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Broadway Oyster Bar, St. Louis, MO

Broadway Oyster Bar

4.8 (892)
$30 and under
Seafood
736 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for live music
  • Neighborhood gem
The Broadway Oyster Bar is a locally owned and operated establishment and has been for over 35 years. The Oyster Bar is widely regarded as the premier New Orleans' style restaurant, bar and music venue in the Midwest. BOB, as it is affectionately known by its many fans and friends, is housed in a building that was built in the mid 1840's and is one of the oldest buildings still in daily use within the city of St. Louis. During its colorful history, our building has had many functions including a family home, a boarding house, a Chinese laundry, a record store and a bordello to name a few. These walls have heard and seen it all. Some people feel that the building is haunted by spirits who, occasionally late at night, play good hearted jokes on the staff such as doors suddenly opening or closing or lights going on or off as if by magic. Then again, it just could be because the building is over 170 years old. However, our historic building has just gone through a renovation so we now have two outdoor patios that are covered and heated during cold or rainy weather and an expanded kitchen to better serve you. Our food has won numerous awards and readers' polls for excellence and features some of the most sustainable seafood available such as fresh Gulf and Blue Point oysters, Louisiana crawfish and shrimp, Prince Edward Island mussels, scallops and crabs. Our Cajun and Creole dishes are our versions of many of the traditional Louisiana favorites. If you love New Orleans, you will feel right at home at BOB. BOB offers live music twice a day every night of the week except on Friday when we feature one act for the evening. We present the best local and national touring acts representing a variety of musical genres such as rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, funk, R&B, roots, and jam, and weshowcase a wide variety of bands visiting from New Orleans. The live music is free up to 8 times per a week. However, for some of the more popular and well known acts, we do charge a cover which typically goes to the bands in order to keep attracting them to the BOB. Broadway Oyster Bar has been referred to by many as a staple of St. Louis and was recently honored by the St. Louis Chapter of the Missouri Restaurant Association as the 2015 Restaurant of the Year. BOB is a great choice for a relaxing dinner, a celebratory party or an opportunity to dance to a great band. As well known food writer, the late Joe Pollack, once wrote, "There is, quite simply, nothing in St. Louis quite like the Broadway Oyster Bar". That line was written over 30 years ago, but it is as true today as it was then. Welcome to the Broadway Oyster Bar Family.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    For private events please contact the restaurant for more information at bob@broadwayoysterbar.com or visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    For private events please contact the restaurant for more information at bob@broadwayoysterbar.com or visit our website.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    St. Louis
  • Cross street
    Gratiot
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    We are located 2 blocks from Busch Stadium transit stop. We also offer a free shuttle service to and from all Blues hockey home games.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 892 people are saying

Broadway Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • St. Louis

    Hot spot

  • St. Louis

    Lively

  • Downtown

    Best Food

  • Downtown

    Good for groups

  • Downtown

    Hot spot

  • Downtown

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Downtown

    Lively

  • Downtown

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Broadway Oyster Bar in St. Louis offers an authentic New Orleans experience with "amazing food," a lively atmosphere, and "fantastic live music." The "service is friendly and exceptional," making it a "must-try" for "delicious Cajun cuisine." While occasionally "a bit pricey," it's a favorite spot for many locals and visitors alike.
892 Reviews
  1. April

    Kansas City / Kansas4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The flavor of the food was amazing I wish my grits were more like grits instead of chowder consistency but it tasted awesome!! The staff was amazing too

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  2. Jared

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    B.O.B. always delivers on the best of all things!

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  3. Rebecca

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very refreshing to have excellent food and service in one experience. You will not regret this dining experience!!!

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  4. Meaghan

    St. Louis19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We keep going back for more as it is still a favorite place of mine! Food is ALWAYS great. I will say I noticed a significant increase in the prices this time though.

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  5. Don

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. The service is great (especially Sam), the food is delicious and the entertainment is always fun. Can't miss with the Shrimp and Grits, the catfish, the fried shrimp, Po boy....it's all very yummy. Never been disappointed by any of the bands.

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  6. Danielle

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waitress! Food was amazing! The restaurant is eclectic and full of life!

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  7. Gary

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been going to the Broadway Oyster Bar since the 80s, initially for the music and then for the music and great food. Through changes in ownership, management and physical changes to both the inside and outside of the property, the Oyster Bar has always maintained an extremely high level of service and superior craft in food preparation. The Oyster Bar is as close to a New Orleans experience in both food and ambience that St. Louis has to offer, without ignoring St. Louis culinary delights on their menu.

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  8. Bruce

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Broadway Oyster Bar never disappoints. We have never had a bad meal there. Highly recommend And don't be afraid of the Alligator Sausage and Shrimp Cheesecake,, best thing on the menu Yummmm

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  9. Karen

    St. Louis16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is our go to date night! We have the best time! The service and food are always top notch!

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  10. Kent

    Tampa / Central Florida West25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing.

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FAQs

Broadway Oyster Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Broadway Oyster Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (314) 621-8811.

Broadway Oyster Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 892 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
Google Map for Broadway Oyster Bar

736 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Gratiot
  • Neighborhood
    St. Louis
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    We are located 2 blocks from Busch Stadium transit stop. We also offer a free shuttle service to and from all Blues hockey home games.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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