Not what I expected, but now one of my new Soulard faves! You'd think it's a dive bar from the…read moreoutside, but it's the coziest, swankiest little lounge that feels like someone's house. They had a jazz jam band to perfect the ambiance. It would get pretty loud, though, when they were playing so it was a little hard to talk. I truly thought this bar only served espresso martinis because that's all I saw people ordering and drinking, but now I understand why. They're GOOD! A cute, intimate spot for starting or ending a night.

We were in the mood for a Sunday Funday and this popped up for happy hour. We had been to the…read morebuilding but not since it was Hi-Hat. I regret to inform you that even though they had happy hour online on Sundays, they did not actually have happy hour. Which was a huge bummer because it was the only reason we chose this spot. BUT they had some really tasty on tap cocktails, including a berry/ginger vodka drink that we've been copying at home because it was so good. The service was great it just sucked that they had different information online than in person!

It's like drinking in a friend's basement, but drinking carefully crafted cocktails!…read more The mixologists were fun, inviting, and really made us feel at home. That coupled with the great drinks they are serving up make this such a fun place! The place is small, so be sure to make a reservation, you will be glad you did!

Great service with a lot of cool little drinks…read more The location was a cool idea to have a speak easy concept.

had the chance to finally try the coffee shop at trust. amazing flavor profiles, and i HIGHLY…read moreappreciate the use of housemade syrups (that actually taste good) the place doesn't look like a coffee place from the outside, but you don't wanna make the mistake of passing it up. very museum kinda vibe inside. the barista was super knowledgeable, super kind, and made my miso butterscotch latte PERFECT. too fav lattes in the city

Great and unique spot, very artsy vibes. On the third floor there's a small rooftop/deck with a…read morenice view. The bartenders were attentive and kind. I ordered the "it's all in my head" drink it was very good and refreshing, my husband had the civil life American brown ale which he enjoyed.

Food is outstanding. So much flavor. All dishes prepared perfectly. Portions of small plates are…read moreentree size, a meal in themselves. The mushroom pasta is a must. Service was attentive but not forced. I look forward to coming back.

Went here for my birthday dinner. I would definitely recommend the Bellwether for the great food…read moreand drinks. However, if you are looking for some sort of acknowledgment of your occasion I wouldn't recommend it for that. I'm not sure you can state the occasion on the reservation and we weren't asked by our server. The food was great. Drinks good. I like the ambiance and decor. The service was as expected. The mixed greens salad was phenomenal. My boyfriend thought the caesar salad was okay. I really enjoyed the "bruschetta" appetizer. The Okabe was a nice dish and my boyfriend loved the strip steak. We had a great meal.

I love having drinks at Planter's House! Like to come for the food, too but this time it was just…read moredrinks. So awesome to be waited on by Ted himself! He made some suggestions after I asked a few questions. Ended up with the Denial and Error made with Strawberry Infused Cambio Blanco Tequila, Black Sesame-Miso Syrup, Lime, and Chocolate Walnut Bitters. So different but so good as is always the case! I loved how the miso and sesame came through. My other pick was what my daughter was going to get so I got to try that, too! The So Hip It's Outta Sight made with Blanco Tequila, Green Chile Vodka, Creole Shrubb, Cranberry-Sage Syrup, and Lime. It was sweet and good. I would order either of them again. We arrived late on Sunday, around 9:00 PM and they closed at 10:00 not realizing till we were in and seated that no one else was there, we must have passed the last person that came out as we were coming in. Everyone was very gracious; we had one drink and were on our way. I normally have two but didn't want to overstay. I love this place!

Planter's House is not a bar... it's a whole experience. If…read moreyou appreciate a well-made cocktail, this is the place to be in St. Louis. The vibe is classic, elevated, and gives true cocktail lounge energy -- not loud or chaotic, just intentional and well put together. Now let's talk about what we came for: the drinks. We ordered the Old Fashioned flight, and when I say they did not come to play... they did not come to play. Each one was crafted differently, and you can tell there's real skill behind the bar. These are not bartenders -- these are mixologists. Every drink was balanced, strong (in a good way), and thoughtfully made. Quick tip: If you plan on getting the Old Fashioned flight, make this your last stop of the night... because you will feel it. Service was great, drinks came out in a timely manner, and the overall experience felt elevated from start to finish. Highly recommend if you're looking for a true cocktail experience in St. Louis.

