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    Buoy's Southern

    4.6 (8 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Delicious white catfish
    Amanda J.

    This place is a hidden gem! I had never been here and wasnt sure what to expect. But so glad I stopped in because the food was awesome! I am picky when it comes to fish, and usually stick with cod when I go out. However this catfish was so good and seasoned perfect! And it's nice and white and not fishy at all. Their homemade tartar sauce is amazing! The jumbo shrimp was good too. Service was quick, you order at the counter, and the wait wasnt too long. The decor was neat with the painted seafood. Plenty of seating and big parking lot as well. Highly recommend if you're near Granite City and and like good fish, shrimp, hush puppies, fries and more.

    Homemade Cajun tartar sauce
    Kerry T.

    The food here is unreal! They have the best catfish nuggets I have ever had. Hot, fresh, and very well seasoned with amazing homemade Cajun tartar sauce. The fries were also good as well as the pickles and onions it is served with. My fiancé had the chicken Philly, which he also really enjoyed. The interior had a weird smell, so I would recommend take-out or eating it at Manhattan's. Overall, the food is unbeatable, but ambiance could use some work. Service is very friendly! I can't wait to have the catfish nuggets again.

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    Peacemaker Lobster and Crab - Our delicious spread!

    Peacemaker Lobster and Crab

    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    9.6 miBenton Park
    $$

    Peacemaker Lobster and Crab was absolutely amazing. We ordered a ridiculous amount of food because…read morethere were so many things on the menu we wanted to try, and somehow, nearly everything we ordered was a hit. We started with Stella on tap, which just felt appropriate while visiting St. Louis, especially after touring the nearby Anheuser-Busch brewery. It was easily one of the freshest Stellas we've ever had. For food, we tried the lobster mac and cheese, lobster bisque with pieces of lobster, a pound of steamed crab legs, fried green tomatoes, and the warm lobster roll. The lobster roll was phenomenal. We shared it, but I honestly could have eaten the entire sandwich myself. The real standout, though, was just how perfectly the seafood was cooked. Both the lobster and crab were juicy, sweet, and tender with just the right amount of chew. Nothing was rubbery or overcooked, but it wasn't soft or mushy either. I genuinely don't think they could have cooked the seafood any better. The fried green tomatoes were also cooked perfectly and something I was excited to try since you don't see them on every menu. Unfortunately, they were a little too spicy for my personal taste, so we didn't finish them, but that's definitely more about my spice tolerance than the quality of the dish. The atmosphere was another plus. It's a really cute setup with great ambiance, and our server was wonderful. We also walked right in without a reservation and had no wait at all, which has honestly been one of our favorite things about eating our way through St. Louis. Coming from California, we're used to having to plan ahead for popular restaurants, sometimes weeks in advance. Here, we've been able to discover some fantastic places without having to plan our entire trip around restaurant reservations. I will say, this was probably the most expensive meal of our trip. The one pound of steamed crab legs was $65 market price, and the lobster roll was $37 market price, so Peacemaker definitely isn't the cheapest place we've eaten. That said, considering the quality of the seafood and how much we enjoyed everything, it was absolutely worth the splurge. From the crab legs to the lobster roll to the bisque and mac and cheese, everything we tried was delicious. Combine that with the atmosphere, great service, and being able to walk right in, and this was easily one of our favorite meals in St. Louis. I'm actually hoping I can convince some of my coworkers from my training class to go back with me before I leave Missouri. I think that probably says everything you need to know about how much I enjoyed it.

