Little Lucy is an up-scale diner located in the Grove in the old Beast Craft location. Located directly next door is Lucy Quinn. It's the Grove so do what you will with the parking situation. Walk-in always welcomed, that's the only way we roll. The inside is chill and relax, low key with good music playing. We have sat in the diner section a couple of times. Our first visit our waitress was AMAZING!!! She was extremely attentive and spot on with her recommendations. It was late on a Saturday night and we sat at high top table. We ordered the collards and artichoke dip, crispy brussels sprouts, potato wedges, LL cheeseburger and the Nashville hot catfish po'boy. EVEYTHING was a WINNER. The collards and artichoke dip along with the catfish po'boy were the stars of the show and became the BF's and I favorite staples. But DON'T SLEEP on the LL cheeseburger. A double smash burger packed with flavor and juicy, that is accompanied by american cheese, tomato jam and aioli. This burger is not to be missed. We didn't get a chance to eat the potato wedges while there so we took them home and I re-heated them the next day, expecting to be disappointed in reheated potatoes but there is something different about the way they make these potato wedges. They re-heat PERFECTLY in the toaster oven like NEW and are absolutely delicious!!! We noticed that after that first time our waitress no longer worked there and we had this guy who could care less. We discovered why he could care less. They automatically started implementing a 18% gratuity on all checks so our waiter was getting tipped no matter if he performed or not. And let me tell you he sucked. Our food was coming out before our cocktails which we ordered way in advance and he would go missing for long periods of time and our food wasn't the same quality as we once experienced. So now when we go we ONLY sit at the bar. I prefer my 18% gratuity and more go directly to our bartender who cares about our service and experience. The BF and I really enjoy Little Lucy. The cocktails are phenomenal!!! The bartenders really know what they are doing and can craft something extremely mind-blowing and delicious. The cocktails on the menu are equally OUTSTANDING!!! We have veered off our regular go-to's to discover more options like the honey hot wings which were just ok, they were under seasoned and not extra crispy as requested. The toasted ravioli is a hidden gem on the menu, which is served in a bechamel sauce with cajun spices and topped with green onions. Apparently it is referred to as stoner food. I don't care what they call but it's GREAT!!!! A truly unique way to serve toasted ravioli. A must try that I haven't talked about is the collard and artichoke dip that is served with Alabama crackers. Pro tip, always ask for extra crackers. I knew this was dish was deadly when they said collard. It is so creamy and thick. I would purchase this in large quantities and pas it off as my own. It hits the spot EVERYTIME!!! A new favorite that I order in-house and to-go is the smoked brisket sandwich, served with peppers, onions, pepper jack queso and cajun spices on a hoagie. This sandwich packs a powerful punch and the way they shave the brisket ever so thinly like a cheesesteak and layer the toppings. ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT!!!! We are still working our way through the menu as you can see. read more

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Very, very cutesy, quaint restaurant. When my friend and I arrived, it was open seating at the time, so we just grabbed some bar seats in front of the kitchen area bc all the tables were sewed up. The space is pretty tiny. There are only about 12 to 13 seating options, with only about 5 or 6 of them being non-bar height options. Nikki was our server; she was awesome, helpful & attentive! Everything is a la carte. Boooooooo! Lol. I'm not a huge fan of restaurants that serve a la carte. But whatevs. I started with the Charleston drink. It was good and strong; came out in a fancy box w a lil smoke. It was semi dramatic, lol. We decided to order the collards and spinach artichoke dip to start with. It was good. It gave spinach and artichoke dip for the most part. The seasoned saltine crackers that accompanied that were not my favorite, but not the worst, & we had to ask for more to finish the dip (we were unexpectedly charged for them -_____-). I wish it was pita bread or pita chips instead, but I guess the crackers are Lucy's special touch. We finally decide on food; she got the catfish po boy, I got the brisket sandwich. She said her sandwich was FIRE but I didn't try it so I can't speak to that unfortunately. My brisket sandwich was ok; it had queso on it and it was kinda cold which was wack. The sandwich was a decent size for sure, I just could have went for a different bread personally. The ciabatta bread overpowered the actual meat. I asked for bbq sauce to dip and eat pieces of the brisket. I want to come back and try the Brussels and catfish po boy myself. read more

