Neil the GM and executive chef at Mariposa is hands down the best I've encountered. I brought my 2 year old daughter here for her Birthday this afternoon, and she was in a mood. From the second we walked in Neil could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. Our server and the other staff were phenomenal as well, they sang her happy birthday and really made her Birthday feel so special! Happy I can still enjoy Mariposa with a toddler in tow! read more

I could be very biased here, but Mariposa was absolutely lovely! My best friend/matron of honor held my bridal shower at Mariposa and the staff were so amazing. Our server, Marlo was so sweet and patient. The restaurant itself was clean and chic. Providing a comfortable yet serene atmosphere with calming hues and music. I ordered the Parmesan crusted chicken which was delicious! It was crispy, not overly saucy (topped with a tomato-caper salsa) served with a side of broccolini. Everyone's portion sizes were just enough. The chef assisted our staff in delivering some of the orders and was engaging. And to celebrate the manager offered me a glass of champagne. Overall, the experience was absolutely wonderful. We were not rushed yet welcomed and celebrated. Thank you Mariposa! read more

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Upscale lunch done well. ++. Ambiance is gracious white linen service. Inside Frontenac on the 2nd floor at NM, white butterflies from the ceiling hang set the mood. Mostly ladies lunch here at a calmer and slower pace. ++. Food is American lunch. They serve a warm brioche popover with strawberry jam and a tiny cup of warm chicken broth as starters. The brioche was light and delicious. Sipping the warm chicken broth did wonders to relax me after a hectic day of travel. I ordered a burger medium rare with fries. But it came out near well done. I was too famished to send it back. Still it was juicy and flavorful. +. Price is high. Figure $30-$50/pp +++. Service is wonderful here. Better than the Ritz. Gracious and attentive. The ever so disappearing SerVice everywhere missed this place ;). They are only open from 11am to 3pm. +. Parking is ample at the mall. Go for decent food and even better service! MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane -- Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark +. Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE... WHERE have you bee my LiFe! read more

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Pretty little spot inside Neiman Marcus! We love to stop in for a popover (will change your life) and lunch. Classy atmosphere and great staff. Huge fan of their chicken salad salad! read more

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Lunch but upgraded. Mariposa is located on the 2nd floor in Neiman Marcus. Sometimes I just need an upscale lunch with champagne. The restaurant has an elegant ambiance, chic decor of silver and white and very attentive service. Always start with the signature popover served with strawberry butter and they keep these popovers coming. Then, I had the crab cake sandwich no bun. This spot has one of my favorite crab cakes in St. Louis. Ace got the salmon which he said was crispy on the outside and perfectly cooked on the inside. Dessert at Mariposa should not be missed. The lemon cake is a highlight. See the fork duel? I won! Mariposa also has a fantastic patio! read more

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A warm popover with strawberry butter and a demitasse of chicken broth. How's that to get started? This restaurant is classic NM chic. Butterflies cascading from the ceiling. Attentive service. Luxe vibes. I chose an NM stalwart. Chicken salad with the orange soufflé. It pairs with sweetbread of the day. Which, luckily for me, was a blueberry muffin on this day. Oh how I love a perfect blueberry muffin. This menu item has been a part of NM dining from the start for good reason. Loved the whole experience. Only negative was the renovations going on in the store. The restaurant location is not well marked at the moment and quite hidden. But be sure to seek it out. read more

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Brought mom here for a Ladies that Lunch Mother's Day gift! Such a gorgeous set up, white linens and all! Simple menu. We had the crab cake sandwich and French dip. And...let's not forgot the popovers! Served seemed a bit distracted and only at the end of the meal did there seem to be some attention paid to us but the hostess who sat us couldn't have been nicer! I ordered a Rose Aperol spritz, didn't taste rose in it. We greatly enjoyed our mother daughter time here! read more

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Outstanding place to eat! White cloth table venue with very reasonable prices. Always friendly, and food is spot on with great selection. Menu is small but solid, and I would recommend reservations. read more

Came here with my girlfriends for an early lunch before shopping! I ordered the chicken salad which was so tasty. It is such a beautifully decorated place that looks quite fancy but the prices are good and the food is so delicious. Service was friendly and prompt! read more

