A Guide to Enterprise Center
Nestled in the heart of downtown St. Louis, Enterprise Center has served as the home of the St. Louis Blues since 1994. The arena perfectly channels the city’s deep rooted hockey grit and passionate civic pride, forever anchored by the legacy of the franchise's historic 2019 Stanley Cup run. On game nights, the building transforms into a sea of blue, offering a vibrant and loud atmospheres.
Getting to the Arena
- Public TransitMetroLink light rail runs from the eastern suburbs of Shiloh and Belleville through downtown to UMSL and Maplewood to the west . The closest station to the arena is Civic Center station, a one block walk from the arena. The Union Station and Stadium stops are short walks away and help avoid the large post game lines at Civic Center
- ParkingThe Kiel Center Garage is attached to the stadium but spots are limited and generally reserved for season ticket and suite holders. A number additional lots and garages exist in the area around the stadium. Popular options include:
- City Hall Lot (1201 Clark Ave)Located directly across the street from the arena. It is highly recommended by locals because it sits right across from the main entrance and offers a much faster exit post-game than a multi-level garage.
- Justice Center Garage (1115 Clark Ave)Situated just a block east of the arena. It provides covered parking and an incredibly short walk to the main gates, but it fills up fast on game nights.
- Stadium West Garage (215 S. 8th St.)A high-capacity garage used frequently by both Blues and Cardinals fans. It is far enough away to avoid the worst gridlock immediately surrounding the arena but close enough for an easy walk.
- Cupples Station Garage (421 S. 10th St.)Located near the Westin Hotel, this garage offers secure, covered parking roughly three blocks from the arena gates.
- RideShareThe official Rideshare zone is on the north end of 14th Street between Clark Avenue and Market Street east of the arena.
Pregame Festivities
Downtown St. Louis has a strong collection of bars and restaurants within walking distance of the arena. The fanbase is knowledgeable and loyal and the neighborhood has the gritty, unpretentious energy that matches the franchise.
Bars & Restaurants
- A downtown St. Louis institution right near the arena; Irish pub vibes, strong pours, and a packed pregame crowd on game nights.
- A classic St. Louis sports bar with wings, cold beer, and walls covered in Blues and Cardinals memorabilia
- St. Louis's original craft brewery housed in a gorgeous old building; excellent beer and pub food a short ride from the arena
- A divey downtown bar with strong drinks and a solid game night crowd
- Another reliable Irish bar near the arena for a quick pregame pint
- An upscale cocktail bar inside the 21c Museum Hotel for a more refined pregame drink
- St. Louis BBQ done right; brisket, ribs, and burnt ends with creative sides
- Arguably the most famous BBQ joint in St. Louis. The line is worth it for the ribs and pulled pork. Be sure to go early as they often sell out.
Neighborhood Attractions
- The 630-foot stainless steel monument is just blocks from the arena; ride the tram to the top for views of the city and the Mississippi River.
- The beautifully restored 1894 train station now houses the St. Louis Aquarium, a Ferris wheel, mini golf, and restaurants
- A wildly inventive, multi-story playground built from repurposed industrial materials; one of the most unique attractions in any NHL city.
- The dining and entertainment district adjacent to Busch Stadium, a short walk east of the arena.
- The historic brewery campus offers tours and tastings; a quintessential St. Louis experience.
Monuments & Unique Features
- The Bronze Statues & Hall of Fame PlazaLocated directly outside Gate 2 (the main entrance at Clark Avenue and 14th Street), you’ll find three life sized bronze statues honoring the franchise’s Big Three: Bernie Federko, Al MacInnis, and Brett Hull
- Champions WalkRunning along the sidewalk near Gate 2, this path consists of commemorative bricks. The walk was installed in 2020 to celebrate the 2019 Stanley Cup Championship, with bricks highlighting key moments from that historic last-to-first run.
