We love this spot... Joe and Grace have a gem in their fantastic restaurant. Food is always…read moreimpeccable, and my only wish is that they would offer pizza on weekends too. It's the absolute BEST! Try the matriciana pasta, the pork chop or the linguine with clam sauce. All are so scrumptious you will want to go again and again!

Tucked away in a strip mall that time forgot, Trattoria Giuseppe in Imperial, Missouri, serves my…read morelove language, the Tuna Steak. Joe and Grace Prezzavento, the dynamic duo behind this heaven, have been serving up authentic Italian fare since 2006. On our latest visit, accompanied by another couples, we dove into the tutto mare pasta and the tuna steak. The tutto mare was a seafood symphony, with shrimp and mussels dancing in a cream sauce. You see why I like this spot? The tuna steak? Seared perfectly and topped with high quality olive oil and capers! Joe himself often emerges from the kitchen, checking in on guests like a proud nonno ensuring everyone's had enough to eat. The portions are so generous you'd think they were trying to feed an army, so arrive hungry and maybe leave the skinny jeans at home. The atmosphere is cozy, the service is warm, and the food is consistently top-notch.

It's a very pretty spillway. I stopped by in February and the area isn't very scenic in the winter…read more I'd say worth a stop if you are in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way to see it.

This is definitely one of those little gems!…read more My sister took me here when I came to visit her at SIU. She had always heard of it, but had never been. It was beautiful! HELPFUL HINT: Just wade across the water to get to the other side! We didn't on the way there and decided to walk down and then jump when the river became a creek. What a horrible idea! We got hot, sticky, sweaty, and eaten up by mosquitoes! Awful! Then, when we jumped, we got muddy and I managed to jump onto a stick and cut the very bottom of my foot. Did I mention that the stick that cut me also gave me a huge splinter? So overall, just a bad idea. We climbed all the way to the top and what a gorgeous view! The water was pretty high and the current was really strong, so we didn't climb throughout the spillway. We decided instead to stay on the side, which was fairly dry in some parts, and definitely less slippery overall. I am sure when the water level goes down, it would be a great place to lounge and get some sun! Just watch out! It is SLIPPERY!

Festival of little hills!!!!…read more Great annual event in Historical Downtown St. Charles. Parking was very congested and bumper to bumper. Ample Shuttle services were available and next time I will utilize but eventually I did find a spot to park yay! Great exercise opportunities. Plenty of walking and bending and stretching. Vendor spaces were full of crafts, accessories, outdoor items, clothing, seasonal items etc. plenty of food and drinks available for purchase, live music, exhibitions, baked items. Plenty of direction to venture. Weather was hot and sweat was in high demand. Weight loss opportunity:) . I will definitely start attending this event. A fun time was had ..

One of the few cool history Missouri River towns that I'd thriving with a mix of Lewis and Clark to…read moremodern Casino. Lots of shops, restaraunts on a scenic cobblestone mile in St. Charles. Anchored on one end by the historic Academy of the Sacred Heart which dates to 1818.

Heard this was a must-see tourist attraction in St. Louis, so I HAD to see for myself! This area…read morewas really run-down and seemed really sketchy; the roads seemed pretty destroyed and surrounding buildings were mostly obliterated or inhabited. So, I wouldn't recommend visiting at night, as you never know what you may encounter. The Grafitti wall was much more longer than I thought it would be! The vibrant colors from various artists that join together to create a complete picture was truly astounding. It's actually so inspiring to see so many different artists working together, incorporating their own unique styles to create one single piece of artwork. If I took a few minutes to really take in and admire each grafitti, finishing the wall would take HOURS! I was skeptical that this mural was worth the trip to an abandoned area, but I'm truly so glad that I came to see this beauty. If you're in Saint Louis, you have to come take a look!

I've lived in STL my entire life and I'm kicking myself that I'm just now coming here! The amount…read moreof art and creativity that I found at the Graffiti Wall was mind blowing! I've seen several mural walls throughout the US and this is by far the most extensive one I've come across. Aside from the surprising length of this mural walls the quality and the meaning behind these works of art stood out to me the most. This wall is repainted every year during the Paint Louis festival on Labor Day weekend and it will definitely be worth checking out!

Review is obviously just for the chair (see my Fanning Outpost store review if you're…read moreinterested...). So, about the chair...yeah it's cool to look at for like 3 minutes. Then the novelty wears off just like that. You can go up close and underneath it, unlike the World's Largest Rocking Chair in Casey, Illinois (which they had roped off when I was there last year). On the wooden legs you see so many people trying to advertise their blog/YouTube channel/whatever with stickers, which kind of takes the fun out of things. (Then again, you see this happen on a lot of Route 66 attractions, even at the Chicago begin/end signs) But, it makes for a great selfie and Instagram moment. Probably the best spot for that kind of thing on Route 66 in Missouri.

the chair itself is pretty cool and doing Route 66 it's filled with quirky roadside attractions and…read morethis is one of them perfect photo op and memory made

Think Vintage is a excellent collection of hand-picked individual different kind of items that you…read moremight want to appoint your shelves. The price points are excellent. If you're into any kind of fairy collecting items or unusual pictures, this is the place. I've never been in a store like it. It's one of a kind.

