Needed fuel. Got two types. Coffee & Parfait…read more This is your cute neighborhood coffee shop that actually feels like a neighborhood. The locals are here, the laptops are out, and someone is definitely writing a screenplay in the corner. They roast coffee in-house and keep things community focused. Parfait + coffee = I have my life together starter pack or it appears that way anyway.

I really don't get how this place has good ratings. I stopped by today and the whole experience was…read morejust gross. Every table I saw was covered in crumbs and sticky spots, I actually had to grab a napkin and wipe mine down myself because the staff was too busy hanging out behind the counter to care. The service is insanely slow. It took forever just to get a simple coffee, and when my Cole Turkey Stacker finally came out, it was such a letdown. The bread was dry and there was barely any meat on it--definitely not worth what they're charging. To make it worse, the ventilation in there is terrible. I walked out smelling like old, burnt fry oil and the smell is literally stuck in my clothes now. Between the bad food and the lack of basic cleaning, I'm definitely not coming back. There are way better (and cleaner) spots nearby.

Beautiful inside, wonderful friendly and considerate service. Felt very hoity toity lol and the…read morefood was fine but the tea is certainly the star of the show

Made a reservation for my wife and her friends for her 40th. They had a lovely time and had only…read moreexcellent things to say. Apparently, one of the servers is very hunky.

What a cute cafe! Super clean inside with amazing prices. Stopped in to try a matcha. The quality…read morewas okay, still had a bit of an aftertaste but the brown sugar syrup was fabulous! I also loved that they had ready made flower bouquets to buy from a separate seller! Definitely will come back to try a coffee next time.

I enjoyed the coffee more than the matcha here, I am more of a matcha person though. I like that…read morethey are open until later which is great for studying. The staff is really nice and friendly and the drinks are made quickly. It does get a bit busy and seats fill up but it's a big space. I believe they have people play music in there sometimes too.

I got the iced Vietnamese coffee. It was delicious and so smooth! It's a great source of caffiene…read moreif you need an extra kick. I love the atmosphere and the bullentin board with community resources. I recommend everyone check it out! Thanks to the baristas who were so kind and quick!

Too politically charged. 45 minute dine in time limit! It could use a good deep cleaning inside…read more Food was less than desired.

As of 2025, Sump remains my favorite coffee spot in the STL area. I buy their beans to use at home…read moreconsistently and still get a latte every time I'm in the area. They recently had a sticky toffee pudding latte and it was 10/10. Thanks, Sump & team for consistently providing a quality roast! *Fun note, Sump was my first non-Starbucks latte experience, and it truly changed my life.

The place looks very cool. It's more modern with some stools and a wood slab table near the…read moreentrance. I can't speak for any of the other drinks, but the lattes that I've had here (twice now) tasted like it was watered down and didn't have any flavor. The espresso wasn't strong. I went back and tried it for the second time and the coffee had a salty tang when I first start sipping, which teased a good drink, but then when I swallowed there is no flavor whatsoever. It was so weird, I've never had that happen before. You get such a small cup of coffee for $7 and it doesn't have much flavor. I won't be going back, but it has a nice ambiance and maybe some of the other drinks would be worth trying.

Was so good I forgot to take any pictures! I've been to one of the other locations before and was…read moreexcited to see this location was new to the tower grove south area! I stopped in on a cold day to get a coffee for me and my friend. Unfortunately I couldn't stay for food but they have a delicious looking menu. The space is large and seems like a good place to go if you wanted to study or work from it. The food menu looked great and they also have a bunch of cool looking drinks. I kept things simple and ordered two mocha lattes and they were ready pretty quick. They have cute cups and the barista who took my order was so nice! Would love to come here again soon!

