I've always had the best experiences at Billy G's. No matter how busy they are (& they're always…read morebusy!), they seat and serve you efficiently. During my last visit, I grabbed a table inside to enjoy their spinach salad (my fav) while my husband had wings and fries. Billy G's has a variety of options so you won't be left disappointed.

Came here for a late on a Sunday lunch after a failed attempt to order at two other places nearby…read more We were able to be seated outside quickly, but inside there was a 20-minute wait. We had a trainee as our waitress, who was just okay. Friendly enough but failed to inform us that food would take over 45 minutes after ordering due to large parties inside, and she failed to keep us informed during the wait. The more senior waitress waitress to our table was better after she realized what was happening. (We had two young children at our table who were getting hungry and restless!) Food was fine. I ordered the Cajun Benedict, which didn't taste particularly Cajun. I think it was just the andouille sausage that made it Cajun. The portion size was good, and it tasted fine. My kid ate a few slices of her pizza as well, which is a good sign. Overall, just an okay experience. I'd return but not going out of my way to do so.

Met some friends there for a celebration of life of a friend who passed in February. It's a bummer…read morewhen ppl you've known for over 50 yrs go long before you are ready to say goodbye. PJs is a Kirkwood hangout and has been around as long as I can remember. Good place to go for a tavern experience, and we are all Kirkwood people so we went there for that reason. Our server was very attentive. Some folks ordered lunch which looked pretty good. The dinner salads were huge... easily enough for 2! The potatoes skins were tasty (I broke down and had one though I wasn't hungry (we met at 2 and I had a late large breakfast) but the sandwiches looked good. Probably a good bar food place (burgers, etc) but definately a good watering hole! Located in old downtown Kirkwood by the train station. They also have a nice patio and outdoor sidewalk seating. Good place to hang out!

I've been coming to PJs since I was in elementary school, and while it's pretty good bar food and a…read moregood spot to watch the game, there's definitely a sense of tradition and consistency. This particular day I came with my mom and we sat in the back room, where they gave their biggest tv. It was football Sunday, so it's a good spot to post up and watch. The manager ended up having to take our order because they were short staffed. We appreciated her transparency for the wait, she was super kind. I ordered a deluxe pizza and my mom ordered the wings. The pizza is good, stl style. The crust is basic but the toppings were good and plentiful! Parking can be tough since it's in downtown Kirkwood, but there is a large lot next door with lots of spaces.

everything was wonderful..the server was very attentive, everything was served correctly, and the…read morefood was delicious

We decided to take dear old Dad to Circle 7 after seeing several positive photo reviews online. We…read morejoined the Yelp waitlist before leaving and started driving to the restaurant. We were 11th in line when we signed up, and by the time we arrived, we had moved up to 5th. Since it was raining, we decided to wait in the car. When we reached 3rd in line, we were unexpectedly removed from the waitlist. I tried calling the phone number listed on Yelp, which was the same number displayed on the building, but it went straight to what sounded like a personal cellphone voicemail. We decided to go inside anyway and discovered the waitlist wasn't necessary because there were plenty of tables available. The menu had a lot of interesting options, although I wish it included photos of the dishes. We ordered the Hawaiian Bowl, the Truffle Burger, and what I believe was the Blueberry Jam Burger, along with regular fries and sweet potato fries. The burgers were juicy and flavorful, and each bun was stamped with the Circle 7 branded logo, which was a nice touch. The Hawaiian Bowl was delicious and generously portioned. I had enough left over for another meal. The atmosphere is definitely more of a sports bar than a traditional restaurant. Every wall seemed to have multiple TVs, making it easy to watch the soccer matches from just about anywhere in the dining room. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and checked on us several times throughout the meal. Before leaving, we couldn't decide on just one dessert, so we ordered the dessert sampler. The cobbler was the standout--it tasted homemade, especially the crust, and all of the desserts were served with ice cream. The only disappointment was the brownie, which was quite hard instead of soft and fudgy. Overall, we enjoyed the food and the service. The only downside was the confusing Yelp waitlist experience, which could definitely use some improvement.

I appreciate Mike Duffys' variety of appetizers, excellent meatloaf, and steak salad…read more I appreciate the friendly, efficient, hardworking service staff and management. I appreciate the St. Louis-style pizza that's orders of magnitude better than the trash you get from Imo's. I appreciate the beer specials and selection of rotating local drafts. I appreciate the "neighborhood bar" atmosphere. I appreciate Ron DeSantis, Curious George, and a certain garage. I appreciate one of the best trivia nights in the city, week in and week out. I appreciate it even more because there are 20 questions per round, always have been, and always will be. I appreciate the loyalty rewards that regularly take money off my bill. I appreciate the year-round St. Patrick's Day decor. I appreciate the comfort of a heated patio on cold winter nights. And, of course, I appreciate Susie, the best bartender in STL!

