Took the family to Grafton, Illinois via car ferry and was recommended 3rd Chute Bar and Grill was…read morea favorite spot to enjoy food/drink when visiting. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and 3rd Chute was packed. They do have multiple bars and places to sit on the 3 levels and was able to find some seating. Servers were pretty busy and took a minute to get menus, are drink order and listen to the specials. 3rd Chute does have live music on weekends which was very good. 3rd Chute is a pretty cool place, Lots of great decor everywhere you look which gives the place that cool bar and grill feeling. We started with some mini corn dog appetizers and some Mac and cheese poppers, a fried blend of macaroni and pepper jack cheese fried to perfection. We also ordered a classic cheeseburger with fries, pork tenderloin sandwich, pulled pork sandwich with fries and a grilled hot dog with fries. It took a few minutes to get our food with how busy the place was. Our server did check up on us to make sure our drinks were topped off. Food was cooked to order and was a good portion for those with a hearty appetite. There are several other bar and grills in close proximity to 3rd Chute. Most other places had more seafood options, which unfortunately we had allergies to. 3rd Chute's menu had all the classic food options a great bar and grill usually has available. 3Rd Chute Bar and Grill was a cool experience and highly recommend if you're visiting Grafton and looking for some good food with reasonable prices. We'll be back!

Everything about 3rd Chute is amazing. Food is awesome. Bartenders (especially Dusty) are fabulous…read more Atmosphere is great

We came here for lunch after visiting the Aerie's Alpine coaster. It was a decent spot. Our…read morewaitress was attentive. There are outdoor seats and the food was good! I recommend the toasted ravioli for an appetizer! Their fries with so good also! Soft yet crisp!!

It's 70° on the third of February, the patio is open and it is packed. The staff was hustling, all…read morethe guest were having fun. In addition to the great weather, the Monday special also helped attract the large crowd. The Monday special is, Cheeseburger & Fries for $7. That is a super deal. It comes with onion, lettuce and pickles. The fries were super crispy. I love it when you bite into a fry and hear that crunch. All you gotta do is order a craft beer on draft and you've got a meal. They also have a great special on, Taco Tuesday. Grafton Pub, never disappoints me.

The longshot tiki bar saloon is a great scenic location overlooking the Alton pool with phenomenal…read moreviews of the Bluffs along the great river road. They have live music with cover bands here on some holiday weekend which makes for a great escape not far from the city. Reasonable prices, great tunes and scenic river views. What can improve???? Only portable toilets for tiki bar....yuck!

Stopped in here because it was reeeeally hot and humid out. I don't know if the air conditioner…read morewasn't working, or if it's just that lousy, but I thought I was gonna MELT! Wanted a Bloody Mary, but was told they were out of Zing Zang, and only had V-8 juice. Asked about ciders, and they only had one to chose from. Definitely wasn't impressed.

It's like drinking in a friend's basement, but drinking carefully crafted cocktails!…read more The mixologists were fun, inviting, and really made us feel at home. That coupled with the great drinks they are serving up make this such a fun place! The place is small, so be sure to make a reservation, you will be glad you did!

Drinks were good and fun atmosphere. We had a difficult time finding it which added to a fun…read moreexperience. The current set up was closing and change to open back up in February.

It was a random meet up spot with friends while I was in town. They had a music trivia night which…read morewas fun! Had a few drinks and shared some appetizers which were good. The service was very friendly but a little slow because of the crowd. But overall I'd go back when I'm in the area.

Came in for crab leg night. Very generous portion of crab legs. You also get a choice of sides. I…read moregot the peel and eat shrimp and corn. The crab and sides were wonderful! Really enjoyed this meal. Bonus was the great service. Leah behind the bar took care of the entire place. It is a small place but it is decorated very nicely. Cute island vibe. I recommend trying this place l. I hear the wings and BLT are very good.

Back againnn and I tried new menu items! The service was spectacular. I believe our server's name…read morewas Candice. Appetizers: Fried Oysters and Cheddar Biscuits. The oysters were the bomb of course. The biscuits were so crispy but soft on the inside and the shrimp butter had the perfect umami flavor! Entrees: Fish Sandwich & Jerk Chicken Burger. Both perfectly executed! Texture, flavor, spice! We ordered the beet salad as a light side to our sandwiches. If you like earthy flavors, this salad is for you! The beets and dandelion greens are earthy and slightly bitter while the cheese adds a layer of creaminess and sweetness from the walnuts. Drinks: Birds of Paradise (YUUMM) It's sweet and tart. The Yellowbelly drink is very rum forward with spices on the backend. The glasses and garnishments are on point!!

Yes. Just yes. Make…read morea reservation. It's quick, easy, and guarantees a seat for you. They take walk ins but this place is poppin. Street parking is ok, but if you're like me and that stresses you out - just know there's a little garage with the bank that is pretty cheap to park at. Now, onto the important stuff. The food is great. The drinks are well crafted. There's something for everyone here. Love happy hour. Fries are delish. Chicken sandwich and coconut shrimp are bangers. Boyfriend loves the lobster roll, but it's not huge! We've had wonderful service anytime we've been here. The lighting is dim. It's a perf date night. Desserts are also a hit! Ask the servers for their recs. If you're going for brunch, also excellent. I've been once. The lobster enchiladas were 10/10.

