What are the best patios and bars to drink at in St. Louis? Good question: When the weather’s nice, there’s no shortage of top-ranked places to grab a beer or cocktail. For instance, you could grab a mixed drink at Three Sixty, a beer at Schlafly Bottleworks or glass of wine at Vin De Set – all of which provide their own unique spins on outdoor relaxation and entertainment. Happily for those seeking the best patios and bars to drink at in St. Louis, the following list of both upscale and more relaxed options can help you narrow down your search.
John D. McGurk’s Eclipse at Moonrise The Tavern Bar Italia
| Name | Location | Description |
| John D. McGurk’s | 1200 Russell Blvd. | When you’re looking to imbibe outside, or mix and mingle with hordes of boisterous twenty-/thirty-somethings and young professionals, come to this popular Soulard location. A sprawling destination with a laid-back attitude and often compelling live music selection, it’s ideal for spring and summer outings with large groups, especially those looking to meet new people or spend an evening on the town. Whether you prefer a burger and Budweiser or pork chops and whiskey, you’ll find it here, along with huge numbers of individuals out to enjoy the beginnings of an epic evening. |
| Three Sixty | 1 S. Broadway | You just can’t beat the sights from rooftop bar Three Sixty. Gaze right at the Arch, or peer over into nearby Busch Stadium, as you enjoy an Urban Chestnut Forest Park Pilsner or Disco Lights (a sparkling concoction with blanco tequila, ginger root, lemon, morello cherry and bitters). It’s a great place to treat yourself to some of the best views in the city, or take someone you want to impress. |
| Eclipse at Moonrise Hotel | 6177 Delmar Blvd. | Sometimes the best patios are located eight stories or more above street level. At this electric rooftop lounge, you can sip on a classic cocktail or enjoy signature drinks like the Three Mile Long Island or Buffy the Vodka Slayer, as you survey the sights of The Loop neighborhood that sprawls out below you. Open until 3AM, Eclipse is not just one of the city’s top patios; It’s one of the best places anywhere in town for a late night drink. |
| Element | 1419 Carroll St. | Element can be a key part of a great first date. It also has a quality patio for drinks. The fantastic views of downtown it features make the featured cocktails offered on-site (each named for a St. Louis landmark) that much better. Try the Sheldon (dark rum, aperol, yellow chartreuse, lemon and orange) or the Pageant (mezcal, orange, grapefruit, simple syrup and club soda) to get any evening started off right. |
| The Tavern | 392 N. Euclid Ave. | There are two locations for The Tavern, but the Central West End spot has a patio you won’t want to miss. The venue makes a mean Manhattan, and you have to try the homemade sangria as well. Of course, it would be a waste to come to The Tavern and not order some food. How about one of seven fish options served one of six different ways? Or maybe just have it all with the Seafood Trio tasting board. The handmade pasta is also a highlight. |
| Urban Chestnut Midtown Brewery & Biergarten | 3229 Washington Ave. | Urban Chestnut doesn’t just produce great beer—its Grand Center Midtown Brewery & Biergarten also features one of the best patios for drinking and dining in St. Louis. Solid sandwich, cheese and meat dishes complement the brews, which are grouped into two categories. The Revolution Series pushes the boundaries of craft beer, while the Reverence Series pays tribute to classic beer styles. |
| Schlafly Bottleworks | 7260 Southwest Ave | Of course, there’s more great St. Louis craft beer to be enjoyed at a variety of venues, and even more great St. Louis craft breweries with great patios to appreciate as well. Schlafly Bottleworks ranks among them, and is a great spot for a tour that works just as well if you just want to kick back and enjoy some homemade pizzas and a Schlafly Pale Ale, Summer Lager, Raspberry Hefeweizen or Apricot IPA. |
| Bar Italia | 13 Maryland Plaza | Bar Italia is one of the Central West End’s top places to grab a drink at, and its airy patio is certainly one of its strengths. You can find a solid selection of wines by bottle or glass here, as well as a range of Italian (and other) craft beers and two categories of cocktails — For Drinking and For Thinking. No matter what you’re drinking (or thinking), Bar Italia makes a great destination. |
| The Royale | 3132 S Kingshighway Blvd. | The Royale is unique, unpretentious and even dog-friendly. You can relax on its patio with friends, family or pets as you enjoy one of the venue’s signature cocktails, which include Corpse Reviver No. 2 (gin, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, lemon juice and absinthe) and The Daisy—brandy, gin, rum, whiskey or vodka mixed with lime and lemon juice, pomegranate syrup, and club soda. |
| Vin De Set | 2017 Chouteau Ave | Vin De Set is always a great spot to grab a drink or two when visiting Lafayette Square. Boasting an extensive champagne and wine selection to complement its excellent French cuisine, Vin De Set’s rooftop views are equally appealing. Stop by to enjoy a unique night on the town. |
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A Boston native, contributing editor Ben Szanton has embraced St. Louis but is still learning more about his new city by the day. A young entrepreneur and exercise enthusiast, he's always happy to share the new song he can't stop listening to or taco place he just discovered. He covers a wide range of St. Louis topics for SELECT.
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