Breakfast or lunch, the paninis at Well Met Cafe rock. My first experience with their paninis was for lunch. I enjoyed a Vito Corleone. I'm a big fan of pastrami and since it was one of the ingredients in Vito, I choose it to be my sandwich. The blending of salami, ham, provolone, onion, pepperoncini and some Italian Dressing on Sourdough, made a hearty panini. I could only eat half and the second half was just as enjoyable cold for an early evening snack. I choose the Greek Pasta Salad as my side and I want a larger container, so I can continue to enjoy it more than just as a side dish. I also had to have something sweet, so I went with a Chocolate Chip Cookie and it too, hit the spot. With lunch being so good, I had to return to try one for breakfast. Rick Sanchez did not disappoint. Scrambled eggs, ham, bacon, American cheese with sriracha aioli and polite sauce on sourdough. I also enjoyed a latte that was a daily special, that was iced and very refreshing. (Forgot the name and no picture, sorry) When picking up my order, I couldn't resist also picking up one of their, Big Boy Cinnamon Rolls. They are huge! If size matters to you, this is the cinnamon roll for you. It can easily be shared by two or three people. I recommend zapping a few seconds in the microwave to melt that sweet icing and add a little warmth to the roll. Staff is super friendly. I've ordered my carry-out in house and online and both of them were prepared in a timely fashion. On my third visit, I think I'll stay and enjoy my treat on their patio with my little girl, Sophia (she's a dog). Having a dog friendly patio is always a big plus for me. read more

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Absolutely love this cafe. Whether you pop by on your way to work for a coffee or one of their tasty breakfast sandwiches, or you stop by on your way home from work for a glass of wine and to watch the lively neighborhood pass by from their inviting patio, this should be your go-to local cafe spot. The curb appeal immediately invites you through the door where you're greeted by a warm, welcoming staff ready to make you feel right at home. Dine in, enjoy the patio or grab a nosh and bottle of wine to take to the park. They're open 7am until 6pm, 7 days a week! You can't go wrong here. read more

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The vibe was so chill and the paninis were delicious! Can't wait to go back and try the others! read more

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Beyond cute interior and has a front patio as well. Staff super nice and helpful. Adult coffee beverages in addition to regular coffee options. Also serves pastries (big boy cinnamon roll), popsicles, and red drewes. Well priced and fun local stop if you're in the neighborhood! read more

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Ah, the quintessential cafe. Couples sharing pastries, college students studying, writers writing, first dates. The demographic is diverse, the interior clean, the food delicious. An amazing spot for coffee, and these pressed sandwiches are so incredible. The clark griswald is turkey with the greatest apple jam surrendering a melody of sweetness and acidity. The brie comes in adding some tang and creaminess. All smashed between 2 light slices of perfectly griddled sourdough. Absolutely superb! The workers are super friendly, and work quick. The vibes are great inside. It's quiet, relaxed. The kind of place 3 hours feels like 30 minutes. Peaceful. read more

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They offer a nice selection of sandwiches. Food is fresh and tasty.quaint ambience in a great neighborhood!

Went in on a Sunday morning for coffee with my grandmother and was a perfect spot! Plenty of seating and not overly crowded for midday on a Sunday. People were in there chatting but also reading/studying and the noise level wasn't too much. I got the Rick Sanchez panini and it was so warm and melty, truly a perfect breakfast to go with my dirty chai. Also decaf option here for my grandma! We had a great time and will definitely be back again. read more

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I did not realize everything at TG Farmers Market closes at 1230! I was looking for something close by and oddly enough I could have walked here for as far away as my car was. I was so excited about the concept of this place. Cute patio, very cute inside, very clean bathroom. A menu full of panini options and alcohol if I so desired at 1230 on a Saturday. I opted for coffee instead. I found a spot on the patio and waited for my food. No way around it, my experience was not great. The coffee had a very strange, after taste and my panini, while delightful on the outside edges was cold in the middle. I did enjoy the tomato basil soup and I would come back if we're in the area and give them another shot. It is in a great location for sure. read more

