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

Sister Cities Cajun was a great find! First of all, very hospitable, not just to my family but to…read moreother customers as well. This place has an awesome atmosphere. The food...was EXCELLENT!!! I had the smothered catfish (One of the best cajun dishes I have ever had), my son had the ribs, which were OUTSTANDING!!!! The best I have ever had. My husband had something similar to a shrimp boil. It too was great! If I lived closer, I would be a regular. Great owners, and great food! You don't want to miss out on this place!

2026 update: Sister Cities Cajun just as good as it was on my first visit, circa 2020/2021?…read more I was on the hunt for Jambalaya that I could order for my Mardi Gras themed birthday party. This night, I only wanted to try the Jambalaya, and eat the ribs, I was in luck! on my last visit, the ribs were sold out. There were every bit as delicious as I remembered them. I asked the server about the Jambalaya, and she mentioned I could get it catered for my party. I did not realize that I could have ordered it cold, to heat up when my party was ready (there is a place on the website to notate that, hopefully this helps someone) I did not mark the correct box and my Jambalaya was hot at 3 pm when my party was at 8 pm. They were so helpful with further cooking directions and my Jambalaya was perfect come party time.

Everything. It's a local institution. Looks like a dive bar but is a must go to spot. The staff is…read morefriendly and ready to dispense their thoughts on the menu. There are multiple options as far as seating. Each one is different from the next. The oysters are a must, take your pick how you want to try them but I would recommend the Oysters NOLA and the Voodoo Po'boy. The Sazerac is on the sweet side but don't let that dissuade you. Worth it. 100%.

We have always loved Broadway Oyster Bar and so today we felt like we owed ourselves a visit! We…read morehad our pup with us and so having the option to sit in the covered/enclosed and heated patio with her, made it perfect! The food is always perfection and the vibe can't be matched. Service was fine. Our waiter did a good job, just sort of lacked on the personality front. That is always super important to me and that's my reason for 4 stars instead of 5. I really tried to get her to engage but she seemed uninterested. Aside from that, everything was great!

Craved Mexican last night and we have a ton of great options in the City of St. Louis. I chose La…read moreManganita because we loved it the first time and we don't eat on Cherokee street enough. I got the Poblano Soup special and it was fantastic. I didn't really know how to eat it with the tortillas but it was great. Lots of food, I couldn't finish it. My boyfriend loved his tacos. He especially loves their menu because you can get shrimp with everything. The guacamole is the best I've ever had. The green sauce is exceptional. The margarita was okay, a little too sweet and a little too green. The service was great! The atmosphere was as expected. We were the only native English speakers there, it's a proper little Mexican restaurant. We'll be back.

The food is always consistently amazing and the staff is always happy to have you in there. Took…read morefriends and they all loved it, the ceviche and spicy tamarind margarita are a must try as well as the squash blossom tacos. They had a man singing and he was great at moving around the space and loved his take on the songs. Will always bring people here for a good time and great food!

This has been on my list for years, so I jumped when my bf said we were going. He made a…read morereservation for 8:45 because he said it's normally packed. We came right on time and were sat immediately. The inside was lively and buzzing. Right after we were sat, our server came to introduce himself and take our drink order. To start, we each go a Caesar salad, we split an order of calamari, and I got the flower power to drink. I was warned before hand that the drink I chose would be an "experience" but that I should enjoy it. An experience would be an understatement. The salad was good and I loved the croutons, although they were a bit tough. The calamari was quite tasty and seasoned well. As for my drink, let's just say I was NOT prepared. The drink itself wasn't the problem but more so the buzz flower that accompanied it. You're supposed to eat the flower first and then drink. It comes with a glass of prosecco as a palate cleanser but I don't feel as though it did much. I'd say that flower kicked in within 15 minutes and ultimately, that's when things took a turn. At first it felt like pop rocks in my mouth and then I started to feel awful. While the chaos was going on, I managed to eat my blackened salmon, which was delicious. The slaw was so-so and I could have done without the beans and rice. All in all, we had a lovely visit aside from the drink. Our server was fantastic, the food was top notch, and I really enjoyed the ambiance.

