9 Mile Garden is perfect for meeting friends and letting the kids run around in the fresh air while enjoying delicious food, live music and your favorite sporting event. This may even be rated as the BEST place to watch the World Cup with kids because you can actually see the screen and enjoy the atmosphere of being spread out during goal celebrations. Be sure to bring a blanket and lawn chairs for a family-friendly night out. This place is more fun with a group so make it an impromptu party. Outside food and drinks are not allowed so remember to leave your water bottles in the car. Don't worry, they have free water available at the inside bar. read more

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I had been looking forward to visiting 9 Mile Garden for quite some time and had the opportunity to attend a private event there. On the plus side, there is plenty of free parking in front in two large lots. There is lots of seating in the garden and outdoor games available, plus plenty of space for the food trucks. It is dog friendly (pickup bags provided). There is a large movie screen that is easy to see and hear when they play movies. On the other hand, I was confused about the name "9 Mile Garden" since the outdoor part of this is small. It's not even half a mile long. I thought, based on the name, that it would be a larger entertainment area. It isn't, and the surrounding businesses include a large smoke shop and a Dollar Tree. There was a gravel hill between the garden area and the Canteen indoor bar area that was slippery in the rain (why no convenient stairs?). The bathrooms are rustic, similar to what you might find at a hiking trail head. read more

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Review for 9 Mile Garden I visited 9 Mile Garden today to enjoy the live band. Upon arrival, I was informed by staff that I could not bring my personal tumbler, which contained protein water. The policy prohibits outside beverages, including water, regardless of whether they are sold on-site. I have allergies to many of the items available at the venue and was hoping to enjoy my day while staying hydrated with my own clean water. I use a metal container specifically to avoid microplastics, fluoride, and unnecessary chemical exposure common in many bottled or plastic alternatives. The manager explained that outside tumblers are not permitted because other guests might do the same. However, I observed the manager himself carrying and using his own personal tumbler filled with a beverage brought from home (not purchased on-site). This created an unfortunate perception of inconsistency in policy enforcement. For health-conscious individuals, those with dietary restrictions or allergies, or anyone preferring to avoid plastic and chemical-laden beverages, this policy may present a challenge. I would recommend considering this before visiting if maintaining control over your hydration and personal wellness choices is important to you. read more

9 Mile Garden - Food Trucks Near Me - Afton, Missouri

Bought 2 buckets of beers and 4 margaritas. Yet manager complained about a tumbler of water we brought for an 8 year old. Read the room. Maybe ask questions before accusing. Just be a simple normal human. Can't imagine id be back if I have to answer why my kid wants water. Just please, do better. read more

I've only visited once , but this place makes me so so happy . It is a open space for food trucks and events and an indoor canteen area for drinks and events . People are nice and friendly and it's is the perfect example of a"third space" for people to mingle and visit . One thing though , the parking situation is a bit precarious , maybe plan for that read more

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Great place for larger events and groups. They host game nights, movie nights, trivia nights, concerts and so much more. Pet friendly. I've had a nice ti time each time I've gone. Great for all ages and family events. Their instagram is always up to date with current and upcoming events. Large parking lot and restrooms available. Do try. Recommended. read more

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A group of about 15 of us went to 9 Mile to celebrate a birthday on a Sunday, and we were very pleased with the overall experience. We had plenty of room to spread out & the kids had plenty of space to run around. Unfortunately, only 1 food truck was available to order from and they left around 5pm, so I would recommend calling up before you go to make sure they have plenty of food options. The spicy margaritas here are amazing. I am usually hesitant about drinks on tap, but I took a shot with this one and I will say that it is probably one of my favorite spicy margs in the city. Strong too! The service was great! And the song bingo was really fun. We will definitely be back. read more

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There is something always going on at 9 Mile Garden. Follow them on a their Facebook page for all their events. I last visited in a Sunday afternoon. Farmers Market and a band playing outside. Bingo going on in the canteen. Always a fun vibe and attracts some of the best local food trucks. Beer is a little pricey but they always have an extensive fun selection on draft in the canteen. Fun vibe and friendly service. Always own of my favorite places to meet a friend or catch a quick bite to eat read more