Extra Wavy is a very vibey and fun spot to snag a meal with friends…read more You might not immediately think that Saint Louis and Lobster Roll would go in the same sentence but Extra Wavy does a fantastic job of bringing fresh seafood concepts to life in the midwest and I really enjoyed my meal here. First of all the cocktails are wonderful. I'm an old fashioned girlie and their version did not let me down. My friends got some different, more unique drinks though that were really inventive and the sip I had of one of them confirmed that they do taste as good as they look. The lobster roll doughnut I had was really fun, and I'd definitely try it again, though I think sharing it with a friend along with a big side order of their fries might be the winning move here. I don't live in STL so not sure when I'll be back but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this spot to others as it really is a little gem of a restaurant.

Extra Wavy is Ross Geller. Main character, well liked, smart, and trying a little too hard in every…read morescene, here every dish has their 'take' even if it's not needed. You'll enjoy the evening. You'll also catch yourself thinking, Ross, relax, the lobster is fine on a regular bun. Like friends, the environment is relaxed, and winks at the long john silver's concept of hanging fish nets from the ceiling or perhaps that's the east coast ambiance? We came as a party of ten for a friend's 40th, so weigh the service notes with that in mind. The staff kept water glasses full and drink orders moving, and entrées landed on time. Our appetizers did not. Twenty minutes in, I asked to add one, and the whole set arrived together, which tells me the first order never made it to the kitchen. The focaccia with romesco butter and the pomegranate pork belly skewers were worth the wait. The fried polenta was fine, but I was there for the spiced jam under it. The Golden Coast Old Fashioned was excellent, nearly the best thing I had all night. Fair warning on the fish and chips: the crust is thick and heavy, and you need to want that. The salt and vinegar fries are terrific and punishingly salty, so order them as a shared side, not a full plate. This is decadent, salt-forward food, and Extra Wavy knows it. The Wavy Burger (two thin smashed patties, manchego, pickles, sofrito aioli, crispy guanciale) was the plate worth reordering. A friend swears she dreams of the crab pasta, it's good. A friend hyped the lobster donut roll, and it was fine. Our friend with no expectations loved it. Manage yours. I tried my first oysters here. People who like oysters say these are good. I am not such a person. Sea snot is a texture I can skip. The sticky toffee pudding, on the other hand, I would drive back for multiple times. 4.0 out of 5 starts A signature dish that lands on the first try, and appetizers that show up on time, get this to the mid fours.

Stopped into the Saturn Lounge and instantly loved the vibe. This place has such a chill, laid-back…read morefeel that makes it easy to settle in and stay awhile. The cocktail list is solid, and the beer selection is seriously impressive, packed with a great mix of local breweries and unique options. There's also a nice outdoor seating area, but honestly, the magic of this spot is at the bar. The atmosphere there really brings everything together. One of the coolest touches is the large display of vinyl records, it adds a ton of character and gives the whole place a unique, almost nostalgic energy. We didn't try the food this time since we just stopped in for drinks, but it's definitely on the list for next visit. Looking forward to coming back and spending more time enjoying this gem of a spot.

The Saturn Lounge is an upscale neighborhood dive bar. Can a dive bar be upscale? It can be if it's…read morea bar like, The Saturn Lounge. It was my first visit to, TSL and I was impressed. I was in need of killing time before a crochet lesson down the street and I thought enjoying a cocktail was a good idea. I was able to get a seat at the bar and immediately starting reading the menu of their signature cocktails. I went with, Sign Painter. It was served in a fluted glass and was made with rye whiskey. I'm a big fan of rye and I found this drink very refreshing. I am a cocktail snob, I enjoy a well made cocktail. Being a snob, I want a mixologist that prepares a masterful cocktail. Enjoying my cocktail and watching the gentleman working behind the bar, I can honestly say, he is a masterful bartender. This visit, I did not order any food items. However, seeing the food severed around me, I'll definitely be back to enjoy to enjoy some Crab Stuffed Mushrooms or a Crab Cake Sandwich. The inside of the bar is compact. In addition to the bar sitting, there's a row of booths along the wall. Beyond the barroom, is a backroom that's is pretty comfy and classy, too. In front of the building is a welcoming patio, that I'll be back to check out in better weather. After just one visit, I know I'll be back. If I still lived in STL, I'd probably be a regular. When: January 21, 2026 Why: Killing time with a cocktail.

