Chesterfield · Saint Louis County, MO

Cheap things to do in Chesterfield

Scout analyzed 46 Chesterfield places and surfaced the ones that actually fit cheap day out.

Places analyzed

46

Matches

24

Typical spend

$45

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

Teleo Coffee

Food & Drink

Teleo Coffee

Teleo Coffee is a good spot for a quick caffeine fix or a casual catch-up, ideal as a standalone outing or as a pre/post-activity stop. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
GIO Modern + Italian Restaurant

Food & Drink

GIO Modern + Italian Restaurant

This modern Italian spot is good for a casual meal or a relaxed date night. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-50 per person on classic Italian fare and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Honey Bee Tea

Food & Drink

Honey Bee Tea

Honey Bee Tea is a casual spot for a quick drink or snack, suitable for a solo stop or a small group. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Wolf Cafe

Food & Drink

The Wolf Cafe

The Wolf Cafe is a good spot for a casual meal with a funky vibe, offering organic fare, coffee, and drinks. It can be a standalone outing for 1.5 hours, costing around $15-$45 per person, especially if there's live music.

FoodLive musicCocktails
$15–$45 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Ruth's Chris Steak House

Food & Drink

Ruth's Chris Steak House

This upmarket steakhouse is suitable for a celebratory dinner or special occasion outing, typically lasting around 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $75-$200+ per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$75–$200 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Central Park Chesterfield

Outdoors

Central Park Chesterfield

Central Park Chesterfield is ideal for a multi-hour family outing or a relaxed solo walk, especially when good weather allows. It's generally free to enter, but the aquatic center might have a fee, making a typical spend range from $0 to $20 per person.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0–$20 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill

Food & Drink

Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill

Stoney River Steakhouse is a comfortable, slightly upscale option for dinner, suitable for date nights or family celebrations. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for a 1.5 hour meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
UKRAFT Brunch Cafe

Food & Drink

UKRAFT Brunch Cafe

UKRAFT is a solid spot for a casual weekend brunch, good for families or a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Bishop's Post

Food & Drink

Bishop's Post

Bishop's Post is suitable for a relaxed dinner or upscale brunch, often followed by drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and about $35-75 per person, especially if enjoying the patio.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
54th Street Scratch Grill & Bar

Food & Drink

54th Street Scratch Grill & Bar

This is a casual chain restaurant suitable for an easy meal with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for American food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Firefly Grill STL

Food & Drink

Firefly Grill STL

This restaurant is suitable for a casual dinner or a pleasant evening out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-60 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
St. Louis Carousel

Outdoors

St. Louis Carousel

The St. Louis Carousel is a fun, quick indoor activity for young children, offering a few rides on classic hand-carved animals. It's a low-cost stop, suitable for an hour or so, often paired with other activities at Faust Park.

OutdoorsAnimalsPlayful
$2–$5 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Black Salt

Food & Drink

Black Salt

Black Salt is a suitable choice for a relaxed lunch or dinner outing with family or friends. Expect to spend 1 to 1.5 hours and around $20-40 per person for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Billy G's Chesterfield

Food & Drink

Billy G's Chesterfield

Billy G's is suitable for a casual meal, a family outing, or a date night. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $20-45 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
French Crêperie

Food & Drink

French Crêperie

This crêperie is good for a casual breakfast, brunch, or dessert stop, often paired with nearby shopping. Expect a visit around an hour, with most meals costing $15-$30 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$15–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Spiro's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Spiro's Restaurant

Spiro's is a casual Mediterranean spot good for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$30 per person, making it suitable for a straightforward dinner or lunch.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House

Family

Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House

The Butterfly House is a good 1-2 hour activity for families or solo visitors, often costing under $10 per person. It pairs well with a visit to Faust Park and can be a peaceful break.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0–$10 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Chesterfield Antique Mall

Shopping

Chesterfield Antique Mall

This is a good spot for a relaxed solo adventure or a casual weekend outing, offering a diverse array of vintage and antique items for browsing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, with potential costs ranging from nothing for browsing to $50 or more if you find something to purchase.

ShoppingArtsRelaxed
$0–$50 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
The Corner Pub and Grill - Chesterfield

Nightlife

The Corner Pub and Grill - Chesterfield

This pub is good for a casual meal or drinks, especially to watch sports, and can be combined with other errands. Expect a visit of 1-2 hours with a moderate spend per person.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Heavy Anchor

Bevo

The Heavy Anchor

The Heavy Anchor is a casual spot for an evening drink, often featuring live music or comedy. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $20-50 per person on drinks and maybe some bar food.

CocktailsLive musicFood
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Amini's Galleria

Shopping

Amini's Galleria

Amini's Galleria is suitable for a weekend family outing or solo browsing for home furnishings. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, with costs ranging from free browsing to significant purchases.

ShoppingRelaxedUpscale
$0–$500 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
The District of St. Louis

Shopping

The District of St. Louis

The District offers a mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment, making it suitable for a half-day outing or an evening with friends or family. Expect to spend $25-75 per person depending on activities and food choices.

ShoppingFoodCocktails
$25–$75 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Harpo's Chesterfield

Food & Drink

Harpo's Chesterfield

Harpo's is a casual sports pub good for catching a game or a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-40 per person on typical American comfort food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Ethos MedSpa

Wellness

Ethos MedSpa

This is a place for personal wellness treatments, often a solo activity or a treat. Expect to spend 1-3 hours and $150-$500 for a service.

WellnessRelaxedUpscale
$150–$500 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 46 of the 46 analyzed Chesterfield places fit cheap day out.
  • 15% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 96% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Playful, Quiet, Quirky.

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