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We have given 9 mile garden multiple tries and it will be our last. Not only is the place getting dirty and looking old, the so called food security personnel harrassed us MULTIPLE times. This time they challenged us on our beers that we did purchased (for $7 ea) at one of their food truck vendors. In fact, the unfriendly owner security person actually went over to the food truck to verify I was not lying. Really? I don't have an issue with the food trucks per se, but the lines to order and then the wait for the food is just too much. This last time I spent over $100 for 2 of us. I can think of many other places to go for that amount where I am not accused of wrongdoing. read more

This business is an outside venue to support small groups and large groups that provide food through the variety of food trucks. The on premise building does serve beer and soft drinks. This location provides stages for music and family entertainment. This visit was offering music from Mississippi Clean and a children program called Bluey. Check the website for 9 mile Garden for daily and monthly events. The grounds have tables but you can bring chairs to watch the bands or any other entertainment that is scheduled. I checked for later in May and one of my favorite rock cover bands "Infringement" is scheduled later in May.Check out 9 mile and experience a great entertainment venue. read more

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We came for the Taylor Swift dance party and had a blast. The food trucks and the selections were amazing. The drinks were awesome. And they had great vendors with goodies for everyone! What stood out the most was the customer service. We had a table with a fire pit. Our firepit had an issue and the team at 9 mile went above and beyond to make it right. What makes it even more impressive is we didn't complain. They just wanted to fix the problem. I was so impressed. I cannot say enough about the awesome staff and how kind they were and just how fun the event was. We will definitely be back! 100/10 read more

Smaller spot that's great to hang out with family & friends! They have rotating food trucks outside and alcohol/drinks indoors. Lots of seating in and out - the bands play on grass turf. Food we had was Vietnamese pork belly and a bánh mì, both delicious. We love to meet up here with friends. read more

I was trying to ask questions about their drink selections. I felt like the lady Tonya seemed extremely intoxicated and didn't listen to a word I was saying. Extremely disrespectful and never going back. read more

I wonder if enough people negatively comment on the no water bottle policy they will ease up a bit. 9 mile absolutely has staff policing and making people get rid of their reusable water containers. Best part is as of Sunday 4/12 zero water fountains were working. I approached the staff about it and they said they were damaged over the winter. So if you attend be prepared to buy water. Don't worry they make sure the dogs have access to free water but humans..... not a chance unless you pay! They did tell me that kids can have water bottles so I guess when staff comes up to harass you about having a water just tell them it's for your kids. Disappointing read more

Zero chance I'll be coming back here. 1) everytime we've tried this place, the parking is absolute garbage. 2) Brought our 3 year old for the "Bluey" event and as I'm walking up, I see some guy tell another dad that he has to take his water cup back to the car. No outside food or drink. As the guy protests about it being water, I realize I have my coffee tumbler and so I turn around and take it back to the car. An outdoor "food truck garden" where you can't bring your own water or coffee?? Strike one. But 3) as I walk back, I'm now stopped and told that my dogs water has to return to the car. It's a collapsible bag with a roller ball on top for a dog to lick. Clearly not a human water bottle. I ask, "I can't bring water for my dog?!?" I'm told no. I turn around, to take it back to my car, and say to myself "this is asinine". I'm then called back to the entrance and told by that same employee "don't come back sir" When I ask why, I'm told "this is a family friendly event and we don't allow curse words." And also, that I was being "combative". Asinine js not a curse word. And how is walking back to my car to comply, "combative". Strikes 2 and 3 Clearly someone was having a crappy morning and decided that I was going to be the person to take it out on. But they ruined the morning for my 3 year old and for that, I can't forgive. When my wife tried to email them about what happened, they doubled down on their employees behavior. Took zero blame, didn't apologize for the employee, nothing. I can't not recommend this venue, or staff, strongly enough. read more

