Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri

24:1 Cinema logo

24:1 Cinema

Music Venue/Theatre/Club

24:1 Cinema keeps things simple: a movie theatre doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local movie theatre doing its thing in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you want a night out near Washington University in St. Louis.

6755 Page Avenue, Pagedale, MO+1 (314) 721-6241WebsiteFacebook
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Adam's Smokehouse

Restaurants

Adam's Smokehouse keeps things simple: a restaurant doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

2819 Watson Road, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 875-9890Website
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Afghan Kabob House

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Afghan Kabob House is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

3500 Watson Road, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 449-1110Website
Alexander Reed Cleaners logo

Alexander Reed Cleaners

Shops

A neighborhood dry cleaner, Alexander Reed Cleaners serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own dry cleaner in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

1220 North and South Road, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 863-9660Website
AMC Esquire 7 logo

AMC Esquire 7

Music Venue/Theatre/Club

In St. Louis, Missouri, AMC Esquire 7 operates as a movie theatre within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local movie theatre doing its thing in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate booking agency behind this one - just a venue doing its own thing. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one show at a time. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

6706 Clayton Road, Richmond Heights, MO 63117Website
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Amighetti’s

Restaurants

Located in St. Louis, Amighetti’s is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

5700 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63112Website
Amigo Sole logo

Amigo Sole

Restaurants

Amigo Sole is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

6102 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63112Website
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Ari's Restaurant and Bar

Restaurants

Ari's Restaurant and Bar brings a restaurant to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of the fun of trying them. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

3101 Hampton Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 644-4264Website
Avalon Exchange logo

Avalon Exchange

Shops

Avalon Exchange keeps things simple: a thrift store doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

6392 Delmar Boulevard, University City, MO 63130+1 (314) 725-2760avalonstl@yahoo.comWebsite
Big River Running Company logo

Big River Running Company

Shops

Located in St. Louis, Big River Running Company is a local shoe store popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis.

608;606 North and South Road, University City, MO 63130+1 (314) 727-4786WebsiteInstagramFacebook
Bootleggin' BBQ Tavern logo

Bootleggin' BBQ Tavern

Restaurants

Bootleggin' BBQ Tavern is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

4501 Chouteau Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63110Website
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Brew Bites

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Brew Bites operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

6662 B Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 499-7000WebsiteInstagram
Bridge Bread logo

Bridge Bread

Shops

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Bridge Bread is a bakery that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

616 North Skinker Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130info@bridgebread.orgWebsiteInstagramFacebook
Bubba's Deli logo

Bubba's Deli

Shops

Bubba's Deli brings a deli to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what St. Louis has to offer. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

3249 Ivanhoe Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 853-3862Website
Bubblecup Tea Zone & Ice Cave logo

Bubblecup Tea Zone & Ice Cave

Restaurants

Bubblecup Tea Zone & Ice Cave is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of the fun of trying them. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

3 North Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 354-8085Website
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Café la Vie

Restaurants

Located in St. Louis, Café la Vie is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

Cha i Enjoy logo

Cha i Enjoy

Shops

Cha i Enjoy is a tea shop in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Selection and prices vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of what makes browsing worth it. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis.

6331 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 932-5779chaienjoydelmar@gmail.comWebsite
Chase Club logo

Chase Club

Restaurants

Chase Club is a restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up St. Louis's dining scene near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

212 North Kingshighway Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 454-9000Website
Chase Park Plaza Cinemas logo

Chase Park Plaza Cinemas

Music Venue/Theatre/Club

Chase Park Plaza Cinemas brings a movie theatre to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own movie theatre in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Schedules at small local venues can change, so it's worth checking ahead. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one show at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you want a night out near Washington University in St. Louis.

212 North Kingshighway Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63108Website
Chinese Express logo

Chinese Express

Restaurants

Chinese Express is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of the fun of trying them. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

7022 Clayton Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63117Website
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Chris' Pancak & Dining

Restaurants

Located in St. Louis, Chris' Pancak & Dining is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

5980 Southwest Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 645-2088Website
CK Supply logo

CK Supply

Shops

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, CK Supply is a gas shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis.