We needed dinner a little later and Mike Duffy's was open till 10:00, I think we go there around…read more8:30ish. There is a mannequin right at the front entrance that made me do a double take, it advertises their merchandise. I kept thinking it was a person. We were greeted and seated right away, the girl that sat us ended up as our waitress, too. She was super friendly and answered questions with a smile. I ordered a salad and chili both with no cheese. Got a boneless chicken appetizer with their sauce, the were ok, the sauce was good and the ranch was good. Salad was good, I ordered the ranch and the Italian and they Italian was good, too. The chili had a good flavor; it was a little thick but good. Service was good and quick, it was a bar like atmosphere, I would go back just based on good salad dressing!

This was one of my favorite places to go to in STL for vegan brunch. And it was easy to bring…read morenon-vegans because of their flex menu. I could get vegan eggs and vegan bacon, and my friends could get their chicken eggs and turkey bacon. My favorites here were the vegan milkshakes, pancakes, vegan bacon, brussels sprouts, and the shrimp po'boy. Unfortunately, I'm speaking of them in past tense because as of tonight, 09May, they have permanently closed. My family and I were some of the very last customers. They were out of all my favorites, so it was extra sad for me. I ended up trying the tacos for the first time. They were cool. But I'm surely going miss my favorites! The owners also own Frida's and Diego's, off Delmar and North & South. I personally don't care for the food at either one, but rumor has it, they might bring some of the Station No 3 favs over to one of these restaurants (which are right next door to each other).

Burnt ends were the highlight for sure, you must order these if you go! My group got the burrito…read morebowl, kale salad, bacon and avocado wrap, vegetable chowder, potato skins, burnt ends, and popcorn chicken. It's a great place to go with your vegan friends as there are many options for vegans and non vegans alike. It's counter service or order from a QR code at your table. They also seem to have a full bar. There was a Wednesday happy hour when we were there $9 old fashioned and potato skins. All and all it was pretty good but I would have liked to see some healthier options that weren't salad, like more fresh veggies in dishes.

So...I just had the best dinner with my dad at this restaurant. We actually stumbled into this…read moreplace solely because Olive + Oak didn't have any bar seats open for us, but honestly, I am so glad it happened that way! We were seated with our wonderful server, Nina (I believe). She was friendly, chatty, and very knowledgeable about the menu and restaurant itself. My dad and I started with drinks off the cocktail menu...I got a spicy marg (I don't remember the exact name), and he got a traditional margarita. My spicy marg was fabulous! It had a little heat, but it wasn't overwhelming. My dad unfortunately had a mix-up with his drink, but once we let Nina know, she happily made him the right one. It was also delicious! For food, we had the chicken wings, which were incredible!!!! They're crispy, spicy, delicious, and they will absolutely be devoured again someday soon. We also had a house side salad and split the hot dog. The hot dog deserves an entire post of its own. Holy smokes. It is crunchy, smoky, juicy, sweet, deliciousness....if you are a hot dog fan, you HAVE to try this. I will absolutely be back to try their french onion soup and grilled cheese on a cooler day. That's a threat and a promise.

I really enjoy visiting Perennial on Lockwood, and I'm so glad my friends and I planned a happy…read morehour there a few weeks ago! I was honestly surprised at how busy it was when we arrived at 4pm on a Thursday. I wasn't expecting that kind of crowd, but thankfully I had made a reservation, so we were able to get seated right away. As much as I would've loved to sit on the patio, it didn't look like anything was available, although if you can snag a patio table, I'd definitely recommend it. Inside was packed, with quite a few larger groups as well. Our table was right in the middle of the restaurant, so we had a good view of everything going on. It was loud, but in a fun, lively way. Our server was really friendly and quick. She checked in on us often and gave some helpful recommendations. We ordered drinks and a couple of apps to share, and she left us a full bottle of cold water, which was such a nice touch. We got the pretzel monkey bread, french fries (the best) and the artichoke bean dip. We weren't planning to stay for dinner, just wanted some snacks. The food came out fast and honestly looked too good to wait on. I loved the monkey bread, the pretzel bites had a great crisp to them, and the sauces they served with it were really good. The bean dip was good too, just not as much my thing since I'm not a big fan of dill, so I left most of that for everyone else. Once we wrapped up, we were able to split the check and head out pretty quickly. I really appreciate places that still make it easy to split checks, and even more when you can just pay right at the table with those handheld POS devices.

