I've been to Ivy Cafe a number of times for coffee and breakfast, but today was my first time…read moreordering from the lunch menu. There are so many great options, and as expected, the food was really good. The coffee is always excellent too. What truly makes the experience stand out, though, is the service. Sarina is always exceptional -- friendly, attentive, and welcoming every single time we visit. She genuinely makes you feel valued as a customer and adds so much to the overall atmosphere. Looking forward to coming back again soon!

delicious food, beautiful café, attentive service, accommodating of dietary restrictionsread more

Amazing staff. Had our meal delayed, staff noticed without us even asking, quickly corrected it and…read moreapologized sincerely with complementary deserts. Truly what food service should be these days. Keep it up staff!

This was a really interesting restaurant and absolutely perfect for a work day lunch with friends…read more Counter service moves quickly and it was easy to find a table when we arrived at 11:30 on a Thursday, but there was a line out the door before we finished our meal. I had checked online and was concerned about portion size, but the meals were perfectly portioned. I got the chicken enchilada bowl and it was very yummy. It was a little spicier than I was expecting and the "sauce" was almost a queso, but it was incredibly fresh and light and I didn't finish it. A friend ordered sweet potato fries and a lemon cupcake for us th split. The fries were jus barely overcooked so they kept sticking to my teeth, but the dilly-heavy ranch sauce was divine and went perfectly with the sweet fries. The lemon cupcake was super moist and delicious. I wish I had paid more attention and gotten infused water from the entry instead of the plain water from the dispenser. Perfect lunch, will definitely go back!

I tried Seedz again with some friends and family after not having been there in a couple years. It…read moredefinitely had a well deserved refresh with the inside and menu which is so so exciting as vegan/vegetarian places are becoming less and less common. I love all the fresh, healthy and raw ingredient options they have. I ordered the original Reuben and it was so good, the sauerkraut sauce was full of flavor. My partner got the Malibu Melt and mentioned it was full of flavor but a little dry and maybe needed some more sauce. It is a small quaint little place, walk up to order and seat yourself. They close at 7 so if you're trying to go for dinner you better get in early! The employees were really nice and even let us try a chocolate chip cookie which was soo good. I definitely want to go back and try the pizza:)

The Seedz Cafe is an experience everyone should have. Nestled the historic DeMun Community, we…read moreabsolutely love eating here and walking around the community. I had a delicious vegan burger and their exceptional artisan vegan donuts s, which they daily run out of before Noon. Next door they also have a coffee shop with some of the best coffee I have ever had. The service is always excellent with a family friendly environment, with outdoor seating for nice days. After going to Seedz you will want to make it a regular stop for some of the best vegan food in Missouri! I will share my rating of their vegan pizza on a later post, meanwhile, I recommend you try it for yourself.

So cute! My friend and I had lunch here the other day and I was surprised and delighted. The food…read moreportions are amazing and the smells alone could have satisfied me. Luckily, we were able to eat and drink too hehe. Staff was super helpful and nice :) definitely will be coming back.

What a cozy place! Went here for dinner on a Friday night with friends and it was great! We had…read morereservations at 645 and we were seated right away. It was pretty busy inside and on the patio, so definitely recommend reservations. The staff was very friendly and helped us pick out good options. We had the fresh cheese appetizer to start and it was sooo good and followed it with the spinach and pepperoni pizzas. Both were good but the spinach was my favorite!!! We were celebrating my friend's birthday so they gave him a free cookie! So kind of them and such a good cookie!! Lots of big chocolate chunks. We also ordered a slice of almond polenta cake and it was fantastic. Overall, a great little spot with good service and food, so I'll have to come back to try their lunch menu!