5835 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 644-3500Website
Comet Coffee logo

Comet Coffee

Restaurants

Comet Coffee is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

5708 Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110Website
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Crazy Bowls & Wraps

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Crazy Bowls & Wraps operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

2724 Watson Road, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 421-0555Website
Crushed Red logo

Crushed Red

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Crushed Red serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

8007 Maryland Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105Website
Decker Tailoring logo

Decker Tailoring

Shops

Located in St. Louis, Decker Tailoring is a local tailor shop popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what St. Louis has to offer. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

616 North McKnight Road, Saint Louis, MO 63132Website
Dierbergs logo

Dierbergs

Shops

Dierbergs is one of St. Louis's local shops, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

8450 Eager Road, Brentwood, MO 63144Website
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Dominic Michael Salon

Shops

In St. Louis, Missouri, Dominic Michael Salon operates as a hair salon within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local hair salon doing its thing in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up St. Louis's retail scene near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

8833 Ladue Road, St. Louis, MO 63124Website
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Dream Market

Shops

Dream Market keeps things simple: a convenience store doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

5382 Doctor Martin Luther King Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 625-4557dreammarket314@gmail.comWebsite
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E&B Granite

Shops

In St. Louis, Missouri, E&B Granite operates as a hardware store within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis.

6135 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 645-9300Website
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Eclipse Restaurant

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Eclipse Restaurant operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

6177 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 726-2222Website
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Farm Haus

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Farm Haus serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

3257 Ivanhoe Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 647-3800Website
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Favazza's on the Hill

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Favazza's on the Hill is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

5201 Southwest Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 772-4454Website
Fitz's logo

Fitz's

Restaurants

Located in St. Louis, Fitz's is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

6605 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 726-9555Website
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Forest Perk Cafe

Restaurants

Forest Perk Cafe is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local cafe doing its thing in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

5595 Grand Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 948-6501Website
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Fork & Stix

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Fork & Stix operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

549 Rosedale Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 863-5572Website
Foundation Grounds logo

Foundation Grounds

Restaurants

Foundation Grounds is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

7298 Manchester Road, Maplewood, MO 63143+1 (314) 833-6460Website
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G-san kitchen

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, G-san kitchen is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

6310 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 769-9528Website
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Global Quesadilla Company

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Global Quesadilla Company operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

4497 Forest Park Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 534-9696Website
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Gokul Indian Restaurant

Restaurants

Gokul Indian Restaurant is a restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

6101 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 721-1888Website
Good Company logo

Good Company

Bars

Good Company is a bar in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local bar doing its thing in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Hours and specials at small local bars can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

4317 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 405-8333Website
Good Day Farm logo

Good Day Farm

Shops

Good Day Farm keeps things simple: a cannabis dispensary doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own cannabis dispensary in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

20 North Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 328-6772Website
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Haché Herbal Infusions

Restaurants

Haché Herbal Infusions is a cafe in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

6350 South Rosebury Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105+1 (314) 725-7333Website
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Hands On Demand

Shops

In St. Louis, Missouri, Hands On Demand operates as a massage studio within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

5261 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 497-1272handsondemandmassage@yahoo.comWebsiteFacebook
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Heavenly Scent Cleaning Service

Shops

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Heavenly Scent Cleaning Service is a cleaners shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own cleaners shop in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO+1 (314) 341-8334Website
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Heavy Riff

Bars

Heavy Riff is a pub in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local pub doing its thing in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned bars like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Hours and specials at small local bars can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

6413 Clayton Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139Website
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HITEA

Restaurants

HITEA is a cafe in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

8 1/2 South Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 833-3165Website
International Tap House logo

International Tap House

Bars

In St. Louis, Missouri, International Tap House operates as a bar within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned bars like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Drink selection, happy hour deals, and crowd all vary spot to spot around St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

6217 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130WebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Jilly's Cupcake Bar and Cafe

Restaurants

Jilly's Cupcake Bar and Cafe is a restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

8509 Delmar Boulevard, St Louis, MO 63124+1 (314) 993-5455Website
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Joey B's on the Hill

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Joey B's on the Hill serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

2524 Hampton Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 645-7300Website
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John Viviano and Sons

Shops

John Viviano and Sons is one of St. Louis's local shops, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis.

5139 Shaw Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 771-5476Website
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Joy Luck Chinese Buffet

Restaurants

Joy Luck Chinese Buffet keeps things simple: a restaurant doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

8030 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63144+1 (314) 645-9982Website
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Katsuya

Restaurants

Katsuya is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

6301 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130Website
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Knead Bakehouse

Shops

Located in St. Louis, Knead Bakehouse is a local bakery popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis.