After living in the area for nearly 20 years, we finally stopped by Sunset 44 while hunting for new…read moredinner spots to visit with friends near Ballwin. It turns out we've been driving past a Kirkwood treasure all this time. This is "upscale-casual" at its finest--professional and refined, but with a neighborhood heart. Service & Logistics The service here is exceptionally polished. From the friendly hosts to our knowledgeable server, everything ran like clockwork. We even had a visit from a gentleman I presume was the owner (likely Bob, who has been at the helm for decades). He didn't just "check-in"--he saw we needed a few items and personally took care of it. Pro Tips: * Reservations: Don't look for them on OpenTable. They use their own dedicated form on their website, which is simple and efficient. * Wednesday Wine: If you can, visit on a Wednesday. They offer half-priced wine bottles with your meal--a fantastic value for their extensive collection. Cocktails & Drinks The bar program here is excellent, and the bartender was friendly and engaging. * White Negroni (4.5/5): Though they may not have had Suze (the drink wasn't perfectly clear), the bartender absolutely nailed the flavor profile and balance. * Barrel-Finished Manhattan (4.5/5): Their use of an in-house barrel finish makes this classically executed cocktail a real standout--highly recommended for whiskey lovers. * Wine: They have an awesome selection. Definitely ask your server for recommendations! The Food: American Fare with a Global Twist * House Salad (4.5/5): You have to try their house dressing--it's a creamy garlic style that reminds me of the classic Mayfair Hotel dressing. It's incredibly tasty and a true St. Louis staple. * Blackened Grouper (4.5/5): As someone who loves Florida grouper, this hit the mark. Lightly blackened with a fresh mango salsa; vibrant and perfectly executed. * Rainbow Trout (4.25/5): The orange tarragon cream sauce is the star. It was perfectly balanced--enough to enhance the fish and rice without being "soupy." * Pilot House Chicken (4.5/5): A delicious, well-seasoned chicken breast. Savory, juicy, and very well-prepared. * Extras (5/5): They start you with lavash crackers and butter, and the hot, fresh rolls are dangerous. They even finish the night with powdered sugar cookies--a classic Sunset 44 touch. Dessert * S'more Cheesecake & Chocolate Martini (4.5/5): We opted for this beautifully executed, unique dessert. It was yummy on its own, but ordering a Chocolate Martini to accompany it was the perfect move. The Vibe: It definitely skews toward a more mature, quiet crowd. It's the perfect place if you actually want to hear the people you're dining with.

We arrived after Mass on Easter Sunday for Lunch. Christine was our waiter and she was very…read morepleasant. She took our drink orders as we arrived in an unusual haphazard order. She took the children's food orders first as the adults examined the menu. I ordered the Pork schnitzel and I was so happy I did when it was delivered! My daughter ordered crab cakes. My son in law got the Filet Mignon medium rare. The schnitzel was served with sweet & sour purple cabbage, a potato pancake, a white sauce, poached egg and marinara sauce! It was German food with marinara. Lord, it was good. A great meal on an Easter Sunday. I will return.

Good service, food was good. Mashed potatoes were delicious. They were out of Riesling, Strawberry…read morelemon drop Martini was mid, a little too tart. Nice location for dinner or a special occasion. Waitress was polite. Would visit again.

Went here before going to a play for brunch. This place is huge! It does not look that big from…read moreoutside. I had a reservation so we were seated right away. Service was okay but not great! It took a while for the waitress to acknowledge us. I ordered a coffee and the chicken and waffles. Chicken and waffles were okay but needed more syrup or hot honey with them. I would have asked for more but the waitress never came back to check on us after the food came. Coffee was okay, but I wasn't offered a refill until we were done with our meal and getting our checks. $3.50 for 1 cup of black coffee is a bit much. When we got our check, we had to wait a while for the waitress to come back to split it for us, I always find it strange when they don't ask. Overall not a great or awful experience but I have def had better.

Stopped in during a Route 66 car show the place was packed but the service was spot on! Burgers…read morewere so good.

This is a great bar restaurant. The burgers are really good, as are the chef salads, and other…read moresandwiches. I love the seasoned fries and onion rings. Really good service and plenty of screens to watch sports. 2 thumbs up!

Lovely ambience, delicious food and warm friendly service…read more If you are a fan of Old School Diners, but want fresh locally sourced food, Spencer's is the ticket! East at the counter or in a booth. You will be thrown back in time when good simple food tasted great, not like the junk fast food restaurants peddle. Support this wonderful trip back in time, in the heart of Kirkwood. Note: Hey Spencer's I just drove by, can you put a neon OPEN sign in the window? It's hard to tell you're open.

It's odd that I have done the entire Route 66, ate at a lot of the legendary places on the Mother…read moreRoad, and haven't eaten here until recently. To be fair, I've always heard and read about this place closing and changing hands frequently. But I did get to finally experience Spencer's. They do have limited hours (closes at 2pm) but I'm sure it is for the right reasons. In other words, open only during breakfast and lunch. I should've gotten breakfast but it was lunch time at the time of my visit so I got the Oklahoma Burger, which was supposed to be onions galore. It was alright. Not a fan of breaded fries. But hey, the service was great and I got to see my food cooked right in front of me. Kirkwood is not really a Route 66 destination or stop, but if you do find yourself there - make this place a priority!