Sub Zero Vodka Bar
308 N Euclid Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63108
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Address :
308 N Euclid Ave
Saint Louis, MO, 63108 - Phone (314) 367-1200
- Website https://www.subzerovodkabar.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 1:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Late Night
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
Coat Check : No
Smoking : Yes
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Drive-Thru : No
Caters : No
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Joan G.
Dinner last night at Sub Zero. A beautiful night to sit outside and enjoy the views. After ordering our drinks (a little about that later) we decided to share an appetizer. Looking at my previous YELP review, I stated that the Jalapeno Cheese Balls were very tasty. We decided to do those again and they did not disappoint. The chili sauce is wonderful with the cream cheese filled balls with just a hint of jalapeno. For dinner Mike got a lamb burger and I chose the classic burger. Our side was Zucchini fries. Our burgers were cooked exactly the way we ordered them. The zucchini fries were outstanding and served with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. I won't post the picture of my half eaten hamburger but it was very good. Now for my drink. I know this is a vodka bar, but if you know me you know I love my margaritas. Jamisine(?) took our order. A margarita in a rocks glass with salt. My drink came out in a tall glass. I like a short glass so I can taste my tequila and you don't get a lot of mix with it. I explained to her that I had wanted it made for a rocks glass. She didn't know what that was. I said a short glass and she stated she could take it back and pour it into one. Never mind. My margarita rating is a C. The food is good, the outside seating is great and I will be coming back again and again.
(4)Beck E.
Although I remember thinking very highly of the burgers here, the sushi is laughably bad and the price leaves a sour taste in your mouth. The bf and I were desperate for sushi delivery, which arrived 25 minutes late despite a $10 tip ahead of time. (This is why you never pre-tip! Argh.) For $76 total on 5 rolls and 2 pieces of nigiri, the sushi could have tasted a lot better. The rice was really dry and not well seasoned. The sauces were stingy, and the spicy tuna had a weird smokey taste. It was all just very... sad. St. Louis sushi continues to disappoint. Have to dock a star from my previous review.
(3)Chris S.
I met up with some friends last night at Sub Zero and really had a bad experience. Service was very, very slow (not the server's fault - they were way understaffed for a Friday night) and me and my friend ended up with $70 worth of food poisoning! Called the manager to let him know and he basically blew me off with a "that sucks" type response. With so many restaurants in town, I have no need to go back here if that's how they feel about their customers.
(1)Rece S.
Drinks are good NOT THE FOOD! Our burger that was under cooked ( almost raw) and missing ingredients. They made another fresh burger that was decent. However, the service gets a 11 star because the over all services wasn't as expected. But we will give this spot another try in the future.
(2)Shambavi K.
Awesome expansive list of drinks. Gets tough to pick one. I liked the zentini. Service was helpful is selecting drinks. We dined outside since it was a nice night out and it was too loud in the inside. Great place for drinks but not the best for food... Food wise, sushi rolls seemed out of place on a menu with burgers. We ordered 3 rolls which were below par (sub zero roll, crazy roll, and the baja rolls? it had jalapeno which is what we wanted). The fish didn't seem the freshest and had a lot of rice.
(2)Joe K.
Came here on a sat night and it was packed. Couldn't get a seat in the dining room but sat at one of tables at the bar. The bar area and dining room area are split. The atmosphere at the bar is "cool" and had good music. We ordered sushi, a pretzel burger, potato wedges and drinks which were all decent, but nothing that blew my mind. Sushi quality was good and larger in size :) Drink menu is extensive obviously in vodka so if you love vodka, check this place out! Same company/owners of gamlin whiskey house.
(3)Amanda P.
OBSESSED! First time I went here was on a Valentine's Day date. We made a reservation and sat in a low lit romantic corner. We ordered a "Goblet" and it was incredible. I think that was the Swedish Fish one. It says it's enough for 4... But we were happy sharing it with just the two of us... And felt great afterward ;). I ordered sushi YUMMM and he got a burger! We couldn't have been happier! The next time was the weekend of the Cardinals Opening Game 2015. We were craving another "goblet" so we got the "puy galore"! VERY YUMMY! Again the food was remarkable. If you're looking for a unique experience Nd great food you definitely want to check out this hot spot!
(5)Rachelle M.
Not sure why there are so many bad reviews! We had a great time! Note! If you go on your bday (you must supply picture id) you get a free bottle of vodka! We had two different rolls of sushi, unfortunately i cant remember which ones, but they were great! Our server was as attentive and helpful. Our drinks were great! Plan on spending some money, but it was a great bday dinner!
(5)Matt G.
The food and drinks are great, but the staffing leaves much to be desired. I've been multiple times and every time is waited for service on the high end of 10 minutes, only to be talked to like I was an immigrant at Ellis Island in the early 1900's...in short they were rude. If you like vodka go, if you like smiles and a friendly experience, I'd try somewhere else. There's a friendly guy in a donkey costume across the street, just saying.
(2)Caprice F.
SubZero is a staple for a hip restaurant and bar in CWE. They have a shaved ice bar which is pretty cool and feature an extensive variety of vodka. They even have a vodka club in which you earn points for buying drinks which you can cash in for items. Also if you are in the club you get a free full size bottle of vodka on your birthday. But you have to go on on your actual birthday to get it. Its true, I've done it! They're menu is unique in that it features sushi snd gourmet burgers. Yes, that's it. And the food is excellent! I've been here a number of times and have had the sushi and burgers, and you seriously can't go wrong either way. The sushi is kind of expensive compared to other restaurants but it is good. As for the burgers, I've had the World's Fair burger (which is huge and delicious) and the Colorado lamburger (which i didn't really care for much, it was a little too dry for me). The service is typically good. There are also party rooms downstairs which are nice and feature their own bars. You really can't go wrong with SubZero but i will say their menu is so extensive that i always have a hard time deciding what to eat. It's hard enough deciding between sushi and burgers, but once you've decided that, then you have to decide what you want to order in that particular category which is hard. It's always a struggle.
(4)Glenn C.
After reading so many negative reviews on Yelp, I was prepared to not like this place. It seemed the main highlights in the reviews involved the sweet potato fries and the many vodkas available. We came in for Saturday lunch, and ordered three World Fair burgers and a veggie burger, with salads and edamame as our sides, along with my side of those sweet potato fries (wonderfully crisp), and iced tea. The food was prompt, hot and very delicious. The waiter was really nice, and patient with my cousin, who is 82 years old and asks a million questions. I would have given it 5 stars, but it was pretty expensive for what it was...two burgers with one side each, and 2 iced teas cost me around $40. I would definitely come back, preferably with someone else's wallet.
(4)Ut O.
I went for the first time this past weekend with my boyfriend and three friends. We arrived at about 11:30 and it was crazy crowded. It was very hard to find a table so we were excited to see when a group got up to leave. Once we sat down, and ordered, it was much better. I got the sushi Bloody Mary which was awesome because it came with shrimp, three olives, ginger, and wasabi. I also ordered one of the special rolls and it was delicious!
(4)Morgan W.
Loved the sushi and vodka!! My friend raved about this resturant so naturally my family had to try it out during a visit to the city. Service was great and no complants about the food. Come on by for a great time with some great food.
(5)Julia J.
The shrimp and the hummus and pita were appealing visually and also had good flavor. The sushi special had a great presentation but the spice was slightly overwhelming and cancelled out the minute flavors. The staff was friendly and polite. Very helpful and know the menu well.
(4)Brian M.
If you're going to just drink, this is your place. The food is average at best. Wait staff not knowledgeable about menu and was not able to give recommendations. If you want sushi, go across the street. Turkey burger was dry. When I let the wait staff know, she was rude and defensive. Burgers and sushi in a vodka bar? What's their speciality? Oh yea, it's vodka.
(1)Kristin H.
It is fun to scratch the frosty ice off the ice bar and to press your palm down on the cold surface - especially on a hot Sunday afternoon. My Moscow Mule was unremarkable, but refreshing as expected. Didn't have to leave a deposit for use of the copper mug. We absolutely loved the nachos we ordered. Light chips, tangy Mexican cheese, and crumbly beef hit the spot for a happy hour snack. The maki roll we ordered, however, was not good. Below average taste and quite pricey. Huge disappointment after the nachos. We thought the place was known for sushi. .... too bad.
(3)Steve R.
Great place. Fun atmosphere. Amazing selection of vodkas. Great service that really wants to help you find the right drink for you; Robert was great. If you want a spicy martini, try the Antioxidant but ask to mix in the Bitterman's Hellfire (habenero) bitters. The Antioxidant has blueberry vodka, pomegranate vodka, pom juice and cranberry juice. The sweet berries and habenero bitters work well together. I suggest 6 to 12 drops depending on how hot you want. I also love the blood orange martini (which had blood orange vodka, triple sec, lime juice, cranberry juice, and blood orange liqueur) but mix in Bitterman's Tiki bitters, which adds nutmeg and cinnamon. Tastes like Christmas.
(5)Rachel D.
This is my favorite place to eat not just in the west end but in Saint Louis! Great service and ambiance! I came for the sushi ( best dragon roll in town) but have come back repeatedly for the Kobe beef nachos! They are to die for!
(5)Justin K.
Don't know how the food was because we never received service. Started with the hostess putting us on hold at the entrance so she could answer a phone call, then sat us outside where no one served us. Waited 15 minutes for a server before we finally got up and left, was looking forward to visiting but now will not be back. Walked across the street and got served immediately.
(1)Christina R.
New management has this place going down the tubes. Higher prices and lower quality food than in previous years...they have also removed/modified some previously great menu items. Horrible service on top of all that. Latest visit has left a sour taste in my mouth and I will not be returning.
(1)Mark G.
Clearly the vodka options have to be very good and they are very very good! The food isn't bad either. Sushi has always been fresh and delicious. The burgers are unique enough to be interesting. Love the ice bar. It's about the overall experience and Sub Zero has never disappointed.
(4)Jessica M.
I'm not a vodka connoisseur, but I do like it! And it's usually my drink of choice, behind beer and wine. However if you are a vodka connoisseur, Sub-Zero probably isn't going to fulfill your vodka cravings. But if you're like me, then Sub-Zero will probably just meet your expectations for bar that offers a variety of fun, creative mixed drinks. My most recent visit to Sub-Zero was on a Tuesday night to meet a friend for drinks. We were celebrating her birthday and also playing catch-up. The reason we choose Sub-Zero for drinks was because she was a member of the "Vodka Club" and was told she'd receive a free bottle of vodka for her birthday. We weren't sure what to expect.....technically a "free bottle of vodka" could mean some small bottle from the bottle shelf of the bar. Luckily we were wrong! The "free bottle of vodka" was a 750ml bottle of London Vodka. I immediately signed up for the "Vodka Club" after the waitress delivered her bottle to our table. We each order two mixed drinks. She asked the bartender for a custom chocolaty drink and he came up with something really delicious! I ordered the caramel macchiato and it tasted just like an alcoholic caramel macchiato! Exactly what I wanted and expected it to be. Sub-Zero offers a food menu, but I have never ordered off of it. This place also gets really packed and crowded on Friday/Saturday nights, so be warned, although it can be fun!
(3)Laura K.
We went for the boyfriends birthday yesterday (free bottle of vodka if you're a vodka club member!) We both ordered Moscow Mules to start ($10 each) which were not served in the tradition copper mugs.. Odd. Then we both ordered Burgers, he ordered the Bacon Bourbon BBQ Burger ($14) and I ordered two Sub Zero sliders ($13 - I chose to get a Classic and a BBQ Bison) with sweet potato fries - these fries were really good! However, both of our orders came out wrong. He got the the Sub Zero Bacon Boursin (this was not that good, especially when you're expecting a burger with cheese and drenched in BBQ sauce!) One of my Sliders, which was supposed to be the BBQ Bison, came out plain with a mango salsa on it? Not really sure if this was our waiters fault from putting our orders in wrong, or if the kitchen staff and bar tender just weren't paying attention. We are reevaluating if the free Bottle of Pearl constitutes the mediocre (and overpriced) food here. Probably not.
(2)Chris Z.
I like Sub Zero... They just suck on weekend nights. We visited at about 10pm on a Saturday for a late dinner after a concert. There was a short wait, which was fine. But it seemed to take forever to get one of the 5 bartender's attention. After we ordered a few drinks, our table was ready. The music was so loud, the bartender couldn't communicate with us effectively and screwed up our tab. He fixed it, but we had to wait a while. For dinner, we ordered a few appetizers and some rolls. Everything came out all at once. Service simply sucks on the weekend. The food is still good, but the experience is so much better when they're not trying to cater to the wanna-be crowd. Sub Zero, I love you... when you are not distracted.
(2)Jeff H.
There's that scene in The Matrix where Neo says, "I need Vodka, lots of vodka." Then this infinite wall of vodka slides into the picture and Neo decides to chill versus fight the Matrix No wait, that's not right... Sub Zero does have an insane amount of variety. The cocktails options are also plentiful, along with a great food menu. Don't take the blue pill, the red one's more fun, visit Sub Zero soon!
(4)Aaron O.
We went for a family dinner Saturday the 28th and unfortunately that was clearly not a good night to go. Initial impression was that of an over priced hipster sports bar. Every television had the basketball games on and the crowd was obviously holding on to their tables just to watch the game. We did have reservations and arrived early and allowed to wait at the bar. Went back to the hostess at our reservation time and stood there for several minutes before we were acknowledged again and brought to our table. Unfortunately conversation was out of the question and even the waitress had to literally get face to face with us to take our orders as the tables around us were clearly more involved in the game and their volume levels dominated anything else in the restaurant. Food wise we ordered a starter of the spicy tempura pickles. Main dishes were a customized lamb burger with fries, a banh mi burger with octopus salad, a sushi roll, a ahi tuna salad, and another burger that I dont remember. The pickles were overly battered and well done with only the thinest slices of pickles on the interior. To call these tempura battered is really stretching things as this was not a light batter on these pickles and the tempura flavor was no where present. The dipping sauce was good but not enough for even half the order of the pickles. The lamb burger and fries came out cold which was made them tough to eat. The ahi-tune salad lacked any noticeable flavor and was considerable under dressed for the size of the plate. The octopus salad was extremely overcooked and very rubbery, and the banh mi burger lacked the flavoring that you would expect from a traditional banh mi sandwich. The sushi roll and the other burger were nothing special and those in our party that ordered them saying they were okay but nothing stood out in them. Seems like many of the "in" places to eat in St. Louis Sub Zero is afraid to season their food and the blandness in those dishes that should have been wonderful complex flavors became the stand out point of the dish. We were left trying to find salt or pepper to try and bring out some sense of the flavors that should have been there. Our waitress however was nice and friendly and apologized several times for the overly loud folks "dining" around us. However while exceptional taste can make up for poor service, exceptional service cannot make up for poor food. In the end Im not sure I could recommend this place for anything more than drinks, they have a large drink menu to satisfy any thirst but the food will still leave you hungry and desiring something more.
(2)N B.
Disappointing management. After reconciling my credit card bill with my receipt from Sub Zero, I saw that the Waiter (Alex) had added additional tip. I will refrain from speculating as to whether this was intentional, or an accident. I called the restaurant and asked to speak to the Manager (Jeremy) to 1) bring it to his attention and, 2) request some form of amendment. I was told by whoever answered the phone "the Manager was out temporarily and that he would call me back the same day". I never got a call back that day, or ever. A few days later, I tried reaching out via email to their website address. Again, after a few days never got a reply. Third and final attempt...called again and talked to someone willing to make things right (Jennifer, not the Manager). She apologized, saying that the "emails always go directly to the Manager" (not her fault). She promised a refund for the tip, and gift certificate. I got the refund, but then never received a gift certificate. This was a negative experience overall for me, and one for which I am chalking it up to this restaurant's poor management/leadership. As patrons, we agree to participate in fair practice. This restaurant fumbled my financial transaction, and (when finally responded to) proceeded to fall apart on their promises for correction. There are too many good restaurants in the Central West End to put up with unprofessional behavior. Sub Zero has lost my business.
(1)Annie S.
This is an excellent place to go to get a few drinks and catch up with friends. They have an extensive list of vodka drinks and give you a free bottle on your birthday, or so I've heard. I went there this weekend and had a good time. The music was great and it was fairly crowded so a little tough to get to the bar and order a drink. In addition to the bar area, they have a section where they serve food and have lots of tables. There, it's more of a restaurant/cafe atmosphere so depending on which you prefer, you can have both styles.
(3)Katie H.
World's Fair Burger - The fact that this burger comes with two patties was the big selling point to me! But I have to say that the patties themselves were only mildly seasoned - I guess the basic Angus patty is kinda boring and I might have to try the grassfed patty next time. The jalepino cheese sauce wasn't spicy AT ALL, which was disappointing. The onions and peppers were flavorful! And the bacon looked nice, but actually didn't have much flavor. Philly Cheesesteak Burger - This is the burger my husband got. I tried I bite, but it seemed even less flavorful than my burger. However, he really enjoyed it. Sweet potato fries - Awesome! They had the perfect amount of crips on the outside and soft on the inside. They aren't seasoned at all which is kind of nice. I just added a little s&p and they were perfect for me! Overall I was fine with what I got, but I had very high expectations considering the amazing options and considering the high prices. I think I would like to go back and try something completely different and see if it impresses me.
(3)lana o.
Stopped by with my husband to try their ZAKUSKA PLATTER which consists of Syrniki (Russian cheese pancakes), pickled seasonal veggies, sour cream and caviar. What a joke! The so-called Syrniki have nothing to do with the Russian recipe (believe me, I know what I'm talking about). Folks from Sub Zero should learn from Tatyana, the owner of the Handlebar. how to make them! Pickled seasonal veggies? What's served on the platter at Sub Zero is not the kind of pickles a Russian would call a pickle (too salty - the Russian-style pickles are always lightly salted/marinated!). To get the real thing, go to Global Foods! Finally, the caviar... The one Sub Zero offers may be good enough to sprinkle their sushi rolls, but in Russia this kind of caviar would never be offered as a zakuska (=appetizer) - period!
(1)Anna M.
Drinks are amazing. Sushi and salad are amazing. The Pickle Mary is the best bloody marry I have ever had, definitely recommend it.
(5)Lisa K.
yuck and nasty as far as the the food goes.. Very disappointed. only come here to pay ridiculously expensive prices for decent drink.. lots of vodka selection but food was very disappointing. Less then impressed, maybe they should only be a vodka bar because the food is not so good. And I am home today with food poisoning to boot.. Wish I would have skipped this place completely. Thanks a lot subzero for the present to take home.
(1)Samantha K.
Excellent dirty martini. We went here fairly early and it was already packed. Could barely move and it was November so outside wasn't an option.
(3)Jelena Z.
Sorry guys, but I really can't get on board with your sushi. Next time, I'll try one of those burgers you keep braggin' on. But, big props for featuring a $6 cocktail every day! My poison pick? Allow me to recommend Pearl Caramel vodka with soda. Did you know caramel mixed with soda = a dreamy cream soda? Bell Biv DeVoe... now you know (I've always wanted to drop that).
(3)Jackie B.
Went to dinner here with 6 people last night. It was a Tuesday, so we weren't expecting our party size to be an issue. Everyone ordered a cocktail of some kind - taking anywhere from 10-15 minutes to make it to our table from the bar. We also ordered appetizers that did not come out before the main courses, which was a shame because the Spicy Tempura Pickles were very good! Most of us ordered sushi rolls, all different kinds, and all were enjoyed. Overall, the drinks and food were good when they finally made it to our table, but the service was lackluster and slow.
(3)Shirin T.
I'm going to keep to short and sweet. Food was delicious, drinks were great and services was lovely! Just yum yum yum :-)
(5)Issy P.
The sushi is good. Happy hours is pretty good too but somethings like their hamburgers are WAY over priced. I had a sushi burger which was SO BLAND and cost $18, my drink was tiny and watered down with a ton of ice for $12 so the only thing that was SUB ZERO was my WALLET when I left.
(2)Danielle M.
Meh. Not gonna lie, I don't think the sushi is that great. The last time we came here, the service was so-so as well. We knew it might be sub-par when the server addressed my husband as "hey bud". That might work on the crowd that frequents this place after the dinner-hour, but really? It just rubbed us both the wrong way. I came in for the single fact that on your birthday, if you're on their email list, they will give you a bottle of vodka. An entire bottle of vodka! It seems to be a different one all the time, as my mother in law got a Birthday Cake flavor, while I was given a plain bottle of Absolut. Not too shabby! As I said earlier though, the sushi didn't really wow us, but their cocktail list and choice of vodkas brought their stars up. I will be back to try some more of their great sounding martinis, but probably not again to eat - though maybe I would try one of their burgers, which always sound great.
(3)Christina M.
We stopped by for a very late night meal after a Cardinals game. The bar was super busy, but we did not drink (maybe this was our mistake). I had the ahi tuna salad. The tuna was too well done (I asked for medium rare, should have said rare - my mistake), but the lettuce leaves were warm, which made for a less than appetizing salad. The dressing wasn't very flavorful which didn't help. The salad was fairly expensive for this experience ($17). My husband had the double cheeseburger which he said just tasted like a regular burger, nothing special. I don't think I'd come back next time I'm in town (but then again, I'm more of a foodie than a drinker).
(2)Alexis B.
I wen't here a few days ago 9/16/14 for a dinner with one of my good friends. The hostess sat us, and We we're literally there for half an hour, NO ONE came to get our drink orders or anything. Tons of servers were walking around not really doing anything. I know they had to have noticed that we didn't have anything on our table, and that we read our menus because they were pushed to the side. After the 30 minutes of no Service we got up and left and headed to Llywelyns Pub. Which had great staff service. Hopefully if I go back to Sub Zero, things will be different. But I don't know if I would like to.
(1)Mary Kate M.
Sub Zero meets less than sub par standards... Ok, I get it. It's the place "to see and to be seen" place in the CWE for yuppies galore yadda yadda who thinks it is so cool to get sushi. I just don't see the overwhelming appeal of it really. I've ate here a few times and have sampled quite a bit of the menu, but it still leaves me not that fully impressed. - Sub-0's sushi is not as fresh to me as I've had at other sushi places with the price you're paying for it. Overpriced is definitely a good way of describing it. - Burgers are probably the better choice for those of you who want to get more bang for your buck than the mediocre sushi. - Drinks are overpriced and over diluted with the mixers than the actual alcohol contents unless you're ordering a vodka drink. Only then of course you will have solely the vodka! - Ambiance is cool and they can accommodate to large groups in their downstairs seating area. Overall, unless someone is just dying to go here -- I try to stay away. Drunken Fish to me isn't any better than Sub Zero either.....
(3)Kate B.
Seeing MK's review of SubZero has brought to my attention that I did in fact eat there two nights ago and decided it was due-time for a review update. This place kinda blows now. Really. They expanded the restaurant and I feel like that while they can hold more people, the service and most of everything else has slipped in quality. Quantity over quality seems to be their thing now. Jeez. I hate it when this happens to a place I once loved! On our most recent trip there, Sean and I were seated in the far back of the restaurant. It was just an empty-ish room with a couple or two in there, and us, and that's it. I was terrified that our waitress would never return once she took our drink order. It was like the one time at Rooster when they seated us in the corner and then proceeded to ignore us for over an hour....yeah. And damn, were we starved. Thankfully we didn't get ignored but the service was still really really crappy. She took our drink order and our food order. My sushi roll came out almost immediately. We still hadn't received water or my blueberry pomegranate champagne drink that I ordered. Bizarre. Sean's burger was missing too. So picture us sitting there with NO water, no alcoholic drink (for me), and no burger for Sean. Just a plate of sushi and confused looks. Not even a single drop to wash down the sushi! Good thing I didn't choke! She never brought us water. I had to ask the damn food runner for water and he seemed extremely appalled/embarrassed that no one had even brought us water. I have no clue who was responsible for that, but he didn't bring us any either. When the waitress finally came back to our table, we asked her for water and she didn't even apologize. It was really awful. Seriously? That's like, the first thing you do when someone sits down. WATER!!!!! I still tipped her well though because my food and drink tasted pretty good or maybe it was just my starving stomach speaking for me. Sean thought his burger was "OK" but it tasted pretty bland to me. Really, I wanted to give them 2 stars but the fact that they serve late night food (till like 12:45am I think!!) and the fact that the Euclid Roll literally makes my mouth water every time I think about it....those are the only reasons why I return. Also with the new seating it IS easier to get a table when it's crowded but not by much. I like the fact that they have OpenTable too. So yeah, in summation... Pros: -Serves food hella late, yay! -Euclid Roll is suuuper amazing and always fresh. -Sean and I can both find an item we like on the menu. -Vast drink selection. -They do OpenTable seating and with expansion, there are more seats. Cons: -Overpriced. -Usually too crowded for comfort. -Massive cloud of cig smoke near the front door area. -Super ultra trendy yuppie-ite scum who go there. -Burger tastes like blah. (and you have to pay separately for your fries, lolwhut) -Service usually blows. Very uncoordinated staff. -Drinks aren't that great quality wise but lots to pick from. -Music is God-awful and WAY TOO FUCKING LOUD. Turn that shit down, please. My throat was sore by the end of our time there from practically shouting just so Sean could hear what I was saying and he was sitting a foot away from me. Barely. I dunno.... it's a toss-up.
(3)Jill M.
I would give the drinks 5 stars for creativity, but the sushi I had was weird...and when sushi is borderline weird, you just don't want to eat it. I had the Bacon Bloody Mary to drink, which had bacon flavored vodka and 2 strips of bacon in it - interesting and tasty! The sushi all tasted the same (even though we got 5 different rolls) and had such large chunks of fish that something just didn't seem right. Also, it was about 5 degrees out and we were seated next to a giant window with frigid air blowing through, and they made a big deal out of moving us to another table. We had reservations so not sure what the problem was. Overall, I'd come here again for drinks, there were a lot I'd like to try!
(3)Curtis H.
Totally cool sushi, burger, and vodka bar. I've mainly come here for drinks, but the few appetizers I have sampled have been decent. Their martini list is extensive as is their massive array of vodka offerings. Definitely worth a visit if in the area and thirsty. Will need to sample their sushi on next visit.
(4)Tracy C.
Swung in here for an early dinner after hearing whispers of gluten free options. And, yes indeed, those whispers were true. They carry gluten-free hamburger buns making most any of their Signature Burgers up for my consideration! I can't tell you what a treat it is to have a burger on a bun! 99.9% of the time I have to get the burger, hold the bun. But not here! There were so many good looking options I had a hard time choosing. So I took the easy way out and asked the server what was the most popular and went with that (Borsin Burger - black Angus beef, applewood smoked bacon & borsin cheese). It was, indeed, pretty good. The Hubby went the sushi route and tried the Alaskan Roll. He said it was just OK, the fish didn't seem incredibly fresh. (On a side note, they do carry GF soy sauce. Just ask the server for it). I'm giving this place a 3-star because it was A-OK. A good solid dinner but it wasn't fantastic. The prices are a little high but for a burger on a GF bun, I'll pay it.
(3)Renee S.
TERRIBLE!!! I went for my first time at the invitation of a birthday party of a sweet friend. The service was absolutely unacceptable. The waitress was rude, ill-informed, and took almost an hour to bring our drinks. She then told us sparkling wine was not on their menu - it was. She decided to take it upon herself to bring a glass of white wine in exchange for the sparkling she said they "no longer carried". Wow. Then - she took my credit card and kept it for nearly another hour before I had to literally threaten to call the police if she didn't bring it back. Then to add further insult to injury, I sent an email to the management explaining our horrid experience and he said he was sorry - and would follow up with a complimentary voucher to welcome us back to try one more time. He lied. He never sent it nor ever responded again. Bad service- and would NEVER EVER GO there again - even if they paid me!!! I would give a minus star if I could. oh and PS... our drinks were also horrible even though two of us paid for the upgrade of the better vodka- It was an insult to the taste buds. What a joke!!!
(1)Ayanna B.
They try harder than other spots in the area. Their drinks (especially vodka-based) are great, and if not, they take it seriously and want you to tell them. They serve decent sushi well into the night. It get really REALLY crowded with scenesters, so summertime is best when they also have street seating open. The staff's really friendly and efficient and are really good at talking a belligerent drunk out of the place.
(4)Niki C.
Sexy interior although the big wall in the middle of the room really cuts into the ambience. Better for intimate dates than a big group of drunk twenty-somethings.
(4)Madonna M.
I have to say that mixing sushi with any other cuisine is risky, especially if that other will be sandwiches. Having said this, I was very impressed with both. The sushi is fresh and the Falafel sandwich I had was wonderful. The place is lucky to be in the location that it is in, otherwise it would be a total flop. Simultaneously, it is also trying to be a vodka bar, which is not a bad idea, but ruins the sushi concept, in my opinion. Nevertheless, the service (Kristine) was wonderful. Would totally visit again.
(4)Matthew R.
I love vodka, so I was really excited about this place. Good selcetion and decent service. The crowd was typical Central West End, so no complaints from me there.. However, the idea of an ice-topped bar didn't really work as well as they might have planned. This isn't Vegas. When you just come in from the freezing ass 2 degree St. Louis weather, the last thing you want to saddle up to is a bar made of ice.
(3)Diane P.
I went to SubZero on a typical hot and humid day in STL. My friends and I came around 10pm-ish... which is typical for a dead bar. What happened when we came? The place was PACKED. Luckily, we found a spot near the bar and ordered several drinks. It was specials on vodka night, and dang, they were cheap! Five dollars for whatever vodka mixer. Amazing! I wished I remember what Eastern European vodka I had because I wanted to buy a bottle of it ever since. The staff was courteous and always willing with suggestions. Their helpfulness helped me have a better experience at SubZero. I never had the food, but the wait staff brought out food by the mother load. It has to be good, right?
(4)Shane R.
right in the heart of the trendier part of the cwe. very contemporary hip atmosphere. mostly people in their 20s. bar made of ice is a cool idea, but you're going to pay for it. drinks were not particularly memorable.
(3)Stephani B.
The owner of Sub Zero Vodka Bar have opened up an upscale burger restaurant right next door. They offer burgers that range from SW Veggie Burgers to Kobe Beef & Lobster Tail burgers with much more interesting side then just fries. We liked the ambiance (similar to the vodka bar) and the food was hit or miss. The tempura vegetable side and the sweet potato fries were amazing, but the classic burger was nothing better than I could make myself. The succisa and buffalo mozzarella burger was pretty good, but next time (and I will definitely go back) I'm looking to try the Lamburger with hummus, mint and cucumber.
(3)Jake H.
I would love to hate this place, but I can't. Despite being super douchey their drinks are great and the food is always surprisingly good. Damn you sub-zero.
(4)Andrew R.
This is a pretty cool bar with pretty good food. I was surprised that I hadn't tried SubZero out before last night. They had a great drink menu with a ton of different types of martinis and vodkas to choose from. My wife's bling bling drink looked awesome. We went there wanting burgers and I would say they were better than normal but not quite what I hoped. I would recommend going with 1 burger instead of the sliders. That was my fault. Each slider was good but I would have rather had 1 full for my meal. The BBQ Bison, Classic were good and the Turkey Burger with Cranberry and some creamy cheese was the best. Overall, I would go back for sure, but maybe a little pricey for what your eating. 3 drinks and 1 beer and our alcohol bill was about $35 and for two burger entrees, that portion of the bill was $28. Not a lot for a cool place, but just kind of wanted more (not food) for some reason when we left. Perhaps we were just off the ordering game this evening.
(3)Elizabeth B.
Sleek and sexy, just the sort of place you'd expect to find in any major chic city. The sushi is pretty good; better than most in St. Louis, though expensive for what it is. The drinks and vodkas are fantastic. I especially enjoyed the sushi mary, which is a bloody mary served with a side of wasabi, ginger, and a shrimp. Extra wasabi in the sushi mary was excellent.
(4)drew h.
one of my favorite bars in st. louis. great selection of VODKA (and stocks most of my HANGAR 1 FAVORITES, if not all). the staff is really good with their mixing technique with a touch of flair. you seriously can not believe how many people in st. louis screw up mixing vodka, but they have it down to an art. i love the "ICE" layer on the bar, which constantly keeps your drink cool, but not watered down. hands down, they make the best MARTINIS as well. normal central west end crowd. i dub this place cooler than a penguin's ass. probably why its called SUBZERO. if its too cool for you, then take your ass somewhere else.
(5)Brady M.
Sometimes, and unfortunately, people think sub zero has become too dudebro. While I understand where these people are coming from, they are missing the excellent vodka selection (though they need to add Tall Blonde) and even better burgers (which are probably the most underrated burger in the city). While sub zero may have become a victim of it's own popularity in some people's eyes, it is still an excellent place to grab a drink and a bite.
(4)Sarah B.
I really want to give them 4 stars, because vodka is my liquor and I enjoyed the cocktails, but we ordered the potato skins and they were not good. Runny warm sour cream, and way too spicy for me. We left a lot on the plate. However, the cocktail list was immense, so I would return for the drinks. I had the cucumber lemongrass and the antioxidant, my friend had one of the champagne cocktails and the cosmo. They also had an extensive vodka list, which I would also try. I may never make it back to St Louis but if I do, I'll remember Sub Zero.
(3)Nicole R.
I live very close to Sub Zero and I recommend it to all my friends. However, last time my sister came in town, she wanted sushi. I ordered 8 rolls for carry out. When we ate the rolls I could not have been any more disappointed or embarrassed after I raved about the place. It tasted like tuna from a can! I did not pay $90 + tip to be served some Chicken of the Sea. Not sure if there's a new kitchen staff or new management, but I won't be going back any time soon. Sad. It was my favorite place.
(1)Paige N.
I was introduced SubZero for the first time during the fall. The evening we went was particularly mild still, so we snagged a table outside on the sidewalk on a weekday night. So I can't really speak to the inside decor of the restaurant, but I love anyplace where you can sit outside, so I was very happy. Our waiter had literally been working at Sub Zero a mere two days (it came out when I asked him what drinks he recommended) but he still gave us pretty good service. He recommended the blueberry martini after I'd been eyeing the chocolate covered strawberry one, so I decided to give it a whirl. It was a great recommendation - there was some serious blueberry puree muddled at the bottom, which made it taste great even to the last sips. We went sushi-happy that evening and ordered a bunch of different rolls to share. It's been a while since this happened, but as well as I can remember, we got the caterpillar role, Euclid roll, and Lucas roll. Everything was great - my favorite roll that evening would have been the Lucas roll - it had both avocado and eel; two of my favorites. Since I've only been the one time, that's the extent of what I can say about Sub Zero, but I had a very good first experience there. And a friend of mine told me that it's a great bar to go on New Year's Eve - absolutely packed, tons of shots being passed around and a fun atmosphere to celebrate in. Guess I'll have to try it sometime. :)
(4)Thad P.
Great atmosphere, smack dab in CWE. Sushi or burgers, great drinks, all at the same place.
(4)Lori H.
Below is my first review of this place which I originally gave four stars... But I went there again tonight and it was so amazing, I needed to give it five stars! In the evening until 6pm they have a happy hour drink specials, as well as 1/2 price appetizers! We had the nachos and spicy tempura chicken and both were AMAZING! Our waitress was very attentive and helped us decide on food and drinks! I definitely suggest checking this place out, especially during happy hour! ORIGINAL POST BELOW Great martini,strong and yummy! They have sooo many specialty drinks, so if you like cocktails... You need to check them out.The waitress was very friendly and informative about drink choices and food. I had a turkey burger and onion rings and they were both pretty good. My friend got fried zucchini which was also yummy! I would recommend it.
(5)Sheldale L.
I went to Subzero to enjoy a few drinks for my birthday. I had read past reviews and had to try these martinis everyone raved about! They are just as good as everyone before me has said! They were just strong enough and the bartender definitely knew what she was doing! Awesome drinks! I also mentioned it was my birthday and signed up for their vodka club and they have me a free bottle of vodka! The whole bar is very modern with loud music and a young atmosphere! The frozen bar top kept your drinks cold and the temperature just right! I will be returning to this bar when we visit St. Louis again!
(5)Dez E.
So, this is my latest CWE obsession. I am seriously obsessed with this place. The other night, we were celebrating a friend's birthday and stopped in here for a few drinks. The drinks were effing amazing. Let me try to remember what I had... -Strawberry Banana Bellini ($9) -Tiger's Blood ($9) -Caramel Macchiato ($9) -Milk Chocolate ($9) -Strawberry-Pomegranate Lemonade ($9) So, the drinks are expensive, but you definitely feel them rather quickly. My favorite is the Tiger's Blood. For those of you who love snow cones, this tastes just like one. It's fantastic. If you like champagne, the Bellini is good. The Caramel Macchiato is so exciting! It comes out bubbling and foamy, and is extremely delicious. The Milk Chocolate is strong as hell, but is delicious. They're all pretty good! The sushi is pretty fresh-tasting, too. I stuck with the classics, ordering a spicy tuna roll ($6.75) and a vegetable roll ($6.25). Each one came with six pieces, and was pretty good. One of the things I love most about this place is the snow/ice-covered bar. It's a great place to make baby footprints and cool your hands down. Oh, and to keep your drink cold. I also love their rewards card. A free bottle of vodka on your birthday? Yes, please!
(5)Richard D.
Good salads and beer but other than that I will pass on this place for what they charge I would expect better however they will give you a free bottle of vodka on your birthday. The bar with the ice on it is kind of cool but I just think it's cheaper to go elsewhere in the same block for the same service.
(3)Tom T.
Incredible sushi during our visit and the drinks were great! I highly recommend the Irish Breakfast Shot if you are in a drinking mood and if you like bacon!! Plus, lots of vodka!!! I will definitely be back!!
(5)Devorah L.
In a neighborhood with so many great restaurants and cocktail bars, Sub Zero Vodka Bar leaves a lot to be desired. They seem to focus on quantity rather than quality. Their extensive list of vodka cocktails overwhelms, but I'm not left with the feeling that I want to try them all. The challenge is finding a drink that isn't revolting yet also has enough imagination to warrant the expensive price tag. I often fail this challenge and am forced to wait for the ice to water down my drink to drown out the flavor. Similarly their menu of burgers and sushi is an interesting combination that they did not master. On my last visit, I decided to keep it simple and hope for the best. I ordered a spicy tuna roll and some tempura. The tempura was edible, but I only ate a couple pieces of the roll before giving up. The spicy sauce spoiled the roll, leaving it with a strange smoky flavor not fitting for sushi. When the waitress came to clear my uneaten dish I explained this to her and she acknowledged that their spicy tuna was meant to have this foul flavor. I had ordered this traditional sushi item instead of a crazy roll, hoping that they would not mess up something so simple. It would have been nice to have been informed before ordering, by the menu or my server, that this menu item too had been ruined with the Sub Zero curse of creativity without talent. However, like their food, their service fell flat. On my last visit, they gave only two menus to our party of seven for dinner! If you like paying expensive prices for unsatisfying food this is the place for you. The one cool thing about this place is they give you a free bottle of vodka on your birthday if you come in for a drink. You can then go home and enjoy your vodka in the comfort of your own home, with food that does not disgust and cocktails made to your liking.
(2)Kathy M.
My daughter had just adopted a new puppy and we were looking for a dog friendly place to stop for lunch. We ended up at Sub Zero Vodka Bar and were very happy with our choice! We sat on their patio and they even brought a water dish for our new dog. I have to admit that we did not enter the bar, so I really can't speak to the inside decor or atmosphere. We ordered a worlds fair burger, slinger, st Louis backyard, California chicken, sweet potato fries, grilled veggies and a pitcher of Euclid lemonade. Everything was excellent! We spent $15 a person on lunch plus drinks. It might be considered a little pricey for some. That being said, if you're good with the prices, it is definitely worth a visit or more.
(4)Yuejun W.
I love sushi there!
(4)Chelsea B.
Hosted a private bachelorette dinner here in the basement. Service was awesome! The people that work here are so friendly and accommodating. We rented a party bus for after the dinner and the manager even helped us bring in our provisions for the bus and stored them out of the way for us until it was time to leave. The basement area was big enough for all of us and was very private. Our bartenders were super friendly and made awesome drinks, while the food was replenished in a timely fashion and everyone raved about the Spicy Chicken Tempura. I cannot rave enough how great this was and easy to plan. Definitely recommend hosting private events here.
(5)Taylor B.
Ask if they can mix the bacon Bloody Mary with the pickled Bloody Mary, they can. And you won't regret a minute of it.
(5)Jean B.
Yum
(5)Jason C.
Solid atmosphere; the servers are attentive. Had the Lamb Burger; it was ok, I'd probably try another entree. Haven't tried the sushi yet. They have a bar in the front and more open seating in the adjacent room. Overall, the atmosphere and the service are quite good; the food is ok, probably dependent upon what you order. I would return.
(3)Benjamin S.
Favorite and Freshest Sushi in town! Friendly attentive bartenders! Great burgers too, and strong martini s...
(5)Dotty R.
Why 5 stars? Well did I tell you I was a vodka buff? We have been to this place several times since May of 2011 and not once have I had a BAD drink. I love vodka and the first time my boyfriend and I went, they allowed us to sample a lot of things. Needless to say, I had to drive us home that day, LOL. What I like about Sub Zero is that they have many selections and drink creations. I can always have my vodka in more ways than one, AND I can taste different ones. The atmosphere is diverse and relaxed (like I like it). I'm sorry that I can't tell you how the food is because we've always gone for an after-dinner drink or two, but when we do finally eat here, I'll let you know. I have not had bad service, the bartenders were always pleasant, and I always felt relaxed here. Humm..maybe it was the alcohol, LOL. If you like vodka, this is the place to be. Although the drinks can be a little pricey, stick to the Vodka of the week and you will be okay.
(5)Aimee K.
Three new must-haves: the vegetable tempura (as simple as it is), the caterpillar roll, and the jalapeño burger. My drink choice still stands with the cucumber basil. Sub Zero keeps winning!
(5)Lisa C.
I can only speak to my recent drinking experience. In what universe is a Bud Select more expensive than a Smithwick's? In the Sub Zero universe. I'm sorry, but I can drink better cocktails at other establishments (hint: I love you, Melt. Come home with me) for half the price. I'm a cheapskate. What can I say?
(2)Bria K.
This restaurant was a bit of a joke. Perhaps we had the wrong server, but she had absolutely no knowledge of the menu. At a vodka bar, one would assume that the wait staff is educated on the vodka; however, our server continued to deflect questions about actual vodkas to the more poplar martinis offered on the menu. While I understand that this can be considered a college bar and their most popular drinks are mixed drinks, we were disappointed that someone serving in the bar area of the restaurant was completely uneducated on simple vodka topics. An example: Member of our party- "We prefer to drink Absolut Citron on the rocks with a twist of lemon, do you have anything different but comparable on the menu?" Our Waitress- "Um, there are martinis in the front of the menu." Member of our party- "Thanks, I'll check those out. In the meantime, do you have citron vodkas that are not in mixed drinks." Our Waitress- "Probably, but I can show you my favorite mixed drinks on the menu." As it turns out, once we reached the back of the extensive vodka portion of the menu, there was a citron vodka section that she could have easily directed us to. I think this was my last visit.
(1)Meghan P.
Carlton was out server. He was fantastic!! The drink menu had a wide variety of choices from beers to champagne and the burgers were to die for! The rumor is true, you do get a whole bottle of vodka for your birthday! Overall; great service, delicious food, stout drinks, and a cool atmosphere.
(5)Mykia O.
I went here for a birthday party and I must say the service was great, but the appetizers were mediocre. I guess it's slightly unfair to say that being that I was starving and was not in the mood for tiny pieces of sushi and vodka, so that may be my bad. However the drinks were good, I ended up just drinking beer towards the end. It's not a very big place but it's cozy and we were seated in the very front however it still felt intimate despite the noise and the constant foot traffic. All in all, if you like sushi, and vodka this may be a good place for you.
(3)Scott A.
Food was par,NO SUBSTITUTE ON BURGERS, sushi was not bad, bloodyMary was good, Moscow mule came in a regular glass, Banana martini had no banana and was a small glass..for the $$ I can get better food in this great city of st.louis!
(2)Katherine B.
