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 Restored landmark turned restaurant |
4200 South Grand Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63111 United States +1 314 352 3500 http://www.feastingfox.com/ |
This South Grand landmark, restored to its original Bavarian-style decor, now houses one of the area's favorite American-European restaurants. Kept crowded by local regulars, it offers a romantic, relaxed atmosphere, a banquet room that seats up to 80 guests and live music on Wednesday nights. It serves a Sunday brunch and dinner, while guests may also choose from select menu entrees such as the Spinach and Wild Mushroom Fricassee. It also serves a tasty sweet-and-sour pork entree that has more of an oriental flavor. The homemade apple strudel is another favorite among the regulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serves a lot for a little |
602 Westgate Ave St. Louis, MO 63130 United States +1 314 725 1944 |
This deli is a favorite with the local college crowd. This is due in part to the 10 percent discount given to students on top of the already low prices, but that certainly does not mean you will be disappointed by the quality or the service ;both are definitely satisfying.The kitchen serves a variety of Middle Eastern dishes for dining in or takeout. Some of the best and most frequently recommended dishes are the hummus, the pistachio baklava and the falafel. Delivery is also an attractive option for many diners. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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German food in America's heartland |
4749 Gravois Rd St. Louis, MO 63116 United States +1 314 481 2626 / +1 800 288 2386 |
"Bevo," which means "non-alcoholic," is the name for the famous dining establishment, opened by the renowned Anheuser-Busch founder in 1917. In addition to fine American and German cuisine, Bevo offers catering, banqueting and wedding reception services. The restaurant has a traditional German-style decor, and its atmosphere welcomes locals as well as leisure and business travelers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multi-ethnic area serving Persian cuisine |
6623 Delmar Blvd (University City Loop) St. Louis, MO 63130 United States +1 314 727 0419 |
Cafe Natasha has a Middle Eastern flair and an American style. It serves some of the best pita bread in the Loop and competes with the larger restaurants in terms of quality and service. Cafe Natasha serves a variety of Middle Eastern and Persian dishes, including such choices as lamb chops over rice and the Chenjeh Kabob, a beef kabob cooked in a special spicy sauce and served over rice. Prices are average for the area and portions are plentiful. Ordering an appetizer sampler tray with warm pita bread and a Persian tea will fill the belly and leave some cash in the pocketbook. Follow your meal up with a soothing cup of Turkish coffee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than Cheesecake |
1062 St Louis Galleria St. Louis, MO 63117 United States +1 314 721 0505 |
The Cheesecake Factory is surely the place to go when craving a rich and delectable slice of the mouth-watering dessert, but this restaurant offers much more. Serving appetizers, lunch, dinner, late night dining, Sunday Brunch, and a full bar, the Factory is a great choice for a casual dining experience. Everyone will find something to their liking with over 200 menu selections of pizza, pasta, seafood, steaks, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Be sure to save room for one of the 50 delicious cheesecakes and desserts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A taste for excitement |
6691 Delmar Blvd St. Louis, MO 63130 United States +1 314 862 0009 http://www.ciceros-stl.com/ |
Since 1976, this upbeat restaurant has catered to a varied clientele ranging from business travelers to families in search of a relaxed, fun dining atmosphere. There is much to enjoy here beyond the great cuisine. You can wind down while playing pool, pinball or video games, watch television in the game room, or listen to live music six nights a week. Try the delicious Chicken Breast Parmigiano (USD12.95), breaded and covered with red sauce, mozzarella and provolone cheese cooked to a golden brown. The menu also features pizza, pastas and numerous artery fillers like potato skins and chicken wings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Diner food straight from the 1950s |
5900 Natural Bridge Blvd St. Louis, MO 63120 United States +1 314 383 3333 http://www.goodygoodydiner.com... |
The Goody Goody Diner, which has been serving up tasty diner food since it was established in 1948, still survives in a location that most of its contemporaries have long since abandoned. Casual is the theme here, and in a city that is home to relatively few real diners, the Goody Goody is a find. You can get breakfast until 11am (all day on Wednesday and Saturday). The kitchen serves everything from French toast to a fish cake breakfast and a pork chop platter. There are big salads, including an excellent Greek salad, plus hamburgers, roast beef and country fried steak sandwiches, and, of course, meatloaf. What would a diner be without meatloaf? Or without chili mac, for that matter? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale restaurant with a view |
701 Market St (Gateway One Building) St. Louis, MO 63101 United States +1 314 421 1772 http://www.dierdorfharts.com/ |
