Restaurant recommendations for downton St. Louis

[Lando Calrissian]

I'm heading there this weekend.

Any suggestions for good (if not great) restaurants in the downtown area?

[Atreyu]

There's a place called Silky's that has the best milkshakes I've ever had in my life. This was about 5 years ago though, so I have no idea if it's still around.

[Lando Calrissian]

There's a place called Silky's that has the best milkshakes I've ever had in my life. This was about 5 years ago though, so I have no idea if it's still around.

I enjoy a good milkshake from time to time.

Was it located (roughly) in the downtown area?

[Atreyu]

To be honest I have no idea.  I was staying with my uncle at the time. I can tell you that it's near a Steak and Shake though. Sorry.

Edit: actually I can remember it being in a suburban area, not downtown.

[GrizzledHogFan]

Well, according to what I found, Silky's Frozen Custard has four locations in the greater St. Louis area:

1. 12808 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO
2. 16043 Manchester Rd, Ellisville, MO
3. 3855 Mid Rivers Mall Dr, Saint Peters, MO
4. 15069 Manchester Rd, Manchester, MO

[Atreyu]

The one in Manchester is probably the one.

[Lando Calrissian]

Well, according to what I found, Silky's Frozen Custard has four locations in the greater St. Louis area:

1. 12808 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO
2. 16043 Manchester Rd, Ellisville, MO
3. 3855 Mid Rivers Mall Dr, Saint Peters, MO
4. 15069 Manchester Rd, Manchester, MO

Now that I think about it, I believe there is one in Branson now, too.

[HOG 50]

The Soulard area (just north of the arch off the River) has a bunch of cafes/bars/restaurants that you can find whatever you want. 

Also in the Clayton area there are many nice places ($$$): Morton's (steak), Portabella (Mediterranean), and Cafe Napoli (Italian) are all very nice.

[Atreyu]

The Soulard area (just north of the arch off the River) has a bunch of cafes/bars/restaurants that you can find whatever you want. 

Also in the Clayton area there are many nice places ($$$): Morton's (steak), Portabella (Mediterranean), and Cafe Napoli (Italian) are all very nice.

And to think I thought you only posted in Reith's Insights. I bet you've cleaned out your fair share of buffets, huh?

I can remember going to Barnhills in Jonesboro with my O Line and Linebackers, and watching them down 8-10 plates of food. Hoo, boy.

Back to St. Louis. I haven't been in so long...but I can remember this burger joint that served the biggest, fattest, juiciest hamburgers you'll ever eat. It was a little place. I don't even think it had it's own parking lot.

[HOG 50]

The Soulard area (just north of the arch off the River) has a bunch of cafes/bars/restaurants that you can find whatever you want. 

Also in the Clayton area there are many nice places ($$$): Morton's (steak), Portabella (Mediterranean), and Cafe Napoli (Italian) are all very nice.

And to think I thought you only posted in Reith's Insights. I bet you've cleaned out your fair share of buffets, huh?

I can remember going to Barnhills in Jonesboro with my O Line and Linebackers, and watching them down 8-10 plates of food. Hoo, boy.

Back to St. Louis. I haven't been in so long...but I can remember this burger joint that served the biggest, fattest, juiciest hamburgers you'll ever eat. It was a little place. I don't even think it had it's own parking lot.

I like to lurk around other forums given the time. . . Travel is something that I have done a little bit of and enjoy. 

Needless to say, I have been a part of groups that have been kicked out of buffets since high school - several posters on here can vouch for that.  I also know a guy that ate the 72 ounce 'Big Texan' in Amarillo in less than 30 minutes, and then asked if he could do it again (BTW - they wouldn't let him).  Now that I'm not practicing every day, the buffets are much different - otherwise I would be pushing 400 lbs more than I already am.

[TuckFexas]

The Station Grille is pretty good, located inside the Union Station Mall. I believe it's off of Market Street downtown. Dress nice, the waiters are in tuxedos and the food is a bit expensive. But it was excellent.

[WilsonHog]

You also have Mike Shannon's and Charlie Gitto's downtown, just a couple of blocks from Busch.

Shannon's isn't quite what it used to be. At one time they served outstanding food, especially steaks, in a sports bar atmosphere. I had the pleasure of meeting Kenny Hatfield and Bob Gibson there one evening after a game. The last time I was there they had "upscaled" it. Same great food, but totally different atmosphere. And totally different prices.

If you like Italian food, go to Gitto's. Great food and an old-world atmosphere.

[TuckFexas]

I just hope I can catch some Cards players at Shannon's Wednesday July 12th, They should be back in town (the All-stars anyway) by then. Going to the Cards/Dodgers game on the 13th.

[Lando Calrissian]

Thanks for the suggestions, fellas.

FYI - I'm going to the Cards/Royals game on Saturday.

[HogCard]

I have seen this Soulard area mentioned a lot.  Just north of the arch?  Is that what used to be Laclede's Landing or is it one in the same?

[HOG 50]

I have seen this Soulard area mentioned a lot.  Just north of the arch?  Is that what used to be Laclede's Landing or is it one in the same?

Same thing generally - Soulard is the name of the district that the Landing is part of. 

[Lando Calrissian]

I have seen this Soulard area mentioned a lot.  Just north of the arch?  Is that what used to be Laclede's Landing or is it one in the same?

Same thing generally - Soulard is the name of the district that the Landing is part of. 

Excellent. 

That's within walking distance of my hotel, too.

[go hogues]

You also have Mike Shannon's and Charlie Gitto's downtown, just a couple of blocks from Busch.

Shannon's isn't quite what it used to be. At one time they served outstanding food, especially steaks, in a sports bar atmosphere. I had the pleasure of meeting Kenny Hatfield and Bob Gibson there one evening after a game. The last time I was there they had "upscaled" it. Same great food, but totally different atmosphere. And totally different prices.

If you like Italian food, go to Gitto's. Great food and an old-world atmosphere.

If you go there, you have to get their onion strings. Mike Shannon's is a GREAT restaurant. Also, not too far away (walking distance) there is Union Station, which at one point had good places to eat.  I havent been to STL in a while, so I don't know if it still does or not.

[UhOhioHog]

Laclede's Landing is a fun area.  Lots of restaurants and bars.  Just be careful when you leave the bars, those cobblestone streets are tough on ankles!