This has always been one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants.. it's cozy and family friendly…read more This was my late father's #1 place for every special occasion. I'm trying to keep that tradition alive. The food NEVER disappoints and they always make the guest feel welcomed. Today was no different. Our party of 8 were celebrating a family member's great health news. When our server, Erin asked the occasion, she returned with a COMPLIMENTARY glass of champagne for each of the adults! Even though the restaurant was busy, Erin was super attentive and patient. We had the carbonara and Fleurissant pastas, chicken power bowl, salmon salad, Greek salad and gyro. The kids had cheeseburgers and grilled cheese. For dessert: key lime pie, chocolate lava cake and maple caramel cheesecake. EVERYTHING was superb and we all made happy plates! Our group also commented how the prices seem to have remained steady over the past several years. That's a big plus! Hendels knows how to keep us coming back! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!

Hidden historic gem in Florissant! Established in 1873, this building operated as a grocery and…read moregeneral store until becoming a restaurant in 1994. We discovered this restaurant after car shopping at some dealerships on Lindbergh. The space offers both indoor and outdoor patio seating as well as a separate bar space. The restaurant's bones are noticeably historic and the décor choice is a mix of farmhouse and modern styles. Our server was very friendly and answered any questions we had and was also enthusiastic about our car-buying process, encouraging celebratory drinks. The food was delicious! American fare with a modern twist - Hendel's had lots of brunch and lunch options. I opted for the Salmon Power Bowl and it tasted extremely fresh and healthy. Definitely stop in to this spot if you're in the Florissant area and looking for some historic charm.

I just moved back to the city after living in Illinois suburbia for six years. I missed those city…read morelights and I really missed dining at Polite Society. So this past Sunday, I took advantage of their Brunch. I started my Sunday breakfast with an adult beverage. Their Bloody Mary, has just enough spice to give it a good kick to start your morning. I don't know about you, but I always have to have a cup of coffee as a chaser for my Bloody. I take mine black and strong, to get through the entire day. For my entree, I built my own Omelette with, Spinach, Bacon, Onion and Cheddar Cheese. It was a light golden yellow and was filled with a generous amount of my chosen ingredients. As a side, it came with crispy potato wedges and a small cup of ketchup for dipping. The two paired together, made for an excellent Sunday Brunch. I always sit at the bar, since I usually dine alone and the service was attentive. The bartender was personable and lead the entire bar into a good conversation. I'm glad to be back in STL and I am super glad that my new condo is closer to Polite Society than my last home was. I'm confident I will be once again, be a regular.

Fantastic fine dining. Great service too!…read more Enjoyed steak and wine. Definitely a great place in Soulard.

The deviled eggs lured me in! As you can probably already guess, I had them as an appetizer, and…read morethey were delicious. For my entrée, I ordered the walleye with Brussels sprouts and corn. This was actually my first time hearing of and trying walleye, and I have to be honest--the taste just wasn't for me. It had an off-putting flavor that I couldn't stomach, and paired with the bones, I was done. Let me be clear though, this wasn't a chef mistake or an issue with how the fish was prepared. I simply didn't like the taste. The dish itself looked amazing. When our waitress noticed I had only eaten a small piece of the fish, she asked if I'd like to try something else. I decided to go with a burger instead, and it was pretty decent. No complaints there. Overall, I'd definitely go back for more of those deviled eggs and to try some other items on the menu. Nice ambiance, friendly staff, and great customer service. Definitely worth another visit.

My wife and I were stopped in the Midwestern as we went for a walk in downtown St. Charles. The…read morerestaurant is basic but nice. It is does get pretty load inside. We sat at the bar and had a couple of beers and ordered the kettle chips and dip. The beers were good and cold. The chips were not good at all. They were gold and not made fresh. The bartender was good and checked back on us regularly. But after one drink and the appetizer, we decided to try another place.

Cathy put her whole foot in this Cajun chicken pasta. (Figure of speech, people.). I have eaten…read morehere several times and because I love shrimp po'boys and they are rare on local menus, that's what I normally get. My doctor asked me to slow down on fried foods so I decided to try something new. This pasta is soooo good! First, it's a nice size! I had enough for two meals! You also get a lot of chicken! It's seasoned well and there's plenty of sauce so the pasta doesn't get dry. I added spinach to mines. I am so happy I tried something new and this will be my new go-to!!! Service is always great here. You're always greeted and it makes me smile to see Cathy actually in the kitchen.

