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1. Vicia - Central West End

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· 577 reviews

4260 Forest Park Avenue Entrance On Boyle, At Corner Of, Duncan Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108

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Vicia: what do users think?
Michael Gehman: Beautiful restaurant located in St Louis' Central West End. The food is exquisitely prepared by talented chefs who have a way of turning even seemingly boring vegetables into fabulous entrées and side dishes. Love their focus on local ingredients and huge support of local farms.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Derek Theisen: We did the farmers feast tasting menu. All of the dishes were creative, carefully constructed, and delicious. The fried potato with caramelized onion and the cheesy grits with smoked daikon were real stars of the show. Unique wine menu and great cocktails.Vegetarian options: Only one dish had to be subbed in our tasting for our vegetarian guest and the substitution was just as thoughtful and tasty as the meat option.
Mathieu: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5More
Allan Connolly: I hate posting negative reviews, but sometimes you’re left with little choice. I sent the following message directly to the restaurant, but after a month without a reply from Vicia I felt I had little choice.“We had an appalling experience last Saturday while dining at Vicia.  We've eaten at Vicia several times, and enjoyed the prior experiences, but the most recent visit was appalling.   We paid for the elevated wine pairings to go with what we thought would be a tasting menu.Your tasting menu is anything but a menu degustation - it's a three course dinner served family style.  The pairings for the "tasting menu" were a glass of very average white, followed by a very thin Bordeaux, Duc des Nauves.   These are bottles of wine that retail for LESS than $25, and that's retail, not trade.Five of us had the parings, so we had one bottle of white and one bottle of red for the table.  You charged us $250 for wine that you paid well under well under $50.  I get the usual 2x mark up from retail at a restaurant, 3x gets irritating,  but 5x???   That's nothing but insulting - you are exploiting your customers to the point it borders on theft.  I can't begin to imagine what you serve for the base pairing.We raised this issue with your staff, and let's just say they were less than helpful.  Their tone was dismissive, and they repeated over and over again "what do you want us to do?".  First step, don't put this back on the customers.Please understand that we are not serial whiners.  The food was great, but the flagrant price gouging, combined with the poor response from the staff, ruined the experience.”
Michael Snowden: Wow Vicia was a wonderful meal and I am blown away by how affordable it was for 2 people for this quality of food. I’ve been to other places with this level quality and I end up spending over 1000 but not here. Our bartender Tyler was a really nice guy and the wine guy was excellent as well. We did the farmers feast and it was superb. Will definitely be back in the future!
Mark Walls: The Stars speak louder than words 😉Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Chef's Tasting …More
G L: Amazing, creative food and amazing serviceFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Chris VanderWier: I had the farmers feast for three. There were three separate courses. All paired perfectly with wine on each course. One of the best food experiences I have had in a very long time. My hat's off to the chefs and the management team. Lovely experience.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Parking space Plenty of parking …More
Nidaa Jabbar: Very nice place, staff is nice. When we came to order, they gave us a price of $85 for a Tea three-course meal that they had. When the first course came, one of the entrées was pork, we had told her we are 100% kosher so we can’t have that. So they adjusted my serving to a little arugula salad. Then came second course and they had chorizo inside a sauce and we told them we also can’t have that so they replaced it with two little bit cakes. The only protein we had was two little pieces, upper thigh that was split. Then we got the tab and it was $263 because it was $85 per person. We were never once told it was per person. Well I didn’t want to feel rude or rub my message often anyway, but I did email the restaurant and contacted them through their personal site and they have yet to even respond.
Casey Peetz: Delicious vegetable forward seasonal menu.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Julie Hong: Premium pairing was not worth it. Meal was okay. Overall I was very disappointed
Bradford Sledge: I don’t even know how to review this restaurant. It is not the type I would normally choose for myself, I went with a group. There’s no menu, you get what they serve. It’s heavily vegetarian but there was a little meat. Some of the options were yummy, some were a miss for me. I wouldn’t go back, especially given the price, but if you lean vegetarian and want something different and interesting, this might be just the place for you.
Dylan Mullins: A beautiful curated experience for a special occasion.Vegetarian options: The menu was vegetable forward with a focus on local and regional farmers. Multiple items grown on premise in their garden.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Thomas Papouin: Best food I've had since moving to the Midwest. Very imaginative. Unusual ingredients. Presentation is stunning. Explosion of flavors guaranteed. Atmosphere is a clever balance of rustic, modern and semi-formal. Service is impeccable, simple, elegant and synchronized like in Michelin star restaurants.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Jimmy Winkelmann: Was told on phone price of tasting per person was 190 each and included tax and tip. This was false. Total cost was 260 a person with just food not even drinks. Canceled my reservation and looking elsewhere.
Jessica Silas: Everything was absolutely perfect.Vegetarian options: Don't hesitate to go here for the vegetarian tasting menu. It's equal to the omni options and totally worth it.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Hyla L: Really disappointed like everything else in st louis, rich people exploit our health. This used to be a reasonably priced, good for your health restaurant. I am sorry, but 100+ dollars for a 4 course meal I don't want is ridiculous. I was supporting this business from the start when they moved, but now I say go back to Cali
Adam Way: A good middle america fine dining experienceFood: 4/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Wine Pairing, Chef's Tasting …More
— “‪Muskrat Steve‬” —: This is a bit higher end than I am used to. We did the tasting option and celebrated our engagement. The food was exceptional. We both enjoyed 95% of what was served and what we didn't like was due to palette preferences and not the quality of the food. The wine pairings were perfect. The staff was amazing. I didn't think the dessert was on the same level as the appetizers and main course but it still tasted well. Ultimately, I hope to return again. I need to have more of those turnip tacos.Vegetarian options: Veggie options were very well done.

