This was my first time trying Ethiopian food, and it completely exceeded my expectations. It set…read morethe bar so high, and I already can't wait to come back! We started with the beef sambosa, which had a nice kick of spice and paired perfectly with the dipping sauce. It was such a flavorful start to the meal. We also ordered the Meskerem Combo for two, and it was an incredible value with so many different dishes to try. My favorites were the minchet alecha, the miser alecha, and the doro wat, they paired so well together and were packed with flavor. Every item on the platter was delicious, making it such a fun way to experience Ethiopian cuisine. One of my favorite parts of the meal was how hands-on it was. Sharing everything made it such a fun dining experience, and I'd highly recommend coming with a group of friends or family so everyone can try a little bit of everything. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, the food came out quickly, and I even loved that they're dog-friendly. If you've never had Ethiopian food before, this is the perfect place to start. It definitely set a high standard, and I'll absolutely be back!

This is my brother's favorite restaurant so our family went for his birthday. They came out with…read morebaklava and singing happy birthday in an Ethiopian language, which I thought was so special for them to do. Great spot for vegetarians. We got the vegetarian combo and my mom's favorite was the green beans and carrots. I also liked the dish with carrots, cabbage and potato as well (but everything it comes with is good). One of the dishes on the vegetarian platter we asked to be spicy but we found that it was very mildly spicy. My grandparents were new to the food and got a dish with medium spice and said that it was very spicy for them. It was the chicken tibs I believe. Next time we plan to try the gluten-free bread instead. My mother got it a separate time and said that it tastes the same or better and is a complete protein. We ordered the small coffee to share and it was enough for two of us to refill multiple times they also gave us milk to go with. If you like coffee, I would definitely recommend getting this as it comes on a platter with incense burning and was a very cool authentic experience. They have a coffee ceremony on Saturday from 1 to 5 that I hope to go to in the future. The best spot to sit at is by the window, either one, but the one not by the door is better. The video of the food is from a time we went a couple years ago as I forgot to get a video this time! We will be coming back!

Our first time at Eat Today. the reviews were good so we thought we'd give it a try. We each had a…read moredifferent meal, Lamb, salmon, chicken and vegie plate. Everyone loved their meal. The food was fresh and nicely seasoned. There was a brief delay in getting all dinners out at the same time. Wait staff was pleasant and attentive. We came early so the ambiance was pretty quiet. Overall, enjoyed this and will be back

Delicious, authentic East African food! We started with the flaky lentil sambusas and got both the…read moremeat lovers combo and veggie lovers combo. Everything was so flavorful and lovely. We sat on the patio with our dogs and were still attended to frequently by the loveliest owner. Could not recommend more!

One of my favorite coffee shops in STL! This one is close to work so I pop in frequently. The staff…read moreis so friendly and I love that they make their own syrups. They always have the best seasonal menus too and I love the ambiance. It's perfect for catching up with friends or getting some work done. I love the cozy vibes and it's one of those places where you can go by yourself and not feel alone. I've only tried a couple of pastries from here but next time I will be trying something off the menu!

First time coming to this location (but I've tried Goshen before). The matcha lemonade on their…read morespring menu was super refreshing, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. It's one of those drinks that feels perfect on a warm day. I also tried the avocado toast which was decent but didn't quite stand out. It was fresh and nicely presented but not too memorable. The space itself has a great vibe, nice place to sit and hang out for a bit. The cafe hours are also good, it's hard to find one that doesn't close at 2PM. The drinks really deliver and while the food could be a bit stronger, it's still a spot I'd come back to.

Came with my hubby to celebrate 1 week of following vegetarian diet. Ive seen this restaurant…read morebefore but i found to be a good occasion to celebrate a successful week of no surrender. The restaurant is quiet cool, elegant has vibe of take be back to old days in a modern pattern. Waiters are respectful and pleasant. Braised Escarole: it was light appetizer of braised potatoes, pepper ... flavored with cashew Green Fried Rice: rice was well cooked, right portion, filling Lion's Mane: its really good, i would describe it as "Star Plate" , mushroom cake tasted really good We enjoyed it , it is a soothing way to end Sunday night

Hit up Small Batch last night with some friends. We had a lovely server who was extremely…read moreaccommodating and helpful with the menu. I ordered the linguine. It was great in flavor but honestly too spicy for me. I will caveat this with the fact that I am a super taster and insanely sensitive to spice (in the heat sense, not flavors). My friend ordered the brownie and THAT was delicious. It was quite dense and fudgey. The atmosphere was quite nice and I think I would go back for a cocktail and lighter eats, or just a different dish.

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!

Such a cute little spot in Demun. It is always very lively and the patio is so scenic. There aren't…read morea ton of food options, but the service is always great and the employees are helpful in explaining the menu. Will be back soon!

I love this Kaldi's location and it's a favorite of my husband, who lived in StL for years and…read moreyears. This one is in a historic strip mall near Forest park and is charming and quaint. Staff are very friendly and they have the BEST mocha chip muffins. Noms. I had a breakfast burrito and hot latte and both were delicious. Smoothies here are also wonderful. Note - this location is meat free.