Little Lager is my absolute favorite bar in South City. You'll know the vibe is perfect the second…read moreyou step in, with a classic hip-hop soundtrack, low neon lighting, and a center bar that comprises most of the space. Cozy and inviting, a place you don't feel out of place (even for someone as socially anxious as I can be). Drink in the design, then chase it with a draught. I appreciate the constantly rotating selection of lagers and pilsners; each visit is a bit different, with five or six selections ranging from light lagers to hoppy pilsners and occasional baltic porters and cold IPAs. Half pours and slow pours are my favorite way to get the full experience at Little Lager. The bartenders are also very friendly and knowledgeable; I enjoy seeing the community they've created among regulars and I've learned a bit more about different beer styles and their serving methods on my stops in. I've personally recommended Little Lager to friends and coworkers, but there are a few things to keep in mind: the small space is not the best for a group happy hours, there isn't a kitchen to serve food (though they do allow outside food) , and there are very few options for non-beer drinkers (outside of a few packaged ciders, wines, and different ways to experience Chicago's infamous Malort). Beyond that, it's a laid-back spot to visit with one or two friends after work or to experience their regular collaborations with local breweries like Perennial and 2nd Shift. I've been a fan since my first visit, and I don't see that changing anytime soon.

A little gem in south city! I loved our visit to little lager. It's a small, cozy spot with good…read morebeer and low key vibes. There's something that makes it so special being smaller and intimate. The ambiance reminded me a bit of Pagan Wine Bar, low lighting was probably it. They have a decent size draught list that features local breweries. It isn't overwhelming which I can appreciate. They also have packaged beer and cider, as well as wine. We even tried Malort gummy bears which weren't bad: the sweetness of the candy evens out the taste. Id definitely return!

Golden Hoosier is ALWAYS good! They have incredible drinks, delicious food, and great service…read more I LOVE their wings! They're seriously the best! Also, the patio is one of the best in STL.

I had heard about this place and wanted to check it out! There were seven in our group and we went…read morefor an early dinner. We were greeted and seated right away. It was more than just a few minutes before a server came over. We ordered cocktails and then got serious about choosing our meals. We eventually decided and placed our orders. We got pretzel bites and cheese to start and it was fine. Then our food came out! I think most of us got burgers. I know someone got the fried chicken sandwich and said it was good. The smash burgers were good. About half of the fries were good and the rest were overcooked. The cocktails were good! Our service could have been a little better. Our server was somewhat efficient. She wasn't overly friendly or attentive. Maybe they were short staffed but I don't know. I just know that service was lacking. There are many things to look at on the walls! If you're into taxidermy, you'll love looking at We'll probably end up back there sometime.

Some of the best punk rock pinball I've ever played in my life. I loved the decor and the ambience…read more I can't really say much about the service as I didn't really order much of anything other than I drink for my partner and a Red Bull for myself. I guess the service was your standard. Nothing to complain about. However, I did accidentally spill and they were great about cleaning it up for us.

Awesome dive bar! Awesome pinball selection. One of the few places you can play for .50 cents a…read morecredit. Big beer list and great prices.

Welcome to your new favorite neighborhood bbq joint…read more Stellar Hog has been a meat up spot for my friends and me for several years. Especially during the spring and summer when we can take full advantage of the patio. There's live music a few nights a week. I recommend going early. They occasionally run out of the daily specials and more popular items. Step inside the bar area to place your order for food and drinks. They carry a nice selection of local and craft beer. There is a full bar for any of your cocktails and spirit drinks. They offer all of the traditional bbq meats: brisket, ribs, smoked turkey. My favorite is the smoked salami. I still haven't figured out what's in there but dang it's good! The meats can be served as a meal with a 1/2 of your choice of meat and two sides. The sides are absolutely stellar . Mac and cheese, pit beans, slaw, potato salad etc. My go to is the Brussels sprouts and the hand cut fries. They offer traditional sandwiches that include one side. Feeling like something out of this world? Try one of the Stellar Sandwiches. Can't decide from the long list of options? Have the team give you a recommendation. Don't forget to ask about the daily specials. The pork steak is enough for two people and thick fall off the bone tender. Grab a number when you order and find a table. The food comes out pretty quick. The final addition is one or all of their house made sauces. Spicy Lou is my go to followed by the white sauce. I've never been disappointed with a meal here. Hope to see you there soon

