State Street is easily one of my favorite restaurants in the Riverbend area. They were a shining…read morestar in downtown Alton until their lease was not renewed. At first I thought it was a bad call by the landlord. Now that they are located in Elsah, I realize he did them a favor. Beau and Terri rallied and took on the challenge of relocating their restaurant. They searched hight and low and found the perfect location in Elsah, just 8 miles north of the old location. Elsah welcomed them with open arms and issued them the first liquor license in the history of the township. Since the relocation I have been multiple times for lunch. You cannot go wrong with their famous Mushroom Asparagus Soup or one of the popular Paninis. I've also been to a wine dinner that impressed me and my cousin who is a wine connoisseur. The wine and food were paired beautifully. Experiencing a regular dinner in the boutique dinning room is also a delight. Their menu changes regularly, but I must say when you see Terri's Lasagna being offered, that is a sign to order it. You will not be disappointed. All the servers and staff are spectacular. It blows my mind how many of them can remember the names of all their regulars. It makes for a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Next time you're traveling the River Road, take a detour into Elsah and visit State Street on LaSalle.

This is my first time here since they moved to Elsah, and it's as delicious and wonderful as ever…read more The service is so personal, the kind you only get in a small town. The new dining area is beautifully decorated and cozy. And of course the food is delicious. Just look at their panini options and you'll know what I mean. This time I had the potato soup and the roasted turkey panini, and it was absolutely delicious. I only wish I had gotten a full sandwich! I had a dilemma ordering because there were too many incredible options. Thankfully I was able to see a few other dishes that my friends ordered, so I know how yummy they look! I can't wait to return and try more.

Such a cute spot. I liked the flight selections. It wasn't…read morebusy when I went so our group of six was able to order and receive drinks quickly. We tried a couple cocktails too. They do not serve food yet but you can bring in your own.

The decor and atmosphere is definitely on par with what you'd imagine a casual and inviting wine…read morebar to be. Notable selection of wine to choose from and at a range of reasonable prices. Latest visit on a Wednesday after work and not much foot traffic during this time. Seating at the bar in addition to booth and tables. This place is strictly for beverages, so plan to have a meal before or after your visit. Enjoy!

One thing cool about living in St Louis? Our next door neighbor across the Mississippi River in…read moreEast Alton. I found a unique hidden gem called, "Sip & Play Wine and Gaming Cafe." I was extremely impressed walking in the door as I found myself enjoying the simplicity of this place. It has a full bar, including slushy drinks, like pink lemonade that has right amount of alcohol in it. The menu featured a lot of food that is typical of what is served in a bar. The chicken salad sandwich was the highlight as it was so fresh and delicious. The service was excellent and the gaming experience was amazing with plenty of slot machines to play. This place is definitely worth checking out.

Love this place. Not a typical bar. Wonderful people, good food and great ambiance…read more Everyone is so nice. Love the patrons as they are older Adults not looking for anything but socialism. No drama

We really enjoy dining at Hendel's! The pasta dishes are always a favorite, especially the Cajun…read morepasta, full of flavor and consistently delicious. The kids absolutely love the pasta dishes too, which makes it a great place for family meals. I also highly recommend the salmon power bowl with ancient grains and the salmon salad. Both options feel fresh, balanced, and satisfying while still being full of flavor. Between the food, service, and atmosphere, it's always a great experience when we visit.

Always excellent service, delicious food, and an enjoyable atmosphere. I can comfortably bring…read morepretty much anyone here and know they will like the food. Best to get on the wait-listb online while heading over. Know that the parking lot is small, so be prepared to park on the street. Sit outside on a nice day. The patio is like a garden.

Cheap, good food, and great vibes!…read more My husband and I finished date night with food and drinks at Fast Eddies. This place is normally packed on the weekends especially when the weather is nice. I'm guess because it was later in the evening when we went they weren't as crowded. There's always live music playing, someone celebrating their 21st birthday and good vibes. Staff was friendly, welcoming and made sure we were doing good the entire time we were there. Ordering food is all self service at the food station. You place your order then wait for your number to be called. They sell burgers, chicken on a stick, steak on a stick, chicken sandwiches, shrimp, and fries. Your food is up pretty quick. We ordered burgers, fries, chick on a stick, big Elwood and shrimp. We also ordered two long islands and a beer. All in all we spent about $60. The food was delicious, seasoned well and plentiful. The drinks were made perfectly. No complaints from me. I'll be back!

Yesterday afternoon, my wife and I had the time of our lives at Fast Eddie's Bon Air. The food…read moreinstantly took us back to the very first time we ever came here -- that same great flavor, same fun energy, and same unforgettable vibe. Everything was fresh, hot, and exactly what we were craving. And I can't forget about the popcorn -- that's always a highlight of the trip! There's just something about grabbing a cup and enjoying the atmosphere that makes the whole experience even better. Fast Eddie's never disappoints. Great food, great memories, and always a great time. We'll definitely be back again soon!