2. ELAIA - Botanical Heights

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1634 Tower Grove Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110

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ELAIA: what do users think?
Melissa Bear: Several years ago we came and had an outstanding meal. This year we came after seeing the Valentine’s Day meal advertised and had very high expectations. We were disappointed. The meal was more expensive than other similar restaurants in town, and for the price we paid, the size of portions and quality was not what one should expect from such a highly regarded restaurant. Our octopus was over cooked and chewy and the steak was more fat and gristle than meat.
Ross Mandernach: Absolutely amazing food, wine, service and atmosphere. Anyone who has given this place a 1 star review has the palate of a picky toddler and knows nothing about good food. This place is worth every penny
Josh Lorenz: Great dinner, excellent food and friendly staff!
Sherry Pesicka: The portions are extremely small and the prices are very expensive. 2 of us cost $277.00
Scott Howze: The tasting menu and pair pairings were amazing. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. I have no complaints.
Parker Gelber: This was the most fun and romantic tasting menu experience we’ve had. The food was unbelievable. Creative and diverse.This staff here was fantastic. By far the best service we have experienced. There knowledge is unparalleled.5 out of 5, one of the best spots in the Midwest!
Brian Grouzos: The food was ok. Like 5 dishes in a row had basil oil on it and most were slightly under seasoned. Service was very good though. Overall, the value for the price wasn't there for me.
Rachel Waterman: After trying many other tasting menus around town - tempus, vicia, bulrush, etc - gotta say this is hands down the least bang for your buck. Food is good, for sure, but you can eat just as well, in a much nicer setting, for a lot less money elsewhere in town.
Jason Yeager: The food, wine, and service was exceptional. It was very expensive, but also a great dining experience.
Nicholas Miller: Expensive but the best. Don’t go here to save money, go here to have a meal you won’t soon forget. Each course was thoughtful, delicious, and beautiful. We went there for our anniversary and very much enjoyed the whole experience.
Eduardo Sequeira: This what everyone must expect about fine dining. Good service, good and very well executed dishes with a good balance of wine pairings that usually is just random, the selection of wines was very accurate with the dishes and it has the right proportion. Bread, caviar, fish, beat tartar, Salmon cooked with broth, the mushroom, the chicken, the beef and dessert were just the right amount of flavorful dishes. I think the space is small for the potential of the cooking 🔪 here. Really worth it to visit if you want to have a good and fine dining experience
David Nold: Absolutely a superb and well designed chefs menu. The cadence of the nine courses and service was excellent. The flavors and creativity of the food ….wonderful. And the wine pairings were perfect…so totally complimentary. The staff and ambiance is an understated elegance, by which I mean professional AND friendly. They change their tasting menu every 2 months or so…..SO….if I’m back in the area this will be again on my list.
Kyle Williams: Have been to OLIO many times and love their food, but our meal at ELAIA was painfully underwhelming. We got the tasting menu with standard wine pairings and after an excellent cheese and bread service were disappointed by every course. The sturgeon in particular was so overcooked and unseasoned it was inedible. The wine was good with each course but everything except the short rib had almost zero flavor. For a total tab of more than $500 this was just such a bad meal. Especially disappointing given that the front of house staff did such a good job. It was just a poor meal on every level.
dhstlmo: We'd not been here for a number of years but just went for a birthday dinner, getting the full tasting menu and premium wine pairings. Elaia had always been good but a bit mixed in the past, and we thought this meal was up to their best from the early days. The wine selections were outstanding and most of the food courses were excellent to truly wonderful, and everything was at least very good. Service was charming, knowledgeable, attentive and well-paced. Be aware of the price tag, which was steep for our choices, and decide if it's likely to be worth it to you. St. Louis tends toward strong and simple flavors, and our meal at Elaia wasn't like that, closer to what you'd find in the bigger cities or in Europe, which isn't to everyone's taste.
Mel: I agree with the other reviewers that the tasting menu is overpriced and lacking both creativity and flavor for what you pay for. The service was great, very attentive and friendly. Unfortunately it seemed like the menu had been created without much thought which does not fly for that price point. There are other restaurants in the area that have amazing tasting menus for a fraction of the price.
Brad Hogenmiller: Wonderful anniversary dinner!
Dana Liu: Overall this was a really disappointing meal that fell short mainly because the price we paid did not justify the food and experience we received. We did 2x Chef Tasting Menus at $135 each, and split the premium wine pairing at $140 for a total of $410 before tax and tip.For this price, we found some issues in the dishes we received (e.g., overcooked sturgeon, beef short rib itself was on the bland side), the ingredients in the dishes didn't justify the price point (most expensive was the small scoop of caviar, then followed by beef short rib, and sturgeon - both of which had small portions as you can see in the photos), the wine pours were fairly restrained over 8 glasses, and the overall experience wasn't up to par with 'fine dining'.As a direct comparison, the last fine dining experience pre-COVID was with a 1 michelin restaurant in Chicago called Temporis. They offer a $165 seasonal tasting menu which was an intimate fine-dining experience from the setup, the service throughout, and the final parting gift of a goodie bag with the tasting menus and a sweet treat from the pastry chef. Their menu also features premium ingredients such as Lobster, Duck, Venison, A5 Wagyu Ribeye, etc. Finally, their comparable 2nd tier wine pairing to Elaia's comes in at $165 over 9 courses.For just $30 more on the tasting menu, and $25 more on the wine tasting, you could've gotten excellent cooking (as recognized by Michelin if that makes a difference to you), premium ingredients, reasonable wine pairings, an extra course (and wine pour!), and a really positive memorable experience. Elaia was certainly memorable, but for all the wrong reasons.I do not recommend Elaia. There's definitely other restaurants in the St Louis area that gets better bang for buck. If you're looking for a guaranteed fine dining experience, I highly recommend making a trip up to Chicago - there's plenty of really great restaurants to explore!
Conrad Gray: Don’t even try it!We thought it would be a cool place because it’s in an old house. Thought maybe a chefs table!Wrong…..We both preordered the chef’s tasting menu when we made the reservation. Bad idea.It’s very hot at our table and they brought us an already opened bottle of what was supposed to be Italian still water but it smelled just like that river in St. Louis.I won’t spend the time telling about the terrible food on every course as I have included some photos.Way too much money for not nearly enough thought and concern for a fine dining experience.Terrible
Gaelen Joseph: owner is incredibly rude and food is not worth the price
Stanley McCaslin: Expensive, but a great food experience, with impeccable service. We had the four-course tasting menu, with wine pairings. I understand this menu changes daily based on what is freshly available that day.

