We know several of our guests will be coming in from out of town. Since we are self-proclaimed St. Louis experts, we would love to recommend some great places to visit while you are in for our reception.
Saint Louis Zoo
1 Government Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110, (314) 781-0900
One of the greatest zoos in the country. If you have a few hours to kill, this is a great way to do it!
St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
201 South 18th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103, (314) 923-3900
Although we haven't had a chance to check it out since moving to California, we have heard nothing but great things about the aquarium.
The Arch
St. Louis, MO 63113
You can't miss seeing and getting a picture at the arch while you are new in town.
City Museum
750 North 16th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103, (314) 231-2489
A truly unique place to visit.
Blueprint Coffee
4206 Watson Road, St. Louis, MO 63109, (314) 266-6808
Snag a cup of coffee and venture across the road to Donut Drive In!
Benton Park Cafe & Coffee Bar
2901 Salena Street, St. Louis, MO 63118, (314) 771-7200
A great breakfast/brunch spot tucked away in one of our favorite neighborhoods.
Southwest Diner
6803 Southwest Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63143, (314) 260-7244
Luke's favorite breakfast cafe in town. If you are really hungry...or hungover, order the Rocket to Baconland.
Rooster
3150 S Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63118, (314) 772-3447
Another great breakfast/brunch spot. The biscuits + gravy or any of the scrambles are a great place to start on the menu.
Donut Drive In
6525 Chippewa Street, St. Louis, MO 63109, (314) 645-7714
Since our favorite donut shop will be featured at our reception, we'd love to suggest our 2nd favorite donut spot in town. While you are there, swing by Blueprint for a cup of coffee!
La Pizza
8137 Delmar Boulevard, University City, MO 63130, (314) 725-1230
Hands down, this is our favorite pizza spot in St Louis. Get there early, because when they run out of dough, they are out for the night!
Crown Candy Kitchen
1401 Saint Louis Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63106, (314) 621-9650
It's a venture into old St Louis, but Crown Candy is a staple. Order a shake and their BLT. You won't be disappointed!
Gioia's Deli
1934 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110, (314) 776-9410
The Hill is Luke's old "stomping ground" and he highly recommends lunch at Gioia's Deli.
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
6726 Chippewa Street, St. Louis, MO 63109, (314) 481-2652
The St. Louis icon... If you want ice cream while you are in town, look no further.
Gelato Di Riso
5204 Wilson Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110, (314) 664-8488
If you do visit The Hill, this is a must-stop if you have a sweet tooth.
Blues City Deli
2438 McNair Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63104, (314) 773-8225
Some of the best sandwiches in town! Give the 7th Street Sicilian a try!
The Dam
3173 Morgan Ford Road, St. Louis, MO 63116, (314) 771-3173
A small, off the beaten path, burger spot, sure to please anybody needing something to cure their hangover from the reception.
Adam's Smokehouse
2819 Watson Road, St. Louis, MO 63139, (314) 875-9890
Luke's favorite BBQ spot in St Louis. If they have chicken wings or ribs available, ORDER THEM.
Mission Taco Joint - Historic Soulard
908 Lafayette Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63104, (314) 858-8226
One of our favorite tacos spots in town in a really fun neighborhood.
Seoul Taco
4099 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110, (314) 925-8101
A killer spot for fusion tacos. Try the steak or pork (both) tacos. You can't go wrong.
Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery
1200 Lynch Street, St. Louis, MO 63118, (314) 577-2626
You can't visit St Louis without stopping by AB for a beer and experiencing their famous beer garden.
2nd Shift Brewing
1601 Sublette Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110, (314) 669-9013
This spot is near Luke's old house. Give the Art of Neurosis or Little Big Hop a try.
The Hideaway
5900 Arsenal Street, St. Louis, MO 63139, (314) 645-8822
If cheap beer and elderly people singing around a keyboard is your thing, then this bar is for you. If you want to have a story to tell when you go back home, spend a night at the Hideaway.
Urban Chestnut Grove Brewery and Bierhall
4465 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110, (314) 222-0143
John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden
1200 Russell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63104, (314) 776-8309
Cherokee Street
Cherokee Street, St. Louis, MO 63118
Loaded with great shops and food, Cherokee is an awesome place to explore.
The Grove
St. Louis, MO
A funky little neighborhood filled with great bars and places to grab food.