Restaurants in Union

Named purveyor of Best Nostalgic Treats and the most photographed restaurant in St. Louis by Alive magazine in 2010, The Fountain on Locust showcases a menu of from-scratch savory and sweet treats topped with handmade sauces and dressings. Amidst the eatery’s hand-painted art deco interior, patrons enjoy signature ice-cream martinis such as the Strawberry Blonde, which overflows with vanilla vodka, crème de cacao, and strawberry ice cream ($8), or the Standing Banana Split, featuring brûléed bananas, three scoops of handmade ice cream, and hot fudge as sweet as a love letter from a honey pot ($6.99). For a heartier treat, spoons dip into cups ($3.79) of 1 of 47 rotating soups, including Cajun corn chowder and polish dill pickle, made from scratch every morning. Tongues can also feast on the roasted Angus beef, white cheddar, rosemary-grilled onions, and house-made horseradish sauce of the hot roast beef melt ($9.79). Vegetarian, vegan, egg-free, and gluten-free choices are also available on request.

The Deacon serves up dishes that give comfort food a comforting kick of Creole infusions, balancing traditional American fare with new American boldness. More than 60 beers pair up with the grub, and delicious vegetarian and vegan options ensure that there’s more than just a little something for everyone in your party.

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After settling into Jade's 6,000-square-foot space, start with one of its signature cocktails and a refreshing seaweed salad ($4). Stick with a tried-and-true roll like a California ($6.50), eel ($7), or tuna ($6), or if you got an A+ on eBay today, splurge on one of Jade’s specialty makimoto. More seasoned sushi samurais can receive the geisha’s kiss ($12)—a spicy tuna roll crested with seared tuna, crunchy tempura bits, and scallions, and drizzled with eel sauce—or gorge on the gargantuan big and crazy ($20), which combines soft-shell crab, shrimp tempura, crab salad, cucumber, and avocado, topped with tobiko, crunchy tempura bits, scallions, and eel sauce. For vegans and fishphobics, Jade offers a modest selection of vegetable rolls, so you can LARP Beatrix Potter without breaking character during lunch. In addition to sushi options, Jade serves entrees like stir-fried noodles ($11), fried rice ($8), and spicy Mongolian stir-fry ($12) with your choice of meats or tofu (for shrimp, add $2).

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The history of Gioia’s Deli is as fascinating as its sandwiches are saliva-inducing. This family-run business occupies a building constructed in 1918 from bricks used at the 1904 World’s Fair. Housed in such venerable digs, Gioia’s passion for quality subs brings a host of inspired menu items to the countertop. The menu starts off with the famous hot salami sandwich (served with cheese and garnish, $7.00), before tempting the hungry eye with a New York Philly beef (with Philly cream cheese, and sautéed peppers and onions, $7.65) and the reputable Salsiccia (homemade Italian sausage with choice of cheese and garnish, $6.75). A variety of other classics fit all appetites and musical tastes, with offerings including the meatball sub, veggie sandwich, homemade chicken and tuna salads, and even Cathy’s homemade lasagna (served with bread, $7.25).