"Novak's moved in early October 2004 to its new crib after spending months at a temporary space (5 S. Vandeventer) and years before that at the popular 4146 Manchester spot. Even before its new digs, Novak's was regularly voted one of the top lesbian bars in St. Louis, and it still remains a favorite with locals and out-of-towners as well. Need proof? Melissa Etheridge paid a visit. If you're looking for a good place to catch the Rams or Cards on the big screen accompanied by some beer and friendly conversation, then look no further than Novak's. This bar and grill features a menu of burgers and appetizers (takeout available), weekly karaoke nights and a regular lineup of live entertainment. If darts, pool, pinball, foosball or shaking your groove thang on the dance floor is your style, they're all options at Novak's. The bar dancers come out every Friday at 11PM and midnight. Owner Nancy Novak makes constant improvements to her place. The latest addition is a three-tiered patio with its own stage and bar. So, you don't know Novak's if you havent made a recent stop."

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Favorite Bar: Novak's Bar & Grill

"Open in its new location for about one year, the New Novak’s is an attractive, spacious bar that draws both men and women. Drag shows, karaoke, open mic nights and Texas hold ‘em tournaments are some of the special events offered by Novak’s in addition to food, pool tables and patio. On most weekend nights, a throng of dancing patrons can be seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the front of the building." -Written by Nancy Larson

Nancy Novak, who ran the popular Novak’s Bar and Grill for seven years, is the owner of the soon-to-be "New Novak’s" at 4121 Manchester. Meanwhile, visit Nancy and the rest of the gang at their temporary location at Novaks@Mags-Upstairs #5 South Vandeventer, upstairs.

Even as it moves between locations, Novak remains the favorite club of St. Louis lesbians! The “New Novaks" is set to open soon at 4121 Manchester, but for now Novak’s is up and running in its temporary location at Novaks@Mags-Upstairs #5 S. Vandeventer.

Riverfront Times
2004 Best Lesbian Bar

"When is a bar more than its building? When it's Novak's. Losing her original Manchester Road location didn't seem to faze the energetic Nancy Novak -- she just shifted business to the cozy upstairs bar at Magnolia's and started work on a new Novak's. Mag's upstairs bar is lean, smoky and stocked with an ample supply of whatever liquid you'd like to consume; the entertainment varies from an open-mic night (Tuesdays) to themed parties, all detailed on the bar's Web site, as is an amusing virtual tour of the new location, set for 4121 Manchester. The bartenders are friendly, and the cast of regulars live up to Novak's' self-styled "Cheers for queers" image. With the closing of the dance-oriented Attitudes, Novak's is virtually the only openly lesbian bar in town, but it's a worthy standard-bearer."

Published: Wednesday, September 29, 2004
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Riverfront Times
2003 Best Lesbian Bar

"Novak's Bar & Grill serves up cold beer, burgers and barmaids who double as dancers. Led by Becca, two nights a week the ladies shimmy, shake and hang from leather straps on the ceiling, and customers with a buck can steal a quick kiss. But it isn't just the barmaids who go out of their way to welcome the (mostly lesbian) clientele that ranges in age from early twenties to late fifties. Bouncer and door-greeter Micki gives newcomers a rundown of the night's events, which could include karaoke, dancing to tunes played by DJ Jane or a band on the outdoor patio. The place is an unpretentious beer-and-jeans joint, not the spot to order frou-frou drinks (and certainly not a Tom Collins). But true to the party-pic décor and softball trophy displays, Novak's is more than a bar; it is a celebration of life and love. The doors are open to heteros and men -- but the customer base is women who like women. So if you go, be prepared for an old-fashioned, ass-squeezing good time."

Published: Wednesday, September 24, 2003
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Riverfront Times
2001 Best Lesbian Bar

"This friendly neighborhood place features great half-pound burgers (served with fries and your choice of cheese for close to $7), good appetizers and a fun atmosphere. Although you'll probably see more women at Novak's, the bar and grill employs women and men, and both are welcome there. When you order food and drinks at the bar, watch the bartender attach a piece of paper with your order to a clip with a bell and slide it, by way of a suspended metal wire, over to the cook up front. Food is served from 4 p.m.-midnight. The walls of the five-year-old business are adorned with photos of patrons taken by owner Nancy Novak. Karaoke is featured Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The bar also has a game room with a jukebox and patio area. Novak's hosts washer leagues on Thursday and dart leagues on Tuesday."

Published: Wednesday, September 26, 2001
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