Great customer service and good ambiance…read more Blueberry cheesecake - so good! Save room for this! I liked that it wasn't overly dense. Pork osso bucco- highly recommend. We don't like goat cheese so they were able to sub out the goat cheese polenta with cheesy grits. The cheesy grits were so good!! Bistro steak - good but it's not a must have for me. It came with asparagus that was tasty and potato pave. The potato pave was crispy but soft on the inside. For an appetizer we had the Spätzle dish featuring Emmenthaler fondue, nutmeg, and gremolata. It's almost like a Mac and cheese. It had Microgreens and nuts in it. The combination worked so well. It was unique and delicious. A great place to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. They were very thoughtful!

For my friend's birthday brunch, she wanted to celebrate at Polite Society. The service was…read moreincredible and attentive, and though we had waited for a member of our party for a while that ended up not being able to attend, they were very patient and never pushy. I got an NA elderberry lemonade spritzer that was delicious and refreshing. I ordered the shrimp and grits (they were soooo good, buttery, rich, and flavorful) and a side of potato wedges to share. The potato wedges are GF!!! The one and only downside to the grits was that they stopped being creamy and was more polenta-cakey only a few minutes after it got to the table, but honestly, did not mind at all. The dining room is eclectic, like visiting someone's Spanish villa's reading room. Really enjoyed it and will be back to try other dishes!

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).

First Time in St. Louis, so I had to see what the BBQ hype was about. Everyone kept says this was…read morethe spot and they were right. the ribs wer falling off the bone. the turkey was super juicy, and the corn was amazing. The line moved fast and the food was worth the wait, I'll be back.

Great Service I had the billy goat chips with a Royal Grill, would love to try more options. Great…read moreatmosphere, awesome people

The wife and I went here for our Anniversary and my birthday. The ambiance of this place is…read moreamazing the service also matches the ambiance. Kimberly sure knows how to make her guest feel special and welcomed. Vibe was great and food was good. We will return.

Looks are definitely deceiving. This restaurant needs help. Walked in and was greeted with a…read moresmiling face and welcoming host. She seated us at our table (we had a reservation) table was a mess underneath no one sweet up after whoever was sitting there, table was sticky, they weren't busy at all so not sure what took so long for our hostess to show up. When she showed up the young lady was nice and smiling. She took our orders and gave us a few tips on what was poplar and what wasn't which was nice and appreciated. While waiting for our drinks to come before food we observed several around us sending back their food constantly. The table next to us had burnt waffles in which I know the hostess saw that they were and she should have addressed that before brining out to the table. We finally received our drinks and tasted nothing like a margarita. It was suppose to be watermelon. It's kinda hard to mess up a margarita I thought but perhaps it was cheap liquor? I'm not sure but it was definitely a no go. Finally received our food I ordered the stacker w/bacon, egg on the side scrambled with cheese in them. The picture on the menu has fruit on top of this sandwich and when asked our hostess if this was French toast she stated yes w/fruit. We it arrived with some white thick sauce (looked like white gravy) on it and regular toast. The egg was not scrambled had no cheese. My friends had the fish and fries. The toast came out with in seconds behind it. The young man that delivered the food I'm sure if he was training or the cook. This presentation was horrible and a compete NO. We told the waitress than you but it was unacceptable and had left. They definitely have work to do. This much be a brunch place poplar amongst the younger adults and they at okay, with that because they must have a dj at times of something. Music playing was nice and not overly loud good selection there is about all I can say. The menu does not reflect what you get, online does not reflect this venue.THUMBS DOWN

We came here for our anniversary dinner and had a great time!…read more We booked a reservation online and noted that it was our anniversary. Most places ignore this, but everyone that we came in contact with knew and wished us a happy anniversary. Our server (Allie) even had a special treat for us, so we started our night with a champagne toast! She was friendly, attentive and great to talk with. We had a couple of questions that she help answer right away. The restaurant was fairly busy, but we got to sit upstairs away from most of the noise. Now, the food! First, we ordered way too much. We tried the pear and fig flatbread and split a Mayfair salad. The salad was not what we expected but the flatbread was great! Try that if you have the chance! Both of our drinks (the sangria and Sicilian manhattan) were delicious and looked great. Main courses we tried were the smoked pork chop and the cauliflower pasta with grilled chicken. Both had great flavor and were presented well. Not pictured is the flourless chocolate torte that we got to go. This was incredible and super rich! We split it and still thought it was overwhelming, in the best of ways! Great place for special occasion dinners or important lunch meetings!

