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    Good Strangers

    4.9 (18 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Kelse S.

    What a lovely little spot on Cherokee! I popped in here after a meeting in the area to get some work done and it was a really lovely experience. It's a really welcoming vibe, the baristas were kind and talkative, and there was tons of room to sit and work. It's bright and open, nice windows to get some natural light in. The coffee itself was tasty. I *believe* they have some baked goods/ food options, but I was only caffeine focused for the day. I would definitely return!

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    Jade H.

    Huge fan of Good Strangers. I'm glad the STL Coffee Pass has pushed me to try new places because this place is going to become a regular for me. They have ample seating and a great aesthetic and vibe. Their drinks are greatly varied and I cannot stress how good they are. Because of the BOGO coffee pass I tried their two seasonal flavors - tahini and the coco mocha lattes. The Tahini one was super sweet and a bit umami due to the sesame flavor. The coco mocha one was a bitter chocolate instead of super sweet. Honestly these two balanced each other out so well! And I love they have a less sweet latte available :) The person at the register was very helpful in providing recommendations and alterations to the food and drink. Thanks for a great experience! 10/10 coming again :)

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    Austin S.

    Local, communal, loving... The pillars of a Cherokee small business. And, well, now the esteemed Cherokee street has some damn good coffee in a damn good space. You're not a stranger in good strangers. The interior is minimalistic, yet modern. Pastel walls send you to a soothing oasis of peace. Even better: they have a small corner for kids to sit, enjoy, and play (or maybe the kids at heart as well). The workers were great. Super polite, they use your name, and greet you with infectious smiles; to reiterate: nobody is a stranger here. The coffee was wonderful. Per usual I snagged an iced, almond milk latte. It was great. A little bit of funk, plenty of ice, lots of caffeine. The perfect busy saturday afternoon pick me up. A beautiful space, full of beautiful people, and good friends(not strangers, lol).

    Sara G.

    Good Strangers on Cherokee is exactly what this neighborhood needed. It's such a cute and chill spot perfect for posting up with your laptop or just hanging out for a while. They're serving up Baked and Boiled Bagels (yes, please!) and 4th City BBQ Tacos, which is a combo I didn't know I needed but now fully support. The vibe is relaxed, the staff is friendly, and you can tell they care about being a part of the local scene. If you're into great coffee and a very welcoming space to hang or get some work done, this place is it.

    Noel F.

    A lovely addition to Cherokee St. Friendly service, and a very large space, complete with a kids corner for kiddos! I'm not sure if they roast their own beans or use somebody else's, but I had a dang good Americano with a splash of oat milk. I will be back for sure! I love that they source their pastries from Diana's down the street!

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    Abe R.

    Decided to make the journey down to Cherokee Street for for a treat. The tahini latte really intrigued me and I followed the recommendation and got it with oat milk and it was very tasty. Great flavor and you can tell they know what they're doing because it was served at the right temp. I feel like some coffee places serve their lattes so hot and it kind of takes away from it. It was very delicious. I was not planning on getting a pastry, but the guava empanada looked delicious and it's not something I would typically get. Great flavor and the crust was so flaky and flavorful. The guava had just the right amount of sweetness. I believe it might've been the owner but had an employee stop by to check on me while I was enjoying my coffee. It's a big wide open space- perfect if you'd want to hang out or even maybe set up shop to do some work. I will be pulling for this place and it was definitely worth the drive.

    Love this place. Great vibes, drinks, food, place to work alone or together, and holy crap the WiFi is SO FAST

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    Love their assortment of coffee drinks and specials. The majestic pita sandwich is awesome. I crave it monthly!

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    Great panini sandwich and Cateja coffee drink, nice people! Everything was perfect. Thanks

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    I stopped in for a taco and cup of coffee. Great vibe and everything was delicious! The taco was a Philly cheesesteak variation.

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    Songbird

    Songbird

    4.7
    (620 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    And this bird can sing! I'm late to the intro, but happy to finally check in at the Tower Grove…read morelocation. Songbird makes great use of its space and should be near the top of your STL brunch list. A reasonably-sized (not-overwhelming) menu, great coffee, delicious cocktails, quick, attentive service, and undeniably delicous food. I took off on a redeye this morning (coffee courtesy of Blueprint), and landed on the Farm Sampler: two scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, sourdough toast, sliced avocado and sauteed shiitake mushrooms. Phenomenal flavors and textures. Toast is typically an afterthought for me, but the buttery crunch of the sourdough has to be spotlighted. The Bee's Knees cocktail was also a wonderfully refreshing prelude to the approaching STL summer. The time has come, the song is over, thought I'd something more to say: wake up, reserve, enjoy.

