Excellent use of space I visited a venue in this location a…read morefew years back and let me tell you, this is over the top classic and nice. Several spaces in the day and I can only image the evening and events. The customer service is great. The wait and support staff is friendly and hospitable. The wait for service was minimal. This is my lil cousin favorite spot so I called in menu suggestions and she was on point. Looking at delivery and portions on other tables made my mouth water and commitment to a few more visit before I head out, even before my plate arrived. The ambiance was diverse and I felt at home. We ordered a latte flight, lamb chops, Cajun grits and waffle sandwich. Ooh chille, my palate was so excited! While waiting to leave, I noted merch as well as uplifting messages and support of others through books, cards dolls. It's for whatever you need: family, friends, business, or to pop-out!

We had a fabulous brunch here!…read more First off, it's huge and each different seating area has something authentically pleasing to offer. Our server was super nice and our food came out quickly. The best part: the food was FANTASTIC. I talked about the breakfast nachos all day. Delicious!!!

Had the Rooster Slinger vegan. Tasty. So much so that 8 wonder if it is truly vegan. They have a…read morestandard and a vegetarian version of this dish. Did expect such a large crowd. Definitely expect a 30 minute wait for Sunday brunch. I sat at the bar as it was only myself,so no wait time. Also had the samurai bloody Mary. It was good. Not earth shattering, but better than premixed.

While exploring downtown St. Louis, I stopped by Rooster for breakfast. The restaurant has a…read morebright, open atmosphere with high ceilings and a mix of bar, booth, and table seating. Service was quick and friendly. I ordered the seasonal shakshouka slinger with chicken sausage, peppers, onions, potatoes, chimichurri, and two over-easy eggs. Unfortunately, it was just okay. The dish was a little too salty for my taste, the potatoes could have been crispier, and overall it lacked much depth of flavor. I'd probably order something else if I came back. There aren't many breakfast spots in downtown St. Louis, though, so if you're staying nearby, Rooster is still a convenient option with a welcoming atmosphere and solid service!

We came early, right after opening, and the place filled up quickly! The service was fantastic, and…read morethe atmosphere was so fun and lively--it's definitely not your typical breakfast spot! We both ordered coffee, and it was amazing. We tried the special grits and the steak & eggs, and both were absolutely delicious. Everything was full of flavor and beautifully done. Such a fun place for breakfast or brunch with a great vibe, delicious food, and excellent service. Highly recommend!

Food- 5 stars Ambience- 5 stars…read moreDescription of food - 3 stars Service- I hate to say a range of 1-5 stars and here's why: As a vegetarian, when I go to a restaurant I'm used to scanning the menu and deciding between 2-3 items. But here! The entire menu can be made vegetarian. So 5 stars for food. Everything that we had was ah-mazing. The proportions were just enough. You'll walk out satisfied but not full. Cute ambience- a cozy feel Description of food- I love how the menu identified common allergens. When we were seated, My daughter who is gluten intolerant, explained that she has a gluten allergy. She orders the Chakchouka that is listed as GF. It came out with slices of bread. We were not sure if the bread was gf. After about 10 minutes our waiter walked past us. We flagged him down and asked if the bread was gf and he looked at us like we had 10 eyes and said "no- absolutely not" and briskly walked away.... Well why would a server bring a child bread when they knew she was gluten intolerant? Which brings me to the service- We ordered 3 coffees. One hot with almond milk, one iced with oat milk and one hot with 1/2 and 1/2. The coffee came out and 2 "milks" were placed in front of us and our waiter moved on. We had to wait 5ish minutes before our waiter walked by again to ask what the milks were. He simply said - that one is 1/2 and 1/2 then walked away. Now I get it... if he was slammed... I'd understand why he was so short... but at the time we were in there there were 2 waiters and 4 tables. He was not slammed. We also didn't get the iced coffee until we flagged down a different waiter and he exchanged a hot coffee for an iced. The "other waiter" was on his game while I think ours was on hurting to get back on his phone.

