St. Louis Restaurant Guide

Business Dress:	Jacket & tie, pantsuit or dress	$$$$	Expensive
Business Casual:	Slacks, button shirt, pantsuit or skirt & top	$$$	Relatively Expensive
Casual:	Comfortable, appropriate outdoor/sports apparel	$$	Moderately Inexpensive
Rick's Favorites:	**	$	Inexpensive

Name	Address	Phone	Distance From Town	Reservations	Dress	Cost
Al's Restaurant	1200 N. First Street	314-421-6399	0 miles	No	Business Dress	$$$$
Elegant decor, serving an array of international specialties in the Italian interpretation. Closed Sunday
American Place	822 Washington Ave.	314-418-5800	.2 miles	No	Business Dress	$$$$
Traditional American Cuisine by chef-owner Larry Forgione
Anthony's	10 S. Broadway	314-231-7007	.4 miles	No	Business Dress	$$
American... Cuisine with the down home flare. "A secret for Downtown workers" who head here for the "divine" food, "best hamburger's in St. Louis, without all the fuss!
Atlas Restaurant	513 Pershing Ave.	314-367-6800	5 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$
Midtown's true Paris bistro without the jet lag! French and Italian dishes are not only good, but also a great value.
Big Sky Cafe	47 S. Old Orchard	314-962-5757	30 min, west	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
Revitalized American favorites. Monday night sampling menu. Closed for lunch.
Blue Water Grill	343 S. Kirkwood	314-821-5757	30 min. west	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
Fresh seafood with Southwestern and Mexican overtones. Flying Saucers on Monday nights. Closed Sunday.
Broadway Oyster Bar	736 S. Broadway	314-621-8811	0 miles	No	Casual	$$
Just south of the stadium. Authentic Cajun/Creole Cuisine. Lunch and Dinner daily. Brunch.
Cafe de France	7515 Forsyth Blvd.	314-361-8085	Clayton 20 min.	Yes	Business Dress	$$$$
Fine French Cuisine, rated St. Louis' #1 French restaurant for 20 years running.
Cafe Napoli **	7754 Forsyth Blvd.	314-863-5731	Clayton 20 min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$
European flair with "old-school Italian" dinners. Forsyth at Beminston Ave.
Cardwell's Restaurant	8100 Maryland Ave.	314-726-5055	Clayton 20 min.	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$$
The extensive menu runs the gamut of culinary American Cuisine. Specialties: fresh fish, wood-grilled meats, pasta, fowl and seasonal game. Closed Sunday
Charlie Gitto's "On The Hill"	5226 Shaw	314-772-8898	15 min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
Old-world ambiance in the original dining room, newer addition done in neo-classical Italian Renaissance.
Chava Mexican Restaurant	925 Geyer (in Soulard)	314-241-5503	10 min.	No	Casual	$
Great Mexican food at a reasonable price.
Chez Leon	4580 Laciede Ave.	314-631-1589	3.9 miles		Business Casual	$$$
This Central West End bistro's skillfully executed menu, pared with faithful French decor makes you feel like you are in Paris.
Citizen Kane's ** Steak House	113 W. Clinton Place.	314-965-9005	30 min. west	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
Touted as having the "Best Steaks in the area".
Cunetto House of Pasta	5453 Magnolia Ave.	314-781-1135	15 min.	No	Casual	$$
Fabulous traditional cuisine. Closed Sunday. Great for the price!
The Crossing	7823 Forsyth Blvd.	314-721-7375	Clayton 20 min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
This candle lit New American "star of Clayton; Brings together regional ingredients from around the country. Check out the "tasting menu".
Dominic's **	5101 Wilson Ave.	314-771-1632	15 min.	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$$
Within the Classic Italian Decor you can enjoy fresh fish, beef, home made pasta, lamb and chicken. Black-tie waiters.
Favazza's	5201 Southwest Ave.	314-772-4454	15 min.	No	Casual	$$
Most popular gourmet Italian Cuisine on "The Hill". Huge portions of your favorite pasta and Italian specialty dishes. Closed Sunday.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse	1855 S. Lindbergh Blvd.	314-567-7610	11.7 miles	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$
Classic steaks and sides... it's a businessman's steakhouse with fantastic service. Try the warm Chocolate Cake!
Frank Papa's Ristorante	2241 S. Brentwood Blvd.	314-961-3344	15 min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$
This "storefront favorite" boasts wonderful Italian food. Try the flash-fried-escarole... a must experience!