Delicious burger - I had a cheesy green chile cheeseburger. Plenty of cheese! It would've been better on a pretzel bun, the bun it came with crumbled horribly. Not sure if the bread was fresh or maybe it was toasted a little too long. I ordered a pitcher of back 9, which really needed to be sweetened. Our waitress brought us simple syrup after we asked for it. The tea was completely unsweetened, which was a little unexpected. We had a large party, but our waitress really took good care of us.
(3)Valerie T.
Great bar with good food but bring a sweater it is cold because of the ice bar. It is a fun place so bring your fun friends. I brought my boring friends and am dropping them at the nursing home on my way home even though they don't qualify. They will find something for them to do. I am staying though and hanging at the ice bar!!! I'll see you here. I'll be the one with the
(5)Kirby M.
Back in the day the sushi was good but over time it became not so bueno. Still, The selection of vodka is just ridiculous. They have some decent appetizer specials plus infused vodka specials for happy hour daily, you can definitely do some damage to your liver in very little time then. I've been going later at night, it stays pretty lively until the CWE closes down. You can even make little ice carvings at the bar. For drinks it's a great choice, food is just meh.
(4)Ben S.
Sub Zero's sushi is high quality and delicious. It is also the only sushi restaurant in the area that I am aware of that does not use imitation crab meat. The drinks are tasty and well prepared, and the atmosphere is very nice. Despite Sub Zero's great food, drinks, & atmosphere, I do not go there very often because their prices are extremely high. Not unjustifiably so, but still high nonetheless. You will generally get your money's worth at Sub Zero, but I tend to frequent establishments that have more affordable high-quality options. Again, Sub Zeros prices are justifiable, but there are certainly cheaper alternatives in St. Louis that will give you just as much of an enjoyable experience.
(4)Amy F.
Great happy hour - incredible list of vodkas - fantastic mojo in the Central West End
(5)Shabrina J.
Great list of drinks. I got the Romanoff Bellini, it was good. Mediocre sushi preparation, wouldn't recommend ordering sushi. We had too much rice on the rolls. My friends got a burger and seemed to like it.
(3)The W.
Burgers, sushi, at a vodka bar. Eclectic waitstaff, Shane excellent information about the restaurant and other things to do in St. Louis. A fun experience at good prices. Tried a vodka called cardinal sin that was aged in oak barrels. Smooth good Vodka with great bourbon flavor.
(4)Dustin M.
Tonight was hands down one of the worst if not the worst dining experiences of my life. I arrived with three friends at this establishment at 7:30. We were seated and greeted very promptly. Our waitress was very friendly, but her service was slower than a glacier moves. Our group consistently waited 15 to 20 minutes for drink refills on water and cocktails. We ordered two appetizers and our meal at the same time. 45 minutes after the appetizer order one of the two arrived. The first (cheese balls) were delicious and I highly recommend them. 30 minutes later the second appetizer arrives (pretzel bites) which apparently take an hour to make. They were burnt and not good. Finally almost an hour and a half after we placed our order the entrees arrived. We ordered a cheeseburger, Caesar salad and sushi. Please keep in mind that the entire time we continued to tell our server that the meals was taking extremely long as was drink delivery. When the meals arrived they were cold, prepared incorrectly and inedible. We sent all of the entrees back. One would think at this point that the server would go and get a manager. That didn't happen. My friend had to go inside and find one to speak with. Then 20 minutes after that I had to go back in and ask for our tab from the same manager. I guess we were just expected to continue to wait even after we sent all the food back and we clearly getting angry. The manager did comp our meals and took 50% off of our drink purchases, but honestly I doubt I will ever return. Thanks such for taking food I couldn't eat because it was cold off of my bill. Thanks for comping 50% off of drinks that I consistently had to wait for. I actually asked the waitress to bring me two of the 8oz infused beers at a time because it takes her 30 minutes to come back to the table after she dropped them off. I'm very disappointed!!!! I do not recommend this establishment as a restaurant. Maybe if things change in the future I will update this review...but when the customer has to leave their seat in order to find a manager to fix a problem with their own order I seriously doubt that anyone will be on point enough to make changes in the poor service standards. Shame.
(1)Mariel S.
I came here with a large group of people and the waitress was new, so I understand why the service was slow and it took so long to get out drinks. What I don't understand, though, is why my sushi was so overpriced. It was average quality, 6 pieces of sushi with one piece of shrimp tempura in it and it cost 9 DOLLARS. Usually a roll like this would cost $5-6. If it were great sushi then I would understand, but it was just so-so. Will not be returning here to get ripped off again.
(2)Michael S.
Expensive burgers and expensive drinks in a loud restaurant. Grill cooks clearly don't know how to even cook a burger. Five Star burgers are way better at half the price. Didn't try the sushi, but I'm not really in to Americanized sushi. Plenty of fried cream cheese rolls for those of you into that.
(1)Jen I.
This was our second time eating here and it's awesome! The atmosphere is fun and the waitress was spot on! Plus She had great recommendations! We had the Derek Roll and the potstickers to start and from a Non-sushi girl the Derek Roll (waitress recommended) was delicious! Potstickers were just ok... For dinner my friend and I split the Bahn Mi (waitress recommended) and the SUB ZERO BACON BOURSIN - out of the 2 I'd recommend the Bahn Mi! But both were very good! The potato wedges were kind of dry though. Our waitress also suggested the blue vodka infused drink - it was amazing! It's on the one bar with fruit and ice in it - I thought it would have sour mix in it - I was wrong - it was just enough sweet and didn't taste like straight vodka! Highly recommend! Fun place and great food!
(5)Richa T.
While I can understand why some people would not really care for this place, the few times I have been here, I have always had a great time. The service is great and they do a wonderful job recommending new dishes and drinks for you. Also, this place is a great stop for a birthday party. Just saying :) if you sign up for their club, you can get a free fifth of vodka before you leave. I came here for a friends birthday and we had a great time. I ordered the Spicy New Orleans roll and loved their unique take on it. Yes, it's not really that traditional, but it was really well made and I appreciated the fusion element to it. My friend ordered a Spatini to drink, which was just made perfectly. It's kind is a cucumber martini - not too sweet, refreshing, and just delicious. Definitely a great trip and I will be sure to bring back more friends for their birthdays.
(4)Kat V.
I came here for a going away party on a Saturday night. Like a typical bar, the music was very loud. The food was so-so. I ordered one sushi roll. Not foodgasmic. Just ok. The service was great. Now, if they could turn down the music a tad so that I can hear what other people are saying to me, that would be awesome. Valet was great but a bit confusing since they stand at the curb while the actual bar is in one restaurant down. I wish they had a valet stand right by the door so people don't get confused.
(3)Cara B.
Have to admit, I was slightly disappointed with SZVB. I was really expecting more. I brought a group here with me for my 30th birthday, and I don't think the group was overly thrilled with their drinks. My drinks just didn't seem to be made that well - one flavor would be overpowering and kind of ruin the entire thing. I think the consensus from everybody else was just "OK." The layout of the bar is cramped and definitely not as trendy as I was expecting. It kind of reminded me of the piano bar downtown. Not so exciting. Even the "ice bar" was lame - just a half frozen piece of metal. One awesome thing though, is that they give you a free bottle of vodka for your birthday! Score! I would probably come here again if I was in the area, because they had a very extensive drink menu. And we found the service to be pretty good, both at the bar and at the table.
(2)Matt S.
I always disdainfully referred to this place as the one suffering from an identity crisis: it's a vodka bar, hamburger joint, and a sushi place all rolled into one. Food is so-so and usually a miss, but the vodka infusions are pretty good. All my experiences with (cheap) vodka have all felt like drinking acetone, but the infusions were smooth and mellow. I end up here a lot because a lot of my friends are in their birthday club...if you go on your birthday, give them your ID and you get a random bottle of vodka, free, on the house. Friends have gotten brands ranging from Pearl to Skinnygirl (lol) to completely obscure Russian ones, which is pretty cool.
(3)Jessica S.
I love this place a little too much... I always try to make it to happy hour after work ($5 for the vodka infusions before 6) but I can only ever squeeze one drink in... then I head over to the specialty drinks of course. I love sushi period so I can't resist ordering some every time. I've tried a ton of sushi and this is not the best place to find it. Not to mention, it's not particularly cheap for what it is. The special rolls are good but ridiculously overpriced if you ask me. I've tried the nachos - I wasn't a fan of the cheese sauce they used. I'd prefer actual melted cheese, but that's just me. I've also had a burger though I can't remember what kind it was (apparently didn't leave a lasting impression). Again, good - but nothing to write home about. The salmon burger the lady at the next table ordered looked fantastic. I will say that their sweet potato fries are bomb though. Okay, DRINKS. I've tried jump around the drink menu as much as I can but I always seem to come back to the banana nut bread martini. YUM. It's made with rumchata and banana liqueur - I have to say, the taste is true to the name. Other drinks I've had have been pretty good too though none stand out in my mind as much. Service has always been pretty great even when the night time crowd has filled up the place. My sister wanted to have something with melon vodka but didn't see anything on the menu that included it. She told our waiter and he had the bartender whip up an AMAZING martini. I couldn't begin to tell you what was in it but it was damn good. But extra points for creating something that wasn't on the menu! Bottom line: nice happy hour for a get together with the girls or date night during the week. I heard it does seem like more of a hip, club-by lounge-type on the weekends. Love this place, don't love the prices. If you're anything like me and need to try everything, you will be toasty enough so that bill isn't such a shocker when it's time to call a ride home.
(4)Anastasia D.
I WISH I had the income to support this habit. Oh my goodness, everything is delicious here. Their appetizers, sushi, cocktails...order anything and your mouth will thank you. I've come here numerous times for their sushi (although I normally go to the Drunken Fish across the street). They are one of the most inventive sushi bars. Some of the ingredients they incorporate I never would have thought to stick in seaweed and rice...they same can be said for their cocktails. Granted, you're paying a bare minimum of $9 for one of their scrumptious creations, but one won't hurt your wallet too much. My friend and I went on a Saturday night, so needless to say -- they were slammed, but very attentive to our needs. Mark my works, I WILL return...right after I get paid.
(4)James B.
Stop by after a good movie for a late night capper & the bar tender sucks with attitude I guess kuz she pregnant but my drink waz good!!!!
(3)Anna T.
We decided to stop by after work for a quick dinner . I ordered the California roll and M ordered the backyard burger without pickles. The burger was covered with pickles and we were charged $0.50 for gluten free soy sauce (which we were not told before hand). Call it what you will but I like to know when there is an up charge before seeing the bill. That being said the food was great and they are very good when it comes to celiacs/gluten free.
(4)Heather P.
We are CWE-ers who usually love Sub Zero and were so let down tonight! We were seated at 5:20 at an 8 top (4 under 10 yrs old). Restaurant was maybe 10 percent full. Never saw ANY signs of any food till 6:40 and no apology or waitress check-in for that time. Most of the burgers showed up lukewarm to cold and one needed to go back for being ice cold in the center. Complete service disaster and again, had any kind words been offered or an offer of a couple comped apps during that brutally long wait we might have been inclined to let it go. Had to ask for utensils, chopsticks, ketchup, soy sauce. And the nerve to charge $.50 for some sir racha requested on the side of one cold burger? Shame on you Sub zero. No water refills in the 2 hrs we were there. Please tell us this was a one off!
(1)Lizbeth M.
Very cool bar, however food was not that good. Sushi had way to much rice and burgers where just okay. Drinks were fantastic!
(3)E P.
HAIRY TEMPURA. This was a completely abysmal experience! Do NOT eat here. If you're going just for the vodka it's probably fine, but really, don't eat here. This is an understaffed, completely messed up restaurant. The servers are untrained, don't know anything about the sushi or vodka, and the vibe is awful. We sat at our table for 25 minutes before our server acknowledged us. We finally ordered one drink, some appetizers and sushi. After about another 20 minutes we got the edamame, soup and tempura vegetables we ordered. We were so happy to get some food!! Unfortunately, my son held up a piece of tempura broccoli and...lo and behold there was a HAIR that had been tempura'd along with the broccoli. Gross. It took a really long time for our server to come back to our table (again) to remove the hairy tempura from our table. We were ready to cut our losses and leave, but the waitress finally came, took that plate away and said the sushi was on the way. We decided to stay (BIG MISTAKE). The sushi was so mediocre, not good at all. One of our rolls had some sort of bacon-y taste on top (which the waitress couldn't explain to us). We were so ready to get the check and get out of this place but we never saw the waitress again. I finally found a manager, who very nicely offered to take care of the check. That's not all though! The next day we both had mild food poisoning, OMG!! Such a horrible experience. This restaurant has a myriad of problems and really needs to get its act together!! There are way too many other good restaurants in St. Louis to go to this one.
(1)George P.
Good restaurant. The food was great but the music was a little loud. I would definitely recommend it to others.
(4)Kayley W.
I stopped here for my 21st birthday on Saturday and loved it! It was really crowded, but the service was great. Shelby waited on my group and got us one of the fish bowl drinks, which is full of dry ice. Awesome place to stop by on a weekend night!
(5)Rachel B.
I don't recommend the sushi. The rolls are cut way too large and the quality is sub-par. The spicy tuna roll had a smoky sauce, not spicy and the tuna was almost black.
(2)Michael A.
A great place for drinks but the food was so so. I thought the drinks were nice and the selection was great. It has a nice outdoor area but I thought the sushi was a bit sub par. I do recommend to stop in for a good drink.
(3)Jim S.
I have been to Sub Zero about 5 times. The first 3 times were over a year and a half ago and I thoroughly enjoyed my drinks and meal. This review is for my recent two visits. Last week I had an opportunity to go out for a business lunch and I chose Sub Zero because I was in the mood for a burger. After asking the waitresses recommendation I chose the Bacon Boursin burger. I ordered it medium with sweet potato fries. The burger arrived and was much smaller than I remembered on previous occasions. After the first bite it was clear that it was Medium Well or Well done. Not good at all. The Boursin cheese was flavorful but that's about it. My companion had a burger that he said was just so-so as well. I left feeling disappointed but chalked it up to a single bad experience. Not even two weeks later some family came into town and one of them lived in Russia for nearly 15 years and is a vodka lover. I mentioned SZ and everyone wanted to go. Bad choice from the beginning. It was about 25 degrees out and we were seated right next to the front door and in a window alcove. it was FREEZING, and I'm normally never cold. We asked to move and they accommodated (restaurant had maybe 3 other tables occupied) but seemed a bit put out. I ordered a vodka cocktail while we waited and it was just meh. If you're going to make a screwdriver at a vodka bar use better OJ. We ordered 3 appetizers, the Zakuska platter, the tempura shrimp and the artisan pretzels. All were good but you get 4 shrimp and 2 pretzel sticks (cut in half) for $8 and $9 respectively. Far too overpriced. I again ordered a burger, this time the Triple Kobe Bacon for $21, medium. This burger came out small, over cooked and very bland. I would have much rather had a Fuddruckers burger for 1/3 the price. The burger was dry and flavorless, the cheese wasn't hot, etc. I took off a piece of the pork belly to taste it and it had no taste, NONE. It was just gray pork. Other dishes were a sushi platter (well liked), a veggie burger (well liked) and two other burgers (just ok). My bill for 3 burgers, 2 appetizers and a drink was $100+ tip. Sorry Sub Zero but something is up. I won't be back unless someone else is paying and even then I doubt it. And I highly recommend against the infused vodkas. They look disgusting, like they've been sitting there way too long. Someone in the group tried one and said it tasted very sketchy.
(1)Al S.
Let's talk about how spectacular this place is. Perhaps I a little biased - they did give me a free bottle of Stoli Gala for my birthday. Where else can you go and score a free bottle of good vodka on your special day? If you know of anywhere else - do share. I love vodka. Anyways - they have the most amazing cocktail. It is called the Spicy Pickle, and it will own your taste buds. It consists of their own pickle juice infused vodka and.....wait for it....Sriracha sauce with a dill spear garnish. It is sexy time in the mouth. They have a crazy variety of vodkas to choose from not to mention specialty cocktails and shots. Good place to check out if you love vodka....as much as I do. Oh - they have food as well. Who knew? Their sushi is actually pretty tasty. They are also recommended for their burgers - this is here say via friends who prefer burgers over sushi. They have a cool slider sampler platter, which allows you to test drive different types of burgers. The staff is usually friendly and chill. Atmosphere is sassy yet fun. It can get expensive if you go hog wild on the cocktails but overall not too excessive. Definitely worth going to just to enjoy a spicy pickle from time to time.
(4)Key R.
The place and people are nice..I order sliders they where very dry and was hard to eat ,bun was bigger than the meat.the bun to meat ratio was more bun than meat..was a bread slider!!! I would not pay 16 dollars for that meal..I'm glad it was 8 dollars !!but had a fast food burger that was way better over priced for a dry burger ..wasn't happy
(4)Bradd W.
Good sushi. Not great with the drinks or efficient service. I ordered a Bluemoon and the dude brought it in a bottle. No glass or orange slice, Nice atmosphere. I would go back again.
(3)Pamela M.
Great location in Central West End to grab a bite and a drink and people watch. The concept of house made infused vodkas was really neat. I had the peach mango house infused vodka and enjoyed it. My husband tried the pickle infused vodka and it was like drinking pickle juice out of a jar, which I loved and he not so much. The bacon Bloody Mary was good, but I wasn't able to taste the bacon vodka as well--it just tasted like a regular BM to me with a nice, hearty strip of bacon. The Kobe beef nachos were yummy--I could not get over the deliciousness of the cheese sauce, which tasted like it was infused with bacon! Mmmmmm! The Derek roll with shrimp and crab tempura was filling and tasty. The inside had a hip, modern, dark ambiance. We sat outside to enjoy the weather and it was a pleasant experience, except that a very stuffed bird pooped on us twice in 15 minutes. We moved over to a high top and were cleared! Haha, I guess nature called! Great place to enjoy happy hour from 4-6pm, M-F with $5.00 house infused vodka and half priced appetizers. We will definitely be back to try more house infused vodkas and food!
(4)Ashley R.
I dined here last night for the St Louis Effort for AIDS "Dine Out for Life," so I went in expecting a few things: A) I was going to get my spend on, B) this place was going to be PACKED. Having those expectations, it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought. As we had made a reservation, we did not have to wait for a table upon arrival... which is a good thing, because Sub Zero was, in fact, packed. Our party of five was crammed into a window seat, but we made do. The cocktail selection is amazing, and there are so many delicious choices. They are a bit pricier than I normally like to spend on my booze, but I'm never opposed to the occasional splurge. Last night, I had the "zentini" made with cucumber vodka. It was crisp and refreshing. In fact, all of the drinks at the table were scrumptious... except one. My friend went out on a limb and tried the "spicy chocolatini". All five of us tasted it, and we all thought the taste was terrible. The drink is an odd combination of "4-pepper and sun-dried tomato vodka, Three Olives chocolate vodka and Meletti Cioccolato," but the combo just did NOT work. Do not try this drink unless you are certain you like the flavor of a chocolate bloody mary. Our dinner took a while (see above), but since we were amongst friends, it did not seem as long. When we could hear each other, of course. I am not a big fan of the atmosphere, especially the ear-pounding club music. I'd prefer a more subtle ambiance. The food was pretty good. Still not the best veggie sushi I've had (see Kampai) but delicious, nonetheless. I did LOVE the presentation of the "Jeremy roll". This tempura sweet potato and veggie roll was topped with slivers of avocado... making it look like raw fish (granted a little green). The taste was good and the pieces were more traditionally-sized... sometimes the two-bite pieces can be a little difficult to eat. The inari (tofu nigiri) was also beautifully presented, but a bit bland. My other veggie-eating friend ordered the falafel burger. While I appreciate any restaurant that offers a bevy of vegetarian options, the falafel burger didn't really follow through. It was extremely dry. The falafel, while terribly dry, had a decent flavor. The lettuce and cucmber on top were fresh and crisp. The tahini sauce added a bit more flavor, but did not alleviate the dryness of the falafel. (Note to self: Stick to Greek restaurants for Greek food.) On a final note, I want to give a shout out to our server. She seemed a little overwhelmed at the chaos, but did very well for being new there. She was also very sweet and accommodating.
(3)Gregory P.
Vodka, Burgers and Sushi. It sounds like a really bad idea. I love all three, but do enough people feel the same? Apparently, YES! I love this place because of the location, going casual and fitting right in, lots of choices for vodka's and martini's, the sushi was great and my wife thought it was the best burger she had in a very long time. Good service, friendly atmosphere and just a neat place to visit for a different kind of dining experience and drinks.
(5)Christy A.
Nachos, sushi rolls, crab cakes....martini's galore! Excellent happy hour spot
(5)Christopher W.
Huge, interesting menu. Sushi is great. Atmosphere is young, with loud house music. Had the falafel burger, which is a let down. Soggy, mushy, and wet in the middle. Clearly microwaved, which indicates the menu is too big for the kitchen. Budget allowing, if you stick with sushi and martinis, you won't be disappointed.
(3)Emily R.
SubZero = Japan + Russia + The Lou + The Jersey Shore. And I love it! The sushi here is better than across the street, and the service has always been stellar. The bartender last night was especially sweet to us - and efficient. The burgers are just OK. The sweet potato fries are amazing. I like the ice bar and the wide variety of menu items and vodkas, including their house-infused vodkas. I tried a few last night mixed with club soda. They could have been a bit stronger - but I liked the subtle, natural flavors (watermelon, mixed melon, cucumber, etc.) and the price - only $4 each. The crowd is gym-tan-laundry and Snooki poof plus the uber-fashionable urban set and the random middle-aged person. I don't mind - it's interesting. Last night they had live music - an acoustic band playing classic rock standards - and I didn't think it fit the vibe of the place at all. I would actually prefer to hear techno, house, or hip hop here.
(4)Aaron L.
If you like martini's, this is the place for you. Tons of different vodka drinks to choose from. Very good sushi also!
(4)Lisa B.
REALLY crowded. But for good reason. They can sure as HELL make a martini. I had the Sweet Dream. Then someone bought me another without my knowledge. They taste like dessert. Literally. So I lost any semblance of sobriety the rest of the night, but I sure had fun. I was a little disappointed that the "ice bar" was a long strip of ice running down the bar to keep your drink chilled. I had some fantasy of sitting by a bar carved out of ice. Yeah, I'm from Texas, so I have fantastic ideas, I know. Just the same, thumbs up!
(3)Jenna L.
What an interesting concept- a vodka bar combined with a sushi bar and hamburgers. Thinking of how those don't all go together very well, I was a little nervous to eat here the first time around. I have tried the sushi (very mediocre) and a salad (really good) but I have yet to try a burger. The service is good and the atmosphere is fun in the Central West End. I would go here again if my primary purpose was to order cool vodka drinks and have some food to wash it down with.
(3)Kat M.
I have mixed feelings about this place. $7 is waaay too much for a not so big well drink. A bottle of smirnoff for $175?? Absurd. The female bartenders on the top floor, or at least the 3 or 4 I've encountered, are always very snooty, However, there are some pluses. The sushi is very good, if a little overpriced. Went for a friend's birthday party the other night and had a really great experience. She called ahead and they offered her the basement for 15+ of us, essentially a VIP room with it's own bar. Plus she got a free bottle at the end of the night, no charge for any of this. Plus our waiter (I think his name was Kirk?) was awesome.
(3)Raya K.
I love bringing my friends from SF here because it's a nice way to introduce them to Saint Louis night life without going full blown hoosier. The drinks are always strong, their appetizers are pretty damn good and the atmosphere is slightly swanky but not over the top.
(4)Anita K.
I was here on Saturday night for a birthday celebration and had a great time. The whole CWE was packed and Sub Zero was no exception. It's so exciting when the weather starts getting warm and people head out to celebrate- there is a just a happy buzz in the air. Though the buzz could be vodka related as well....! We had a big group and they had reserved an area in the back of the bar. More people showed up than planned, which is fun, but it did make it hard to squeeze everyone in comfortably. Obviously Sub Zero isn't responsible for my friends that make last minute changes of plan, though! Reading the cocktail list is always a treat with their long list of interesting and creative drinks. After pouring over martinis, champagne cocktails, and more, I got a girlfriend to split a watermelon patio pitcher with me. Yes it was probably too much for two, but it was oh so good and refreshing, even sans patio! It has watermelon and vanilla vodkas, fresh watermelon and basil, plus ginger ale. SO yummy! I'm sure it will be even better as it gets warmer and watermelon comes in season. I'm also going to try to duplicate it at home, and hope I get even somewhat close. The menu is long and varied as well. Who can't love a place that specializes in sushi and burgers? The best of two great worlds. The rolls are a highlight, but some of them do get pricey. Usually that means much bigger in size as well, with high quality ingredients. Though I love sushi, I went with a burger to get plenty of protein in my tummy for a long night out. It's hard to choose from the various beefs and toppings they offer, but I was feeling pretty traditional. The Moonstone grass bed beef was delicious, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. The toppings- cheese, herbed mayo, pickled red onions, lettuce- were a great addition while still being subtle. The fries that came with my burger were just okay. The group shared sea salt covered edamame and pretzel bites, both tasty. I had a bite of a couple of rolls that were all really good, including one that had fresh and spicy jalapeno...yum! Our server was attentive and friendly, asking my name and then addressing me by it several times throughout the night. Impressive when our group alone had about 18 people and the place was slammed. He brought by complimentary shots by for the group midway through the meal, and gave us a comp to go bottle of vodka as well. Gotta love that!
(4)Mandie M.
I can't write a review on any of the food since I haven't actually ever eaten here, but the drinks are superb! I have had a good number of the different martini's offered, but my favorite has to be the Cucumber Lemon-grass Martini! If you find yourself in the CWE on a warm afternoon or evening, this drink is one of the most refreshing choices on the menu in my opinion! I typically go for the sweeter martini's but this past visit I needed something to cool off after a long day in the sun. The service has always been great and the atmosphere is classy. I am happy to have discovered my Vodka-Heaven! I will be back again and again.
(4)Allie M.
This place is beyond incredible. Vodka is my drink of choice so I love this place. I especially love it because it is a little more upscale than your average bar. There is a plethora of drinks on their menu- all craft- almost all exclusive to this bar. This bar has almost any kind of vodka you can imagine and every staff member I encountered had exceptional knowledge and was so helpful and friendly. My boyfriend had a Bakon Bloody which is a bloody mary made with bacon flavored vodka- served with a nice slice of bacon :) I had the spa-tini. I would drink this every day if I could- made with coconut water, effen cucumber vodka, lemonade (i think) and some sort of mint flavor. Served with a mint leaf and a cucumber slice- craft drinks at their finest! If you enjoy a great drink, come here (obviously)
(5)Pam N.
I went to Sub Zero after work at the BJC with one of my friends/coworkers. I had the Dirty tomato martini and she had another foo foo martini and we both enjoyed our drinks. We also shared the giant poppers as did the person sitting next to us who asked to taste our appetizer. Whatever! The waitress was helpful and attentive. I enjoyed myself. Thanks, Sub Zero!
(4)Jonina S.
Love, love, love their sashimi-tini...melt in your mouth sashimi. A bit pricey but i would gladly pay and eat it again. Went there on a Saturday evening for dinner, the atmosphere is loud but you can still have a decent conversation...if you are not on a "get to know you" date. It's a fairly large place with seating outside and inside. I appreciate that I made a reservation online because good luck to you if you can find a seat outside (open seating). Our waitress was very nice and very attentive. Women's bathroom is very small.
(4)Fifi I.
I have always liked Subzero for their yummy sushi, however the last few times I've gone, my palate has not been satisfied with them. I'm hoping this will fade, since I love the atmosphere at Subzero.
(3)Lauren E.
Sub Zero is my go-to sushi place when I'm back at home in St. Louis. I have been going here for years and I honestly have not had a single meal that I have been disappointed with. The sushi is fantastic, the burgers are delicious, and the drinks are always amazing. My all time favorite is definitely the Alaskan Roll. On top of everything else, if you join the Sub Zero club, you get a free bottle of good vodka on your birthday! I would pick Sub Zero over The Drunken Fish (which is right across the street) 10/10 times.
(5)J R.
Come for the burgers and vodka, not the douchebaggery. It can be overwhelmingly douchey here at times, but the food and service are always good. Try the turkey burger or sushi burger and sweet potato fries.
(4)david B.
Great sushi, great vodka, great service and if I didn't have sushi I would of had a gourmet burger
(5)Duncan M.
Between the Burgers, Sushi and tasty drinks, this place is great! A few friends and I had dinner here and had a really great time, the food was simply amazing, and the best Sushi I have ever had, by far. Since we couldn't really decide what to get, everything looked so good, I ordered a burger and ordered Sushi. The burger was cooked perfectly, and was wonderful, just delicious, and the Sushi was just out of this world. I don't remember exactly what we all ordered, but it was all just terrific. I only had two drinks as I was driving, but everything they have is so good, you really can't go wrong with this location. The four of us had really good time and several times the conversation turned to how good everything was. Just to note: There are some tables near the front door, and it was very cold out that night, the diners at those tables looked really cold. SubZero might want to put up a curtain in the doorway to keep the wind down, or move those tables.
(5)Lorraine N.
went on a recommendation from another establishments bartender----and it was everything the bar that I loved and was in was not.....It has a very cool and hip feel and this just isn't where I want to sit and drink and visit with friends BUT----different strokes for different folks.....they have a large menu of vodkas and the infusions are cool....I was told they have an ICE bar ---but it is just a frosty strip to sit your drink on ---they serve the drinks in a stubby thick martini glass and I am all about the stem...so that did not work for me.....I gave them a three star rating vs. a two because the bartenders were attentive, friendly, and professional......I had a dirty tomato, the dill infused and bacon infused bloody mary's....everything was okay but not knock yer socks off.....don't care if I go back
(3)Matt H.
Horrible service. Waited 35 minutes for a drink. Nothing wrong with the servers, the management is understaffing their team.
(1)Justin S.
Had the Worlds Fair Burger, it was different, but in a good way. Enjoyed the jalapeño cheese and bacon. Sushi was just ok. Eel on the Dragon Roll was overdone and it was not the freshest tasting. Expected better. Service was slow and not very attentive. I expected better.
(3)Mark Z.
Great place to hang out with friends! Enjoyed the Kobe Beef Nachos! Sat at a table out on the sidewalk to enjoy the scenery!
(4)Lesley S.
Great vodka, good sushi. I love people watching here. Usually it's a young crowd or the occasional old man with money and his gold digging Barbie wife. nice!
(4)Abby S.
Sushi, vodka and burgers....who could ask for much more? Actually, you can because Sub Zero also has an AMAZING drink menu beyond just vodka. Celebrated Thanksgiving there a little early last night with a glass of bubbly :) Our sushi and edamame were pretty standard for St. Louis- not amazing but not terrible. The rolls weren't rolled especially tight and there was a tad too much masago on mine. BUT the Hawaiian roll - crab, cucumber and mango- had a nice flavor to it. Unfortunately we sat near the bar and had some smokers close by, which put a damper on my meal. But that's no one's fault...just wish that place would go non-smoking. And the location is great, right in the heart of the CWE. Have been there before and will continue to go back!
(4)Laura K.
We ate at Sub Zero on a Sunday because Drunken Fish was closed. The menu looks great with a nice variety of choices. We had miso soup and sushi rolls. Too bad it took forever to get seated and then forever to get our drinks and miso soup. Once we got everything we ordered we were happy. The sushi was yummy and the beer was cold. I would come back to try this place again to try something different because it all looks so good. The menu looked very tasty with burgers, sandwiches along with other entrees to choose from. I am going to assume the service was so slow because it was a Sunday afternoon close to shift change. However, that is no reason for less the great service. I like that the bar has a sheet of ice to keep your drink cold. Not a bad way to keep that martini chilled! With a giant vodka selection I'm pretty sure you can't go wrong, so long as you enjoy vodka. Not to fear there are other spirits to choose from so don't let that keep you away. I hate going to the CWE because of the craptastic parking, but it keeps me coming back with good food and drinks. I guess at least I can walk off those extra calories with a walk to the car.
(3)Amie S.
Loved the sushi and make your own burger!
(4)Vir S.
Great prices for high end mixed drinks. The pepper infused vodka may be my favorite drink in the world. I went to school in STL but now live outside New York, so I've went to a few Russian bars in the city where they infuse their own vodkas - I have found nothing as tasty as what I had at Sub Zero
(5)Kristina S.
Walked into this place randomly for dinner and I'm so glad I did!! The sushi was amazing! Very unique sushi so definitely try something new when you go. I had the black bean burger and it was pretty good. The pretzel bun was not good. I'm from the New York area though so maybe I'm just used to awesome bread/pretzels! I didn't try the drinks, but the list is extensive and they are adding things all the time, as told by my waitress. Highly recommend this place. Prices are definitely fair, too.
(5)Brian B.
Took my girlfriend here for valentines day. Dinner was great. Drinks were great. Service was mediocre. Let me start by saying that even for valentines day they weren't packed so we expected a decent table. We made reservations ahead of time. We were seated at a tiny table by a fire exit. No place to hang a coat or hat. Not much room for anything more than a couple small plates. I should note that there were several better placed tables available. We ordered the tempura spicy chicken app which was really tasty, but it was served with ranch dressing which threw us off (it wasn't indicated in the menu). We did not get straws with our waters (not a deal breaker), but the server couldn't recommend a dry Chardonnay. She seemed distracted. The entrees were delicious. I had the Kobe sliders and she had two specialty rolls. Both were excellent. I would recommend the food without hesitation but the service was a little short.
(4)Ned S.
Great vodka menu. Just don't go with the burger menu - sucks!!!! Ive tried the burger, turkey burger, falafel and pork steak. Wow! They were ALL mediocre (and some times worse). Their sushi is awesome, though. Morale of the story - get sushi and a martini.
(3)Jamee P.
I considered making this three stars, but decided to remove only one because there was really only one negative element of our visit. My friends and I came here for a late dinner on Sunday night of Memorial Day weekend. It was moderately busy, but we were seated right away on the patio and our server came to take our drink order. He was friendly and attentive, and had our drinks out shortly. I got the blueberry vodka, and it was VERY blueberry. Like wow. I had to drink slowly so as not to become overwhelmed by the flavor. By the time we ordered our food, the place was so lively I could barely make my way to the bathroom (which was out of paper towels, but oh well). My friends ordered burgers and I ordered the vegetarian sushi. When our food arrived, my one friend noticed that the hamburger she received was not the one she ordered. And this was actually a big issue because she is very allergic to dairy products, and the wrong burger had a creamy looking sauce on it. She informed our server, and we came to find out that he had written her order down wrong. He apologized several times throughout the night, and offered to buy her drink. Perhaps he should have offered to comp her actual meal? It took about 30 minutes for her correct burger to come out, which was not nice because my other friend and I didn't want to finish our meals before hers even came. The food itself was really good, and my friend said her burger was worth the wait. My vegetarian sushi was beautifully made and very tasty, and the sweet potato fries were delicious. We also enjoyed the lively atmosphere and the fun flavors of vodka. I'd recommend Sub Zero, but be sure to double check that the server has your correct orders, especially when it's busy. Great ambience, excellent menu and vodka selection, and high quality food. I will definitely give it another chance.
(4)Stephanie S.
Hmm. Not sure what to think of this place yet. Me, Joselyn H., and Nick G. came here after the Brunch Club to keep the party going. Sunday Funday, y'all! I started with the bacon bloody mary. It came in a huge glass, and was garnished with three huge olives (yum), salt, and an entire strip of bacon! Genius. The drink was tasty, but I think it was too much of a good thing? I could only down about a third of it before I couldn't handle anymore. I think the V8 taste was entirely too strong for me. It was fun while it lasted... After a few hours (!!) of chatting, I was feeling snackish again and checked out the dessert menu. I was craving bread pudding today (okay, I crave bread pudding EVERYDAY, but that's beside the point), and I wasn't expecting it to be on the dessert menu, but I thought I'd check it out anyway. BREAD PUDDING WAS ON THEIR FREAKING DESSERT MENU. If that's not a sign from god, I don't know what is! One Banana Vodka Bread Pudding, coming right up! I had high hopes for this sucker. Too bad I was let down in a HUGE way. Gah...so many strikes against it: The bread pudding looked like it came out of a jello mold. Strike one. The bread pudding had raisins in it. Blech. Strike two. The bread pudding was gummy and rubbery. Strike three. There was no hint of banana OR vodka flavor in the bread pudding. Strike four. Do I really need to continue? It was bad. Not the worst I've ever had, but FAR from the best. DEFINITELY not worth 7 dollars. Our sweet waiter noticed that I wasn't a fan of the bread pudding and took it off my bill. That was REALLY nice of him. I'll end up at SubZero again one day, I'm sure. I'm just in no hurry to come back.
(3)Chris C.
OK, so how do you combine burgers and sushi? It sounds odd, but it is freakin' the $hit! Why? Because when you are out on a date and the guy wants to grab a huge, thick juicy burger and your lady wants to grab some delicious sushi....you don't have to argue or settle. Sub Zero does them both and does them both really well! The vibe is good here. I read somewhere it was ranked as one of the best vodka bars in the country. Not sure about that, but it is a solid CWE establishment. If you are going out to dinner or for drinks, this is a great place to put on your list.
(4)Stephanie R.
FYI - This review is for their burgers (not the bar or sushi). BEST burger I have ever had in Saint Louis. You can customize your own and try one of their tasty combos. The sweet potato fries are delicious and they have a nice beer selection to go with your meal. Unfortunately the service is on the slow side and can be inattentive....
(3)Curtis W.
This place is good if you want to feel classy and sophistifunky, and if you have deep pockets. Derek Roll is delicious.
(4)Courtney G.
Sub Zero is on the high end of mediocre for me. It's a trendy martini bar in the middle of CWE (and all of their parking nightmares) with a very cool bar area and large dining area separate. I think they also have a lower level as well. The bar is neat because there is a layer of ice where you set your drink to keep it cool. Their martini list is HUGE, but I settled on a glass of wine. We were seated in the dining area close to where they roll the sushi. I think a lof of people mistakenly think Sub Zero is only a sushi bar, but they also have lots of other food to offer. I've only tried the sushi, and that is the main reason we came here. Our waitress was very busy, even on a weekday evening, but was very friendly. We ordered the sweetheart roll, yellowtail roll, spicy tuna roll and philly roll tempura fried. Their sushi was good, but not close to the best I've ever had. My favorite out of the four was the yellowtail roll, very simple but delicious. I was happy with the sweetheart which was the most expensive (almost $20 for the roll, wow) but for the price, I was expecting more. I liked the philly roll better for over half the price. Of course the philly was delicious, it was tempura fried....that makes everything heavenly! The only roll I was disappointed by was the spicy tuna. I am a big fan of sushi so I've been to tons of places, and this is one of the worst rolls I've tried. It honestly tasted like they put bacon bits in the roll. It sounds crazy, but it was true! It just tasted like plain tuna rolled up with some spicy bacon bits, it was the weirdest combo ever. The plain tuna itself probably would have been delicious, but the 'spicy' element ruined it. Sub Zero is a fun 'be seen' type of atmosphere, but I think it is overpriced and you can find better sushi elsewhere. I would come back here to try some of their other menu items and have a glass of wine, I enjoy the atmosphere whether you sit inside or on the patio.
(3)Stacey T.
My friend and I were discussing the variables which can make or break a restaurant experience and we narrowed it down to three: 1. Ambiance, 2. Service, and last, but not least, 3. FOOD. So starting with ambiance, SubZero fails. It was under construction but beyond that, the menus were ratty and everything just looked old and worn down. Service... well, as far as I could tell, 5:30pm isn't really a hopping time on a Monday, but for some reason no one at the table got water refilled and plenty of us were dining on Spicy Tuna Roll. I was parched. :( She was friendly though. Food.... tempura veggies were soggy, salad was good and sushi seemed nice and fresh but the best part was probably the bacon-infused bloody mary. My family seemed to enjoy their sweet potato fries and veggie burgers. I think that next time I want sushi, I will go to Chi.
(2)Jen M.
So someone at Sub Zero monitors these reviews and contacted the birthday girl from our party to apologize for the atrocious service we received. They gave her a gift card and invited us to come back for another try. We visited again on a Saturday night, this time with a group of four and everything was MUCH, MUCH better. As far as food goes, they're best at sushi - it was delicous. Our other food options were okay, again, not amazing, but not bad either. We spent most of our time and money on drinks, of which they have an enormous selection. They were all yum! Service was slower than I'd like, but it was forgivable on a jam-packed Saturday night. Based on this visit, I'd go back. Thanks for making it up to us!
(4)Erin E.
PLUS --the drink menu. drinks with jazzy names make me happy. the names in and of themselves make me giddy with the whole process of selecting one. i got the bling bling- a champagne cocktail with lots of raspberry stuffs in it. it looked small at first, but i quickly realized it was strong enough and packed enough flavor to be my only drink during the meal (besides water). --the philly roll was excellent. definite plus. the sub zero special and the alaskan roll were very good, too, but they didn't blow me away. --the burger menu was very tempting. i would have loved to try both sushi and burger, but that's just too weird. the smell of ketchup from another table while eating my sushi was weird enough. MINUS maybe they're just too popular to really take care of everyone that comes in. granted these strikes against them are minor, but when a meal costs more than $30 per person, i get pickier. --strike 1: sticky table. tiny table. not so comfortable chair. just a little too close to the table next to us. --strike 2: i actually had to cut a piece of sushi in half with a knife. i felt pretty silly and kept looking around hoping no one was watching. but hey, it wasn't my fault it was ridiculously big. maybe there are people out there who can take a bite of a piece of sushi and not have the rest of it drop in pieces on the plate, or their lap, but for me, when a piece is on the big side, i have to just take a deep breath, stick that sucker in my mouth, and chew. and as long as i didn't put too much wasabi on there, i'm golden. but i cannot fit my entire fist in my mouth, so i knew this piece of sushi wasn't gettin' in there either. --and strike 3... realizing there's no tp in the stall after i've already peed.
(3)Ryan W.
Sub Zero is, in a word, boss. One of my favorite places to eat and drink in St. Louis for two reasons: 1) The mix of sushi and burgers is great because you can take non sushi lovers here and they will still be happy and 2) the amount of vodka this place has is mind-boggling. I usually start off with a dirty martini and then order a roll, followed by their Kobe burger. Absolutely delicious and not too bad on the wallet. The wait staff is always very friendly and helpful. I recommend Sub-Zero to anyone who likes great vodka, sushi and GREAT burgers.
(4)Tracy H.
My first time at Sub Zero was Labor Day. We were very intriqued by the vodka infusions they offered. I had the Coconut/Pineapple one and it was yummy. Since we were in the happy hour zone, infusions were half price. We ordered a Salmon burger and sweet potato fries as well as the Sushi burger. My husband and I shared and both were spectacular. The sushi burger was my favorite. I'm excited to go back and try more of their drinks. I also really want to sit at the ice bar. Sub Zero is a very cool place. I can see us going there a lot. The staff was extremely friendly as well. Overall experience was great.
(5)Reed N.
I will start every review of CWE establishments from now on by complaining about parking. It really sucks. They should band together and do something to make the CWE experience more visitor friendly. I live in a similar 'hood though, and I think locals may like things the way they are... which is not always good for businesses. Just my take. I think this place is better than some reviews say, although the star average is respectable already. I went for two things... burger first and to actually have a vodka sip while I waited for the eats to arrive. Instead I got sushi and falafel with sweet potato fries and tempura veggies. This turnaround in choice was a hit-miss thing for me. The falafel was OK, but I like them a little more course and herbaceous. These little balls have some kind of bell-pepper taste going on or something. Not bad, but not beloved. The SP fries were OK in taste, but not crispy enough. You have to batter SP to get any crispness though. I can't make them any better myself. So I will just shut up then! The tempura veggie side was delightful... and I HIGHLY recommend it. Finally the tuna nigiri I has was excellent. So, I would venture the other sushi would be good as well. I thought I'd have vodka, with all those selections. But a local abbey ale was screaming to be consumed through the chilled glass fridge. Who am I to argue? Finally, I will comment on the scene. Not usually my deal, but here goes. It gets crowded. Late crowds are more common it seems. It is a nice mix of business casual and dressy-to-casual peeps enjoying food and drink. I really hate bars. Normal looking people were all over me like a cheap suit... leaning and bumping into me. There was a TON of room around me, so I moved down a seat and gave them the male-Medusa glare. Dumbasses. My southern manners are hard on those kind of people. I would not eat in the dining room during busy times. Too freakin' loud. Eat outside if possible. I can't comment on floor service, but Dustin behind the bar was a righteous dude... gracious and helpful and friendly and all the things a good mix-master should be.
