My family and friends had a great birthday dinner for my wife at The Scottish Arms. It was a favorite spot before the unfortunate closing a couple years ago. For those familiar, the new ownership has perfectly maintained all that made The Scottish Arms special. For those unfamiliar, you should definitely try it for fantastic food, excellent spirits and impeccable service. Thanks for bringing back this special place! read more

Would ya look at that, the coldest martini I have ever consumed--at a scottish pub! Service is superb. Food is delicious. Martinis, once more, colder than an eskimo's toes! Had a solo dinner on a quiet friday night led by the craving for a dang good burger and some crispy fries. My quest was completed and accompanied by some lovely company thanks to the bartenders and one of the owners. The burger is insane. Smashed with a creamy rarebit and slighlty sweet onion jam. The fries are thin and crispy, just as the gods intended. Oh, and some curry ketchup and truffle aioli? Count me in! I fear the laid back, homey vibe has invoked a feeling of nostalgia and craving for more that I must now become a regular! read more

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I was very happy to discover the Scottish Arms reopened after closing for what I think was a year or longer since it used to be one of my regular STL haunts for a long time. So, now I've been back twice and had two dinners there and can happily report that the Fish & Chips are as good as they've ever been I think and I'd give that dish 5 stars. However, on another visit I didn't think the Sheppard's Pie was as good as it used to be and was somewhat smaller too although it's just big enough to qualify as a meal with me but I'd only give 3 stars for this dish and it has a mix of lamb and beef and the flavor of the beef kind of wins out sadly but it's still savory and tasting well, it's just not nearly as good as some others I've had. Also, I had the scotch egg for an appetizer and I think it's still very good and it's basically a hard-boiled egg that's wrapped in ground sausage, then breaded and deep fried. It's served with a sauce and is delicious. The atmosphere at the Scottish Arms is wonderful and feels fairly authentic for a British/Irish pubs and it's still one of my favorite places to go in St. Louis and the waitstaff were great on both of my visits. I loved being able to have a Perennial Abraxis ale that's one of my all time favorite beers while dining there. I'll look forward to stopping by for a Guiness sometime soon as well and try something else new and that'll probably be the bangers and mash. read more

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So glad the Scottish Arms is back open. Great Scottish/Irish Pub setting. The space and simple decor is simply awesome. The service was friendly and efficient. We started with a couple of cocktails (Black Watch Manhattans) and the Brussels Sprouts appetizer. Cocktail was rather good with smoky notes that are usually absent from a traditional Manhattan. Great concoction for a cold winter night. The appetizer was good but on the smaller size. We had the Fish and Chips and the Bangers and Mash. Both were excellent. Not too many places in town that make fish and chips as good as the Scottish Arms. It'll be a regular go-to. I want to try a couple of the other entrees, but it's going to be hard stay away from the Fish and Chips honestly. And perhaps it's just me, but I love the peas they serve with their entrees. Not going to read that in too many reviews, huh? Give the Scottish Arms a try. read more

The Scottish Arms is back, after more than a year away and new ownership. Based upon the crowd on the windy night I stopped in, it seems a lot of other people missed them as well. We shared a Scotch Egg, and then had Fish and Chips and Bangers & Mash. All of which tasted to us like they did before. They are barely a month into this new era, so the drink and food menus are relatively limited still. I'm hoping that they eventually bring back a bit more, but it's a good start. They've been adjusting their hours as they get everything figured out, so check their socials before you go. read more

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First visit and I'm already a fan. The Smash Burger was insanely flavorful, and the Bread Pudding? I'd come back just for that. Great service and a warm, candlelit atmosphere sealed the deal. read more

A very nice upscale hole in the wall. I Before their closure, they had the best brick in the Lou. Now, they're a novelty that Issa a cult classic. Delicious Scottish food. Come here for a pint and leave satisfied. Service is ducking excellent. The ambiance is to die for read more

