50 Best Cafes in St. Louis

“Delicious smoothies friendly service thank you 😊“

“One of my all-time favorite restaurants for lunch or pizza take-out. My top picks: little gem salad, toscano or trout sandwich, blueberry lemon soda, and soft pretzel with butter. For dinner, their pepperoni and spinach pizzas are my faves. Their chocolate chip cookies are also amazing!“

“Love it! Food and atmosphere is great! We will definitely be back!“

“Attended a church conference in St. Louis and was recommended to check out this spot for some really good coffee — and it did not disappoint! ☕️ The coffee was delicious, and the staff were so friendly and helpful. We loved it so much that we placed an order to have their coffee shipped to our home! Bonus — you can even choose your grind. This will definitely be our new go-to coffee shipment! 💛“

“Glad I found out about this place-smoked salmon bagel and mocha frappe were so good. Can't wait to go back!“

“we love this place! I've tried a few different teas, and so has my teenage daughter. I'm not a boba fan but she is, and they have something for everyone. got the pumpkin cream Halloween special today and I am IN love!“

“amazing owners who adopted a shelter dog with a horrible start to life“

“Our family loved it. It’s a cute little place with delicious (and aesthetically pleasing)treats, and the employee was very friendly. There are tables, seating for 2 mostly, and K-pop which my daughter also loved. We’ll definitely return!“

“We went yesterday after a hot but wonderful trip to the zoo. When I tell you the staff was probably the most amazing people I’ve ever come in contact with…I would not be lying! They were beyond friendly & sweet which is the best to encounter when you’re a tourist! The ice cream was top notch & I can’t stop raving about! Thank you for a great sweet treat ❤️“

“a great place for friends to game, professional team building, you name it. loved it there. the art deco interior is beautiful.“

“My daughter and I have been meaning to try it- and it was so delicious!! The food was freshly cooked, portions were large and the taste was authentic and flavorful. Don’t miss this hidden gem on Gravois!“

“Elegant, beautiful venue for a bridal tea. 💕“

“Their Earl Grey tea is the best tea I’ve ever had! It was SO yummy- not too strong and oh so flavorful! Tea Perfection.“

“this is a wonderful place to eat i love it very beautiful vibe and very clean and neat and relaxing I love it yes go check this place out yall it's my new go to forever“

“We had UKraft cater lunch sandwiches for my daughter’s “day-of getting ready”. They arrived at the hotel right on time, included plates & napkins, sandwiches were warm and so tasty! Great experience overall and highly recommend! Thank you.“

“Terrible name! Damn fine suggests these are just NORMAL pies when, in fact, they must be the BEST pies in all of STL.

That chorizo sandwich is one of the best things I have ever eaten.

Is it too much to uproot my entire family just so I can eat this every weekend!? I wish I could give this 7 stars.“

“I have gone through all of the skillets twice and have had several three, four or even five times. Absolutely GREAT! Everyone!! And the wait staff? INCREDIBLE!!!“

“we have been here a few times since we moved up here in October and it is one of our absolute favorite spots. we drive 30min to come here even though we have plenty of closer shops. ❤️❤️“

“Terrible parking but great food.“

“Such a neat coffee shop and the avocado toast is amazing. Love the outdoor seating.“

“I love the various options. The food is amazing. The interior is beautiful and clean. Staff is friendly. The price point is worth the quality and experience!“

“Had a wonderful experience! Delicious coffee and nice staff!“

“We went here after seeing it on Netflix Fresh, Fried and Crispy. Let me begin by saying I am not vegan, I just love food. It did not disappoint! The chikn tasted like real chicken. The crispy breading was golden and flavorful and the fries were amazing! They were sprinkled in a spice blend that wasn't over powering.

Even if you're not vegan, I would highly recommend checking this place out.“

“I have gone three times and tried the authentic Korean dishes I have been wanting close to home for so long. I love the foos and I can’t wait when new items appear.“

“My family has been going to OR for close to 15 years? Since they were at the original shop over in Clayton by the Schnucks.