(4)Greg L.
I have had the turkey burger, veggie burger, and pretzels off the food menu. All of there were pretty good. I really like stopping here on a Friday afternoon for happy hour and enjoying drink specials on the sidewalk and watching the people and dogs walk by. It's a fun part of the neighborhood and the vodka bar is an interesting place to see it happening. The bar is iced over to keep your drinks cold and the house vodkas are always changing to give you new flavors to try.
(3)Seth C.
OK, first off, I am not cool/young enough to really pull this place off. I sort of feel like an oil drop floating on top of a martini...incapable of actually mixing in. That said, it is a fun place to visit. The sushi is good. I haven't eaten anything else there. A fun thing to try is licking the frozen bar. (The extremely lovely bartendress was finally able to extract me from the bar by using a combination of warm water and a firm punch to the side of my head.) On the serious side I took a large group (~20) there. We got a table in the basement and were served well except that the wall-side of the table was couches, rather than chairs, which would have been great if the table was knee-high, which it wasn't.
(4)KD S.
It's funny, because I don't tend to like very trendy types of places, but I really like this bar. I started going there when I was in the process of moving to St. Louis and was staying in a hotel in the CWE, and now that I'm living here I find myself going there still. The sushi is really great, and I am very much a sushi snob. The Euclid roll is a must have, and the Lynda roll is a great treat if you want to splurge. Of course the vodka selection is awesome, and the bartenders know how to do really great creative concoctions. Melissa and Nicholas are super-awesome bartenders that are friendly, helpful, and talented at making drinks. I've been able to tell them both in vague terms what I generally like, and they both turn it around into drinks that I really enjoy. Great place.
(5)Jennifer C.
I was pretty impressed with the largest vodka selection in the world. I honestly didn't try any of it, but the people I was with said it was amazing. I ordered whatever sushi rolls the waitress recommended and was very happy with my decision. Everyone I went with ordered something completely different on the menu and seemed very happy with their choice. I think that is a difficult task for a restaurant to have such a large and diverse menu and execute the different components so well. I have been here twice when visiting from out of town. Both times I have left a satisfied customer.
(5)Michael P.
It is a good place to relax for a drink especially if you love vodka. The ambiance is good. The burgers are good. I asked for a romantic table for my wife's birthday and they came through.
(4)Joe B.
It's hard to pin down the most striking feature about this bar. Is it the cool-blue ambiance that culminates with a bar topped with ice? Is it the massive wall of vodka choices? Is it the unique sushi/American menu items? Or is the formidable prices? High-priced or not, this place is an experience that you should at least drink at (if not eat at) at least once. The food is great, as is the service. The staff really seems to know their vodkas and they're super-friendly. The place can get a bit crowded, but if you go fairly early, there's spots open at the ice bar, and if you go earlier, there's some nice lounge equipment. I shy from places that tend to be pricey, but somehow I keep going back to Sub Zero...
(4)Amber E.
Good food and great drinks, so many fun combinations to choose from. I'd definitely return next time I'm in St. Louis!
(4)Tom A.
You're liking the vodka, you're liking the design, but then it hits you: you're not liking the people! If you're looking to be picked up by sketchy, creepy old men, then get your best gold-digging dress on and head to Sub Zero! Beyond the people, this bar is nice. The sushi is above average, and the pepper vodka (note: not "peppar," but actually hot pepper) shots are delicious. A bit crowded at times, but I still dig the atmosphere. So order some nigiri and sip on an old-fashioned, but come early to avoid the "I'm-a-little-too-old-to-being-doing-this" men!
(3)Melissa P.
What might be a 4 star review based on the food and drinks has to be a 2 star review because of the consistently terrible service. This review is basically a cut and paste of an email I sent the management to which I got no response, so is the bad service a surprise? No. Clearly it starts higher up! Every time I go I vow I won't go back because the service ranges from spacy to downright indifferent, and then I remember how good the drinks and food are and I try it again. And then the service is awful again, and I wish I hadn't gone. Last night was such a case. I arrived with my mom and my out of town brother and sister in law around 7. They were really excited as I've been telling them about it forever. We were seated all the way in the back corner by the emergency exit, and I felt a sense of dread, as I've had awful service back there before--it's almost impossible to be seen by anyone because of that center wall. And I was right! --3 menus for 4 people; the menu is way too big for everyone to not have their own --seated for 10 minutes before we were approached --sushi roll came out 30 minutes before burgers so one person was awkwardly eating alone--sushi needs to be timed to arrive with the rest of the entrees; this ALWAYS happens --my mom held up her dirty tomato glass and asked for another; waitress brought her a premiere, and then stood there awkwardly until my mom said it was okay. My mom doesn't like to make a fuss, as she calls it. Waitress should have immediately gone and gotten her the correct drink or taken the wrong one off the bill. --looooooong periods of time between visits, and as far as I could tell, she had less than 5 tables --took our dirty dishes away and then disappeared for 15 minutes. And I do mean disappeared; she was nowhere to be seen. We had eaten, we had finished our drinks, and then...we just sat there. This is actually some of the better service I've experienced at SubZero. The negative Yelp comments never seem to improve anything either. The service at the bar is good. The table service? Pretty bad. This may be the time I keep my vow. We spent $120 last night (and that's the low end of what I usually spend; my family had an early flight) and when the food and drinks cost as much as they do, they'd better come with good service.
(2)Joe R.
I only came here to drink as it was our third leg of Guy's Night and it was getting late but we decided to do it up right. Couldn't find my friends when I first arrived so I went inside. The place was packed and the music was booming but I was impressed at how quickly I got served. Ordered my usual (Bacardi and Coke) and looked at the tab, $7. Seriously? I guess it is going to be one of those nights.... I think I dropped another $60 between shots (1 shot = $10 x 3), another drink and our server's tip. I find it hard to believe some places can justify marking up liquor that much, but I guess it is the ambiance or being seen at the place. Judging from other Yelper's reviews, I was there the wrong night for any type of drink specials. I'll come back on a night where it doesn't cost me an arm and a leg to drink and try the food next time.
(3)Dennis N.
The location and drink selection are good. The bartender I had was terrible. I ordered my drink and she completely forgot about it. She realized it after 10 minutes later and just avoided me the whole night because she didn't want to admit her mistake. Fortunately, I just went to the other bartenders. I hope she's not working their anymore.
(3)Joseph P.
On the surface, this is the type of place I really like. Interesting drink menu, sushi, fun and hip ambience. Actually coming here was quite a let down though. My complaints mostly have to do with the poor service our party recieved on a recent Friday night dinner for a friends bday. The girl and I were the last members of the party to arrive and it was literally 35 minutes (if not longer) before the first drinks were delivered. This is a vodka bar, right? Don't you want your customers to buy as many drinks as possible? Despite being there for roughly 2 hours, we got exaclty 2 rounds of drinks. This party could've easily gone through four rounds in that amount of time, so you missed out on a lot of business there, Sub Zero. Food wise, pretty much everyone went with sushi. Nothing too crazy just your standard, philly, california, salmon/avacado, and various other roll types. They were mostly good but definitely not the best I've had here. I've had better sushi at that place across the street. Nothing really struck me as really good but all the rolls I tried were ok to good. The ambience is something you have to write about at a place like this. It's your typical trendy sushi lounge place but I did like how the music didn't overwhelm conversation. I do not like feeling like I have to stand up and fist pump in the middle of a meal so Sub Zero deserves some props there. I liked the overall setup of the place and it seemed like it attracted a chill, not-all-that-douchy crowd. I would definitely come back and give this place another try. But the service was really a turnoff. As we were getting ready to leave our waitress told us about a vodka club they have where if you buy enough different drinks you get cool stuff. I thought it was an interesting concept but at the one drink per hour pace we were being brought new drinks, it would take us about 20 years of sitting there to get any decent rewards. Maybe I'll have better luck next time.
(3)Allie W.
I had the Colorado Lamb Burger- it had REALLY great potential, which was the most disappointing part. I had pretty high hopes for this burger. Lamb, hummus, cucumber, feta, and mint. Lamb was pretty dry and the hummus was bland and I didn't detect the mint. Going to swipe the concept and try it at home though, so thanks for that! My bf built his own burger and the waitress forgot 2 of the 4 toppings he requested, but she was really nice and said she liked my necklace. The vodka infusions that are featured in their happy hour menu are really nothing special, but a good idea? My friend tried the Bacon Bloody Mary and thought it was pretty good, especially with the two strips of crispy bacon sticking out! Sushi was decent, nothing special, I'd head to Drunken Fish for that.... We sat outside and there were tables of pretty belligerent under-agers on either side of us which was soooo annoying. Overall, I know there are way better burgers in STL, and maybe I went on an off night but the whole experience was just MEH! Love CWE and the fact that I can sit outside, so maybe I'll be back for drinks if the rowdy teens have vacated...
(2)A E.
Sign up for their free rewards club thing and get a free bottle of vodka to take home on your birthday. That alone deserves five stars. I have gotten Stolichnaya, Polar Bead and Shpilka so far. It is something I anticipate every year! Their sushi is my favorite int he city and their drinks are delicious. Their infused vodka is the best!
(5)Neal C.
I know they are well known for their vodka and burgers. However, I never have tried them. But Wait.... WAIT... don't just brush off my review let me tell you about their SUSHI maybe some people might say ew.. Sushi at subzero? and I will tell them, it is better than any sushi restaurant in St. Louis and yes, I do know thing or two about St. Louis sushi places b/c I have been living here for 11 years. and yes, I have tried..... Fuji sushi on Clarkson rd, Drunken fish in CWE, Sekisui on Grand, Sekisui in clayton, Wasabi in clayton, Blue Ocean in the loop, Tachibana on Olive, Kampai in CWE, Ichiban on Olive AND FINALLY, SUB Zero. and Sub Zero is far the best restaurant to eat sushi in St. Louis SUSHI is all about the Ingredients, if you have good ingredients, it is really hard to mess it up in the hands of a good sushi chef. And Sub Zero has the freshness, very good sushi chef, and pretty decent price for me to crave their sushi again and again. Their selection might not be as broad as other sushi restaurants that only do sushi, but they do it right. Their quality/taste has been consistent for me so far and that's really important to me. happy eating!
(5)Emily B.
My husband and I love this place for its unique drink selection and expert mixologists. The bartenders are outstanding and it's better to order your drinks right from them if you can, as wait service is hit or miss. If you ask the mixers to surprise you, they will and they LOVE doing it. Just say "I like bloody mary's and dirty martinis" and they will throw something at you that tastes like salty soup or "I just ate, can you make a sweet chocolate drink?" and be wowed by something with foamed cream. The food is good with unique, west coast style spins on sushi and fun festive burgers. In the summer you simply must sit outside and order a cucumber vodka with sashimi and a rich roll for the best experience. In the winter, try a funky savory drink and burger. I personally adore the Hawaiian Kobe. If you aren't into "experience" restaurants or bars with specific liquor hooks, you may feel overwhelmed. You're better off with Bar Louie down the street if you just want to drink and be full. I personally prefer Sub Zero for their effort.
(5)Tonii T.
I should have reviewed this restaurant a long time ago! The sushi is the best in St. Louis. Try the spider roll with an Oreo Cookie martini. Amazing!! The black bean burger and sweet potato fries are great too.
(5)Jeremy K.
I had a terrible time at Sub Zero. They seated me and my friends next to the drafty door in 5 degree weather, despite the fact that it was not crowded. The wait staff was incredibly rude, slow, and dismissive. Our drinks took forever to arrive, again when the bar was NOT CROWDED. When they did arrive, the waitress slammed them down on the table. The drinks were watered-down and overpriced. My girlfriend ordered their "Swedish Fish" martini. The ingredients listed were one type of vodka and a Swedish Fish. They did not have Swedish Fish. Rather than consulting us to see if this would be acceptable, they served her a glass of vodka and charged us $10. In general, we were treated like second class citizens. Additionally, the music, decorations, and ambiance were trite and vapid. Overall, I am left with the impression that this establishment is condescending, pretentious, and a complete waste of time and money.
(1)Jenny P.
Best part about Sub Zero? Their wonderful happy hour specials...the catch is you have to make it there between 4 and 6pm to get them! At least on Thursdays, infused vodka mixed drinks are $2 each or $4 if you just get the vodka on the rocks. The beers are cheap and the apps are 1/2 off! And holy vodka selection! If you're a vodka lover, get here! The outdoor area was lovely, as it was a lovely day outside. It was only sidewalk seating though so it felt a bit crowded. The inside of the place, although we didn't dine inside, looked very cool from what I caught a glimpse of. We had the fried green beans (deeee-lish!), the pretzels and cheese (the 2 dipping cheeses that come with it were AMAZING, but I have no clue what kind of cheese they were) and some sushi. The sushi...meh. The rolls were falling apart and were, how can I describe them, "sticky?" The roll became kind of pasty one you started to chew it, so it made it challenging to eat, that is if you can't just swallow it whole. I am sorry to say I won't ever get the sushi again. The infused vodka was awesome, and I think my friend and I loved it a bit too much. By the end of the night we looked at all of our empty glasses and said "oops!" Needless to say they were worth the 6 bucks each that we paid once happy hour was over...where did that hour go anyway? Fun times!
(4)Chris B.
Great food, great drinks and great atmosphere. It looks like a trendy bar but has the feel of a neighborhood bar.
(5)Elle P.
First off, the weather tonight was simply AMAZING (mid-70s) so I sat out on the sidewalk with a friend. According to my friend the food was pretty good and I thought my drink was delicious even though it was simply Pearl Wedding Cake Vodka and Sprite. YUMMY! Our waitress Jayne was very nice and paid attention to us and our needs; helping out with the menu when necessary. Overall a pretty solid experience, definitely want to come back again!
(4)Brian S.
I went to Subzero Vodka Bar this weekend and had a great experience! Subzero has what they claim is the largest selection of vodka in the world. While I haven't seen the hard data on that, I certainly don't doubt the claim after looking at the menu. They have a huge list of vodkas that span the globe offer individual shot size portions as well as flights, pitchers and sampler type offerings of a few different types of vodka. I started off with a Russian Gold vodka that was extremely smooth and pleasant but also understandably quite pricey. I then moved on to the large vodka martini menu where the Russian Coffee was a highlight(okay I was on a Russian theme that night). The Russian Coffee is a mix of a nice Russian vodka that is briefly set aflame to caramelize the sugar coated rim. A Russian liqueur is then added along with coffee and heavy cream. A great drink that will be a must order upon my return. Subzero sports an ice bar that is a great feature and was very useful as my friends and I sat at the bar. The bartenders were friendly and ready with suggestions from that big drink menu. Oh and there's food. My personal suggestions are the sushi and the bison burgers. All in all, a very cool place. A friendly atmosphere and great food and drink.
(5)Kayla B.
A very cool vodka bar, which seems to be very rare in St. Louis. Great selection of cocktails and vodkas to sample! Nice ambiance and one of the better bars I've been to in STL. This would be a nice date destination or a fun place to spend the night with the girls! The food here is pretty good too! I love the burger bar and I hear the sushi is pretty good here too.
(4)Kelly H.
I happen to overhear people in Paul Mitchell speaking of a "spicy chicken tempura salad" that was really amazing. I suddenly barged in their convo and asked where could I get the salad from. They were like its at Subzero. I immediately decided I would walk over there after she finished my hair. The last time I went to Subzero i ordered a burger which was really good. I decided to sit outside and enjoy the lovely weather we had. I ordered a coke and the spicy chicken tempura salad. It was sooooo good. I can't say that for the ranch dressing...that wasn't my fav, but the chicken was really good. Pic coming soon.
(4)Russell B.
Our hosts for the weekend recommended this place to try out for all of us adults to go out to eat. Seeing the name I was initially kind of deterred that it would be some overly pretentious place with mediocre to dreadful food, but looking at the menu I felt a little optimistic if not maybe a little confused by what kind of place it is. We all ordered drinks, most of us utilizing their extensive list of house vodka cocktails with me of course wanting to try some local brew (Schlafly). We also ordered some soft pretzels to start off with. The pretzels were pretty good with a good amount of soft chew and the sauces at least were more interesting than a basic nacho cheese and mustard. For mains we all went for burgers except for the lone pescatarian that went for the ahi salad. i was initally tempted by the sushi, but reminding myself I was in St Louis and that my stomach was stil recovering from a heavy dose of BBQ, I figured I'd be better off with a burger. I went for the bacon-borsin burger which i had requested medium, but was a little more on the medium well side. The patty itself was also a little dry and the lack of much of a sauce from what I could recall beyond the melted cheese left the whole burger a bit dry. The quality of the bacon was pretty good though. Overall my lower expectations weren't entirely dashed. The food was at least mediocre to good and the cocktails I tried were pretty well mixed. The crowd slowly started leaning towards the young college or recently out of college party people. As was evidenced from the two bachelorette parties that showed up, this definitely lived more up to my initial expectations. So, don't let your expectations veer far from what their name suggests.
(3)Andy D.
Not sold on this place yet. The concept is definitely unique (burgers and vodka?), but I can't shake the feeling that Sub Zero is one of the more cliché places to go in CWE that you wouldn't hit up again once you know the real places to go. The food was pretty solid-- I had a great burger last time I went with a crayfish remoulade on top (yum). The outdoor seating area is nice, too, if not the tiniest bit tight. Prices here are okay. Bottom line for me is that if you like burgers, check it out; if you like burgers and sushi, you've gotta go; and if you like burgers, sushi, AND vodka, well... what are you doing sitting here reading this review?! I can't speak much for how this place is late night, though, so maybe you'll have to check it out for yourself if that's your thing.
(3)Jennifer K.
Great drinks and the sushi was amazing! Also, you have to try the Kobe beef nachos!
(4)Stephanie I.
Came here with a few coworkers after a night in CWE. It was near the end of the night, so we all didn't need anymore drinks...but seeing how the atmosphere of the place was so neat (and blue...!), we figured one more couldn't hurt. The drink was just alright - AND it was like $10 or something overpriced for what it was. There also wasn't much of a crowd (Thursday night), and it took a while for our drinkt o come. They also had a live band playing...which made the place waaaay too loud (the place itself isn't that big). Needless to say, we had that one drink and peaced out. I don't know if I'd be back out of my own accord, but seeing how many of my coworkers like this place a lot, I think I'll be back again sometime.
(3)Carol M.
I came here for my boyfriend's birthday not long ago, and it turned out to be the best part of the day for both of us. We showed up early for happy hour (when no one was there), so we had run of the bar. The bartender was really sweet and knowledgeable, and let us sample several different vodkas, fully explaining the differences in each before we wound up deciding on what we wanted. I wound up with a dirty martini, made with their house-infused olive vodka - if you're a fan of dirty, get this. It was easily the smoothest (and dirtiest) dirty martini I've ever had the pleasure of drinking. When it came time for food, my boyfriend got the burger, I got the nigiri, and we were both drooling over our respective meals. (If your partner hates sushi, this is a really great place to go to find a happy medium. The American/Japanese fusion menu is perfect for such situations.) Also, just a tip: Make sure you join their vodka tasting club, then show up on your birthday. They give you a free gift on your birthday, which is absolutely well worth the effort of joining and getting there. We were pleasantly surprised.
(5)Jonathan K.
The sushi here ranged from pretty mediocre to bad, but they did make a decent burger. It was also a bit pricey, which I guess should be expected of a bar in the CWE. The BBQ Bison burger wasn't bad; the meat was alright, the bbq sauce tasted good, and the bun was on the softer side. Their sweet potato fries were okay, I've definitely had much better, especially for the price. However, their sushi was unsatisfying. The fish was completely unexceptional and their rolls were bland or just didn't taste very good. The service was slow, which I'm going to generously blame on the fact that we had a large party, although there was hardly anyone else in the restaurant. The prices were about what I expected. Their burgers were so much better that it just doesn't make sense that they oddly enough serve sushi too. Still, this place just isn't worth it.
(3)Bob D.
I think that there may be better sushi overall in St. Louis, but as a place to go have sushi on a date or with friends I prefer Sub Zero. The sushi is very good, especially if you are into the house rolls that many places have. Their chefs seem like they're willing to actually add some unique twists to the rolls. For the purists, the sashimi and nigiri have always been about as fresh-tasting as you will get in the Midwest. I have not tried their other menu items but their American menu items seem to have some good reviews from friends that don't like sushi. Their drink menu is near-legendary, with lots of different vodka flavors and infusions and other interesting spirits that you don't find everywhere. Also, they have chilled, unfiltered sake which can be difficult to find at some sushi places. It is definitely not a beer joint and while I love a good Schlafly it's nice to go into a place where everyone isn't sucking down Bud Light. The decor and atmosphere are also nice. Upscale without being too pretentious, the strip of ice down the bar is great for keeping your vodka chilled, it's clean and interesting without looking too modern or gaudy like some Asian restaurants. Since it is so close to other CWE bars and restaurants, it makes a good centrepiece for a nice date. Stop in for drinks before dinner somewhere, have dinner at Sub Zero, then shuffle on for dessert at one of the other local places. They also serve food until reasonably late at night which can be nice if you're coming out of a ball game or show or etc.
(5)Carolyn C.
One of my fave places that I have discovered in STL so far...though it took me a bit to get over the initial shock of sushi AND burgers served at the same establishment. Is it a failed attempt at being trendy, a compromise for the unadventurous who get dragged to a "sushi" restaurant, or just a very smart idea? I've been back enough times now to determine that they're doing a pretty good job, especially if you sit at one of the tables outside (though avoid the ones directly under the trees if you can help it - we already had a bird poop situation). Sidewalk seating also has another huge plus: People watching. Latest sighting: Middle-aged man in a Britney school girl outfit running down Euclid, pausing just long enough to flash us his thong. Both cheeks, people. GROSS. But, I digress. My menu picks so far: - Spicy chicken tempura app - Futomaki roll (normally would not place a veggie roll high on the list, but this is honestly delish) - Eel roll (simple but stellar) - CHEWY BUTTER CAKE. I don't want to know how many pounds of sugar and butter are in this, but it is truly specatacular. To drink: Mango Tango
(4)Thomas B.
Famous for the sushi, but their burgers are awesome as well. And the sweet potato fries are a most have, Been here several times, never had a bad experience. The menu is a bit pricey but in my experience well worth it.
(5)Jenn W.
My favorite sushi in St. Louis. As an added bonus they have great burgers and some of the best sweet potato fries I've ever had. In addition to the food, I'm sure you guess from their name they have an amazing selection of vodka. Their infused vodka is fabulous as are the sparkling cosmos.
(4)Joseph G.
There are few different sides to Sub Zero, which I think explains some of the mix in reviews. First, we love the food, especially the burgers. They have lamb, buffalo, beef, veggie, and they're all good (but I would stay away from the falafal burger). They're freshly made patties with good spices and solid bread. If you're looking for a greasy burger, it's not your place. The sweet potato fries are awesome, along with the tempura appetizers. I've heard solid things about the sushi, but I always go back to the burgers at the last minute. I've only had the tuna and it was great. The bar scene: It does try to be a little bit more trendy then it is, but I respect it for trying in St Louis. Frankly we need more of it. There's enough dive bars in this city. I suppose it's a yuppy crowd, if you're a Hoosier or visiting from Arkansas. The cheesy cover bands need to go. It's not a provel pizza joint people. I respect that they are bringing in pseudo-live music, but these guys are all cheese and too loud. There's plenty of good bands in this city and great DJs, so there's really no excuse. It's a little too bright in the place, but it could be worse. The drinks are solid along with the beer selection. I loves the pomegranate champagne drinks (I mean, my wife does), but I agree that the drinks are on the pricey side. Other positives: The outdoor seating is fantastic when it's nice outside and the service has always been good.
(4)Danielle W.
I had to think about this review because of our experience. I enjoyed this place more than my husband as he was not a huge fan of the loud music. I do feel they could turn the music down a bit, at least so it would be easier to hold conversation. I really liked the overall layout of the place. The drink list was great, and the martinis and cocktails I tried were delish!! As for the food, I had sushi which was good, I would say right in the middle not the best, nor the worst. My husband also ordered the kobe beef sliders which he was extremely excited about. He only ate one of the sliders as it took 17 minutes after our food got to our table to get our drinks. It's hard to enjoy a nice meal, with a water that is half full :( Fortunately the manager came over and took care of our meal and drinks which I felt was good faith and if we lived in St Louis would make us try this place again. It is trendy I guess as people below have stated, but nothing crazy, I think people of all ages would feel comfortable here.... Next time, if there is one, I would problaby stop just by the bar
(3)Craig R.
Trying to find good sushi in St. Louis is pretty tough. Flying fresh fish out to this area has to be a pain. I'm on a quest to taste all of the sushi places out here and find the best one. Sub Zero is pretty good. Heck, I'll even say 4 stars good. As their name suggests, they have a huge vodka list with tons of "specialty" drinks to choose from. You can get almost any vodka, any way you want it. I tend to shy away from the smoking areas as it really kills my eyes, so I didn't get to be around the ice tower/luge/thingy they have there but that didn't matter. The place was awesome. The atmosphere screamed hip even though it was really empty on a Sunday night. The ambience lighting really made it a great date spot. The booths, nay couches(!), were so comfy I was about to take a nap after gorging myself full of sushi. Man, I'm just all over the place with this review. I might just have to resort to bullet points (ugh). Great: - ambience. - comfortable couches and seats. - incredible list of vodka and drinks. - great (for St. Louis) sushi. - knowledgeable staff. - reservation options available. Bad: - none so far! OPEN LATE ON SUNDAYS? I'M SOLD! I'm going to return on a repeat trip very very soon.
(4)Sabrina P.
went to celebrate a birthday and the selection of Vodka was extensive, but the noise level made it very hard to hear across our own table.
(3)Keeton C.
Great Food, More Vodka than I've ever seen in my life.... There are many little things in my life that just bring a natural grin to my cheeks. Good food and good service are two of them. This place was aces on both. I had an amazing burger, some of the best onion rings I've ever had and gooey butter cake to top off the night. Everyone in the party enjoyed what they got and it was a perfect start to the night.
(5)Rachel M.
My boyfriend and I met at Sub Zero last night for dinner and drinks. The menu was kind of exciting -- sushi on one side and burgers on the other. The drink menu was even more impressive, with a large list of martinis and other cocktails, plus an extensive collection of vodka. I had a bloody mary, which ended up being really good (i like mine very spicy). My boyfriend ordered a sweet tea vodka plus lemonade, which wasn't on the menu but has been a good mix at other bars/restaurants. His drink was one of the foulest things I have ever tasted, so I guess avoid ordering off the menu... Maybe I ordered the wrong things, but I was very underwhelmed by the food. My vegetable tempura was more soggy than crispy, and my two sliders (BBQ bison and southwest black bean) were even worse. I wasn't able to finish either of them because they were so bad. Both had strange chemical smells to them and unsettling textures. My boyfriend ordered an angus burger with avocado and said it was fine. They gave him the tiniest amount of avocado possible though, despite charging something like $1.25 for it. The wait staff was pleasant enough, even though they sort of make me think of Hooter's girls mixed with MAC makeup counter girls (weirdly revealing outfits and way too much eyeliner are the dress code, apparently). And I was really put off by the fact that they really don't make any substitutions, at all. Also, I found the decor contrived and more than a little tacky. Despite all that, though, I'm not writing this place off completely. I'll give it some time and come back, and I will definitely be avoiding the burger side of the menu.
(2)Sara A.
I was skeptical at first because it sounded douchey...but this place is awesome. The drinks are mixed to perfection and the bartenders are happy to recommend drinks or alter them to your taste. My favorite: The Dirty Tomato: a dirty martini with tomato-infused vodka. Oh. Em. Gee.
(5)Blair H.
Not only do I love the Bison burgers, sweet potato fries & tempura vegetables, their edamame dip is one of the best little known appetizers in town! Also, the gooey butter cake is tops.
(5)Jim C.
The sushi was great and the vodka even better. Try the polish vodka (graskova) with apple juice! My fiance loved the dirty tomato martini. I generally don't like edamame but the dip here is so good! We had the Jeremy, Dynamite and Spicy Tuna Rolls, all excellent, but our favorite was the Jeremy roll. The burgers looked great and they have a lot of choices, but we were in the mood for sushi. We'll definitely try the burgers next time!
(4)Brian L.
Combine sub standard service and sub par food and you get Sub Zero. Came here with co-workers for dinner. They got an assortment of rolls and I got the chilli fried egg burger. Nothing tasted that great and it tries too hard to be a quality trendy sushi joint. Its all over priced for what you actually get on your plate. Sushi and burgers? Stick to one genre of food, maybe it will taste better.
(2)Danielle L.
I seriously loved this place. I sat at the bar while waiting quite a long time for my friend to show up & wasn't ignored even though I sat at the very end. Both of the bartenders were helpful and nice. The atmosphere was great, the drinks were phenomenal & not once did I feel out of place just because I was there by myself. I had the miso while waiting, along with a couple of the champagne cocktails & all were delicious (my friend who is from California and had a bowl later when she arrived said she has had better & more authentic but it wasn't bad). Once my friend got there, we got some more drinks & the bartender, Brittany, was very helpful in helping my friend pick out something "hard, but sweet" and delivered, the tropical paradise was quite tasty (of course I had to have a taste!). Brittany was great about suggestions for us the entire night, even when it came to the sushi. Often you go to a place and the bartenders don't know much about the food, but not here. She offered us suggestions and even helped my friend pin point why she didn't like the one suggested to her-the Benito has a smoky flavor that is unique to Sub Zero & apparently people either love it or hate it. She hated it at one small bite & while the other bartender was seemingly ok with bringing sauces to mask the undesirable flavor, Brittany came down and took it away for her, and got her something else which she loved. The roll she suggested to me was ironically named the same as my boyfriend lol but a bit too pricey for me at $16.95 so I went for spicy tuna roll. I'm not very versed in sushi but I LOVED THIS SPICY TUNA ROLL. It was $8 and delish! The smokiness that my friend hated was exactly why I loved it! I gobbled it up and later, just had to get another! Although I spent a bit more than planned with an unexpected extra drink & an unexpected 2nd spicy tuna roll, I don't regret it at all. Towards the end of the night, Brittany even got us signed up for the Sub Zero Club which is a free points and rewards system where you accumulate points with each new vodka you try. I can see racking up a lot of points considering the vodka list is the largest in the country! You even get a free bottle of vodka on your birthday if you opt to go here on your special day! This is a must-do if you will be going here more than once, which I definitely will!
(5)Kim K.
Pricey but yummy. Not a huge fan of their burgers. Much better off sticking with their sushi and vodka. Favorites: Fried tempura philly roll....total guilty pleasure Dynamite roll...might be my fav in the STL Sweet potato fries with garlic mayo Black and Bleu martini That makes for an amazing dinner. I'm not trendy, not hip, and certainly not in the 21-25 age bracket. Don't care. I can assure you, they are more than happy to take everyone's money here.
(4)Liz A.
Sub Zero has sushi and burgers... which works out perfectly for me and my boyfriend! (me=sushi him=burgers)... oh yeah and a wide selection of VODKA. The sushi is great and try the blueberry martini! There are other fun drinks too. As always- great company is key but this place is great! Service is good and it is in a fun neighborhood. Love!
(4)Joshua B.
A vodka bar that serves both sushi and burgers. They have a fairly extensive vodka list and some creative cocktails. I had Amy's Blueberry Martini: vodka, blueberry vodka, and blueberry puree. The burgers might be slightly expensive, but they were good enough. I had a kobe Hawaiian burger. It was good, but not cooked at the medium rare that I ordered it. The bun fell apart fairly quickly. The meat was still pretty tasty and they burger was fairly large. I chose sweet potato fries as my side. They were slightly crispy, but thick. In fact, they were so thick that they almost felt soggy to me. They were not over salted or over season salted which I appreciated. I felt like they should have been served with a condiment other than ketchup though. This may be a good place for drinks, but I'm not sure if they have any happy hour specials.
(3)Sara C.
Drinks here? Fine I'll tag along. Dinner? NO WAY! Looking for a place with good burgers in the CWE we decided to try Sub Zero since my mom wanted to go there anyway for drinks. They advertise "New American Burgers" on a neon sign out front, so we figured we would give them a try- turns out it was a bad idea. Not only were they really expensive ($11-$19), but they were just plain bad. I got the "breakfast burger"- I usually love the breakfast burger concept it's basically your normal cheeseburger with a fried egg on top. Theirs was gross. The meat tasted weird- not like rotten or anything, just bad seasoning. Would never order again. My husband got the cajun burger. First they cooked the shit out of it- it came out a bit more like a hockey puck rather than a burger- this was to pass as medium rare? He sent it back and received a more normal looking burger- but not til after the waitress came back with a message from the kitchen telling us it looked overcooked because of the cajun spices. Sorry, that excuse was not going to pass on this one, cajun spices don't account for the inside being cooked to powdery dryness. Anyway when he did get it back properly cooked he said it was waaaaaay salty. This is a guy who normally doesn't complain about anything at a restaurant- this was 2 complaints on one burger. He hated the burger, but liked the sweet potato fries. Mom had 2 sliders- 1 was a classic cheeseburger and the other was a veggie burger. She said the veggie burger was way better than the classic burger, but would still not order it again. We also got side salads with our burgers, those were pretty good. I loved their ranch dressing (I have a weird thing about ranch- I think they mostly suck, but when it's good it's sooo tasty good). Also my husband ordered an Unagi (eel) roll. He said it was alright- but in all fairness we did just move from Hawaii 6 months ago. It's going to be nearly impossible to get sushi in the midwest as good as it was there. Overall I'll never be eating here again- well maybe I'll try some other sushi but that's it. They do have about a billion different vodka drinks though, and for those I would go back. Atmosphere is a bit posh- very hipster vibe. Loud bass driven music on the speakers, dark lighting with blue neon all over the place. Not exactly my scene. Ice bar is pretty sweet though...
(2)John G.
Let's get a bunch of vodka, some raw fish, and...something for the carnivores...burgers! That's it! And let's throw that all together into a restaurant. It'll be awesome. I wasn't there, but I have to assume that's how Sub Zero came about. And it (mostly) worked. After dining and drinking there a few times, I have always been thrilled with the drinks. On my last visit, I tried a house pickle-infused vodka on the rocks. Sounds crazy, but it was delicious. I've also found my way around the menu a bit, and have always enjoyed the burgers and appetizers (can't get enough of those tempura vegetables, for some reason). Unfortunately, Sub Zero doesn't quite get the hat trick for me. While two of their three staples--the drinks and the burgers--are way above average, the sushi left me unimpressed. We ordered a combination of classic maki and more creative rolls. In the maki, the fish wasn't very flavorful (making me wonder about freshness and the fish's origin) and their 'creative' combinations were uninspired. Still, 2 out of 3 isn't bad at all. The drinks alone would keep me coming back! We've visited during a variety of time periods (for dinner, late-night, after work, etc.) and always found the servers to be attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. Their recommendations have steered me towards some winners on the drink menu, and they've kept me away from bad beverage choices with an honesty that you don't always find at trendier restaurants. If you're thinking about a good place to get creative drinks and good food in the Central West End, I highly recommend Sub Zero. We'll probably see you there!
(4)Elizabeth A.
Since moving away from Da Lou I now fully appreciate Sub Zero. I was a regular when I lived there and I think I have tried almost every drink on the menu (thank god I could walk home from the bar!) The selection of vodka is amazing and the staff is more than willing to point out new or unusual vodkas to try. Even their "rail" vodka is considered premium at other bars. I love the bartender's place can get crowded in a hurry, but they never lose their cool. The sushi is to die for-especially the Lucas roll or the spicy tuna roll. A big plus is that sushi is served late. I really miss this bar and wish I could transplant it to Phoenix!
(5)Amanda Z.
Ok, they have decent sushi yes...and they serve the sushi late. I like both these things. I think the decor is nice, even if it is a little urban trendy and sort of looks like it's trying too hard. I mean, that's just my opinion....but I just don't like it when I'm drinking in a place that looks like it could have been in a Matthew McConaughey movie. It bugs me. Also, they have some decent vodka drinks, and yes, probably the largest assortment in the city. I love vodka...it's one of my favorite liquors. Somehow though, I just don't love this bar. I never have a good time here, the bartenders always ALWAYS give me attitude, it's always packed, and I always feel like there are so many popped collars in this place I want to vomit. No offense to anyone on here that's a regular, but this is just NOT my scene. I have enough friends that love it to know this is a very personal choice, and I am easily in the minority. I am being fair and giving it three stars because I know so many people that love it and yes, their drinks are good. But there are any number of bars I would rather go to on any given night. This is one I will probably keep avoiding until I am dragged back in by my friends...
(3)sarah c.
Most people look at me funny when I say my favorite place to get sushi is Sub Zero. Technically my favorite sushi is Wasabi downtown, not Clayton. Downtown is better for some reason. But, Sub Zero is where I like to go best when the sushi craving monster starts growling. What first attracted me to Sub Zero was the vodka. I love me some vodka and Sub Zero certainly has its fair share. I would go across the street to Drunken Fish for sushi then Sub Zero for vodka. I will never drink at Drunken Fish ever again, but that's another story. *COUGHwatersdowndrinksCOUGH* Anyway, let me state for the record that Sub Zero sushi blows Drunken Fish out of the water. The fish is fresher, the portions are bigger, and ice bar helps keep it all cold. Nothing worse than warm-ish sushi. They have expanded the sushi menu semi-recently and now offer a lot more rolls. My only previous complaint was that they did not have a huge selection. Problem solved. I've had nearly all the rolls, except the flaming one. Not my thing. Standouts include the Hawaiian, Euclid, Sunset and any of the tempura rolls. But, the best deal of all? The chef's special for $10.95. Vu is awesome and will custom create your roll for you. You have to trust him initially, but the better he knows you, the more he aims to please. Most recently he served me up 10 (yes 10) pieces with shrimp tempura, avocado and softshell crab, topped with white tuna. For $11.00!! My friend got something similar, but instead of softshell crab, hers had eel and spicy mayo. Vu knows I don't like spicy. He's proud of his work and always comes over to ask how you like it. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the tuna mango nigiri. Don't question it. Just order it. Fish and fruit sounds weird, I know, but it totally works. For dessert, a fun drink is the superminty chocolatini. It's like melted mint chocolate chip ice cream with lots of booze. It's delicious and bright green which is always fun. Not to mention a good conversation starter. You wouldn't believe how many people will ask you what you're drinking when it's neon green. Yes, Sub Zero can get a little pretentious on the weekend. Do yourself a favor and go mid-week, or on a sunday. Sit up at the ice bar, let Vu take care of you with excellent sushi on the cheap and don't even think about hip and trendy the place is.
(5)Bill R.
I went on a random Monday night with friends as we bar-hopped in the Central West End. We decided to go into Sub Zero because we liked the glowing sign and I had heard that they had decent vodka drinks. We went in and looked around for a few seconds. I really liked how the place was decorated with the light up bar and the dark decor. My friends and I went up to the bartender and began to order drinks. I was stopped by the bartender and sarcastically asked if it was me. I understand that it is important for the bars and restaurants not to serve those underage or with fake IDs, but I was of age and my picture looks EXACTLY like me. I was a bit perturbed and after a few moments was given mine back. She did THE SAME THING to one of my other friend who lost a little bit of weight. She said she didn't know if she could serve her because it didn't look like her. That was the final straw and we walked out shortly afterward. I like to think that they probably had good drinks and we could have potentially had a great time (even the music sounded good), but it was all ruined by the bartender with an attitude.
(2)Ryan W.
Sub Zero... Conveniently located in the heart of the Central West End this very modern vodka bar packs an allure of stepping into an sleek Arctic tundra of blue lighting and sexy mood lighting. Stainless steel everything also makes for a rather esthetically pleasing environment. The bar tenders are very nice and are always up for conversation (just keep it brief, especially when it is a busy night). Sleekness and service aside, Sub Zero serves as a mecca, of sorts, for all vodka enthusiasts. There are flavored infusion shots that will excite more than just your taste buds and a wide range of martinis made with some of the most premium vodkas in the world. The bar also serves sushi until 1am which proves to be beneficial after a few drinks. If I could give a Sub Zero patron one bit of advice it would be to leave the words Smirnoff or Absolut at the door... Oh and by the way, don't be the person who asks for the shot of the "best" vodka in the house... unless you are willing to shell out 20+ dollars for a single shot. (unless you are into that kind of thing)
(4)Tiffany S.
Who knew Sub Zero had a Sunday brunch!? It was very good! The sushi was still not quite an A+ but the brunch items were great (french toast, fried egg sandwich, fruit, and potatoes). And the drinks and service were on point as well.
(4)Cory D.
Holy Vodka... in all of its distilled glory. This place is the standard in St. Louis that all other 'Martini' bars are measured against. Just one thing... Sub Zero pulls no punches -- it's a VODKA BAR. Yeah, they serve martini's.... but that's not the half of it. If you have a favorite ultra premium vodka, Sub Zero will have it... in several cases, they are the only place that has it.... knowledgeable bartenders can help with suggestions, but beware -- there lurks selections for upwards of $20. Oh yeah... they aren't bashful about making you a drink either... if you know what I mean. Most of your 'ultra-premium' selections are in the $6 - $9 range... but you knew that walking in..... Enough about the Vodka.... the lighting, decor, etc. almost makes you feel cold... blue's, stainless steel, a DRY ICE BAR for the love of everything that is good and pure -- which, consequently, is Hangar One Kaffir Lime vodka if you are asking ;) The clientele is generally easy on the eyes, 20's and 30's predominantly.... Add in Sushi until 1am, some burgers (which seems kind of weird) - and a trendy CWE type of crowd... this place comes as advertised.
(5)Megan D.
I can't even believe I haven't written a review about this place (Probably because I'm always too hungover from their martinis)! Sub Zero is my absolut (pun-intended) favorite bar in St. Louis. It brings so much character to a scene-lacking city. The ice bar is a great, but what makes Sub Zero the best is the fact that they know how to make a damn cocktail. Their drink menu is always changing and the bar staff knows the meaning of consistency. I recommend the tang martini and their mouthwatering turkey burger!
(5)Megan B.
I managed to visit this place twice in 3 days while in STL for a conference last week; once for late-night drinks and once for an early dinner. Very attentive and friendly staff. The bartenders are extraordinarily helpful with questions about the (slightly overwhelming) vodka menu. My friend was very pleased with the Estonian vodka in his martinis; I enjoyed the black-cherry infused vodka martini but enjoyed their house pepper-infused vodka even more. Even on a Tuesday, this place wasn't dead and had a good mix of people. Also, only $8 or $9 for well-mixed drinks is an absolute (no pun intended) steal! I returned on Thursday to meet a HS friend whom I hadn't seen in 6 years! Needless to say, there was a lot of catching up to do, and I am very thankful to our waiter for allowing us to tie up his table from 5:30-8:30 (and we only ordered one drink each). The spicy tuna rolls weren't bad; especially since this is the midwest. My friend's cheeseburger and fries looked scrumptious, and she had enough left over for another meal. She comes here often for both the burgers and the sushi. Decent food, great drinks, awesome wait staff/bartenders.
(4)Tim E.
Love the burgers ... love the vodka, and the chilled bar is very cool
(4)Ryan R.
Always friendly; always delicious burgers and sushi and magical vodka.
(5)Jimmy L.
From our first visit, my buddy and I give thumbs up to the Zentini and Fresh Basil Gimlet. You will want additional visits to explore the Martini and Drink list. We'll be back next week. We were intrigued with the burger selections and decided to split a Colorado Lambburger and a Bahn Mi. The Lambburger is on the mild side when compared to the zesty Bahn Mi. Both are tasty! So the split & share worked out nicely! The weather was perfect for sidewalk dining & taking in the sights.
(4)Nathan S.
I totally agree with the very astute first reviewer, except I give it 4 stars rather than 3. Upscale burgers seem silly, but this place does 'em tasty. The service was great and Sub Zero is always fun. 4 stars all the way. Definitely go check it out. I second the tempura and sweet potato fries. But skip the "classic" burger (simple cheese burger) and go for something more creative. And if you see me there, get me a vodka soda, no straw.
(4)Josh D.