3467 Hampton Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 376-4361Website
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La Calle Mexican Restaurant

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, La Calle Mexican Restaurant is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

4121-4125 Manchester Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 328-1452Website
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Link Auction Galleries

Shops

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Link Auction Galleries is an auction shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local auction shop doing its thing in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis.

5000 Washington Place, Saint Louis, MO 63108Website
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Los Patios MX Cocina

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Los Patios MX Cocina operates as a cafe within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

3919 West Pine Boulevard, St Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 405-8400lospatiosmx@gmail.comWebsite
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Lu Lu's Seafood and Dimsum

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Lu Lu's Seafood and Dimsum is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

8224 Olive Boulevard, University City, MOWebsite
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Mama's On The Hill

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Mama's On The Hill serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

2132 Edwards Street, St Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 776-3100Website
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Meshuggah Café

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Meshuggah Café operates as a cafe within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

6269 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130WebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Milo's Tavern

Bars

Milo's Tavern keeps things simple: a bar doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

5210 Wilson Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 776-0468Website
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Motor Town Pizza

Restaurants

Motor Town Pizza is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own fast-food spot in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

8029 Dale Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63117Website
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Neon Greens

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Neon Greens operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

4176 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110Website
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Olive Supermarket

Shops

Olive Supermarket keeps things simple: a supermarket doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis.

8041 Olive Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 997-5168Website
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Palm Health

Fitness & Recreation

Located in St. Louis, Palm Health is a local fitness center popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned fitness spots like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're near Washington University in St. Louis.

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Paris

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Paris serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

6118 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63112Website
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Patisserie Svoi

Restaurants

A neighborhood cafe, Patisserie Svoi serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local cafe doing its thing in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

8 South Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 800-9595Website
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Peel

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Peel serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

208, St. Louis, MO+1 (314) 696-2515Website
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Pickles Deli

Restaurants

Pickles Deli keeps things simple: a fast-food spot doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own fast-food spot in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

22 North Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 361-3354Website
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Pilates + Yoga Studio

Fitness & Recreation

Pilates + Yoga Studio keeps things simple: a fitness center doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned fitness spots like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're near Washington University in St. Louis.

1015 McCausland Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63117Website
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Pint Size Bakery & Coffee

Shops

Pint Size Bakery & Coffee brings a bakery to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up St. Louis's retail scene near Washington University in St. Louis. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

3133 Watson Road, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 645-7142Website
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Pizza-A-Go-Go

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Pizza-A-Go-Go operates as a fast-food spot within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of the fun of trying them. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

6703 Scanlan Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 781-1234Website
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Pizzavia

Restaurants

Pizzavia is a fast-food spot in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local fast-food spot doing its thing in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

4630 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 587-8000Website
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Poke Doke

Restaurants

Poke Doke keeps things simple: a restaurant doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of the fun of trying them. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

6316 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130Website
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PokeDoke

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, PokeDoke operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

23 South Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 833-5900Website
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Quality Transmission Service

Shops

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Quality Transmission Service is an auto repair shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what St. Louis has to offer. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

5944 Arsenal Street, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 644-2302Website
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Red Fitness Lounge

Fitness & Recreation

Red Fitness Lounge is a fitness center in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth checking out if you're building a routine in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

139 Carondelet Plaza, Clayton, MO 63105+1 (314) 497-8838Website
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Revel Kitchen

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Revel Kitchen is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

8388 Musick Memorial Drive, St. Louis, MOWebsite
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Rigazzi's

Restaurants

Rigazzi's brings a restaurant to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up St. Louis's dining scene near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

4945 Daggett Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 772-4900Website
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Robin Restaurant

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Robin Restaurant is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

7268 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63143Website
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Rock Star Tacos

Restaurants

In St. Louis, Missouri, Rock Star Tacos operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

4916 Shaw Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 571-9016Website
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Root 66 Dispensary

Shops

In St. Louis, Missouri, Root 66 Dispensary operates as a cannabis dispensary within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what St. Louis has to offer. Selection and prices vary spot to spot around St. Louis, which is part of what makes browsing worth it. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis.

