Wright's tavern was **chefs kiss. Waited a bit to get a reservation due to small dining area but was so worth the wait. Chris, our server was so friendly and fun. We got the specials at the time - scallops for an appetizer and the 20oz NY strip rare+ with the green beans. I have NO notes. It was all to die for. Will be back. read more

It took us over a year to get our reservation. We ended up FINALLY got in on a Monday at 8:30 and it was worth the wait. It IS small, but I think that's what gives it its charm. Our server CK Was knowledgeable, attentive and very personable. The onion rings were amazing and the horseradish aïoli sauce they serve with it is not to be missed. We enjoyed the cocktails the food and had an amazing experience. read more

Overall: top notch, intimate dining experience that you won't want to miss! A near Michelin-star experience! Food: 5/5 Cocktail was nicely balanced, bubbly, herby, sweet and fruity Bread was in par with top tier steakhouses. Olive oil was pungent and vibrant. Flakey salt was nice attention to detail. The crab cake was the best one I've ever had. Period. Crab flavor forward, good moistness and crust. Chicken was tender and deboned. Crispy skin was a great touch. The jus was too salty for my liking, but the chicken still paired nicely with the other sauces from my friends. Dessert sundae was decadent and a huge portion for three to share! Ambiance: 5/5 great mood lighting. Nice interior decor touches. Not too crowded or noisy. Service: 6/5 our server was incredibly nice and knowledgeable. She came back just the right number of times. Staff were incredibly attentive and well-trained. read more

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Located at the center of Clayton, Wright's Tavern is a frequently visited spot for celebrations and gatherings. Making a reservation is a must in order to secure a table. Street parking is tricky. I visited Wright's Tavern on a Thursday evening. The restaurant is completely packed, though the cozy ambience and background music are lovely. Service is top-notch. Our server frequently came over to refill our water, and check if there are anything we need. As far as food, my favorites are 1) shrimp scampi and the 2) halibuts. For the shrimp scampi, the jumbo shrimp was cooked with a great garlic spicy sauce. Two pieces of bread came with that for dipping. Love the halibut as well -- The fish is perfectly cooked. It is light and flaky, with crunchy potato crisp on top. Well done! Two other items we ordered are average: 1) Roasted chicken: The sauce is overly salty, though the protein is prepared perfectly. 2) Cream brulee Regardless of some misses, Wright Tavern is still a nice spot to capture some fond memories with loved ones. read more

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Amazing food beautiful ambiance .. Also Richard's service was amazing...so grateful we got squeezed in at 5pm opening after standing in weather a long time outside... delicious.. we will be back! Best crab cake ever.. Halibut was a work of art‍.. Things to work on -tho I love prompt service.. it needs to be dialed in on the tag team service a bit.. I felt like we had our main waiter..,then a line of soldiers in line staring at us behind.. I'm already a tight place. Richard naturally paced wonderfully on his own.. I am a slow eater and I was just trying to eat the last of my food and have amazing convo w my love.. I got asked probably 8 times could my plate be taken.. that's kinda irritating considering we were let in at 5pm and this was all between 5:15-545... we also had the table till 6:30 and still were kind enough to pay and leave before 6... I get insuring good service but you all (not my waiter) made us feel hurried for a very expensive (and again tasty meal)... it would have been nice to savor it more and our conversation without the constant interruptions for over half our time seated. Overkill, but delicious. This is not Chickfila/McDonalds so don't get into the speed... keep it at bay... cuz pretentiousness can ruin restaurants in stl and reasonable people will be respectful of time seated. We certainly were.. spending $200 in less than an hour is really an extravagant night for us it was just difficult with the constant feeling of being hurried. Took a little away from our experience.. that halibut and ambiance tho.. if you haven't been here you need to.. romantic and delicious. read more

