Can we do six stars? I have nothing but good things to say about The Drawing Board! The staff is…read morestellar and the food is AMAZING--especially that Medart Burger, a dish with a rich (and kinda greasy) Saint Louis history. Sidewinder Fries are spiral-cut wedges that come with just enough seasoning. The falafel pita is a great vegetarian choice... seriously, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. There's always a nice selection of craft beers on tap for about $7/pour, as well as a smattering of AB products and other national brands in cans. Beer is wonderfully cold. The bar is well-stocked--especially with local spirits--and the bartenders here know their stuff, making drinks to order and advising what to try if you ask. I'm usually interested in trying a gin or bourbon I haven't had, and they're quick to make recommendations and talk about what's on the shelf. The Drawing Board has a nice-sized bar area with pool tables, darts, and chalkboards, as well as a cool patio. There's a small parking lot on the east (right side of the building), as well as ample street parking just west of the bar on Oak Hill. If you like pub trivia, drop by on a Thursday and test your knowledge and memory!

This is a definition of a dive bar vibe but without the bar looking in rough shape. I didn't get to…read moretry the food (not hungry) but supposedly their burgers are fantastic according to my friend who was with me. It's on the smaller side, reminding me of places in my new home of SF, so anticipate seats/tables could fill up quickly. Parking is very limited, I got lucky to get a spot, so on a weekend evening I'd consider ride share otherwise you may be stuck parking blocks away. Beer was reasonably priced at $4-$5 for domestic. There was a group of people playing Magic The Gathering which was intriguing.

It was so amazing!!! The food was the absolute best and it was so cute and pretty in their!read more

Every dish we've had at Little Fox has been a treat! The service is always attentive, and…read morewelcoming. It's a great spot for a small group gathering or a date night. Highly recommend making reservation in advance! This visit, we ordered some of our favorites: the trumpet Mushrooms, mussels, and deep-fried artichokes. Everything was delicious, although the artichokes were a touch too salty this time. It was also our first time trying the wild blueberry crumble cake, and we absolutely loved it! It had a light, delicate texture and wasn't overly sweet--the perfect way to end the meal. We can't wait to come back and try more of their dishes!

Press Pizza & Pasta was such a great find! The food was amazing. We ordered the Tagliatelle,…read morePappardelle, Bucatini, and the Toasted Raviolo pizza. Everything was delicious! I'd say it's definitely a "sharing" spot, which I love, perfect for a group of friends, but also great for solo entrées since the portions work either way. During my visit, there was a bit of a delay: our pizza dish took longer than our pastas, but our server handled it really well and stayed super sweet throughout. So, it didn't take away too much from the experience. Overall, this place is a hidden gem. I was surprised it wasn't busier, considering how great the food and service were. Just a heads-up: parking can be really tricky since it's neighborhood street parking, so if you get lucky, you get lucky. Definitely worth a visit!

Nice pizza spot, kind of easy to miss but luckily we were walking and stumbled upon it. We got…read morethere right in time, at 5pm on Sunday night before it got packed. Only one girl was working the floor, she did a great job, but sometimes the wait could be long. They have on draft cocktails which is nice, I can't imagine how long of a wait it would be if only one person worked the bar and the floor - making drinks! Inside is very clean and it was open seating. We got the GF cheesy bread and GF Big Mac pizza. The cheesy bread was our favorite, lots of Parmesan, came out really hot with great flavor. The GF dough was really good, you wouldn't know it was GF unless someone told you! The Big Mac pizza was good but I think pickles should be inside, and just the sauce and sesame seeds sprinkled on top with more cheese. The pickles should also be higher quality (in my opinion) but they're the exact same pickles as McDonald's so they're staying on theme. It was good but wasn't my favorite. We did enjoy it and liked that they are stuffed pizzas so it's very filling.

I visited Crafted and it was such a fun, flavorful dining experience from start to finish. The…read morespace has a modern, energetic vibe that feels perfect for a casual night out or a laid-back date. Their menu is packed with creative tacos and shareables that make it easy to try a little bit of everything. Each dish came out fresh, vibrant, and full of bold flavors that really stood out. Service was friendly, quick, and attentive without being overbearing. You can tell they put real thought into both the ingredients and the overall guest experience. It's the kind of spot where you end up lingering longer than planned because you're enjoying yourself so much. It delivers a unique twist on tacos and small plates that keeps you coming back for more. Definitely a must-visit for anyone looking for great food and a great atmosphere in St. Louis.

Went for brunch They had bottomless bloodys for $12…read more Nothing special. Zing zang & vodka. Came in a small glass so had to request a few refills. The server was nice & did her best to chexk on us but she was making drinks & delivering food & had another large party. So service was slow at times. But she was kind & friendly. Ordered several things: Shrimp n grits Chicken biscuit Biscuits n gravy Falafel The grits were cheesy & tasty. The chicken biscuit & the home fry potatoes were ok. Tasted very greasy. Even the biscuit had been grilled & was greasy. The falafel had good flavor but they were crispy (maybe a little over done). It was cold in there- maybe because we were sat by the door but i had to keep my coat on. That is not ideal. Also their ceiling is like sprayed with something fluffy? It had a lot of dust bunnies. My friend was holding her hand over her drink afraid of the dust falling down.

