The Library and Research Center does not have a cafeteria or public lunchroom.  Food and drink are not permitted in the Reading Room.  Vending machines with snacks and soft drinks are on the lower level near the restrooms.





Restaurants within a five - ten minute walk:
John's Town Hall  665 S. Skinker    (314) 725-3555

Cafes/restaurants within a fifteen - twenty minute walk (staff can provide directions):
Kaldi's
Jimmy's
Sasha's
Kayak's
Chinese Express

There are numerous restaurants a short drive away, especially in these areas:

• Forest Park (including Meriwether's at the Missouri History Museum)
• University City (Delmar Loop) - numerous ethnic restaurants
• Central West End - cafes, fine dining, ethnic restaurants
• Clayton Road near Big Bend (strip mall with several chain restaurants)