Jared made a wonderfully crafted cocktail based on my tastes. His is a craftsman bartender. He and the other employees were friendly and welcoming. read more

Fun fun fun fun fun little place in the grove. Creative drinks from the bartender, awesome music to grove to. Absolutely will be back

great ambience paired with amazing cocktails and knowledgeable bartenders! I have always had a great time here. The patio is a great spot to sit in the summer, and the inside is adorable as well. read more

This is a cool spot in the far end of the grove near Kingshighway. They have a great cocktails list (alcoholic and non alcoholic). The chicken bites and fries from duckbill is a must read more

Had such a great time here with some friends in a Wednesday evening! The bar tender was so kind and friendly, and really took the time to speak with us regarding what drinks we each might like. The cocktails were amazing! The only things that made the review 3 stars instead of 5 would be: (1) the music was a bit loud for a Wednesday evening, and it was slightly hard to hear one another; (2) the music types ranged from screamo to pop, which made the vibe a bit confusing; and (3) the parking was extremely limited (I may or may not have ended up parking on a permit only street). Still, I would definitely consider returning here on a weekend night out in the Grove, as I imagine it would be very fun to have some drinks here when the loud music wouldn't be as much of a problem. read more

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Ema was friendly when we stepped in the door the rest of the staff was kind of standoffish didn't wanna welcome others! But Ema was amazing!!! read more

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Great cocktails, great staff, and great vibes! The chicken nuggets are salt bombs, buyers beware.

Omg Mondays are my jam. Karaoke night!!! The service is great in my opinion. Never had any issues!!! Also love the food!!! Now the cook definitely knows the definition of Hot and Ready!! A great spot for a great time!! read more

Great corner location. Knowledgeable bartenders, fun banter and wonderful cocktails! We had an espresso martini and an old fashioned, both 10/10! Cute date night spot for drinks read more

It was a nice bar, loud with the live music but fun. The patio was chill, beer was cold, and the bartenders were friendly. What more could you need? Check out the bathrooms! read more

THE BEST Old Fashioned I've Ever Had! I can't shout that loud enough. They have an awesome Bourbon selection and I went with Buffalo Trace. Stopped in random on a Saturday around 4:30p and it wasn't crowded, which was great. Sun was out so we sat on the patio. They make their own cherries and OMG, so good. I tried to talk one of the owners into giving me cherries to go, but alas that didn't fly. LOL. All the more reason to come back and have more Old Fashioned! The care that the mixologist took in making this cocktail, you could tell they were a professional and I enjoyed watching the master at work. This is where cocktails go to Live! read more

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Platypus replaced what used to be the U.R.B. It is a cocktail lounge with casual eats in the back. It has an eclectic feel with interesting, random decor and very random seating. There are some normal tables, the bar, a couple of large kitchen tables, and a couple of booths. The bartenders are super friendly and accommodating. The featured cocktail menu is limited, but the bartenders are willing to make other things too. There is also beer. Good music, dim lighting, casual vibes. The food is from Eat Duckbill and it is yummy. I am a vegetarian, so I was quite pleased to see multiple options for me! read more

Platypus - Cocktail Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

The food and music are amazing! Bonus points for the vegan options and mocktails! Will continue to return. Limited parking. read more

This is one of our favorite places to stop by for a night cap or for a pre-party drink. They constantly change their cocktail menu and everyone is always very friendly and willing to explain each ingredient to you. Outside of one mishap of a fall pumpkin cocktail in 2022, everything we've ever had has been well-balanced and delicious. It's located in the Grove and has a heavy metal feel so prepare for some loud music and raucous patrons. Believe it or not, they have an amazing Pina Colada, which is definitely worth getting but stay away from the Miami Vice. It'ss not quite what you think it is i.e. sipping cocktails on a beach. If you are hungry, make sure to try Duckbill which is located in the same building and has delicious popcorn chicken as well as a variety of vegan options. Absolutely love this cocktail bar! read more

Went here with a group of friends for some drinks. The bar is unique and the DJ played good music. Drinks are pricey, particularly their house cocktails which don't have the price next to them on their menu. Duckbill is the restaurant portion attached to platypus and we sat there and got some fries which were delicious. read more

Love the atmosphere and will definitely be back. Bartender was very friendly and told me all about the n/a spirits that they offer. Love that they're inclusive to those who just want to enjoy a crafted cocktail without the high ABV. They also hold comedy open mic nights every now and then. Great addition to the Grove neighborhood! read more

Platypus - Cocktail Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Incredible cocktails made by some of the best bartenders in St Louis with delicious fried foods on a nice back patio.. need I say more?! This new(ish) spot is my current favorite place in The Grove. I love every cocktail on the board, even The NA are incredible! read more

Great drinks, music, and entertainment! Highly recommend for a low key night with high quality food and drink!

This place has the best cocktails in all of St. Louis the drink menu changes every week and it's designed by different bartenders. It is always a treat to try the newest and greatest creation plus very entertaining to watch them prepare the best bartenders in St. Louis hands-down. read more

My friend picked this place for a Birthday get together on a Monday night for the karaoke. It was my first time here and I plan on never coming back. Aside from the music being ungodly loud everything was fine until we went to close our tab. Both of the bartenders very blatantly looking to help anyone at the bar except for us including some old guy helping himself to the garnish jar and also serving a drink to someone that wasn't even there. It was beyond absurd. Maybe they don't like gay people. If you don't want us there, let us close our tab faster so we can freaking leave! read more

Platypus is my new local date night obsession! This craft cocktail bar is owned by two renowned St. Louis mixologists who have created a trendy cocktail lounge with a comfortable casual vibe. Platypus specializes in perfecting a few cocktails in hopes customers will try something new each time their menu changes. I'm not a huge margarita or bourbon person but the drinks I got were so unique, refreshing, and beautiful! When you're there, do not skip out on the snacks from Eat Bill Duck in the back of the bar! The chef has perfected his recipe and taken chicken and fries to a whole new level. Already planning our return to try Platypus' latest cocktail changes! read more

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Great drinks and nice chill vibe! Small menu with big taste! Definitely will be a returning customer!

