50 Best Bars near Ballwin

“Awesome food!! Best in west county!“

“Had a blast with Amy Sampo and Jake!“

“I never even knew this place was here, 15 minutes from where i live. It is cozy with a cool atmosphere for music. It almost reminded me of a small pageant. Its in a historic building. The inside has a nice feel with exposed brick, wood, beams, and wiring but tastefully decorated. Nice bar is there. they DO NOT SERVE FOOD, but they allow patrons to bring in takeout. Im so glad I discovered it. I will be back.“

“Great place to just meet friends and neighbors. Food is fantastic and staff incredible!!!“

“Mi Lupita's is our favorite authentic Mexican restaurant. We love the fresh squeezed Margaritas, Chicken Mole Poblano, El Pastor Tacos of pork and pineapple. Great service, atmosphere and everyone is o friendly. Best of luck on your new location.“

“Great food and staff! Very attentive“

“We usually order delivery, but went in and sat down for the first time today. It is IMMACULATE inside and the food is somehow even better in person. On top of that, the staff were so pleasant and sweet to my 11 month old (because he’s a bit messy). Food and drinks came out extremely fast. I cannot recommend this place enough!“

“Great place. Delicious food and a great hostess! Thanks Nikki! Really takes all precautions to social distancing!“

“Arch Nemesis Brewing is a hidden gem that should be on everyone’s list to visit. This modern yet cozy spot has a welcoming “hole-in-the-wall” charm. Whether you settle into a stool at the bar, sink into a couch, or claim a table, you’ll feel right at home. Grab a board game from the shelf and dive into some of the best hand-crafted libations around. Not sure where to start? Go for a flight to sample the unique creations brewed right on-site – it’s the perfect way to experience the variety they have to offer.“

“We came here with our Boston fan group to watch the Celtics for their title clinching game and had a great experience. The staff was super accommodating and the food was great. We look forward to mixing Ice & Fuel into our game watch rotation in the future!“

“Natalya T was our server, and did an excellent job . She was very friendly , and anticipated what we would need. Excellent!“

“Not sure about all the food-but raves about the hamburger (bar grilled)! Friendly folks, shuffleboard, good drinks!!! Goes on our list of dive bars to visit again!!!“

“The rudest manager I have ever met. the restaurant was only about 30% full and the hostess would not seat us at the table we wanted to sit at, even though 70% of the tables were empty. I asked her to ask the manager, and we still couldn't sit at the table we wanted. So, we decided to leave. On the way out, I stopped at the hostess desk and very politely asked her to pass along to the manager why we were leaving so that he would be aware because if I were manager, I would want to know why my customers left before ordering.. The manager came up behind me while I was telling her that and interrupted me saying to stop talking because he was aware of my opinion. He went on to say that he had been doing this for a long time and knows what he is doing. When I started to respond, he interrupted me again shouting "Stop talking!" and then, "Just leave!" I had made my request for the table very politely and was also very politely asking the hostess to let him know that we were leaving for that reason. To be interrupted twice and yelled at and told to stop talking and just leave in the manor he did so was outrageous behavior verging on threatening. I will never return and will encourage all the groups I routinely go to sports bars with to never return. If you are going to a sports bar to watch your favorite teams, this is definitely NOT the place to go. You will likely not be able to watch the teams you like and will get yelled at if you try. Customer service is definitely not something this place values.“

“I have a great time every time I stop in. Love this spot. Prices are reasonable and they have nice bottle selections on whiskey and up to date beer picks. Five star service too.“

“I love the Fireplace. It's basically a neighborhood type dive bar. Very friendly people, good drinks and small food offering. They have a pool table, game machines and the best karaoke on Fri and Sat nights.

They have recently had a bit of a facelift and the place looks great. They have also elevated their drinks with holiday special menus. I love the fall caramel apple martini! DELICIOUS! They also make a great white russian for a reasonable price. I've had the smore's dessert which is a cool experience and the pizza which is consistent and good. Service is quick and friendly and sometimes they even have a employee offering food samples.

