Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in University City

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Café Napoli

4.9

Exceptional(2251)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clayton

Booked 28 times today

Café Napoli is a family owned restaurant, established in 1989 by Tony and Kathy Pietoso. Quickly becoming a success, they moved the small basement restaurant to a larger location at the corner of Forsyth and Bemiston in the heart of Clayton. In 2003, sons Ande and Kye expanded their family restaurant by adding Bar Napoli, a swank cocktail lounge. A few years later, Napoli Reserve was added onto Bar Napoli allowing for private event space and an additional bar and lounge for the weekends. After years of a flourishing business, Kathy and Tony decided to take their ventures West to Town and Country where they opened their second location, Napoli2, managed by Ande. Kye has taken the reigns from his father and is now the front man for the 8,000 square foot establishment in Clayton. Café Napoli and Bar Napoli have recently undergone a face lift inside and out. Inside the kitchen, Executive Chef from Napoli2 Jon Berger was recently added to the team, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the regional Italian specialties.

2. Herbie's

4.4

Awesome(2398)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clayton

Booked 38 times today

Herbie's is an American restaurant and bar inspired by the food & atmosphere of the French bistro as well as the cuisines of Italy, Asia, and the coastal American South. Our focus is on seasonal dishes with local ingredients, featuring rotating menus and daily specials with something to satisfy every palate. Renowned for our welcoming hospitality and gorgeous dining rooms & patios, we strive to make every guest feel at home, whether here for a business meeting, an intimate dinner, or any other occasion! We accept reservations online & over the phone. For parties larger than 6 guests, please email reservations@herbies.com with your name, party size, date, time, phone number, and any additional requests.To book an event, private room, or catering, please visit our website Herbies.com/private-events and fill out a contact form & a member of our team will respond promptly!We look forward to serving you soon!

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3. Brasserie by Niche

4.8

Exceptional(4152)

Price: Moderate

• French • St. Louis

Booked 77 times today

Brasserie by Niche is located in the Central West End. We are open for dine-in, to-go, and delivery.

4. Robust

4.5

Awesome(1266)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Webster Groves

Booked 20 times today

It is our desire to light a spark of adventure within you and encourage you to explore and rediscover a passion for life through truly experiencing what wine, food and hospitality are all about.When you experience wine, you experience life. Wine encompasses a world of history, food, travel, culture, and romance. Whether a novice wine drinker or expert, Robust wants to create an enjoyable and enriching experience that educates each guest to the next level. Sip wines, sample our tasting plates and shop our wines and gifts. Our menu of artisan cheeses, charcuterie and unique gourmet tasting plates are inspired by our wine selection.Wines are listed by Robust Factor™ - a friendly format to help you navigate through the vast world of wines. With more than 40 wines by the glass, wine flights, and a full bottle list, choose your favorites or our onsite sommeliers will be happy to accommodate you with a selection.

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5. Perennial on Lockwood

4.8

Exceptional(392)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Webster Groves

Booked 46 times today

We are a small batch brewery, tasting room, and restaurant located in the heart of Old Webster Groves. Perennial on Lockwood is a collaboration between Olive + Oak and Perennial Artisan Ales offering the best in food, beer (yes we have wine and spirits too) and hospitality in a beautifully remodeled historic garage. Join us at our bar, in our dining room or on our patio.

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6. Bar Italia Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(973)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central West End

Booked 8 times today

For authentic Italian cuisine come join us at Bar Italia Ristorante! Join us in the heart of the Central West End, but feel like you're in Italy! We serve upscale Italian unlike anything else you've had in Saint Louis. We promise a dining experience you're sure to remember! Parties over 6 guests will receive one check so we can make sure your party receives exceptional service as well as our other guests.

7. Chase Club

4.3

Awesome(253)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Central West End

Booked 10 times today

Inspired by bold designs of the Roarin 20’s and Art Deco 30’s, Chase Club at the historic Chase Park Plaza Hotel invokes the original spirit of times past. As Prohibition ended, the pendulum swung back to indulging & entertainment (Live Music, Great Food and Free Flowing Alcohol). Influenced by the Speakeasys and extravagant style of a bygone era, the concept for Chase Club was born. Chase Club features a well crafted gastro-pub menu, a huge bar, a dining area with large adjoining patio overlooking the Chase Park Plaza pool, and even a outdoor fireplace with seating area to keep you toasty on chilly nights. Big screen TVs and plush seating provide the perfect lounging atmosphere for an afternoon or evening of sports. Chase Club evokes an easier time with big style design, quality food and drink, and lively bands every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. Enjoy brunch favorites every Saturday and Sunday!

