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Wine Down Cafe

4.8 (57 reviews)
ModerateWine Bars
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Tyra C.

This is your favorite neighborhood eats vibe. Good food, great people, and black owned! RSVP strongly encouraged for a large party of 6+. We were seated quickly and served efficiently. Will be back.

Jasmine W.

Recommend visiting for service, food, and drinks! From your first walk in, you're greeted with a warm welcome and immediately can observe the team atmosphere. The food was delicious! Everything is cooked to order so you'll have to be patient but it'll be worth the wait! For brunch you can get 2 for 1 mimosas but also the rum punch is amazing. I've heard they have great weekday specials so I'll definitely be returning for that.

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Ganeice F.

Atmosphere is really good. Customer service is always top notch when we go. Clean establishment. Food was great always get the lemon pepper wings. Don't really care for the drinks need more mixers

mac and cheese lollipops
Michael R.

I was in St. Louis for a conference and wanted to find good food while supporting a Black-owned business--Wine Down Cafe checked both boxes perfectly. I stopped by on a pretty chill night with only a few other diners in the restaurant. There's plenty of seating for dining, plus a full bar if you're just in the mood for drinks. The server was great - she was very personable and made sure I had everything I needed. I loved the local welcoming vibe and the service was great. I loved that the owner was in the back cooking and everyone made it a point to ensure I was happy with my meal. The menu has a ton of delicious options, which made it hard to choose. I went with the mac and cheese lollipops and the burger with fries. The lollipops were delicious - fried to perfection and bursting with flavor. As for the burger? It was a pleasant surprise! I love testing burgers at different restaurants to see if they measure up to my favorites, and this one was definitely a contender. It was really good and I would definitely come back to have another along with the mac and cheese lollipops. I capped off my meal with their rum punch, which got a big smile from my server when I ordered it. I asked her why, and she said, "Everyone loves the rum punch"--and she wasn't wrong. It was strong, flavorful, and hit the spot. She also mentioned their weekend brunch, which now has me wanting to plan another visit to St. Louis just to try it. Overall, the food was wonderful, and the service was great. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're ever in St. Louis. I know I'll be back to explore more of their menu. :)

Salmon Bowl
Tepra W.

One of the most consistently tasty restaurants in St. Louis!! I absolutely love Wine Down Cafe. Be sure to check out this hidden gem. Everything on the menu is delicious and you can tell that it's made with love!

Pina Colada Mimosa
Erica D.

When we arrived at the building it wasn't too packed so I was a little hesitant. We were in the area and I wanted to try something new. I was glad I went with my gut because that food was beyond me. Man so flavorful! They had plenty of tables and a really nice patio outside to eat on. The waitress explained the menu well, gave suggestions and even told us about the daily specials they have. On Saturdays and Sundays they have brunch but Saturdays mimosas are BOGO so I didn't complain! I tried the pomegranate and pina colada. Both were extremely tasty. For food we tried: Omelet, potatoes, brisket, eggs, toast, bacon and pancakes. Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Excited to return!

Dana B.

We were looking for a place to take my mom for brunch for her birthday. I know many people who enjoy this place. So why not. I called Saturday to make a reservation. When we arrived Sunday I wasn't quite sure why. Unless they're used to having an influx of people. It's a decent space in South City. I'd perused the menu prior and was set on salmon croquettes and biscuits. The server starts taking our orders and I was IMMEDIATELY disappointed that they were out of biscuits. I thought about switching my entire meal but stuck with salmon croquets with a side of toast. While we waited for our food we enjoyed the music they had playing. 80's R&B. Nice touch. Our food arrives and again I'm disappointed on sight. I don't like deep fried croquets. Flat top cook them or in a skillet. UGH My toast arrived without butter. By the time the butter arrived my toast was cold. My eggs were cooked PERFECTLY as I requested. YES! That doesn't happen often for me. SCORE! I broke the croquets up. Being deep fried it's difficult to really enjoy them. Also, they could've used a little more flavor. My potatoes were ok. The toast was toasted perfectly. Everyone else at the table enjoyed their food. There were 5 of us in my party. Everyone had something different. It served its purpose of celebrating my mom. I heard their wings are good. I Love some good wings. Maybe I'll go back and try those.