I really enjoy that the karaoke crowd is kind and there to have a good time. They are friendly and will sing with you and cheer you on. The guy who runs karaoke is polite and does his best with your songs and rotating the list of singers.

They also have the cleanest restrooms I have ever experienced in a bar! This is not the kind of bar you go to and avoid using the restrooms, its one where you feel comfortable and they always have soap and towels for handwashing!

The only downside is that their parking lot is tiny and once its full, you are basically out of luck. There isn't any overflow parking, so I do recommend carpooling if you can.

Parking: Parking lot is tiny, carpool if you can“

“I’m continually pleased at everything When I get there!“

“I love this bar! Great food! Been coming here forever“

“Great bar, great atmosphere, friendly staff! Great local bar and good drinks! I’ll be back!“

“Kelly is absolutely AMAZING!!! She is very lovely, attentive, and truly cares about her customers! 10/10 customer service from her! You can tell the regulars here absolutely adore her too. I’m in from out of town and she made me feel so welcome, thank you Kelly, and thank you Brew House! I’ll definitely be coming back here!“

“I love their food. And iv always been treated very well. My babies love to come here and eat and so far iv not had anything I didn’t like off their menu.“

“I’ve been here twice. First time was for my bachelorette party. This boat was perfect! We were put up in the karaoke room right away and our server came up frequently to make sure we had enough drinks and everything was good. It was the perfect night! Then we went again yesterday for my birthday. The drinks were fantastic and there was plenty to keep us entertained while waiting for our turn in the karaoke room. The only flaw in the night was fixed right away by the amazing security staff and the manager! I would only suggest a better system for the karaoke waitlist. We were called for our room and went up only to be told by the waitress (who did not check the waitlist) that someone else had the room and even though they booked after us we needed to leave. I wish I had gotten the names of the security staff and manger because when we brought this issue to them they resolved it right away and we were able to enjoy some karaoke to end the night. Thank you to all the security staff and the manager (those 5 stars for you) for helping end our night on a good note! I will alway recommend this place to people and will gladly go here for any birthday in the future! ❤️ Also we did not eat here but we saw Nachos coming out that looked absolutely 🔥 and if the kitchen had still been open we would have ordered some!“

“Best Bar around..everyone's like family. All holidays are like a family get together. Prices are great. Pet friendly and always doing fun things, poker runs, trivia, karaoke, blues, chili cook offs and fund raisers, Nick is one of a kind owner.“

“This was very very busy place. The food was very good. I ordered a vodka cran in a short glass- very pricey. Rail vodka shot $6, separate charge for the cranberry, $.50. some places do it that way. I'm Not a fan. Fun times, great place, nice people, busy. They don't need me to be a fan of how they manage their inventory. Imagine that. 🤪“

“Rose is amazing in the breakfast area, front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Wish nutrition info was available for diabetics. That was our only problem. Location is good for stay to see our daughter in college. We will stay there again, especially if Best Western continues to offer incentives.“

“Ample parking. Great location.across from the pool . Excellent sports venue for groups or small gatherings of friends. Excellent service drinks for extra strong. Love the atmosphere for a close cozy sporting event or get friends together..“

“Everything!!!Great dinner, drinks and atmosphere! Bartenders are on point!“

“Always a great place for a good meal, friendly staff, and great community! Love Clancy’s!“

“I walked into a classy interior and sat at the bar. I was welcomed there by the owner and he made me feel like a king. I had some fine tequila and ordered the duck. Both were fantastic. The service was wonderful. One of the best duck breast dishes I ever had. Hats off to Westchester for a positive experience“

“We had a lovely dinner at NOTO last night. One thing I like about NOTO is their menu changes seasonally which keeps it fresh and exciting. They have amazing Neapolitan pizza which was certified by AVPN in Italy. Service was spectacular. Charming atmosphere. I started off with NOTO house salads. Chefs kiss. Mortadella is a no-brainer for me. My partner got the Salsiccia. They were absolutely delicious. The whole experience definitely brought us back to Italy. We also liked the patata a lot. I did make a reservation one month in advance but it’s worth the wait. Highly recommended!“

“Best Fine Dining Restaurant😀😀😀“

“Our service was second to none!!! Samatha, Savannah Jolie and Tim!! Food was incredible. The whole atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Our family loved the entire evening. Thank you!“

“Cons
1. The bar stools are far too close together.
2. Even though I was given an extra half pour for the extra long wait in getting my (1) order of wings, which I appreciate greatly, it still took far too long to get my (1) order of wings.
3. No Laphroaig, please stock Laphroaig.

