Family restaurant info needed

NNTP-Posting-Date: Thu, 3 Apr 2003 15:13:40 +0000 (UTC) Xref: usenet.INS.cwru.edu stl.dining:1680

Asif wrote:

> Hi. I see a lot of insightful people here so I'll ask: Could someone
> please provide some info on any St. Louis family oriented restaurants.
> I am taking my Aunt and my Mom to dinner this friday and would like to
> take them to a place where they can enjoy a beautiful view  of the
> city and fine dining. I am new to St. Louis so I'd appreciatte any
> help. The price range should be about the same as Applebeas or could
> be a bit higher.

The best view of downtown from a restaurant, IMHO, is from Harry's at 21st and Market:

http://www.harrysrestaurantandbar.com/Graphics/p_02.jpg

Their web page (obviously):

http://www.harrysrestaurantandbar.com

Definitely pricier than Applebee's, but much better food, and a lot quieter.

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Asif wrote:
> Hi. I see a lot of insightful people here so I'll ask: Could someone
> please provide some info on any St. Louis family oriented restaurants.
> I am taking my Aunt and my Mom to dinner this friday and would like to
> take them to a place where they can enjoy a beautiful view  of the
> city and fine dining. I am new to St. Louis so I'd appreciatte any
> help. The price range should be about the same as Applebeas or could
> be a bit higher.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Asif

Wow, that's not much of a challenge - fine dining, city view, and modest pricing.  Some thoughts come to mind as meeting some, if not all of your criteria.

The Schlafly St. Louis Brewery TapRoom in the near west end, 2100 Locust, is a possible.  The India Palace, at I-70 and Lindbergh, gives a good view of the airport, is reasonably priced, and has excellent Indian food.  There are some spots at Laclede's Landing that might work - Old Sphagetti House, etc. But most of the sites with great views charge for the privelege.