“Party” listings
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Copia Urban Winery
This upscale restaurant features a full bar and a classy wine garden in which to start your evening—except on Fridays and Saturdays, when the live music may tempt you to get comfortable for the night. Pick up a few souvenirs from the attached wine market. (08/2011)
1122 Washington Ave
314-241-9463
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Sub ZeroVodka Bar
With 350 vodkas from 26 countries, this spot lives up to its name, minus the uncomfortable temperature. There’s a long martini list and a sushi menu, as well as a bar that features a giant built-in ice cube. Check the online calendar for vodka tasting events. (08/2011)
308 N Euclid Ave
314-367-1200
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Tribeca Bistro Lounge
It’s always swingin’ here, but ladies nights on Wednesdays are especially popular for the great DJ and half-priced martinis all evening. Come on Thursdays for live jazz. For big spenders, bottle service is available. (04/2011)
120 Chesterfield Valley Dr
636-733- 9097
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BAHA ROCK CLUB
Monday is open-mic night for jokes, songs and entertaining “special acts,” while ladies get more than one night (Tuesday through Thursday). That it sells reasonably priced Jäger Bombs is really all the rest you need to know. (01/2011)
305 N Main St
636-949-0466
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ROBBIE’S HOUSE OF JAZZ
This club is hot with local jazz talent, whether it’s the Eric Slaughter Trio, Hugh “Peanuts” Whalum or one of the area’s many other greats. The menu of appetizers and hors d’oeuvres is healthy and light. (01/2011)
20 Allen Ave, Ste 150
20 Allen Ave, Ste 150
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1860 SALOON
This is a casual place to get a beer, especially the homemade Schafl y’s that’s on tap. There’s live blues music seven nights a week, and a solo act on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. (01/2011)
1860 S Ninth St
314-231-1860
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BAR NAPOLI
This nightlife hotspot attracts a diverse crowd, though business professionals reign supreme. The appletini is one of the best in town, but many order the “Dirty CEO,” a dirty martini mixed with Chopin vodka. (12/2010)
7754 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton
314-863-5731
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BRIDGE
There’s enough variety here to satisfy the pickiest beer connoisseur—200-plus beers, 55 of them on tap. They all taste great with the gourmet flavored popcorn (beet honey, wasabi ginger or chai spice) or a cheese board. (11/2010)
1004 Locust St
314-241-8141
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MILO’S BOCCE GARDEN
This beloved spot features a great beer garden, darts and foosball, an impressive selection of beers (from Fat Tire to Heineken) and delicious bar food. If that’s not enough, just play some bocce. Don’t know how to play? Ask one of the regulars and they’ll be happy to show you. (09/2010)
5201 Wilson Ave
314-776-0468
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DRESSEL’S PUB
With stained-glass windows and décor that pays homage to famous composers and writers, this pub has an old Ivy League feel. Order a Moose Grill Nut Brown Ale. (05/2010)
419 N Euclid Ave
314-361-1060
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ST. LOUIS CASA LOMA BALLROOM
For more than 70 years, this entertainment landmark has hosted big band, Latin and swing bands. On weekends, there are ballroom dance lessons early in the evening. (05/2010)
3354 Iowa Ave
314-664-8000
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BROADWAY OYSTER BAR
Catch local and national bands playing jazz, blues, funk and reggae every night on the patio at this downtown nightspot. There’s a good selection of beer and standard cocktails, but the music is the biggest draw. (04/2010)
736 S Broadway
314-621-8811
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