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Okay, I get the hype now! This place has been on my list for a long time but getting a decent reservation has taken forever. I finally got one a few days ago and it all makes sense. It's a small, cozy spot - with the ambiance of a small neighborhood spot but the service of a white tablecloth restaurant. Ricky was phenomenal - always checking in, offering great recommendations and helping us make the best selections. We started off with drinks: the house espresso martini (10/10, just wish it was larger cause it was so good) and the old fashioned. The bread and butter was delicious. Fresh fresh bread - still so warm it was tough to hold when cutting! For entrees, we went with steak frites and the housemade canestri pasta. Both were so good - delicious sauce on the steak, the aioli for the fries (YUM) and the pasta was the perfect amount of spicy. Creme brûlée was on the dessert menu so it was a no brainer and did not disappoint. If you are able to get a reservation, RUN don't walk! read more

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All of the things you've heard are "wright" ;) I came to Wright's Tavern with a friend last minute not knowing what to expect. To start, I ordered the Negroni Bianco & a friend ordered the Wright's infamous Gin Martini which came with the cute sidecar! I loved that they gave you that, it kept the gin nice & cold for when you were ready for your refill! I had the Shrimp Scampi although everyone raves about the Halibut so that will be on my list for next time! This entree came with so much shrimp I had plenty to take home for left overs! The restaurant is quite small & there are designated spots for larger parties but it's definitely tight in there. Also, this restaurant is pretty busy & there is only street parking available so be on the lookout for parking! I hear it's VERY hard to get on the books here so watch out on the 30th or 31st of each month at midnight because that's when they release their reservations for the next month! The more you know! read more

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Customer service was extremely judgemental as soon as we walked through the door. Showed up 30 minutes early and got kicked out just because we are young. We literally just tried to order food and when we ordered drinks they kicked us out. I'm a doctor and this unbelievably bad service. Unreal. read more

Service was great, apps were great, ambiance was great. Beer was cold, cocktails well made as usual. Not a good look for a $70 steak that was ordered medium. Really bummed it wasn't fixed, and then again when boxing it To go, no one said a word. Would have been better off at Applebees tonight. A big fan of wright's but this was a major bummer. read more

Wright’s Tavern - New York strip (Medium) - Steakhouses Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Very romantic! Feels like a classy, small, intimate space with great service and awesome food. You'll love the intimate feel with the lighting, candles, and white tablecloths. The food is upscale gourmet. We ordered the French tip and the scallops were a special that night. Both of them were delicious! The French dip is large enough to split. We also got the wedge salad and they split that for us. Perfect! So delicious as well! We ended with crème brûlée. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Oysters were as good as I've had on the coast and the steak was flavorful and perfectly finished. Service was attentive. The atmosphere was friendly and inviting. read more

The only thing "bad" about this place is how hard it is to get in. We have an alert set for cancellations and we go whenever we get the notice. Love the quiet swanky ambiance. The food is always good no matter what you order. We brought our own wine... we feel it's a little crazy to have to pay a cork fee per bottle ($45), but I understand the why. Didn't really deter us from bringing our own couple bottles. Tonight we loved the new menu. We started with the Cesar salad, crab-cake (so good) and the scallops special. Unfortunately the scallops were undercooked and not up to their usual standards. But the whipped butternut squash and pumpkin seeds were delicious. With the new menu, all four of us had the swordfish. It was incredible. Wow. The flavors mixed together with the orzo, broccolini, nuts and broth and perfectly cooked swordfish.... Oh. My. Goodness. It's my new favorite entree here. I unfortunately did not take photos because the dim lighting would not do it any justice... but so worth ordering. read more

Wright’s Tavern - Steakhouses Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Everything was amazing from start to finish. The wait staff and the food was a 5 star. Everything was on point. Would recommend to anyone and everyone considering. read more

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Such great ambiance, service and delicious food and wine! I loved my experience at Wright's and will be back asap! read more

