We were looking for a treat around Edwardsville today & Yelp "surprise me" feature selected Cafe…read moreBirdie for us - so glad it did! I had the gluten free lemon lavender donut & a vanilla latte - both were great! My husband had a scone he enjoyed & lemonade that was very freshly squeezed. Service was prompt and friendly - you order up at the counter. Lots of GF options, no upcharge for oat milk, gender neutral bathroooms, cozy seating both indoor and outdoor on the patio, self serve water station.

I live really close to Cafe Birdie and have been wanting to check it out forever, but I never…read moreseemed to be free during their open hours. Pro tip: definitely check their hours before you go--and honestly, just plan your day around it because it's that good. I was expecting your typical little coffee-and-sandwich spot, but it completely exceeded my expectations. They have a couple of parking spaces behind the building, and if those are full, there's a free lot about 500 feet down the road. It was pretty busy at lunchtime. You order at the counter, and they bring everything to your table. There's a mix of indoor and outdoor seating in various sizes, and the decor is adorable. I especially loved the maps--they make great conversation starters. I noticed several tables pointing out places they'd visited and swapping travel stories. The menu has a nice variety. I ordered the chicken salad on ciabatta with a side salad. The chicken salad had a strong dill flavor that I really enjoyed, and the ciabatta was perfectly fresh--not too tough. Next time, I'll probably pick a different side since the salad was basically just lettuce. If there was any dressing, it was super light, so I ended up adding some of the lettuce into my sandwich. The surprise standout, though, was the lavender lemonade--a total sleeper hit. It was scorching hot that day, and I wanted something refreshing, so I ordered it on a whim. Honestly, it was the best lemonade I've ever had. I don't usually find myself making a special trip to a café just for lemonade, but here I am. I'm not sure if it's seasonal, but I really hope it sticks around.

excellent food and drinks! bartenders were spot on with recommendations! absolutely going back!read more

Tucked into a corner, this is a great eatery. Lovely choice of cocktails and other spirits. I had a…read morecaramel apple mule. Saw our couple of lavender lemon drop martinis and a bramble punch on our table. The truffle fries are a must try/devour as are the sprouts. I had a caesar salad for my main. The menu isn't terribly gluten friendly but sprouts, caesar, and a cocktail are a pretty elite combo. The inside is nice with lots of wood, glass, and textures. Our server was friendly and attentive.

I've been here a few times and have really loved it, usually I like to sit a little bit if I have…read moretime, it's usually very quiet and nice inside. I had a few errands so I was satisfied to grab a few things to start my day! I usually get the hot mocha, it was out very fast! Service is always amazing, they bring your drink right out to you & never get your order mixed up. Less than 5 minutes I got my drink, super delicious if you ever get the chance to try I also got a new food items, the pecan sticky bun & raspberry muffin looked too good to resist! I'm also a big fan of the 'day old pastries box' because I do try to cut costs when I can it's only $7 & I love the idea of getting a surprise! They're always delicious and taste like they were made that morning. I can tell they use real, quality ingredients for their food. I have issues sometimes with gluten and certain processed breads, but I really enjoy being able to have something sweet without all the extra junk! I got out with spending about $25, pretty good deal and better quality than most places! I like to support small/individual businesses when I can, I really believe you do get a better experience and product. My favorite place to go to for coffee in Edwardsville, so if you're looking for great coffee with great service, take a look at this place, you won't regret it! support small business

Within the last month, Sacred Grounds has had a change in ownership. For some that is sad news, but…read morethe good news is that the new owners so far have been keeping the same high quality service and products. My recent visit was to take part of Javapalooza being sponsored by Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau. When it's warm outside, I enjoy my coffee iced. My go to is, Vanilla Honey Latte with whole milk. If you're having a latte, why not go whole hog and enjoy that whole milk. The rich fullness of whole milk, adds to the flavor. Looking at their pastry case, it was hard for me to choose. However, once my eyes saw the Pizza Scone, I wanted a savory treat over a sweet. The scone was full of flavor, but a little on the dry side. After a couple bites, the dryness did not bother me, because the flavor was so good. Scared Grounds is located on the Main drag in downtown Edwardsville, so next time you're in town, be sure to stop by.

One of the best diners ever. Sadly they are closing. A good model for the area and a good example…read morefor others to follow.

The Country Inn is probably one of the greatest diners in all of Illinois! They have everything you…read morecould want: Burgers, breakfast, chicken (which is absolutely incredible), and much more. Everything is to die for here with fresh baked dessert to top it all off The Country Inn is a must on any road trip or night out when you don't want to cook. You NEED to stop!

This has been a favorite Edwardsville restaurant of ours for many years. Today was our first visit…read moreto this new location, which is stunning. Dined here today for lunch but must return for happy hours and enjoy the beautiful bar area. Food is still incredible and service outstanding.

