While we were eating at The Foundry, we happened to be sitting right next to Press Waffle Co., and…read moreafter watching all their different waffle options go by on the rotating menu, I couldn't resist trying one for dessert. I kept it simple and ordered a plain Liège waffle, and I'm really glad I did. It was served warm, right off the griddle, with a perfectly crispy exterior while still having that dense, chewy texture you get from the brioche-style dough. The Belgian pearl sugar caramelized throughout the waffle, adding little clusters of sweetness and an extra bit of crunch with each bite. It was perfectly sweet all on its own and honestly didn't need any toppings or extras. They had plenty of delicious-looking specialty options if you're looking for something more indulgent, but I loved being able to really taste the waffle itself. It was the perfect little dessert after enjoying our food from Four Hens Creole Kitchen and Steve's Meltdown. Sometimes simple is all you need, and I would definitely order the plain Liège waffle again.

A perfect little sweet snack located at the Foundry! I thought it was a great size, and a wonderful…read moredessert with speedy service!

I was on the hunt for St. Louis' best pancake and articles and reviews led me to this spot - it…read moredidn't disappoint! Their pancakes were incredibly buttery and rich, with a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. To offset my (basically) dessert-for-breakfast, I also had the Kale & Grain Salad, which was great - a fresh salad with a variety of textures and flavors, everything tasting very fresh. The service was friendly and warm. The decor is really nice and you feel like you're in a special place...this is perfect for a two-person or a group meal. I'd definitely visit on my next trip here.

Bowood by Niche is, by far, one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had, if you can even…read morecall it that. Between the disappointing food, ridiculous pricing, and off-putting customer service, I genuinely cannot understand the hype surrounding this place. First, let's talk about this thing they call a pancake. I think you have to work pretty hard to ruin something as simple as a pancake, but somehow they managed to do exactly that. The flavor was practically nonexistent, and the texture reminded me more of a cake baked in a skillet than an actual pancake. It tasted as though someone poured bland pancake batter into a skillet, stuck it in the oven, and called it a day. And let's not forget the excessive amount of powdered sugar they pile on top. That was my first indicator that this pancake was going to be nasty. In my experience, when a pancake needs to be buried under powdered sugar, it's usually not a good sign. Unfortunately, I was right. All that powdered sugar couldn't make up for how bland and disappointing the actual pancake was. I have no idea what they're doing in that kitchen, but whatever it is, they need to stop. And for the amount of money they're charging for ONE pancake? Absolutely not. The price would be questionable even if it tasted amazing, but charging that much for something so underwhelming is ridiculous. There was nothing about it that justified the cost. Unfortunately, the customer service was just as disappointing. Since I wasn't able to place my order online, I had to go inside to order. I stood at the register for at least 10 minutes while employees continued making drinks at the bar. Not one person acknowledged me, greeted me, or even offered a simple "We'll be right with you." What made it worse was that they appeared to see me standing there and still said absolutely nothing. It genuinely felt like they were hoping I would just leave. Only after they finished what they were doing did someone finally acknowledge me. Being busy is understandable. Completely ignoring a customer standing directly in front of you is not. I don't expect anyone to drop everything they're doing, but basic courtesy and acknowledgment should be the bare minimum, especially at a restaurant charging these prices. Overall, I found absolutely nothing enjoyable about this experience. The pancake was horrible, the pricing was unjustifiable for the quality, and the service made me feel unwelcome before I even received my food. Needless to say, I will NEVER return. Some places are worth giving a second chance. This is not one of them.

Love love love this place! Been here a couple times. Friendly environment and quick service. Menu…read moreis also good!

I've had this spot on my list for awhile, so when my husband wanted to do a coffee date, I thought…read moreit was the perfect time to try it! We have so many good coffee spots in the city and this one seemed so interesting to me! Parking was easy, we walked up and only had to wait a few minutes in line. The menu is awesome, and honestly, their food options are priced really fair. Coffee does seem on the expensive side (two lattes for ~$20) BUT it is speciality coffee afterall. You can also see where they're roasting it, so you know it's fresh. I got the s'mores latte and my husband got a dirty chai. They obsviously use super high quality ingredients AND make syrups in house. Very unique, fresh flavors in both mine and my husbands latte. And both were SO GOOD. Espresso was pulled perfect and had great taste. Their patio is awesome, they have a little indoor space in their greenhouse as well, but we opted for outside since it was a nice morning. It's a beautiful property, and if I ever need a place to sit and work, this would be it. If we lived walking distance, this spot would be dangerous. Definitely one of the more fresh, tastier coffee spots in the city!

I went to Fresno's last week and had the chicken and waffles for lunch and it was delicious! The…read morefried chicken was perfectly spiced and the waffles and hash browns were excellent! The owners made me feel like family at this classic restaurant beneath the shadow of one of the beautiful historic water towers in the City of St. Louis! This place is a gem!

