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The Main House

4.7 (535)
$30 and under
American
500 S Main St, Saint Charles, MO 63301-3439

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The Main House

4.7
$30 and under
American
St. Charles

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Chef Chip Bates creates the most comfortable and casual dining with great technique and quality American Food. Located in the heart of old town Main Street St. Charles. The Main House is a place for everyone to enjoy great food and drinks lunch and dinner. Great patio to enjoy river views as well as Main Street events and parades!

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    The Main House @mainhouseonmain on Main Street in St. Charles, Missouri, is a charming dining spot with a rich history. Housed in a 157-year-old building that has seen previous restaurant incarnations, the Main House offers an upscale casual vibe. We tried the sweet and spicy cream cheese which I thought was unique, sriracha deviled eggs, shrimp cocktail, and shrimp Scampi, all of which were delightful. #stlouispescatarianapproved Dined with a group of STL foodies. 6 of us and our waitress took great care of us. @whitneyinthecity @jnsnwins @willwinberry @kjstroth @yelpstlouis @aces_eats314 Chef Chip Bates (previously with Napoli) aims to provide a diverse menu where visitors, whether dressed down or on a date, can enjoy a range of dishes, from burgers and salads to steak and grilled salmon. The commitment to a small menu ensures that each dish is prepared to perfection. #sltlfood #stlrestaurants #stlfoodie #stlouispescatarians #stlfoodvlog #stleats #stlfoodscene #stlouispescatarianfood #foodinthelou #stlfoodporn #eatstl #eatstlouis #foodiestl #foodporn #foodie #foodblogger #foodphotography #instafood #foodiesofinstagram #livetoeat #livetoeatnoteattolive #eating #eatingfortheinsta #eatingforthegram #explorestlouis

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4.7

4.7
(535)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • St. Louis

    Great for outdoor dining

  • West County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • West County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • West County

    American

Review summary

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The Main House offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing" food and "wonderful" service. Guests rave about the "delicious" Cajun pasta and expertly prepared steak. The patio provides "great views" and a "pleasant ambiance." Despite occasional service delays, the overall atmosphere is "comfortable" and "enjoyable," making it a must-visit in St. Charles.
535 Reviews
  1. Brett Gold

    St. Louis4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful food in a spectacular setting. One of our favorites!

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  2. Jerry Gold

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good experience. One of our favorite places to eat. Their filet mignon is excellent. Their Cajun pasta is excellent. Salmon is really good. Brussel Sprouts are great! Nice wine with dinner. Chip the owner does an excellent job and always willing to please. We have also used him for catering.

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  3. Kara

    Chicago / Illinois10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and atmosphere. The service was good but we felt very rushed by our service.

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  4. Kimberly

    St. Louis6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Our food was delicious. I had halibut, my husband had a double cut pork chop. The food was hot and the portions were great. We had a 5pm reservation, when we arrived there were few diners in the restaurant - we were seated at a very tiny table for 2 right at the entrance to the dining room (???) not a great seat at any restaurant. Our waiter was not attentive. We did not appreciate his demeanor or service style. As I looked around the restaurant and observed other servers they seemed friendly, gave info on evening specials at first visit. Drinks were refilled without chasing them down. Point being that our waiter being just mediocre did not seem to be a description of the wait staff as a whole. We will definitely eat there again!!

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  5. Tina

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful restaurant! The service from the hostess, to our server Abbey and all the folks that checked on us throughout our meal was top-notch! The salad wedge was loaded with bleu cheese pieces and the balsamic drizzle was a great addition. The special scallops meal and filet dinner were both perfectly prepared. The coconut cream pie was the best I have ever had, sorry Mom. I wish we lived near by because The Main House would definitely be our weekly favorite!

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  6. Cory

    St. Louis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to old town st charles for Pumpkin Glow and made later reservations (8pm) fir dinner. What a great night! The Glow was charming and dinner at The Main House was the perfect end to the evening. Really enjoyed my Cajun chicken pasta. Highly recommend.

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  7. Brad

    Central Kentucky4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining experience at The Main House was positive for our wedding anniversary! The server was very professional and nice. She even gave us complimentary champagne to toast our celebration! Food was tasty and outside ambiance on a pretty fall evening was perfect!

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  8. Miranda

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and overall vibe was good. Unfortunately our steaks were overdone so left feeling like we didn’t get what we paid for. Will probably not be back.

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  9. Emily

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overpriced and extremely small portions. Service was OK but very slow.

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  10. Constance

    Kansas City / Kansas1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was mediocre at best. The waiter forgot some of our food because he didn’t write anything down. But we were still charged for the item. The waiter was rushed and rude. Definitely will not be coming back.

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FAQs

Sunday is a lovely choice, guests rave about sitting on the patio on beautiful Sunday afternoons and note Sunday evenings can be relatively quiet.

Yes, The Main House has a patio with river views and Main Street sights, and guests frequently mention enjoying meals outside on that patio.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished-but-relaxed attire that fits the restaurant’s comfortable, casual dining vibe.

Portions tend to be generous, guests specifically praise hearty steak servings and shareable salads like the wedge.

The Main House feels comfortably casual yet polished, with a beautiful interior, a cozy cellar/private dining area, and a sunny patio with river views; it can get quite noisy on busy nights.

Yes, The Main House is frequently chosen for anniversaries and Valentine's visits, with guests noting an intimate, romantic atmosphere and a thoughtful wine list.

The Main House tends to be busiest during peak service and packed weekend moments, while Sunday evenings have been described as relatively quiet and more relaxed.

The Filet (8 oz Filet Mignon) is a standout, it's on the current menu and multiple guests praise the filet as exceptional.

Yes, The Main House has added a dedicated brunch menu (guests note six brunch choices) and reviewers praise the restaurant’s weekend brunch offerings.

For a quieter, more relaxed visit, choose Sunday evening, guests describe Sunday evenings as relatively quiet, while Friday nights are often busier and louder.

Yes, families are welcome: multiple guests describe dining with children and family birthday parties, and reviewers report staff accommodating family groups.

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The Main House

4.7
$30 and under
American
St. Charles

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 46 times today
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