My wife and I have been to Frazer's many times for drinks. It tends to be the place we go after we…read morehave been to dinner somewhere else in the area. We had an upcoming night out, and wanted to get drinks. We figured we would finally take the plunge and just do both our meals and drinks at Frazer's. I love the neighborhood Frazer's is in. I like the general vibe of the restaurant. In the past we have had good experiences with the drinks. For us on this night the food experience fell very flat. It started with the cheese/tomato soup that I got with my burger. It was flavorless and tasted like water lightly infused with some tomato and cheese flavor. My medium burger was well done. Maybe even a step past well done, and was not edible. My wife's meal was good, but forgettable. The drinks were still good, but the poor food quality was a huge let down. The last part that dampened the mood was where we sat. They have a modest outdoor patio and then seating on the sidewalk along the front. We had put in a reservation for outdoor seating. As we walked up there was one table on the very far side of the sidewalk seating almost into a parking lot. I turned to my wife and said "I hope that isn't us." It was. It was just an awkward spot. It also mean that our server didn't check in with us that much. So overall, great spot for drinks. Really outstanding drinks. For the food though, go check out any of the dozen other establishments nearby that are better.

The Bellwether is the perfect spot for a date night with the wife. It can get busy, and seating for…read morelarger groups is limited, so I highly recommend making a reservation in advance. Their patio is fantastic when the weather is nice and creates a charming, upscale atmosphere. That said, the interior is just as inviting, with a romantic and moody ambiance that makes for a great evening out. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Our server, was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered great recommendations throughout the meal. You can tell the owner and chef take pride in creating a memorable dining experience. We started with the garlic herb fries, which were packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. I also ordered the classic Caesar salad, and it was authentic, fresh, and perfectly executed. For my entrée, I chose the strip steak, and it was outstanding--easily one of the best steaks I've had in a long time. The cook was flawless, the flavor was incredible, and every bite showcased the chef's attention to detail. Overall, this was a 10/10 dining experience, and I can't wait to return.

Delayed Mother's Day brunch by a week since we were too slow in making reservations. So glad we…read morestill went! Our reservation time was also opening time, 10:00. The parking lot had spaces available. We walked in and there was an event space on the right and a large sofa and chairs against the back wall. Signs indicated where to go for Bellwether so we went around the windows showing the climbing wall to the elevator. Upstairs we were greeted promptly and asked if we wanted to sit inside or out. We opted for inside and she led us down one level to the second floor. I think the building is really cool, and the restaurant is well appointed, exposed brick, cool lantern hanging lamps, bookshelves filled with books and odds and ends, Waitress was friendly, there were only a couple of tables on the floor, but she wasn't intrusive and let us take out time. It filled up more by the time we left. The menu had several things I wanted to order but ended up deciding on the breakfast fried rice. We also ordered the cinnamon roll for the table. Coffee was hot and kept refilled, but it was just ok. The cinnamon roll was tasty. The fried rice was great and the fried egg on top was well cooked and tasty. One of our party ordered a side of sausage, it was four links and they were good, another ordered the pork belly sandwich and that was one of my other choices, I tried it and was impressed! I thought it would be too sweet, but it was perfect. Viewing the pictures of dinner, can't wait to go back for that and sitting outside!

Amazing food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere. Staff was friendly and helpful,…read morerecommendations were spot on. Can't recommend enough!

Polite Society Polite Society set the tone for my entire St…read more Louis trip. If you know me, you know -- if I see octopus on the menu, I'm ordering it. And this one did not disappoint. It was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and honestly one of my favorite dishes from the trip. I also had a scallop dish that was just as good -- rich, well-seasoned, and beautifully prepared. On top of the food, they have a really strong wine selection, which made the experience even better. The overall vibe is polished and elevated without feeling too formal. Service was great, food came out on time, and everything felt intentional. Highly recommend if you're looking for a nice dinner spot in St. Louis.

I went here with a friend. The food amount that you get and price point are decent for seafood…read more The margaritas does not taste like it has much alcohol. It does get busy at nighttime especially when we went here. The staff did check up on us as needed.

My go to place when I don't feel like driving far and don't feel like cooking my own boil. Food is…read moregood, they always have specials. Service is always good. Restaurant is always clean