Was really excited to check this place out since it’s got a really cute vibe, and I love a good diner experience. However, when my boyfriend (who is Black) and I went, the service was visibly different from that of the other (all white) patrons. Our waitress, Helen, engaged in conversation with several other tables, checked on them multiple times, and was kind in her interactions. When she came to our table, it was only to take our order and drop off the food silently. We did not get checked on any other time during our visit, until we had finished eating and requested the check. I generally try to be understanding that wait staff are busy and may have their bad days, but we were the only people who received this level of service - so it’s hard to not be concerned over the environment this business cultivates. As for the food, it’s pretty standard diner food, so not much to say other than it’s a good bite if you’re not concerned about the service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Brian Bollier
We love cafe manhattan. We truly miss the Cafe Manhattan that was in south county on Tesson Ferry Road. 😢
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris W
Fun little nostalgic diner! The pepper cheese ravioli is alone worth the trip!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Todd Kiefer
Good food, kid friendly, fantastic service. Kathy was amazing and remembered my kids names. Most kid friendly restaurant in Clayton
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
BRUCE FREIMUTH
Great restaurant! The Cobb Salad is really exceptional.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Craig Summers
Incredibly friendly staff, cute diner aesthetic, and good food with a good price point. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Darla Youngquist
First time going there- placed a large catering order the day before I needed it. Staff was very helpful. Maggie was top notch- offered to deliver the food to our office, and was exactly on time with delivery. Food was hot still- very appreciated! I’ll be bringing coworkers there for sure!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dan Browne
Best burgers in St. Louis! Atmosphere has a vintage vibe with great music and the service is always tip-top….try the handmade milkshakes as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Theresa Biermann
Purchased a dozen donuts online, went to pick them up and was told an employee must have taken them all home and there was nothing they could do. I have to request a refund from the online site and wasted 45 minutes of my day. Not a good first impression at all, won’t be back.
Kathleen
Cafe Manhattan has the best toasted ravioli in town! The veggie pizza is nice and crisp with plenty of fresh veggies. We also enjoyed the milkshakes! It is back to being as good as I remember it being when I went in the 90s!! So happy to see it back to original quality and delicious diner food. The service was also fast and friendly.
Cafe Manhattan gets 5 Stars across the board the food is exceptional, the staff is amazing and the vibe is friendly and the have the best Reuben sandwich in St. Louis .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Patty Melt, Sandwich
Brittany
We absolutely love coming here! The service is always great. Everything we’ve tried has been delicious! The white chicken chili is soo good! The shakes are the best! Thank you for great food with a 1950’s feel! This is our go to place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Whalen
Very good food excellent service very attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rosina Palmer
Really good food....ordered an awesome pizza. Very good service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meredith Burkett
First time customer and it sure won’t be the last! The food was AMAZING! I had the Patty Melt, delicious! The potato soup, excellent! Dad had the milkshake, wonderful; along with his grilled cheese and tomato soup special! 👍. Mom loved the pizza! Kathy is infectious! So friendly, welcoming, and on point! Love the atmosphere! HIGHLY recommend!! Thanks so much for having us!! You’ll be seeing us often! 😀
Was really excited to check this place out since it’s got a really cute vibe, and I love a good diner experience. However, when my boyfriend (who is Black) and I went, the service was visibly different from that of the other (all white) patrons. Our waitress, Helen, engaged in conversation with several other tables, checked on them multiple times, and was kind in her interactions. When she came to our table, it was only to take our order and drop off the food silently. We did not get checked on any other time during our visit, until we had finished eating and requested the check. I generally try to be understanding that wait staff are busy and may have their bad days, but we were the only people who received this level of service - so it’s hard to not be concerned over the environment this business cultivates. As for the food, it’s pretty standard diner food, so not much to say other than it’s a good bite if you’re not concerned about the service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
We love cafe manhattan.
We truly miss the Cafe Manhattan that was in south county on Tesson Ferry Road. 😢
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fun little nostalgic diner!
The pepper cheese ravioli is alone worth the trip!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food, kid friendly, fantastic service. Kathy was amazing and remembered my kids names. Most kid friendly restaurant in Clayton
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great restaurant! The Cobb Salad is really exceptional.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredibly friendly staff, cute diner aesthetic, and good food with a good price point. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time going there- placed a large catering order the day before I needed it. Staff was very helpful. Maggie was top notch- offered to deliver the food to our office, and was exactly on time with delivery. Food was hot still- very appreciated! I’ll be bringing coworkers there for sure!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best burgers in St. Louis! Atmosphere has a vintage vibe with great music and the service is always tip-top….try the handmade milkshakes as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Purchased a dozen donuts online, went to pick them up and was told an employee must have taken them all home and there was nothing they could do. I have to request a refund from the online site and wasted 45 minutes of my day. Not a good first impression at all, won’t be back.
Cafe Manhattan has the best toasted ravioli in town! The veggie pizza is nice and crisp with plenty of fresh veggies. We also enjoyed the milkshakes! It is back to being as good as I remember it being when I went in the 90s!! So happy to see it back to original quality and delicious diner food. The service was also fast and friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Cafe Manhattan gets 5 Stars across the board the food is exceptional, the staff is amazing and the vibe is friendly and the have the best Reuben sandwich in St. Louis .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Patty Melt, Sandwich
We absolutely love coming here! The service is always great. Everything we’ve tried has been delicious! The white chicken chili is soo good! The shakes are the best! Thank you for great food with a 1950’s feel! This is our go to place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good food excellent service very attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good food....ordered an awesome pizza. Very good service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time customer and it sure won’t be the last! The food was AMAZING! I had the Patty Melt, delicious! The potato soup, excellent! Dad had the milkshake, wonderful; along with his grilled cheese and tomato soup special! 👍. Mom loved the pizza! Kathy is infectious! So friendly, welcoming, and on point! Love the atmosphere! HIGHLY recommend!! Thanks so much for having us!! You’ll be seeing us often! 😀
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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