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Went here for dinner on the last night they were open . A regular haunt for friends of ours, we wanted to show up to support. This visit had us wishing we had stopped in earlier in the year to see it in its glory. There was live music and on brand decor featuring dark wood, classic British isles wooden booth pub seating, paintings of Scottish scenes, Scottish crests, and plenty of Scotch lining the walls. We heard that their specialty cocktails were something to write home about. We certainly hope someone buys the business soon to save this well-loved work of art. While they were out of Fish and Chips by the time we walked in, we passed several plates and they looked so fresh and so good with their side of peas! We ordered what they had left of Wellington Bites and Scotch Eggs and were so glad to have tried both. The Wellington bites especially were juicy and had the perfect combo of salty, savory, and meaty flavors. If Scottish Arms opens again, we will be some of the first in line. read more

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Best smash burger in St Louis, and best beers too!!! I highly recommend this place for anybody looking for a chill vibe and great food and drink. read more

Go to place in St. Louis for some Scottish and traditional UK food items. Friendly service. Nice space featuring classic brickwork and a beautiful wood bar. Ambience is upscale casual. Seating in the patio is pretty nice and more casual. What we ate and drank: - Blood & Sand (4.5/5) loved this drink! Well executed and tasty! - highland gathering (4/5): very tasty appetizers. Scotch egg was my favorite! - fish & chips (4.25/5): nice piece of fresh haddock with a tasty beer batter crust. Fries were seasoned well. Tartar sauce was dialed in quite well. The peas were surprisingly excellent! Enjoyed this meal! - shepherd's pie: (4.25/5): Very tasty and well executed. Portion seemed a bit small, but was plenty for a meal. - banoffee bread pudding (3.75/5): beautiful dish and well executed. Flavors seemed a bit dialed back. read more

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I really enjoyed my dinner at the Scottish Arms. It felt like I was back in the UK in a pub. They had a great selection scotch and the staff was very knowledgeable, they helped be pick the perfect one. The Scotch Egg appetizer was so good. I had the Smash Burger with rarebit cheese sauce and onion jam. The onion jam was so delicious that I told the waiter they should bottle this so I could to take some home. We ended the dinner with the tastiest bread pudding that me want to lick the bowl. I will definitely be back. read more

We had a great dinner on Saturday night with friends . The kids had the option of a few entrees served in half portions ( burger with one patty and half order of fish and chips ) and they enjoyed those . The drinks were great and they have a wide selection of beers as well . We enjoyed the pretzel with rarebit sauce as an app . My fish tacos and my partners salmon were both tasty . My friend enjoyed her crab cakes but the French onion soup was less cheesy than she expected . The fish and chips entree was size able and tasty. The orange cake desert was exceptional. Tasted like creamsicle. Jill , our server was friendly and attentive . The ambience was relaxed and the restaurant got busy as the evening progressed . The ambience is cozy and welcoming and I see myself visiting again to try other items on the menu . read more

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Appetizers tiny for the price. Limited menu, not particularly tasty or unique. Decent atmosphere. Good cocktail (penicillin), service ok. I'm happy it reopened but left with no desire to return. read more

Stopped into Scottish Arms bc my husband has been on the search for Scottish Eggs. We went on a Sunday evening. Sundays are a limited menu that offers a happy hour menu only. Don't worry, you will still find flatbread, French onion soups & shepherds pie for more filling things! The bartender was also the waitress that night & she was super nice & attentive. Inside was a bit dark but wasn't impossible to read the menu. Clean area! I'd like to go back to try their full menu. read more

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So much to tell you about The Scottish Arms! Let's start at the beginning! SMALL PLATES: Wee Wellington Bites were the entire reason we went! (A miniature version of Chef Ramsay's signature dish? Right here in the Central West End? Run, don't walk!) And they pair perfectlyyy with the equally decadent Truffle Fries. MAINS: We went all in on the seafood! The Fish Tacos are technically a small plate but there was nothing petite about them. Between the carrot cabbage ginger slaw, cotija cheese, and sriracha mayo, every bite had BIG flavor. As for the Fish n' Chips? Jaws dropped. For one thing, it's MASSIVE! This wild caught, Atlantic haddock filet was battered with Civil Life ale and even the side of peas impressed! DESSERT: We shared the evening's off-menu special: peach cobbler! Not to be outshined by the other courses, it arrived cutely nestled in a little iron skillet, topped with ice cream. VIBE: Think pub comfort meets candlelight. read more

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Food and drinks are fine, but they need to add a little class. If you are seated at a table for a meal, you don't get a dinner napkin for your lap. Instead you are given a wad of small paper napkins such as you'd find in a dispenser on a diner counter. The staff dress as if they hadn't changed clothes after finishing their day jobs as landscapers. T-shirts, really? read more