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As much as I wanted to love this place, I fear that it's overhyped. With how much recognition this restaurant has garnered as well as how difficult it is to land a reservation, I was expecting to have one of the best meals of my life. Wright's did not meet that standard. Highlights of the meal included their crab cake, which I found myself liking more and more with every bite I took. The burger quickly became one of my favorites in the city. Such rich flavor in the beef but a little too bread-heavy. Their ice cream sundae was just pure, unadulterated indulgence. Will be dreaming of it for days to come. While by no means was my experience at Wright's bad, there was just nothing truly spectacular about it. There's no creativity in any of their dishes. Everything we ate was of exceptional quality, but none of the flavors blew our minds. Favorite dishes: Burger, crab cake, ice cream sundae read more

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Wright's lived up to its reputation on our visit. Steaks were cooked perfectly. Sides were spot on. Cozy ambiance with excellent service. My only complaint is that the chairs are abysmal. Definitely a case of them choosing form over function. They fit the decor nicely but are simply terrible to sit on. My advice is to not tell your partner about them and you grab the cushioned bench seat upon your arrival. read more

First of all we went to celebrate out 8th year wedding anniversary, And that Ambiance amazing, place very cozy great set up , service it was Spectacular our server I believe his name was Tim or some like that if not mistaken he was super attentive with everything and the others server always kept an eye if you're in need of water or anything else. They all were Great food very delicious great quality great temperature and drinks the best I had tree pink lady and were absolutely delicious cheers to the entire staff. For sure will be back soon to enjoy more of the food, drinks and ambiance. read more

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Small and intimate but really loud. Unfortunately, with a shellfish allergy, don't count on an app.... Heard the crab cakes are amazing. My steak was okay, I've had better in St. Louis.. glad I was able to try and would go back but won't be staying up until midnight to get a reservation read more

Had a great dinner here a while back. The food was excellent, the service was also excellent.

Wright's Tavern made me feel like I was in an elegant cozy bar in New York. The service was fantastic. I was so glad we were able to get a last minute reservation due to someone else canceling. Their Caesar salad is probably the best I've ever had. I loved the seasoned butter on the steak. I also got the martini with a lemon twist (since I'm not a fan of olives) and it was amazing! read more

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Finally, we got into Wright's Tavern for a date night. I've been trying since it opened since I love Louie (Demun). It's very small so reservations go quickly. The atmosphere is bustling. It was packed when we arrived for an early dinner. Because of the size, you are very close to others so the waitstaff are squeezing in between tables and chairs. The bar is small with 4 chairs for those who arrive and snag a spot. It is not a place I would take children due to space, price and menu. Save this for a date night. We ordered the crab cake. It was delicious. It was huge and full of meat. Don't start eating crab cakes here as a first-timer or you'll be disappointed at all other restaurants! It was the highlight. We shared the potato crusted fish and the french dip. I wish we had skipped the french dip and chosen something else. It was good but did not stand out. The potato crust on the fish was incredible and the fish was cooked to perfection. We ended with the wedding cake. We had a few bites and took the rest to go. It was good and not too sweet. It adds up to a very expensive dinner when you add in wine + dessert so be prepared. We liked the food here but will likely stick with Louie for future date nights if given the choice between the two. read more

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We had a wonderful dinner at Wright's Tavern! A reservation fell in our lap out of the blue via a friend who couldn't use it....and wow am I glad he thought of us!! Everything from the service, to the drinks to the meal was outstanding! It's a small place, and it was crowded so the noise level was high, but that really didn't bother me. But what did bother me was when we walked in and made the eight or so steps to the hostess who was standing there along with another employee, neither of them said a word of greeting. It wasn't until I told them my name and reservation time, did one of them turn, do something on the computer and led us to our table. I guess I'm just used to be welcomed in when we go to a restaurant for dinner. Other than that, we had a great experience. Looking forward to a return trip! read more

