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Matt and Jess Longueville, the dynamic duo behind STL Barkeep, are bringing their signature approach to hospitality to Webster Groves with the opening of Off Elm on Friday, Nov. 29. Located at 8709 Big Bend Blvd., this new cocktail bar is the second brick-and-mortar venture for the pair, following the success of The Vandy just outside the Grove in Forest Park Southeast.

Off Elm blends sophistication with approachability, offering guests a cozy yet refined space to unwind. Designed by Brian Leenig, the interior combines the charm of Webster Groves with mid-century modern influences, featuring seating for 16 at the bar, 20 at low-top tables, and an additional 16 at two communal tables in the near future. The result is an intimate yet inviting environment perfect for connecting with friends or enjoying a quality drink by yourself.

Beverage director Pat Gioia, who brings years of expertise from his time at The Block and The Vandy, has curated a menu of classic and specialty cocktails crafted with premium ingredients. From timeless favorites to innovative seasonal creations, every drink is meticulously prepared to delight cocktail enthusiasts and casual sippers alike.

The food menu, designed to pair seamlessly with the bar’s offerings, leans into top-quality seafood, with highlights like tinned fish, creamy dips, charcuterie boards and other seasonal small bites. The menu is intentionally crafted to elevate the cocktail experience, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

“As our company grows, we are excited to expand into Webster Groves,” said Matt Longueville. “We are excited to be in the neighborhood. Everyone has been very welcoming.”

Off Elm is poised to become a neighborhood favorite for pre- and post-dinner drinks, offering an upscale yet relaxed vibe that feels right at home in Webster Groves. Starting Nov. 29, Off Elm will be open from 4 to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 4 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. Happy Hour will be Tuesday to Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. and will feature a separate cocktail menu that’ll feature classic cocktails. Guests are encouraged to use the waitlist via Toast.

Off Elm is located at 8709 Big Bend Blvd. in Webster Groves. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
The food menu features small bites such as pimento dip, crab dip, charcuterie, cheese and giardiniera. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Old-Fashioned with Knob Creek Sib Bourbon, demerara and bitters. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Bee’s Knee’s with gin, honey and lemon. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Measured Violet is a play on a last word style cocktail with 1220 Violet Gin, Cocchi Rosa Vermouth, Boomsma Cloosterbitter,and lemon juice. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Something Bubbly is a gin-based cocktail with Empress indigo gin, Chareau aloe liqueur, elder flower liqueur, prosecco and lemon juice. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Off Elm features classic and specialty cocktails crafted with premium ingredients. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
The cheese plate features a variety of offerings. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Charcuterie includes cured meats from local purveyor Farm Spirit. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Giardiniera includes lightly fermented marinated veggies. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Crab Dip is made with old bay, sesame and Ritz Crackers. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
Off Elm offerings everything from timeless favorites to innovative seasonal creations. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
There are 20 low-top seats that guests can sign up for the waitlist via Toast. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde
The bar sits 16 and takes walk-ins. Credit: photo by Braden Tewolde

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