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Super cute spot! Pink lights and theme on the interior. Great menu. We stopped in for coffee and beignets and it hit the spot. Love the vibe and the staff is fantastic, highly recommend! read more

Little Lucy - Beignets and cold brew - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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We kicked off the evening at Little Lucy, the diner-meets-cocktail-bar brainchild of a two-restaurant concept in the Grove, and naturally, we had to try both. Because who just eats at one place when you can aggressively commit to 2 places? At Little Lucy, I ordered The Charleston, which is their smoked old-fashioned, and yes, it comes with a whole dramatic tableside smoke show. It's like dinner theater but with bourbon. It tasted like a campfire if that campfire also happened to major in mixology. Alongside it, we got the collard greens and artichoke dip, which was creamy and earthy. Loved it?! Apps/drinks at Little Lucy. Dinner at Lucy Quinn. Be strategic! read more

Little Lucy - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Little Lucy is new to The Grove and I feel it's a great addition. The menu has options that you won't see on the surrounding blocks. We tried several dishes: smoked brisket, catfish po boy, chicken sandwich (my favorite bc of the seasoning), chicken and dumplings, and crispy turkey legs. If you're not into sauce or foods mixing, consider asking for the sauce and/ or coleslaw to be on the side. read more

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Came across Little Lucy in my attempt to kill time before an appointment. Let's get into it... at the entry there is a small bar area with neon light signage setting the vibe for a good meal. I indulged in the collard artichoke dip with Alabama crackers, fire! Pun intended. Cleansed my pallet with a glass of conundrum, red blend. I didn't stay for a full meal, but will be back to try more of the menu. I was very pleased with the service. The current hours are 11am - 1:30am. Stop by and bring a friend! read more

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Little Lucy NEEDS to be at the top of your list to try! The casual little sister to Chef Ben Welch's new restaurant Lucy Quinn is the perfect spot for every occasion! They have a great vibe, delicious drinks, and incredible food! My favs: Collard & Artichoke Dip Potato Wedges Crispy Smoked Turkey Leg LL Cheeseburger Fried Green Tomato Grilled Cheese (it's so messy but soooo good!) Walk-ins Welcome. Small Lot (with handicap spaces) and street parking. read more

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Awesome concept! The design of the space with the mix of cocktail bar, dining tables and bar dining at the open kitchen fills out the space nicely. Service was great! Music was just enough to fill the background but not too loud. This kept the vibe appropriate for conversations to be had with an upbeat touch. The collard Artichoke Dip was amazing. Those garlic crackers with a hint of heat were the best accompaniment. The beignets...well, they need a bit of work. Hollow on the inside which takes away from the dessert. Very much looking forward to trying other menu options and to get next door to Lucy Quinn. read more

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My friend and I came here after seeing it promoted by infuencers on our Facebook Timelines. There is street parking as well as a small lot with restaurant dedicated parking. We were seated right away and ordered drinks. My friend had the Southern Hospitality, a non-alcoholic beverage and I had the Auntie's Cobbler which had a lot of ice in it. For our entrees, I ordered a brisket sandwich that seemed to really be a cheesesteak sandwich without the cheese and peppers. It tasted kind of sour. With our seating by the kitchen, you could see everything that was being cooked and how it was cooked. Both of our entrees were a bit too salty and carried too much of a smokey flavor (more than my usual taste). I could not pinpoint what weird flavoring was on the potato wedges, but I wasn't digging it and felt it was overpriced for what you receive. read more

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Had been to The Vandy and needed food before we headed home....Little Lucy was the answer!! We sat at the counter by the kitchen - fun spot. The service was spot on and the food was really good!! I had Fried Chicken Thigh sandwich and my husband had the LL Cheeseburger and we both would order the same again. read more

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Little Lucy was such a cool vibe! The pink neon does not disappoint. I loved all the seating areas including the booths in the middle. We were seated right away and our waitress was so kind and welcoming! The menu was on the pricier side with sandwiches coming alone, no sides. The drink we got was the Pool Punch and it was delish. All of the food hit the mark, we got the brisket and rib sandwich with coleslaw and the bacon. Will be coming back!! read more

