Shabby dive bar-meets-swanky martini joint at this South City standard.
(314) 226-1428
5213 Chippewa St
(Brannon Avenue)
St. Louis,
MN
63109
38.592
-90.2796
Neighborhood: Northampton
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In Short – Famous Bar is an anomaly: half blue-collar, half silver spoon. This crusty hole-in-the-wall manages to attract an eclectic assortment of revelers each weekend. The long, dark bar opens up at the back to accommodate additional seating and pool tables, but it's standing-room-only when a band is performing. Bloody mary lovers, be sure to check out the extensive list that includes the Caesar, made with fresh clam juice and Cajun spice.
Wonderful local bar with delicious bloody mary's!
by lindzei
This is one of my new favorite bars in St. Louis. It is kind of small but they have a new back room with couches and tables which is great. The Bloody Mary?s are amazing... best I've ever had. The atmosphere is relaxed, the people are fun, and it is very clean. I love the bartenders because they are fast, friendly, and know their stuff.... and their stuff is GOOD. Go here.
- Pros: Atmospere, staff, drinks
- Cons: Smokey
Great bartenders, Fantastic martinis, Cigar friendly
by wickedbrew
The Famous Bar is one of those overlooked, forgotten holes in the wall where an adult can go for a drink early after work, unwind to a delicious Bombay Sapphire martini, smoke a good cigar, and listen to some great music selected by the bartenders - blues, jazz, etc. before the young trendy crowd comes in and takes over. I highly recommend Steve the bartender make your drink. He has made it into an artform, and in a drink style of culinary perfecto, something delicious and smooth. This is an old school bar with a feel of a 1930's movie, and not an in your face 'ooh look at me' kind of drink haunt. Afternoons 3pm to approx 6pm on weekdays are quiet with a few regulars and some new faces, but overall it IS the best place in St Louis for martinis, AND sinfully wonderful bloody marys. Non-smokers beware however, it can get cloudy towards the evening. This is a good smoker's bar. Service is impeccable and prompt, and parking can be problematic if you arrive too late. For unwinding after work, there is no substitute for the Famous Bar.
- Pros: bartenders, martinis, cigar friendly, afternoon quiet
- Cons: none if you are a smoker and go early
Really great
by hutch1225
This place really is pretty good for most purposes. I would stay away in the late morning but other than that I would recommend it!
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Know Before You Go:
This is a smoker's paradise; if you're not a fan of smelling like an ashtray when you leave, make alternate plans.
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
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