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    AO&Co. Market & Cafe

    4.5 (55 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Bella S.

    Popped over to this clean, aesthetic little spot after grabbing bread from Union Loafers across the street. It's in such a cute area -- there's even an Airstream outside selling adorable stationery. Inside, they've got pottery for sale, a nice selection of sandwiches that all looked delicious, and even some groceries, beer, and wine for sale. I ordered the matcha, which was super fresh and came out quick, considering there was no one else in there on this midweek morning.

    Leah N.

    This place has quite a variety of different options such as desserts, coffee, sandwiches alcohol and grocery items. We brought sandwiches. The sandwiches are fairly price. The staff were nice. Overall if wanting something in a crunch, this is the place to go.

    Tin fish
    Tisha B.

    This is a must stop and check out place. All kinds of accoutrements, wine, cigars, chocolates, vast array of tin fish- no as fun and interesting as this place is. It is expensive. So know it's easy to spend $$ before you have 5 things.

    Prosciutto fig and Brie on pretzel bun
    Cristy M.

    Came here for coffees and sandwiches, and to check out the store. I ordered a prosciutto fig and Brie pretzel bun sandwich and a ham egg and cheese on croissant, as well as a cappuccino with cardamom sauce and a chocolate chip cookie. Everything was made in store which was great. The fig and Brie sandwich was a little underwhelming, not super flavorful. And a little overpriced in my opinion. The croissant ham sandwich though was really tasty, I'd recommend getting that one! The coffee was good, the cardamom syrup was delicious. The cookie was also PHENOMENAL. When I went, the place was POPPIN and they were short staffed, so they got my order mixed up with someone else's. But they were able to fix it quickly and we got everything we ordered, just a little messy making sure we got our food. Space is also a bit small and only a few tables to eat, so better to take it to go if you can.

    Stephanie K.

    I stopped by AO&Co. before heading to work one morning. This place has little bits of everything! * Coffee shop * Mini Food market * Wine, Liquor, and Cigar Room * Coma Coffee products * Olio & Elaia First things first.... need to get my caffeine fix! What is this I see....Creamsicle Latte? Whaaaat? So....It was between Creamsicle latte or Ube latte. I just had to try Creamsicle though because I can't find this anywhere else, whereas Ube, there are few other places! It was interesting! I didn't fully like the Creamsicle latte, but I didn't dislike it either. It was very creamy like the inside of a creamsicle and sweet like the citrus. However, it was nice to fully taste the espresso, too. A little addicting! I have to go back for the Ube latte though because that also looked delicious. For breakfast, I ordered their Volpi Heritage Proscuitto + French Brie + Fig Preserve sandwich. To be completely honest, it was a bit underwhelming for such a long name and the price. It had a very thin slice of Proscuitto and Brie. It felt like I was eating mostly bread with Fig jam. Overall, it was such a cool spot to check out! Love that they have a convenient parking lot! :)

    Coffee and vibz
    Natalie Y.

    What an incredible little spot!! The coffee was delicious. I asked them to make a speciality iced latte with date syrup (not strictly on the menu) and the barista didn't hesitate to accommodate! She was great and the resulting concoction was amazing. Also love all the little items in the shop!

    Egg, Gruyère and prosciutto. Smells delicious!
    Jordan S.

    Clean space with lots to shop around but didn't quite scratch my itch. Came in looking for a fresh croissant sandwich and baked good like almond croissant or sticky bun. They had what looked like, from frozen croissant Sammy's. I ordered the egg & Gruyère & prosciutto (hot and delicious and good size!) and asked if they had any other sweets as all I saw were cookies. She said they get a shipment on Thursdays so they don't have any right now :/

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    Krystina J.

    What a cute place!! We stopped in across the street, saw AO&Co, & decided to pop in on a Saturday afternoon (& im so glad we did!). This store is amazing! Their staff was very kind & friendly. The store was clean & organized very well. They have unique cheeses, liquors, seltzer waters, & random items you might not know you need until you see it! On Saturday afternoons they have a wine tastings. We were able to try 4 different wines. We walked around the store & found some super unique cheeses (espresso lavender cheese?!). We made a mental list of things we wanted & told one of the staff members who was helpings us that we would be back the following day on our way out of town (& with our cooler). The next day we made our way back to AO&Co. Grabbed our cheeses & some coffee from the coffee shop. I definitely recommend trying the Rishi Tumeric Ginger Chai latte! I've never tasted anything like it. So delightful & so different. I cannot wait to visit STL again simply because I cannot wait to go back to AO&Co.