1111 Mississippi was the perfect way to wrap up my St. Louis food lineup…read more I love stuffed mushrooms, so of course I had to try theirs -- and they were a 10 out of 10. Flavorful, rich, and cooked exactly how they should be. The menu leans Italian, with a lot of classic, comforting dishes that make you want to sit, relax, and really enjoy your meal. The vibe is cozy with a slightly upscale feel, making it a great option for a sit-down dinner. Service was smooth, the food was consistent, and overall it was just a really solid dining experience. Definitely recommend if you're in the mood for Italian or just want something reliable and good

This place was SO nice! Very much a surprise as we walked over from the Aquarium to watch the…read moreOlympics. It was decorated all out for the Olympics and they have several comfy couch areas which were perfect for us with our toddler who does not want to sit still... We spent a few hours here and had some appetizers and drinks. We had the pub pretzel, pickle chips, fried cheese and soup. All were out quickly and very good. The pretzel was SO good! Served with mustard and warm cheese for dipping and it's huge. Service was friendly and fast. Bathrooms are spacious and new and clean with a nice large stall for baby changing. It wasn't crowded in the middle of a day on Friday so, pleasant to watch the game with a small group. I'm sure it can get really busy and rowdy during sports events downtown. All in all, new and comfy and a place I can see us coming often.

Tons of TVs and great places to sit and watch any sporting event with a private group! ! My husband…read moreand I sat at the bar after an aquarium event and had a fantastic meal, lobster Rangoon was spectacular! Highly recommended. The bacon, chicken ranch wrap was good enough, and the fries were devoured. The bartender probably spoke six words to us during our three hours there. The sporting events they displayed were really weird for us, the NBA Hall of Fame show, women's golf, preseason football. I'm sure it's way more fun during a soccer match but for a regular Friday night, it definitely wouldn't be someplace that we'd go back to..

Was in town on vacation and wanted to hit a unique breakfast spot, it was just that passionate…read moreworkers and authentic diner food if your around skip the overpriced gentrified spots and give them a go.

Been here for almost two years, and I never know the schedule for this place. Now I know it's from…read more6am - 1:15pm m-f. Was greeted by the friendliest, warmest greeting ever by Meeka (spelling). She was so nice, as was the rest of the staff. This diner is so cool. Whenever I can see the grill, and smell each item on it, I get excited! I went in for breakfast, but it ended at 11, so I went with a Patty Melt (Meeka suggestion) with fries! It was scrumptious! I told the cook the seasoning was great, and she corrected me by saying, "we just have a well seasoned grill!" Love it!!! Nice small place for lunch downtown!

Great breakfast and great service on my visit to Chris @ The Docket. I just looked at my photos and…read moreI guess I didn't take any pics. I was early to the baseball game and I asked two policemen where is the best breakfast that is within walking distance. Both answered that the Docket was the place. They were right, it is. I had the Chicken Fried Steak, hash browns, eggs and sour dough toast. All were so good. Nikiya was my server and she was perfect...so friendly, engaging and extremely friendly.

The food here was really good. Mimosas were available! They have all kinds of coffee with liquors…read moreand without. It is on a corner and you park at a 45 degree angle by backing in which was new to us! New to some other folks too as they didn't do so hot! My husband enjoyed his croissant sandwich. Bacon was well done how he likes it. I had the French toast with cheese eggs and sausage. All was very good. They also have turkey meat options. Prices and portions were not too bad for what we got. It is a large place not over crowded. They have room for more tables so they may have some when parties get large.