First Impression: very nice patio on top of the building. Cocktails, enjoyed the Thevenet Chardonnay. I didn't have the butttery taste but more of an oak taste, but still very tasty. Salad, enjoyed the mixed greens salad. We split it which was the right amount for us. Entree, I had the Mahi Mahi with fresh veggies. Excellent flavors with a small amount of heat which enhanced the dish. View, we watched the sunset on a beautiful night. Service, Andrew was excellent. Parking, on the street or across the street in the lot. read more

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Came here on Valentine's Day and thought we would get a prix fixe menu but we didn't. The ambiance was interesting as we feel like the lights should be a little dimmed for this kind of setting. We started off with a couple drinks and appetizers. The espresso martinis were great. The crab cakes were good but very small and the jerk fries portion was huge with a kick to it. The sauces it came with were really good. The waitress asked if we wanted a box for the fries before our entrees came out which we thought was so weird. The wild mushroom pappardelle was soooo bland and not good! Was very disappointed. The balsamic marinated hangar steak was good and had the best flavors. It was an ok experience but not sure it's worth it to come back again as it is really pricey for ok food. read more

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Wonderful ambiance. Love the low light and intimate look to the restaurant. Has a few beer imports I've only seen there. read more

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Was really excited to try this place. Took my sister from out of town. We were not paid attention to for at least 20 minutes after arriving. The place was not filled. Our cocktails took about 20-25 min to receive. Our order showed up about 25 min late, which was ok. The bus boy/bar back brought our food. Waiter didn't ask how our food was and didn't ask about dessert. This place is a beautiful setting, but subpar on overall service. read more

The perfect place for a Sunday brunch. The weather today was conducive for sitting on the patio and luxuriating. So, that's exactly what we did. Jenny was our server and she took excellent care of our table. She was friendly and personable. Service was top notch. We couldn't ask for better. The indoor space is hip and trendy. Tables and booths are cozy. We chose to sit outside since the weather was agreeable. The cocktail menu boasts fantastic brunch options. The bottomless mimosas were the perfect accompaniment to the brunch experience. They offer OJ, pineapple, grapefruit, and pomegranate. Something for everyone. I've lived in Japan and Hawaii so they had me a breakfast fried rice. This version is comparable to the ones I've enjoyed on my far off travels. The menu has a little something for everyone. I've already decided on French toast and bacon for my next visit. read more

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Enjoyed a cocktail and app with some friends on a Friday night! Our server was friendly & attentive. I've only previously visited at brunch and I was so impressed with their cocktail menu. Lots of fun and unique options. The burrata app was also good--not as creamy as what you'd expect but truly delicious. The jerk fries though were top tier and definitely something I'd order again and again. Excited to visit in the future. :) read more

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The Bellwether Brunch experience is where it's at. It's located at 1419 Carroll Street, nestled within the Old City Hospital in St. Louis's Lafayette Square. As a sister establishment to Polite Society, it showcases the collaboration of talents like Brian Schmitz, Jonathan Schoen, Travis Hebrank, Daniel Sammons, and Brian Coltrain. The tomato basil omelet epitomizes perfection, marrying flavors with finesse. It was wonderful. Perfectly cooked and very flavorful. The restaurant's aesthetic is a symphony of rich hues, silky drapes, and velvet, creating a chic and opulent yet inviting atmosphere. I love this spot! read more

A great spot for dinner/brunch! When the weather is nice, the rooftop patio atmosphere and views are top notch. They have a variety of well balanced cocktails and decent wine list. The appetizers are delicious, the burrata is my personal favorite. Off menu specials are always great, so if they appeal to you...order it! You won't regret it. read more

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Sunday Brunch. The whisky cinnamon roll, French toast sticks, blueberry lemon waffles, bacon and breakfast at Tiffany's cocktail! So yummy. Nothing was overly sweet. Good side of eggs and bacon. Nice small plates selection to share with the table if you can't decide on a main item. Great selection of drinks and mimosas. Some delicious savory options of hash, omelette and eggs Benedict. Server Jenny did a great job of offering recommendations for food and drink. Fast delivery of food. Love the ambience on the 3rd floor of this old building. Can't wait to come back to enjoy the rooftop seating when it's warmer. Drove from LSL and worth the drive. Highly recommend reservations. read more