First let me say, the owner, Laura(?) is sweet as apple pie! I was walking into all the little…read moreshops in town and this one really caught my curiosity. A little vintage..a little nostalgia, a bunch of miniatures, and some great unique items. The place is clean and inviting. Like 8 said, the owner is super sweet. Prices are extremely reasonable. Go support local small business.

We are Here at the world famous St. Charles Christmas Traditions celebration. We love coming to…read morethis every year. Jump in anywhere along old St. Charles - grab a program and start Colllecting cards from the performers is the kids favorite. I like hearing their stories from elves, singers and of course my friend Jack Frost. You haven't experienced this awesome event until you see Jack. This is the ultimate Christmas event and if you haven't ever attended- this should be on your list. Don't forget to stop by Grandmas Cookies - the line is worth the wait. lol Happy Holidays and happy new year to everyone.

Historic St. Charles is a quant town along the Missouri River. The streets are cobblestone and…read morethere are several antique shops, unique boutiques, museums and cafes . Saturday morning there was the farmers market and Oktoberfest, so plenty to do. The town is very walkable and a great way to enjoy the history.

"China China" by Zhu Wei is a bold bronze sculpture in Terminal 1 of St. Louis Lambert…read moreInternational Airport. It features two stylized figures that recall ancient Chinese tomb guardians while also nodding to modern political themes. Created in 2003 and loaned by the Gateway Foundation, the sculpture stands about six feet tall and sits in the pre-security ticketing area. Zhu Wei, a Beijing-born artist known for his satirical and socially aware work, designed the piece to explore the push and pull between tradition and modern life in China. The figures wear suits resembling the Mao-era Zhongshan jacket, a symbol of mid-century collectivism. Zhu Wei has called his approach an effort to "modernize the past," and this sculpture reflects that idea. Placed in a busy airport, the figures act as quiet observers and cultural messengers, inviting reflection on identity, history, and artistic voice. Originally shown in the Central West End, the sculpture moved to Lambert in 2014. It remains a standout piece in the airport's public art collection, offering travelers a brief moment of stillness and thought amid the bustle. [Review 1188 of 2025 - 453 in Missouri - 24740 overall]

On our drive from Kansas City to St. Louis, my girlfriend and I took a detour south to Cuba. Noooo,…read morenot that Cuba, but Cuba, Missouri to Bob's Gasoline Alley. We specifically plotted this route on our GPS so that we could pass thru this cool outdoor museum-like area. To sum it up, it was a pretty interesting stop on the way. It was a bit off the beaten path as we had to traverse thru some very quiet areas and creeks, but this very unique outdoor gas station memorabilia museum exists in the middle of nowhere. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth taking a few photographs as you make your way thru Route 66. There were hundreds of pieces of vintage gas station memorabilia on display and no one in the vicinity when we made our stop so we had the whole area to ourselves. There were a few cars that passed by, but all of them just drove by. It makes for a nice 15-minute break from a long drive as it is a great chance to get out to stretch and take a few photos.

My friends and I were driving back from a multi-state road trip when we came across Bob's Gasoline…read moreAlley. Immediately, I wanted to stop by and see what it was all about. I'm a HUGE fan of all things vintage, so seeing the antique cars an sign along Route 66 sparked my curiosity. We got off the nearest exit, took some back roads, and finally arrived to the Mecca of all things Vintage - Bob's! Located in a quiet, remote area of Missouri, my friends and I had no idea what to expect from this adventure. A friendly man greeted us as we snapped photos, who turned out to be Bob himself. We took some photos of all the vintage memorabilia outside - then made our way inside a restaurant - which turned out to be a catering service of sorts. We were greeted by a woman who seemed to be setting up for an upcoming event. She was very welcoming, told us to come inside and take all the pictures we wanted. She even showed us the stairway that led up to the top floor. VERY cool place!! After taking photos in the catering area, Bob gave us a tour of the land. We checked out different sheds and spaces that contained a ton of hoarded vintage collectibles. Bob was kind enough to allow us to browse around and take photos while he waited for us outside in the heat (poor guy). Not gonna lie - I actually thought we might get murdered for about 3 minutes. The place, while very interesting and unique, had a strange eery vibe about it. We walked out alive (obvs), but I was pretty vocal to my friends about the possibility and we enjoyed a few laughs thanks to it. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone who loves old school American nostalgia. Bob's will definitely be the place for you.

Eros bendato sculpture is a downtown Saint Louis sculpture of a giant face with the eyes left open…read morefor natural light (or silly photo ops). Created by artist Igor Mitoraj this piece oils from Roman and Greek mythologies which it accurately portrays. When my family and I stumbled across this piece in august 2018 i immediately said "I bet that's a geek god or goddess". This bronze figure is a popular photo op for the downtown Saint Louis area and neat several other really cool sculptures and not too far of a walk from popular and famed gateway arch of Saint Louis. Overall very awesome and fun piece. Me and the family all loved it and the fun photo op that came with it.

St. Louis has a lot of cool statues public our monuments things like this. This is just a big giant…read morehead laying on the ground in a city Park. I don't know much about it but we had fun taking pictures inside this giant head and just exploring and seein the city.