The Mud House

Cafes

St. Louis may be known as a beer town (hard not to be with such a strong Anheuser Busch presence) but it’s also building a reputation as a stellar coffee town. This city, rich in beverage history, has gone through some great changes in the world of coffee the last few years. Hometown roasting company Ronnoco Coffee is a $60 million company that is looking to double in size over the next few years. The St. Louis micro-roasting scene is also taking off. The Lou is home to a dozen or more local roasters including Kaldi’s Coffee, which has been producing top-pot coffee since 1994. A distinct variety of local brew and goodies can be found in of the city’s neighborhoods.

Copyright: picturepartners/Shutterstock.com

Park Avenue Coffee

Park Avenue Coffee is a locally owned coffee house located in Historical Lafayette Square. They serve 76 flavors of coffee and a grand version of St. Louis’ official dessert Gooey Butter Cake in a relaxed, comfy …

Read more

Copyright: Ilja Generalov/Shutterstock.com

Shaw's Coffee

Located “on the hill,” Shaw’s Coffee starts with the finest green coffees sourced from the world’s three major coffee growing regions- the Americas, Africa, and the Pacific Rim. Their coffees are dark-roasted in a traditional European style, similar to many gourmet roasters from the West Coast. Also serves a variety of cool creations and …

Read more

Copyright: Olga Miltsova/Shutterstock.com

Rooster

Rooster is a European style, urban cafe specializing in Crepes, Sandwiches, and Brunch items along with a unique selection of Coffee, Beer, Wine, Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Gluten-free menu items are available. Shaded sidewalk seating available in warmer …

Read more

Copyright: farbled/Shutterstock.com

The Mud House

This unique coffee house offers a diverse national breakfast menu including an American breakfast, an English Breakfast, French toast, a breakfast burrito and, of course, a Mud slinger. Lunch items are also available along with vegan …

Read more

Copyright: baranq/Shutterstock.com

The Fountain on Locust

The Fountain on Locust is a storybook-caliber cafe, with hand-painted art décor and hand crafted dishes. Lunch, dinner, desserts and drinks are local favorites. Home-made ice cream sauces, chocolates and ice cream martinis highlight an eclectic …

Read more

Copyright: Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock.com

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

The name says it all. Ted Drewes is renowned for not only selling the best frozen custard around, but Christmas trees each season as well. Ted Drewes has been a St. Louis staple since 1929 for good …

Read more

Copyright: Oksana Mizina/Shutterstock.com

City Coffee House & Creperie

City Coffeehouse extends a warm "Bonjour!" to guests and visitors as the area's first crêperie. European-inspired breakfast, luncheon and brunch are served with sumptuous espresso, coffee, tea or fruit smoothies. Whatever tickles your fancy, City can cook it …

Read more

Copyright: OnlyZoia/Shutterstock.com

Benton Park Café

Inlaid in comfy brick and smiles, Benton Park Cafe is open daily to serve live music, breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and cocktails. They make specialty drinks like the Pumpkin Pie Latte and Coffee …

Read more

Copyright: Lubos Chlubny/Shutterstock.com

Winslow's Home

Winslow's Home features a seasonal menu comprised of ingredients from their farm in Augusta, as well as from local vendors. Freshly baked goods and a 500-bottle wine room are just two highlights of the impressive …

Read more