Companion Bakery & Cafe

On my way to the airport, I decided, for the thousandth time, that Starbucks and Dunkin would not be getting a single cent out of me. Not today, corporate giants. So I swung into Companion, grabbed a salad, a sandwich, and of course a dessert because self control is just a myth we tell children. Everything was so fresh. Honestly, it took five more minutes to stop versus an airport order, contributing to Starbuck’s CEO next yacht! Local is best!

We order delivery from this place quite frequently at work, and it is TOO GOOD! They have soups, salads, sandwhiches, and desserts. It's perfect for a quick bite to eat for lunch, or for a full meal. The portions are generous regardless of if you get half or full orders. The whole salads are huge, and even the half salads are pretty big. You can do a lot of customization as well. Food is always fresh and very tasty. Love this place!

Stopped by while we were in town last week for breakfast as Companion was recommended by a relative , in a very nice shopping area in a high end area. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming while the staff is very professional and nice. We had the breakfast egg special and I had the breakfast sandwich. Both were amazing and I am thinking about how I will be back in a few weeks . Great restaurant that I know you will enjoy .

Food was delicious, great price, and fast. You get there and the line is never-ending but it moves along fast. They have it run like a well oiled machine. By the time you get to the register your food is ready, hot/cold and fresh. I ordered the French dip, it didn't disappoint. There are lots of freshly made tuna salad, chicken salad, pies, pastries, specialty breads, etc..to check out along your journey in the line to the register. I did take a 1lb container of chicken salad and a loaf of baguette came with it, to go. It was good, but a bit expensive. Their huge apple pie was almost irresistible, but it didn't have a price on it, so I left it there. There were a few items that had no prices on them and after the cost of my chicken salad I know why. I will get that apple pie next time though, even if it cost a bit more than I think it should. The place is very nicely decorated, not alot of inside seating. There was outdoor seating with umbrellas to enjoy, even a smaller section for children. Very quaint place. I will definitely go back.

Came here on a Saturday for lunch, the place was quite crowded, very popular it seems. They had the ordering system down though and we got through the line pretty quickly. Seating is limited, but they have some spots outside as well. Food was all very very good! We got the companion Lotto duos (half sandwich, half salad/soup). I highly recommend trying the Fowl Weather sandwich - the pepper jelly is so tasty! The roasted peach salad and the green chili potato chowder were also excellently flavored and spiced. Think of this place as a local, better quality St Louis Bread Co 😋

Companion is a a MUST TRY! The menu is filled with a ton of great breakfast and lunch items. My favorites are the harvest salad, Frenchie sandwich, and all of their soups! Be sure to save room for their house-made breads and pastries! Call ahead for easy service to go or wait in line, it moves quickly.

Delicious food! I got tomato bisque and an avocado sandwich. So flavorful, hearty and fresh. Line was long, but it want fast! Also picked up a cinnamon zucchini loaf for a family trip and it was delightful 💚🥖

Great food! A bit louder than necessary inside. Seating area gets tight in the winter when the outdoor tables aren't used. Ordering process a bit chaotic.

Companion is one of our favorite lunch spots in STL. It can be busy as times, but their food is well worth the extra hustle and bustle! With that being said, this is not a spot to sit and work for a while- if that is what you are looking for, a coffee spot might be a better fit! The portions are large and the menu is extensive- with lots of variety and healthy options to choose from. It is fresh and reasonably priced for how much you get (for reference my husband and I can share a sandwich and normally we can't do that elsewhere!) Our favorite sandwich is the Fowl Weather on ciabatta bread. Trust me, it's to die for! Salads and soups come with your choice of a few types of bread- we chose the cornbread and were happy with that choice. Lots of baked goods to choose from as well. Every time we have come, the service has been friendly and helpful. It is very fast paced back there for the employees, but they do a good job of handling all the noise and quick work. The dining area can be crowded at times, especially in the winter when the outside patio can't be used if it's a cold day. Despite this, it has never been an issue for us. Sometimes we will even grab it to go and go to a nearby park for a picnic, which is also a great time.

