Local Deals for St. Louis

Publications around St. Louis and beyond praise Kemoll's, located on the 40th floor of the Metropolitan Square building, as a dining icon. Even after 85 years in business, St. Louis Magazine still ranks Kemoll's as one of the city's best Italian restaurants, and Sauce Magazine calls the restaurant "legendary." With this deal, two can enjoy drinks, appetizers and a sweeping view of St. Louis for $35, regularly $70.

Travelzoo subscribers can get behind the wheel of a professional stock car with this deal from Rusty Wallace Racing Experience. For $199, accelerate down straightaways and take turns in a real race car like the one driven by Wallace, a racing legend who was recently inducted into the Hall of Fame. This two-hour "Qualifier" package at the Gateway Motorsports Park saves $200 on the regular price.

St. Louis Cardinals left fielder Matt Holliday has made six All-Star Game appearances and has garnered four Silver Slugger Awards since his major-league debut in 2004. With this Local Deal, catch him and three-time Golden Glove Award winner Yadier Molina at four matchups this spring for up to 40% off.

Celebrate the iconic music of Whitney Houston, one of the most award-winning female artists of all time, with this unique opportunity to hear her most popular hits performed with the St. Louis Symphony. Broadway's Rashidra Scott will sing chart-topping hits like "Saving All My Love," "How Will I Know?" and "I Will Always Love You," and tickets are now 50% off regular prices.

“War Horse,” winner of five Tony Awards in 2011, will gallop into the Fox Theatre this March. Tickets to the show Newsday called “awe-inspiring” are now up to 50% off for Travelzoo subscribers.

Sing along to Bon Jovi hits at the Scottrade Center when the band's "Because We Can -- The Tour" stops for one night only. A limited number of tickets to see the American rock icons are available exclusively to Travelzoo subscribers for 50% off.

Frommer's calls Three Sixty St. Louis, located in Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark, one of the 10 Best New Hotel Rooftop Bars in the World, and Metromix praises it as "a great place for a romantic evening" due in part to the "fantastic view." With this exclusive Local Deal, subscribers can enjoy drinks and appetizers overlooking Busch Stadium and the Arch for $29, regularly $60.

History spans over two centuries in Springfield, Ill., once home to President Abraham Lincoln and well-traveled Route 66. "Whether you come for a serious lesson in history or a light-hearted slice of classic Americana, Springfield has plenty to satisfy," says Midwest Living Magazine of the Illinois capital. Visitors can consume history -- and the original corn dog -- with this exclusive $99-per-night package from the State House Inn that cuts 45% off current prices through August.

Unwind in a pampering retreat voted "Top Spa in the Midwest 2012" by Spa Magazine readers, hit the links at a championship golf course with panoramic views of Lake of the Ozarks, or gather for a cocktail around the lobby fireplace. This $99-per-night offer at The Lodge of Four Seasons, available through March 19, includes breakfast and a $50 resort credit for spa services, golf fees or dining.

The Tenderloin Room, located in the Central West End, has been a St. Louis dining destination since the 1960s; The St. Louis Examiner says it's "long been considered the steakhouse of the St. Louis elite." Celebrities ranging from Frank Sinatra and Jack Benny to George Clooney have walked through the glass doorway. With this deal, two can enjoy a classic steakhouse dinner with drinks for $69, regularly $135.

St. Louis Magazine praises brunch at Herbie's Vintage 72, calling it  "fabulous," and Zagat rates the restaurant's American cuisine "very good to excellent" (24). For $19, two people can savor a weekend meal with drinks in the Central West End, regularly $54.

Experience striking views of The Arch at Cielo, a sophisticated Italian eatery on the eighth floor of Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis. The Riverfront Times raves there is "absolutely no better spot" to dine outdoors, and Gayot ranks it as one of the top 10 romantic restaurants in the city. Two can enjoy a four-course dinner for two with wine at one of the best restaurants in the city for $69, regularly $136.

Sauce Magazine hails Porter's Steakhouse as "a classic" and St. Louis Magazine calls it a "grade-A steakhouse" that's "the best reason to spend a night in Collinsville." With this Local Deal, two people can dig into a full steakhouse feast for $59, regularly as much as $144.