Pricey but the food and drinks are phenomenal! Get whatever's on the signature board, they're all great. Maybe a touch expensive for what it is though...
(4)Christen A.
Expensive, not usually my crowd, but was seni enjoyable when I hung out there a couple times. Really depends on your scene whether or not you are going to enjoy this place.
(2)Aaron J.
Sub Zero is ice cold, a cool place. Yeah that was cheesy, like something Schwarzenegger would say. But actually the place is pretty neat. When it first opened it was advertised as a vodka and sushi bar, and since then I have no idea what they advertise themselves as now. Maybe it's the same thing. But anyways how awesome is that? Two things that I love cannot live with out, vodka and sushi, they are the main attractions at a bar that I where I lived right around the corner from. I knew that good times were to be had there, and they certainly were. Inside Sub Zero an atmosphere that keeps up with the name of the establishment. Small and quaint Sub Zero packs a lot of people into their blue-lit sushi serving vodka heaven. Drinks are served and everyone seems to be enjoying sipping their little glass well dry. Every once and a while you will see someone eating some sushi, but most of the people seem to come for the drinks. I rather enjoyed the Sputnik. I haven't been there in a little while, mostly because each time I pass I am on my way to some other place, though it always looks fun inside when I peak into the window and see all the people chatting it up inside enjoying themselves. Sub Zero is a nice kind of place to go with a small group of people, not for the large group, as the place is rather small. Sub Zero is a fun place to go for a couple of drinks, because they are rather expensive, but still the place is neat.
(5)Mags H.
Being a vodka girl, I knew I needed to check this place out. The atmosphere was cozy enough for a date despite the after work happy hour crowd and our orders were served faster than expected.
(4)Andrea F.
I went here for late-night cocktails and was all-around impressed with the atmosphere, drinks and food. At first I was a little put off by the somewhat snooty and trendy attitude the place exudes. Also, it is a vodka bar, and vodka is not my liquor of choice. But I was pleasantly surprised! I had a blast. I loved the seating. There were actual tables, high bar tables, and low couches to congregate around. The service was great, the patrons were diverse, and they offered plenty of drinks that didn't include vodka. Though, a friend I was with tried that black vodka. Very interesting, and they offered an absolutely huge selection of vodka that you've never heard of. The best point of the night was the sushi. We got the late-night munchies and decided to order a few rolls. Yum! It was great sushi with amazing, surprising flavors. And I'm always a fan of bars that offer a late-night menu.
(4)anna k.
This is one of my favorite sushi restaurants in St. Louis. The service is excellent and the sushi makers are so friendly, especially if u sit up at the bar itself, they will even give you something for free sometimes! I always leave there satisfied - just don't eat the super white tuna - my mom got food poisoning from it.. it was the only thing i did not eat! It is also a little pricey
(4)Paul D.
Fantastic food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere with an amazing bar and drink menu. I'm not one to give 5 stars, but Sub Zero deserves it!
(5)Mark R.
The food is hit or miss, the servers generally are uninformed. The bartenders are Awsome! Order from the Bar, they know what is good, and get food from the kitchen correctly. If you see amber, ask for her, she only charges for 2 of 3 drinks!!
(2)Andrea S.
Last night was the first time I'd been to Sub Zero in awhile and I wasn't dissapointed. We went for late drinks and some snacks around 10 pm and could easily find a spot for all 6 of us to sit. We were greeted quickly by a server who was nice and speedy. The drinks were certainly the highlight of the evening, wheather it was a Hawaii Three-O or just their peach mango vodka on the rocks.
(4)Kandi M.
Went there kind of lateish on a Sunday nite. The bar was packed but a server greeted us and told us to grab a table wherever. We'd never been there before and our server took the time to show us through the menu a bit and talk about the vodka selection. I ordered a martini and while it was pretty good it was super sweet. It was made with Charbay Blood Orange and I kind of that it would be more tart and bitterish, I squeezed a couple lime wedges in it and it was fine, but pricey at 9 dollars. We ordered three sushi rolls and thats what really impressed us about the place. The sushi was really nice. The rice was tender but not smushed too much (a huge pet peeve of mine) and the ingredients were fresh and interesting. My roll was a veggie one with fried sweet potato, avocado, and eel sauce. I really enjoyed it. The vibe is very night clubby, drunk chicks yelling over their martinis and lots of popped collars. Not really my scene, but you can't blame them for that, it is the CWE, after all. All in all the pros are very friendly service, a teensy bit slow but they were really busy and the friendliness of the server and her knowledge of the menu more than made up for it. Also, very delicious sushi and serve til 11 on a sunday nite. Cons: terrible music and very nightclubby vibe, plus this place is very pricey.
(4)Joshua M.
This place is more like a 3.5 star, but alas Yelp and it's lack of half stars. Your server will not be a character from Mortal Kombat (sad I know), but she may be a bit slow and forgetful that both you and your companion ordered food. Despite not writing it down, the order was right, it just took awhile to get the second half of it. The interior gets good marks for being interesting and hip. The restaurant side seems to be non-smoking, which is a gem in the ashtray that is St. Louis. I'm not sure what sushi, gourmet burgers, or vodka all have in common aside from being featured in this bar, but that's what they are going for here. However I dig the concept because I'm not a sushi lover, and it's nice to not have to be stuck with a teriyaki chicken dish when I'm compromising for a sushi fan.
(3)Kim L.
Want a nice, stiff drink? Go to Sub Zero. I took a short trip to Sub Zero one evening, just to see what all the hype was about. Here's what I found out: 1) When it comes to vodka, they mean business. They have lots of it. And I talking the good kind. 2) Yes, there really is sushi into the evening. And into the night. 3) The ice bar is pretty neat (nothing worse than a warm drink, especially if it's vodka-based). 4) The drinks are stiff. The staff is friendly. And if you don't like your drink, you should just let them know. 5) It gets pretty crowded, so get there early--also, not a great place to try to relax, more of a great place to grab a drink (and sushi) with friends. Bottom line: If you love vodka, you need to go to this place.
(4)Brian J.
this place has a severe case of premature ejaculation. they blew their entire load on all the awesome vodka and didn't even have the courtesy to finish the place off... it's like a "dive premium vodka / sushi bar" if such a thing can even exist. the atmosphere is very uncomfortable, cluttered, confused... weird.
(3)Ash D.
This was a pretty awesome Vodka bar. I don't drink, but I did actually indulge in an Oreo Martini here. Worth it. It was busy, but plenty of waitresses. And the waitresses were very attentive. I highly suggest here if you go to the central west end.
(4)Lisa M.
The vodka selection and martini menu are great. The sushi is decent, certainly by midwestern standards. The service is consistently horrid and carried out by seemingly mind-numbed waitresses. The music is too loud for conversation. This is a good place for watching people drink too much and fall over each other.
(2)Joshua T.
Spend money here!!! And if you enter, rest assured, you will. But oh my, you will scarcely notice, nor will you mind. The first things you will notice upon approach are the cool blue neon and tastefully lighted and twinkling bottles decorating the facade, cues carried on throughout - delicate and pretty lighting pieces of colored glass; the stunning vodka refrigerator, larger than life, stately and serene as Superman's ice fortress. The decor is chic yet understated enough to be timeless these last 5 years; a refreshing oasis from the generic 'pubs' catering exclusively to the average Midwest flat-beer-swilling masses. Step up to the ice bar, perhaps the coolest thing I have ever seen, and set your palm prints in its textured crystalline surface. Become a part of history for a while as you order your favorite vodka. And may I suggest Tito's - handcrafted, small batch elixir of heaven from the copper stills of Austin, TX? Admire the beautiful people as you sip. And they are beautiful. Mercifully, the baseball cap-cum-torn cammo shorts crew is absent, alone worth the price of the liquor! Hungry? Definitely get the Kobe sliders with a side of potato wedges; they are beyond belief. Or have Vu lovingly and artfully prepare your nigiri or maki sushi - rolls to you. All are excellent. Tip well or I will find out about it.
(4)Susan N.
Stopped by in the afternoon for a light snack. Ordered the American Kobe Sliders and was more than a little disappointed when they arrived. For fifteen bucks I expected more. The two mini burgers were tucked into dollar rolls (dried out, at that) and I had to remove the top of the roll to find the burger. Described as served with a fried onion ring and jalapeño cheese sauce, I had to search again. Perhaps a half teaspoon of sauce per burger and half of a fried onion ring were found. Several tasty tempura vegetables were served as a side and added a little value. Also, the service (3 different servers approached our table) was friendly, if not a bit confused. Didn't really feel the ambience...rather cold and stark.
(3)Lauren C.
I love the atmosphere! It is a sushi, vodka, hamburger, and more restaurant... and all is wonderful. The sushi is extremely fresh... try the spicy tuna! They give big chunks of tuna in the roll.. its amazing! There is every kind of vodka you could ask for, as well as specially made flavored vodka! Great for martinis! As weird as it sounds, this sushi joint has some of the best hamburgers in town. No lies. Please go try it for yourself!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(5)Kelly S.
burgers, sushi, and vodka. lots and lots of vodka. it seems like most of the reviews for this place are for the bar/vodka side of the house, which we didn't really partake in. we browsed the drink menu (2 pages of mixed drinks, 1 of sakes, and 5 or more of vodkas to order by the glass or by the bottle) but stuck to a few of the martini/mixed drinks. there wasn't much i hadn't seen elsewhere, but there are only so many combinations of vodkas, juices, and other spirits you can really make that don't taste awful. avoid the antioxidant unless you're in the mood for cough syrup, though. the burger menu can be a bit daunting. they have a decent selection of pre-selected combinations, and a "build your own" section with an absurd amount of choices. i settled on the "ratatouille" which was *heaven* on a bun. grilled zucchini, portobello, and red pepper with a generous helping of goat cheese. my husband's bison burger (with slaw and bbq sauce) was perfectly cooked and incredibly tasty as well. we'll definitely be back for more of those. other than the burgers and the vodka, though, there's not much to talk about. perhaps it's just been overhyped by trendier folks to me, but i was expecting something...i dunno, *more*. the staff was quite pleasant and decor was pretty nifty, and i appreciated having a completely separate smoke-free section, even if it was away from all the action of the sushi and drink bars. speaking of the sushi bar, i was completely turned off by it. it was tacked on to the room like an after-thought and the small selection of fish wasn't lit up at all. the chef looked bored. maybe it was just because were there early on a weekday, but the entire operation screamed "neglect" to me, and we went straight for the burgers. perhaps it will look more inviting on our next trip. if we go with a vodka connoisseur who can appreciate the selection, it might even be worth an extra star.
(4)Geoff S.
I like this place don't get me wrong. Cool location, cool crowd, good food, and an okay space. But the drink prices are a little high, esp. for the weak pour you get. Sushi is a good bet here. Gets pretty crowded in the evenings and the eye candy can be good. For St. Louis, this is a cool place.
(3)Harper Z.
I'm torn about how to write this review. On one hand we had a really good experience but on the other I feel I paid a little much for the aforementioned experience. Here we go. For one cocktail (not high shelf), a grassfed beef cheeseburger and fries, I ended up around $30 with tip. Sheesh.. The cocktail was good and the burger and fries were wonderful. Well blended fresh ingredients and nothing was over seasoned. You can definently have a good meal here. The service here is excellent. Our server, Dorsey (according to my receipt), was fantastic. She assisted both myself and my indecisive date to pick drinks we both enjoyed. She was able to answer numerous questions and obviously knew the menu. A true pro. Again a quality experience but expect to pay the Central West End price tag for it. I would certainly come back again for a drink and maybe share a meal. Oh and sit out on the patio if you can!
(4)Christy M.
How have I not reviewed this place sooner?! I've been going here for years from bachelorette parties to birthday parties and everything in between. It's one of my favorite spots. They are always rated high by RFT for being the best at both burgers and sushi. While the combination is random, do not take it lightly. I have friends who love sushi and will order it every time, while I'm into burgers and will order one every time (make sure you try the Bacon Borsin -- it's my favorite!). Their drink selection is amazing, as you would expect for a Vodka bar. The place is big and they offer free valet for customers on weekends. Sometimes there's a wait, but it's usually not too long. They do take reservations as we've made them plenty of times for big parties. The prices are reasonable. Service is always good and the food is always amazing. We introduced this place to many friends over the years and friends of ours who live in IL come to Sub Zero just for date nights (and you know how hard it is to get IL residents to cross the river ;-)). I just can't say too many great things about this place! Seriously, try it! You will not be disappointed.
(5)Josh W.
I've only been here for drinks and only when I'm out voted. Lot's of DBags and people acting cool.
(2)Daniel B.
I went 8 years ago or so, and I remember it being very good, so I thought I would try it again. MISTAKE! It can't decide if it's a burger joint, a sushi place, or a sports bar. I will say that my salmon hand roll was very good. However, the wait staff was inattentive and more interested in socializing with each other than with providing service. One of the worst dining experiences I have had in a while.
(2)Jake M.
Very good burgers surprisingly and an extensive cocktail selection. The sushi is a bit pricey for what you get but I'm not exactly an a(fish)ianado. Get it...? Anyway, good booze and good burgers. I'll be back for sure.
(4)Brian A.
I didn't spend a whole lot of time here. Let me tell you it is a full on vodka bar with plenty of whipped and creamy options to go with your vodka loving self. The staff is also great and gave me and my friends some courtesy shots for being in the military, not something I like to revel in but it was a very nice gesture. I myself am not a huge vodka drinker and I feel like this is a place that young ladies will revel in while you can sit back and enjoy a local craft beer option if that is your style. The atmosphere is very much a glam club vibe but don't let that hold you back with such a great staff. We were wearing flannel and they accepted us just the same. But hey all in all they fullfill and certain niche for all those pretty ladies out there wishing to step their games up from the pinnacle whipped vodkas and the guys can come have a good time as well and the charming staff were a big plus. I guess I have to explain why I didnt give it 5 stars and honestly I think its just a matter of taste. This place will never unfortunately be that fun, they might have good music, but I need a bar where I can let a little bit more loose without feeling like I'm interuppting some sexy dark mysterious conversation next to me. Sorry guys.
(4)Casie G.
This place is so neat! Went here for the first time with a few friends and had some drinks and food. First off-CHEESEBURGER SALAD! oh my gosh, so good! the burger was nice and juicy and the salad itself was very pretty and had just the right amount of dressing! Also try the brownie they have :) As for drinks-we had the antioxidant martini which was so good! My friend had a Moscow mule which I normally however it was very strong even for my taste....finished with a strawberry kiwi hurricane! The only complaint I had about this place is service is not as quick as most places I have been to however it was a tad busy! I will however go back!
(4)Analise D.
This is one of my favorite bars in St. Louis. The atmosphere is amazing (an ice bar too cool!) and the wait staff go above and beyond (Joey was our bartender and Jason was our server...I can not say enough about these two!!) I enjoyed a bling bling cocktail and a jalapeño vodka, sprite, and pineapple juice number...so good and great pours too! I was also blown away by the Kolbe nachos...order these now!!! I highly recommend happy hour (the prices are more manageable) but for the overall experience to me sub zero can't be beat!
(5)Kristen H.
The first thing to note is that the place has the largest selection of vodka in the U.S. I know, crazy random, right? And while I'm not one for shots of vodka, I did partake in a martini that the waiter recommended. Not only was it tasty, but it came in the cutest little glass! My husband was pretty impressed with the Sushi. He's kind of spoiled since he lived in Japan for a while, and while he said it was a little pricey, it was definitely much better than he expected. He splurged on his favorite sushi treats, and was pretty satisfied with the meal. As far as my burger goes, it was pretty decent. I've had better, but I've had much worse. It had a really good flavor, and the cheddar I got on it was delish! I'm not a fan of massive burgers, but if you are, then this would be the burger for you.
(4)Kevin P.
Sub zero has a pretty trendy atmosphere and has a nice sushi menu. A hit in central west end. There pitchers seem to be watered down lately and dont do the justice required for a late night vodka bar.
(3)Andy K.
I really enjoyed this place. Great fun atmosphere and hip place. I love great bar food and sushi. this place is a great recipe for success. Will return again for sushi and burgers
(4)Alyssa S.
Expensive. Bison burger was difficult to eat because of the size and shape of it - kept falling apart all over - but it was in fact very good. Their specialty drinks are delicious and strong - but again, very expensive. Go here for a special occasion when you expect to spend a little bit more money. Yikes!
(4)Donald G.
I was looking for a new place to check out for Happy Hour and my friend suggested Sub Zero. While the place is nice and service is great, I was tricked just a little bit. The bartender asked if I wanted anything for happy hour and opened the menu to a list of drinks. I asked what she suggested and she said the "chocolate caramel macchiato" (which by the way is amazing). Once I got the bill, I was surprised it was so high because I thought it was happy hour. Apparently that drink was not on the happy hour menu. In fact, the drinks that are happy hour are printed in the menu. She failed to mention that when she opened up the mine to the full price drinks :-/ With the exception of that little hiccup, Sub Zero is a nice after work spot to grab a drink at with friends in the CWE. The drinks can be a little pricey if you aren't drinking the specified happy hour selection. I'm willing to try it one more time.
(3)Lynn S.
Positives: variety of alcoholic drinks, infused vodkas, quality of drinks, wonderful Bloody Marys, and sushi. Negative: price some of the food seems high for the quality, service is ok. I highly recommend the Dill Pickle Bloody Mary, especially if you don't like a spicy one.
(3)Gary R.
Tons of drink combos and food choices. Very laid back bar with frozen middle of bar to keep drinks chilled. I wouldv'e gave a 5* review except the horrible employees sampling every drink that gets made. They put straws in each drink prior to serving at a table and taste em. Very gross and not professional. Oh and forgot...i've watched 3 employees eat the damn olives with their bare fingers, after I enjoyed a bloody mary with them.
(2)David E.
Enjoying some great sushi w/ some good friends on a lazy Tuesday afternoon . Just had the best tempura shrimp ever as well .
(5)Jo L.
Really great atmosphere. Strongest drinks you will ever have but worth the price! And decent sushi. Overall we had a good experience.
(4)Jeffrey B.
Usually great here but tonight not so much. The sushi was great raw but the burger...ordered it med well knowing they would undercook and it was raw on inside. Temps on meat shouldn't be that difficult. Stop the undercooking! I thk that even the chefs t getting impatient and impulsive these days just leave it on the grill pls Loved the server! Will go back anyway.
(3)Chris M.
Went to Sub Zero the other day for lunch. Showed up at 2pm and that was lucky, as they don't open until then...had no idea. I had been to the restaurant once before, but was turned off by the fact that people were allowed to smoke right at the bar, so I hadn't been back. But - boy am I glad I decided to return! Had the double decker burger and it was fantastic. One of the best burgers I've had in a long time. There were great happy hour specials and a good beer menu - and the vodka menu goes without saying... Would definitely return for another burger, were I to find myself in the CWE again.
(4)Rachel J.
I love sub zero. They have really great happy hour specials. The service is average, no complaints there. The food and drink is always consistently yummy! I love the edamame dip! YUM!
(4)H. S.
I LOVED this place, the atmosphere was awesome with the ice bar and the crowd is pretty chill, reminded me of bars back in San Fran, so I felt at home. lol Their infused vodkas are pretty tasty and their appetizers are delicious, I had the potstickers, edamame, fried zuccinni (which were amazing), and the potato skins..I definitely will be going back to this place sometime to try out their dinner menu..the owners are very nice people and welcoming, thanks for being in my neighborhood :)
(5)Careth T.
I am a carnivore at heart, and Sub Zero never disappoints. Sushi, absolutely! Fantastic burgers, they've got that too. Half sushi and splitting a burger with someone you like, UNFREAKINGBELIEVABLE! I never leave hungry and I still have some cash left. Reasonable prices. It can be pretty busy on the weekends, so a reservation is something I would recommend.
(4)Matt O.
Hands down, Sub Zero is the best Sushi and Vodka bar in the world ;-) Seriously, this place fits perfectly in the West End - it's a special kind of place that welcomes an eclectic crowd and can please just about anyone. Looking for a casual meal? The burgers and fries will please you. Feeling adventurous? Step up to the ice bar and order one of the creatively infused vodka concoctions. Happy hour specials on food and drinks make Sub Zero a budget-friendly choice, but they also have great sushi and exotic liquors if you're looking to splurge on a fine meal. I've been here at various times over the past few years and the service has always been spot-on. Definitely a winner!
(5)Tina G.
Date night! (make reservations!!) We sat at the sushi bar because we didn't have reservations. The atmosphere was good...noisy since it is a bar. But our server was great...kept out drinks full and answered questions and was very attentive. We had the kobe nachos - great and I loved the cheese sauce! My husband got the bourbon bbq burger...cooked perfectly and he said it was great. We also got the Philadelphia roll tempura style - not to miss if you like the original roll...you'll love this. And we got the Derek roll too...awesome! A very large bite, so not for those delicate eaters on a first date. :) however, I definitely wouldn't pass this place up.
(5)Kelly B.
It's been awhile since I've been to Sub-zero. I went more often when they first opened because I like their sushi. But, small, overly crowded spaces get old and at that time there were long waits for the sushi and I've stayed away for a bit. This time I went on a Thursday. It wasn't overcrowded like I've seen in the past. On Thursdays, they have a house band and I have to say that the band is good. Loud enough to want to sing along, and low enough to hold a conversation. They've got an enormogobulous (okay, my word) selection of vodka, including transfused vodkas, which are soooo friggin' smooth (and costly). They also have the newish mini-burger menu that my friends were goo goo over. This probably helped to open things up at the sushi bar. I went for the strange combo of Philadelphia rolls and sweet potato fries. Both were marvelous. A good time was had by all in our group of 20. Check Sub-zero out on a Thursday! You may actually get to enjoy what they have to offer!!
(4)Christine F.
Went here the other day for Happy Hour with one of my girlfriends. Great experience! I was actually the first person there that day. I believe it was a Monday. Their happy hour falls within the narrow timeframe of 4-6, so I got there at 4, right when they first opened for the day. Walked in and immediately felt very welcomed. Everyone was super friendly. Bartender asked if it was my first time there (I notice that it's becoming rarer and rarer for servers to ask that - it makes a difference!) so I got the whole spiel from her. Great Happy Hour specials. The vodka infusions were creative and delicious. Ordered the crabcake appetizer which was positively yummy. Flakey and flavorful. My friend got the sweet potato fries and said they were very good too. Didn't try the sushi, but sushi and vodka are two of my favorite things, so I will definitely be back. I bet this place gets hoppin' at night! I now also see where my former employer Ice Kitchen ripped off their idea. The vodka list, the ice bar, the fusion menu. Sorry, IK, it's probably because I know too much, but Sub-Zero does it better.
(5)Michael C.
Best sushi I've had in StL by far. Wasabi in downtown Clayton was awful. This is the only place in town that isn't, "Saint Louis's excuse for Sushi" or "good for St Louis". Fact is, they get fresh fish and it shows. The larger rolls are well thought out and don't overwhelm themselves. I'd go for the Holiday Roll or the Derek roll (sorry Lucas). The Hamachi always seems to be great, while the tuna has been hit or miss. The Hamachi Jalapeno is excellent as well, but this isn't a SubZero original like some of the rolls. Haven't tried the burgers yet, but they look delicious, and there is something for everyone as far as Vodka goes. Cool idea with the frozen bar top as well.
(4)Jessy C.
**This review is only concerning the sushi. This is the second sushi restaurant I tried in St. Louis and I tried the dynamite role. I was not pleased by it at all. The price I paid for that small and plain portion is not worth it. Sure, I haven't tried them all, but this role doesn't leave me wanting to try anything else. At least the service was good. I love dining out, whether it's some hole-in-the wall restaurant or fine dining and this place is not a place I would return to or suggest to friends. I would rather try something new or drive further out to I heart Mr. Sushi (the first sushi restaurant I tried) to get my sushi craving.
(3)Sarah M.
Just killed a MAJOR sushi craving with carry-out. Simply amazing. Got 4 rolls to-go to share with my dad, I ate wayyyy more than him. Impressed with quality after the wait time and the drive home. Totally perfect, and my brother was able to get a burger. Highly recommend the buffalo tuna roll and the crazy roll, but even the traditional rolls are good.
(4)Gina S.
Whoever says a girl can't grab a drink at the bar alone never met me! Trying to kill some time while the man made his way over to the CWE to meet me for dinner, I grabbed a table on the sidewalk at Sub Zero. I love vodka and I love their happy hour...but it's not available on Friday. But they had a vodka of the month for $6, this month was caramel vodka. It was so smooth and delicious. I've never been disappointed with any vodka's I've had here...and I typically drink it straight on the rocks it's just that good.
(4)Iffat B.
I love me some burgers and this place has a good one! They have their restaurant special burgers or you can choose to make your own with their various toppings. I ordered the angus beef burger with onions and borsin cheese with a side of sweet potato fries and horseradish mayo. That horseradish mayo went perfectly with the sweet potato fries. Absolutely amazing. I ordered a medium burger and it was perfect. It went well with the toppings I ordered and suspect that it would actually taste fine without any toppings. That is when you it's a good burger. If I'm ever in St. Louis again and in need of a good burger, I will definitely return!
(4)Laura W.
Drinks were unbelievably awesome. Food was good. Jayne is the best server I have seen in audited awhile. She was friendly and was The exact amount of attentive. We went to another martini bar, spent more money, and the service could not compare to the service that Jayne provided. We will be back and we will ask for Jayne.
(5)Jessica L.
NOTE: This is from a DINER's experience, and not so much a 'mingle with the people at the bar' experience. I've been here more than once. One time, I had a HORRIBLE time, in which we were there, waiting for the food, for more than an hour, only to find out that they had lost our receipt and the waitress had forgotten about us. And it was hard to talk to each other because it was so loud as we were seated by the bar area. We didn't get an apology discount or anything, so our entire party was pretty sour. I wanted to give this place one star after this. Now, with that being said, you can tell that when some friends who visited me absolutely demanded to eat at this place, I wasn't very happy. Nonetheless, I went. Only this time, IT WAS MUCH BETTER. Our waitress was definitely a veteran, you could tell, and she was so extremely quick/responsive/nice that I really couldn't complain. Food took about 20 minutes or so, which wasn't too bad compared to what it was last time and we had a large party, yet again. And this time, we were seated on the inside. I would suggest going only if you have some time to spare and want to try their extensive drink menu (AWESOME, I have to say! Though a bit too fruity for the ones we've tried). I've had the Jamaican Burger and one of the Vegetarian burgers, I forget. The burgers are pretty decent, not spectacular, though the flavorings are interesting. And I do like that they offer edamame as a side (yum!) I would give them three stars, but to be honest, that first experience made me really sour and I would much prefer to go somewhere else for a meal with such a crowd (mostly 20's and 30's, by the way) like that. That being said, I see their novelty as a 'hot spot' for the ones who are up for mingling; I just wanted to go there and eat.
(2)Andrew K.
Not my first time to Sub Zero. I was in the mood for a burger and you can't go wrong with a burger from Sub Zero. I built my own with black angus, caramelized onions, american cheese and chipotle mayo. The burger was perfectly mid-rare as I'd asked for and was exactly what I wanted, how I wanted it. We started with two sushi rolls: Salmon and Avocado (my all-time favorite) and spicy tuna. I highly recommend the Salmon and Avocado - the texture of the salmon and the avocado melds beautifully and it contrasts that of the rice. I probably wouldn't get their version of spicy tuna again - it was good, but not as spicy as I prefer. They get a four because they're loud. I could barely hear myself think.
(4)Tina H.
Went here while in town for business. My girlfriend actually thought it was the sort of ice bar where everyone gets a fur and we shoot Vodka in an icy room...so once we discovered it wasn't, it was tough to impress. I blame her of-course, not them. But the evening was lovely, so we sat outside and people watched. I loved my martini which was a combination bloody Mary/ dirty Martini..the name escapes me. But it was Delish. The trendy Central West End is really fun, and this is a nice stop.
(4)Sarah D.
One of my favorite places in CWE. The drink menu is impressive, with an expansive martini selection (I love the antioxident). The sushi is fresh and fantasic. The first time I went, I had a chicken sandwich...not the best, kind of dry. The sliders are very flavorful. Sidewalk seating is great for a nice day and people watching.
(4)Andy W.
Stopped by here later on a Sunday evening for an after-movie quick bite to eat. Their drink menu is huge. I ordered a basil gimlet and it was the perfect beverage for a spring evening. I'm partial to fresh basil regardless, but the flavor and aroma were nice and light, fresh with an attractive color. Friendly bartender, too. Neither of us had a big appetite, so we split the seaweed salad (great color and nice crunch, good mouth appeal), some edamame (ordinary), and the hummus (satisfying). It ended up being way too much food but it was simple, came out fast, and made it easy to eat and carry on a conversation. I've been in before to partake of the more standard menu blocks: the sushi, the burgers, the vodka. Sub Zero is consistent, if pricy - they're selling the exotic and unusual. Both the bar and their sidewalk dining zone are fun for people watching. Solid CWE operation.
(4)Tuan L.
This place has it ALL.. sushi.. burgers and alcohol. Everything is GOOD! I've tried 3 burgers there and man they are delicious! Different flavor vodka and drinks its yummy too. Its a small place.. crowded and shit on weekends.. but it still worth the wait. If you find yourself coming here regularly.. get that sub zero card and try ALL the vodkas and get points and prizes.. drink lot then earn your name on the wall like one of my friends did lol.
(4)Alexis B.
Hip sushi rolls mixed with classic American fare? Pages of martinis and vodka concoctions? OOO Mama likes. I came here last Saturday with a bachelorette party, and while I cannot speak for the girls way down at the end of our party of 10, I can safely say that those around me were impressed. I had the Oreo martini, and despite its sugary name, it was a pretty stiff drink of Vodka and both white and dark Godiva liqueur. We were all big fans of the martini selection being true 100% alcohol only martinis. For dinner, I buddied up with a friend and decided on 5 rolls between us. Huge mistake. Although we were both starving, we could not come close to finishing what we''d ordered. The rolls were hefty, and far bigger than we'd expected. It's truly sad when you find your new favorite roll in another city. My new roll of choice would be the buffalo tuna roll with tuna, lettuce, carrot, blue cheese, and buffalo sauce. It sounded good when I ordered it, and it tasted even better. Another surprise was the spicy tuna. We ordered it thinking it to be the tried and true recipe, but SZVB's version has a spicy sauce with ground fried bits of gill that makes it taste like spicy bacon. We were beginning a long night here, and after our meal we spent about 30 minutes in the bar chatting up patrons and getting miscellaneous items for our evil little scavenger hunt. It was a good vibe, and the crowd was agreeable to our special brand of insanity. That's always a plus!
(4)Kate P.
I don't come here often enough. The sushi is awesome and the drinks are smooth. Bartenders are super friendly.
(5)Bob B.
Wonderful Bacon & Sushi Bloody Mary's at this outdoor cafe / vodka bar. Kurt was awesome!
(4)Mac B.
Ahhh SubZero. I have been to SubZero a couple of times and both times have been excellent. I wonder why we don't go more often to be honest. The food is wonderful, the atmosphere is great and they validate parking. What more could you ask for? Last Friday my wife and I went to SubZero as we had a $45 gift card. Since we had to spend it in one sitting we decided to try a little bit of everything. We got the Kobe Beef Nachos which were Phenomenal. Could be the best Nachos I have had in St Louis. Then we split an order of sliders. We got two Buffalo, one Classic and one Lamb. All were good but the Buffalo were my favorite. We finished up the evening with two sushi rolls, Spicy Tuna and Kung Fu. Both were very good and the Kung Fu roll is probably the best roll I have had in St Louis. Better than anything I have had at place that only does Sushi. We were pretty full and skipped dessert but the table next to us got dessert and it looked scrumptious. While I might not recommend that anyone follow our lead of nachos, burgers and sushi, the individual flavors of each were fabulous. SubZero is a fabulous place and is one of my favorites in St Louis.
(5)Jacqueline C.
I have been frequenting Sub Zero on and off for the last few years. Sometimes it's a hit, others it's a miss. But it's really not a bad place to have cocktails after a first date. We stopped in Saturday night the crowd was older and it was not nearly as crowded as I have found it can be. we snagged two seats at the bar ordered Belvedere on the rocks and for me Grey Goose La Poire and tonic, so refreshing! I was even able to draw a few smiley faces in the ice at the bar. None of us ate, but I have enjoyed sushi and shots of vodka and I would say it's an excellent place for both, so make some time and try the sushi. Can't think of the name, but there's a roll with craw-fish in it, slightly spicy. Might be called New Orleans something... either way, it's yumm-o. Our group gathered near the back of the bar area and sipped icy cold beverages and made small talk. Even had a few other people introduce themselves and join in our Saturday night chit chat. After settling the tab we continue on for a little dancing.
(3)Kate C.
Perhaps my feelings would be different if (a) I was still in my 20s and (b) I was in the market for a 'hook up'. However, as I am in my 40s and in a committed relationship, I have no time for Sub Zero. Even in my 20s and living in New York City, I had no time (or money) for places like this. I always favored the more obscure, less trendy nightspots. I was always more into punk, and Sub Zero is anything but punk. That said, if you are young, single and have enough money to splurge on fancy cocktails, this may be the place for you.
(2)Leah Z.
I would've given it 3.5 stars if I could. I was here with 2 other friends around 8:00pm on a Sat night. It was already packed. We sat at the bar while waiting for a table. We ordered an app of sushi and some drinks while we waited. We attempted a conversation but it was freaking loud because of the music and just the acoustics of the place. We got our table but still had not gotten our apps or drinks. We got better service once we'd sat down. Seated in the back room, it was still loud and cramped, but at least we could hear each other better. The martini's I sampled (and no- they weren't all mine) Root Beer Float - I enjoyed it, though the creamy float top was a little chalky. My friend sent it back, but I would've kept it. Boston Pop Rocks - Yum! Blue with pink pop rocks around the rim. Hardly any pop rocks (kindof pathetic) - but tasted good. Key Lime Pie - Very good! Didn't taste much alcohol though... Bachelor Bait - Loved this one. Nice and berry- with a gummy worm in it. Cherry Lime - Sweet and Tart. Good combo. Liked Bachelor Bait better though. Effen Black Cherry - verrrry nice. clear drink. definitely had a kick to it. (strong) Loved the sweet potato fries and the spicy tuna sushi. Not huge on the california roll (which i normally love). I'd already been there before, so I knew about the ambience factor that most people speak of. And I'll still go back. Though more likely to stand at the bar with a girlfriend who I talk to frequently (since long conversations are a bit of a strain on the vocal chords with the loudness).
(3)Candace G.
Service: Excellent! We were there on a Thursday evening and sat at the bar. Our bartender was great at suggesting drinks and was timely in the delivery of the drinks. Being a beer and wine girl, I thought I would try something different. I ordered the Cucumber Lemongrass Martini, and will have it again when I go back. It was perfect for me -- crisp, light, flavorful, and not too sweet--a great summertime drink. Food: I was taken there for the sushi. The sushi was good, but at the cost that they charged for it, I will stick to true sushi places. Atmosphere: Fun and relaxing. We were there early evening and everyone was very friendly, easy to talk to, and interesting. I had an enjoyable time and will definitely go again.
(3)Cynthia H.
food - eeeh - potato skins over cooked drink - eeeh - Stolli bluberry with lemonade w/splash sprite Pitcher - eeeeh - overated Waitress - couldn't answer or felt uncomfortable would get the manager Manager- talked loudly as if we wanted something for nothing (exchange/options) on $40 pitcher was "bla, bla, bla" - did nothing. Needless say no 2nd pitcher or other foods orders ... my party of 5 moved on to spend elsewhere But my friend husband spilled his free Birthday bottle of Vodka (compliments of Sub-zero) and the waiter who was not ours brought him another one out no questions. Now
(2)Delies W.
We had seaweed salad n mixed green field salad. Both of them did a pretty job, especially the seaweed. Pretty similar to what we used to have in Asia. The burger is awesome n decent, u have better order for cook medium, the best way to enjoy the meat! Side dish with bunch of delicious sweet potato fries.Totally worth it. Can't miss the burger
(5)Andrew R.
Went to sub zero with friends for dinner. Ordered sushi and it was subpar at best. Then as I ate over half of my dragon roll a bug fell out and crawled all over my plate. It was a horrifying experience and caused me to join yelp. Drinks were good.
(1)Tamara M.
Love the vodka and cocktails at this place. The burgers are huge and pretty damn good too. They have a pork steak burger that melts in your mouth. Sooooo good!
(4)Wilma G.
Great place for vodka and great food! U have to get there early on a weekend nite for a table! Bar is frozen!
(4)A.J. H.
I absolutely love the versatility of this place. Largest selection of vodka in the world, great sushi, and great burgers. I've eaten here quite a few times, had both sushi and burgers, and I've left very satisfied every time. Usually with a solid buzz, which never hurts. After a late class, I met a buddy for some drinks. It's rare for me to be in the mood for vodka, so I stuck with whiskey. We're both big guys who eat a lot, so naturally we had to grub a little. My friend suggested the American Kobe Nachos, claiming they were "incredible." He wasn't lying. The crispy chips, the cheese, the freshly sliced avocado, the kobe ground beef... Wow. I loved these nachos. Try them. After a couple more bourbons, we were still hungry and wanted sushi. We weren't sure, however, if we wanted a whole roll each. Decisions, decisions... We shared our predicament with our waiter (great dude) and he recommended we share the Derek Roll, which is the biggest roll on the menu. It was out in five minutes and it turned out to be the perfect amount of food. We left just before midnight. Two dudes. Fat, happy, and three sheets to the wind. Sub Zero maintains my highest recommendation. Versatility, quality, and selection. Two thumbs up.
(5)Janika H.
Favorite place. is it a little more expensive yes but you are really paying for the CWE location. Sushi fresh and good. love the infusions. salads are phenomenal and the burgers are great. no complaints. Valet is free. what else could you want. And they have a birthday club for a free bottle on your birthday!!!
(5)Mike G.
Tasty sushi but a bit overrated - as is the inside-out rolling...philly roll ended up a pile of rice. Tempura order got screwed up too. Cool environment; will come back for the burgers and some vodka. Maybe not so much for the sushi. We'll see.
(3)Angelica M.
Sushi was good. I'm from Chicago so the sushi is way better over here for about the same price, and most of our places are also BYOB. St Louis needs some spots like that!
(3)Vik S.
I'll go out on a limb and say that Sub Zero is THE spot to go to in the CWE for good weekday late-night eats. Full menu (apps/sushi/burgers) is served until 12:45am every day but Sunday. There was actually a decent crowd at 11:30 on a Tuesday night. I had a bahn-mi "burger" and a sushi roll and everything was damn good. The bahn-mi was a loosely-formed ground pork patty seasoned w/ spices and topped w/ jalepenos and some leafy greens on some sort of crusty bread. I really enjoyed it, the meat was full of Vietnamese flavors. It was a bit overpriced at $14, but at least that includes a side. What made this place really stand out was the atmosphere, specifically the music. It was a great mix of new electronic/downtempo/chillwave and it really gave the place a great energy. It was well thought out and set a great mood, and wasn't at all generic sounding or overly loud. I'm a firm believer that good music can really elevate a night out, and it's nice that Sub Zero puts some care into its selection. The blue-tinged dim lighting was also really nice. It's rare to find good food and atmosphere on a late weekday night, so hats off to Sub Zero.
(4)Zach L.
Where else can you go to get an excellent cheeseburger and even better sushi!?! I'm not a vodka lover so this review is based strictly on the food. At first glance I was thinking that it was kind of pricy for the sushi...I mean c'mon $8.50 for a simple Philadelphia Roll?! They had a handful of rolls in the $20 range. But after breaking down and ordering the philly roll anyway I was extremely impressed. The piece of salmon was a good sized chunk and was very fresh. After eating the first roll I was no longer concerned about price. The best part about Sub Zero is you can go with your friends that don't like sushi. Ever had the problem of craving sushi but the friend(s) available to meet for dinner hate sushi? Boom, take them to Sub Zero. They get a very reasonably priced, delicious burger...so many different types to choose from... and you get your sushi. It's a win-win.
(4)Jessica T.
As the name would suggest, Sub Zero has an unbelievable selection of vodkas. I mean, they've got it all. They also have really, really tasty sushi. Aside from vodka, they have an extensive selection of cocktails, beer, & wine and they can mix you up all sorts of mixed drinks (even sans vodka). I've been on weekdays and I've been on weekend nights and it's almost always pretty full. If you're looking for a place in the CWE to go drink for cheap, this certainly isn't it...but if you're a liquor/cocktail connoisseur and you're looking for a classy place to get your drink on, then you should definitely go.
(4)Kylie S.
Happy hour 4-6! My husband and I like to go for a $5 vodka infusion and half-off appetizers :) I've also had a black bean burger there that knocked my socks off! As far as the infusions go I recommend most of the fruit-based ones. If you're looking for something really crazy, try the three peppers (hot!). We usually sit outside because the crowd out there is a bit more casual. Staff is really friendly. Parking on Euclid is tough, but try Maryland and you should find something.
(4)Kel Vin W.
I love this place! The first time we went there was on a Sunday for lunch, we sat outside on the beautiful afternoon. The menu is amazing! First of all, the build your own burger section is great! We ordered a burger comprising Colorado Lamb with mint, Cranberry-Orange sauce, feta cheese, avocado and roasted tomatoes. That's going to be my go-to burger! We also shared the Hawaiian sushi roll which was a terrific combination. The second time here, I was there during Happy Hour which had 1/2 off Vodka infusions, schlafly beers and appetizers. We tried the Blueberry Pomegranate Infusion which was a delicious drink! I also had a sashimi-tini which came with 2 thick slices each of salmon, tuna, yellowtail and (one other type that I don't know the name of). Definitely a staple place for me, I expect my alcohol tolerance will be well-trained by subzero's bartenders!
(4)Jacob W.
When I want to hit up a nice place, have some healthy, delicous food, and enjoy a lowkey night out, SubZero is my go to place. I like it a lot. The sushi is delicous, with good specials, great combinations, fresh ingredients, and a fair price, this is the best sushi place I have tried in St. Louis so far. The service is always usually top notch as well. My girlfriend got a free bottle of svedka vodka for her 21st birthday! The reason for the 4 star rating is for the drinks. I usually get the sake, which is pretty good, but one night I was feeling especially adventurous and chose to order some shots and mixed drinks. The shots were $8 a piece. I ordered a dirty martini (one of my favorites) and it was disappointing. I asked for more olive juice to remedy the problem and was given a small beaker of it which I was charged $3 for. I expect the high cost at a place like this for liquor, but if I am going to pay it I don't expect to be nickel and dimed on the extremely small portions of mixers. They should ensure I'm happy with the drink and I will have no problem paying the price for it. Now I know to just stick with the sake and sushi and this place will remain one of my favorites in St. Louis.
(4)Pamela R.
If you are a fan of vodka, Sub Zero is the place to go. With hundreds of brands and a nice selection of infused vodkas, Sub Z rocks! The ice bar might seem trendy but it actually serves a dual purpose of keeping your cocktail chill and I like to draw little pictures on it. See, never a dull moment. The sushi is pretty good for a non-traditonal sushi establishment and the adjoining Burger Bar is excellent if you are a carnivore like me. Sub Zero gets a nice mix of diverse clientele and it doesn't have the feel of a "pick up" bar. I am just as comfortable there on a date as when I'm out with my girlfriends. It's a chill place for happy hour or late night. I always have a good time when I hit Sub Z.
(5)Kim A.
I love this place! My first time here was on a Friday. I loved the strawberry pomegranate lemonade so much that I came back on Saturday. My guests and I had a private bar as a large group. It was all of our first times at Subzero and the bar tenders and servers were marvelous. The bartenders tried to find/make something that we would individually enjoy. They serve more than just vodka here and the prices during happy hour are reasonable. I can't remember what type of sushi I had but it was yum!!
(5)Bruce H.
Pretty chill place!! I ordered the antioxidant and it was surprisingly delicious!!! Made with blueberry vodka and some other berry flavors !!!
(4)Christina R.
Come here on your birthday for a free bottle of vodka (...while enjoying a great meal and one of the cocktails off of a huge drink menu). I continue dining at Sub Zero for a nicer sit-down meal after being impressed by the quality food and positive atmosphere each time. My favorite thus far is the spicy chicken tempura salad. Beware, Sub Zero airs towards the pricier end for their smaller portion sizes, and you can rack up a hefty bill for just one meal here.
