Originally from Boston, Alex has lived in St. Louis for almost a year. Since arriving, he's been getting to know the city the way any newcomer would. He's met local friends who have shown him the city and everything it's known for. Favorite places of Alex's are Busch Stadium, the Moolah Theatre and Pin-Up Bowl.
Alex's Picks
Sidney Street Cafe
Plating Elegance
Chef Kevin Nashan's penchant for experimentation shines in the diverse creations at Sidney. Go ahead and indulge!
2000 Sidney Street
St. Louis, MO 63104
United States
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Half & Half
Critic's Favorite
Extensively detail-oriented cuisine and service makes Half & Half a popular joint. Serving the best with style is their goal.
8135 Maryland Avenue
Clayton
St. Louis, MO 63105
United States
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Brasserie By Niche
French Revolution
This restaurant stands apart from the cookie cutter French Brasserie because of its wonderful cuisine. Try the mussels and fries.
4580 Laclede Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108
United States
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33 Wine Shop & Tasting Bar
Sip, Swirl And Shop
Cut out the infinite racks of wines! This shop has a rather selective but refined wine list that is actually handpicked for you.
1913 Park Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63104
United States
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The Jive & Wail
Key Notes
The talented piano players here indulge every request passed on by patrons. From 'Tiny Dancer' to 'Lucille,' here they play them all.
1227 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103
United States
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Balaban’s Wine Cellar & Tapas Bar
Enviable Guest List
Rolling Stones, Dalai Lama, Richard Gere, phew!!! With such an impressive list of guests who needs additional patronage?
1772 Clarkson Road
Chesterfield
St. Louis, MO 63017
United States
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Ziezo
Mix Style
Inspired or original, if the collection is trendy, it is up for grabs. Ziezo too has a mix of international and local apparel.
6394 Delmar Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63130
United States
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Charm Boutique
Quite Charming
This shop has literally charmed everyone with its exquisite clothing and accessories designed by the likes of Susan Goodwin and Shi Shi.
7312 Manchester
Maplewood, MO 63143
United States
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McArthur's Bakery
Baking Business
Baking and treating St. Louis with mouth-watering bites for more than 50 years, McArthur's is worth a visit for its amazing pastries.
113 North Kirkwood Road
St. Louis, MO 63122
United States
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Contemporary Art Museum
Local Art
Get a vivid view of the city's creativity and penchant for innovation here. Following global trends, it does have a local touch to it.
3750 Washington Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108
United States
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Laclede's Landing Wax Museum
Wax Double
Get photographed with the likes of Barack Obama, Beyonce and Snoop Dogg. This elaborate wax museum boasts of more then 200 figurines.
720 North Second Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
United States
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Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis
Minimized!
Best things come in small packages! Here you will agree with it, the miniature dollhouses will leave you astonished!
4746 Gravois Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63116
United States
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