First Watch

Bowood by Niche is a brunch-focused restaurant in St. Louis, MO, located at 4605 Olive St. The space pairs a plant nursery and gift shop with indoor and outdoor seating, and abundant natural light. Reservations are popular and encouraged. Menu highlights include pancakes, cacio e pepe eggs, Maryland Crab Benedict, the Vermont cheddar waffle, and French toast bread pudding, plus bright cocktails.

The London Tea Room offers refined afternoon tea in a bright, cozy space with chandeliers. Guests praise the wide tea selection, attentive service, and a well-curated gift shop. Highlights include coronation chicken salad, cucumber sandwiches, savories and desserts. Reservations are recommended, with on-site parking in a park-adjacent, upscale neighborhood.

Zia's on The Hill is an Italian restaurant in St. Louis, MO. Guests praise a warm, welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and generous portions. Dishes highlighted include linguine con pesce, veal, carbonara, calamari fritti, toasted ravioli, and a fresh house salad. The Hill’s classic Italian-family vibe and friendly staff make Zia's a cozy, busy dining spot with street parking often used and parking sometimes tight.

Katsuya STL is a quick-service Japanese restaurant in University City offering chicken, pork, and cheese katsu sets, tofu katsu, curry, and bento boxes with several side dishes. Reviews highlight fast, hot, well-prepared food, generous portions, and flavorful sauces, along with friendly, helpful staff. The modern, clean interior adds to a warm dining experience.

Songbird is a St. Louis restaurant known for standout brunch and breakfast. Located at 3153 Morgan Ford Rd, the venue blends high-quality food with a calm, welcoming vibe. Reviews highlight owner Chris's dedication to customer service and local producers, a spacious new location with outdoor seating, gluten-free options, and reservations.

Fleur de Thé is a fine dining restaurant and tea house in St. Louis, located at 4168 Juniata St, St. Louis, MO 63116. It offers afternoon tea with four distinct menus and a selection of about 25 teas. Guests praise an elegant, inviting atmosphere, attentive family-run service, and beautifully presented bites on three-tier stands. The staff tailor tea flights to individual palates, making every visit memorable.