(4)Danielle L.
I seriously loved this place. I sat at the bar while waiting quite a long time for my friend to show up & wasn't ignored even though I sat at the very end. Both of the bartenders were helpful and nice. The atmosphere was great, the drinks were phenomenal & not once did I feel out of place just because I was there by myself. I had the miso while waiting, along with a couple of the champagne cocktails & all were delicious (my friend who is from California and had a bowl later when she arrived said she has had better & more authentic but it wasn't bad). Once my friend got there, we got some more drinks & the bartender, Brittany, was very helpful in helping my friend pick out something "hard, but sweet" and delivered, the tropical paradise was quite tasty (of course I had to have a taste!). Brittany was great about suggestions for us the entire night, even when it came to the sushi. Often you go to a place and the bartenders don't know much about the food, but not here. She offered us suggestions and even helped my friend pin point why she didn't like the one suggested to her-the Benito has a smoky flavor that is unique to Sub Zero & apparently people either love it or hate it. She hated it at one small bite & while the other bartender was seemingly ok with bringing sauces to mask the undesirable flavor, Brittany came down and took it away for her, and got her something else which she loved. The roll she suggested to me was ironically named the same as my boyfriend lol but a bit too pricey for me at $16.95 so I went for spicy tuna roll. I'm not very versed in sushi but I LOVED THIS SPICY TUNA ROLL. It was $8 and delish! The smokiness that my friend hated was exactly why I loved it! I gobbled it up and later, just had to get another! Although I spent a bit more than planned with an unexpected extra drink & an unexpected 2nd spicy tuna roll, I don't regret it at all. Towards the end of the night, Brittany even got us signed up for the Sub Zero Club which is a free points and rewards system where you accumulate points with each new vodka you try. I can see racking up a lot of points considering the vodka list is the largest in the country! You even get a free bottle of vodka on your birthday if you opt to go here on your special day! This is a must-do if you will be going here more than once, which I definitely will!
(5)Kim K.
Pricey but yummy. Not a huge fan of their burgers. Much better off sticking with their sushi and vodka. Favorites: Fried tempura philly roll....total guilty pleasure Dynamite roll...might be my fav in the STL Sweet potato fries with garlic mayo Black and Bleu martini That makes for an amazing dinner. I'm not trendy, not hip, and certainly not in the 21-25 age bracket. Don't care. I can assure you, they are more than happy to take everyone's money here.
(4)Kat M.
I have mixed feelings about this place. $7 is waaay too much for a not so big well drink. A bottle of smirnoff for $175?? Absurd. The female bartenders on the top floor, or at least the 3 or 4 I've encountered, are always very snooty, However, there are some pluses. The sushi is very good, if a little overpriced. Went for a friend's birthday party the other night and had a really great experience. She called ahead and they offered her the basement for 15+ of us, essentially a VIP room with it's own bar. Plus she got a free bottle at the end of the night, no charge for any of this. Plus our waiter (I think his name was Kirk?) was awesome.
(3)Joshua B.
A vodka bar that serves both sushi and burgers. They have a fairly extensive vodka list and some creative cocktails. I had Amy's Blueberry Martini: vodka, blueberry vodka, and blueberry puree. The burgers might be slightly expensive, but they were good enough. I had a kobe Hawaiian burger. It was good, but not cooked at the medium rare that I ordered it. The bun fell apart fairly quickly. The meat was still pretty tasty and they burger was fairly large. I chose sweet potato fries as my side. They were slightly crispy, but thick. In fact, they were so thick that they almost felt soggy to me. They were not over salted or over season salted which I appreciated. I felt like they should have been served with a condiment other than ketchup though. This may be a good place for drinks, but I'm not sure if they have any happy hour specials.
(3)Sara C.
Drinks here? Fine I'll tag along. Dinner? NO WAY! Looking for a place with good burgers in the CWE we decided to try Sub Zero since my mom wanted to go there anyway for drinks. They advertise "New American Burgers" on a neon sign out front, so we figured we would give them a try- turns out it was a bad idea. Not only were they really expensive ($11-$19), but they were just plain bad. I got the "breakfast burger"- I usually love the breakfast burger concept it's basically your normal cheeseburger with a fried egg on top. Theirs was gross. The meat tasted weird- not like rotten or anything, just bad seasoning. Would never order again. My husband got the cajun burger. First they cooked the shit out of it- it came out a bit more like a hockey puck rather than a burger- this was to pass as medium rare? He sent it back and received a more normal looking burger- but not til after the waitress came back with a message from the kitchen telling us it looked overcooked because of the cajun spices. Sorry, that excuse was not going to pass on this one, cajun spices don't account for the inside being cooked to powdery dryness. Anyway when he did get it back properly cooked he said it was waaaaaay salty. This is a guy who normally doesn't complain about anything at a restaurant- this was 2 complaints on one burger. He hated the burger, but liked the sweet potato fries. Mom had 2 sliders- 1 was a classic cheeseburger and the other was a veggie burger. She said the veggie burger was way better than the classic burger, but would still not order it again. We also got side salads with our burgers, those were pretty good. I loved their ranch dressing (I have a weird thing about ranch- I think they mostly suck, but when it's good it's sooo tasty good). Also my husband ordered an Unagi (eel) roll. He said it was alright- but in all fairness we did just move from Hawaii 6 months ago. It's going to be nearly impossible to get sushi in the midwest as good as it was there. Overall I'll never be eating here again- well maybe I'll try some other sushi but that's it. They do have about a billion different vodka drinks though, and for those I would go back. Atmosphere is a bit posh- very hipster vibe. Loud bass driven music on the speakers, dark lighting with blue neon all over the place. Not exactly my scene. Ice bar is pretty sweet though...
(2)John G.
Let's get a bunch of vodka, some raw fish, and...something for the carnivores...burgers! That's it! And let's throw that all together into a restaurant. It'll be awesome. I wasn't there, but I have to assume that's how Sub Zero came about. And it (mostly) worked. After dining and drinking there a few times, I have always been thrilled with the drinks. On my last visit, I tried a house pickle-infused vodka on the rocks. Sounds crazy, but it was delicious. I've also found my way around the menu a bit, and have always enjoyed the burgers and appetizers (can't get enough of those tempura vegetables, for some reason). Unfortunately, Sub Zero doesn't quite get the hat trick for me. While two of their three staples--the drinks and the burgers--are way above average, the sushi left me unimpressed. We ordered a combination of classic maki and more creative rolls. In the maki, the fish wasn't very flavorful (making me wonder about freshness and the fish's origin) and their 'creative' combinations were uninspired. Still, 2 out of 3 isn't bad at all. The drinks alone would keep me coming back! We've visited during a variety of time periods (for dinner, late-night, after work, etc.) and always found the servers to be attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. Their recommendations have steered me towards some winners on the drink menu, and they've kept me away from bad beverage choices with an honesty that you don't always find at trendier restaurants. If you're thinking about a good place to get creative drinks and good food in the Central West End, I highly recommend Sub Zero. We'll probably see you there!
(4)Elizabeth A.
Since moving away from Da Lou I now fully appreciate Sub Zero. I was a regular when I lived there and I think I have tried almost every drink on the menu (thank god I could walk home from the bar!) The selection of vodka is amazing and the staff is more than willing to point out new or unusual vodkas to try. Even their "rail" vodka is considered premium at other bars. I love the bartender's place can get crowded in a hurry, but they never lose their cool. The sushi is to die for-especially the Lucas roll or the spicy tuna roll. A big plus is that sushi is served late. I really miss this bar and wish I could transplant it to Phoenix!
(5)Amanda Z.
Ok, they have decent sushi yes...and they serve the sushi late. I like both these things. I think the decor is nice, even if it is a little urban trendy and sort of looks like it's trying too hard. I mean, that's just my opinion....but I just don't like it when I'm drinking in a place that looks like it could have been in a Matthew McConaughey movie. It bugs me. Also, they have some decent vodka drinks, and yes, probably the largest assortment in the city. I love vodka...it's one of my favorite liquors. Somehow though, I just don't love this bar. I never have a good time here, the bartenders always ALWAYS give me attitude, it's always packed, and I always feel like there are so many popped collars in this place I want to vomit. No offense to anyone on here that's a regular, but this is just NOT my scene. I have enough friends that love it to know this is a very personal choice, and I am easily in the minority. I am being fair and giving it three stars because I know so many people that love it and yes, their drinks are good. But there are any number of bars I would rather go to on any given night. This is one I will probably keep avoiding until I am dragged back in by my friends...
(3)sarah c.
Most people look at me funny when I say my favorite place to get sushi is Sub Zero. Technically my favorite sushi is Wasabi downtown, not Clayton. Downtown is better for some reason. But, Sub Zero is where I like to go best when the sushi craving monster starts growling. What first attracted me to Sub Zero was the vodka. I love me some vodka and Sub Zero certainly has its fair share. I would go across the street to Drunken Fish for sushi then Sub Zero for vodka. I will never drink at Drunken Fish ever again, but that's another story. *COUGHwatersdowndrinksCOUGH* Anyway, let me state for the record that Sub Zero sushi blows Drunken Fish out of the water. The fish is fresher, the portions are bigger, and ice bar helps keep it all cold. Nothing worse than warm-ish sushi. They have expanded the sushi menu semi-recently and now offer a lot more rolls. My only previous complaint was that they did not have a huge selection. Problem solved. I've had nearly all the rolls, except the flaming one. Not my thing. Standouts include the Hawaiian, Euclid, Sunset and any of the tempura rolls. But, the best deal of all? The chef's special for $10.95. Vu is awesome and will custom create your roll for you. You have to trust him initially, but the better he knows you, the more he aims to please. Most recently he served me up 10 (yes 10) pieces with shrimp tempura, avocado and softshell crab, topped with white tuna. For $11.00!! My friend got something similar, but instead of softshell crab, hers had eel and spicy mayo. Vu knows I don't like spicy. He's proud of his work and always comes over to ask how you like it. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the tuna mango nigiri. Don't question it. Just order it. Fish and fruit sounds weird, I know, but it totally works. For dessert, a fun drink is the superminty chocolatini. It's like melted mint chocolate chip ice cream with lots of booze. It's delicious and bright green which is always fun. Not to mention a good conversation starter. You wouldn't believe how many people will ask you what you're drinking when it's neon green. Yes, Sub Zero can get a little pretentious on the weekend. Do yourself a favor and go mid-week, or on a sunday. Sit up at the ice bar, let Vu take care of you with excellent sushi on the cheap and don't even think about hip and trendy the place is.
(5)Bill R.
I went on a random Monday night with friends as we bar-hopped in the Central West End. We decided to go into Sub Zero because we liked the glowing sign and I had heard that they had decent vodka drinks. We went in and looked around for a few seconds. I really liked how the place was decorated with the light up bar and the dark decor. My friends and I went up to the bartender and began to order drinks. I was stopped by the bartender and sarcastically asked if it was me. I understand that it is important for the bars and restaurants not to serve those underage or with fake IDs, but I was of age and my picture looks EXACTLY like me. I was a bit perturbed and after a few moments was given mine back. She did THE SAME THING to one of my other friend who lost a little bit of weight. She said she didn't know if she could serve her because it didn't look like her. That was the final straw and we walked out shortly afterward. I like to think that they probably had good drinks and we could have potentially had a great time (even the music sounded good), but it was all ruined by the bartender with an attitude.
(2)Ryan W.
Sub Zero... Conveniently located in the heart of the Central West End this very modern vodka bar packs an allure of stepping into an sleek Arctic tundra of blue lighting and sexy mood lighting. Stainless steel everything also makes for a rather esthetically pleasing environment. The bar tenders are very nice and are always up for conversation (just keep it brief, especially when it is a busy night). Sleekness and service aside, Sub Zero serves as a mecca, of sorts, for all vodka enthusiasts. There are flavored infusion shots that will excite more than just your taste buds and a wide range of martinis made with some of the most premium vodkas in the world. The bar also serves sushi until 1am which proves to be beneficial after a few drinks. If I could give a Sub Zero patron one bit of advice it would be to leave the words Smirnoff or Absolut at the door... Oh and by the way, don't be the person who asks for the shot of the "best" vodka in the house... unless you are willing to shell out 20+ dollars for a single shot. (unless you are into that kind of thing)
(4)Tiffany S.
Who knew Sub Zero had a Sunday brunch!? It was very good! The sushi was still not quite an A+ but the brunch items were great (french toast, fried egg sandwich, fruit, and potatoes). And the drinks and service were on point as well.
(4)Cory D.
Holy Vodka... in all of its distilled glory. This place is the standard in St. Louis that all other 'Martini' bars are measured against. Just one thing... Sub Zero pulls no punches -- it's a VODKA BAR. Yeah, they serve martini's.... but that's not the half of it. If you have a favorite ultra premium vodka, Sub Zero will have it... in several cases, they are the only place that has it.... knowledgeable bartenders can help with suggestions, but beware -- there lurks selections for upwards of $20. Oh yeah... they aren't bashful about making you a drink either... if you know what I mean. Most of your 'ultra-premium' selections are in the $6 - $9 range... but you knew that walking in..... Enough about the Vodka.... the lighting, decor, etc. almost makes you feel cold... blue's, stainless steel, a DRY ICE BAR for the love of everything that is good and pure -- which, consequently, is Hangar One Kaffir Lime vodka if you are asking ;) The clientele is generally easy on the eyes, 20's and 30's predominantly.... Add in Sushi until 1am, some burgers (which seems kind of weird) - and a trendy CWE type of crowd... this place comes as advertised.
(5)Megan D.
I can't even believe I haven't written a review about this place (Probably because I'm always too hungover from their martinis)! Sub Zero is my absolut (pun-intended) favorite bar in St. Louis. It brings so much character to a scene-lacking city. The ice bar is a great, but what makes Sub Zero the best is the fact that they know how to make a damn cocktail. Their drink menu is always changing and the bar staff knows the meaning of consistency. I recommend the tang martini and their mouthwatering turkey burger!
(5)H. S.
I LOVED this place, the atmosphere was awesome with the ice bar and the crowd is pretty chill, reminded me of bars back in San Fran, so I felt at home. lol Their infused vodkas are pretty tasty and their appetizers are delicious, I had the potstickers, edamame, fried zuccinni (which were amazing), and the potato skins..I definitely will be going back to this place sometime to try out their dinner menu..the owners are very nice people and welcoming, thanks for being in my neighborhood :)
(5)Megan B.
I managed to visit this place twice in 3 days while in STL for a conference last week; once for late-night drinks and once for an early dinner. Very attentive and friendly staff. The bartenders are extraordinarily helpful with questions about the (slightly overwhelming) vodka menu. My friend was very pleased with the Estonian vodka in his martinis; I enjoyed the black-cherry infused vodka martini but enjoyed their house pepper-infused vodka even more. Even on a Tuesday, this place wasn't dead and had a good mix of people. Also, only $8 or $9 for well-mixed drinks is an absolute (no pun intended) steal! I returned on Thursday to meet a HS friend whom I hadn't seen in 6 years! Needless to say, there was a lot of catching up to do, and I am very thankful to our waiter for allowing us to tie up his table from 5:30-8:30 (and we only ordered one drink each). The spicy tuna rolls weren't bad; especially since this is the midwest. My friend's cheeseburger and fries looked scrumptious, and she had enough left over for another meal. She comes here often for both the burgers and the sushi. Decent food, great drinks, awesome wait staff/bartenders.
(4)Tim E.
Love the burgers ... love the vodka, and the chilled bar is very cool
(4)Ryan R.
Always friendly; always delicious burgers and sushi and magical vodka.
(5)Jimmy L.
From our first visit, my buddy and I give thumbs up to the Zentini and Fresh Basil Gimlet. You will want additional visits to explore the Martini and Drink list. We'll be back next week. We were intrigued with the burger selections and decided to split a Colorado Lambburger and a Bahn Mi. The Lambburger is on the mild side when compared to the zesty Bahn Mi. Both are tasty! So the split & share worked out nicely! The weather was perfect for sidewalk dining & taking in the sights.
(4)Nathan S.
I totally agree with the very astute first reviewer, except I give it 4 stars rather than 3. Upscale burgers seem silly, but this place does 'em tasty. The service was great and Sub Zero is always fun. 4 stars all the way. Definitely go check it out. I second the tempura and sweet potato fries. But skip the "classic" burger (simple cheese burger) and go for something more creative. And if you see me there, get me a vodka soda, no straw.
(4)Josh D.
Pricey but the food and drinks are phenomenal! Get whatever's on the signature board, they're all great. Maybe a touch expensive for what it is though...
(4)Christen A.
Expensive, not usually my crowd, but was seni enjoyable when I hung out there a couple times. Really depends on your scene whether or not you are going to enjoy this place.
(2)Aaron J.
Sub Zero is ice cold, a cool place. Yeah that was cheesy, like something Schwarzenegger would say. But actually the place is pretty neat. When it first opened it was advertised as a vodka and sushi bar, and since then I have no idea what they advertise themselves as now. Maybe it's the same thing. But anyways how awesome is that? Two things that I love cannot live with out, vodka and sushi, they are the main attractions at a bar that I where I lived right around the corner from. I knew that good times were to be had there, and they certainly were. Inside Sub Zero an atmosphere that keeps up with the name of the establishment. Small and quaint Sub Zero packs a lot of people into their blue-lit sushi serving vodka heaven. Drinks are served and everyone seems to be enjoying sipping their little glass well dry. Every once and a while you will see someone eating some sushi, but most of the people seem to come for the drinks. I rather enjoyed the Sputnik. I haven't been there in a little while, mostly because each time I pass I am on my way to some other place, though it always looks fun inside when I peak into the window and see all the people chatting it up inside enjoying themselves. Sub Zero is a nice kind of place to go with a small group of people, not for the large group, as the place is rather small. Sub Zero is a fun place to go for a couple of drinks, because they are rather expensive, but still the place is neat.
(5)Mags H.
Being a vodka girl, I knew I needed to check this place out. The atmosphere was cozy enough for a date despite the after work happy hour crowd and our orders were served faster than expected.
(4)Andrea F.
I went here for late-night cocktails and was all-around impressed with the atmosphere, drinks and food. At first I was a little put off by the somewhat snooty and trendy attitude the place exudes. Also, it is a vodka bar, and vodka is not my liquor of choice. But I was pleasantly surprised! I had a blast. I loved the seating. There were actual tables, high bar tables, and low couches to congregate around. The service was great, the patrons were diverse, and they offered plenty of drinks that didn't include vodka. Though, a friend I was with tried that black vodka. Very interesting, and they offered an absolutely huge selection of vodka that you've never heard of. The best point of the night was the sushi. We got the late-night munchies and decided to order a few rolls. Yum! It was great sushi with amazing, surprising flavors. And I'm always a fan of bars that offer a late-night menu.
(4)anna k.
This is one of my favorite sushi restaurants in St. Louis. The service is excellent and the sushi makers are so friendly, especially if u sit up at the bar itself, they will even give you something for free sometimes! I always leave there satisfied - just don't eat the super white tuna - my mom got food poisoning from it.. it was the only thing i did not eat! It is also a little pricey
(4)Paul D.
Fantastic food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere with an amazing bar and drink menu. I'm not one to give 5 stars, but Sub Zero deserves it!
(5)Mark R.
The food is hit or miss, the servers generally are uninformed. The bartenders are Awsome! Order from the Bar, they know what is good, and get food from the kitchen correctly. If you see amber, ask for her, she only charges for 2 of 3 drinks!!
(2)Andrea S.
Last night was the first time I'd been to Sub Zero in awhile and I wasn't dissapointed. We went for late drinks and some snacks around 10 pm and could easily find a spot for all 6 of us to sit. We were greeted quickly by a server who was nice and speedy. The drinks were certainly the highlight of the evening, wheather it was a Hawaii Three-O or just their peach mango vodka on the rocks.
(4)Kandi M.
Went there kind of lateish on a Sunday nite. The bar was packed but a server greeted us and told us to grab a table wherever. We'd never been there before and our server took the time to show us through the menu a bit and talk about the vodka selection. I ordered a martini and while it was pretty good it was super sweet. It was made with Charbay Blood Orange and I kind of that it would be more tart and bitterish, I squeezed a couple lime wedges in it and it was fine, but pricey at 9 dollars. We ordered three sushi rolls and thats what really impressed us about the place. The sushi was really nice. The rice was tender but not smushed too much (a huge pet peeve of mine) and the ingredients were fresh and interesting. My roll was a veggie one with fried sweet potato, avocado, and eel sauce. I really enjoyed it. The vibe is very night clubby, drunk chicks yelling over their martinis and lots of popped collars. Not really my scene, but you can't blame them for that, it is the CWE, after all. All in all the pros are very friendly service, a teensy bit slow but they were really busy and the friendliness of the server and her knowledge of the menu more than made up for it. Also, very delicious sushi and serve til 11 on a sunday nite. Cons: terrible music and very nightclubby vibe, plus this place is very pricey.
(4)Joshua M.
This place is more like a 3.5 star, but alas Yelp and it's lack of half stars. Your server will not be a character from Mortal Kombat (sad I know), but she may be a bit slow and forgetful that both you and your companion ordered food. Despite not writing it down, the order was right, it just took awhile to get the second half of it. The interior gets good marks for being interesting and hip. The restaurant side seems to be non-smoking, which is a gem in the ashtray that is St. Louis. I'm not sure what sushi, gourmet burgers, or vodka all have in common aside from being featured in this bar, but that's what they are going for here. However I dig the concept because I'm not a sushi lover, and it's nice to not have to be stuck with a teriyaki chicken dish when I'm compromising for a sushi fan.
(3)Kim L.
Want a nice, stiff drink? Go to Sub Zero. I took a short trip to Sub Zero one evening, just to see what all the hype was about. Here's what I found out: 1) When it comes to vodka, they mean business. They have lots of it. And I talking the good kind. 2) Yes, there really is sushi into the evening. And into the night. 3) The ice bar is pretty neat (nothing worse than a warm drink, especially if it's vodka-based). 4) The drinks are stiff. The staff is friendly. And if you don't like your drink, you should just let them know. 5) It gets pretty crowded, so get there early--also, not a great place to try to relax, more of a great place to grab a drink (and sushi) with friends. Bottom line: If you love vodka, you need to go to this place.
(4)Brian J.
this place has a severe case of premature ejaculation. they blew their entire load on all the awesome vodka and didn't even have the courtesy to finish the place off... it's like a "dive premium vodka / sushi bar" if such a thing can even exist. the atmosphere is very uncomfortable, cluttered, confused... weird.
(3)Ash D.
This was a pretty awesome Vodka bar. I don't drink, but I did actually indulge in an Oreo Martini here. Worth it. It was busy, but plenty of waitresses. And the waitresses were very attentive. I highly suggest here if you go to the central west end.
(4)Lisa M.
The vodka selection and martini menu are great. The sushi is decent, certainly by midwestern standards. The service is consistently horrid and carried out by seemingly mind-numbed waitresses. The music is too loud for conversation. This is a good place for watching people drink too much and fall over each other.
(2)Joshua T.
Spend money here!!! And if you enter, rest assured, you will. But oh my, you will scarcely notice, nor will you mind. The first things you will notice upon approach are the cool blue neon and tastefully lighted and twinkling bottles decorating the facade, cues carried on throughout - delicate and pretty lighting pieces of colored glass; the stunning vodka refrigerator, larger than life, stately and serene as Superman's ice fortress. The decor is chic yet understated enough to be timeless these last 5 years; a refreshing oasis from the generic 'pubs' catering exclusively to the average Midwest flat-beer-swilling masses. Step up to the ice bar, perhaps the coolest thing I have ever seen, and set your palm prints in its textured crystalline surface. Become a part of history for a while as you order your favorite vodka. And may I suggest Tito's - handcrafted, small batch elixir of heaven from the copper stills of Austin, TX? Admire the beautiful people as you sip. And they are beautiful. Mercifully, the baseball cap-cum-torn cammo shorts crew is absent, alone worth the price of the liquor! Hungry? Definitely get the Kobe sliders with a side of potato wedges; they are beyond belief. Or have Vu lovingly and artfully prepare your nigiri or maki sushi - rolls to you. All are excellent. Tip well or I will find out about it.
(4)Susan N.
Stopped by in the afternoon for a light snack. Ordered the American Kobe Sliders and was more than a little disappointed when they arrived. For fifteen bucks I expected more. The two mini burgers were tucked into dollar rolls (dried out, at that) and I had to remove the top of the roll to find the burger. Described as served with a fried onion ring and jalapeño cheese sauce, I had to search again. Perhaps a half teaspoon of sauce per burger and half of a fried onion ring were found. Several tasty tempura vegetables were served as a side and added a little value. Also, the service (3 different servers approached our table) was friendly, if not a bit confused. Didn't really feel the ambience...rather cold and stark.
(3)Lauren C.
I love the atmosphere! It is a sushi, vodka, hamburger, and more restaurant... and all is wonderful. The sushi is extremely fresh... try the spicy tuna! They give big chunks of tuna in the roll.. its amazing! There is every kind of vodka you could ask for, as well as specially made flavored vodka! Great for martinis! As weird as it sounds, this sushi joint has some of the best hamburgers in town. No lies. Please go try it for yourself!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(5)Kelly S.
burgers, sushi, and vodka. lots and lots of vodka. it seems like most of the reviews for this place are for the bar/vodka side of the house, which we didn't really partake in. we browsed the drink menu (2 pages of mixed drinks, 1 of sakes, and 5 or more of vodkas to order by the glass or by the bottle) but stuck to a few of the martini/mixed drinks. there wasn't much i hadn't seen elsewhere, but there are only so many combinations of vodkas, juices, and other spirits you can really make that don't taste awful. avoid the antioxidant unless you're in the mood for cough syrup, though. the burger menu can be a bit daunting. they have a decent selection of pre-selected combinations, and a "build your own" section with an absurd amount of choices. i settled on the "ratatouille" which was *heaven* on a bun. grilled zucchini, portobello, and red pepper with a generous helping of goat cheese. my husband's bison burger (with slaw and bbq sauce) was perfectly cooked and incredibly tasty as well. we'll definitely be back for more of those. other than the burgers and the vodka, though, there's not much to talk about. perhaps it's just been overhyped by trendier folks to me, but i was expecting something...i dunno, *more*. the staff was quite pleasant and decor was pretty nifty, and i appreciated having a completely separate smoke-free section, even if it was away from all the action of the sushi and drink bars. speaking of the sushi bar, i was completely turned off by it. it was tacked on to the room like an after-thought and the small selection of fish wasn't lit up at all. the chef looked bored. maybe it was just because were there early on a weekday, but the entire operation screamed "neglect" to me, and we went straight for the burgers. perhaps it will look more inviting on our next trip. if we go with a vodka connoisseur who can appreciate the selection, it might even be worth an extra star.
(4)Geoff S.
I like this place don't get me wrong. Cool location, cool crowd, good food, and an okay space. But the drink prices are a little high, esp. for the weak pour you get. Sushi is a good bet here. Gets pretty crowded in the evenings and the eye candy can be good. For St. Louis, this is a cool place.
(3)Ayanna B.
They try harder than other spots in the area. Their drinks (especially vodka-based) are great, and if not, they take it seriously and want you to tell them. They serve decent sushi well into the night. It get really REALLY crowded with scenesters, so summertime is best when they also have street seating open. The staff's really friendly and efficient and are really good at talking a belligerent drunk out of the place.
(4)Niki C.
Sexy interior although the big wall in the middle of the room really cuts into the ambience. Better for intimate dates than a big group of drunk twenty-somethings.
(4)Madonna M.
I have to say that mixing sushi with any other cuisine is risky, especially if that other will be sandwiches. Having said this, I was very impressed with both. The sushi is fresh and the Falafel sandwich I had was wonderful. The place is lucky to be in the location that it is in, otherwise it would be a total flop. Simultaneously, it is also trying to be a vodka bar, which is not a bad idea, but ruins the sushi concept, in my opinion. Nevertheless, the service (Kristine) was wonderful. Would totally visit again.
(4)Matthew R.
I love vodka, so I was really excited about this place. Good selcetion and decent service. The crowd was typical Central West End, so no complaints from me there.. However, the idea of an ice-topped bar didn't really work as well as they might have planned. This isn't Vegas. When you just come in from the freezing ass 2 degree St. Louis weather, the last thing you want to saddle up to is a bar made of ice.
(3)Diane P.
I went to SubZero on a typical hot and humid day in STL. My friends and I came around 10pm-ish... which is typical for a dead bar. What happened when we came? The place was PACKED. Luckily, we found a spot near the bar and ordered several drinks. It was specials on vodka night, and dang, they were cheap! Five dollars for whatever vodka mixer. Amazing! I wished I remember what Eastern European vodka I had because I wanted to buy a bottle of it ever since. The staff was courteous and always willing with suggestions. Their helpfulness helped me have a better experience at SubZero. I never had the food, but the wait staff brought out food by the mother load. It has to be good, right?
(4)Shane R.
right in the heart of the trendier part of the cwe. very contemporary hip atmosphere. mostly people in their 20s. bar made of ice is a cool idea, but you're going to pay for it. drinks were not particularly memorable.
(3)Stephani B.
The owner of Sub Zero Vodka Bar have opened up an upscale burger restaurant right next door. They offer burgers that range from SW Veggie Burgers to Kobe Beef & Lobster Tail burgers with much more interesting side then just fries. We liked the ambiance (similar to the vodka bar) and the food was hit or miss. The tempura vegetable side and the sweet potato fries were amazing, but the classic burger was nothing better than I could make myself. The succisa and buffalo mozzarella burger was pretty good, but next time (and I will definitely go back) I'm looking to try the Lamburger with hummus, mint and cucumber.
(3)Jake H.
I would love to hate this place, but I can't. Despite being super douchey their drinks are great and the food is always surprisingly good. Damn you sub-zero.
(4)Andrew R.
This is a pretty cool bar with pretty good food. I was surprised that I hadn't tried SubZero out before last night. They had a great drink menu with a ton of different types of martinis and vodkas to choose from. My wife's bling bling drink looked awesome. We went there wanting burgers and I would say they were better than normal but not quite what I hoped. I would recommend going with 1 burger instead of the sliders. That was my fault. Each slider was good but I would have rather had 1 full for my meal. The BBQ Bison, Classic were good and the Turkey Burger with Cranberry and some creamy cheese was the best. Overall, I would go back for sure, but maybe a little pricey for what your eating. 3 drinks and 1 beer and our alcohol bill was about $35 and for two burger entrees, that portion of the bill was $28. Not a lot for a cool place, but just kind of wanted more (not food) for some reason when we left. Perhaps we were just off the ordering game this evening.
(3)Elizabeth B.
Sleek and sexy, just the sort of place you'd expect to find in any major chic city. The sushi is pretty good; better than most in St. Louis, though expensive for what it is. The drinks and vodkas are fantastic. I especially enjoyed the sushi mary, which is a bloody mary served with a side of wasabi, ginger, and a shrimp. Extra wasabi in the sushi mary was excellent.
(4)drew h.
one of my favorite bars in st. louis. great selection of VODKA (and stocks most of my HANGAR 1 FAVORITES, if not all). the staff is really good with their mixing technique with a touch of flair. you seriously can not believe how many people in st. louis screw up mixing vodka, but they have it down to an art. i love the "ICE" layer on the bar, which constantly keeps your drink cool, but not watered down. hands down, they make the best MARTINIS as well. normal central west end crowd. i dub this place cooler than a penguin's ass. probably why its called SUBZERO. if its too cool for you, then take your ass somewhere else.
(5)Andrew R.
Went to sub zero with friends for dinner. Ordered sushi and it was subpar at best. Then as I ate over half of my dragon roll a bug fell out and crawled all over my plate. It was a horrifying experience and caused me to join yelp. Drinks were good.
(1)Tamara M.
Love the vodka and cocktails at this place. The burgers are huge and pretty damn good too. They have a pork steak burger that melts in your mouth. Sooooo good!
(4)A.J. H.
I absolutely love the versatility of this place. Largest selection of vodka in the world, great sushi, and great burgers. I've eaten here quite a few times, had both sushi and burgers, and I've left very satisfied every time. Usually with a solid buzz, which never hurts. After a late class, I met a buddy for some drinks. It's rare for me to be in the mood for vodka, so I stuck with whiskey. We're both big guys who eat a lot, so naturally we had to grub a little. My friend suggested the American Kobe Nachos, claiming they were "incredible." He wasn't lying. The crispy chips, the cheese, the freshly sliced avocado, the kobe ground beef... Wow. I loved these nachos. Try them. After a couple more bourbons, we were still hungry and wanted sushi. We weren't sure, however, if we wanted a whole roll each. Decisions, decisions... We shared our predicament with our waiter (great dude) and he recommended we share the Derek Roll, which is the biggest roll on the menu. It was out in five minutes and it turned out to be the perfect amount of food. We left just before midnight. Two dudes. Fat, happy, and three sheets to the wind. Sub Zero maintains my highest recommendation. Versatility, quality, and selection. Two thumbs up.
(5)Janika H.
Favorite place. is it a little more expensive yes but you are really paying for the CWE location. Sushi fresh and good. love the infusions. salads are phenomenal and the burgers are great. no complaints. Valet is free. what else could you want. And they have a birthday club for a free bottle on your birthday!!!
(5)Mike G.
Tasty sushi but a bit overrated - as is the inside-out rolling...philly roll ended up a pile of rice. Tempura order got screwed up too. Cool environment; will come back for the burgers and some vodka. Maybe not so much for the sushi. We'll see.
(3)Angelica M.
Sushi was good. I'm from Chicago so the sushi is way better over here for about the same price, and most of our places are also BYOB. St Louis needs some spots like that!
(3)Vik S.
I'll go out on a limb and say that Sub Zero is THE spot to go to in the CWE for good weekday late-night eats. Full menu (apps/sushi/burgers) is served until 12:45am every day but Sunday. There was actually a decent crowd at 11:30 on a Tuesday night. I had a bahn-mi "burger" and a sushi roll and everything was damn good. The bahn-mi was a loosely-formed ground pork patty seasoned w/ spices and topped w/ jalepenos and some leafy greens on some sort of crusty bread. I really enjoyed it, the meat was full of Vietnamese flavors. It was a bit overpriced at $14, but at least that includes a side. What made this place really stand out was the atmosphere, specifically the music. It was a great mix of new electronic/downtempo/chillwave and it really gave the place a great energy. It was well thought out and set a great mood, and wasn't at all generic sounding or overly loud. I'm a firm believer that good music can really elevate a night out, and it's nice that Sub Zero puts some care into its selection. The blue-tinged dim lighting was also really nice. It's rare to find good food and atmosphere on a late weekday night, so hats off to Sub Zero.
(4)Cynthia H.
food - eeeh - potato skins over cooked drink - eeeh - Stolli bluberry with lemonade w/splash sprite Pitcher - eeeeh - overated Waitress - couldn't answer or felt uncomfortable would get the manager Manager- talked loudly as if we wanted something for nothing (exchange/options) on $40 pitcher was "bla, bla, bla" - did nothing. Needless say no 2nd pitcher or other foods orders ... my party of 5 moved on to spend elsewhere But my friend husband spilled his free Birthday bottle of Vodka (compliments of Sub-zero) and the waiter who was not ours brought him another one out no questions. Now
(2)Zach L.
Where else can you go to get an excellent cheeseburger and even better sushi!?! I'm not a vodka lover so this review is based strictly on the food. At first glance I was thinking that it was kind of pricy for the sushi...I mean c'mon $8.50 for a simple Philadelphia Roll?! They had a handful of rolls in the $20 range. But after breaking down and ordering the philly roll anyway I was extremely impressed. The piece of salmon was a good sized chunk and was very fresh. After eating the first roll I was no longer concerned about price. The best part about Sub Zero is you can go with your friends that don't like sushi. Ever had the problem of craving sushi but the friend(s) available to meet for dinner hate sushi? Boom, take them to Sub Zero. They get a very reasonably priced, delicious burger...so many different types to choose from... and you get your sushi. It's a win-win.
(4)Jessica T.
As the name would suggest, Sub Zero has an unbelievable selection of vodkas. I mean, they've got it all. They also have really, really tasty sushi. Aside from vodka, they have an extensive selection of cocktails, beer, & wine and they can mix you up all sorts of mixed drinks (even sans vodka). I've been on weekdays and I've been on weekend nights and it's almost always pretty full. If you're looking for a place in the CWE to go drink for cheap, this certainly isn't it...but if you're a liquor/cocktail connoisseur and you're looking for a classy place to get your drink on, then you should definitely go.
(4)Kylie S.
Happy hour 4-6! My husband and I like to go for a $5 vodka infusion and half-off appetizers :) I've also had a black bean burger there that knocked my socks off! As far as the infusions go I recommend most of the fruit-based ones. If you're looking for something really crazy, try the three peppers (hot!). We usually sit outside because the crowd out there is a bit more casual. Staff is really friendly. Parking on Euclid is tough, but try Maryland and you should find something.
(4)Jenna L.
What an interesting concept- a vodka bar combined with a sushi bar and hamburgers. Thinking of how those don't all go together very well, I was a little nervous to eat here the first time around. I have tried the sushi (very mediocre) and a salad (really good) but I have yet to try a burger. The service is good and the atmosphere is fun in the Central West End. I would go here again if my primary purpose was to order cool vodka drinks and have some food to wash it down with.
(3)Kel Vin W.
I love this place! The first time we went there was on a Sunday for lunch, we sat outside on the beautiful afternoon. The menu is amazing! First of all, the build your own burger section is great! We ordered a burger comprising Colorado Lamb with mint, Cranberry-Orange sauce, feta cheese, avocado and roasted tomatoes. That's going to be my go-to burger! We also shared the Hawaiian sushi roll which was a terrific combination. The second time here, I was there during Happy Hour which had 1/2 off Vodka infusions, schlafly beers and appetizers. We tried the Blueberry Pomegranate Infusion which was a delicious drink! I also had a sashimi-tini which came with 2 thick slices each of salmon, tuna, yellowtail and (one other type that I don't know the name of). Definitely a staple place for me, I expect my alcohol tolerance will be well-trained by subzero's bartenders!
(4)Jacob W.
When I want to hit up a nice place, have some healthy, delicous food, and enjoy a lowkey night out, SubZero is my go to place. I like it a lot. The sushi is delicous, with good specials, great combinations, fresh ingredients, and a fair price, this is the best sushi place I have tried in St. Louis so far. The service is always usually top notch as well. My girlfriend got a free bottle of svedka vodka for her 21st birthday! The reason for the 4 star rating is for the drinks. I usually get the sake, which is pretty good, but one night I was feeling especially adventurous and chose to order some shots and mixed drinks. The shots were $8 a piece. I ordered a dirty martini (one of my favorites) and it was disappointing. I asked for more olive juice to remedy the problem and was given a small beaker of it which I was charged $3 for. I expect the high cost at a place like this for liquor, but if I am going to pay it I don't expect to be nickel and dimed on the extremely small portions of mixers. They should ensure I'm happy with the drink and I will have no problem paying the price for it. Now I know to just stick with the sake and sushi and this place will remain one of my favorites in St. Louis.
(4)Ashley R.
I dined here last night for the St Louis Effort for AIDS "Dine Out for Life," so I went in expecting a few things: A) I was going to get my spend on, B) this place was going to be PACKED. Having those expectations, it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought. As we had made a reservation, we did not have to wait for a table upon arrival... which is a good thing, because Sub Zero was, in fact, packed. Our party of five was crammed into a window seat, but we made do. The cocktail selection is amazing, and there are so many delicious choices. They are a bit pricier than I normally like to spend on my booze, but I'm never opposed to the occasional splurge. Last night, I had the "zentini" made with cucumber vodka. It was crisp and refreshing. In fact, all of the drinks at the table were scrumptious... except one. My friend went out on a limb and tried the "spicy chocolatini". All five of us tasted it, and we all thought the taste was terrible. The drink is an odd combination of "4-pepper and sun-dried tomato vodka, Three Olives chocolate vodka and Meletti Cioccolato," but the combo just did NOT work. Do not try this drink unless you are certain you like the flavor of a chocolate bloody mary. Our dinner took a while (see above), but since we were amongst friends, it did not seem as long. When we could hear each other, of course. I am not a big fan of the atmosphere, especially the ear-pounding club music. I'd prefer a more subtle ambiance. The food was pretty good. Still not the best veggie sushi I've had (see Kampai) but delicious, nonetheless. I did LOVE the presentation of the "Jeremy roll". This tempura sweet potato and veggie roll was topped with slivers of avocado... making it look like raw fish (granted a little green). The taste was good and the pieces were more traditionally-sized... sometimes the two-bite pieces can be a little difficult to eat. The inari (tofu nigiri) was also beautifully presented, but a bit bland. My other veggie-eating friend ordered the falafel burger. While I appreciate any restaurant that offers a bevy of vegetarian options, the falafel burger didn't really follow through. It was extremely dry. The falafel, while terribly dry, had a decent flavor. The lettuce and cucmber on top were fresh and crisp. The tahini sauce added a bit more flavor, but did not alleviate the dryness of the falafel. (Note to self: Stick to Greek restaurants for Greek food.) On a final note, I want to give a shout out to our server. She seemed a little overwhelmed at the chaos, but did very well for being new there. She was also very sweet and accommodating.
(3)Gregory P.
Vodka, Burgers and Sushi. It sounds like a really bad idea. I love all three, but do enough people feel the same? Apparently, YES! I love this place because of the location, going casual and fitting right in, lots of choices for vodka's and martini's, the sushi was great and my wife thought it was the best burger she had in a very long time. Good service, friendly atmosphere and just a neat place to visit for a different kind of dining experience and drinks.
(5)Christy A.
Nachos, sushi rolls, crab cakes....martini's galore! Excellent happy hour spot
(5)Christopher W.
Huge, interesting menu. Sushi is great. Atmosphere is young, with loud house music. Had the falafel burger, which is a let down. Soggy, mushy, and wet in the middle. Clearly microwaved, which indicates the menu is too big for the kitchen. Budget allowing, if you stick with sushi and martinis, you won't be disappointed.
(3)Pamela R.
If you are a fan of vodka, Sub Zero is the place to go. With hundreds of brands and a nice selection of infused vodkas, Sub Z rocks! The ice bar might seem trendy but it actually serves a dual purpose of keeping your cocktail chill and I like to draw little pictures on it. See, never a dull moment. The sushi is pretty good for a non-traditonal sushi establishment and the adjoining Burger Bar is excellent if you are a carnivore like me. Sub Zero gets a nice mix of diverse clientele and it doesn't have the feel of a "pick up" bar. I am just as comfortable there on a date as when I'm out with my girlfriends. It's a chill place for happy hour or late night. I always have a good time when I hit Sub Z.
(5)Kim A.
I love this place! My first time here was on a Friday. I loved the strawberry pomegranate lemonade so much that I came back on Saturday. My guests and I had a private bar as a large group. It was all of our first times at Subzero and the bar tenders and servers were marvelous. The bartenders tried to find/make something that we would individually enjoy. They serve more than just vodka here and the prices during happy hour are reasonable. I can't remember what type of sushi I had but it was yum!!
(5)Bruce H.
Pretty chill place!! I ordered the antioxidant and it was surprisingly delicious!!! Made with blueberry vodka and some other berry flavors !!!
(4)Emily R.
SubZero = Japan + Russia + The Lou + The Jersey Shore. And I love it! The sushi here is better than across the street, and the service has always been stellar. The bartender last night was especially sweet to us - and efficient. The burgers are just OK. The sweet potato fries are amazing. I like the ice bar and the wide variety of menu items and vodkas, including their house-infused vodkas. I tried a few last night mixed with club soda. They could have been a bit stronger - but I liked the subtle, natural flavors (watermelon, mixed melon, cucumber, etc.) and the price - only $4 each. The crowd is gym-tan-laundry and Snooki poof plus the uber-fashionable urban set and the random middle-aged person. I don't mind - it's interesting. Last night they had live music - an acoustic band playing classic rock standards - and I didn't think it fit the vibe of the place at all. I would actually prefer to hear techno, house, or hip hop here.
(4)Aaron L.
