Blueberry Hill
After hitting some balls at Metcalfe Park, keep the games going with a round of darts at Blueberry Hill. This St. Louis Loop landmark is an explosion of pop culture. Beatles items, "Simpsons" toys and Chuck Berry memorabilia dot the walls of the casual burger joint. Sports fans can catch the Cardinals game on one of the big TVs, while music lovers check out the band in the Duck Room. If you're into people-watching, outdoor seating is available. Blueberry Hill serves food daily from 11 a.m. to midnight; prices for most dishes are under $10, as of 2009.
Blueberry Hill
6504 Delmar Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63130
(314) 727-4444
www.blueberryhill.com
Cunetto House of Pasta
The Hill boasts some of St. Louis' best Italian restaurants and is about a mile by bike trail from the Missouri Botanical Garden. One of the Hill's much-loved establishments is Cunetto House of Pasta. Since the 1970s, locals and out-of-towners have packed Cunetto's, hungry for favorites such as toasted ravioli and Cunetto's famous salad. Prices as of 2009 are reasonable, usually under $20. Cunetto's, which is closed on Sundays, only takes reservations for lunch. So if you're going for dinner, it's best to get there when doors reopen at 5 p.m. While Cunetto's doesn't require formal dress, you may feel out of place in bike shorts and a T-shirt.
Cunetto House of Pasta
5453 Magnolia Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63139
(314) 781-1135
www.cunetto.com
Hodak's Restaurant & Bar
After a meal at Hodak's, sign up for a Benton Park walking tour to burn off the calories you've just consumed. It's no wonder the "Riverfront Times" listed easy-going Hodak's as 2009's "Best Place to Get Fatter." Deep-fried dishes---including Hodak's signature "Golden Fried Chicken" platter---have ruled the roost since the 1960s, and are all under $10 as of 2009.
Hodak's Restaurant & Bar
2100 Gravois Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63104
(314) 776-7292
www.hodaks.com
Joey B's on the Landing
This restaurant at Laclede's Landing is within walking distance of Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Park and the Gateway Arch. The Mississippi River Bike Trail is also right there. So after you've explored the riverfront by bike or by foot, Joey B's pizza will be waiting. The restaurant is open seven days a week, serving food until it closes at 3 a.m. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sit outside during the day, or enjoy live entertainment at night. Prices as of 2009 are under $10.
Joey B's on the Landing
710 N. Second St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314) 621-9570
www.joeybsonthelanding.com
Syberg's on Gravois
The Syberg's restaurants---there are three in St. Louis---cook up some of the best wings in town with a secret sauce that brings many patrons back for more. The Syberg's on Gravois is the oldest of them, just a short distance west of the River Des Peres bike trail. Syberg's also offers thin-crust pizza and shark chunks. Go for lunch or dinner (entree prices in 2009 go up to about $20), or watch the game with your favorite beer. You can also sit out front during nice weather. Syberg's is usually crowded and has many regular customers. Dress is casual, but Cubs attire might get you some odd looks.
Syberg's
7802 Gravois Road
St. Louis, MO 63123
(314) 832-3560
www.sybergs.net