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I was so happy to finally score a coveted reservation to Wright's on a Thursday night. The great service started as you walked in the door, we were greeted and sat immediately. I started with an old fashioned which was a great pairing to my meal. The bread and buttered olive oil to start was delicious we ate every bite. I opted for the burger which sounds boring but it was far from that. The white cheddar was such a strong taste in the best way that really elevated a tavern burger. The fries were nice and crispy, served with aioli. My husband got the chicken which was a large portion served with jus. We finished our meal with the instagram worthy ice cream sundae with more toppings than you can possibly consume. Can't wait for our next visit! read more

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My wife and I's favorite spot in STL. Amazing service. Intimate and moody atmosphere. Some of our favorites include the halibut, chicken, French dip, and New York strip! read more

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Wright's is one of my favorite restaurants in the world. The atmosphere is moody and intimate. The service is the best I've ever experienced- Ricky truly enhances your experience at Wright's. My first time eating there Ricky painted a beautiful picture of the shrimp scampi and we just had to order. It's now our goto when we visit Wright's. Also don't sleep on the onion rings and that tavern sauce!! The bread/butter/oil starter is incredible! I only wish there was more of it! The crème brûlée is phenomenal and I recommend the sundae at least once! read more

Wow wow wow, worth all of the hype!! The long awaited, elusive reservation we were able to snag for a birthday celebration was beyond amazing. Every bit of our dining experience was fabulous. For the food, not one thing was off. By far the best was the crab cake. This is a MUST if you come to Wright's Tavern. The complimentary bread from Union Loafers was warm and a perfect accompaniment. The halibut and the steak were perfectly cooked and the sauce the halibut comes in is to die for. The dessert sundae was fun to share and we also had some dessert cocktails which were tasty! Our server was super attentive and friendly. If you are able to grab a resy here do it ASAP! read more

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Wright's food and service are very good. However, we find the experience very rushed. My husband and I were there last night and they tried to get us in and out in about an hour. We took a bit longer and they came back to the table multiple times to try to clear the course. I know they need to turn the tables but this made our lovely dinner feel much less so. read more

Splendid dinner! Simple fare done incredibly well! Halibut was one of the best western prepared fish entrees I've had at this price point, relative bargain for quality. My girlfriend had the steak frites, the fries were good and natural. Their bread (from la brea) is top notch as is the butter. Mac & Cheese was so rich you could have it as a meal! Service is 5 star all around!!! While you wait you also get pencils to draw on the table, this place is awesome!! read more

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We had an early Valentine's Day dinner here last night. The ambiance is amazing despite it being very small. The service was the best I've had in along time! All of the servers were very friendly and funny and they greeted us and brought water right away. We ordered the Caesar salad, crab cake, and filet with pommes frites. The sourdough bread with whipped butter and olive oil was amazing! Everything you want bread to be- crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. They do not skimp on the butter either. The Caesar salad was mixed well and full of Parmesan cheese. I really enjoyed it. I had the crab cake as my meal and it was definitely one of the best crab cakes I've ever had and was filled with lump crab. My fiancé got the filet and it was probably the best filet I've ever had. It was perfectly cooked and crispy on the outside and the sauce on top was amazing!! The pommes frites were my least favorite part of the meal. They were very average despite being served piping hot, but that's okay. For dessert, we got the ice cream sundae and it was great! So fun and whimsical for such a nice restaurant. We also really liked how they gave you pencils to write on the paper on the tables. We drew portraits of each other lol. Overall, Wright's is intimate and fancy, but still very approachable. read more

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Possibly the best meal I've had in STL. Ambiance, service, food, drink all top notch. Went there for an early Valentines Dinner. Reservations are so tough to come by. The only time we could get was 1030pm which I didn't even think was a thing, but they didn't seat us a second before 1030. Worth the wait and late slot. Must try place for any STL foodie. read more

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WOW! Wright's is worth the hype! From the first sip of my Pink Lady cocktail to the last bite of the ice cream sundae, the common phrase was "the best ever". PRO-TIP: It's impossible to get a reservation at a decent hour but if you get to the restaurant at 4:45, you can be the first in line for one of the coveted bar seats! I ordered: Crab Cake, Sizzling Shrimp Scampi, Steak Au Poivre, Mac & Cheese, Onion Rings, and the Sundae. It was all 10/10! read more

