The List: Destinations
Delmar Loop
More than 130 specialty shops, galleries, restaurants and entertainment venues call the Loop along Delmar Boulevard home. The Loop is named for streetcars that came west more than 100 years ago and “looped around” before making connections. A new electric trolley has been in testing this year. As you walk, look down. You’re stepping on more than 140 brass stars on the St. Louis Walk of Fame, which honors local legends like Stan Musial, Harold Ramis, and Thomas Hart Benton. Be sure to visit sculptor Harry Weber’s eight-foot bronze statue of Chuck Berry, the Father of Rock and Roll who died in 2017.
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Corgi Undercover Squishable • A corgi wearing a bee costume ... because why not? The bee costume can be removed and exchanged for other costumes that fit on mini Squishables. $29.99 at Wizard's Wagon, 6388 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Kingdomino game • In this family game for ages 8 and up, players build a kingdom out of dominoes that feature fields, lakes and caves full of treasure. Built a kingdom with the most strategically placed crowns to win. $19.99 at Wizard's Wagon, 6388 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
"X-Men: Grand Design Volume One" • This oversized book by Ed Piskor's contains the first two issues of his retelling of the history of Marvel's Mutants and X-Men. This is a must-have item for young and old X-Men fans. $29.99 at Wizard's Wagon, 6388 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Handcrafted leather journal • This journal, designed by Indianapolis artist Megan Winn, is handcrafted using reclaimed leather, handmade paper and remanants of maps. Many other sizes and styles are available. $79.00 at Artisans in The LOOP, 6511 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Handcrafted glass menorah • Glass artist Nina Miller of Olivette made this heirloom-worthy fused glass menorah. Many more of her other glass pieces are available at the shop. $180.00 at Artisans in The LOOP, 6511 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Animal print sunglasses • Animal print? Glitter? Slight cat-eye shape? These funky sunglasses have it all. $10.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Gold wristlet • This wristlet has enough pockets and room for your phone, credit cards, cash, lipsticks and powder. $15.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Three-piece jewelry set • Make a statement in this burnished gold and navy-colored necklace, earrings and bracelet set accented with tassels. $60.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Metallic infinity scarf • This infinity scarf accented with metallic threads is light enough to wear as a fashion piece and thick enough to wear for actual warmth. $17.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
Literary art print • Frederick Douglass once said, "Once you learn to read you will be forever free." This art poster with this inspiring graphic and quote will please the book lover in your life. $24.95 at Subterranean Books, 6275 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
While you're there
Holiday events • The Delmar Loop hosts several different events over the holidays, including Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24, the Great Gift Hunt and Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, a Menorah Lighting on Dec. 2, and a Kwanzaa Celebration on Dec. 29.
Stores and venues to check out • Visit Vintage Vinyl at 6610 Delmar Boulevard for hard-to-find music; a musician is usually playing his own tunes on the sidewalk outside. Stop in United Provisions at 6241 Delmar Boulevard for foods from around the globe, and slurp up some ramen at the attached cafe. Bowl a game and sip a cocktail at Pin-Up Bowl, 6191 Delmar. Visit the Peacock Loop Diner at 6261 Delmar or Blueberry Hill at 6504 Delmar for its eclectic décor if not its burgers.
Recycle the Loop • The Delmar Loop is a Green Dining District, which means 25 percent of the local dining establishments recycle, don’t use Styrofoam to-go containers, conserve water and try to buy supplies locally when they can.
Grab a bite • If you’re looking for a place to eat, eight of Post-Dispatch restaurant critic Ian Froeb’s STL 100 restaurant picks are here: Publico, Salt + Smoke, Mission Taco Joint, Pi Pizzeria, Fork & Stix, Seoul Taco, Bing Bing and Guerilla Street Food.
More info
https://visittheloop.com/