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With the announcement of the upcoming closing of Bad Dog Bar and Grill, many have been left wondering what’s the next step for the establishment near the corner of Vandeventer and Chouteau. Just recently, owners Chad Fox and Jimmy Weckmann of Rehab Bar and Grill have decided to take over the venue, and continue the bar’s success in The Grove area. Plans for the new establishment seem promising, with a new name and some novel ideas for the St. Louis scene. Weckmann spoke out about what he has planned for the bar, and new ideas he has for the LGBT scene in St. Louis as a whole. Things are going pretty well at Rehab these days. With a big New Year’s Eve party coming up and new things brewing for the upcoming year, owners Chad Fox and Jimmy Weckmann have some new exciting things up their sleeves. “We are going to be starting to bring in some Burlesque,” Weckmann says. “We’re trying some new performers, exciting games and more charity stuff for 2015 that we are working with. We’re excited for it to take off some more.” And it will, undoubtedly, take off- starting January 5, Weckmann, Fox and the team at Rehab will be taking over Bad Dog Bar & Grill, renaming it “Bomber’s Hideaway.” A grand opening is set for sometime in March. The name alludes to fact that it is somewhat “tucked in” behind the White Castle on the corner of Chouteau and Vandeventer. rehab2 “Here’s the thing: Rehab is a small place,” Weckmann explains. “We’re one of the smallest places of the bars out there. We’re wanting more space, more chances to grow, to do bigger things that we can’t do here. At Rehab, we have to use our patio, which is our main source of getting tons of people in. In winter months, you can’t do that. Down there, I have a warehouse that I can use full-time, year-round. It has seating, where people can sit down and watch a show. So I can have huge events there at any time at all.”A passing of the reins obviously alerts change that can be perceived in both positive and negative ways. In an outspoken community like St. Louis, the team is ready to give people something new to talk about. “Some of the negative has come back that we just don’t understand the clientele over there,” Weckmann says. “We’ve gotten some of that. We’ve also gotten things about being greedy. It’s not about greed at all. It’s just like, if you don’t have enough space here, why not something bigger?” But overall, the goal is to keep the regular customer base that Bad Dog has maintained, while improving on Rehab’s own clientele to push its success even farther. “There’s not a whole lot of changes, that’s what people will be shocked of,” Weckmann says. “We’re going to introduce things like EDM- we’re going to have a spot for the EDM dance parties that we usually like to have in the summertime. We’re going to start utilizing the 3 a.m. license as well. It’s going to be where we get the DJ’s in and there’s a place to actually dance. Right now, you pretty much just have JJ’s to go dance, so we are offering an alternative of a bigger venue where they can go dance.” bd4 One thing that Weckmann and his team do hope to change is to make the establishment a place where anyone can go and feel welcome and included. “[Bad Dog] is known for focusing on a lot of fetish,” he says. “I’m not really going in that direction. I’m not excluding, meetings and stuff like that are fine, but I’m not including the whole demonstration. I’m kind of getting away from that. I want to make it more of an ‘everybody welcome’ feel. I don’t want people walking in a being like ‘Oh, I’m not a bear’ or ‘I’m not a twink.’ Just like Rehab, I want it to be a melting pot to catch everyone.”They also plan to add more casual aspects to the bar where they have more games and activities for people who aren’t necessarily into a party scene. “Darters, for example, because we have the space,” Weckman says. “Also, the country line dancing that no one is really doing right now. We want to push for new things and are open to suggestions.” Weckmann plans on doing the more lounge cabaret shows at Bomber’s, which don’t really work at Rehab, simply because of different clienteles. In addition, plans for Bomber’s to be a regional go-to spot for events are goals Weckmann and his team have set for the future. “Pageants are going to be our big thing [at Bomber’s Hideaway],” Weckmann says. “We’re actively pursuing every pageant you could possibly think of, because it is a venue with huge dressing rooms, huge stage, it’s got so much potential for these pageants and we can make them one of the best deals ever. A ‘destination spot.’” The big differences between the two bars are that Bomber’s Hideaway is going to be more of an evening spot. More focused on dance, EDM, a regular DJ, country line dancing, sport-type events, dart and pool tournaments. Bomber’s isn’t going to be open during the day. rehab1 “During the day at Rehab, you sit down and you get to know everyone,” Weckmann explains. “They want to know your name as soon as you walk in the door here. The aspects of entertainment are what’s going to be different between the two venues, but I want the same, good feeling at both places. I want to be different from other bars that don’t ask questions and just say ‘Here’s your drink.’”When it comes to the food aspect, although dining does well at Rehab, Weckmann explains that there just is not enough seating as the venue has less of a restaurant-type feel. At Bomber’s, there will be a separate dining area and a bigger kitchen to expand in. Leon Augustus Braxton Jr. will be leasing the kitchen out at Bomber’s while still managing the kitchen at Rehab. “We can do more specials, and as we go on we may be able to open during the day,” Weckmann says. “I look at it as a great partnership that will benefit both of us. What I do in business and what Leon does in food, if it falls together it’s going to be a great place. That’s what I see.” grove2 Concerns are still very present as The Grove continues to grow, and Weckmann looks forward with optimism while addressing potential concerns. “I’d like to see more safety around