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    Megan P.

    I like the shop and the concept but the prices! My goodness. $21 for a small jar of stuffed chili peppers (I love the Trader Joe's version and they are 1/5 the price). And a $12 bag of potato chips. I was over $70 deep in 4 non alcoholic items. Stick to their to-go food items. They are at least reasonable ($10 for a thing of dip). Update: mannn I got duped. What I thought were $21 cheese stuffed pepper are actually stuffed with tuna! No where on the jar is that labeled. Who wants run and rice filled peppers?!! Ugh!

    Lavender shrub
    Haleh M.

    This was my second time checking this place out! The first time I came to see the market area which is super cool. Lots of local items to choose from and a variety of options from pastas to wines and non alcoholic options as well. Today I came for the coffeeshop aspect and the indoor seating is pretty limited, only two small tables, but there is tons of outdoor seating. I ordered a lavender shrub which tasted kind of like a lavender kombucha would and was super refreshing! The staff was nice both times and offered to ask any questions I had about the market items and got my drink out quickly at the coffeeshop :) would recommend coming here for a casual coffee stop with friends but maybe not the best place to work/study because of the limited seating

    Turkey sandwich
    Kelse S.

    Came here for lunch today and it was super tasty! I originally entered through the market area, and then made it back to the food/coffee. In the market area, they have all kinds of provisions to really elevate any occasions. Delicious, high quality, food, snacks, ingredients, and drinks. On my way back to the coffee bar, I passed the cigar area. I know close to nothing about cigars, but with the vibes of the place, I can imagine they're high quality. They had a ton of options. The coffee bar in the back is a tight squeeze, but I think that's part of the appeal of the spot: quaint. I ordered a Turkey sandwich with caramelized onions and cheese (the cheese had a fancy name and I can't remember it) and a Topo Chico water with lime. There were a few people in front of me so I had to wait a bit for my sandwich to be heated up. No problem, it was lunch time. I took my water and sandwich out to the patio to eat. The patio is so lovely! Lots of chairs and couches to sit. Umbrellas for shade. There was a breeze so it was super nice. I had only gotten coffee here before so I was happy to try the food!

    Beautiful espresso machine!
    April B.

    Popped into this cute shop/coffee spot for an after lunch exploration! The shop is full of delicious gastronomic delicacies from wine to tinned gourmet snacks. This place would be great for filling out your charcuterie board. After browsing I grabbed a hibiscus tea and still-warm croissant-style cinnamon tea roll. Both were delicious! The staff were also very helpful, happy to answer all our questions and friendly! Would definitely recommend. There is street parking nearby and serval gourmet restaurants make this neighborhood worth a visit!

    Kiana F.

    This was my first time venturing into AO+Co after much interest for months and seeing it on Instagram. It really did not disappoint. It's a very cute marketplace that offers a variety of different items, including a lot of local delights! I talked a while with the barista and learned a lot about some of their plans for the summer! I was very excited to find the Lobos brand that my favorite basketball player, LeBron James owns.

    Egg & Gruyere Sandwich on croissant bun, with "special sauce"

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    Delicious breakfast sandwich & coffee!! Warm and friendly baristas -- good for your soul. Lovely spot in historic Tower Grove neighborhood!

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    3.4 mi
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    Definitely a hidden Gem in downtown Maplewood. I decided to stop in to see what they had to offer…read moreand I'm glad i did. They sell infused oils, Vinegars, spices,liquor, wine and spirits. The oils and Vinegars are in barrels lined up on the shelves, with labels that show pricing and a brief description. You are able to taste all that they have to offer, just reach out to staff for assistance. I saw quite a few different olive oils i wanted to purchase, but opted to go with the garlic infused olive oil. I did sample it, and it was absolutely delicious. You can definitely taste the garlic. It was almost as if i was eating a fresh baked slice of garlic bread. I'm looking forward to going back and purchasing the chili Olive oil, and the pomegranate Vinegar. The gentleman working at the time stated Vom Fass has been around since 2006. Beautiful clean layout. Plenty of parking outside and friendly staff! They offer tastings in store so be sure to check them out. Also, they are an Eco conscious store, so all their products are in reusable glass containers. Bring in your clean glasses to refill.