Companion Cafe shines with its baked goods and sandwiches but I think that's about where the good ends. I planned to order online and do a pickup but the Green with Envy sandwich I wanted is not listed on their online order menu so I had to go in person. I stood in line for about 20 minutes which was expected, I know how busy it gets. When you get to the front to order it is chaos. Someone comes and asks what you want and then just yells it to the rest of the team. Both myself and the person in front of me got to the register and our food was not even started because they couldn't keep up with the orders and nothing was written down. Just very disorganized considering how popular it is. It was decorated nicely for Christmas but that didn't distract from the service. The green with envy is delicious but it didn't travel well; it pretty much melted and fell apart by the time I got home. I also ordered a Greek goddess salad which was nothing special. The ginger cookie was delicious and a nice size. Hopefully some changes are made to make this place run better because otherwise it just really isn't worth the trouble.

Funny story, Lindbergh was closed most of the summer so I re-routed my trip from the city to Creve Coeur, via Clayton Rd. Passing by here for more often, my curiosity was piqued. I took the partner to a coffee shop nearby and he passionately hated it. So Companion was his idea for our next trip. I was shocked at how small it is on the inside, but we had no problems getting a table after we ordered. There was also, no line, considering how much chaos there was in the kitchen, it seems like there is usually a line. That being said, I felt pressured to pick my sandwich very quickly and failed to notice the sandwich was cold. They were also out of the original pretzel bun, and under pressure I picked poorly for myself. I would love to come back and try a different sandwich, the soups all sounded delightful AND the gooey butter cake is actually the only recipe that tasted like my mom's homemade gooey butter of which I have never tasted in the St. Louis Metro.

On my way to the airport, I decided, for the thousandth time, that Starbucks and Dunkin would not be getting a single cent out of me. Not today, corporate giants. So I swung into Companion, grabbed a salad, a sandwich, and of course a dessert because self control is just a myth we tell children. Everything was so fresh. Honestly, it took five more minutes to stop versus an airport order, contributing to Starbuck's CEO next yacht! Local is best!

Food is phenomenal, high quality ingredients, fresh, so why the low rating? I don't criticize for them being busy with the obvious wait, I have to point out that I ordered my food over an hour ahead of time, was at the pick-up window, and the staff actively ignored me for over 20 minutes while every single person in the new order line were being serviced. I would've saved more time not putting in my order ahead of time, and just going to the new order line. Add to the problem some people who ordered ahead walked inside demanded help by the soda station where the take out orders are held, and those people were serviced ahead of the people in line who were waiting their turn. It's a cardinal rule you don't let the people who break the line get service ahead of those who waited their turn. So I pointed this out, and literally they ignored me for another 10 minutes. Overall wait was 35 minutes for an order I placed 11 AM, was told to pick up 11:40 AM, and wasn't able to pick up until 12:20 PM. Food is great, but the attending of the service window needs major work.

Stopped in for a quick to-go lunch on a sunday and it was super busy! There was quite the line but they moved rather expeditiously. I appreciate being able to look at the menu at multiple stages while in line. There was a gentleman collecting the orders and communicating to the staff before we got to the front so that was nice. However, it wasn't clear that if you wanted to order soup, you should inform the person at the portion of the line and really the beginning was to order your sandwich or salad. Either way, I was helped very quickly and everyone was super nice. There were some flies which was a tad bit frustrating and there was also a window for outside so unsure of how that is best to be utilized (to go orders maybe?) so some additional direction on how to best occupy the space could be helpful but other than that- good experience and my soup (black bean) and chicken sandwich was good! The ciabatta my sandwich was on was a bit overcooked making it hard to fully enjoy (couldn't bite it at all) but still an enjoyable experience! It is a bit pricey so be prepared!

