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    Hendel's

    4.6 (627 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    HENDEL'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    French Onion soup
    Andy W.

    This overall experience was pretty meh, but previous visits have been much better. Staff as always was polite and gracious. This time we had two Jamison burgers, one with French Onion soup ,the other with fries, and Parmesan encrusted chicken with rice. The French Onion soup was outstanding! Nice broth and just the right amount of bread. Their take on french fries is having large potato wedges which were delicious. The chicken was excellent also. Moist and well seasoned. It's chicken - what else can I say about it. Both burgers were disappointing. They were not cooked to the requested doneness (and waitress didn't come by and check on us). Taste was decent and the bacon was crispy and tasty, but the blue cheese crumbles were minimal and not really impacting, and the onion straws were almost non existent. Since we've had good experiences here before we will come back.

    Grouper
    Renee I.

    This place consistently serves great food. Their prices are reasonable. The only issue is that they are too far away from my house! You should know that they don't take reservations, first come first served is their policy. I think you can get on a wait list. The restaurant is in an old house so it is very quaint. We sat on the enclosed front porch. It was nice temp despite the chilly weather due to heaters overhead. I had the grouper which was served with rice/risotto and broccoli. It was so good that I made myself miserable by eating all of it.

    Salmon Power Bowl
    Kisha F.

    We chose Hendel's for an unplanned date night close to home. We joined the waitlist and were seated right away when we arrived. Our waiter was nice and provided us with good service. We didn't have to wait long for drinks or food. We both ordered from the seasonal cocktail menu. I tried the Big Glass of Yum which was perfectly named! I would definitely order it again. My husband tried If You Mix It They Will Come. He said it was pretty good but was expecting a little more based on the description. For an appetizer, we ordered the stuffed mushrooms. They were pretty good but I was thrown off by the taste of black licorice. Quick Google search revealed that that is what fennel tastes like. I'm not a fan of black licorice so I learned something new about fennel. I would have enjoyed them much more without the fennel as they had great flavor outside of that. For entrées, I had the Salmon Power bowl. It was my favorite. This is probably the best salmon I've had at a restaurant. Perfectly cooked, seasoned well, and moist! My husband had the Greek salad. He said it was a good size and very filling. We had a nice time and will definitely be back.

    Spin Artichoke Dip duck wontons
    Chris D.

    Celebrated my mom's birthday at Hendel's and was genuinely impressed on my first dine-in visit. The ambiance is warm and charming, perfect for a special occasion, and the service was attentive from start to finish. They even surprised my mom with a complimentary slice of lemon cake, which was a sweet touch. We started with the spinach and artichoke dip and duck wontons. The dip could've been a bit thicker, but the wontons were flavorful and perfectly portioned. Complimentary bread is available upon request, which is nice to know. For entrées, we ordered the strip steak with mashed potatoes and green beans, the panko-crusted grouper, and a gyro sandwich. We were so full from the appetizers that we took most of the mains home, but everything was well prepared. The only small note was the gyro could've used a little more meat. Overall, a great experience with solid food, thoughtful service, and a cozy atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit.

    Parmesan Encrusted Chicken
    Joshua C.

    I've got family in the St Louis area and was visiting for vacation so, naturally, I went to Yelp to look for some well rated restaurants. This one caught my eye and I'm happy it did! At first look, you see a quaint, charming restaurant with a beautiful patio that wraps around the entire building, tucked away in an unsuspecting neighborhood. The interior is very welcoming and cozy. If I was judging a book by its cover, this one would have a pretty good judgment. The real judgement comes from the experience/service and food/drink for me. We were greeted by someone who looked to be the manager of the restaurant. She offered us our choice of low top or high top tables in two different rooms. We chosen the high top in the room with the bar. The room was dimly lit and pretty quiet/comfortable. Our server greeted us shortly after being seated and took our drink orders. My drink of choice was the Dark Cherry Old Fashioned (x2) and it was great! For appetizers, we ordered the Bacon Mac and Cheese Bites - it was not an easy choice as every appetizer looked really good. We were happy with our choice and I only wish we ordered more appetizers! For my entree, I was stuck between the Parmesan Encrusted Chicken and the Peas & Bacon so, I asked for the waitress's help. She suggested I do the Parmesan Encrusted Chicken and instead of the rice-orzo pilaf and veggies, do their white-cream farfalle and peas - this was a great choice. The Chicken comes encrusted in panko breadcrumbs, parmesan and mozzarella, topped off with bacon bits. The flavor profile was a rich, cheesy flavor paired perfectly with the bacon bits and chicken. The pasta was rich and cheesy as well and was a great combo with the peas. Our overall dining experience lasted approximately 60-90 minutes and was never dull. From great background 70s folk music, to the amazing food, this was a great experience from top to bottom. I would recommend Hendel's to anyone looking for a damn good dining experience at a reasonable price!

    Cute retro decor.
    Lynn O.