I love out of the way places that you wouldn't ordinarily go to, but somehow find. The kind of…read moreplace where they serve great food at fair prices. The kind of place where they welcome you and are truly appreciative of your patronage. The Stellar Hog is one of those places. Located in an older neighborhood all by itself, we were greeted by the owner who took us to our table. The first thing you notice is the smell. It's a wonderful BBQing meat smell that makes you can't wait to eat. The place is bigger on the inside than it looks and very clean. There's an outdoor eating area as well. We ordered at the bar, both my friend and I ordering the OG Brisket Sandwiches, mine with Coleslaw and my friend's with fries. No sooner did we sit down did our food come, and WOW, the sandwiches were huge with a pile of perfectly cooked melt in your mouth Brisket. I'm hard pressed to remember any better. The coleslaw was, well, different and hard to explain, but had a tangy mustard kind of taste. The fries on my buddy's plate were fantastic as well. The owner checked on us several times, and obviously valued us as customers. BBQ is huge in St. Louis and the big places and chains get all the attention. But if you want some seriously good BBQ in an authentic down home place, head to The Stellar Hog. Let me know by liking my review.

I feel like I've reviewed Arkadin at least twice in the past, but the reviews aren't here, so here…read moregoes: This is such a fun place that it's practically a community center for film types. Small lobby and a screening room that seats maybe 50 people. Fun posters and other stuff. The schedule is updated regularly for at least a month out, so you may pretty much structure your life around screenings. Bring your own food. Fun, informal contests before certain screenings. Themed cocktails. Tickets often only $5 and occasionally free may be purchased online in advance w/o extra fees. My best time at Arkadin was for a screening of Carnival of Souls, which was preceded by a mini carnival behind Arkadin. I hope that happens again.

I have only ever been here with my movie nerd brother :) but it's a lot of fun and I always leave…read morewondering why we don't do this more! I want to check the calendar and make it back out for more regular happy hour + movie night dates. I know my husband would love it. The seating in the theater itself is comfortable- a few rows of traditional movie seats, with a few rows of armchairs and other seating in the back. You can tell that the very kind owners have poured their hearts into this place. There has been a lot of thought put into the bar menu, the decor, and the features every month. Happy to see such a crowd turning out for events here, like the Taskmaster finale watch party last night. There is something special about a group of people so into their "thing" and sharing it with the community. Bravo!

Very cool place! Stopped by for a beer, can definitely see myself returning to catch a game. Good…read morepeople, environment, a very big & cool patio! Bartenders were super nice and helpful. I tried the CIVIL LIVE foot ball beer & thought it was delish!

It's the BEST soccer bar in town! Low-key, divey (but thankfully not smokey), great inside and huge…read moreoutside hangout space. 100% soccer bar. Beer forward. Order food and bring it with you or DoorDash an order once you're there and get it delivered. There's also few food spots really close so you could order and walk over to pick up food too. Team Amsterdam Tavern has been kicking around the south side of STL for a really long time and totally nail that cozy, 'soccer Cheers' vibe. If there's a match on, this is your home turf and the door's always open for you to come hangout. June 2025

Went here with friends for brunch. The place has a cool retro vibe. By the time I got there my…read morefriends were already seated so I joined them. For brunch, I an iced lavender latte and the good morning sunshine. My coffee and food were delicious. The good morning sunshine had a bit of everything. After brunch we hung around and played a game for a bit. Only complaint was that they sat a family with little kids next to us and they were pretty loud. Parking in this area was a bit confusing, but tims is a cool place and they do bingo on Sunday's so I def want to go back for that!

Impossible to write about Tim's without talking about the fabulous retro design. So fun. I've…read morebecome such a fan of their brunch the last year or so. Sometimes with a DJ sometimes without, the drinks are great and OMG right now I'm in love with the Shell Ya Benny. Eggs Benedict with crab, and I'm super picky about hollandaise. And the little dish of free donut holes that they give you at the beginning it always yum. Our server this weekend was the lovely and attentive Raven. Now fair warning - the drinks are good. For serious! so it's entirely possible/probable that whatever your plans were for the day will be waylaid if you have more than two or three. ;) so plan accordingly.

I had a chance to check this place out over the weekend and it did not disappoint. It's a cute…read moresouth city bar that's a bit divey but has everything you need. We came towards the end of the night and many people had already left. They've got an extensive selection of spirits, beer, and they serve food! I went with my usual, grape vodka and sprite, while my friend got a beer. He swears by this place because they have pool. The ambiance was chill and laid-back and the bartender was courteous and kind. We weren't there very long because they were closing relatively soon, but I enjoyed my time while there and def intend in coming back.

We went on a snowy, Thursday night. It was a quaint corner bar, and it was surprisingly decorated…read morefor Valentine's Day. The people in the bar were friendly and the drinks were reasonably priced. A stag bottle and sprite were $6. They have their specials written on the glass behind the bar. I was tempted to get pizza, but it was already so late at night. We did the Yahtzee roll for the day, played some pool, and did some karaoke. The place had a pool table and some other games in the back.