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The Boardwalk Cafe

3.8 (219 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Teresa R.

Terrific little down home Breakfast spot. Perfect for a quick stop while shopping or meeting with old friends. Tucked away in a shopping strip in the beginning of Old Webster district. Food was hot and seasoned. The restaurant was packed on a late morning week day but tables and service were quick and attentive. The only thing that kept them from 5 stars is the lack of ventilation or maybe no hoods in the back of the house. Will definitely return.

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Cassandra S.

The cutest cafe! We love all their food, large menus plenty of options and great staff! A must try!

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Stacy L.

Food was good. Service was ok. Honestly I felt a bit out of place. Not sure that I would go back. It wasn't a bad experience, it just wasn't great.

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Ellie B.

The service and food was fast and quick and the ambiance was nice, I don't have much complaints but after I ate my meal my stomach began to hurt. I don't know if I just got a bad meal or all the foods are like this.

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Claudine J.

First time coming to this dinner. I wouldn't necessarily consider this a cafe. It's def more of a dinner type feel w/o the stools at counter lol. Or an upscale Denny's . Regardless...you sit where you want which was awkward for someone coming in for the first time and everyone just looks at you until a staff tells you "sit anywhere you like". But!!!! The ladies here are all friendly, they look happy to be there and they have regulars from what I could hear (there's no music ...you can hear all the conversations around you ). The menu....so many options to pick from and the portions are very generous and pricing...well I haven't seen them that low since before Covid lol. Husband and I each ordered food, order of biscuits and gravy bc it's a must wherever I go, and two drinks and our bill was $34. We haven't seen our bill that low in a long time! The hashbrowns were cooked perfectly, crispy but not crunchy or oily. My Greek omelette was sooo good!! The biscuits and gravy....well I'm picky and always looking for the perfect gravy and this gravy was just your basic gravy...but the biscuits must've been made from scratch bc the outside were crisp and the inside so light and not dense. Actually loved their biscuits. In conclusion, I highly recommend this place for any one looking for a chill, not over priced, but good breakfast place. I def will be back to try other omelette with biscuits to go .

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Kenneth S.

The Boardwalk cafe has everything you need for a good breakfast spot. Nothing too fancy, but it has a lot of character. When we walked in, the place was filled! Took us about 5 minutes to get a seat. Coffee, omelet, hash browns, and toast is what I had. Nothing over the top, but I liked the vibe. If you're looking for a local spot who does the basics right, they've got you covered!

Veggie skillet  w added avocado.
Kathleen A.

I had the vegetable skillet (minus peppers) w added fresh avocados. It was delish! Tge servers are always so helpful and nice. The kitchen does a great job preparing food that is tasty and satisfying. Great little neighborhood joint with a homey feel. Check out the hours.... They close at 3p

Boardwalk skillet, added spinach. So good! My son had big fluffy pancakes!

Great food. Great service. Inexpensive! It was a tough decision as there were lots of good things on the menu. Perfect sunny side up eggs and big fluffy pancakes!

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Lexi M.

Wow. Wow. Wow. Best. Hash browns. Ever! We came here due to local and it looked like a great breakfast spot. Right when we walked up you could see all the waitresses having conversations with all the regulars here. Everyone was so nice and just on top of everything! The menu has choices for everyone and is priced very fair. I ordered the Popeye omelette and my fiancé ordered the Arch Skillet. The food was so good but the hash browns were absolutely AMAZING! The flavor was top notch. The cook on them was absolutely perfect. I will be coming back here for the service and food but the hash browns are the best hash browns I've ever had! I asked the waitress if they made them a special way and she said "no, but next time you should try the fries!" Well I will be back again and again but it will be the tough decision between breakfast or lunch!

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Excellent service. Delicious food. Very homey feel. Love to help local businesses. Our server told us many customers come in daily.

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The skillets are unbeatable and unbelievable. They can also feed a small family for a week. Even the plain old pancakes are fantastic!

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I had the cheeseburger. It was so delicious! Our server was awesome! Everything was great!!

