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1. 801 Local
4.7
Exceptional(1375)
$$$$
• American • Frontenac
Booked 33 times today
The neighborhood establishment that carries a classy, comfortable and personable ambiance. The menu is eclectic and upscale, featuring seasonal, hand-crafted American cuisine. Our patrons can call 801 Local their own with pride.
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2. Russell's on Macklind
4.8
Exceptional(1441)
$$$$
• American • St. Louis Hills
Booked 32 times today
Russells on Macklind is a neighborhood restaurant that serves seasonal farm to table dinner and weekend brunch. We are well known for our extensive bakery offerings as well as a bar that features seasonal cocktails, local craft beers, and wine. Russells is located in a renovated 100 year old building at the corner of Murdoch and Macklind in the Southampton neighborhood of St. Louis. We pride ourselves on serving exceptional food in a warm and inviting neighborhood atmosphere.
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3. Cafe La Vie
3.8
Excellent(256)
$$$$
• French • Clayton
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Cafe la Vie located inside the Le Meridien Hotel in Clayton! Indulge yourself in the wonderous French European style cuisine created by our amazing team of culinary artists or a signature cocktail poured by our talented bartenders. Our spacious 7,400 sq. foot restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the heart of downtown Clayton. Cafe la Vie offers dishes highlighting European classics with local St. Louis flavors in a warm and inviting environment.
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4. Bishop's Post
4.6
Exceptional(3650)
$$$$
• American • Chesterfield
Booked 39 times today
Here at Bishop’s Post, we like to look back and celebrate our past. Always remembering how we got here, yet forging ahead. That is why you’ll find our menu stocked with timeless favorites – traditional cuisine that people know, love and crave – with contemporary and bold defining flavors.Bishop's Post Restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dining. Please note that when booking outdoor seating it does not guarantee indoor seating in the event of inclement weather. We will do our best to accommodate all bookings regardless of weather, but it is based off availability.
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5. Commonwealth
4.3
Awesome(464)
$$$$
• Comfort Food • St. Louis
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Commonwealth, Chef Lauren Anthony has an amazing dining experience for you to enjoy. Located across from The Fabulous Fox Theatre we are the perfect spot for dinner before the show, or drinks after. We are cooking up some wonderful, curated dining experiences- stay tuned for more information!
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6. Diego's Cantina
new
4.6
Exceptional(491)
$$$$
• Mexican • University City
Diego's Cantina is comfort food at its finest. It's an elevated Mexican restaurant that's described as a 'tropical oasis'. Reviewers rave about the delicious food, great atmosphere and wonderful staff. The menu offers a variety of small plates to satisfy your palate, including costra (grilled cheese) tacos, sheetpan nachos, enchiladas or barramundi tacos. The margaritas and cocktails are also highly praised, made with fresh juice and the best ingredients. It's the perfect place for a casual dining experience.
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7. The Old Spaghetti Factory - St. Louis
3.9
Excellent(72)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 64 times today
Dining at The Old Spaghetti Factory is an experience. For decades, they have invested meticulous attention to their unique designs and authentic vintage décor. Every location is adorned with antique lighting, intricate stained glass displays, large colorful booths, and an old-fashioned trolley car for guests to dine in. It’s the perfect atmosphere for a family celebration, a large group event, or a special dinner date.A family business since 1969, their founding philosophy — “a memorable dining experience doesn’t have to cost a lot of money” — is perhaps more relevant now than ever. Every entree is a "complete meal," served with hot freshly-baked sourdough bread, soup or salad, and ice cream for dessert at no extra charge.
