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    Off Elm

    4.6 (46 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jemal D.

    Met a few old buddies for drinks on a random Tuesday night. I had never been to Off Elm but had heard good things. The drink selection was robust. Surprisingly, the available snacks were very good too. Service was attentive without being annoying. It was not crowded on this evening so it was very easy to carry on a conversation with moderate noise levels. I look forward to returning.

    Audrey B.

    Nice place with a welcoming atmosphere. Higher ceilings, nice lighting. Large bar with a second "bar" style table and then some 1 sided booths with chairs. We were close to others patrons but still able to hear each other, had to project a bit. The drinks were really unique and cool! There were a lot of flavor and ingredient combinations that I wouldn't have thought of. They were well balanced. The food was collabed with Union Bagel and tasty but a little pricey.

    Brian G.

    When my wife told me the name of the bar she wanted to go to I couldn't quite place it. I should have taken the name literally. This is a relatively small restaurant that is just a block off of Elm in Webster Groves. We went in one evening as a parents' night out while we had family visiting who could watch the kids. When we walked it you go from the nondescript entrance to a warm and inviting interior. The lighting was on the dimmer side which makes it have a nice date night vibe. We sat at the bar which spans the length of the restaurant. It had a rich wood top which I always am drawn to. The place was moderately packed for a weekday with people who were 30+. I'd expect on weekends you would definitely need a reservation. There is a food menu, but this is really a drink forward establishment. They have a fully stocked bar and a very nice selection of mixed drinks, wins, and an okay selection of beers. The cocktails are the clear standout and they rotate over time. The drinks were a tad on the expensive side, but relatively standard for the quality of the establishment and vibe it is going for. The main drawbacks for the spot are two fold. First, there is a ton of competition for spots in Webster and I think this is more of a drinks rather than full meal spot. Second, parking nearby is fine, mostly on the street, but it will be off-putting for some individuals. Overall though I liked this spot if you are looking for an evenings of cocktails and light fare.

    Page N.

    They really know their cocktails here! We had a hard time deciding with all the options. I found mine to be a bit too sweet for me. They also can make cocktails not on the menu which is nice. Parking can be a pain depending on what time/when you're going but we've never had any issues getting seats here! The bartenders are extremely knowledgeable and friendly

    Sara G.

    Off Elm is, quite literally, right off Elm. They weren't kidding with the name. Congrats to the Bar Keep team on this one, seriously, well done. Pat Gioia and I went full cocktail nerd mode here, geeking out over the history behind several classic drinks. Riveting stuff, guys. Now, Pat also convinced me to try an amaretto sour. An amaretto sour. I had doubts (because I'm not 80 and it's not Christmas), but wow, that drink slapped. Tangy, sweet, and dangerously smooth. Naturally, I couldn't leave without diving into the seafood dip #StLouisPescatarianApproved. So yeah, Off Elm nailed it. I am not surprised.

    Shannon O.

    The drinks are amazing! I'm very picky and don't like bitter drinks, the bartender was so sweet and gave me a wonderful rec! It's nice and cozy and I can't wait to go back!

    Kelse S.

    Such a charming spot! We came on a whim on a Saturday evening and it was packed! Luckily, they had room at the bar for us. I highly recommend making a reservation. The vibe is cozy! Low lighting and I love the decor. It feels very intimate which I love. Great spot for date night or a night out with friends. They have food offerings (we didn't try food) but would be interested in returning. I got a spritz drink which was pretty good. I noticed all of their drinks have nice additions to them which make them special and memorable. My drink had a nice mint garnish while my friends had a branded ice cube. All about the little touches! I was surprised to see that many of their cocktails are batched, I feel like this gives them time to add the fun touches. I would return for sure to dry some more cocktails and food!

    Keli H.

    Sensual vibes, spectacular service, a PLETHORA of artfully mixed cocktails. Very busy but not mad about it. Get on the wait list on the website and save yourself some trouble. Good for them, well deserved bumping spot!

    Marissa R.

    I recently visited Off Elm in Webster Groves, and while it has potential, my experience was about average. The space is clean and new. The menu offers some creative cocktail options, but the execution didn't quite live up to the hype. The cocktails were visually appealing, but the flavors were hit and miss--The food was not memorable. Service was friendly but not well versed on the menu when asked about charcuterie and cheese. I'd go back to give it another shot, but for now, it's just okay. I'm hoping they'll iron out the kinks because it has the potential to be a standout spot in the area.

    Courtney S.

    I came here on a Friday night with friends. We carpooled together. Parking is very limited on the street. There are no reservation options at this venue so they will work to seat you and your party as it best fits and as people come and go. The inside has a modern yet retro appeal. Each cocktail is made with love and procured in various fashions and for a limited time on some.

    Janet L.

    Great vibes, snacks, and cocktails. We came on a busy Saturday night and there were no tables available so we had to sit by the window. Make sure to get on the waitlist. There is also only street parking.

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    Maddie W.

    Love the Off Elm vibe. It's cool, a little eclectic and welcoming. Sandwiched between Bagel Union and Sylvie Dee's is a great spot to be in and Off Elm offers something unique to the strip. Delicious beverages and a very popular spot. Fortunately, they have a good number of tables and staff although service may still be a little slow (they're busy making exquisite cocktails!).

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    Knowledgeable staff, excellent cocktails and a solid vibe (even on a Tuesday!) - definitely try it out if you're into solid cocktails

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    Cocktails were fantastic. Service was amazing. Love the atmosphere. All around awesome.

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    5 months ago

    Ben the bartender was very knowledgeable and made us superb drinks! Even made my husband a rum old fashioned! Such a good experience!

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    4 months ago

    Service and ambiance were top notch! Cheese was fantastic. They have a beet drink! It was quite good.

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    11 months ago

    First time - love it- friendly staff- great cocktails- cozy intimate vibes- perfect for pre or post dinner cocktails. We'll be back

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    1 year ago

    Fantastic cocktails, and our service was smooth for the most part. Pretty impressive for a new cocktail bar.

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    2 years ago

    Great little spot. Good drinks. Nice wait staff. You might miss it if you don't know where you're going. Don't miss it.

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    1 year ago

    Terrific drinks. Very knowledgeable staff that makes you feel at home. Good selection of mocktails too! Highly recommend.

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    We tried the Seattle Button Down, Nutty Bananas, Old fashioned, Oaxacan Old Fashioned, and the pimento cheese.

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