MOTW Coffee and Pastries is such a delightful addition to the Delmar Loop! The service and…read morehospitality are top tier. I found the staff to be welcoming and friendly. They helped me pick out a latte that I would love. The cute ambiance makes this place a lovely place to hang out. I got to sip on the hot Biscoff Latte with 1/2 sweetness level as well as the iced Date Cardamom Latte with oat milk. Both were delicious, but the iced Date Cardamom Latte with oat milk was the winner for me. The drinks were perfectly balanced and not overly sweet. I originally had a different latte in mind, but the staff convinced me to go with the Date Cardamom Latte and it was such a solid choice. With other coffee shops in the area, I would say MOTW Coffee and Pastries have an edge on being unique in what they serve. I can't wait to go back and try the other specialty lattes and syrups, as well as their amazing pastries.

Great new coffee bakery shop in Delmar Loop. Ordered the caramel avalanche, chicken empanada,…read morestrawberry pastry almond giant and mango pastry. Phenomenal. Pastries are made daily, fresh, not too sweet but flavorful. Argentinian chicken Empanada has a burst of unique flavors and spices. Coffee and service is great. Owner is very friendly, nice open seating to stay and get some work done. Great job, hopefully washu students find this place and come all the time!

I wanted to try a new spot for breakfast and decided on this place since I was in the area. I knew…read moreI wanted something more than a pastry but less than a plate, so I got a build-your-own egg sandwich. I got a whole wheat wrap with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, and red peppers. The wait time was minimal as there weren't many customers at the time. After a few minutes my name was called and I was on my way. Up until this point, every wrap I've ever had was either thin like a taco or overstuffed like a burrito. This one was a perfect mix of the two; not too big or small but just the right size. I'm unsure how many eggs they used, but I certainly appreciated the thickness. The wrap itself was good but unfortunately, the only "flavor" I got came from the cheddar cheese as the seasoning was no where to be found. Aside from that, it def kept me full and was a solid choice for breakfast. I liked the coffee shop as well, as it felt cozy and welcoming. I can't wait to come back to try more things, esp the pastries.

A few years ago, I went here and I enjoyed breakfast and some coffee. And wanted to get work done…read more It was a very busy place as well as a very noisy place. Sadly, I was unable to get any work done even with AirPods in. The one negative was how cold inside was. I very much so enjoyed the food that I ate and the coffee was absolutely delicious. The people working were very friendly very helpful. It is an absolutely cute place. You can tell there are a lot of returning customers as well as a regulars, which is nice to see.

I was remarking to a member of my running group that I've probably driven past this place a million…read moretimes and never noticed it was there. I'm not sure what I imagined it being. A Kinkos? Some place where I could print off copies of my zine about protecting the environment by committing minor acts of terrorism in America's forests? Turns out, it's a place where you can listen to truly random vinyl records while eating burritos entirely too good to be available in Clayton. Nothing about the latter says this part of town except for the price, which is almost like someone's cruel idea of a joke. I'd suggest that they're the best breakfast burritos available anywhere in the area, but what do I know? I've been eating breakfast burritos since the Reagan administration, when they were invented (as far as I know), but mostly of the microwavable variety. They have the potential to be the best food possible, because they combine the two other best foods, breakfast sandwiches and Mexican food, but no one seems to put any real effort into them. They're less likely than their lunch/dinner counterpart to cause gastrointestinal distress. People suspect that the reason Chipotle gives you the runs roughly every third time you visit is because of the cilantro, which is impossible to wash, but I heard it's really the lettuce. Never get lettuce on a burrito from Chipotle. If you're getting one of those bowls, why are you even going to Chipotle? You're probably already fat, and not eating a tortilla is not going to make a difference. But I digress. Upshot is primarily a coffee shop, and I think it's generally well regarded as far as that's concerned, though I'm no expert. I drink a nice, stiff six cups or so of whatever's on sale first thing in the morning and it usually ends up being the highlight of my day. I don't need any coffee in addition to that. I might get nervous. I've had luck lately with the seasonal selections at other local coffee shops that I've visited, so I figured I'd take my chances with an iced strawberry matcha latte. It seemed like it would be nice and refreshing after getting in a few miles with the homies, and damn it if it didn't hit the spot. You could see the actual seeds in it from where they must have crushed up an actual strawberry to make it, thus justifying the price, at least as far as they're concerned. They spared no expense with the burrito either. It's filled with surprisingly large chunks of bacon and avocado. Can they afford to give you more bacon because they don't cook it to the point where it starts to shrink? I like it when it's still kinda chewy, but I'm sure many would beg to differ. That must be how bacon is served in Clayton. They don't have the lovable old James bring it out to you, but I can understand, with this being 2026. It's not the lengthiest tortilla in the world, but it's stuffed to nearly overflowing with eggs, cheese, potatoes and what have you. I'd suggest bringing a date just to see if she could wrap her lips around it, but who's got that kind of money? It would have to be someone you've already been out with a few times, who's with the program, so to speak.