St. Louis Magazine recently named Sunday brunch at The Provinces at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac one of the Best Breakfasts in St. Louis, calling it "a reason not to sleep away your Sunday." With this deal, two can dine on made-to-order omelets, shrimp cocktail, eggs Benedict and prime rib for $29, regularly $55.90.

The Riverfront Times praises the "dream-world quality" of World Aquarium, and calls the displays and interactive exhibits a "kid's thrill." Spend hours crawling through the shark tank, exploring Sand Castle Beach and observing a list of creatures that includes turtles, amphibians, reptiles and otters. With this Local Deal, which features a discount of 75%, select one of three guided tours for as little as $25 for two people.

Located on cobblestone-lined Main Street in historic downtown St. Charles, the restaurant at Little Hills Winery has been cited by AOL Travel as "exceptional," and St. Louis Commerce Magazine calls it "warm and inviting." With this deal, diners can experience three courses of Little Hills' French-American cuisine paired with a bottle of wine for $45, over 60% off the regular price of $117.97.

Between being named Best Steakhouse by the Riverfront Times and ALIVE Magazine's Best New Restaurant for 2011, Prime 1000 is one of St. Louis' more decorated venues. The eatery even received a Best New Idea nod from St. Louis Magazine for its aging chamber lined with Himalayan salt. With this deal, two can savor an acclaimed steakhouse dinner with drinks for $89, regularly $215.

Cool off this summer with a visit to what STLMag calls "one of the coolest water parks in St. Louis County." The City of Maryland Heights Aquaport, located just off the expressway half an hour from downtown, features an 8,000-square-foot pool with sprinklers and fountains plus six water slides. For $15, regularly up to $30, two people receive admission to the park any day of the week this summer.

The Xtreme Xperience arrives at Gateway Motorsports Park April 11-14, and with it comes the opportunity to careen around the racetrack at high speeds in one of four exotic supercars. For $159, regularly $399, strap into the driver's seat and take three laps in a Ferrari F430, Lamborghini LP560, Audi R8 or Porsche 911 Turbo.

Publications around St. Louis and beyond praise Kemoll's, on the 40th floor of the Metropolitan Square building, as a dining icon. Even after 85 years in business, St. Louis Magazine still ranks Kemoll's as one of the city's best Italian restaurants while Sauce Magazine calls the restaurant "legendary." With this deal, two can enjoy drinks, appetizers and a sweeping view of St. Louis for $35, regularly $70.

Celebrate the iconic music of Whitney Houston, one of the most award-winning female artists of all time, with this unique opportunity to hear her most popular hits performed with the St. Louis Symphony. Broadway's Rashidra Scott will sing chart-topping hits like "Saving All My Love," "How Will I Know?" and "I Will Always Love You," and tickets are now 50% off regular prices.

The Riverfront Times praises the "dream-world quality" of the World Aquarium, located within the City Museum, and calls it a "kid's thrill." With this Local Deal starting at $25, two people can spend hours crawling through the shark tank; exploring Sand Castle City; and observing fish, turtles, amphibians, reptiles, sloths, otters and more on one of four guided tours -- with discounts of up to 75%.

See a different side of St. Louis, Mo., with a getaway to a AAA 4-Diamond hotel in The Loop – one of 10 Great Streets in America, according to the American Planning Association. The upscale Moonrise Hotel now offers an exclusive $99 package that saves more than 40% on regular pricing and includes a $25 food and beverage credit. Arrive Sundays-Thursdays, or weekends for $119 per night.

Retreat to The Wildwood Hotel in Wildwood, Mo., a small town nestled between the bustling city of St. Louis and the peaceful Ozark mountains. Two people can get away with this exclusive Travelzoo-negotiated package for $99 per night, including $80 in extras, for stays through Sept. 28. Upgrade to a more spacious suite for $129 per night.

Visit Joey B's on the Landing and discover what Rachael Ray calls "the best pizza in St. Louis." For $15, two people can split one shared appetizer, a 10-inch pizza and two draft beers or soft drinks -- normally $38.