3. Brasserie by Niche - Central West End

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· 674 reviews

4580 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108

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Brasserie by Niche: what do users think?
Jim Thacker: I refuse to believe that people frequent this place on a regular basis. This place is the most over priced, over rated restaurant that I have ever been in. The ambiance was horrible, just a dilapidated old building. I had the braised beef with glazed carrots and potato puree. The braised beef was okay, the carrots consisted of about 1/2 of one carrot diced at different angles. The potato purée is nothing more than watered down mashed potatoes and there might have been two tablespoons of it. The salad that I had was the worst I think I ever had. The desert, the floating island was nothing more than a dollop of whipped cream on a little crème brûlée sauce with some shaved almonds... not even a scoop of ice cream. I’ve had better dinners at Cracker Barrel and Bob Evans. I've eaten at many high end restaurants but I've never been so disappointed. I’ve paid high end prices but was never disappointed like this place. I have no idea how they got so many good reviews. $127.00 for the wife and I with the tip. She had a half chicken. SAVE YOUR MONEY!
Sierra Pritchard: Service: 5/5More
Richard Hamilton: Place was great. Food was good and the service was excellent.I had mussels and they weren't the best. I think I'm building a habit of ordering seafood in the Midwest and expecting more than can be reasonably provided. My wife had the burger and our friend had steak. Everything was good to great.We'll be back.
Jenna Doll: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Chocolate Mousse, Mussels White WineMore
Bryan Rupp: Superb French restaurant with excellent dishes. The flavors are amazing. I especially recommend the escargot.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Linda Sharpe-Taylor: Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Braised Beef Glazed Carrots Bacon Lardons Potato PuréeMore
Bob Cymber: We specifically reserved a table for 2 at the Brass Bar, and it was obvious that they forgot and tried to bus a table ready for us. Had to wait a bit for our table, but the food and service was good.However, if you are going to reminisce about the amazing experience from Taste Bar, I think you will be disappointed. I wish Taste Bar was still here 😩
Joe Pinegar: Delayed Mother's day brunch. Excellent food and service. Lemon curd on the French toast was incredible. Can't wait to try the dinner menu. Came here because of great reviews. They weren't wrong.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
E. S.: Consistently excellent food and service. The roast chicken is 💯!
Rose Straeter: It was fabulous.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Duck Confit …More
D.M Ward: My girlfriend was there for dinner I surprised here with 4 bouquets of flowers and made quite a stir with guest!But the staff was helpful, kinda and attentive! The ambiance was adorable
Nuka DiLucca: Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 5/5More
Gennie Palmer: The Duck Confit was divine, the Mussels were perfect, the French Onion Soup was delicious, we really enjoyed the assorted cookies as well. Amazing customer service from our waiter and well-balanced cocktails from the bartender. We dined here last night on 4/22, thank you for the exceptional experience.
Karen: Best dinner we have had in such a long time! The bearnaise sauce is perfection. From drinks to main course, this exceeded our expectations and we will be sure to return soon!
Stanley Marett: Good food wonderful service.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Jorden N: I can say I like escargot because of this place
Yue Tan: I ordered three appetites and they were all really good. The escargot and the duck confit were the best.Recommended dishes Escargot, Braised Beef Glazed Carrots Bacon Lardons Potato Purée, French Onion Soup …More
Baya 2017: Recommended dishes Duck Confit, Mussels White Wine, French Toast, French Onion SoupMore
Dr. J. Michael Dwyer: The best restaurant I've eaten in since the last time I ate here 4 years ago. Wonderful venue and unbelievably delicious food.Dietary restrictions accommodated Not sure …More