After hearing many great things about 9 Mile Garden, I decided to finally try it tonight. It's safe to say that was one of the strangest experiences of my life. This might be a little dramatic, but I'm slightly traumatized. The concept is really cute and fun, but maybe we went on the wrong day. The food options were very limited, but we decided to try Truck Norris. The employees were very friendly, and our food came out quickly. However, the food itself was very mediocre and overpriced. The chicken tacos were pretty good, but for being so small and only consisting of chicken, corn, and guacamole, I wouldn't say it's worth $9 for two tacos. The buffalo chicken egg rolls were also pretty good, but nothing special. As far as the environment, I love that this place is very dog-friendly. However, some people struggled to control their dogs. Also, I witnessed an intoxicated woman publicly beat her two husky puppies in front of everyone. Quite literally everyone there stopped eating and watched this happen. One of the puppies squealed in pain and began limping. When a bystander approached the lady to inform her that the puppy was injured, the owner proceeded to yell at her. Lots of other peculiar things happened too in the short time we ate here. Part of me wants to try coming back a different time when the food trucks rotate out, but I'm hesitant. read more

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I've never been here before but came for a Dog Halloween Costume contest. What an incredible place! It had a vintage feel as you can see from lighting in the bathroom. The signage on the bathroom door reminded me of a gatsby vibe. I love that they hosted an event for Dog Savers Rescue and donated money raised to them as well as bringing such a large audience the attention of a great rescue! While I was there at least one dog was adopted! The bartenders were very friendly and accommodating, always asked if they could get us anything. read more

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Love the food trucks. 40 different drink options on tap, live music, trivia, movie nights, darts, disc golf, outside and inside seating and so much more! read more

Came for the Sunday market! Great outdoor and indoor space, Tried the Best Wurst food truck and it was tasty. Enjoyed the Canteen and their homemade cocktails. Good place to hang out, watch sports inside or outside and being friends or family. read more

I love the concept of a park with a rotating selection of food trucks, entertainment, and a welcoming atmosphere. But 9 Mile Garden has a couple more miles to go before hitting that mark. On the day we visited, we checked social media first to make sure there'd be food that everyone likes. Unfortunately, when we arrived at 10:30 am for Sunday brunch (served 10-2) only four of the eight trucks advertised were there. None of the vendors we were hoping to try was present. I know things happen, but it would be great if the Garden folks would update their website and FB when they do - if you're gonna post a schedule, post updates. We would've tried a different day if we'd known what was (and wasn't) really there. **EDIT: I've been directed to an IG post from Sunday morning that lists just 4 trucks; I don't know why they didn't share that with their FB audience. As noted in other reviews, drink prices are crazy high. And there's no recycling available. Not reviewing the food here, since that's up to the individual trucks. While we're all privileged with our mobility, I did notice that there doesn't seem to be a clear, paved path for anyone who's not. There's a concrete drive for the trucks, but the gate on that is closed. I didn't notice any reserved parking spaces for mobility-challenged folks, either. The majority of seating is at picnic tables in an open field of Astroturf, and there's some shade up by the Canteen. I'd give this another chance to check out other trucks and entertainment, but knowing that my mobility-challenged friends are not included, I probably won't be back until I hear about those necessary updates. read more

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Great drinks, very stubborn staff. Requested NBC inside channel 3 times and each of my efforts was met with washed up reasons why they couldn't change it. Don't come here if you enjoy sports outside of soccer read more

I wanted to like this place...love it, even I do not though. #1 they do not provide ample parking but most importantly -- THEY HAVE NO DESIGNATED DISABLED PARKING. This made it impossible for my wife to come with me to obtain food and drink. For that reason alone, 2 stars. In this day and age, it is extremely important to honor and promote equality and diversity. This outdoor arena does neither. We opted not to order and just left. Inclusivity in food grumps doesn't matter if is also not created in the space for patrons to enjoy. A very disappointing experience for what looked to be a lovely morning to have brunch outside with my wife and pup. Being from the south, we would have loved to try the shrimp and grits, but not to eat in our car. read more

