The Annex Coffee and Foods
8122 Big Bend Blvd, St. Louis, MO
Crema's Take
“This St. Louis gem is more than just a coffee shop—it's a curated experience where specialty drinks share shelf space with local artisan goods, imported olive oils, and house-made pastries that draw crowds to both the cozy interior and charming patio. The Annex has perfected the "third space" concept by blending a full-service cafe with a boutique marketplace and even an in-house ice cream parlor, Half-Pint, creating a destination where you could easily lose an afternoon exploring small-batch finds while nursing a thoughtfully crafted coffee. Fair warning: their prices reflect the quality and uniqueness of everything on offer, but reviewers consistently agree it's worth the investment for the vibe alone.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Open late. Wifi.
Google Reviews
The Annex has become one of my favorite places to visit over the years! The coffee is amazing and the employees are all super kind! Stopping in once or twice a week has become such a pleasant break from the routines of daily life
I love Annex Coffee and Foods. Last summer they had their version of a creamsicle as a latte, which so good. They were able to modify one of their current menu options to match exactly what I wanted, which I really appreciated. The gift shop is top-notch too, and I often come…
Really good coffee shop in STL and great vibes. Indoor seating is usually packed, but they have good outside space as well. Overall, a good spot for a coffee/bakery.
Omg. This is a must visit specialty store. They serve coffees, pastries, candles, sandwiches, etc ! They carry international and local goodies. From olives, olive oils, pastas, teas, salsa, to just everything you are wanting for occasions. I absolutely love this gem.…
The Annex is a super cute coffee shop serving a variety of coffees, along with selling lots of cute items, and they even have an ice cream parlor, Half-Pint, inside. This is as close to a “third space” that you could find… you can chit-chat, study, get ice cream, or purchase…
The Annex: Huge flavor, huge variety, and yuuuuge prices Bigger isn’t always better — and a perfect example of that is The Annex. It’s a bakery of big extremes, and it’s big on both the positives and the negatives. The Annex outshines its competition by being in the top…
Crema Reviews
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