This place is a hidden gem. I've worked near this place for years and never even heard about it. So when my date suggested we go here for dinner I was intrigued and excited. We made a reservation for 7 pm and we were shocked they weren't that crowded for a Friday night. Our waitress, Cat was awesome and she suggested some great things for us to try off the food and drink menu. My date ordered the New York Angus strip steak with truffle fries. I ordered the gyro with regular fries. All of it was amazing. For drinks, we both settled on peach strawberry sangria. Never can go wrong with a good wine. The other drinks Cat suggested sounded great if having a good drink is your thing. For dessert, we ordered a strawberry cheesecake parfait and it tasted good. The thing I like most about this place is how it looks on the inside. Each table had a lit candle and it gave off a warm feeling. The owner/manager even stopped by to ask how our food tasted and if we needed anything. Excellent customer service. Until next time... read more

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We came here on a friday night around 7pm without a reservation. Sat a table by the entrance, it was so cold everytime someone opens the door. There is other tables inside but were not available. I recommend making a reservation before coming here. So me and my friend decided to sit at the bar. Wasn't too bad. Ordered some cocktails, Back to Thyme one is like lemonade with a hint of thyme, refreshing. Then I ordered their Bordoeux wine, was really good. Food is good too. My friend liked her fish n chips. I like my Kofta Flatbread. But I was just expecting meatballs not a small amount of ground beef as topping. Because Kofta means meatball. I was a little disappointed but it is ok. read more

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The Scottish Arms has the authentic pub feel. It's dark, moody and rugged, great choice on a cold day. The sampler platter was a favorite and fish and chips were delicious. Our server was not super knowledgeable when asked which scotch was best to begin with for a newbie. However they were very friendly. Been back many times and it's constantly good. read more

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Delicious cozy meal during this chilly weather!! Love Scottish arms, been coming here for years. Jill is a great server and everyone that works there you encounter is a kind soul! They changed their menu up a bit since we last came, but our main staples remain. Started with a Scotch egg, French onion soup. Then had fish + chips and beef Wellington bites for main. I didn't get it this round but I also love the burger & the Shepard's pie. You HAVE to make sure and get desert - bread pudding for the win!! Recommend a reservation, we came early (5:15pm) so we're able to snag a table for 2 tho! read more

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So heard about this place and we had to try it. So Ryan (Ina garten of St. Louis) was our server and he provided excellent service. I got the peat smoked chicken and a Story of the Spaniard Will be back next time in town read more

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They have haggis They have brunch There are bottomless mimosas The building is super cool esp the booths read more

Found this spot on a late night and caught it in time before the kitchen closed. Best find ever!! Service was impeccable! Cat was especially delightful! We are pescatarian which made our options limited late night but I would eat here on purpose anytime!!! Mediterranean salad, crab cakes, fish tacos all 5. Stars! The vibes were also great! Had the Scottish Old Fashioned with Scotch also a winner!! I live in Chicago & travel a lot so my standards are high and The Scottish Arms exceeded my expectations! read more

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I just knew I had to revisit this beloved restaurant when I saw the duck wellington on the menu. This was one meal my fiancé and I ordered the exact same item because we weren't sharing for once, its THAT good! The portion size of duck was a bit small but the ancient grain risotto filled me up(and it was to die for!!). We started with the Highland Gathering, you CANNOT go wrong with the Scotch Eggs and Pretzels. We fought over the rarebit beer cheese dip . The drink menu is outstanding as well. On a cold winter's night I always opt for the Wassail but the Scottish Old Fashioned is one the best around as well. read more

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My sister has been ranting and raving about this place for a while and we finally found some time to have dinner last week. This place did NOT disappoint. I had the shepherds pie and she ordered the fish and chips. The shepherds pie was very good, but the fish and chips took the cake! It wasn't overly greasy and the fish was crunchy and flakey. Everything on their menu sounds fantastic, but I hear it's their specials that are the best. Due to COVID, they don't have any at the moment but I can't wait to see what they come up with. read more