I absolutely loved this coffee shop! The inside was so cool and had such a fun atmosphere, with…read moreplenty of unique things to shop around for, delicious bakery items, and of course, amazing coffee. The coffee was seriously so good! The outdoor patio was even better--it was such a nice space to sit outside under the covered area and enjoy the breeze from the fans. There's also an option to sit in the sun if you prefer. It's a great place to relax, catch up with friends, or get some work done. Such a great environment and overall vibe! I'll definitely be back to try more of their food and bakery items.

I went to school out in the sticks, so I'm always worried when I visit one of these local-looking…read morecoffee shops that there might be vaguely religious undertones, along with a meeting on Tuesday nights where men gather to share their thoughts on disturbing cultural developments, hug and cry a little bit. I'd attend such a meeting, but more so for the lulz (but also to share my beliefs). I'm pleased to report that there's none of that going on here, that I'm aware of. Granted, this was a Sunday morning. I was there with my running group as part of our ongoing unofficial breakfast burrito tour, the last such stop until this fall, due to upcoming marathon training. Of course it was the most unpleasant day of the year, maybe ever, with a heat index of 117 (no hyperbole). I changed shirts before I came in and then sweated through that shirt as well. One of the ladies I was with left a gross pool of sweat in her chair after she left. It didn't occur to me to pull a Charlamagne tha God until hours later. I'm growing as a human being. Part of that growth is gradually coming to realize that seasonal lattes, unless they have sort of especially distinct flavor, like banana, aren't going to taste like anything other generic artificial sweetener, let alone what they purport to be. I considered ordering an iced caramel latte, but I figured what the heck. I went with something called a Miso Brown Sugar Latte. It was good for what it was, but I don't know that anyone, if you gave it to them to try, could identify it as that. I liked the fact that it had a somewhat more pronounced coffee flavor, compared to some places where it mostly just tastes like a glass of milk. I wasn't as crazy about the fact that it took a while for the ice cubes to cool it down, probably longer than it would have taken if it were served in a glass cup. I went with something called the Annex Burrito, which I didn't realize until after I ordered it is not the only burrito they carry. I guess you can also get a bog-standard breakfast burrito with bacon, eggs and cheese. This one comes with corn, beans and some sort of unidentified crema for the same amount. Maybe they give you less bacon. Mine didn't have a lot of bacon, but the bacon it did have was not crisp and had a precooked vibe. The latter was more of an issue for me than the former. I'm a savage in that way. I did appreciate the fact that it was griddled, possibly using a panini press. The exterior was ever so slightly crisp, while the interior was pizza roll-level molten. The overall vibe was similar to those microwave burritos they used to carry at 7-11, but in a good way. All I needed was a mini truck enthusiast magazine filled with photos of bikini-clad Latinas and a Windex-blue Slurpee, but I was able to make do with a lukewarm mystery latte and the old ladies I run with. I'm resourceful.

What a great mix of ingredients for breakfast!…read more If you like fish, definitely try the catfish biscuit; the sauces blend extremely well Lot of tots on the plate is good to share with an extra person. Small place; seating is first come first serve. Probably best for solo eats or duos. Service is simple just grab a menu and go upfront to order. Great spot for breaky

My wife and I tried this place out on our way out of town, and let me tell you, I didn't know a…read moresausage egg and cheese biscuit could be that good. My wife got the OG with cheese grits and a "golden hour" cold brew and I got the Porchetta Sando which is a September special accompanied with the Ninja Turtle cold brew and holy smokes. I can't wait to come back to St. Louis just to come to The Biscuit Joint! The ambiance is super cool as well. The food is made to order in front of you and the service is second to none. Cannot recommend this place enough!

Service was outstanding! I thought the south side slinger…read morewas very good! One the best slingers I have had in long while!!!!!

Very tasty vegetarian hash which was the only hash I saw on the menu. Wait staff very attentive…read moreand cordial. Comfortable environment filled with obviously happy diners. Will definitely return.

