What a pleasant surprise! We were driving by and always like to try non-chain restaurants when we…read morecan. My burger was delicious and hubby's tacos were amazing! Nice little place and clean. Everyone we interacted with were friendly :) Husband said this might be worth a trip to highland just to try more things!

A return visit on a carefree Wednesday afternoon! Upon arrival into the restaurant, your eyes were…read moredrawn to their nice dessert case. They have daily specials with affordable prices. I ordered the catfish with green beans and a cup of Vegetable Beef Barley soup, for which I tasted an unknown spice that did not suit my palate well. Green beans were lightly seasoned with onion and tiny pieces of ham. Hubby had the fried chicken with French fries and Cole slaw. Overall, we enjoyed a delicious hot meal with very friendly and accommodating employees! It's worth the stop!! P.S. Their iced tea was delicious and strong!

So glad to have a brewery close by. I'm honestly not a huge beer drinker, but I love a good stout…read moreor porter once in a while. The patio is the place to be on a nice Spring or Fall day, complete w fire pit. I was wandering around and noticed they have a nice game room too. I attended for a clothing swap and it came with a free beer which gave me a chance to enjoy the 2025 Abraxas, absolutely delicious. I'll be back!

They have a reputation for brewing beers to win awards - but you can't argue with the results. They…read morebrew damn good beers. Something different on tap every time we visit. And ALWAYS something good.

Well stocked location. Great for finding home decor, furniture and more. Plenty of parking outside…read more Staff were pleasant and helpful. They were in the mist of putting out new holiday decor. Great prices, and they always have plenty of clearance items.

Home Goods is our newest fine and we've been enjoying it ever since…read more This location is great because it's next to Target and not to far from our home. Our first stop is always the pet aisle because they carry treats we like for the baby. And then we venture to all other areas afterwards. They have a great selection of kitchen decor and bar decor. We love the stemware, cookware, cocktail shakers, cocktail mixes, charcutier essentials and snack options. They have a rotating selection of gorgeous bar stools and leather chairs which we constantly keep our eyes open for. Along with benches for the front door. The prices are reasonable and the finds are rare. It's just so much quality in one store for your home. The have a large array of candles, foodie gifts, wall art, rugs, beddings, towels and accessories. I love a fabulous one-stop-shop!!!

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.

This is my favorite brewery in Soulard as of late! We love sampling their seasonal beers and always…read moreget an order of the chicken tender meal. Best chicken tenders I've had in stl! Extremely crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. You can get them tossed in any of the house sauces, I love the garlic parmesan personally! Their Bananas n Blow is always a good option for a fun take on a classic beer. We love sitting in their patio that is well shaded and has lots of historic charm! It's never too busy or crowded and the service is always super friendly and fun.

Great coffee, calming atmosphere, healthy veg…read more Salads here are excellent and have some good sources of plant protein including garbanzo beans and egg. Croutons are especially standout, chewy and delicious. But note the menu is limited so don't expect food other than pastries and salad. The foot traffic inside is managed through seating customers as they order which does make the setting less chaotic. Nice atmosphere and decor, I will be back!

I took a chance today and was brave (drama warning...)…read more When I arrived here this morning, I asked the person taking my order to make suggestions and just went with what they recommended. Luckily, the suggestions were divine, and my trust is still intact ‍ They did ask me what I prefer coffee-wise, and I ended up going with my usual at any café (a vanilla latte). The barista recommended their house-made vanilla syrup and suggested coconut milk with it, so I decided to trust the process. I'm gonna be honest, y'all......I thought I didn't like coconut, but my god. This latte was DELICIOUS! 10/10 I also got a cheese and chive croissant, which was yummy, but I'm definitely going to try some other things here too. I do wish it had been warmed up. The place is clean and inviting. There are a lot of tables to sit at, but there's a 90-minute limit, so I assume they get busy. Can't wait to be back soon

Friday during Lent, I was excited to try the fish sandwich. It was busy! Lots of little groups…read moreand families. We spotted a couple of bar seats and squeezed our way in. Lively atmosphere, bartenders were welcoming and interactive. We ordered the Hot Cheese curds as an appetizer, and I got the Obscura as me beer of choice. Not going to lie, the cheese curds were as advertised! They were hot! Not so much that I couldn't handle but don't take them lightly, they are good. They came drizzled with a good ranch. The beer was great, especially with the hot cheese curds. Ordered the Friday Fish Sando with no cheese. Came out in a timely manner, large and crispy! It was messy in the best way. Crispy, beer battered cod, lettuce, and house made tarter. It was juicy on the inside with none of the batter mush you can sometimes get with fried fish, loved the house made tarter, all-around great sandwich. The fries were on point, too. Crispy but not greasy. Great space, friendly staff, good food!