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8. Seven - Seven Gables Inn

4.0

Excellent(163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clayton

Immerse yourself in a welcoming ambiance where exceptional spirits and a delightful menu now align with the enduring tradition our guests cherish. Our Chef's unveil our latest lunch and dinner menus, along with the Clayton "Lost Classics"—a nostalgic selection resurrecting beloved dishes from historical Clayton area restaurants. Explore our revamped bar offerings, boasting a collection of over 50 whiskeys and wines, ensuring a delightful choice for every palate. Join us to relish the coziness of our enclosed Courtyard, featuring outdoor casual seating and inviting firepits.

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9. Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(1856)

Price: Moderate

• American • Soulard / Benton Park

Booked 43 times today

Frazer Cameron, executive chef and owner of Frazer’s restaurant, opened the doors to his now iconic restaurant in 1992 in historic Benton Park. Entrees at Frazer’s are inspired by tastes from around the globe, including French, Moroccan, Italian, Mexican, and Cajun. Frazer’s also features an award winning wine & cocktail program, featuring over 50 classic & specialty craft cocktails. Located down the street from the Anheuser Busch Brewery, Frazer’s is perfect for appetizers and drinks with friends or for an entertaining dinner. We feature many different dining options such as a bar & lounge area, our main dining room, our upper level dining area, takeout. Frazer’s also features street side & patio dining (Outside dining is first come first serve). Please call for any inquiries.info@frazersgoodeats.com

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10. Eleven Eleven Mississippi

4.7

Exceptional(4538)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Louis

Booked 79 times today

Eleven Eleven Mississippi blends old and new world culinary tradition to create signature Tuscan & Northern California cuisine in a one of a kind atmosphere. Eleven Eleven Mississippi is located in the heart of the beautiful Lafayette Square neighborhood & situated in a restored historic brick warehouse. Their reputation for exceptional cuisine & wine delivered with unprecedented style has made Eleven Eleven Mississippi St. Louis' most exciting destination restaurant.Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, Eleven Eleven Mississippi offers a casual rustic yet upscale & trendy atmosphere. The creative use of space is accentuated by an open display kitchen where the oak fired brick oven takes center stage as well as a glass enclosed wine cellar designed to double as a private dining area. The natural elements of hardwoods, brick, & copper along with two fireplaces situated in the main dining room & loft lounge create a cozy inviting atmosphere suitable for any occasion.

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Steve
St. Louis •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Paul was our server and he was great! The food was amazing, sea bass for me and steak and lobster for my wife. We both agreed the lobster was the best either of us ever had, incredibly delicious.
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Café NapoliPrice: Moderate• Italian• Clayton
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4.9
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Thomas
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Trout is always a go-to, and recommended it for my friend. I tried the braised beef and thought it was fabulous. Escargot still remains the best in town, and the gougeres are addictive. Still my favorite STL spot for a nice evening out since moving out of town.
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Brasserie by NichePrice: Moderate• French• St. Louis
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4.8
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Mary Ann
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was delicious and the service great!! There was apparently a mix up with our reservation and the staff very quickly made arrangements to get us seated. We were given a small private room with a fireplace scene on the TV for ambiance! Servers were knowledgeable and efficient. We have already recommended the restaurant to friends!
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Perennial on LockwoodPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Webster Groves
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4.8
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Laurie
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
We had Fox tickets and were concerned with timing. Our waiter was extra attentive and made sure we were on time. The food was delicious and the restaurant beautiful!
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Herbie'sPrice: Moderate• American• Clayton
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4.4
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Peter
St. Louis •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Robust had their first ever Christmas Pop Up and it was absolutely amazing, wonderful, great, and fantastic! The owners, the staff, the music, the food, the drinks, the ambiance were all spectacular We had one of the best times out ever! Thank you Robust!!!
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RobustPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Webster Groves
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4.5

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Café Napoli

2. Herbie's

3. Brasserie by Niche

4. Robust

5. Perennial on Lockwood

6. Bar Italia Ristorante

7. Chase Club

8. Seven - Seven Gables Inn

9. Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge

10. Eleven Eleven Mississippi

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