The most entertaining hotel lobby. Once you climb the steps or walk off the tiny elevator you will be transported into the Grand Hall of Union Station. This lobby offers food, drinks, and a show! This is a great hotel for tourists, convention attendees, and folks in town for the moment. The food is not great as a standalone but have a drink or two and you will be glad you ordered the bite. There is also a light show that repeats regularly but it's a big hit during the winter holiday season. It's great for photoshoots with friends too. Not the most accessible as you will need assistance navigating it from the curb. read more

The Grand Hall - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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The stylish and sophisticated Grand Hall inside Union Station features elegant historic touches like the original terrazzo floor, green glazed terracotta bricks, stained glass windows & wooden detailing. The Allegorical Window is a hand-crafted design of stained glass. Three women are depicted in Tiffany glass representing the expanse of train travel in the 1890s from New York to San Francisco with St. Louis in the middle, linking it all together. Now an innovative 3D light show set to music projects across the Grand Hall's entire 65-foot vaulted ceiling, daily at 5pm. There is a Hilton Hotel, bar & marketplace in the hall. It is expansive & beautiful, but not much is happening here. read more

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Breakdown * Price: 3* * The food tastes regular and expensive, not worth it. * Food Quality: 2* * Ribeye Philly Flatbread = 18 * Taste regular there is nothing special that is worth the price * Calamari Fritto = $18. * Not crunchy. Tastes regular; there is nothing special that is worth the price. * Service: 3* * I cleared something and helped the server, then the server thanked me for clearing the item. * The receptionist said there was a light show, that's the reason why we stayed and ordered food. Later, the server said that there was no light show. * Ambiance: 5* * Cleanliness: 5* Each category is rated on a 0 to 5-star scale, with a rounded overall rating. Disclaimer Although I may not be a professional critic, my review is based solely on my experience. I assure you that my evaluation is entirely unbiased and not influenced by any form of compensation from the establishment. I aim to provide an honest and accurate assessment to assist those seeking an informed review. read more

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First time we were here was June 29 and it was fantastic. As it was quite busy ( we were fortunate to get a couch to sit on), my husband went to the bar and ordered drinks and food directly from the bartender (Joel(?)), who was really friendly and personally delivered the drinks and food. Drinks were well mixed with a good pour, and the food ( app) yummy. The St. Louis Hilton/ Union Station Hotel prides itself in this hall, the "crown jewel", and it is...and they have fabulous light shows projected on the ceiling hourly from 5 or 6 PM-10/11 , as brochure and website contradict each other. **** Be sure to call ahead to see if this space is available and open. We booked 2 nights 2 weeks later and were surprised, disappointed and ultimately angered that the hall/shows/ bar and restaurant were closed and unavailable to the public, or even guests, due to a wedding. This was all non disclosed and the main reason why we picked this hotel. *** good luck having anyone pick up the phone if it goes through the main / front desk, unless you get Ella who was the only professional employee. We were able to enjoy the Grand Gall the following night, and they were packed. Our server ( a pretty blonde whose name escapes me) was hustling, and when she accidentally brought me the wrong drink, comped our first round on her own accord. Talk about outstanding customer service. Further, the manager himself, ( Tom, as we later learned), literally removed his jacket, rolled up his sleeves, and helped serve, etc. Truly a professional here; very hands on and personable as he served our food as well. Only wish the front desk manager, Crystal, and the majority of her staff, would learn from true good leadership. Food: excellent, we got a flatbread pizza and something else; I somehow didn't take photos, but everything was good . read more

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If staying at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel, visiting this lobby is a must. There are different light shows every hour in the evenings and it can be a fun place to meet up for a drink. The bartenders were always friendly and the bar area was always clean and welcoming. read more

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We came last year and had an incredible experience! This year was very different. Very long wait time to get drinks, food, had to move to sit at the bar to get service. Got no waters, silverware, and would've had another drink but were never asked. Our first pizza was burnt before they brought it out so they made another pizza which came out underdone. Hoping they get this figured out because the light show & experience was an incredible memory last year! read more

The Grand Hall - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

This beautiful bar is inside the Union Station Hotel in the heart of Downtown STL. This is the "hotel bar" if you will but it's honestly so much more. The paintings and stained glass surrounding the bar are stunning. Every hour, on the hour until 11pm they do a music and light show. I watched while enjoying a glass of Prosecco. You can order food from the restaurant at the bar and enjoy at the bar or one of the surrounding tables. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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What a cool and historic place! Although I was here for a special (Yelp) event, this is a place worth checking out! Right across the street from the new STL FC stadium, you've got plenty to check out at Union Station ... Grand Hall and bar, evening light show, the Wheel, STL Aquarium and more. Shout out to Kelse, our STL Yelp CM for organizing an amazing, fancy and fun location to bring the Elite Squad in for 2023 pics, HH bevvies and tasty eats and treats! Cheers, enjoy! ...and SYOY! read more