    I think that Songbird suffers from a problem that many businesses have when they scale up: the…read morepersonal connection is lost, and the food no longer tastes like it is made with love. I was very excited to try them but left knowing I would not return. I waited 40 minutes on a weekday morning for a bar seat for one, standing because all the waiting area seats were taken. The hostess/waitress was very nice when she got to me, but you could tell that the amount of customers was simply too much to handle. Now, this was okay - I should have made a reservation, and it's not the staff's fault they were overwhelmed. However, the service once I sat down was patchy, delayed and distracted. I had to remind different servers of my presence, multiple times. I was willing to overlook this if the food had been fantastic, but unfortunately, their most popular item, the combo breakfast sandwich, was so incredibly heavy. The first bite was crispy, oily and fatty deliciousness, but by the third bite it was simply too rich. The sweet overtone of the honey was lovely but did not cut through the grease. By the time I finished half, I understood why several diners had left the other half uneaten. My personal preference is for a fresh, umami yet balanced sandwich that does not make me feel queasy after finishing it. This was not the sandwich for me. There was a long delay after I finished eating for them to bring me the check. My whole meal took around 2.5 hours. I had arrived starving and, I like to think, with an open mind. These are my honest, unfiltered observations. It is wonderful that so many people want to try their food and that their new space is bigger. Their decor, glassware and menu were cute and tasteful. I also love that they grew from a farmers market food stall and that they source their ingredients locally. With their level of popularity, I think they should focus on preserving the quality of their service and food.

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    Huevos rancheros with chorizo and avocado
    Huevos rancheros with chorizo and avocado
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    Hatch'd

    4.7
    (801 reviews)
    3.6 mi
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    While visiting St. Louis, decided to check out Hatch'd based on all the great Yelp reviews. Despite…read morebeing very busy on a weekday, we were instantly seated at their only open table. I ordered the Hatch'd By You which consisted of two eggs, meat, hash browns and and English muffin. I thought everything was great. The eggs were spot on and the hash browns were super crispy - exactly how I like them! Hatch'd is a true example of how a restaurant should be run. The owner, Josh, worked alongside his staff, and also stopped by at every table to introduce himself and check on their dining experience. Our waiter was also incredibly polite and suggested some great, personalized customization to our dishes. The place has a very welcoming atmosphere.

    Amazing restaurant, with amazing staff…read more I went here with my kids for an early fathers day breakfast. We made a reservation to this place. It said we were ninth in line. We thought we had to wait for a long time, but it actually went quick (like 5 minutes) when we got there. We did not realize this place had an upstairs, until our waiter guided us. This place looks very large on the inside compared to what it looks like on the outside. The restaurant also had an rustic atmosphere. With exposed pipes, rusted decor, and 80's memorabilia on the shelf. We ordered coffee here, and one of them came in a Christmas cup. Even though it was six months away. My wife chuckled on how they served her coffee in a Christmas cup. Mine came in a plain white cup. But I still excessively chuckled on how funny the menu is and the staff are. The staff are very attentive to how your food tastes and make plenty of funny jokes with you. They also are very descriptive on what the specials on pancakes and omelettes are. As well as being very honest. I ordered the Benny's Got Beef Or Belly with Brisket. I know, long name. I watched the weather while my food was being prepared, and occasionally looking at the PBS TV nearby. My wife was drawing with my 11 year old daughter (and writing "secret messages") as their food was being prepped and prepared. When my food finally came out, I immediately took a bite. The brisket was very juicy and tender. And the eggs were delicious on the side. I tried this place several years ago. Was still the same good taste that I remember when I took my wife to this place. Very amazing place. Will come again.

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    Atmosphere at the bar seats
    Atmosphere at the bar seats
    Cocoa batteries pancake
    Cocoa batteries pancake
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    Grand Pied

    Grand Pied

    4.6
    (195 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    I was devastated for months because my work schedule wouldn't let me have brunch at Grand Pied. I…read moreliterally dreamed about their pancakes. Today finally came, and I got to visit on a Wednesday lunch. Our hostess and staffs were wonderful and made us feel so special right from the start. Of course, the food was the real highlight. The pancakes were crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly buttery. The gumbo was rich and flavorful, well-seasoned without being overwhelming. The grits were cooked to perfection and paired beautifully with the gumbo. Everything felt incredibly comforting on a cold day (see finished plates for reference) We came on a Wednesday morning, so it wasn't crowded at all. Such a relaxed, cozy experience.

