Formerly Bacaro, the downstairs room at Noto is transitioning to an Alpine-leaning food and beverage menu. This month, the rotating N/A menu includes Sage & Blackberry (Seedlip 108, blackberry, sage simple, lemon, and mint) and Spiced Hot Toddy (Seedlip Spice 94, Bombay Chai, cardamom, cinnamon, and lemon, served warm). All mocktails are $12 and hours are Wed-Sat from 4 -10 p.m. 5105 Westwood, Suite A, St. Peters, Mo, 636-244-0874.
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Try this: Alpine Elixir (pine tea-infused N/A gin, Ricola, honey, orange, lemon, caramel)
Melinda Cooper, Niche Food Group’s beverage and bar director, is responsible for curating the non-alcoholic drinks across the local hospitality powerhouse’s properties. At Bowood, guests can choose from a hefty selection of boozeless beverages, including a trio of cocktails made with BARE zero-proof. 4605 Olive. 314-454-6868.
Try this: Blackberry 75 (N/A gin, N/A sparkling wine, blackberry, lemon)
In addition to the standard cocktails offered in the restaurant and at neighboring Brass Bar, Brasserie offers a handful of mocktails. Two cocktails in particular, the Pamplemule and Sour Cherry Mule, feature ginger beer. The spicy complexity of the ginger will make you forget there’s no booze included. 4580 Laclede. 314-454-0600.
Try this: Pamplemule (lime juice, simple syrup, ginger beer, grapefruit juice)
Pink bar, cozy quilted bar stools, an indoor marquee, and zero-proof cocktails are great when you want to dance the night away on a glittering dance floor. 3118 Locust.
Try this: Nah-Hito (fresh lime juice, citrus mint simple syrup, sparkling water)
One of the metro area’s most notable new eateries, Idol Wolf, located inside of 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, serves tapas and other Spanish specialties in a decadent space. They also offer rotating N/A options to pair with your meal for the perfect wintertime combo. 1528 Locust. 314-325-0360.
Try this: Fever Dreams (pineapple, N/A aperitif, lemon, orgeat, free tree tonic, sprinkle of chorizo dust, sage)
The creativity that has made chef-owner Nick Bognar’s Botanical Heights hot spot one of the leaders on the local dining scene extends to the drink menu. indo’s mixologists can make any of their standard cocktails spirit-free–just look for N/A label on the cocktail menu. 1641D Tower Grove. 314-899-9333.
Upon walking into City Foundry’s Dining Hall, guests are greeted by the sight of a large bar that serves as the center point for drinks. The good news is that there are several non-alcoholic options to be found at Kitchen Bar, including cocktails. You’ll be able to find a drink to match menu items from whichever of the many restaurants you choose to order. 3730 Foundry Way.
Try this: On Call (Excel R-Pep, Kaldi’s cold brew, splash of lemon)
In addition to nonalcoholic beers by WellBeing Brewing and Athletic Brewing Co., this Clayton eatery offers a trio of cocktails that are both tasty and made so that anyone can enjoy a sip. Available mocktails include drinks made with either zero-proof gin or sparkling wine. Popular current options include the N/A Spritz and the N/A Call Me Old Fashioned, and the Nogroni. 7734 Forsyth. 314-862-6603.
Try this: N’Dontcha (BARE zero-proof gin, blood orange cordial, Limonata)
It’s hard to top the selection found on the expansive drink menu at this St. Louis institution, where knowledgeable bartenders mix exquisite versions of the classics as well as creative drinks unique to the restaurant. Planter’s House also makes mocktails with equal skill and finesse. 1000 Mississippi. 314-696-2603.