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Love this place! And prices are still pre covid and they are not screwing you!! FOOD IS AWESOME

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Excellent, classic midwest-style diner atmosphere and food. Frequently very busy but the staff are welcoming and friendly.

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Great service! Food is tasty! .

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Great local spot for an amazing meal. Dropped in for Brunch and left highly satisfied. Looking forward to returning for more.

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Olive + Oak

Olive + Oak

4.5
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1.2 mi
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While a friend of mine was in town visiting, we met up for a quick little HH at O+O and it was…read moreperfection. We arrived right when they opened at 4 pm and were seated right away on the patio. Was it strange to be some of the first guests to arrive? Yes. But it was also nice to have the full attention of our server who was great! He told us all about the specials and talked us through some of the drinks that he enjoys. Since I shared that I was not currently drinking alcohol, he made a few mocktail recommendations and I loved how he was able to "sell" them to me. I went with a class G&T mocktail and my friend went with a mezcal drink based on his recommendations. We also ordered 2 of the apps to just have at the table while we chatted. The mocktail I had really did hit the spot and my friend really enjoyed her cocktail as well. The hummus we ordered witht he veggies was so good and we also had a potato app that was truly such a unique flavor with creme fraiche and walnuts. Honestly, it was so good I want to go back and order it again! I really enjoyed this HH and know that I need to visit again for the actual dinner menu one day.

Found this little gem in Webster Groves....great location, groovy & upbeat vibe, fantastic…read morecocktails, plus excellent food. I'd recommend if you're going with a party, share a bunch of the plates. Pizza is solid...crust is wood fired, sauce is perfect and unique creations make for a special type of pizza. Had the morel mushroom pasta (a special selection), the Brussel sprouts as an app, broccolini, a salad and it was perfect. Don't forget the bread & olive oil...it is to die for. Plenty of unique and crafty libations tie the entire experience all together. Place is busy on a Saturday night, so recommend a reservation. I'll be back over and over again. Nice work to the team at this hip place!

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Dining room
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Pioneer Bakery Cafe

Pioneer Bakery Cafe

4.6
(115 reviews)
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Great spot to grab a sweet treat and a coffee. My mom and I wanted a coffee after lunch before…read moreheading to the mall. We wanted to support local, so this was a perfect fit! I also love that this space aims to provide front/ back of house skills for adults with intellectual disabilities. We went in the afternoon, so a lot of bakery items were sold out (good sign). They had full size gooey butter cakes and pre wrapped items ready to, so definitely keeping that in mind. They also had their famous smile cookies (I've been eating them since I was a kid). They have a full ice cream bar in here (had no idea) which is great to add to the sweet treat line up. My coffee was great (iced latte) and the service was also good. Parking can be tricky in downtown Kirkwood (if you know you know) but we scored a lucky spot on the street right outside. Check it out!

More people should patronize Pioneer Bakery in downtown Kirkwood. It's far more than a bakery,…read morealthough their baked goods are great. Their breakfast/brunch options are solid! My favorite is the three-meat burrito which comes packed with scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, ham and cheese, with sour cream and salsa on the side. Also on the side... a huge portion of their breakfast potatoes, which are whole skin-on smashed potatoes that have a heavenly combo of crispy exteriors and creamy interiors. All together it's a meal and then some, with plenty left over for tomorrow's breakfast. Fast and friendly service, and I their mission of providing training for adults with physical disabilities. Give them a try!

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Hatch'd

Hatch'd

4.7
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The wait time was definitely crazy. I called at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 3rd, to add three people…read moreto the waitlist, and we weren't seated until 12:58 p.m. After eating, though, I completely understood why! The food was absolutely amazing. Everything we ordered was seasoned to perfection and cooked exceptionally well. The only downside was my margarita. I ordered a margarita but wasn't told it was a spicy margarita, so it wasn't what I was expecting. Thankfully, our waiter had no problem replacing it, and the second one was much better. Overall, the food, service, and experience made the wait worth it. I highly recommend Hatch'd!

