50 Best Bars in St. Louis

“Love! Food and drinks have been great- can’t wait to try the brunch!“

“A cool little dive bar with pinball machines. On a Sunday night they seem to have some league whereby people play them all night so normal patrons can’t use them. It’s a pretty cool place though, and if you can find a night where you can play pinball or just listen to the jukebox, I’d definitely recommend it. Tiny chef is excellent also and they sell food at a window inside the bar.“

“Great homemade food. Staff are wonderful. Great place to go.“

“I was so happy to have the opportunity to work with Sydney and her wonderful team at Live by Loews for a client's wedding. The venue is fun and lovely and perfect for St. Louis couples who want to showcase the best of St. Louis. Beyond the amenities and location of the venue, the staff is professional, courteous, and dedicated to service, whether it is the clients, guests, or vendors. Thank you again for all your work to make this a great day.“

“Wonderful.

Nothing short of a great dining experience. Delicious yet not typical dishes served in a beautiful space (indoor and patio) by some very thoughtful staff. This is the spot to bring friends from out of town when you want to impress them with an example of what St. Louis can deliver. I will be back, often.“

“We were celebrating our daughter receiving her Ph D. This place was highly recommended. Had a WONDERFUL experience. The food was fabulous. The staff extremely friendly. Nice wide open space. Being in the business. I was watching the other staffs interaction with guests and other co workers. EXCELLENT VIBE in the house. HIGHLY recommend. All in All. Guests Staff. Food. Cleanliness. Home Run. Great Job 👊👊👍👍“

“Food was excellent, service was great! Our bartender was awesome!“

“Great drinks. Sting so worth the price“

“Beautiful place. Excited to try their night time cocktail hour.“

“Uniquely decorated inside, and it's beautiful. Outside patio is awesome, loved the music, We had amazing service as well♥️ and great food!“

“Pizza! Kind of pricey about $7/slice with the cash discount. It’s good, not great but yknow.

Been here a couple times, 10 cent token Thursday is bomb. Drinks are eh. I don’t drink a whole lot.

The games, they’re cheap they’re fun. Some are broken. Quite a few are out of order. Many never heard of. But again a fun space to burn some time“

“Attended a birthday party here yesterday. Great ciders and food. Staff was amazing as well. Will definitely be back!“

“Had some excellent beer and the atmosphere was great!!!“

“This is without a doubt the best food in St. Louis. The value you get for your money is unparalleled as they hand prep everything. No short cuts! The staff is very friendly. The location is fun because it's a pinball bar so you can play pinball or get drinks while you wait. The food comes fast. They always have vegan variants on everything so it's a great spot to go for carnivores, omnivores, and all the veggiesauruses out there. The jukebox is all punk rock. I cannot recommend this place enough. Definitely try everything on the menu but the specials are always the best thing there. My fav specials are anything with Tteokbokki, Garlic Chillicrisp Mandu, and Kimchi Pancakes. Last night I ate a "Korean Crunchwrap" and each bite felt like God telling me I was his most cherished creation. I told my friend about this place a few years back for a first date recommendation and now he's engaged. Coincidence? Definitely eat here!“

“The food is amazing. The location is great. The service is impeccable. This is THE place to be!“

“a great place for friends to game, professional team building, you name it. loved it there. the art deco interior is beautiful.“

“Great wine, place to lounge and relax with friends . Best bartender and server“

“First visit in at least 5 years and if anything, it has only improved. It has always been my favorite venue in STL. I love that the entire space is all ages if it's an all ages show now! Great experience bringing my 10 year old to see the Aquabats for her first concert.“

“Great beer selection and crafted cocktails. Nice having Buzz’s next door. Amazing bar staff“

“Best dive bar in St Louis. Always a friendly face.“

“my staple stop when I visit St.Louis. Fond memories and glad it's around still and family tradition continues.“

“Great little place with a great atmosphere.“

“As a person with Celiac visiting your town I felt so welcome and safe- and it was a huge treat to eat an entire plate of yummy fried goodness that was safely prepared for someone like me. But the awesomeness didn’t stop there- the friendly bartender shared more Celiac safe local hotspots with us as well!“

“Amazing owners and staff, with a really well curated shop!“

“Tonight we had dinner at Felix’s, first timers. Pizza, wings and toasted ravs, ALL DELICIOUS! Couldn’t have asked for better service. Our server Dylan was amazing. We will definitely go back.“

“Best baked mac n cheese ever. Wings and burgers are fantastic as well.“

“Awesome place, great beer selection, knowledgeable staff, and wonderful location..🍀🍀🍀🍀“

“Love this place. Bartenders are nice, quick and make delicious drinks on their rotating seasonal drinks menu, especially Harley. I really love when they have themed drinks for the various shows they house.
If you're looking for local drag and burlesque or to get on stage with some karaoke with fun DJs like Skeleta, Dizzy Punch, and Disko Kate.
Love all their NA options and excited for their expansion!“