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I was visiting St. Louis for the holidays and went here for lunch with family. I wanted to like this place so badly- it was okay. Highly recommend reservations as they are only open Mon-Sat 11am-3pm. I do think we visited on a super busy day, however they seemed very understaffed. We waited forever for the host to seat us and then forever for our waitress to even get our drinks. The service was really really slow like to the point that our waitress was complaining how slow the kitchen was. A few of our meals were done before others so they sat there. This is why I think in prior reviews people complain the food is cold. They don't time the full tables meals well. They start the table off with strawberry butter and a popover. Really unique. After that they bring out a chicken bone broth in a little mug. I got a chicken caesar salad, which was just really average. Table got the ginger chicken salad, citrus salad with salmon and the salmon tacos. My favorite out of that was the ginger chicken salad. It had the most flavor. I would come back to try it again, however with all the great restaurants in St. Louis if they stepped it up it could be way better. Overall experience 2/5. read more

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We had lunch at Mariposa on Friday 1/23/26. Always a great experience. I want to commend the restaurant on their staff and especially Marlo who was our waitress. Marlo was fantastic. She really took care of us with "heart" and really knew the menu to make very good suggestions to us. She was attentive and caring and a true joy. I hardly ever make a review but we all felt compelled to really praise Marlo - she made our experience even better than the food which was also very good! read more

Mariposa is an upscale lunch establishment nestled in the upper back of Neiman Marcus with both an entrance from outside (back of building) and inside from the second floor. The menu is limited with mostly salads, a few burgers and sandwiches. The prices match the store - $8 or so to add chicken to your salad. The salads didn't seem all that innovative to me, pretty standard fare. The chopped salad was ok but I was not a fan of cauliflower added to it and thought it lacked enough dressing. The chicken, however, was quite delicious. It took a while to get service, both at the hostess stand and at the table. I believe they were quite understaffed. But the restaurant feels vintage and upscale, and I like the vibe. It feels like old school department store shopping. I think they are about to undergo a renovation so watch this space! Solid choice for lunch in the area as there aren't many options. read more

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The service at Mariposa was impeccable. The food was pretty good, too! It's a great place to stop during a day of shopping. read more

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Amazing food! The salmon tacos were not only absolutely delicious but gluten free option. Popovers served at the table were amazing! Service impeccable, courteous and special. Able to enjoy conversation in quieter atmosphere. Loved the experience! read more

After shopping at Nieman Marcus, we decided to have lunch at The Zodiac, their in-store restaurant. It is located on the second floor in the southwest rear corner of the store. After being seated, we received a demitasse of warm consommé, a bread pastry and whipped strawberry butter. The floor coverings were a bright gray carpet under the tables, but in the high-traffic areas, they were extremely soiled. This gave us a very poor impression of what might be served from the kitchen. When the brunch entree arrived, the potatoes on both plates were cold. When brought to the attention of David, he grudging arranged to have fresh potatoes cooked for us. The Crab Cakes Benedict were poached eggs & crab cakes perched over a circular piece of bread. We both enjoyed them. After dining, a few chocolate mint sticks we're tossed onto the table by David. Gary, an attendant, was friendly, cordial & very efficient. In our opinion, Gary is an asset to The Zodiac. read more

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Mariposa easily accommodated our brunch group reservation today. It's tucked away in Neiman Marcus on the second floor. Buffy was our waitress and did a great job. The burger was yummy and the sunset drink was especially refreshing. read more

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Ambiance is perfect. Customer service is unmatched. Friendly and unpretentious. We will be back.

Delightful lunch with impeccable service. Atmosphere was charming. The chef seated me and informed me of the updated menu. Very friendly staff. Food was good. Shout out to the 1970's orange (soufflé') jello mold!! Loved the chicken broth/popover with strawberry butter which preceded my meal. read more

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Great experience. Located inside neiman marcus, this little cafe is a nice lunch spot. The service is friendly and knowledge. They are a little slow, but make up for it in personality. The pop over bread with strawberry butter is the highlight here. We had a salad and the mushroom sandwich. Both very good. The somewhat slow service and the slightly high lunch prices hold it back from a 4 star. How we, I rate this place as very good and recommend you try it. read more

A friend suggested that I check out The Zodiac and I finally made it and brought my mom with me for lunch yesterday. The is very nice and open. It's located in southwestern corner of the second floor of Neiman Marcus. Upon sitting, we were given freshly baked popovers with strawberry butter spread, water, and a small cup of broth. I also had the mango raspberry iced tea, which was really good! For lunch I had the burger and fries and my mom got the Zodiac Medley with a half chicken salad sandwich, side of fruit, and half tortilla soup. We both really enjoyed the meal. My burger was huge and was very well-prepared. We fell to temptation and shared the dessert of the day, a white cake with coconut icing. It was good. Our service was very good and our waiter was very attentive. The prices at Zodiac are not cheap, but not too painful (about $18-$20 for every lunch entree). The large portions helped justify the price tag. And let's be real, it's Neimans people. I definitely enjoyed my experience and will absolutely be back! read more