Went for brunch. Decided to try their brake shop burrito (most popular item) and BLTE (for…read morecomparison). The burrito was flavorful. Considering all that it contains - 2 Scrambled Eggs, Chopped Bacon, Cripsy Tater Tots, Avo Mash, Pico Del Gallo, Chipotle Crema, Griddled Jack Cheese, right? I think the bacon got lost though. The BLTE had a thick cut of bacon but overall was on the bland side. The staff seemed friendly and the person at the register was happy to explain the menu for first-timers.

We went there for lunch. Food was good. We had many goodies to share! Great place to go for a…read moreluncheon.

I've been to this restaurant and bakery several times and have never been disappointed. Service has…read morealways been great. The space was renovated and updated a year or so ago. Never been to Paris but this is probably close. I recommend the French onion soup and French dip roast beef. Of course, anything you take home from the bakery will be amazing.

Came for late breakfast last Monday. It was wonderful with attentive staff and great food! We…read morehighly recommend!

What a wonderful find in the heart of University City next door to Clayton and Olivette!…read more I picked up my Rideshare passenger and they led me to this gem. Nice and clean, comfortable and delightful staff. I can't write about the food at this time all I can do is let you know that it is certified kosher as you walk in the door there is a sign that says it is certified kosher!!!!

This is the place to go for soft serve ice cream. It's also a good spot for burgers and fries --…read moreand has a pretty good selection of burger, sandwiches, and sides. Outdoor seating is available.

The Malt Shop is one of those hidden gems you would probably drive right past if you didn't know it…read morewas there. Tucked away off 141, it's not a place we would have randomly found unless we stumbled across it--but now that we know about it, we make sure to stop anytime we're in the area. One of my favorite things about this place is the variety of options. The employees even have a list of their personal favorites, which makes it fun to try something new instead of sticking with the same thing every time. While the ice cream and sweet treats are definitely a highlight, don't overlook their food. They serve delicious, hot hamburgers and crispy fries that make it more than just a dessert stop. It's the kind of classic, hometown spot that has something for everyone. Every time we bring someone new with us, they end up asking when we can go back. The food is great, the atmosphere is welcoming, and it's become one of those places we look forward to visiting whenever we're nearby.

We love this place! Donuts are always fresh and delicious. We usually stop for breakfast and order…read morethe breakfast burrito and our favorite donut of choice. We tried their lunch menu and was not disappointed. My husband had the regular philly and I chose the chicken philly. Both freshly made, so it was hot and delicious. Whenever we are in the area it is a must we stop for donuts! They are the best!

This casual dining spot is not a lot that I can say about it. Nothing is blowing me away as far as…read morethe aestetics. It's really clean. The have patio seating. The customer service was just average. The young lady was working on some to go orders when we arrived. She didn't greet us. She was very nice when taking the order. The food came out quickly. The gyro was well seasoned. The burger was just okay. I did like the mushrooms and Swiss cheese. They only offer medium well and well done. You can tell it was a frozen patty. The fries were mid. The buffalo wings were decent. I came to try the doughnut cheeseburger. They were out of glazed doughnut. It was near closing time.

I put in a large order about a week ahead of time via the website. I drove up, got the donuts…read more They were wonderful! They are upper tier donuts. The woman working that morning was very nice. Highly recommend.

Donut drive-up knows a classic and does it well! They have a small menu, but you can't really go…read morewrong with any option. I mostly order from here on the app too good to go, which helps to limit food waste. You get a large amount of donuts for a fraction of the cost! Because it is drive thru only, service is quick! I have not ever really had to wait in a line, if you're in a hurry you can still make it in time!