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Bowood by Niche

4.8 (136)
$30 and under
American
4605 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63108-1816

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Bowood by Niche

4.8
$30 and under
American
Central West End

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 76 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
At Bowood by Niche, we’re inspired by the beauty of nature, the rhythms of the seasons, and the simple pleasure of a thoughtfully prepared meal. Tucked inside Bowood Farms in the Central West End, our café offers a light-filled, garden-adjacent setting perfect for everything from a relaxed weekday breakfast to a lively weekend brunch. Led by James Beard Award-winning chef Gerard Craft, Bowood celebrates local ingredients and heartfelt hospitality in equal measure, inviting guests to slow down, savor, and connect in a space where food and community flourish.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 08:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 08:00–09:00
  • Contact
    info@bowoodbyniche.com
  • Website
    https://bowoodbyniche.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gerard Craft
  • Private party facilities
    Bowood by Niche offers private evening events in a serene, plant-filled setting with seasonal menus and exclusive use of the restaurant. (Bowood is not available for brunch events.)
  • Private party contact
    Madi Keller: (314) 467-0177
  • Location
    4605 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63108-1816
  • Area
    Central West End
  • Parking Details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(136)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • St. Louis

    Best Ambience

  • St. Louis

    Great for brunch

  • St. Louis

    American

  • Downtown

    Best Overall

  • Downtown

    Best Food

  • Downtown

    Best Ambience

  • Downtown

    Best Value

  • Downtown

    Great for brunch

  • Downtown

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Downtown

    Great for scenic views

  • Downtown

    American

  • Downtown

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bowood by Niche shines as a "neighborhood gem" with its "fantastic all-round dining experience." Guests rave about the "amazing brunch" featuring "fresh ingredients" and standout dishes like "Crab Cakes Benedict" and "Vermont cheddar waffle." The "botanical vibe," "friendly staff," and "beautiful atmosphere" make it a "must-visit" spot in St. Louis.
136 Reviews

  1. Katherine

    Chicago / Illinois26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice brunch menu and good food. The garden ambience is nice on a gray day. Service was fine, relaxed.

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  2. Julie

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love everything about this restaurant. The ambiance, the food, the service and the vibe.

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  3. Shannon Gold

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing brunch and will definitely return! Fresh ingredients and the pancake was next level!

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  4. Merry

    St. Louis10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Actually, we were surprised. The last time we ate at Bowood, it was wonderful... this time not so good.

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  5. Therese

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was AMAZING and the food was great! Thank you for a wonderful afternoon!

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  6. kevin

    Seattle / Eastern Washington19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best breakfast spot in St Louis, wonderful pancakes, nice relaxed setting. Great waitstaff, very friendly

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  7. Dakota Gold

    Unspecified8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely an amazing place. My wife and I went for brunch on a Sunday. The staff was auper helpful as it turned out our reservation was for Monday and not Sunday. If you book past 12am it automatically bumps to the next day. Anyway, they moved it for us and got us in within 10 mintues. The space is amazing, full of flowers, pots and tons of cool items for a garden. The food was fantastic, we got the egg toast, Vermont cheddar waffle and the donut balls on whipped ricotta which they only do on weekends. Everything was fantastic, I would eat that all again except everything looks so good so I would recommend getting as much as you can. 10/10 would go back.

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  8. Terry

    St. Louis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services were amazing!!! The ambience, server and the flower garden were amazing....

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  9. Craig

    St. Louis5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had brunch on a Saturday morning with nice weather, so we opted to sit at an outside table, which is a fun and unique atmosphere, sitting near the Bowoods garden & supply area. We each had versions of Eggs Benedict, one typical, and one with crab cakes as the base. We enjoyed the taste and presentation of both. Our waiter was helpful and attentive. Reservations were very helpful. Without one, people were waiting about an hour when we arrived.

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  10. Nagawa

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choices and delicious food. The garden and plant inspired ambience is fantastic. The service is friendly and efficient.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 08:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 08:00–09:00
  • Contact
    info@bowoodbyniche.com
  • Website
    https://bowoodbyniche.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gerard Craft
  • Private party facilities
    Bowood by Niche offers private evening events in a serene, plant-filled setting with seasonal menus and exclusive use of the restaurant. (Bowood is not available for brunch events.)
  • Private party contact
    Madi Keller: (314) 467-0177
  • Location
    4605 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63108-1816
  • Area
    Central West End
  • Parking Details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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FAQs

Bowood by Niche, Brunch daily 8:00 am–2:00 pm; Happy Hour Monday–Thursday 8:00 am–9:00 am.

Weekends are the go-to for Bowood by Niche, guests frequently praise weekend brunch and recommend making reservations in advance.

Yes, Bowood by Niche welcomes private gatherings; private parties are allowed.

Yes, Bowood by Niche's garden-adjacent, greenhouse-like dining room and patio, along with several guests' anniversary and special-evening visits, make it a lovely choice for a special night out.

Yes, Bowood offers outdoor garden/patio seating, and guests frequently mention enjoying meals outside in the garden area.

Bowood by Niche feels like a bright, greenhouse‑adjacent café tucked into a plant shop, light‑filled, full of greenery, and very picture‑perfect. Guests describe a warm, botanical setting with natural light and a relaxed, plant‑lined dining area that makes brunch feel special.

Casual dress, light, comfortable clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Yes, families are welcome: Bowood offers a kids' menu (guests report ordering a toddler's standard breakfast) and multiple reviewers describe visiting with children and family celebrations.

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Bowood by Niche

4.8
$30 and under
American
Central West End

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 76 times today
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