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    Black Lab

    4.9 (20 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Jensen W.

    Conveniently located in Delmar's Loop is Black Lab! Very natural & open space for a coffee date or to get some work done! They offer free WiFi! Bonus! I got the salted caramel lavender iced latte & it was delish. Definitely recommend. It also came out quick & fresh. The baristas were super nice. It's sort of hard to find, go through the main doors from the parking lot & keep going through the corridor area. You'll eventually bump into it!

    Bagel and seasonal latte
    Alexa W.

    Service was quick and the atmosphere was good for studying or for a quick chat with friends. Venue was pretty small and there was limited seating. Latte was really tasty, and the bagel was good too! Overall solid pick for coffee on the loop.

    Latte heaven!
    Ronald K.

    Tucked away inside Lewis Collaborative is perhaps the best latte in aft Louis. Friendly barristers, friendly owner, awesome coffee, what more can you want? Oh yeah, an awesome space!

    2 chocolate chip cookies (in the bag) cold brew and a salted caramel latte
    Abigail R.

    Stopped in to co-work and we loved how beautiful and peaceful the space was. The staff was very sweet and we ordered their chocolate chip cookies (really delicious), a cold brew, a salted caramel latte with oat milk. Everything tasted great and most of all we felt like we could sit down and get some work done.

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    Olivia N.

    kinda hard to find from the parking lot. if you parked there go ahead and come in the doors with the intercom (they're all unlocked). the baristas were super sweet and recommend parking on the street for easier access! i love the art murals located outside and all the outdoor seatings. they have nice personal touches such as many outlets outside. we came at 10 on a tuesday and it was pretty busy inside with families, but we didn't mind sitting outside. the menu was a little small, but like a typical local coffee shop. we were hoping for some seasonal drinks, but other than that no complaints!

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    Marisa B.

    We walked from the heman park area and found this coffee shop relatively easily. Right off the Delmar loop and next to the Ucity library this is a great spot to visit & study/work at. My sister and I ordered an iced oat, honey latte, chocolate chip cookie, cinnamon roll and cold brew. The service was quick, the staff seemed busy and focused. The ambiance was spacious and clean. There was a beautiful, outdoor courtyard with tables and bench swings. Overall, we had a good experience. I rated this four stars because the iced drinks were not large enough! Would like to see more size options.

    Chris O.

    Nestled within the Lewis Collaborative, this coffee shop offers a great ambiance perfect for a relaxed hangout or productive work session. The art-filled space adds character to the cozy atmosphere, making it a welcoming spot to enjoy a cup of coffee. Sourcing their beans from Proud Mary Coffee and Common Room Roasters ensures high-quality brews and espresso. It's wonderful to have another fantastic coffee option in St. Louis, and this place definitely stands out. If you're in the area and craving a good cup of joe, give it a try!

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    Daphne B.

    I really liked visits this new coffee spot. The environment is colorful and chill and the service is friendly, fast and considerate. Coffee is good and pastries are fresh and homemade! Great spot!

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    Great food, cheerful staff and a really cool atmosphere. Great for studying or just "social scrolling."

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    Nice little quiet coffee shop. Saturday morning vibes. Lots of tables and treats. Coffee was good.

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    Just went for coffee but also got blueberry muffin which was the best. Comfortable coffee good and service excellent.

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    Excellent coffee, nice people, and a cool space with a variety of indoor and outdoor seating

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    Half & Half

    Half & Half

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    There are so many more top brunch places in St. Louis-- Egg, Polite Society, Songbird, Bowood,…read moreBellwhether, Have a Cow Cattle, Clover and the Bee-- but I keep coming to Half and Half because it's relatively less expensive, simple, fresh food, and I am always able to snag a table on a busy Saturday or Sunday morning. There's a waitlist through Google, too.0 It's been around for awhile and always busy with locals so I think it's stood the test of time. If you haven't been here before, get the Clara Cake (13.5) or they're considerate enough or I have single slices of the Clara and other famous toasts / pancakes that range from 5-6.5 to try. Everything else is simple and fresh. You might leave a tiny bit hungry or 80% full which is good place to be Also parking is easy ish since there's a neighborhood nearby and after all it's just St. Louis not SF or LA!