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Well Met was so cozy to me during my visit that I stayed from coffee to wine time! I posted up here to do some major "head down work" and the atmosphere was perfect. With my headphones in and the natural light through the windows, I found myself being so productive with a coffee early afternoon that I treated myself to a glass of wine in the afternoon. Such a great spot to work, chill, meet friends, grab a drink. Highly recommend! read more

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Located in the vibrant Shaw neighborhood, Well Met Café is a buzzing hotspot that more than lives up to its name. It's packed with happy patrons. On my visit, I ordered the Morty breakfast panini, and it's a must-try. Perfectly crisp on the outside and packed with cheese, it was pure comfort food at its finest. I paired it with a warm bowl of tomato soup and it became the ideal duo to ward off the chill of a freezing snow day. Put Well Met Café on your list. read more

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Stopped in here during my Sunday stroll around Shaw. The cafe was adorable and I got a delicious latte to take with me on my walk. It seemed like the perfect spot to get some work done and there's also a nice patio in front to sit outside! The barista was friendly and made my latte very fast. read more

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Ate here on a recent weekend with the missus. My wife has some food allergies they patiently accommodated. Sandwiches are good but my only issue with the sandwiches was the meat they used looked like pre packaged meat you would get from a grocery store. Seems like for the price, it would be something higher quality. It was still good. read more

Such a cozy and unique spot! The menu is creatively themed, with items named after TV show and movie characters--it was fun looking up the ones I didn't recognize. I went with the Marcus Aurelius (Caesar salad) and, on the cashier's recommendation, tried the Polite Society chili. Both were fantastic, but the chili deserves a special shoutout--I could have licked the bowl clean! The café itself has a cozy, welcoming vibe, making it a perfect spot to grab a snack or apps before a date night. I'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu! read more

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Another spot on my list can be checked off and then revisited again and again! Ended up here after the Best of Missouri Market at the Botanical Gardens and so glad we did. Nice outdoor patio with tables but opted to eat inside. Order at the counter and then find a seat. Pretty space, open and airy. Lots to choose from but I ended up with the Vito Corleone minus the cheese, a side of Well Met Chili, and couldn't pass up fried potato salad out of the cold case. I was a little nervous that the panini was going to be too buttery for me (I know, I am strange, but I am picky about butter!) but it was perfect! Full of great flavor, crispy, not greasy. The chili was great, loved the beans and the beef flavor. The fried potato salad had a great flavor, it was a little dry but I would order again, the flavor was so good. Counter server was great, and the manager chatted with us and was very pleasant. Relaxing atmosphere, great service, and great food, definitely garners repeat visits. read more

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Perfect stop after the farmers market. Good, simple food with fresh local ingredients read more

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Hidden gem near Tower Grove Park, with order at the counter service. We walked for lunch after the Japanese Festival at the Botanical Gardens. The sandwiches have catchy Hollywood names. I had a Claire Huxtable turkey, bacon, and provolone sandwich. It was the perfect size and filling enough not to need a side (forgot to snap a pic). I also enjoyed my usual oat milk latte. The atmosphere is very friendly and laid back, with mostly younger customers during our visit. read more

This cafe has a great location, and I appreciate the later hours when so many coffee shops close early! That said, it leaves a lot to be desired. Went there to do some work and the music was way too loud and a strange mix of songs for such a small space. Ordered the Morty Smith sandwich - honestly a huge disappointment after reading good reviews. Way too expensive for what you get. Maybe I'm old fashioned, but if I pay $11 for a breakfast sandwich (after tax + tip), I kind of expect the egg to be real. Instead, you get what I assume is powdered egg that looked premade based on the strange sheen on the edges, a bit of spring mix, avocado, a single tomato slice, cheese and sauce. The bread was really good though! Idk if I'll be back~ read more