If you like martini's, this is the place for you. Tons of different vodka drinks to choose from. Very good sushi also!
(4)Chris S.
I met up with some friends last night at Sub Zero and really had a bad experience. Service was very, very slow (not the server's fault - they were way understaffed for a Friday night) and me and my friend ended up with $70 worth of food poisoning! Called the manager to let him know and he basically blew me off with a "that sucks" type response. With so many restaurants in town, I have no need to go back here if that's how they feel about their customers.
(1)Rece S.
Drinks are good NOT THE FOOD! Our burger that was under cooked ( almost raw) and missing ingredients. They made another fresh burger that was decent. However, the service gets a 11 star because the over all services wasn't as expected. But we will give this spot another try in the future.
(2)Joan G.
Dinner last night at Sub Zero. A beautiful night to sit outside and enjoy the views. After ordering our drinks (a little about that later) we decided to share an appetizer. Looking at my previous YELP review, I stated that the Jalapeno Cheese Balls were very tasty. We decided to do those again and they did not disappoint. The chili sauce is wonderful with the cream cheese filled balls with just a hint of jalapeno. For dinner Mike got a lamb burger and I chose the classic burger. Our side was Zucchini fries. Our burgers were cooked exactly the way we ordered them. The zucchini fries were outstanding and served with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. I won't post the picture of my half eaten hamburger but it was very good. Now for my drink. I know this is a vodka bar, but if you know me you know I love my margaritas. Jamisine(?) took our order. A margarita in a rocks glass with salt. My drink came out in a tall glass. I like a short glass so I can taste my tequila and you don't get a lot of mix with it. I explained to her that I had wanted it made for a rocks glass. She didn't know what that was. I said a short glass and she stated she could take it back and pour it into one. Never mind. My margarita rating is a C. The food is good, the outside seating is great and I will be coming back again and again.
(4)Beck E.
Although I remember thinking very highly of the burgers here, the sushi is laughably bad and the price leaves a sour taste in your mouth. The bf and I were desperate for sushi delivery, which arrived 25 minutes late despite a $10 tip ahead of time. (This is why you never pre-tip! Argh.) For $76 total on 5 rolls and 2 pieces of nigiri, the sushi could have tasted a lot better. The rice was really dry and not well seasoned. The sauces were stingy, and the spicy tuna had a weird smokey taste. It was all just very... sad. St. Louis sushi continues to disappoint. Have to dock a star from my previous review.
(3)Shambavi K.
Awesome expansive list of drinks. Gets tough to pick one. I liked the zentini. Service was helpful is selecting drinks. We dined outside since it was a nice night out and it was too loud in the inside. Great place for drinks but not the best for food... Food wise, sushi rolls seemed out of place on a menu with burgers. We ordered 3 rolls which were below par (sub zero roll, crazy roll, and the baja rolls? it had jalapeno which is what we wanted). The fish didn't seem the freshest and had a lot of rice.
(2)Joe K.
Came here on a sat night and it was packed. Couldn't get a seat in the dining room but sat at one of tables at the bar. The bar area and dining room area are split. The atmosphere at the bar is "cool" and had good music. We ordered sushi, a pretzel burger, potato wedges and drinks which were all decent, but nothing that blew my mind. Sushi quality was good and larger in size :) Drink menu is extensive obviously in vodka so if you love vodka, check this place out! Same company/owners of gamlin whiskey house.
(3)Amanda P.
OBSESSED! First time I went here was on a Valentine's Day date. We made a reservation and sat in a low lit romantic corner. We ordered a "Goblet" and it was incredible. I think that was the Swedish Fish one. It says it's enough for 4... But we were happy sharing it with just the two of us... And felt great afterward ;). I ordered sushi YUMMM and he got a burger! We couldn't have been happier! The next time was the weekend of the Cardinals Opening Game 2015. We were craving another "goblet" so we got the "puy galore"! VERY YUMMY! Again the food was remarkable. If you're looking for a unique experience Nd great food you definitely want to check out this hot spot!
(5)Rachelle M.
Not sure why there are so many bad reviews! We had a great time! Note! If you go on your bday (you must supply picture id) you get a free bottle of vodka! We had two different rolls of sushi, unfortunately i cant remember which ones, but they were great! Our server was as attentive and helpful. Our drinks were great! Plan on spending some money, but it was a great bday dinner!
(5)Matt G.
The food and drinks are great, but the staffing leaves much to be desired. I've been multiple times and every time is waited for service on the high end of 10 minutes, only to be talked to like I was an immigrant at Ellis Island in the early 1900's...in short they were rude. If you like vodka go, if you like smiles and a friendly experience, I'd try somewhere else. There's a friendly guy in a donkey costume across the street, just saying.
(2)Caprice F.
SubZero is a staple for a hip restaurant and bar in CWE. They have a shaved ice bar which is pretty cool and feature an extensive variety of vodka. They even have a vodka club in which you earn points for buying drinks which you can cash in for items. Also if you are in the club you get a free full size bottle of vodka on your birthday. But you have to go on on your actual birthday to get it. Its true, I've done it! They're menu is unique in that it features sushi snd gourmet burgers. Yes, that's it. And the food is excellent! I've been here a number of times and have had the sushi and burgers, and you seriously can't go wrong either way. The sushi is kind of expensive compared to other restaurants but it is good. As for the burgers, I've had the World's Fair burger (which is huge and delicious) and the Colorado lamburger (which i didn't really care for much, it was a little too dry for me). The service is typically good. There are also party rooms downstairs which are nice and feature their own bars. You really can't go wrong with SubZero but i will say their menu is so extensive that i always have a hard time deciding what to eat. It's hard enough deciding between sushi and burgers, but once you've decided that, then you have to decide what you want to order in that particular category which is hard. It's always a struggle.
(4)Glenn C.
After reading so many negative reviews on Yelp, I was prepared to not like this place. It seemed the main highlights in the reviews involved the sweet potato fries and the many vodkas available. We came in for Saturday lunch, and ordered three World Fair burgers and a veggie burger, with salads and edamame as our sides, along with my side of those sweet potato fries (wonderfully crisp), and iced tea. The food was prompt, hot and very delicious. The waiter was really nice, and patient with my cousin, who is 82 years old and asks a million questions. I would have given it 5 stars, but it was pretty expensive for what it was...two burgers with one side each, and 2 iced teas cost me around $40. I would definitely come back, preferably with someone else's wallet.
(4)Ut O.
I went for the first time this past weekend with my boyfriend and three friends. We arrived at about 11:30 and it was crazy crowded. It was very hard to find a table so we were excited to see when a group got up to leave. Once we sat down, and ordered, it was much better. I got the sushi Bloody Mary which was awesome because it came with shrimp, three olives, ginger, and wasabi. I also ordered one of the special rolls and it was delicious!
(4)Morgan W.
Loved the sushi and vodka!! My friend raved about this resturant so naturally my family had to try it out during a visit to the city. Service was great and no complants about the food. Come on by for a great time with some great food.
(5)Julia J.
The shrimp and the hummus and pita were appealing visually and also had good flavor. The sushi special had a great presentation but the spice was slightly overwhelming and cancelled out the minute flavors. The staff was friendly and polite. Very helpful and know the menu well.
(4)Brian M.
If you're going to just drink, this is your place. The food is average at best. Wait staff not knowledgeable about menu and was not able to give recommendations. If you want sushi, go across the street. Turkey burger was dry. When I let the wait staff know, she was rude and defensive. Burgers and sushi in a vodka bar? What's their speciality? Oh yea, it's vodka.
(1)Kristin H.
It is fun to scratch the frosty ice off the ice bar and to press your palm down on the cold surface - especially on a hot Sunday afternoon. My Moscow Mule was unremarkable, but refreshing as expected. Didn't have to leave a deposit for use of the copper mug. We absolutely loved the nachos we ordered. Light chips, tangy Mexican cheese, and crumbly beef hit the spot for a happy hour snack. The maki roll we ordered, however, was not good. Below average taste and quite pricey. Huge disappointment after the nachos. We thought the place was known for sushi. .... too bad.
(3)Steve R.
Great place. Fun atmosphere. Amazing selection of vodkas. Great service that really wants to help you find the right drink for you; Robert was great. If you want a spicy martini, try the Antioxidant but ask to mix in the Bitterman's Hellfire (habenero) bitters. The Antioxidant has blueberry vodka, pomegranate vodka, pom juice and cranberry juice. The sweet berries and habenero bitters work well together. I suggest 6 to 12 drops depending on how hot you want. I also love the blood orange martini (which had blood orange vodka, triple sec, lime juice, cranberry juice, and blood orange liqueur) but mix in Bitterman's Tiki bitters, which adds nutmeg and cinnamon. Tastes like Christmas.
(5)Rachel D.
This is my favorite place to eat not just in the west end but in Saint Louis! Great service and ambiance! I came for the sushi ( best dragon roll in town) but have come back repeatedly for the Kobe beef nachos! They are to die for!
(5)Justin K.
Don't know how the food was because we never received service. Started with the hostess putting us on hold at the entrance so she could answer a phone call, then sat us outside where no one served us. Waited 15 minutes for a server before we finally got up and left, was looking forward to visiting but now will not be back. Walked across the street and got served immediately.
(1)Christina R.
New management has this place going down the tubes. Higher prices and lower quality food than in previous years...they have also removed/modified some previously great menu items. Horrible service on top of all that. Latest visit has left a sour taste in my mouth and I will not be returning.
(1)Mark G.
Clearly the vodka options have to be very good and they are very very good! The food isn't bad either. Sushi has always been fresh and delicious. The burgers are unique enough to be interesting. Love the ice bar. It's about the overall experience and Sub Zero has never disappointed.
(4)Jessica M.
I'm not a vodka connoisseur, but I do like it! And it's usually my drink of choice, behind beer and wine. However if you are a vodka connoisseur, Sub-Zero probably isn't going to fulfill your vodka cravings. But if you're like me, then Sub-Zero will probably just meet your expectations for bar that offers a variety of fun, creative mixed drinks. My most recent visit to Sub-Zero was on a Tuesday night to meet a friend for drinks. We were celebrating her birthday and also playing catch-up. The reason we choose Sub-Zero for drinks was because she was a member of the "Vodka Club" and was told she'd receive a free bottle of vodka for her birthday. We weren't sure what to expect.....technically a "free bottle of vodka" could mean some small bottle from the bottle shelf of the bar. Luckily we were wrong! The "free bottle of vodka" was a 750ml bottle of London Vodka. I immediately signed up for the "Vodka Club" after the waitress delivered her bottle to our table. We each order two mixed drinks. She asked the bartender for a custom chocolaty drink and he came up with something really delicious! I ordered the caramel macchiato and it tasted just like an alcoholic caramel macchiato! Exactly what I wanted and expected it to be. Sub-Zero offers a food menu, but I have never ordered off of it. This place also gets really packed and crowded on Friday/Saturday nights, so be warned, although it can be fun!
(3)Laura K.
We went for the boyfriends birthday yesterday (free bottle of vodka if you're a vodka club member!) We both ordered Moscow Mules to start ($10 each) which were not served in the tradition copper mugs.. Odd. Then we both ordered Burgers, he ordered the Bacon Bourbon BBQ Burger ($14) and I ordered two Sub Zero sliders ($13 - I chose to get a Classic and a BBQ Bison) with sweet potato fries - these fries were really good! However, both of our orders came out wrong. He got the the Sub Zero Bacon Boursin (this was not that good, especially when you're expecting a burger with cheese and drenched in BBQ sauce!) One of my Sliders, which was supposed to be the BBQ Bison, came out plain with a mango salsa on it? Not really sure if this was our waiters fault from putting our orders in wrong, or if the kitchen staff and bar tender just weren't paying attention. We are reevaluating if the free Bottle of Pearl constitutes the mediocre (and overpriced) food here. Probably not.
(2)Chris Z.
I like Sub Zero... They just suck on weekend nights. We visited at about 10pm on a Saturday for a late dinner after a concert. There was a short wait, which was fine. But it seemed to take forever to get one of the 5 bartender's attention. After we ordered a few drinks, our table was ready. The music was so loud, the bartender couldn't communicate with us effectively and screwed up our tab. He fixed it, but we had to wait a while. For dinner, we ordered a few appetizers and some rolls. Everything came out all at once. Service simply sucks on the weekend. The food is still good, but the experience is so much better when they're not trying to cater to the wanna-be crowd. Sub Zero, I love you... when you are not distracted.
(2)Jeff H.
There's that scene in The Matrix where Neo says, "I need Vodka, lots of vodka." Then this infinite wall of vodka slides into the picture and Neo decides to chill versus fight the Matrix No wait, that's not right... Sub Zero does have an insane amount of variety. The cocktails options are also plentiful, along with a great food menu. Don't take the blue pill, the red one's more fun, visit Sub Zero soon!
(4)Aaron O.
We went for a family dinner Saturday the 28th and unfortunately that was clearly not a good night to go. Initial impression was that of an over priced hipster sports bar. Every television had the basketball games on and the crowd was obviously holding on to their tables just to watch the game. We did have reservations and arrived early and allowed to wait at the bar. Went back to the hostess at our reservation time and stood there for several minutes before we were acknowledged again and brought to our table. Unfortunately conversation was out of the question and even the waitress had to literally get face to face with us to take our orders as the tables around us were clearly more involved in the game and their volume levels dominated anything else in the restaurant. Food wise we ordered a starter of the spicy tempura pickles. Main dishes were a customized lamb burger with fries, a banh mi burger with octopus salad, a sushi roll, a ahi tuna salad, and another burger that I dont remember. The pickles were overly battered and well done with only the thinest slices of pickles on the interior. To call these tempura battered is really stretching things as this was not a light batter on these pickles and the tempura flavor was no where present. The dipping sauce was good but not enough for even half the order of the pickles. The lamb burger and fries came out cold which was made them tough to eat. The ahi-tune salad lacked any noticeable flavor and was considerable under dressed for the size of the plate. The octopus salad was extremely overcooked and very rubbery, and the banh mi burger lacked the flavoring that you would expect from a traditional banh mi sandwich. The sushi roll and the other burger were nothing special and those in our party that ordered them saying they were okay but nothing stood out in them. Seems like many of the "in" places to eat in St. Louis Sub Zero is afraid to season their food and the blandness in those dishes that should have been wonderful complex flavors became the stand out point of the dish. We were left trying to find salt or pepper to try and bring out some sense of the flavors that should have been there. Our waitress however was nice and friendly and apologized several times for the overly loud folks "dining" around us. However while exceptional taste can make up for poor service, exceptional service cannot make up for poor food. In the end Im not sure I could recommend this place for anything more than drinks, they have a large drink menu to satisfy any thirst but the food will still leave you hungry and desiring something more.
(2)N B.
Disappointing management. After reconciling my credit card bill with my receipt from Sub Zero, I saw that the Waiter (Alex) had added additional tip. I will refrain from speculating as to whether this was intentional, or an accident. I called the restaurant and asked to speak to the Manager (Jeremy) to 1) bring it to his attention and, 2) request some form of amendment. I was told by whoever answered the phone "the Manager was out temporarily and that he would call me back the same day". I never got a call back that day, or ever. A few days later, I tried reaching out via email to their website address. Again, after a few days never got a reply. Third and final attempt...called again and talked to someone willing to make things right (Jennifer, not the Manager). She apologized, saying that the "emails always go directly to the Manager" (not her fault). She promised a refund for the tip, and gift certificate. I got the refund, but then never received a gift certificate. This was a negative experience overall for me, and one for which I am chalking it up to this restaurant's poor management/leadership. As patrons, we agree to participate in fair practice. This restaurant fumbled my financial transaction, and (when finally responded to) proceeded to fall apart on their promises for correction. There are too many good restaurants in the Central West End to put up with unprofessional behavior. Sub Zero has lost my business.
(1)Annie S.
This is an excellent place to go to get a few drinks and catch up with friends. They have an extensive list of vodka drinks and give you a free bottle on your birthday, or so I've heard. I went there this weekend and had a good time. The music was great and it was fairly crowded so a little tough to get to the bar and order a drink. In addition to the bar area, they have a section where they serve food and have lots of tables. There, it's more of a restaurant/cafe atmosphere so depending on which you prefer, you can have both styles.
(3)Katie H.
World's Fair Burger - The fact that this burger comes with two patties was the big selling point to me! But I have to say that the patties themselves were only mildly seasoned - I guess the basic Angus patty is kinda boring and I might have to try the grassfed patty next time. The jalepino cheese sauce wasn't spicy AT ALL, which was disappointing. The onions and peppers were flavorful! And the bacon looked nice, but actually didn't have much flavor. Philly Cheesesteak Burger - This is the burger my husband got. I tried I bite, but it seemed even less flavorful than my burger. However, he really enjoyed it. Sweet potato fries - Awesome! They had the perfect amount of crips on the outside and soft on the inside. They aren't seasoned at all which is kind of nice. I just added a little s&p and they were perfect for me! Overall I was fine with what I got, but I had very high expectations considering the amazing options and considering the high prices. I think I would like to go back and try something completely different and see if it impresses me.
(3)Bria K.
This restaurant was a bit of a joke. Perhaps we had the wrong server, but she had absolutely no knowledge of the menu. At a vodka bar, one would assume that the wait staff is educated on the vodka; however, our server continued to deflect questions about actual vodkas to the more poplar martinis offered on the menu. While I understand that this can be considered a college bar and their most popular drinks are mixed drinks, we were disappointed that someone serving in the bar area of the restaurant was completely uneducated on simple vodka topics. An example: Member of our party- "We prefer to drink Absolut Citron on the rocks with a twist of lemon, do you have anything different but comparable on the menu?" Our Waitress- "Um, there are martinis in the front of the menu." Member of our party- "Thanks, I'll check those out. In the meantime, do you have citron vodkas that are not in mixed drinks." Our Waitress- "Probably, but I can show you my favorite mixed drinks on the menu." As it turns out, once we reached the back of the extensive vodka portion of the menu, there was a citron vodka section that she could have easily directed us to. I think this was my last visit.
(1)Meghan P.
Carlton was out server. He was fantastic!! The drink menu had a wide variety of choices from beers to champagne and the burgers were to die for! The rumor is true, you do get a whole bottle of vodka for your birthday! Overall; great service, delicious food, stout drinks, and a cool atmosphere.
(5)Mykia O.
I went here for a birthday party and I must say the service was great, but the appetizers were mediocre. I guess it's slightly unfair to say that being that I was starving and was not in the mood for tiny pieces of sushi and vodka, so that may be my bad. However the drinks were good, I ended up just drinking beer towards the end. It's not a very big place but it's cozy and we were seated in the very front however it still felt intimate despite the noise and the constant foot traffic. All in all, if you like sushi, and vodka this may be a good place for you.
(3)Scott A.
Food was par,NO SUBSTITUTE ON BURGERS, sushi was not bad, bloodyMary was good, Moscow mule came in a regular glass, Banana martini had no banana and was a small glass..for the $$ I can get better food in this great city of st.louis!
(2)Katherine B.
Delicious burger - I had a cheesy green chile cheeseburger. Plenty of cheese! It would've been better on a pretzel bun, the bun it came with crumbled horribly. Not sure if the bread was fresh or maybe it was toasted a little too long. I ordered a pitcher of back 9, which really needed to be sweetened. Our waitress brought us simple syrup after we asked for it. The tea was completely unsweetened, which was a little unexpected. We had a large party, but our waitress really took good care of us.
(3)Valerie T.
Great bar with good food but bring a sweater it is cold because of the ice bar. It is a fun place so bring your fun friends. I brought my boring friends and am dropping them at the nursing home on my way home even though they don't qualify. They will find something for them to do. I am staying though and hanging at the ice bar!!! I'll see you here. I'll be the one with the
(5)Kirby M.
Back in the day the sushi was good but over time it became not so bueno. Still, The selection of vodka is just ridiculous. They have some decent appetizer specials plus infused vodka specials for happy hour daily, you can definitely do some damage to your liver in very little time then. I've been going later at night, it stays pretty lively until the CWE closes down. You can even make little ice carvings at the bar. For drinks it's a great choice, food is just meh.
(4)Ben S.
Sub Zero's sushi is high quality and delicious. It is also the only sushi restaurant in the area that I am aware of that does not use imitation crab meat. The drinks are tasty and well prepared, and the atmosphere is very nice. Despite Sub Zero's great food, drinks, & atmosphere, I do not go there very often because their prices are extremely high. Not unjustifiably so, but still high nonetheless. You will generally get your money's worth at Sub Zero, but I tend to frequent establishments that have more affordable high-quality options. Again, Sub Zeros prices are justifiable, but there are certainly cheaper alternatives in St. Louis that will give you just as much of an enjoyable experience.
(4)Amy F.
Great happy hour - incredible list of vodkas - fantastic mojo in the Central West End
(5)Shabrina J.
Great list of drinks. I got the Romanoff Bellini, it was good. Mediocre sushi preparation, wouldn't recommend ordering sushi. We had too much rice on the rolls. My friends got a burger and seemed to like it.
(3)The W.
Burgers, sushi, at a vodka bar. Eclectic waitstaff, Shane excellent information about the restaurant and other things to do in St. Louis. A fun experience at good prices. Tried a vodka called cardinal sin that was aged in oak barrels. Smooth good Vodka with great bourbon flavor.
(4)Lisa B.
REALLY crowded. But for good reason. They can sure as HELL make a martini. I had the Sweet Dream. Then someone bought me another without my knowledge. They taste like dessert. Literally. So I lost any semblance of sobriety the rest of the night, but I sure had fun. I was a little disappointed that the "ice bar" was a long strip of ice running down the bar to keep your drink chilled. I had some fantasy of sitting by a bar carved out of ice. Yeah, I'm from Texas, so I have fantastic ideas, I know. Just the same, thumbs up!
(3)Anita K.
I was here on Saturday night for a birthday celebration and had a great time. The whole CWE was packed and Sub Zero was no exception. It's so exciting when the weather starts getting warm and people head out to celebrate- there is a just a happy buzz in the air. Though the buzz could be vodka related as well....! We had a big group and they had reserved an area in the back of the bar. More people showed up than planned, which is fun, but it did make it hard to squeeze everyone in comfortably. Obviously Sub Zero isn't responsible for my friends that make last minute changes of plan, though! Reading the cocktail list is always a treat with their long list of interesting and creative drinks. After pouring over martinis, champagne cocktails, and more, I got a girlfriend to split a watermelon patio pitcher with me. Yes it was probably too much for two, but it was oh so good and refreshing, even sans patio! It has watermelon and vanilla vodkas, fresh watermelon and basil, plus ginger ale. SO yummy! I'm sure it will be even better as it gets warmer and watermelon comes in season. I'm also going to try to duplicate it at home, and hope I get even somewhat close. The menu is long and varied as well. Who can't love a place that specializes in sushi and burgers? The best of two great worlds. The rolls are a highlight, but some of them do get pricey. Usually that means much bigger in size as well, with high quality ingredients. Though I love sushi, I went with a burger to get plenty of protein in my tummy for a long night out. It's hard to choose from the various beefs and toppings they offer, but I was feeling pretty traditional. The Moonstone grass bed beef was delicious, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. The toppings- cheese, herbed mayo, pickled red onions, lettuce- were a great addition while still being subtle. The fries that came with my burger were just okay. The group shared sea salt covered edamame and pretzel bites, both tasty. I had a bite of a couple of rolls that were all really good, including one that had fresh and spicy jalapeno...yum! Our server was attentive and friendly, asking my name and then addressing me by it several times throughout the night. Impressive when our group alone had about 18 people and the place was slammed. He brought by complimentary shots by for the group midway through the meal, and gave us a comp to go bottle of vodka as well. Gotta love that!
(4)Mandie M.
I can't write a review on any of the food since I haven't actually ever eaten here, but the drinks are superb! I have had a good number of the different martini's offered, but my favorite has to be the Cucumber Lemon-grass Martini! If you find yourself in the CWE on a warm afternoon or evening, this drink is one of the most refreshing choices on the menu in my opinion! I typically go for the sweeter martini's but this past visit I needed something to cool off after a long day in the sun. The service has always been great and the atmosphere is classy. I am happy to have discovered my Vodka-Heaven! I will be back again and again.
(4)Allie M.
This place is beyond incredible. Vodka is my drink of choice so I love this place. I especially love it because it is a little more upscale than your average bar. There is a plethora of drinks on their menu- all craft- almost all exclusive to this bar. This bar has almost any kind of vodka you can imagine and every staff member I encountered had exceptional knowledge and was so helpful and friendly. My boyfriend had a Bakon Bloody which is a bloody mary made with bacon flavored vodka- served with a nice slice of bacon :) I had the spa-tini. I would drink this every day if I could- made with coconut water, effen cucumber vodka, lemonade (i think) and some sort of mint flavor. Served with a mint leaf and a cucumber slice- craft drinks at their finest! If you enjoy a great drink, come here (obviously)
(5)Pam N.
I went to Sub Zero after work at the BJC with one of my friends/coworkers. I had the Dirty tomato martini and she had another foo foo martini and we both enjoyed our drinks. We also shared the giant poppers as did the person sitting next to us who asked to taste our appetizer. Whatever! The waitress was helpful and attentive. I enjoyed myself. Thanks, Sub Zero!
(4)Jonina S.
Love, love, love their sashimi-tini...melt in your mouth sashimi. A bit pricey but i would gladly pay and eat it again. Went there on a Saturday evening for dinner, the atmosphere is loud but you can still have a decent conversation...if you are not on a "get to know you" date. It's a fairly large place with seating outside and inside. I appreciate that I made a reservation online because good luck to you if you can find a seat outside (open seating). Our waitress was very nice and very attentive. Women's bathroom is very small.
(4)Fifi I.
I have always liked Subzero for their yummy sushi, however the last few times I've gone, my palate has not been satisfied with them. I'm hoping this will fade, since I love the atmosphere at Subzero.
(3)Lauren E.
Sub Zero is my go-to sushi place when I'm back at home in St. Louis. I have been going here for years and I honestly have not had a single meal that I have been disappointed with. The sushi is fantastic, the burgers are delicious, and the drinks are always amazing. My all time favorite is definitely the Alaskan Roll. On top of everything else, if you join the Sub Zero club, you get a free bottle of good vodka on your birthday! I would pick Sub Zero over The Drunken Fish (which is right across the street) 10/10 times.
(5)Duncan M.
Between the Burgers, Sushi and tasty drinks, this place is great! A few friends and I had dinner here and had a really great time, the food was simply amazing, and the best Sushi I have ever had, by far. Since we couldn't really decide what to get, everything looked so good, I ordered a burger and ordered Sushi. The burger was cooked perfectly, and was wonderful, just delicious, and the Sushi was just out of this world. I don't remember exactly what we all ordered, but it was all just terrific. I only had two drinks as I was driving, but everything they have is so good, you really can't go wrong with this location. The four of us had really good time and several times the conversation turned to how good everything was. Just to note: There are some tables near the front door, and it was very cold out that night, the diners at those tables looked really cold. SubZero might want to put up a curtain in the doorway to keep the wind down, or move those tables.
(5)Lorraine N.
went on a recommendation from another establishments bartender----and it was everything the bar that I loved and was in was not.....It has a very cool and hip feel and this just isn't where I want to sit and drink and visit with friends BUT----different strokes for different folks.....they have a large menu of vodkas and the infusions are cool....I was told they have an ICE bar ---but it is just a frosty strip to sit your drink on ---they serve the drinks in a stubby thick martini glass and I am all about the stem...so that did not work for me.....I gave them a three star rating vs. a two because the bartenders were attentive, friendly, and professional......I had a dirty tomato, the dill infused and bacon infused bloody mary's....everything was okay but not knock yer socks off.....don't care if I go back
(3)Matt H.
Horrible service. Waited 35 minutes for a drink. Nothing wrong with the servers, the management is understaffing their team.
(1)Justin S.
Had the Worlds Fair Burger, it was different, but in a good way. Enjoyed the jalapeño cheese and bacon. Sushi was just ok. Eel on the Dragon Roll was overdone and it was not the freshest tasting. Expected better. Service was slow and not very attentive. I expected better.
(3)Mark Z.
Great place to hang out with friends! Enjoyed the Kobe Beef Nachos! Sat at a table out on the sidewalk to enjoy the scenery!
(4)Lesley S.
Great vodka, good sushi. I love people watching here. Usually it's a young crowd or the occasional old man with money and his gold digging Barbie wife. nice!
(4)Abby S.
Sushi, vodka and burgers....who could ask for much more? Actually, you can because Sub Zero also has an AMAZING drink menu beyond just vodka. Celebrated Thanksgiving there a little early last night with a glass of bubbly :) Our sushi and edamame were pretty standard for St. Louis- not amazing but not terrible. The rolls weren't rolled especially tight and there was a tad too much masago on mine. BUT the Hawaiian roll - crab, cucumber and mango- had a nice flavor to it. Unfortunately we sat near the bar and had some smokers close by, which put a damper on my meal. But that's no one's fault...just wish that place would go non-smoking. And the location is great, right in the heart of the CWE. Have been there before and will continue to go back!
(4)Laura K.
We ate at Sub Zero on a Sunday because Drunken Fish was closed. The menu looks great with a nice variety of choices. We had miso soup and sushi rolls. Too bad it took forever to get seated and then forever to get our drinks and miso soup. Once we got everything we ordered we were happy. The sushi was yummy and the beer was cold. I would come back to try this place again to try something different because it all looks so good. The menu looked very tasty with burgers, sandwiches along with other entrees to choose from. I am going to assume the service was so slow because it was a Sunday afternoon close to shift change. However, that is no reason for less the great service. I like that the bar has a sheet of ice to keep your drink cold. Not a bad way to keep that martini chilled! With a giant vodka selection I'm pretty sure you can't go wrong, so long as you enjoy vodka. Not to fear there are other spirits to choose from so don't let that keep you away. I hate going to the CWE because of the craptastic parking, but it keeps me coming back with good food and drinks. I guess at least I can walk off those extra calories with a walk to the car.
(3)Amie S.
Loved the sushi and make your own burger!
(4)Dustin M.
Tonight was hands down one of the worst if not the worst dining experiences of my life. I arrived with three friends at this establishment at 7:30. We were seated and greeted very promptly. Our waitress was very friendly, but her service was slower than a glacier moves. Our group consistently waited 15 to 20 minutes for drink refills on water and cocktails. We ordered two appetizers and our meal at the same time. 45 minutes after the appetizer order one of the two arrived. The first (cheese balls) were delicious and I highly recommend them. 30 minutes later the second appetizer arrives (pretzel bites) which apparently take an hour to make. They were burnt and not good. Finally almost an hour and a half after we placed our order the entrees arrived. We ordered a cheeseburger, Caesar salad and sushi. Please keep in mind that the entire time we continued to tell our server that the meals was taking extremely long as was drink delivery. When the meals arrived they were cold, prepared incorrectly and inedible. We sent all of the entrees back. One would think at this point that the server would go and get a manager. That didn't happen. My friend had to go inside and find one to speak with. Then 20 minutes after that I had to go back in and ask for our tab from the same manager. I guess we were just expected to continue to wait even after we sent all the food back and we clearly getting angry. The manager did comp our meals and took 50% off of our drink purchases, but honestly I doubt I will ever return. Thanks such for taking food I couldn't eat because it was cold off of my bill. Thanks for comping 50% off of drinks that I consistently had to wait for. I actually asked the waitress to bring me two of the 8oz infused beers at a time because it takes her 30 minutes to come back to the table after she dropped them off. I'm very disappointed!!!! I do not recommend this establishment as a restaurant. Maybe if things change in the future I will update this review...but when the customer has to leave their seat in order to find a manager to fix a problem with their own order I seriously doubt that anyone will be on point enough to make changes in the poor service standards. Shame.
(1)Mariel S.
I came here with a large group of people and the waitress was new, so I understand why the service was slow and it took so long to get out drinks. What I don't understand, though, is why my sushi was so overpriced. It was average quality, 6 pieces of sushi with one piece of shrimp tempura in it and it cost 9 DOLLARS. Usually a roll like this would cost $5-6. If it were great sushi then I would understand, but it was just so-so. Will not be returning here to get ripped off again.
(2)Michael S.
Expensive burgers and expensive drinks in a loud restaurant. Grill cooks clearly don't know how to even cook a burger. Five Star burgers are way better at half the price. Didn't try the sushi, but I'm not really in to Americanized sushi. Plenty of fried cream cheese rolls for those of you into that.
(1)Jen I.
This was our second time eating here and it's awesome! The atmosphere is fun and the waitress was spot on! Plus She had great recommendations! We had the Derek Roll and the potstickers to start and from a Non-sushi girl the Derek Roll (waitress recommended) was delicious! Potstickers were just ok... For dinner my friend and I split the Bahn Mi (waitress recommended) and the SUB ZERO BACON BOURSIN - out of the 2 I'd recommend the Bahn Mi! But both were very good! The potato wedges were kind of dry though. Our waitress also suggested the blue vodka infused drink - it was amazing! It's on the one bar with fruit and ice in it - I thought it would have sour mix in it - I was wrong - it was just enough sweet and didn't taste like straight vodka! Highly recommend! Fun place and great food!
(5)Richa T.
While I can understand why some people would not really care for this place, the few times I have been here, I have always had a great time. The service is great and they do a wonderful job recommending new dishes and drinks for you. Also, this place is a great stop for a birthday party. Just saying :) if you sign up for their club, you can get a free fifth of vodka before you leave. I came here for a friends birthday and we had a great time. I ordered the Spicy New Orleans roll and loved their unique take on it. Yes, it's not really that traditional, but it was really well made and I appreciated the fusion element to it. My friend ordered a Spatini to drink, which was just made perfectly. It's kind is a cucumber martini - not too sweet, refreshing, and just delicious. Definitely a great trip and I will be sure to bring back more friends for their birthdays.
(4)Kat V.
I came here for a going away party on a Saturday night. Like a typical bar, the music was very loud. The food was so-so. I ordered one sushi roll. Not foodgasmic. Just ok. The service was great. Now, if they could turn down the music a tad so that I can hear what other people are saying to me, that would be awesome. Valet was great but a bit confusing since they stand at the curb while the actual bar is in one restaurant down. I wish they had a valet stand right by the door so people don't get confused.
(3)Cara B.
Have to admit, I was slightly disappointed with SZVB. I was really expecting more. I brought a group here with me for my 30th birthday, and I don't think the group was overly thrilled with their drinks. My drinks just didn't seem to be made that well - one flavor would be overpowering and kind of ruin the entire thing. I think the consensus from everybody else was just "OK." The layout of the bar is cramped and definitely not as trendy as I was expecting. It kind of reminded me of the piano bar downtown. Not so exciting. Even the "ice bar" was lame - just a half frozen piece of metal. One awesome thing though, is that they give you a free bottle of vodka for your birthday! Score! I would probably come here again if I was in the area, because they had a very extensive drink menu. And we found the service to be pretty good, both at the bar and at the table.
(2)Matt S.
I always disdainfully referred to this place as the one suffering from an identity crisis: it's a vodka bar, hamburger joint, and a sushi place all rolled into one. Food is so-so and usually a miss, but the vodka infusions are pretty good. All my experiences with (cheap) vodka have all felt like drinking acetone, but the infusions were smooth and mellow. I end up here a lot because a lot of my friends are in their birthday club...if you go on your birthday, give them your ID and you get a random bottle of vodka, free, on the house. Friends have gotten brands ranging from Pearl to Skinnygirl (lol) to completely obscure Russian ones, which is pretty cool.
(3)Jessica S.
I love this place a little too much... I always try to make it to happy hour after work ($5 for the vodka infusions before 6) but I can only ever squeeze one drink in... then I head over to the specialty drinks of course. I love sushi period so I can't resist ordering some every time. I've tried a ton of sushi and this is not the best place to find it. Not to mention, it's not particularly cheap for what it is. The special rolls are good but ridiculously overpriced if you ask me. I've tried the nachos - I wasn't a fan of the cheese sauce they used. I'd prefer actual melted cheese, but that's just me. I've also had a burger though I can't remember what kind it was (apparently didn't leave a lasting impression). Again, good - but nothing to write home about. The salmon burger the lady at the next table ordered looked fantastic. I will say that their sweet potato fries are bomb though. Okay, DRINKS. I've tried jump around the drink menu as much as I can but I always seem to come back to the banana nut bread martini. YUM. It's made with rumchata and banana liqueur - I have to say, the taste is true to the name. Other drinks I've had have been pretty good too though none stand out in my mind as much. Service has always been pretty great even when the night time crowd has filled up the place. My sister wanted to have something with melon vodka but didn't see anything on the menu that included it. She told our waiter and he had the bartender whip up an AMAZING martini. I couldn't begin to tell you what was in it but it was damn good. But extra points for creating something that wasn't on the menu! Bottom line: nice happy hour for a get together with the girls or date night during the week. I heard it does seem like more of a hip, club-by lounge-type on the weekends. Love this place, don't love the prices. If you're anything like me and need to try everything, you will be toasty enough so that bill isn't such a shocker when it's time to call a ride home.
(4)Anastasia D.
I WISH I had the income to support this habit. Oh my goodness, everything is delicious here. Their appetizers, sushi, cocktails...order anything and your mouth will thank you. I've come here numerous times for their sushi (although I normally go to the Drunken Fish across the street). They are one of the most inventive sushi bars. Some of the ingredients they incorporate I never would have thought to stick in seaweed and rice...they same can be said for their cocktails. Granted, you're paying a bare minimum of $9 for one of their scrumptious creations, but one won't hurt your wallet too much. My friend and I went on a Saturday night, so needless to say -- they were slammed, but very attentive to our needs. Mark my works, I WILL return...right after I get paid.
(4)James B.
Stop by after a good movie for a late night capper & the bar tender sucks with attitude I guess kuz she pregnant but my drink waz good!!!!
(3)Anna T.
We decided to stop by after work for a quick dinner . I ordered the California roll and M ordered the backyard burger without pickles. The burger was covered with pickles and we were charged $0.50 for gluten free soy sauce (which we were not told before hand). Call it what you will but I like to know when there is an up charge before seeing the bill. That being said the food was great and they are very good when it comes to celiacs/gluten free.
(4)Heather P.
We are CWE-ers who usually love Sub Zero and were so let down tonight! We were seated at 5:20 at an 8 top (4 under 10 yrs old). Restaurant was maybe 10 percent full. Never saw ANY signs of any food till 6:40 and no apology or waitress check-in for that time. Most of the burgers showed up lukewarm to cold and one needed to go back for being ice cold in the center. Complete service disaster and again, had any kind words been offered or an offer of a couple comped apps during that brutally long wait we might have been inclined to let it go. Had to ask for utensils, chopsticks, ketchup, soy sauce. And the nerve to charge $.50 for some sir racha requested on the side of one cold burger? Shame on you Sub zero. No water refills in the 2 hrs we were there. Please tell us this was a one off!
(1)Lizbeth M.
Very cool bar, however food was not that good. Sushi had way to much rice and burgers where just okay. Drinks were fantastic!
(3)E P.
HAIRY TEMPURA. This was a completely abysmal experience! Do NOT eat here. If you're going just for the vodka it's probably fine, but really, don't eat here. This is an understaffed, completely messed up restaurant. The servers are untrained, don't know anything about the sushi or vodka, and the vibe is awful. We sat at our table for 25 minutes before our server acknowledged us. We finally ordered one drink, some appetizers and sushi. After about another 20 minutes we got the edamame, soup and tempura vegetables we ordered. We were so happy to get some food!! Unfortunately, my son held up a piece of tempura broccoli and...lo and behold there was a HAIR that had been tempura'd along with the broccoli. Gross. It took a really long time for our server to come back to our table (again) to remove the hairy tempura from our table. We were ready to cut our losses and leave, but the waitress finally came, took that plate away and said the sushi was on the way. We decided to stay (BIG MISTAKE). The sushi was so mediocre, not good at all. One of our rolls had some sort of bacon-y taste on top (which the waitress couldn't explain to us). We were so ready to get the check and get out of this place but we never saw the waitress again. I finally found a manager, who very nicely offered to take care of the check. That's not all though! The next day we both had mild food poisoning, OMG!! Such a horrible experience. This restaurant has a myriad of problems and really needs to get its act together!! There are way too many other good restaurants in St. Louis to go to this one.
(1)George P.
Good restaurant. The food was great but the music was a little loud. I would definitely recommend it to others.
(4)Kayley W.
I stopped here for my 21st birthday on Saturday and loved it! It was really crowded, but the service was great. Shelby waited on my group and got us one of the fish bowl drinks, which is full of dry ice. Awesome place to stop by on a weekend night!
(5)Rachel B.
I don't recommend the sushi. The rolls are cut way too large and the quality is sub-par. The spicy tuna roll had a smoky sauce, not spicy and the tuna was almost black.
(2)Michael A.
A great place for drinks but the food was so so. I thought the drinks were nice and the selection was great. It has a nice outdoor area but I thought the sushi was a bit sub par. I do recommend to stop in for a good drink.
(3)Jim S.
I have been to Sub Zero about 5 times. The first 3 times were over a year and a half ago and I thoroughly enjoyed my drinks and meal. This review is for my recent two visits. Last week I had an opportunity to go out for a business lunch and I chose Sub Zero because I was in the mood for a burger. After asking the waitresses recommendation I chose the Bacon Boursin burger. I ordered it medium with sweet potato fries. The burger arrived and was much smaller than I remembered on previous occasions. After the first bite it was clear that it was Medium Well or Well done. Not good at all. The Boursin cheese was flavorful but that's about it. My companion had a burger that he said was just so-so as well. I left feeling disappointed but chalked it up to a single bad experience. Not even two weeks later some family came into town and one of them lived in Russia for nearly 15 years and is a vodka lover. I mentioned SZ and everyone wanted to go. Bad choice from the beginning. It was about 25 degrees out and we were seated right next to the front door and in a window alcove. it was FREEZING, and I'm normally never cold. We asked to move and they accommodated (restaurant had maybe 3 other tables occupied) but seemed a bit put out. I ordered a vodka cocktail while we waited and it was just meh. If you're going to make a screwdriver at a vodka bar use better OJ. We ordered 3 appetizers, the Zakuska platter, the tempura shrimp and the artisan pretzels. All were good but you get 4 shrimp and 2 pretzel sticks (cut in half) for $8 and $9 respectively. Far too overpriced. I again ordered a burger, this time the Triple Kobe Bacon for $21, medium. This burger came out small, over cooked and very bland. I would have much rather had a Fuddruckers burger for 1/3 the price. The burger was dry and flavorless, the cheese wasn't hot, etc. I took off a piece of the pork belly to taste it and it had no taste, NONE. It was just gray pork. Other dishes were a sushi platter (well liked), a veggie burger (well liked) and two other burgers (just ok). My bill for 3 burgers, 2 appetizers and a drink was $100+ tip. Sorry Sub Zero but something is up. I won't be back unless someone else is paying and even then I doubt it. And I highly recommend against the infused vodkas. They look disgusting, like they've been sitting there way too long. Someone in the group tried one and said it tasted very sketchy.
(1)Al S.
Let's talk about how spectacular this place is. Perhaps I a little biased - they did give me a free bottle of Stoli Gala for my birthday. Where else can you go and score a free bottle of good vodka on your special day? If you know of anywhere else - do share. I love vodka. Anyways - they have the most amazing cocktail. It is called the Spicy Pickle, and it will own your taste buds. It consists of their own pickle juice infused vodka and.....wait for it....Sriracha sauce with a dill spear garnish. It is sexy time in the mouth. They have a crazy variety of vodkas to choose from not to mention specialty cocktails and shots. Good place to check out if you love vodka....as much as I do. Oh - they have food as well. Who knew? Their sushi is actually pretty tasty. They are also recommended for their burgers - this is here say via friends who prefer burgers over sushi. They have a cool slider sampler platter, which allows you to test drive different types of burgers. The staff is usually friendly and chill. Atmosphere is sassy yet fun. It can get expensive if you go hog wild on the cocktails but overall not too excessive. Definitely worth going to just to enjoy a spicy pickle from time to time.
(4)Key R.
The place and people are nice..I order sliders they where very dry and was hard to eat ,bun was bigger than the meat.the bun to meat ratio was more bun than meat..was a bread slider!!! I would not pay 16 dollars for that meal..I'm glad it was 8 dollars !!but had a fast food burger that was way better over priced for a dry burger ..wasn't happy
(4)Bradd W.