Frazer's	1811 Pestalozzi	314-773-8646	2.7 miles	No	Business Casual	$$$
This "funky" New American restaurant is "considered a local treasure" with it's New Orleans-influenced cuisine.
Gian-Tony's	5356 Dagget Ave.	314-772-4893	4.8 miles	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$
When decor isn't everything, but the white sauce is, visit this "first rate: Sicilian "gem" on The Hill. With a higher-end menu of fabulous, authentic Italian food and personal attention from chef-owner Tony you can be assured of an excellent experience.
Giovanni's on The Hill	5201 Shaw Ave.	314-772-5958	4.6 miles	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$$
Classic Italian Cuisine at it's best. Giovanni's has the reputation as one of the finest restaurants in the area. From "tuxedoed" staff to "decor that reminds you of a palace". This is an excellent choice for a romantic night on the town!
Grill at the Ritz-Carlton	100 Carondelet Plaza	314-863-6300	7.9 miles	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$$
Known for it's "utterly sublime", "inventive" New American food, this setting is perfect for that special evening or business lunch.
Harry's	2144 Market St.	314-421-6969	Downtown	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
A spectacular view of Union Station and the Arch. Innovative American seasonal cuisine and full smokehouse menu. Extensive wine list.
Harvest	1059 S. Big Bend Blvd.	314-645-3522	7 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
For some of the "most creative cooking in St. Louis". The "seasonally changing menu that incorporates regional, market ready ingredients" into adventurous takes on New American Cuisine is only exceeded by their wine list.
Kemoll's	1 Metropolitan Square	314-421-0555	Downtown	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
A landmark restaurant offering superb Italian dishes, steaks and seafood in an elegant atmosphere. Open daily after 5 pm, including Sunday.
King Louie's	3800 Chouteau Ave.	314-865-3662	Downtown	Recommended	Casual	$$$
Always fun and "delish", this gourmet treat works in concert with local farmers to showcase seasonally fresh, organic food that will knock your socks off!
Kitchen K	100 Washington	314-241-9900	Downtown	No	Casual	$$
Great for a casual unique lunch or dinner. Open 11 am - Monday - Thursday, Friday and Saturday 12 pm - 11 pm.
Kress' Restaurant	535 S. Lindbergh	314-993-0735	30 min. west	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
A St. Louis favorite for more than 50 years. Best known for enormous portions of prime rib, steaks, veal, lamb and chicken. Also, features a variety of fresh seafood flown in daily.
Liluma **	3236 N. Euclid Ave.	314-631-7771	20 min.	Recommended	Casual	$$$
This French bistro is lively fun with top-notch food that makes inventive use of quality ingredients. Has a certain "jen ne sais quoi" missing from other establishments.
Lorenzo's ** Trattoria	1933 Edwards	314-773-2223	4.7 miles	Recommended	Casual	$$$
A "superb, innovative" menu of Northern dishes that delivers "a glorious experience every time you go!" A great place to People Watch.
LoRusso's Cucina	3121 Watson Rd.	314-647-6222	5.9 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
This "excellent" veteran Italian restaurant offers a menu that's authentic, but still manages to feel fresh with a range of standard pastas and innovative dishes.
Maggie O'Brien's Restaurant	2000 Market St.	314-421-1388	Downtown	No	Casual	$$
A favorite restaurant and sports bar, located next to Union Station. Seven satellites, 13 TV's, and a 10-foot big screen ensures you miss nothing.
The Melting Pot	6683 Delmar	314-725-4141	20+ min.	No	Casual	$$$
A fondue restaurant with great food in a casually elegant, fun atmosphere. Sunday - Thursday 5 pm - 11 pm; Friday and Saturday 5 pm - 12 am
Mike Shannon's	100 N. Seventh St.	314-421-1540	Downtown	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
Fine dining in sophisticated sports atmosphere for lunch and dinner. Named #1 beef restaurant in the Metro area.
Modesto	5257 Shaw Ave.	314-722-8272	0 min.	Recommended	Casual	$$$
A Spanish "tapas" restaurant turning out elegant preparations of superb entrees in an array of textures and tastes.
Morton's Steakhouse	7822 Bonhomme Ave.	314-725-4008	8.1 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
Consistently great, this meat-lovers' haven offers huge portions of fine steaks and sides. PS. The warm chocolate cake is to die for!
