In this episode of Arch Eats, George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr pick their favorite romantic restaurants, just in time for Valentine's Day. Get their recommendations, including old-school classics and contemporary options, all the way down to the specific table. (See table number information below.) They also share their itineraries for a special day out with a significant other, including top picks for all three meals. Discover which neighborhood Cheryl dubs "Romance Row." Plus, learn about Valentine's Day specials and edible gifts for your lover (because what says "romance" like a chicken tender bouquet)? The episode concludes with a microrant about to-go boxes and a simple way to fix the problem. As George notes, "Romance knows no season," so check out these top romantic and cozy restaurants any time of year. Listen, follow, and review Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Tony's Family Farms
• Napoli restaurants: multiple locations
• Tony’s: 105 Carondelet Plz, Clayton, 314-231-7007. 
• The Crossing: 7823 Forsyth, Clayton, 314-721-7375.
• Westchester: 127 Chesterfield Towne, Chesterfield, 636-778-0635.
• Olive + Oak: 216 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-736-1370.
• Twisted Tree Steakhouse: 10701 Watson, Sunset Hills, 314-394-3366
• Sidney Street Café: 2000 Sidney, Benton Park, 314-771-5777 (table # 30).
• Paul Manno’s Restaurant: 75 Forum Shop Ctr, Chesterfield, 314-878-1274 (corner booth #13)
• Bailey’s Chocolate Bar: 1915 Park, Lafayette Square, 314-241-8100 (Bar: leather chair deuce #321 and love seat #312 | Dining Room: large love seat #414) and POP: (far corner end of banquette #12)
• Brass Bar: 4584 Laclede, CWE, 314-454-0600
• Annie Gunn’s: 16806 Chesterfield Airport, Chesterfield, 636- 532-7684 (fireplace tables #15 and 16 or small snug #6)
• Brasserie by Niche: 4580 Laclede, CWE, 314-454-0600.
• akar: 7641 Wydown, Clayton, 314-553-9914. 
• Bistro La Floraison: 7637 Wydown, Clayton, 314-725-8880.
• Mainlander: 8 S. Euclid, CWE, no phone
• Wright's Tavern: 7624 Wydown, CWE, 314-390-1466.
• Grace Meat + Three: 4270 Manchester, The Grove, 314-533-2700.
• Songbird: 4476 Chouteau, The Grove, 314-781-4344.
• Asador Del Sur: 7322 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-802-8587.
• Idol Wolf: 1528 Locust, Downtown West, 314-325-0360.
• Ivy Café: 14 N. Meramec, Clayton, 314-776-9377.
• Bowood by Niche: 4605 Olive, CWE, 314-454-6868.
• Bar Moro: 7610 Wydown, Clayton, 314-932-1088.

You may also enjoy these SLM articles:

• • A Valentine's Day guide to St. Louis restaurants
  • The top romantic and cozy restaurants in St. Louis
  • Ask George: Are heart-shaped pizzas still popular for Valentine’s Day?

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