- Championship BannersThe Blues' Stanley Cup championship banner (2019) hangs in the rafters and remains the emotional centerpiece of the arena. Additionally, the Blues display banners for their '99-2000 President's Trophy, and 10 division championships
- Retired Numbers & TributesBanners for retired numbers and other franchise legends line the rafters.
- #2 Al MacInnis
- #3 Bob Gassoff
- #5 Bob Plager
- #8 Barclay Plager
- #11 Brian Sutter
- #16 Brett Hull
- #24 Bernie Federko
- #44 Chris Pronger
- Doug WickenheiserHis number is officially honored rather than retired, commemorating his legendary "Monday Night Miracle" goal.
- Dan KellyA special shamrock-shaped banner hangs to honor the Hall of Fame broadcaster who was the voice of the team for 21 years.
- Sid Salomon Jr. & Sid Salomon IIIA commemorative banner honors the original father-and-son team owners who brought NHL hockey to St. Louis during the 1967 expansion.
- The "Towel Man" Goal CountA beloved St. Louis tradition dating back to the 1989–90 season at the old St. Louis Arena. Following a Blues goal superfan Ron Baechle (known universally as the "Towel Man") runs down to the stairs at the edge of the upper bowl railing in Section 314. Waving a custom designed towel, he leads the entire arena in a roaring, synchronized countdown of the Blues' total goals for the game and throws it down into the lower seating sections as a highly coveted gameday souvenir.
- GloriaThe Gloria victory song from the 2019 run (Laura Branigan's 1982 hit) became a citywide anthem and is still played after wins
Seating & Special Sections
- Bud Light Sports PubThis area in the upper concourse area offers a standing room social space with drink rails and TVs
- Scott Credit Union Rinkside ClubThe most exclusive club in the building, reserved for glass seat holders in Rows A and B, which includes access to Pub '67 (a private, Speakeasy-style club hidden under the stands).
- The Jameson ClubThis is a private, upscale restaurant style club located on the lower premium level (Clark Avenue side). Access is restricted to fans holding designated premium tickets, specifically Club Seats located in rows A–C of sections 101–106 and 114C–126, as well as select luxury suite guests.
- Bommarito Automotive Group LoungeThis is an exclusive luxury hospitality space located on the Mezzanine/Suite level. Entry is strictly restricted to Suite Holders, Theater Box ticket holders, and select Executive Club members
- Club Level SeatingThe Club Level (200s) features padded seats, in seat wait service, and access to premium lounges
Concessions
- Signature St. Louis & City-Specific FlavorsIf you want the authentic St. Louis fan experience, skip the standard stands and head straight for these local heavyweights:
- St. Louis-Style Pizza & Toasted Ravioli (Portals 2 & 15)Head to the 3 Stripes Pizza & Provisions stands for a true city staple: Dogtown Pizza. This features the classic St. Louis-style ultra-thin, cracker-like crust topped with tangy Provel cheese. Pair a slice with a side of crispy, golden Toasted Ravioli ("T-Ravs") served with marinara dipping sauce.
- Sugarfire Smoke House (Portals 21 & 315)An award-winning St. Louis BBQ institution. Skip the standard pulled pork and order their famous BBQ Burnt End Nachos—a massive mound of tortilla chips smothered in white queso, sweet BBQ sauce, and tender smoked brisket burnt ends. They also serve elite brisket sandwiches and smoked turkey.
- Hi-Pointe Drive-In (Portals 16 & 315)St. Louis' favorite modern burger joint. They serve up incredible, crispy-edged smash burgers on potato buns, loaded fries, and a highly rated plant-based Hi-Pointe Impossible Burger.
- Chicken Out (Portal 17)A popular local hot-chicken concept serving up crispy, pressure-fried chicken sandwiches ranging from mild to extra spicy, alongside crinkle-cut fries.
