Damn. I really enjoyed this place. This felt like a place I'd come back for my bday, for date night, for a random Tuesday in October, basically every situation. Came in on a Wednesday night around 7pm for dinner. There were five of us in our party. The place is stunning. It's in a building that has an art museum on the top floor, a bar, a breakfast spot in the bottom of the building, and a hotel attached to it. The whole atmosphere was on point. The star of the show was the drinks. I came away tipsy from the sangria which was made with brandy which was delicious. They had other concoctions that looked amazing too. The food didn't match the price. It was good. But I expected it to be a bit better. Either way, I think it's a dope place to come for a romantic dinner. But you will be paying a pretty penny. There isn't much of a dress code neither. Ambience is great. Low light but there's a lot of people inside so the voices bounce off of the walls. You can also opt to sit at the bar which is separated from the dining floor. Bathrooms are co ed and features several stalls. Don't be weird. Be an adult. Just go and do your business and then wash your hands and leave. read more

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Very cool hip cocktail bar- very good pro bartenders/ and good Spanish inspired menu. Surprisingly moderately priced. Very fun and good experience read more

IDOL WOLF - Version of Expresso Martini - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

What a treat! Took my dad and stepmom here for Father's Day and it was such a great special occasion place. The space is beautiful architecturally and the decor is unique and mixed media and super cool. Lots of things to look at as you're sipping your chorizo margarita. Our server was super patient and answered our millions of questions and checked in enough so we felt cared for but not hovered over. We got A LOT of things but I think my favorites were the mushrooms, tuna on toast, and paella. Not an inexpensive meal, but a really fun place for a celebration. read more

IDOL WOLF - Delicious paella with plenty of saffron - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

I love the concept of Idol wolf. Fun artisan drinks with upscale food to match. I do not eat pork but much of the menu had pork infused into the offerings. This was true with the Caesar salad that I didn't notice until I ordered it. The shaved egg on top gave the salad a nice creamy flavor that was complimented by the homemade dressing. The shrimp were perfectly cooked but I found the sauce a bit oily and heavy. It was served with toasted bread which is meant to sop up the sauce. The best part of the meal was the chocolate cheesecake. It is truly delightful. The rhubarb compote is a perfect accompaniment and balances out the heaviness of the cheesecake. read more

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Idol Wolf is a newly opened Spanish restaurant offering tapas at the 21c museum hotel. It is really beautiful within the space. Service is top notch. Servers constantly come over to refill water I have been here two times. Both times require reservations far in advance. Here are my recommendations: 1. The seafood paella is the best on the menu. It's prepared and presented very well. 2. The almond cake with coffee ice cream is really good. Love that! My friends ordered a few other dishes like squid ink pasta. Unfortunately, they are overly seasoned with salt. It could just be just an off day. I will try Idol Wolf again! read more

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I had a reservation for my friend and I 7:15pm on a Sunday. The place was still considerably busy, probably due to long the weekend. We were immediately greeted warmly by the hostess. She showed us to our seats and the server came over shortly after with waters. He was kind and gave us some great recommendations as first timers. We split the burger entree and ordered the Hen of the woods, and patatas bravas. The food was very tasty and I felt like the recipes were innovative enough for us to return for another visit. I forgot to mention that we ordered some N/A drinks from the menu that were delightful as well. I usually never order dessert, but since we split our meal, I had room for dessert. We ordered the Basque Cheesecake and it was so good! It had density, but it was still very creamy, which I thoroughly enjoyed. I'm glad I took a chance and ordered dessert. We will definitely return for a bite to eat and to see the museum that our server told us about. read more

IDOL WOLF - Ginger mule (NA beverage) - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

One of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time! Everyone from the host to the manager were so kind and attentive. Located inside 21c, the venue was stunning and clean! And the food .... The food was AMAZING! Everything we ate was so good! I can't wait to come back and bring some friends to try, too! read more

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This place is pretty good. Don't get discouraged by the menu. I did think I'd like it but it was pretty good! We got a variety of food. The squid pasta people loved, and I got steak it was bomb read more

