Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in The Loop

If you’re looking for an exceptional seafood dining experience, 801 Fish delivers on all fronts. From the moment you walk in, the upscale yet inviting atmosphere sets the stage for an unforgettable meal. The service is absolutely superb—attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely hospitable. The staff ensures that every detail is taken care of, making you feel like a valued guest rather than just another table. Now, let’s talk about the food—simply top-notch. Every dish is crafted with precision, featuring the freshest seafood prepared to perfection. Whether it’s the expertly seared scallops, the melt-in-your-mouth Chilean sea bass, or the indulgent seafood tower, every bite is a testament to quality and culinary expertise. Pair it with a selection from their impressive wine list, and you have a meal to remember. 801 Fish is more than just a restaurant—it’s an experience. If you appreciate outstanding seafood, stellar service, and an elegant yet comfortable setting, this spot should be at the top of your list. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wow, I wish I could give this place 10 stars. My boyfriend and I were visiting St. Louis for the weekend and we were recommended to come here. To say we loved it feels like an understatement. I had asked to be seated in a quieter section and they happily accommodated. The ambience was perfection: jazz and dim lighting…music wasn’t too loud. Our server Zach, gave us great menu recommendations. We ordered the French onion soup to share as our appetizer and it was incredible. We got the chicken dish and braised beef…absolutely phenomenal. For dessert, we had a hard time deciding between the chocolate mousse and the cream puffs. The kitchen gifted us the cream puffs (absolute angels). Also, the espresso martini was the best I’ve ever had. Overall, 11/10 experience. I’ll be dreaming of the desert for a while. Thank you to the kind hostess and server and staff who all made us feel so special and taken care of!

Really good experience. Went at 5 pm on Valentine’s Day and it was not crowded at all. So, it was quiet and we got lots of service attention. Drinks were good and food was outstanding. Menu was reduced for the holiday, as you would expect. But, still had several choices in varying price ranges. It was much more crowded by the time we left.

Valentines Day lunch for two. Food was excellent and the service (Spiro - our culinary guide) was exceptional. We had Calamari for an appetizer Then, we each had a salad…one lobster and the other tenderloin. Dessert - was cheesecake. We made future reservation for dinner before we left. Very happy.

Overall, view was great. Food was good. Service was subpar. Definitely over priced for what it is, but cool place for a little happy hour.