The Experience
When you’re tired of snack dinners and want something that feels like an actual meal, Mike Shannon’s Grill delivers. It’s a semi-casual sit-down restaurant with a full bar—more “proper lunch” than grab-and-go—making it a solid choice if you’ve got a little buffer before boarding.
The vibe leans classic American grill: comfortable booths, bar seating, and a steady rhythm of travelers fueling up. People love it because it’s dependable—hot food, a drink that’s poured correctly, and enough menu range that most groups can agree on something. Expect steaks and hearty sandwiches to be the main event, with sides that make sense for travel (fries, salads, and other familiar add-ons) and a bar program that’s clutch during delays.
Location & Access
You’ll find Mike Shannon’s Grill in the A Gates at A10 at St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). It’s post-security, so you’ll need to clear TSA first—perfect if you’re already circulating through the A concourse and want to stay close to your gate.
As a sit-down spot, seating is usually a mix of tables and bar stools. Wait times are typically manageable outside peak bank times, but if several flights stack up at once, the bar can fill quickly. If you’re cutting it close, consider grabbing a quicker bite nearby and saving this for when you can spare a full meal window.
Menu Highlights
- Steak options: The signature move here—order if you want something more substantial than airport fast casual.
- Grilled sandwiches: A reliable pick for speed and comfort, especially if you want something hearty that travels well back to your gate.
- Full bar: Great for a pre-flight beer or cocktail; it’s one of the easier places in the A Gates to settle in for a drink with food.
Price-wise, expect $$ (typical airport sit-down pricing), with steaks and cocktails pushing the total upward compared with fast-casual counters.
Dietary notes: You’ll usually be able to find something vegetarian (salads, sides, and some sandwich modifications). Vegan and gluten-free options may be possible with substitutions, but it’s not a dedicated special-diet menu—ask your server. Halal offerings aren’t specifically indicated, so this may be a skip if you require certified halal meals.
Practical Info
- Hours: Listed as open on the airport site; reported hours are commonly around 9am–6pm, but airport schedules can shift—double-check day-of.
- Mobile ordering: Not typically the point here; plan to order at the table/bar.
- Reservations: Generally not needed for airport dining.
- Best times to avoid crowds: Late morning or mid-afternoon between rushes; avoid tight pre-boarding windows when multiple A-gate flights are loading.
- Power/outlets: Availability varies by seat; if you need guaranteed charging, scout for an outlet before you commit to a table.
Quick Verdict
Best for: Travelers who want a real sit-down meal near their gate, business travelers looking for a calm bar-and-bite, and anyone craving steak or a substantial sandwich before flying.
Skip if: You’re on a tight connection, need a strong selection of vegan/gluten-free/halal-specific choices, or you’re hunting for the fastest, cheapest option in the concourse.
Location
A Gates (A10)