Eleanor & Alexander
Things To Do
Gateway Arch National Park
Of course, a must see!
Saint Louis Zoo
One of the top 10 zoos in the US, and free to the public!
City Museum
Alex's favorite attraction in St. Louis.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Japanese garden, geodesic dome conservatory, and Chilhuly glass exhibits!
Saint Louis Art Museum
Another great museum with free admission! We had a picnic here the first summer Alex came to Saint Louis.
Union Station
Former train station that was converted to an entertainment center. Attractions: The Saint Louis Wheel, Carousel, Mini-Golf, Soda Fountain, Aquarium.
Castlewood State Park
A great place to go hiking with scenic overlooks, right next to the Pierson's house!
The London Tea Room
Ellie's favorite place in St. Louis (and maybe the world)!
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
The BEST place for frozen custard (which is Alex's favorite thing about STL).
Nathaniel Reid Bakery
Voted one of the best bakeries in the south.
Faraci Pizza
The Pierson's favorite place for St. Louis style pizza and toasted ravs.
Dewey's Pizza
The Pierson's favorite pizza of all time.
Super Smokers BBQ + Cajun - Eureka
The BEST BBQ!
Sugarfire Smoke House
Awesome "re-invented" BBQ.
Blues City Deli
Awesome deli, cranking out St. Louis’ Finest Po-Boy’s and Muffuletta’s. Sometimes they have live blues music!
Union Loafers Café and Bread Bakery
Delicious bakery and lunch spot.
Carl's Drive-In
Old-style burgers, Ellie's parents hangout spot in high school.
Hi-Pointe Drive-In
Rated the best burgers in STL.
A Little Hi - by Hi-Pointe Drive-In
Another location for the best burgers in STL.
Addie's Thai House
A Pierson Family favorite!
Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria – Town and Country
Family-owned modern artisan Italian kitchen and bar.
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant- Town and Country
Wine tastings and a nice meal.
Napoli 2
Delicious family-owned restaurant.
Olive + Oak
Unique and fun family owned restaurant.
Annie Gunn's Restaurant
One of the most respected food and wine emporiums in the country. Dinner reservations are typically needed.
Root Food + Wine
The "best" meal Alex has ever had. Rustic boutique farm to table restaurant with a beautiful drive to get there!
Chandler Hill Vineyards
Beautiful vineyard and restaurant.