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We stopped by for their signature dessert... the ice cream sundae! This dessert comes with a scoop of strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla ice cream with a large helping of whipped cream on top. There is a table side drizzle of hot fudge which is a fun experience! Toppings include: peanut butter cups, confetti sprinkles, caramel covered puffs, mint sparkle sprinkles, salted cashews, marshmallows, Biscoff cookies, small Kit Kats, cherries, M&Ms, and our favorite... toasted coconut shreds!! The ice cream was soft, creamy, and tasted almost like custard. The hot fudge was a perfect pairing and the ability to create your own bite with each topping made for an adventurous experience, perfect for family fun. This place is definitely fine dining with and elevated environment, very on par with the other higher-end restaurants in the Clayton area. There's only about 12-15 tables in the restaurant and 4 bar seats which makes the ambiance feel more cozy. The service was quick and the staff were very friendly. Rating: 4/5, the ice cream was stellar and very filling. It's a wholesome family experience that is a MUST DO when you visit this restaurant! We hope to be back to try their food and drinks soon! read more

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This may be the best restaurant in the area. I love the Crossing and Bistro La Floraison, but Wright's Tavern is special. They clearly care about the food here and it shows. Splendid, piping hot bread with high quality butter to start the meal. Crab cake, overflowing with crab and served on a hot plate. Crab cake is big enough for an entree btw and the accompanying sauce was perfect with that sweet, tender crab. Steak frites were nice. Would have liked a bit more salt on my sirloin. But the fries were great and there were plenty of them. Love that I get both garlic aioli & ketchup with my fries, makes me do a little dance :) Overall, stellar spot. Has the vibe of a speakeasy and it's very private & nondescript. Don't change Wright's Tavern...stay golden Pony Boy. I'll be back for that halibut. read more

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Service was stellar. The food was good and the ambiance was also uniquely charming. Hope this place sticks around as a neighborhood staple.

Wow. I love Louie so not sure why I was sceptical of the 5 star reviews already given. I should not have been! Reservation made a month prior. Arrived early and seated promptly. Service throughout was professional and curtious but would have preferred a little more interaction as we were so excited to be there and waiter was just professional to a fault. Drinks: wine and a Pink Lady cocktail. Both very good. I would order the Pink Lady again, for sure Appetizer/salad. I cannot rave about the Shrimp Scampi enough. It was delicious! Large portion, great flavor. Husband said the Caesar salad was good. High praise from him Entree. Filet with Frites and pasta. My taste of the filet was one of the best I have had. Frites were so good with the garlic aoili. I requested the pasta with no cheese and was accommodated with no issues. The pasta was so good! Vacillated between taking another bite and saving for tomorrows lunch. Dessert. Wedding cake. We did not care for this. Couldn't put our finger on the flavor that gave us both pause but we didn't take more than one bite each. Ambiance. Pretty tight and a little loud but loved the space. The staff seemed completely in tune and harmonious in their moves. Hadn't been the location before tonight. Dessert notwithstanding, this meal was awesome. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Excellent food, attentive and refined service. Little touches abounded. While there isn't a coat room, they offer to take your coat upon entry and then hang it on the hooks along the wall. Lime for my sparkling water consisted of a whole lime that had been freshly quartered, not just a couple of thin slices. Napkins were refolded and placed on the table whenever a seat was vacated. Plates were cleared immediately, but not until both diners had finished their portions for that course. My steak was swimming in flavor, helped by the garlic & spices butter melting on the top, with a nice char on the outside while medium within. I subbed onion rings for the included fries (both cost the same on the separate sides menu, so not sure if there would have been an upcharge otherwise), which was definitely a win. The rings portion was huge, and the rings themselves were quite crunchy with sweet, tender onion within. The wife's salmon was seared on both sides (she gave me the skin side, not being an eater of flesh herself, which was delicious) with tender, flaky, moist salmon meat in a thick portion. It was served on cherry tomato confit that burst with flavor. The spoon that came with the entrée was used for both ladling that over the salmon if desired or to simply drink the confit sauce. Melted spinach also accompanied this entrée, gaining from the confit mixing with it. Finally, the complimentary bread deserves a shout out. It is a half loaf that apparently is warmed in an oven immediately prior to it being served. the crust is crunchy, while the inside is soft and warm. It comes with a large portion of warm garlic butter that is bowled to hold olive oil and additional spices. Excellent. read more

