Platypus

Platypus is a gem of a spot that perfectly blends great food, strong cocktails, and a consistently electric music scene. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual bite or staying for the late-night energy, it’s the kind of place that delivers every time. The bartenders are clearly passionate about their craft putting in real work behind the bar to mix up quality cocktails. One standout is Dani, whose energy and genuine warmth are a breath of fresh air. She adds a personal touch that makes the experience feel welcoming and memorable. With a rotating lineup of fire DJs, live bands, and curated shows, there’s always something exciting happening. Platypus has become a go-to spot for good vibes, great drinks, and even better people. Definitely worth checking out.

The platypus as a restaurant is like the platypus as an animal...an eclectic collection of parts that shouldn’t go together but work so well. Nestled in the Grove is the most approachable cocktail bar with great bartenders. Surrounded by touch tunes in the early hours and djs later in the evening the music is always popping from country western classics, 90’s hip hop, and a splash of EDM. If you’re looking for a spot where you can consistently go for a great drink but never have the same experience twice, this is your jam

We tried almost everything on the menu! Popcorn chicken, Brussels sprouts, fried tofu, and fries. Also all of the sauces!!! Listen, if you’re looking for a casual and great food spot come here. Just a heads up that the main bar strictly sells the cocktails and drinks, you’ll have to go to the other room to access the window to order food. Do yourself a favor and get ALL of the sauces!

This is a place you have to experience for yourself! The artwork, stickers, funky decor, & arcade games are so fun! The stage is really nice, with a window overlooking the Grove sign. (Profesional lighting & sound engineer onsite.) The staff here take the cake though, everyone was extremely nice & go above and beyond! My personal favorite is the Eat Duck Bill restaurant located inside. They have CELIAC SAFE wonderful gluten-free food options that are delicious! They also served the gluten-free food on a separate tray when bringing out the dishes. I could eat here everyday. (Great vegan options as well.)

Experience was pleasant, and I enjoyed that their food space was vegetarian. The cauliflower is not specifically to my taste. But the fries and sweet chili sauce really hit the spot. Having two different spaces set up in different ways varied the vibe. Their third space was reserved for private event. Off in the smaller side room I enjoy the experience more when the large speaker overhead was off. However I also understand that's part of what some people are looking for in the atmosphere

Went here for the first time a couple of weeks ago for a date night with my girlfriend. Drinks that we got were exceptional compared to what we usually get in the city. Lots of different kinds of folks in the bar and there was even a rap show going on in the back. We went back and checked it out for an hour or so and had a blast.

Another great destination in the Grove! The mural outside of their building is beautiful. The space is eclectic with 3 separate places to eat, including a patio. We chose to hang out inside and enjoy some Chooch's chicken nuggets and fries. I really could've shared the fries since they were so large. I prefer skinny fries myself, but the chicken was fantastic! I opted for the small chicken and it was plenty. The sauces were fresh too; I loved the ranch. The staff came out and talked with us and were genuinely curious about our opinions on the food. We even talked about our favorites in St. Louis. I recommend this fun spot with your friends!

Deceptive! At first blush, I felt like I was walking into my favorite college dive bar, but that’s where the similarities ended. The cocktails and food quality are absolutely elevated, and our bartender performed assassin-like precision making complicated drinks. Glad to know a new place!