Chicken teriyaki bowl
Leo S.

Fun little place with a nice patio. It was a bit too cold for the patio when we came though. I got the house merlot and it was ok for flavor but served too warm. When it's that warm in the bar, you really need to keep the red wine colder. I'd rather it be too cold that too warm personally. The chicken teriyaki bowl was pretty good. Needed some salt in the rice and a tad more seasoning on the veggies. Unfortunately the chicken was on the edge of being tried out. When you dice them up like that before you cook the breast, it doesn't need that long to cook. You can get around this by marinating them ahead of time too or cooking the breast whole and dicing it up afterwards. The server was really nice and inciting. Overall a great stop and if more convenient for us, we'd be back.

Full bar with lots of creative drinks!
Keith D.

Very glad we found this family-owned restaurant! To say that these folks aim to please would be an understatement! My wife and I had their smash burger special, some rum fun drinks, wine and dessert. We wanted to go back as soon as we left. They also have a brunch on Saturday and Sunday...who does that? Wine Down Cafe does and I can't wait to try it.

Salmon croquettes, catfish and pancakes  Pomegranate mimosa and sunrise mimosa.
Katherine B.

I was so happy they were able to accommodate a big party. Many thanks to the owner. Had my birthday brunch here and everyone raved about the food - it was amazing. Thanks for the hospitality. Also, iykyk 2 for 1 Mimosas on Saturday!

Sara G.

I've been to Wine Down Cafe for lunch... round 2 for brunch Weekends mean brunchin' time! It is adulting when you order captain crunch encrusted French toast with blue syrup! My shrimp egg white omelet was #stlouispescatarianapproved @stlouispescatarians on instagram

Margarita Flight

You must-visit this spot. It is truly a hidden jam. I believe it is fairly new. The food was delicious. The service was excellent. The location was great. The music was great. This place has a nice relaxing atmospherer. I will eat here again.

Salmon Bowl
Melaina C.

Wonderful place near Carondelet Park! The server was very friendly! She told us all about the great specials they run all week like 2 for 1 drinks and discounts on the burger. They also have a brunch menu on the weekend. For dinner, I ordered a glass of the Lambrusco wine and the salmon bowl. The wine was fantastic! It was very reasonably priced and a huge pour. The salmon was outstanding! It was cooked to utter perfection and cooked way better than most every restaurant I've been too. It was so moist and falling apart. It had good seasoning so I didn't need the Yum sauce it came with, but decided to try it with the sauce anyway. The Yum sauce was like a spicy aioli and it was so good too. The veggies were amazing - perfectly charred and seasoned. The rice was yellow in color (assuming maybe turmeric seasoning was used to get it this color?). It was cooked well, but lacked a bit of seasoning. My husband ordered the chicken teriyaki bowl, so I borrowed some of his teriyaki sauce and put it on the rice then it was fantastic. The teriyaki sauce was very good! He said his bowl was good, but the chicken was a bit overcooked. We'd probably both get the salmon bowl next time with a side of teriyaki sauce for the rice:)

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Great food and service. The mac and cheese lollipops were great and the steak frittas were amazing.

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Another great restaurant in the Patch neighborhood. Best chicken wings in town. Friendly staff.

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Love this place, definitely recommend. The staff is friendly, the food is good, the place is clean. The prices are unbeatable!

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The food and service were wonderful!!! Will recommend this Black-Owned business!!! The Salmon Croquettes were delicious!!

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Fantastic and highly recommend! Excellent small plates and entrees. Food and cocktails are outstanding!

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Intertwine Wine Bar

4.4(9 reviews)
1.8 mi•Dutchtown

I have attended their ugly Christmas sweater party I had no idea about it.!I just happened to want…read moresome wine when I got there everyone was dressed up. I just recently I went to have a drink and to listen to a live DJ. I was undecided on what I wanted to drink, and the bartender suggested a wine based on what I told him my pallet likes. I love that they decorate the place based on different themes and they always have very nice patrons so you don't feel out of place or unwelcomed.