We will be going back if we are back in that area…read more There is plenty of parking in the lots around the restaurant. We made reservations ahead of time and were seated right away when we arrived. The waitress was great. They bring out a herb bread with butter. We ordered the bone marrow and crab cakes to start off. Both were good. Caesar salad was also good. Do not order the french onion soup. It was the worst we have ever eaten. It was basically perfectly clean bowl with a light brown liquid and dried up croutons and tried to melt a cheese in it. Tasted horrible and was not hot/warm. Okay now back to the good. Steaks were fabulous - top 10 for sure. Lobster tail was good and the asparagus was cooked perfect. Dessert was good but the creme brûlée was in a really shallow dish. Wish the dish was bigger/deeper. There was some kind of peanut butter chocolate dessert that was phenomenal- yummy! The inside was nice and not too loud. We will definitely go back minus the soup.

Service always friendly and helpful Food is simple tho it is…read morereally good Servings are plentiful, seems we always have some to take home Daily lunch specials and senior menu are great values Taking home a slice or two of pie is a must Would recommend

A return visit on a carefree Wednesday afternoon! Upon arrival into the restaurant, your eyes were…read moredrawn to their nice dessert case. They have daily specials with affordable prices. I ordered the catfish with green beans and a cup of Vegetable Beef Barley soup, for which I tasted an unknown spice that did not suit my palate well. Green beans were lightly seasoned with onion and tiny pieces of ham. Hubby had the fried chicken with French fries and Cole slaw. Overall, we enjoyed a delicious hot meal with very friendly and accommodating employees! It's worth the stop!! P.S. Their iced tea was delicious and strong!

Really good experience. Service was quick, friendly and great overall. Smoke on the water chicken…read morethigh sliders had a ton of flavor, very good! Bourbon selection is great overall! Ill be back

Tasty food in a cool space! We visited on a Friday night and were immediately welcomed and seated…read more The server was friendly and helpful. Barstools were mostly taken, but plenty of seating was available nearby. The on-tap menu included some common local craft beers and AB products. A table tent promoted Fireball shots, so I knew the place wasn't stuffy! The cocktail menu leaned toward trendy-sweet concoctions, with Skrewball martinis and the like. Most were $8-12, which is very reasonable for this area. The whiskey menu actually included prices (which every bar should do!) it was a respectable list. Food portions are massive! A burger and sandwich were too tall to really bite into, but utterly delicious. I got through half of mine before requesting a box. We both chose Greek fries, which didn't seem particularly Greek (they may have had a sprinkle of cheese) but were hot and crispy.

Wow, this place completely exceeded our expectations! The food and drinks were incredible, but the…read moreservice truly made the experience stand out. I also loved the atmosphere, upscale food without feeling stuffy or pretentious. It felt like the kind of place you could walk into dressed casually and still enjoy an amazing dining experience. From the moment we sat down, our waitress was fantastic. Since it was our first time visiting, we were welcomed with complimentary deviled eggs, which were absolutely delicious. And the cocktails? Perfectly crafted and easily some of the best we've had in a while. We're already looking forward to coming back. Thank you for helping make our anniversary feel so special!

Food is 10/10. Big plus for having vegetarian options or being able to modify dishes to be…read morevegetarian. It's one of a very few places in the area that isn't a chain, isn't just burgers and pizza, and also isn't pretentious or overpriced. The service is always friendly and knowledgeable. We've been there at least ten times and only once was the service slow. It was an anomaly because they're usually really on top of things. Ambiance is a friendly, but upscaled downtown cafe/bar place that is perfect for taking out-of-towners or a fun brunch with the ladies. (They have a separate brunch menu on Saturdays!) I don't drink, so I can't comment on their drink selections. I'm taking away a star because the parking situation is annoying, especially during construction. There is street parking or a huge parking lot in the back. However, the back parking lot is a terrible hodgepodge of concrete and asphalt and a gazillion potholes and no super clear direction on how to get to the restaurant. Some signage would go a long way in helping customers to not only find parking, but once parked, to them navigate back to the little crevice where the back door is located. The back porch is located behind a larger portion of the structure and you can't see it from the parking lot. Additionally, if you have anyone in your party with mobility issues, it's next-to-impossible to park near enough to the door to make a difference. The handicapped parking spots are 40 yards away from the back door. All that said, we will def go back because there's nothing else like it in the area.

The service was fast . The server was nice and polite and quick with bringing back the food . I was…read morenot too find of the Apple pie because it was very tart and I'm keen to sweet apples.

First off - the pie and the staff, amazing! The facilities are clean and it's very country cozy…read more I wasn't terribly impressed with the food. It's quite possible it was just dish I had (open faced roast beef), but it was stop worthy on its own. The pies are though!

Everything on their menu is delicious but make sure you try their soups. I enjoyed the beef barley…read moretoday and it was AMAZING!

LOVE teaspoons. It's such an underrated tea room in the area. Way better prices than the local tea…read morerooms in stl, but not the traditional experience. Every tea I've ever had here has been off the charts. They have caffeine free options, too! The teapot for two is excellent. I am a sucker for a pick two because I like a lil diversity. The ceasar salad is great. Big fan of the teaspoon pesto sandwich. My partner raves about the chicken croissant and always gets a side salad with olive oil. The workers are nice. Its seat yourself with a number and they clear the table when you're finished. Easy place to bring kids. Plenty of options for seating! Personally love the booth option.