6660 Manchester Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139Website
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Salt + Smoke

Restaurants

Salt + Smoke is a restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, serving the Washington University in St. Louis community. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own restaurant in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

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Session Taco

Restaurants

Session Taco keeps things simple: a restaurant doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

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South City Family YMCA

Fitness & Recreation

South City Family YMCA brings a sports center to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. It sits alongside the other gyms and studios that make up St. Louis's fitness scene near Washington University in St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one session at a time. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

3150 Sublette Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139Website
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Strands

Shops

Strands brings a hair salon to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis.

706 De Mun Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105Website
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Sushi Koi

Restaurants

A neighborhood restaurant, Sushi Koi serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

4 North Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 376-4016Website
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Taco Twist

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Taco Twist is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

15 North Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 635-0011Website
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Thai 202

Restaurants

Tucked into St. Louis, Missouri, Thai 202 is a restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

235 North Euclid Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 367-2002Website
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The Hill Antique Market

Shops

The Hill Antique Market is one of St. Louis's local antiques shops, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis.

4923 Daggett Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63110+1 (314) 961-7879Website
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The Hill Cigar Co

Shops

A neighborhood tobacco shop, The Hill Cigar Co serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what St. Louis has to offer. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis.

5360 Southwest Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 776-4455Website
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The Improv Shop

Music Venue/Theatre/Club

A neighborhood theatre, The Improv Shop serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Worth checking the calendar if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. Part of what makes St. Louis feel like its own place, not just another college town.

3960 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110Website
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The Ink Spot

Shops

In St. Louis, Missouri, The Ink Spot operates as a stationery store within easy reach of Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local stationery store doing its thing in St. Louis. Small businesses like this are part of what gives St. Louis, Missouri its own identity, separate from every other college town. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what St. Louis has to offer. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

3433 Hampton Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63139+1 (314) 353-0938Website
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The Muny

Music Venue/Theatre/Club

The Muny brings a theatre to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned music and nightlife venues like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of what makes St. Louis feel like its own place, not just another college town. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

1 Theatre Drive, Saint Louis, MOWebsite
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The Post Sports Bar

Restaurants

The Post Sports Bar is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

7372 Manchester Road, Maplewood, MO 63143Website
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The Wildflower Saloon

Restaurants

The Wildflower Saloon brings a restaurant to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

4900 Laclede Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 833-6666Website
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The Wizard's Wagon

Shops

The Wizard's Wagon brings a collector shop to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

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Touchdown Wings

Restaurants

Located in St. Louis, Touchdown Wings is a local fast-food spot popular with students and residents near Washington University in St. Louis. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through St. Louis know it as a regular local option near Washington University in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of St. Louis favorites.

4489 Forest Park Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 328-1176Website
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Tous les Jous

Shops

Tous les Jous is one of St. Louis's local shops, located near Washington University in St. Louis. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring St. Louis. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

6681 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 926-0799WebsiteInstagram
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United Provisions

Shops

United Provisions is one of St. Louis's local shops, located near Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local supermarket doing its thing in St. Louis. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Washington University in St. Louis. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis.

6241 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63130+1 (314) 833-5699Website
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Up Late

Restaurants

A neighborhood fast-food spot, Up Late serves the campus community around Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local fast-food spot doing its thing in St. Louis. St. Louis wouldn't feel quite like St. Louis without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

6197 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 384-1010Website
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Vails Brothers Shrimp Chicken & Fish

Restaurants

Vails Brothers Shrimp Chicken & Fish is one of St. Louis's local restaurants, located near Washington University in St. Louis. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local restaurant doing its thing in St. Louis. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Washington University in St. Louis.

5942 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63112+1 (314) 282-0051Website
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Wasabi Sushi Bar

Restaurants

Wasabi Sushi Bar brings a restaurant to St. Louis, Missouri, just steps from Washington University in St. Louis. Like a lot of small businesses around Washington University in St. Louis, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like St. Louis depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around St. Louis. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

16 South Central Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105+1 (314) 721-9970Website
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West End Wok

Restaurants

West End Wok keeps things simple: a restaurant doing its own thing in St. Louis, a short walk from Washington University in St. Louis. Around Washington University in St. Louis, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up St. Louis's everyday scene. Washington University in St. Louis students and St. Louis residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like St. Louis is finding places like this on your own.

4577 Laclede Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108+1 (314) 361-2233Website