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Always a pleasant evening! Staff here is top-notch and the food is excellent, as are the cocktails. One drawback, though: no prices on the list of spirits. I like to try a bourbon or Scotch when I see something unfamiliar on a menu, but I don't want to order blindly and wind up paying $80 a pour. No one wants that awkward "uh, I'd like this... oh gosh, that much? What about this one..." conversation, right? I don't mind a splurge once in awhile, but I don't want it to sneak up on me! Otherwise this place is solid. read more

My friend and I went out to lunch a few weeks ago and both decided to give the Scottish Arms a try since neither of us had been before. When we arrived, we were able to find street parking quite easily! We walked inside and were instructed to seat ourselves. We could have gone back to the dining room, but instead, we opted to sit at a high top in the bar area. The bartender came over quickly to give us menus and he brought us water. They had some lunch specials that he told us about and then he gave us time to look over the menu and make decisions. When we were ready to order we flagged him down and told him what we decided on. I asked for their fish and chips and she ordered their cuban. The bartender said he would put in the order and have it out quickly. The restaurant by this time was filling up with other guests and since he was the only bartender, we could tell he was a little busy! When our food came out, the runner asked if we needed anything and specifically offered me vinegar for my fish which I did request. A few minutes later I had some vinegar and my friend had some ketchup for her fries. The portion sizes were pretty big and we both agreed that our meals tasted pretty good. I kind of wish they would have offered a smaller lunch portion for the fish and chips since there was no way I cool have eaten the entire plate in front of me, but I did try! The fish was crispy and tasted fresh. I would order it again if I go back. When we were finished, we sat for a while and waited for our server/bartender to bring us our checks; he happily split them checks for us and we were on our way. This was an easy place to visit for lunch since we were in and out within the hour. I can see why this is a neighborhood gem! It's quaint and the food is good. I'd like to go back for a happy hour one day so that I can have a pint at the bar. read more

The Scottish Arms is a unique eatery in the Central West End that offers Old World charm. The exterior looks like the building was plucked from Europe and plopped into St. Louis. This is a popular place for brunch and for dinner, with classic menu items that don't have as wide of an appeal as a normal bar menu. I find that the best part about The Scottish Arms is that there is pretty much always seating available. If you can't get into Juniper or Retreat, you're most likely going to The Scottish Arms. It's sad that this joint is always the backup option for me, but I know some people like it! For a recent brunch, we dropped in with our new friends Clayton and Tyler. I liked that the coffee was served in a French press that I even got to plunge! It was nice to be able to control how strong my brew was. My boyfriend ALWAYS gets salmon when he sees it on a menu because I loathe it on anything, so we never have it at home. For my meal I got the breakfast sandwich. I wanted to steak sandwich, but the price tag on it made me go with the basic sandwich. If I could go back in time I would just belly up and get the steak, as the basic sandwich lacked luster. Plus my boyfriend paid, so I really should have ordered it. read more

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Love this restaurant! The Scotch eggs are AMAZING! Highly recommend. The Highland Fling is my favorite dish. Decent drink selection. read more

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We had a lovely experience here. The staff were welcoming from the moment we walked in the door. The signature cocktails were a bit on the sweet side for me, but it was a delight to watch them being crafted. (To give you an perspective on my tastes, bourbon is generally too sweet for me on its own. So I recon if you like bourbon, you'll be happy as a clam with the drinks.) The whisky selection was fun and I was able to try a couple of things I hadn't tried before. The food was great too. Scotch egg, where have you been all my life??? I was really impressed with the staff. Everyone was attentive and they were happy to stope and help you even if you weren't in their section. I hope to be able to come back again someday! read more

This was my third trip to the Scottish arms. The girlfriend and I popped in a couple weeks ago for after dinner drinks, and both agreed we needed to come back for dinner soon. I'm so glad we did! I absolutely love the ambiance of the place. Dark with dim lighting from Edison bulbs, a decorative ceiling, and big front windows it oozes charm but keeps a casual vibe. Absolutely love the staff here. Everyone that we have spoken with or that has served us is super friendly, and very attentive. Both the food and drinks are fantastic. They have an awesome selection of whiskey, and a solid list of cocktails. On our previous visit the owner took the time to recommend a few different scotch's to try which was really cool. For dinner we started with the French onion soup, as it's one of my girlfriend'a favorite things. Delicious! Though we both found it to be a little more herby than oniony. For dinner she ordered the lamb burger, and I had the duck Wellington. The Wellington was absolutely amazing, and the duck was cooked perfectly! Can definitely see this as a go to spot for drinks or for dinner. We love this place. read more

