Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Belleville

"Located on the corner of Southwest Avenue and Abbott Place, just a stone’s throw from Maplewood, Missouri, this popular brunch spot features traditional diner items with Tex-Mex flair. Featuring everything from buttermilk-cornmeal pancakes to carne adovada (red chile-braised pork shoulder), Southwest Diner has something for everyone. While there are plenty of delicious options, we recommend Jonathan's Famous Fiery Scramble, a generous platter of spicy, cheesy scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, home fries and toast."

"Southwest Diner was established in 2011 by Jonathan Jones and Anna Sidel who started out selling their breakfast tacos at the local farmer’s market using the same business name. They opened their diner later in June 2012. Southwest Diner serves all types of Mexican food, such as posole, tamales, tortas and enchiladas, as well as diner classics like pancakes, scrambles, burgers and BLTs."

"Simple, solid Southwestern fare is executed with precision and flair in a classic diner setting. Favorites include a New Mexico–style breakfast burrito and Jonathan’s Famous Fiery Scramble. $, 101 Best Restaurants 2016, American, American Southern, Outdoor Seating, South City, Tex-Mex"

"SweetArt has become a staple both in the Shaw neighborhood and in St. Louis' vegan and vegetarian community. Whether you are looking for a vegan sweet – a raspberry-lemon cupcake, cinnamon roll or fudge brownie – or a vegan dish – like the signature Sweet Burger or a Philly "cheezesteak" – SweetArt has food that will satisfy both vegans and carnivores alike."

"Sweet Art wows the St. Louis community with its devotion to “scratch-made deliciousness” and treating their costumer’s needs. With a good list of vegan brownies, bars, pies, cookies, and cakes. The cherry on top about Sweet Art is that most of their desserts are also available vegan (vegan sticky pecan buns featured above) and gluten free options."

"Bakeshop and art studio run by the husband-and-wife team of Cbabi Bayoc (art) and his wife Reine (sweet) also serves vegetarian lunch items, most built around a delicious vegetarian burger. Both the art and the food are top-notch. Open W-Sa 9 am-6 pm."

"Enjoy casual fare including lunch options and snacks crafted with creativity in our quick-service cafe. Hours are 10am – 4pm Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday and Sunday, and 10am – 8pm on Friday. The Cafe MenuDownload File"

"This family-run coffee shop has been going for the last six years or so and is one of the best you will find in the city. Their family spirit comes out in the service and the atmosphere, as they treat everyone like family themselves. This is a very warm and welcoming place, where everyone and anyone can sip on their specialty coffee, eat a freshly made pastry, and feel like you are in your own living room."

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"Ever since I've moved to Maplewood last year, I have been coming to Living Room for a quick bite or a needed caffeine buzz. I love their rotating lunch…”more"

"Rooster, St. Louis restaurateur Dave Bailey’s crêpe and brunch spot, first got its start in Downtown St. Louis. Due to the flagship location’s overwhelming success, Bailey parked the second outpost in Tower Grove, the neighborhood where he and his family lived for almost a decade. Stop in the sleek and modern restaurant – designed by the pros at SPACE Architecture – for either the all-day menu, served seven days a week, or weekend brunch, on offer on Saturday and Sunday."

"The Scottish Arms styles itself as “a proper Scottish pub,” and as you’d expect, it stocks an notable selection of single-malt scotch and whiskey. The Central West End bar also serves up traditional Scottish dishes, such as scotch eggs, haggis, bangers and mash, and fish and chips. Stop in for a pint and enjoy some hospitality straight from the Scottish Highlands."

"You simply cannot miss the award winning, nationally acclaimed BBQ at the retro, family-run Roper’s Ribs. Their delicious meats are hand-rubbed with a special blend of spices and slowly smoked for 12 hours with hickory wood for an intense flavor. Stop in and try a Slab of Ribs St. Louis Style, BBQ Rib Tis, or a combo to sample a bit of everything!"

"If you get the opportunity to visit just one bar in St Louis, then make sure you choose this. Although it is called Venice Cafe, it is actually a bar. The entire bar has been decorated with paraphernalia and pictures."

"It's nothing like you've seen before with bright colored mosaics and folk art that covers all the walls. There are fairy lights, lanterns and license plates hanging from the ceiling. No two tables are the same!"

"If you’re looking for the most fun things to do in St. Louis, Missouri, then the city’s Venice Café might be just right up your alley."

"An array of red bricked buildings stands side by side, grim and strong against a backdrop of blue sky and green grass. Sometimes, you’ll see fighter planes soaring up above while soldiers train on the lawns below them. Steeped in history and fascinating facts, stands the Jefferson Barracks Historic Park."

"This historic park is focused on Missouri’s military and civil war history. In addition to a large park with trails 7 picnic shelters, you’ll find museums & military exhibits to explore. This is not an exhaustive list of free things to do in St. Louis."

"Like a fairytale castle dedicated to the Christian son of God, the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis is both a stunning piece of craftsmanship as well as a tranquil, sober place of worship. Its green domes shine in the St. Louis sun and match the colour of the lush green trees growing around the church which softly frame the cathedral. Plans for the cathedral began under the Archbishop Peter Ri...Read more"

"Southwest of the Gateway Arch is the Old Cathedral, the Catholic Basilica of St. Louis of France. Built from 1831 to 1834 on the site of the first church of St. Louis (1770), it survived the 1849 fire unscathed. On the west side of the cathedral is the Old Cathedral Museum, covering the history of the city."

"Also known as the Old Cathedral, the Basilica of St. Louis, King of France is the oldest building in the City of St. Louis. It sits in the morning shadow of the Gateway Arch and is an important piece of St. Louis history. The church was built between 1831 and 1834."