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8. Broadway Oyster Bar
4.6
Exceptional(1019)
$$$$
• Seafood • St. Louis
Booked 104 times today
The Broadway Oyster Bar is a locally owned and operated establishment and has been for over 35 years. The Oyster Bar is widely regarded as the premier New Orleans' style restaurant, bar and music venue in the Midwest. BOB, as it is affectionately known by its many fans and friends, is housed in a building that was built in the mid 1840's and is one of the oldest buildings still in daily use within the city of St. Louis. During its colorful history, our building has had many functions including a family home, a boarding house, a Chinese laundry, a record store and a bordello to name a few. These walls have heard and seen it all. Some people feel that the building is haunted by spirits who, occasionally late at night, play good hearted jokes on the staff such as doors suddenly opening or closing or lights going on or off as if by magic. Then again, it just could be because the building is over 170 years old. However, our historic building has just gone through a renovation so we now have two outdoor patios that are covered and heated during cold or rainy weather and an expanded kitchen to better serve you. Our food has won numerous awards and readers' polls for excellence and features some of the most sustainable seafood available such as fresh Gulf and Blue Point oysters, Louisiana crawfish and shrimp, Prince Edward Island mussels, scallops and crabs. Our Cajun and Creole dishes are our versions of many of the traditional Louisiana favorites. If you love New Orleans, you will feel right at home at BOB. BOB offers live music twice a day every night of the week except on Friday when we feature one act for the evening. We present the best local and national touring acts representing a variety of musical genres such as rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, funk, R&B, roots, and jam, and weshowcase a wide variety of bands visiting from New Orleans. The live music is free up to 8 times per a week. However, for some of the more popular and well known acts, we do charge a cover which typically goes to the bands in order to keep attracting them to the BOB. Broadway Oyster Bar has been referred to by many as a staple of St. Louis and was recently honored by the St. Louis Chapter of the Missouri Restaurant Association as the 2015 Restaurant of the Year. BOB is a great choice for a relaxing dinner, a celebratory party or an opportunity to dance to a great band. As well known food writer, the late Joe Pollack, once wrote, "There is, quite simply, nothing in St. Louis quite like the Broadway Oyster Bar". That line was written over 30 years ago, but it is as true today as it was then. Welcome to the Broadway Oyster Bar Family.
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9. Sapore Italian Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(790)
$$$$
• Italian • Kirkwood
Booked 10 times today
When I opened my doors in July of 2009, I committed to serving the freshest Italian dishes made from local and seasonal ingredients. I learned early the heart of Italian cooking is the flavor…or sapore. My school of teaching was from the best; my Nonna Elena and Mother Lia. Their philosophy has been carried on in my style of cooking: use simple ingredients and the food will speak for its self. Classic Italian dishes grace the menu but are personalized with my unique touch. Quality and consistency is what you will find with each dish. I would never serve anything short of that. So whether you are looking for a memorable night out or a glass of wine with friends, I am glad that you have chosen Sapore. As in true Italian tradition, I enjoy bringing people together through food. Ciao –
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10. Napoli Bros. Pizza and Pasta
4.8
Exceptional(627)
$$$$
• Pizzeria • Chesterfield
Booked 45 times today
"Indulge in traditional Italian flavors at Napoli Bros. Restaurant. Experience the essence of Napoli through our authentic dishes. Buon appetito!"
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  • Paul
    St. Louis •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We went to Diego’s for an early Mother’s Day and had a great time. The food was delicious, as always, and our server, who was running the whole front was great.
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    Diego's Cantina$$$$• Mexican• University City
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    4.6
  • Glenn
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We've been to Russell's several times and really enjoy each visit. The food is always excellent and unique. This time I got the breakfast hash and my wife got their quiche. Their quiche is something to experience as it's not like this anywhere else. And the vegetables in their hash are so fresh and flavorful I can hardly pass it by!
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    Russell's on Macklind$$$$• American• St. Louis Hills
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    4.8
  • SharonGold
    St. Louis •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 3, 2026
    Our party of 5 had a lovely dinner in a pleasant atmosphere. The restaurant was not overly crowded or loud (it was a pleasant day and there were many diners outside). We shared the hummus, crab dip and shrimp cocktail. Then the lobster bisque and French onion soups, both were wonderful, the bisque was velvety. Then the dinners, a steak salad, the sea bass, the salmon, the tomato salad and the wild greens. Everyone was satisfied and pleased with the meal, which was truly the backdrop to a conversation, easily held, as the room was quiet enough, but not empty. The waitress was attentive, high energy and kind. Thank you so much for our evening out!
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    801 Local$$$$• American• Frontenac
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    4.7
  • Denis
    St. Louis •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 25, 2026
    What a fun place. Brings back so many childhood memories, and the food and drinks are great and really good value.
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    The Old Spaghetti Factory - St. Louis$$$$• Italian• Downtown
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    3.9
  • Catherine
    St. Louis •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 23, 2026
    Great service and the food was good! It was my best friend’s birthday, we both had the fish and chips dinner, chips and dip appetizer. Everything was delicious! Our server was GREAT! She was very attentive and very friendly! The birthday girl thoroughly enjoyed everything!
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    Cafe La Vie$$$$• French• Clayton
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    3.8

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