Pass the Past Coffee
4740 McPherson Ave, St. Louis, MO
Crema's Take
“Tucked behind a vintage clothing boutique in the Central West End, this cozy coffee shop is a neighborhood gem that feels like discovering a secret waiting room between past and present. The skilled baristas craft both comforting traditional espresso drinks and creative specialty beverages like their standout Matcha Coconut Refresher, while the thoughtfully plated desserts elevate your visit into something genuinely special. It's the kind of place where the owners have clearly built real community connection, making every visitor feel instantly welcomed into something larger than just a coffee stop.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee.
Google Reviews
Great vibes, great product. I will be back. This Banana strawberry Matcha is fantastic. The music was definitely surprisingly wonderful ( smino & Bo Dean)
The pastries can be good when they actually have them. Seemed like only one person was working the entire shop, so they couldn't bring up more pastries. When I first started coming here the banana bread and vanilla brown sugar lattes were fantastic. I don't know if the recipe…
Upon entering the shop, I was extremely confused. The front of the place is a botique while the back section is where the coffee shop is. If you are looking for a coffee shop where you can sit down, (I never am, but a lot of people are) you will be very disappointed. After…
Pass the Past Coffee is warm, welcoming, and full of character. The coffee is rich and delicious, and the staff make you feel instantly at home. I also love that they sell vintage clothing. It adds a fun and unexpected touch, and the pieces are genuinely great finds. A perfect…
Oh my gosh, I love Pass the Past Coffee! I've lived in CWE for a couple of years now but I haven't felt like part of the community or neighborhood until Erica and Eugene opened the coffee shop! The staff are very kind, knowledgeable, and always eager to share their favorites and…
Visited Pass the Past Coffee today! It was so hot outside and I was in need of a refreshing drink. The Matcha Coconut Refresher was the perfect drink! I ordered mine with strawberry syrup. The drink was so pretty when served and tastes amazing! Kennedy was so welcoming and kind!…
Crema Reviews
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