This is one of my favorite breweries in STL! I am a huge fan of sour beers and side project never…read moredisappoints with their draft sours. The bartenders were so friendly and helpful in choosing which beers to order. The kitchen is also phenomenal and I love coming here for their crispy chicken sandwich. We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was packed, so we parked across the street at side project pizza. Tables ranged from families with small children to friends watching march madness. There was a small wait for the food but it was worth it! We will be back soon

Great spot, good vibes and fantastic beer. Really nice beer selection and if not a beer drinker…read morethey do have a good selection of other beverages from canned cocktails to THC drinks. Burgers are delicious. Nice game/TV space upstairs.

My extended family rented out the second floor of 4 Hands Brewing to use during a celebration of…read morelife gathering for one of my family members. I came with my parents and husband and we all agreed it was a great idea and a very comfortable space, perfect for what was needed. I was surprised at how relatively ample the parking was here despite its proximity to the city. We found a spot with no problems. There were discreet signs that directed us up the stairs to where the event was held. It was spacious, airy, and cool, with a decent number of tables and a very nice large bar, as well as restrooms for both men and women. Our family members who spoke were able to stand on a small stage and share their thoughts. The food was served buffet style in front of the stage. Although you'd think it might be hard to hear given the acoustics, they worked out a way to make it so their speeches could be heard easily. Even visiting with other folks after they spoke, it never became too loud to hear each other. There are also nice TVs which displayed photos of the family. Although we used the space for a celebration of life, I can imagine it would be a good fit for all sorts of events, from corporate parties to just a chill hang out space when it's open to the public. It did get a little bit hot in the space as the event wore on, but it wasn't intolerable. The food and drinks were also quite tasty, especially for catered/buffet style food. There were pretzel bites and cheese dip and three different types of slider burgers: a standard/original burger, a taco burger, and an Impossible burger. The pretzel bites were crispy and buttery. I had a taco burger slider. It was a tiny bit dry but had a great flavor. The bartenders were great -- friendly, answering questions, working efficiently, and very kind to all the guests. Husband enjoyed the beers he tried and my mom and I both ordered the "Cranberry Crush," which was a yummy (and strong!) cocktail that was bright and perfectly sweet. They also serve mocktails, which I love! Glad to include folks who are sober. Thanks, 4 Hands, for creating a welcoming and comfortable space for us!

Went with 6 hungry dudes after a conference nearby--our second time here and it was better than the…read morefirst. Tiffany was awesome, she made sure we were squared away and visited us often throughout the night. We'll definitely be back!

A few days before, at a Llywelyn's Pub, I joke-not-joked that I'd never order a burger that comes…read moreon an English muffin, because then I'd have to eat it. Yesterday, at Schlafly Tap Room, I did just that. My excuse is that I didn't read the menu as closely as I should have. I don't read well anyway, and it was late on what had been a long, difficult Monday--a manic Monday, if you will. I wished it was still Sunday. I'd just run five miles with a group that meets once a month, on the third Monday. But they alternate between here and another location, so they're not here that often, and after last night, they might not be back. Also, they might not offer a burger that comes on a regular bun. I know they have a few sandwiches that come on hoagie rolls or toast. If they just happened to a random, lone hamburger bun in the back for some reason, perhaps for emergencies, it would have been easy enough to ask them to use that instead. Their Tap Room Burger, or whatever they're calling it, is a decent-size sandwich. It just seems small because the English muffin they use isn't any bigger than one you'd get with, say, an Egg McMuffin. But the meat is nice and thick (ayo) and hangs out over the side of the, erm, bread a little bit. It's a shockingly high quality beef, better than on the last several steaks I've eaten, for what it's worth. They actually asked how I'd like it cooked. I requested medium, and would you believe they actually cooked it medium? I order a steak mid-rare, but I find that a burger benefits from just a bit more time on the grill. I'm no savage. It comes with a weird shredded lettuce (possibly a KFC Shredder) that doesn't contribute any value and a mild, melty white cheddar that's really good and really complements the beef. Clearly, the idea is for the meat to be the dominant flavor. The English muffin is neither very good nor very bad, as far as these things go. It's just a regular ol' English muffin, like you might find in a grocery store. It would have been better if it were toasted (or toasted more?) and buttered, but the butter in particular might have overpowered the subtle flavor of the beef. I suppose that if they only had one guy who knew what he was doing, it was for the best that they had him working the kitchen. The guy they had taking orders was out of his depth. You'd think that this was his first day, except he had all of these weird systems. He was very adamant that no one switch seats, like in a certain kind of fire drill, lest he get the orders mixed up. Which was very thoughtful of him, I guess, but the way he said it was like we'd done something wrong, or were in jail. He tried to count how many people wanted water (in a group of people who just ran five miles in 80-degree weather), lost count, then asked, by show of hands, who *didn't* want water. He accidentally brought an extra beer and then, instead of just leaving it for someone to drink, let us know he was gonna go pour it down a drain. LOL what a spazz. It's tragic, because this is a fairly easygoing group. All of the really crazy people I know are in another group I run with. He didn't screw anything up that badly, but he would have been better off if he did and he had a more likable personality. Hopefully, he took that extra beer in the back and drank it himself. That may have been what he needed.