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What a wonderful event with a surprise twist! As soon as you arrive at the venue location, there are beautiful historic doors that you get to walk through, and a beautiful staircase that winds up into a magnificent ballroom. The food was was a large variety. They had seafood options, so I was glad that they had other options for people like me that have allergies and unfortunately are not able to eat seafood even though I carry my EpiPen and give myself a little injection when I'm feeling frisky and I want to be part of the cool group. My favorite was the onion dip with the pork rinds that they had to offer. Call me lame, but I am always a sucker for a good pork rind. They were almost the size of my hand crispy and full of flavor, but not overpowering. I also thoroughly enjoyed the triple chocolate dessert my goodness I almost had a smack my own hand it to stay away from the desert area. Lastly, their salad was Fantabulous, and they included blue cheese crumbles in the salad. It was like they knew I was coming in for that alone they get five stars for being unique. I never had an empty plate. I'm not kidding when I say before I finished my last bite they were offering to take my plate and clean the table. The drink options also a large variety and delicious. I played it safe with a white wine, Chardonnay. I know I went from being lame to being boring, but it was a fabulous glass of Chardonnay. read more

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Beautiful spot for a wedding! We had such a good time and it was so elegant. I loved the light show at the beginning of the Reception and the lighting was super pink for the majority of the reception which I loved. Staff were super efficient and kind as well, I will never forget this experience! I also stayed at the hotel and it was SO nice only having to walk a few minutes to go to bed instead of driving 30 minutes home after a long day. read more

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All I can say about, The Grand Hall is that it truly is, "Grand". It really lives up to its name. It is massive in size and in beauty. I personally enjoy stopping by with a friend, ordering a Martini or Manhattan and enjoying a good conversation while relaxing in one of their comfy seating areas. Best of all, is the light show that is projected on the arched ceiling at the top of every hour at night. You'll be mesmerized by its beauty and how it is magically set to music. I love the one dedicated to, The Beatles, but my all-time favorite has to be the holiday one at Christmas. If you have out-of-town guess, you've got to bring them here for a cocktail and to experience the light show. It's a tourist destination. read more

I am so glad Kelse the community manager decided to host an event here. I actually fell in love with the environment which is rare for me. Thank you! read more

All I can say is wow! The cocktails are delicious and the light show is unforgettable. Right now, they have a Beatles show playing and it is an absolute treat. The staff is very professional and know how to make a tasty cocktail. The I side of this hotel bar is absolutely stunning by itself. It's worth a pop in! read more

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Cane here for a private Yelp elite event! The staff is on point. The second my plate or drink was empty they were on it. The hall itself is magnificent! The lights show at the top of the hour is so freaking cool, and not the same every time. I will be back when it is open to the public. Super fancy! read more

The Grand Hall - Beverages - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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To say that The Grand Hall is stunning is an understatement. The decor, especially during the holidays, is beautiful! You don't want to miss the light show! It's projected on the ceiling every hour at night with different shows - The Beatles, Queen, Holiday Themed - all make the experience memorable. The drinks are great and be sure to get the loaded tots! read more

The Grand Hall is an event space inside the Union Station Complex. It's part bar, part hotel lobby, part wedding reception venue. When you walk in and look up, it's hard to not feel like a child gazing up in amazement at the splendor of the space. And it's no wonder why! In its prime in the mid 1940′s, more than 100,000 passengers a day passed through Union Station. The Grand Hall, the gem of the train station featuring Romanesque arches, 65-foot barrel vaulted ceiling and stained glass windows, originally housed a hotel, a restaurant, passenger waiting rooms and railroad ticketing offices. After being redeveloped starting in the early 2000's, the Grand Hall was transformed into one of the most beautiful event spaces in the city. I love taking friends and family who visit St. Louis to the Grand Hall as a gateway into exploring Union Station. It's the perfect way to set the stage for the day's experience. At the top of the hour every hour, the Grand Hall darkens and they use high powered projectors to present a magical display on the massive, vaulted ceiling. They freshen the shows up fairly often, so it gives you a good reason to go back. I also find that the bar within the Grand Hall is a great "date night" place, especially during COVID times as the massive space gives you ample opportunity practice safe social distancing. They always have well crafted cocktails and a curated beer list. You can't help but feel like an affluent 1900's traveler waiting for their train whilst sipping and old fashioned. The experience is truly magical and worth the trip Downtown. read more