Try this: NA Negroni (Feragaia Free Spirit, Giffard NA Aperitif, Moll’s NA Vermouth)
The constantly updated drink menu at this bar in The Grove means every trip is sure to be unique. Co-owners Meredith Barry and Tony Saputo use their expertise in mixology to create fun, lively cocktails that are as gorgeous as they are tasty. Have a little fun with the Jelly of The Month Club, a frozen treat with spiced blackberry tea, Ritual rum alternative, hibiscus, rooibos tea, elderberry, currant, and lemon, or opt for a rotating selection of Confluence’s kombucha, FreeSpace CBD seltzers, and Liquid Death seltzers. 4501 Manchester. 314-448-1622.
Try this: Flibbertygibbety (BARE zero-proof tequila, Sobreo Star anise, bitter lemon, coffee reduction, lemon)
Pops’s serves more than 30 non-alcoholic canned options, and also has several zero-proof spirits and bitters behind the bar. Available brands include WellBeing, Cheerz, Mighty Kind, Lyre’s, Pathfinder, All The Bitter cocktail bitters, and Athletic Brewing. 5249 Pattison. 314-776-4200.
The beverage menu at this Central West End gastropub can hold its own with the best in town. In addition to the nearly two dozen boozy cocktails available at the bar, Retreat’s mocktail menu covers all the bases. You’ll find sparkling wine, CBD seltzer, zero-alcohol beer, and, of course, a handful of spirit-free cocktails. 6 N. Sarah. 314-261-4497.
Try this: Jungle Birdie (Giffard n/a apertif, pineapple, lime, sugar)
This cozy neighborhood bar near Tower Grove Park has a well-earned reputation for crafting great cocktails. The backyard courtyard is also a great place for sipping a drink in the warmer months. If you’re looking for non-alcoholic mixed drinks, the Royale has a handful of choices based on classic cocktails. 3132 S. Kingshighway. 314-772-3600.
Try this: Functioning Bastard (BARE zero-proof gin, ginger beer, mint, Angostura bitters, ice)
Salve opened as the successor to Cafe Natasha, an institution on the South Grand dining scene. Like its predecessor, Salve continues to offer a robust selection of cocktails and wines curated by the neighboring Gin Room. The restaurant also serves a variety of non-alcoholic drinks that feature all of the taste of a traditional cocktail, minus the booze. 3200 S. Grand. 314-771-3411.
Try this: Spice Up Your Life (BARE zero-proof gin, french gentian cordial, Giffard almond orgeat, cinnamon, fresh orange, lemon juice)
Come for one of the most distinctive date night experiences in St. Louis. Stay for a drink or two, while choosing from a varied selection of mocktails, non-alcoholic beers, and more. Specialty mocktails include the Fatale Mule (Ferm Fatale Kombucha, ginger beer, lime cranberry cordial) and the Razz But No Tazz (BARE zero-proof gin, raspberry syrup, lemon, yogurt, Angustora.) To gain access, find the password on Instagram. 1009 Olive.
Try this: Fauxrita (BARE zero-proof tequila, lemon, simple syrup, orange)
Opening near the Grove in early 2023, The Vandy quickly became a must-visit stop for cocktail aficionados and put equal thought and care into the N/A beverage menu, which includes a dealcoholized chardonnay and riesling. Pat Gioia and his staff will even teach a class on making N/A or Low/A cocktails.
Try this: Crimson Gimlet (BARE zero-proof gin, dealcoholized burnt red wine syrup, fresh lime juice, guar gum) 1301 S. Vandeventer.
This vegetable-forward restaurant offers a one-of-a-kind, thoughtfully executed dining experience at its location in Cortex. Vicia also leans into the spirit-free trend, expanding its selection of non-alcoholic beverages to be offered year-round. Options include mocktails, wines, and beers. 4260 Forest Park. 314-553-9239.
Try this: Garden Toddy (n/a bourbon, opal basil, green shiso, spearmint, marigold, honey, lemon)
This buzzy spot in the Central West End features a drink menu full of creative cocktails to please a variety of tastes. That extends to the non-alcoholic offerings, which focus on fruity, flavorful mocktails made with a range of fun ingredients. 4659 Lindell.
Try this: Belly Bump (coconut, pineapple, ginger, turmeric, lime)
