Dressel's Public House (419 North Euclid Avenue; 314-361-1060)
Dressel's is a St. Louis institution. You don't have to head somewhere fancy to enjoy a roaring fireplace. Dressel's combines a Welsh pub with impressive food -- the fireplaces are just one reason to sidle up to the bar in these below-zero temps. You can still get the rarebit and chips, though, a perfect winter treat.