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    High Bar Clayton

    4.0 (72 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Tyler W.

    I checked out High Bar, the rooftop spot on top of the AC Hotel in downtown Clayton, and the views are very nice! You get city views from all over the place. The bar itself is super stylish, really well decorated, and has this chill vibe during the day. I had a couple of cocktails and also grabbed the Italian flatbread, which was perfect for a light bite. Definitely planning on going back. If you're looking for a spot with great views and a relaxed atmosphere, High Bar is a must-try.

    Shalaunte W.

    High Bar Clayton , I finally made it. I made a reservation for a table of two through Open Table app. Arriving on location pretty confusing on parking and precise location of the bar. I think her name was See (our server) she was attentive and friendly. My friend and I sat on the outside patio and the view was pretty. We ordered truffle fries and a blue moon and Michelob Ultra. (Fyi) I picked this time , thinking it was happy hr. Apparently Fridays are not happy hour approved. Pretty pricey menu on bar bites and cocktails. Inside seating was spacious and plenty of seating.

    Cristy M.

    Pretty views and great drink! Service was awesome too, super kind server. The new menu seems to be a hit!

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    Russ B.

    Such a cool spot! Even though it's not the tallest building in Clayton it still offers great views of the area. The fans also keep the air moving in hot days, so it is a great temperature. The drink cocktails were delicious and the bartenders were very helpful. We got apps here and they were delicious!

    Kathi W.

    Attended a lovely Yelp Elite event tonight. I can't wait to come back. Thanks to Yelp, High Bar, Petal STL for the food, drinks and beautiful fresh flower bouquets! Love the atmosphere high above downtown Clayton. With indoor and outdoor access it's perfect for an after work happy hour!

    Jade H.

    Really enjoyed the vibes of High Bar. It was a bit different than I expected but it was still really good. Drinks were good and this food we got was delicious! Also shout out to our server who remade our food since it didn't match what we had ordered the first time around. Really appreciate that understanding and accommodation :) The ambiance is nice. I wish some of the seating was more comfortable for longer sitting. However, they have so many options so just find the spot that works best for you :) Rating a 4/5 cause I would go again but it didn't blow my mind.

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    Kathleen O.

    Great view on a beautiful day from the rooftop. The drink was refreshing and the bartender was very nice.

    Karen L.

    One of my favorite bars in STL! It was a great spot to pop in for drinks before dinner on a warm day. We sat on the rooftop patio, but there was plenty of space with good views inside too if the weather isn't cooperating. We will have to come back for food!

    Drea H.

    This place was very cool, new to Clayton and did not disappoint. We ended up sitting on the small outside part because it was so busy. They served drinks and food outside which was convenient! The drinks were really good, we got an espresso martini and a spritz cocktail, both were amazing. As far as food we got the shrimp, but the broth and bread were the stars of the show in the dish. The inside was really cool too; I loved all the seating areas in side, regular tables, bar seats , comfy seating, etc. The prices aren't outrageous and the vibe is just right

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    Kelse S.

    What a VIBE! I had been wanting to come here forever and finally came to celebrate my birthday. Word of the wise: make a Rez online! We got there and it was packed! I was so happy I had made a reservation weeks in advance. We had a table for 6 with 1 additional and they were accommodating by pulling up a chair (grateful for this). We started with a round of drinks, I went with a dirty vodka martini and it was very well made. For my meal I had the Italian flatbread. I loved the hot honey and cherry peppers on it. I would definitely order again. The views from High Bar are so awesome! We took some pictures on the patio; they have fire and cozy couches too!

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    Stacie W.

    We came to check this spot out looking for one of our favorite bartenders whom left one of our go-to spots to support her new endeavor. Of course she wasn't working that night but that didn't stop us from checking the place out an staying. The High Bar in Clayton, lives up to it's name. It's a chill, swanky bar situated in the heart of Clayton, a roof top bar with the views to match. The decor is upscale but laid back. You can dress up or dress down it doesn't matter. They have indoor and outdoor seating. No reservations needed. We walked in and sat at the bar with ease. The drinks are pricey which is to be expected but the food is more on the reasonable side. The Caesar salad was top notch and we added chicken for like $5 extra. We were so surprised at how elevated the salad was with the addition of the chicken. The downside was that the Caesar salad was lacking parmesan cheese, we had to ask for extra but the dressing was very good, not overly saturating the salad but also not lacking to make the salad dry. We also order a side of truffle fries which state truffle and parmesan snow, that was far from the case but the fries were hot-n-fresh and tasted delicious. The BF ordered the bar burger which he really enjoyed. The burger came with white cheddar, bacon, caramelized onion, house pickle and what they call fancy sauce and a side of fries. It was a solid burger for $19.00. What is lacking here is customer service to an extent. Some of the staff is gracious and friendly and some of the staff act like they only have one job and that's what they are going to do all night. If you bring out any type of food and a customer ask you for something, why isn't it your job to accommodate said request. If a customer ask for some napkins or a side of ranch, etc. If you brought out the food wouldn't you ask is everything ok, do you need anything and if the customer ask for something in addition that isn't out the way for you why would the customer have to ask someone else because you state you that isn't your job. What sense does that make. Does everyone NOT work together as a TEAM. Apparently TEAM is a foreign concept here. So if my server is the bartender and he's busy I have to wait while food gets cold because you do not want to walk back into the kitchen for some ranch, didn't you just bring my food out from said kitchen. Okkkkkk The drinks are literally OKayyyyyyy, for a bar of this caliber I expect perfection and I expect the bartender to be a mixologist. I would expect that you know your craft and can deliver. I also expect that you would know how to make a drink that's not on the menu. This place is great for out-of-towners who are staying in the hotel but for native St. Louisans they need to step their game up a notch. There are too many options in the STL for food and drinks.

    Sara G.

    High Bar in Clayton is a welcome addition to St. Louis' dining scene. We love the views and a menu that caters perfectly to pescatarians. #stlouispescatarianspproved The ambiance is modern and chic, snd the back lit bar is everything! The food here does not disappoint! The tuna tartare on toast is a must-try. The citrus shrimp is light, zesty, and absolutely delicious. And whatever you do, don't sleep on the truffle fries! They're crispy and yummy!

    Sadie K.

    Stopped in because of all the hype on social media. It's definitely a neat atmosphere and I love the vibe of the place. A good spot for drinks with friends before a night out or maybe an evening happy hour. The food was good, the charred zucchini was different, and very interesting. Very yummy! The citrus shrimp were good. And of course, the truffle fries, can't really go wrong there. However, we were disappointed with the espresso martinis. They are advertised on the menu as having espresso in them along with Kahlúa... But I honestly feel like it was just Kahlúa. I'm a bit of an espresso martini snob... And I only want them if they are made with real espresso... And light on the cream or Baileys. These were very translucent and see-through, and they tasted just like pure Kahlúa. I was not impressed. Honestly they were gross. One of our group didn't even finish hers. I would not get them again. So I don't know if they were just made wrong or what... But I followed up with a traditional vodka martini, and that was perfectly fine. Also, the service was only so-so. Our server wasn't really around much and was kind of hard to find. And she would runoff before we could really ask any questions. Not very attentive. Parking is not the easiest. We were lucky to find a spot on the street at the meters outside of the hotel, but be prepared. It is Clayton after all.

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    Great views, food is awesome. Would love to come here again. The bartenders were excellent.

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