Ah yes, it’s Monday once again and you find yourself scratching your head, wondering which of your favorite spots are actually open today. Let us do what we do best and handle the curating for you with this list of great restaurants that are open today and every Monday.
Rosé by Peno
This swanky Lafayette Square wine bar with an Italian-Mediterranean-inspired menu and charming patio is the perfect spot to hit when a glass of wine starts calling your name by end-of-day Monday – no judgment from us. 1463 S. 18th St., St. Louis, 314.405.8500, rosestl.com
Eat Crow
Eat Crow, the Soulard sister bar to Maplewood’s Crow’s Nest, is the perfect chill spot to order a few cold beers and a comforting bowl of loaded mac ‘n’ cheese – our favorite is the Hot Honey Mac with fried hot honey chicken, gorgonzola and a drizzle of ranch. 1931 S. 12th St., St. Louis, 314.934.1400, eatcrowstl.com
Bar K
Although they remain unburdened by the concept of a work week, our pups still deserve a happy hour here and there. Post up at this two-acre, fully staffed dog park bar and restaurant seven days a week. 4565 McRee Ave., St. Louis, 314.530.9990, barkdogbar.com/locations/st-louis-mo
Turmeric
Turmeric offers a modern take on Southern Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisine in a beautiful, moody spot with a full bar in the Delmar Loop. Crispy cauliflower Manchurian bezule tossed in a sweet-and-spicy chile sauce is a must-order. 6679 Delmar Blvd., University City, 314.899.9995, turmericstl.com
Olympia Kebob House and Taverna
If you’ve never been to this Greek stalwart before, the first thing you’re going to hear about is the flaming cheese, or saganaki. Your friends will say you’ve got to order it, and they’ll be correct. 1543 McCausland Ave., St. Louis, 314.781.1299, olympiakebobandtavern.com
Tree House
Looking for a vegan option dials Monday restaurant hunting up to hard mode. Tree House on South Grand is there when you need them for lunch or dinner with dishes ranging from vegan katsu cutlet sandwiches to wild mushroom-stuffed ravioli. 3177 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, 314.696.2100, treehousestl.com
DD Mau
The vermicelli bowl at DD Mau is the perfect fresh, light and flavorful weeknight meal. It comes with rice noodles, crisp vegetables, an egg roll and your choice of protein. We’re partial to the beef, even the vegan beef, which is hearty and satisfying. Choose your preferred sauce to dress the whole thing the way you like it; we recommend the Spicy DD, a creamy sauce with a kick. Multiple locations, ddmaustl.com
Yen Ching Yen Ching has been a gold standard for classic Chinese-American comfort food in Brentwood since 1974. If the couch is calling your name after a long day, swing through for your reliable to-go order and don’t forget the hot-and-sour soup. 1012 S. Brentwood Blvd., Richmond Heights, 314.721.7507, 569dine.com/order/restaurant/yen-ching-menu/4768
Beast Craft BBQ Co.
If barbecue is what you’re craving, cut to the chase and head to one of the best smokehouses around. The drive to Belleville is worth it for St. Louis residents, especially if you make it in time to snag one of those famous 1.5-inch thick pork steaks. 20 S. Belt W., Belleville, Illinois, 618.257.9000, beastcraftbbq.com
Bud’s Pizza & Beer Bud’s Pizza & Beer, the new restaurant and bar from the team behind The Golden Hoosier on South Kingshighway Boulevard in Northampton, is the perfect spot to post up in a cushy booth and order a slice and pint with friends. 3805 S. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, 314.256.1266, budspizzabeer.com
Sam’s Steakhouse
This South County gem calls out to us whenever we’re craving a well-executed, grilled-to-order cut of meat and the endearing throw-back vibes are a godsend when special occasions fall on a Monday. The filets are our go-to, leaving room for more of Sam’s classic steakhouse hits like their perfect wedge salad. 10205 Gravois Road, St. Louis, 314.849.3033, samssteakhouse.com
Diner’s Delight
Since opening in 1969, the Houston family has served customer favorites like Salisbury steak and an original fried chicken recipe that has never changed. Other winners include hard-fried wings, with sauces ranging from a spicy honey glaze to straight-ahead Buffalo, and a tasty peach cobbler. 1504 S. Compton Ave., St. Louis, 314.776.9570, sites.google.com/view/dinersdelight
This article appears in August 2024.