Adobe Red's

Since the last dinner got canceled, we're trying again for this Monday.

Adobe Reds
3108 Olive Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314)678-7999
http://www.adobereds.com/

Three Kings Public House

Three Kings occupies the space formerly held by Riddle's Penultimate (RIP) and has gotten some positive press since their recent opening. Please join us on Monday as we check it out!

Three Kings Public House
6307 Delmar
University City, MO 63130
(314)721-3355
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Three-Kings-Public-House/189018611109816

Rosalita's Cantina

Billing itself as the one and only Tex-Mex restaurant on the Washington Avenue strip, Rosalita's serves up tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and all of the other preparations of Tex-Mex food you're familiar with as well as a special tableside preparation of guacamole. Does anyone want to split that?

Rosalita's Cantina
1235 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314)621-2700
http://rosalitascantina.com/

Modesto Tapas Bar & Restaurant

Since we skipped this past Monday, we're going to go out next Thursday for a special Dinner Club: this year's Dining Out For Life (http://www.diningoutforlife.com/stlouis). We have 8 spots available, first-come, first-served (that means no maybes or "I'll try to make it this week"), for 7:30 pm at:

Modesto Tapas Bar & Restaurant
5257 Shaw Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314)772-8272
http://www.modestotapas.com/

H2 Horseshoe House

What's a Horseshoe? It's a dish native to Springfield, IL: toast topped with meat, then fries, then cheese sauce. Horseshoe house promises to serve you the meal of your dreams as long as you're dreaming of a Horseshoe (chicken, turkey burger, mushroom, steak, hamburger, shrimp, fish and chips, and veggie burgers are options, though they do have a few other selections for those not ready to hoof down a Horseshoe).

H2 Horseshoe House
6100 Delmar Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63112
(314)862-6700
http://h2horseshoehouse.com/

Raj's Rasoi

We haven't been to an Indian or vegetarian restaurant in ages, so that's where we're headed this Monday. As a bonus for those who like food, Raj's Rasoi won RFT's Best Vegetarian Restaurant in 2008. How can we possibly go wrong with Raj?

Raj's Rasoi
2286 McKelvey Rd.
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314)576-6666
http://www.rajs-rasoi.com/

We've set our clocks an hour ahead, and that means dinner's moving forward to 7:30 pm.

The Bleeding Deacon Public House

Nestled between Simple Pleasures Boutique and private residences, The Bleeding Deacon "elevates bar food" (RFT, http://bit.ly/gF4jpQ). Delicious and strange twists on the usual are the norm here - like their curly dog and lemon-coriander hummus.

The Bleeding Deacon Public House
4123 Chippewa
St. Louis MO, 63116
(314)772-1813

City Diner

This is the original City Diner location, and they serve up traditional and non-traditional diner fare. Shakes, malts, and fries make appearances alongside a Cuban sandwich and eggplant parmesan. Join us as we head to this S. Grand institution!

City Diner
3139 S. Grand
St. Louis, MO 63118
(314)772-6100
http://www.saucemagazine.com/citydiner/

Al Waha Restaurant & Hookah Lounge

The last time we visited this space almost a full year ago, it was Sameem Afghan Restaurant - and, as we were informed at the time, was destined to become Al Waha. The transformation has been complete for a while, so we're going back to try out the only Bedouin cuisine you can get in the Midwest (according to the owners, anyway).

Al Waha Restaurant & Hookah Lounge
3191 S. Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63118
(314)664-3940
http://alwahastl.com/

Monarch Restaurant & Wine Bar

Monarch's food as prepared by chef Josh Galliano is, in a word, amazing. If you've never been, treat yourself to a trip with our group. We'll be dining in the bistro section (which has cheaper fare), but that doesn't mean that you're restricted to just that menu. Before you reserve a spot with us - and we encourage you to do so ASAP - take a look at this article about what Monarch is doing: http://bit.ly/gJ8p4C

We're switching things up this coming week - first, we're going out on Tuesday the 18th rather than Monday, and second, we're going a place a little pricier than normal:

Monarch Restaurant & Wine Bar
7401 Manchester Rd.
Maplewood, MO 63143
(314)644-3995
http://www.monarchrestaurant.com

Pi

I know that many of you have been requesting Pi, and Monday is Bryan Puskar's birthday and he really wants to go there to celebrate. Thus, it is so!