here, because even the new places, they’re all within walking distance and it’s like being in another little city,” he explains. “That’s why I never try to be number one. I want you to go out and mingle and check it out, and then say ‘I feel more comfortable’ and come back. But I’d like to see more safety to where people don’t have to worry about their cars, and getting hurt.”For the St. Louis LGBT community, Weckmann remains a supporter of his competitors and, as always, a loyal advocate for The Grove neighborhood as evolves. And with a new mixed-use development being built across the street from Rehab, the area is in store for better things and bigger business for all establishments in The Grove. “I don’t see a lot of negativity,” Weckmann continues. “I think the bar owners get along and I try to get along with every single one, and I do. They’re very supportive of me and I’m very supportive of them. I’d like us, if we each have a function, to all support it. Just one time before I die, I’d like for all of us to come together and do this one huge event together. And all of what is made be donated to the same cause. I don’t think it will ever happen, but I think it would be nice.” Whether it’s catering to regular visitors to the area or new-comers in the city, a cohesive and more approachable feel is the ultimate goal. The Grove itself is on the rise, and the LGBT community is only going to be better for it. “Some people come in and say ‘Oh, St. Louis people are so rude,’ and that’s not the case,” Weckmann explains. “We’ll sit and talk with anybody, if you’ll sit and talk with us first. I think St. Louis is hugely welcoming and you can fit in anywhere. Whatever it is, you can fit in our scene.” “If you take the time to say ‘Hi’ and talk to someone, St. Louis will talk your ear off,” Weckmann says in closing. “And we will give you the entire dish and all the dirt. That’s what I love here: we are our own kind of people, and it’s a good kind of people.” V WRITTEN BY KEVIN SCHMIDT FOR THE VITAL VOICE
We are St. Louis! Welcome to your favorite St. Louis grill and bar! We're so glad you have stopped in. We're proud of our homegrown reputation for excellence. You can taste our commitment to quality every time you visit. Year after year, Culpeppers dominates the People's Choice Awards for great food, attentive service and friendly atmosphere. Post-Dispatch readers name Culpeppers among the top ten restaurant and bars. We earn this distinctive reputation everyday. It's what we do best. For over 70 years, Culpeppers has been the place for great food in St. Louis. Back in 1935, the first Culpeppers restaurant opened its doors at the corner of Euclid and Maryland, in the heart of the Central West End. We've been in the hearts of neighborhoods all across the city ever since. More than your neighborhood restaurant, Culpeppers is your neighbor. We're locally owned and operated. We're proud of our place in St. Louis history and proud to feature that history in the photographs on our menu and in the restaurant. They're part of our family album, just as you are part of our extended family. You see, Culpeppers is no giant national chain. We respond to the needs of our neighbors. You won't find us on every street corner in every town in every state. We are St. Louis - We are St. Louisans.
At Thai 202, we serve authentic Thai food in casual sphere. Easy takeout or dine-in are welcome throughout the day. We provide decent food and affordable price to make sure that we will see our customers again. Vegetarian (Veggi/ Tofu) dishes are also available.
The Central Café brings the exciting flavors of Lebanon to the Central West End. Serving a full array of appetizers, salads and entrées, as well as a bakery full of sweet delights and hearty breads, the Central Café is proud to provide the authentic food and legendary hospitality that is the hallmark of Middle Eastern cuisine. Our relaxing atmosphere includes indoor and outdoor seating with hookah available upon request. Hookah Flavors: Apple Double Apple Apricot Banana Cherry Chocolate Coconut Fruit Cocktail Grape Grenadine Guava Honey Jasmin Kiwi Lemon Mango Mint Melon Nectarine Orange Peach Pineapple Plum Pomegranate Rose Strawberry Watermelon Vanilla Starbuzz flavors now available! Blue Mist Tangerine Dream Blackberry Citrus Mint Lebanese Bombshell
Like the vibrant neighborhood surrounding it, Scape is an eclectic blend of classic and contemporary. The inventive American cuisine is set against a backdrop of warmth and sophistication. Scape, which opened in October 2007, is conveniently located in the Central West End’s historic yet hip Maryland Plaza. The atmosphere is sophisticated and the menu is creative yet approachable. Whether enjoying a dinner with colleagues, an after-work cocktail at the bar or an intimate dinner for two, Scape is the place to be! NEW! Check out our sister, ScapeGoat. A new tavern offering small plates, handcrafted cocktails, local beer selections, and more! A casual, fun place for diner to congregate before or after dinner at Scape, or simply to enjoy a night out. Hours are Tu-Sat 4pm-1am and Sunday, 10am-3pm
Our Concept: A combination of different world cuisines with eclectic salads and small plates, ultimately creating a menu with a uniquely fresh accent – enhanced by locally grown and organic produce and a 300-bottle wine list. The space makes a bold statement. From the vibrant décor to the intriguing open kitchen, this 180-seat dining showplace will delight you with artistic culinary creations for breakfast and dinner. The centerpiece of the restaurant is the coveted Chef’s Table. With seats for up to eight guests, it is an intimate venue for enjoying custom meals or five-course tastings. Like the Eau Bistro menu, these tastings are offered on a nightly basis and change regularly. For private gatherings the Wine Room at Eau Bistro accommodates up to 40 guests in gracious style. This space is perfect for dinner meetings, rehearsal dinners and celebrations. Please contact Eau Bistro in regards to booking the Wine Room for your next event! We look forward to welcoming you and your guests to The Bistro!
