Alright, so the first time I tried to come here I never got any service and there was not a soul in sight — and I left before anyone even noticed. Today I went there for lunch with a friend. Yes, this time there were more people and they all seemed to be having a good time. But as Aimee said it is a one man show, and the whole time our waitress did not even come to check back on us. When she brought me my food I didn’t have silverware, and my water was pretty much empty — and it remained that way! I had to pull my silverware from another table, and just went without the water — I’m a big girl I can handle it. The food was good, the service was bad. So if your up for dinning in a place were you pretty much have to attend to yourself — well you found the right place. I really enjoy this place — it’s food, atmosphere and location, but the service needs to be kicked up a notch at Nosh for me to come back ;)
Jenny S.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Saint Louis, MO
I wish there was a way to give Nosh 3.5 stars. It wasn’t a bad experience at all, it just didn’t really blow me away. The atmosphere is 4 stars for sure. Very cute interior, cozy and nice. They brought out water with lemon without even asking and the waiter was attentive and friendly. The food? It was just OK. Not bad. .. just nothing that made me say«ooooh, I’m so glad I ordered this» Potato leek soup was good but not outstanding. Polenta meal could have used a bit more flavor. I will certainly go back because it’s a nice quiet restaurant where you can hear the conversation and relax.
Kurt W.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Saint Louis, MO
Bottom Line: Fresh, wholesome(yes, like loving Moms would make, but better) food that has good ethics behind it. Expect to pay a bit more, but not alot more. Knowing that the food is hormone-free, grass-fed, and locally-produced certainly makes me want to come back for more. Overview: I have been here four times total and my review will cover all four visits. Using the scientific method requires at least three observations. Today, you get that and a bonus observation. Lucky you. Wi-Fi: They have it, but it is password protected. Can be a challenge to get someone who knows the password, but not impossible. If you can’t find anyone easily to get the password to you, send me a note on Unilocal.Maybe the one I was told will work for you. Food: Soup: Butternut Squash I have had this soup twice and both times I have been quite pleased. The soup reminds me of pumpkin pie somehow with some of the spice, but sans the sweet flavor. I realize pumpkin and butternut squash are both squash, however, past experience with butternut squash has made me eat it knowing that it was«good for me» and not really enjoying it. Soup: Itailian Sausage and Butternut Squash If you are looking for something a bit filling, go for this soup instead above the above. The sausage and squash compliment each other very well and I certainly could have made a meal of a couple orders of this soup with a slice of toasted bread. I actually prefer this soup over the version sans sausage, but, if you are trying to cut down on the amount of meat you eat, like me, then you order the soup above. Sandwich: Spanakopita Lamb Burger This was my first entrée at Nosh and I must admit it was good, but not amazing. I am not sure what is missing here; perhaps a stronger feta flavor, perhaps less bun. Sandwich: Ham and Brie The ham on this sandwich is served hot and maybe even a little crisp at the end; quite flavorful. This coupled with the melted brie on top made this a great selection. Sandwich: Orchard Melt Holy Apple Slices! I was impressed with the amount of thinly sliced apple on this sandwich. The cranberry/pumpkin seed bread is amazing on its own; I believe this comes from Companion Bakery. This too is a great selection. Entrée: The Chop The roasted pork chop was good alone. I wish it had mashed potatoes as a side, with a gravy of some sort. The grilled apples and pears had a nice flavor. Unfortunately, my order was missing the vegetables. Honestly, it was not a huge deal as I was getting full. Drinks: Table Water Great tasting mint(?) and citrus(sometimes grapefruit, sometimes orange) flavored drink. Drinks: Beer I cannot give you the full list of beers offered, however, I will say it is all bottled. I did discover a beer from Ste. Genevieve here. I plan to post a picture of the bottle here when I find the photo I took. Lunch: I have eaten here twice during lunch and each time I was able to grab a chair. People fill the place around lunch and folks are coming in placing«To-Go» orders. Given the amount of business and the number of folks there, I did not find my wait very long after I placed my order. However, in both instances I was not under pressure to hurry my meal. That said, folks I saw placing carry out orders seemed to have called in their order, so plan ahead. Dinner: I have eaten here both in the late afternoon and early evening mid-week. Both instances, I have found the restaurant less crowded and more relaxed, in terms of atmosphere.
