Historic Kimmswick continues to grow in all the right ways. Between the long-standing favorites and charming small-town atmosphere, several new businesses have recently opened or expanded into town, giving visitors even more reasons to spend the day shopping, sipping, and strolling through our charming town.
Here are a few of the newest additions making waves in Kimmswick in 2026:
Frenchy’s Cafe & Creperie
One of Kimmswick’s newest dining additions, Frenchy’s Cafe & Creperie brings a cozy European-inspired feel to town with sweet and savory crepes, coffee, pastries, and café-style dining. Visitors can expect a relaxed atmosphere perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon stop while shopping through historic Kimmswick. While still new to the scene, Frenchy’s is already adding another unique flavor to the town’s growing food and beverage lineup. The café-style concept fits perfectly into Kimmswick’s walkable charm and destination-shopping experience.
Behold Coffee
Coffee lovers have a new favorite stop in town with the opening of Behold Coffee at 105 Market Street. The shop reopened in the former Pothos Coffee location and combines specialty coffee, community gathering space, and small-batch roasted coffee from Conductor Coffee. The owners describe the shop as being centered around “coffee, belonging, and the simple goodness of being at the table,” creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors. Guests can expect handcrafted coffee drinks, thoughtfully sourced beans, and a cozy environment that feels right at home in historic Kimmswick. The shop has quickly become a popular stop for morning coffee runs and weekend visitors exploring town.
Sodie Specialty Drinks
Dirty sodas have officially arrived in Kimmswick. Sodie Specialty Drinks opened its walk-up shop at 113 Market Street and has quickly become one of the most talked-about new businesses in town. The business specializes in customizable “dirty sodas,” flavored lemonades, and energy drinks mixed with syrups, creams, fruit flavors, and other creative add-ins. Started by Megan and David Exler, Sodie originally began as a small neighborhood soda stand before growing into a pop-up trailer business and eventually a permanent Kimmswick location. The colorful drinks and fun menu have made it especially popular with families, teens, and visitors looking for a refreshing stop during festivals and shopping trips. The walk-up style concept adds a fun, casual energy to Market Street and brings another unique experience to town.
The Twisted Vine Special Olive Oil and Balsamics
Foodies and home chefs now have another reason to visit Kimmswick with the addition of The Twisted Vine Special Olive Oil and Balsamics. The specialty shop focuses on premium olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, dipping blends, and gourmet cooking products designed for sampling and gift shopping. The store adds another upscale specialty retail experience to Kimmswick’s growing collection of unique boutiques and food-focused shopping destinations. Visitors can explore flavored oils and balsamics while finding perfect gifts, entertaining essentials, and products to take home after a day in town.
Crabby Sandy’s Emporium
Crabby Sandy’s Emporium brings a playful and eclectic shopping experience to Kimmswick with a mix of gifts, décor, specialty items, and boutique-style treasures. The shop adds to the treasure-hunt atmosphere that visitors already love about exploring Kimmswick’s historic storefronts. With its fun personality and unique merchandise selection, Crabby Sandy’s fits right into the town’s tradition of independently owned shops that encourage visitors to slow down, browse, and discover something unexpected.
Kimmswick continues to evolve while still holding onto the small-town charm that makes it such a beloved destination across the St. Louis region. These new businesses bring fresh energy, new experiences, and even more reasons to spend an afternoon exploring town.