Food was amazing. I loved the green tomato grilled cheese and their lentil burger. The lentil burger has a nice tomato taste that was unexpected. The order was made to go and served hot when I got it. They have a fill bar and some seating in the back of restaurant. Will definitely be back. Street parking and small parking lot available. Recommended. read more

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No food, we hacked a $25 cover charge at Atomic, got a bottle of wine and sat on the patio here to complete our evening in the Grove. Lovely patio, it was great weather I'm so excited for summer. We did review the menu, and Little Lucy has now been added to the list of places to try. We only interacted briefly with the bartenders, but everyone was so nice. Looking forward to coming back! read more

While attending an event on Sunday morning some friends and I were discussing good burgers because I needed some new options. My friend Bob and I are trying to find the best burger in St. Louis. All the usual suspects were mentioned and then a voice next to me who was quiet until now asked "have you tried Little Lucy?". She went on to explain that the burger there was amazing and that the tomato jam and aioli was perfect on it. Bob is a purist and doesn't like anything on his burger but it was a new place fairly close to us (we go during the week when he's in town. I work so we haven't traveled too far from 44/Clifton Heights area so I can pick him up, eat and go home in a relatively quick time.). We arrived a little after 11 which means I could take pictures and we had our pick of seats. We were immediately greeted by the front bartender (whose name was lovely but I've forgotten it. I wrote it down when I got to the car so I wouldn't forget but I lost the paper. This is my busy time of year so I apologize.). Bob is an 89yr old charmer and he mentioned that Charlie Brown should be here (because of the Lucy in the name) to which the bartender said something about a football. She got the reference and Bob felt great. I believe this is why we sat up front. Sitting up front must've been a nightmare for her. She had to walk all the way around the bar and through the kitchen to get to us. It was bright and VERY clean. And not just - well we were the first in that day clean - but clean like even at the end of the day the place would be clean. Hope that makes sense. Bob ordered the cheeseburger plain (of course). I was going to order one too but I was intrigued by the Fried Green Tomato and Grilled Cheese. We also got some potato wedges because Bob loves fries with his burger. Sadly he was not a fan of the wedges. Neither one of us are fans of seasoned fries. It didn't say they were seasoned on the menu but the menu did mention the garlic aioli and that was super good. The last burger we had gone out for was the best... until now. When I take Bob out for burgers and ask him what he thinks about the burger he always says "this is the best". Always a kind word. But I know what to look for when Bob eats his burger. Just 3 things. Does he talk while eating his burger? Does he drink a lot of his diet coke? How much of his burger does he eat? Now I had to be smart, this was a double cheeseburger and since Bob doesn't eat a ton, odds are that more than 1/2 would still be sitting there when he was "finished". My sandwich came with a knife to cut it in half. Sooooo messy. I think there may have been too much pimento cheese on it. It's so rich. I was also a little disappointed to have only 2 small pieces of tomato on it but I get it, it's hard to fit round tomatoes on square bread. I could only eat half and that was almost too much for me. However, I had time to think about my sandwich because Bob wasn't talking or even drinking his diet coke for that matter. And he had already eaten 1/2 of his double cheeseburger before I finished half of mine. Wow! He also wanted to get his gf Libby a burger but I know she loves fries green tomatoes so we went with a few of those. Bob ALSO decided she needed a piece of Lemon Icebox Pie and I did too. (I gotta say, the pie tasted more like Key Lime Cheesecake. Not complaining but honestly it was giving off box cheesecake vibes.) His gf was at home so we got hers to go. We were wrapping up my 1/2 sandwich and the potato wedges (Those tasted great in scrambled eggs the next morning.) And I was getting ready to ask Bob if he wanted to wrap up his burger but there was only 2 bites left. I stood up, paid the bill and asked Bob if he was ready to go. He looked at his leftover burger and took another bite and then another. He almost ate it all!!! And this was a double!! We walked out and Bob said it was the best burger so far and I knew that this time he were right. Because of this burger I'm giving it a 5 star rating. I'll be back to try that burger. read more