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    4.1(7 reviews)
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    This place has the most amazing anchovies on earth. They are packed in the most beautiful olive…read moreoil I have ever tasted. I would love to get into the store and get my hands on a package of those, but alas, unless I shop between Monday and Friday, 11-4, I am out of luck. Imagine my horror as we pulled up at 2pm on a Saturday (after coming here on Saturdays before) after going to the store and buying everything my hubby needed to make me his amazing Lobster Ravioli, which is actually Midwest Pastas ravioli, but he makes a killer sauce for it, and its closed. So basically if you have a 9-5 job, you will never, ever be able to discover the wonderful things they offer here, which is a shame, and odd. Please for the love of God, open back up on Saturdays, thanks.

    What is love? Well, that's easy. It's fresh pasta! If you adore Italian good...if you're a budding…read morechef or just want to up your pasta game on date night, this local business is your wingman. Midwest Pasta provides fresh pasta and flour to local restaurants. So they make their products in batches -- but anyone can walk in and purchase. There is always a supply of fresh pasta in the refrigerated section, as well as some frozen. I've had their mushroom ravioli, fettucini, gnocchi, pappardelle, and meat tortellini. Everything is DELICIOSO!! Their customer service is awesome. I stopped in to buy some fresh pasta, and was advised on what might pair best for my meal plan; and because I was traveling got an ice pack to help the pasta stay cooled. There is also a very small display of imported olives, olive oil, pesto, etc. However, the options are limited and display is limited to just a couple shelves. This is not a huge grocery, but it will accommodate small foodies out exploring the Cherokee Street Benton Park neighborhood. Double check store hours. They DO close early. So be sure to check hours and plan your visit accordingly. You'll miss out if you think you're stopping by after work or on the weekend.

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    Midwest Pasta - White Truffle Ricotta Ravioli

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    Midwest Pasta - Frozen Black Bean Ravioli with Chipotle pasta. RFT April 23 2013

    Frozen Black Bean Ravioli with Chipotle pasta. RFT April 23 2013

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    Salve Osteria

    Salve Osteria

    4.3(80 reviews)
    1.6 miTower Grove East
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    Oh, you like delicious, fresh food? Oh, you like quality…read moreliquor? Oh, you like a cozy, bustling hidden gem? Oh, do I have the spot for you! I have had salve osteria on the hit list for a while, and my expectations were far exceeded. This place is both insanely busy and also a hidden gem at the same time. It does not get the attention, nor press it deserves. The place is jumping with good people and good vibes. I got their New Years special which was prix fixe with prime rib as the main event. Everything was superb. The cassoulet had a beautiful spice with a velvety texture. The crab tom yum risotto was so decadent. Silky smooth from the coconut with a beautiful herby finish from the mint chili oil to complement the crab. I never thought I'd say this, but the brussel sprouts stole the show! Cooked in some bacon fat they were crunchy, salty, and perfect. Oh, and the prime rib was everything a kid could ever dream of. Fatty and the cacao rub was amazing. The horseradish was spectacular. The whipped potatoes were light and airy. Think of mashed potatoes in whipped cream form. A texture and flavor combination I will now dream of because I imagine I will never get to experience something so lovely again. As for cocktails, i kept it simple with a martini... I mean, it is a gin bar, how could I not? The service was great. I was dining solo and the servers and bar tender kept me updated, well taken care, and treated with intense hospitality. Despite being super busy they still prioritized me! Can't wait to get back and try the normal menu, everything looks lovely in a lovely space full of lovely people!

    Food 4.2 Service 5.0…read more Ambiance 5.0 I ordered the gnocchi appetizer and I knew I was in for a treat after the fist bite. Fluffy clouds of delightfulness. The duck bread entree was seared to perfection and cooked exactly how it was meant to be cooked. The Panna Cotta was a seasonal masterpiece. I did have one issue: I ordered a Barr Hill Vodka Martini at a premium price, and it had a strong taste of Juniper. I alerted the staff and they were very apologetic and understanding, unfortunately the manager assured me it was Vodka and didn't acknowledge the possibility it tasted like gin. I'm guessing bartender failed to rinse the shaker properly after the previous gin shake, resulting in a vodka drink with a strong gin flavor. The staff kindly replaced the drink with a lower quality vodka that helped satisfy me. The situation was resolved, but I walked away feeling misunderstood and dismissed by the owner. I will be back and I do recommend this restaurant. :)

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