Updating from August 2024...still a great place to share a meal. Menu changes periodically but always a lot of choices. Best latte I've ever had, anywhere too! Just love this place!! read more

Stopped in last weekend and had the breakfast burrito, it was outstanding. My wife had the hot chicken biscuit, too hot for her but I thought it had great heat. The biscuit was on the dry side. I would like a second visit to try the b&g! read more

Great sandwich - had the chicken salad sandwich and it was perfect on the toasted bread. Also split the monte cristo which was delicious as well. Good potatoes and grits. read more

Amazing food and very kind staff. The restaurant is inside the LongStory coffee shop at the old train station in Belleville. You can order food directly from the Clara B's window once inside, and coffee/pastries from the LongStory register. The breakfast burrito was delicious. A little greasy from the chorizo, but still delicious. The breakfast burrito was also very tasty, especially when ordered with an over easy egg. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Breakfast burrito - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Okay, just got back from stopping here for brunch at 9 mile garden. Like about 1/2 of the food trucks, the menu is in chalk, so I think it's rotating. What I got was the Texas BBQ breakfast burrito and man, was it massive. I mean, yeah, a lot of breakfast burritos are massive, but there were brisket, eggs, and potatoes in there, so I couldn't quite finish it. And also as you can tell from those fillings, this was quite a bit different from any other breakfast burritos I've had. The experience is what you'd expect from a food truck: good food, friendly staff. More expensive than you'd get from a fast food place, but way better. Will definitely return, but I think next time, I'm either sharing or getting something smaller! read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - The food truck at 9 mile garden - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Food was amazing service was one of a kind and the ambiance was so sweet and calm almost felt like home

We went in to get a coffee and an egg sandwich. we asked for pepper. They don't have Salt or Pepper. When asked why and explained they should have because they serve egg sandwiches. She said "You can leave now". Very Unprofessional! we won't be going back. And the coffee was awful! read more

Food was great. We will be coming back to this place. Very nice place in Belleville. Also, the service was excellent.

Went with a friend for food and coffee about 10:30. Clara B's is co-located with Long Story Coffee in an old railroad station-both are self-service ordering but Clara B's does bring food to your table. You can sit at a table or there is a lounge-type area. I got the vegan burrito-it was good except needed some heat. I got a tiny cup of salsa that had no heat-typical heartland gringo I guess. My friend got a sandwich which she said was very good. We both got drinks from Long Story. Mine was a cold chai latte which was good and my friend got hot tea which was fine. Place was about half full with breakfast people when we arrived but full by noon. Ladies room was huge (obviously housed something else in the old days) and very clean. Nice atmosphere and we were able to have a long chat! read more

Ok let's get into this. Warning:‼ do not come here if you are sensitive to the aroma of amazing food everywhere. First impression walking in the door is just a super chill environment. I believe it was an old train station converted to a coffee shop/brunch kitchen. Light music in the background and the light chatter of everyone enjoying themselves. I actually came here yesterday and messed around with a breakfast burrito that brought me back to my childhood. I had to return today. The staff remembered me... super friendly and willing to accept my challenge of trying the whole menu. THIS PLACE IS MY NEW SPOT. My only complaint is they're closed on Tuesdays so I can't indulge 7 days a week. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Clara B's Amazing Breakfast Sandwich - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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This is such a cute spot! I stopped by here for a quick brunch. So Clara B's kitchen is actually inside of a coffee shop. It's a nice big open space, lots of seating and there's a cute lounge area with couches great for studying or relaxing with a nice book. The menu offers salads, sandwiches and some nice brunch entrees. I ordered the biscuits with duck fat gravy. It was delicious and very fulfilling, it came with a fried off on top. You can get the egg any way you'd like. I will definitely be taking advantage of the $5 mimosa's next time I go! They also have seating outside for the days with nice weather read more

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Great Service to match the great food! The shrimp and grits is true southern cuisine at its finest. Creamy and Delicious! The coffee shop vibe is fun and welcoming. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Shrimp and Grits - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

Great place, amazing atmosphere. Coffee is a bit bland as ordered, so if you have a sweet tooth, ask for additions. Customer service is also really great. Always smiling and happy to make any adjustments to orders. Wish they had more vegan options though! read more

I have travelled the world and this is one of my favourites. Clara B is the best breakfast/brunch in the greater St. Louis area and I argue is on par to Millie's in Richmond. No comparison and I have seen people wait an hour to have freshly made food that should have Michelin stars already. The tire company needs to step up its game. read more