Sauce Magazine calls Hendel's Market Cafe and Piano Bar a "perennial favorite," and NoCoSTL says Hendel's is "regarded as one of the finest restaurants" in North County. With this deal, two can dine on three courses with drinks in this historic 19th-century building for $35, regularly $76.

St. Louis Magazine praises the pretty scenery and gentle pace of the Meramec River, and with this exclusive Local Deal, groups of up to six can take a relaxing float trip down the spring-fed waters. These trips from Twin Rivers Canoe Rentals, starting at $19 for two canoeists, run six to nine miles and offer fantastic fishing as well as the chance to view wildlife like foxes, wild turkeys and bald eagles.

Retreat to a lakefront AAA 4-Diamond resort in Branson, Mo., the "Entertainment Capital of America." This exclusively negotiated Travelzoo deal saves 50% on current prices for a two-night stay at the Chateau on the Lake Resort & Spa.

Escape to the breathtaking Missouri Ozark region and “take in the limestone cliffs, lush forests and tumbling meadows” (Frommer's) that comprise this captivating area. This exclusively negotiated $169 deal for two at the Hummingbird Inn Bed & Breakfast -- a peaceful B&B just minutes from the entertainment  in downtown Branson -- saves nearly 45% on regular prices.

The James Pearson Day Spa and Salon is a top-rated spa as ranked by Citysearch users, who give it 5 stars, and KSDK calls it a spa where the staff can "transform you into your best you." With this deal, spa-goers will receive two hours of spa treatments including a massage and a Four-Layer French facial for $65, regularly $140.

STLToday.com says Copia Restaurant & Wine Garden is a "showplace" that "provides a dreamy space for a downtown meal." Upon its 2010 reopening, Sauce Magazine praised the restaurant as being "like a phoenix rising from the ashes ... stronger than before." With this deal for $25, you can create your own experience with $50 worth of beverages and any food.

Despite its namesake, Jim Edmonds 15 Steakhouse is not a typical sports bar; it features a 6,000-square-foot patio with fireplaces and serves updated steakhouse classics. OpenTable users give Jim Edmonds a 4-star ranking and call it a neighborhood gem. With this deal, two people can sit down to a three-course dinner for $49, regularly $96.

With this exclusive Local Deal, two golfers can play a full round on the par-72, 6,583-yard course at Eagle Springs Golf Course, complete with drinks during play for $45, regularly as much as $93.50. This full golf package for a championship course less than half an hour from downtown is one of the best we've seen in the market.

Metromix praises the "sushi masters" at Fin Japanese Cuisine, and the Riverfront Times says Fin's menu of tempura, bento boxes and "extravagant" sushi rolls is "all that and a bowl of noodles." With this deal, diners can create a three-course Japanese feast for two with drinks for $35, regularly $102.

The Riverfront Times says Lucas Park Grille is "the place to be in the Loft District," and the restaurant has been awarded numerous Sauce Magazine Readers' Choice Awards. Two people can take advantage of this eatery's weekend brunch along with mimosas for $19.

Located in the historic Hilton St. Louis Downtown, 400 Olive occupies an elevated corner of the hotel's lobby. The restaurant features contemporary dishes alongside traditional favorites, cuisine The Post Dispatch says "was consistently gorgeous." Two people can sit down to a three-course dinner with wine for $49, a meal that would normally cost $104.

Both art aficionados and new painters can pick up paintbrushes and learn to create a work of art of their own with classes from Vino van Gogh, which provides a social art experience at different locations around the St. Louis County area. For $19 per person, regularly $38, Travelzoo subscribers can take a seat behind a blank canvas, learn to paint and walk out with their own finished artwork.

St. Louis Magazine named Mad Tomato Italian Kitchen one of the Best New Restaurants in St. Louis for 2011, and Sauce Magazine loves its "blissfully homey fare." With this deal, two can dine on a lunch menu inspired by chef Vito Racanelli's grandmother's cooking for $25, regularly $62.

