Nowadays, many liquor lovers are looking for something genuine and authentic. With the number of drinks and mixes available today, sometimes you’re looking for a standout. As a result, Missouri has started to enjoy the upswing of craft whiskey.
There are plenty of reasons to go to Missouri, and one of them is to taste the local flavor. Whiskey bars and distilleries have long been prevalent in other states, but appreciation of them is on the rise in the “Show Me State”.
Social Scene invites you to discover the many premier whiskey bars that Missouri has to offer with our list of 10 of the best St. Louis bars you need to visit! Experience excellent whiskey and explore how much Missouri’s love for whiskey has grown.
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1. Stone Turtle Restaurant & Bar
6335 Clayton Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63139
Stone Turtle sets out to be a whiskey-focused bar
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Stone Turtle is an American restaurant and whiskey bar. To find it, all you need to do is go to the corner of Clayton Avenue and Tamm Avenue in the heart of Dogtown, St. Louis. You can’t miss it!
The menu focuses on an updated take on the classic American pub fare, while the bar program offers a wide selection of whiskeys at affordable prices! You can also find specialty cocktails, craft beers, and grower-produced wines.
They are open on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11 AM to 4 PM for lunch, 4 PM to 10 PM for dinner, and 12 AM at the bar. You can also drop by on Friday and Saturday when the bar opens until 1 PM. On Sunday, they are open from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM for brunch, 4 PM to 10 PM for dinner, and until 12 AM for drinks.
Happy hour takes place on weekdays from 2 PM to 6 PM. For more details, email stoneturtlestl@gmail.com or call 314-349-1933.
2. Planter's House
1000 Mississippi Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63104
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Planter's House is a celebrated cocktail bar and restaurant and a recipient of the Outstanding Bar Program award by The James Beard Foundation. It is also known as a prime example of the grand history of hospitality in St. Louis.
You can find handcrafted food as well as seasonal cocktails and an impressive spirits selection on their menu. Catch the happy hour all day on Sundays and from Tuesday to Friday from 4 PM to 6 PM. For more inquiries, email info@plantershousestl.com or call 314-696-2603.
3. Cellar House
6039 Telegraph Rd, St Louis, MO 63129
Enjoy 280 bottles on the shelf and more at Cellar House
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Known for its amazing wine selection, Cellar House also offers premier whiskeys, wine accessories, craft beers, and so much more. It’s a quaint little place tucked away in a corner strip mall with a wine shop on one side and a restaurant & bar on the other.
Tastings of selected whiskeys, wines, or beers take place every Saturday from 2 PM to 5 PM. You can also visit their store in groups of 12 to 40 for private events and tastings. They have over 45 whiskeys and a full spirit list for you to enjoy, so catch these drinks at the bar on Tuesday through Thursday from 11 AM to 11 PM and until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Email patrick@bottlecellars.com or call 314-846-5100 for more information.
4. The BBQ and Whiskey Saloon
4900 Laclede Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108-1404
(Enjoy house-smoked BBQ with the best whiskeys on the menu
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The BBQ and Whiskey Saloon is one of the best places to visit for good BBQ and whiskey. They serve St. Louis-style ribs, impressive fries, and an overall dynamic menu. Guests can also enjoy a great selection of whiskeys at the bar.
Want a drinking experience somewhere between a saloon and a pub? Well, this is it! For more information, call 314-833-6666 or email info@bbqsaloonstl.com.
5. 33 Wine Shop & Bar
1913 Park Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63104
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The 33 Wine Shop & Bar offers its guests a great experience with knowledgeable and friendly servers. They serve the best wines in Missouri, not to mention their excellent whiskey bar.
Guests are always impressed with the big selection of whiskeys that they offer. The place itself is charming as well, with plenty of art on the walls and even a pool table in the secondary room.
They are open from Monday to Saturday from 3:30 PM to 1 AM. Contact 314-231-9463 for more details.
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6. Hamilton's Urban Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar
2101 Chouteau Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103
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Hamilton's Urban Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar honors tradition, service, and innovation. Through that combination, Hamilton’s strives to create an intimate and urban steakhouse and bourbon bar. Guests can experience not only 100% authentic and exquisite midwest beef, but also the best flavors of Missouri.
Join the happy hour from Tuesday to Saturday from 3 PM to 6 PM at the bar, and enjoy nightly bar specials from Tuesday to Thursday from 3 PM to closing. To see what else they have to offer, email manager@hamiltonsteak.com or call 314-241-BEEF (2333).
7. Three Monkeys Whiskey Pub & Stellar Grub
3153 Morganford Rd., St. Louis, MO 63116
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Three Monkeys Whiskey Pub & Stellar Grub offers its guests a warm and welcoming ambiance: whoever spends their time dining and drinking here will surely feel at home. You can choose from a variety of hand-tossed pizza, appetizers, burgers, pasta, and steaks, as well as vegetarian options.
Check out their tap list as well for local craft beer. You can also try out their wonderful whiskey list, as well as their impressive wine and cocktails. You’re sure to be comfortable as you dine and drink thanks to the friendly and hospitable staff.
They’re open Monday from 11 AM to 4 PM, Tuesday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 11 PM, and Saturday from 9 AM to 9 PM. For more inquiries, call 314-772-9800.
8. The Scottish Arms
6 S Sarah St (at Laclede), St Louis, MO 63108
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The Scottish Arms not only delivers one of the most humble and honest European menus but they also never fail to impress with their whiskey. Guests can expect a wonderful single malt scotch and whiskey collection, well-balanced with both classics and new imports. You’ll also find plenty of limited editions on display.
Be there for whiskey flights every Tuesday. You can also visit the bar from Monday to Thursday from 10 PM to 1 AM, Friday and Saturday from 11 PM to 1 AM, and Sunday from 10 PM to 12 AM. For reservations, contact 314-535-0551.
9. Stanley's Cigar Lounge
1000 Washington Ave Ste C (at 11th St.), St Louis, MO 63101
It has everything you need: cigars, wine, beer, and whiskey!
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Stanley's Cigar Lounge provides its guests with a unique and amazing atmosphere with its popular cigar bar and the best whiskeys in town. If you’re someone who loves a wonderful selection of cigars on one hand and unwinding with a whiskey on the other, this place is for you!
They’re open from Monday to Saturday from 3 PM to 1 AM. For concerns and other inquiries, call 314-436-3500.
10. John D. McGurk's Irish Pub
1200 Russell Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63104
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John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden is well known for their Irish cuisine. They also have a wide array of craft and bottled beers for you to choose from, as well as an extensive menu of whiskey and scotch.
The four-season garden likewise attracts a lot of guests. It features about 60 tables, not one but 3 full-service bars, and an amazing 9-foot waterfall. It’s truly a sight to behold, and something you shouldn’t miss if you’re in St. Louis.
Visit Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 1:30 AM, or on Sunday from 3 PM to 12 AM. For more details, email QUESTIONS@MCGURKS.COM or call 314-776-8309.
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Grechhelle Magbanua
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