Best Coffee Shops in St. Louis (2025)

Blueprint helped define the city’s modern coffee culture with rigorous sourcing and training, plus public classes. Recognized by local food writers and the specialty‑coffee press, its new roastery and education hub underline those standards while keeping the vibe friendly. Featured by Riverfront Times and Sprudge.

A South City original that brought third‑wave rigor to St. Louis, Sump is revered for meticulous roasting and multiple single‑origin espressos. Praised by Sprudge and routinely cited by local critics, it’s expanding its community footprint with a new roastery and education space in Old North. Hours posted remain active.

Cherokee Street’s beloved cafe pairs thoughtful guest roasters with a from‑scratch menu and lots of neighborhood character. Frequently praised by local food critics and spotlighted by national outlets, it remains a reliable all‑day stop with posted daily hours and a loyal creative crowd.

Sibling‑owned and independently roasted, Coma evolved from a lobby cafe into a two‑story destination for espresso, cold brew on tap, and a full kitchen. Covered by St. Louis Magazine and Feast Magazine, it’s a polished but local operation with frequent coffee‑centric events.

A Tower Grove South staple since 2004, Hartford roasts in‑house and doubles as a genuine neighborhood gathering space. Feast Magazine highlighted its community ethos and value; Sauce Magazine regularly recommends it as a work‑and‑study haven. Posted hours show it’s running daily.

Near the Missouri Botanical Garden, Fiddlehead pours with an under‑counter Modbar system and botanical‑leaning seasonal drinks. Sauce Magazine’s first look noted its careful technique; St. Louis Magazine continues to include it in citywide coffee roundups. Current hours remain posted on its site.

A veteran roaster with a big Central West End patio and a following built on full‑city roasts and conversation. Named Best Coffeehouse by Riverfront Times, it remains Black‑owned and locally rooted, with a second outpost in Webster Groves.

Honduran brothers Patrick and Spencer Clapp roast and serve expressive coffees alongside empanadas and sweets in Fox Park. St. Louis Post‑Dispatch profiled their community‑driven approach; Feast Magazine covered their opening. Official hours confirm it’s actively operating.

Part plant haven, part cafe serving drinks with Blueprint beans, Maypop blends nature and coffee culture in a historic house. Featured by Explore St. Louis in 2025 and covered by Riverfront Times, it also hosts workshops and community events.

Maplewood roaster with a mission‑minded approach and years of relationship‑based sourcing. St. Louis Magazine has chronicled its fair‑trade focus and partnership with a neighboring bakery; the coffee bar remains a dependable stop for beans and a clean, balanced cup.

A small, independent cafe with a clear community mission—its tagline is loving our neighbors one cup at a time. Consistently recommended by St. Louis Magazine and local guides, Teleo sources from fellow local makers and keeps generous early‑morning hours.