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    The Crow's Nest

    3.9 (380 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    THE CROW'S NEST ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Hipster
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Ranchero steak brunch
    Mac R. M.

    Restaurants on this block don't seem to last long. Crow's Nest however has been around for the better part of the decade. And for good reason. It is a testament to how good the dishes are crafted here. Always had gone here for supper and never brunch. Until now. I wasn't concerned because this place has always delivered on deliciousness. Ordered the Ranchero with steak. The fried eggs was made to perfection - not over cooked but not runny. The salsa had a good kick to it. Lucky for me the friend who I was catching up with had a lengthy story which allowed me to eat continuously, while giving non verbal Q's that I was listening. For those that haven't been here, the place has a death metal thematic decor and so are the tunes. But have no fear if you don't like death metal, you can choose to seat outside where the music isn't as loud. If you like death metal, you'd feel at home here. Public parking lot in rear. Post script: mac n cheese with hot chicken is very good on dinner menu and everyone that I've introduced this place to has become a fan instantly.

    Yummy burger!
    Matthew M.

    Recently tried Crow's Nest again and waited more than 20 minutes hoping to order with the server. Didn't get to order beverages, appetizer or entrees. When we first arrived, a server informed us she would be right back to wipe our table off but she never came back. She greeted another couple who arrived 10 minutes after we did. We went next door to The Post and they waited on us right away! Many tables were dirty. It was loud which is expected on a Friday. Last time we were there service was much better.

    Shalaunte W.

    Cute drinks! Small hole in the wall pub. Cute pics on the wall. Full menu. Cute drink list . Reasonable prices. Bar staff friendly. Street parking available but it's easier to park across the street on the Schnucks lot and walk across the street. I only ordered a drink called Drop a Bitch which consisted of Deep Eddy Lemon , Raspberry Liqueur and lemonade. It tastes like a snow cone . I hoped it would have been bigger .

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    Leslie D.

    I met friends for drinks on their heated patio on a cold Tuesday evening. There was lots of space and seating on the patio. Plenty of free parking nearby. I did not see any staff members come out to the patio. Loud metal music was piped into the patio area - I thought it was too loud but that's kind of their thing. They have food but I did not eat this visit.

    Caesar Salad with hot honey chicken
    Miranda G.

    This is nifty hidden gem! The vibe is cool with the menus being on album covers and the overall theme being semi rock and roll/grunge in my opinion. Food is fantastic and the drinks are good! The staff I'm here is very kind and helpful as I can never make a decision. I have only been a few times but will be back!

    Erika H.

    Came here for happy hour with coworkers to decompress and chill. The vibes in this place were low key and laid back. There is plenty of parking across the street as well as some parking directly in front, but limited to 2 hours. We sat at the bar. There are also some booths you can sit at. Our server was polite and took care of us right away.I ordered a drop-a-b**** cocktail. It was smooth and gave me a spiked iced tea vibe. I also ordered the honey hot mac and cheese. The chicken was juicy, and delicious, with a crunchy crust. The hot honey was absolutely amazing. The Mac and cheese was cheesy and flavourful. I'm not a fan of blue cheese so i could've done without it, but if you like it, then go for it. There are so many cool little Knick knacks around this place, and they are expanding to the unit next door so they will have some video games. Nice hidden gem in Maplewood!

    Leah N.

    I went here with a friend last night for drinks. The bar area did not have seats for two people so me and my friend sat at the table. We both got the same type of drinks each. The first drink we got was the drop a B drink, which consists of the sugar rim drink. The second drink was the hedgehog. Which is fruitier than the first thing and tasted lighter in alcohol content. I got the frisco melt sandwich with waffle fries for entree. My friend got their burgers and waffle fries. The food was good here.

    Macaroni and cheese topped with hot honey chicken
    Jasmine H.

    This was my first time trying this place and the food was good! Based on what I read from the menu I thought this meal was going to be more on the basic side but I was definitely wrong, there was nothing basic about this dish. Theac and cheese had a deeper flavor profile than other Mac and cheese dishes I've tried. Also the hot honey chicken was a perfect blend of sweet and spicy with a crispy outer layer. The inside of the bar was pretty small and narrow, so it was a bit of a tight squeeze getting to a seat.