Savor mouthwatering steaks while taking in the view in this upscale steakhouse. Owners/football legends Dan Dierdorf and Jim Hart have been pleasing customers with juicy steaks since 1983. This establishment is known as St. Louis' best steakhouse, serving a variety of steaks, seafood and wine. Customers give it high marks not only for the great food, but for the friendliness and comfortable atmosphere as well. With an elegant style and relaxed atmosphere, this restaurant caters to everyone from the business professional to sports fans, local families and couples. The spacious dining room features comfortably spaced tables and many windows allowing a bright, yet romantic, glow inside. Pipe and cigar smoking is allowed in the bar only. The steaks are hand-carved and cooked over an open flame to seal in the juices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Calling all sports fans |
323 West Port Plaza St. Louis, MO 63146 United States +1 314 878 1801 http://www.dierdorfharts.com |
The West Port Plaza location offers the same mouthwatering steaks and great service as the one in Kiener Plaza. Owners and football legends Dan Dierdorf and Jim Hart have been pleasing customers since 1983. This establishment is known to be St. Louis' best steakhouse, serving a variety of steaks, seafood and wine. With an elegant style and relaxed atmosphere, this restaurant caters to everyone from business professionals to sports fans, local families and couples. The spacious dining room features comfortably spaced tables and many windows, allowing for a bright, yet romantic, glow inside. Pipe and cigar smoking allowed in the bar only. Whether for lunch or dinner, there should be something on the menu to please even the most finicky eater. Choose from a variety of steaks, pork dishes, escargot, sandwiches and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual dining for business or fun |
9525 Manchester St. Louis, MO 63119 United States +1 314 821 6033 |
In 1956, this restaurant became part of the Rock Hill area. Family owned and operated by James and Linda Parrott, Farotto's offers a casual and friendly dining environment in which customers are treated like a part of the family. In addition to the daily choices of pasta, salads, sandwiches and the full buffet, Farotto's offers catering and a banquet room for special events. It serves St. Louis' famous toasted ravioli and offers 12 topping choices on its pizzas. Besides the variety of pizzas, there is also homemade manicotti, cannelloni and bulky, spicy sandwiches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Root beer bottled while you eat |
6605 Delmar Blvd St. Louis, MO 63130 United States +1 314 726 9555 http://www.fitzsrootbeer.com/ |
An old bank building in University City was converted several years ago to a combination root beer brewery and family restaurant, Fitz' draws an enthusiastic crowd of college students, adults and children. Diners can watch the root beer making and bottling processes through a large glass partition, all the while enjoying good pub food such as hamburgers (try the Elvis burger), pizzas, etc. The root beer, a revered St. Louis formula that dates back to an old roadside stand from the 1940s, is terrific, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Catering to the needs of businesses |
6600 Chippewa St. Louis, MO 63109-2572 United States +1 314 352 6600 http://www.garavellis.com/ |
This gem boasts 85 years of success in the restaurant and catering business. In fact, its catering services are in constant demand by well-known corporations like Anheuser-Busch and Bank of America, as well as by individuals hosting private parties, weddings, graduations, holiday get-togethers and showers. If you are dining in, you will feel right at home in the family-style interior. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worth the climb |
5356 Dagget Ave St. Louis, MO 63110 United States +1 314 772 4893 |
Gian Tony's caters to the romance seeker, the business executive and the loner looking for a great meal. It is also known as a gathering spot for sports fans after local games. The dress is casual, but jackets are preferred. All dishes have an Italian taste that is pleasing and not overwhelming. Guests can choose from chicken, seafood, veal, beef or pasta entrees. A family of four or five can eat well without thinning the wallet too much. The only down side seems to be the limited choice of beverages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great dining, inside or out |
127 Hilltown Village Center St. Louis, MO 63017 United States +1 636 532 6686 http://www.gianfabio.com/ |
Since 1987, this restaurant has offered a wide selection of fresh seafood, veal, chicken, lamb, steaks and pasta. In 1996, the Terzo family added the Il Forno café, which offers outside dining with a menu that includes appetizers, salads, gourmet pizza, calzone, pasta and other entrees. Appetizers range in price from $5.95-8.95 and include several seafood selections such as the Puff Pastry Escargot and toasted ravioli. Among entrees, the pizzas are especially noteworthy; however, adding meat toppings such as chicken, shrimp, or clams can quickly raise the price out of the standard $6.50-9.50 range. Steaks are priced both according to size and by whether customers are sitting in the café or dining room, while lamb, shrimp, fresh fish and lobster tails are offered at market price. Entrees are served with the chef's selection of vegetables, while a small house salad can be added for $1.95. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Friendly and romantic |
3735 S Lindbergh Blvd St. Louis, MO 63127 United States +1 314 821 4140 |
