We’re upon the holiday season and that electric excitement is in the air. Thoughts of reuniting with family and friends are at the center of our thoughts. And on Black Wednesday, making plans to come together with loved ones, whom you haven’t seen for far too long, is easy. St. Louis watering holes, of all varieties, are gearing up for your celebrations. Get caught up and make new memories while enjoying a drink and some great food, at these favorite St. Louis bars.
At Nesbys
3730 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63127
(314) 270-3888
www.atnesbys.com
Don’t stay in waiting to put the bird in the oven, the night before Thanksgiving. Go out! Meet up with friends, who have all come home to St. Louis for the holiday. Grab a drink, or two, and some pre-feast eats At Nesbys. Hickory smoked wings and baby back ribs are just the thing to hit the spot while you and your best friends catch up on old times. The price is right as appetizers and sandwiches start at $8. Wash them down with a brew or a specialty drink and make more memories while you reminisce.
Orbit Pinball Lounge
7401 Hazel Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63143
(314) 769-9954
www.facebook.com/Orbit-Pinball-Lounge
Centrally located, Orbit Pinball Lounge, in downtown Maplewood, is the best place for friends to come together during the pre-holiday season. It’s casual. It’s friendly. And it’s got skee ball! Call all your friends and meet them at Orbit. Order a beer and some grub and challenge your friends to a pinball tournament or skee ball match. You’ll love their collection of pin ball machines and you’ll love spacious room after room of neighborhood charm. It’s the perfect place to spend time with friends and loved ones to grab a drink and some chow, and some fun.
21st Street Brewers Bar
2017 Chouteau Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 241-6969
www.21stbrew.com
St. Louis is a beer town and maybe, just maybe a brewery is a great place to catch up with friends, from out of town or across town. The 21st Street Brewers Bar fits that bill, for great beer, classic brew snacks and pizza. They have over 72 bottles and cans of the best beer around for you and your friends to enjoy and start celebrating the holiday. Or, try some of their 50 plus beers on tap. While you’re there, start your Christmas shopping early and buy a gift card, or two, for the favorite beer lover in your life. It’s beer heaven.
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Sub Zero Vodka Bar
308 N. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 367-1200
www.subzerovodkabar.com
The Sub Zero Vodka Bar has the best burgers in town. And their appetizers are out of this world. But no trip there would be complete with out their sushi. So with all this great food, why call it the Sub Zero Vodka Bar? Because they have largest selection of vodka in the U.S. With over 500 vodkas, you’ll get the best martinis and flavored vodka drinks you’ve ever had. With this selection of great drinks and food, it’s also a great place to gather for Black Wednesday festivities. The Central West End is home to the Vodka Bar and a great place for night life. While you’re enjoying the reunion with friends, think about joining the Vodka and Birthday Club. Why wait for Black Wednesday to celebrate with friends and family.
Bailey’s Chocolate Bar
1915 Park Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63104
(314) 241-8100
www.baileyschocolatebar.com
Chocolate! Who doesn’t love chocolate? At Bailey’s Chocolate Bar, you can love your chocolate in the form of over two dozen different chocolate martinis and you can even enjoy some good old fashioned hot chocolate. They’re menus also offer 90 different beers, wines and champagne, as well, just in case you want to celebrate reuniting with friends. The atmosphere is just perfect for spending time and making memories with friends. Enjoy some fine cheeses and great pizza along with your libations. It’s a great place to sample delicious drinks that aren’t run of the mill bar fare, and enjoy a fun Black Wednesday in 2016.
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Post Author: Lisa Payne-Naeger.