Intertwine Wine Bar is such a BEAUTIFUL wine bar located in the heart of Dutchtown. The staff is…read moresweet, the music is great, the drinks are affordable, and the patrons are welcoming. You can tell the owners, Tasha and Chip, take great pride in their business based on how thorough the service is and the curated atmosphere. Our waiter was so good at checking on me and my group and clearing our table of trash. I love that attention to detail. Speaking of love, right now they are showcasing their holiday pop-up decorations, which are so cute! I would go to visit them just for that alone. I highly recommend visiting Intertwine Wine Bar if you are looking for a low-key spot to grab a drink and socialize... and on Wednesdays they have Karaoke! Parking: On-Street Customer Service: AMAZING! Cleanliness: Great Price: Affordable

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Aperi

4.5(40 reviews)
5.4 mi•Forest Park Southeast

Decided to snag a last minute, late night reservation for Aperi on a random Wednesday night and…read morewow, what an amazing experience it was. The vibe is very dark & intimate. The dining room only seats maybe 18-20 people. Despite the small size, it still felt cozy and welcoming. We had just eaten dinner a few hours ago, so we were just looking for small plates. After picking our server's brain on a few options, we decided on the Beef Tartare & the Charred Octopus. The chips & tartare were solid, but not the best I've ever had. The charred octopus, though, was a huge surprise. I went into this not having eaten octopus is YEARS, so I wasn't sure that I would even like it. But the tasteful sauce, the crunchy yet soft potato, & the chili just went so incredibly well together. We were both very surprised with how good it was. As for the wine, the selection is quite small but still very good. I wasn't sure what wine to order and our server was super helpful in making a choice that I was not disappointed with. If you don't drink wine or aren't open to drier wines, you may not find one you like. We didn't try any of the cocktails, but I heard a few people talking about how good they were. All that being said, Aperi really feels like one of those special little places with amazing food, incredible service, and a cozy, unique vibe. I would definitely recommend anyone who is on the fence to give Aperi a shot, you won't be disappointed!

I found this place in a pinch while trying to fond a place to eat last minute, and i was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The lady that took care of us was so nice and went out of her way to accommodate na requests. The music playlist was also so good. Every single thing that i tried was amazing. The papas bravas were probably my favorite because of the ingredients in the sauce. Ive never had anything like it. The ricotta bread was also delicious and had a kick. My only non perfect rating would have to be the chorizo. The apple sauce with the chorizo felt like an odd pairing. Wish there was a third item in that dish that brought it together. The drinks were also amazing.

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Grafted Wine Bar & Lounge

4.9(22 reviews)
15.4 mi

Very cute little place. ChatGPT suggested it as a place to go since we were close by and I'm glad…read morethat it did. It's a very old style house and upstairs is Airbnb rooms. I read a review about their potato pancakes, and I was sad when I didn't find them on the menu and I asked the woman and she said she only had one order left, so we took it and we had a California style. It was a thin potato pancake with cream cheese, smooth salmon, capers, and pickled onions and some fresh thinly sliced cucumber. It was quite delicious We each had a glass of white wine, and their wine is a very decent pour out a very reasonable price. And we had a oaky Chardonnay. The price is $10 a glass or $40 for the bottle. She said each bottle has four glasses of wine, so you don't save any money buying the whole bottle She let us taste the wine before she poured it, which was very nice for only getting the glass Unfortunately, we had a late lunch, so we didn't get to try out any more of the food, but everything on their special board looked delicious Would definitely come back if we're in the area

What a cool and unique wine bar! It is located in an old Victorian house in downtown Belleville. It…read moreis different than any other wine bar I've ever been to and I love that they've repurposed an old house. The inside is really cool and we set out the patio, which is also really nice and has bocce ball. The meat and cheese plate was very good although a little small for the price. I would absolutely come back if I lived in Belleville or the next time I'm in the area.