Pros
1. The Kickin' Buffalo wings are out of sight (especially with a Rumple Minze shooter)
2. The bar staff are phenomenal (should actually be #1)
3. Very excellent choice of beers on tap
4. Keep rocking it Kerry“

“First time visit. Went for our anniversary. The attention to detail was excellent. We've spent a lot more at similar steakhouses and haven't had nearly the wonderful experience as we had here! Being seated by the manager was a nice touch. Prior to going, the only thing we knew was that it was attached to a Holiday Inn, which made us suspect and we thought we'd be severely disappointed. But since it got a good rating on Yelp we chanced it-- we're so glad we did! The cocktails were delicious and interesting. The wine list superb. We LOVED the salads that arrived "family style"- a Caesar and a mixed-greens salad choice. They came with homemade dressings that I wanted to drink from the bowls! Our steaks were cooked to our liking. I ordered the filet Oscar style and it was delicious! There were many choices of sides from which to choose. We ordered the whipped potatoes, asparagus, and the pepper cream sauce for my wife's filet and they were all yummy! Finally, we were given a free large slice of their "wedding cake" (vanilla cake with a phenomenal almond buttercream frosting) for dessert and devoured it! Don't hesitate going here. We think you'll enjoy it as much as we did!!“

“Had lunch with the office ladies and it was so delicious! Definitely will be back.“

“Top- Notch Service. The place is amazing!! We loved the experience and will go again soon!!“

“I'm coming back simply because John's customer service was exceptional! Keep up the good work John! I made him pose for the photo!“

“My parents frequent this restaurant. This was my first time. Our server was genuinely sweet and kind and the food was phenomenal. I needed high protein so I opted for the meatballs appetizer as my meal. It was a hearty portion and absolutely delicious. I enjoyed my leftovers for a couple of days. I look forward to going here again“

“A hidden Gem. Great folks always Absolutely the best drink prices“

“had the wings with two sides today. everything was delicious“

“First time at Rosalita's Cantina, and loved it. Definitely recommend the food. The wait staff are very friendly as well.“

“The food is always good, Ice cold drinks n love going to listen to the live music!!! They always have awesome live 🎶 Every where you look there’s Fun entertainment for everyone 🤩 Never disappointed!!!“

“Love three kings. We had a great dinner with great service. Maharaja on tap!“

“My wife and I had lunch there. reasonably priced, food was excellent, great atmosphere. Our waitress was awesome. Thanks Brynne for taking care of us.“

“We went to Astoria for the first time and I was blown away by the wonderful food and service, The lamb and chicken kabobs were very flavorful and juicy. The beef dumplings apps with dill was tremendous. Service was on point. You need to come here and treat yourselves. We are coming back!“

“Good bartenders , good people , comfortable atmosphere And now they sell Yuenling Beer“

“The best all around staff in Kirkwood. Thank you for helping to make a wonderful birthday dinner for my daughter! Can’t wait to see you all again!“

“A quaint Irish themed restaurant with everything one needs to "feel" the vibe. Great Irish food selection and drinks to match. Service was excellent and the food was delicious. Our server, Laura was friendly and pleasant. Served up a great peppermint martini. A holiday season special.“

“They have the best Greek salad and wings!!“

“Large bar! Great buffet for lunch. Absolutely the best food. Chai was wonderful too“

“We went to Syberg's yesterday ... always our spot to meet up with our son and his girlfriend. Service was great, food was delicious..... and the lobster mac was AMAZING! Full of chunks of lobster! Syberg's on Dorsett is one of our favorites! We drive almost two hours to eat there 🙂“