofa and a couple of comfy-looking chairs in addition to a row of tables. It was a veritable ghost town while we were there, so that ended up not being an issue. It was a Sunday, so people may have been at church, trying to get right with the Lord.

This was my first time checking this place out with a friend. The menu options are fun, the place…read moreis cozy and it was clean. They had a sign on the cashwrap that they were training new barista's and to please be patient - and so that is fair. The sweet young gal taking our order was very soft spoken - so it was hard to understand if she was getting the order correct. We waited about 15 min for the two lattes we ordered to be made. That feels excessive even with training and there were only 2 iced coffees ahead of us. My drink was made then they had to tell my friend they ran out of the pecan flavor she wanted- so she had to get something else. While it was good- for a Saturday morning for the slow service and missing ingredients-I won't avoid this place, I likely will go somewhere else next time.