Speakeasy Café

Katie Stevens

month ago

I love this little coffee shop! The service is fantastic. I came in for a second time ever and the owner recognized me and remembered my drink order from the first time I had come in. The place is gorgeous and I love the avocado toast with hard boiled eggs. Overall excellent and I enjoy going back every time.

Stephen Korte

3 months ago

Wonderful experience inside and out. First when I walked in I was greeted by a really polite barista and she offered to take my order. I got the biscuits and gravy and a latte. Needless to say both were wonderful. I decided to check out the shop and to my surprise the basement was rather quaint and cozy. Multiple small watering fountains and chess boards accompanied with a nice selection of smooth jazz on the speaker playing quietly. I had a wonderful Friday morning at the speakeasy and intend on going back every week for the foreseeable future!

Claddagh 9

11 months ago

The miserable weather finally broke & I needed to get out. This little place was close & I stopped in, not expecting to find such a charming & unique coffee spot! The owners were very friendly, the latte was hot & I wanted to explore. The basement has a Lion, Witch & the Wardrobe theme to it along with your classic speakeasy decor. Play chess downstairs or walk through the wardrobe to find another room to have a cosy conversation. Today would be a perfect day to sit outside in the shade of their covered patio to catch up with friends or meet for a date. I only had coffee but they did have some specials for a light lunch. There should be more people tbh ❤️. Please come here to enjoy a cup of coffee ☕️

Ken Webb

10 months ago

Great chill cafe, with plenty of nooks and crannies. Established in an alleged actual prohibition era speakeasy, the decor and layout fit the bill. Eccentricities abound. Didn't try the food, only came for coffee. Two iced coffees, black, for a hot day and they were excellent. Plenty of flavored offerings and full espresso menu, too. They had ice cream, donuts, pastries, and overheard savory options, too. Definitely a place to hole up on a hot day in the well decorated basement to stay cool. Enjoy a thick, high back chair and relax.

Shannon Laine Smock

8 months ago

Stopped in for a coffee meeting and immediately felt like I’d found one of St. Louis’s best-kept secrets. Speakeasy Café has this wonderfully eclectic vibe. And then there’s the wardrobe. Yes, an actual wardrobe with a hidden room. It’s straight out of Narnia, only instead of snow and lampposts, you’ll find a cozy little space that feels made for great conversation and creative ideas. Curious if they rent this space out or if it can be reserved in the evenings. I had a hot tea. The staff couldn’t have been nicer, and the whole atmosphere just invites you to stay awhile. I came for a meeting and ended up wishing I didn’t have to leave.

James Stark

month ago

My wife and I walk here once a week for a relaxed morning of chess with a quality cappuccino. I don't visit a ton of coffee shops stateside, but in my experience, this place has the best cappuccino outside Italy. Love the atmosphere, and the owner's an amazing dude who's always up to interesting projects that respect the history of the buildings (this coffee shop was an actual speakeasy back in the day). And their bakery items are amazing, too.

David Ortega

3 months ago

Had a quick company meeting here. Great spot, I love the basement decor. Chicken sandwich was delicious, protein coffee was awesome, service was remarkable.

Asherr

month ago

This is such a cool place to visit! I've been there multiple times with friends and it's always wonderful. It's easy to walk to from my place and it fits perfectly in the neighborhood. The woman running the place was so nice and super chill💛. The vibe and aesthetic was incredible and sooooooo gorgeous, seriously 🩷! Delicious food and drinks on top of that, absolutely what a great place to visit. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jarred Pasley

month ago

I don’t leave reviews often, but this place absolutely deserves it. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming, clean, and relaxing. The staff was genuinely friendly and took the time to make recommendations instead of rushing me through the line. The coffee was easily some of the best I’ve had — smooth, rich, and made perfectly. You can tell they care about quality and consistency. The food and pastries were fresh, and the overall vibe makes it the kind of place you want to sit and stay awhile. Whether you’re grabbing a quick cup before work or meeting up with friends, this coffee shop nails the experience. Great people, amazing coffee, and outstanding customer service. Definitely one of my new favorite spots. ☕🔥 10/10 all around the board!

Ed Hearn

6 months ago

​Let’s start by saying that we’ve been trying out new cafes around town lately. After searching Google Maps, we found Speakeasy Cafe today, and I have to say, I am incredibly happy with this find. ​When we first walked in, I was a bit surprised by how small the space seemed. However, we were instantly greeted in the friendliest way! They asked if it was our first time, told us a little bit about the place, and it turns out they have an amazing seating area downstairs. ​We decided on breakfast sandwiches and a couple of coffees. After we ordered, they told us to find a spot and they would bring the food to us. The service was wonderful—everyone was so genuinely kind. ​As we explored the space and found a seat, the food arrived. We were impressed by the presentation alone! The sandwich was a "WOW" moment: it was served on a croissant with eggs, two turkey patties, and a delicious cream cheese spread. My wife and I were shocked by how good it was, especially since we’d ordered without even knowing exactly what was on it. It was well worth it. ​We actually went back upstairs after eating just to tell them how amazing everything was and to ask what was in the sandwich because it was so unique and tasty. ​I highly suggest trying Speakeasy if you get the chance. Don’t let the initial look of the neighborhood or the exterior worry you; it almost turned us away at first, but I’m so glad we looked past that. There was nothing to worry about at all. We walked out very impressed with the full experience. I even told my wife I had to take pictures specifically for a Google review!