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DOWNTOWN. Owned by the same folks who run the popular Tony's restaurant next door, this downtown bar does a booming...

DOWNTOWN. Owned by the same folks who run the popular Tony's restaurant next door, this downtown bar does a booming business at lunch time and after work. Great drinks stand alongside a menu that includes burgers, salads, pasta dishes, sandwiches and appetizers. A casual, yet decidedly who's who atmosphere pervades the space.

Hours: Mon 11:30am-2pm; Tue-Fri 11:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm; Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. This popular Soulard neighborhood blues bar is housed in a tall townhouse-style brick building and features...

DOWNTOWN. This popular Soulard neighborhood blues bar is housed in a tall townhouse-style brick building and features live music every day of the week. The exterior wall features a broken glass mural with bits of oyster shells, bottle caps, stained glass, and tile that depicts Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus." On the inside, Mardi Gras beads and trinkets along with the sizzling Creole menu further contribute to the New Orleans feel of this fabulous bar. At Broadway Oyster Bar, listen to the best blues, zydeco, and rock musicians St. Louis has to offer.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-1:30am; Fri-Sat 11am-3am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. The Beale's exposed brick walls and wooden floors suggest the gritty, earthy music that shakes the house each...

DOWNTOWN. The Beale's exposed brick walls and wooden floors suggest the gritty, earthy music that shakes the house each night: blues, R&B, and soul, loud and live. Christmas lights and candles illuminate the stage, where local and national acts tell it like it is and get the crowd moving. Rock and roots can occasionally be heard, cleansing the musical palate. Dim lighting and semi-comfortable seating add to the spot's low-maintenance appeal. Spirits, wine, 14 craft beers on tap (plus 35 bottled beers) nicely accompany the tunes.

Hours: Daily 7pm-3am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express

CHEROKEE-LEMP HISTORIC DISTRICT. Consistently reviewed as one of the best places to catch live music in St. Louis, this...

CHEROKEE-LEMP HISTORIC DISTRICT. Consistently reviewed as one of the best places to catch live music in St. Louis, this intimate venue has a rep for booking excellent folk, alt-country, blues and rock acts. Whether you're there to check out an up-and-coming local band that's generated a lot of buzz or a nationally recognized blues performer, you'll never be more than 30 feet from the stage and the sound. With improved acoustics, more beers on tap, and a more extensive menu following an ownership change, Off Broadway is likely to stay at the top of the city's "best-of" lists.

Hours: Event Dates and Times Vary

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SOUTH CITY. A popular spot among the St. Louis bar scene, the Royale has proved itself with a unique, hand-crafted...

SOUTH CITY. A popular spot among the St. Louis bar scene, the Royale has proved itself with a unique, hand-crafted martini menu and a relaxed scene that seeks to be a community hangout. The humble juicer is much revered behind the bar; the signature cocktail ­ the Subcontinental ­ is a wickedly cool blend of Cointreau, Bombay Sapphire gin, and cucumber juice. Pear, lemon, lime, and orange are a few of the other freshly extracted juices employed in the innovative martinis. An enclosed courtyard at the back of the bar is the perfect spot to enjoy something fruity and cold.

Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30am-1:30am; Sun 11:30am-Midnight

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MIDTOWN. With its Chuck Berry memorabilia, Howdy Doody collectibles, Elvis souvenirs, vintage posters, lunch boxes, and...

MIDTOWN. With its Chuck Berry memorabilia, Howdy Doody collectibles, Elvis souvenirs, vintage posters, lunch boxes, and fabulous old jukeboxes, this St. Louis landmark is a mecca of American pop culture. It also features fantastic bar food, from burgers, hot dogs and onion rings to soups, salads and vegetarian dishes. The St. Louis Walk of Fame is located just outside the door, with stars and plaques honoring such famous St. Louis entertainment greats as Chuck Berry, Josephine Baker and Tina Turner. Frequent live music makes this an equally popular nightspot.

Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-1:30am; Sun 11am-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

A local mainstay that's worth the short drive to Alton, Eddie's has become popular for serving cold drinks and tasty...

A local mainstay that's worth the short drive to Alton, Eddie's has become popular for serving cold drinks and tasty eats like the Elwood on-a-stick (marinated tenderloin), bratwursts and Hot Chick on-a stick (Cajun chicken). This joint was originally the Anheuser-Busch bar (back in 1921), but since 1981 it's been known as Eddie's, owned by Eddie Scholar. Live music is on tap Thursday through Sunday nights.

Hours: Mon-Thu 1pm-2am; Fri 11pm-2am; Sat-Sun 11am-2am