    We stopped by for brunch on a Sunday and were pleasantly surprised by the wait. Despite the wait,…read morewe decided to stay because we knew it would be worth it. They seated us at a long table with people at the other end, but we still had ample space. To started our meal, we ordered a hot chocolate and coffee, along with some of the delicious doughnuts. Those doughnuts were scrumptious, and I even made sure to save one chocolate for after my breakfast. For my main course, I opted for the BBLT, which was an enormous sandwich filled with all the classic ingredients: bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, over-easy egg, and aioli. It was served on a wheat bun with breakfast potatoes, making it a hearty and satisfying meal to kickstart my day. We also shared a giant blueberry pancake, which was a complete meal in itself. I'm still reminiscing about that delicious pancake along with everything else and can't wait to return to this place for another delightful brunch experience!

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    Café la Vie

    Café la Vie

    3.8
    (77 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    We look forward to Restaurant Week (RW) every year as an opportunity to enjoy a special dinner at a…read morelocal spot we've never visited. 5 of us came from St Charles County and were delighted with our experience at Cafe La Vie (located within the La Meridien Hotel, parking underground). The cocktail menu and RW menu were fabulous, and yet bringing it all to life with effusive knowledge and enthusiasm about the various dishes was our outstanding server, Corinthian. She shared interesting and incredible insight on each offering, making us feel valued and appreciated patrons, advising based on our interests and likes to help us make decisions. Each of us was pleased with our various selections. While the soups were tempting on a cold night, I was delighted with the French-inspired Lyonnaise salad complete with a perfectly prepared soft boiled egg. My panko-encrusted swordfish with burre Blanc sauce was light and tasty. The gooey butter beignets were light on the gooey butter custard-like filling, as promised by our server (and more special than the typical St. Louis dessert), sprinkled with powdered sugar and drizzled with chocolate. The ample dessert (3) provided take home leftovers for delicious breakfast treats. The cocktails I enjoyed included a Japanese Old Fashioned & an Espresso Martini, both very good. Initially upon arrival, an adjacent table of younger women was unusually loud (in a space that doesn't absorb noise well) that I feared would spoil our evening; rather than approach them (tempted) or engage management, I glared a few times at them and it seemed to have resolved. Overall, this was a very enjoyable, comfortable, and satisfying dinner; we would return.

    I was really excited to try Cafe La Vie. The ambiance is cute and the pics online looked lovely…read more While all of the servers were kind, they seemed a bit disorganized. It took a decent amount of time to get water and even longer with multiple reminders to then receive my coffee. I wasn't sure who exactly was supposed to take care of our table so it made it difficult to ask. Hoping this isn't a common experience for guests and it was probably just an off day for everyone. Food was good. I think the prices for quality and quality didn't meet my expectations. I hope to come back for a different meal time and try it again!

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    Songbird

    Songbird

    4.7
    (624 reviews)
    4.6 mi
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    Songbird is the Dolly Parton of St. Louis breakfast: bigger stage, brighter lights, same voice…read more I've followed this operation since it was a sandwich pop-up at the Tower Grove Farmers' Market, through the brick-and-mortar in The Grove, and now into its larger home in Tower Grove South. The quality has not wavered once. I ordered what I always order: The Combo (fried eggs, maplewood smoked bacon, cheese, brioche toast), extra egg, extra bacon. Most kitchens treat a fried egg as binary (runny or ruined). Songbird has mastered the middle register: lacy edges with a yolk that stays glossy and intact right up until the first bite. I ordered them over hard, and they came out a bit closer to over medium, but they were just as good as I wanted them to be. The bacon carries real smoke. This is a decadent sandwich, big enough that half of it would make a light breakfast; I wasn't remotely hungry after one, the second half was indulgent. The service made the move too. The hostess still recognizes returning customers, and the bigger room finally lets the dining experience breathe. The service at the table could have been a little warmer as we've had it the past, but it is still professional. I was there with two close college buddies, one of whom declared his latte excellent. I keep meaning to get adventurous with the menu, but it is genuinely hard to find a bacon, egg, and cheese toasted this perfectly, and I'd go twice in one day if given the opportunity. 4.8 A full five arrives the day when I can arrive first thing on a Saturday without a 30 minute wait, honestly, it's hard to get a reservation here because of its popularity. Good for them. Cheers to you, Songbird. Dolly would be proud