- FarmTruk (Portal 36)Bringing a farm-to-table food truck concept to the Mezzanine level. Famous for its decadent Brisket Mac & Cheese and a true local dessert mandatory: warm, buttery, authentic St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake.
- Local Sweets (Portals 52 & Select Carts)Satisfy your sweet tooth with warm, rotating gourmet cookies from Crumbl Cookies (Portal 52) or unique, custom flash-frozen ice cream creations from Ice’s Plain & Fancy.
- Rosalita's CantinaA local Tex-Mex institution that has expanded to two permanent stands at Portal 4 and Portal 46, serving chicken chimichangas and plates of style nachos.
- Steve's Hot Dogs (Portal 8)Notable for their exclusive Blue Note Dog (an all-beef hot dog topped with creamy mac and cheese, St. Louis-style wing sauce, and blue cheese on a French bun).
- Classic Stadium FareFor those who prefer traditional game-day comfort foods, standard concession hubs (branded as St. Louis Grill or Lou's Classics) are distributed evenly across the 100-level Plaza Concourse and 300-level Mezzanine Concourse
- Hot Dogs & BratwurstsAvailable at virtually every general concession stand. Look out for jumbo all-beef franks and grilled local bratwursts served with kraut.
- Chicken Tenders & FriesHeavyweight baskets of crispy chicken tenders served with seasoned fries and standard dipping sauces can be found at Portals 3, 15, 31, and 318.
- Soft Pretzels & PopcornLarge braided Bavarian soft pretzels (with warm cheese dip) and souvenir buckets of bottomless buttered popcorn are available at all general beverage and snack carts throughout the arena.
- Traditional NachosClassic tortilla chips with round jalapeño slices and warm pump-queso are readily accessible at any standard grill portal.
- Craft BeerFor fans seeking local independent microbreweries, look for the specialized "Brews of the Lou" mobile carts and tap handles located on both the 100 and 300-level concourses (prominent near Portals 8, 18, 34, and 312). Featured local staples include
- 4 Hands Brewing Co.Look for City Wide (an American Pale Ale that donates a portion of proceeds to local non-profits) and Single Speed blonde ale.
- Urban Chestnut Brewing CompanyFamous for Zwickel, an authentic, flagship German-style Kellerbier lager.
- Schlafly BeerSt. Louis' original craft brewery, frequently pouring its seasonal Pale Ale or Hazy IPA.
- Cocktails & Wine GuideIf beer isn't your preference, Enterprise Center features dedicated spirits bars and premium wine stations across the facility
- Frozen Cocktails at Tropical Liqueurs (The District / The Ledge - 300 Level)Affectionately known by locals as "Trops," this iconic St. Louis staple has a permanent home in the upper bowl's social zone. They serve high-octane, incredibly popular frozen mixed slushies in rotating fruit flavors (like Tiger Paw and Piña Colada).
- Premium Margaritas (Portal 5)Session Taco features a dedicated bar serving freshly shaken, top-shelf rocks margaritas using premium tequila and fresh lime juice.
- Liquor & Mixed Drink BarsDedicated full-service liquor bars are positioned symmetrically near the major entrance gates on the Plaza level (Gate 2 and Gate 3 Atriums), offering premium vodka, whiskey, bourbon, and customizable mixed drinks.
- PNC Premier Level Cocktail Bars (200 Level)If you hold a 200-level ticket, the exclusive club-level concourse features high-end cocktail lounges specializing in hand-carved prime rib pairings, custom old fashioneds, and a sophisticated mixology menu.
- Wine LocationsWhile wine can be found at all full-service concourse liquor bars, the best selection is located at designated premium beverage carts on the 100-level Plaza Concourse (near Portal 12) and throughout the 200-level PNC Premier Level, offering an elevated selection of California Cabernets, Pinot Noirs, and chilled Chardonnays served in stadium-safe premium carafes.
Arena Information
Notable Events
- All Star Game Host in 2020
Suggested Places
Recommended places to visit near this arena