Photo : Bethany Ottens / Missouri Botanical Garden
Known for their farmers ’ market and beautiful old trees — a gorgeous park .
4257 Northeast Drive 314.771.2679
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The Grove | The Hill | Shaw Neighborhood | Lafayette Square | Grantwood Village
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Missouri Botanical Garden ( photo above ) Designed by Henry Shaw , this is a National Historic Landmark and center for conservation and education . It is one of the top three botanical gardens in the world , encompassing 70 acres .
4344 Shaw Boulevard 314.577.5100
Bold and innovative cuisine by Ben Grupe , who won three gold medals at The Culinary Olympics while leading Team USA .
4370 Manchester Avenue 314.349.2878
Vicia 4260 Forest Park Avenue 314.553.9239
ELAIA 1634 Tower Grove Avenue 314.932.1088