The food was all excellent and our table ate 3 different menu choices. Also the broth and pop over was right on par as always. Buffy our server was a delight and very attentive to any table needs. John the head Chef even stopped by to make the food as great and if we needed anything. Will be back soon! read more

Great lunch spot. Mariposa formally known as the Zodiac is tucked away in the corner of Neiman Marcus on the second floor. My first impression of the restaurant was vintage & darling. The decor matched the department store perfectly offering a vibrant, bustling yet laid back atmosphere. It took a minute to get seated but I didn't mind because I could see they were busy. Mind you this is a Tuesday afternoon, so this tells me that this is the go to place for lunch. I decided on the NM Chicken Salad Sandwich with chips. I also ordered a Cosmo for my cocktail. My cosmo was quite delightful! Next out came the chicken salad sandwich. The chicken salad is served on a warm, light croissant. Perfect choice of bread for this sandwich. The chicken salad could have used a bit more flavoring as it tasted bland. I added a little salt and pepper to add some flavor. Overall a really good lunch with good service. I most definitely will be returning. read more

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We enjoyed a lovely lunch celebrating my grandma's 91st Birthday at Mariposa today. The service was great, shout out to Alex who was absolutely wonderful! Everyone in our party of 5 enjoyed the food and drinks as well as the atmosphere. Alex made sure my grandma felt extra special by bringing out a slice of carrot cake with a candle. It was perfect. read more

Oh, you fancy, huh? I'll start off by admitting that the only reason I found myself here for a Saturday lunch is because I was invited by Neiman Marcus' PR rep to give the restaurant a try. Because honestly? Stephanie + Frontenac + Neiman Marcus just doesn't compute. At all. So now that's out of the way. I came here on a Saturday afternoon for lunchy goodness. Zodiac is located inside of Neiman Marcus. The most straightforward way to get to the place is to park outside of Neiman Marcus, go upstairs, and the restaurant is clearly marked. It was easy for me to find, and I'm directionally challenged. The place itself is nice. The crowd consisted of lots of middle aged to older women. It was quite crowded; I definitely recommend making a reservation. Anyway, I was seated immediately, and the waitress came over with an ice cold glass of water and a cute little espresso cup filled with delicious chicken broth. Oh my. This was fab. Next up? The famous popovers! I've never had a popover before, so I was excited to try it. It was sort of like a puffier croissant? I tried it with the strawberry butter that was provided, which was delicious. But then the waitress brought over some strawberry jam -- she said that was her favorite way to enjoy the popover. Woah, was she right! Ask for the strawberry jam with your popover. You're welcome. The lunch special for that day was chicken pot pie, and that sounded amazing, so I went with it. This isn't your grandma's pot pie! Instead of coming in a traditional pot pie shape, this was layered with tons of deliciously flaky phyllo dough. Oh wow. This was amazing, and the portion was HUGE! I loved the richness of the pot pie filling. There were tons of veggies, potatoes, and huge chunks of chicken. It totally hit the spot. After 2 popovers, 1/3 of my pot pie, and chicken broth, I was stuffed. But then the waitress told me about the dessert menu. And even though I was absolutely stuffed, when I heard about the selections, I HAD to order dessert. Who wants to guess what I ordered? Bread pudding, of course. We'll start with the positive. The presentation was amazing. I've attached a picture. The ice cream on top of the bread pudding was seriously amazing. And the raspberry sauce surrounding it was delicious. But the bread pudding itself? I wasn't a fan. It had chunks of cranberries in it. I've never had fruitcake, but I imagine that this must be what it tasted like. I'm such a BP purist, and this had so many chunks of fruit and nuts in it that I just couldn't do it. Anyway, Zodiac was amazing. I don't think I would come here on a regular basis, but I think my grandma would be a huge fan of the atmosphere and the food. On the way out, I grabbed one of those famous Neiman Marcus cookies. Please believe the hype. That sucker was TASTY. read more

Mariposa - Bread pudding - Coffee & Tea Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

The food was delicious. The drinks were great. Good alcohol content. Truffle fries are a must. Love the outdoor seating. Took a little time to get seated, but once seated the service was great. read more

