The Wentworth is the best latte I have ever had, hands down! The cafe had such a chill atmosphere,…read moreand even though they were quite busy when we came in, the staff was very quick and friendly. We will definitely be back!

I'd been wanting to check out this local cafe for a while and finally made it out, except I made…read morethe mistake of coming on a weekend morning to study with a friend. It was absolutely packed. The line was super long and there was no seating anywhere, so that study session did not happen the way I planned. That said, the space itself is really cute. There are little things you can buy like stationery, and they even have a mini library tucked in there next to the ice cream. The staff was super efficient and clearly know how to keep the line moving even when it's slammed. I got their signature latte "The Protagonist" and it was so good. Their seasonal lattes also looked amazing and I already know I need to try those next time. Overall a great spot, I just know to come back on a weekday during off peak hours if I actually want to sit down and get some work done. Lesson learned!

Positively TRANSCENDENT French toast…read more (Also enjoyed my lox bagel and vanilla latte, but that French toast!!!)

This is a third space cafe with a baller breakfast sandwich that will actually leave you full and…read moreespresso that tastes right. This place has charm and grit with excellent people watching and a great upstairs seating area. Posters with local events, board games to use, free Wi-Fi, and a single stall bathroom. Barista was a baddie who knew exactly what they were doing. On a road trip from Ohio to Colorado and this is the exact space I needed!!

Tous Les Jours is a French Asian bakery with locations all across the US. The recently opened a…read morelocation in STL and it could not have been busier when I went! When you walk in you pick up a tray and some tongs and get to look through all the different glass cases of baked goods. You pick what you want and then pay at the counter. They have both sweet and savory options. I opted to get their matcha donut and a savory hot dog pastry. They also have specialty cakes, as well as espresso drinks. I love the variety of options they have and feel that their baked goods are overall fairly priced. I can't wait to go back and try something new!

This place is so cute and a vibe!! The cafe was filled with people socializing and working. There…read morewere plenty of sweet and savory items and cakes. Everything I've had thus far has been good. Their mango cloud doughnut is so good. Coffee drinks were good too -- I had an iced ube latte. We have been here a couple times already. As you can imagine, the earlier you go, there is a greater and fresher selection. Don't worry about the line. It moves pretty fast!

I'm back again to give the gizzards another try. I was told they were the gizzards from another…read morerestaurant that caught fire. I will say they are very good. They are seasoned well. They didn't make it home. I burned my tongue. I couldn't wait for it to cool off. Customer service was very good. Great job of taking our order and bringing it out expeditiously. This is a pastry restaurant combine with Vietnamese foods. The concept is nice. There is Asian art all around . The garage door is a nice touch the vibe is great. Tge accent rose wall stands out. The patio seating also is a nice touch .

1. My order had four items. 2. The cashier said only two of…read morethe items were on the ticket. I received the tea and the corn dog. I did not receive the two pastry items. 3. I showed her my paid order in the app. 4. She acknowledged that she could see my paid order, but proceeded to tell me that this wasn't HER app, even though the app icon is their logo, and their website is on the bottom of the order screen. 5. I asked if I could go ahead and get the items because she could see that I paid for them. 6. She said no, and told me that I needed to contact the owner of the app. 7. The order pickup time was supposed to be 7:13, and it wasn't ready until 7:45. Not only did I not receive my full order, I waited 30 additional minutes on top of the "ready" time. I do not typically leave bad reviews. This situation was abhorrent, and warning folks is the best thing to do.

Cute little coffee shop that's now known as The Press. I've had this bookmarked for a bit but the…read morehours doesn't really work in my favour so it's great that I was able to stop by and try their coffee! I got the matcha and was also able to sample the coffee. The area itself is open to stay in and do some work which is great. I would definitely stop by here again if I'm ever around the area.

First the at the Black Lab now known as The Press Cafe! I've been wanting to try this place out…read moresince it's associated with Tech Artista, a coworking community. Really enjoyed the ample amount of outlets for charging and that the seating was spaced well for gathering or solo work. My food and drink were good. Matcha was on point. The everything bagel had a slight mishap but the staff was super understanding and accommodating. Appreciate everyone there!

What an incredible spot! I wish I had more time to sit on their patio or in the green room area, it…read morewas so cool! There was a bit of a line when I got there but it went quick and if you're in a rush, you can also order online for pickup. Parking was tough, I found a spot a few blocks away and walked.

