Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in St. Louis

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in St. Louis? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Stone Turtle

4.8

4.8 (1151)

$30 and under

American

St. Louis

About the restaurant

Stone Turtle is an American Restaurant and Whiskey Bar located in the heart of Dogtown, Saint Louis, just south of Turtle Park.

Top review

Keith

Dined 2 days ago

Our first time dining at Stone Turtle was an excellent experience. Our server, Genesis, was very attentive and made excellent suggestions. The food was outstanding!

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4.8

4.8 (547)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Webster Groves

About the restaurant

We are an Italian inspired, neighborhood restaurant bringing you food that is fresh, casual, and simple yet sophisticated. A place where the service is efficient and the hospitality is heartfelt.

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Jenny

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing family dinner. The rigatoni & pepperoni pizza were unworldly!!

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Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

4.7 (1856)

$30 and under

American

Soulard / Benton Park

About the restaurant

Frazer Cameron, executive chef and owner of Frazer’s restaurant, opened the doors to his now iconic restaurant in 1992 in historic Benton Park. Entrees at Frazer’s are inspired by tastes from around the globe, including French, Moroccan, Italian, Mexican, and Cajun. Frazer’s also features an award winning wine & cocktail program, featuring over 50 classic & specialty craft cocktails.

Located down the street from the Anheuser Busch Brewery, Frazer’s is perfect for appetizers and drinks with friends or for an entertaining dinner. We feature many different dining options such as a bar & lounge area, our main dining room, our upper level dining area, takeout. Frazer’s also features street side & patio dining (Outside dining is first come first serve). Please call for any inquiries.

info@frazersgoodeats.com

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JeffVIP

Dined 4 days ago

I will definitely be going back to Frazer's! The food, drinks, and service were outstanding!

The Melting Pot - Town & Country, MO

4.6

4.6 (1805)

$50 and over

Fondue

Chesterfield

About the restaurant

Located close to Chesterfield Mall just 2 miles from I-64, The Melting Pot is an elegant, yet approachable addition to Chesterfield’s food scene.

In our relaxed, welcoming setting, families feel at home and long-lost friends have the opportunity they need to reconnect. If you're looking for ideas for a date, book a Thursdate™ and we'll take care of the rest. Our crave-able menu selections will leave you begging for more, whether you choose 1, 2, 3, or more courses.

Dip artisan breads into bubbling cheese. Whet your appetite with handmade salad dressings on crisp greens. Cook tender strips of steak or pieces of shrimp with your cooking style and sauces. And end your culinary journey with one of our famous fondue desserts, which include fresh fruits and melted, gooey chocolates. For occasions that matter, we’re proud to be your go-to spot in Chesterfield, Missouri.

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Laura

Dined 5 days ago

Our waitstaff was superb! Will definitely make our visit a tradition!

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Popular dish

Chocolate Explosion

Popular dish

Pure Chocolate Fondue

Popular dish

Vegan Chocolate

Broadway Oyster Bar

4.6

4.6 (822)

$30 and under

Seafood

St. Louis

About the restaurant

The Broadway Oyster Bar is a locally owned and operated establishment and has been for over 35 years. The Oyster Bar is widely regarded as the premier New Orleans' style restaurant, bar and music venue in the Midwest. BOB, as it is affectionately known by its many fans and friends, is housed in a building that was built in the mid 1840's and is one of the oldest buildings still in daily use within the city of St. Louis. During its colorful history, our building has had many functions including a family home, a boarding house, a Chinese laundry, a record store and a bordello to name a few. These walls have heard and seen it all. Some people feel that the building is haunted by spirits who, occasionally late at night, play good hearted jokes on the staff such as doors suddenly opening or closing or lights going on or off as if by magic. Then again, it just could be because the building is over 170 years old. However, our historic building has just gone through a renovation so we now have two outdoor patios that are covered and heated during cold or rainy weather and an expanded kitchen to better serve you. Our food has won numerous awards and readers' polls for excellence and features some of the most sustainable seafood available such as fresh Gulf and Blue Point oysters, Louisiana crawfish and shrimp, Prince Edward Island mussels, scallops and crabs. Our Cajun and Creole dishes are our versions of many of the traditional Louisiana favorites. If you love New Orleans, you will feel right at home at BOB. BOB offers live music twice a day every night of the week except on Friday when we feature one act for the evening. We present the best local and national touring acts representing a variety of musical genres such as rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, funk, R&B, roots, and jam, and weshowcase a wide variety of bands visiting from New Orleans. The live music is free up to 8 times per a week. However, for some of the more popular and well known acts, we do charge a cover which typically goes to the bands in order to keep attracting them to the BOB. Broadway Oyster Bar has been referred to by many as a staple of St. Louis and was recently honored by the St. Louis Chapter of the Missouri Restaurant Association as the 2015 Restaurant of the Year. BOB is a great choice for a relaxing dinner, a celebratory party or an opportunity to dance to a great band. As well known food writer, the late Joe Pollack, once wrote, "There is, quite simply, nothing in St. Louis quite like the Broadway Oyster Bar". That line was written over 30 years ago, but it is as true today as it was then. Welcome to the Broadway Oyster Bar Family.

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Jae

Dined 3 days ago

Fresh oysters that are the best in town. Little noisy but food quality is excellent.

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4.6

4.6 (94)

$30 and under

Mexican

Des Peres

About the restaurant

Our menu showcases exquisite upscale tacos, house-made guacamole, and delicious in-house specialties. The Tres Reyes cocktail list features signature margaritas and Latin-American classics constructed with premium spirits and our own twist on exotic flavor profiles.

A new Latin/South American restaurant concept from the owners that brought you Three Kings Public House.

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Megan

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

We all had pork belly carnitas taco platters, and they were outstanding! Especially loved the elote and sweet plantain sides. Very quick, efficient, and friendly service.

Beyond Sweet

4.6

4.6 (311)

$50 and over

American

The Loop

About the restaurant

Beyond Sweet Kitchen + Bar is St. Louis' newest vibe.

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Destinee

Dined 2 days ago

The food was absolutely delicious. The service was so quick and professional. I would definitely recommend.

Bar Italia Ristorante

4.5

4.5 (974)

$31 to $50

Italian

Central West End

About the restaurant

For authentic Italian cuisine come join us at Bar Italia Ristorante! Join us in the heart of the Central West End, but feel like you're in Italy! We serve upscale Italian unlike anything else you've had in Saint Louis. We promise a dining experience you're sure to remember! Parties over 6 guests will receive one check so we can make sure your party receives exceptional service as well as our other guests.

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Denese

Dined 1 day ago

It was good. The service was friendly and prompt but the food… it was good but not great. I’m looking for that second mouthful and I didn’t get that here.

Peel Wood Fired Pizza

4.5

4.5 (669)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Clayton

About the restaurant

Peel Wood Fired Pizza is a local, chef-owned business. You can really taste the difference when all menu and recipe decisions are made by chefs who are passionate about the food and taste experience.

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JustinJVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The service was great! The food was amazing! The selection of drinks was exceptional! Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Balsamic Chicken

Brick House Tavern + Tap - Chesterfield

4.2

4.2 (320)

$30 and under

American

Chesterfield

About the restaurant

Local restaurant serving up fresh food with a huge beer and cocktail selection. From hand-made burgers, pizzas, and desserts Brick House Tavern + Tap has the best American comfort food to satisfy your cravings! Large groups welcome!

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Beth

Dined 3 days ago

Great food and service! Would definitely go back there!

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Experience

Wednesday Steak Night!

Experience

Bottomless Mimosas

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