I know it sounds strange to go to the bakery of an award-winning pastry chef/ baker and get the…read moreRoast Beef sandwich, but there it is. I love this sandwich! Roast Beef, horseradish aioli, white cheddar, red onion on a poppy seed challah, oh my. On this day, they had something on the sweet side that caught my eye, a blueberry cream cheese Danish. I am always drawn to blueberry so I couldn't pass it up. I am not much of a sweet eater, hence the Roast Beef sandwich love but every once in a while, there is a sweet treat that I really love and this was one of those times! It was sweet, flaky, and delicious! I had a taste in the car and would have had another 1/4 after the sandwich but I ate the whole thing, I just couldn't stop. I hope they do and hope they don't have this more often!

Seriously, Five Stars is not enough for Nathaniel Reid Bakery. I'd give them a 10 Star rating if I…read morecould. The shop is pristine. The display cases are filled with works of art, that taste delicious. The staff is cheerful, friendly and all of them dressed in uniforms gives a feeling of professionalism. I enjoyed a Smoked Ham and Gruyere Croissant and a black coffee in house. I was to have a seat at the counter in their front window and relax while my dogs were at the doggie spa up the street. The croissant was super-super flakey and the smoked ham paired beautifully with the gruyere cheese. I couldn't come to NRB and not take home a couple of sweet treats. My favorite treat was the Raspberry Lemon Financier. It was so good the next morning with my home brewed coffee. Then that evening I enjoyed a Lemon Cake whose name I cannot recall. It exceeded moistness and the strong lemon flavor was just what I like. In addition to my treats, I got a Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookie for my fur-babies pet stylist as part of her tip. My only dislike and it's minor, is that they serve Kaldi's Coffee. I'm glad they are supporting another local small business, but I am not a fan of their product. Typically when I know a cafe serves Kaldi's, I pass on the coffee, but I made an exception here.

Came here needing to bring something sweet to a friends house - what a place…read more Genuinely would be here weekly if i lived in town Service was equally as good as the food looked and tasted!!! Thank you again for being apart of our day!

My wife loves their croissants and tarts, and she has high standards for such things. We often stop…read moreby there on our way home from the Missouri Botanical Garden.

You walk in, they tell you to order at the counter, hand you a number, and for a split second you…read morethink "oh, this is gonna be a glorified Chipotle situation." Reader. It is not. It is a Trojan horse for one of the best burgers in St. Louis (my wife says I'm being dramatic for calling it THE best; I say I am not NOT going back for another). We enjoyed everything we order: the pork belly burnt ends and cashew chicken wings, and a coffee & cardamom old fashioned that sounds like a personality disorder but tastes like a vibe, smoky, a touch sweet, and very drinkable year-round. The Sam Elliott burger, BBQ sauce, bacon, crunchy onions, brioche, is named for a man who has never disappointed anyone, and neither does the sandwich. And the meatloaf is NOT your grandma's brick: tender, charred at the edges, laid over silky mashed potatoes with broccolini, perhaps closer to a chop steak than a loaf in the best possible way. Vibe is farm-chic: old church pews, repurposed interior doors, a proper bar up front, plus a patio and rooftop for when the weather cooperates. Fun fact -- it's named after the blue duck Billy Madison paints in elementary school, which is a fantastic piece of trivia and tells you absolutely nothing accurate about the actual restaurant. 4.7 Stars. Picking Nits: the counter-order setup is efficient, but it sets expectations in the wrong direction for the first 90 seconds, you brace for fast-casual and instead get something considerably more ambitious. Food comes out fast once you've ordered, which is great if you're hungry and slightly jarring if you wanted a slow, lingering dinner. And the Billy Madison naming is charming trivia but entirely misleading as a vibe preview, no complaints about the actual restaurant, just the branding expectations it sets. If The Blue Duck were a character: Ron Swanson. Hear me out. If Ron ate here, he'd be suspicious of the entire experience until his first bite of protein -- the counter ordering, the repurposed doors, a burger named after a fellow mustachioed American, all of it registering as potentially too clever. Then the Sam Elliott hits his plate, he takes one bite, and the skepticism dissolves into the quiet respect of a man who has found his people. Looks rustic. Has strong feelings about meat. Secretly sophisticated -- plays saxophone in a jazz club under a fake name, builds his own furniture, would 100% approve of the farm-chic decor once the protein has spoken. Presents as simple. Isn't.

Excellent cocktails - both interesting and reasonable priced (IMO). Food was also tasty…read more Wandered in here for lunch after moving a friend on a Saturday, seating at the bar readily available. Parking lot in rear.

A long standing "Hill" favorite! From cannolis to Italian bread to the most amazing cheese danish,…read morethis place has it all. When really busy, they have a number system. This particular Saturday was not horrifically busy and I was greeted by one of the servers. She was very helpful in suggesting items. The ambiance is that of a true bakery- from the smell of yeast in the air to the sugar scented pastries. A "must visit" place on the Hill.