Ericka H.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Saint Louis, MO
Went here for a weekday lunch with my husband and mother in law. I really enjoyed it. The tone was set from the pitcher of water with fresh fruit slices and mint that was set down — unexpected refreshing extra step that was really nice. I will say the meal here was not the speediest(they seemed a little understaffed, as well as everything is cooked to order) but it was definitely worth the wait. Soups were excellent and interesting and the paninis were well done. Didn’t get dessert — definitely will try next time.
Joselyn H.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Saint Louis, MO
Finally made it here for lunch, and i thought it was pretty solid. i love a restaurant that commits to using local, fresh ingredients. I also love a magically delicious sandwich. I have heard good things about the Fried Egg BSRP which is what i ordered… minus the B(B is for bacon). I feel that you always take a gamble when ordering a dish sans ingredients because they were usually put there for a reason. But, that sandwich just seemed too good to pass up, so i threw caution to the wind and went with it! So glad i did, because it was SUPER. I got a side salad with it, which i didn’t really eat. It was not bad, but i eat salad all the time and i was really just regretting not getting chips. Note to self — get chips fool! Okay, so now for the best part of my lunch. COCKTAILS! Nosh makes a mean one. Seriously, one of the best i have ever had. I had a cucumber martini and it was PERFECT. Refreshing, slightly sweet but not overly so. This would be the most amazing summer drink ever. My friend had a hard lemonade and it was equally delicious. I can’t wait to go back and try Nosh again but first impression is good. Good indeed.
Aimee K.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Saint Louis, MO
Went to Nosh for lunch today and had another three star experience. After noting the«free wi-fi» sign in the window, I’m thinking I should just utilize this place for a coffee & work spot. Service this time was much, much better and I of course got the butternut squash soup again, which was excellent. I also got the Mediterranean salad and unfortunately it was a little boring and the dressing reminded me a lot of Caesar, which isn’t what I had in mind. My friend had the Mediterranean wrap and she could barely eat it because it was falling apart and huge! But not in a good way. It’s a cute little bistro, but I’ve just been unimpressed with the food. I still have my eye on the Delmonico Blue they offer for dinner, so maybe I’ll give Nosh yet another shot?
Sarah S.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Saint Louis, MO
While doing some shopping in Maplewood, I got into the spirit of staying local and felt the urge to dine at Nosh. I was not disappointed! We walked in on a Friday night around 7pm and got a table right away. It filled up shortly thereafter, though I never saw a wait. This place is so cute! It’s small but they have really cool small pieces of flair as the décor. The light fixtures, artwork, and bar area are nicely done. Not too much but enough to notice. We sat pretty close to the door and regretted it because it was a little colder than we preferred and also there was a piano playing there, so it was a bit loud. Not a big deal. The restaurant did get loud, but a lot of it was a group of people with«that girl» in it. Aka, the loudest, obnoxious, clap and scream at her own jokes type. Certainly not Nosh’s fault. I’ve found one of my top 3 favorite cocktails here! Their list is very long and full of fruity stuff(and more). I ordered the hard blueberry lemonade. It was like candy! So fresh and refreshing, even in this weather. It had real, FRESH blueberries in it. I wanted more but I limited myself to one. It didn’t taste like alcohol at all and I didn’t care one bit! What other diners said is true, the food comes out REALLY slowly here. There is a blurb on their menu about making everything to order and taking time. Don’t come here if you want it fast and ordering an appetizer is recommended if you are really hungry to start. The service was by no means inattentive. Our waiter(also the bartender) came by frequently. The manager came around to check on us too, and was very visible. I ordered the Orchard Melt and Butternut Squash Soup and my hubby ordered the Fried Egg BSRP with chips. Vegetarians, check out the menu because there are several vegetarian things, and gluten free or vegan meals are clearly marked. My sandwich was piled high with apples, maybe a little too many, but it was really nice flavors. The butternut squash soup was AMAZING. Nice and nutty and savory. Not really sweet like some soups with butternut squash tend to be. I felt satisfied after my meal but not like I had stuffed myself. My hubby liked his sandwich but wished he had gotten a salad or soup instead of chips because he has a hollow leg and needs a lot to eat! We will definitely be back!