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Winnie’s Wine Bar

4.7(71 reviews)
5.6 mi•Downtown
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This was our first time trying Winnie's, and it definitely gave the chill vibe we were looking for…read more We started with wine and were pleasantly surprised with free popcorn -- honestly, the word "free" caught our attention first . The wine selection was pretty solid, and they also had a great variety of beers. I didn't try the beer myself, but my guest really enjoyed theirs. The customer service was consistent and welcoming the entire time. We mainly came to relax, sip wine, and play UNO , and the atmosphere was perfect for that. While we didn't order food, everything coming out to nearby tables looked amazing. If you're looking for a mature, laid-back spot to unwind, Winnie's is definitely worth checking out. We'll definitely be back!

First time we came here our company reserved the back room for dinner- it was excellent! So my 3…read moreco-workers and I decided to come back the very next time we were in town. Six pm on a Tuesday, the bar was not busy. We asked server if we could sit at a table that had not been cleared since all the other tables in the area had "reserved" signs on them. The server told us "you can when I get to clearing it" so we sat at the bar understanding that it wasn't going to be any time soon. Fine, no big deal. The bartender wasn't too friendly, but again not a big deal- until the last person ordering asked for a chocolate martini. Nope. He couldn't do it- something about it wouldn't be good, then that he didn't have the ingredients. Fair enough but his delivery was super rude. The person ordering doesn't drink much else, so looked at the menu and settled on a modified espresso martini. Everyone else was drinking wine- all was good. We let him know we were going to be splitting the bill 4 ways. He came back and we ordered 4 small plates to share to start- but forgot to ask for fries- we tried 3 times to get his attention- fourth time was the charm when he brought plates and silverware to us. The food was good, that's the saving grace for this review. The server came back around to let us know the table was ready halfway through our first round of food. We already knew the employees weren't going to get any nicer if we asked to move, so we stayed put. A couple sat down next to us and the bartender fawned all over them- brought the manager out twice to meet with them as well. We ordered more food. But he never got friendlier or more attentive to our group- we didn't take it personally especially when two other men sat down next to us and he also treated them with disdain. We flagged him down when we were done and asked again to split the bill evenly. He muttered something the said something else about already having separate checks for our drinks. He came back with the split the food evenly besides our drinks- fine. We all agreed this wasn't good service - but we're not going to not tip him! We all tipped between 15-20%. As we walked to the door, we saw him look at each of the receipts, then threw down the booklets. The whole restaurant turned. We waited for him to look at us at the door- But he didn't. He acted like a child. And you know who's Wales around the bar to pick up the booklets? The server who gave us attitude first. Felt bad for her. Will never be back.

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Sasha's - Bruschetta!!

Sasha's

3.8(432 reviews)
6.6 mi
•$$

Came here for the first time after seeing a show at the Fox to celebrate my friend's birthday, the…read morefood was delicious but unfortunately our server really dampened our experience. We had been sitting upstairs and there were five other tables with people at them. We sat for a while without any one coming over to us and my friends husband went up to let them know we were ready to order when they were. We had never been there before and wasn't sure how it worked. Our waitress said she would be right over and then she came over and said ok do you know what you want since your in a hurry. We ordered, then she came over again and asked us do you need the check since your in a hurry. Just being very rude. I guess she was having a bad day. Not sure we will be back, hopefully she wont be there when we do. She was short, older, and had blue dyed hair.

Sasha's in DeMun remains one of our favorite neighborhood spots in Saint Louis. The location…read morecreates the perfect setting for meeting friends, enjoying a relaxing evening, or simply taking in the charm of DeMun. What always stands out to us is the atmosphere. During a past visit, we had the opportunity to explore the upstairs area and spend some time chatting with the bartender. We also enjoyed the outdoor seating and came away thinking it offered a unique and inviting space. The wine selections deserve special recognition. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just looking for the right glass to complement the occasion, Sasha's offers plenty of great options. We'd also be remiss if we didn't mention their sister property, Sasha's on Shaw, another excellent destination for wine lovers.

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Wine rack

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Livery Company

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4.3(8 reviews)
0.6 mi•Carondelet
•$

*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!

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