Since 1924, the Missouri Baking Co. has been making this rich messy almond flavored rich cake with…read morea chewy crust of over a hundred years. Gooey butter cake was first dreamed up in St Louis. We shared a chocolate chip cannoli and a gooey butter danish. Both were fresh, creamy & amazing! They take credit, even though our pastries came out to $7. All they need is a few tables and chairs to sit and enjoy our purchases

Stopped in for breakfast on a Saturday morning and it was great! We got coffee, a smoothie, scone &…read moreI enjoyed the avocado toast while my friend got the breakfast sandwich. Everything was fantastic -- the smoothie wasn't overwhelmingly sweet and all the food was really good. Food presentation was pretty too! It was a little busy, so there was a short line, but it moved pretty quick. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you. The staff was friendly and though there was a bit of a wait for our food, I think the ambiance was perfect for a slow Saturday morning. Can't wait to come back and try different things!

Great place for breakfast. My friend is currently obsessed with their scones which did look good…read more No scone for me, I got the soft scramble. Still not sure why it is called soft but it was delicious. 2 eggs on bed of arugula with avocado and toast on the side. I also got golden milk latte which was good. Loved my food and drink but prefer if portions were slightly larger. FYI- order at counter then they bring food to table.

I haven't been here in years and my first experience was not a good one. This one however was…read moredifferent. I was told by a nearby restaurant that the bread came from Vitales and it was that good that when I saw it, I decided to stop for a loaf. Staff were busy but not unfriendly and attentive to ensure they grabbed all that I had asked for from the dessert cases. I got a few cookies and I expected a heavy shortbread type cookie from my first but it was light and airy and delicious. I asked about a piece of cake and the staff described what was in it and stated that it was a good choice... I have yet to try it, but I love pistachios so I am looking forward to it :) Overall this was a pleasant experience and again what I have eaten of what we bought was absolutely delicious so I can't imagine that I won't go back. I was very happy to see improvement from my first visit, but even the best places and people can have off days so perhaps that particular day was one for them or me or both lol

No trip to the hill is complete without a visit to Vitale's for something sweet! I have visited a…read morefew times in the past and always ask for a cannoli since they have a delicious recipe for theirs. I have ordered some of the Italian cookies in the past and I have also tried some of their other pastries which are always divine! The other day, I picked up a cannoli and a slice of tiramisu with plans to bring them home to share with the hubby. I was feeling tempted to get a cream horn and a few other items, but knew that I could pick up those items the next time I visit. During a busy time, they move quick and take orders fast. It can seem a bit rushed at times, but that's only to keep the line moving. Just make sure you know what you want when it is your turn.

Comet has the best croissants I've ever had. They're the perfect amount of flakey and buttery and…read morethey are SOO GOOD. I popped in before work on a Friday morning and they were busier than I expected so there was a short line before ordering. You really can't go wrong with any pastry, but I got the chocolate croissant and my friend got the ham & cheese one. I've also stopped at their table at tower grove bakery and gotten the lavender lemon morning bun. All of the pastries are soooo good and a perfect treat! I also got the honey lavender iced latte (half sweet) and it was tasty. Highly recommend coming here!! I will be back to try more pastries!!

My husband and I love Comet! We love the staff here and they are so helpful. There is seating…read moreinside, but it is limited. On nicer days, there is seating outside. I got their matcha latte, and my husband got an espresso that was served with sparkling or tonic water. I would definitely get it again and pick up a bag of their coffee!

A very cute spot for dinner! Nice street parking offered outside that typically is not too busy…read more The restaurant is small smaller but they pack a lot of people in so it can be a little noisy, but it really has a nice vibe in plenty of space if you want us to sit at their bar area as well. The staff was very friendly and walked through the menu and all of the specials of the night. I liked their structure of ordering in courses. This is definitely a place to share your meal items and try a lot of things with your party. They also have a great drink menu and their espresso martini was especially tasty! I also loved their focaccia bread! We tried the brussels sprouts as an advertiser, which were very tasty.

Louie is still a hot number in St. Louis. It's the spot people name drop like they personally…read moretaught the chef how to salt water. If you can actually land a reservation, congratulations, you've won the Resy Olympics. A friend pulled some strings and got us in, which felt less like dinner and more like a heist. I went for the halibut special. It was a pesto vibe, flaky, and sitting pretty on a bed of couscous. It was giving coastal vacation energy in the middle of the Midwest. #stlouispescatarianapproved without hesitation. That said, is this all worth the reservation stress? For me, debatable. St. Louis is quietly stacked with spots that don't require a minor miracle to get a table. Now the pizzas were great. I took a few home and suddenly became the most popular person in the room. Certified crowd pleasers.