We came here on a very hot day and the service around lunch was really great! It was a calm Sunday…read morewe were able to go in and sit down and get our drinks within minutes. Our waitress was superb in helping us serving us and anything that we need. My friend got the pizza and I got mushroom tacos and it was great because we got to split the food and enjoy a little bit of both. The pizza you have to get! It was so tasty. I wish that I would've gotten the same thing! Tip: ask for a side of honey, so you can drizzle on top of it as well. As a little bit of salty and sweet altogether completely divine! We got our beer. It was so incredibly hot that the beer did unfortunately get warm pretty fast. It would be really cool if there were insulated cups, especially since the inside was not air-conditioned. But otherwise everything was really tasty. Happy to make my way here after not being for a few years. Definitely should check it out.

Came here on a beautiful day and sat on the patio. Came pretty close to close but they were able to…read moresit us right away and the service was nice. We got beers and apps for the table. We split the beer bread, pretzel, and spinach dip. Everything tasted delicious although the beer bread wasn't a stand out. The beers were also super good which isn't a shocker. Would come back especially if we can enjoy the patio!

We came here on our Friday night dinner and everything we had was nothing short of excellent. They…read morehave a covered patio area but we were seated inside with a view of the kitchen. While it seemed fancy, the place did not give off a snobbish vibe which I really liked. There were some nice landscaping outside and on your way to the entrance. There were some street parking available as well as a few parking spots in the surrounding area. Make sure you pay for parking as we did see meter maids handing tickets on our way to the restaurant. We did the let us cook for you option ($85 per person) and I added the wine pairing for $30. They have an elevated wine pairing for $50. The place has a sommelier if you're wanting wine recommendations! We ordered cocktails when we were first seated while trying to decide what we wanted to do for dinner. I had the cucumber spritz (gin, rose aperitif, aloe, and garden syrup). It was very refreshing, good cucumber flavor, with just a tiny hint of sweetness. If I didn't have the wine pairing, I would have gladly ordered a second one. My husband had the rhubarb which he enjoyed. First course: focacia with whipped quark cheese, cured ahi tuna topped with nori, sweet onion, golden sesame and plum, naked vegetables with fresh pesto, crispy potatoes topped with black garlic, paprika aoili, coriander and spiced seed, and last but not least, the duck liver mousse served atop toasted brioche and topped with rhubarb, hibiscus, and strawberry . I'm not a bread person but I tried the focacia. It was good but I let my husband finish the rest. Everything was delicious but if I had to pick a favorite, it would be the tuna and the crispy potatoes. The flavors were beautiful together. Honestly, I could eat just these dishes and be happy. The white wine pairing went beautifully with the dishes. Second course: corn fried rice with poblano peppers, cilantro and queso fresco, cherry tomato salad, and grilled Denver steak. The steak was prepared perfectly and was very flavorful. Also, I have never had corn fried rice but it was delicious and now I'm thinking I need more of it in my life. We had a basque cheesecake for dessert (third course). It was served with rhubard sorbet, bee pollen and almond brittle. It was the perfect ending to the perfect meal. Service was fantastic and friendly. Our server made sure he came by often enough in case we wanted something else like another drink or more water. They do tack on a 20% gratuity right away but they let you know when dropping off your check. I cannot wait to return. It truly was a magnificent dining experience!

Vicia is one of those restaurants that reminds you how creative food can be. Their menu celebrates…read morevegetables in a way that feels exciting rather than predictable, with every dish beautifully plated and thoughtfully prepared. The staff was welcoming, and the entire experience felt polished from start to finish. Every single dish they brought out was a winner! And make sure you finish with a dessert, I loved the blueberry dessert. If you're looking to experience one of St. Louis' standout restaurants and enjoy seasonal, chef-driven cuisine, Vicia is definitely worth adding to your list.