• A sandiwich with lettuce, chicken and cheese on a plate next to a cup of soup.
  • Barbecue Brisket slider sandwiches next to a plate of chips at The Fountain on Locust
  • People cheering cocktail glasses in the Stardust Speakeasy event space above The Fountain on Locust
  • A lineup of beautiful ice cream martinis of various flavors at The Fountain on Locust
  • Our employee Ryan eating ice cream at a table at The Fountain on Locust with whipped cream on his nose and a surprised expression.

Welcome to The Fountain on Locust

A hand holds a World's Smallest Ice Cream cone topped with orange sherbet. The hand has a small ice cream cone tattoo.

Where Every Cocktail Tells a Story & Every Dish is as Artfully Crafted.

The Fountain on Locust is where old-school glamour meets modern indulgence. Step into this retro soda fountain & cafe in the heart of St. Louis, where witty banter and retro flair come together to create an unforgettable dining experience.

Immerse yourself in an era of swing and swank, as you sip on our iconic ice cream martinis and savor our scratch-made cafe fare while taking in floor-to-ceiling Art Deco murals. Indulge in soul-satisfying soups, vibrant salads, and delectable sandwiches.

But it doesn't stop there. Our true claim to fame lies in our irresistible ice cream sundaes, handcrafted to perfection. From classic favorites to inventive creations, each spoonful will transport you back to a time of soda jerks and timeless charm.

Here, we take pride in being the guardians of nostalgia, reviving the spirit of the 1930s and 1940s. So sit back, relax, and let our witty staff transport you to a world where 'flapper' is slang for fabulous and 'spiffy' is the ultimate compliment.

Come join us in celebrating the extraordinary. Cheers to good times, great company, and the glorious fusion of past and present. This is The Fountain on Locust, where indulgence meets artistry, and every moment is a masterpiece in the making.

The Best Bite. Every Time.

Timeless
Cafe Fare.

Enjoy scratch-made, healthy dishes so that you can save room for dessert. Award-winning scratchmade soups, salads and more!

Retro Cocktails & Mocktails.

You’re going to blow your wig when you try our reimagined retro cocktails - from the Bees Knees to an unforgettable Manhattan.

St. Louis’s Best Ice Cream.

Take a gander at our extensive menu of sky-high ice cream sundaes and unforgettable ice cream martinis, featuring Cedar Crest ice cream from a Wisconsin family dairy.

A white plate holds a bowl of creamy beef stroganoff soup with bowtie pasta, accompanied by a bread roll and a green salad.

Soup of the Day

Beef Stroganoff
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Cream of Mushroom
(Vegetarian)

Polish Dill Pickle Soup

A table set with two plates of food, including a salad with apple, chicken salad, and a croissant sandwich.

Featured Entree

#10
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Housemade chicken salad on croissant with choice of side.






A glass dish of Caramel Collision ice cream topped with whipped cream and a cookie crumble, served on a black table in a dining room at The Fountain on Locust.

Seasonal Ice Cream

Caramel Collision

Caramel ice cream with a caramel swirl and chocolate coated caramel mini cups.

A close-up of an orange-colored mocktail in a martini glass, topped with whipped cream, on a dark gray table.

Featured Mocktail

Orange Blossom Special

Ginger ale hits the right note when blended with our Orange Sherbet. Topped with housemade whipped cream.

"Best Service in St. Louis" - Feast Magazine

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St. Louis's Most Photographed Restaurant

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"Best Soup in St. Louis" - St. Louis Magazine

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"Best Ice Cream Parlor in Missouri" - MSN

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"Best Service in St. Louis" - Feast Magazine • St. Louis's Most Photographed Restaurant • "Best Soup in St. Louis" - St. Louis Magazine • "Best Ice Cream Parlor in Missouri" - MSN •

3 ice cream martinis of different flavors in a row lined up at the fountain on locust

The Home of the Ice Cream Martini

When it comes to shaking up the cocktail game, we know how to bring the razzle-dazzle! We specialize in retro cocktails and ice cream sundaes that'll knock your socks off. But let's talk about our pièce de résistance - the ice cream martini! With flavors like Great Mississippi Mudslide and Thin Mint Martini, you'll be transported back to the days of decadence.