When you think of the food capitals in the United States, your mind probably goes to big coastal cities like New York or Portland, Oregon. You might not expect to find a food haven in St. Louis, Missouri, but the city has an up-and-coming food scene that rivals the country’s major players! Over the last few years, exciting new restaurants have been opening in St. Louis, earning the city a spot on Food and Wine magazine’s list. One of the best ways to experience a little bit of everything a restaurant has to offer is at a buffet. Fortunately, the eateries in St. Louis have plenty of buffet options, especially for brunch. So pack your bags and choose among the city’s top accommodations, such as romantic hotels and hotels with balconies, for a place to stay. Whether you’re fueling up for a day of sightseeing or kicking off your Sunday Funday with bottomless mimosas, here are 10 of the best brunch buffet spots in St. Louis, Missouri.
1. Cinder House
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Located atop the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown St. Louis, Cinder House offers cuisine and atmosphere that is literally elevated above everything else. Headed by James Beard Award-Winning chef Gerard Craft, the menu specializes in wood-fired foods that are internationally inspired but rooted in American Southern flavors. They offer breakfast daily, and but the real treat is Sunday Asado brunch from 10am - 3pm. Inspired by South American cuisine, the buffet features multiple different kinds of meat, made-to-order omelets and egg dishes, and local vegetables cooked over an open flame.
Cinder House
Address: 999 N 2nd St, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA
Website: Cinder House
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 6:30am - 10:45am, 11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 10pm; Sun: 6:30am - 10:45am, 11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 9pm
2. Cafe Madeleine
Editor’s note: establishment is permanently closed
Brunch is only served at Cafe Madeleine the first Sunday of a month, between 10am - 2pm, but if you happen to be in St. Louis on that day it is well worth it to make a reservation. Located in the Palm House, you will be dining in a piece of history: the building is the oldest greenhouse west of the Mississippi River and dates back to 1878. The setting is breathtaking, with flourishing flowers and a pond outside the building, and plants and statues throughout the interior. A delicious brunch is served buffet-style, with French-inspired options including omelets, pastries, and of course Madeleine cookies. You’ll get a complimentary glass of champagne with the buffet as well as coffee or tea.
Cafe Madeleine
Address: 4256 Magnolia Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110
Website: Cafe Madeleine
Opening hours: Sun: 10am - 2pm (no brunch from Mon - Sat)
3. MoKaBe's Coffeehouse
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
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Posted by MoKaBe's Coffeehouse on Wednesday, January 6, 2021
You can’t have brunch without great coffee. Head over to MoKaBe’s Coffeehouse for an array of coffee options that will appeal to even the pickiest coffee drinker! They have many traditional espresso options and more than a dozen specialty latte flavors. The drinks menu pairs well with their Sunday buffet brunch from 9am to 1pm. The buffet is vegetarian, which means non-meat eaters won’t have to pick around the buffet to fill their plates.
MoKaBe's Coffeehouse
Address: 3606 Arsenal Street, Saint Louis, MO 63116
Website: MoKaBe’s Coffeehouse
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 8am - 11pm; Sun: 9am - 11pm
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4. Eclipse Restaurant
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
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Posted by Moonrise Hotel on Monday, April 26, 2021
One of the best things to do in St. Louis is to experience an out-of-this-world dining experience at the Eclipse Restaurant. Located in the Moonrise Hotel, the menu offers a contemporary American cuisine with a cosmic flair. Eat in the stylish restaurant, with lots of moon-themed decors, or catch sight of the real thing up on the rooftop terrace and bar. Eclipse offers brunch buffets for special occasions like Mother’s Day, Easter, and on Saturdays & Sundays between 9am to 2pm. You’ll get endless amounts of their delicious cuisine, and you can add on bottomless mimosas or Bloody Mary’s too!
Eclipse Restaurant
Address: 6117 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112
Website: Eclipse Restaurant
Opening hours: 6:30am - 3am (daily)
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5. Vin de Set
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Vin de Set is a French restaurant that was born after the owners’ trip to Provence in 2004. They were inspired to bring approachable French dishes to St. Louis, and this place has become one of the city’s most popular rooftop restaurants. The menu is made from fresh ingredients, many of which are grown locally–in fact, they come from the restaurant’s own urban farm and hydroponic greenhouse! Taste the array of all Vin de Set offers at their Sunday buffet brunch between 10am and 1pm. Sip a complimentary mimosa or whip up a unique drink at the Bloody Mary bar while noshing on hand-carved prime rib, made to order waffles and more.
