Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown St. Louis

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1. Broadway Oyster Bar

4.6

Exceptional(821)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • St. Louis

Booked 90 times today

The Broadway Oyster Bar is a locally owned and operated establishment and has been for over 35 years. The Oyster Bar is widely regarded as the premier New Orleans' style restaurant, bar and music venue in the Midwest. BOB, as it is affectionately known by its many fans and friends, is housed in a building that was built in the mid 1840's and is one of the oldest buildings still in daily use within the city of St. Louis. During its colorful history, our building has had many functions including a family home, a boarding house, a Chinese laundry, a record store and a bordello to name a few. These walls have heard and seen it all. Some people feel that the building is haunted by spirits who, occasionally late at night, play good hearted jokes on the staff such as doors suddenly opening or closing or lights going on or off as if by magic. Then again, it just could be because the building is over 170 years old. However, our historic building has just gone through a renovation so we now have two outdoor patios that are covered and heated during cold or rainy weather and an expanded kitchen to better serve you. Our food has won numerous awards and readers' polls for excellence and features some of the most sustainable seafood available such as fresh Gulf and Blue Point oysters, Louisiana crawfish and shrimp, Prince Edward Island mussels, scallops and crabs. Our Cajun and Creole dishes are our versions of many of the traditional Louisiana favorites. If you love New Orleans, you will feel right at home at BOB. BOB offers live music twice a day every night of the week except on Friday when we feature one act for the evening. We present the best local and national touring acts representing a variety of musical genres such as rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, funk, R&B, roots, and jam, and weshowcase a wide variety of bands visiting from New Orleans. The live music is free up to 8 times per a week. However, for some of the more popular and well known acts, we do charge a cover which typically goes to the bands in order to keep attracting them to the BOB. Broadway Oyster Bar has been referred to by many as a staple of St. Louis and was recently honored by the St. Louis Chapter of the Missouri Restaurant Association as the 2015 Restaurant of the Year. BOB is a great choice for a relaxing dinner, a celebratory party or an opportunity to dance to a great band. As well known food writer, the late Joe Pollack, once wrote, "There is, quite simply, nothing in St. Louis quite like the Broadway Oyster Bar". That line was written over 30 years ago, but it is as true today as it was then. Welcome to the Broadway Oyster Bar Family.

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2. Edera Italian Eatery

4.6

Exceptional(67)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central West End

Booked 27 times today

Edera Italian Eatery is focused on serving simple, refined food in a more casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere. Chef Andrew Simon offers a fresh interpretation, sourcing the highest quality ingredients from Italy to Missouri. The menu features premium Neapolitan pizzas, signature pastas and premium entrees. Edera’s cuisine – featuring sauces, pastas and baked goods made fresh daily in the restaurant – are elevated enough for a special night out, while also being approachable enough for everyday fare. Concepted by the Koplar family in consultation with renowned Chef Mike Randolph, Edera has quickly become a fixture in St. Louis’s iconic Central West End neighborhood. We invite you to experience our newly renovated dining room or dine alfresco alongside towering ivy walls in our Italian style courtyard. We look forward to serving you!

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3. Eleven Eleven Mississippi

4.6

Exceptional(4538)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Louis

Booked 49 times today

Eleven Eleven Mississippi blends old and new world culinary tradition to create signature Tuscan & Northern California cuisine in a one of a kind atmosphere. Eleven Eleven Mississippi is located in the heart of the beautiful Lafayette Square neighborhood & situated in a restored historic brick warehouse. Their reputation for exceptional cuisine & wine delivered with unprecedented style has made Eleven Eleven Mississippi St. Louis' most exciting destination restaurant.Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, Eleven Eleven Mississippi offers a casual rustic yet upscale & trendy atmosphere. The creative use of space is accentuated by an open display kitchen where the oak fired brick oven takes center stage as well as a glass enclosed wine cellar designed to double as a private dining area. The natural elements of hardwoods, brick, & copper along with two fireplaces situated in the main dining room & loft lounge create a cozy inviting atmosphere suitable for any occasion.

4. Cardinals Nation

4.6

Exceptional(691)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown St. Louis

Booked 3 times today

NOW taking reservations on home-game-days up to gate-time. Walk-ins always welcome! Cardinals Nation offers fans of all ages a one-of-kind, world championship caliber experience unlike any place else. The best fans in the game will come to play here all year round because the baseball season never ends at Cardinals Nation. Cardinals Nation is the ultimate Cardinals headquarters.

