1. The Pageant
9.1
6161 Delmar Blvd (Skinker), St Louis, MO
Rock Club · 75 tips and reviews
Caitlyn Tennyson: Great venue! Seating is a bit cramped, but you usually get to know those near you pretty quickly around alcohol and great music!
Melissa Reed: Great concert venue, also if you get a chance grab a bag of Billie Goat Chips from the bar. They are made in St. Louis.
Michael Meredith: Best concert venue drinks could be cheaper
3. Broadway Oyster Bar
9.1
736 S Broadway (at Gratiot St), St Louis, MO
American Restaurant · Downtown East · 184 tips and reviews
Karen>ArchCityHomes: Great place to sit on the patio and listen to live music. If you want to try something different that isn't too spicy, give the Crawfish Enchiladas a try.
Emily Westerholt: Best crab legs in town!! Patio is perfect for a summer night when they have live music!!
Chai Odom: This place is obviously good for oysters. The chargrilled are the way to go. They also have live music, and a great selection of beer on tap.
4. Powell Hall
9.2
718 N Grand Blvd (at Delmar Blvd), St Louis, MO
Concert Hall · Grand Center · 38 tips and reviews
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis: One of the most renowned concert halls in the United States, Powell Hall is home to the wonderful St. Louis Symphony. A gorgeous performance space with supremely talented conductors and musicians.
Go! Magazine: The Go! List 2013: Best acoustics at a classical music venue Read more.
Joshua Ho: The St. Louis Symphony is amazing. Love that they perform the soundtrack of films alongside the actual films in addition to traditional symphony concerts.
Ted Barklage IV: Great happy hour specials. BBQ Nachos, sliders, and pizza were all great. Awesome place to see a concert.
Emily: Great concert venue! Workers are helpful and very nice! If you go for a show, make sure to get a bottle of water at the bar. It gets hot! Great experience!
Riverfront Times: Did you know in the basement lies the Smoke Joint, a barbecue spot that gives concertgoers Memphis-style ribs, Frito pie, chicken and turkey sandwiches, all available during the venue's live concerts?
8. Jazz at the Bistro
9.0
3536 Washington Ave (east of Grand Boulevard), St Louis, MO
Jazz and Blues Venue · Grand Center · 24 tips and reviews
Riverfront Times: RFT 2012 Best of St. Louis Winner - Best Jazz Club http://bit.ly/PpugxC Featuring some of the hottest names in instrumental and vocal jazz -- with a delicious menu and a tempting wine list as well!
Libby King: I loved the concert we went to here! And it's a great venue. You reserve a table, so get there early to pick your seats.
Brandon Gray: One of my favorite spots in all of St. Louis. The music is always excellent, and the space is gorgeous.
Jordan Swift: wednesday nights in the summer, free entry and live jazz music! fun summer night!
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis: Every year the Whitaker Music Festival takes place from June to August, a great free music event!
Heather Fields: The Jazz Festival is not to be missed grab some wine a blanket, snacks and some friends and just enjoy. The gardens are beautiful for walks pictures, picnics or finding a quiet place to study.
10. Stifel Theatre
8.8
1400 Market St (14th St), St Louis, MO
Opera House · Downtown West · 53 tips and reviews
SND STL: Formerly known as the Kiel Opera House, this amazing new downtown concert venue just happens to be having it's grand re-opening is Saturday, Oct. 1 with performances from Aretha Franklin and Jay Leno.
St. Louis Blues: When the Blues aren't playing, definitely check out a show at the beautifully renovated Peabody Opera House! You won't be disappointed!
Go! Magazine: The Go! List 2013: Best concert venue Read more.
Moonrise Hotel: They’ve been around since 1979 - these guys know, and love, music. Check their website for free, in-store performances from top bands visiting STL. For more insider tips, follow @MoonriseHotel. Read more.
Patrick Holloway: One of the best record stores in STL (and America). Amazing selection, atmosphere, and staff. Record Store Day and in store band performances are a must. MUSIC IS THE HEALING FORCE.
CNN: Vintage Vinyl was founded by two buddies in 1979 as a booth at a farmer's market. Today it's one of St. Louis' classic record stores, stocking everything from rock to gospel to reggae to Latin jazz. Read more.
Mike Lipel: A great spot for lunch dinner Sunday brunch and great live music. You gotta try the red beans and rice it's Louis Armstrong's personal recipe!
Chai Odom: Delicious authentic Cajun food accompanied with live music. Great casual joint even if it's on the pricey side. They have their own variety of infused rums.
Ozsha Wiggins: The Gumbo was delicious! Came for my birthday and thoroughly enjoyed the food and cocktails. Music was a little loud, but definitely worth going for the experience of southern cuisine.