I'm so happy I found this restaurant! My flight got delayed so I was stuck in terminal 1 at the STL…read moreairport for 3 hours so decided to find food. The aperol spritz was good, exactly as expected, and I appreciate they had orange slices. The burrata dish was so so good! I added the prosciutto and asked for a side of extra balsamic, which is definitely the move. I also travel with maldon sea salt so that finished everything off perfectly ha, but you might need to ask for salt and pepper if you don't do that. The overall vibe of the restaurant is peaceful and relaxing, way different than the other restaurants in the airport. I'm really happy I came here!

Sitting here I am reminded of trips in the past where I was in San Antonio and other airports that…read morehad a vino bolo and back then the catchphrase was "wine and Comfy chairs." It has evolved. The wine is still good, I write this sipping on an Italian prosecco. My favorite Brie and Prosciutto sandwich on ciabatta is still on the menu. I had one but the fig preserves are gone and so are the vermin's. In their place is a great little arugula salad. The seats are still better than most, you get precious little table space and you are not encouraged to linger nor are you discouraged, it isn't as cozy as the old days. BTW, their coffee sux. My wife says the game egg and cheese sandwich is great. They serve breakfast all day.

We had just eaten at the CWE Kingside the week before and really enjoyed it, so with a lot of time…read moreto kill before our flight we decided to give the Lambert location a try. Even though it's obviously a smaller spot, the chess-themed decor they put up is a nice touch. Our breakfast was just what we needed- a filling ham & cheese omelette with greasy diner hashbrowns was my choice. Our iced vanilla lattes hit the spot too. A bit pricier than a diner meal should be, but it is in an airport after all. Our server Crystal was one of the highlights of our meal- cheerful, friendly, and always checking on us- above and beyond the service I expect at an airport spot, especially this early in the morning.

If you're at the St. Louis, International Airport and you want to get a really good breakfast or…read morelunch meal this is the place for you to stop. They have a lot of gluten-free options, which is really great. There's a bunch of tables you can squeeze in if you need to with a big group. The staff is super attentive. They were a full bar. The food comes out so quick you practically haven't even ordered it yet. I would come to this place just to eat if it wasn't on the other side of Security. From now on when I come through the St. Louis airport, I'm gonna stop here and have a meal before I head out to the city. Imani and her crew do an amazing job. The prices are good. The atmosphere is good. It's clean. I really recommend this place.

Long layover so decided to stop in to enjoy watching the games on tv and eat and drink. Chairs are…read morecomfy. Bartender keeps busy working while bar and making drinks for the servers. Our server Kari was doing the best she could and was very good and attentive to us. Some people we noticed waited quite some time to even get greeted or acknowledged. The nachos were disgusting and soggy. We had them sent back and got the fried raviolis instead. Mixed greens salad was good after adding bacon. Thank god we weren't in a hurry because some of the servers were just standing around. This place could be so much better.

Went in while waiting for my flight. It was busy, but the bartender's attitude could've been…read morebetter. And this is coming from someone who has been a bartender. Before I even got a menu she asked me what I wanted and when I said, I didn't know she pointed me to the QR code. I asked to see an actual menu. The beef sliders were good and so was the Chardonnay. It was a typical sports bar feel. When I asked for my bill, she pointed me to a QR code again and I asked to just give her my card as so many others we're doing. I felt rushed out and probably will skip this place on my next trip.

Really cool place in downtown Alton. Came here with my family and we had a great time. Very lively…read moreand well decorated place. I would recommend coming here to anybody who's looking for a fun bar experience. Service was quick and everything is great. Nice big space and plenty of parking in the area. I'm looking forward to coming back in the future, surprised I've never been here before as an Alton native.

Oh, Daddy. I like Catdaddy's…read more Catdaddy's recently went under new ownership. It's a new partnership that is mainly women. They are promoting themselves as, "A female owned space where women can let their hair down and have fun...We've got your back." They're promoting a safe place for ladies to have fun and not have to go it alone when feeling uncomfortable. The entire crew will have your back. It's a safe place. I met two female friends here for Happy Hour this past Friday. I thought I'd arrive early to secure a table, when I did the bar was already packed and it was just 5PM. I was greeted by a male bartender, who poured a good and refreshing Tito's with Seltzer. Pricing for a call brand was cheap. Not sure if it was a HH deal or not. I'll update that on next visit. The best way to describe, Catdaddy's is that it is an upscale dive bar. Its crowd was a good mix of ages, sexes and diversity. We were still there during the bartender change and the young lady who came on duty was also, attentive and friendly. There's no full kitchen, but they do offer bar pizzas, if you need a nosh to cut the liquor. I had fun, so I know I'll be back.