    *Not accessible *Not kid friendly…read more This location has a lot of improvements to be made. The menu is bland and they deter you from making modifications. I wanted my toast's jam to be on the side and they said no. It was a thick tasteless brick without the jam. The items are not as traditional for a breakfast spot, and when I asked the server what they were known for she said the drinks.... They also run a tight turnaround time so they will make you feel uncomfortable when its time to clear your table and pay the bill because they will tell you the next reservation is in 5minutes. The plates were all different and my guest who got a sandwich had her food come out in a plastic fry basket instead of the nicer plates. Odd. As I mentioned earlier, they are not kid friendly as they don't have a kids menu or kid friendly items like fruit and pancakes. We ordered a side of avocado and chicken sausage as those were the safest for us. Also there are no changing tables in the restrooms. Accessibility note: the entrance is a giant multi-slope and 1 turn ramp into a cramped lobby. The men's restroom is the only one on the main floor and female restroom is tucked far in the backroom inaccessible due to a steep step in the back. It is not wheelchair or walker friendly.

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    Living Room Coffee & Kitchen

    Living Room Coffee & Kitchen

    4.4
    (383 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    I hadn't been here in awhile and WOW I was missing out. It's so big and airy and I love all of the…read moreplants. The indoor space, outdoor space, and even parking lot were all great! I love that they put on events with other businesses and have created a community. Oh and the food is delicious too! They have a great kids menu and high chairs available. The bakery case is always a hit, the meals are delicious, and the coffee is pouring. I will definitely be back here again soon!

    From the curb, this looks like one of those places that sells potted plants. (I think they're…read morecalled nurseries, though I'm not sure why.) They might want to consider branching out into that field, in case someone pulls up wanting to purchase a ficus or whatever, so that they don't have to turn anyone away. It could help boost revenue, so that they're not having to constantly raise prices, like at McDonald's. There's a list of things this place carries on the building's facade, suggesting to me that this is a known issue. It's also announced that all are welcome, which came as a relief to me, since I'm never quite sure. I wonder if there was an incident, or if there's another place nearby that's known to turn people away. There's a nice little area where you can sit at some picnic tables set up in the parking lot, like you're on a smoking break at your old warehouse job, but the air was weirdly swampy, possibly due to "corn sweats," and we'd just gone on a run, so we decided to eat inside. We were all gross and sweaty. I hope no one minded. Their policy of not turning anyone away may have worked out in our favor. The group that I'm in is on a sort of breakfast burrito tour, so I already knew what I was going to get, though I was curious about several menu items featuring weird-looking boiled eggs, that I saw photos of here on Yelp. What in the world? They look like they were thought up by an eccentric gentleman of a certain age who still collects VHS tapes, for personal reasons. You could imagine Gene Hackman's character in the movie The Conversation eating such a sandwich. I briefly toyed with the idea of ordering one of those sandwiches, for the lulz, and now I kinda wish that I did. I prefer a breakfast sandwich to a breakfast burrito anyway, and the breakfast burrito here is just okay. It's neither very bad nor very good. I liked the sheer size of it and the simplicity of it. There's only a small handful of ingredients: eggs; your choice of bacon or some non-meat option (so just bacon); some sort of melty cheese, possibly cheddar; roasted red peppers and that might be it. I don't know that the peppers added much. I'd sub them out for something more interesting, like a salsa, a sour cream or a guacamole, maybe something with more of a temperature or textural contrast. The egg was weirdly rectangular and artificial-seeming, like maybe they're frozen pucks that they just microwave. I got an iced Coconut Latte, a seasonal item, and I'm not sure what was going on with that. It was good, but it didn't taste anything like coconut, to the point where I'm not sure if they gave me the right drink. The girl who took my order may not have heard what I said. People who work the register in these places get nervous when a big group walks in, like they're not going to be able to take everyone's order in time and, as a result, they're going to get let go--which would violate the terms of their parole. I can sympathize with their plight. I would never intentionally cause someone to get locked up just because they gave me the wrong drink.

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