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went to 9 mile garden for food trucks, drinks, and 2000s music trivia. My family and I had a great time. We got food from "the best wurst" truck which was great all around. Everybody I was with liked their drinks which was a range of wine, on tap beer, etc. The service at the bar was good and we won a few discounts on our drinks from winning in bingo. The people coordinating bingo were also fun. read more

9 Mile Garden - Food Trucks Near Me - Afton, Missouri

We attended an event at this location. It was a private event, but, I was scolded for having a water cup (so they hate the earth) and we had to vacate earlier than expected due to another event scheduled later in the evening but they needed to set up for. Our event was a celebration of life and the stress of being shoved out early was not okay. Management did nothing to help us get out early, only barked orders. Wouldn't recommend. read more

I had a nice time at 9 Mile Garden last week. My friends and I have been hosting virtual happy hours since March, but decided to have our first social meet up at an outside venue and this was the perfect spot. We arrived on a Tuesday around 5 pm and the place was not very busy. We were all able to grab a drink in the Canteen (masks required inside) and then we found a picnic table outside to sit at. Throughout the evening, the place was getting more crowded and we knew that we'd have to leave soon. One friend and I decided to check out the food trucks for a few snacks and this is where it started to feel like "too much"! The lines were forming and people were not really leaving space between one another. Crowds were beginning to form and a few people were mask-less (not eating or drinking...just not wearing a mask). This made me uncomfortable, but I was at least able to walk away and find a less crowded space. I am not sure how anyone can really control the crowds here though since it is a lot of open space. Food trucks are popular so I get why lines form, I just hope people realize that they need to keep at least a few feet apart from one another while waiting in line or while waiting for their food. Some trucks give pagers which can be helpful (when they work). But most trucks just call out names for your order so you do kind of have to "hang out" nearby. I think this is a great concept and pre-COVID I could see myself here all the time. I think that if I go again, I will need to arrive right at 5 pm to get my drink and order food to go. The crowd just makes me too nervous and knowing that there was a crowd on a Tuesday night only meals the weekend will likely be even busier. The bartenders were great and offered some good recommendations for what I was looking for. I found a really tasty cider which was the highlight of the evening! Great concept. Great space. I just wish COVID was not a think we all had to worry about. read more

9 Mile Garden - Food Trucks Near Me - Afton, Missouri

This is just what Affton needed! What a great addition to the neighborhood! There is so much positive to say about 9 mile. First off, the food trucks - the rotating options for lunch and dinner have offered more food choice variety to the area. I love having all these delicious options. Next up, beer - all local craft beer options! You can get cans of beer outside at the tent or walk up to the Canteen for a looong list of beer choices. They also offer locally sourced cocktails. Staff are friendly and service is fast! I also love the set up of the Canteen - many tables inside and large garage doors that open to the outdoor patio. There are many places to sit at 9 mile - tables, adirondack chairs, grass and rock tiers. You can also bring your own chairs along. The bathrooms are also great especially during COVID times. No doors and you go around a wall to the stalls keeps the fresh air moving! The sinks, soap and towels are outside and sinks operate with a foot pedal - perfect! 9 mile also has a stage for bands, a big screen for movies and sports games. Things to know before you go- check out their social media pages to find out what food trucks will be there that day and it also will tell you the lunch and dinner hours. The only downside that I have found is that if you go during the day in the hot summer sun there is not much shade, so bring sun protection. read more

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Okay, this place is freaking cool. I'm not sure how I had never heard of it prior! On a weekend, there are TONS of food trucks to choose from, anything you feel like, they have it. It was awesome! They have a beer section with canned beer options OR local on tap. Again, anything you want. Live music, plenty of space to pop a chair and chill. Definitely going to be our new summer hangout! read more