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Where do I even begin? I cannot rave enough about how wonderful my dining experience was at Wright's Tavern from start to finish. Not only was the food excellent, but the experience, service, and attentiveness by the staff were top-tier. You can tell the staff enjoys being there together, mutual respect fills the room. It's also beautiful inside! You are welcomed by lovely marble flooring into the dark, sultry, and intimate space. I now have a number of new songs added to my own music selection from their curated playlist. They can only sit about 30 people at a time, so the mood is set right away. I went to Wright's Tavern during the opening week with a friend who worked at the owner's first restaurant, King Louie, in the early 2000s as one of her first jobs. She informed him when she walked in and upon being seated, we were given complimentary champagne that brought her to tears. The crab cake was the best crab cake that I have ever had, and even the Cesar salad was perfect. The bread was hot and so fresh, you could literally see the steam rising. I ordered the burger and my friend had pasta. Both worthy! My Martini & The Car (Fords Gin, Dolin dry vermouth, Lustau Vermut Blanco, orange bitters, and jumbo Gordal olives) was delicious as well. My friend had a traditional Old Fashioned (one of my favorite cocktails) and it was one of the best I've had in town. We ended the night with a slice of wedding cake as dessert and were given expresso martinis compliments of our waiter, Sean. I would come back again and again, not just for the food, but because the overall experience was superb. The time passed so effortlessly that we didn't realize we were there for hours! St. Louis is lucky to have another great restaurant from Matt McGuire. If you have not been to his other restaurant, Louie on Demun, check that out as well! Parking is tricky- so make sure you allocate enough time. read more

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Thank you Yelp! In town for a soccer tournament and someone recommended looking for restaurants in Clayton... found Wright's on yelp with excellent reviews. They did not have any available reservations but said they have 4 spots at the bar that would be an option if available. We took the chance and so glad we did. My son ordered the filet with pomme frites, I ordered the special which was a veal chop with pomme puree. The filet was one of the best quality filets I have had in a while (of course I had to try it). The fries were amazing and the pomme puree (mashed potatoes) were some of the lightest and silkiest that I've had. Ever. I don't normally drink martinis but ordered one and it was very good. The ambience was quaint yet sophisticated. It's not a large place (which adds to the ambience) so if you are interested in trying Wright's Tavern book your reservation early! read more

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No signage Hidden in plain sight This is Wrights Tavern, sister property of Louis on Demun. This elegant, quaint restaurant stays true to the restaurant chains law of "BY RESERVATION ONLY"! There are 4 seats at the bar, first come first serve! My date arrived late and so I was unable to be sat at the bar. The wait staff are super nice and professional. My lovely hostess kept me up to date the entire time as I waited. I will definitely revisit again. I'm not a reservation person so I'll try to go with company and make sure to get there early or at least wait. Everyone who left had very wonderful compliments to say. I could see... no one left hungry. The staff were attentive and it smelled wonderful. Enjoy!! read more

Wright’s Tavern - Steakhouses Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

What an experience! As a Marylander, I can happily say, I'm in love with the seafood dishes here. I have to give a special shoutout to the crab cake!!! Oh my goodness. It's a small spot but I love the vibe. I got lucky and got a table solo without a reservation, but I got there and waited outside before they officially opened. I would happily come back again! It is worth it! read more

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