I really enjoyed my visit to Kathy's! The staff was very friendly and the restaurant has a very…read morewarm and inviting energy. You can really tell they put a lot of love and energy into this restaurant. The food came out fast, hot, and tasty! Ordering is easy on their kiosk, and also you can order at their counter. The staff was very friendly and made sure we had everything we need during our visit. And the food, of course was delicious. I got the Cajun seafood pasta and it was delicious! Comes with a roll as well.

Scrumptious food! Family friendly environment. Would recommend the wings, burger and fish.read more

Food has always been good. A little heavy on the salt. That just may be me as I'm not a salt…read moreadder. I always phone in my take-out order and it is usually ready within the stated time frame, give a few minutes.

Almost everything was fantastic about this place! The food was excellent, the service was top-notch…read more(especially for a larger group), and the ambiance was quite nice also. My only issue was in trying to make a reservation ahead of time. There was a mixup on which day I wanted the reservation for and it all worked out in the end. Just some added frustration. OH, and the brunch menu is so small!

Nicely furnished and decorated dining area. Our servers were ready for our group. Servers... we…read morehad two servers taking very good care of us. Ordered from the brunch menu which had some very typical offerings. Food was good. Regular menu also available. Liked very much that our group was able to converse with out shouting above music and other diners trying to speak to eachother. Rare

Great place to come for an intimate dinner, date night, or grabbing drinks with friends. Me and my…read morebestie got a reservation on a Monday night. We split three apps: French fries, the wings, and the Brussel sprouts. Everything was delicious. I got the space themed drink which was really nice. For dessert we split the bread pudding and one of the dessert cocktails. Both were absolutely amazing!

Went in for dinner with friends. Forgot to take photos but…read morethe cocktails are super fun- although a little small. I like the variety & new things I have never tried. The food menu is limited but what they do offer is delicious. Feta mousse was creamy & delicious. Salmon was cooked perfectly & paired with a veggie/rice mix. Server was nice & checked on us many times as people with our group filtered in. Party of 7.

Lazy Tiger is a part of the Yellow Belly and Extra Wavy family of restaurants that focuses on…read moreinventive cocktail creations and seafood forward dishes. The restaurant itself is quite small and is located on the other side of Yellow Belly. The entrance has minimal space that looks to be able to accommodate 4 or 6 people if you're waiting for a table. Inside, the spacing is fairly decent for being a smaller location. I didn't feel too crammed dining and the 2-seater table was of normal size so there was enough room. We were seated right by the entrance with a curtain separating the area. True to its name, a Tiger statue sits at the entrance which is decorated in tropical manner. The theme continues within the restaurant. Lazy Tiger has a happy hour which if I remember correctly, ended at 6:30. Their cocktails are $12 during happy hour (rather than $14) and they have a selection of snack type items which you could have as appetizers if you'd like. We both got a cocktail. My husband had the human costume (gin, amaro, blanc vermouth, melon, gnartruese, malic acid) and I had the humble brag (gin, rhum, salted banana, forbidden rice, coconut, lemon). Both were refreshing and different but in a good and surprising way. We started with the nachos from the happy hour menu and added some pork belly per our writer's recommendation. I love pork belly anything anyway. The nacho was a huge serving! And it was very tasty with a good amount of crispy pork belly peppered throughout. I had the Morrocan spiced halibut served with couscous, asparagus, Spanish chorizo, tomatoes, pistachio dukkah. Halibut was well seasoned and prepared perfectly. We also shared an order of the vegetable fried rice and added some spam because I am a sucker for spam fried rice. It came with some chili crisps which brought the dish to another level. My husband had the tamales which he thoroughly enjoyed. I didn't get to try some but it looked fantastic. We ended up taking home the rest of my meal and the rest of the fried rice which have been devoured over the weekend. Service was fantastic. I love the vibe, I love the food!

Didn't know if we should enter - the sign for please wait to be seated is right inside the door and…read morethe restaurant is separated with a drape. I peaked my head in and no one was around I asked a customer if I come In it was awkward. The hostess was great and our server was great also! Explained all drinks and about the place. The food was so amazing - we got a bunch to try and liked each thing. The place is small and cozy without feeling crowded. It was a little dark

We tried the Florissant City Diner for the first time. It's always been so busy we couldn't find…read moreparking. We got lucky today. Our server was very nice, attentive but not hovering. This is a small, hometown diner, nothing fancy, separate tables as well as family style. Photos on the walls with happy customers. The food arrived quickly and very hot. Large portions, and all very good. Parking can be problematic, that is why I gave 4 stars.