Gina S.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Omaha, NE
Just a hop’ skip and jump away from our house, we decided it was time to hustle over there and see what this place is all about. I had to have a cocktail and the Apple Cinnamon martini was calling my name. The bartender crushed a fresh apple into the martini shaker, and that fresh apple juice was duly noted. Not super sweet like a jolly rancher but distinctly fruity. Half the menu is denote as Gluten Free! For dinner, I went with the Harvest Salad and the husband went with the Mediterranean Chicken Wrap. The pears that were in the harvest salad weren’t quite ripe. They were on the raw, crunchy side rather than sweet and succulent like pears should be. Slight disappointment, but everything else about it was good. I love figs which is why it interested me in the first place. Warning, the nut mixture contains peanuts for anyone with a peanut allergy.
Jessica C.
Rating des Ortes: 3 St Louis, MO
The difference between an unremarkable meal and a memorable dining experience is in the details. Unfortunately, although Nosh manages to do the big details very well, it completely missed the mark on the smaller details. That’s why they’re getting the three-star«A-OK» rating. To begin with, the food was EXCELLENT. My friend and I both ordered the Fried Egg BSRP(bacon, spinach, roasted red peppers) and it was easily the best egg sandwich I’ve ever eaten. When I go back(and yes, I’d like to go back) it will be hard to try something different. That sandwich will be singing its siren song to me for a long time to come… The butternut squash soup was delicious. My friend got Billy Goat chips with her sandwich and they were, as always, satisfactory yet unremarkable.(As an aside, it doesn’t seem as if there are French fries available at this time. Just the Billy Goat chips). If service at Nosh matched the food, this place would be a handsdown home run. Sadly, service can best be described as amateurish, almost to the point of being comical. Many Unilocalers have written glowing reviews with small disclaimers about«laid back» service. This service isn’t laid back; it’s just plain bad. Why such harsh words? Well, here are some examples: One of Nosh’s signatures is that every table gets a carafe of infused water. They looked wonderful! I bet they are. I couldn’t tell you, though, because during the entire 90 minutes my friend and I were there, our waitress never bothered to bring us one. She told us she was going to, but she didn’t. She also never refilled our water glasses… even after we asked. Another service misstep: I ordered soup, but it didn’t come with a spoon. It took a while to flag down a server to ask for one, because they’re not around much, and then I had to wait even longer to get it. Locally sourced squash is great, I suppose, but its provenance doesn’t mean much when I don’t have a utensil to eat it with! When we arrived at 1PM the place was packed. We thought it was a good sign. Look at all these people filling a restaurant a full hour after lunchtime!, I thought. It became evident after a few minutes that the reason all the tables were full was because the service was painfully slow. If they’d get it together a little better Nosh would be able to turn those tables around and service other customers. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t like being rushed through a meal. But it shouldn’t take 20 minutes after you’re seated to order. It shouldn’t take 90 minutes start to finish to eat a lunch with no appetizer or dessert. I’m all for a nice laid back atmosphere, but at some point I need to get on with the rest of my day. In the end, the only thing Nosh is hurting is its own reputation. When we were waiting(and waiting and waiting) to get our check and pay, a line formed at the door. I counted no fewer than FIVE tables that were empty and waiting to be bused. The table next to us remained covered in dirty dishes for well over 30 minutes. That’s right, there were empty yet dirty tables, multiple parties waiting to be seated… and nothing was happening. Finally a staff member started