20 of the Most Beautiful Bars in St. Louis

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill
5226 Shaw Ave.
St. Louis, Mo. 63110

A true St. Louis classic, nothing is quite like a stop at Charlie Gitto's. A great atmosphere meets great food at this gem on the Hill. Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.

801 Chophouse
137 Carondelet Plaza
Clayton, Mo. 63105

Take a trip back to 1920s New York with dark wood, tall ceilings and shiny fixtures. From the brilliant bar to the golden bull by the dining area, there's plenty to catch the eye at 801 Chophouse. Photo by Sara Graham.

Fox and Hounds Tavern at the Cheshire
6300 Clayton Rd.
St. Louis, Mo. 63117

Can you say cozy? Grab a drink and curl up by the fire at this pub made to look like a room in an English home. Enjoy the ambiance right here in Clayton -- it's much cheaper than a plane ticket to London. RFT photo.

Three Sixty
1 S. Broadway
St. Louis, Mo. 63102

Modern-chic is the name of the game at Three Sixty, with a sweeping view of the city, trendy decor, an illuminated bar -- and is that fire we see over there? Photo by Debbie Frank.

Element
1419 Carroll St.
St. Louis, Mo. 63104

Lighting can make or break ambiance, and Element does it right. Add exposed brick, a wood-topped bar and a stellar view of downtown, and you have all the ingredients for a lovely setting. Photo by Brian Hardesty.

Grand Hall at St. Louis Union Station
1820 Market Street
St. Louis, Mo. 63103

The hotel at Union Station already makes us feel like we're in a castle, but have you checked out the lobby and lounge? It's not just any ordinary hotel bar -- you'll have arching ceilings and art deco decor along with your drinks. Photo courtesy of Instagram / vidadevero.

Bridge Tap House & Wine Bar
1004 Locust St.
St. Louis, Mo. 63101

You'll want a branch chandelier for your own home after an evening basking in the glory that is Bridge Tap House and Wine Bar. Photo by Jess Dewes.

Olio
1634 Tower Grove Ave.
St. Louis, Mo. 63110

Who knew you could feel like royalty in a place that previously held a gas station? Get ready for drinks in ritzy glassware with vintage trays at Olio. Marble counters and modern lighting decorate the beautiful space -- and believe it or not, the original garage door and windows are still there, too. Photo by Philip Hu.

Bar Les Freres
7637 Wydown Blvd.
Clayton, Mo. 63105

It's difficult to top French decor when it comes to elegance. Marble tables, dazzling chandeliers, red walls -- Bar Les Freres has it all. Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.

Planter's House
1000 Mississippi Ave.
St. Louis, Mo. 63104

The main bar at Planter's House, Ted Kilgore's Lafayette Square watering hole, is lovely, but we're even more fond of the room tucked away a few steps up and to the side of the main dining area. Dark, cozy and sexy, it would set the mood even without Kilgore's killer cocktails. Photo by Greg Rannells.

The Libertine
7927 Forsyth Blvd.
Clayton, Mo. 63105

Pull yourself away from the deliciousness on your plate to look up -- the Libertine is every bit as beautiful as its food is wonderful. Photo by Robby Travis.

DeMun Oyster Bar
740 De Mun Ave.
Clayton, Mo. 63105

Those mirrors! That bar! Yes, even the floor! (It was imported from France, FYI.) Be swept away to Paris when you enter the beautiful DeMun Oyster Bar. Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.

Vin de Set
2017 Chouteau Ave.
St. Louis, Mo. 63103

If you're not totally sidetracked by the rooftop's view, take a seat at the gorgeous bar and admire the statue of King Louis IX that towers behind it. It's a replica of the original one that stands in front of the St. Louis Art Museum. RFT photo.

Público
6679 Delmar Blvd.
University City, Mo. 63130

Mike Randolph's Latin-themed restaurant was recently a semi-finalist for a James Beard Award, but it's not only great food on offer here. Check out those cooler-than-life lights hanging from the ceiling. Take in the art, the bar, the inspired food...what could be better? Photo courtesy of Público.

Brasilia
3212 S Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, Mo. 63118

If you're in serious need of a vacation, Brasilia is the place to go. The music, the hammocks, the mural of Christ the Redeemer and more will make you feel like you've been whisked away to the beach. Photo by Cheryl Baehr.

Basso
7036 Clayton Ave.
St. Louis, Mo. 63117

Basements have never looked this good. That's right, Basso is located in the lower level of the Cheshire -- and it's a delightful place to go for Italian gastropub fare. Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.

Small Batch
3001 Locust St.
St. Louis, Mo. 63103

Another restaurant in the Dave Bailey empire, Small Batch is a whiskey lover's dream. Even if you're not a fan of the hard liquor, you'll have plenty of handmade pasta and elegant surroundings to enjoy. Photo by Jennifer Silverberg.

Boundary
6300 Clayton Rd.
St. Louis, Mo. 63117

Also at the Cheshire is Boundary, which is in the space that used to house the Restaurant at the Cheshire. One look at those lights, those booths, that fireplace and the extensive bar, and you understand why it made the list. Photo courtesy of Boundary.

The Preston
212 Kingshighway Blvd.
St. Louis, Mo. 63108

Every bit as elegant as the hotel it resides in, the Preston is a beautiful spot to kick back at the Chase Park Plaza. You can get class for a reasonable price as well, with none of the dishes costing more than $20. Photo courtesy of the Preston.