Stepped into this local coffee shop and it was everything great! The staff were super friendly and…read morekept things moving efficiently, even with a steady stream of customers. I grabbed a bacon, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel with avocado... a classic, but it was perfectly made and absolutely hit the spot. Enjoyed every bite out on their lovely patio in the back. Definitely a good spot!

This is my second time visiting this neighborhood coffee shop in a residential area of Tower Grove…read moresouth. It is LGBT friendly and affirming. It's definitely a safe place. There is a one person unisex bathroom. They have an entrance with a few steps or a full ramp to enter. It is street parking only and I've always been able to get a close parking spot as many residents in the neighborhood walk there. There are scattered tables throughout the restaurant. There are plants in the front window, local artists artwork on the wall for sale and a glass case full of goodies. You order at the counter and they bring your order to the table when it's ready. On this visit, I ordered a breakfast bowl that had potatoes, eggs, cheese, spinach and tomatoes, with a side of toast. I also ordered a black pepper & rosemary scone, and a cold brew coffee. Everything was absolutely delicious. Besides this establishment having a wonderful and welcoming vibe, the staff is top-tier. They were so incredibly kind, friendly and patient. Absolutely love them!

The best afternoon tea experience in st louis. Food, service and ambiance is top notch…read more The sandwiches and the scone for the Windsor tea set was very good. We don't really like the short bread cookies. Love the Paris by Day tea. Highly recommended.

Such a treat. Pricey but not something done often and when you reserve for an out of town family…read moreget together, it is fancy fun. Service is impeccable, attentive. We had a private room for our party of 9 (charge added). Enjoyed a pre- cocktail, choice of tea and then our tiered service menu. Accommodated an allergy need as well. Gratuity included for larger parties. A tradition with us and we look forward to it every year.

Great coffee, friendly staff, fast service and a lovely corner spot with beautiful plants and…read moredecor. It's definitely a spot to order coffee and take some time to chill, sip and savor. My friend is a super fan of their chai tea latte so I ordered an iced dirty chai with oat milk. Definitely the best chai latte I've had. They mix brown sugar into the drink and it's heavenly!

No brownies. The menu of desserts change. But they will have a gf v item. At least one…read more While we couldn't partake the service was great. Place was clean.

Coffee is great. The people here are phenomenal! They are welcoming to all making the ambiance…read moreexceptional! These people know what commitment to the community means! Thank you for standing up for those who are struggling to just make it through the day!

Mokabe's has quickly become one of my favorite cafés in the area. The atmosphere is exactly what…read moreyou'd expect from a coffee shop on Grand--welcoming, eclectic, and full of character. The staff is always friendly and helpful, the food comes out quickly, and the shaded patio is a great place to sit and enjoy your meal. The espresso shake was absolutely delicious, but the Lou Melt was the standout of my visit. The bread had the perfect crunch on the outside while staying soft on the inside, and unlike many steak burgers , it wasn't greasy at all. The French Dip was just okay. It could have used a bit more flavor, and I wish there had been more meat on the sandwich. The bread, however, was fresh, airy, and incredibly soft, which helped make it enjoyable. The Caesar salad was another highlight. The kale was massaged just enough to make it tender while still keeping a nice crunch, and every bite left me wanting more. The Greek salad wasn't quite as memorable. The dressing tasted mostly like oil with only a slight hint of vinegar, so it felt like it was missing the bold, tangy flavors I was expecting. I also ordered an iced vanilla latte, which was excellent. It was smooth, not overly sweet, and didn't have the bitter taste that some coffee drinks can have. Overall, Mokabe's offers a warm, inviting atmosphere, consistently friendly service, and a menu with several standout items. While a couple of dishes could use a little more seasoning, I'd happily come back for the Lou Melt, Caesar salad, coffee, and the overall experience.

Everything about this place hits the mark. The roast is excellent, and the knowledgeable baristas…read moregenuinely care about you and the coffee--they clearly love what they serve. The space is clean and uncluttered, with none of the cheesy wall décor.

Went here on the recommendation of the folks at Read a Book. It reminded me of a swankier version…read moreof Dark Magic in Chicago with all the skull decor. I had a pour over of the Jaime Nuñez bean and a brie and blueberry croissant. That blend was as described. That may have been the juiciest coffee I have ever had in life. Perfect for summer. The crossaint was so flaky and buttery. And for me the pricing was very competitive. My only disappointments were in how eat in items were served. I was killing time in between events and so the pour over came in the glass carafe it dripped into but came wiith a nice stoneware small cup to drink out of. The stoneware kept the heat but couldn't contain the entirety of the pour. So the remainder in the glass cooled pretty quickly that way. Also I had the crossaint warmed but it fries the brie. That's on me for the request but it would have been great if someone could have caught that for me.