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.

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Atmosphere at the bar seats
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The Parkmoor

The Parkmoor

4.1
(147 reviews)
1.2 mi
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Stopped here while we were visiting from out of town. It was SO good!…read more Some of the best pretzel bites and onion rings we've had in a while. Our kiddos loved their food and I had a great burger. It is kid-friendly but not lame. Haha. We had an excellent server(I think his name was James)! Prompt service and was very attentive. They also have a snow cone bar that was a super fun touch. Highly recommend.

Stopped in for Saturday breakfast. Greeted and seated promptly…read more James came over and introduced himself and got our drink order. Returned with our drinks and took our order. I wanted to add red pepper and subtract the mushrooms and cheese from the veggie omelette, James was very nice and made sure he could accomodate. Food came out quickly; my potatoes came out with parm on top. James was quick to remedy the situation, leaving me with the omelet and having the potatoes redone. He was great, I hadn't asked for no cheese and didn't realize the potatoes came that way. Omelet was thick and fluffy with lots of veggie filling, I was surprised the peppers where pimentos but I love pimentos so I loved the omelette. He returned the potatoes minus the parm and they were delicious! Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Check out was quick and easy and we are on our way. Love the atmosphere and service and the food is great!

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Just inside the Parkmoor
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Perennial on Lockwood

Perennial on Lockwood

4.3
(185 reviews)
1.2 mi
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So...I just had the best dinner with my dad at this restaurant. We actually stumbled into this…read moreplace solely because Olive + Oak didn't have any bar seats open for us, but honestly, I am so glad it happened that way! We were seated with our wonderful server, Nina (I believe). She was friendly, chatty, and very knowledgeable about the menu and restaurant itself. My dad and I started with drinks off the cocktail menu...I got a spicy marg (I don't remember the exact name), and he got a traditional margarita. My spicy marg was fabulous! It had a little heat, but it wasn't overwhelming. My dad unfortunately had a mix-up with his drink, but once we let Nina know, she happily made him the right one. It was also delicious! For food, we had the chicken wings, which were incredible!!!! They're crispy, spicy, delicious, and they will absolutely be devoured again someday soon. We also had a house side salad and split the hot dog. The hot dog deserves an entire post of its own. Holy smokes. It is crunchy, smoky, juicy, sweet, deliciousness....if you are a hot dog fan, you HAVE to try this. I will absolutely be back to try their french onion soup and grilled cheese on a cooler day. That's a threat and a promise.

I really enjoy visiting Perennial on Lockwood, and I'm so glad my friends and I planned a happy…read morehour there a few weeks ago! I was honestly surprised at how busy it was when we arrived at 4pm on a Thursday. I wasn't expecting that kind of crowd, but thankfully I had made a reservation, so we were able to get seated right away. As much as I would've loved to sit on the patio, it didn't look like anything was available, although if you can snag a patio table, I'd definitely recommend it. Inside was packed, with quite a few larger groups as well. Our table was right in the middle of the restaurant, so we had a good view of everything going on. It was loud, but in a fun, lively way. Our server was really friendly and quick. She checked in on us often and gave some helpful recommendations. We ordered drinks and a couple of apps to share, and she left us a full bottle of cold water, which was such a nice touch. We got the pretzel monkey bread, french fries (the best) and the artichoke bean dip. We weren't planning to stay for dinner, just wanted some snacks. The food came out fast and honestly looked too good to wait on. I loved the monkey bread, the pretzel bites had a great crisp to them, and the sauces they served with it were really good. The bean dip was good too, just not as much my thing since I'm not a big fan of dill, so I left most of that for everyone else. Once we wrapped up, we were able to split the check and head out pretty quickly. I really appreciate places that still make it easy to split checks, and even more when you can just pay right at the table with those handheld POS devices.