4. Tony's - Clayton

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· 273 reviews

105 Carondelet Plaza, Clayton, MO 63105

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Tony's: what do users think?
jon buckingham: Excellent place with even better staff and the food is to die for.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Scott Johnson: Food and Service are second to none!
Monique: Took 2 hours to get food,first hour no menuFood way overpriced because it was not that good. Sadly spent over 500$ between my friends and I, I'll never be back
Lamon Pickens: Good to see Donnie, Bruce and Tony JrFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Marvin Feldman: Recommended dishes Tony's SaladMore
Michelle V.: Exceptional over the top dining experience! No other restaurant reaches this consistent culinary level, pampered service! This is the Place to celebrate life occasions or when you need a reminder of what quality dinning is! Can't wait to go back 💯Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Peter Charles Palumbo: happy 50th my lala!
Wendy Melrose: Absolutely to live for!! The atmosphere is beautiful, the staff and servers are professional, yet fun; I loved how Mr. Bommarito sat by us to say hello and visit. The food was delicious beyond measure.My bestie and I will be back and will bring the husband's!
Marvin Hardy: No hit or miss here, real fine atmosphere and delicious Italian cuisine.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Timothy Webb: Anthony's Bar was extraordinary! Awesome service, food, ambiance and the restrooms were very clean (tells a lot about a place)! Ask for Brian & Brian or Alex.
Sahar z: I believe this place is a little overrated, the ambiance if just o.k. Food is fine, service is poor
Holly Brown: I took my son for special congratulations dinner and we started off horribly. Waited an hour for appetizer and the owner made an excuse after we saw another table get the same thing as us promptly ! The food was great but felt we weren’t treated as others … another table had salad and entrees as we still waited…. My other son frequents the restaurant so thought I would try.Not off to a good start. Requested a call from customer service but never called. Oh well…. Food was good!!!!
Art King: Dietary restrictions: best restaurant in stl overall. service, food, ambience, romantic. A model for others in town!
2SmoknChixCigars: Went for birthday dinner last night and everything was amazing. From the host, to the waiters Brian and Brian. Food was delicious and ambiance amazing. We will definitely be back.
Pat V: Every interaction with the staff was perfect from the greeting coming into the restaurant, to getting guidance on ordering our dinner and the service during our meal was outstanding. This dinner was our celebration of our 50th anniversary, so we were very pleased with our experience at Tony's.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 4/5 …More
Jon Youngman: I've become a semi-regular for lunch at Anthony's bar, upstairs, I just can't resist. Beautiful bar, outstanding food as always, and the service from Mo is always on point with service and a great smile. Thanks Tony's!!
Chef Ross: Absolutely delicious 10 out of 10! Highly recommended
Starsha Ferguson: Impeccable food. Phenomenal Captain and Assistant. Extraordinary experience at Tony's.
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5. Broadway Oyster Bar - St. Louis

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· 5697 reviews

736 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102

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Broadway Oyster Bar: what do users think?
Chiquita Pope: Very good place to eat atFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Oyster Bar, Crawfish Enchiladas, Fish Tacos, Cheesecake Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free street parking, Paid street parking …More
Austin Ochsner: Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5More
That Guy: Great place!Super cool old & historic building.Food is AMAZING and the portions are fantastic.Our server Sam was super attentive and friendly.Also great live music.Will definitely be back.
Robert Miller: Enjoyed everything we had. Charred Oysters were phenomenal. Would definitely go back. The NO BBQ shrimp was good, but not really authentic, shrimp was not whole shrimp.