I am SO EXCITED that they are moving close to my house in the Affton area. Just this morning (May 8, 2026) I checked at the new location and saw three signs on the windows with new shop hours and a couple of phone numbers! YAY!!!“

“Amazing food, atmosphere, service, great quality and quantity for what you pay for and the dessert section is huge! My new favorite place“

“Enjoyed Sunday Brunch!!!!“

“Zoe and drake we super kind and helpful. Made me a Iced Vanilla Latte and Blueberry muffin. 10/10 would recommend any day of the week.“

“Seedz has gained a loyal fan base in their beautiful little neighborhood. Vegan delights created seasonally with local ingredients are so delicious! Dedicated, friendly staff. Ssshhhh! best kept secret in town!!“

“First time going and loved the vibe/decore!!! Met the owner and so enjoyed her and the hospitality!!! Definitely will be going back!! The food/drinks/music was so enjoyable!!!“

“Everyone is so friendly, the sandwiches are AMAZING, and there are games/puzzles for the little ones. This place is going to be our new go-to.“

“cold brew and a chocolate chip cookie!“

“Really nice place with a great meeting space and gallery space. I’m“

“Great food, clean fast and affordable. Love the service. I will be back“

“Really good tikka Masala and flaky parathar!“

“This place has amazing pastries!“

“They Have BEST cakes, sweets. Love it. Boss is the best she trying the best of the time. Love her.“

“Beautiful place. Excited to try their night time cocktail hour.“

“Great family atmosphere! Excellent fine dining.“

“My wife and I always start our Saturday market shopping here. No better way to start than with a Bloody Mary, Pomegranate Margarita or both! Always friendly and quick, makes you want to stop back by to grab one for your walk home. Saturday morning Soulard tradition.“

“All I can say is WOW! The food is awesome, the place is clean and fun and the people there are so friendly! My fav is the buffalo chicken wrap with a chocolate smoothie! Will be going back for sure!“

“The food is delicious!!! Best Cesar salad I have ever had! And the chocolate chip cookie was so good as a desert!“

“Amazing owner! So sweet and personable. I forgot my phone in the bathroom and she came three hours after closing to help me get it. We live out of state and were panicking. Absolutely grateful. She also makes amazing looking cupcakes!“

“⚠️ 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ⚠️ 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮'𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀. 𝗧𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲, 𝘄𝗲 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹: 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮'𝘀 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀. 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟰 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲. 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿. 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘆, 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺..!!“

“I eat here often bbq tips are fire, chili 🔥and the potato salad is off the chain. Go find out for yourself. You get your money worth“

“Was a very chill dive bar. Was a bit disappointed that they weren’t playing the piano but nonetheless, had great service and everyone was friendly“

“I like the variety of meals they offer. The “right bites” meals are usually very solid. I appreciate that they started offering more high-protein options for those with stricter diets. My only suggestion is that they should offer condiment packets outside of the package so we can pick based off of personal preferences.“

“Not going to lie, I walked in for the first time tonight, and it was the best aroma I’ve smelled in an Asian restaurant in a long time! I knew it was going to be fantastic… and I was not disappointed! Food was on point. Pad See Yew was incredible, and the curry potstickers we delicious. 10/10 would recommend and will be back. 😋“

“Ate at Cafe Smoke Shack recently. The food was fantastic. Service was excellent and our waiter was very attentive. Giant portions, well prepared & we were all extremely pleased with our meal. "Stan, Matt & Marlowe were charming and cordial to all. The owner (Matt/Chef) is one of the nicest and most hospitable folks you'll ever want to meet. Truly cares about his customers. Stay clear of Bill... Why you ask? He was a smug, rude & a disingenuous individual. Brought in six (6) people & spent over $300.00 with no other customers dining that day. He acted like he did us a favor. All of the other employees were wonderful.“