OBSESSED w/ KICKIN' CRAB on Olive, I always get the 1/2 crab 1/2 shrimp bag with sausage, potatoes,…read moreand corn all for $29.99. I added broccoli to my bag and it was amazing.

Came here with a friend for a seafood boil! The inside isn't fancy, just pretty spacious with some…read moredecor, but it's really more about the food than the atmosphere. The waitresses were fast, came right over with menus and took our order quickly, and the food came out fast too. We were a party of two and shared two combos, but I noticed other tables ordering one combo per person which works too depending on how hungry you are. The snow crab was so juicy and the mussels were super fresh. We got the mixed seasoning with no spice, and the potatoes were sooo good to balance out. The corn was amazing, and the shrimp was enormous and so juicy, I'm not sure how they got it that good. The sauce leans pretty salty, and I ended up drinking like three cups of water, but eating it with the potatos balances it out. Price point felt fair and I left stuffed!! Would definitely come back.

Wright's Tavern is Clayton's neighborhood upscale seafood and steakhouse: a small dining room, an…read moreintimate bar, good luck trying to get a reservation before 10pm. For those of us who eat at 5 and are in bed by 8, that's a non-starter. So for a birthday dinner we did the thing you're not supposed to do, showed up on a whim at 5 p.m. on a Thursday with no reservation, fully prepared to be turned away. All four bar seats were open. We took two. Sometimes the shot goes in. The room is modern chic with an old-school soul, green-and-white striped plates, the footprint is small, the kitchen is open, and the staff are polished and professional without being stiff. Jose, the bartender, has been behind that bar for most of the time the restaurant's been open, and he was the best kind of host, warm, unhurried, and honest. Yes, walk-ins are possible. No, don't count on it; some nights there's a line out the door of people hoping to squeeze in. Get there early and pray, or plan on a late supper. The Old Fashioned was solid, served over a mound of crushed ice with a fat orange wedge, which is not how I usually take one, but it went down easy. The crab cake, though, won the night, among the best I've ever had, on par with our favorite Chicago steakhouse...Bavette's. Thick, honest pieces of crab (not filler pretending to be crab), a perfectly crisp golden crust, a scatter of chives, sitting in a buttery sauce you'll want to chase with bread. Order it. Share it only if you must, even though I'm about to tell you to share everything else. Confession, I don't like spending money on pricey salads. Moreover, I don't like blue cheese. And yet the wedge, which they graciously split into two plates for us, turned me into a living contradiction. I'd order it with enthusiasm. Don't look for me to bring that spirit to any other restaurant, this is an exception, not a new rule for me. Crisp iceberg, blue cheese crumbles, a crunchy crumb topping, and a pool of herby vinaigrette underneath. Then there's the bacon: not bits, a full thick-cut slab draped over the top like a trophy. Bacon GOLD. It deserves its own line on the menu...Wright's Tavern, follow Bavette's lead and put the bacon on the menu, we'll all thank you for it. Now the steak. We went with the 22 oz. New York strip, and for what you're paying at a place like this, I expected the main event to be the main event. It arrives pre-sliced, showered in chives, sitting in its own jus. Beautiful plate. The flavor was spot on, no complaints there. The problem was the cutting. I don't know whether it was the cut itself, whether it got pre-sliced with the grain instead of against it, whether it didn't rest long enough, or whether the steak knife just wasn't up to the job, but I was sawing our medium-rare steak. More pressure than I'm used to, the knife catching on the fat, and by the end I'd left a small graveyard of partial segments and rubbery fat on the plate. Maybe it was just a bad cut on a good night. It happens. But at a steakhouse, the steak is the franchise player, and the franchise player had an off game. The side, though, quietly stole some of the steak's minutes. I'd never had dauphinoise potatoes, so I had to try them: paper-thin sliced potatoes baked au gratin until the top goes golden and the middle turns creamy. Excellent. And here's my free consulting for the kitchen: crumble some of that wedge-salad bacon over the top as bits and you've got a stellar side. You already have the bacon. Just walk it across the kitchen. Dessert brought it back. The apple cinnamon cheesecake is really light, none of that giant, dense brick that's the calling card of many cheesecakes, topped with soft spiced apple slices and a streusel crumble, and it was excellent. The scorecard: crab cake and cheesecake were the spotlight, the salad and the potatoes were the surprise, and the entrée was, oddly, the letdown. If Wright's Tavern were a TV character: it's Don Draper. Stay with me. Handsome, clearly talented, a real man's man and a ladies' man, magnetic in a small dark room with a drink in hand and flawed in a few key places. Everything Don touches at the office is brilliant; it's the thing that should matter most in his life (being a father, husband, good business partner) that he can't quite get right. That was our steak. I'm giving Wright's Tavern some grace here, because everything else was so well delivered and this little nook of a restaurant has "future regular" written all over it. I'm coming back for another steak, and I'm expecting redemption. Until then: 4.5 out of 5. The only thing keeping this from a perfect score is the one dish that's supposed to carry the team.