Great lunch spot to visit with coworkers! Quick counter order line to sit down in the restaurant or take to the patio under an umbrella on a nice day. Or order ahead to pick up at the window! Sandwiches, salads, and soups that stand alone or make a Lotto combo. So many bread and sweet treat options to add on if you feel like treating yourself :)

I went here for lunch with my co workers and it was delish! I love the expansive menu. There is something for everyone. I got the half and half with the Fowler sandwich and harvest salad. The sandwich was unreal! It has Boursin cheese, red pepper jelly, turkey, bacon and avocado and it was basically fall. When we went it was pretty busy so be aware they are probably pretty busy during lunch time.

Companion is a a MUST TRY! The menu is filled with a ton of great breakfast and lunch items. My favorites are the harvest salad, Frenchie sandwich, and all of their soups! Be sure to save room for their house-made breads and pastries! Call ahead for easy service to go or wait in line, it moves quickly.

Great soup last week.. keep the daily's coming! Love a cookie too esp peanut butter & ginger!

If there was a 4.2-4.5 I would rate it that, but surely not under a 4 as the overall Yelp rating reports...it's really solid. Great service, extremely quick and courteous...you move thru quickly and that is a must, because it's a small place, so the tables need to turn over quickly. If you're looking for a great sandwich made with fresh ingredients on delightful bread, plus a combination of unique culinary blends, this place is for you. However, it's not a joint you stick around and chat with your lunch mates...due to the size of the place and popularity, you pretty much order, eat and go. There is an outside patio, so spring and summers are likely more geared towards longer meals with friends. Tons of take out orders, which makes sense, because the food is really good! Give it try, expect it to be busy over the lunch hours and perhaps go a bit later if your interest is in enjoying a meal with long conversations.

Came here on a Saturday for lunch, the place was quite crowded, very popular it seems. They had the ordering system down though and we got through the line pretty quickly. Seating is limited, but they have some spots outside as well. Food was all very very good! We got the companion Lotto duos (half sandwich, half salad/soup). I highly recommend trying the Fowl Weather sandwich - the pepper jelly is so tasty! The roasted peach salad and the green chili potato chowder were also excellently flavored and spiced. Think of this place as a local, better quality St Louis Bread Co

Great salads and sandwiches. The staff are usually nice. The line moves quickly. They have indoor and outdoor seating. You can also order online and pickup at the window. I always get the picnic basket salad. The cherry gooey butter cake is a must try. They always have beautiful flowers from local florists at the counter.

Stopped by for lunch during a work trip and it was such a great find! Soups, sandwiches, and salads!! All my favs! The crunchy chicken salad was huge and delicious, that was the full size and the bowl of chicken parm soup, warm my soul, it was flavorful and cheesy! Washed it all down the fresh lemonade. My last day of work I had to stop in again and got the best darn toast, sourdough bread and a tasty toasted marshmallow latte! Service was quick, helpful and friendly. Small cafe but comforting!

Great food but when you order online and says will be ready at 1130 and you wait and wait till 1230 something is wrong. People in line get food way faster

If there is any restaurant considered a local gem, its Companion. I honestly have never been to a restaurant that fits the definition of local gem more than this one, its kind of shocking. I came on a weekday lunch and the place was packed. It was crazy, the line just kept going and everyone who came to the store seemed to know each other. It made St. Louis/Ladue feel like a small place because each new person who came in would go and say hi to half of the store. Also, everyone was dressed so fancy from tennis moms to people wearing full-on evening gowns with heels. I just love the diversity of people here and it was so fun to watch everyone in the community get along with one another. Now for the food, I ordered the Chuck's #39 and it was delicious. The portion sizes were huge and can feed 2 people comfortably. I appreciate that the chicken was bursting through the seams of the sandwich and it had a great flavor as well. My friend did note that the flavor is a little hard to want to keep eating for the whole time, but I liked it. Food is great but even better is the environment. Come during lunchtime and treat yourself to the community of Ladue!