Good sushi. Not great with the drinks or efficient service. I ordered a Bluemoon and the dude brought it in a bottle. No glass or orange slice, Nice atmosphere. I would go back again.
(3)Pamela M.
Great location in Central West End to grab a bite and a drink and people watch. The concept of house made infused vodkas was really neat. I had the peach mango house infused vodka and enjoyed it. My husband tried the pickle infused vodka and it was like drinking pickle juice out of a jar, which I loved and he not so much. The bacon Bloody Mary was good, but I wasn't able to taste the bacon vodka as well--it just tasted like a regular BM to me with a nice, hearty strip of bacon. The Kobe beef nachos were yummy--I could not get over the deliciousness of the cheese sauce, which tasted like it was infused with bacon! Mmmmmm! The Derek roll with shrimp and crab tempura was filling and tasty. The inside had a hip, modern, dark ambiance. We sat outside to enjoy the weather and it was a pleasant experience, except that a very stuffed bird pooped on us twice in 15 minutes. We moved over to a high top and were cleared! Haha, I guess nature called! Great place to enjoy happy hour from 4-6pm, M-F with $5.00 house infused vodka and half priced appetizers. We will definitely be back to try more house infused vodkas and food!
(4)Harper Z.
I'm torn about how to write this review. On one hand we had a really good experience but on the other I feel I paid a little much for the aforementioned experience. Here we go. For one cocktail (not high shelf), a grassfed beef cheeseburger and fries, I ended up around $30 with tip. Sheesh.. The cocktail was good and the burger and fries were wonderful. Well blended fresh ingredients and nothing was over seasoned. You can definently have a good meal here. The service here is excellent. Our server, Dorsey (according to my receipt), was fantastic. She assisted both myself and my indecisive date to pick drinks we both enjoyed. She was able to answer numerous questions and obviously knew the menu. A true pro. Again a quality experience but expect to pay the Central West End price tag for it. I would certainly come back again for a drink and maybe share a meal. Oh and sit out on the patio if you can!
(4)Christy M.
How have I not reviewed this place sooner?! I've been going here for years from bachelorette parties to birthday parties and everything in between. It's one of my favorite spots. They are always rated high by RFT for being the best at both burgers and sushi. While the combination is random, do not take it lightly. I have friends who love sushi and will order it every time, while I'm into burgers and will order one every time (make sure you try the Bacon Borsin -- it's my favorite!). Their drink selection is amazing, as you would expect for a Vodka bar. The place is big and they offer free valet for customers on weekends. Sometimes there's a wait, but it's usually not too long. They do take reservations as we've made them plenty of times for big parties. The prices are reasonable. Service is always good and the food is always amazing. We introduced this place to many friends over the years and friends of ours who live in IL come to Sub Zero just for date nights (and you know how hard it is to get IL residents to cross the river ;-)). I just can't say too many great things about this place! Seriously, try it! You will not be disappointed.
(5)Josh W.
I've only been here for drinks and only when I'm out voted. Lot's of DBags and people acting cool.
(2)Daniel B.
I went 8 years ago or so, and I remember it being very good, so I thought I would try it again. MISTAKE! It can't decide if it's a burger joint, a sushi place, or a sports bar. I will say that my salmon hand roll was very good. However, the wait staff was inattentive and more interested in socializing with each other than with providing service. One of the worst dining experiences I have had in a while.
(2)Jake M.
Very good burgers surprisingly and an extensive cocktail selection. The sushi is a bit pricey for what you get but I'm not exactly an a(fish)ianado. Get it...? Anyway, good booze and good burgers. I'll be back for sure.
(4)Brian A.
I didn't spend a whole lot of time here. Let me tell you it is a full on vodka bar with plenty of whipped and creamy options to go with your vodka loving self. The staff is also great and gave me and my friends some courtesy shots for being in the military, not something I like to revel in but it was a very nice gesture. I myself am not a huge vodka drinker and I feel like this is a place that young ladies will revel in while you can sit back and enjoy a local craft beer option if that is your style. The atmosphere is very much a glam club vibe but don't let that hold you back with such a great staff. We were wearing flannel and they accepted us just the same. But hey all in all they fullfill and certain niche for all those pretty ladies out there wishing to step their games up from the pinnacle whipped vodkas and the guys can come have a good time as well and the charming staff were a big plus. I guess I have to explain why I didnt give it 5 stars and honestly I think its just a matter of taste. This place will never unfortunately be that fun, they might have good music, but I need a bar where I can let a little bit more loose without feeling like I'm interuppting some sexy dark mysterious conversation next to me. Sorry guys.
(4)Casie G.
This place is so neat! Went here for the first time with a few friends and had some drinks and food. First off-CHEESEBURGER SALAD! oh my gosh, so good! the burger was nice and juicy and the salad itself was very pretty and had just the right amount of dressing! Also try the brownie they have :) As for drinks-we had the antioxidant martini which was so good! My friend had a Moscow mule which I normally however it was very strong even for my taste....finished with a strawberry kiwi hurricane! The only complaint I had about this place is service is not as quick as most places I have been to however it was a tad busy! I will however go back!
(4)Analise D.
This is one of my favorite bars in St. Louis. The atmosphere is amazing (an ice bar too cool!) and the wait staff go above and beyond (Joey was our bartender and Jason was our server...I can not say enough about these two!!) I enjoyed a bling bling cocktail and a jalapeño vodka, sprite, and pineapple juice number...so good and great pours too! I was also blown away by the Kolbe nachos...order these now!!! I highly recommend happy hour (the prices are more manageable) but for the overall experience to me sub zero can't be beat!
(5)Kristen H.
The first thing to note is that the place has the largest selection of vodka in the U.S. I know, crazy random, right? And while I'm not one for shots of vodka, I did partake in a martini that the waiter recommended. Not only was it tasty, but it came in the cutest little glass! My husband was pretty impressed with the Sushi. He's kind of spoiled since he lived in Japan for a while, and while he said it was a little pricey, it was definitely much better than he expected. He splurged on his favorite sushi treats, and was pretty satisfied with the meal. As far as my burger goes, it was pretty decent. I've had better, but I've had much worse. It had a really good flavor, and the cheddar I got on it was delish! I'm not a fan of massive burgers, but if you are, then this would be the burger for you.
(4)Kevin P.
Sub zero has a pretty trendy atmosphere and has a nice sushi menu. A hit in central west end. There pitchers seem to be watered down lately and dont do the justice required for a late night vodka bar.
(3)Andy K.
I really enjoyed this place. Great fun atmosphere and hip place. I love great bar food and sushi. this place is a great recipe for success. Will return again for sushi and burgers
(4)Alyssa S.
Expensive. Bison burger was difficult to eat because of the size and shape of it - kept falling apart all over - but it was in fact very good. Their specialty drinks are delicious and strong - but again, very expensive. Go here for a special occasion when you expect to spend a little bit more money. Yikes!
(4)Donald G.
I was looking for a new place to check out for Happy Hour and my friend suggested Sub Zero. While the place is nice and service is great, I was tricked just a little bit. The bartender asked if I wanted anything for happy hour and opened the menu to a list of drinks. I asked what she suggested and she said the "chocolate caramel macchiato" (which by the way is amazing). Once I got the bill, I was surprised it was so high because I thought it was happy hour. Apparently that drink was not on the happy hour menu. In fact, the drinks that are happy hour are printed in the menu. She failed to mention that when she opened up the mine to the full price drinks :-/ With the exception of that little hiccup, Sub Zero is a nice after work spot to grab a drink at with friends in the CWE. The drinks can be a little pricey if you aren't drinking the specified happy hour selection. I'm willing to try it one more time.
(3)Lynn S.
Positives: variety of alcoholic drinks, infused vodkas, quality of drinks, wonderful Bloody Marys, and sushi. Negative: price some of the food seems high for the quality, service is ok. I highly recommend the Dill Pickle Bloody Mary, especially if you don't like a spicy one.
(3)Gary R.
Tons of drink combos and food choices. Very laid back bar with frozen middle of bar to keep drinks chilled. I wouldv'e gave a 5* review except the horrible employees sampling every drink that gets made. They put straws in each drink prior to serving at a table and taste em. Very gross and not professional. Oh and forgot...i've watched 3 employees eat the damn olives with their bare fingers, after I enjoyed a bloody mary with them.
(2)David E.
Enjoying some great sushi w/ some good friends on a lazy Tuesday afternoon . Just had the best tempura shrimp ever as well .
(5)Jo L.
Really great atmosphere. Strongest drinks you will ever have but worth the price! And decent sushi. Overall we had a good experience.
(4)Jeffrey B.
Usually great here but tonight not so much. The sushi was great raw but the burger...ordered it med well knowing they would undercook and it was raw on inside. Temps on meat shouldn't be that difficult. Stop the undercooking! I thk that even the chefs t getting impatient and impulsive these days just leave it on the grill pls Loved the server! Will go back anyway.
(3)lana o.
Stopped by with my husband to try their ZAKUSKA PLATTER which consists of Syrniki (Russian cheese pancakes), pickled seasonal veggies, sour cream and caviar. What a joke! The so-called Syrniki have nothing to do with the Russian recipe (believe me, I know what I'm talking about). Folks from Sub Zero should learn from Tatyana, the owner of the Handlebar. how to make them! Pickled seasonal veggies? What's served on the platter at Sub Zero is not the kind of pickles a Russian would call a pickle (too salty - the Russian-style pickles are always lightly salted/marinated!). To get the real thing, go to Global Foods! Finally, the caviar... The one Sub Zero offers may be good enough to sprinkle their sushi rolls, but in Russia this kind of caviar would never be offered as a zakuska (=appetizer) - period!
(1)Anna M.
Drinks are amazing. Sushi and salad are amazing. The Pickle Mary is the best bloody marry I have ever had, definitely recommend it.
(5)Lisa K.
yuck and nasty as far as the the food goes.. Very disappointed. only come here to pay ridiculously expensive prices for decent drink.. lots of vodka selection but food was very disappointing. Less then impressed, maybe they should only be a vodka bar because the food is not so good. And I am home today with food poisoning to boot.. Wish I would have skipped this place completely. Thanks a lot subzero for the present to take home.
(1)Samantha K.
Excellent dirty martini. We went here fairly early and it was already packed. Could barely move and it was November so outside wasn't an option.
(3)Jelena Z.
Sorry guys, but I really can't get on board with your sushi. Next time, I'll try one of those burgers you keep braggin' on. But, big props for featuring a $6 cocktail every day! My poison pick? Allow me to recommend Pearl Caramel vodka with soda. Did you know caramel mixed with soda = a dreamy cream soda? Bell Biv DeVoe... now you know (I've always wanted to drop that).
(3)Jackie B.
Went to dinner here with 6 people last night. It was a Tuesday, so we weren't expecting our party size to be an issue. Everyone ordered a cocktail of some kind - taking anywhere from 10-15 minutes to make it to our table from the bar. We also ordered appetizers that did not come out before the main courses, which was a shame because the Spicy Tempura Pickles were very good! Most of us ordered sushi rolls, all different kinds, and all were enjoyed. Overall, the drinks and food were good when they finally made it to our table, but the service was lackluster and slow.
(3)Shirin T.
I'm going to keep to short and sweet. Food was delicious, drinks were great and services was lovely! Just yum yum yum :-)
(5)Issy P.
The sushi is good. Happy hours is pretty good too but somethings like their hamburgers are WAY over priced. I had a sushi burger which was SO BLAND and cost $18, my drink was tiny and watered down with a ton of ice for $12 so the only thing that was SUB ZERO was my WALLET when I left.
(2)Danielle M.
Meh. Not gonna lie, I don't think the sushi is that great. The last time we came here, the service was so-so as well. We knew it might be sub-par when the server addressed my husband as "hey bud". That might work on the crowd that frequents this place after the dinner-hour, but really? It just rubbed us both the wrong way. I came in for the single fact that on your birthday, if you're on their email list, they will give you a bottle of vodka. An entire bottle of vodka! It seems to be a different one all the time, as my mother in law got a Birthday Cake flavor, while I was given a plain bottle of Absolut. Not too shabby! As I said earlier though, the sushi didn't really wow us, but their cocktail list and choice of vodkas brought their stars up. I will be back to try some more of their great sounding martinis, but probably not again to eat - though maybe I would try one of their burgers, which always sound great.
(3)Christina M.
We stopped by for a very late night meal after a Cardinals game. The bar was super busy, but we did not drink (maybe this was our mistake). I had the ahi tuna salad. The tuna was too well done (I asked for medium rare, should have said rare - my mistake), but the lettuce leaves were warm, which made for a less than appetizing salad. The dressing wasn't very flavorful which didn't help. The salad was fairly expensive for this experience ($17). My husband had the double cheeseburger which he said just tasted like a regular burger, nothing special. I don't think I'd come back next time I'm in town (but then again, I'm more of a foodie than a drinker).
(2)Alexis B.
I wen't here a few days ago 9/16/14 for a dinner with one of my good friends. The hostess sat us, and We we're literally there for half an hour, NO ONE came to get our drink orders or anything. Tons of servers were walking around not really doing anything. I know they had to have noticed that we didn't have anything on our table, and that we read our menus because they were pushed to the side. After the 30 minutes of no Service we got up and left and headed to Llywelyns Pub. Which had great staff service. Hopefully if I go back to Sub Zero, things will be different. But I don't know if I would like to.
(1)Mary Kate M.
Sub Zero meets less than sub par standards... Ok, I get it. It's the place "to see and to be seen" place in the CWE for yuppies galore yadda yadda who thinks it is so cool to get sushi. I just don't see the overwhelming appeal of it really. I've ate here a few times and have sampled quite a bit of the menu, but it still leaves me not that fully impressed. - Sub-0's sushi is not as fresh to me as I've had at other sushi places with the price you're paying for it. Overpriced is definitely a good way of describing it. - Burgers are probably the better choice for those of you who want to get more bang for your buck than the mediocre sushi. - Drinks are overpriced and over diluted with the mixers than the actual alcohol contents unless you're ordering a vodka drink. Only then of course you will have solely the vodka! - Ambiance is cool and they can accommodate to large groups in their downstairs seating area. Overall, unless someone is just dying to go here -- I try to stay away. Drunken Fish to me isn't any better than Sub Zero either.....
(3)Kate B.
Seeing MK's review of SubZero has brought to my attention that I did in fact eat there two nights ago and decided it was due-time for a review update. This place kinda blows now. Really. They expanded the restaurant and I feel like that while they can hold more people, the service and most of everything else has slipped in quality. Quantity over quality seems to be their thing now. Jeez. I hate it when this happens to a place I once loved! On our most recent trip there, Sean and I were seated in the far back of the restaurant. It was just an empty-ish room with a couple or two in there, and us, and that's it. I was terrified that our waitress would never return once she took our drink order. It was like the one time at Rooster when they seated us in the corner and then proceeded to ignore us for over an hour....yeah. And damn, were we starved. Thankfully we didn't get ignored but the service was still really really crappy. She took our drink order and our food order. My sushi roll came out almost immediately. We still hadn't received water or my blueberry pomegranate champagne drink that I ordered. Bizarre. Sean's burger was missing too. So picture us sitting there with NO water, no alcoholic drink (for me), and no burger for Sean. Just a plate of sushi and confused looks. Not even a single drop to wash down the sushi! Good thing I didn't choke! She never brought us water. I had to ask the damn food runner for water and he seemed extremely appalled/embarrassed that no one had even brought us water. I have no clue who was responsible for that, but he didn't bring us any either. When the waitress finally came back to our table, we asked her for water and she didn't even apologize. It was really awful. Seriously? That's like, the first thing you do when someone sits down. WATER!!!!! I still tipped her well though because my food and drink tasted pretty good or maybe it was just my starving stomach speaking for me. Sean thought his burger was "OK" but it tasted pretty bland to me. Really, I wanted to give them 2 stars but the fact that they serve late night food (till like 12:45am I think!!) and the fact that the Euclid Roll literally makes my mouth water every time I think about it....those are the only reasons why I return. Also with the new seating it IS easier to get a table when it's crowded but not by much. I like the fact that they have OpenTable too. So yeah, in summation... Pros: -Serves food hella late, yay! -Euclid Roll is suuuper amazing and always fresh. -Sean and I can both find an item we like on the menu. -Vast drink selection. -They do OpenTable seating and with expansion, there are more seats. Cons: -Overpriced. -Usually too crowded for comfort. -Massive cloud of cig smoke near the front door area. -Super ultra trendy yuppie-ite scum who go there. -Burger tastes like blah. (and you have to pay separately for your fries, lolwhut) -Service usually blows. Very uncoordinated staff. -Drinks aren't that great quality wise but lots to pick from. -Music is God-awful and WAY TOO FUCKING LOUD. Turn that shit down, please. My throat was sore by the end of our time there from practically shouting just so Sean could hear what I was saying and he was sitting a foot away from me. Barely. I dunno.... it's a toss-up.
(3)Jill M.
I would give the drinks 5 stars for creativity, but the sushi I had was weird...and when sushi is borderline weird, you just don't want to eat it. I had the Bacon Bloody Mary to drink, which had bacon flavored vodka and 2 strips of bacon in it - interesting and tasty! The sushi all tasted the same (even though we got 5 different rolls) and had such large chunks of fish that something just didn't seem right. Also, it was about 5 degrees out and we were seated next to a giant window with frigid air blowing through, and they made a big deal out of moving us to another table. We had reservations so not sure what the problem was. Overall, I'd come here again for drinks, there were a lot I'd like to try!
(3)Curtis H.
Totally cool sushi, burger, and vodka bar. I've mainly come here for drinks, but the few appetizers I have sampled have been decent. Their martini list is extensive as is their massive array of vodka offerings. Definitely worth a visit if in the area and thirsty. Will need to sample their sushi on next visit.
(4)Tracy C.
Swung in here for an early dinner after hearing whispers of gluten free options. And, yes indeed, those whispers were true. They carry gluten-free hamburger buns making most any of their Signature Burgers up for my consideration! I can't tell you what a treat it is to have a burger on a bun! 99.9% of the time I have to get the burger, hold the bun. But not here! There were so many good looking options I had a hard time choosing. So I took the easy way out and asked the server what was the most popular and went with that (Borsin Burger - black Angus beef, applewood smoked bacon & borsin cheese). It was, indeed, pretty good. The Hubby went the sushi route and tried the Alaskan Roll. He said it was just OK, the fish didn't seem incredibly fresh. (On a side note, they do carry GF soy sauce. Just ask the server for it). I'm giving this place a 3-star because it was A-OK. A good solid dinner but it wasn't fantastic. The prices are a little high but for a burger on a GF bun, I'll pay it.
(3)Renee S.
TERRIBLE!!! I went for my first time at the invitation of a birthday party of a sweet friend. The service was absolutely unacceptable. The waitress was rude, ill-informed, and took almost an hour to bring our drinks. She then told us sparkling wine was not on their menu - it was. She decided to take it upon herself to bring a glass of white wine in exchange for the sparkling she said they "no longer carried". Wow. Then - she took my credit card and kept it for nearly another hour before I had to literally threaten to call the police if she didn't bring it back. Then to add further insult to injury, I sent an email to the management explaining our horrid experience and he said he was sorry - and would follow up with a complimentary voucher to welcome us back to try one more time. He lied. He never sent it nor ever responded again. Bad service- and would NEVER EVER GO there again - even if they paid me!!! I would give a minus star if I could. oh and PS... our drinks were also horrible even though two of us paid for the upgrade of the better vodka- It was an insult to the taste buds. What a joke!!!
(1)Brady M.
Sometimes, and unfortunately, people think sub zero has become too dudebro. While I understand where these people are coming from, they are missing the excellent vodka selection (though they need to add Tall Blonde) and even better burgers (which are probably the most underrated burger in the city). While sub zero may have become a victim of it's own popularity in some people's eyes, it is still an excellent place to grab a drink and a bite.
(4)Sarah B.
I really want to give them 4 stars, because vodka is my liquor and I enjoyed the cocktails, but we ordered the potato skins and they were not good. Runny warm sour cream, and way too spicy for me. We left a lot on the plate. However, the cocktail list was immense, so I would return for the drinks. I had the cucumber lemongrass and the antioxidant, my friend had one of the champagne cocktails and the cosmo. They also had an extensive vodka list, which I would also try. I may never make it back to St Louis but if I do, I'll remember Sub Zero.
(3)Nicole R.
I live very close to Sub Zero and I recommend it to all my friends. However, last time my sister came in town, she wanted sushi. I ordered 8 rolls for carry out. When we ate the rolls I could not have been any more disappointed or embarrassed after I raved about the place. It tasted like tuna from a can! I did not pay $90 + tip to be served some Chicken of the Sea. Not sure if there's a new kitchen staff or new management, but I won't be going back any time soon. Sad. It was my favorite place.
(1)Paige N.
I was introduced SubZero for the first time during the fall. The evening we went was particularly mild still, so we snagged a table outside on the sidewalk on a weekday night. So I can't really speak to the inside decor of the restaurant, but I love anyplace where you can sit outside, so I was very happy. Our waiter had literally been working at Sub Zero a mere two days (it came out when I asked him what drinks he recommended) but he still gave us pretty good service. He recommended the blueberry martini after I'd been eyeing the chocolate covered strawberry one, so I decided to give it a whirl. It was a great recommendation - there was some serious blueberry puree muddled at the bottom, which made it taste great even to the last sips. We went sushi-happy that evening and ordered a bunch of different rolls to share. It's been a while since this happened, but as well as I can remember, we got the caterpillar role, Euclid roll, and Lucas roll. Everything was great - my favorite roll that evening would have been the Lucas roll - it had both avocado and eel; two of my favorites. Since I've only been the one time, that's the extent of what I can say about Sub Zero, but I had a very good first experience there. And a friend of mine told me that it's a great bar to go on New Year's Eve - absolutely packed, tons of shots being passed around and a fun atmosphere to celebrate in. Guess I'll have to try it sometime. :)
(4)Thad P.
Great atmosphere, smack dab in CWE. Sushi or burgers, great drinks, all at the same place.
(4)Lori H.
Below is my first review of this place which I originally gave four stars... But I went there again tonight and it was so amazing, I needed to give it five stars! In the evening until 6pm they have a happy hour drink specials, as well as 1/2 price appetizers! We had the nachos and spicy tempura chicken and both were AMAZING! Our waitress was very attentive and helped us decide on food and drinks! I definitely suggest checking this place out, especially during happy hour! ORIGINAL POST BELOW Great martini,strong and yummy! They have sooo many specialty drinks, so if you like cocktails... You need to check them out.The waitress was very friendly and informative about drink choices and food. I had a turkey burger and onion rings and they were both pretty good. My friend got fried zucchini which was also yummy! I would recommend it.
(5)Sheldale L.
I went to Subzero to enjoy a few drinks for my birthday. I had read past reviews and had to try these martinis everyone raved about! They are just as good as everyone before me has said! They were just strong enough and the bartender definitely knew what she was doing! Awesome drinks! I also mentioned it was my birthday and signed up for their vodka club and they have me a free bottle of vodka! The whole bar is very modern with loud music and a young atmosphere! The frozen bar top kept your drinks cold and the temperature just right! I will be returning to this bar when we visit St. Louis again!
(5)Dez E.
So, this is my latest CWE obsession. I am seriously obsessed with this place. The other night, we were celebrating a friend's birthday and stopped in here for a few drinks. The drinks were effing amazing. Let me try to remember what I had... -Strawberry Banana Bellini ($9) -Tiger's Blood ($9) -Caramel Macchiato ($9) -Milk Chocolate ($9) -Strawberry-Pomegranate Lemonade ($9) So, the drinks are expensive, but you definitely feel them rather quickly. My favorite is the Tiger's Blood. For those of you who love snow cones, this tastes just like one. It's fantastic. If you like champagne, the Bellini is good. The Caramel Macchiato is so exciting! It comes out bubbling and foamy, and is extremely delicious. The Milk Chocolate is strong as hell, but is delicious. They're all pretty good! The sushi is pretty fresh-tasting, too. I stuck with the classics, ordering a spicy tuna roll ($6.75) and a vegetable roll ($6.25). Each one came with six pieces, and was pretty good. One of the things I love most about this place is the snow/ice-covered bar. It's a great place to make baby footprints and cool your hands down. Oh, and to keep your drink cold. I also love their rewards card. A free bottle of vodka on your birthday? Yes, please!
(5)Richard D.
Good salads and beer but other than that I will pass on this place for what they charge I would expect better however they will give you a free bottle of vodka on your birthday. The bar with the ice on it is kind of cool but I just think it's cheaper to go elsewhere in the same block for the same service.
(3)Tom T.
Incredible sushi during our visit and the drinks were great! I highly recommend the Irish Breakfast Shot if you are in a drinking mood and if you like bacon!! Plus, lots of vodka!!! I will definitely be back!!
(5)Devorah L.
In a neighborhood with so many great restaurants and cocktail bars, Sub Zero Vodka Bar leaves a lot to be desired. They seem to focus on quantity rather than quality. Their extensive list of vodka cocktails overwhelms, but I'm not left with the feeling that I want to try them all. The challenge is finding a drink that isn't revolting yet also has enough imagination to warrant the expensive price tag. I often fail this challenge and am forced to wait for the ice to water down my drink to drown out the flavor. Similarly their menu of burgers and sushi is an interesting combination that they did not master. On my last visit, I decided to keep it simple and hope for the best. I ordered a spicy tuna roll and some tempura. The tempura was edible, but I only ate a couple pieces of the roll before giving up. The spicy sauce spoiled the roll, leaving it with a strange smoky flavor not fitting for sushi. When the waitress came to clear my uneaten dish I explained this to her and she acknowledged that their spicy tuna was meant to have this foul flavor. I had ordered this traditional sushi item instead of a crazy roll, hoping that they would not mess up something so simple. It would have been nice to have been informed before ordering, by the menu or my server, that this menu item too had been ruined with the Sub Zero curse of creativity without talent. However, like their food, their service fell flat. On my last visit, they gave only two menus to our party of seven for dinner! If you like paying expensive prices for unsatisfying food this is the place for you. The one cool thing about this place is they give you a free bottle of vodka on your birthday if you come in for a drink. You can then go home and enjoy your vodka in the comfort of your own home, with food that does not disgust and cocktails made to your liking.
(2)Kathy M.
My daughter had just adopted a new puppy and we were looking for a dog friendly place to stop for lunch. We ended up at Sub Zero Vodka Bar and were very happy with our choice! We sat on their patio and they even brought a water dish for our new dog. I have to admit that we did not enter the bar, so I really can't speak to the inside decor or atmosphere. We ordered a worlds fair burger, slinger, st Louis backyard, California chicken, sweet potato fries, grilled veggies and a pitcher of Euclid lemonade. Everything was excellent! We spent $15 a person on lunch plus drinks. It might be considered a little pricey for some. That being said, if you're good with the prices, it is definitely worth a visit or more.
(4)Yuejun W.
I love sushi there!
(4)Chelsea B.
Hosted a private bachelorette dinner here in the basement. Service was awesome! The people that work here are so friendly and accommodating. We rented a party bus for after the dinner and the manager even helped us bring in our provisions for the bus and stored them out of the way for us until it was time to leave. The basement area was big enough for all of us and was very private. Our bartenders were super friendly and made awesome drinks, while the food was replenished in a timely fashion and everyone raved about the Spicy Chicken Tempura. I cannot rave enough how great this was and easy to plan. Definitely recommend hosting private events here.
(5)Taylor B.
Ask if they can mix the bacon Bloody Mary with the pickled Bloody Mary, they can. And you won't regret a minute of it.
(5)Jean B.
Yum
(5)Jason C.
Solid atmosphere; the servers are attentive. Had the Lamb Burger; it was ok, I'd probably try another entree. Haven't tried the sushi yet. They have a bar in the front and more open seating in the adjacent room. Overall, the atmosphere and the service are quite good; the food is ok, probably dependent upon what you order. I would return.
(3)Benjamin S.
Favorite and Freshest Sushi in town! Friendly attentive bartenders! Great burgers too, and strong martini s...
(5)Dotty R.
Why 5 stars? Well did I tell you I was a vodka buff? We have been to this place several times since May of 2011 and not once have I had a BAD drink. I love vodka and the first time my boyfriend and I went, they allowed us to sample a lot of things. Needless to say, I had to drive us home that day, LOL. What I like about Sub Zero is that they have many selections and drink creations. I can always have my vodka in more ways than one, AND I can taste different ones. The atmosphere is diverse and relaxed (like I like it). I'm sorry that I can't tell you how the food is because we've always gone for an after-dinner drink or two, but when we do finally eat here, I'll let you know. I have not had bad service, the bartenders were always pleasant, and I always felt relaxed here. Humm..maybe it was the alcohol, LOL. If you like vodka, this is the place to be. Although the drinks can be a little pricey, stick to the Vodka of the week and you will be okay.
(5)Aimee K.
Three new must-haves: the vegetable tempura (as simple as it is), the caterpillar roll, and the jalapeño burger. My drink choice still stands with the cucumber basil. Sub Zero keeps winning!
(5)Lisa C.
I can only speak to my recent drinking experience. In what universe is a Bud Select more expensive than a Smithwick's? In the Sub Zero universe. I'm sorry, but I can drink better cocktails at other establishments (hint: I love you, Melt. Come home with me) for half the price. I'm a cheapskate. What can I say?
(2)Vir S.
Great prices for high end mixed drinks. The pepper infused vodka may be my favorite drink in the world. I went to school in STL but now live outside New York, so I've went to a few Russian bars in the city where they infuse their own vodkas - I have found nothing as tasty as what I had at Sub Zero
(5)Kristina S.
Walked into this place randomly for dinner and I'm so glad I did!! The sushi was amazing! Very unique sushi so definitely try something new when you go. I had the black bean burger and it was pretty good. The pretzel bun was not good. I'm from the New York area though so maybe I'm just used to awesome bread/pretzels! I didn't try the drinks, but the list is extensive and they are adding things all the time, as told by my waitress. Highly recommend this place. Prices are definitely fair, too.
(5)Christina R.
Come here on your birthday for a free bottle of vodka (...while enjoying a great meal and one of the cocktails off of a huge drink menu). I continue dining at Sub Zero for a nicer sit-down meal after being impressed by the quality food and positive atmosphere each time. My favorite thus far is the spicy chicken tempura salad. Beware, Sub Zero airs towards the pricier end for their smaller portion sizes, and you can rack up a hefty bill for just one meal here.
(4)Brian B.
Took my girlfriend here for valentines day. Dinner was great. Drinks were great. Service was mediocre. Let me start by saying that even for valentines day they weren't packed so we expected a decent table. We made reservations ahead of time. We were seated at a tiny table by a fire exit. No place to hang a coat or hat. Not much room for anything more than a couple small plates. I should note that there were several better placed tables available. We ordered the tempura spicy chicken app which was really tasty, but it was served with ranch dressing which threw us off (it wasn't indicated in the menu). We did not get straws with our waters (not a deal breaker), but the server couldn't recommend a dry Chardonnay. She seemed distracted. The entrees were delicious. I had the Kobe sliders and she had two specialty rolls. Both were excellent. I would recommend the food without hesitation but the service was a little short.
(4)Ned S.
Great vodka menu. Just don't go with the burger menu - sucks!!!! Ive tried the burger, turkey burger, falafel and pork steak. Wow! They were ALL mediocre (and some times worse). Their sushi is awesome, though. Morale of the story - get sushi and a martini.
(3)Chris C.
OK, so how do you combine burgers and sushi? It sounds odd, but it is freakin' the $hit! Why? Because when you are out on a date and the guy wants to grab a huge, thick juicy burger and your lady wants to grab some delicious sushi....you don't have to argue or settle. Sub Zero does them both and does them both really well! The vibe is good here. I read somewhere it was ranked as one of the best vodka bars in the country. Not sure about that, but it is a solid CWE establishment. If you are going out to dinner or for drinks, this is a great place to put on your list.
(4)Jamee P.
I considered making this three stars, but decided to remove only one because there was really only one negative element of our visit. My friends and I came here for a late dinner on Sunday night of Memorial Day weekend. It was moderately busy, but we were seated right away on the patio and our server came to take our drink order. He was friendly and attentive, and had our drinks out shortly. I got the blueberry vodka, and it was VERY blueberry. Like wow. I had to drink slowly so as not to become overwhelmed by the flavor. By the time we ordered our food, the place was so lively I could barely make my way to the bathroom (which was out of paper towels, but oh well). My friends ordered burgers and I ordered the vegetarian sushi. When our food arrived, my one friend noticed that the hamburger she received was not the one she ordered. And this was actually a big issue because she is very allergic to dairy products, and the wrong burger had a creamy looking sauce on it. She informed our server, and we came to find out that he had written her order down wrong. He apologized several times throughout the night, and offered to buy her drink. Perhaps he should have offered to comp her actual meal? It took about 30 minutes for her correct burger to come out, which was not nice because my other friend and I didn't want to finish our meals before hers even came. The food itself was really good, and my friend said her burger was worth the wait. My vegetarian sushi was beautifully made and very tasty, and the sweet potato fries were delicious. We also enjoyed the lively atmosphere and the fun flavors of vodka. I'd recommend Sub Zero, but be sure to double check that the server has your correct orders, especially when it's busy. Great ambience, excellent menu and vodka selection, and high quality food. I will definitely give it another chance.
(4)Stephanie S.
Hmm. Not sure what to think of this place yet. Me, Joselyn H., and Nick G. came here after the Brunch Club to keep the party going. Sunday Funday, y'all! I started with the bacon bloody mary. It came in a huge glass, and was garnished with three huge olives (yum), salt, and an entire strip of bacon! Genius. The drink was tasty, but I think it was too much of a good thing? I could only down about a third of it before I couldn't handle anymore. I think the V8 taste was entirely too strong for me. It was fun while it lasted... After a few hours (!!) of chatting, I was feeling snackish again and checked out the dessert menu. I was craving bread pudding today (okay, I crave bread pudding EVERYDAY, but that's beside the point), and I wasn't expecting it to be on the dessert menu, but I thought I'd check it out anyway. BREAD PUDDING WAS ON THEIR FREAKING DESSERT MENU. If that's not a sign from god, I don't know what is! One Banana Vodka Bread Pudding, coming right up! I had high hopes for this sucker. Too bad I was let down in a HUGE way. Gah...so many strikes against it: The bread pudding looked like it came out of a jello mold. Strike one. The bread pudding had raisins in it. Blech. Strike two. The bread pudding was gummy and rubbery. Strike three. There was no hint of banana OR vodka flavor in the bread pudding. Strike four. Do I really need to continue? It was bad. Not the worst I've ever had, but FAR from the best. DEFINITELY not worth 7 dollars. Our sweet waiter noticed that I wasn't a fan of the bread pudding and took it off my bill. That was REALLY nice of him. I'll end up at SubZero again one day, I'm sure. I'm just in no hurry to come back.
(3)Courtney G.
Sub Zero is on the high end of mediocre for me. It's a trendy martini bar in the middle of CWE (and all of their parking nightmares) with a very cool bar area and large dining area separate. I think they also have a lower level as well. The bar is neat because there is a layer of ice where you set your drink to keep it cool. Their martini list is HUGE, but I settled on a glass of wine. We were seated in the dining area close to where they roll the sushi. I think a lof of people mistakenly think Sub Zero is only a sushi bar, but they also have lots of other food to offer. I've only tried the sushi, and that is the main reason we came here. Our waitress was very busy, even on a weekday evening, but was very friendly. We ordered the sweetheart roll, yellowtail roll, spicy tuna roll and philly roll tempura fried. Their sushi was good, but not close to the best I've ever had. My favorite out of the four was the yellowtail roll, very simple but delicious. I was happy with the sweetheart which was the most expensive (almost $20 for the roll, wow) but for the price, I was expecting more. I liked the philly roll better for over half the price. Of course the philly was delicious, it was tempura fried....that makes everything heavenly! The only roll I was disappointed by was the spicy tuna. I am a big fan of sushi so I've been to tons of places, and this is one of the worst rolls I've tried. It honestly tasted like they put bacon bits in the roll. It sounds crazy, but it was true! It just tasted like plain tuna rolled up with some spicy bacon bits, it was the weirdest combo ever. The plain tuna itself probably would have been delicious, but the 'spicy' element ruined it. Sub Zero is a fun 'be seen' type of atmosphere, but I think it is overpriced and you can find better sushi elsewhere. I would come back here to try some of their other menu items and have a glass of wine, I enjoy the atmosphere whether you sit inside or on the patio.
(3)Stacey T.
My friend and I were discussing the variables which can make or break a restaurant experience and we narrowed it down to three: 1. Ambiance, 2. Service, and last, but not least, 3. FOOD. So starting with ambiance, SubZero fails. It was under construction but beyond that, the menus were ratty and everything just looked old and worn down. Service... well, as far as I could tell, 5:30pm isn't really a hopping time on a Monday, but for some reason no one at the table got water refilled and plenty of us were dining on Spicy Tuna Roll. I was parched. :( She was friendly though. Food.... tempura veggies were soggy, salad was good and sushi seemed nice and fresh but the best part was probably the bacon-infused bloody mary. My family seemed to enjoy their sweet potato fries and veggie burgers. I think that next time I want sushi, I will go to Chi.
(2)Jen M.
So someone at Sub Zero monitors these reviews and contacted the birthday girl from our party to apologize for the atrocious service we received. They gave her a gift card and invited us to come back for another try. We visited again on a Saturday night, this time with a group of four and everything was MUCH, MUCH better. As far as food goes, they're best at sushi - it was delicous. Our other food options were okay, again, not amazing, but not bad either. We spent most of our time and money on drinks, of which they have an enormous selection. They were all yum! Service was slower than I'd like, but it was forgivable on a jam-packed Saturday night. Based on this visit, I'd go back. Thanks for making it up to us!
(4)Stephanie R.
FYI - This review is for their burgers (not the bar or sushi). BEST burger I have ever had in Saint Louis. You can customize your own and try one of their tasty combos. The sweet potato fries are delicious and they have a nice beer selection to go with your meal. Unfortunately the service is on the slow side and can be inattentive....
(3)Erin E.
PLUS --the drink menu. drinks with jazzy names make me happy. the names in and of themselves make me giddy with the whole process of selecting one. i got the bling bling- a champagne cocktail with lots of raspberry stuffs in it. it looked small at first, but i quickly realized it was strong enough and packed enough flavor to be my only drink during the meal (besides water). --the philly roll was excellent. definite plus. the sub zero special and the alaskan roll were very good, too, but they didn't blow me away. --the burger menu was very tempting. i would have loved to try both sushi and burger, but that's just too weird. the smell of ketchup from another table while eating my sushi was weird enough. MINUS maybe they're just too popular to really take care of everyone that comes in. granted these strikes against them are minor, but when a meal costs more than $30 per person, i get pickier. --strike 1: sticky table. tiny table. not so comfortable chair. just a little too close to the table next to us. --strike 2: i actually had to cut a piece of sushi in half with a knife. i felt pretty silly and kept looking around hoping no one was watching. but hey, it wasn't my fault it was ridiculously big. maybe there are people out there who can take a bite of a piece of sushi and not have the rest of it drop in pieces on the plate, or their lap, but for me, when a piece is on the big side, i have to just take a deep breath, stick that sucker in my mouth, and chew. and as long as i didn't put too much wasabi on there, i'm golden. but i cannot fit my entire fist in my mouth, so i knew this piece of sushi wasn't gettin' in there either. --and strike 3... realizing there's no tp in the stall after i've already peed.
(3)Ryan W.
Sub Zero is, in a word, boss. One of my favorite places to eat and drink in St. Louis for two reasons: 1) The mix of sushi and burgers is great because you can take non sushi lovers here and they will still be happy and 2) the amount of vodka this place has is mind-boggling. I usually start off with a dirty martini and then order a roll, followed by their Kobe burger. Absolutely delicious and not too bad on the wallet. The wait staff is always very friendly and helpful. I recommend Sub-Zero to anyone who likes great vodka, sushi and GREAT burgers.
(4)Tracy H.
My first time at Sub Zero was Labor Day. We were very intriqued by the vodka infusions they offered. I had the Coconut/Pineapple one and it was yummy. Since we were in the happy hour zone, infusions were half price. We ordered a Salmon burger and sweet potato fries as well as the Sushi burger. My husband and I shared and both were spectacular. The sushi burger was my favorite. I'm excited to go back and try more of their drinks. I also really want to sit at the ice bar. Sub Zero is a very cool place. I can see us going there a lot. The staff was extremely friendly as well. Overall experience was great.
(5)Reed N.
I will start every review of CWE establishments from now on by complaining about parking. It really sucks. They should band together and do something to make the CWE experience more visitor friendly. I live in a similar 'hood though, and I think locals may like things the way they are... which is not always good for businesses. Just my take. I think this place is better than some reviews say, although the star average is respectable already. I went for two things... burger first and to actually have a vodka sip while I waited for the eats to arrive. Instead I got sushi and falafel with sweet potato fries and tempura veggies. This turnaround in choice was a hit-miss thing for me. The falafel was OK, but I like them a little more course and herbaceous. These little balls have some kind of bell-pepper taste going on or something. Not bad, but not beloved. The SP fries were OK in taste, but not crispy enough. You have to batter SP to get any crispness though. I can't make them any better myself. So I will just shut up then! The tempura veggie side was delightful... and I HIGHLY recommend it. Finally the tuna nigiri I has was excellent. So, I would venture the other sushi would be good as well. I thought I'd have vodka, with all those selections. But a local abbey ale was screaming to be consumed through the chilled glass fridge. Who am I to argue? Finally, I will comment on the scene. Not usually my deal, but here goes. It gets crowded. Late crowds are more common it seems. It is a nice mix of business casual and dressy-to-casual peeps enjoying food and drink. I really hate bars. Normal looking people were all over me like a cheap suit... leaning and bumping into me. There was a TON of room around me, so I moved down a seat and gave them the male-Medusa glare. Dumbasses. My southern manners are hard on those kind of people. I would not eat in the dining room during busy times. Too freakin' loud. Eat outside if possible. I can't comment on floor service, but Dustin behind the bar was a righteous dude... gracious and helpful and friendly and all the things a good mix-master should be.
(4)Greg L.
I have had the turkey burger, veggie burger, and pretzels off the food menu. All of there were pretty good. I really like stopping here on a Friday afternoon for happy hour and enjoying drink specials on the sidewalk and watching the people and dogs walk by. It's a fun part of the neighborhood and the vodka bar is an interesting place to see it happening. The bar is iced over to keep your drinks cold and the house vodkas are always changing to give you new flavors to try.
(3)Seth C.
OK, first off, I am not cool/young enough to really pull this place off. I sort of feel like an oil drop floating on top of a martini...incapable of actually mixing in. That said, it is a fun place to visit. The sushi is good. I haven't eaten anything else there. A fun thing to try is licking the frozen bar. (The extremely lovely bartendress was finally able to extract me from the bar by using a combination of warm water and a firm punch to the side of my head.) On the serious side I took a large group (~20) there. We got a table in the basement and were served well except that the wall-side of the table was couches, rather than chairs, which would have been great if the table was knee-high, which it wasn't.
(4)KD S.
It's funny, because I don't tend to like very trendy types of places, but I really like this bar. I started going there when I was in the process of moving to St. Louis and was staying in a hotel in the CWE, and now that I'm living here I find myself going there still. The sushi is really great, and I am very much a sushi snob. The Euclid roll is a must have, and the Lynda roll is a great treat if you want to splurge. Of course the vodka selection is awesome, and the bartenders know how to do really great creative concoctions. Melissa and Nicholas are super-awesome bartenders that are friendly, helpful, and talented at making drinks. I've been able to tell them both in vague terms what I generally like, and they both turn it around into drinks that I really enjoy. Great place.
(5)Jennifer C.
I was pretty impressed with the largest vodka selection in the world. I honestly didn't try any of it, but the people I was with said it was amazing. I ordered whatever sushi rolls the waitress recommended and was very happy with my decision. Everyone I went with ordered something completely different on the menu and seemed very happy with their choice. I think that is a difficult task for a restaurant to have such a large and diverse menu and execute the different components so well. I have been here twice when visiting from out of town. Both times I have left a satisfied customer.
(5)Michael P.
