About us
Where it all started...
Park Avenue Coffee began at our location in Historical Lafayette Square, nestled between Ricardo’s Italian Café and Bailey’s Chocolate Bar. We are a locally owned St. Louis business with a relaxed, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere. Since our first store, we have opened three more locations to better serve you from anywhere in the city.
Our passion is our coffee. We air roast all of our coffees with consistent perfection. This brings the most out of each bean and produces a bright, clean cup. Our small batch sizes ensure unsurpassed attention to detail.
We offer superb coffee, a welcoming and friendly staff, and an obsession with delivering unbelievable customer service. Our goal is to exceed your expectations with every visit by giving you the best coffee and expresso-based drinks, and the freshest and highest quality baked goods all served by a friendly and knowledgeable staff.
We have many goals and we reach high for them. If we ever miss the mark, please contact us and we will do anything within our power to exceed your expectations and continue to earn your business.
For those of you that are already customers: thank you! Thank you for your business and thank you for supporting a locally owned small business.
Gooey Butter Cake
In 2009 we launched our baking company, Ann & Allen Baking Co., when we outgrew our baking capacity at our Lafayette Square location.
Ann & Allen have taken gooey butter to a whole new level. We start out with the basic recipe and then we add all natural flavors, fresh fruit, and whatever other sweet fillings strike our fancy to come up with Seventy Three (and counting) different and very unique gooey butter cake flavors to delight your taste buds.
Who We Are....
Dale Schotte
Founder/ CEO
Dale is the passionate visionary behind the company, deeply involved in every step from bean selection and farmer relations to customer experience. His hands-on approach and love for coffee and customers fuel the brand’s commitment to quality, innovation and customer service.
Adam Sonnenschein
Chief Synergy Officer
Adam wears many hats, juggling roles as the Director of Food Safety, and the team's go-to problem solver. His ability to adapt and contribute across departments makes him an invaluable asset. Whether it's strategy, safety, or support, Adam is the definition of a jack of all trades.
Katherine Parker
Office Manager
Katherine is the organizational powerhouse who keeps the office running like clockwork. She ensures every customer order is handled with care and efficiency. With her sharp attention to detail and friendly demeanor, Katherine is essential to keeping operations seamless and clients happy.
Talan Cooksey
COO/CTO
Talan has been an integral part of our journey since the very beginning, contributing to every stage of our growth over the past 16 years—from our first location on Park Avenue to where we are today. Known for his versatility, he handles everything from technology and equipment repair to overseeing café operations and marketing.
Zack Dismukes
Roast Master
Zack began his journey with us 15 years ago as a Barista in one of our cafes, quickly proving his dedication and passion for coffee. Today, Zack proudly serves as our Lead Coffee Roaster, where his expertise and commitment continue to drive our coffee’s exceptional quality.
David Henske
Production Specialist
David is a key member of our production team and the talent behind our perfectly blended coffee and packed orders. His dedication to quality and consistency ensures every cup delivers the flavor and experience our customers love.
Danny Troy
Delivery Expert
Danny is our reliable and friendly delivery driver, ensuring every order arrives fresh and on time. With a smile on his face and a passion for great service, Danny keeps our operations running smoothly. He’s the familiar face our customers love to see pulling up with their daily dose of delicious.
Joe Production
Production Team
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