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I love this place! The team is so nice and the coffee is consistently very good. It's a cute place with lots of plants, although the tables are not big enough if you want to set up a laptop with more than one person. I recommend the Morty sandwich! Pretty affordable as well. read more

So excited that this spot opened up!! They have great hours 7-7 so if you want to stop by for a bite to eat for any meal or grab and coffee to work or hang out they have you covered. My first time coming we grabbed two paninis: Vito Corleone and Claire Huxtable. Both were so good we didn't stop to take photos of them. I can't wait to try more cause everything on the menu sounds delicious! The mocha was perfect for a nice sunny day like today when you're out for a walk. read more

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Grabbed a couple sandies to go from here and they were super yummy! I love that they have a little side window where you can pick up to go orders so you don't have to go all the way inside! read more

Well Met has quickly become my favorite coffee shop. Located close enough to Tower Grove Park to take a walk before or after, this cozy cafe serves up wonderful coffee, food, wine, and cocktails. The food is mainly hot paninis, and they are wonderful with something for everyone: grilled cheese for my kid, Italian or roast beef are my go to's, and there are breakfast sandwiches as well. Lots of options. The staff is great and always remembers my name. Theres an outdoor patio that is great for bringing your dog. Love this place! read more

An amazing addition to the Shaw neighborhood! The panini I had was delicious and filling and the lavender latte was quality and well made! The vibes are great and there is a lot of seating inside as well as outside. There is Wifi and plenty of outlets inside. The person taking my order was pleasant and I got both my drink and panini very quickly. Definitely will become one of my go to places! read more

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Beautiful corner cafe nearby Tower Grove Park. We went on a Saturday morning after the farmers market. Beautifully decorated with updates and seating was plentiful inside and out. All things considered. Super quick service by really kind staff. The menu was humorous and got your attention! They had both breakfast and lunch items. We had two huge sandwiches- Rueben and Italian. Both very tasty! We will be back again soon to try out coffee drinks. read more

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I liked the space. Casual but felt upscale. The sandwiches were good. Soup was also good. It's a walk up counter ordering kind of deal.

Stopped in to Well Met Cafe after strolling through the Garden for a light-ish lunch. You order at the counter and then have a seat if dining in. They take your name, ostensibly to call you when the order is ready. However, while we ate, the worker brought all the orders out to the patrons' tables - even the ones seated outside. There were seven tables full by the time we left (about half full), so I don't know if that would have continued as the place filled further, but it was a nice touch. There is a nice, relaxing vibe to the establishment. Music is low and calming, everything is very clean and neat, and there is a power strip will many plugs that runs the length of the tables. In fact, of the four tables filled on the inside, three (those other than us) were occupied by solo women that brought their laptops to lunch and work. The food itself was quite good. We both got paninis, so it's not an especially difficult concept to execute - but it was well executed. The sandwiches use large slices of sourdough (I think) bread and are cut diagonally. It's funny that while they were good sized, the arrangement didn't look that large. However, I was nice and full when I finished eating. The bread was well buttered, but not greasy, and toasted just right - not dry but not still soft. They are also quite a bit of filling ingredients, so that there was some good heft. And the different fillings were well thought out to produce an excellent mixed flavor. My Sarah Conner had ham, bacon, brie, apricot jam, dijon mustard, and mixed greens. The dijon mustard was enough to taste but not overpower, the greens lightened it up a bit, and the jam's flavor and sweetness perfectly offset the savory/heavy ham/bacon/brie. The Clair Huxtable was a brighter option with turkey, bacon, provolone, greens, marinated tomato, avocado, and polite sauce. Again, the combination of tomato, avocado, and sauce gave a complementary lift to the meat and cheese. Now the thought that went into the ingredients mix was important, but would not work if the ingredients were not top notch. And they were top notch. Very good sandwiches! read more

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Loved the vibe here sooo much. Great sandwiches. I got the Sarah Conner but substituted the apricot jam with fig aoili. Great indoor and outdoor. Good coffee. And wonderful hours, open till 7 pm - perfect for studying. Will defs be coming back! read more

Charming and cozy environment..a great addition to the Shaw neighborhood. Creative and delicious sandwiches and baked treats.