Meeting friends here for brunch was a pleasant experience. The menu is varied enough to offer both…read morebreakfast and lunch options, with plenty of choices and nothing imaginative. The prices are very reasonable. When we asked about specialty coffee drinks, our server showed us an electronic tablet-- we had to pass it around to read our options. They were all very sweet concoctions named for desserts, and the ones my companions chose were indeed so pumped with syrup and flavors and sprinkles that the taste of coffee was nowhere to be found. Our food was just fine. The waffle was sweet and fluffy. The Berry Salad was exactly as described: iceberg, lettuce, berries, pecans. The berries were fresh; the chicken was heavily seasoned (mostly salty and saturated) and the poppyseed dressing was very sweet. The quiche had plenty of spinach in it but was rather rubbery (I know quiche can be tricky-- it has a really long cooking time so it can't be made to order, and rewarming does it no favors) and the potato soup was okay. Both the salad and the quiche/soup combo had a croissant on the side; they seemed similar to the ones purchased by the dozen at Costco. Mine seemed dry on the outside with a faint moldy taste in the bottom. The patio was very pleasant, and inside looked cozy. The staff did a great job of making everyone feel welcome and keeping our glasses refilled and such. There's a big parking lot adjacent, though many of the spots say they're reserved for a different business. I saw that high chairs are available. Gendered restrooms are inside. The place accepts cash and credit cards.

We had high hopes for Cafe on the Abbey, but our visit was not a pleasant one. Based on other…read morereviews it may be an anomaly? So perhaps we'll visit again, however, if there weren't so many positive reviews we would never go back. Our coffee flight was probably the worst we've ever had. They were supposed to be iced but came out lukewarm and burnt tasting. We couldn't taste a difference in any of the flavors-likely because it was so burnt tasting that's all we could taste. Neither of us liked our food. My husband's pancakes were dry and he said they tasted like they had been microwaved. My healthy bowl tasted like mostly old/not fresh ingredients. The Brussel sprouts were supposed to be shaved, but were instead halved and appeared/tasted like they were from the prior day. The Parmesan cheese was also prepackaged and not freshly grated, and for the price we paid ($50+) we didn't expect to be served food low-quality food. The only picture I took was of our coffee. Our server did the bare minimum. They weren't rude, but also weren't friendly. We ran out of Cholula sauce and she grabbed one from another table with people sitting there. Overall a very poor experience. Based completely on this one experience we would never return.

Go! Since working downtown, this place has become a staple for my breakfast food…read more Let's start with the service: those working behind the counter are incredibly kind, always smiling, and eager to take your order. It's always more being greeted with a smile and a "good morning!" The food: they have the best blueberry muffins I've had in my entire life! Seriously! If i could eat them everyday without gaining an ounce, I would. Since I can't, I've opted to try their breakfast sandwiches and as of late, their breakfast bowls. When it comes to sandwiches, my usual go-to is the California, which comes with your choice of bread(get it on the Hawaiian- TRUST ME), avocado, egg, cheddar cheese and bacon. I gave up pork a while ago, so I get mine without. As for the bowls, I sort of create my own. I get the sandwich version of the California but I add spinach. They're both so good. I've tried their soup and salad combo, which doesn't disappoint either! No matter what the day is, I've never had to wait for a long time. I certainly appreciate them being so thorough and efficient with the orders and timeliness. The place is quite large and there's ample seating, which makes a difference since we're in the post Covid era. If you're looking to try some place new, don't walk, RUN! This place is legit!

Love the extensive breakfast menu here! I was thrilled to see they offered gluten free bread on…read moretheir menu. The logo, signage, and decor inside is a bit dated, but the rave reviews speak for themselves. The service here is very friendly and fast. I decided to take to go, but there are quite a few tables here and lots of breakfast and lunch options made to order or ready to go. I ordered a ham, cheese, and egg breakfast sandwich on gluten free bread, and unfortunately, I realized after I had left for takeout that they forgot the egg and hadn't toasted the bread. I ended up with a ham and cheese sandwich, which was still good but missing some key breakfast elements!