Decided to come to Fresno's on a whim. Pleasantly surprised, good food, good conversation…read more Attentive wait staff and yummy French toast. Will make this a place I come on a regular basis because the comfort and kindness overflowed. The place was quaint and the decor was a love letter to St. Louis. I really enjoyed myself and my mother who is amazing cook and rarely eats out thought the diner was excellent. She ordered a meal to go. Worth checking out.

Best chicken and waffles in St. Louis City... I've come this far. This place is a hidden Gem…read more.. hidden in old North St.Louis across the street from Hyde park. They even serve alcohol. I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent food, drinks, hospitality and service at this dine in restaurant. I was driving pass thinking what am I going to eat and I saw 2 customers walk out with 2 big bags of food... I said to myself people don't buy that much food unless it's good.. So I decided to give it a try. I had chicken and waffles, and a specialty alcohol adult drink....lol There was music playing as I sipped my drink and waited for my food which came out in no time. The drink and music playing gave the place a warm happy hour vibe. The waffles were sooooo good.... They were soft, fluffy and cooked to perfection. I'm like is this a cake or a waffle. The wings were seasoned perfectly and crisp to perfection. It felt like I was a an upscale restaurant on PeaceTree street in Atlanta.... I highly recommend this place for an early morning brunch, lunch or after work bite to eat before you go home.

This been in my list for a minute, and my coworker been telling me to go for a minute. Took some…read moretime out a beautiful Sunday to stop here for brunch. My friend had a table at the front so I immediately saw him when I walked in. Wasn't crowded and people at each table were enjoying themselves. They had music but it wasn't overwhelming so conversations were possible. I ordered 4pc wings and grits (cuz I had a bad grits experience at breakfast so I figure this would redeem it). They also had free mimosa on Sunday (hint hint). Also, they close their kitchen at 3:30pm as well. Food wise, I was satisfied. They had a limited menu. Chicken was hot and crispy. Grits were hot and buttery. I enjoyed a basic meal and will gladly come back. Gotta try the G sauce I heard about.

This place has been on my to-try list for a while and I decided to finally try it during my lunch…read morebreak and it was the best choice I could have have ever made. I had it on Thursday and it is currently Sunday and I'm driving back to have it again. 10/10, I can't wait to try everything! Service was good and the business was cute too!

Had to stop in one more time in the Grove before they close. We typically visit either location…read morebased on proximity of our location. I loved this original location but love Crestwood, too. Great cod, I love it. It was pretty busy with diners, but we were lucky to be only a few in line. Order at the counter, cashier today was super friendly and that always sets the tone. I went with fried chicken livers as an app and 2 piece fried catfish with fries. I went with the special cocktail, too. Livers arrived; they are all for me! I ate a few and then saved the rest for a snack later. They are fried, but not greasy, a light breading with good flavor. My drink was delivered, I was a little nervous about cherry and orange together, but it was quite good, very refreshing. My picture of the drink name didn't save properly but I think it was the Island Dream, don't quote me on it, though! Food delivered hot and fresh, I got some tarter sauce from the condiment/ drink bar area but I used the Crystal hot sauce, too. The catfish was fresh, crispy, and delicious. The fries were ok this time. I got a bunch of crunchy ones. Everything was good, might try to stop in for Brunch on Saturday but it will probably be crazy! Go experience the Grove and know you can get a lot of the great food at the Crestwood location next time!

Came here for breakfast on a Sunday late morning. They have a few tables for outside dining or you…read morecan sit inside. The parking lot was filling fast. I'm glad I entered from the opposite way google maps wanted me to add the lot isn't as big as it should be. The seating inside is a little cramped to me, at least where they sat us. It was a 2 top next to the wall across from a 4 top. Between our table and the next was a tiny path to the bathroom area which is too close. Next time, I'll be specific with where not to seat me. Outside of that, the service was really good. Great staff, very attentive. Menu had a nice option so it took us a minute to fully review the menu. The food was delicious. Cinnamon roll was very sweet as expected so brace yourself. My menu mimosa was pretty good. A lot of pulp from the mango and not enough champagne but still enjoyable. We will definitely.

My husband and I wanted to try a new breakfast spot. We stopped by another spot in the area but the…read morewait time was over an hour. So we pivoted and came across Chris' pancakes. Upon arriving, the parking lot appeared jammed pack, and you could tell there was a wait. I checked us in to be put on the waiting list. Our wait was about 30 minutes. We were sat at a two top table. A server came over to grab our drink order, and our actual server came over to introduce his self. Our server was polite and willing to answer any questions I had. We waited about 30-40 minutes for our food to come out. I ordered short stack pancakes (w/strawberries and blueberries), bacon and eggs. The pancakes were huge, fluffy, and savory. Bacon was crispy, and eggs were cooked perfectly. My husband ordered a country omelet that came with a side of pancakes. He stated his pancakes were rubbery, but his omelet was good. This place is not very big and can feel quite cramped when full. There's not much room to stretch out, and when people are walking past it feels as if they are all up on you. The building was extremely cold, even with a jacket on. Very filling, and the prices are reasonable!

