One of the best, if not the best, margaritas I've ever had. It was crisp, clean, & simple. Cannot…read morerecommend the Mita Margarita enough. We Ubered to Dressel's around noon on a Saturday. We were quickly seated at the bar. Rachael was our bartender & she was incredibly helpful & kind. She helped us narrow down our drink order as well as our food order. Everything we ate was delicious. The drinks were even better. The whole place felt so warm & inviting. Lots of cool paintings on the wall. And the clean bathrooms were also a plus! Definitely will be back!

Dressels public house is a pub that has been around the CWE for over 40 years. It closed but then…read morere-opened recently and expanded to add a microbrewery inside, called Rock & Horse. I came in for drinks last night and went to the bar area. Sadly I did not capture any photos of the interior but the overall vibes were pretty cozy. Lots of dark wood tones and they even have a fireplace. The serve food, cocktails, beers, wine, and a few NA options. I opted for the Spanish G & T and it came out very quickly. Overall I enjoyed the experience and would love to come back. Some considerations are that given that the pub is in the CWE, parking is street parking. Additionally the hours of this pub are regularly 12-10pm!

The coziest spot! This place is so perfect when you're wanting to go somewhere quaint and…read morecomfortable to enjoy an intimate setting. The fireplace totally makes the overall experience and makes you feel like you're in an elevated pub. There's lots of taxidermy on the walls and classic looking paintings, you feel like you're not in stl anymore. Our visit was for drinks only, and my dirty martini was great. We sat on the leather couches and chatted with another couple and it was a great spot for a double date night. Check it out!

My husband and I had toured Boundary as a possible wedding venue along with one of our daughters…read moreand her fiancé. Afterward, I suggested having cocktails at Fox and Hounds! We arrived around 3:45 and the place was busy! There was one open seating area so we grabbed it quickly. We spent a few minutes looking at the menu and then the guys went up to the bar to get our drinks. There didn't seem to be table service. I don't know if they ever have it or not. We enjoyed hanging out there for a few drinks. It has a dark, moody, comfy feel. I tried to take pictures but it was pretty dark and they didn't turn out well. I had the "Yes We Have One" - it's an espresso martini. It wasn't as sweet as I prefer, but it was good and I had more than one so it couldn't have been too bad! The other three enjoyed their drinks as well. I'd definitely go back and have a few cocktails in a cozy little area!

It's the BEST soccer bar in town! Low-key, divey (but thankfully not smokey), great inside and huge…read moreoutside hangout space. 100% soccer bar. Beer forward. Order food and bring it with you or DoorDash an order once you're there and get it delivered. There's also few food spots really close so you could order and walk over to pick up food too. Team Amsterdam Tavern has been kicking around the south side of STL for a really long time and totally nail that cozy, 'soccer Cheers' vibe. If there's a match on, this is your home turf and the door's always open for you to come hangout. June 2025

Pretty busy with a few large groups. Service was friendly and a good beer menu on draft and in…read morecans. Bit of a dive bar but that's why people like it. Very local soccer bar and has a lot of TVs and soccer related decorations, etc. Could have been a little cleaner and a little warmer inside.

Can you get more St. Louis than an Irish Bar located in the Soulard area of St. Louis? I guess I…read moreshould say pub. I told my son I have never been here in my life. I ordered their pork chop, which came with asparagus and layered potatoes. The pork chop was served with a chutney sauce made from apricot, black, and golden raisins. This pork chop is somewhat unique to St. Louis; it's a huge bone-in chop, nothing in Naples, FL can compare. My chop was cooked perfectly. Now, as to never being here, I am exiting the building. There is a small dining area with an Irish band playing. I turned to my son and said I had been here before, pointed to the table I sat at, and told him I had Irish stew. It was in my drinking days, and I am sure I sang all the tunes with the band.

Like most of St. Louis we showed up last Saturday to enjoy an Al fresco dinner. They were packed…read more After joining the queue we had a delightful walkthrough the surrounding neighborhood for the next 30 mins. Like clockwork they texted indicating the table was ready. We were seated and it was even busier. It took some time to order drinks and even longer to order and receive our food. Nothing unreasonable especially given the sheer amount of people there. But guess what we enjoyed our table conversations while the drinks were routinely refreshed and when the food arrived it was perfect. While "just basic bar sandwiches and a burger " everything was prepared as ordered. The appropriate temps. Mostly importantly it was just good tasting. Hats off to the cooks and the service providers! Impressive

We ordered 3 small plates, wings were the highlight. Great wings. Good drinks. Place seems to be…read morekeeping a high standard. I had not been there in a few years. Just a nice place.

We went in for a late lunch on Saturday. The place was nearly empty -- only two other tables were…read moreoccupied, and we were the third. Despite that, the other tables seemed to receive constant attention while our waitress disappeared for long stretches of time. We were initially seated in the side room with a large industrial fan blowing so hard that it was moving the menus off the table. We waited for the waitress to return so we could request a different table, but she never came back, so we moved ourselves to another empty table away from the fan. She seemed unhappy about the move and told us we might have to relocate again because they were expecting a busy day. Honestly, the restaurant was empty, and we would have been finished long before any rush started -- which we were. I asked for ketchup with my burger, and it didn't arrive until after I had already finished eating. Overall, the service was very poor. Unfortunately, the food was also extremely salty -- and we're people who normally enjoy salt. I had the Farmhouse Burger with Brussels sprouts and mac and cheese, while my wife ordered the steak and fries cooked medium well. The steak came out medium rare, and both her fries and my burger and Brussels sprouts were overly salted. The one bright spot was the mac and cheese, which we took to go. My daughter tried some and said it was the best she'd ever had. To top it off, our bill came to an even $100 with tip, and all we had were waters and the items mentioned above. We had been wanting to try Retreat for quite a while, so this experience was very disappointing. Between the poor service and underwhelming food, we probably won't be coming back.

