United States Missouri 10 Great Restaurants to Try in Downtown St. Louis By David O'Brien David O'Brien David O'Brien is a St. Louis native journalist and travel writer. His work has appeared in many local and national publications, including St. Louis Small Business Monthly and the St. Louis Post Dispatch. TripSavvy's editorial guidelines Updated on 08/04/19 Fact checked by Michelai Graham Fact checked by Michelai Graham Michigan State University American University Michelai Graham is a technology and business reporter who has written for The Urban Institute and Scoop News. She reports for AfroTech, Lifewire, and The Plug. TripSavvy's fact-checking DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images There are many reasons to visit downtown St Louis. The Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium, and Ballpark Village draw in hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Downtown is also a good place to go when you're looking for a restaurant. Whether you want steaks or Italian, or traditional American cuisine , you'll find a place for just about every taste in downtown St. Louis. 01 of 10 Lucas Park Grille Courtesy of Lucas Park Grille View Map Address 1234 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-241-7770 Web Visit website Lucas Park Grille is a popular restaurant on Washington Avenue that's open for lunch and dinner. The lunch menu is casual with a variety of soups, salads, and sandwiches. The dinner menu includes heartier entrees like pork chops, chicken and beef tenderloin. There is also a large wine list with 300+ bottles. 02 of 10 Bridge Tap House and Wine Bar View Map Address 1004 Locust St, St. Louis, MO 63101, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-241-8141 Web Visit website Bridge Tap House is a fun place for beer lovers. There are more than 50 brews on tap, plus another 150 bottled varieties. Those who prefer wine can select from a list of more than 100 bottles. Enjoy your drinks with a cheese board, duck tacos or mushroom pad thai from the eclectic and ever-changing menu. 03 of 10 Schlafly Tap Room View Map Address 2100 Locust St, St. Louis, MO 63103-1616, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-241-2337 Web Visit website The Schlafly Tap Room is another great spot for those who enjoy a beer with their meal. The Tap Room combines high-quality pub food like crab cakes, steamed mussels, and schnitzel with Schlafly's signature beers. You'll find brews like Pale Ale and Oatmeal Stout on the menu any time of the year, or for a special treat try a specialty or seasonal beer. 04 of 10 Charlie Gittos Downtown View Map Address 207 N 6th St, St. Louis, MO 63101-1847, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-436-2828 Web Visit website Charlie Gitto's has been serving up casual Italian fare in downtown St. Louis for more than three decades. The restaurant's menu is filled with traditional favorites like spaghetti bolognese, fettuccine alfredo, and lasagna. The Gitto's salad paired with toasted ravioli also makes a great meal. Charlie Gitto's central location near Busch Stadium makes it a good choice before a Cardinals game. Continue to 5 of 10 below. 05 of 10 Broadway Oyster Bar View Map Address 736 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-621-8811 Web Visit website The Broadway Oyster Bar is a little taste of New Orleans in downtown St. Louis. The restaurant's a great place for drinks and local live music, but you'll also find tasty Cajun-Creole dishes like red beans & rice, crawfish and jambalaya. When the weather's nice, check out the outdoor seating on the patio. 06 of 10 Ruths Chris Steak House Courtesy of Ruth's Chris View Map Address Hyatt Hotel, 315 Chestnut St, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-259-3200 Web Visit website Want a steak during your visit downtown? There's no better place than Ruth's Chris Steak House. The restaurant is known for its signature steaks for any appetite from the petite filet to the porterhouse for two. Ruth's Chris also serves specialty entrees like lamb chops, shrimp, and lobster. 07 of 10 Pi Pizzeria View Map Address 610 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63101-1298, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-588-7600 Web Visit website Pi Pizzeria serves up some of St. Louis' best pizza. The downtown location has pizzas with Pi's thin crust and its famous cornmeal deep dish crust. You can create your own pie, or try one of the locally-themed pizzas like the Delmar which features roasted chicken, cheese, and Pappy's bar-b-que sauce. Pi Pizzeria also has a good selection of appetizers, salads, and a full drink menu. 08 of 10 Rooster Cafe View Map Address 1025 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63101, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-241-8118 Web Visit website Rooster is a top choice for many St. Louisans for breakfast and brunch. The cafe's menu includes crepes, french toast and a variety of egg dishes. Another popular option is the Rooster Slinger, a hearty meal of andouille sausage, breakfast potatoes, fried eggs and sausage gravy over thick-cut toast. Continue to 9 of 10 below. 09 of 10 Tonys View Map Address 105 Carondelet Plaza, Clayton, MO 63105, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-231-7007 Web Visit website You can't really do a list of downtown St. Louis restaurants without including Tony's. When it comes to fine dining in St. Louis, no one does it better than Tony's. The restaurant is known for its incredible service, delicious Italian food, and extensive wine list. When you dine at Tony's, you can expect a meal made from the finest ingredients available. Whether it's the linguine with lobster and shrimp, filet mignon or prime rack of lamb, a meal at Tony's is a meal you will remember. 10 of 10 Kemolls Courtesy of Kemoll's View Map Address 323 W Port Plaza Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146, USA Get directions Phone +1 314-421-0555 Kemoll's offers some of the best views while dining downtown. The popular Italian restaurant is located on the 42nd floor of the Metropolitan Square Building. That provides diners with a 360-degree view of the Gateway Arch and St. Louis Riverfront. Kemoll's is also known for serving traditional Italian fare like chicken piccata, veal parmesan and linguine monte mare. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit Share Pin Email