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Central West End

One hundred years ago it used to simply be the City West End but
the little town on the Mississippi has since gone barreling for the
new frontiers of Ladue and Chesterfield and left the Central West
End, now one of the city’s oldest and classiest areas, in its
wake.

Whether it’s early morning breakfast and coffee you’re seeking,
a light lunch on a sunlit patio or an evening of hearty food and
spirits the West End’s many restaurants are sure to fit your
bill.

Dressel’s (419 N. Euclid, 361-1060), located just north of the
bustle at Euclid and McPhearson, features Felinfoel Welsh ales , a
relaxed patio and an interior sure to please all your intellectual
friends–adorned with trinkets from the lives and works of some of
Europe’s greatest poets and musicians. Just around the corner
Llywelyn’s Pub (4747 McPherson, 361-3003) specializes in serving
Celtic food and a variety of domestic and imported beers on
tap–enjoy them in the bar or on the patio.

Duff’s (392 N. Euclid, 361-0522) offers world cuisine at the
CWE’s premier outdoor dining setting. The Silk Road (510 Euclid,
367-9370) is the home of the first Chinese buffet in St. Louis and
specializes in Mongolian and Hunan cuisine.

For the best omelets and French Toast in the city, make sure to
sample Kopperman’s Deli (386 N. Euclid, 361-0100), open by 7:30
every morning and serving breakfast all day. Make sure to return
for lunch and chow down on their delicious kosher-style
sandwiches.

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Culpepper’s (300 N. Euclid, 361-2828) has been a Central West
End favorite since 1935. It’s the home of famous spicy chicken
wings. Tom’s Bar and Grill (20 S. Euclid, 367-4900) is on the
corner of Euclid and Forest Park Parkway–the burgers are juicy and
the atmosphere is laid back.

The Majestic (4900 Laclede, 361-2011) boasts the most casual
patio at the south end of Euclid–along with cheap pitchers and
Greek food.

Across the street Wildflower (4590 Laclede, 367-9888) also
offers outdoor dining, with a wide variety of lunch and dinner
entrees. Just to the north is St. Louis’ best-kept secret in sushi
and specialty teas, Cha Yoon Elixir Tea Bar (4. N. Euclid,
367-2209), offers moderately priced fare and a wide selection of
healthy teas–served hot or iced. Just next door is Little Saigon
(10 N. Euclid, 361-8881)–light Vietnamese food and a pinch of
elegance make this the perfect spot for your health-conscious
date.

At Euclid and Maryland, in the heart of the West End, good
coffee is easy to find. Coffee Cartel (2 Maryland Plaza, 454- 0000)
is one of the area’s most popular cafes, but be sure to prepare
yourself for all manner of hipsters and trendies–this coffee
house’s central location attracts some of the area’s most
pretentious. Open 24 hours a day, Coffee Cartel is perfect for
late-night coffee and ice cream treats.

If the philosophizing, chain-smoking crowd is more your speed
(and you prefer your coffee in a soupbowl-mug, The Grind (56
Maryland Plaza, 454-0202) is for you. Open until 3 a.m. this
caf� attracts the West End’s most vicious pool sharks, along
with a healthy smattering of SLU and Wash. U. students.

The Central West End is not only a good spot to grab a bite to
eat, but it is also the place to enjoy art, architecture and
antiques. Elliot Smith Contemporary Art (4727 McPherson, 361-4800)
is St. Louis’ largest and most beautiful private art gallery.
Elliot Smith shows important regional and national artists in
six-week rotating exhibitions.

Macro Sun (308 N. Euclid, 361-0054) is a gallery of exotic
imported goods from Asia. You will find everything from sitars and
gold Buddhas to jewelry and authentic clothing.

Left Bank Books (399 N. Euclid, 367-6731) is a full-service
bookstore with an adequate selection of new and used items. It’s
one of the last independently owned bookstores in city, complete
with a small art gallery that showcases local work. The host of
dozens of guest authors each season, Left Bank will out-order your
chain bookstore of choice any day of the week.

To wrap up an evening in the West End visit Frozen Assets (8 S.
Euclid, 361-6222). It features 50 to 60 flavors, including more
types of vanilla than you can count on one hand.

At Euclid and Maryland, in the heart of the West End, good
coffee is easy to find. Coffee Cartel (2 Maryland Plaza, 454- 0000)
is one of the area’s most popular cafes, but be sure to prepare
yourself for all manner of hipsters and trendies–this coffee
house’s central location attracts some of the area’s most
pretentious. Open 24 hours a day, Coffee Cartel is perfect for
late-night coffee and ice cream treats.

If the philosophizing, chain-smoking crowd is more your speed
(and you prefer your coffee in a soupbowl-mug, The Grind (56
Maryland Plaza, 454-0202) is for you. Open until 3 a.m. this
caf� attracts the West End’s most vicious pool sharks, along
with a healthy smattering of SLU and Wash. U. students.

The Central West End is not only a good spot to grab a bite to
eat, but it is also the place to enjoy art, architecture and
antiques. Elliot Smith Contemporary Art (4727 McPherson, 361-4800)
is St. Louis’ largest and most beautiful private art gallery.
Elliot Smith shows important regional and national artists in
six-week rotating exhibitions.

Macro Sun (308 N. Euclid, 361-0054) is a gallery of exotic
imported goods from Asia. You will find everything from sitars and
gold Buddhas to jewelry and authentic clothing.

Left Bank Books (399 N. Euclid, 367-6731) is a full-service
bookstore with an adequate selection of new and used items. It’s
one of the last independently owned bookstores in city, complete
with a small art gallery that showcases local work. The host of
dozens of guest authors each season, Left Bank will out-order your
chain bookstore of choice any day of the week.

To wrap up an evening in the West End visit Frozen Assets (8 S.
Euclid, 361-6222). It features 50 to 60 flavors, including more
types of vanilla than you can count on one hand.

-Andrew Ivers

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