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Such a classy set! I always enjoy walking into Union Station's beautiful Grand Hall, even if it is just for the short cut to Starbucks. Yes coffee lovers & business meeting geeks, Grand Hall has a small but mighty Starbucks located inside. The Grand Hall has soooo many wonderful attributes to be enjoyed. I'll name a few: gorgeous full bar, intimate set for special occasions, plenty of comfy seating, magnificent Brogue inspired decor, walls/ceiling of art, televisions and most importantly the most captivating dancing light shows in town. The Grand Hall sets the tone for making any event a success. I'd definitely get married here. ~Christy read more

The Grand Hall - ''tis the season - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Having spent a lot of time in the Kansas City Union Station because of my father spending a career there, I love to see other depots and how they have been refurbished and re-utilized. St. Louis; you have succeeded in creating a masterpiece! The large arched Grand Hall is a restaurant, bar and event center, but also the home of a majestic light and sound show. Each hour on the hour from 4pm until 2am the lights dim and the entire ceiling and walls become the screen for a stunning 5 minute visual feast. Since I was staying at the Union Station Hilton, it was so convenient to have such a beautiful place just steps away from my room. Besides the amazing architecture and electronic wizardry, the staff was the best! I spent about 2 hours each day of my 2 night stay here and had outstanding drinks, recommendations and genuine conversations with 4 different staff; all masters of mixology and customer service. Special recognition to bartender Luciano for being a great ambassador for the space and the city! The Grand Hall is one of my favorite cocktail experiences ever! read more

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Two star rating due to disappointment in communication. Prior to arrival I checked the menu and hours via the webpage provided to Yelp. (There is no dining menu or hours provided via Hilton hotel page) Menu looked good and they are open until midnight according to their page. This is not the case. The menu is NOT for the bar area of The Grand Hall (according to our server) the menu they have is 1/6th of what is available. So get ready for your cheeseburger and fried appetizers. My daughter ordered specifically from the child's menu (literally pointing at her choice) she was given the adult truffle version of Mac and cheese-so she didn't eat. We also asked for dressing on the side, which was delivered with all 4 salads fully dressed in another dressing. We only tasted it as we couldn't see it due to lack of lighting after laser show finished. The seasonal drink menu was sold out by 9 pm on a Wednesday, poor planning. PROS: gorgeous building, cool light show. Comfortable atmosphere. CONS: worst communication skills with our server, terrible webpage and inaccurate information on multiple levels. This is not the first time we have stayed here but the first time it has been this level of disappointment. With a brand new soccer stadium across the street Hilton needs to make an investment with this place-do better. read more

The peach sangria is a troptical explosion in your mouth! The kind that you want. Ambiance: very classic and old-American. St louis has always been known as the gateway to the west and there are hidden gems in St. Louis that you have to really search for including the Grand Hall. There is a nice classy bar underneath the gold-leafed Romanesque arches. read more

The Grand Hall - Peach sangria - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

If you are in St. Louis and appreciate architecture, the Grand Hall is really a must see! Stained glass windows, gold leaf and Romanesque arches adorn the space. You can sit on couches or in padded chairs, or have a seat at the bar. We stopped in for drinks before heading up to our room for the night and were lucky enough to catch the last scheduled light show of the night. We were also treated to a bonus Beatles light show a little bit later, which was fun. There is a food menu available, but I believe they stop serving at 9 or 10 p.m. Check out the whispering arch. Enjoy a wine, beer or soft drink in what has to be one of the classiest lounges still around. read more

The Grand Hall - Beautiful - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Well this place is pretty amazing. I took the train into St. Louis and stayed at the neighboring hotel. Weary eyed, I walked from the gray Amtrak station on a breezy, cloudy December day hauling my bags and a bit worn out. When I walked into the Grand Hall, it was like a thousand lights turned on and I sort of froze. The architecture in here is incredible, with high arched ceilings and absolutely decked to the nines in holiday goodness. Green and red lights, a gigantic Christmas tree and holiday music bouncing off the walls. During my time there, I witnessed a holiday dinner, countless light shows (not sure what to call them?), and a big private holiday party. While a tad tricky because it's attached to a Union Station hotel but also operates as a stand-alone event venue, I can say this Grand Hall was pretty grand and definitely put me in the holiday mood. read more

