Description
Stanley Browne has opened a second location of his popular Webster Groves wine bar Robust in the Mercantile Exchange development on Washington Avenue downtown. The space looks different — airier, brighter — but the concept and menu are essentially the same. The wine list is divided into eight numbered categories by descriptive style (e.g., crisp, mellow, luscious), and each dish on the menu includes the numbers of suggested pairings. The menu features approachable bistro fare from chef Joseph Hemp V. The sea scallops with oven-dried tomatoes and country ham over Parmesan grits are a standout. Selections of cheese and charcuterie are also available for a light meal or snack.