After hearing about it for ages, finally made it to Wright's Tavern! Yes, reservations are…read moreannoying, but if you stay up until midnight before the first of the month and have multiple days and times in mind, it should be doable. The restaurant felt very upscale - service was extremely attentive and fantastic. We ordered the following and did a lot of sharing: shrimp cocktail, crab cake, Caesar salad, halibut, French dip, and steak frites. Everything was fantastic. My personal favorite was the crab cake - I've never gotten so much crab meat in one before and the sauce was incredible! Caesar salad was good too. The steak to fry ratio on the steak frites was a bit off (steak was fairly small) but I appreciated that they don't skimp on sides at all! The French dip was the most meat I've ever had in one. Sadly, we were not able to save room for dessert, but I cannot wait to go back! Worth every penny, absolutely.

Our dinner at 801 Fish in Clayton was exceptional from beginning to end. The atmosphere strikes a…read morelovely balance--elegant and sophisticated, yet comfortable enough to settle in and truly enjoy the evening. We began with the Caesar salad, featuring crisp baby gem lettuce, white anchovies, Parmigiano Reggiano, and garlic croutons. It was beautifully presented, fresh, and perfectly dressed, with just the right savory depth from the anchovies and Parmesan. For our entrées, we chose the Vodka Crab Pasta and the Verlasso salmon. The pasta was outstanding. Generous pieces of king crab were complemented by a rich vodka sauce, Peruvian pearl peppers, peas, and spicy breadcrumbs that added a wonderful contrast in texture and a subtle kick of heat. Every component worked together without overpowering the delicate sweetness of the crab. The pan-seared Verlasso salmon was equally impressive--beautifully cooked with a crisp exterior while remaining moist and tender inside. The haricots verts and fingerling potatoes were excellent accompaniments, and the lemon butter sauce added richness and brightness without overwhelming the salmon. We finished with the vanilla bean crème brûlée, which had that wonderful contrast of a delicate caramelized crust over silky, creamy custard. Our grapefruit martinis were refreshing, well balanced, and an excellent complement to the meal. As memorable as the food was, the service truly elevated the experience. It was outstanding--attentive, knowledgeable, and gracious without ever feeling intrusive. The pacing was equally well handled; we never felt rushed, yet there was never an unnecessary wait between courses. 801 Fish delivered exactly what we hoped for: excellent food, polished service, and a refined, inviting atmosphere. A thoroughly enjoyable evening and an easy five stars.

Fancy fish! I'm not sure what I like more about 801 Fish - the interior design or the food!…read moreNon-seafood eaters were able to find meat options like steak to enjoy here as well. The space was clearly designed with the ocean in mind. Blue colors are carried throughout the dining room with the use of lighting, flooring, and decor. The architecture buildout is smooth and flowing with barely any sharp edges. When you're dining here, you're transported to a cruise ship. We made a birthday reservation for 5 of us and were very well taken care of. Not only did the menu have "Happy Birthday" printed for the birthday girl but our server and all assisting staff were professional and able to answer any questions we had. We were sat a a large, round table near the entrance surrounded by other tables and booths but could also see the large bar area and a counter that overlooks the open kitchen a bit where you can see the staff working such as shucking oysters. Our food was delicious! A couple of us shared the Crab Cake Appetizer and raw oysters before ordering Chilean Sea Bass, Scallops, and steak (not pictured). Sides were a la carte so we shared the Lobster Mac n Cheese, Lobster Fried Rice, and Mashed Potatoes. I personally enjoyed the Sea Scallops and Sea Bass the most! I thought it was an interesting balance of flavors to have Miso and Kimchi on the Sea Bass and I also appreciated the yellow curry style of the scallops. For dessert, the birthday girl was brought out a complimentary chocolate tart and we ordered a dessert special of Lemon Cheesecake. We thoroughly enjoyed our desserts and our server explained they have an in-house pastry chef. I'd recommend 801 Fish for any celebration, a date night, or any reason you're looking to impress or treat yourself!