Super cute coffee shop -- lots of quirky decor and upbeat music. Seems like a place to hang out,…read morestudy, and just vibe. For reference, I'm a sweet coffee kinda girl (like a glorified dessert in a cup kinda situation) --- like I should call my dentist and schedule an appointment. So, with that in mind, this coffee was on the bitter side for me... Overall, I recommend giving it a try! (:

I've been twice now and really like it! Super cute spot with the friendliest workers. Last time I…read morecame I got a cortado and I'm always impressed at how good these baristas are at latte art (it's harder than it looks). It tasted great and when we accidentally stayed until they closed they were super nice in letting us know that they weren't open any more.

I got in on Sunday morning at the perfect time for a dip in how busy it was, and I mean perfect…read morebecause things picked right back up after I came in. I was very excited that they sold their own coffee as I love grabbing beans when I visit a city. I opted for their sampler pack that has such sweet packaging; each looks like a mailed package, and the bundle is tied & wax stamped. Perfect for someone getting into junk journaling! I chose a latte with their panela syrup. Panela is an unrefined cane sugar, similar to brown sugar but with caramel notes as well. With the temperature drop on Sunday, it was the perfect comfort flavor, and I'd easily drink it throughout the cold months and then still come back for it in an iced coffee. The staff were very friendly and welcoming; the barista who took my order also gave me helpful tips on the different beans that came in my chosen bundle. The space is small and can get easily crowded, so if you're looking for a work spot it would be good to come secure a place early.

My husband and I went for a Saturday brunch. He had the BEC-a bacon, egg and cheddar sandwich with…read morehomemade chips and I had the hummus toast with salad. Both were really good, I gotta confess, I kept stealing his chips. The restaurant is small, cute, and quirky with a very friendly vibe. Our food tasted great and there were so many other things on the menu that I'd like to try I'm looking forward to going back.

This was a very cute brunch spot for breakfast…read more Unfortunately, during my visit, my party had a poor experience with their customer service. One guest in my party had a food allergy and informed the waitress. And when the food was brought out, their food included an item that they were allergic to. The waitress brought the item back to the kitchen, and we could audibly hear the chef in the kitchen, making remarks about the food being returned. And that it's the customers responsibility to inform the staff of allergies (which we had done). There was no compensation or apology given for this poor service experience and miscommunication. This was a very unfortunate experience because the food and other items we tried were very delicious. I hope in the future they will provide a better experience, especially for guests who have food allergies.

We stopped in for coffee and pastries. They have a good selection of GF and/or Vegan treats…read more I ordered an iced latte and a strawberry/white chocolate scone. They were both delicious and the staff was helpful in providing info.

I can't rave enough about Fiddlehead Fern Cafe. Hands down my favorite cafe city-wide right now…read more Customer service is amazingly hospitable. Because the spot is not ginormous; staff can actually get to know customers. It makes my day when I am recognized by name & recommendations are given based on my regular ordering habits. Small touches like this keep me coming back. Of course the food & drinks are stellar. My favorites are the smashed avocado toast and Sherry vinegar soup. Having oat milk as an option for my cortado is another WIN! The serene ambiance is warm & inviting. Very simplistic and easy to work space. Plenty of outdoor seating to accommodate those wanting to stretch out or bring your four legged friends along for a day at the cafe. Clearly I'm a regular but I'm also a fan. Keep it up! ~Christy

After trying to have brunch at a few other spots unsuccessfully due to sucky parking or ridiculous…read morewait times, I returned to my standby! And I was not disappointed. No long lines or wait time! My breakfast and espresso were delicious! I had a macchiato and the Mudslinger (black bean chili, potatoes topped with over-medium eggs), with a side of bacon (of course). Bacon makes everything better! I found a quiet spot near the windows and enjoyed my meal.

Came with a friend on a Saturday and was worried it would be too busy to find a table but we were…read moreable to find one right away and didn't have too long of a wait in the line. We got both drinks and food. I got the Apple grilled cheese and espresso tonic. The sandwich was soo good and the espresso tonic was so refreshing. The patio seating was nice. It's street parking and the patio has uneven bricks. Super cute though and would come again.