Tucked away in a charming strip mall in Ladue is the OG St. Louis soup and sandwich place. There is no way this popular lunch spot is going to get anything other than 5 stars! Their lunch selections will blow you away. And you can get a combo - 1/2 sandwich, 1/2 salad or soup - choice of 2 - so you don't have to choose. They always have a wonderful selection of soups - vegan options; a few old standards and something unexpected. Today, I selected Mexican Corn Soup and it was delicious - one of the few times I've had a corn soup that was chock full of corn and also tasted like bacon. So good! Your sandwich and salad choice is not going to be so easy. There are so many options! I love their chicken salad and I always go back to it. It's just something simple, really well done. I sub sourdough bread because their sourdough is literally the best. Today, I paired it with the harvest salad, which was a great choice! If you're like me, and you hate digging around to find the toppings on your bed of lettuce, you need to go to Companion! Because the salads are plentiful and toppings are abundant. And we're not even going to discuss the treats at the end of the counter - just save a few calories for a giant cookie or bar. Thank me later. The cafe is a bit small for the large crowd they always seem to draw but in the warmer months, there is a small outside seating area. Go go go. Find your new favorites!

I want this place to be my WORK LUNCH spot! But every time I go, they mess up my meal, I am always waiting longer than others and today my salmon was OLD. If my meal is incorrect a third time, I know something is up and I won't be back.

This is a great spot for a quick and easy lunch. Even when the line seems long, I feel like it always moves pretty fast. It has a very similar vibe to Bread Co on the inside, just a bit smaller and more chaotic. The do have a few tables outside, which is good for when the weather is nice. The staff was friendly too, but you definitely feel rushed while ordering. I didn't mind though because it made the line go by quicker. They have a few breakfast items, soups, salads, sandwiches, and bakery items. I got tuna salad, tough love salad, pretzel roll on the side, and I took home a granola square. Their bread is delicious, I'm pretty sure they make it in house. The pretzel roll (pictured below) is my favorite. Soooo good covered in butter. The tuna salad was good too, there was some type of nut inside which made it kind of crunchy. I really liked it. The salad was fresh as well, I was worried when I saw some of them in plastic containers behind the counter, but if this came from a plastic container, I couldn't tell. It was delicious & this meal was so filling. I also brought home a granola square that I ate the next morning. It was really good, but SUPER sweet. I wished I saved it for dessert instead of breakfast, but I definitely recommend getting at least one bakery item. They has some gooey butter cake that looked amazing too.

This little home town gem is absolutely delicious. They handmade salads, soups and sandwiches are so delicious. The staff is always friendly, quick and helpful!

The service at Companion has gone from mediocre to awful. It's chaos. The last FOUR times I've come here, they've either gotten our order wrong or forgotten our food completely (and twice they did both). Even after going back to the counter to remind them, they forgot to get us our food a second time. The food is decent but the service is a train wreck.

I had breakfast here a few days ago. Although I've had take out from them a number of times, this was my first time eating here. I had a bagel and a chocolate chip scone. The food was good ai enjoyed it. One of the people I was with got avocado toast and it looked incredible. It was covered with what looked like salad with just the piece of toast peeking out from the bottom. Overall they have like 5 different kinds of avocado toast. Definitely looks like a good thing to get. I've had their lunch sandwiches before and they are good too. I would eat here/get food from here again.

Super crowded; not very clear how to order and staff is distracted and not very attentive. Food is awful. Coffee was cold , when I ordered a hot drink .

It's always a great experience when we visit Companion! The crew and the food are second to none. Delicious soups, salads and sandwiches. The breakfast egg dish with a bagel is a great deal. I highly recommend going for any occasion. And don't forget the desserts. Yum!

For those days where you want to nourish your body with freshness and need the perfect sandwich and salad combo, hop in the car and go to Companion. I used to work blocks from Companion Cafe and found myself eating here at least weekly, usually twice a week. I get the Lotto every time - their version of a "Pick 2" with their chicken salad sandwich (OF COURSE on a homemade croissant) and the Picnic Basket salad. The salad has spinach, chicken, red onion, blue cheese, strawberries and pecans. SO GOOD. And then I get extra strawberry vinaigrette dressing to dip my pretzel stick into - not the healthiest habit, but I'm addicted, okay? They also brew up my favorite hibiscus iced tea that I wish I could bottle and take home. The lines quickly wrap around out the door but seating usually opens up quickly. Worth the short wait in line or take it to go and do the eat of shame in your car. It's worth it.