I was already familiar with Upshot Coffee's game from a visit to their Clayton location a few weeks…read moreago. I tried the breakfast burrito, and it honestly changed my life. I was able to get off drugs and reconnect with my family as the result of eating a burrito. You can imagine my excitement, then, when it was announced that a group I run with was meeting at this Tower Grove South location. I wasn't crazy about getting up early the day after America's 250th birthday, and there was the slight possibility that I'd barf during my run around Tower Grove Park (people might think I was back on drugs), but I was willing to risk it for the, erm, burrito. Actually, it occurred to me that I might try something else, for the sake of citizen food journalism. Then my decision was made for me when I saw that they carry a bagel with lox. I've eaten literally a million bagels with lox, going back to the 1980s, but only either at home or at places that aren't very good, like Einstein Bros. Alas, I was informed that the bagel with lox was currently unavailable, because they were out of lox. Which struck me as odd, given that lox is not served fresh. It's not like they had to go pull it out of the water that morning or have it flown in from Alaska, packed in ice. Was there a run on the lox due to a nearby media-industry convention? Did they accidentally leave it sitting out overnight? I imagine that would smell crazy. I went with the Everything, which may have been the better choice anyway. Named after the famous bagel seasoning, it's essentially a bacon, egg and cheese on a bagel with cream cheese and a tomato. But describing it that way doesn't really do it justice. You have to attempt to wrap your lips around it in order to truly appreciate it. No Diddy. It's the bagel-sandwich equivalent of their legendary burrito, and it might be just as good. The bacon and egg are perfectly cooked, with the egg just slightly underdone and the bacon nice and crisp but still with a little bit of chew. The helping of cream cheese is weirdly generous, to the point where just the cream cheese on a bagel would be a fairly substantial sandwich. The tomato, which was a little bit tart, made for a nice accent. It comes wrapped in one of those diapers they used to use on some of the bigger burgers at Hardee's, to keep it from falling apart the moment you try to bite into it. You'd still eat all the individual elements using your fingers, because you're a savage and because they're that good, but it wouldn't be the same. It's a testament to the thoughtfulness and the ingenuity of the kitchen staff at Upshot that they thought to do that.

Quality of Beverage & Service Absolutely sucks!…read more Just ordered a Baked Pumpkin Latte and I waited 25-30 minutes this morning. Customers were livid! The Barista should be fired immediately. You don't socialize with co-workers and leave for anything when customers are stacking three deep. She has no phucking idea what she's doing. Finally, I was served a lukewarm Latte. Shitty Service & Absolutely an inferior product not fit for human consumption. Shame on Upshot Coffee for not having the managerial understanding of what running a coffee is about. I'll never be back or recommend this establishment.

A group of 4 of us had breakfast here. We were happy they were open on a Tuesday morning because…read moremany places are not. It is easy to pass by the place because biggest sign on building is for donut shop that previously occupied the space. We were the only people in dining there for most of the time. The waiter was nice but a little different too. He was happy to answer questions and share his thoughts on menu items. In fact he actually hung out at our table a little too long- we wanted to get on with our conversations. Ha. Anyway I had the avocado toast with an egg on top- it was huge order. And very good. They sprinkle crunchy mix on top of the avocado- seeds mostly and lettuce under it - a great combo of texture and flavor esp with a creamy green sauce with it. I tasted my friends Milque Toast and it was very good but definitely sweet. Think bread pudding.

The presentation of the food was definitely beautiful and very aesthetically pleasing. I ordered…read morethe avocado toast, which had quite a lot going on in terms of ingredients and flavors. It was interesting and visually impressive, although I would say the taste may not be everyone's cup of tea. The Norwegian pancakes were also beautifully presented. They looked very much like crêpes and, to me, tasted very similar to crêpes as well. The coffee was probably one of the more interesting parts of the experience. It was made with Indonesian coffee and green Indonesian spices that gave it a unique color and appearance that reminded me a little of matcha. Definitely something different to try. I initially ordered bacon and eggs, but unfortunately they were out of bacon. What surprised me was that there really wasn't another side available to substitute for it, so I ended up choosing something completely different. I also asked about sampling something before ordering and learned that they do not offer samples. Overall, this is a very visually appealing and unique dining experience with some interesting flavor combinations. I think it's a great place for someone who enjoys trying something a little different, but some of the flavors and menu options may not appeal to everyone.