This might just be one my new favorite brunch spots in STL. We had a group of 5 and joined the…read morewaitlist early, knowing it would take a while to get a table. Our wait time ended up being roughly 2 hours long. By the time we got to the restaurant close to our expected time there were probably 20-30 people waiting outside. Our waiter was fantastic and did a great job of sharing his recommendations. I got the I'm the DD as my drink and chose the Bizzle & Grizzle for my meal. The loaded tots were delicious and so worth the upcharge. Would recommend trying the biscuits and gravy for sure. Overall, the portion sizes here are big and the food is great. If you dine in, definitely be sure to plan ahead & join the waitlist well in advance of when you want to be seated.

I really wanted to give this place 5-stars but I just couldn't bring myself to do it based on our…read moreparticular server. The restaurant is located on a quaint corner with a couple outdoor benches for waiting. We went for a busy Sunday morning brunch service. Staff was very proficient at getting diners in and we were very okay with the wait. The inside is very pleasant, a mix between a bar vibe and mom & pop diner vibe. Once we were seated is when our experience began to drift away. Our particular server greeted us fairly quickly, but after taking our drink order we waited for 15+ minutes for them to be brought out. Initially I gave the server some grace, assuming it was perhaps because they were busy. As our brunch continued it became apparent our particular server was either bad at her job or just didn't care and the initial wait for our drinks was pretty on par with the rest of this server's attentiveness to our visit. I will say the rest of the staff seemed amazing. The manager/owner(?) came and checked on us a couple times and seemed invested in our experience. The product itself was amazing. Great menu selections (food, drinks, boozy options, and the food and drinks themselves were outstanding. Fun environment. One of the TVs in our section was playing old GI Joe cartoons (right in my wheelhouse) while the other had sports programming on. My hope is the particular server we had was an outlier for this establishment, which is why despite her horrible service, I provided a rating. Our server brought our check out while we were still eating. My drink was empty and I intended on ordering another one but I wasn't asked. Despite this visit, I would certainly return and give the service a second chance.

I just moved back to the city after living in Illinois suburbia for six years. I missed those city…read morelights and I really missed dining at Polite Society. So this past Sunday, I took advantage of their Brunch. I started my Sunday breakfast with an adult beverage. Their Bloody Mary, has just enough spice to give it a good kick to start your morning. I don't know about you, but I always have to have a cup of coffee as a chaser for my Bloody. I take mine black and strong, to get through the entire day. For my entree, I built my own Omelette with, Spinach, Bacon, Onion and Cheddar Cheese. It was a light golden yellow and was filled with a generous amount of my chosen ingredients. As a side, it came with crispy potato wedges and a small cup of ketchup for dipping. The two paired together, made for an excellent Sunday Brunch. I always sit at the bar, since I usually dine alone and the service was attentive. The bartender was personable and lead the entire bar into a good conversation. I'm glad to be back in STL and I am super glad that my new condo is closer to Polite Society than my last home was. I'm confident I will be once again, be a regular.

Fantastic fine dining. Great service too!…read more Enjoyed steak and wine. Definitely a great place in Soulard.

My Sunday schedule has moved earlier in the day, so we decided to book a reservation for brunch. It…read morewas not too busy at all, and it seemed to be winding down inside and al fresco. We opted for outdoor seating since it was so nice and we were seated right next to their guitar player (whom my toddler adoooored). It was very easy to pick out what we wanted since we were hungry: frites and eggs for my son, an eggs benedict for me, and a country paté pork sandwich for my husband. We opted for OJ and French sodas (cream sodas), cherry for my husband and Marion berry for me! The atmosphere was so perfect for Sunday brunch with my boys and so the food was icing on the cake! They had run out beignets by the time we got there, but we were very happy to have ordered the baked maple glazed donut (veeeerry tender!) I think we all really enjoyed our meals which came with fries, all done to perfection. I am convinced dinner would be an absolute showstopper. Parking isn't too bad after lunch with plenty of street parking as well!

Was finally able to try this place last night for my boyfriend's birthday dinner…read more First off, tha place is beautiful with a great ambiance. Service was impeccable from the moment we stepped in. We were brought some warm bread while we looked at the menu. I ordered the N/A West Wnd Botanical spritz and my partner got a dirty martini. Both were very excellent. We started off with the steak tartare, which was SPECTACULAR. One of the best I've ever had. My boyfriend got the braised beef and I got the bistro steak. Both plates were a 10/10. The meats were super tender, fries were perfect, and the mashed potatos were really creamy. At the end, our waitress brought us their chocolate mousse with a candle to celebrate. Truly the best mousse we've ever tried. We were both very impressed with the food and service. I'd highly recommend this place for a nice date night or girls night.