    Peacemaker has been on my to-try list for YEARS, and we finally got around to trying it out on…read moreFriday night (funnily enough, right after visiting the aquarium)! The outside is very unassuming, as are most restaurants along Sidney St. in my opinion, but upon walking to the table for our reservation the first thing that caught my eye was the wooden plank ceiling which really fit the expected vibe of a seafood restaurant with more of an upscale feel. After being seated, our server brought us some water in these cool colored mason jars which added to the character of the entire restaurant. Our server was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed as she checked in quite a few times throughout our dining experience and answered our questions in full. We started off with some cocktails: the Port Royal as well as the seasonal slushie, the Yodermelon. Both of them were quite delicious, with the Yodermelon tasting exactly like a refreshing watermelon slushie; you could barely tell there was any alcohol in it! The Port Royal was very good as well and fit the seaside vibe with the rum & pineapple mixture. For the food, we got the seasonal salad which was a Tomato Salad with tomatoes (obviously) beneath a bed of arugula, peaches, pickled red onion, feta, croutons, dill, & a pistachio pesto. Although I really enjoyed all of the different flavors, I do wish the salad was mixed a little bit more as most of the pesto dressing was at the bottom which made it difficult to coat the rest of the salad as we ate. I ordered the Snow Crab Legs as my entree which came complete with a bucket & bib. The clarified butter & roasted lemon to drizzle really complimented the crab. There's something really satisfying about having to work for your food after you're already paying for it since, at the end of it all, you feel accomplished! Despite my love of crab legs, I can't help but feel like I should've ordered something else, though. They were delicious of course, but a side wasn't included despite the somewhat steep market price which meant I was left with a pile of crab legs and nothing else to snack on (besides my girlfriend's lobster roll & chips, thankfully). I was still left feeling hungry after making my way through the crab, so even a recommendation of ordering a side may have swayed me into having a more satiating meal. In short, it felt like I ordered one of the things on the menu that didn't have much character at a restaurant filled to the brim with it. I guess I was just hoping for a differentiator in the preparation or presentation that made this meal feel more unique, which I didn't really get. In summation, I was very pleased with Peacemaker Lobster & Crab and will definitely be finding my way back in the future, likely for a coveted Lobster Roll, but I will be passing on the crab legs next time.

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    Crafty Crab - Special #3

    Crafty Crab

    2.8(55 reviews)
    11.2 mi

    We didn't know what to expect when we stopped in for lunch. The restaurant was appealing and we…read morewere seated right away. The menu was different. There were many options for putting together a seafood boil. We were wanting something more simple for this meal, so we decided to get the baskets. I had the oyster basket with sweet potato fries and my friend had the shrimp basket. Both were very good and there was loads of food. We each had a delicious margarita. We will be back sometime to try one of the seafood boils.

    This is one of the worst restaurants I have ever visited. My wife and I agreed to meet another…read morecouple there in September 2026. The other couple arrived first and asked to wait at the bar until we arrived only to be told that the bar was closed (4:00 pm on a Friday) because they did not have a bar tender. The couple was seated at a table and was then told that they could not order a drink. We arrived and were greeted with the same news. Instead of leaving and going to the Olive Garden next door, we stuck it out. A young kid (21 yo maybe?) came to our table and informed us that he was the manager and the bar tender! My friend and I agreed on a beer each and the young manager agreed to have drinks delivered to our table. Long story short, the food was not good (shrimp should have been easy), service was even worse and the drinks were not worth the hassle. We won't be back and will discourage others from dining there.

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    Broadway Oyster Bar

    Broadway Oyster Bar

    4.4(2.8k reviews)
    8.0 miDowntown
    $$

    We love BOB and hadn't been for a while - so we went! I did make a reservation, but it wasn't super…read morecrowded when we got there. We were able to get a table on the patio where there's live music. Unfortunately, there wasn't anyone playing while we were there. There had been music earlier and there would be some later, but not in the time we were there. Maybe next time! Our server was Anya and she was great! We placed drink orders and then had the tough choice of deciding what we were going to eat. We decided to start with the Alligator Sausage & Shrimp Cheesecake. Sounds weird, but it's delicious! It is in no way a traditional cheesecake. I've added a photo of it, but it was after I had already cut it up. It comes out looking like a piece of pie. I looked at the menu and went to my fave - Shrimp Voodoo Tacos. They were so good! It came with a "side" of Jambalaya. The side was a full dinner portion! In fact, I was so full, I brought the whole serving home and my husband had it for dinner and it filled him up. He got the Fried Oysters. It's a great place for people watching. The last time we were there, a woman walked in with a birdcage and bird. You don't see that every day in a restaurant! The place is just good food, good drinks, and good vibes. We'll definitely be back!

    Nice outdoor fun vibe. There's a cover if a band is playing…read more I only stopped in for dessert. The bread pudding is a must have!

