Protagonist Cafe

I almost don’t want to rate them this high cuz I don’t want it to get so crowded for when I go there. :). I love the old style, literary vibe of the place with couches and tables to work. Only coffee place open on a Sunday past 4pm as well. I’ll be coming g back despite living in West County

Amazing coffeeshop. Cold brew was excellent. And so was the playlist. I never get to have an experience with a pop punk acoustic playlist. Was fun to connect with the barista on the music.

My favorite coffee shop in the city and super nice baristas! Sam is a great GM who makes a very pleasant and welcoming experience for all guests. I appreciate that they still require masks :) Spinach and feta croissants are my fav, and they have an awesome rewards program for regular customers!! I can’t recommend enough.

Love the coffee and vibes here, very whimsical! Staff are also friendly and nice.

Really great coffee options (including a nice boozy coffee selection for adults). I got the Edgar Allen Poe espresso that had some magical combo of espresso, kahlua, caramel, and Irish whiskey (if I recall correctly. Yum! Loved the atmosphere... Cute shop, comfy couches to hang out on, kind staff.

Coffee, wine, books… oh my! What more could a caffeine-soaked bibliophile dream of? Honestly, cute little coffee shop with some top notch desserts.

Guest Wifi literally never works. Coffee is okay, good pastries.

I was on my way to another coffee shop when my friend and I passed this storefront and decided to try it out instead. Great decision! The coffee was perfect. I got a vanilla latte and my friend tried the raspberry white chocolate latte which sounded disgusting but was actually quite tasty. The service was great! The cashier was very patient as we took time to look over the menu and both gentlemen behind the counter had smiles the whole time we were there. It was a bit crowded, but my friend and I still enjoyed talking in a comfortable atmosphere. The book selection was so vast. It's only 10 minutes from Wash Ave. so I'll definitely be back.

Excellent coffee shop and wonderful place to bring friends, dates, or family!

This coffee shop is also very pet friendly, so bring your furry family members here! 🐕

books, coffee, pastries, a cozy place to read. i cannot want much more in life.