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Finally made it to the Bellwether! Amazing service and exceptional food! We were happy it was nice enough to sit on the patio. The restaurant is on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the building and has 2 outdoor eating spaces. Based off previous reviews we decided to get an early evening (5:45pm) reservation and it paid off as the patio started to get really busy around 7pm. We ordered the portabella tempura, classic caesar salad, Bison Shortrib Mafalda, and Pesto Pappardelle. Everything was great. My boyfriend loved the tender short rib. It fell off the bone. The pesto was delicious and the pappardelle pasta was cooked perfectly. The portabella tempura was a nice appetizer. Next time I will try the jerk fries or brussel sprouts. We also want to try brunch one weekend. We cannot wait to return! Highly recommend! read more

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Although the location is a bit odd, once you go up the elevator to the bar/restaurant, the ambience is great. Once we got to the top, they told us to go down to the wine room where our table was. Our waiter was not super knowledgeable about anything on the menu or about the restaurant, and he got very frustrated with my table when they were asking questions about wine or food, which was odd. The food itself was awesome and honestly really interesting. Props to the kitchen. Here's what we tried: -Baked Burrata: 7.5/10 - The burrata was warm and gooey, and the tomato sauce was flavorful, but I felt like the app lacked depth. However, it was super tasty, and the dipping bread was crispy which was great. -Brussel Sprouts: 10/10 - These were perfectly crispy, perfectly rich, and perfectly flavorful. I was a big fan of these brussels. They came next to a bed of some sort of creamy ricotta, which added a good change in variety. -Duck with Gnocchi: 9/10 - The duck was perfectly cooked, with super crispy skin, and the gnocchi was absolutely delectable. The celery puree didn't mesh as well with the other flavors as I would have hoped but I liked the addition of the big, soft caramelized onions. -Cacio e Pepe: 5/10 - Not cacio e pepe. There was nearly no pepper flavor, and it was mostly just cheesy, buttered pasta. Very comforting, and the cheese was yummy, but not what you'd expect. -Chocolate Hazelnut Torte: 8/10 - The hazelnut crust was absolutely delectable, and the chocolate had a rich flavor. Really enjoyed this dessert. Overall, not a bad place for dinner! Some really good food options, with unique pairings. The wine was a little bit lacking, but they did have a good dessert bourbon. read more

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The restaurant is not located in the most noticeable place. It's located on a dead end street across from the dental school. You enter and walk the hall to an elevator. When I got to floor 3, the hostess said my reservation was on floor 2 so I took the elevator down. The 3rd floor is SUPER lively and bright with loud music. The 2nd floor is exactly what they said, a winery/library. The decor was darker, softer music and smaller. So when making a reservation, be sure to make a note of which floor you prefer. It was my first time so I didn't know (but now I do!). The BELT was dry. I do not like runny egg and I think the sandwich depended on a sunny side egg to bring moisture. They were very light on the aioli. The saving grace was the juice from the tomato. The steak sandwich was good. Some smashed potatoes were extremely crispy and inedible but there were also some with crisp exterior and soft inside. The cocktail I ordered is perfect for summer! Very fruity, light, refreshing. Service wise, the food took too long to come out because a group came after us and was being served food before us. I had just an ok experience. read more

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Love their elevated brunch and rooftop. Service is always great and I always get their mimosas! I celebrated my birthday here and they brought out a happy birthday muffin! It was so sweet, I loved it read more

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Visited on a Saturday with a group of girls and had a wonderful experience! I made a reservation ahead of time to be safe without realizing it was also Marti Gras, I was very happy I did. Our server was so fun, she chatted with us about something we had in common and took excellent care of us the whole time. Bloody Mary's were great and food was a good as it always is. We've already talked about coming back, great spot! read more

What a delightful place to eat with friends or a date. I loved the ambiance and lighting. The booth that we sat in was nice and spacious. Our server was great. Food: I had the mushroom pasta. It was really good and I love the variety of mushrooms that they used in the dish. Tofu dish- amazing Jerk fries- good but the two sauces that came with them weren't my favorite. My friends did like the pineapple ketchup for some reason. Mocktail - The Where the Sidewalk Ends was delicious! read more