    Breakfast burger aka sandpaper.
    Cindy S.

    Breakfast metal brunch.... Don't get the burger. Absolutely no taste. I had two bites and took it home to my son who eats everything....he took a bite and said, "why is there no taste." Needless to say - $20 in the trash. I feel guilty.

    Steak sando
    Austin S.

    Authentically St. Louis. Littered with pop culture, punk rock, and St. Louis flare this divey haunt serves up some solid eats. When you walk in, the walls are inundated with artwork and an old school movie is on the projector. Menus are printed in old record books. We got some cheese curds and fried pickles to start. The fried pickles are chunked up spears which is amazing. i love fried pickle spears. They were crispy, salty, and still super juicy. Plus, the sauce was wonderful. The cheese curds were just as great. Please, dip them in the tomato jam! It is sweet, savory, and acidic. Absolutely beautiful. The steak sandwich was great as well. A nice ciabatta roll with crispy onions, medium rare steak sliced thin, and some jalapeno cheese sauce. Absolutely wonderful. All of the workers were wonderful. I am not sure if they all share roles, but we did not have just 1 server. Every server would periodically check in, give refills, take orders, etc. Not sure if that is the norm but I thought it was a cool concept to have communal serving. All in all, an amazing spot. Not upscale, not stuffy. Just a welcoming eatery for any and all to enjoy some wonderfully executed bar fare!

    Breakfast Sandwich
    Steven F.

    We were looking for a brunch spot on a rainy Saturday and ended up on the covered patio at the Crow's Nest for their "Metal Brunch". I had an Irish Coffee to warm me up, and it was standard but hit the spot. I had the Eggs Beni which were just alright. The breaded and fried poached eggs were a bit too much for me, and the fried capers made the dish too salty for my taste, so I ended up trying to avoid them. The hashbrown casserole was good but a much tinier serving than expected, so I wouldn't say they are worth the upcharge. My bf liked his Breakfast Sandwich, and the Brunch Burger sounds good, so we may be back to try it out again at some point.

    Salmon BLT - Side House Salad with Worcestershire vinaigrette. Amazing dressing!
    Kari K.

    I love sitting and eating at the bar here. All sorts of old school decor around the bar/restaurant. It's a lil' dark on the inside and they do have outdoor seating outback. Good music playing usually, too. They have great food, been here a number of times and never disappointed with food or service. Give this place a try - it's worth it!

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    Angela W.

    Love the atmosphere, loud music and great food. The weather was wonderful so we sat on the patio. We got the fried pickles and cheeseburgers with fries. So good! Service is always impeccable. If you are lucky you might even get a visit from Carl the resident cat.

    Salmon BLT with black beans and rice

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    Jus a real.dope spot. The atmosphere the staff the outside deck They had shrimp that were excellent but the house salad is my favorite.

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    I've never been dissappointed with Crow's Nest; their food, service and ambiance is amazing every time. This place is a Maplewood staple ‍

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    I attended an event in the event room. Small room that is separate from the bar. I'm guessing it…read morewould hold up to 20 people comfortably. We had 10 and we were able to sit around the long stationary table in the middle of the room. Global Brew Tap House does not charge for the event room. They ask for reservations and for the attendees to patronize the bar. Perfect for a meeting or a book club. I had a couple of beers. Wide selection of local and popular craft beers . Bartender was friendly and offered to keep a tab. Lots of parking. Loved this place!

    A casual vibe, great place for beer and a group happy hour…read more Every time I come here I am amazed at how much fun it is and what a great draft selection they have. Walk in and there are plenty of tables, a couple of gathering areas, standing room narrow tables, an outdoor area, and a room off to the side. I went for the Logboat Dark Matter which I have had before in a can and wanted to try on draft. I enjoyed it very much. You know what is great?! Since they don't have food, you can bring it in yourself. Both times our group has met up here Katie's Pizza is the choice and its in the same parking lot. You can't go wrong with Katie's. Bartender is on the ball and friendly, TV's all around, not too loud so you can talk. Wednesday nights they have Trivia and I stayed for the first round, it was very current for the current event category. Get a pizza from Katie's, go here, have a beer, have fun!