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I'm a little late on writing this review as we went to brunch on the very first day it was available... but WOW. If you love their dinner, I highly recommend their brunch. Obviously, the hotel and restaurant are beautiful. It was quiet when we went just because brunch was so new. I'm going again tomorrow so I'll be able to update on the crowd and noise level. We started by sharing the Pan Con Tomate (country toast, tomato, serrano ham, fried egg). Then we had the butterleaf salad (bacon lardons, herbs, smoked paprika vinaigrette, crispy poached egg). And, lastly, we finished up with the Pepito Bocata (petite tender, piquillo pepper, ricotta, mojo verde) - we added an order of the breakfast potatoes as well (Heinz 57 Collection roasted garlic crunch, bravas sauce, aioli). Everything was delightful and the service was great. They were still getting use to running a brunch menu at the time but I'm assuming they are in full swing by now! The drink in my photo is a spicy margarita and it was perfect! Be sure to stop by Good Press on your way out! The coffee is great and it's beautiful in there as well. read more

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Cool space, INCREDIBLY loud at brunch, I had a very hard time hearing conversation at my table. Food was good, it was busy and the waitstaff were clearly overwhelmed. I'll try this place for dinner, brunch was good but wished I'd looked around at other tables to see what they got. read more

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Went with my monthly dinner club group. Atmosphere is arty because it is located inside 21C Museum Hotel. Menu is Spanish focused. Lots of shareable tapas. Food is delicious! Serrano Ham, Potato Croquettes, Shrimp in garlic. We shared numerous tapas which did not disappoint. Everything was fresh with carefully layered flavors. Awesome craft cocktails as well. read more

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Inside the cutest boutique hotel that also houses a museum is the best Spanish-inspired restaurant. Make sure to make a reservation as it was packed!! The tapas are perfect for sharing. Although you may not want to because they're that good. We had the tinned sardines (the crackers are warm and fresh-baked), cauliflower, patatas bravas to start. For main we tried the octopus and potato, squid ink pasta and romesco soup. Our server Ryan was excellent and took our dietary needs seriously. The kitchen was able to accommodate a family member who was vegan. The cotton candy with the check was a sweet end to our night! read more

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Let me start by saying the service was fantastic. The bartenders and servers are professional and accommodating. They have a great selection of high-end cocktails, and beer. Unfortunately I found the food menu limited, it's not the best value I've found in the area. read more

Definitely glad we had a chance to party with our buddy Frank the penguin on this trip to Idol Wolf. Located inside the brand new and immaculate 21c hotel, this is a great spot to eat. Seafood paella was great to share and was a showstopper. The pan con tomate with Jamon was also great. Service was a but awkward and the flow was a bit off but didn't ruin the experience. Restaurant is definitely worth a visit and they have a beautiful bar to chill at as well. read more

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Idolwolf, located in the 21c Hotel, has been filling your social media feed and for good reason - not only is the food incredible, the decor makes it the perfect night out for any occasion! Reservations recommended. Valet or self-parking available. MY FAVS: Paella, Squid Ink Pasta, Patatas Bravas read more

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The menu here is so delicious and unlike dishes we've had before. Half of the menu is tapas (smaller dishes) which are meant to be shared so you can try a bit of everything. Drinks - blackberry & sage + oh, behave - both were great! Octopus & potato - 10/10. Super tender octopus. Paired with the crispy potatoes was chef's kiss. Also came with a bit of a sweet sauce that combined so well together. Corn & sobrasada toast - also 10/10. This was my favorite dish mainly because I love goat cheese and that's what the spread tasted like. Generous amount of sauce on top and toast was crispy in all the right spots. Seafood paella - 9/10, although still super delicious. It has a strong, but fresh, seafood taste! This was the main dish and super necessary in my opinion. This was what I wanted to try this restaurant for and it did not dissapoint. Dessert - we tried the churros and chocolate sauce. While it was delicious, it didn't blow me out of the water. We also got complimentary cotton candy at the end which was unexpected but a cute surprise. I liked the juxtaposition of cotton candy in a fancy restaurant. Everything was just the right amount of flavor and seasoning. They did an amazing job at elevating dishes without making them too over the top. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a fancier night out, whether that be a romantic date or to celebrate a loved one! read more

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Outstanding meal. We celebrated our anniversary here and we couldn't have picked a better spot. We were seated in a lovely table tucked away from the dining room. Our server was Collin and he did a great job. The food was stellar. Each dish was excellent and I don't think you can go wrong. Loved the octopus dish, the shrimp dish, and the squid ink pasta. Also loved the almond cake dessert with coffee ice cream, So many options on the wine list as well. And can't say enough about the ambiance of the restaurant. Make sure to get a picture in the wallpapered staircase! read more