Great neighborhood cafe. Staff was so friendly and panini's were EXCELLENT!! I had the Claire H and hubby had Axel Foley; both were perfect. Had the chilli as well. We were both divided on this.... Too sweet for me but he liked it. Coffee was good. It was really loud though and difficult to carry on a conversation. It is a good vibe though and students were studying in here as well. FYI: Outlets under the booth and on street parking. read more

I have eaten here twice and had a wonderful experience both times. Both of the sandwiches I had were not just good but exceptional! The bread appears to be artisanal and maybe homemade but in any case delicious. And the rest of the sandwich was delicious and wonderfully seasoned. The service was also good and friendly. The price was on the high side and it would have been nice if the sandwich came with a side but I will happily return in any case. read more

Service was friendly and prompt. Really appreciate the new interior and the vibe. The exterior has chairs and tables for nice weather. It's a great corner place. Will be back. read more

I've only ever gotten DoorDash from them but plan to go in soon because their food has been excellent! They always have my order correct and it doesn't take long. I've tried multiple sandwiches and they're all very good! Sometime a little too much avocado would be my only complaint but it's easy to take a little off. All their sandwiches are simple but elevated with aioli, or jams etc! Their lattes are rich and better than most. Another favorite is their Greek pasta, it was just as described and quite tasty! Great job Well Met team! read more

Went here for coffee and a bagel. The shop was cute and menu had a lot of great options, especially fun syrups for coffee. Highly recommend!

Amazing new spot in Shaw to further add to the amazing culture & quality food/beverage options in the neighborhood. The cafe has a very nice and upscale vibe to it, but very relaxed as well, like one where you could just hang out all day in. Service was nice & friendly. I had the Morty Smith egg sandwich and my mom had the Porky Pig (their version of the BLT). We both enjoyed them, and will be back to try the other options in the menu! read more

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The two people working the counter were incredibly polite and fast even with a saturday morning rush. Budget friendly food and great coffee. Happy to have this place in the neighborhood! read more

Well Met just opened, and my wife and I went to check it out. The people working there were friendly and smiling from the moment we walked through the door to the moment we left. The cafe is beautifully decorated with an assortment of potted plants, giving it a welcoming, relaxed vibe. The paninis are all cleverly named for famous characters from TV and movies. I got the Ron Swanson (roast beef, ham, turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, American cheese, romaine, dill pickles, and the polite sauce from Polite Society, one of their other restaurants). It was piled high, and absolutely delicious, just as that character would have loved. My wife got the Sara Conner (ham, bacon, brie, apricot jam, dijion mustard, and arugala). She really enjoyed it as well, and said the apricot jam was particularly amazing. I think the team from Polite Society, The Bellwether, Subdivision, and Intergalactic have another hit on their hands! We will definitely be back! read more

The brown sugar scone is spectacular. Tasty coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Reasonable affordable for being a fancy little corner cafe.

Really nice place to stop and have delicious lunch. Super nice efficient staff. Enjoyed sitting in the relaxed cafe experience. Definitely will be back !! read more

Staff is friendly, food is great and affordable and I love the matcha! They sell great wine there too!

Today was my second visit. I tried lunch sandwich.. Wonderful Generous portion shared with a friend. Small cute place. Friendly staff. Only suggestion would to be to add some sides in addition tchips. read more

Perfect place to work!! Came here around 10 and worked for a good 5 hours. Good vibe. Small and cozy!Comfy seating. Plenty places of plug in computer. Good music. Good coffee and food!!! read more

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