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I did not pick this place. I was meeting my sister, who was in town from the Bay Area, and her bestie picked this spot for dinner. The ambiance was lovely, but it gets very loud so avoid if seeking a romantic, quiet dinner. The patio is lovely. One side offers sunset views of the city. (There's a safety wall though, so the view is thwarted.) We actually retreated to the terrace for dessert. The breeze was perfect. Service was ok. I was annoyed that every time I inquired if something was vegan the waitress responded with "it's gluten-free." Those are two entirely different things and it peeves me when restaurant staff equate the two as one. That being said, she went to the kitchen and got confirmation each time. (The menus are not marked with allergen or dietary codes) Wait time - The appetizers came quickly but the entrees took an hour to receive. (Precisely one hour per my photo stamps) We did not complain because we were busy talking and catching up, but be prepared for the possibility of long waits for your food. Vegan food: Okabe - This is a vegan entree. Rice noodles in a peanut sauce topped with a perfectly cooked crispy tofu. It was a great dish. $25 (FYI the in-house menu description differs from the online menu description.) Jerk Fries - The name is misleading, but the fries were good. A nice crisp texture and the seasoning was nice but had no remnants of jerk flavor. This appetizer is vegan as long as you don't eat the mango lime yogurt that is served with it. (I shared this appetizer with the table so I allowed them to bring the sauce for the nonvegans). $14 and enough to share with 2-3 people. They had no vegan desserts. They do have a few mocktails. I heard that this place is owned by the same owners of Polite Society. Although I wouldn't return here on my own, I am grateful that they had a couple of tasty vegan options for me that evening. read more

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Great experience the atmosphere was a surprise and very prestigiously fancy in the rented out area I got invited to from a company. Drinks were very creative and flavorful. The food was good steak was the best. Every server was always there and helped with anything desired promptly. read more

Fortunately the food was good. Unfortunately the service was poor. The staff was more concerned about the strategic placing of its customers throughout the restaurant on a slow Saturday night, than providing adequate customer service. From getting a simple drink order wrong to multiple times indicating to an inattentive server that we were ready to order, from appetizers thru dessert, it did not go well. There are so many opportunities to try different restaurants in St. Lous and if the service isn't there then there is no reason to try it again. That was the case last night. read more

Mostly positive stuff to report here. My wife had the brussels sprout appetizer and it was wonderful but it was not a small plate, she took half home with her. Our server told us that the burger was outstanding and she was absolutely correct. Cooked to medium temperature it was one of the best burgers I've had in St. Louis. My wife had the fillet with asparagus and mashed potatoes. It was also excellent. Our server was delightful and very helpful. They have an exceptional wine list for a restaurant that is more business casual than elegant. The only tough part is finding them as you walk through the climbing wall facility to an elevator that leads to their third floor restaurant. We will definitely be back. read more

Brunch at The Bellwether was satisfying. Don't we all just love a good rooftop brunch? Well add this place to your list. I highly recommend the bacon fried rice. Our server recommended it and he did not miss the mark. At our table we also had the sirloin steak and eggs sandwich with a side of smashed fried potatoes. Now the fried potatoes did lack some flavor so I had to ask for salt and peeler to help it out. Last but not least, the French toast sticks dish comes with some sauces and fruit. It was okay but I'm not big on French toast sticks. read more

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This was my first visit! I came on a Tuesday night for happy hour with friends. They open at 5. We had a reservation for 5:15, and the place was quiet for Tuesday. We had choice of inside or outside patio with view! It was too hot to be out, but inside was good. We each ordered small plates to share. I got the grilled artichokes with beet salad, ricotta cheese, and crostini; and tomato salad with balsamic, fresh basil, corn, and fresh mozzarella. Each were excellent! So delicious! One friend ordered the jerk fries, which came with two dipping sauces and were good - hot, crisp on outside and soft on inside. The other friend ordered the mushroom ginger dumplings, which also came with a dipping sauce. They were ok (my least favorite, because the dough was thicker and tougher than I'd like). My specialty cocktail was wonderful! I ordered the "Paradise Lost" with Basil Hayden's Bourbon, Yzaguirre Dry Vermouth, Broad Bent Rainwater Madeira, Brown Turkey Fig Leaf Syrup, and Lime Juice. It was a bit pricey (more eek) for the small glass I got at $15. But it was splurge with the girls night - so what the heck. Overall the food menu was small, and a bit pricey for a $$ rating on Yelp IMO. I ordered pomodoro to go - it was $23. It wasn't a huge portion or the best I've ever had. I don't know that I would order it again. I thought I might get bread or crostini for that $23. Nope. It came with just the pasta, sauce, some basil pesto on top, and grated cheese. So I was disappointed when I got home and checked out my to go order (it was a good individual serving size, but just not for $23). The happy hour small plates we ordered ranged in price $14-$18 each. The service was great. The staff were super friendly and helpful in ordering advice when asked. They also provided a half mocktail drink for a friend who wanted a smaller serving. The atmosphere is cool -- old industrial space turned classy, yet not snobby. The bar area is fun. The lighting fixtures are beautiful. I love the patio area with its view and string lights hanging above. I bet it's a great spot at night! The feel of the place on that Tuesday night was casual, laid back, not pretentious, cool. It was perfect for our girls happy hour to catch up! There is ample parking with free street and a parking lot right there. The Bellweather is on the third floor -- and it felt a bit like a hidden treasure to wind your way to find where they were in the building! Easy to find with the directional signs, but still almost like you were journeying to a semi-hidden spot as you walked along curved corridors and through various doors! I hovered between 3 and 4 stars... I'll giving it 5 for service and atmosphere; 3+ for food, and 3 for pricing / portions. So 4 overall. I'll be back. Although, prices are a bit of a splurge for my pocket book. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, and their menu items were unique and made me want to try more. All the food was good to really great tasting. The wait staff were very friendly and provided excellent service. So while it's not going to be a spot I visit often, it will be a special night out -- or brunch! - for me. read more