Rod G: Highly recommend place to eat, fresh oysters and a variety of other food are available. The staff is friendly and the food is amazing. Will return next time we're in town.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Fried Oysters, Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell, Oyster Bar …More
Mechelle F: We went to celebrate my daughters birthday. She passed away in February. I emailed April and she immediately responded back and made the reservation for us. Staff was informed for the reasoning as to why we were coming and after we ate they brought out dessert on the house. Yesterday was such a hard day for me, but the staff here made it so much easier. The food was great. The atmosphere was great and I loved the staff.
Matt Spencer: As good as I remember. Classic NOLO bar next to the stadiumFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Oyster Bar …More
John Vogel: Food: 4/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5Recommended dishes Gulf Oysters on the Half ShellMore
Gregory Robinson: The band was killing it tonightFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Rikuz Enriquez: The waitress was awesome, never had to ask for a thing and my drink was always full. She recommended the andoi sausage poboy and my god was it good, the peppers and the sauce were amazing. I also had the gator app. So damn good! Finished it with some cornbread bites which were super moist and just the right sweet. Highly recommend.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Crawfish Mac and Cheese, Fried Shrimp & Fried Alligator …More
Brandon Smith: I really wish I could try more items on the menu! My shrimp po boy was outstanding! Bartender was super nice and the band outside was playing some good tunes. All around great time and vibe.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Nate B: We enjoyed this place. Service was slow. I had the Jambalaya and my friend had the burger. Food was average. My friend got sick later after eating the burger. Band was great. We went on a Wednesday. I highly recommend even just going for the band alone. The cover was $14. I would recommend this place.Food: 4/5|Service: 3/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Mayra Baird: Wow this place didn't disappoint, the oysters were so fresh and tasty. The house soup was packed with flavor and that cornbread was to die for. I also got the mussels and they were steaming hot and super tasty. It looks a little sketchy from the outside but this little hole in the wall is definitely a good find.Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5Recommended dishes Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell, Prince Edward Island Mussels …More
Teannia Bowman: THIS WAS MY FIRST TIME HERE , AND I DECIDED TO CHOOSE THE INSIDE BAD IDEA IT WAS A LIL DUSTY, AND OMG SO FREAKIN COLD.. THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS I TRIED THE CAT FISH PO BOY MAN WHEN I SAY AMAZING, HE TRIED THE GRITS & SHRIMP IT WAS DELICIOUS 😋 I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT. WE DIDNT WAIT TO LONG FOR OUT FOOD.THE WAITER TOOK FOR EVER TO COME TO OUR TABLE BUT NEXT TIME WE SITTING OUTSIDE
Valerie Keye: A wonderful gem... you must go here!!Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Elton Wise: Food: 4/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 5/5More
jackie wilson: The food was not seasoned. My friend got the crab cakes and was 80% filling rather than crab. Easy fix, but i bet they won't. Will never return to this place. They charge for you to eat and listen to the band... smh.... yes, $14.00 a person to eat outside on top of the tab.Food: 1/5|Service: 1/5|Atmosphere: 2/5 …More
Fady Antoon: The restaurant falls short in terms of food quality and cleanliness. The burger lacked flavor, and I had to request table cleaning upon arrival. Overall, improvements are needed for a more satisfactory dining experience.
Garek Peters: Don’t skip this joint when you’re in STL!!! Everything was top notch and fresh, will definitely be back for moreRecommended dishes Alligator Cheesecake, Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell, X Boiled Crawfish …More
Ron Bristow: Food was amazing and entertainment was load 😂Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Fried Shrimp & Fried Alligator …More