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Food!!! Food!! Atmosphere!! Attentive All a Yes!! Going to little Lucy as a drop in late lunch this place sis not disappoint! Both of us had a tripe sandwich with a side of fries ( pictured) tripe was crispy fresh and seasoned and a very generous portion served on "toasted" Texas toast took half home and placed in the Airfryer next day and when I tell you flavors sink in even more! I'll be back ! Took home the brisket sandwich delicious tender as well ..my only thing I wish the fries were cut down some cause they were supa thicc making them not very soft inside ... flavor wise everything was great that would be the only down point.... read more

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Ambiance was nice, but food was not good for the price. Leather turkey legs were served. read more

Little Lucy - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Really friendly atmosphere with great service...oh and the food was !!! If you need help deciding what to order the waitstaff is very knowledgeable and can help you decide. I had a tiny drink but it was perfectly made. read more

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The flavor of this food is amazing, and all homemade with unique flavor throughout each dish. One bite of the chicken and dumplings and you'll know you are home. Sooo good! Our favorite was the poboy but all of our food was amazing and Large portions! Great vibe, great service , looking forward to going back for the fried chicken sanni. Little lucy will not disappoint. read more

We went and checked out Little Lucy for the first time and thankfully I went with a couple of people so we could try a couple of things. First, the place is so cute. The lighting was different... With a lot of neon pink colors, but it absolutely went with the space. It's not really big on the bar side so if you're wanting a huge party to come, you may want to consider maybe going to the restaurant side which I think is called Lucy Quinn. All the drinks were absolutely amazing, but I love a good dramatic drink so the Charleston was on the top of my list. The food was also absolutely awesome. We had the toasted ravioli, which was something I've never tasted made that way, so it was a pleasant surprise. We also have the collard greens and artichoke dip which was absolutely delectable. And I had a crispy smoked turkey leg. That absolutely made me emotional lol. The service was top-notch. Our waitress was very attentive and made sure that drinks were brought out promptly food was brought out hot, and often checked in on us. I will absolutely be back because there's so many more things on the menu that I would like to try. read more

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Vibes were super cute. I love the art work. Our waiter is as amazing. The dip was great, and the candied bacon. I was full from those two. I took some bites of my brisket sandwich. I would say it needs some seasoning. read more

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Ambiance was so cute and vibrant !! I love the pink glow backdrop along with the pink menus and seating. Staff were all friendly and welcoming! I ordered the Nashville hot catfish po boy and it was delicious not as hot as I expected but it tasted really good! The wedges with queso were good just with the queso had a little more "kick" to it. My date ordered the fried bologna sandwich and was very impressed with the taste and the thick cut of the bologna. My drink of choice was the Jean Lafitte which was perfectly made if you like sweet cocktails. The Charleston drink was served smoked which was really cool upon presentation and drink was good as well. I will definitely be back!! Great experience overall! read more

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It was decent I liked the sauce they put on the turkey and the seasoning. And the sauce they paired with the potato wedges was really good. Wish there were more items on the menu and a bigger space for more booth tables. read more

Little Lucy - Crispy smoked Turkey leg and potato wedges. - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

I brought my grandpa to try their roasted chicken and dumplings. We lost my Granny 2 years ago and he's been home a lot so I brought him out to have his favorite dish and he really enjoyed it. He said it was a little tangy but he ate it up! Very good read more

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Everything was Great, I truly enjoyed it an Everything about it. The food was on point, except the potatoe wedges

Interesting southern menu that is open late night even during the week, which is nice for a nightlife neighborhood like The Grove. Interior is welcoming with neon lighting, booths and bar stools. We loved the poboy and LL cheeseburger, but my main concerns were an 18% gratuity automatically added to the bill in a bid to get customers to help furnish payroll for this business. The appetizers were priced similarly to the entrees. read more

Little Lucy - Dining Room - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Super cute space. Service was awesome. Food super flavorful and well crafted. Loved it. Great drinks too

Elevated "country cooking/soul food" kinda vibe. Very nice cocktails, they have a good bar, and good table service. They have a really great fried chicken sandwich, I really like the chicken and dumplings as an appetizer, the potatos are great (sort of home fries like, also kind of patatas bravas with an aioli) I like this place quite a bit and will be back! read more