My friend and I have been here twice in the last couple months, before that it had been probably 12…read moreyears since I went. Last time I told him I could probably eat that meal everyday. We get the shrimp cocktail and I get the linguini and with shrimp and blistered tomatoes. The noodles are kind of buttery & garlicky. And the rolls are tasty too. Our server was seasoned & nice. That inside could use a lil facelift but that is 80% of our restaurants here truly. We will be back again soon.

This is definitely a 5-star restaurant! We absolutely loved it. The ambiance was perfect. We…read moreespecially loved that there were options to dine outdoors under a covered patio or inside in the air conditioning. The food... OMG! Everything was absolutely delicious...from the scallops and crab cakes to the sea bass. Every dish was cooked to perfection, and we were incredibly impressed. The service made the experience even better. The manager and our server, Karen, were both outstanding. They were warm, attentive, and genuinely delightful, making us feel so welcome throughout our meal. We left incredibly impressed and can't wait to come back if we are in the St. Louis area again.

Always delicious food. We always stop here after an appointment at Barnes West. Fresh, beautiful…read moreand tasty food. Great service.

Tai Ke is one of the older kids on the block-- been around before the other players on Olive…read more Overall, I think it still has a place on this block, but I do prefer the others. I've had their 3 cup chicken, fried pork chop, other street snacks, braised beef noodle soup. Our recent orders: Stirfry basil with beef (17.99): our favorite Chili's stirfry chicken (14.99): it was better the more you had it, but it was just strange that the chicken was coated in sauce so it didn't make it quite crispy Five spices tofu (13.99): this was pretty good. It's perfectly crispy on the outside and the dipping sauce was not too bad. Next time we want to try this salt and pepper, tofu and the fried pork chop again There's a 2.79% transaction fee for credit cards

Newly opened in former Royal Hunan BBQ they offer a great variety of noodles with many things to…read moreadd in. Loved the mushroom broth with beef. Also, many drinks to select from. Quick and friendly service!

First visit, stopped in for lunch with a friend Ordered…read more E5 tossed, diced cucumber with garlic sauce E10 Deep fried spring rolls R2 Chicken egg fried rice N2 Chicken rice noodles Restaurant was bright and clean. We were seating quickly and the server asked if it was our first time, when we said yes she explained the menu to us. We ordered all at once and food was brought out as it was ready, typical for this kind of restaurant. Was supposed tho that the entrees came out before the appetizers did. Food was hot and a nice portion size. Flavor was nice but spice level not as spicy as I expected a szechuan pepper dish to be. Favorite thing was the cucumber in garlic sauce, crisp crunchy and refreshing. Price was nice with most entrees under $15. Would recommend giving this place a try but other places on Olive pack more flavor into their dishes, but you have to pay more at them.

Cute little restaurant with a small outdoor patio. I was looking at their menu online but come to…read morefind out that it has been outdated for many years. They still have a happy hour menu daily from 3p-6p, all day on Monday, but the options have changed. Double Cream Brie Burger $23 - Australian wagyu beef, crispy prosciutto, fig coulis, arugula, and fries. The burger was juicy and tasty and the fries were thin and crispy. From the Happy Hour Menu Moscow Mule $7 - Refreshing and not strong. They ran out of ginger beer pretty early in the evening. Banh Mi Pork Belly Tacos (3) $10 - Overall tasty tacos, pork belly was fatty and tender. They are on Opentable for make online reservations. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