Great coffee, calming atmosphere, healthy veg…read more Salads here are excellent and have some good sources of plant protein including garbanzo beans and egg. Croutons are especially standout, chewy and delicious. But note the menu is limited so don't expect food other than pastries and salad. The foot traffic inside is managed through seating customers as they order which does make the setting less chaotic. Nice atmosphere and decor, I will be back!

Food and drink are fine, often good. Patio is lovely. Unfortunately, an outdoor, motion-activated…read morecamera at this business flashes lights at a high frequency in alternating colors without any warning. This caused me to have an absence seizure and subsequent migraine. Edit: Hi Darcy, I am aware of the need for exterior cameras in any place of business. I do believe you will see that I was clearly on the sidewalk, not on cafe property, when your camera began flashing. There was no audio warning, I rounded the corner and the flashing lights started. To reiterate, because you seem to have not actually read my review before assuming my complaint: there was NO audio warning before the camera began strobing. I am not exaggerating when I say this camera caused me to have a medical event. Please consider motion-activated flood lights and an exterior camera that does not flash a light to secure your building. Your security theatre causes safety problems for those of us just trying to go for a walk in the neighborhood after work. Also, to keep this review fair and balanced, I have had your coffee and it is quite good. I am just as upset to have had this experience as you apparently are to receive this feedback. Personally, if I was informed that I caused this issue for someone, I would demonstrate a bit of concern for their wellbeing. Again, I understand the need for cameras. This is not a review complaining that you have cameras. This is a review to let you know that the specific camera you use is hazardous to people with disabilities, in hopes that you may find the empathy to adjust your CCTV setup. Thanks for responding and please reconsider your specific camera system. In the meantime, I will be sure to direct my photosensitive friends away from The Fiddlehead Fern.

The first thing that struck me about The Mud House was the atmosphere. It's everything I love about…read moreCherokee Street. hip, eclectic, welcoming, and full of character. The space has a unique vibe that makes you want to linger over a cup of coffee and soak it all in. The staff was friendly and attentive, and I was impressed by how quickly our food arrived. Even better, everything was delicious. The food was fresh and flavorful, and the coffee was good too. This is exactly what you'd hope for from a neighborhood café. This is the kind of place that gives a neighborhood its personality. Great food, great coffee, great service, and a fantastic ambiance. If you're exploring Cherokee Street or just looking for a relaxing spot for breakfast or brunch, I highly recommend The Mud House. It's a gem in one of St. Louis' most charming neighborhoods.

I've been here twice. Once for breakfast where I ordered the american breakfast, french toast +…read moreblueberry compote and a spiked coffee. The price for food doesn't represent the quality, serving nor taste. I returned recently to grab a quick lunch which was the turkey club and vanilla latte. Online it states that she sandwich would be crustless but that's not what I received. The components of sandwich were as stated but again, not enough for $17. Lots of the potatoes were overcooked. Disappointing for the second time. My order was ready 10minutes ahead of time which wasn't a problem because I was in the area. It's a rustic cafe. No frills. Open seating.

I visit here weekly. I love taking a long walk on the weekend as the weather allows and making this…read moremy destination. I always come through the shoppe side, see what new food stuffs and nibbles they have here; they even have gluten free pastas and sauces available; in addition to their wide assortment of meats, cheeses, sauces, wines, liquors, drinks, cigars and the list goes on. Being an iced coffee fan I can drink theirs without any added sugar, it's that smooth! I picked up a hunk of the carrot cake they had there for my mom and dad as a treat and they almost fought over the last bite! The entire neighborhood around this place is coming up-- you have to stop by here at least once. You won't regret it.

There is a lot of road construction right now in that area so it may be a bit challenging to get…read morethere and park, but it's worth it. There is street parking and a private lot behind the building. There are 2 entrances, one is directly into the cafe and the other is into the market. There is very limited seating inside. Most seating is outside on their flower-laden patio. Service was friendly, warm and helpful. I felt like a valued customer. Unfortunately the drink I wanted to try was the tahini date steamer but it wasn't available today as they were out of dates. I chose the herbal hibiscus elixir iced. It tastes like you are drinking a flower because you are, and it's full of antioxidants. The market has a lot of "foodie" finds like wine, special sauces, specialty cheese, smoked fish and house-made Mediterranean spreads. I'm interested in trying the canned cocktails. They are 24% ABV and cost $7. I will be back!