I went here with a co worker and we both enjoyed the food. The artichoke and collard green dip was really good. I started dipping the potato wedges into the dip. The sauce for the potato wedges wasn't anything special. The toasted ravioli was good, but the sauce does make it a little soggy after a while. I enjoyed the catfish po boy, but I wish had more toppings. My co worker is from Texas and said the brisket sandwich was good. Overall great food and I will be back. read more

Little Lucy - Collard green and artichoke dip, brisket sandwich, catfish po boy, potato wedges and toasted ravioli. - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

The ambiance was welcoming and laid back! The server made sure we were good on everything the entire visit! The food was delicious! I had the smoked catfish hash brown! It was a different dish! Not what I'm used to, but it definitely got me wanting more! Very delicious and the charred lemon makes it even better! The devil eggs were delicious and creamy! The potato wedges were perfectly seasoned! I wish the lunch menu could've been available! Hopefully it'll be available when I come back! read more

Little Lucy - Beautiful wall art! - Diners Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

The service was good and the food was great! The ambiance was very pleasant and easy on the eyes. Loved the color scheme.

2 Dry burnt brisket sandwiches and wedges a coke and water cost me 68 bucks, they added 18 % gratuity to my ticket for a party of two. The food was not good at all. I don't recommend eating here. I will not return. read more

Came in at 3pm on a Sunday and it was busier than I expected. Service was great. Had catfish poboy and a few cocktails. Everything was really good: flavorful and well prepared. The turkey leg looked popular. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. read more

great ambiance, food and customer service! recommend this spot especially if your new to St Luis !

Was traveling from NC headed to Colorado. Decided to Stop in St. Louis and get dinner. We had a great experience. The server and bartender was very accommoding, not only was Sweet , kind people as well. Every dish we had was delicious. Was very clean and the ambiance comforting. read more

Excellent cocktails made by superb bartenders and great food! Get the roasted brussel sprouts!

This is my favorite new restaurant! Atmosphere is amazing. Service is the top. Food and cocktails yummy!

Amazing service and awesome food. Randy was great and recommended the adding bacon to the fried green tomato grilled cheese. Phenomenal. Check this place out if you are in the area! read more

So excited about this new addition to The Grove! We popped in last night for dinner and could not have been more pleased. It is a darling space--very cozy. (Please read between the lines here--yes, cozy means small. There is not really seating inside for more than 4 people in a group--but there are larger tables outside.) There are a few booths that seat 4 easily, many comfy looking bar stools at a bar where you can watch the chefs do their magic, and several high tops that seat two. Cocktails are amazing! I started with the La Bise which is a bubbles drink with pineapple and rum. It was delicious. But my favorite was Auntie's Cobbler--honey whiskey and blackberry. It's gorgeous and delightful! I want to say our server was super sweet and attentive. It's always nice when people act like they're excited to be talking to you. We only tried one appetizer, the toasted ravioli, and I could have just had a bowl of the sauce. The rav was crispy outside, tender inside, and the creamy sauce over the top was perfect. My husband got the burger and I chose the brisket sandwich. I truly don't have enough superlatives for this food. My sandwich was tender, but not soggy, with just the right amount of kick. I snagged a bite of my husband's burger and the flavor on the rich brioche bun was truly delicious. We both got a side of cole slaw--which was a great complement. I'm pretty picky about my slaw, and the seasoning was spot-on. The right amount of celery seed--you know when it's too much, and this very well-balanced. My personal preference is for a slaw that is slightly less "wet", but that certainly didn't detract from the flavor. I predict really good things for this place--it's definitely a welcome addition to the STL restaurant scene. Can't wait to try Lucy Quinn's! read more

First visit, went next door first to Lucy Quinn, was told I needed reservations for Brunch. Next door at Little Lucy wide open. Sat at a high table to look out side & people watch. I got the Catfish poor boy" very good * spicy. Bar tender was also the waitress. Said only open a few months. Like to try some other selections. read more

Stopped by for a late lunch and a drink on my day off. Everyone was friendly. The sandwich I ordered was average and I wouldn't order the beignets again if I'm thinking of the original style beignets from down south. My drink was good! read more