Niche	1831 Sidney Street	314-773-7755		Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
Bringing great food and an enjoyable ambiance together makes the Benton Park venue a top-notch choice. A late-night dessert and wine menu is served until 1:30 am on Fridays and Saturdays
Monarch Restaurant	7401 Manchester	314-644-3995	15+ min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
International cuisine focusing on the distinct flavors & characteristics of France, Asia, and the American Southwest. "We want your senses to come alive and give them a thorough adventure, so we can serve two distinctly different menus in three unique atmospheres.
Mosaic Restaurant & Bar	1001 Washington Ave.	314-621-6001	Downtown	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
Modern fusion cuisine from tuna tartar to Chilean Sea Bass beautifully presented in a bold and colorful setting. Monday - Friday 11 am - 1 am; Saturday 5 pm to 1 am. Closed Sunday. Patio/Outdoor dining available.
Norton's Cafe	808 Geyer (in Soulard)	314-436-0828	10 min.	No	Casual	$
Steaks and Cajun Cuisine and a variety of tasty bar food. Large outside dining area with great music.
O'Connell's Pub	4652 Shaw Ave.	314-7736600	15 min	No		$$
Award-winning burgers, kitchen open until midnight, Monday thru Saturday and 10 pm Sunday. Bar open until 3 am Friday and Saturday.
Pho Grand	3195 S. Grand Blvd.	314-664-7436	20+ min.	No	Business Casual	$$
A "rare experience where you actually get much more that what you pay for". This Vietnamese restaurant is declared "best in class" for it's huge menu of exceptional, fresh, well-prepared food at downright economical prices.
Pomme	40 N. Central Ave.	314-727-4141	8.1 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
For "inventive cuisine that's always satisfying" and "executed with care", take a detour to this "intimate" Clayton venue where chef-owned Bryan Carr delivers "big flavor" via "fresh, innovative, seasonal" New French and New American Cuisine.
Pueblo Solis	5127 Hampton Ave.	314-351-9000	6.5 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$
It's always fiesta time at this "always packed and always worth the wait" South Sider where the Margaritas are awesome and the guacamole is divine.
Remy's Kitchen and Wine Bar	222 S. Bemiston	314-726-5757	20+ min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$
Cross-cultural cuisine, upscale, comfortable, award-winning wine list. Closed Sundays.
Ruth's Chris Steak House	1 N. Brentwood	314-783-9900	20+ min.	Recommended	Business Dress	$$$$
The sizzling steaks in butter or melt-in-your-mouth chops are always cooked to perfection, presented on hot plates and a treat for the senses.
Sage	1031 Lynch Street	314-772-5777	10 min.	Recommended	Casual	$$$
Cool and upbeat, yet contemporary this gem serves creative meals. Checkout the amazing back patio and excellent alfresco meals.
Sidney Street Cafe	2000 Sidney Street	314-771-5777	5+ min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
American/Continental dining by candlelight on a wide-ranging updated menu. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Terrene	33 N. Sarah	314-535-5100	3.1 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
This eco-friendly midtown restaurant emphasizes "local organic produce" and "sustainable resources". The daily changing New American menu offers plenty of "vegetarian specialties", try sitting in their lovely outdoor garden and patio. Open Tuesday - Sunday at 5 pm. Closed Mondays.
Tony's ** Restaurant	410 Market Street	314-231-7007	Downtown	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$$
Named best Italian restaurant in U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. Closed Sunday and all major holidays.
Trattoria Marcella	36000 Watson Rd.	314-352-7706	6.4 miles	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
This South Side Italian Restaurant is "always remarkable", "reasonably priced" and "friendly". You can tell it is a "labor of love", which adds to the enjoyment!
Tucker's Place	2114 S. 12th Street	314-772-5977	5+ min.	No	Casual	$$
Relaxed atmosphere with great steaks and chops. This is a good place to unwind after a hectic day.
Vin de Set Rooftop Bistro & Bar	2017 Chouteau Ave.	314-241-8989	10 min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
An American twist on a French bistro. A "lively outdoor terrace serving approachable southern France Cuisine located in Lafayette Square".
Zinnia	7491 Big Bend Blvd.	314-962-0572	15+ min.	Recommended	Casual	$$$
This charming decorated gourmet delight lives up to it's reputation with "daring" New American preparations that make a superb evening.
1111 Mississippi	1111 Mississippi	314-241-9999	10+ min.	Recommended	Business Casual	$$$
This trendy spot, set in a "renovated warehouse" offers an "interesting menu" of Tuscan-California Cuisine with an emphasis on fresh! This multilevel establishment also offers a superbly cultivated wine list plus patio seating.