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Other than the music, this truly felt like stepping into a Scottish/English pub. The staff were friendly, the service was quick, and the food was incredible. I had gone with the intent of ordering fish n chips (staple pub food), but the other menu choices changed my mind. Ultimately, I went with the peat smoked chicken, and I was not disappointed! Moist interior, yet with an incredibly crispy skin. The whiskey butter gnocchi that came with it was great as well. My wife and a friend both ordered the fish n chips and very much enjoyed them. Another friend got the shepherd's pie, which was served in an individual cast iron skillet - absolutely delicious. Five out of five, would recommend! read more

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Very much like a real Irish Pub. On long bench along the wall just like in Ireland. We had a delicious Scotch Egg with our HARP beer. Our Peet smoked chicken was delicious, and I was told my sisters steak was also really great. The waitress was warm and perfectly attentive. She even brought 4 small plates and forks for us all to share our Egg and our Bread pudding. We had a wonderful time. The bar was beautiful. read more

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The Scottish Arms is by far one of my top 5 favorite spots in StL. To start, the atmosphere is gorgeous! I love all the wood trim and details throughout the restaurant, the beautiful bar and the lighting is fantastic at night making for a lovely, cozy and romantic atmosphere. The ingredients are always fresh, cocktail and whiskey selection is outstanding! A couple of my favorite dishes are the Scotch Eggs, Lamb Burger, Salmon, Duck Breast Wellington and the Banoffee Bread Pudding. You really can't go wrong with anything you order here. Scottish Arms is an absolute treasure!! read more

Our third time here and we can't wait to go back! The food - phenomenal (definitely get the scotch eggs!). The vibes -on point. Our bartenders Jenny and Ryan really made the whole experience even better. read more

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This place is great. You must get the scotch egg its amazing. Also the Shepards Pie is a must although the Fish & Chips was not the best. Will be back for sure. read more

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The Scottish Arms is located in a quiet neighborhood in the CWE. It has a small parking lot for their customers. If you are going to lunch, then you would not have to worry about street parking as much! My friends got the salad that is not pictured. Their salads are tasty! I got the Mediterranean Shrimp with the zucchini, spaghetti squash, tomatoes, onions, and olives that is sauteed in butter and topped with feta! Really delicious and filling, I had to take a portion home because I didn't finish my lunch there! FYI, the leftovers were still good ;) I have definitely been here before for brunch and it's just as delicious! read more

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meh. The vibe was mediocre and the service slow. Getting a beer took too long. Skipping to the end, my buddy and I were ready for some scotch; but due to the overall experience, we decided to just skip it. Scotch egg appetizer was tepid and unseasoned. Probably if it came out sooner it would have been a tad better; but who knows. I had the peat smoked chicken. Love me some peaty scotch; so I was ready for a smoky, dense and complex flavors infused into the chicken thighs. But no. The flavor was bland and the excitement evaporated like smoke. Sorry guys. My buddy had the Shepard's Pie. Again, the salt shaker must have been either broken or crusted over. C'mon guys. read more

We thought this was more solidly a 3-1/2 star place. The restaurant is located in a developing part on the east end of the CWE. It's an old building with lots of wood moulding and original terrazzo floors. Service was excellent. Our waitress was patient, helpful, and friendly. I got the cheeseburger and my daughter got the fish and chips plus we had the pretzel for an appetizer. The pretzel was perfect with a nice zingy dip. My burger was very good, a double patty that I wasn't expecting. My daughter enjoyed her fish. Our fries could have been fresher, they were getting mealy and cold, the only downside of our meal. I'm not sure if I'll be back, though. read more

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We have visited several times during COVID and have been impressed each time with their safety precautions. They take your temperature at the door, require a phone number for contact tracing, and of course, enforce mask-wearing by all. The food and drinks have been amazing each time, but on our most recent visit we ordered the scotch eggs and a new feta & pesto flatbread - OMG - SO GOOD!! I like that they switch up their menu, but I definitely hope they keep the flatbread as a permanent item. If you choose to sit indoors, customers are spaced out adequately, or they have a lovely little courtyard in the back. read more

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