My first time at the brick and mortar and it was as unbelievably good as the food truck! I ordered the Loaded Breakfast Burrito and they were NOT kidding about the loaded part! They don't skimp on the avocado, and there's enough of every ingredient so that nothing blends in, but you taste every single ingredient. Well worth the money! WILL be back!!! read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Breakfast Burrito - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

The french toast i was not a fan simply because it tasted like pecan pie, which i dislike but if you love that, this will be a hit for you. Other than that, everything was perfect!! Being a small town southern girl i was impressed with the grits! Super creamy & flavorful, i couldn't get enough!! The service was amazing, the atmosphere felt very home like and the food & coffee was delicious! Definitely will be back! read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Pecan French Toast - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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One of my absolute favorite places for catering and brunch! There is something everyone in my family (3 picky kids) loves as well as the best biscuits and gravy I've ever had! read more

I loved the breakfast hash!! It was way better than first watch which is my usual go to. Also, the chocolate chip pancake was fluffy and decadent. Chicken sam was moist and flavorful with the Cole slaw it all worked together beautifully. No complaints here! Def coming back ~ 10/10 read more

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Totally enjoyed stumbling across Clara B's truck at nine mile garden. Superb customer service. Our group ordered a few things off the menu and all of them get an A+. I would recommend the : Shrimp and Grits Chicken Sandwich w/ side Fish and Chips (fries) There are multiple side options but everyone in our group ordered season fries. read more

The friendly service and food was outstanding! Clara B's is one of my favorite downtown belleville gems!

This is a nice little place in side an old train station. I had the shrimp and grits with a spicy tomato sauce it was great. Was really hungry so forgot to take pictures read more

What a gem of a place now that they are in a brick-and-mortar. Wonderful, thoughtful, and amazingly plated food (especially for a somewhat fast-casual style restaurant). The menu feels very coherent, and rotates enough to show the restaurant's quality and creativity. We went on a Saturday morning and the place was quite busy, yet we had our food within 15 minutes of ordering. Salmon tartine was a nice lighter complement to the delightful buttery-sweet goodness of my sausage biscuit. Others at my table got the cowboy breakfast, which was picturesque, but unpretentiously so! Brisket, beans, fried sweet potatoes, cornbread, and eggs - much variety showed on the plate, and yet each piece was delicious - I'll call out the jalapeño cornbread, since I got a bite of that - it's a true treat, but the rest of that dish also got rave reviews from others at my table. We're lucky to have such a great choice in Belleville. The pairing with Long Story is also notable - being able to have top-notch breakfast/lunch at Clara B's and then great coffee makes for a very satisfying experience. read more

Fantastic biscuits and gravy. Right there at the old train depot next to one of the best coffee places I have ever been to (Longstory Coffee). read more

The place is a little confusing, since it's actually two businesses in the same space. You order your food at the Clara B's counter but get your coffee at the Long Story Coffee counter. The coffee is good and rich, reminiscent of Starbuck's, as a point of reference. I would prefer to sit down and be waited on, but I guess the way the place is designed precludes that. I will add that if one is inclined only to have a coffee and a pastry, the Long Story has croissants, scones, and a few other selections. I wanted to get the quiche of the day, but the attendant at the counter told me it was a polish sausage quiche, which, I'm sorry, sounded horrible to me. Maybe something acceptable in German-oriented southern Illinois? Anyway, I opted for the chicken biscuit, and Mrs. P got bacon and eggs. The chicken biscuit was very good, a generous portion of crispy fried chicken breast on a fresh biscuit, doused in honey and something peppery enough to tingle one's tongue. Mrs. P's bacon and eggs were good, the bacon thick cut and very tasty. We will return. I only hope next time the quiche of the day is something a normal person would want to eat. read more

ABSOLUTELY LOVE. It is inside long story coffee. It is a little pricey but the food is amazing. The fried chicken sandwich with hot honey is to die for. The people are amazing so nice very helpful. Very cute and cafe style. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Chicken biscuit with hot honey - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

Tucked in along the storefronts of East Main, this cute little restaurant has been on my "must try list" for awhile. They are only open Fri-Sunday, so it makes it difficult to just pop in. Four of us came on Fathers Day around 10:30am. My husband and I each had the stuffed French toast with cherry compote, my sister ordered the breakfast tacos with a side of Mac n cheese, and my dad had a biscuit sandwich and a side of grits. The stuffed French toast was very good. My sister said the tacos were good but nothing to rave about. Mac n cheese had a gritty texture to the cheese. I noticed my dad had to use a lot of salt and pepper on his grits - he seemed to think they didn't use any seasonings while cooking. The biscuit was good but not as flaky as he would like or expected. Overall, the place is charming. The staff is friendly (one girl was brand new but was trying hard to her job). But I don't know that I will be rushing back to eat there again. That being said, I'll keep looking at their daily menu when I stroll by and see if there isn't something I wouldn't be willing to give another try. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Stuffed French Toast - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

