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Updated December 05, 2024

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The Lemp Mansion

4.8

4.8 (1105)

$30 and under

American

St. Louis

About the restaurant

Looking for a unique place to dine! Come enjoy the haunted historic Lemp Mansion. We offer a variety of dishes, from Beef Wellington to Eggplant Parmesan. Make sure to save room for a delicious Bananas Foster or Cherries Jubilee, our flaming desserts prepared table-side. On Sundays, we serve Family-Style Chicken Dinner, all you care to eat!
After lunch or dinner take a wander around the main floor. There are many beautiful aspects to see, from the hand painted ceiling in the Parlor to the original vault doors leading into our museum & gift shop. The Lemp mansion was originally the home of the biggest beer barons of their time.
The Lemp Mansion Restaurant has been open for 41 years! Come see why we are "famous from ghost to ghost!"
For more information visit us at lempmansion.com

Top review

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful evening. Meatloaf fantastic, Penne con Broccoli great and my husband said the white chicken chili was the best he’s ever had. We have been long time patrons of The Lemp and are so happy it’s still going strong!!

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Dominic's on the Hill

4.8

4.8 (1099)

$31 to $50

Italian

The Hill

About the restaurant

Dominic and Jackie Galati purchased Dominic's on the Hill in 1971 and moved in above the restaurant. Within two years, Dominic began winning national awards and has continued to do so for the last 40 years. This is an exceptional restaurant with fine Italian cuisine, professional, friendly service, & an extensive wine list. Dominic oversees the kitchen,and the menu includes fresh seafood, veal, tenderloin, lamb, and many other choices. The restaurant has a Florentine atmosphere, with low lighting, white tablecloths, & classic oil paintings. Dominic's has been honored by DIRONA, 2001 Restaurant Hall of Fame, 1999 International Award of Excellence, The Epicurean Award & was voted one of the two best Italian Restaurants in the country by Conde Nast Traveller.

The second floor of the restaurant is available for private parties of 15-65. Please call for details. Smaller parties up to 18 people can be accommodated downstairs as well as larger parties up to 150.

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Ron

Dined 7 days ago

Food was incredible! Joe and the rest of the wait staff were spectacular! Amazing Italian food. Everything we ordered was perfect! We will be back!

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Linguine with Fresh Clams

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Hamilton's Urban Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar

4.8

4.8 (1229)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

St. Louis

About the restaurant

To better deliver on our promise of a refined atmosphere, proper dress is required. Thank you for not wearing: athletic shorts, uncovered sports bras or other bra-style tops, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or any clothing with offensive language or images. Men’s shirts must have sleeves. Athletic leggings, joggers or sweatpants are welcome in our bar area.

**Established in 2018.

St. Louis' "Best New Steakhouse" serving only 100% Heritage Black Angus Midwest beef and produce from our restaurants on site greenhouse. Join us now for an intimate unparalleled urban farm to table experience in the heart of Downtown St. Louis.

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Mark

Dined 2 days ago

Celebrating our wedding anniversary at Hamilton's has become a tradition, and Hamilton's did not disappoint. The food was excellent, the steak was cooked to perfection, and the service was both attentive and unrushed. Whether a special occasion or just a great dining option before the theater, I highly recommend Hamilton's Steak House or any of their other entities as well.

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Gallagher's - Waterloo

4.6

4.6 (546)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

St. Louis

About the restaurant

Located in historic downtown Waterloo, Illinois, and just minutes from St. Louis, Gallagher's has served award-winning food and drink for over a decade. After an extensive two-year renovation, our doors reopened in January 2023. Come explore our new food, drink, and atmosphere.

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Weston

Dined 1 day ago

requested a second story window seating ahead of time which was promised. sadly did not receive it. only downside of the place. everything was great otherwise.

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Chicken Spiedini

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8 oz Beef Tenderloin

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Brasserie by Niche

4.8

4.8 (4148)

$30 and under

French

St. Louis

About the restaurant

Brasserie by Niche is located in the Central West End. We are open for dine-in, to-go, and delivery.

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ChrisVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Been a while since I was here and I have clearly waited too long. Forgot how solid and dependable this place is … for food, service and drinks. Gonna make a point to get back soon.