Pi (CWE location)
400 N. Euclid
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314)367-4300
http://www.restaurantpi.com/

Central Cafe and Bakery

Central Cafe and Bakery "brings the exciting flavors of Lebanon to the Central West End" and serves appetizers, salads, entrees, breads, and desserts. This Monday, they're even offering 20% off on falafel!

Central Cafe and Bakery
331 N. Euclid
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314)875-0657
http://www.centralcafestl.com/

O! Wing Plus

O! Wing Plus defies proper punctuation and has salads and wraps in addition to chicken wings in 9 different sauces. The Song family adds a Korean flair to the ordinary, and their restaurant has recently been reviewed favorably by the esteemed Byron Kerman. Doesn't it sound like a fun place to meet up?

O! Wing Plus
10094 Page Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63132
(314)395-0180
http://owingplus.com/

Lola

Lola took over the space held by Crepes in the City, and they've changed the look and feel dramatically. While you can still get crepes, you can also get escargot, duck, a lobster tail corn dog (say what?), and polenta fries. We'd love for you to join us!

Lola
500 N. 14th St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314)621-7277
http://www.welovelola.com/

Market Grill

Calling the menu at Market Grill eclectic doesn't do it justice. They serve up everything from crepes to bulgogi in a renovated Soulard space. Join us and together let's enjoy food from around the world!

Market Grill
728 Lafayette Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63104
(314)436-7664
http://marketgrill.org

Ginger Bistro

Remember the Blockbuster video store in the Loop? Well, it's gone. Ginger Bistro takes its place, "infusing French and North American culinary techniques with time proven recipes from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan and other parts of the Pan Pacific region." In Blockbuster terms, that's combining the Foreign Films section with the Action and Drama, then putting the whole thing in New Releases. Let's just hope the combination doesn't also dabble in Horror.

Ginger Bistro
6665 Delmar Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63130
(314)222-2588
http://www.gingerintheloop.com/

El Agave Mexican Restaurant

How did we pick this week's location? We passed El Agave as we were driving along Watson. We know absolutely nothing about it, save for the fact that they have a sister location in St. Charles. There are no reviews posted anywhere. Curious? Join us!

El Agave Mexican Restaurant
403 Watson Plaza
Crestwood, MO 63126
(314)965-2042

Bridge & Tunnel Pizza

In the heart of the Washington Ave. loft district, B & T Pizza believes that a pizza is all about the quality of its crust. Thus, they make their dough with only four ingredients: unbleached unbromated wheat flour, sea salt, yeast, and water. Let's try it out.

Bridge & Tunnel Pizza
1131 Washington Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314)621-2400
http://www.bntpizza.com/

Cielo Restaurant & Bar

We're skipping dinner this coming week and instead going to Downtown Restaurant Week the following week. For those who are unfamiliar with this special event, you can read all about it on their web site, http://www.downtownrestaurantweek.net/. Essentially, it's a chance to go to a nice restaurant, have several courses, and support a good cause for $25. We've done it for many years now. We'll be going to Cielo, located at the Four Seasons, on Monday, August 23, at 6:00 pm. We've already made a reservation and unfortunately we have a limited number of seats, so please let us know ASAP if you'll be able to join. If we are unable to accomodate you, we'll be sure to let you know.

Cielo Restaurant & Bar
located within The Four Seasons Hotel
999 N. 2nd St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314)881.5800
http://www.fourseasons.com/stlouis/dining/

Addie's Thai House

We haven't had Thai food for a while, and it's time to rectify that. Addie's occupies the space formerly held by Thai Buree (in a strip mall on the NE corner of the intersection of 141 and Olive Blvd) and all of the reviews I've read are glowing. Let's find out how good it is, shall we?

Addie's Thai House
13441 Olive Blvd.
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314)469-1660
http://www.addiesthaihouse.com/