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Mixed opinion about Idol Wolf! Ambiance-wise, it's beautiful. Unique decor, pretty lighting, tall ceilings and unique seating, neat art installations in the entrance. The bar is really nice too. The entire place is very pleasing to look at. Service was good, our server was friendly and helpful in explaining the menu options. My only complaint in this area was that the different water options offered threw me off so I responded "still water" not realizing that this meant bottled water which would cost extra. I don't know why you'd pay for water in STL when our tap water is excellent. The food looked great and had beautiful plating but unfortunately vegetarian options were minimal. The plate were tapas style, so it wasn't really possible for me to share tapas with folks since they were mostly meat. I also didn't really agree that soup counts as tapas - is that really a dish that people communally eat out of the same bowl? I have a similar opinion about the salad as a tapas item. The server did help me choose a dish and it was good, but I thought overpriced for the simple ingredients it was made from. The prices were reasonable for high quality meats, but without the meat the price point is too high. We got "complimentary cotton candy" at the end which was a nice touch. It was orange flavored. I didn't get dessert, but my friends who did found the dessert underwhelming (albeit pretty). They mentioned that if they had known about the cotton candy, they probably wouldn't have gotten the dessert. We had fun checking out the art and taking some photos after dinner. If you're a fan of Spanish cuisine, and NOT a vegetarian, I would recommend. read more

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I love tapas and Spanish food. My husband took me here to dinner because he knows I love tapas and Spanish food. I didn't even know this place existed even though it's close to the area that I've been recently frequenting due to work-related activities. He made reservations. We were seated immediately at a 2-person table. It was slightly small and would have been cramped if the nearby tables had patrons. Luckily, they didn't come until closer to the end of our meal. I'm boring so I got a cabernet sauvignon for my drink while my husband got an adventurous cocktail. I can't remember what it was but he liked it. Then we started with some warmed Spanish olives and some pickled white anchovies. We loved both of our starters. Quite pricey though for the portion but delicious, especially the anchovies! For our entrée, I ordered the pan roasted cod and my husband had the croquetas. Both were very delicious! For dessert, I couldn't really make up my mind between the flan and the churros so we got both. The churros were wonderfully fried with a chocolate sauce accompaniments and the flan was also so yummy. I took most of the flan home because I was too full to finish it. Don't worry, it was just as delicious when I ate it later that evening! This restaurant really did deliver and I would definitely come back here. read more

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We got to finally got to try out Idol wolf. They are definitely a popular spot that gets booked up for reservations at least 2-3 weeks ahead of time. So plan accordingly if you want to eat at a decent time! They are a tapas spot near the 21c art museum. It gives you an excuse to experience the art at the 22c art museum. They have art sprinkled throughout the establishment as well. Our sever was polite and patient with us. He explained their menu and his favorites. For drinks we go the PX old fashioned and the chorizo margarita. Both drinks were well made - highly recommend them! For food, we had the "chorizo" roasted hen of the woods. The flavors were excellent and the textures worked well that we didn't even realize it wasn't meat! We also tried the squid ink pasta. For mains, we got the Seafood Paella. It lived up to the hype! It is a made to order dish and will take 30 mins to make so if you want it for dinner be sure to order it early on. Their dessert was delicious as well! Parking can be a bit tricky so I suggest doing valet parking as they validate the parking at the restaurant. Looking forward to being back and trying the different options on the menu. read more

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Celebrated a friend's pending nuptials with several other ladies in a private room at Idol Wolf. The service was top notch and I adored the atmosphere (I am in love with everything about the 21c museum hotel). We started with several appetizers and did a four course menu with wine pairings. The wine and the sommelier were very good and I loved the food but by the time the fourth course came out, none of us could hardly touch our plates we were so full. Not a critique of the restaurant, quite the opposite. Of notable mentions: SERRANO HAM AGED 18 MONTHS, CHORIZO SPICED CHIPS SPANISH OLIVES, ROASTED GARLIC, CITRUS, PIQUILLO PEPPER, THYME, RED WINE VINEGAR, OLIVE OIL ALBONDIGAS, PORK AND BEEF MEATBALLS, SPANISH TOMATO SAUCE, MANCHEGO SOBRASADA TOAST, ORANGE, GOAT CHEESE, UNION LOAFERS TOAST (do NOT pass this up!) Cant wait to go back for a date night with my hubby! read more

This is one of my favorite spots for dinner before a show at Enterprise or Stifel (only a 10 minute walk!). The food is unique and always tasty. I especially love the meatballs, Caesar salad, and fried cauliflower. The vibe is dark & sexy, and the servers are always friendly and attentive. My only complaint is the acoustics. There is no music and very few soft surfaces to absorb the sound. Because of this you can hear everything - from chewing to every conversation around you. Still, it's a solid choice for for a delicious meal in a stylish atmosphere. read more