6. Nixta - Botanical Heights

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· 361 reviews

1621 Tower Grove Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110

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Nixta: what do users think?
Matt Spencer: Just visiting to STL. We landed here on accident, because it's close to the botanical gardens. It was the food highlight of our trip. Best octopus I've had in the states.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Alex Besmer: Ah, Nixta. A place that defies conventional expectations, Nixta in Tower Grove, St. Louis, is a culinary masterpiece hidden in plain sight. The unassuming exterior might not catch your eye, but step inside and you'll find a quaint, colorful, and beautifully adorned space that promises a memorable experience.The decor is charming in its simplicity, yet immensely pleasing to the eye. It's not your typical fine-dining establishment, but that's where its charm lies. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, allowing you to focus on the real star of the show - the food.And what a gastronomic fiesta it is! Every dish is a revelation of flavors and textures, from the Guacamole and Escabeche, a vibrant medley of pickled vegetables, to the main plates that are nothing short of artworks. The Roasted Cauliflower, a rustic delight paired with Mexican squash and shishito pepper, redefines what vegetarian cuisine can be​.Don't miss the Crab Empanada, where the richness of crab meets the crunch of a perfectly baked pastry. The Japanese Sweet Potato, while not on the online menu, is an unexpected yet delicious twist. Then there's the Chicken Tinga, a traditional dish bursting with flavor, and the Crispy Octopus, which is bathed in salsa macha and served with a refreshing broccolini salad and frijoles gigantes​.Nixta presents Mexican cuisine as it should be - vibrant, fresh, and packed with flavor. It's not about oversized portions drowned in oil, but rather a thoughtful and beautifully curated family-style dining experience where each dish has its own identity and story. This isn't your regular Tex-Mex joint; this is a deep dive into authentic Mexican culinary arts.Everything about Nixta exudes passion and meticulous attention to detail, from the presentation of the dishes to the quality of the ingredients. If there's one place that serves authentic Mexican cuisine in St. Louis, it is undoubtedly here.Nixta, you've won our hearts (and stomachs). If there were a way to award six stars, we would not hesitate. Until then, a perfect five will have to do. Thank you for a truly unforgettable dining experience.
Meshelle B: Our first visit. The shrimp tamale was delish!Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Joe Crabtree: Cool vibe!
Julio Ortega: Una chulada los de carne con las dos salsas 🤤
Mouhamadou Deme: The staff was very responsive, friendly and has a great service. The place is welcoming.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Tacos Al Pastor, Quesadillas …More
Andrew Arkills: Recommended dishes Mushroom Quesadilla, Crab EmpanadasMore
rosalind latham: It was cinco de mayo and we decided to go down to Cherokee street the day before the "big" celebration that they usually have. The streets were backed up with cars and people were arriving from all directions. We had walked a couple of blocks before we noticed Nixta, people were standing outside and we hadn't found any other places to eat, so we went inside. The line wasn't that long so my girlfriend went up to order some food, there were only three things on the menu and they only had one person taking the orders and the drink station was separate with a different person taking drink orders. I ordered the pork belly tacos and my girlfriend ordered the chicken tacos. The difference sauces were located on the counter so you had to go up and use a small cup to put some sauce in. They both were delicious but small so I tried to order another round but they had closed the kitchen already. We had a margaritas that was pretty strong but good. I guess they closed early to prepare for the next days events for cinco de mayo. We had a good time and called it a night.