    My hubby and I decided to take everyone's reviews at face value and were not disappointed! This cute restaurant has retro decor to match its Old Town vibe. It sits in the middle of a residential neighborhood, so if you've visiting St. Louis, no, you're not lost! The parking lot is small, so you'll likely have to park on the street. Food was delicious! Home made chips to go with the spinach artichoke dip were perfectly crisp and dusted with parmesan. The club sandwich was so thick my husband had to partially deconstruct it, and the steak salad was perfectly cooked with heirloom grape tomatoes that were super sweet. Normally I wouldn't comment on the iced tea, but it was perfect. Not sour or perfumed (like Earl Grey), not too strong or watery. Delicious! Service was friendly and on point, which was awesome on a busy Friday evening. There was live music outside too, if you can tolerate the heat here in mid July. This is definitely the place to go for standard American fare: burgers, sandwiches, salads that is so much better than standard.

    Holiday drinks
    Terrilyn L.

    Great experience!!! I ate all my food!!!! Maurice, our waiter, was excellent! And the vibe was ideal, very festive!!

    Bacon and white cheddar Mac n Cheese bites.
    Teddy M.

    The ambience, decor and patio are the stars of the show! The vibes make you feel like you're walking into grandma's house for a home cooked meal and she also happens to have a giant outdoor patio! The service is always incredibly friendly, whether it's a hostess, bartender or wait staff, they are always kind and attentive. The appetizers are killer, my favorite are the Mac n Cheese bites and the duck wontons. I also had a mushroom soup that just oozed funky fungal deliciousness! The entrees have been a little more hit and miss. The fish tacos were very dry, which is understandable with such small pieces of fish. The shrimp power bowl was also a little meek. Even with the entrees not quite living up to expectations, the home town setting, courteousness of staff, the killer appetizers and the overall aesthetic make this 5 star experience.

    Cajun Carbonara
    Alicia B.

    Today was my first time visiting. I looked at reviews and saw high ratings for the cajun Carbonara so that's what I ordered. It was pretty good, tons of seafood, it had some spice to it but not heartburn level. I added some salt to it and it made it better. I ordered my food to go, it was ready when I arrived. I had to ask for plastic untensils and napkins bc it didn't come standard. The host gave them to me but mentioned i had to make note of that next time on my take out order. This is a family style restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. I would visit again. 8/10

    Jameson Burger and fries
    Darla E.

    Dinner for the evening. You can never, ever, ever go wrong with Hendel's! I was super hangry so I ordered the Jameson burger and fries. I don't know how they cook the fries to such amazing perfection, but I have to have a basket every time I visit. I got the peach sangria to complement my entree and this lady got down to business! I left satisfied and ready for a good book and a nap, or bed. Whatever don't judge, just go eat here and tell me how much you enjoyed it! I can't wait to go back!

    Parmesan Encrusted Chicken Caesar Salad
    Brent P.

    We went to Hendel's on a Saturday night. Pro tip: join the waitlist online. We were told that we would be 30 to 40 minutes, which we were fine with. The patio was packed, the inside was also busy. We were seated about 10 minutes after arriving in the bar area. The bar is super charming and reminds me of a coastal vibe. Our server, Ella, was awesome all night. Bartender Mike was great too. We started with spinach artichoke dip, and some custom cocktails. The chips are homemade for the dip, and the dip is amazing. Perfect amount of ingredients, not too much cheese, perfect for dipping. The menu is plentiful, with lots of different options. We had a hard time deciding, but we settled on the Parmesan encrusted chicken caesar salad and the chicken philly. Both were awesome. The chicken fillet was one of the best sandwiches I've had in a very long time. Everything was fresh, the fries were great, crispy on the outside, but chewy on the inside. My recommendation is to get the chipotle aïoli on the side to dip your fries in. Can't wait to come back to this awesome gem in old Florissant

    Bar area
    Alyssa B.

    This place has all the character you'd imagine for a neighborhood restaurant. They've been around for 30 years! We came for date night and it a cozy casual vibe. The food was decent and we both agreed we come back. Try the Grouper and the chicken Philly sandwich.

    Short Rib Grilled Cheese
    Emily M.

    Stopped here on the way out of the airport en route to Columbia. Greeted warmly and sat immediately on a cool rainy day! We had the lobster bisque (special) short rib grilled cheese, and Jameson burger with fries. Everything we ate was great but the grilled cheese dipped in the bisque was the winner!

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    4 months ago

    Love it and miss it, part of my childhood, going to Sacred Heart then eating a hearty meal next door. Like out of a Hallmark movie.

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    6 months ago

    Great lunch. However I was told that they have discontinued the steak salad. Too bad - it would have been my reason for coming back

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    Always enjoy going here. The service is good. The food is not bad and the ambience environment is inviting. Definitely will be back.

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    The front patio was enclosed and a part of the restaurant I did not see an outdoor patio because it was too cold at the time or our visit. It may be best to call before traveling?

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