“If you are into EDM better and safer than Washington Ave. Remodeled decor is awesome, staff know their stuff. Only complaint is very long bar but only four bar stools“

“I knew the owners of this place. Rose and Tony. My grandma took me down there when I was two. She ran a run down apt complex right next to there. I can’t believe it is still there. Rose and Tony would come to my house for holidays. I will be visiting there soon. It was a nice little dive bar the last time I was there. I worked at the west and cafe. I think rose and Tony were still alive at that point. Like 30 years ago. Love them and I loved this little bar.“

“Cozy and fun. A place to share with friends.“

“This is an excellent spot. Craft beer lovers should check it out.“

“I've been coming to this eclectic, artistic, ever-changing bar for years. I do miss the Rastafarian cooks from the old days in the late '80s. It is a mandatory stop for a drink or three whenever out of towners want to do something a little" different ".
From the first floor to the upstairs to the various patio areas there is something interesting and wonderful around every
corner. Just do it !“

“Very friendly staff, food was better than you'd expect at a bar and overall a very good place to have a drink or 2 with good food and festive atmosphere“

“Great place for adults 35 an older. Very laid back. The music is wonderful. They offer outdoor seating. The drinks and food prices are great. They have happy hour on Saturdays, not sure of any others days. On Saturday, they offer 2 for 1 drink special for the ladies starting at 7pm. I love going there and will continue. Get there if you haven't been. Age limit is strictly enforced. Security on site.“

“I like this place because the drinks are always mixed really good...good music always playing plus 8th inning offers alot of different games to play while your there..keeno..pool... pinball...and they have keroke every Friday. The owner of this place has a nice establishment and has done a great job at making you feel at home while your there. Love this place!!!“

“Great atmosphere and service. They have a limited but diverse beer and beverage selection. The cocktails are made with attention. And if you're hungry (or even if you aren't), the food is not too be missed. Creative top notch selection of bay snacks and sandwiches. It's very laid back with live music almost every night and lots of recreational fun - pool, darts, games, etc. And then they also have a comfortable outdoor patio in the back, where you can bring your dog.“

“J McGraugh’s is hands-down one of my favorite spots, and it’s all thanks to the amazing team that makes every visit unforgettable! I have to give a huge shoutout to Sarah and Katie, the absolute rockstars behind the bar. They’re not just bartenders—they’re mixology geniuses with incredible personalities. Whether it’s a classic cocktail or something custom, they always get it perfect. Plus, their friendly, upbeat energy makes you feel like part of the family the moment you walk in.

And let’s not forget about Troy in the kitchen! The food here is next-level, and Troy deserves all the credit. Every dish is cooked to perfection, packed with flavor, and served piping hot. It’s the kind of food that keeps you coming back for more.

If you’re looking for great drinks, mouthwatering food, and a team that makes your night unforgettable, J McGraugh’s is the place to be. Huge thanks to Sarah, Katie, and Troy for making it such a special spot—I’ll definitely be back (probably sooner than I should)!“

“As a retired young man, I harken back to the days when many taverns opened early. You can't drink all day if you don't start early. Seriously this is a very comfortable place to have a drink to start your day. Atmosphere is laid back and help is very pleasant. Please visit a local tavern in St. Louis, it is a great experience.
South St. Louis specialty the Boilermaker. Stag and Old Crow“

“All around great evening. Beers world class and food was excellent.“

“Great bartenders, great prices, and it's a clean "dive" bar.“

“Awesome place!!! they make ANY type of drink, anyway you want it!!! Plus, the main bartender there is amazing!!! 💯“

“Incredibly nice owner, beautiful decor. Hope to make it for some live music next time!“

“My family and I have been going here weekly for years. The staff is awesome and kind. The selection of beer and Liqour is amazing and the food is delicious.“

“The drinks are so delicious, I had a large bomb pop, You can definitely taste the liquor“

“My second visit and Julie & Steve were awesome….had drinks ready for us with a smile and took great care of us while there, I would highly recommend for a Friday night fun outing, Fun Bar!!“

“Great shaded patio, large menu, shuttles to every game/concert.“

“Great fun atmosphere, with cheap drinks.“

“I've been visiting Bar PM for years. They have been consistently great owners who keep a safe and open atmosphere for every walk of life.
All their bartenders and staff are always nice, non-judgey and remember almost everyone.
The other bar patrons are welcoming. There is a very nice dance floor next door past their expansive patio which includes another full service bar. This place gets packed on Saturday night. Take an Uber imo.

Parking: Parking on weekends can be tricky“

“The shrimp bowl was absolutely amazing and the people who works there are just the best would recommend this place to all my friends“