Beautiful intimate placement inside of hotel 21c. Lady made reservations for my birthday dinner and they did not disappoint. Service was stellar and they even mentioned my birthday! We ordered the seafood paella, ceaser salad, and a dish with chorizo and some sort of cake at the bottom. Everything was great. Fine dining experience for sure but with comfort. Although experience was great there's not much on the menu I'd be rushing back to try. We sampled what we eat and were satisfied. read more

Do not sleep on this chef-driven restaurant. The dining experience was exceptional. The culinary offerings were not just delicious but also a work of art themselves. It's #stlouispescatarianapproved and the shrimp was some of the shrimp we have ever eaten. @stlouispescatarians on instagram. The bar is beautiful and a fun seat! Stop by and immerse yourself in art, culture, and history. It's a reminder that travel can be not only about relaxation but also about enrichment and inspiration. read more

IDOL WOLF - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Foods was delicious. Love the tapas concept. Shareable plates so more items can be sampled. The choice of cocktails, sangria & wine was incredible. Our server was wonderful & friendly, she guided us as first timers on what to order Note: the paella is a must! Can't wait to return to try what we missed read more

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Cocktails are fantastic. Ambience is absolutely gorgeous with high ceilings and artistic flair! Beautiful patio in the summer months. Brunch food was okay, I prefer their dinner menu for the consistency and variety. Sit at the bar for quick service and bartenders with great personality. Honestly a solid place to just go for some drinks and relax with your partner. read more

Fare / $$ / Spanish Fusion Atmosphere / Social, Trendy, Modern Standout Dish / Squid Ink Pasta, Spanish Caesar, Jamon Croquettas Perfect For / Date Night, Night Out, Groups Overview / From the design of the restaurant to the presentation of the food, Idol Wolf delivers a curated experience. Set within the 21C Museum Hotel, the artful energy is amplified by the creative dishes. It's also a fantastic place to socialize with posh locals. For something different in STL, I highly recommend giving Idol Wolf a try. Service / Thanks to Rizia & Will for a fantastic dining experience read more

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This place is AMAZING! Nestled inside 21C hotel, it's got everything. We paid for street parking, but the valet guy told us you can leave your car with valet and the restaurant will validate. As you walk into the hotel, the ambiance is just phenomenal. The decor is super cute and chic. There is an art gallery on the 2nd floor to check out. I would highly recommend a reservation (through OpenTable). We were greeted by a very friendly and warm gentleman (Jack I think was his name). We needed to wait about 5 min before we could be seated, so we checked out the bar. The bartenders were on it! Drinks were awesome and service was spectacular. The view to the sunset outside was nice too. Once seated, we were promptly greeted by our server (Adler). The entire service he was so warm and friendly. He was super super amazing! Honestly, he was one of the best servers we've had in any restaurant in a LONG time! (We told him so!) My boyfriend ordered paella and my guest and I ordered Market Steak. We had a couple of appetizers as well. Because it was my birthday celebration, I got a chocolate cheesecake with a raspberry sorbet. Everything tasted top notch & heavenly! Part of what impressed me about this establishment was how all the servers helped one another. For example, we had finished an appetizer and another server saw the empty dishes and came by to pick them up. Our drinks were almost empty and yet another server asked if we wanted more. There was a lady who was serving the food so servers could focus on the dining room. This truly was an amazing experience!! Thank you!!! read more

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Food was amazing - tapas style and everything we had was amazing. We were visiting from out of town and made a reservation for the next night as well as we had friends coming in and wanted them to experience as well. Excellent gin list including a gin made with a local distillery that is available for purchase at the restaurant. Valet is complementary. read more

First, this is a beautifully designed space. Good and drinks were delicious, sangria Blanca and coconut daiquiri were great, with the later being the best. For food we had pan con tomate (and added Serrano, which is the way to go) and the cheese board (good ratio cheese/other ingredients). Endives (too much cheese, too little lettuce in my opinion... if you like whipped goat cheese, this is your dish). Shrimps, octopus and albóndigas were super good! And the churros were tasty!... Next time, want to try the paella Also you have to stop by the second floor and check out the art exhibits! read more

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We ordered the shrimp, burger, and squid Ink pasta. All were delicious, especially the pasta! Our service was great with a waiter that helped us find some of the spots to visit in St Louis. Make sure to check out the art exhibit upstairs too before you leave. Highly recommend! read more