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I went to the Zodiac Saturday afternoon with my mom for the first time and I have to say I was a bit disappointed. I was expecting a little more classiness and maybe it was because I went during a busy Saturday as opposed to during the week, but it wasn't so fancy. The place was packed and noisy and I was seated between two parties with children. Service was really, really slow. I ordered the toasted cheese with avocado, tomato, and bacon. It came with a cup of soup and fruit. The sandwich was really good and came with a ton of bacon. There were two soup selections, neither of which really appealed to me, but I got the pasta faglioli. I wasn't a huge fan, but I also don't really like beans, so that's my problem. My mom ordered a orange souffle with chicken salad. I'd never seen a souffle like that and don't think I'd get it, but it was interesting. A few people around me ordered salads and those looked amazing. The popovers with strawberry butter were good, and yes you get as many as you want. I think I might want to come back here during the week when it's not so crazy and there are less children. Maybe then it would be more a treat. read more

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I have always heard great things about the Zodiac restaurant but always forget about it in the back of Neiman Marcus. It definitely gives you that same high class feel that you get from shopping at Neiman's with the price point to match. The hostess sat us promptly at an end table that easily accommodated my baby carrier. She offered me an alternative black napkin since my pants were black which I've never had offered to me before it was a nice touch. We ordered a salmon salad and the turkey sandwich for our lunch entrees. While you wait they give you some chicken broth to cleanse your palette and wonderful popovers with strawberry butter. Our meal was taking a long time to prepare which we noted but didn't complain about. Our waiter apologized several times and the head chef even came out to apologize again without us even mentioning the wait. They offered us a free dessert saying they understand how hard it is to wait at a restaurant with an infant. It was very good customer service. Our salad and sandwich were really delicious when we got them and we both finished our entire meal. They definitely earned a new fan with me. read more

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I got the chicken salad sandwich it was alright not super flavorful but the croissant it was on was really good! Also always love the truffle fries and pomegranate lemonade and popovers! Really great with social distancing here too! read more

Mariposa - Burger, truffle fries, chicken salad sandwich, and pomegranate lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Charming & fabulous time with friends! Highly recommended. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff.

There is NO all vegetable salad any longer. Menu has changed. The chef is great ant willing to accommodate special diet requests ( but don't do that to him at peak times). My older, rave reviews have been removed on this app. What's app with that? read more

I resisted the siren call of the Zodiac Restaurant at Neimans for fear that lunch might include a side of $500 heels. I don't have this fear at Applebees. Zodiac does it right by starting off with a delicious popover and a side of strawberry butter. Along with the carbs comes a tiny expresso cup of chicken broth to get your taste buds revved up. Nice. I ordered the black angus burger, meduim done and subed the chips for a healthy green salad with light balsamic dressing. I am a burger fanatic and anticipated the burger would be decent. No, not decent at the Zodiac....superb at the Zodiac. Completely surprising to me. Pleasantly surprised. For a Saturday afternoon, it was busy but service was great. My only small dissappointment was that the chocolate chip cookies were out that day. Oh well. Guess who is going back to Zodiac to try more menu items and snatch up those cookies! Beware that Zodiac has VERY limited hours of operation like 11am to 2pm or 3pm I think. Also, it is advised that you make reservations. I didn't but was told it is a good idea especially on the weekends. read more

If I only said one word to you ever again, it would be popover. And if I could say a few more it would be popovers with strawberry butter at Neiman Marcus' Zodiac restaurant. It's really rather strange and ethereal, the whole Zodiac thing. I mean, it's tucked away on the second floor behind the clothing department. You wouldn't know it's there unless someone told you or unless you frequent Neiman Marcus, which I don't. But once you find it, it's like a little light gets turned on in your heart. Really. It's magical. Like a fancy little trip through the wardrobe in Narnia. Only on the other side you get warm, airy and golden popovers just begging to be slathered with the creamiest, sweetest and most strawberry infused butter you've ever tasted. You can certainly ask for strawberry jam, too, if you want to be really puristy. The food there, is awesome, too. Fresh fish and pasta dishes. The ambiance is really cool. Kind of clubby feeling, if that club were inside a honeydew melon, peppered with cantaloupe chandeliers and rose petal wall adornments. I mean it when I say it feels like you stepped into some kind of portal. If you can believe it, though, it's not an expensive portal. Amazingly affordable. The food here is perhaps the only thing you will ever purchase at Neiman Marcus. read more

