Catalyst Coffee Bar — Restaurant in St. Louis

Think the planet is spinning a little too fast today for you? Want to step off for just a moment and collect your thoughts before stepping back into the fray? Then head over to Catalyst Coffee Bar. Inside you will find yourself in a place that doesn't only serve hot and cold coffee drinks, but a place where Art is everywhere…on the walls, in the coffee itself and sometimes even on the sidewalk outside. A wonderful representation of Regional Artist’s, possibly your own neighbors…showing their creativity at its best through all-juried Art exhibitions alongside Art Saint Louis who owns and operates Catalyst Coffee Bar. You’ll find comfy seating, areas to gather a group for a meeting, inspiring music along with the melodic sounds of coffee being tamped and the beckoning call of the steam wand inviting you to stay longer. Because it’s all located in an urban downtown setting, the mix of people at Catalyst Coffee Bar is a wonderful showcase of diversity that celebrates personality and lifestyle. This is a cozy environment that allows for inspiring open conversations with strangers who are all brought together by a charming ambience of creativity. Catalyst Coffee Bar has free Wi-Fi, is dog friendly and is a casual landing place that invites you into a sophisticated warm sense...

Cannot recommend highly enough! I stopped in before the March for Our Lives rally, with a knot in my stomach and sadness in my heart, and one of the employees was singing to "Love Shack." You just can't be upset when someone is singing "You're WHAT?! Tiiiiin roof--busted!" 😅

I thanked them for their levity and mentioned what I was doing. The other employee complimented my protest sign, and I had a cup of their incredible Calm Your Tummy tea (which largely worked). I mentioned, quite serious, that I might be back later having a panic attack because I was very emotional about this march. And they said, "There's a couch back there in the art gallery." 🥺 Just like that. They were that kind to everyone through the door.

And I did go back after the rally, though I'd staved off the panic attack and just cried a LOT, and got a cup of iced tea that soothed my soul. I will always try to stop by when I'm downtown in the future. I didn't ask their names, but I could tell the employees there are wonderful people, and they really...

For my first time in this place, I brought my friend from Michigan with me and we purchased a little bit of everything to get a good taste of what the food was like. Everything was amazing, but most notable is the quiche and the muffins. The muffins were the perfect texture and moisture and the quiche was very savory. As far as beverages go, all coffee concoctions are signature to Mississippi Mud but I opted for the much suggested Mud Slap. I am a person who enjoys the raw taste of coffee and I don't much go for anything other than a cup of black coffee, however, this latte is very well balanced in taste. You can still appreciate the taste of the roast with a hint of chocolate. If you come to visit you will have to allow an additional 15 to 20 minutes to view the art that is displayed in the back of the shop. A new exhibit comes about every 6 weeks and is a relaxing and stimulating way to end your experience. I am completely sold on returning to Mississippi Mud...