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Located in
what was once a Mark Twain Bank, Mike Shannon’s Steak and Seafood
restaurant’s new location is an exciting addition not only to the
downtown restaurant scene, but an added shot of vitality to the
blossoming Ballpark Village District.
With floor-to-ceiling windows fronting two sides of the restaurant,
patrons have outstanding views of the downtown skyline and the new
ballpark. “We have the best see and be seen tables in the city”
says Manager Pat Shannon, daughter of the Cardinals announcer of
more than 30 years.
Manager
Pat Shannon, daughter of Cardinals announcer Mike
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Established by the former St. Louis Cardinals baseball great and
sportscaster, Shannon’s was located across Kiener Plaza at Chestnut
and 7th Street for more than 20 years, and developed a great following
for both its cuisine and its sports memorabilia. Their new home
combines the best of the past in a trendier, stream lined and spacious
setting.
Designed by the Lawrence Group, the new restaurant’s main dining
room includes Shannon’s impressive collection of 352 autographed
baseballs housed in an illuminated glass column. Diners seated near
the baseball tower will find Hall of Famers Ted Williams, Hank Aaron
and Willie Mays among the signers. A two-way granite fireplace in
the center of the restaurant adds an elegant touch to the surrounding
sports memorabilia.
Shannon’s new high tech bar boasts 12 high definition plasma screens.
Needless to say, it has become quite a destination onto itself.
Those looking for more private dining options won’t be disappointed.
The restaurant includes small dining rooms named for Cardinal greats
Albert Pujols, Bob Gibson and Stan Musial, as well as ‘snugs,’ small
intimate dining alcoves which Shannon intends to name after different
players each year. This year’s honorees are Chris Carpenter and
Jim Edmunds. If you are looking for another truly unique experience,
you may want to try dining in the wine vault. Yes, the former Mark
Twain bank vault has a new life as an intimate dining room/wine
cellar, housing a very impressive wine selection.
Another unique feature of their new location is the exciting outdoor
dining options. An elevated terrace on 7th Street provides a great
spot for dining or people watching. On the lower level and immediately
across from the new Ballpark and Ballpark Village, Shannon’s has
opened their new beer garden which accommodates up to 1,000, and
already has become the place to be before and after home games.
Those who frequented Mike Shannon’s in its former location will
recognize many of their menu favorites. Long time chef, Hugh J.
Cartlidge continues to prepare top quality aged steaks and seafood
to perfection. On a recent visit, we found the tenderloin filet
and prime rib of beef simply superb. Lobster twin tails continue
to be a popular seafood selection. Most of their entrées are served
a la carte and are priced from $15.95 to $41.95. Generously portioned
side dishes, such as fresh asparagus, sautéed mushrooms, onion strings,
and mashed potatoes are available for $4.50 to $7.95.
A new addition to their menu is plates with accompaniments. Priced
from $19.95 to $35.95, these selections such as Shannon’s mixed
grill or lamb chops include slightly smaller portions, but are served
with specially selected side dishes.
Those looking for a fine dining lunch experience within an hour
will be pleased with their options at Shannon’s. In addition to
a great selection of salads and sandwiches, specials—such as strip
sirloin, Maryland crab cakes and oriental steamed salmon—are available,
and are served with a salad and side dish. Sandwiches start at $7.95
and specials are priced beginning at $10.95.
Shannon’s decadent desserts continue to be superb. Pat Shannon’s
personal favorite is the chocolate sin cake—made of semi-sweet and
dark chocolate. Priced from $4.95 to $7.95, other dessert favorites
include Mike’s upside down apple pie and the chocolate turtle cake.
The new Mike Shannon’s combines a great location, outstanding interior
design, and first rate dining in its adjacent to the new Ballpark
Village location. As Mike’s longtime broadcast partner Jack Buck
would say, “That’s a winner!”
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Mike Shannon’s Steak and Seafood
620 Market Street
St. Louis, MO
(314) 421-1540
Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., lunch served until 4 p.m.
Saturday: 5 to 11 p.m.
Sunday: 5 to 10 p.m.
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