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Saturday night was girls night out spent at the Landing (a popular hot spot containing several bars, clubs and restaurants) in St. Louis where we checked out a few places. I thought I would share with you my experiences to give you the low down on the popular St. Louis fare which may guide your future excursions or at least let you know what to expect if you decide to go!
To start the night off, we checked out a new bar on the Landing called Skybox Sports Bar and Grill. At 10pm on a Saturday night, it was relatively quiet compared to its counterparts that we passed along the way that were overcrowded and very loud. The ambiance was calm and cool upon entrance, feeling much like a chic bar where VIPs hang out, offering several separate areas, each lovely and cozy, to explore. Indeed, this classy bar was created by VIPs, specifically Nelly, Marshall Faulk, Larry Hughes, and Darius Miles in February of this year. One would never know it was a sports-themed bar created by people who loves sports (unless perhaps on a night of a big game) because its décor is simple, classy and elegant. That is not to say it is lacking in any elements. Skybox is equipped with over 70 HD TVs, stylish servers and a cigar room. It is a great lounge to hang out with friends offering a comfortable atmosphere to talk, chill, and eat before going out to the more rambunctious clubs. The downside is that the menu is pricey. A modest cosmopolitan was $9.00 and anything other than the appetizers (or “warm-ups” as they are called by the sporty creators) will quickly enter the $20 range. However, this bar is one of my new favorites, offering a quieter place for those exploring the Landing. It is a good place to chill and recharge before going out to the hot dance clubs! If you want to check it out, it is on 800 N. Third Street.
Next stop was Morgan Street Brewery, a popular hot spot on the Landing. It seems an integral part of the Landing experience although it was only built in 1995. Actually, it is historic for another reason; it is one of the oldest buildings on the Landing, built over 120 years ago. Morgan Street Brewery’s claim to fame was its creation by a married couple, Steve and Vicki Owings who brews their own beer, including the popular Honey Wheat, Irish Stout and Vienna, the newest addition to the brewery. The first floor comprises the microbrewery and the top two floors hold bars and a large dance floor. If dancing is not your thing, there are pool tables and shuffle boards for use. There is also outdoor seating creating a café-style area for dining. Although this establishment is very large and accommodates many people, it gets very crowded. By 11pm, people were almost shoulder to shoulder at every floor to accommodate the patrons. I consider this bar one of the best for dancing. The DJ plays a variety of music that is loud but not eardrum-shattering and the dance floor is large. Morgan Street Brewery is located at 721 North Second Street.
Lastly (actually before going back to Skybox!), we tried Big Daddy’s Bar and Restaurant. But, don’t let the name fool you. Big Daddy’s is mostly a bar for drinking, with limited bar food to offer. They are known for their dance floor and patio that gets extremely busy and crowded. To our group, the staff was rude, irritable and pushy but that may be because the place was so crowded with many drunk and rowdy people (although we were not!). This seems to be a mediocre bar with the basics to offer. For my taste, it was overcrowded and soon we headed back to Skybox. If you want a wild and crazy night, Big Daddy’s should be on your list of stops. Big Daddy’s is located at 1000 Sidney St.
Overall, it was a fun and exhausting night on the Landing. Since I turned 21 recently, checking out bars and clubs are now my friends thing to do, and I will continue to review and discuss the places we see! Please feel free to offer your opinion on the above-mentioned places or any of your favorite hot spots!
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