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5. Guido's Pizza and Tapas

4.8

Exceptional(660)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • The Hill

Booked 10 times today

Serving a "Taste of Spain in The Middle of Italy" Family owned and operated Guido"s has both Spanish and Italian cuisine. We offer everything from Homemade Sangria to tapas and paella as well as the areas best thin crust pizza. Open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner. We also have carry out, delivery and catering available.

6. Chase Club

4.4

Awesome(253)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Central West End

Booked 7 times today

Inspired by bold designs of the Roarin 20’s and Art Deco 30’s, Chase Club at the historic Chase Park Plaza Hotel invokes the original spirit of times past. As Prohibition ended, the pendulum swung back to indulging & entertainment (Live Music, Great Food and Free Flowing Alcohol). Influenced by the Speakeasys and extravagant style of a bygone era, the concept for Chase Club was born. Chase Club features a well crafted gastro-pub menu, a huge bar, a dining area with large adjoining patio overlooking the Chase Park Plaza pool, and even a outdoor fireplace with seating area to keep you toasty on chilly nights. Big screen TVs and plush seating provide the perfect lounging atmosphere for an afternoon or evening of sports. Chase Club evokes an easier time with big style design, quality food and drink, and lively bands every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. Enjoy brunch favorites every Saturday and Sunday!

7. Bridgeway

3.5

Very Good(48)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis

Booked 2 times today

This casual dining restaurant and is sure to please your palate with delectable dishes that feel familiar and comfortable. Featuring house-made Chicken Parmigiana, Seared Pacific Salmon, and a 16 oz Bone-in Ribeye, you’re sure to feel the comfort of home cooking.

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8. Bar Italia Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(973)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central West End

Booked 13 times today

For authentic Italian cuisine come join us at Bar Italia Ristorante! Join us in the heart of the Central West End, but feel like you're in Italy! We serve upscale Italian unlike anything else you've had in Saint Louis. We promise a dining experience you're sure to remember! Parties over 6 guests will receive one check so we can make sure your party receives exceptional service as well as our other guests.

9. Del Pietro's

4.8

Exceptional(1071)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Richmond Heights

Booked 19 times today

Del Pietro's is a casual affordable Italian restaurant serving fresh pastas, pizza, salads, antipasti, entrees, local beers, and a diverse wine list.

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10. Russell's on Macklind

4.8

Exceptional(1215)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Hills

Booked 18 times today

Russells on Macklind is a neighborhood restaurant that serves seasonal farm to table dinner and weekend brunch. We are well known for our extensive bakery offerings as well as a bar that features seasonal cocktails, local craft beers, and wine. Russells is located in a renovated 100 year old building at the corner of Murdoch and Macklind in the Southampton neighborhood of St. Louis. We pride ourselves on serving exceptional food in a warm and inviting neighborhood atmosphere.

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ZachVIP
St. Louis •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We sat in the chalets which we’ve been wanting to do for a long time. It was wonderful! Edera is our favorite place in the city and they keep us coming back! Great food, great atmosphere, and wonderful service.
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Edera Italian EateryPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central West End
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4.6
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Lisa
St. Louis •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We’ve been here probably hundreds of times over the years. Food never fails to hit the mark favorites include the bisque, shrimp and grits, and étouffée, wonderfully quirky and historic building cool music. It tends to get pretty loud, but it’s well worth it.
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Broadway Oyster BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• St. Louis
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4.6
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Anthony
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a wonderful lunch! The food was outstanding and the service was on point.
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Eleven Eleven MississippiPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. Louis
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4.6
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Marni
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Girls lunch and everything was perfect. Everyone enjoyed their food. The ambiance was spot on for the holiday season. This was my first time there, and I plan on going back soon. I had the Deluxe Salad, and I don't remember ever having a salad as good as that one. Service was amazing, too! Warning, parking can be difficult, but going there is worth the hassle.
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Guido's Pizza and TapasPrice: Moderate• Italian• The Hill
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4.8
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gerolyn
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
Second time we've come out to see Fred Bird for my oldest daughter's birthday. Allison has Down Syndrome and seeing Fredbird is always a treat for her. She is always treated with kindness and respect from everyone there. As an adult with special needs our table is always accommodating and Fred Bird always takes special time with not only her but our entire table. Thank you so much for making Ali's #24 birthday special.
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Cardinals NationPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown St. Louis
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4.6

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Broadway Oyster Bar

2. Edera Italian Eatery

3. Eleven Eleven Mississippi

4. Cardinals Nation

5. Guido's Pizza and Tapas

6. Chase Club

7. Bridgeway

8. Bar Italia Ristorante

9. Del Pietro's

10. Russell's on Macklind

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