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    Broadway Oyster Bar - Big screen for the soccer game!

    Big screen for the soccer game!

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    Broadway Oyster Bar - Extra cool bar.

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    Mariscos El Gato - Crab leg platter

    Mariscos El Gato

    4.3(6 reviews)
    11.6 miDutchtown

    First and foremost/ this is NOT Mariscos El Gato. The food is not the same. There is nary a…read morebusiness name to be seen anywhere not even on the menu. It maybe called Mexa-Hondo?????? It was definitely a Mexican Honduras mash-up. So now on to the review Atmosphere: legit Central American restaurant. Good green salsa, terrible ceviche, as our friend put it, it was viscous which is never good for a fish dish much less a fresh uncooked one. The fajitas were good and large, the chicherones were not something we will ever get my husband (who likes to try new foods) again. My margarita was mid at best. Was it terrible? No. Was it good enough to make it a point to go back? Also no. And if someone could please point me to the real Mariscos El Gato I'd love to know. I miss it and we had been hoping to wow our friends with an amazing meal. :-(

    If I'm taking the time to do this there definitely was a problem. I usually just don't go back and…read morewarn friends family coworkers etc. I went years ago when they were in the Bevo Mill on Gravois and had a great experience the first time which was also Easter in 2022. We had a huge carry out order that same for Mother or Father's Day and were treated awful but I attributed it to the busy holiday crowd. However afterwards I continually saw negative reviews from African American customers. However, today my daughter and I went and the food was amazing as always and OUR server was great...let me just say that first!!!! However, the atmosphere and the demeanor and attitude of not just the Hispanic clientele but other older female servers was so blatantly rude it was SAD! POC have soooooo many other worries daily that the fact that I couldn't eat my food and enjoy my time with my adult child is crazy, especially and you're on the corner of Chippewa and Gravios...a literal melting pot. That's crazy work

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    Mariscos El Gato - Front dining area

    Front dining area

    Mariscos El Gato - Fish ceviche and salsa

    Fish ceviche and salsa

    Mariscos El Gato - Strawberry margarita

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    Luna Cafe - Route 66 Theme

    Luna Cafe

    2.5(15 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    This is listed as being in Granite City, but I think it's actually in Mitchell, but whatever…read more This place opened in 1924 & has a rather colorful history. Al Capone has been here. You can still gamble a bit, as there are a few electronic-style slots. Don't know about the ladies of the evening though, as this place was mostly filled with dudes who appear to be repeat customers. In the "olden days" the cherry on the top of the neon sign would be lit to indicate that the gals were there. 4 beers set us back less than $10, chatting with the attorney/insurance salesman/part bar owner was priceless. We were highly encouraged to return for 9pm-2am (Fridays) Karaoke but we opted for a drive-in movie instead. It was a tough choice. Highly recommended but be prepared for stares. They all know if you're new.

    Luna Cafe is located on an old section of the famous and historical Route 66. I am sure it had its…read moreday when Al Capone hid out there, but today it is a very sad dive bar. If you're celebrating the centennial of Route 66, my recommendation is stop, get a picture of the vintage neon sign. Then get back into your car and drive on down the road. Going inside, is not worth it. The outside looks like it has been neglected for years and the inside doesn't look much better. It truly is a dump. The decor does celebrate Route 66, with old road signs, curtains and other vintage furnishings. When I stopped in, it was a Tuesday and that is their Queen of Hearts drawing. No one won that evening, so it rolled over with a pot of $3,831. There were some serious players buying lots of tickets and making the pot larger. What shocked me, was when I ordered my cocktail a simple Tito's and Seltzer, I was informed they don't have seltzer. When she started to say, "we don't have", I thought she was going say, Tito's and not seltzer. How does a bar function without seltzer? The neon sign out front promotes, steak, chicken and seafood. Those days are long gone. A few years back they had wings, but even that is now gone. There's no kitchen, you come here to drink and that's it.

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    Luna Cafe - Plenty of TV's

    Plenty of TV's

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    Crowd

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    Vintage Road Sign

    Buoy's Southern - seafood - Updated September 2026

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