They closed this location. Go to the Companion on Clayton Road in Ladue. There are more outside dining options.

I never leave reviews but I had to for this place. I just had the Claytonian breakfast bagel sandwich and oh my god it was the best food I've ever eaten. The bagel was so flavorful and they do such a good job fluffing the eggs they must do something special with them 10/10

I feel badly that I shared a disappointing experience at the former location during Covid. Companion Ladue is one of the best cafes in St. Louis with quality food and the nicest people around.

Companion, I love you. I know COVID is happening. What I'm about to say will not affect my affection for you. I'll still be there a few times per month. Update your menu price if the price has changed. I told two employees that the price I paid was $1 higher than I expected. They said the menus were not all accurate. No apology or anything. Fix that, please. Good thing your avocado toast is the best!

The food is really good however, good luck getting a table during lunch. Since their remodel there are even less tables than before. If it's warm out you might be able to secure a table but that is still iffy.

Good food, great soup mushroom and onion . I had a bagel but the soup came with a bread choice. Next time, I would just get the soup and save room for the delicious ginger cookie it was a busy place but most of the customers were taking out orders. Outdoor seating good for larger groups who want to talk. The restaurant is small and noisy.

Companion is the key to my heart. I can have this place for lunch two days in a row and still crave it the next day. My go-to: The Frenchie with extra sprouts and Dijon mustard (the sauce boss strikes again) and one of the soups of the day. Today, I ordered the tomato bisque and it was 10/10. To drink I had the Arnold Palmer and even though it's 45°, my family and I ate outside. The food was great and the soup kept me perfectly warm. The parking can sometimes be a bit tricky around lunch time (12pm-1pm) but the food is always worth the commotion. My mom is friends with the owner and it is inspiring to see her there every day bussing tables. It goes to show you no matter how successful you are, working hard can bring just as much joy. This place is the definition of a consistent, delicious and heart-warming restaurant.

I was excited to try companion for the 1st time today. It was a beautiful day outside and perfect for patio seating. My mother in law and I went for lunch. There was a very long line almost out the door, but we did not mind waiting. It took a few minutes, but we were ok. Once we got close to the front a man would walk down the line and was taking orders , but was not writing anything down. He then would go and tell the orders to the people making the food. It was a bit chaotic and there was a tone of people working, but it just was not organized. I finally got to the cashier and had to tell him what I ordered. We ordered 2 Lotto You Pick 2's. The cashier was looking around for my food and only had the soup ready. He gave me the soup and the 2 pretzels for the order. He said that someone would bring us the remaining food. I asked how they would know whom to bring it to so he took my name. My MIL and I went outside and sat at a table and waited. No one had come out with the rest of our food. So I went inside and let another cashier know that I had not received my food. She went and looked around and finally found my sandwich that went to the soup I received a while earlier. I asked where the other order was. She went back to try and find / help, but nothing was made. I then bring my sandwich outside to the table and walk back to try and see if the other portion of our order was ready. They still cannot find it and I am watching people that had been in the line after me get their food. I finally get the salad portion, but then still have to wait for the sandwich. The salad had no dressing either. The cashier was apologetic and had given me some cookies, but at that point we may have been there about an hour and still had not had both meals together. It was a very poor experience.

This is an amazing little place with great sandwiches, fair prices, a ton of offerings and a hospitable staff. I enjoyed the first sandwich I had here so much that I came back the next day to try another. I've heard that the salads here are amazing as well and have every intention of trying them and their breakfast. This is a place that I'll be frequenting a ton going forward.

We got breakfast here after another spot was closed on Monday. I was visiting St. Louis and didn't realize this was a chain. Regardless, the food was great! I was in the mood for a breakfast sandwich and got an Ooh La La (which is kind of a French breakfast sandwich with Brie on Brioche). The bread was amazing (I guess that is what this place in known for). My sister got avocado toast that looked good but plain and was probably a bit overpriced. Regardless, Companion is a great place to grab a quick breakfast and coffee or sit down for a longer meal. I wish we had these in Pennsylvania! I will be back when I visit next time!