Always a great meal and excellent service. Burgers are always a great choice. Tried the homemade…read moreonion rings this time. Excellent.

We have been going to O'Connell's for over fifty years, but no longer living in St. Louis, our…read morevisits are infrequent. When we do go, as we did earlier this week, O'Connell's is one of the first stops we make. It still has the feel of a genuine Irish pub which we love. The service was impeccable, as always, and the food was wonderful, as always! My wife, our sister in law, and I had the roast beef sandwiches with a side of fried mushrooms, our nephews had hamburgers, some of the best in St. Louis, the Guiness was cold. This is a St. Louis institution, and we are so glad they survived the bridge construction issue that did so much harm to their business. If you have not been to O'Connell's, and if you have a love for Irish pubs, treat yourself to a wonderful experience!

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.

Randomly found this place while in town - decided to give it a try…read more We went for a Sunday evening dinner service. There was a small wait for a party of three but the staff was super welcoming and courteous. The ambiance was cool - the outdoor area was super inviting. It was slightly too chilly to sit outside for dinner, though. Once we were seated our server was a little cold - but we never waited for anything and she kept our drinks full so it's hard to criticize too much - she just could've had better "table side manner". The food menu is relatively small - but good. The food my party had was well prepared. Good drink and beer menu and an adequate draft selection - although the first two beers I asked for were no longer in stock so I ended up going with a domestic. All in all a good experience. 4 out of 5. I'd love to go back when it is slightly warmer and sit outside. Casual ambiance. Family friendly.

Morrison's Irish Pub - Alton, IL…read more We finally stopped into Morrison's and it delivered that cozy, old-world Irish pub charm you want when you walk through those doors. I had the Irish cheese sandwich, Justin went with the corned beef -- and both were genuinely good. Comforting, hearty, and exactly what you hope for in a pub meal. Now... the kitchen was moving a bit slow this visit. Was it noticeable? Yes. Was it worth the wait? Also yes. Because Sam -- the female bartender -- absolutely made the experience. Fun, engaging, and the kind of personality that makes you feel like you're already a regular even if it's your first visit. That kind of service turns a "slow day" into a good memory. The menu is packed with authentic Irish favorites, and honestly, next time we're absolutely going to lean fully into the classics -- because this feels like a place that does traditional comfort food right. One small wish: I really wish they made their own chips. The bagged chips were a little lackluster and felt like a missed opportunity next to an otherwise hearty, made-with-care menu. Overall: a great spot that was likely just having an off day -- and still absolutely worth your time. Don't leave without ordering the pear cider. It is absolutely fabulous. Bright, crisp, lightly sweet, and dangerously drinkable. We'll be back -- and we're coming hungry.

This was my first time and let me tell you...it will not be my last! The food was phenomenal! The…read moreservice was perfect and the staff were amazing! The vibe had me wanting to book a trip to Ireland!

We recently had dinner here before a Blues game. The food was delicious, the staff was great, and…read morethe atmosphere was perfect. Maggie's has been, and will always be, one of the most fun places in St. Louis! Will be back there very soon.

Rating: 3.5/5 Stars We stopped in for a Sunday lunch, and it…read morewas a bit of a mixed bag. The place was almost empty, a stark contrast to the night before when it was apparently packed for the Blues game. Unfortunately, their draft system was down during our visit, which is a bit of a letdown for an Irish pub. I ordered the smoked corned beef sandwich. It was okay, but honestly, it was very greasy. On the plus side, the sweet potato fries were quite good. One thing to note is that the portion sizes are massive--I definitely couldn't finish my plate! The service was a highlight; the bartender was friendly and did a great job keeping tabs on us throughout the meal. While the food was just average this time around, I imagine that during a large sporting event, the high-energy atmosphere would probably make up for what was lacking during a quiet Sunday lunch.

This dive bar in historic Soulard with a fantastic patio, may have the absolute best smash burgers…read morein St. Louis. The crispy skinny fries are top-notch, too. The bar itself is unpretentious and welcomes everyone. While I was dining at the bar, the rest of the diners were a widely diverse mixture. Witnessing such a vast mixture of people, adds a positive twist to the vibe of the bar. The menu is simple. They focus on what they do best and that's why their smash burger is one of the best. Being a firecracker myself, I ordered the Firecracker Smashburger. It's a single patty, with Pepper Jack Cheese, Tomato-Onion-Jalapeno Relish, Drizzled with a Tangy Fire Ranch and served on a Martin's Potato Roll. The burger was juicy and had those crispy edges that a smash burger is known for. My favorite cheese is Pepper Jack, so that was a big plus for me. The relish added that extra kick that made it a true, Firecracker. I can't enjoy a burger without fries and Jack offers long skinny fries. They had a crispy shell and a soft hot inside. They were simply seasoned with just the right amount of salt. I was impressed that the ketchup was 100% Natural. That gets a big thumbs up. When enjoying a burger and fries, a nice cold beer is always the adult beverage of choice. JN offers a small variety of craft beers on draft and three popular Anheuser-Busch products. I enjoyed a Gumballhead from 3 Floyds Brewing. An American Pale Wheat is a perfect lunchtime beer. The bartenders are personable and offer warm service. I'm definitely coming back the next time I crave a smashburger.

Came for the burger. Also had the fries. Very good smash burger. OK fries. I recommend trying the…read morehouse sauces on the side just in case you do not like it. Get grilled onions on the burger! Decent customer service, no frills and quick!