KIRKWOOD, Mo. — Kirkwood is one of the best places to live in the St. Louis area, and now it's being recognized nationally.
Home and decor website Apartment Therapy named Kirkwood one of the country's "Coolest Suburbs".
Kirkwood was one of 18 suburbs recognized on the list. The website said they based their selections on a few criteria.
They were looking for "stand-out cultural options like diverse dining options, awesome coffee shops, walkable areas, outdoor recreation, unique boutiques, family-friendly activities, a sense of community, and a lively arts scene. Overall, we were looking for suburbs in which it didn’t feel like you’d be making a ton of sacrifices by moving out of the city."
Their description highlight Kirkwood's city pride, history and vibrant downtown.
Their description also shouts out local spots like Spencer's Grill, Nathaniel Reid Bakery, The Custard Station and The Magic House.
To read why they think Kirkwood is one of the coolest suburbs in America, click here.