The vibe is a big part of this place. It's got an industrial, rough feel with a large outdoor patio…read more(honestly a really good coffee shop set up). The coffee itself is one of the main reasons to check this place out. Beans are roasted in house so quality is pretty up there. I wasn't able to try their food which is fine, I can always come back next time. Service is friendly and laid-back, not always the fastest but it does get pretty busy.

Stopped in Friday morning planning to just grab an Americano, but the muffin case at the checkout…read morecaught my eye, and that led to the breakfast tacos... and let's just say I wasn't mad about it. The Americano was smooth, not bitter at all. The muffin was soft, fresh, and just the right amount of sweet. And those breakfast tacos? Way better than I expected from a coffee spot, good flavor all around. Clean space, good energy, and friendly staff who actually seem happy to be there. I'll definitely be back, though next time I might just plan for breakfast from the start.

Coma is a great spot if you are in the area or, even better, if you are stopping in the building!…read moreI'm lucky my dermatologist is upstairs so I always stop by. I always get an iced caramel latte, and they rank well amongst other lattes I've tried. There is usually always a line, but service is quick at the counter, and I've never waited too long for my drink. One con is that it's fairly loud in here, and each time I've been, I've never been able to find a spot to sit inside. Luckily, each time I go I'm always taking my drink to do. I recommend Coma for your next coffee stop!

I go to Kaldi's located at my workplace. They are always friendly, attentive and prompt with my…read moreorders. My two favorite items are Zucchini Nut Bread and Turkey Avocado Sandwich.

Skip it if you want to feel like a welcome customer I've…read morebeen to Kaldi's on Skinker a handful of times and generally liked it, but my last visit has me second-guessing a return. The person working the counter was visibly disinterested from the moment I walked up, no greeting, minimal eye contact, and an overall vibe that suggested I was an inconvenience rather than a customer. He took my order without repeating it back or confirming any details, and sure enough, it came out wrong. When I pointed it out, there was no apology, just a flat, borderline dismissive response that made me feel like I was the problem for bringing it up. I get that working a busy coffee counter isn't always glamorous, but a basic level of professionalism and a simple "sorry about that" go a long way. Neither happened here. The coffee itself is fine and other staff are lovely. But if you end up at his counter, good luck, when the service makes you feel unwelcome, it's hard to justify coming back when there are plenty of other good coffee spots in the area that actually seem glad you walked in.

Recently had a double date at Fountain on Delmar for The Iced Fountain, their holiday pop-up. I am…read morea huge fan of Fountain on Locust - and I didn't even know they had a sister restaurant! Needless to say, I was happy to visit this new-to-me location. It's an interesting complex, bathrooms literally outside and attached to Steve's Hot Dogs. It's right next to an empty/neglected field which isn't the most welcoming sight. The parking lot is convenient though vs. street parking at Locust. They have a smaller menu than the Locust location, especially much less ice cream options. I was looking for the brownie in the mug which unfortunately was not on the menu here. I got a yummy and beautiful holiday drink along with a free holiday shot (as part of their holiday pop-up). The interior dining area is super small, I wondered if they had additional seating elsewhere but didn't seem that way. We ordered food, drinks, and ice cream all of which are delicious as usual. While I would still choose to go to their flagship location on Locust, this is a great alternate location if you are near the area.

Such a solid space to grab a night cap, or just visit in general! We stopped after dining with…read moreNixta, and it felt like such a special treat. It was pretty busy for being close to closing time which is great, birthday parties were being celebrated, families grabbing ice cream, and folks like us not ready to end their evening. We ended up sitting at the bar and wanted an ice cream cocktail but were also in the mood for espresso martinis. Our bartender said they have ice cream espresso martinis so the deal was sealed. It was absolutely fantastic and really hit the spot. The quality of ice cream with the little kick of espresso/ cocktail was so great. The space itself is so vibey and detailed, and really aligns with their og location on Locust. I'm so excited to come back!!

Was just at Upshot for the first time in Clayton and met the owner Eric. He was unbelievably kind…read moreand personable! Easily my favorite coffee in the STl area and my wife's favorite matcha! I can't say enough good things about this place and very highly recommend the breakfast burrito. Thanks again to Eric and the HiFi staff for such a wonderful experience!

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.