to S-L-O-W-L-Y bus one table. A woman came in, saw the line and the dirty tables, and gasped audibly. The staff member busing the table assured her that she could have a table in a few moments. She scoffed at him, said«We are NOT eating here!», and then promptly turned on her heel and walked out. So yes, when I say that Nosh’s lackluster service is hurting their business, I really mean it. Potential customers are walking out of Nosh in disgust before they even get a chance to taste their delicious food. That’s truly a shame, because I’m sure that if that woman had waited around for a table, she would have enjoyed her food as much as my friend and I did. The bottom line is, a restaurant serving food this good should not have service this bad. A lot of people are willing to overlook Nosh’s service because of their excellent food. I am not one of those people. Service is a crucial element of the sit down dining experience, and while Nosh has some knock out food, their service leaves much to be desired. Things like refilling water glasses, making sure patrons have the proper utensils and busing tables promptly are the most elementary of food service details. And yet they were all missing from Nosh. I hope they get the kinks worked out, and sometime soon! I can resist that Fried BSRP for only so long…
Kate E.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Saint Louis, MO
Here’s the deal. Don’t come to Nosh if you’re in a hurry to snarf down a piping hot plate of mediocrity. Do venture in if you’re looking for a family-run, locally sourced, awesomely seasonal dining experience — and you’ve got the time to really enjoy it. I love this place. And every time I go in, I love it even more. Is the service slow? Yes. Undoubtedly so — but I’ll take it, because it always comes with a smile from Sandy and her family, and a «we’re all friends here» vibe that literally radiates from every corner of the establishment. Going here makes me feel like I’ve walked into the kitchen of a good friend — things are a little chaotic, but the atmosphere is warm and relaxed, and the food is so unbelievable, you almost can’t stand it. If you hurry in, you might get a taste of their bacon-wrapped figs before they go out of season. The Gooey Butter cake is the best I’ve ever had, and the hummus is something to rave about(and let’s be honest, how often can you say that about hummus?). I’ve yet to have a bad meal here. Several slow ones, sure. But if I’m sitting in the window seat, watching people pass by on the Maplewood strip, with a frosty cold beverage in hand … well, let’s just say, that’s just the way I like it.
Jelena Z.
Rating des Ortes: 4 San Francisco, CA
It’s always a treat to see a thriving new restaurant in my hometown… especially one with a creative hand, constantly keeping things fresh with a seasonal menu. My sister and I took the rare opportunity to have a girls’ lunch while her hubby stayed home and the kiddies napped. She recommended we check out Nosh, and after checking out the Unilocal reviews and the online menu, I had to agree. Not a dealbreaker, but the first thing I noticed is that it’s a little cold inside. No biggie — we took a table furthest from the door and I made sure to order a piping hot cup of the French onion soup. Fastest way to a sure warm-up! Quite delicious, too. For the main act, I ordered the Fried Egg BSRP: Two organic free range eggs cooked medium with bacon, spinach, roasted red peppers, smoked gouda and dijon red pepper aioli served on a butter croissant. Verdict? Even better than it sounds. I could barely finish as it’s a sandwich made for a hearty appetite… but it was so good, I couldn’t tear myself away. My sis really enjoyed her ham and brie sandwich, though she commented it could have used a touch more brie. So, we like our cheese! But still, spectacular sandwiches indeed. And next time, I’ll be sure to try the chicken gouda sandwich or the steak and gorgonzola flatbread. Trust me, I was plenty enticed by a few of the offerings. Service was attentive without being intrusive. Keep on keeping, Nosh! I’ll be seeing you again soon.
Marjie T.
