Best Historic Restaurants in University City

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Rigazzis

4.1

Excellent(25)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • The Hill

Booked 14 times today

At Rigazzi’s, our mission is simple – to consistently deliver an authentic taste of Italy in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We are dedicated to preserving the rich culinary traditions of Historic Hill, striving to be the premier destination for genuine Italian-American dining in St. Louis. We are the oldest restaurant on The Hill, join us for a timeless experience!We aim to create memorable dining experiences, where each visit to Rigazzi’s is a journey through timeless flavors. We invite you to join us on this culinary adventure, as we continue to be a cornerstone of Historic Hill, offering the simple pleasures of good food and good company.

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2. Perennial on Lockwood

4.8

Exceptional(391)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Webster Groves

Booked 33 times today

We are a small batch brewery, tasting room, and restaurant located in the heart of Old Webster Groves. Perennial on Lockwood is a collaboration between Olive + Oak and Perennial Artisan Ales offering the best in food, beer (yes we have wine and spirits too) and hospitality in a beautifully remodeled historic garage. Join us at our bar, in our dining room or on our patio.

3. Chase Club

4.1

Excellent(251)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Central West End

Booked 5 times today

Inspired by bold designs of the Roarin 20’s and Art Deco 30’s, Chase Club at the historic Chase Park Plaza Hotel invokes the original spirit of times past. As Prohibition ended, the pendulum swung back to indulging & entertainment (Live Music, Great Food and Free Flowing Alcohol). Influenced by the Speakeasys and extravagant style of a bygone era, the concept for Chase Club was born. Chase Club features a well crafted gastro-pub menu, a huge bar, a dining area with large adjoining patio overlooking the Chase Park Plaza pool, and even a outdoor fireplace with seating area to keep you toasty on chilly nights. Big screen TVs and plush seating provide the perfect lounging atmosphere for an afternoon or evening of sports. Chase Club evokes an easier time with big style design, quality food and drink, and lively bands every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. Enjoy brunch favorites every Saturday and Sunday!

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4. Bar Italia Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(973)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central West End

Booked 8 times today

For authentic Italian cuisine come join us at Bar Italia Ristorante! Join us in the heart of the Central West End, but feel like you're in Italy! We serve upscale Italian unlike anything else you've had in Saint Louis. We promise a dining experience you're sure to remember! Parties over 6 guests will receive one check so we can make sure your party receives exceptional service as well as our other guests.

5. The Preston

4.3

Awesome(241)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Central West End

Booked 14 times today

Located in the historic Chase Park Plaza anchored in the vibrant Central West End, the venue combines cozy/chic design elements with urban vintage charm, all in a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere. Offering a modern twist on French cuisine, craft cocktails, curated wine list and an intriguing beer selection.

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6. Seven - Seven Gables Inn

4.0

Excellent(163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clayton

Booked 1 time today

Immerse yourself in a welcoming ambiance where exceptional spirits and a delightful menu now align with the enduring tradition our guests cherish. Our Chef's unveil our latest lunch and dinner menus, along with the Clayton "Lost Classics"—a nostalgic selection resurrecting beloved dishes from historical Clayton area restaurants. Explore our revamped bar offerings, boasting a collection of over 50 whiskeys and wines, ensuring a delightful choice for every palate. Join us to relish the coziness of our enclosed Courtyard, featuring outdoor casual seating and inviting firepits.

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7. Eleven Eleven Mississippi

4.7

Exceptional(4536)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Louis

Booked 13 times today

Eleven Eleven Mississippi blends old and new world culinary tradition to create signature Tuscan & Northern California cuisine in a one of a kind atmosphere. Eleven Eleven Mississippi is located in the heart of the beautiful Lafayette Square neighborhood & situated in a restored historic brick warehouse. Their reputation for exceptional cuisine & wine delivered with unprecedented style has made Eleven Eleven Mississippi St. Louis' most exciting destination restaurant.Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, Eleven Eleven Mississippi offers a casual rustic yet upscale & trendy atmosphere. The creative use of space is accentuated by an open display kitchen where the oak fired brick oven takes center stage as well as a glass enclosed wine cellar designed to double as a private dining area. The natural elements of hardwoods, brick, & copper along with two fireplaces situated in the main dining room & loft lounge create a cozy inviting atmosphere suitable for any occasion.