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I really want to give this place a 4 stars but think it should've be a bit better. I will definitely try it again and re-review. The atmosphere and the service were all excellent. I just felt that the food was bland, especially my tortilla. The mojo rojo sauce had flavor but it wasn't in the tortilla just a bit on the sides. The fries that were side on the other 2 plates were good but overly salted. I would recommend this place if someone was from out of town. But this will not be my first choice of breakfast, especially since it should be better at the price point it is. read more

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We came here during graduation week and it was excellent. Tapas restaurant inside a funky hotel. Cocktails were delicious. We started with Serrano ham, sardines, olives, pan con to are with manchego cheese. All really good Tapas. We then had Patatas Bravas which were outstanding. We got shrimp ajiilo, octopus, empanadas, hen of the woods, and the seafood paella. All very good. We skipped dessert as no flan on menu. Service was friendly but a bit spotty. Street parking available. The hotel has a weird modern unisex bathroom. Not my preference. read more

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We tried the Albondigas (pork and beef meatballs, Spanish tomato sauce & manchego) and the Sobrasada Toast (orange, goat cheese, union loafers toast) as well as a few other dishes. The toast was recommended by our server and it was amazing. The server said it was his favorite item on the menu and it did not disappoint. This restaurant is also worth visiting just for the beautiful art in the 21c hotel. Don't forget to look at the museum before leaving! It was great. read more

IDOL WOLF - Albondigas and Sobrasada Toast - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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We were disappointed in our first visit to this place. Yes the ambiance is very nice but our service and food were meh. We started with the Caesar salad which was really good! Best part of our meal. Beef cheek empanadas were good, very rich and kinda small. They are served with 2 sauces on the side. (Cilantro and pepper) The sauces were good. We then had the paella. Presentation was great. There were at least 8 muscles that were tasty but the rest of the dish was soooo salty. I had 1 spoonful of paella and that was it. We ended up taking 2/3 of it home but I couldn't eat any of the leftovers either. Grace, our waitress, had asked us how we liked it and we were honest. All she said was she would pass it on to the chef. Then it seemed like she was in a hurry to get us out of there. I have read that people receive cotton candy as a dessert but we didn't- not sure why. I will give this place another go but won't be in a hurry to try it again. read more

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If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I would. We made reservations for dinner on Thanksgiving, showed up on time (a few minutes early is on time in my opinion), and were promptly seated. And that's all the service we got. Sitting down in a restaurant for nearly 30 minutes. No server stopped by to make introductions, provide a menu, or offer water. All the surrounding tables received service continuously. And these adjacent servers refused to make eye contact when we tried to grab their attention. We got up and asked to speak to the manager. The team member at the hostess desk made a facial expression I refuse to describe here - that's how awful it was. Eventually, Adder, the manager appeared and was not helpful at all. No apologies, no attempts to make things right, nothing. Thank you for ruining thanksgiving dinner for a couple who did not have the opportunity to travel to family this year. read more

This is a gorgeous restaurant. The ambiance can't be beat! The food was good! Not our favorite, but still fun to try their unique dishes. Amazing service! Worth a visit for a fun date night. read more

First time at 21c Hotel and Idol Wolf. Hotel is absolutely amazing and I heard such great things about the restaurant. Sadly, it was disappointing. Service & Ambiance We had a 8:30p reservation on a Friday night and got there 15min early to check-in. We waited for 20min AFTER 8:30p to be seated. An employee came over to inform us that the people at our table is taking longer and offered free drinks. Everything about the atmosphere was terrific! Service during our meal was OKAY. Nothing too much to say. Food The price did not match the quality and taste of the food. Our favorite dish was the appetizer, beautifully baked bread with fresh crush tomatoes and cheese on top. Everything was just simple OK. We got three tapas, meatballs, Argentina shrimp, and empanadas. Then we got the Paella which I was extremely excited for as a seafood lover. Flavor fell flat and didn't wow. The only thing about the dish was the well seasoned shrimp. Our shrimp sadly wasn't cooked all the way through. Overall, Idol Wolf is an amazing concept with great artisan drink that simply fell flat when it comes to great tasting food. I am on the fence to trying it again. read more

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I LOVED the pan con tomate. Ambience was lovely, service was great. Highly recommend the cocktail list.

This place is absolutely gorgeous. It feels like you're in a different city with the decor. The drinks are absolutely amazing especially the sangria. We ordered the whole menu and loved everything especially the tomato toast. Churros were out of this world and tasted like the ones I've had in Spain! The server was amazing and gave us tips on how to order because it is all tapas style. Would absolutely come back. read more

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