THE PREMIER LGBTQ+ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
ST. LOUIS Vol. 3
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
04 ABOUT GUIDE 06 RESTAURANT SCHEDULE 08 EVENTS GUIDE 14 BAR ORGS & ATTRACTIONS 16 LGBTQ+ DIRECTORY 20 BUSINESS
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ABOUT LGBTQ+ St. Louis The Gateway City is also a gay-friendly destination marked by diverse neighborhoods, eye-catching architecture and local charm. St. Louis has a thriving LGBTQ+ community and a rich history worth getting to know, spread out across the city’s many vibrant neighborhoods. It probably isn’t possible to fit it all into a single weekend, but it might be fun to try. For bar-hopping, The Grove neighborhood, centered around Manchester Avenue, is the city’s undisputed crown jewel. The South Grand neighborhood houses a whole world of ethnic restaurants. On nearby Spring Avenue, you can enjoy drag and cabaret events most nights! With so much to see and do, St. Louis is a gem worth getting to know and explore!
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Avenue Sophisticated New American cuisine, from brunch entrees to bar bites. 12 N Meramec Ave, St. Louis, MO
Little Fox Cozy, brick-lined restaurant offering seasonal small plates & hearty mains, plus cocktails & wine. 2800 Shenandoah Ave, St. Louis, MO
Bastille Hearty fare, nothing-fancy menu, booths and sidewalk tables. 1027 Russell Blvd, St. Louis, MO
MoKaBe’s Coffeehouse Colorful shop for beverages & American eats three meals a day in a casual, laptop-friendly setting. 3606 Arsenal St, St. Louis, MO
Blueberry Hill Longtime pop culture–themed diner with late hours offering American fare. 6504 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO
Nudo House Creve Coeur Noodle specialist supplying hot bowls, cold appetizers & housemade soft serve in a modern space. 11423 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO
Broadway Oyster Bar Down-home hangout featuring Cajun classics plus nightly live music. 736 S Broadway St, St. Louis, MO Chava’s Mexican Restaurant Buzzy operation serving burritos, tacos & other classics, plus margaritas. 925 Geyer Ave #3921, St. Louis, MO
Olive + Oak Creative American classics & cocktails are featured at this intimate joint with a warm ambiance. 216 W Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO
Chiang Mai Thai restaurant serving dishes with flavors of the country’s northern region. 8158 Big Bend Blvd, Webster Groves, MO
PuraVegan Kitchen Vegan venue with organic & gluten-free products, a juice bar, a yoga studio & cooking classes. 307 Belt Ave, St. Louis, MO
China Bistro A modest food court tucked inside a sprawling Asian grocery store that serves unparalleled Chinese fare. 14246 Manchester Rd, Manchester, MO
Soulard Farmers Market Open since 1838, selling fresh and organic produce, cheese, baked goods, flowers, meat and fish, famous donuts and snack foods. 730 Carroll St, St. Louis, MO
El Toluco Taqueria & Grocery An authentic Mexican restaurant and Hispanic marketplace. 14234 Manchester Rd, Manchester, MO
BBQ Saloon Restaurant/bar offering BBQ eats & a variety of whiskey options in relaxed, industrial digs. 4900 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO
Eleven Eleven Mississippi Celebrated bistro for Californian cuisine with a wine emphasis. 1111 Mississippi Ave, St. Louis, MO
Vicia Sleek eatery for local, seasonal cuisine highlighting vegetables & sustainably raised meats. 4260 Forest Park Ave, St. Louis, MO
Herbie’s French-inspired American dishes. 8100 Maryland Ave, Clayton, MO
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EVENTS SCH E D ULE NOVEMBER
DEC 7
THE GARAGE AT HELIUM: STLGBTQ
NOV 9-19
ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
StLGBTQ brings some of the region’s funniest LGBTQ+ comedians together for a night of jokes with queer folks. Featuring Charlie Meyers, Curtis D. Davis, Tiel Pearce, and Ella Fritts. Hosted by Paul Cereghino. And a special headliner set from KC comic Moneisha Williams. For more info visit: st-louis. heliumcomedy.com/shows/241817
This year marks the 32nd Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival. The festival showcases cuttingedge features and shorts from around the world, many of which will receive their only exposure in St. Louis. For more info visit: cinemastlouis.org/sliff/festival-home
NOV 14-26
JANUARY
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. For more info visit: fabulousfox.com/events/detail/tina
JAN 5
FIRST FRIDAYS IN GRAND CENTER ARTS DISTRICT On the first Friday of every month, museums and galleries in the Grand Center Arts District are free and open until 9pm. Discover the remarkable array of visual arts in St. Louis’s premier neighborhood for arts and culture while enjoying cocktails, conversation, and entertainment. Stick around for after party events, dinner or a show! For more info visit: grandcenter.org/firstfridays
NOV 17-30
STEINBERG SKATING RINK IN FOREST PARK
Big outdoor ice rink with features like a fire pit, an indoor/outdoor cafe & festive night lighting. For more info visit: steinbergrink.com
JAN 19-21
JAGGED LITTLE PILL
Joy, love, heartache, strength, wisdom, catharsis, LIFE — everything we’ve been waiting to see in a Broadway show — is here in the exhilarating, fearless new musical based on Alanis Morissette’s world-changing music. For more info visit: fabulousfox.com/ events/detail/jagged-little-pill
DECEMBER DEC 1-31
GARDEN GLOW AT MO BOTANICAL GARDENS
Celebrate the season with over one million dazzling lights, fun new experiences and traditional favorites! Enjoy s’mores, festive drinks, and great photo opportunities that will delight all ages! For more info visit: missouribotanicalgarden.org
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EVENTS SCH E D ULE FEBRUARY