Great chicken and delicious food options. Pretty inventive tasty cocktails. Would like to spend more time here but they play the music just so obnoxiously loud that it is intolerable some nights. On our most recent visit, we decided to take our food to-go instead of staying for a drink while we ate. read more

So far so good Platypus! Cool vibe, delicious cocktails on an stl Feb when it is almost a 60 degree day?!?!?!?!?! Looooove this place so far. If my credit card keeps poppin I might try another cocktail! Thanks for booting up and being open on Loki's day!all love and respect. ... read more

The atmosphere was amazing and the bartenders were actual mixologist type bartenders with all the fancy moves. Drinks were amazing, especially the frozen ones. Food was also amazing. Great vibe with a really cool crowd. Was here with picky people and everyone only had praise. Will be back! read more

Fun spot and the drinks were great. Can be a little loud and crowded, but really cool place.

Food is well priced and service is amazing. Their brussel sprouts and fried tofu were my favorite. Awesome sauce choices, and only a few items served which is a great way to have a well curated menu. read more

Karaoke is a great on Monday nights! Really fun cocktails that are constantly revolving. Great place to sit and chat and the food right next door is delicious. read more

Really inventive cocktail lounge. Great service from the bartenders. Their specialty cocktail menu constantly changes, so we have gone multiple times and never have the same cocktails. The cocktails are all superbly balanced so nothing overly sweet or having a harsh alcohol note. read more

love everything about this bar. been going since it opened and its only gotten better. Emma is the best bartender in stl and they make you feel like a friend not a customer. the drinks are always awesome and funky and they always have great music going! read more

Platypus is a newer venture out in the Grove, helmed by 2 of the most talented bartenders in the St. Louis area. It is a bar that has something for everyone. Lots of local beers, in can and on tap. They do the honor of pouring their draft Bud Light into a chilled mug. They have a rotating menu of 4-5 cocktails. If you go one week, there's a good chance the cocktails you saw before will be gone and replaced with something else. If you're hungry Duckbill, located towards the back of the bar, serves up great fried fare. The popcorn chicken and the fries are standouts, although the tofu is amazing as well. Unpretentious and fun environment with banging music, friendly bartenders, amazing drinks, and neat decor. I love that this gift was given to the Grove area. It is a must-visit. read more

I've been to this place a few times mainly for the food and I've always enjoyed myself. Up until recently the one time my boyfriend and I decided to get drinks here. I was double-charged on top of leaving a cash tip for the bartender that served us. The general manager was the man that ran my card, you would think he would know how to use his own system that he was literally trained to know how to use. I called and was told the problem would be resolved and I would get my money back, it's been a week, and my money was not returned back on my card. Being someone who works in the service industry this is unacceptable, especially coming from the manager. If you are going to come here please pay with cash only. This really upsets me because before this event I really enjoyed coming here and being a part of the events they throw. Needless to say, I will be only paying with cash here from this point on. read more

I love this place! It has such a cool vibe and decor. The entire staff is really friendly and add to the fun. The music is always on point! I've seen a couple of live shows, karaoke and a DJ. All of them were great! read more

Drinks are strong, and I'm excited to see what else is on the menu. Seating is spaced out but hoping to see more seating in the front when it's warmer (right now it's cold and tables near the front door is silly). Love the restaurant in the back with popcorn chicken. Recommend getting a large order of anything just to satisfy all calorie needs. read more

Bartenders always have spot on recommendations for me, duckbills has solid fried tofu, TouchTunes as a fun perk, pinball machines that are so much more entertaining when tipsy, variety of seating style, connected spaces/rooms so you can move between vibes. Very approachable something-for-everyone kind of space. Oh and queers galore! read more

What a joyous vibe Interesting decor! Diverse, friendly waitstaff! Honest drinks for a great price Mixologists creating wonderful adult concoctions Great music provided by a talented DJ Owners on premises...very amiable! Awesome dive bar read more

We had an amazing time and unreal service at the Platypus! Amazing cocktails. Definitely check them out! read more

Platypus - Cocktail Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

I love love love platypus! Best bar in the grove by far. The cocktails, venue, music, bartenders, and the over all vibe are superior. I have been coming for the last year with my friends at least 2x a week, it is our little home away from home. They have an amazing selection of craft brews, gin, and other spirits and all of the bartenders are welcoming and have great suggestions for cocktails. Come to platypus and I promise it will not disappoint! read more

The rotating specialty cocktail menu is fun. Cool space with exposed brick and a beautiful bar. But not fancy. Laid back. The bartenders are knowledgeable and friendly. Specialty cocktails are typically pricey, but they have a full bar and local beers on tap. There is a small restaurant situation in the back room with 5 very tasty appetizers only on the menu. The owner/chef was friendly and helpful. We ordered all 5 for $47. Would be a cool place for an after dinner drink. read more

Original cocktails, very creative, tasteful, unique. If your looking to explore your taste buds this is it.