We arrived at 9 Mile early to get some tables for a family birthday party before they got too busy. After being seated at 2 picnic tables for 3 hours my family was approached by manger Tonya and told that, despite having no signage or it being mentioned to us at any point over the previous 3 hours, that these tables were reserved and we had to leave. We replied saying that there was no way for us to know they were reserved, and there was now no where for us to go since the place was packed. Tonya promptly called the police to have our family, with out of town relatives and small children, removed from the picnic tables. There was no attempt to make this situation right by us, who were being removed from our tables by no fault of our own, instead they chose to involve law enforcement and turn the blame on their customers for their error in not correctly reserving tables. read more

We came here for a private event for my work, and had such a great time in this unique venue! There were about six food trucks, a dessert truck with ice cream and popsicles, and a drinks table. It was fun to have a movie playing in the background on the huge screen. As the sun set, they took out giant heaters that were actually effective in warming up the tables. There's plenty of space for my kids to run around and play on the steps, And we enjoyed taking photos near the murals. The only downside was that we had to wait a long time in different lines for the food trucks, but that is to be expected with any food truck. read more

Fantastic place for food truck, entertainment, hangout, and drinks! My boss told me about this place but I did not know it's located in the middle of a busy area with minimal parking. Don't let that stop you though! Some people are literally just here for the food and leave immediately after they get their order. Have some patience and a spot will open up and you're on your way to some fun, delicious times! I invited a friend of mine to hang with me and grab some food and drinks on a Saturday. It was busy, there were 4 different food trucks there but we decided on Seoul Taco. There was also Abigail's fashion truck where I found an amazing dress from! There are plenty of picnic tables/seating outside, some music, and drink tents! We took our food to the canteen where it was air conditioned, not to mention a closer walk to the drink refills at the bar. There's outdoor public restrooms if you feel like enjoying the outside! An actual restroom, not a portable one so that's a huge point for me! Around 2pm, the food trucks drove off but we enjoyed a couple more drinks and I shopped the fashion truck. Needless to say, I had an impromptu epic time even though we planned the meet up last minute and neither of us really expected much other than having lunch and a drink while we catch up. If you haven't been here yet, give it a try! You won't be disappointed. read more

I'm so happy that I was finally able to make it to the 9 Mile Garden food truck park. What an incredible concept. Nestled into a the Afton neighborhood here in St. Louis, this amazing park offers foodies an extraordinary outdoor dining experience. Each day they are open, 9 Mile Garden offers a different lineup of the hottest food trucks in St. Louis. It's a place that you know you're going to be able to find your favorite truck at some point during the summer. We were lucky enough to go on a night when Essentially Fries was parked in the garden. Who doesn't love french fries smothered in gourmet toppings?? The Moroccan chicken french fries we had transported us back to our vacation to Marrakech. During COVID times, 9 Mile Garden is the perfect place to spend an evening out with friends. They have ample space to distance yourself from other folx eating dinner. The tiered seating offers many spots to sit and enjoy your meal. We wanted to catch up with our friends Johnny and Maleah, both of whom are not comfortable eating out because of the pandemic. However, because of the openness of 9 Mile Garden, they really enjoyed their time and we were able to enjoy some sense of pre-pandemic normalcy. Definitely give 9 Mile Garden a follow on their social media. That is the BEST way to stay up to date on which food trucks will be featured each day. I fully intend to keep an eye on their page so that I can hit the trucks again soon. One note, be mindful of parking. At peak times it can be somewhat bonkers. Not sure what the policy is in the neighboring businesses, but definitely be careful to not use spots meant for customers trying to get into other shops in the area. read more