Oniel Polanco: Over rated. Too expensive , the portion of food are for so small that I end up going somewhere else and have a Norma meal , and three drink for less…
Natalie Merli: Went on one of the busiest nights for them no doubt, Cinco de Mayo. We got there in the 9 o’clock hour and were told by the hostess, Natalie, we could sit at the bar if we wanted to be seated immediately luckily.Alex, the bartender gave us some great recommendations of mezcal cocktails, which were delicious. My drink was a special that night with green tea in it. Had the chips & killer salsa-so good, pork tacos, cilantro rice, & street corn (in bowl and almost soupy). Everything was delicious! Wrapped it up with three churros & the horchata ice cream.They had a live, authentic mariachi band with horns & accordion. Alex although busy, was very attentive. Glad we got to have a great Cinco de Mayo experience at this local gem.
Jennifer Ng'andu: Unhidden neighborhood gem in the heart of Shaw. Simple, but elegant. This is Mexican food at its finest. If I had been here another week, I would have eaten here 3 or 4 times. Make sure to start with guacamole. Yes, you can make it at home and yes, it is worth it. One must get the picante margarita with tequila infused with 7 peppers and the tajin rim. The smoked pork enchiladas with "Christmas" moles are perfection every bite and the octopus tender. If was cow I still might not be satisfied because I wouldn't have enough stomachs.Kid-friendliness: Not really atln atmosphere for children but you can bring them.
Adair Fuller: Great food and atmosphere. The large plates are just that, nice large portions, and the small plates make for great sharing options. We will be back soon!
Eliu and Naomi Gonzalez: Had a date night here a couple weeks ago.Ambiance inside is unique, nicely decorated and cozy.Staff was friendly.Our favorite dishes- The passion fruit ceviche is DELICIOUS! Nice bright acidity and flavor. The house made tostada served with it is the best we’ve ever tried.The mushroom enmoladas with pistachio were SO unique and delicious, the perfect not too rich comfort food that balanced the acidity of the ceviche.My husband ordered the skirt steak tacos and I ordered the grilled octopus- both were delicious but we both wished for the expensive price that the portions were just a little bigger.Drinks were delicious and fresh- even mocktail has high quality ingredients.Only reason I’m giving 4 stars is because I feel like we’ve been to many of the nice, true foodie dinner spots in StL and this one just felt a little overpriced in comparison. A nice date nonetheless.
Tess Williams: Love Love love ambiance!! Appetizers where 🏾. Ribs not so much BUT I’m willing to try other things next visit!Recommended dishes Guacamole …More
Derek Meltzer: Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5Recommended dishes GuacamoleMore
Elizabeth Cali: Get a cocktail! Both the Higuita and Sonoran are drinks we would return for. Tried several dishes and enjoyed nearly everything. Our favorites: cochinita pibil, tamal de rajas, salsa and guac, and cilantro rice. Wait on the corn (esquites) until it's in season. And so much more still to try on the menu!
Veronica Kirn Ray: Luv luvFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Simon Huang: Unique take on Mexican/Mediterranean dishes that taste as good as the look! The small plates here are considerably bigger than what I am used to with tapas!Food: 4/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot …More
Colleen Piel: Excellent restaurant. My favorite was the crispy octopus!Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
Lynne Hart: :( 😞 I've been trying to try Nixa for a while, it's super cute inside but at 64 degrees outside I would really prefer outdoor seating options. Food was good, a bit steep on prices but quite filling. 2 small plates and 2 drinks ran us $70 before tip. No problems whatsoever but for the price I could have been more wowed.Food: 4/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5 …More

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