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From a coastal stunner in Lafayette Square to a moody speakeasy, a new fine-dining escape in Washington, and a sunny Mediterranean caf\u00e9 in Kirkwood, these four spots are giving us plenty of reasons to get out and explore the St. Louis area. Here\u2019s where to eat and drink right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Extra Wavy \/\/ Credit:<\/span> photo by Lauren Healey<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Extra Wavy<\/strong>
From the team behind Yellowbelly and Lazy Tiger, Extra Wavy makes a splash in Lafayette Square with a coastal-inspired menu, perfectly made cocktails, and a space that feels like vacation meets date night. The newest On Point Hospitality concept transforms the historic Centennial Malt House into a lush, tropical escape with green and coral tones, layered textures and plenty of charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seafood takes center stage here, but the creativity stretches well beyond the raw bar. The lobster donut<\/strong> \u2013 a crisp sweet potato and molasses donut filled with chilled North African\u2013spiced lobster salad \u2013 is a showstopper. Pork belly skewers<\/strong> melt in your mouth with a tangy glaze, and the fried polenta<\/strong> with zucchini and currant pepper jam is an unexpected hit. Even the fries<\/strong> impress, dusted with salt-and-vinegar powder that lends just a hint of tang without overwhelming the senses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinks are every bit as dialed in as the food. The Skinny Dipper<\/strong>, a coconutty rum-and-Aperol cocktail, is refreshing with a touch of effervescence, while the Harmony Circus <\/strong>offers a fun, lightly salted riff on a strawberry Negroni. Confetti Cowboy<\/strong>, a complex and velvety amaretto sour, is another winner. (Let\u2019s be real: They\u2019re probably all winners.) Don\u2019t skip dessert either: the pistachio praline ice cream, made in-house, is rich but perfectly balanced.
2017 Chouteau Ave., St. Louis, <\/em>extrawavystl.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prohibition<\/strong>
Tucked inside the historic Centennial Malt House, Prohibition is the kind of speakeasy that makes you forget what time it is \u2013 in the best way. The moody bar is surprisingly spacious and feels cinematic with high ceilings, stone walls, gold frames, and flickering light that flatters everyone in the room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cocktails deliver on both craft and character. Liquid Gold <\/strong>\u2013 a velvety whiskey sour with a silky foam topper \u2013 lives up to its name, while Poetic Legs<\/strong>, tropical and bright, hits all the right notes. The Jungle Bird<\/strong> is as classic and balanced as they come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Era-appropriate music hums through the space, the lighting is just right, and the overall vibe is immaculate. Prohibition shares its 19th-century building with Extra Wavy, making it the perfect companion stop: ideal for a pre-dinner drink if your table isn\u2019t ready, or a nightcap afterward (our preferred move). Either way, once you find the secret entrance, you\u2019ll want to linger.
2017 Chouteau Ave., St. Louis, <\/em>stlprohibition.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mangia Bella \/\/ Credit:<\/span> photo courtesy of Mangia Bella<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mangia Bella<\/strong>
Housed in the historic Elijah McLean mansion in Washington, Missouri, Mangia Bella (\u201ceat beautifully\u201d) brings a new fine-dining destination to Franklin County. The 1839 Southern Colonial-style estate offers a striking backdrop for dinner or drinks, with elegant chandeliers, antique mirrors, and multiple dining rooms that make it easy to spread out and settle in for the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The menu leans classic with comforting standbys done well. The garlic steak bites<\/strong> are tender and flavorful, and the bruschetta is a standout starter. You can also go lighter with a soup-and-salad combo; the cranberry-orange salad<\/strong>, with its bright dressing and crunchy pecans, was the table favorite. French onion soup<\/strong> hits the spot too, even if it didn\u2019t deliver the dramatic cheese pull we hoped for. We also enjoyed the French dip<\/strong>, though we realized after the fact that it is satisfying enough on its own to not need the giardineira we added. To drink, the raspberry mojito<\/strong> is on the sweet side but undeniably refreshing. Overall, Mangia Bella isn\u2019t reinventing the wheel, but it\u2019s delivering solid, satisfying dishes in one of the most atmospheric dining settings around.
600 W. Front St., Washington, <\/em>mangiabellamo.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caf\u00e9 Amalia<\/strong>
Caf\u00e9 Amalia in Kirkwood offers a warm, Mediterranean-inspired dining experience rooted in Greek hospitality. During our visit, we tried a few items from the rotating lunch menu. The salad<\/strong> is fresh and light, with a nice mix of sweet elements, though we longed for a crunchy component. The tartine<\/strong> is tangy and flavorful, with fresh tomatoes and basil, but it was a bit messy and best eaten with the provided golden fork. Coffees were good, with the fall iced coffee<\/strong> packing plenty of fall flavors without the sweetness so often present in an autumnal latte. We wish we had gotten there in time to try the breakfast menu too, which looks promising.
10907 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, <\/em>amaliaculinaryart.com <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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