Can't believe it's been 6 years since I last reviewed! Always a favorite of mine when I'm looking for lunch - they've got an amazing selection of soup, salad, and sammies. The prom queen, tough love, and picnic basket are regulars in my rotation for salads - pretzel or whole grain still reign supreme for my bread choice. You can't pass up the treats! Cookies, brownies, and granola bites are all amazing ways to end your meal. A bit on the pricier side but portions are generous and ingredients are fresh and real!

Terrible experience at Companion Bread in Ladue! Super expensive, which I wouldn't mind that much if the food and service was exceptional. It was NOT! First off, their setup is awful. You have to stand in a long, slow line like cattle and then - get ready - you had better talk fast and not ask any questions; the hateful servers are Impatient and angry (think Soup Nazi). They expect you to intuit what's available. I decided on a toasted bagel but I can't see the bagel selection without losing my place in line. So I had to ask Groucho if she had sesame seed bagels - she walked a few feet to check and barked "no" and then, without hesitation, took the order of the people behind me as if to say "no bagel for you" - "you had your chance". Then I awkwardly waited for eye contact from another server. Finally someone looks at me and asks for my order. I say "just a toasted poppyseed bagel"...and without using his words, he motions to me that apparently he's not the bagel-serving guy and I should give my order to a third person. Apparently even 1st time customers like me are supposed to know their convoluted protocol. Then when I get to the register, I decide to live dangerously and add a slice of egg quiche. It was terrible (egg foam) and they charged me $9.50 for a torn up square - 2" x 2.5" !!!! THEN he asked if I wanted fruit or ??? or ??? with it. It's so loud and crowded that I can't hear the other 2 options So, in an effort to avoid getting barked at again, I said I'd take fruit. WELL they charged me another $4.50 for it (I thought it came with it!). It was completely inedible- not ripe, hard, and sour. Even the bagel was bad. Bready, not chewy. I ended up taking a few bites and throwing the whole meal away feeling so foolish that I gave them an 18% tip. Never again! They are not my friends, not my buddies, and CERTAINLY not my "Companion".

Great salads! Love that they give you bread for the side! They also have a variety of soups and sandwiches which look very good as well!

We came here for a late lunch on Saturday and it was busy but very easy and fast to order food. I got the Choo Choo chicken sandwich and it was delicious! It had a very light honey mustard sauce and they added banana peppers, bacon, red onions, tomatoes. I think they make their own bread and it made the sandwich! The people taking my order were very nice and explained some of the menu to me. Once I ordered, I went to use the bathroom to wash my hands and literally when I came out, my food was on my table. I don't know how they kept track since they don't hand out table numbers? The place had somewhat tight seating but we had a nice place to sit, eat and chat. The price for the sandwich was also ok for the quality. I'll definitely be back!

Ok, here we go. I am so let down that the Companion in Westport area, that btw was also a training center for future Companionites, closed, the Clayton location closed as well, I used to go there for breakfast when my car would be getting the oil changed down the street. Companion Bread is the best when it comes to breakfast. Today I went to the only location they have in Ladue and had lunch. The lunch was incredible!!! I had the Red October, a sub style sandwich with very tasty and fresh chicken and red peppers, hence the name. The food is incredibly fresh and tasty, the staff work hard and they have enough help, unusual in these times, and the in door seating is a little small, but I could have sat outside, it wasn't too hot/cold today, they have a lot of seating outside. The one letdown was that the self serve soda fountain wasn't operational. St Louis Bread (I refuse to call it Panera) needs to take some lessons from Companion on quality and service. As a St Louis area person, I always saw Companion as a well equipped Cadillac as far as quality and St Louis Bread as a mid level Chevrolet. I genuinely hope that the last remaining Companion stays in business, I don't get down to Ladue often, I happened to go to church in St Louis today and was in the area, I live in St Peters, so it is a drive. However, if I am down that way for lunch, I will definetly visit Companion again. Short story long, I recommend Companion to anyone who would like an outstanding breakfast or lunch. For that sandwich and a large, delicious iced tea, it set me back $15 + tip, in this day, that is not too bad.

