If dunking yourself in beer is a long cherished dream, then Bridge Tap House and Wine Bar in St. Louis can surely facilitate this fantasy with more than 200 varieties of beer and 100 varieties of wine. Imported cheese, cakes and seasoned apples are perfect companions to their libations. With a kitchen that is open all night long, you can indulge in some great treats for your palate.
Paradise is sitting down to a meal of slow-smoked BBQ, fresh and flavorful sides all homemade from scratch, and your choice from an extensive list of whiskey and beer. Paradise is sitting down to a meal with great friends at Salt + Smoke. Get a plate filled with your favorite cut of our world-famous brisket, smoked over post oak for 16 hours, or explore our other dishes -- smoked trout, St. Louis Cut Ribs, and our pulled pork will all keep your mouth watering and your appetite satisfied. Come on in, put in your order and take a seat at our place, where meat is treated right.
Giving you a 360-degree view of the city, Three Sixty is one bar you cannot miss. A local favorite, this upscale bar and restaurant has an exclusive menu with contemporary creations by their master chef. Perfect for a private party, the rooftop view, inventive cuisine and relaxed ambiance will blow your mind away. Have some sangria or a specialty cocktail to go with the smoked salmon chips and tacos while enjoying one of their regular live music events. In the summer, take full advantage of the outdoor seating, from which you have a perfect view into Busch Stadium.
Dating back to the 1980s, Dressel's Public House is a cozy family-owned pub which has become an iconic hangout St. Louis. The food served here follows the farm to table philosophy so that diners get the freshest produce they can have. You can drop in for lunch with the family, a quick brunch or dinner with a bunch of friends and try out delicious items like Crab Cakes, Fritata, House Banger Plate, Poached Prawns and Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf. A variety of craft beers are available to sip on along with your meal and the a cozy atmosphere is created by the wood flooring and beams and the black-and-white photos on the walls.
The Royale is one of the best places in South City to get a bite, have a drink and mingle with a cool and diverse young crowd. The kitchen serves up tasty variations on classic pub food and the bar features a long list of custom cocktails. A large crowd of regulars and a steady stream of lively groups give this place a comfortable and exciting atmosphere unmatched in St. Louis.
The brainchild of an artistic genius, Venice Café started as a gathering place for local artists and has evolved into a restaurant, bar, and night club. Venice Café creates an eccentric ambiance with mosaic tiles on the walkway, graffiti, old action figures nailed to the walls, and busted baby dolls hanging from the ceiling. The cuisine is Caribbean inspired, with a jerk chicken recipe worthy of its own review. Come for the food, navigate the surroundings, stay for the band, and most of all, have plenty of fun!
A tremendous brick structure occupying an entire city block, this once industrial warehouse has been transformed into an eating, living, and entertainment panacea in beautiful Lafayette Square. The food is only half the story, with traditional menu items like beef tenderloin, accompanied by eclectic alternatives like the Seafood Bouillabaisse and the Three Layer Terrine antipasto. On several nights of the week, SqWires features stellar local and national jazz, blues, and conversational bands. There's also an impressive banquet hall, suitable for weddings and large events. Some even live in the newly renovated lofts adjacent to the restaurant. The food and entertainment are upscale, but the staff and clientèle create an atmosphere that is all about comfort, having fun, and eating well.
