I've been here at least a dozen times. A bunch of us come…read morehere for the pinball, I come for the food and drinks.... And a little pinball. They have a fully stocked bar and always have a great pinball lineup. The food (Tiny Chef) inside the bar is hands down a hidden gem in St. Louis. The food is on another level.

Great dive bar! They've got an interesting cocktail menu and LOTS of pinball machines in the back…read moreroom. An awesome place to hang out.

*Cash only! Buuuut worth it*…read more I was in Saint Louis for one (1) night recently in early autumn, and my pal, STL Yelp Community Manager Max R, suggested our group meet here for a queer dance party on a Saturday night. UMMMM, YES PLEASE. My boyfriend and I showed up around 10:30 and were ecstatic to find how low-key and unique the place was, and knowing how inclusive it is makes it all the more badass. He grabbed us each a can of Hamm's, because when in Rome, and we headed out to the back area to meet our friends. This was where I became truly invested. Livery Company has a fabulous outdoor space, and when I say "fabulous," I mean it feels like you're hanging out in someone's backyard, except you are at a bar. It was about 55-60 degrees on this particular Saturday, so pretty chilly, but we still very much enjoyed ourselves around the big bonfire that was burning, because we were surrounded by both people we knew, and people who were welcoming even though we were new. The entire vibe of Livery Company is divey-inclusive-comforting, and I think that's the highest compliment I can give. I'm SO glad we were invited to this particular space during a very quick trip to STL. Thank you for existing, Livery Company.

Quintessential Dive Bar!…read more When you look up South City Dive Bar on Google, Livery Company on South Broadway should be the first one on the list. Everything about it makes it the quintessential South City dive bar. Emily Ebeling has been a city business owner for quite some time. She first opened Livery Company on Cherokee Street, and her clientele grew quickly. Years after she closed that location, the South Broadway has just as much appeal as its predecessor. Cheap bar and unique music. What else can you ask for? LC hosts artists from different genres, but mostly singer-songwriters. They have a monthly songwriters showcase where local musicians share brand new works. I have met some very cool people and now have more talented friends than ever, all because of Livery's commitment to local artists. And the beer is cheap. Yes, they had me at cheap beer. You can get domestic cans for two dollars each, and many of the craft beers are four dollars. I can drink all night on less than a twenty dollar bill. That has dive bar written all over it. And cash only. I am a huge fan. Establishments that welcome diversity and celebrate local talent are well-appreciate. Cheers to Livery Company!

Amazing local business to support!! Glad to see the STL community is stepping up to help them…read morerebuild. I really hope The Heavy Anchor can open again soon :)

placed look cool but couldn't order food cuz a car drove through the place. Been here before…read morebartenders super friendly. Sucky situation tho

Iowa Buffet has been on my Yelp Bookmarks, for many years and I've finally visited. Let me begin by…read moretelling you it is definitely not in Iowa. It's not even on Iowa Avenue, it's at the corner of Iowa and Winnebago. Also, it's not a buffet. Its name is all a lie. What it truly is, is a diehard dive bar. If Bette Davis walked in she'd say, "What a dump." The decor is totally tacky and that is part of its charm. Another part of its charm is the welcoming atmosphere. When we entered not only did the bartender say, but so did a couple of the guest already seated at the bar. When reading the menu for your first time, you'll be shocked at low-low prices. Our plan was to have cheeseburgers and fries, but once we saw the pricing, we added wings as an appetizer. We had our wings, plain with Bleu Cheese for dipping. We received 6 pieces, 3 flats and 3 drums. I like it when the chicken pieces are the same quantity. They were super crispy and seasoned with only pepper and salt. I built my own cheeseburger. As my cheese, I chose Pepper Jack and added raw onion and jalapeños as garnishes. To make it perfect, all I had to add was ketchup and mustard. My dining partner enjoyed a Hank Burger, but changed the cheese from American to Pepper Jack. We both gave our burgers a thumbs up. Our adult beverage was Vodka and Club Soda. When the bartender brought us our drinks, at first we thought they were glasses of water. Yep, the cocktails were made in huge water glasses and they were strong. It's exactly what I'd expect from a dive bar. If you're on a tight budget and want to out, head over to Iowa Buffet for a budget friendly fun time. Good food and strong cocktails on the cheap.

Rude indifferent wait staff. Brittany is the worst. Took.my $ and never offered change. She…read morecertainly didn't deserve a tip.

Love this place! I highly recommend the Buffalo Cauliflower (balls?). They're absolute perfection…read more Are you done with all the crispy, spicy, unnecessarily flavorful Buffalo Cauliflower you can get anywhere? You're in luck. These babies are tiny, bland, and do not require teeth. How can it get any better? Tim's got you. For only $14, an entire serving of these little mushy boys will fit in a girl's jean pocket, and not leave a stain, unlike Tim.