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Our family met today to continue an ongoing celebration and the food, the service and the ambiance were all fantastic. Our server, Jenny, was excellent! We started our adventure with bevs and mine was the Breakfast at Tiffany's...perfectly balanced and delicious. Others ordered the Bloody Mary, a sparkling Bellini, and a couple of Where the Wild Things Are and we all agreed that they were so good. We decided to share the Whisk cinnamon rolls (we ordered 3 for the 6 of us) and that was a great decision. They were huge and very tasty. With all of that said, I believe you can't go wrong with any of the dishes served from the brunch menu. Our group had the biscuits and gravy, the bacon fried rice, and 2 in our group had the Benedict's, specifically the classic and the lox, and 2 of us had the fall hash. Such great flavor combinations. Bravo to the kitchen!! We had a wonderful experience and look forward to returning soon. read more

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We really enjoyed our Sunday brunch here. Our server Greg got us started with mimosas which were delicious. Our breakfast was brought to the table in a quick but timely fashion; I had the mushroom omelette and my husband had the classic Benedict. The person who brought out our food forgot the side of bacon we ordered, but as soon as we let Greg know, he brought the bacon over and didn't charge us for it! I would recommend stopping by for brunch and/or dinner - they have an amazing bar, and a rooftop patio in addition to their indoor dining table. read more

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I don't know what the hype of the place is. We went because it was highly recommended but our entire experience was meh. When we walked in, the host was not there but all the waiters kept making eye contact with us but not saying anything, it was kind of awkward. The host came back and she was sweet and seated us. We were excited to try the food but why is this place rated so highly!? We went for brunch and both our foods were soo average. The pork belly sandwich was difficult to eat and they give potatoes as whole. I mean, it's ok. We just won't go back again read more

Came here for brunch on Saturday and we had so much fun. I originally made a reservation online for my party and the size kept changing- they were so accommodating and made sure we were taken care of. Huge thanks for the customer service! When we arrived we were seated on the second floor, which I didn't even know existed or was part of Bellwether. Our server was attentive and we ordered drinks first. I ordered an espresso martini. It was very light and used with more of an actual coffee or cold brew. I always have trouble ordering here since a lot of it sounds good. I ended up getting the BELT, blt with an egg. I also ordered the cinnamon roll to share with the table. The cinnamon roll was probably one of the best I've ever had. I've learned they can be tricky when ordering out, and they often become hard. This one was divine and came with pistachios on half of the frosting. It was also served with fresh fruit. The BELT is super good! The egg makes it delicious and the ingredients are really fresh. I prefer a bit softer bread, but overall it was great. Potatoes will cooked wonderfully. Always a nice experience here and hoping to sit on the patio next time! read more

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Great brunch spot. The Benedict was really good. The smashed potatoes with crispy. Nice and casual vibe. We sat outdoors and had the whole patio to ourselves. It was really hot so that's probably why. The server was great. Made sure we had everything we needed. We also had a birthday so the restaurant sent out a cupcake. Awesome Parking: there's a lot Overall: will return when in the area read more

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Bottomless mimosas? Yes, please! Their mimosas are just the right mix of fresh orange juice and bubbly and one of the last bottomless brunch options I've found in the post-covid world in STL. The Bellwether has a modern-industrial design and plenty of natural light. It's the perfect spot for a relaxed yet upscale brunch experience. The biscuits and gravy I had were really good and the service was pleasant. They seemed a little short staffed at the time but everyone was pleasant. I haven't had dinner here but the brunch was a great option for anyone looking to have a nice morning out in the city. read more

Love this place. The drinks are excellent. Great cocktails. Service is nice and friendly. They work well with trying to meet your needs and very patient. The ambiance is beautiful. The right date night setting. Or even a work dinner. Food here is all great. I've had a lot from their menu and it's all delicious. read more