Rating des Ortes: 5 St Louis, MO
I’ve been wanting to try Nosh for awhile and finally made it for lunch. I’m definitely a fan! It’s in a good location, in the block of stores right on Manchester. I was expecting it to be a little busier during lunch, but there were plenty of tables available even though the whole restaurant has under 20 tables. We were greeted by a couple of people behind the bar and told to pick any table. The décor is so cute. Very fall-ish. So much so I’m wondering what they’re going to do for other seasons. The walls are a chocolate brown and the linens were yellow and brown. And tiny pumpkins on every table. Very charming. I ordered the harvest melt with butternut squash soup. The soup was delicious! The sandwich was good, but maybe just not my cup of tea. I’m not sure what I was expecting, but it was basically an apple sandwich. Plenty big, though. I was only able to eat half. I didn’t try anything else, but was scouting out everyone else’s food and the salads and flatbreads looked amazing. I don’t really have any complaints. The two people working were both friendly and while service wasn’t exactly expedient, it wasn’t super slow either. I do think women might enjoy this place more than men. There were definitely males inside, but it seems more girly to me.
Stephanie S.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Saint Louis, MO
Not bad! I came here for their New Fall menu tasting event, and I was pleasantly surprised. I can’t count how many times I’ve passed by Nosh without even noticing it was there! I’m glad I finally stopped in. I tried their Orchard Melt; it is a delicious sandwich with apple slices, havarti cheese, bacon, and celery pesto grilled on pumpkin seed and cranberry bread(from Companion bakery). It was amazing! The sweetness of the apples contrasted very nicely with the richness of the bacon. And the bread was TO. DIE. FOR. Yum! I also sampled the hummus and balela platter. Their house made hummus was paired with feta, katamala olives, and grilled veggies, and came with toasted lavash for dipping. Not bad! The hummus was creamy and rich, and the toasted lavash was crispy and hearty. Next was the lobster and shrimp paella. It is exactly what it sounds like. Delicious rock lobster tail served with plump shrimp? Yes, please! Served with saffron rice and vegetables, I could definitely see myself ordering an entire entrée’s worth of this dish. The atmosphere is small, but nice, and very very clean. Nosh uses a lot of earth tones in their restaurant, which I love. Kinda gives the whole place a warm, comforting, homey feeling. I met the owner, Paula, and she is one of the nicest restaurant owners I’ve met in a while! She is so excited about her food, and it shows. While Nosh is a little on the expensive side, it’s definitely worth it. They use a lot of local ingredients, which I respect. Goood food. Try this place out for sure!
Sharon A.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Saint Louis, MO
My friend and I had our first visit to Nosh today. The menu offers creative combinations in every area. My friend finally settle on the Harvest Salad [$ 9] with thinly sliced pears and figs and several other tasty morsels. She chose not to include the gorgonzola which was no problem at all since salads are freshly prepared when ordered. I had the Orchard Melt [$ 9] which was divinely thinly sliced sweet apple with just a touch of melted cheese [gouda or Havarti, maybe] and a pesto that added a hint of garlic. My sandwich came with a Mediterranean salad and I brought that home because I couldn’t/wouldn’t put down the sandwich until every bite was eaten and I was full! It was served on a delicious pumpkin seed/cranberry whole grain bread and piping hot inside. There is a convenient free public parking lot behind and a paved walkway between Nosh and True Value Hardware if there is no space on the street. As you step through and onto the sidewalk Nosh is immediately on your left.