The Grand Hall - Tis the season - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Incredibly beautiful hall with much history and meticulous restoration; A jewel of St. Louis. We enjoyed drinks and small plates here to celebrate my bday and were quite pleased. $40 for a yummy flat bread pizza, and deliciously fresh Waldorf salad, a Malbec and a beer. We will bring out of town visitors to enjoy this gem. A fun night out and easy metro link ride. The hourly vintage short historic film projected on the grand ceiling and the famous whispering arch are icing on the cake. read more

The Grand Hall - Flatbread and Waldorf. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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The Grand Ballroom at Union Station is a beautiful and historic event space. I was lucky to attend a large Yelp St. Louis event in this space and was impressed. From the moment you enter until you leave there are just little details that make this Ballroom stand out. The the 65- foot barrel vaulted ceiling is beautiful beyond measure. Tiffany Stained Glass Windows, Frescos, Gold Leafing all make this Ballroom one of a kind. A stand out stained glass window in the space is the "Allegorical Window" which is framed by the famous "Whispering Arch". The Whispering Arch is clearly marked with a plaque at the second floor North Entrance. When you whisper in this area, the person standing across the room can hear what you said. It works best if you go one at a time with talking and listening. The Grand Ballroom offers 20,000 square feet of space. There were plenty of places to enjoy in The Grand Hall. I particularly loved the mezzanine behind the bar. The staff were friendly, respectful, and available. There were workers around every corner. I hope to attend an event in The Grand Hall again soon. read more

This place is stunning!!! Don't miss the hourly light show that's on between 5pm and 11pm. We spent a good few hours here as a result! Good wine and cocktails too. All staff were v pleasant. read more

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I think the Grand Hall had a major management over haul. Went there during happy our. We were seen promptly, the person how serviced us was amazing. Didn't even need a piece of paper for a six drink order. We didn't have to wait. Great job Grand Hall!!! read more

What a beautiful, amazing, classic event space. The Grand Hall is absolutely gorgeous and definately unique!!! The BF & I were able to attend a YELP event here and I was completely blown away. The space is extremely large and open so it gives you a variety of options to play with, regarding your event and theme. It sets the mood for romance, elegance, excitement and intimacy.The bar is also amazing and classic with that modern touch, fully loaded so I imagine they should be able to concoct a delicious cocktail for your enjoyment. We witnessed numerous creative light shows, showcased on the ceiling. The seating is classy and comfortable from what we experienced. It was my first time there and hopefully not my last. I think this is an amazing space to host any event!!!! read more

Had the pleasure of coming here for the Yelp Grand Hall Christmas party and this venue alone made me so happy to be there. The valet outside was quick and allowed super easy access to the party. The archways, the stairs, just everything here is very beautiful in it's art deco style to look at. The overflow parking I believe was a bit away, which was a drawback, but ubering here or using valet may be simple solutions to sidecut walking the stretch between the parking lot and the venue which was a block or so. Bartenders here were all friendly and poured great cocktails. Bottled beers were served and although the variety was minimal, offerings of cocktails and wine was a great divergence from a bottle. Stopping by the Grand Hall to snap some photos or take a group here who's visiting would be memorable for anyone interested in learning more about the history of the building, the city, or just wanting interesting pictures. read more

If you haven't been to Grand Hall since it has been renovated than you're missing out. This space has quickly turned into a "must see" for those who are visiting the city and for locals who don't know what they're missing. This space has quickly turned into one of my favorite places to impress friends or acquaintances. Last night an old friend from high school was in town visiting from LA and wanted to go somewhere awesome they haven't been before. Grand Hall was the perfect spot. Seriously. They have valet but parking during the week day is easy since there are plenty of meters out front. Walking into Grand Hall when it's lit up is nothing short of breathtaking. I can't even describe how beautiful it is. The photos don't even do it justice. Just go. I have yet to eat here but I've gotten drinks on multiple occasions. First off, the service is phenomenal. This area doubles as a hotel lobby for guests but by no means feels like a hotel lobby. It feels like one of the nicest bar/lounges that St. Louis currently has to offer. Another huge plus? It's super reasonably priced! All the craft brews were $5-7, cocktails are $9-10, and wine by the glass is $8-20. These prices are basically the same as any other decent bar in town. My recommendation? Get the Old Fashioned. It was amazing and had a rock candy stick to use as a stir. Also, in the evening they have an amazing light show that happens on the ceiling. The best way to describe it is "magical." Sounds cheesy? Yes, but it's not. It's quite mesmerizing. Pro tip: When you walk in the primary entrance of GH there is a spot called "The Whispering Arch." It has a little plaque on it explaining the whole thing but basically you can whisper into the wall on one end and someone standing on the opposite side of the arch can hear you loud and clear! Yay for Science. I can't wait to show Grand Hall off to more friends and out-of-towners. read more