    Came in for a weekday breakfast (yay maternity leave!) to avoid the crowds & long line I've heard…read moreform on the weekend. You sit and order via QR code, with minimal table service (they bring you water/drinks ordered and food, not much else). The food is like 10/5 amazing and quality. I got the herbed goat cheese omelette and it was perfection. The side salad was perfectly dressed. I ate every last bite. No need to add additional seasonings. Husband got the ham & cheese omelette and felt the same. We split kids pancakes to get the toppings on the side. OMG people don't lie these are an indulgent and amazing treat. 4 stars overall because there are literally 0 modifications which is kind of annoying in my opinion. Like, they were out of hoagies and there was no way to say - I'd still get the sandwich just put it on different bread. Or I don't want mayo. Find that odd. I guess it's a choice but it does deter me from rushing back or trying more on the menu, and be aware if you go. Ps does seem there is an allergy option so if you do have an allergy I suppose you can check that but I'm not sure how to note what you need a change; didn't see it in the QR-only ordering.

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    Pork & cheddar omelette
    Pork & cheddar omelette
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    Fleur-de-Lys Mansion

    Fleur-de-Lys Mansion

    4.8
    (29 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    The Fleur-de-Lys is the epitome of a luxurious getaway. Whether it is the quaintly appointed guest…read morerooms or the delightful library and parlor, each area of this former residence is unique and meticulously maintained. While it is not likely the norm, the owners, Mark & Leslie, met us at the front door, quite literally inviting us into their establishment. It was simply the most welcoming manner in which to be introduced to this treasure and Leslie quickly engaged us with the history of the home and how she and Mark had recently become the owners. We chose this destination based upon the significance of the Fleur-de-lis to my love, a native New Orleanian. Given St. Louis' rich French heritage, the mansion was originally outfitted with four chimneys that feature the fleur-de-lis design and the pattern is repeated throughout the home. While we enjoyed a quiet morning coffee in the back of the property, a lovely shaded patio area, she noticed how many places the symbol was present. She actually made mention to Mark & Leslie that they could make an activity out of counting/finding all of the fleur-de-lis around the home. What a fun idea! We were fortunate enough to book the Tower Grove Park room, a spacious room fitted with a king-size bed and a two-person jacuzzi tub. There is even a 'fainting couch' for that extra French touch! The bed was amazingly comfortable and the decor and accoutrements were exceptional, right down to the pocket doors and writing desk. But a B&B is set apart by the fare served in the morning, and this is where Mark, a chef by trade, and Leslie, a self-taught baker, knock it out of the park. That morning's menu included a fruit starter, fresh juice, Leslie's home-baked sourdough toast and home-baked English muffins, and Mark's egg and sausage soufflés with country potatoes. The entire breakfast had us completely over the moon! We felt so at home that we wanted to clear our own place - so we did! The rates are competitive and well worth every moment spent here. There is parking behind the property, as well as across from the property, and each guest is allowed a unique security code so as to gain entry while you are enjoying your stay. I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed this getaway, and Mark, Leslie, & assistant Sammy made us feel like family from the moment we crossed the threshold. We'll be back - and you should give Fleur-de-Lys a try!

    Where do I begin? Absolutely fabulous, that's where! Wow, what a beautiful historical building…read more From arrival to departure was entirely 5-Stars. Mark, Leslie, and Lilly were all friendly and kind. Never, have I ever, stayed somewhere for the first time, and felt such a warm feeling of being home. Accommodations are historical, elegant, comfortable, and inviting. Service is wonderful kind in the most welcoming and caring way. Breakfast will exceed most high end restaurants. Location is perfect to venture out in any direction. We appreciate our stay at the Fleur-De-Lys Mansion, and highly recommend it as a destination stay spot whenever in St. Louis.

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    The Tower Grove Park Suite is a great choice for that romantic getaway featuring a king bed, loveseat, and two-person Jacuzzi.
    The Tower Grove Park Suite is a great choice for that romantic getaway featuring a king bed, loveseat, and two-person Jacuzzi.
    Interested in sharing conversation or just settling in with a good book.  What better place than the Fleur-de-Lys library!
    Interested in sharing conversation or just settling in with a good book. What better place than the Fleur-de-Lys library!
    The Reservoir Park room is replete with rich tones and expansive views of the historic water tower across the street.

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    The Reservoir Park room is replete with rich tones and expansive views of the historic water tower across the street.

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