Went here with friends for brunch. The place has a cool retro vibe. By the time I got there my…read morefriends were already seated so I joined them. For brunch, I an iced lavender latte and the good morning sunshine. My coffee and food were delicious. The good morning sunshine had a bit of everything. After brunch we hung around and played a game for a bit. Only complaint was that they sat a family with little kids next to us and they were pretty loud. Parking in this area was a bit confusing, but tims is a cool place and they do bingo on Sunday's so I def want to go back for that!

If you follow me on here you know I love a good dive bar and friends I found one of the best. This…read morehidden little gem in St Louis is one of the absolute best. The service was great. I loved the bartender he was just awesome. The drinks were great. I haven't paid $4.50 for a Jameson and coke in a decade. And it was an appropriate pour as well. He didn't go light or too heavy. Overall I give this place a solid 5/5.

Cheap booze, friendly staff, local bands. It's a great place to check out when you're in the area…read more Stop by for a pregame drink.

Another fun party at Small Change!…read more Happy Tiki Birthday to Jamie and Bill! I love the cocktail creations that include the Big O Liquor, this year I enjoyed the Back Breaker and the Big O-Spresso Martini. The Back Breaker was refreshing with the different fruit flavors and had a cute pineapple swizzle stick. The Big O-Spresso was very rich with lots of cream, yum Good Strangers was there proving Tiki inspired tacos, I tried both the chicken and the brisket and both were great but the chicken was the winner for me, that slaw was such a great addition! Order at the bar or with a waitress, everyone is having a great time decked out in Tiki gear and the bar full of lots of props. Always a good time!

What a sweet spot to grab a drink and enjoy some good company…read more Stopped in for a night cap with a friend. The place is steeped in pride for both STL and LGBTQ+ community. The bartenders were awesome. We walked up to the bar and both bartenders got things rolling for us quickly. They have a really solid menu as well. They have some wildly unique cocktail options that blend dive bar ingredients with a craft cocktail approach. The vibes were great. The back patio was super nice and a great spot to just relax. I got a gimlet which was beautiful. Slightly tart, with just enough sweetness to balance it all out. There are not many things on this planet better than getting a damn good cocktail at a dive bar.

The Whiskey Ring is still going strong! It's an inclusive, welcoming space with great cocktails, a…read morefine selection of craft (and other) beer, and super friendly service. Of course they live up to their name, with dozens of bottles of whiskey and scotch. The vibe is cozy and cool, with plenty of barstools and booths. Step out on the huge patio when the weather's right for yet another party, with ample picnic tables and a second bar. Stop by on Western Wear Nights to see all the best--and most creative--takes on cow-person styles! The Whiskey Ring has a solid social media game so it's easy to track who's playing (I've bands and DJs) and what drinks are extra-special. Notes: street parking only. No food. I don't know whether they're officially "adults only" but I've never seen kids here.

Came back here. Been so long. Lovely bourbon selection and…read moreprices are very reasonable. Wished lived in this area for this to be a good regular bar to go.

I absolutely love a dive bar! A colleague recommended the Tavern and the Hawaiian restaurant next…read moredoor. The space is the perfect incarnation of a time warp. Where and when I've been transported to isn't quite certain but 1970's feels about right. You could spend an hour browsing the tchotchkes and knick knacks. The space offers plenty of seating at the bar or tables, so bring a friend or two. During the nicer weather, the back patio offers cozy seating with fire pits. The bar is cash only. They offer the standard fare of beer, cocktails, and wine. The service is fast and friendly. Pro tip: come hungry, the restaurant next door offers table delivery via QR code. I have a deep appreciation for community and the businesses that continually invest in the places and people that support them. Camaraderie through events like pot lucks, field day, and other social events is what makes this place a local gem.

Update: Tick Tock Tavern is better than ever! Still cash only, still laid-back and welcoming. Draft…read morebeers are around $3-$7 and cocktail specials are $6-$7. (Recommended: the gin rickey, generously loaded with lime.) Steve's Hot Dogs is no longer next door; instead enjoy Buzz's Hawaiian Grill Wednesday-Monday.

Let's get the covid stuff out of the way first: no one wears masks, staff or customers. I'm…read morevaccinated fully so I'm not as worried but just a heads up. Now onto the other stuff: this is the definition of a dive bar. But it's not bad at all, has a good neighborhood feel. Drinks are priced well ($4 for an Incarnation for example) so it's definitely cheaper than say, CWE. PEOPLE DO SMOKE INSIDE, you have been warned. The only cons are the Covid protocols & smoking inside. They have the doors open to outside though on nice days so it's not too bad. They also have a pretty dope patio. I think I'm the youngest in here at 37 TBH.

Went in early evening. First thing i noticed was the small space of the place. There were no tables…read moreonly bar seating. When i arrived there were three peaple at the bar farly spread out. As the night progressed More people arrived and when i left there was 5 patrons. There was no distancing guides/sighns in place on the bar abouve the bar, on the floor. The sighn above the bar clearly reads NO SMOKING however there was a woman at the end of the bar smoking, I realized later that she worked there or maybe she was one of the employees friends she knew where the storeroom was.... Anyway not a whole lot of cdc guidlines being adhered too as far as i could see and if i end up getting covid i will tell the hotline exactly where i got it.