If Sasha's on Demun were a person, it would be Donna Meagle from Parks and Rec. Versatile, knows…read morehow to treat yo' self, equally at home in yoga pants, ready for a backwoods adventure or dressed to the nines, and doesn't blink at any version of you that walks through the door. That's the vibe. We started on the front patio on a Friday night and quickly realized we'd made a mistake. The doors to the interior were open and the music -- a rock-forward playlist that night -- was loud enough that we considered bailing. Our server, was unbothered when we asked to move up to the rooftop. Where we met with a new bartender and server, London, who rolled with it, got us resettled, and from that point on the night was great. London was clearly handling the bar and most of the rooftop tables, but she was attentive throughout, and made eye contact, which seems a near miracle from many 20-something these days. Bumping the score up just for the flexibility on the table move alone. The food: crab cakes were genuinely good, not life-changing, but well above the weak-crab-cake bar that exists in most of the world, served simply with capers and a small salad. I went off-script and ordered the wagyu burger medium rare with fontina (London mentioned cheddar is the more common pick, but the Fontina offerd a great alternative). The burger was deeply flavorful and cooked exactly right, but here's my one real note for the kitchen: toast the brioche bun. Wagyu medium-rare puts out a lot of juice, and an untoasted bun loses its structural integrity about three bites in. A quick toast would let the bun keep some additional integrate and keep up with the perfectly cooked beef. The pom buff were great, the best elevated patato tots you may come by. Beyond what we ordered, the Greek salad is a longtime go-to -- chopped, with grape leaves and pita, available in a small or large, and easily dressed up into a light meal with or without adding some protein or can be share as a self-dress bruschetta appetizer for the group if you ask for extra bread. The cheese boards are also a reliable pick. The wine list is extensive (it's a wine bar, after all), but they don't sniff at cocktails -- I had a solid fine old fashioned, and my wife shared had a Malbec that paired well with everything. Lots of gluten-free options across the menu, too. What Sasha's gets right is that it has refused to become precious. "Wine bar" reads as pretentious to some people, but this place runs as a neighborhood spot. You'll see college kids dressed way down, couples on dates dressed way up, Hawaiian shirts, oversized sweaters, the full range. It's the kind of place where you can split a bottle with your girlfriends, meet a date for drinks and a quick bite without committing to a full dinner, or roll in for brunch on the weekend. Different times of day, different vibes -- always approachable. 4.7 stars. Loses a few tenths for the front-patio music situation and the weak burger bun, but more than makes up for it on flexibility, food, and overall hang factor.

Used to love this place, but today really changed my impression…read more We stopped in for a quick drink on a beautiful Saturday. There were a few open tables, but we were asked to wait by the door while they "got situated." Meanwhile, a walk-in who arrived after us was seated at a table we had been waiting for. When we were finally seated, we were placed in direct sun. I asked if we could move to a shaded table in the corner and was told it was only for parties of three. After explaining we'd just be there briefly for a drink, we were allowed to sit there, but the interaction felt dismissive. From that point on, the experience felt rushed. We were pushed to order quickly, our menus were taken right away, and the check came almost immediately. It made what should have been a relaxed stop feel uncomfortable and transactional. I understand how busy restaurants can get, especially on nice days, but a little more consideration and courtesy would have gone a long way.

Stopped in here after a long morning at the Zoo, and this hit the spot! I got the special sandwich,…read more"The Jammer" with a basket of fries and a regular chocolate shake. I'm so impressed by the size of the sandwich! It's definitely worth the price. The fries were hot and crispy! Shake was thick and the chocolate flavor was excellent. Workers were friendly and the order took a little bit to prepare, but we enjoyed the fun atmosphere on the inside! Can't wait to go back!

I came here because a friend recommended it. It was decent on a 1-10 I'll give it a 7-7.5, shocked…read moreme they charge 1.00 for pickles and literally 3 pickles were put on the sandwhich I got the turkey club and subbed the wheat bread for sourdough bread which was free and a bottle of water which I think was 1.75 the sandwhich had what looked like avocado mayo but I could not really taste it I thought it would've been on sub bread but nope regular sliced bread. The service was very quick there were only two ppl ahead in line and we all got our food within seconds of each other. The cashier even brought the bag and water over to us versus having us meet him at the counter. This is very quaint place with a huge menu of sandwiches and small menu of soups and shakes! Definitely recommend checking them out!

Was craving a good salad after the gym so went to revel on Sunday! I have had the don't kale it a…read morecomeback before so I knew exactly what I wanted. Parked in the garage and headed in. Person taking my order did not really acknowledge me. Food came out pretty quick but I saw it sitting on the counter for a bit before it was brought to me. Restaurant was pretty empty. Apparently most people do carryout or at least that's what I noticed today. Overall clean and has a decent outdoor area.

My first impression was it's expensive. After ordering and eating, it was pretty reasonable…read moreespecially for what you get. Plus the quality and taste are top notch. Friendly service and love the self service still and sparkling water machine. Not much ambiance inside or out but hey, not the end of the world. Build your own, it's the best option in my opinion

I come to Sauce on the Side specifically for the Gonzo calzone -- and I'll order it every single…read moretime. The combo of sweet dates and savory salami is insanely good and just melts in your mouth. If you're a sweet-and-savory fan, this one's a must. The vibe here is very casual -- you order at the bar, grab your drink, and then take a number to your table while they make your food fresh. It's a relaxed setup that works perfectly for a quick lunch or easy dinner. This location does have metered parking, so plan to walk a little, but it's totally worth it. They also have a great beer and soda selection, and the staff is always super friendly and helpful. Great food, chill atmosphere, and a calzone I'll never stop craving.

I went to the Sauce on the Side in Clayton. Parking was limited on the street, but we did get some…read moreluck when we went around 6:30pm. I had ordered the food for pick-up, hoping that it would be quick. But, my friends who ordered in got their calzones sooner than our pick up order. We did end up dining in with them and noticed that our friend's portions of calzones looked slightly bigger than our to-go orders. But, the calzones were still tasty and I liked the variety.