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Hostess station
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Nice open space
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Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria -Rock Hill

Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria -Rock Hill

4.2
(1.1k reviews)
1.9 mi
$$

Terrific pizza, food and service! They have plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. Most of the…read moreoutdoor seating is under the cover of a tent. Their menu was refreshed since my last visit and I asked about their Famous Fried Artichokes when I didn't see it listed. The waiter said they can still make it so I had to order one. Katie's Gin Martini $18 - Refreshing and strong. Fried Artichokes $19 - The artichokes look like deep fried roses and were delicious on a bed of ricotta cheese. You get 4 artichokes, which is a bit steep when you calculate them at almost $5 each. Huckleberry Burrata $21 - The variety of food on this plate was good and there was plenty of food to share. Ezzo Pepperoni Pizza $23 - There is no red sauce on this pizza, the crust is nice and thin, and it was loaded with mini pepperoni. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

What a wonderful Sunday night dinner! We tried a variety of both seasonal offerings and permanent…read moremenu items. The restaurant was accommodating of pescatarian/vegetarian dietary restrictions, with our server recommending several options we did not even have to modify. Katie's Pizza Rock Hill has a decent sized patio out front with plenty of seating, plants, and string lights. Inside is a minimal, upscale dining area with a full bar specializing in craft cocktails and ample wine selection. We tried their Merry Christmas Watermelon Cocktail and it definitely lives up to the hype! Great place for date night, meeting friends, or an upscale night out with the family!

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Calabrian Kale Caesar
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Songbird

Songbird

4.7
(624 reviews)
4.3 mi
$$

Songbird is the Dolly Parton of St. Louis breakfast: bigger stage, brighter lights, same voice…read more I've followed this operation since it was a sandwich pop-up at the Tower Grove Farmers' Market, through the brick-and-mortar in The Grove, and now into its larger home in Tower Grove South. The quality has not wavered once. I ordered what I always order: The Combo (fried eggs, maplewood smoked bacon, cheese, brioche toast), extra egg, extra bacon. Most kitchens treat a fried egg as binary (runny or ruined). Songbird has mastered the middle register: lacy edges with a yolk that stays glossy and intact right up until the first bite. I ordered them over hard, and they came out a bit closer to over medium, but they were just as good as I wanted them to be. The bacon carries real smoke. This is a decadent sandwich, big enough that half of it would make a light breakfast; I wasn't remotely hungry after one, the second half was indulgent. The service made the move too. The hostess still recognizes returning customers, and the bigger room finally lets the dining experience breathe. The service at the table could have been a little warmer as we've had it the past, but it is still professional. I was there with two close college buddies, one of whom declared his latte excellent. I keep meaning to get adventurous with the menu, but it is genuinely hard to find a bacon, egg, and cheese toasted this perfectly, and I'd go twice in one day if given the opportunity. 4.8 A full five arrives the day when I can arrive first thing on a Saturday without a 30 minute wait, honestly, it's hard to get a reservation here because of its popularity. Good for them. Cheers to you, Songbird. Dolly would be proud

*Not accessible *Not kid friendly…read more This location has a lot of improvements to be made. The menu is bland and they deter you from making modifications. I wanted my toast's jam to be on the side and they said no. It was a thick tasteless brick without the jam. The items are not as traditional for a breakfast spot, and when I asked the server what they were known for she said the drinks.... They also run a tight turnaround time so they will make you feel uncomfortable when its time to clear your table and pay the bill because they will tell you the next reservation is in 5minutes. The plates were all different and my guest who got a sandwich had her food come out in a plastic fry basket instead of the nicer plates. Odd. As I mentioned earlier, they are not kid friendly as they don't have a kids menu or kid friendly items like fruit and pancakes. We ordered a side of avocado and chicken sausage as those were the safest for us. Also there are no changing tables in the restrooms. Accessibility note: the entrance is a giant multi-slope and 1 turn ramp into a cramped lobby. The men's restroom is the only one on the main floor and female restroom is tucked far in the backroom inaccessible due to a steep step in the back. It is not wheelchair or walker friendly.

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Songbird
Huevos rancheros with chorizo and avocado
Huevos rancheros with chorizo and avocado
Songbird latte

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