worked with Leleux on Big Easy Queens has taken the directorial helm and promises to take the Golden Girls to places they’ve never been. Don’t miss out on your chance to see the eleganza extravaganza that is Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue! For more info visit: tinyurl.com/53m4bz76
FEB 14-16
DRUMS & DANCES OF AFRICA
These one-hour performances feature some of St. Louis’ top musicians and educators as well as several nationally acclaimed artists. Students are given the opportunity for a Q&A session with artists at the end of each performance. Teacher handbooks, which include additional educational material and follow-up activities, will be provided to guide teachers for each concert. For more info visit: thesheldon.org/ events/drums-dances-of-africa
APRIL APR 17
LUCIANA SOUZA & TRIO CORRENTE
Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, in the late sixties, she grew up in a family of Bossa Nova innovators - her father, a singer and songwriter, her mother, a poet and lyricist. Luciana’s work as a performer transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles, offering solid roots in jazz, sophisticated lineage in world music, and an enlightened approach to new music. As a leader, Luciana Souza has been releasing acclaimed recordings since 2002 - including six Grammynominated records. For more info visit: my.jazzstl.org/1940
MARCH MAR 12
OLIVIA RODRIGO: GUTS WORLD TOUR
Disney star turned Grammy-winning pop star Olivia Rodrigo is heading on a massive 2024 tour! Titled ‘Guts World Tour’ this brand new trek will have support from The Breeders, Chappell Roan, Remi Wolf and Pinkpantheress. Rodrigo’s screen-to-stage transition has gone very well indeed, with already earning SEVEN Grammy nominations, winning three, despite only starting out her musical career in 2020! For more info visit: oliviarodrigo.com/tour
APR 30
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. For more info visit: fabulousfox.com/ events/detail/moulin-rouge
MAR 12
GOLDEN GIRLS THE LAUGHS CONTINUE
Blanche, Dorothy, Rose, and Sophia return as you’ve never seen them before, this time they’re unfiltered and in drag, and there’s even a special cheesecake. Follow the bold seniors as they embark on their post-show journeys as written by Robert Leleux, creator of the campy horror movie Big Easy Queens. Eric Swanson, who
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BAR GU ID E Bar:PM Neighborhood gay bar. 7109 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO
Just John NightClub All-Inclusive, 7 days a week. 4112 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO
Bastille Unique bar with a Mardi Gras atmosphere. 1027 Russell Blvd, St. Louis, MO
Keypers Piano Bar Regular piano performances & sing-alongs. 2280 Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO
Grey Fox Pub Neighborhood gay bar. 3503 S Spring Ave, St. Louis, MO
Prism Cocktail and drag bar. 4510 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO
HandleBar Quirky, bike-themed bar. 4127 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO
Rehab Bar & Grill Casual gay nightspot with regular drag shows. 4054 Chouteau Ave, St. Louis, MO
Hummel’s Pub Neighborhood bar with drag shows and entertainment. 7101 S Broadway St, St. Louis, MO
Shark Bar Retro Surf. Retro Dance. Retro Cool. 601 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO
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LGBTQ+ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Metro Trans Umbrella Group Diligently working to create a more inclusive and supportive community in Saint Louis. stlmetrotrans.org 3133 Oregon Ave, St. Louis, MO
ACLU of Missouri Defending the rights to equality, liberty, and justice for all missourians. aclu-mo.org Camp Indigo Point A residential summer camp for youth entering grades 2nd-11th. We are located just outside of St. Louis, MO. Camp Indigo Point seeks to provide LGBTQ+ youth the chance to experience a community of peers in a fun, exuberant, affirming environment. campindigopoint.org
PFLAG Working so all people who are LGBTQ+ are not only valued by society, but take pride in and value themselves. pflagstl.org Pride St. Louis Working to raise understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals in our community. pridestl.org
GLAD Through strategic litigation, public policy advocacy, and education, GLAD works nationally to create a just society free of discrimination based on gender identity and expression, HIV status, and sexual orientation. glad.org
PROMO A Missouri statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy and lobbying nonprofit organization. promoonline.org St. Louis LGBT History Project Preserving and promoting the diverse and dynamic history of the LGBTQIA+ community of Greater St. Louis. stlouislgbthistory.com
Growing American Youth Supporting St. Louis LGBTQ+ YOUTH since 1979. 600 N Euclid Ave, St. Louis, MO
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY AIR CONDITIONING Anton’s Air Conditioning & Heating..... 9
HVAC Anton’s Air Conditioning & Heating..... 9
BOXING Box STL..................................................... 5
JEWELRY Lordos Diamonds West........................ 15
BUSINESS SERVICES My Email Service..................................... 5
MEDICARE COUNSELING Missouri SHIP........................ Front Cover, 1
CLASS ACTION Holland Law Firm LLC............................. 3
NON PROFIT Missouri SHIP........................ Front Cover, 1 Red Cross........................ Front Inside Cover,
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION Holland Law Firm LLC............................. 3
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WEIGHT LOSS Freedom Weight Loss............................. 9
DENTIST Sunset Tower Family Dentistry...... 18-19
WEIGHT LOSS CLINIC Freedom Weight Loss............................. 9
FITNESS Box STL..................................................... 5
WORKERS COMP The Petraborg Law Firm......................... 7
HEATING Anton’s Air Conditioning & Heating..... 9
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