Spectrum Record Lounge is one of those spots you walk into and immediately think, "Alright... they…read moreknow what they're doing here." We came in during the early afternoon, so no live music yet, but the setup makes it pretty clear the place probably gets even more lively once the bands start up. Their selection is impressive, and the owner really does know his music, not just the usual stuff you can find anywhere, but the oddball, harder-to-find artists too. I asked about something pretty specific, and he didn't hesitate to order it for me. They've also got a bar, which is a nice touch. We didn't grab a drink this time, but I can easily see myself coming back, sitting down with a drink, and enjoying whatever they've got playing. Overall, it's a well-thought-out, genuinely enjoyable place to spend some time.

Awesome small business near the riverwalk. You can browse the wide selection of vinyl and a drink…read moreto discuss music. great fun!

Can a dive bar be cute? If so, The Lounge is a cute dive bar…read more It is simply decorated, compact in size and a welcoming atmosphere. I discovered, The Lounge because I arrived super early for a wine tasting at another business in the plaza. My friend and I were immediately won over, when we saw the bar dog. Her name is, Lucy. I liked that the front window is tinted so you cannot see in, but once inside you can clearly see the outside. If you like to play slots while you sip your inexpensive cocktail, The Lounge has about 4 or 6 machines for you to play. If you do, good luck. Best of all, the drinks are super affordable aka "cheap". The bartender was friendly to us being newcomers. Seeing the rest of the patrons at the bar and every stool was full, you could tell they were regulars at this neighborhood watering hole. If I'm ever back in the area, I'd definitely stop by for a cocktail.

I happened on this spot when visiting a shop in the same shopping plaza. This has to be one of the…read morecleanest dive bars I've ever been in. There is a generously sized bar and with a few high top tables along the side wall. There are several slot machines if you're interested in trying your luck! The bar offers your standard fare of beer, wine, mixed drinks and shots. They offer a few prepackaged snacks including chips and nuts. We were able to order a small pizza. They offer the Dog Town frozen pizzas. These are among my favorite pizzas. And it paired well with the ice cold beer. Our bartender was friendly and made sure we were taken care of.

Food was very good and love the social Plates concept. Set…read moreice was impeccable and great ambiance for any type of event.

$26 for a charcuterie board with BOLOGNA on it. I could have died when I saw it come out. The meat…read morewas cheap and awful. Like I cannot stress enough that I paid $26 for a charcuterie board with bologna on it. The most decrepit of lunch meats placed in front of me. Lunch meat charcuterie meat. All ingredients found at the Family Dollar. I could have made 4 of these boards for the same $26 that got me a few slices of bologna. I'm going to think about this in anger for the rest of my life. Great service though.

If you expect polite service do not come here. The mid length hair girl, (not the short one) expect…read morerude service no matter how dead they are as nobody comes here. Kinda shows why as soon as you walk in there's 5 men in their late 60's. I don't know if they're aiming for better business or not but they're absolutely failing. Expect even your dd to get Id'd at the pool table let alone the 19 year old kid you pulled up with ordering a drink cause ig dudes okay. If you wanna come here be sure to expect the lightest of drinks poured

As soon I walked in I was AMAZED with how beautiful the place was. The fish tank, how friendly the…read morebartenders were, the paintings... Then I started hanging out playing a game of bags when I realized I couldn't even hear myself think. Their mix drinks were very tiny but the bartenders did a great job walking around picking up empty drinks and asking if anyone needed anything. I will change my stars if they decided to lower the music... Dive bar? Arcade? Night Club? Disappointing

Saturdays are for cocktails! Just swung by Silk Road in the CWE for a cocktail aka the Central West…read moreEnd's very own neon shrine to pink and purple lighting (your Instagram feed will thank you). The vibe is disco unicorn and above ground speakeasy eloped and had a cocktail baby. Drinks are flowing, guests are chatting and seating is cozy. Plus, it shares the same half-block aura as Pagan Wine Bar, which is another favorite! Make sure you check the spot out!

I was so excited to check this place out and was surprised to find that it's an extension of the…read morerenowned Pagan Bar. We got there around 11 and there were still quite a few seats left. My party sat on the small couch and two chairs closest to the doors. The ambiance and lighting were the same, but the vibe felt a bit elevated. Maybe because of the music being played? After browsing the menu, the guy came over to take our drinks. I went with Pele the fire God. I was ecstatic because finding a drink with passion fruit in Stl is like finding the golden ticket! It's a rare treat but when you find it, it's worth it! It came out super fast and was a bit more frothy than I would have liked. In fact, I felt like there was more froth than alcohol but the little I did get made it worth it. For my second drink I went with the limoncello spritz but got it with sprite instead of club sodas. For the record, I've only had a couple spritzes in my life but i really enjoyed this one. It was light, refreshing, and def a cocktail to sip, sit back and enjoy. Everyone in my party was laughing and having a great time. The service was outstanding and the drinks were equally matched. Fair warning there's only one restroom, so hydrate accordingly!

