Ten things to check out on Cherokee Street

Ten things to check out on Cherokee Street

Historically, Cherokee Street has been best known as a place to troll for antiques and enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine. However, in the last few years, several new businesses and developments have popped up to breathe new life and excitement into this once forgotten area. Cherokee Street is undergoing a renaissance that is rapidly turning it into a hotbed of art and entertainment for St. Louis. Development of the Cherokee Street Alternative, a collection of independent businesses, organizations, cooperatives and individuals dedicated to creating and maintaining unique, original and authentic experiences, has spawned businesses and organizations that are decidedly hip and unconventional.—Ali Siegel and Meaghan Anselm, Metromix