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Chocolate Mousse

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French Onion Soup

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4.8

4.8 (1347)

$31 to $50

American

St. Louis

About the restaurant

VIEW TODAY'S MENU HERE https://indd.adobe.com/view/4f193613-6d68-4eef-9d3c-177c76a63667. We set out to create a fun, lively, and approachable restaurant and bar in our own back yard — a friendly, bustling neighborhood spot where the very best in food and drink would be served in a welcoming setting. We are looking at every single detail to make sure that Olive+Oak will be the perfect place to enjoy great wine, craft beer, well made drinks and thoughtful, ingredient driven food with friends and family.

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DeanVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Consistently great food and service and hands down one of the best group of bartenders in St Louis.

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Beef Tenderloin

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Idol Wolf - 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis

4.6

4.6 (370)

$31 to $50

Spanish

St. Louis

About the restaurant

Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Spain, Chef Matt Daughaday's inspired cuisine at Idol Wolf takes a playful approach to tapas style dining by combining local and seasonal ingredients with classic Iberian sensibilities.
The menus seamlessly blend traditional takes on Spanish classics, with drinks and dishes that have a distinctly Midwestern point of view – the result is a shared drinking and dining experience that is uniquely craveable, and truly memorable.

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AnnF

Dined 2 days ago

A delightful dining experience ! Ambiance and food were excellent. Ryan, our server, was very knowledgeable. Service was taken care of by a whole team, so we were well taken care of. We enjoyed the Fried Cauliflower, Roasted Hen of the Woods, and Albondigas. With a bottle of delicious white wine our bill was a little over $100. This is a real gem.

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The Tenderloin Room

4.7

4.7 (885)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

St. Louis

About the restaurant

The Tenderloin Room is a St. Louis restaurant legend, known for its traditional entrees and elegance. Located on the first floor of the world-famous Chase Park Plaza, The Tenderloin Room serves gourmet cuisine while producing sensual aromas and the ambiance of romance, business and pleasure. This gourmet steakhouse surpasses the realm of the typical gourmet steak restaurant and triumphs as a paradise for steak aficionados and seafood lovers. Induldge yourself with one of the house specialities, The Pepperloin a la Tenderloin, slices of specially seasoned, marinated tenderloin char-broiled to perfection & served with our famous Tenderloin Room sauce. One visit to The Tenderloin Room endows memories lasting a lifetime.

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CarolynVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The drinks took longer than expected but Juliet was a wonderful waitstaff and the food was delicious!

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4.8

4.8 (1145)

$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.

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Angela

Dined 2 days ago

I fell upon this place on accident and I am so glad I did. My husband and I ordered the Tiger Roll for an appetizer and is so wonderful!! We then split 2 meals, Brisket Dip and Pork chop. We could only eat half of our halves, but man was it phenomenal!!! Our waitress was super attentive and nice. The atmosphere was relaxing and welcoming. We will definitely be back!

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Eleven Eleven Mississippi

4.6

4.6 (4536)

$30 and under

Italian

St. Louis

About the restaurant

Eleven Eleven Mississippi blends old and new world culinary tradition to create signature Tuscan & Northern California cuisine in a one of a kind atmosphere. Eleven Eleven Mississippi is located in the heart of the beautiful Lafayette Square neighborhood & situated in a restored historic brick warehouse. Their reputation for exceptional cuisine & wine delivered with unprecedented style has made Eleven Eleven Mississippi St. Louis' most exciting destination restaurant.

Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, Eleven Eleven Mississippi offers a casual rustic yet upscale & trendy atmosphere. The creative use of space is accentuated by an open display kitchen where the oak fired brick oven takes center stage as well as a glass enclosed wine cellar designed to double as a private dining area. The natural elements of hardwoods, brick, & copper along with two fireplaces situated in the main dining room & loft lounge create a cozy inviting atmosphere suitable for any occasion.

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Mark

Dined 2 days ago

Outstanding food and service! Mo was the best server, followed her suggestions with the nightly specials and had a wonderful meal. Keep up the great work, we definitely will be back again soon!

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