It all began 30 years ago, when the main focuses of this eatery were pizza and carryout. Today, it is a well-known restaurant and bar located between the Sunset Hills and Kirkwood areas in South County. It still offers carryout in addition to custom catering that goes by the name "Parties To Go! "Owner Joyce Leimkuehler prides herself on running an establishment with a friendly and casual atmosphere. Visitors return again and again for the food and service. Try a steaming dish of chicken speidini—the house specialty—and you will probably find yourself agreeing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great for low-profile dining |
4502 Hampton Ave St. Louis, MO 63109 United States +1 314 351 4187 http://www.ginosstl.com |
BizJournal Online has voted Gino's as the Best Place for a low-profile lunch. The atmosphere is classy and relaxed, and the owner actually speaks Italian. The restaurant caters to business and leisure travelers and it also has a kid-friendly environment. The menu offers pasta and veal entrees as well as a huge seafood salad. There are also numerous options for vegetarians. An indoor bar serves a large selection of wines, beers and other alcoholic drinks. Drinks can be ordered for the outdoor dining area, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Satisfying wining & dining |
4141 S Grand Blvd St. Louis, MO 63118 United States +1 314 832 3779 http://www.royaleorleans.com/g... |
The decor leaves a little to be desired, but the food keeps guests returning again and again. The atmosphere and dress are usually casual, but don't be surprised if things get a little "dressy" on the weekends. Diners tend to be more in tune with the local nightlife on those nights. Try traditional Italian dishes such as chicken cacciatore, spaghetti with meatballs and veal parmigiana. All the entrees are served with a fresh salad and buttery garlic bread. Wines are available, but the choices are limited. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greek to me |
721 N New Ballas Rd St. Louis, MO 63141 United States +1 314 569 1001 |
The Greek Gourmet has a casually styled front and a comfortable outdoor dining area. Indoor dining is pleasant and casual, though the decor does not necessarily follow a Greek theme. However, the cuisine is most definitely Greek. The cook prepares each dish to perfection. The restaurant does not offer menu orders, instead leaving guests to enjoy the cafeteria-style buffet. Dishes include Greek salads and dressings (made fresh in front of diners) and moussaka, a Greek dish consisting of layers of ground lamb or beef and sliced eggplant topped with a cheese sauce and baked. The restaurant also has an attached deli and bakery, allowing guests to order from those menus as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mexican food in a colorful setting |
9748 Manchester Road St. Louis, MO 63143 United States +1 314 962 7100 |
A perennial favorite among St. Louis' Mexican-food lovers, the Hacienda offers a colorful atmosphere for dining as well as a large, diverse menu. There is outdoor dining in warm weather, too. The fajitas are wonderful, as are the "Top Shelf" quesadillas (flour tortillas with cheddar and jack cheese, fresh mushrooms, chile poblano and red bell pepper). The Carne Asada a la Tampiquena, a popular dish for steak lovers, is a marinated, grilled rib eye. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Don't worry; be happy |
12921 Olive St. Louis, MO 63141 United States +1 314 878 6660 |
With a variety of choices on its all-you-can-eat buffet, Happy China is a great place to stop for lunch. However, popularity does have its drawbacks: the lines are long here, and the wait is longer. If you can stand the wait, though, the cuisine is worth it. Best of all, the buffet items are labeled. Chef Pa creates an array of sweet-and-sour, spicy and ginger-flavored pork, beef and chicken. Top off any selection with a crispy egg roll and some wonton soup. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Psychedelic 70s scene |
500 St. Louis Union Station St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 436 7311 |
While in the downtown area, step back in time to the psychedelic 70s and shake a groove in this funky retro café. Among the fun and frolicking, however, there are some rules, including a dress code that requires shirts to be tucked in. Crowds of college students frequent this establishment, but do not be surprised to see a grandma or grandpa here, too. Have a Nice Day Cafe is a popular straight café but is also a hangout among some of the gay/lesbian crowd. A menu of tasty American dishes awaits the hungry visitor. While the list of items is not long, the quality makes up for the lack of quantity. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sporty atmosphere with an Irish twist |
3650 S Lindbergh Blvd St. Louis, MO 63127 United States +1 314 984 0026 http://www.helenfitzgeralds.net |
Helen Fitzgerald's has an Irish atmosphere and an Irish menu, but it also serves pizza, steak, chicken wings, shark, seafood and burgers. Enjoy the 14-foot big-screen television, the 300-gallon fish tank is fascinating and the free buffet during the happy hour is sumptuous. Menu items are served all evening, with bar food ranging from USD5-USD10 per entree/appetizer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delivering all over the city |
742 S 4th St St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 421 4667 http://www.imospizza.com/ |