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    Friday during Lent, I was excited to try the fish sandwich. It was busy! Lots of little groups…read moreand families. We spotted a couple of bar seats and squeezed our way in. Lively atmosphere, bartenders were welcoming and interactive. We ordered the Hot Cheese curds as an appetizer, and I got the Obscura as me beer of choice. Not going to lie, the cheese curds were as advertised! They were hot! Not so much that I couldn't handle but don't take them lightly, they are good. They came drizzled with a good ranch. The beer was great, especially with the hot cheese curds. Ordered the Friday Fish Sando with no cheese. Came out in a timely manner, large and crispy! It was messy in the best way. Crispy, beer battered cod, lettuce, and house made tarter. It was juicy on the inside with none of the batter mush you can sometimes get with fried fish, loved the house made tarter, all-around great sandwich. The fries were on point, too. Crispy but not greasy. Great space, friendly staff, good food!

    This is one of my favorite breweries in STL! I am a huge fan of sour beers and side project never…read moredisappoints with their draft sours. The bartenders were so friendly and helpful in choosing which beers to order. The kitchen is also phenomenal and I love coming here for their crispy chicken sandwich. We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was packed, so we parked across the street at side project pizza. Tables ranged from families with small children to friends watching march madness. There was a small wait for the food but it was worth it! We will be back soon

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    This place is so, so cool. My cousin took me out for dinner and I had never even heard of this…read morespot. Wow, it's such a beautiful and moody spot full of charm!! We had to wait 15 minutes for a booth but I didn't mind because this place serves LOOKS. The decor was awesome! Everything from the stellar service, crispy and lacey smash burgers and gorgeous dining room(s) made me realize why this spot is always recommended to me. We were very happy with our food and it was under $50 for two people! Check out Golden Hoosier, you won't regret it.

    I love me some, Golden Hoosier. They never disappoint me. They've got their A-Game going for both…read morecocktails and food. For me, they definitely are the King of Happy Hours. Being retired and a day drinker, I appreciate the 11 AM till 6 PM time frame for HH. It lets me day drink and enjoy lunch all at the same time. A recent visit I tried the Steak Bites with a side of Skinny Fries. My friend who was eating low-carb, enjoyed a Wedge Salad with Steak. Both of us enjoyed our meal. Another visit, I tried a different Smash Burger than what I normally enjoy and may have a new favorite. The Bacon Jam, with a fried onion, bacon jam and sharp cheddar cheese is now my Blue Ribbon winner. During the cold months, I like being able to hang a coat on the hooks positioned under the bar. It makes life so much easier. They are also great for ladies to safely secure their purses. As warmer weather approaches, I'm looking forward to bringing my four legged children to enjoy the dog friendly patio. Bartenders and wait staff get two thumbs up. They always make guest feel welcomed.

    OB Clark's - Hamburger pizza

    OB Clark's

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    We landed here after 4 other restaurants were closed or had closed kitchens after seeing a late…read moremovie. Last time I was there, the food wasn't impressive. This time the food was hot and fresh, service was good and we really enjoyed our meal. The fries green beans and the horse radish sauce were very good. The hot wings were good but nothing special or distinct. They also offer another kind of trashed and baked wing but I wasn't feeling as adventurous to try it at the time. The bacon cheeseburger was nicely cooked and juicy. Prices were fairly reasonable. The only minus is the parking is kind of odd but we made our way to the front door and it's pretty loud in there if that matters to you.

    Stopped by O.B. Clark's for a casual dinner and drinks with the family. It's definitely your…read moretypical neighborhood sports bar--nothing fancy, but comfortable and easy. The atmosphere was fine--lively but not overwhelming, and it worked well for a laid-back night out. Our server was friendly and attentive, which honestly stood out as one of the better parts of the experience. Food-wise, it was just okay. We tried a mix of things--tater tots, wings (both sauced and dry), pizza, and chicken tenders. Everything was decent, but nothing really stood out. The wings had good flavor but weren't anything special, and the pizza was pretty standard bar-style. Portions were solid, though, and it's definitely the kind of place where you can find something everyone will eat. Overall, it's a good spot if you're looking for a casual, no-pressure place to hang out, watch a game, and grab some familiar bar food--but I wouldn't go out of my way for the food itself.

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