Located in the historic Chase Park Plaza anchored in the vibrant Central West End, the venue combines cozy/chic design elements with urban vintage charm, all in a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere. The Preston was designed to offer a vibrant, compelling dining experience by catering to the epicurean in all of us. Every aspect of The Preston has been carefully examined and designed to bring that ambition to life. Executive Chef Kyle Lipetzky, Executive Sous Chef Bryan Byard, Chef de Cuisine Collin Smelser, Sous Chef Theron Pajares, and their team of culinary artists channeled their voluminous expertise into an eclectic menu offering, creating their own version of Contemporary American cuisine. The pricing and portions are designed to encourage the guests to order multiple dishes, providing an opportunity to share. In the spirit of a contemporary American restaurant, acclaimed cocktail savants and beverage directors Sasha Alms and Joshua Johnson have designed a beverage program that offers classic & signature crafted cocktails, along with a curated wine list and an intriguing beer selection. The Preston has a special combination of offerings that will surely make your night out one to remember.
The “T-Room” has retained the look and feel of those oh so elegant restaurants of a bygone era – plush and comfortable without being “clubby”. The dining rooms (two down and one up a short flight of stairs) say: “…come and stay a while…”. And why not? With food this good it’s not hard to stay and eat your heart out.” Become a Fan of the Tenderloin Room and get updates on entertainment and specials! Our classic Pepperloin a la Tenderloin is seared to mouthwatering perfection with our famous sauce. For the adventurous diner with a large appetite we proudly present our Cowboy Ribeye, sure to satisfy like no other. Remember, steak remains the specialty, but entrees such as rack of lamb, stuffed filet, and veal chops offer spectacular alternatives to the signature beef.
Clayton, The Loop, Central West End, Grand Center and every place in between, our bikes will get your food there. Open every day 10 am to 10 pm.
"The extensive menu at this popular restaurant-delicatessen features such specialty breakfasts as lox platters, Idaho trout, and corned beef hash, along with blintzes, croissants, French toast and omelets." http://www.10best.com/destinations/missouri/st.-louis/central-west-end/restaurants/koppermans-specialty-food-delicatessen/
At MaryAnn’s Tea Room, we strive to make your visit a dining experience. Our menu was developed by Ben Herbert, through consultation with Stephen Proctor, the Executive Chef at the Fox Theatre.
Our name says it all. We are red-blooded Americans serving authentic modern Mexican food with a twist. We are a handmade taco, small batch craft beer and tequila restaurant in an environment best described as a re-imagined mid-century Baja surf lodge.
Located in St. Louis’ Central West End, Rasoi offers a unique Indian dining experience. From our vibrant colorful ambiance to our mouth-watering signature dishes, Rasoi will bring the many flavors of India to you. Join us in celebrating the flavors of India today! All of our menu items are prepared fresh, from scratch, in our own kitchen every day. We import many spices and ingredients directly from India to bring you a delicious, authentic experience. Try customer favorites like our Chicken Tikka Masala, Tandoori vegetables, and our many vegetarian and vegan options. We also offer fun cocktails and wine for your dining enjoyment. We are unique among other Indian restaurants because we serve North Indian cuisine. South Indian cuisine, and many Indian fusion menu items. And while we are locally owned and operated, our chefs have trained in some of the finest cooking schools and restaurant around the world. Come visit us for our daily lunch buffet, an appetizing evening meal, or book our elephant room for your next event. We also cater all of our delicious menu items to St. Louis and the surrounding areas. Contact us to find out how we can bring the many flavors of India to you. Join us in celebrating the many flavors of India today! Your taste buds will thank you for it.