Vin de Set
Address: 2017 Chouteau Ave. St. Louis, MO 63103
Website: Vin de Set
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am – 10pm; Fri: 11am - 12am; Sat: 5pm - 12am; Sun: 5pm - 10pm (closed on Mon)
6. Brasilia Bar & Restaurant
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
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Posted by Brasilia on Friday, October 16, 2020
Brasilia is the place to go in St. Louis if you’re craving Brazilian cuisine. This restaurant offers a daily lunch buffet, which is a steal for just USD 11.95 per person! Much like other spots on this list, Sunday is the day when the buffet options at Brasilia really shine between 11am and 2:30pm. The Sunday brunch buffet has Brazilian dishes like Churrasco grilled meat and pineapple alongside classic American dishes. For just a few dollars more, check out the dinner buffet, where you’ll have your choice of mouthwatering meats like Picanha steak, bacon-wrapped filet mignon, and smoked beef sausage.
Brasilia Bar & Restaurant
Address: 3212 South Grand Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63118
Website: Brasilia Bar & Restaurant
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 2pm; 5pm - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 2pm, 5pm - 10pm; Sun: 11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 9pm (closed on Mon)
7. The Preston
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
At this inventive New American restaurant, you can enjoy a cozy and chic atmosphere as you dine on small plates and entrees. The Preston serves all three meals, as well as an array of drinks and desserts. At breakfast time, you can choose from their reasonably priced buffet with everything from hot dishes like eggs and sausage to lighter fare like cereals and yogurt. If you’d rather focus on one dish, they also have plenty of breakfast entrees and a la carte items to choose from. You may also try their Sunday brunch buffet but be aware that it is quite expensive.
The Preston
Address: 212 N. Kingshighway Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
Website: The Preston
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 6am - 11am, 5pm - 10pm; Sat - Sun: 6am - 12pm, 5pm – 10pm
8. SqWires Restaurant & Annex
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
The charming Lafayette Square neighborhood is where you’ll find SqWires Restaurant. Housed in a gorgeously renovated factory building, the restaurant retains aspects of its 19th-century architecture while feeling modern. The food is similarly classic American fare with a cutting edge, perfect for the city’s food lovers. There is no better place for a foodie than a brunch buffet, and SqWires offers one on both Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 2pm. For some fun things to do alone, mix your own Bloody Mary or mimosa while listening to live music!
SqWires Restaurant & Annex
Address: 1415 South 18th Street, St Louis, MO 63104
Website: SqWires Restaurant & Annex
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri: 11am - 11pm; Sat: 8am - 11pm; Sun: 8am - 2pm (closed on Mon)
9. Ari's Restaurant & Bar
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Posted by Ari's Restaurant & Bar on Thursday, October 1, 2020
For traditional Greek eats, head over to Ari’s Restaurant, which has two locations in St. Louis. Both serve delicious Greek dishes ranging from spanakopita, tzaztike, and gyros to lamb chops and chicken kabobs. If you have picky eaters, they’ll be pleased to see familiar dishes like burgers, wings, pizza, and pasta on the menu too. The best value you can get at Ari’s is their Saturday and Sunday brunch buffet between 8am and 1pm. For less than USD 10 a person, you can eat as much as you can and get complimentary coffee and tea, too!
Ari's Restaurant & Bar
Address: 3101 Hampton Saint Louis, MO, 63139
Website: Ari’s Restaurant & Bar
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11am - 10pm; Sat - Sun: 8am - 10pm
10. The Bloom Cafe
Editor’s note: establishment is permanently closed
You can’t go wrong with a classic brunch buffet, and that’s what you’ll get at Cafe Bloom. This charming spot offers an all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch with classics like eggs, breakfast potatoes, and pastries. There are also special items you can only get at Cafe Bloom during their brunch buffet, like London broil, an omelet bar, and biscuits and gravy. The whole thing is affordable, even more so with tea, coffee, or soft drinks included. They also offer a full menu of mixed drinks and beer to go with the buffet!
The Bloom Cafe
Address: 5200 Oakland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Website: The Bloom Cafe
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 7am - 3:30pm; Sun: 10am - 2pm
A food destination with lots to do
St. Louis isn’t just a gastro-travel destination: the Gateway City has tons of things to see and do. A must-see is the city’s famous Gateway Arch, which has a museum about westward expansion. Music lovers can visit the National Blues Museum or Scott Joplin House. Other museums include the St. Louis Art Museum. St. Louis Zoo, and the City Museum, which has a Ferris wheel and a slide on the roof. A brunch buffet is just the start of your adventures in St. Louis!
For more dining scenes, check out some authentic Mexican restaurants and farm-to-table restaurants also found in the city.
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