This pizzeria is known as the best in the area and has more than 25 locations throughout St. Louis. No matter where you are in the city, an IMO's is nearby. It serves great tasting St. Louis-style pizza and offers delivery to just about anywhere. The pizza varieties include everything from the standard sausage to vegetarian versions. You can also enjoy spaghetti and meatballs and a great lasagna. Pizza pricing varies according to size. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian restaurant adjacent to the TWA Dome |
705 N Broadway St. Louis, MO 63102 United States +1 314 621 7213 |
Sanfilippo's is a modest family-run restaurant with excellent, Sicilian-tinged food. There is an Old World feel to the casual dining room with Italian murals, white tablecloths and soft lighting. About 20 excellent (and modestly priced) pastas, such as Rigatoni Giuseppe (a spicy cream sauce of fresh tomato, vodka and shallots) populate the menu. Veal, chicken, seafood and beef entrees, such as Shrimp Bianco (huge shrimp in a brandy Cajun cream sauce) and Veal Sanfilippo (medallions of veal in a cabernet wine sauce) are on offer as well. For dessert, enjoy the homebaked breads and homemade cannolis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary, American and classy |
1031 Lynch St St. Louis, MO 63118 United States +1 314 772 5777 http://www.lynchstreetbistro.com/ |
Looking at the classy décor, it is hard to believe how relaxed the atmosphere is in this bistro, a hot spot in the Soulard district. It also offers an outdoor patio with the same classy style as the indoor dining area. Two special rooms are available for parties and business functions. Menu items include a vast selection of grilled shrimp entrees, fried shrimp, crab cakes, soups, salads and steaks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Short on cost, long on selection |
8440 Delmar Blvd St. Louis, MO 63124 United States +1 314 993 3754 |
Affordable Vietnamese food, properly prepared, is the hallmark of this popular restaurant. The interior was recently expanded to meet demand, but many diners still prefer takeout. It is also worth noting the emphasis here is on the menu, not the decor. Chinese food can be found on the menu, but Vietnamese specialties are the real winners. The soups are large enough to serve as complete meals, while the spring and egg rolls make excellent appetizers. With so many combinations to choose from, it can be hard to decide. Waiters are accustomed to diners being overwhelmed and are always willing to help the indecisive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Let Mama satisfy that hunger |
2132 Edwards St St. Louis, MO 63110 United States +1 314 771 1797 / +1 800 480 0827 |
Since opening in November 1982, the Campisis have treated all their customers like family. Mama Campisi started the restaurant, and her sons, John and Frank, carry on the tradition with taste and style. The building was named for Louie Oldani, the creator of the famous Toasted Ravioli. The result of an accident, the dish was born when the cook and Evilin Oldani dropped an order of ravioli into hot oil instead of hot water. After tasting, adding some spice and dressing, a popular favorite was created. National food critics visiting Oldani's have recognized the excellent cuisine and service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Plain food in a workingman's restaurant |
2718 Gravois Ave St. Louis, MO 63118 United States +1 314 865 2917 |
A neighborhood staple dating back to 1935, Mary's is one of those friendly, casual restaurant/lounge establishments that still dot some of St. Louis' older working-class neighborhoods. Drawing a mix of patrons, this spot serves plain, well-prepared food and has a complete lack of pretension as well as an easy familiarity. Do not look for anything exotic. There are roast beef dinners, breaded pork chops, fried catfish, a couple of steaks and jack salmon. If you feel brave, you can try a brain sandwich, another old St. Louis specialty still found in a few South Side taverns/restaurants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sports fans love Ozzie's |
645 Westport Plaza Dr (Westport Plaza) St. Louis, MO 63146 United States +1 314 434 1000 |
Baseball fans all over the world know who Ozzie Smith is: he played shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1982-1996. This restaurant and bar was once owned by the sports star and still bears his name. Every wall is adorned with such decorations as framed photos from Smith's baseball career, his 13 Gold Glove Awards and other sports memorabilia. Patrons often hang out in the bar after dining to watch sports on one of five big screen or 45 19-inch TVs. Ozzie's serves steaks, chicken, pastas, pizza, wraps, Mexican food and sandwiches. You might take advantage of the early bird specials Sun-Thu 3pm-6pm. There is a special menu for kids with selections sure to please picky palates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frozen custard, milkshakes and ice cream |
6726 Chippewa St. Louis, MO 63109 United States +1 314 481 2652 http://www.teddrewes.com/Drewe... |
This place has been a favorite in St. Louis and a landmark for ice cream lovers since 1929. Mr. Drewes' cool, creamy delights are served upside down in order to prove just how creamy and thick they really are. Do not be alarmed by the ever-present line, as it moves along pretty quickly. An ice cream-style stand, complete with neon lights and twinkling bulbs, makes this a lively family hangout. It is so relaxed that the menu is handwritten. Try an array of frozen flavors, from pineapple, strawberry and chocolate chip to other odd titles such as the Terramizzou, Fox Treat and the All Shook Up. Visitors will miss a treat by not trying a Concrete. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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