It is a good place to relax for a drink especially if you love vodka. The ambiance is good. The burgers are good. I asked for a romantic table for my wife's birthday and they came through.
(4)Joe B.
It's hard to pin down the most striking feature about this bar. Is it the cool-blue ambiance that culminates with a bar topped with ice? Is it the massive wall of vodka choices? Is it the unique sushi/American menu items? Or is the formidable prices? High-priced or not, this place is an experience that you should at least drink at (if not eat at) at least once. The food is great, as is the service. The staff really seems to know their vodkas and they're super-friendly. The place can get a bit crowded, but if you go fairly early, there's spots open at the ice bar, and if you go earlier, there's some nice lounge equipment. I shy from places that tend to be pricey, but somehow I keep going back to Sub Zero...
(4)Amber E.
Good food and great drinks, so many fun combinations to choose from. I'd definitely return next time I'm in St. Louis!
(4)Curtis W.
This place is good if you want to feel classy and sophistifunky, and if you have deep pockets. Derek Roll is delicious.
(4)Melissa P.
What might be a 4 star review based on the food and drinks has to be a 2 star review because of the consistently terrible service. This review is basically a cut and paste of an email I sent the management to which I got no response, so is the bad service a surprise? No. Clearly it starts higher up! Every time I go I vow I won't go back because the service ranges from spacy to downright indifferent, and then I remember how good the drinks and food are and I try it again. And then the service is awful again, and I wish I hadn't gone. Last night was such a case. I arrived with my mom and my out of town brother and sister in law around 7. They were really excited as I've been telling them about it forever. We were seated all the way in the back corner by the emergency exit, and I felt a sense of dread, as I've had awful service back there before--it's almost impossible to be seen by anyone because of that center wall. And I was right! --3 menus for 4 people; the menu is way too big for everyone to not have their own --seated for 10 minutes before we were approached --sushi roll came out 30 minutes before burgers so one person was awkwardly eating alone--sushi needs to be timed to arrive with the rest of the entrees; this ALWAYS happens --my mom held up her dirty tomato glass and asked for another; waitress brought her a premiere, and then stood there awkwardly until my mom said it was okay. My mom doesn't like to make a fuss, as she calls it. Waitress should have immediately gone and gotten her the correct drink or taken the wrong one off the bill. --looooooong periods of time between visits, and as far as I could tell, she had less than 5 tables --took our dirty dishes away and then disappeared for 15 minutes. And I do mean disappeared; she was nowhere to be seen. We had eaten, we had finished our drinks, and then...we just sat there. This is actually some of the better service I've experienced at SubZero. The negative Yelp comments never seem to improve anything either. The service at the bar is good. The table service? Pretty bad. This may be the time I keep my vow. We spent $120 last night (and that's the low end of what I usually spend; my family had an early flight) and when the food and drinks cost as much as they do, they'd better come with good service.
(2)Joe R.
I only came here to drink as it was our third leg of Guy's Night and it was getting late but we decided to do it up right. Couldn't find my friends when I first arrived so I went inside. The place was packed and the music was booming but I was impressed at how quickly I got served. Ordered my usual (Bacardi and Coke) and looked at the tab, $7. Seriously? I guess it is going to be one of those nights.... I think I dropped another $60 between shots (1 shot = $10 x 3), another drink and our server's tip. I find it hard to believe some places can justify marking up liquor that much, but I guess it is the ambiance or being seen at the place. Judging from other Yelper's reviews, I was there the wrong night for any type of drink specials. I'll come back on a night where it doesn't cost me an arm and a leg to drink and try the food next time.
(3)Dennis N.
The location and drink selection are good. The bartender I had was terrible. I ordered my drink and she completely forgot about it. She realized it after 10 minutes later and just avoided me the whole night because she didn't want to admit her mistake. Fortunately, I just went to the other bartenders. I hope she's not working their anymore.
(3)Joseph P.
On the surface, this is the type of place I really like. Interesting drink menu, sushi, fun and hip ambience. Actually coming here was quite a let down though. My complaints mostly have to do with the poor service our party recieved on a recent Friday night dinner for a friends bday. The girl and I were the last members of the party to arrive and it was literally 35 minutes (if not longer) before the first drinks were delivered. This is a vodka bar, right? Don't you want your customers to buy as many drinks as possible? Despite being there for roughly 2 hours, we got exaclty 2 rounds of drinks. This party could've easily gone through four rounds in that amount of time, so you missed out on a lot of business there, Sub Zero. Food wise, pretty much everyone went with sushi. Nothing too crazy just your standard, philly, california, salmon/avacado, and various other roll types. They were mostly good but definitely not the best I've had here. I've had better sushi at that place across the street. Nothing really struck me as really good but all the rolls I tried were ok to good. The ambience is something you have to write about at a place like this. It's your typical trendy sushi lounge place but I did like how the music didn't overwhelm conversation. I do not like feeling like I have to stand up and fist pump in the middle of a meal so Sub Zero deserves some props there. I liked the overall setup of the place and it seemed like it attracted a chill, not-all-that-douchy crowd. I would definitely come back and give this place another try. But the service was really a turnoff. As we were getting ready to leave our waitress told us about a vodka club they have where if you buy enough different drinks you get cool stuff. I thought it was an interesting concept but at the one drink per hour pace we were being brought new drinks, it would take us about 20 years of sitting there to get any decent rewards. Maybe I'll have better luck next time.
(3)Allie W.
I had the Colorado Lamb Burger- it had REALLY great potential, which was the most disappointing part. I had pretty high hopes for this burger. Lamb, hummus, cucumber, feta, and mint. Lamb was pretty dry and the hummus was bland and I didn't detect the mint. Going to swipe the concept and try it at home though, so thanks for that! My bf built his own burger and the waitress forgot 2 of the 4 toppings he requested, but she was really nice and said she liked my necklace. The vodka infusions that are featured in their happy hour menu are really nothing special, but a good idea? My friend tried the Bacon Bloody Mary and thought it was pretty good, especially with the two strips of crispy bacon sticking out! Sushi was decent, nothing special, I'd head to Drunken Fish for that.... We sat outside and there were tables of pretty belligerent under-agers on either side of us which was soooo annoying. Overall, I know there are way better burgers in STL, and maybe I went on an off night but the whole experience was just MEH! Love CWE and the fact that I can sit outside, so maybe I'll be back for drinks if the rowdy teens have vacated...
(2)A E.
Sign up for their free rewards club thing and get a free bottle of vodka to take home on your birthday. That alone deserves five stars. I have gotten Stolichnaya, Polar Bead and Shpilka so far. It is something I anticipate every year! Their sushi is my favorite int he city and their drinks are delicious. Their infused vodka is the best!
(5)Neal C.
I know they are well known for their vodka and burgers. However, I never have tried them. But Wait.... WAIT... don't just brush off my review let me tell you about their SUSHI maybe some people might say ew.. Sushi at subzero? and I will tell them, it is better than any sushi restaurant in St. Louis and yes, I do know thing or two about St. Louis sushi places b/c I have been living here for 11 years. and yes, I have tried..... Fuji sushi on Clarkson rd, Drunken fish in CWE, Sekisui on Grand, Sekisui in clayton, Wasabi in clayton, Blue Ocean in the loop, Tachibana on Olive, Kampai in CWE, Ichiban on Olive AND FINALLY, SUB Zero. and Sub Zero is far the best restaurant to eat sushi in St. Louis SUSHI is all about the Ingredients, if you have good ingredients, it is really hard to mess it up in the hands of a good sushi chef. And Sub Zero has the freshness, very good sushi chef, and pretty decent price for me to crave their sushi again and again. Their selection might not be as broad as other sushi restaurants that only do sushi, but they do it right. Their quality/taste has been consistent for me so far and that's really important to me. happy eating!
(5)Emily B.
My husband and I love this place for its unique drink selection and expert mixologists. The bartenders are outstanding and it's better to order your drinks right from them if you can, as wait service is hit or miss. If you ask the mixers to surprise you, they will and they LOVE doing it. Just say "I like bloody mary's and dirty martinis" and they will throw something at you that tastes like salty soup or "I just ate, can you make a sweet chocolate drink?" and be wowed by something with foamed cream. The food is good with unique, west coast style spins on sushi and fun festive burgers. In the summer you simply must sit outside and order a cucumber vodka with sashimi and a rich roll for the best experience. In the winter, try a funky savory drink and burger. I personally adore the Hawaiian Kobe. If you aren't into "experience" restaurants or bars with specific liquor hooks, you may feel overwhelmed. You're better off with Bar Louie down the street if you just want to drink and be full. I personally prefer Sub Zero for their effort.
(5)Tonii T.
I should have reviewed this restaurant a long time ago! The sushi is the best in St. Louis. Try the spider roll with an Oreo Cookie martini. Amazing!! The black bean burger and sweet potato fries are great too.
(5)Jeremy K.
I had a terrible time at Sub Zero. They seated me and my friends next to the drafty door in 5 degree weather, despite the fact that it was not crowded. The wait staff was incredibly rude, slow, and dismissive. Our drinks took forever to arrive, again when the bar was NOT CROWDED. When they did arrive, the waitress slammed them down on the table. The drinks were watered-down and overpriced. My girlfriend ordered their "Swedish Fish" martini. The ingredients listed were one type of vodka and a Swedish Fish. They did not have Swedish Fish. Rather than consulting us to see if this would be acceptable, they served her a glass of vodka and charged us $10. In general, we were treated like second class citizens. Additionally, the music, decorations, and ambiance were trite and vapid. Overall, I am left with the impression that this establishment is condescending, pretentious, and a complete waste of time and money.
(1)Jenny P.
Best part about Sub Zero? Their wonderful happy hour specials...the catch is you have to make it there between 4 and 6pm to get them! At least on Thursdays, infused vodka mixed drinks are $2 each or $4 if you just get the vodka on the rocks. The beers are cheap and the apps are 1/2 off! And holy vodka selection! If you're a vodka lover, get here! The outdoor area was lovely, as it was a lovely day outside. It was only sidewalk seating though so it felt a bit crowded. The inside of the place, although we didn't dine inside, looked very cool from what I caught a glimpse of. We had the fried green beans (deeee-lish!), the pretzels and cheese (the 2 dipping cheeses that come with it were AMAZING, but I have no clue what kind of cheese they were) and some sushi. The sushi...meh. The rolls were falling apart and were, how can I describe them, "sticky?" The roll became kind of pasty one you started to chew it, so it made it challenging to eat, that is if you can't just swallow it whole. I am sorry to say I won't ever get the sushi again. The infused vodka was awesome, and I think my friend and I loved it a bit too much. By the end of the night we looked at all of our empty glasses and said "oops!" Needless to say they were worth the 6 bucks each that we paid once happy hour was over...where did that hour go anyway? Fun times!
(4)Chris B.
Great food, great drinks and great atmosphere. It looks like a trendy bar but has the feel of a neighborhood bar.
(5)Elle P.
First off, the weather tonight was simply AMAZING (mid-70s) so I sat out on the sidewalk with a friend. According to my friend the food was pretty good and I thought my drink was delicious even though it was simply Pearl Wedding Cake Vodka and Sprite. YUMMY! Our waitress Jayne was very nice and paid attention to us and our needs; helping out with the menu when necessary. Overall a pretty solid experience, definitely want to come back again!
(4)Brian S.
I went to Subzero Vodka Bar this weekend and had a great experience! Subzero has what they claim is the largest selection of vodka in the world. While I haven't seen the hard data on that, I certainly don't doubt the claim after looking at the menu. They have a huge list of vodkas that span the globe offer individual shot size portions as well as flights, pitchers and sampler type offerings of a few different types of vodka. I started off with a Russian Gold vodka that was extremely smooth and pleasant but also understandably quite pricey. I then moved on to the large vodka martini menu where the Russian Coffee was a highlight(okay I was on a Russian theme that night). The Russian Coffee is a mix of a nice Russian vodka that is briefly set aflame to caramelize the sugar coated rim. A Russian liqueur is then added along with coffee and heavy cream. A great drink that will be a must order upon my return. Subzero sports an ice bar that is a great feature and was very useful as my friends and I sat at the bar. The bartenders were friendly and ready with suggestions from that big drink menu. Oh and there's food. My personal suggestions are the sushi and the bison burgers. All in all, a very cool place. A friendly atmosphere and great food and drink.
(5)Matt O.
Hands down, Sub Zero is the best Sushi and Vodka bar in the world ;-) Seriously, this place fits perfectly in the West End - it's a special kind of place that welcomes an eclectic crowd and can please just about anyone. Looking for a casual meal? The burgers and fries will please you. Feeling adventurous? Step up to the ice bar and order one of the creatively infused vodka concoctions. Happy hour specials on food and drinks make Sub Zero a budget-friendly choice, but they also have great sushi and exotic liquors if you're looking to splurge on a fine meal. I've been here at various times over the past few years and the service has always been spot-on. Definitely a winner!
(5)Tina G.
Date night! (make reservations!!) We sat at the sushi bar because we didn't have reservations. The atmosphere was good...noisy since it is a bar. But our server was great...kept out drinks full and answered questions and was very attentive. We had the kobe nachos - great and I loved the cheese sauce! My husband got the bourbon bbq burger...cooked perfectly and he said it was great. We also got the Philadelphia roll tempura style - not to miss if you like the original roll...you'll love this. And we got the Derek roll too...awesome! A very large bite, so not for those delicate eaters on a first date. :) however, I definitely wouldn't pass this place up.
(5)Kelly B.
It's been awhile since I've been to Sub-zero. I went more often when they first opened because I like their sushi. But, small, overly crowded spaces get old and at that time there were long waits for the sushi and I've stayed away for a bit. This time I went on a Thursday. It wasn't overcrowded like I've seen in the past. On Thursdays, they have a house band and I have to say that the band is good. Loud enough to want to sing along, and low enough to hold a conversation. They've got an enormogobulous (okay, my word) selection of vodka, including transfused vodkas, which are soooo friggin' smooth (and costly). They also have the newish mini-burger menu that my friends were goo goo over. This probably helped to open things up at the sushi bar. I went for the strange combo of Philadelphia rolls and sweet potato fries. Both were marvelous. A good time was had by all in our group of 20. Check Sub-zero out on a Thursday! You may actually get to enjoy what they have to offer!!
(4)Christine F.
Went here the other day for Happy Hour with one of my girlfriends. Great experience! I was actually the first person there that day. I believe it was a Monday. Their happy hour falls within the narrow timeframe of 4-6, so I got there at 4, right when they first opened for the day. Walked in and immediately felt very welcomed. Everyone was super friendly. Bartender asked if it was my first time there (I notice that it's becoming rarer and rarer for servers to ask that - it makes a difference!) so I got the whole spiel from her. Great Happy Hour specials. The vodka infusions were creative and delicious. Ordered the crabcake appetizer which was positively yummy. Flakey and flavorful. My friend got the sweet potato fries and said they were very good too. Didn't try the sushi, but sushi and vodka are two of my favorite things, so I will definitely be back. I bet this place gets hoppin' at night! I now also see where my former employer Ice Kitchen ripped off their idea. The vodka list, the ice bar, the fusion menu. Sorry, IK, it's probably because I know too much, but Sub-Zero does it better.
(5)Michael C.
Best sushi I've had in StL by far. Wasabi in downtown Clayton was awful. This is the only place in town that isn't, "Saint Louis's excuse for Sushi" or "good for St Louis". Fact is, they get fresh fish and it shows. The larger rolls are well thought out and don't overwhelm themselves. I'd go for the Holiday Roll or the Derek roll (sorry Lucas). The Hamachi always seems to be great, while the tuna has been hit or miss. The Hamachi Jalapeno is excellent as well, but this isn't a SubZero original like some of the rolls. Haven't tried the burgers yet, but they look delicious, and there is something for everyone as far as Vodka goes. Cool idea with the frozen bar top as well.
(4)Jessy C.
**This review is only concerning the sushi. This is the second sushi restaurant I tried in St. Louis and I tried the dynamite role. I was not pleased by it at all. The price I paid for that small and plain portion is not worth it. Sure, I haven't tried them all, but this role doesn't leave me wanting to try anything else. At least the service was good. I love dining out, whether it's some hole-in-the wall restaurant or fine dining and this place is not a place I would return to or suggest to friends. I would rather try something new or drive further out to I heart Mr. Sushi (the first sushi restaurant I tried) to get my sushi craving.
(3)Sarah M.
Just killed a MAJOR sushi craving with carry-out. Simply amazing. Got 4 rolls to-go to share with my dad, I ate wayyyy more than him. Impressed with quality after the wait time and the drive home. Totally perfect, and my brother was able to get a burger. Highly recommend the buffalo tuna roll and the crazy roll, but even the traditional rolls are good.
(4)Gina S.
Whoever says a girl can't grab a drink at the bar alone never met me! Trying to kill some time while the man made his way over to the CWE to meet me for dinner, I grabbed a table on the sidewalk at Sub Zero. I love vodka and I love their happy hour...but it's not available on Friday. But they had a vodka of the month for $6, this month was caramel vodka. It was so smooth and delicious. I've never been disappointed with any vodka's I've had here...and I typically drink it straight on the rocks it's just that good.
(4)Iffat B.
I love me some burgers and this place has a good one! They have their restaurant special burgers or you can choose to make your own with their various toppings. I ordered the angus beef burger with onions and borsin cheese with a side of sweet potato fries and horseradish mayo. That horseradish mayo went perfectly with the sweet potato fries. Absolutely amazing. I ordered a medium burger and it was perfect. It went well with the toppings I ordered and suspect that it would actually taste fine without any toppings. That is when you it's a good burger. If I'm ever in St. Louis again and in need of a good burger, I will definitely return!
(4)Laura W.
Drinks were unbelievably awesome. Food was good. Jayne is the best server I have seen in audited awhile. She was friendly and was The exact amount of attentive. We went to another martini bar, spent more money, and the service could not compare to the service that Jayne provided. We will be back and we will ask for Jayne.
(5)Jessica L.
NOTE: This is from a DINER's experience, and not so much a 'mingle with the people at the bar' experience. I've been here more than once. One time, I had a HORRIBLE time, in which we were there, waiting for the food, for more than an hour, only to find out that they had lost our receipt and the waitress had forgotten about us. And it was hard to talk to each other because it was so loud as we were seated by the bar area. We didn't get an apology discount or anything, so our entire party was pretty sour. I wanted to give this place one star after this. Now, with that being said, you can tell that when some friends who visited me absolutely demanded to eat at this place, I wasn't very happy. Nonetheless, I went. Only this time, IT WAS MUCH BETTER. Our waitress was definitely a veteran, you could tell, and she was so extremely quick/responsive/nice that I really couldn't complain. Food took about 20 minutes or so, which wasn't too bad compared to what it was last time and we had a large party, yet again. And this time, we were seated on the inside. I would suggest going only if you have some time to spare and want to try their extensive drink menu (AWESOME, I have to say! Though a bit too fruity for the ones we've tried). I've had the Jamaican Burger and one of the Vegetarian burgers, I forget. The burgers are pretty decent, not spectacular, though the flavorings are interesting. And I do like that they offer edamame as a side (yum!) I would give them three stars, but to be honest, that first experience made me really sour and I would much prefer to go somewhere else for a meal with such a crowd (mostly 20's and 30's, by the way) like that. That being said, I see their novelty as a 'hot spot' for the ones who are up for mingling; I just wanted to go there and eat.
(2)Andrew K.
Not my first time to Sub Zero. I was in the mood for a burger and you can't go wrong with a burger from Sub Zero. I built my own with black angus, caramelized onions, american cheese and chipotle mayo. The burger was perfectly mid-rare as I'd asked for and was exactly what I wanted, how I wanted it. We started with two sushi rolls: Salmon and Avocado (my all-time favorite) and spicy tuna. I highly recommend the Salmon and Avocado - the texture of the salmon and the avocado melds beautifully and it contrasts that of the rice. I probably wouldn't get their version of spicy tuna again - it was good, but not as spicy as I prefer. They get a four because they're loud. I could barely hear myself think.
(4)Tina H.
Went here while in town for business. My girlfriend actually thought it was the sort of ice bar where everyone gets a fur and we shoot Vodka in an icy room...so once we discovered it wasn't, it was tough to impress. I blame her of-course, not them. But the evening was lovely, so we sat outside and people watched. I loved my martini which was a combination bloody Mary/ dirty Martini..the name escapes me. But it was Delish. The trendy Central West End is really fun, and this is a nice stop.
(4)Sarah D.
One of my favorite places in CWE. The drink menu is impressive, with an expansive martini selection (I love the antioxident). The sushi is fresh and fantasic. The first time I went, I had a chicken sandwich...not the best, kind of dry. The sliders are very flavorful. Sidewalk seating is great for a nice day and people watching.
(4)Tom A.
You're liking the vodka, you're liking the design, but then it hits you: you're not liking the people! If you're looking to be picked up by sketchy, creepy old men, then get your best gold-digging dress on and head to Sub Zero! Beyond the people, this bar is nice. The sushi is above average, and the pepper vodka (note: not "peppar," but actually hot pepper) shots are delicious. A bit crowded at times, but I still dig the atmosphere. So order some nigiri and sip on an old-fashioned, but come early to avoid the "I'm-a-little-too-old-to-being-doing-this" men!
(3)Andy W.
Stopped by here later on a Sunday evening for an after-movie quick bite to eat. Their drink menu is huge. I ordered a basil gimlet and it was the perfect beverage for a spring evening. I'm partial to fresh basil regardless, but the flavor and aroma were nice and light, fresh with an attractive color. Friendly bartender, too. Neither of us had a big appetite, so we split the seaweed salad (great color and nice crunch, good mouth appeal), some edamame (ordinary), and the hummus (satisfying). It ended up being way too much food but it was simple, came out fast, and made it easy to eat and carry on a conversation. I've been in before to partake of the more standard menu blocks: the sushi, the burgers, the vodka. Sub Zero is consistent, if pricy - they're selling the exotic and unusual. Both the bar and their sidewalk dining zone are fun for people watching. Solid CWE operation.
(4)Tuan L.
This place has it ALL.. sushi.. burgers and alcohol. Everything is GOOD! I've tried 3 burgers there and man they are delicious! Different flavor vodka and drinks its yummy too. Its a small place.. crowded and shit on weekends.. but it still worth the wait. If you find yourself coming here regularly.. get that sub zero card and try ALL the vodkas and get points and prizes.. drink lot then earn your name on the wall like one of my friends did lol.
(4)Alexis B.
Hip sushi rolls mixed with classic American fare? Pages of martinis and vodka concoctions? OOO Mama likes. I came here last Saturday with a bachelorette party, and while I cannot speak for the girls way down at the end of our party of 10, I can safely say that those around me were impressed. I had the Oreo martini, and despite its sugary name, it was a pretty stiff drink of Vodka and both white and dark Godiva liqueur. We were all big fans of the martini selection being true 100% alcohol only martinis. For dinner, I buddied up with a friend and decided on 5 rolls between us. Huge mistake. Although we were both starving, we could not come close to finishing what we''d ordered. The rolls were hefty, and far bigger than we'd expected. It's truly sad when you find your new favorite roll in another city. My new roll of choice would be the buffalo tuna roll with tuna, lettuce, carrot, blue cheese, and buffalo sauce. It sounded good when I ordered it, and it tasted even better. Another surprise was the spicy tuna. We ordered it thinking it to be the tried and true recipe, but SZVB's version has a spicy sauce with ground fried bits of gill that makes it taste like spicy bacon. We were beginning a long night here, and after our meal we spent about 30 minutes in the bar chatting up patrons and getting miscellaneous items for our evil little scavenger hunt. It was a good vibe, and the crowd was agreeable to our special brand of insanity. That's always a plus!
(4)Kate P.
I don't come here often enough. The sushi is awesome and the drinks are smooth. Bartenders are super friendly.
(5)Bob B.
Wonderful Bacon & Sushi Bloody Mary's at this outdoor cafe / vodka bar. Kurt was awesome!
(4)Mac B.
Ahhh SubZero. I have been to SubZero a couple of times and both times have been excellent. I wonder why we don't go more often to be honest. The food is wonderful, the atmosphere is great and they validate parking. What more could you ask for? Last Friday my wife and I went to SubZero as we had a $45 gift card. Since we had to spend it in one sitting we decided to try a little bit of everything. We got the Kobe Beef Nachos which were Phenomenal. Could be the best Nachos I have had in St Louis. Then we split an order of sliders. We got two Buffalo, one Classic and one Lamb. All were good but the Buffalo were my favorite. We finished up the evening with two sushi rolls, Spicy Tuna and Kung Fu. Both were very good and the Kung Fu roll is probably the best roll I have had in St Louis. Better than anything I have had at place that only does Sushi. We were pretty full and skipped dessert but the table next to us got dessert and it looked scrumptious. While I might not recommend that anyone follow our lead of nachos, burgers and sushi, the individual flavors of each were fabulous. SubZero is a fabulous place and is one of my favorites in St Louis.
(5)Jacqueline C.
I have been frequenting Sub Zero on and off for the last few years. Sometimes it's a hit, others it's a miss. But it's really not a bad place to have cocktails after a first date. We stopped in Saturday night the crowd was older and it was not nearly as crowded as I have found it can be. we snagged two seats at the bar ordered Belvedere on the rocks and for me Grey Goose La Poire and tonic, so refreshing! I was even able to draw a few smiley faces in the ice at the bar. None of us ate, but I have enjoyed sushi and shots of vodka and I would say it's an excellent place for both, so make some time and try the sushi. Can't think of the name, but there's a roll with craw-fish in it, slightly spicy. Might be called New Orleans something... either way, it's yumm-o. Our group gathered near the back of the bar area and sipped icy cold beverages and made small talk. Even had a few other people introduce themselves and join in our Saturday night chit chat. After settling the tab we continue on for a little dancing.
(3)Kate C.
Perhaps my feelings would be different if (a) I was still in my 20s and (b) I was in the market for a 'hook up'. However, as I am in my 40s and in a committed relationship, I have no time for Sub Zero. Even in my 20s and living in New York City, I had no time (or money) for places like this. I always favored the more obscure, less trendy nightspots. I was always more into punk, and Sub Zero is anything but punk. That said, if you are young, single and have enough money to splurge on fancy cocktails, this may be the place for you.
(2)Leah Z.
I would've given it 3.5 stars if I could. I was here with 2 other friends around 8:00pm on a Sat night. It was already packed. We sat at the bar while waiting for a table. We ordered an app of sushi and some drinks while we waited. We attempted a conversation but it was freaking loud because of the music and just the acoustics of the place. We got our table but still had not gotten our apps or drinks. We got better service once we'd sat down. Seated in the back room, it was still loud and cramped, but at least we could hear each other better. The martini's I sampled (and no- they weren't all mine) Root Beer Float - I enjoyed it, though the creamy float top was a little chalky. My friend sent it back, but I would've kept it. Boston Pop Rocks - Yum! Blue with pink pop rocks around the rim. Hardly any pop rocks (kindof pathetic) - but tasted good. Key Lime Pie - Very good! Didn't taste much alcohol though... Bachelor Bait - Loved this one. Nice and berry- with a gummy worm in it. Cherry Lime - Sweet and Tart. Good combo. Liked Bachelor Bait better though. Effen Black Cherry - verrrry nice. clear drink. definitely had a kick to it. (strong) Loved the sweet potato fries and the spicy tuna sushi. Not huge on the california roll (which i normally love). I'd already been there before, so I knew about the ambience factor that most people speak of. And I'll still go back. Though more likely to stand at the bar with a girlfriend who I talk to frequently (since long conversations are a bit of a strain on the vocal chords with the loudness).
(3)Candace G.
Service: Excellent! We were there on a Thursday evening and sat at the bar. Our bartender was great at suggesting drinks and was timely in the delivery of the drinks. Being a beer and wine girl, I thought I would try something different. I ordered the Cucumber Lemongrass Martini, and will have it again when I go back. It was perfect for me -- crisp, light, flavorful, and not too sweet--a great summertime drink. Food: I was taken there for the sushi. The sushi was good, but at the cost that they charged for it, I will stick to true sushi places. Atmosphere: Fun and relaxing. We were there early evening and everyone was very friendly, easy to talk to, and interesting. I had an enjoyable time and will definitely go again.
(3)Kayla B.
A very cool vodka bar, which seems to be very rare in St. Louis. Great selection of cocktails and vodkas to sample! Nice ambiance and one of the better bars I've been to in STL. This would be a nice date destination or a fun place to spend the night with the girls! The food here is pretty good too! I love the burger bar and I hear the sushi is pretty good here too.
(4)Kelly H.
I happen to overhear people in Paul Mitchell speaking of a "spicy chicken tempura salad" that was really amazing. I suddenly barged in their convo and asked where could I get the salad from. They were like its at Subzero. I immediately decided I would walk over there after she finished my hair. The last time I went to Subzero i ordered a burger which was really good. I decided to sit outside and enjoy the lovely weather we had. I ordered a coke and the spicy chicken tempura salad. It was sooooo good. I can't say that for the ranch dressing...that wasn't my fav, but the chicken was really good. Pic coming soon.
(4)Chris M.
Went to Sub Zero the other day for lunch. Showed up at 2pm and that was lucky, as they don't open until then...had no idea. I had been to the restaurant once before, but was turned off by the fact that people were allowed to smoke right at the bar, so I hadn't been back. But - boy am I glad I decided to return! Had the double decker burger and it was fantastic. One of the best burgers I've had in a long time. There were great happy hour specials and a good beer menu - and the vodka menu goes without saying... Would definitely return for another burger, were I to find myself in the CWE again.
(4)Rachel J.
I love sub zero. They have really great happy hour specials. The service is average, no complaints there. The food and drink is always consistently yummy! I love the edamame dip! YUM!
(4)Wilma G.
Great place for vodka and great food! U have to get there early on a weekend nite for a table! Bar is frozen!
(4)Russell B.
Our hosts for the weekend recommended this place to try out for all of us adults to go out to eat. Seeing the name I was initially kind of deterred that it would be some overly pretentious place with mediocre to dreadful food, but looking at the menu I felt a little optimistic if not maybe a little confused by what kind of place it is. We all ordered drinks, most of us utilizing their extensive list of house vodka cocktails with me of course wanting to try some local brew (Schlafly). We also ordered some soft pretzels to start off with. The pretzels were pretty good with a good amount of soft chew and the sauces at least were more interesting than a basic nacho cheese and mustard. For mains we all went for burgers except for the lone pescatarian that went for the ahi salad. i was initally tempted by the sushi, but reminding myself I was in St Louis and that my stomach was stil recovering from a heavy dose of BBQ, I figured I'd be better off with a burger. I went for the bacon-borsin burger which i had requested medium, but was a little more on the medium well side. The patty itself was also a little dry and the lack of much of a sauce from what I could recall beyond the melted cheese left the whole burger a bit dry. The quality of the bacon was pretty good though. Overall my lower expectations weren't entirely dashed. The food was at least mediocre to good and the cocktails I tried were pretty well mixed. The crowd slowly started leaning towards the young college or recently out of college party people. As was evidenced from the two bachelorette parties that showed up, this definitely lived more up to my initial expectations. So, don't let your expectations veer far from what their name suggests.
(3)Delies W.
We had seaweed salad n mixed green field salad. Both of them did a pretty job, especially the seaweed. Pretty similar to what we used to have in Asia. The burger is awesome n decent, u have better order for cook medium, the best way to enjoy the meat! Side dish with bunch of delicious sweet potato fries.Totally worth it. Can't miss the burger
(5)Andy D.
Not sold on this place yet. The concept is definitely unique (burgers and vodka?), but I can't shake the feeling that Sub Zero is one of the more cliché places to go in CWE that you wouldn't hit up again once you know the real places to go. The food was pretty solid-- I had a great burger last time I went with a crayfish remoulade on top (yum). The outdoor seating area is nice, too, if not the tiniest bit tight. Prices here are okay. Bottom line for me is that if you like burgers, check it out; if you like burgers and sushi, you've gotta go; and if you like burgers, sushi, AND vodka, well... what are you doing sitting here reading this review?! I can't speak much for how this place is late night, though, so maybe you'll have to check it out for yourself if that's your thing.
(3)Carol M.
I came here for my boyfriend's birthday not long ago, and it turned out to be the best part of the day for both of us. We showed up early for happy hour (when no one was there), so we had run of the bar. The bartender was really sweet and knowledgeable, and let us sample several different vodkas, fully explaining the differences in each before we wound up deciding on what we wanted. I wound up with a dirty martini, made with their house-infused olive vodka - if you're a fan of dirty, get this. It was easily the smoothest (and dirtiest) dirty martini I've ever had the pleasure of drinking. When it came time for food, my boyfriend got the burger, I got the nigiri, and we were both drooling over our respective meals. (If your partner hates sushi, this is a really great place to go to find a happy medium. The American/Japanese fusion menu is perfect for such situations.) Also, just a tip: Make sure you join their vodka tasting club, then show up on your birthday. They give you a free gift on your birthday, which is absolutely well worth the effort of joining and getting there. We were pleasantly surprised.
(5)Jonathan K.
The sushi here ranged from pretty mediocre to bad, but they did make a decent burger. It was also a bit pricey, which I guess should be expected of a bar in the CWE. The BBQ Bison burger wasn't bad; the meat was alright, the bbq sauce tasted good, and the bun was on the softer side. Their sweet potato fries were okay, I've definitely had much better, especially for the price. However, their sushi was unsatisfying. The fish was completely unexceptional and their rolls were bland or just didn't taste very good. The service was slow, which I'm going to generously blame on the fact that we had a large party, although there was hardly anyone else in the restaurant. The prices were about what I expected. Their burgers were so much better that it just doesn't make sense that they oddly enough serve sushi too. Still, this place just isn't worth it.
(3)Raya K.
I love bringing my friends from SF here because it's a nice way to introduce them to Saint Louis night life without going full blown hoosier. The drinks are always strong, their appetizers are pretty damn good and the atmosphere is slightly swanky but not over the top.
(4)J R.
Come for the burgers and vodka, not the douchebaggery. It can be overwhelmingly douchey here at times, but the food and service are always good. Try the turkey burger or sushi burger and sweet potato fries.
(4)Bob D.
I think that there may be better sushi overall in St. Louis, but as a place to go have sushi on a date or with friends I prefer Sub Zero. The sushi is very good, especially if you are into the house rolls that many places have. Their chefs seem like they're willing to actually add some unique twists to the rolls. For the purists, the sashimi and nigiri have always been about as fresh-tasting as you will get in the Midwest. I have not tried their other menu items but their American menu items seem to have some good reviews from friends that don't like sushi. Their drink menu is near-legendary, with lots of different vodka flavors and infusions and other interesting spirits that you don't find everywhere. Also, they have chilled, unfiltered sake which can be difficult to find at some sushi places. It is definitely not a beer joint and while I love a good Schlafly it's nice to go into a place where everyone isn't sucking down Bud Light. The decor and atmosphere are also nice. Upscale without being too pretentious, the strip of ice down the bar is great for keeping your vodka chilled, it's clean and interesting without looking too modern or gaudy like some Asian restaurants. Since it is so close to other CWE bars and restaurants, it makes a good centrepiece for a nice date. Stop in for drinks before dinner somewhere, have dinner at Sub Zero, then shuffle on for dessert at one of the other local places. They also serve food until reasonably late at night which can be nice if you're coming out of a ball game or show or etc.
(5)Jennifer K.
Great drinks and the sushi was amazing! Also, you have to try the Kobe beef nachos!
(4)Stephanie I.
Came here with a few coworkers after a night in CWE. It was near the end of the night, so we all didn't need anymore drinks...but seeing how the atmosphere of the place was so neat (and blue...!), we figured one more couldn't hurt. The drink was just alright - AND it was like $10 or something overpriced for what it was. There also wasn't much of a crowd (Thursday night), and it took a while for our drinkt o come. They also had a live band playing...which made the place waaaay too loud (the place itself isn't that big). Needless to say, we had that one drink and peaced out. I don't know if I'd be back out of my own accord, but seeing how many of my coworkers like this place a lot, I think I'll be back again sometime.
(3)Liz A.
Sub Zero has sushi and burgers... which works out perfectly for me and my boyfriend! (me=sushi him=burgers)... oh yeah and a wide selection of VODKA. The sushi is great and try the blueberry martini! There are other fun drinks too. As always- great company is key but this place is great! Service is good and it is in a fun neighborhood. Love!
(4)Keeton C.
Great Food, More Vodka than I've ever seen in my life.... There are many little things in my life that just bring a natural grin to my cheeks. Good food and good service are two of them. This place was aces on both. I had an amazing burger, some of the best onion rings I've ever had and gooey butter cake to top off the night. Everyone in the party enjoyed what they got and it was a perfect start to the night.
(5)Carolyn C.
One of my fave places that I have discovered in STL so far...though it took me a bit to get over the initial shock of sushi AND burgers served at the same establishment. Is it a failed attempt at being trendy, a compromise for the unadventurous who get dragged to a "sushi" restaurant, or just a very smart idea? I've been back enough times now to determine that they're doing a pretty good job, especially if you sit at one of the tables outside (though avoid the ones directly under the trees if you can help it - we already had a bird poop situation). Sidewalk seating also has another huge plus: People watching. Latest sighting: Middle-aged man in a Britney school girl outfit running down Euclid, pausing just long enough to flash us his thong. Both cheeks, people. GROSS. But, I digress. My menu picks so far: - Spicy chicken tempura app - Futomaki roll (normally would not place a veggie roll high on the list, but this is honestly delish) - Eel roll (simple but stellar) - CHEWY BUTTER CAKE. I don't want to know how many pounds of sugar and butter are in this, but it is truly specatacular. To drink: Mango Tango
(4)Thomas B.
Famous for the sushi, but their burgers are awesome as well. And the sweet potato fries are a most have, Been here several times, never had a bad experience. The menu is a bit pricey but in my experience well worth it.
(5)Jenn W.
My favorite sushi in St. Louis. As an added bonus they have great burgers and some of the best sweet potato fries I've ever had. In addition to the food, I'm sure you guess from their name they have an amazing selection of vodka. Their infused vodka is fabulous as are the sparkling cosmos.
(4)Joseph G.
There are few different sides to Sub Zero, which I think explains some of the mix in reviews. First, we love the food, especially the burgers. They have lamb, buffalo, beef, veggie, and they're all good (but I would stay away from the falafal burger). They're freshly made patties with good spices and solid bread. If you're looking for a greasy burger, it's not your place. The sweet potato fries are awesome, along with the tempura appetizers. I've heard solid things about the sushi, but I always go back to the burgers at the last minute. I've only had the tuna and it was great. The bar scene: It does try to be a little bit more trendy then it is, but I respect it for trying in St Louis. Frankly we need more of it. There's enough dive bars in this city. I suppose it's a yuppy crowd, if you're a Hoosier or visiting from Arkansas. The cheesy cover bands need to go. It's not a provel pizza joint people. I respect that they are bringing in pseudo-live music, but these guys are all cheese and too loud. There's plenty of good bands in this city and great DJs, so there's really no excuse. It's a little too bright in the place, but it could be worse. The drinks are solid along with the beer selection. I loves the pomegranate champagne drinks (I mean, my wife does), but I agree that the drinks are on the pricey side. Other positives: The outdoor seating is fantastic when it's nice outside and the service has always been good.
(4)Danielle W.
I had to think about this review because of our experience. I enjoyed this place more than my husband as he was not a huge fan of the loud music. I do feel they could turn the music down a bit, at least so it would be easier to hold conversation. I really liked the overall layout of the place. The drink list was great, and the martinis and cocktails I tried were delish!! As for the food, I had sushi which was good, I would say right in the middle not the best, nor the worst. My husband also ordered the kobe beef sliders which he was extremely excited about. He only ate one of the sliders as it took 17 minutes after our food got to our table to get our drinks. It's hard to enjoy a nice meal, with a water that is half full :( Fortunately the manager came over and took care of our meal and drinks which I felt was good faith and if we lived in St Louis would make us try this place again. It is trendy I guess as people below have stated, but nothing crazy, I think people of all ages would feel comfortable here.... Next time, if there is one, I would problaby stop just by the bar
(3)Craig R.
Trying to find good sushi in St. Louis is pretty tough. Flying fresh fish out to this area has to be a pain. I'm on a quest to taste all of the sushi places out here and find the best one. Sub Zero is pretty good. Heck, I'll even say 4 stars good. As their name suggests, they have a huge vodka list with tons of "specialty" drinks to choose from. You can get almost any vodka, any way you want it. I tend to shy away from the smoking areas as it really kills my eyes, so I didn't get to be around the ice tower/luge/thingy they have there but that didn't matter. The place was awesome. The atmosphere screamed hip even though it was really empty on a Sunday night. The ambience lighting really made it a great date spot. The booths, nay couches(!), were so comfy I was about to take a nap after gorging myself full of sushi. Man, I'm just all over the place with this review. I might just have to resort to bullet points (ugh). Great: - ambience. - comfortable couches and seats. - incredible list of vodka and drinks. - great (for St. Louis) sushi. - knowledgeable staff. - reservation options available. Bad: - none so far! OPEN LATE ON SUNDAYS? I'M SOLD! I'm going to return on a repeat trip very very soon.
(4)Sabrina P.
went to celebrate a birthday and the selection of Vodka was extensive, but the noise level made it very hard to hear across our own table.
(3)david B.
Great sushi, great vodka, great service and if I didn't have sushi I would of had a gourmet burger
(5)Careth T.
I am a carnivore at heart, and Sub Zero never disappoints. Sushi, absolutely! Fantastic burgers, they've got that too. Half sushi and splitting a burger with someone you like, UNFREAKINGBELIEVABLE! I never leave hungry and I still have some cash left. Reasonable prices. It can be pretty busy on the weekends, so a reservation is something I would recommend.
(4)Rachel M.
My boyfriend and I met at Sub Zero last night for dinner and drinks. The menu was kind of exciting -- sushi on one side and burgers on the other. The drink menu was even more impressive, with a large list of martinis and other cocktails, plus an extensive collection of vodka. I had a bloody mary, which ended up being really good (i like mine very spicy). My boyfriend ordered a sweet tea vodka plus lemonade, which wasn't on the menu but has been a good mix at other bars/restaurants. His drink was one of the foulest things I have ever tasted, so I guess avoid ordering off the menu... Maybe I ordered the wrong things, but I was very underwhelmed by the food. My vegetable tempura was more soggy than crispy, and my two sliders (BBQ bison and southwest black bean) were even worse. I wasn't able to finish either of them because they were so bad. Both had strange chemical smells to them and unsettling textures. My boyfriend ordered an angus burger with avocado and said it was fine. They gave him the tiniest amount of avocado possible though, despite charging something like $1.25 for it. The wait staff was pleasant enough, even though they sort of make me think of Hooter's girls mixed with MAC makeup counter girls (weirdly revealing outfits and way too much eyeliner are the dress code, apparently). And I was really put off by the fact that they really don't make any substitutions, at all. Also, I found the decor contrived and more than a little tacky. Despite all that, though, I'm not writing this place off completely. I'll give it some time and come back, and I will definitely be avoiding the burger side of the menu.
(2)Sara A.
I was skeptical at first because it sounded douchey...but this place is awesome. The drinks are mixed to perfection and the bartenders are happy to recommend drinks or alter them to your taste. My favorite: The Dirty Tomato: a dirty martini with tomato-infused vodka. Oh. Em. Gee.
(5)Blair H.
Not only do I love the Bison burgers, sweet potato fries & tempura vegetables, their edamame dip is one of the best little known appetizers in town! Also, the gooey butter cake is tops.
(5)Jim C.
The sushi was great and the vodka even better. Try the polish vodka (graskova) with apple juice! My fiance loved the dirty tomato martini. I generally don't like edamame but the dip here is so good! We had the Jeremy, Dynamite and Spicy Tuna Rolls, all excellent, but our favorite was the Jeremy roll. The burgers looked great and they have a lot of choices, but we were in the mood for sushi. We'll definitely try the burgers next time!
(4)Brian L.
Combine sub standard service and sub par food and you get Sub Zero. Came here with co-workers for dinner. They got an assortment of rolls and I got the chilli fried egg burger. Nothing tasted that great and it tries too hard to be a quality trendy sushi joint. Its all over priced for what you actually get on your plate. Sushi and burgers? Stick to one genre of food, maybe it will taste better.
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