One of the best ways to relax after a long day of work is to grab some divine happy hour food and drink with friends. Hidden gems abound across the beautiful city of St. Louis.
Here are some people’s choice restaurants that are sure to help you unwind:
Clayton
Café Napoli
Head over to Café Napoli in Clayton for a chic, romantic experience. It has wonderful service, not to mention the diverse, exquisite wine menu and jamming music. Happy hour specials include cocktail drinks, stacked salads and shrimp cocktails. We can’t forget the complimentary bread, butter, olive oil and Parmesan!
The Lobby Lounge- The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
The Lobby Lounge is a classy bar nestled in the lavish Ritz-Carlton hotel. The relaxed ambiance eases into the transition, from day to night. On Friday and Saturday nights, a live band performs groovy tunes. The menu includes specialty cocktails, delicious martinis and a diverse sushi bar.
Webster Groves
Robust Wine Bar
From 3 to 6 p.m., Robust Wine Bar offers happy hour wine, beer and cocktails. Appetizers include Edamame Hummus, Italian Meatballs and Marcona Almonds. It has warm cozy seating with intimate lighting, perfect for intimate dates with your significant other.
The Frisco Barroom
People rave about The Frisco Barroom’s classic deviled egg recipe and exquisite seating. It also offers a large selection of wine, beer and cocktails. Depending on how you feel, it has patio, bar and indoor seating. The outdoor fireplace takes the restaurant to another level of comfort. Food ranges from light snacks, such as smoked nuts and beef jerky, to hearty meat boards.
Chesterfield
EdgeWild Restaurant & Winery
EdgeWild Restaurant & Winery has a delicious selection for happy hour. Specials include wine, cocktails and appetizers. Some people’s choice favorites are the Margherita pizza, truffle fries, and the famous duck tacos. The ambiance is very relaxing as the patio has a warm fireplace and live music.
YaYa’s Euro Bistro
YaYa’s Euro Bistro is a restaurant with a very fun atmosphere. Its happy hour menu is a steal, including two-for-one appetizers, wine and delicious cocktails. Baba Ghanoush and Beef Carpaccio are among its specialties. It has patio seating, great for sunny spring and summer days or indoor seating if you’re looking for a good time.
Kirkwood
Bar Louie
Bar Louie is an urban bar that adds a personal touch to its food. Join your friends for some specials on beer, wine and martinis at a low price during happy hour. Some of its food specials include different flatbreads, quesadillas and calamari.
One 19 North Tapas and Wine Bar
One 19 North Tapas and Wine Bar has a quaint wine bar that holds a vast selection of vino. Visit this place if you’re looking to enjoy some live music, good food and friendly service. Specials include hummus and New Orleans-flavored Barbecue Shrimp.
Quirky Delights
Sasha’s on Shaw
Sasha’s on Shaw is a great place to catch up with friends. The atmosphere is lively, it has a gorgeous patio, and a front wall that can be opened to catch some scenery. It offers various meat and cheese plates and crepes that are to die for. Drink specials include wine, shots and sangria.
Hacienda
Hacienda is a Mexican restaurant that has a vibe that you don’t want to miss out on. The patio and restaurant have a lot of space, which makes for a comfortable dining experience. Drink specials include margaritas, wines and wells. Its Buenos Nachos, Chile Con Queso and Guacamole Especial are a few favorites.
BARcelona Tapas
The trendy BARcelona Tapas has an authentic touch of Spain that is felt as soon as you walk in the door. People rave about the tapas! Some favorites include Grilled Lamb Chops, Crispy Artichokes and Pincho de Pollo y Chorizo. Sangria, wine and margaritas are among the list of drink specials.