Stopped at Florissant City Dinner today. First time there. It's an informal dinner with photos of…read morepast events and people on the walls. It has a home town dinner feel. Our waitress was very attentive. Our orders arrived quickly. We ordered the Farm Burger with Onion Rings and a Gravy Skillet. Both were delicious. Our waitress checked on us several times. Everyone was friendly.

I literally live a 4 minute walk from here and have no idea why it took me this long to check it…read moreout. I took my boyfriend here last night for his 24th birthday celebration, and boy did it exceed every expectation. When we first arrived, we were taken aback by the waterfall feature at the front door. We genuinely thought we were at the wrong entrance. Turns out it was entirely intentional, and in the excitement of the evening, we forgot to ask about the story behind it. A fun little mystery to solve on our next visit. We arrived about 30 minutes early and were welcomed warmly from the moment we walked in. The staff gave us a lovely intimate table with a great view of the restaurant's eclectic decor and designs. The ambiance struck the perfect balance, lively and engaging without being so loud that we could not have a real conversation, which for my partner and me is genuinely one of the most important aspects of a dining experience. Since we both work incredibly busy schedules, this was not only a birthday celebration but our first proper date night in quite a while, and the atmosphere made it feel truly special. The staff even surprised us with a complimentary prosecco for the birthday, something we were absolutely not expecting and deeply appreciated. On the drinks side, although I am not personally a big drinker, my boyfriend loves exploring new spirits and cocktail combinations. The bartenders were fantastic: knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely enthusiastic about their recommendations across both wines and spirits. They made the whole experience feel curated rather than transactional. Now, let me tell you about Jelly. Our server Jelly was, without question, the highlight of the entire evening, and that is saying a lot given how spectacular everything else was. I have a severe pineapple allergy, and if you dine out with food allergies, you know the usual routine. The server writes it down, maybe glances at it when the food arrives, and you spend the whole meal quietly hoping for the best. Jelly was on an entirely different level. She went completely above and beyond, meticulously checking every food option and wine pairing to ensure nothing contained pineapple and that there was zero risk of cross contamination. When a wine bottle did not clearly list its ingredients, she did not guess or assume. She looked it up on the internet right then and there to confirm it was safe for me. That gesture might sound simple, but for someone with a severe allergy, it is everything. It communicates that she genuinely cared about my wellbeing, not just about getting through her tables for the night. I felt completely taken care of, safe, and able to relax and enjoy myself without the anxiety that usually accompanies dining out with an allergy. Jelly, if you ever read this: thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are exceptional at what you do and an absolute asset to Blood & Sand. And now, the food, which was nothing short of breathtaking. From the presentation, to the pacing and timing, to the extraordinary depth of flavor on every plate, the food at Blood & Sand is spectacular and amazing in the truest sense of both words. My boyfriend and I had the 5 course tasting menu with wine pairings. We had originally hoped for the 10 course, but it was not being offered that evening. No matter, because the 5 course delivered more than enough to leave us completely floored. The evening opened with a palate initiator of carrots, goat cheese, and walnuts. I will be honest, I was not excited. Carrots and goat cheese are genuinely two of my least favorite foods on the planet. But I gave it a try and it was absolutely heavenly. A perfect encapsulation of what this kitchen does: it takes ingredients you think you know and transforms them into something you cannot stop thinking about. My absolute favorites of the evening were the tuna carpaccio, the wagyu flank steak, and the pierogis. Each one was cooked and composed to perfection. Everything melted in my mouth and left me wishing the courses would never end. My one constructive note is on the oyster course. I love oysters and eat them often, so I was genuinely looking forward to this one. The portion, two very small oysters with modest accompaniments of horseradish, a small salsa, and lemon, felt a little light even by tasting menu standards. I would love to see either four oysters at that size or two larger ones. It was gone so quickly and felt slightly out of step with the generosity of every other course. That small note aside, Blood & Sand delivered one of the most memorable dining experiences I have had in a long time. Every single person on that floor, from the bartenders to the host to the incredible Jelly, went above and beyond to make the night comfortable, fun, intimate, and genuinely special. We will absolutely be back, and next time I will not wait so long given that I practically live next door.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Trying hard to be a culinary star, but falls flat on both food and experience…read more Historic high-ceilinged setting that hasn't been fully restored, decor also leaves something to be desired. Unfortunately despite the establishment having a tasting menu and using culinary language, the food was a hodgepodge of elements that worked and elements that did not. None of our dishes earned 5/5 and none were memorable taste wise. With a hefty price tag to boot there are better places to go in St. Louis. We had two drinks, one was watery and one was delicious (pictured).