I had been wanting to try this place / the food truck for over a year but had just never made it in. I can't believe I waited so long!! The food is absolutely amazing. Hands down this is best biscuit I've ever had. The sweetness of the jam plus the saltiness of the bacon and the buttery biscuit that melts in your mouth was just a perfect combination. The cinnamon roll was gigantic and had great texture and flavor. The cream cheese frosting/sauce was to die for. The fries were crunchy but still soft and had great flavor. Seriously cannot say enough good things about the food. Service was solid and the atmosphere is cozy and cute. read more

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Love everything about this place. The new location is fantastic, the food is always good, the coffee drinks are great.

Absolutely delicious, elevated, home style cooking! Love that there are many unique vegetarian options and this is not only the first portobello sandwich I've ever had that I've loved, it's now just one of my favorite sandwiches ever. Super relaxed and industrial space, and great coffee bar connected to it too. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Clara B's new location works well--pleasant area with a coffee shop nearby and lots of light. The food is always a unique blend of flavors. The brisket chili is excellent. Tender beef brisket served over crispy fried potatoes and sporting fried eggs on top--what a delicious combination! It came with cornbread with a bit of jalapeño sass. Also sampled the crispy chicken and French fries --excellent as well. Order at the counter and the staff will bring your food out quickly. Now if she would just bring back the smoked chicken salad....(hint) read more

Went here on a weekday morning. Seems like it would be a nice place to drink coffee and work since most people were just individuals with laptops. Could also be good if you want to sit in relative silence with your party. The food is fine. The potatoes were undercooked. The other standard breakfast items (fried eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy) were by no means outstanding. read more

I am a huge Clara B's fan since they were at their first non wheeled location. Used to go get breakfast on the weekends I worked with coworkers. Was bummed when the location closed but happy with the new opening. Food is always amazing, and fresh. Employees are always smiling and friendly. They are pretty good at recognizing the regulars and the not quite as regulars and interacting. I go here at least once a month for breakfast (I don't eat out for breakfast often), but recommend it to everyone several times a month! read more

Disappointed that kitchen was essentially closed - wish there had been a sign outside saying kitchen staff break, although I applaud them for giving the no doubt hardworking staff time off! read more

We hit up their food truck at 9 Mile Garden for a brunch/lunch. I went for the loaded breakfast burrito. Very good, savory - with guacamole, (moist) chorizo [you don't want it dry], bacon, potatoes, etc. Really satisfying. Th daughter got the biscuits n gravy. It's a duck fat gravy, which gives it a nice richness & smoothness. Also comes with an egg, so get it sunny side up for some additional runny goodness. read more

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We had the apple French Toast special and it was delicious. The cheddar grits were the best I've had. The biscuit sandwich with onion apricot jam was tasty too. Great new place in downtown Belleville. Would try the Lobster Pot Pie next weekend. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Apple French Toast special - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

My spouse and I are from Louisiana and this place is better than any food I've had from home. The ABSOLUTE freshness of the food and your kitchen staff giving a damn about what they're doing makes the experience better. The surrounding can be a little crowded but that's only because they want in on how amazing this place is. Despite that, it still provides a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere. read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - The Country Breakfast. Rated PG-13. - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

My favorite place for brunch. Everything is amazing. Eggs Benedict, sandwiches, avocado toast, cinnamon rolls, breakfast burger, and the greatest loaded breakfast burrito around. Truly the best of the best in Belleville and the metro east! read more

Clara B's Kitchen Table - Lockhart eggs Benedict with brisket and chorizo - Food Trucks Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

We love picking up Clara B's on the weekend for breakfast. Both the chicken biscuit and chorizo burrito are definite must-haves! Their staff are all so kind & take pride in their brand. We always leave having learned something new about the restaurant, menu, or their coffee. Thankful for this tasty addition to our breakfast rotation! read more

Jodie and her staff at the best! They bring innovative twists to classic recipes, and their food is always on point. The convenience of being able to pick up a cup of the excellent coffee from Longstory makes this our go-to brunch spot. read more

Great Food and quantities are generous. If you leave hungry, it's your own fault. Their baked goods can't be beat. It seems a little pricey until you take into account the quantity and quality of the food. Try it and you won't be disappointed. read more