Nearby Restaurants
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 - (CLOSED 2009)
Cafes/restaurants within a fifteen - twenty minute walk (staff can provide directions):
Kaldi's
Jimmy's
Sasha's
Kayak's
Chinese Express
Ruthie's Grill
There are numerous restaurants a short drive away, especially in these areas:
- Forest Park (including Bixby'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)