There's something about a place in Clayton insisting: don't call me a wine bar, I'm a wine dive…read more Okay. We see you. You're a wine bar. Nothing divey about a hip cocktail or hip deviled eggs -- these are sophisticated modern twists, the exact move wine bars make and dives don't. A chalkboard of specials and weathered seating gesture at the aesthetic; the rest of the room knows. Kendall Roy of restaurants -- comes from privilege, wants badly to be of the people. It's a bit, and mostly the kitchen and bar back it up. Nevertheless, we arrived to a full room, hour wait for a table, but we fortunately arrived to snag the last first come patio table. The bar was also full, by the way, which felt neighborhood like, people clearly like this place during happy hour. The old fashioned makes the case: Old Grand-Dad Bonded, pickled rye, cognac, butterscotch bitters. Two whiskeys and a bitter you won't find at an actual dive. Rich, a little sweet. The harissa deviled eggs keep going -- fried shallots, roasted red peppers, cilantro, marinated tomato jam. You know, just like the old dive with the $1 PBR.Deviled eggs for people that don't like deviled eggs. However, we love deviled eggs...foreshadowing. The short ribs are the headline -- fall-apart tender over whipped potatoes substantial enough to stand up to the meat, gravy spot on. Eats like a perfectly executed roast dinner. The brie burger is the sneaky second hit, genuinely decadent, bacon with the cheese melting into the beef. The service was good and pleasant and that felt more like dive-friendly, where you might expect a wine "bar" to be snooty or full of themselves. 4.4 Stars Picking Nits: hip deviled eggs that reach past what they can hold. Tomato jelly on top is a lot going on, in the wrong way, and the egg disappears under it. These are trying to be hip deviled eggs more than they're trying to be good deviled eggs. Every ambitious kitchen has one plate that tries too hard; this appears to be one. A 5 needs those eggs landing, in the same way the entrees excelled. Regardless, we'll be back.

Wowzer. The assistant chef came out and showed me what's up. The food is spectacular and I am so…read moregrateful that I was able to go here. And wow. The ambience!! I mean OMG!!! This place was lifechanging and I'm sure to come back... The steak melted in my mouth and the sautéed mushrooms were the best ever. AND IT CAME AT A COMPLETELY REASONABLE PRICE. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a good time. Signing off Gavin

I hadn't been to Kreis' in years and it was great to go back to such a local staple. My mom treated…read moremy boyfriend and I to dinner, and I'd highly recommend going here! The overall inside is quaint, and parts of it are still the same from long ago. It has that classic, elevated yet casual feel. We ordered wine, beer, and an espresso martini. The martini was lovely, as was the wine choice. My meal included the 8oz filet and a side, I chose a double baked potato. Both of these were amazing! I loveddd my filet and the baked potato was chefs kiss. I also had a Caesar salad which was lovely as well. Our server was great, we had a great time chatting with him Parking is a bit tight, but it's there! Check it out!

We came here years ago for Valentine's Day and finally returned. Wow, we forgot how good it was…read more My husband claims one of the best steaks in STL so take with that what you will.

Great spot for date night! We went for Valentine's Day and had such a delicious meal. The service…read morewas outstanding and the ambiance felt elevated and romantic - perfect for a special night out. We started with the Korean fried cauliflower and it was honestly some of the best I've ever had. The batter was light, fluffy, and crispy, and the gochujang sauce with the mayo was sweet and sticky in the best way. Since it's a butchery, we had to try the steaks. I ordered the 4oz filet Oscar style. The meat was tender and very well seasoned, the crab was fresh, and the homemade hollandaise really pulled it all together. My husband had the ribeye. It was a flavorful cut, a little fatty (as ribeye tends to be), but exactly what you'd expect from that cut. The steaks come with a twice-baked potato and vegetable (or you can swap for different vegetables). The potato was flavorful but fairly dense. We also did the bread service - it was good, but felt a bit pricey for the portion. We ended with the flourless chocolate torte, which was very rich and the perfect way to finish the meal - especially on Valentine's Day. Overall, the food was good and the menu is solid. The quality was there, but the portions, bread service and sides didn't fully meet expectations. That said, it was still a lovely experience and a great date-night spot.

Absolutely excellent Asian Cuisine!! From the Dim Sum to the Peking Duck, if you can't find…read moresomething for you on their huge menu. Well, you simply don't like Asian food!! Great ambiance & plenty of seating. Try...and enjoy!!

My favorite place for dim sum. As long as you don't look too closely at the restaurant, you're…read morefine. If you look too closely, you will notice that it's not exactly the cleanliest, there's not a lot of attention to detail in the atmosphere and someone is usually smoking downstairs which drifts up into the dining room and is quite unpleasant. I only really notice it when seated at a table that borders on the staircase. My favorites are the shrimp long noodles and they pour a nice sauce over it and cut it with scissors for you, the shrimp and chive fried dumplings that the server brings in the cart that rolls around and makes for you, the salt and pepper shrimp or calamari, the pickled cucumbers, & the duck. Service is always friendly although there is sometimes a language barrier. Parking can be tricky, but it's worth the effort.