Have a date dowtown? Stressful day and need some chill vibes? Want to impress visitors?…read moreGo here for a nice drink and an escape from the chaos of outside. Lighting is very dark but service is superb. The drinks were all so well made and with interesting combos that my friend and I stayed for another round. I enjoyed the various small seating areas for a nice intimate feel and art deco accents. Can't wait to return!

I love looking for a new (to me) speakeasy to visit. This one popped up during my search for…read moresomething to do neaby... sooo, why not?!? The dimply lit space was open, with plenty of intimate/cozy seating areas. Service was great & we enjoyed the cocktail options & appreciated the use of fresh herbs. I'd like to stop back when we have more time vs a quick stop-in... soon, soon

We were looking for a lunch bite to eat for a hungry carnivore adult, a gluten intolerant adult and…read morea vegetarian adult. After looking at a handful of menus on the street, we de died on Good Company. Service was great. Very attentive. They immediately asked if we had any dietary issues and then promptly after hearing out needs, made a handful of recommendations. We started with the cauliflower. It was excellent the light sauce and pine nuts really made this dish top notch. The vegetarian and GF adults then split the Caesar salad and the squash seasonal salad. Both were so flavorful, filling and entirely unique. If you're a salad eater, I'd highly recommend either one of these. The carnivore in our group ordered the Italian beef with French fries. Unfortunately they were out of the Italian beef so he had to settle on the wings. The wings were a solid lunch after an appetizer, but the sauce was not what was expected. Overall, the menu is simple, maybe 15 items in total and they probably need to have more for carnivores who are looking for something other than a hamburger and not too heavy for lunch. But for the other 2 in our group, we walked out super satisfied.

First time in and I was underwhelmed by the service but the food was good and at the end we got a…read moreglimpse of what service could be. We arrived for a late lunch around 3:15ish. There were a few people in the dining area and a person at the bar. Our host welcomed us and asked if we had a reservation, we did not. He led us to a table and indicated our server would be with us shortly. We reviewed the menu and reading about them and their philosophy, the menu, the drink options and so forth. One of the staff behind the bar came and took our order. I stuck with water and we ordered chicken wings to share, I also got the Cucumber Tomato Salad for my meal, it sounded so fresh! Chicken wings came out fairly quick; delivered by the host who seated us. They were really good. The skin was crisp and the buffalo sauce a good flavor. We both enjoyed them. They came with a Green Goddess dressing, I am not a fan of that dressing, but the wings were good on their own. My salad came out and it was as refreshing as it sounded! It was the half salad, and it was a generous portion. Cornichon, Oven-Roasted Tomato, Crispy Shallot, Chopped Egg, and Dill Buttermilk dressing. It was perfectly dressed, and great proportions on the ingredients. My daughter ordered the Patty Melt advertised on Union Loafers bread and that clinched it for her. She indicated it was very good. The food was delivered by someone other than our server. After our food was delivered no one came back to check on us and we waited quite a while before we could get someone's attention to bring boxes and our check. While we were waiting the employees were setting up for dinner service, adding mini aperitif style glasses and then a couple came in for an early dinner and their server was so awesome, he came over and chatted with them offering samples of some kind of alcohol, he was so friendly! If we had been a little later and had him for a server, it would have changed our whole experience! We both commented that on our way out after we had eventually got settled up

Lovely, intimate ambiance and incredibly friendly service! The bartender was super attentive and…read moremakes a mean Sazerac. I liked that there was a wide selection of non-alcoholic cocktails as well.

Cocktail dreams are made of …read more.... @thepassportcocktailbar is quickly becoming one of my favorite spots to slip away for a drink. Earl's Fever Dream -- their genius spin on an espresso martini, infused with lavender -- let me tell you, it's absolutely one of my favorite cocktails in all of St. Louis. It's smooth, it's floral, it's bold, and it's got me dreaming about my next visit. If you're into unique sips with a little edge and a whole lot of vibe, you need to add Passport Cocktails to your list.