Great lunch spot! We sat outside and enjoyed a delicious lunch together today and were so impressed with the food and speed of service! The line went quickly and we had our food by the time we checked out. The bread was so fresh and food was tasty! It was busy on a Sunday at noon but there were plenty of spaces to sit. It was a great amount of food for the price too! Definitely recommend for a lunch spot! Would love to try their breakfast too.

Delicious sandwiches and treats and even better atmosphere. It can get very very busy though so it's a struggle to make it a working lunch like at Bread Co. I would go more if it had more seating and I felt like I could hang out and get my work done.

Perfect lunch spot! Their menu is great, I'm excited to go back and try more! Lots to choose from! I had the chicken in the field sandwich which had their spinach artichoke mix on it- seriously so good! I did the pick 2 with half salad and half sandwich and it was served with bread as well, so plenty of food!

I have been back at least ten times since my previous review. The main thing I want to remark on is the customer service. I cannot think of a negative experience and I often leave with a smile based on my interaction with staff. The women that work the register are just amazing. I love the iced tea- it's quality Unsweet iced tea in a giant cup. Sometimes I go simply for this pick me up. The other thing I've fallen in love with over the past year are their soups. I like some better than others but i haven't disliked any of them. The cowboy chili they have right now is amazing (yes, it's a bit spicy and has some beans). They offer bread with the soup and the bread never disappoints. I also love that they keep fresh butter packets at the register. It's quality butter (Wisconsin woman talking). I've come to love this place and I check out their specials online to see what soup they're offering. My favorites are too many to list. If you want a nice cup of soup this is the spot. They don't just stick to two recipes... they keep the flavor going!

I make a point to frequent this cafe every time I'm in town because of their wonderful food!! I especially love the salad and wide variety of homemade soups (even offered year round regardless of how hot it is) and there are usually 4 to choose from. I love all of their bread choices you may choose for your soup. The pretzel bread and cornbread are outstanding. The service is quick. There is one guy in particular who has worked there for years and is always helpful with a friendly smile. Their tea is delicious and they have plenty of extras to purchase that are quite delicious as well. The patio seating is always packed when it's nice outside and the location of this particular cafe is prime! You won't be sorry with anything you choose! French dip and chicken salad are some faves!!

I absolutely love companion's food! Their Frenchie is the best. Unfortunately my husband and I went in at 2:15 pm the other day to get food to go recently, since they close at 3 pm we didn't want to be rude and wait around. The staff informed us that they couldn't make any hot sandwiches because they had already turned the toaster ovens off... 45 mins before closing. Maybe I'm missing something but that's not what being open for business means in my experience. So sad because we loved this place!

Panera-esk restaurant with multiple locations, offering lots of soup, salad, and sandwich options in a counter service setting. Each meal comes with a choice of bread to accompany it. Their bread and pastries are what they are known for, and they are delicious. I went with my girlfriend around lunchtime on a Monday and it was PACKED! 8.25/10

Horrible service. I am so dissapointed. Employee made my sandwich wrong and screamed at me saying I had to take what she made. This is not how I should be treated when I have to spend 15 dollars to get a simple and plain sandwich for my child. I will not be coming here ever again-companion you just lost a customer of 4 yours.

I love this place! First of all, the food is just superb! The sandwich I always get is so good and never fails to impress! Flavors are always top tier and the individual ingredients are all amazing separately too. Their honey mustard in particular is the perfect blend of spices and flavor and makes any sandwich to die for. Their bakery section is also amazing with so much variety and addicting tastes that make you want to try them all. The lines may be long, but their service is awesome. Always fast and reliable, they've never once gotten my order wrong either! The shop itself is super friendly and cozy, it makes me feel at home! Every worker there is amazingly nice and efficient, they all make me feel so at home. It's like I've known them my whole life! I have never once been to a better place and I always love going there for my lunch break. 10/10!!!