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Spend a solo day in St. Louis
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items I love spending my alone time out exploring the city, whether it’s a new cafe, local shop, or activity, there’s so much to do by yourself!
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Restaurants
Local bites that are perfect for a solo date or grab and go.
Up Late is your late night crave spot! Open from 8pm - 4am, they serve all your favorite munchy foods: tacos, breakfast sandwiches, donuts and weekly special items! The owner, Nathan, is such a cool guy and the cooks really put a lot of love into the...
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LeGrand’s is no Subway, trust me. They make all of their sandwiches fresh and fast with fresh and quality ingredients (you can tell). Try one off their menu or create your own. While you’re there, check out their meat selection and try a gooey butter...
LeGrand's Market & Catering | Family Owned & Operated since 1987
Stew’s is great if you love a bar scene but you’re too overwhelmed with the large crowds. They also serve the best Asian-American style foods; the cucumber salad is a must try! Specialty drinks and a dark, moody atmosphere makes for a perfect solo da...
Stews Food & Liquor | cocktails and asian fusion in Soulard | 1862 South 10th Street, St. Louis, MO, USA
My go-to coffee and tea spot! It being only 1 minute away from my house makes it all the better. Grab a to go drink or stay in and enjoy your coffee in a cute, aesthetic mug. This is also the perfect study spot as there’s many spaces and charging por...
Pipers Tea and Coffee
Latte Lounge has two locations; make sure you’re going to the one on Washington Ave if you’re in St. Louis City! The perfect Instagram picture lies here. A beautiful atmosphere with great coffee options and a selection of foods. Try the latte flight ...
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They have 3 locations: Kirkwood, Clayton and Creve Coeur. The BEST salads in STL hands down.
Locations - Crushed Red
The Foundry is a large food haul located over by IKEA here in St. Louis. The parking is great as they do have a free parking garage available. Browse their multiple food options; burgers, Asian American, chicken n waffles, ice cream and so much more.
Home
THE ramen spot with the line out the door. It’s worth the wait. Just trust me on this one.
Menya Rui
A St. Louis staple. Creamy and delectable ice cream with a huge line every night. They always have an outdoor line moving QUICK with heaters up front for cold months. Must try!
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
A St. Louis staple. The thin crust cooked perfectly and crunchy, our signature sauce which is savory and sweet, paired with the perfect melted cheese. Leftovers are just as yummy.
Home - Imo's Pizza
Shopping
My go-to thrift spots and local shops to spend your time (and money 😉).
My favorite thrift store in St. Louis! It’s very large with many sections to choose from whether you’re looking for new cookware or home decor, appliances, clothing or decor they have it all! We love to donate our items here, they give you a coupon e...
Thrift Store & Donation Center in Crestwood, MO 63126 | Savers
They offer trendy and well kept clothing options for all body types. I consider this more high end but affordable because they do offer clean, well kept name brand items like UGG, Calvin Klein, and diamond jewelry.
Clothes Mentor St. Louis SoCo, Mo
Chic, minimal, upscale vintage is what this thrift store is giving. Located on Cherokee street in south St. Louis, stop by for a peek. You’ll always find something to take home.
Your Friend's Apartment
The St. Vincent De Paul is a great place to donate or thrift for household items and appliances, even clothes and furniture! We’ve thrifted our dining room table set here, along with all of our holiday decor.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul | St. Louis, Missouri
The best and most well kept mall in St. Louis is the Galleria. Their food court is large and clean with many options and they offer many different shops and stores. I enjoy window shopping here sometimes to kill time!
Saint Louis Galleria
MoModerne is a vintage design store located over by The Foundry and IKEA here in St. Louis. The owner has an eye for design and you can tell when you enter. Browse her furniture or decor items, wall art and trinkets.
MoModerne Design Shop
Coach, Louis Vuitton, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lulu Lemon, Neiman Marcus and so much more high quality, upscale fashion is right here at the Frontenac Plaza. Find your favorite fine dining as well!
Plaza Frontenac
Things to do
Easy to access places in St. Louis that offer a nice solo experience.
The Only Facial has multiple locations across the city and offer an 11 step facial with no add ons or tipping! The perfect place to go for a relaxing hour. Address skincare needs and relax with a one hour treatment based on you and your skincare need...
University City | The Only Facial
Walter Knoll did my wedding florals and bouquet PERFECTLY and affordably! They offer you the option of coming in just to create your own custom bouquet as well! This would be a great solo date idea to get yourself something sweet. A great decor idea ...
St. Louis Flower Delivery | Walter Knoll Florist St. Louis MO - Same Day
Note, there are multiple locations to choose from if one is closer to you, go there! Each location offers a wide variety of books to check out after receiving your library card. They also offer computers for research and studying, games and movies!
St. Louis Public Library
A one hour stretch and workout perfect for beginners as well! Take their intro class to get a feel for the machine and your body. I always feel so relieved, relaxed, and ready for the day after my class!
Studio Ivanhoe - St. Louis, MO Pilates Studio
The botanical gardens is the best place to spend your alone time because it’s beautifully laid out, there’s so much to read about the plants and flowers, and a gift shop with amazing trinkets. The parking is easy to access, free, and close to the bui...
Missouri Botanical Garden
Our favorite movie spot! They offer relaxing recliners and a wide variety of food and drink options. Heck, stop by the bar before your movie time to grab an adult beverage! The perfect solo date spot is here. Check out their list of movies and times ...
Ronnie's Cinema + IMAX St. Louis, MO - Marcus Theatres
The St. Louis art museum is home to hundreds of wall art pieces, historic artifacts, china, and so much more. They change out their first floor showings every few months and offer a basement level of showings as well. Perfect for a solo date!
Saint Louis Art Museum
Free admission for everyone! Spend your entire day searching for new animals, find new breeds, or catch a show! You’ll find snacks and drinks along the way.
Saint Louis Zoo
Find outstanding views of the city up inside our Gateway Arch! I never get sick of doing this. You’ll find historical information inside the museum before heading up into the arch itself, about four people per car, and you stop at the top for a few m...
Buy Tickets | Gateway Arch
This is a drive through park where you stay inside your vehicle at all times, for safety. You get amazing views of the woods with elk roaming the car side. They don’t bother you and are beautiful in person. Always fun to take the kids here! Park benc...
Lone Elk Park
The perfect place for kids! Travel by tram through the park viewing all different animals until you reach the inside park, where you will find goat feedings, carousel, and more exotic animals! Adults get two free beers with purchase and you’ll find s...
Home - The Grant’s Farm Experience | St. Louis, MO
My favorite place as a child AND an adult. Explore your creative and wild side as you climb through tunnels, walkways, slides, and more! Art sessions, circus shows, outdoor activities (plus a rooftop deck). Adults will find their theme nights to be m...
City Museum | Weirdly Wonderful | Tickets and Memberships
See a live show at The Fabulous Fox off Grand Blvd. These shows are always worth your money, and treats are fairly priced.
The Fabulous Fox Theatre