Jenny P.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Brentwood, MO
Soooo, I am a really big fan of this Nosh place… let me tell you why. First off, we came here for a Sunday brunch and the place was quiet, which was perfect for my hungover state. The look of it is just so cute! They have seasonal décor all over the counter and some large artwork on the walls. They made a good 1st impression when I walked in… Nothing too over the top. The Italian Scrambler dish I had was AWESOME! Perfectly blended flavors and the best part was the gorgonzola cheese mixed in… mmmmm! And their sausage in it comes from a family on the hill and it rocked! Their house potatoes were very yummy also. The only thing I did not like was the piece of strange«rustic» toast they served on the side… it just tasted weird and I cannot figure out what it was! They serve their water with fruit in it which gave it a very refreshing flavor, and they give you a pitcher of it so you don’t have to wait for refills. The only reason they do not get 5 stars is because the service was very slow. I get that it is a Sunday(and who wants to work on Sunday?), but the server we had was very unfriendly and did not appear to be working very hard. It took a long time to get our order taken and to get our meal, which was unacceptable since there were very few people in the restaurant. Anyway, I cannot wait to come back and try their lunch/dinner menu, and to also try their«noshtails» cocktail menu! What a great add to the Maplewood strip!
Abby S.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Denver, CO
After reading such glowing reviews about this new eatery in Maplewood, I just had to give it a try — so glad that I did! My gal pal and I came here for lunch this past Friday. I don’t normally eat a huge afternoon meal ’cause it makes me sleepy, so I ordered a cup of French onion soup and a side of hummus. When ordering hummus, you never quite know what you’re going to get. I guess there’s just so many varieties of of bean you can use as well as seasoning. Generally I like hummus, but don’t get too excited about it. Well this hummus plate was probably the most impressive I’ve ever seen! Not only was the serving large, it wasn’t just hummus. There was a salad of grilled veggies(zucchini, green beans) as well as celery and cucumbers. And right next to the pureed beans was a pile of cooked beans. All were incredibly flavorful — so much that I almost ignored my soup. Almost… The French onion soup here is most definitely homemade. My Dad makes a huge batch every year around the holidays and I eat myself sick off of it. Nosh’s soup is a close second to my Dad’s — only because I couldn’t eat it on the couch in front of «A Christmas Story» and yell«You’ll shoot your eye out» or «I double dog dare you» at the TV. What really did it for me was the grilled croûton on top — just the right touch! Nosh’s interior isn’t anything special — it’s nice, clean and simple. Obviously they’re saying a lot more with their menu, which is totally respectable, especially in a small space on the Maplewood strip. No kitschy cool décor is necessary when your food is this good. Took home my leftover hummus and chowed down on it a few days later. Can’t wait to go back for another lunch adventure.
Sarah c.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Saint Louis, MO
Nosh was awesome! My mom and I were looking for a pre-Rack Grand Opening lunch. Fozzie’s was too crowded, but Nosh was the perfect thing to fuel our shopping and give us energy to fight the crazy crowds at the Rack. I had a tough time choosing because everything on the menu looked good, but eventually went with the orange/herb chicken kabob served with lemon, feta, and blueberry couscous. Wow! I don’t know how they pack that much flavor into a grilled chicken kabob, but a few nameless Mediterranean places in town could benefit from this lesson. The couscous was cold, which was a little strange, and very lightly flavored. A teensy bit more feta would have gone a long way. If you see lemon, blueberry couscous and get nervous, don’t. The blueberry isn’t in the flavor, but in a few loose berries on top. It’s not overly lemony either. I, for one, was intrigued by such a flavor combination and wished it was a bit more pronounced. No complaints though because the explosion of flavor in the chicken complimented the subtlety well. My mom had the ham and brie sandwich and she was pretty much in love with it. The side Mediterranean salad is huge. When the plate arrived she declared there was no way she was going to be able to eat all that food. Yep, she devoured the entire thing. The minty/fruity water is a great touch. Despite the fact that the place was absolutely packed(all tables and people at the bar) and there was only one server, we were in and out in just under an hour. He worked his ass off and service was pretty damn good for just one guy hustling through the entire dining room and bar. Nosh is one of those places where everything walking by you makes you go «oooh, that looks good.» But, it’s hard to have eater’s remorse when your chosen meal is so awesome. It does give you lots of ideas for what to get next time though.