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Great place for lunch and dinner! A cool rotation of local food trucks that changes every day so you can get a little bit of everything. Plenty of space to sit, very dog-friendly, and lots of different outdoor events happening each week (live music, trivia, baseball games on the big screen). There's a bar on the property that's open even in the food truck off-season. Very spacious and great for groups! Happy hour specials and drink specials are great! Seasonal beers and wine look great - I always go for the cocktails. It's an easy place to drop in on multiple times a week to get a different food truck and a different cocktail! We've been to some of their events and always had a great time. Something to note - the attendance of food trucks can vary! A lot of things come into play - the weather, if the truck breaks down, traffic, etc. Definitely disappointed when I go looking for a specific truck and they're not there but keep in mind this is NOT 9 Mile's fault! They have no control over the trucks and their circumstances. Be kind! Staffing is hard right now and it seems like the trucks are all doing their best to meet needs - we always have a positive experience from the folks here and will continue coming! read more

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This would not be my typical place, lots of people, kids, dogs and food trucks. But if I still had young kids, I'd likely be here every weekend. But my review is for adults... Hubs and I went on a Saturday night for a Cards game followed by a STL City Game. Sat on a blanket, got food truck food and had some really decent cocktails (considering they are on tap rather than made to order). Weather was perfect, and it was a fun atmosphere to watch the game. read more

My wife and I had such a great time here, brought our camping chairs, got 2 pitchers of beer, each of us picked a different food truck (I got This N That burger and fries, super good!) and enjoyed some music and fresh air. We will definitely be coming back asap. read more

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The idea of this place is GREAT! It was smaller than I'd expected... Not sure where people would line up if they had a full house for food trucks! The canteen is nice, though I wish they'd offer more cocktails. The food trucks I ate at weren't all that great, but that's for their review, not 9 Mile Garden's. OH yeah, they need more parking! read more

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Great selection of food trucks when we were there. Brought lawn chairs to watch the St. Louis city soccer game read more

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9 Mile Garden is a welcome addition to the Affton neighborhood. 9MG brings together so many things that help make St. Louis a great place into one unique spot; from local beer to excellent food trucks, you can't go wrong with a stop at 9 Mile Garden. When you first arrive, you will notice The Canteen, which provides limited indoor seating and a small patio, and a bar serving up some local drinks. Next, you will notice the large open area as well as the hill that provides more than enough space to spread out with friends or family after you pick out that perfect meal; best of all, you can catch up on the Cardinals (or Blues) game on the big screen too! The most important part of 9 Mile Garden is their rotating selection of local food trucks; there is always something for everyone. My favorite food truck has to be Red Dirt Revival; however, you will never have to worry about what to eat when visiting 9MG. There are usually anywhere from 4-6 trucks available, so the selection is never a problem. My only complaint is that parking can be tricky during peak times, pay attention to where you park, and be respectful of neighboring businesses. read more

9 Mile Garden - Food Trucks Near Me - Afton, Missouri

Pretty cool place! They have an indoor section with a bar and they have food trucks come in to feed the folks in the park! This Is a really cool concept and awesome for when it's not super hot and super cold. A great place to meet friends and just hang out. They do tons of events! Check this place out! read more

Perfect for the pandemic. Thank goodness for 9-mile garden. Even the kids loved it. Everyone is wearing masks and the staff are actively reminding everyone to wear their masks. Typically 4-10 food trucks will park ranging from desserts to pizza and burgers. You then can order from any food truck and plop yourself down in the park like setting and dine. Their is a counter where you can purchase sodas and beers on tap. Mostly local brews. Saturday evenings they have been showing movies and this just completes the ambiance. We should have more places like this in the STL. Hard to predict which food trucks will be there. The lineup changes daily but can be found on Twitter and FB. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Love this place and hope to come here on a regular basis. Stay safe! read more

9 Mile Garden - Food Trucks Near Me - Afton, Missouri

9 Mile Garden is such a neat venue and always a good time! This dog-friendly spot hosts food-trucks, live music, yoga and more. You can stop by for a snack or a whole meal! They post their food-truck lineup daily on their Instagram and have info about daily events on their website. On a busy night you can expect to walk a bit from your parking spot, but there is usually parking available within a reasonable distance. There are clean restrooms available both outside in the garden area and inside the Canteen. Really enjoy coming to this spot with friends on a nice night with our pups! @amyeatsanddrinks read more

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