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8. Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(1853)

Price: Moderate

• American • Soulard / Benton Park

Booked 17 times today

Frazer Cameron, executive chef and owner of Frazer’s restaurant, opened the doors to his now iconic restaurant in 1992 in historic Benton Park. Entrees at Frazer’s are inspired by tastes from around the globe, including French, Moroccan, Italian, Mexican, and Cajun. Frazer’s also features an award winning wine & cocktail program, featuring over 50 classic & specialty craft cocktails. Located down the street from the Anheuser Busch Brewery, Frazer’s is perfect for appetizers and drinks with friends or for an entertaining dinner. We feature many different dining options such as a bar & lounge area, our main dining room, our upper level dining area, takeout. Frazer’s also features street side & patio dining (Outside dining is first come first serve). Please call for any inquiries.info@frazersgoodeats.com

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9. Broadway Oyster Bar

4.5

Awesome(816)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • St. Louis

Booked 24 times today

The Broadway Oyster Bar is a locally owned and operated establishment and has been for over 35 years. The Oyster Bar is widely regarded as the premier New Orleans' style restaurant, bar and music venue in the Midwest. BOB, as it is affectionately known by its many fans and friends, is housed in a building that was built in the mid 1840's and is one of the oldest buildings still in daily use within the city of St. Louis. During its colorful history, our building has had many functions including a family home, a boarding house, a Chinese laundry, a record store and a bordello to name a few. These walls have heard and seen it all. Some people feel that the building is haunted by spirits who, occasionally late at night, play good hearted jokes on the staff such as doors suddenly opening or closing or lights going on or off as if by magic. Then again, it just could be because the building is over 170 years old. However, our historic building has just gone through a renovation so we now have two outdoor patios that are covered and heated during cold or rainy weather and an expanded kitchen to better serve you. Our food has won numerous awards and readers' polls for excellence and features some of the most sustainable seafood available such as fresh Gulf and Blue Point oysters, Louisiana crawfish and shrimp, Prince Edward Island mussels, scallops and crabs. Our Cajun and Creole dishes are our versions of many of the traditional Louisiana favorites. If you love New Orleans, you will feel right at home at BOB. BOB offers live music twice a day every night of the week except on Friday when we feature one act for the evening. We present the best local and national touring acts representing a variety of musical genres such as rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, funk, R&B, roots, and jam, and weshowcase a wide variety of bands visiting from New Orleans. The live music is free up to 8 times per a week. However, for some of the more popular and well known acts, we do charge a cover which typically goes to the bands in order to keep attracting them to the BOB. Broadway Oyster Bar has been referred to by many as a staple of St. Louis and was recently honored by the St. Louis Chapter of the Missouri Restaurant Association as the 2015 Restaurant of the Year. BOB is a great choice for a relaxing dinner, a celebratory party or an opportunity to dance to a great band. As well known food writer, the late Joe Pollack, once wrote, "There is, quite simply, nothing in St. Louis quite like the Broadway Oyster Bar". That line was written over 30 years ago, but it is as true today as it was then. Welcome to the Broadway Oyster Bar Family.

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10. Citizen Kane's Steak House

4.8

Exceptional(521)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Kirkwood

Booked 29 times today

Family owned and operated since 1993, Citizen Kane's Steakhouse is a cut above the rest. Located in a turn-of-the-century Victorian home, the restaurant is dedicated to impeccable service and exceptional cuisine, creating a casual yet upscale atmosphere to that effect. Citizen Kane's has a mouthwatering selection of steaks. Enjoy tenderloin medallions, the Delmonico ribeye or a classic New York strip. Every entrée is accompanied by soup de jour or Kane's Rosebud salad and housemade Mayfair or vinaigrette dressing.

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Blaine
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really enjoyed the atmosphere, food and drinks were great. Definitely worth checking out.
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Perennial on LockwoodPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Webster Groves
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4.8
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LisaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Where do I begin? The main purpose of coming to the Preston this late in the holiday season is because the Chase./Sonesta decorates for the holidays up there with the Drake Hotel in Chicago, hotels in New York. It’s just beautiful and creates an ambience. The other purpose was to bring three girlfriends to a breakfast before the holiday madness, because we have a rich history of grandparents/relatives who lived in the CWE, growing up, so we remember when….. Alice was our server, and was so beautifully attentive, kind to take multiple photographs of us, gave us the space and the time we needed to see and visit with each other, which is very important not to feel rushed. We really liked the selection and choices for breakfast. We had Eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, and bacon, and ate every single bite. One friend noticed that the hollandaise on the eggs Benedict was far superior to any other breakfast place that she eats at. We normally have dinner at the Preston, which is always good, so this was truly a treat. Well done👏🏻
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The PrestonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French• Central West End
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4.3
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Lntk
St. Louis •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Great food!
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Chase ClubPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Central West End
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4.1
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David
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 29, 2024
I love this place. The food and selection are great and taste even better. Never has a service problem.
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RigazzisPrice: Moderate• Italian• The Hill
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4.1
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DavidVIP
St. Louis •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 24, 2024
Very good food and service in a relaxing atmosphere.
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Bar Italia RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Central West End
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4.4

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Rigazzis

2. Perennial on Lockwood

3. Chase Club

4. Bar Italia Ristorante

5. The Preston

6. Seven - Seven Gables Inn

7. Eleven Eleven Mississippi

8. Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge

9. Broadway Oyster Bar

10. Citizen Kane's Steak House

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