Chip K.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Saint Louis, MO
Nosh is a nice addition to the main drag in Maplewood. My wife’s fashion-conscious aunt really liked the style and décor of the place(I guess I agree, although I don’t care that much). My wife ordered a drink called the«Watermelon Splash,» which the waitress described as watermelon-infused vodka with watermelon juice. My wife hated it. Her aunt didn’t like it. They both described it as «too watermelony.» But what did they expect? I liked the drink for the same reason they disliked it: It had a lot of watermelon flavor, and not a whole lot of vodka flavor. I’m a lightweight when it comes to alcohol and the drink didn’t give me a buzz, so I guess it was pretty weak. My wife’s aunt ordered a pomegranate martini and really loved it. They have a variety of tasty-looking cocktails in addition to the two that we tried. I ordered the caprese sandwich, which was basil, mozzarella, pesto, and tomatoes(locally grown heirloom tomatoes, if the menu is to be believed) on focaccia bread. Pretty tasty. I’ve had some caprece salads before that overwhelmed me with the basil, but this wasn’t the case… it was just right. My wife ordered the fried egg BST(that’s Bacon, Spinach and Tomato with fried eggs) which may or may not have had an aioli on it – I don’t remember — served on a croissant. She enjoyed it quite a lot. The aforementioned aunt of my wife ordered a chicken sandwich and thought it was really good, although I didn’t taste it so I can’t vouch for it personally. Another aunt of my wife(we went with two of them) is a bit picky and ordered a hamburger. She didn’t specify how she wanted it cooked, and the waitress forgot to ask, so it came out a little too rare for her taste… but besides that, she seemed to like it. All of the sandwiches come with a choice of salad or the famous-in-St. Louis Billy Goat Chips. Three of us opted for the chips, which were delicious as always; one of us got the salad and thought it was good too. My wife and I felt like dessert(a rare occurrence) so we ordered the dessert special of the day: A brownie topped with ice cream and organic strawberries. The strawberries and ice cream were both good, but the brownie was pretty incredible. Everyone at the table who had a bite said it was one of the best brownies they had ever eaten. The waitress says that they have a woman who comes in and bakes for them who puts alcohol in a lot of the baked goods as a «secret ingredient,» but I wasn’t able to detect any alcohol taste in the brownie. Another nice touch was the water, which is served in a carafe with a slice of orange, a slice of lemon, and a sprig of mint.(I think it’s mint.) That gives the water a light citrus flavor which we all liked. Also, they try to get as many of their items from local sources as possible, which is a nice thing. Always good to support local businesses, right? The place was kind of dead when we went — hopefully it was just an off night because of Labor Day weekend — but I hope they do well and wish them the best of luck. We’ll be back.
Tim G.
Rating des Ortes: 4 St Louis, MO
fantastic food. Went for lunch after a friend recommended it. And wow great food at a reasonable price. All organic /sustainable food prepared fresh. The humus maybe the best I have ever had. Also they serve billy goat chips very good stuff. Talked with one of the owners and she is just fun. Glad to have them in our area of ST. Louis. The only down side was the drink nice are all fresh made from organic juice which can over power the taste of a good drink.
Leslie S.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Saint Louis, MO
They’re open to midnight or 1am every night except Sunday when they have brunch hours only. The menu is small, but that’s because it’s a seasonal menu with choices made from local sources only. There might be 10 tables and a small bar seating area. There appears to be at least a partial bar for cocktails behind the counter. When we were seated, they brought us glasses of ice and a carafe of fruit infused water. Near the bar, I noticed what looked like watermelon-, apple-, and pineapple-infused waters as well. The ham and brie sandwich was good with peach chutney, but the roll was large and a little too toasted, making it difficult to eat. The sandwich was served with a large serving of Mediterranean salad, which was really good. My friend got the portabella wrap and loved it — said it was«packed full of flavors.» I have to admit his did look pretty good. It also came with a Med salad. All sandwiches seemed to come with either salad or Billy Goat chips.