Skeeter's deli and the best cheese pull! I ordered the grilled cheese and basically saw the light…read more My cheese pull was intense and dramatic, like Oscar-worthy dramatic. This isn't your sad cafeteria grilled cheese! This one had swag and they made it so fast! It was gooey, golden brown, and it had the perfect chew consistency. Please support spots in shared kitchens! The vibe is a cafe/shared kitchen! But we want them to become brick and mortar restaurants!

St. Louis is lousy with these microbreweries--this part of town in particular, to the point where,…read moreas I ran the streets of the surrounding area, I was violently assaulted with what must be the smell of beer as it's being brewed. It's not altogether different from the smell of beer as it's coming back up, and it called to mind my illustrious, mostly-forgotten-at-this-point college years. I was suddenly compelled to listen to Cannibal Ox and watch certain videos that I'd pilfered from Kazaa, and it's probably for the best that I didn't have access to a circa 1998 Compaq Presario in that moment. The vibe in Bluewood Brewing is a lot classier. There's no "Iron Galaxy" over the PA. The lights are dimmed, which I imagine would be convenient if there was someone there you owed money to. I was particularly impressed with a long table on the patio. I remarked to a member of my running group that it almost certainly didn't come from IKEA. The wood was of too high a quality. The food menu is limited to a small selection of standard sports-bar fare, but this is not anywhere you'd go to watch the game. They might not have any TVs. Did they spend too much on the table? Also, they don't sell any beer in cans, that I'm aware of, which I generally prefer as someone who, as the evening progresses, is prone to dropping things. I went with something called Crush, which is an orange-flavored high-gravity IPA. It was the highest ABV selection on their regular beer menu, but it also costs a little bit more, so you're not really getting over on them--unless you thought to "pregame." I found it to be both less "stiff" than I was expecting and less orange-tasting, in a good way but also in a bad way, in that anything that fails to conform to expectation is at least somewhat disappointing. I was expecting paint thinner and orange juice. I got something that was balanced and flavorful. From the food menu, I got the daily special, which was a sort of elevated patty melt called the Stable Melt. It came with two all-beef patties, Swiss, caramelized onions and "Frisco" sauce on Union Loafers marbled rye, with your choice of chips or fries. It was $18, and as I was standing there a guy came out and changed the price to $19, presumably due to developments in the war with Iran. I was assured that I'd be "grandfathered in" at $18, but I'm not sure if he told the guy at the register and I didn't bother to check. It wasn't necessarily my kind of thing, but it was a great burger. The name-brand bread alone nearly justified the price increase. The meat was generously proportioned (no Diddy), but it didn't quite extend to the edges of the bread. Perhaps if it were one larger patty? The onions gave it a sophisticated Salisbury steak vibe, wholly superior to Hungry Man. The fries called to mind the fries at Wendy's. If only they offered a Frosty to dip them in. It wouldn't necessarily go with their beer. I'd suggest they put bourbon or something in it, but I shudder to think what they might charge.

Bluewood Brewing is one of the shining stars on Cherokee Street. I enjoy the rustic and comfortable…read moreatmosphere that they have created from an old stable house. The bartenders are friendly and if you can't decide what beer to order, they're knowledgeable and will help you pick the right one for you. Mac's Burgers has long been gone, but the kitchen is still putting out some damn good food. I enjoyed some plain chicken wings. I'm doing some low-carb eating, so I had them prepared with no sauce and even plain they were top-notch. The pieces were good sized and super crisp and juicy. I eat a lot of wings and I am always a happy eater when, my flats and drums are the same quantity. Just a quirk of mine. Dieting does have some disadvantages. I normally order fries with my wings and I had to miss out this time. However, my mouth was drooling seeing servings of fries at tables around me. After I've droped a few pounds, I'll be back to enjoy some. When: January 21, 2026 Why: Wing Dinner and Craft Beer

Taco Tuesday was LIT! food fire, music on point, & service great!! Come with your friends for a…read moregreat time!!

Came here on a Saturday night and we were the only table at 6:30. Chips and salsas was good. Food…read morewas fine, I got the chicken fajita and thought everything was good besides refried beans and rice that came with my fajita were both really bad. Men's bathroom didn't have a working light. My friend had to use his phone flashlight. Women's bathroom had no toilet paper in one of the stalls. Service was ok. It took a while to get the check and at times our waitress seemed a little confused but it wasn't too bad.

Met up with some friends here for soup Sunday. I was impressed with how busy it was. By the time…read moreI got there my friends had already found seats. I have not been drinking lately so I ordered a non alcoholic rose and it was very good. We also all ordered soup, I think mine was chicken and mushroom and it came with bread and butter. Food came out quick and was delicious! The place was very busy so it was loud, but not too loud to have a conversation so that was nice. I was also surprised by how big it was. Parking was also pretty easy to get. It was a great experience and I would def go back!

Great socializing vibe. I'm not a beer lover but what I had was good. English summer ale. Light and…read morelower alcohol content. I noticed later they also have other options, but when in Rome....we didn't really have food other than pretzel nibs and cheese and some nuts. The service was at the bar only. No table service. Nice place to hang and watch sports. The soccer tournament was on featuring the game w England. We had some ppl in our party from there, so they were really pumped! Fun place. Lots of TVs for lots of sports if that's your thing.