I like coming here and feeling fancy. My mother had given me one of her In-Circle (read: NM Shopper Club) Perk card, which means it's only good for dining and services, and, since I'm in school and could always use a fancy pick-me-up, decided to invite my friend Amy for an afternoon of lunching and (window) shopping. Coming here (or any NM restaurant) for lunch lets me pretend what it would be like to be a lady who lunches. That's who was all around us, except with a few well-dressed husband-companions. The Zodiac has lovely modern decor and a bright bar area. Other ladies were in the back tea room playing cards. I love the NM tradition: popovers with sweet strawberry butter and a demitasse of chicken consommé. What's the word that I would use to describe this? Oh yes, fancy. My shrimp and vegetable risotto was delicious. I always appreciate the NM menu, with its recommendations for healthy dining (although my risotto did not make the list). The bread pudding was fabulous, and they split it for Amy and I onto two separate plates - no plate-sharing here! In the spirit of "healthy" dining, I also appreciated their low-calorie cocktail options, because, seriously, who should have to give up an afternoon cocktail if they're on a diet? I had their margarita (at only 170 calories). It was enough for a light, cheerful buzz throughout the shoe department. Fancy *and* classy. read more

I agree whole-heartedly with everything Stefanie E. said about the popovers with strawberry butter served at The Zodiac at NM. They are truly some of the best things I've ever tasted in my life! Whenever I have the chance to dine at Zodiac, I always call the popover guy over to my table at least 2 more times after the initial drop-off. And he's always willing to oblige. The popovers are steamy, airy, eggy perfection. Apparently the recipe is available on the back of the children's menu, though I'd be remiss to try baking them myself - I don't think they'd even come close to those prepared professionally at The Zodiac. As for the rest of the menu at The Zodiac - you can't go wrong with all the options available. Look out for their daily specials - they always have something enticing listed there. And their soups are amazing. A favorite is the Medley, where you get a cup of soup along with a half-sandwich (either tuna or chicken salad - both excellent choices). The Mandarin Salad plate is also a great choice - you get chicken salad, a heaping pile of frest fruit, a muffin, and a delicious mandarin orange custardy-souffle. It's very good. The crab cake is another great choice. I know NM is famous for their chocolate chip cookies, but honestly, I've always been so full from yummy food and the popovers that I've yet to save room for dessert! Even if you've never set foot in a Neiman Marcus store in your life - you must to try the popovers at The Zodiac. Be warned - they're only open for lunch, and if you show up during peak luncheon hours, be prepared to wait while "the ladies who lunch" finish up their meal. read more

I ate here for the first time yesterday with boyfriend and family from out of town. The place was as good as I expected! I ordered the crab cake burger - delicious!! The house merlot and cab. were very mellow, just right for lunch. The popovers are to die for! I enjoyed the atmosphere: it's really open and modern; you don't feel squished into a crowded shopping-mall restaurant. Obviously, it is a little higher brow than your typical cheesecake factory, and I think it's worth the extra $. It was a little bit of a splurge for lunch, but honestly not over-priced. read more

Entire staff working their butts off and doing a GREAT job. They are understaffed, like many restaurants, but the staff have an incredibly upbeat attitude while multitasking. Food was Really good, but service was unbeatable! Keep up the great work!!!!!! read more

A cozy restaurant, nestled deep within Plaza Frontenac. Friendly servers, delicious bread, tasty appetizers, but fairly bland entrees (I ordered chicken and my friend got fish tacos). For an $87 (with tip, no drinks) lunch, I expected more flavorful food. read more

Lunch was wonderful. Not a fan of the broth served before ordering - too salty. The popovers and berry butter are a fave and I would gladly order the shrimp and quinoa salad again. The consistency of quinoa varies and it was cooked perfectly. The shrimp seemed lightly blackened and was delicious - an awesome salad. read more

Before the meal they served us yummy pastries with strawberry butter as well as petite cups of chicken broth. Great service and appetizers. What we ordered: i) STARTERS Deviled Eggs Three Ways ii) COMPOSED SALADS Grilled Shrimp & Quinoa Salad iII) ENTRÉES Filet of Beef (caramelized onions, blue cheese butter, seasonal vegetables, roast thyme fingerling potatoes,red wine jus) iv) DESSERTS Chocolate Lace Cake read more

My favorite restaurant to eat at in St. Louis, by far. Why, you ask? The impeccable service. The gorgeous decor. The delectable food. The popovers with strawberry butter, and chicken broth that are served to you throughout your meal. If you're looking for the perfect restaurant for a lunch date, a business lunch, or a fabulous Sunday brunch, look no further. It is certainly a bit pricey, but it is worth every penny. read more