Two of St. Louis’ better‑known hangout spots are about to pour their last rounds. Baileys’ Restaurants is closing Baileys’ Range in Shaw and Baileys’ Chocolate Bar in Lafayette Square next Saturday, ending decades of service as the local group reshuffles its lineup.
Company announcement and timeline
The closures were announced in a social media post that the owners described as a tough but necessary step in a reorganization they say has been in the works for months, according to KMOV. The outlet reports that both restaurants will serve customers through next Saturday, which is set as their final day of operation. KMOV also notes that the post did not include additional details on how the closures would work behind the scenes.
Shaw property was on the market
For anyone watching closely, there had already been signs that something might be shifting in Shaw. The building that houses Baileys’ Range went up for sale in June with an asking price near $1.55 million, according to St. Louis Business Journal. The outlet describes the 5,300-square-foot property as flexible enough to be turned into retail, office or event space, which made the listing an early clue for those trying to figure out what might be next for the restaurant’s current home.
Why these closures matter locally
Baileys’ Restaurants brands itself as a St. Louis‑centric group built around neighborhood concepts, and both Baileys’ Chocolate Bar and Baileys’ Range have long been part of that identity, according to the company’s website. Baileys’ Restaurants also lists Rooster, Bridge Tap House and other sibling spots that will now make up a larger share of the group’s presence in the city. Coverage of the Shaw Baileys’ Range opening in 2022 underscored its role as a community gathering place, as noted by Sauce Magazine.
Owners’ message and what stays open
In their note to customers, the owners thanked diners for years of patronage, writing, "These two restaurants served the St. Louis community for fifteen and twenty-two years, respectively," according to KMOV. The outlet reports that the company also pointed out that the two Rooster Brunch Cafes on South Grand and Washington Avenue will stay open while the broader reorganization plays out. The post did not indicate whether employees could face cuts or be moved to other locations.
What comes next for the properties
What happens to the Shaw building after next Saturday is still an open question. Earlier coverage noted that the commercial listing, along with city records showing a recent ownership change, has complicated predictions about whether the site will keep a restaurant tenant or be converted to something entirely different. AOL reported on both the listing and the public records linked to the property. For now, anyone wanting one more visit has through next Saturday before the doors close for good at both locations.