Venice Café is not just a place -- it's an experience. From…read morethe moment you walk in, you can tell this spot is different. The space is eclectic, artsy, and full of personality. It feels creative, fun, and unlike anywhere else. They had live music while we were there, which made the whole experience even better. One thing to note: it's cash only, so make sure you come prepared. This is the kind of place you go for the vibe, the music, and a good time -- not just the food. Highly recommend if you're looking for something unique and memorable in St. Louis.

Venice Cafe is basically like if the City Museum moved a couple of miles south to moonlight as a…read morebar and knew well enough about inebriated people not to have slides and ladders. Plus a little tiki and a little Here Come the Mummies. Or something like that. $5 cover when I was most recently present. But you get so much more. In addition to the live music, we experienced sculptures, mosaics, lights, darkness, plants (outside), fountain(s?), stones, signs... What a place!

I love having drinks at Planter's House! Like to come for the food, too but this time it was just…read moredrinks. So awesome to be waited on by Ted himself! He made some suggestions after I asked a few questions. Ended up with the Denial and Error made with Strawberry Infused Cambio Blanco Tequila, Black Sesame-Miso Syrup, Lime, and Chocolate Walnut Bitters. So different but so good as is always the case! I loved how the miso and sesame came through. My other pick was what my daughter was going to get so I got to try that, too! The So Hip It's Outta Sight made with Blanco Tequila, Green Chile Vodka, Creole Shrubb, Cranberry-Sage Syrup, and Lime. It was sweet and good. I would order either of them again. We arrived late on Sunday, around 9:00 PM and they closed at 10:00 not realizing till we were in and seated that no one else was there, we must have passed the last person that came out as we were coming in. Everyone was very gracious; we had one drink and were on our way. I normally have two but didn't want to overstay. I love this place!

Planter's House is not a bar... it's a whole experience. If…read moreyou appreciate a well-made cocktail, this is the place to be in St. Louis. The vibe is classic, elevated, and gives true cocktail lounge energy -- not loud or chaotic, just intentional and well put together. Now let's talk about what we came for: the drinks. We ordered the Old Fashioned flight, and when I say they did not come to play... they did not come to play. Each one was crafted differently, and you can tell there's real skill behind the bar. These are not bartenders -- these are mixologists. Every drink was balanced, strong (in a good way), and thoughtfully made. Quick tip: If you plan on getting the Old Fashioned flight, make this your last stop of the night... because you will feel it. Service was great, drinks came out in a timely manner, and the overall experience felt elevated from start to finish. Highly recommend if you're looking for a true cocktail experience in St. Louis.

Cold drinks and an amazing outdoor live music venue. Caught the legendary band, Mr. Opporknockity…read morehere on a Thursday night and had an outstanding evening. 5 stars!!! Kitchen is 100% underrated. Cheeseburgers are the best but appetizers are also fire as hell and the prices on drinks are better than a lot of local spots. RECOMMEND.

Came here on a Sunday 2pm and it was still packed. Nice large Dive bar with 3 different cozy areas…read moreto go with different levels of loudness and things to do. From concerts, pool, darts to electric entertainment gaming machines. Definitely great community supporter with the community reciprocating their love and patronage 32/2024 Food 5 Ambiance 5 Service 5 very busy main bar but watchful multi bartenders who didn't ignore. The customers. Location 5parking around the front and extra across the street. Value 5 it's one of the last places I know where everything on the menu is still under $10

We ordered 3 small plates, wings were the highlight. Great wings. Good drinks. Place seems to be…read morekeeping a high standard. I had not been there in a few years. Just a nice place.

We went in for a late lunch on Saturday. The place was nearly empty -- only two other tables were…read moreoccupied, and we were the third. Despite that, the other tables seemed to receive constant attention while our waitress disappeared for long stretches of time. We were initially seated in the side room with a large industrial fan blowing so hard that it was moving the menus off the table. We waited for the waitress to return so we could request a different table, but she never came back, so we moved ourselves to another empty table away from the fan. She seemed unhappy about the move and told us we might have to relocate again because they were expecting a busy day. Honestly, the restaurant was empty, and we would have been finished long before any rush started -- which we were. I asked for ketchup with my burger, and it didn't arrive until after I had already finished eating. Overall, the service was very poor. Unfortunately, the food was also extremely salty -- and we're people who normally enjoy salt. I had the Farmhouse Burger with Brussels sprouts and mac and cheese, while my wife ordered the steak and fries cooked medium well. The steak came out medium rare, and both her fries and my burger and Brussels sprouts were overly salted. The one bright spot was the mac and cheese, which we took to go. My daughter tried some and said it was the best she'd ever had. To top it off, our bill came to an even $100 with tip, and all we had were waters and the items mentioned above. We had been wanting to try Retreat for quite a while, so this experience was very disappointing. Between the poor service and underwhelming food, we probably won't be coming back.