Kaldi's Coffee on Skinker

Even upon opening, service is prompt, servers are alert and friendly, the environment is clean and the ambiance is morning friendly. Music is appropriate and not overwhelming. Great start to my full day of training My Sunday Braunch place is now my weekend friend when training in STL. 💯👍🏿🤗 #iCelebrateU365 💚🌿💜

We stopped here on our way back to Iowa after attending a wedding in town. I own 3 coffee shops and a coffee cart in Iowa. Many props to this local shop! Excellent coffee and baked goods. Also so grateful for gluten free options that were also very tasty!!

One of amazing coffee spots around the forest park.
They have a delicious avocado toast.
Bathroom is clean.
Atmosphere is nice and warm.

Came here for the first time and had a great experience! Super friendly staff, a diverse menu, and the place is just lovely. Definitely coming back!

Matcha latte with lavender was good but def not worth $9

Kaldi’s Coffee is hands-down one of my favorite spots! Their drinks are absolutely delicious and always made exactly how I ask for them—no matter how specific my order might be. I also love how they’re always coming up with creative and seasonal options to keep things exciting.

The cashiers are so nice and friendly every time I visit. They’re super helpful when I have questions about the menu or can’t decide what to try next. It’s clear they really care about creating a great experience for their customers.

If you’re looking for quality coffee and a welcoming vibe, Kaldi’s is the place to go!

Parking: The parking situation can be a bit tricky since Kaldi’s shares a small lot with two other restaurants, which is almost always full. Street parking can also be a challenge, especially depending on the time of day, as it’s located right near WashU’s campus.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mocha Latte, Cookie, Iced Latte

lacking outlet to work from there!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

NO PARKING

Very busy location so expect a line. Baristas moved quickly and were very friendly. The vibe was very fun. It's a little loud due to crowd and high ceilings so if you want to have a chat with a friend you may want to go somewhere else.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Parking very very difficult

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Super nice and fast service, my iced latte was great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mocha Latte

I went to Kayak's today hoping to work. After waiting in line, I ordered a "large" coffee. Not only was the large coffee more expensive than a large coffee at any other nearby cafe, it was half the size and twice the price. More importantly, the barista ONLY FILLED UP THE CUP 3/4 OF THE WAY because they "are using larger cups than usual" and she was told "not to fill it up all the way." Instead of filling it up the rest of the way, the manager offered a refund. It was a masterclass in terrible service, and I will no longer be visiting Kayak. It’s too bad because it was convenient which was the main appeal in the first place.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

You can’t go wrong with Kaldi’s! This shop is at a great, convenient location. I recommend their homemade vanilla syrup (in an iced latte with oat milk) and seasonal drinks; the egg bagel is awesome too. My only gripe is the codes on the bathroom doors, but I’m not sure if they ran into an issue that caused them to add them.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Bagel

Great chai tea and everything bagel is delicious. The atmosphere is relaxing and the employees are very polite.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious spiced apple cider latte with oat milk. Cool vibe. Great baristas and lovely bathrooms. This coffee shop checks all the boxes for a great place to hang out, work, study and decompress.

Parking: Only like two spots available in their parking lot which is located behind the coffee shop but some on street parking available. May take 5-10 minutes to find an on street parking spot but worth a visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mocha Latte