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Robert and Andrew are THE best bartender at the bar in the Grand Hall. They're great conversationalist and good mixologists. I had a great time last day at my conference thanks to them. I suggest getting the Washington Ave! There's also a great light show every so often so it's a beautiful place to be to watch it. Our conference booked the place for a social and despite that they still managed to get us our drinks without a long wait time. read more

The Grand Hall is so beautiful. I hadn't been in here since I was a child. It looks amazing since its remodel. The light show runs every 30 minutes or so and it's different each time. The staff and bartenders are super friendly and accommodating. It looks extra festive dressed up for the holidays. I'll be back. read more

After riding the "elevator" to the top of the Gateway Arch, my wife and I decided it was time to relax with a cocktail. A friend of ours had just been to St Louis, and recommended this spot -- definitely a must-see in this city! The Grand Hall is part of the old Union Railroad Station, and the bar is in the Grand Hall. With its 65 foot tall arched ceiling, decorated with frescoes and lead-glass windows, the hall is grand indeed. Every hour from 5-10 pm there is a (free) 3D light and music show projected on the ceiling. After seeing one show, featuring the "Magical Mystery Tour" album, we ordered another round and watched the next light show, featuring Queen. Absolutely incredible! My wife enjoyed her "Rock Island" Old Fashioned; my choice was the excellent New York Central "Grandhattan". We repeated for the second round. Complementing the fine beverages was an order of the pretzel bites with beer cheese sauce. Plump and airy, the bites were an excellent appetizer, and the generous sauce portion allowed "double dipping". Highly recommended all around! read more

The Grand Hall - Pretzel bites and cocktails! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Great drinks. Good food. The schlafly pale ale and the local chocolate milk stout was delicious. The trans Siberian is such a different mixed drink if you like ginger. We loved it! Beer cheese and pretzels were OK. Service was good as well. Our server, Kay was very sweet read more

The Grand Hall - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Union Station was one of the places you brought visitors to STL. It fell on every travel guide somewhere after the Arch and the AB plant, but before New Busch. The shops were OK, but the hall was pretty cool, if pretty empty. Maybe I've given it a 3 star review in the past. But The Grand Hall is a different awesome beast altogether. They turned an empty, nearly-unused old waiting room into a classy cocktail lounge with spectacular laser and light shows with history lessons projected in. It's pricey, but service at the tables and booths are good. And this address remains a must-see for visitors to (and residents of) STL. read more

This place is beautiful. We didn't go for an event or anything but just ended up for here for a drink and to see the light show. There was wait staff but we had an awful experience waiting way too long to order and receive our drinks. However service at the bar itself was way quicker so grab a drink at the bar then a seat. The Grand Hall was seasonally decorated for Christmas and the light show was amazing and almost made up for the whole drink debacle. I would visit again! read more

Beautiful space with very friendly bartenders and wait staff. My peach sangria was delicious. The hourly night show was amazing and really made our night special. Would definitely come back read more

Nice space but there are a few drawbacks. The most noticeable is the lighting. I get that they have a neat light show on their ceiling. It was moderately interesting but lighting could have been better at the table level without interfering with the light show. It was dark enough that it felt rather like a place where people go to hide instead of feeling like an upscale place to grab a drink. Service was mediocre at best. I ordered three different drinks and each one was made wrong. Maybe the lighting was to blame??? read more

I've been here several times already for a variety of functions. Tucked in Union Station, the name is perfect - The Grand Hall. It's beautiful, very art deco, and it takes you back in time. I would highly recommend hosting an event here or just stopping by for a photo opp. I feel so pretty when I'm in here. read more

This is such a gorgeous and unique space! I was here for a Yelp event and really enjoyed the ambiance. The layout of the couches and tables as well as the super long bar were really conducive for small talk and meeting people. As a St. Louis newbie (moved here about a month ago), I don't really know what the Grand Hall looked like before the renovations, but they did a great job as far as I can tell! The architecture is already stunning and they accentuated it even more by adding a light show, which is expertly choreographed to music. It's very entertaining! read more

Spectacular, in a Disney kind of way. They took an1894 train terminal with 65-foot barrel-vaulted ceiling, refurbished the space, and installed a 16-projector holographic light show. Wow! Take a date for drink or two, and enjoy the fireworks. read more