Crema's Take
“St. Louis Coffee World pulls off the rare trick of being both a serious specialty coffee stop and a full Filipino restaurant under one roof, with regulars raving about creative seasonal drinks like their blackberry vanilla oatmilk latte alongside authentic food that actually tastes like it matters. The space itself—all chandeliers, soft seating, and a hidden second large seating area—has genuine charm without feeling precious, which explains why it's become a destination on the Southern Illinois Coffee Trail despite being tucked into a smaller town. Fair warning: it gets genuinely busy, so go prepared to wait or arrive off-peak.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Not a bad place, but they are busy. Had kalderetta and was disappointed. No peanut butter flavor, no potatoes or carrots. We wait an hour and to have the foot lacking flavor, was a huge let down. Their rice was ok, but a little dry. Also be aware of the cost. It was $19 for…
This coffee shop is more than meets the eye. They have a second large seating area that accommodates a large number of people. The main coffee shop side has a quaint small town feel to it which is relaxing. Seasonal specials with cute names. I went more than once on a short…
This was my first stop on the 2025 Southern Illinois Coffee Trail and it did not disappoint! I tried one of the lattes on the specials board - blackberry vanilla oatmilk latte and got my first stamp in the passport book along with a discount ($1 off). The coffee trail app did…
Oh my goodness, this Lil Gem is amazing. They have coffee, Boba, lunch, breakfast. Then they have a whole separate menu for Filipino food. This place is just amazing. The vibe is wonderful. The building itself just has character. Then come to find I know the owner... Makes it…
✨ Absolutely loved discovering St. Louis Coffee World in downtown Lebanon! This cozy but spacious café has a casual, welcoming vibe and just the right touch of charm — think chandeliers, soft seating, and historic brick walls. I stopped in for coffee takeout and had to try…
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