Unwind with a spa package from Solera Spa inside the Westin St. Louis, which boasts a AAA 4-Diamond rating. For $79, receive a 50-minute massage and 30-minute European facial, regularly $160.

Retreat to the English countryside without leaving the Midwest at the 4-star British-inspired inn and tavern, The Cheshire, described by Frommer's as a romantic getaway. This exclusively negotiated deal at the newly multimillion-dollar renovated hotel in St. Louis is available for $99 per night, including $25 to spend at the Fox & Hounds Tavern, complimentary English-style breakfast and daily tea service. Travel Sundays-Thursdays through April 8, or for $40 more visit Fridays-Saturdays.

Just this month, St. Louis Magazine named Lola one of the best places to have a cocktail while the St. Louis Post-Dispatch praises the "interesting and well-constructed" small plates at this cool downtown spot. For $45, experience a dinner for two at this Riverfront Times' Critics Pick, which includes a couple of Lola's equally impressive cocktails. This dinner at the Loft District hot spot would normally cost $92.

Eco Zipline Tours in New Florence earns a perfect 5-star rating from TripAdvisor users, and KSDK-TV says "if you look up the word 'fun' in the dictionary, you'll probably find a picture of this." With this Local Deal for $35 per person, regularly $65, spend an hour soaring amidst the treetops during the Super Six zip line tour. Save even more with a tour for two for $69, regularly $130.

Acknowledged as a classic restaurant by St. Louis Magazine, Yacovelli's in Florissant has been a St. Louis dining institution for decades. With this exclusive Local Deal, diners can enjoy home-style Italian cuisine that the Yacovelli family has been serving for generations. For $35, two can savor a three-course dinner with wine, regularly $78.80.

Skip the trip to the store and order six bottles of premium wine with this Local Deal from Virgin Wines, part of the world-renowned Virgin brand. Virgin Wines, which just arrived in the U.S. last year, is now offering Travelzoo subscribers a case of wine worth up to $94 for only $29. Sales tax and shipping charges of $19.99 are not included.

Publications around St. Louis praise Kemoll's, on the 40th floor of the Metropolitan Square building, as a dining icon. St. Louis Magazine calls the Italian restaurant "one of [the city's] oldest and most revered stalwarts," Sauce Magazine calls it "legendary" and Zagat praises pretty much everything, rating it "excellent" (24) for food, decor and service. With this exclusive deal, two can dine on three courses with wine for $65, regularly $138.50.

The original DeLeo's Cafe & Deli in Estes Park, Colo., impressed Jake Hall and his partners so much, they moved it to Florissant, and reviews suggest they're not the only ones who are obsessed.  Patch says the restaurant is "edging its way into the hearts and palates of [area] diners," and Urbanspoon users give the eatery 5 stars. With this deal, enjoy lunch or dinner for two for $15, regularly up to $32.

Travelzoo subscribers can get behind the wheel of a professional stock car and race around a 1.25-mile superspeedway track with this deal from Rusty Wallace Racing Experience. For $249, accelerate down straightaways and take turns in a real race car like the one driven by Wallace, a racing legend who was just inducted into the Hall of Fame this month. This 2.5-hour "Shootout" package at Gateway Motorsports Park saves $250 on the regular price.

St. Louis Magazine calls Ricardo's Italian Cafe a "family-owned, intimate spot" with a "classic" menu. When Riverfront Times named it the city's Best Italian Restaurant in 2009, the publication praised the "one-two punch of friendly service and spot-on renditions of [Italian] fare so beloved in St. Louis." With this deal, two can enjoy three courses and drinks at Ricardo's Tuesday-Friday for $35; a limited number of Saturday reservations are also available for just $10 more.

Gayot praises the food and service at the Corner Pub and Grill in Chesterfield, a "friendly neighborhood sports bar" that's "worth the drive." With this exclusive Local Deal, two can savor a pub dinner with drinks for $29, regularly priced up to $69.96.

Sauce Magazine said Three Kings Public House has become a neighborhood institution overnight and "the destination on Delmar," while The Riverfront Times named it the "Best New Bar of 2011." For $35, two people can enjoy a three-course pub dinner with drinks, regularly $74.