We decided to venture to the Casino (we aren't gamblers) since this looked like a good option for…read morecocktails for my wife's birthday. The room is decent sized for larger groups or couples. Seating is nice and we chose a table next to the window to people watch (the Casino entry is right across from this place) The server was great and super friendly/chatty, we started with drinks and an appetizer while we pondered our next move. Upon looking at the menu, at some point we decided just to stay here for dinner instead of leaving to go somewhere else. Goood choice!! The food was pricey ( it's the menu from Bugattis next door), but wonderful. I had the lamb chops, which were possibly the best prepared lamb I've ever had! My spouse had the Sea Bass and absolutely loved it. This place is expensive, but as a special occasion spot, the food and service were both on point.

This is a quaint bar to pop in before or after the casino and they serve the food from Bugatti's!…read more The steaks here are the absolute best and the cocktails are amazing! They make a smoked old fashioned and it's to die for! I'm not even a big old fashioned fan, but I would order one fo these!!!

I walked into Driftwood Lounge expecting a full on dive bar experience, and they delivered. This is…read morenot the place to go if you are looking for mood lighting, artisanal coasters, or a bartender who calls you "sir" unironically. And honestly it works. The locals greeted me like I'd just come back from a long trip instead of walking in for the first time. Either they're incredibly friendly or they thought I needed supervision. Either way, solid welcome. Service was minimal in the best possible way. No hovering, life story, or unnecessary check-ins. Just quick, friendly, and efficient, like they understood I came to eat, not start a long term relationship. Now here's where things take a turn: the food has no business being this good. I ordered the Southside Supreme Pizza, and I'm still trying to figure out how a place that looks like it could host a darts league championship is casually putting out world class pizza. I've had pizza from all over the world and this place can hold its own. Thin, perfectly crispy crust, fresh ingredients, and enough cheese to make you question your priorities but not your choices. It's like the pizza didn't get the memo about where it was being served. So yeah, I give it 5 stars. Come for the dive bar charm, stay because the food quietly outperforms half of the "fancy" places that make you wait 45 minutes for a table and then serve you a disappointment on a wooden board. I'll definitely be back. Next time I might even try to look like I belong.

Really high-end bar food. The menu is quite large and everything is good. The servers are all…read morefriendly and attentive.

everything was VERY good, VERY good service, felt VERY mellow & loved all of the license plates.read more

Great atmosphere, very friendly staff providing excellent service--very good food and reasonably…read morepriced drinks! The new owners have done a remarkable make-over of this locally historic place! The new menu has many options and everything we've tried has been excellent!

Attended an early Christmas dinner here for work. The waitress was great for a table of 14 guests…read more The drinks came out quickly, but appetizers took a long time. Once the appetizers arrived, they were all very good. We had a variety. Food also took a long time, but I will say they were very busy. Once the food came out, everything was good. I had a filet, medium, with asparagus and a house salad. The house dressing had great flavor. The steak was overcooked, but had a nice flavor to it, just a little dry. For dessert I had a slice of peanut butter pie to go, and it was delicious.

Decided to try this restaurant for my bday dinner. I didn't know what to expect after hearing there…read morewere horses there. It was pretty amazing. The environment of the house was very nice. Upscale white table clothes. The waitstaff was very busy but also attentive. Having a gluten free person, we asked many questions about food options. She was very helpful on getting us the best options. The martinis were great. Once the food started rolling out of the kitchen, we were very impressed. The wings and crab stuffed shrimp for apps were very good. We all had different salads before our meals. The wedge salad was huge even at a half order. The steaks were perfect, the shrimp was amazing, and the chicken Jerusalem was out of this world! All the sides from the Brussels, asparagus, potatoes and fries were all delicious. We have spent more money on food that was not this delicious. Highly recommend we will be back!

My friend spilled her drink and they gave her another one. Had to give a positive review:)read more

Okay atmosphere but sh!t service. Bartender was rude and tried pouring me a drink I'm allergic too…read more he xaught an attitude when I tried to point out the ingredients on the bottle. Only decent thing was the Bloody Mary's years ago and I've had better at John Browns. Place has gone way down hill. *pun not intended*