Subtle opulence! Attentive Service. Modern American cuisine. Street parking, accessible building, elevator access to restaurant. Our seats had a lovely view of the arch and downtown skyline night lights.We've only been here for dinner, but am eager to check out their brunch and hopefully snag a seat on the outdoor patio overlooking the city. For a Friday night it wasn't very crowded, but we still had made reservations for a party of three. I'm a huge fan of the ambiance with the beaded chandeliers and Moroccan-style hanging lamps! I had the Okabe, the tofu was cooked perfectly. My table mates devoured the octopus appetizer within minutes and the place wasn't too noisy for great conversations! read more

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Brunch was very underwhelming. I had a pineapple mimosa that was very basic and likely not fresh (or even real) juice. My omelette was greasy and lacking flavor. My friend ordered the French toast sticks, which were over-fried and also greasy. This isn't what I expect for the higher cost of this place. read more

Ambiance begins good but then you notice a Hindi movie of emaciated children on all TVs with English subtitles. Not sure but starving children in bare feet is not something I want to watch while dining. At the table, dirty wine glasses and then something fell on us from the ceiling, not sure what it was but it was a combination of grit and wet. We moved and got new wine glasses. Then the worst, the food!. We had duck. The presentation was great but it ended there. Everything tasted like old Canola oil. Temps were almost warm. The Duck was the star of this failure, more rancid Canola oil used 10 times past its useful life and the meat was rubberized and fowl tasting, no pun intended. What a shame, our last experience was some time ago, clean with delicious food. This time a horrible miss.... read more

The Bellwether is a great brunch spot. We were there for their Sunday brunch. They have a pretty comprehensive brunch menu ranging from Benedict's to waffles. There is definitely something for everyone! I had the Florentine Benedict. It came with a side of smash fried potatoes. It was delicious! My friends had the sirloin steak sandwich,loaded waffle and a mushroom omelette. All the dishes were excellent. They have cocktails, beer and wine for brunch as well. They have bottomless mimosas for $18. For dessert we tried the Cinnamon crunch toast. It was deep fried goodness. Highly recommend! The server was friendly and patient with us. You can conveniently make a reservation on Yelp. read more

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Same owners as Polite Society and might be a little better, definitely a more elevated dining experience there. The decor is spectacular, very Moroccan feeling and beautiful. The food really is a star there, service is always great there as well. read more

Fantastic brunch! Outside patio is beautiful to sit on a nice day, and the food was great. Loved the Benedict and French toast, we split both. Best mocktail I've ever had. Great service as well. read more

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Very good brunch spot! We were seated on the second floor--the library seating area. Great atmosphere and lots of seating. The classic Benedict was great! The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so tasty. Potatoes were good as well. Overall I would recommend and will probably go back! read more

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This was our first experience at the Bellwether. I brought my Mom for a girls night out and I was amazing. The menu had so many things we wanted to try that we ordered and shared. We had the beet salad, crab cakes, Brussels and the short ribs. Nothing was short of amazing. The only thing was the crab cakes were a little fishy. But I feel like that's personal preference. We will definitely be back. read more

Absolutely wonderful food and drinks. We tried several places on our visit that were 5 stars that missed the mark but this was not one of those. The Bloody Mary delicious, the food amazing. We had pork belly sandwich, bacon fried rice AND the churro waffle. You can't go wrong with any cuz all were amazing! The beverages were delicious and service was great! read more

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Date night, Friends Night, Brunch, "Place to Grab Drinks" - The Bellwether is the perfect place for it all!! The restaurant is gorgeous, the patio is perfect for a nice night, and you have great views of the city. The food is consistently great! Reservations recommended! Parking is easy! MY FAVS: Tuna Crudo, Togarashi Fríes, Strip Steak read more

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Went to brunch with girlies here and it was so bomb! We all enjoyed our meals. I practically inhaled mine. The food really hit the spot. The potatoes were delicious and my friends all enjoyed their meals! The server was helpful in helping me decide what Mocktail to order and they were always available when we needed them! The location sits on the 3rd floor near climb so ill. I liked the location and the view was very nice! I really look forward to visiting the bellwether again for brunch but also to try dinner! read more

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So far, this is my favorite brunch place I have tried so far! The atmosphere is amazing. The menu is small, but better so because it would be way too hard to choose if it was bigger. Our waiter. Ryan was very accommodating , as was the rest of the staff. We will definitely be back. I hope multiple times.. read more

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