Delux in St. Louis

Best Soul Food Gourmet Soul

1620 DELMAR AVE ST LOUIS MO 63103

Nothing beats great soul food and Gourmet Soul takes the cake or in this case, the Peach Cobbler! Gourmet Soul offers what it describes as Urban Soul Fusion Cuisine. Located in downtown St. Louis in a beautifully stored building, diners may have their fill of Gourmet Soul’s tasty offerings from Chef Lavinia McCoy’s kitchen. Reward yourself with their to live for Lamb Chops or Shrimp and Grits.

Best Shoe Store Hustl3 C1t4

3700 Forest Park Ave St. Louis MO 63103

A St. Louis streetwear boutique exclusive to St. Louis brands. Grounded in community and teamwork, Trimayne has created a brand centered on bringing St. Louis together. With a powerhouse team that includes A-GAME, Reggie Son, EmBleu, McTres, Tristen, and G this carefully crafted platform is delivering all your shoe needs, and much more.

BEST seafood BAIT

4239 Lindell st louis mo 63108

Bait is a new fine-casual seafood restaurant located in the Central West End. Our main concept is centered around creating a curated seafood experience with a multicultural twist in an intimate, upscale setting.

Best Brunch

THE MARQUEE RESTAURANT + LOUNGE

1911 locust st. louis mo 63103 best stl fried rice

The Marquee Restaurant + Lounge is a crowd favorite when it comes to having a blast with friends. Boasting a great menu with Lobster Rockefeller, Melanie’s Deluxe Cajun Pasta (our favorite), and other standard fare like wings in an assortment of flavors and you cannot go wrong. Add delicious cocktails and a turnt up house DJ then it is time to let the festivities begin! All of those elements would be reason enough to pop out to the Marquee on the weekend, but a wonderful atmosphere and professional and friendly staff is what makes it DELUX List 2023 material. For a great time that you know will last all night visit the Marquee!

LEFTY’S FRIED RICE

3000 S JEFFERSON AVE ST. LOUIS MO 63118

Lefty’s Fried Rice has a menu that reflects its particular brand of Americanized Chinese food, blended with a couple of classic American items like burgers and fries. Customers can go for the assortment of fried rices – plain, pork, ham, chicken, beef, shrimp, duck, special (chicken, beef, pork, shrimp) and seafood (shrimp, crab, lobster) – or one of the spot’s variations on lo mein or the St. Louis classic St. Paul sandwich. Love crab rangoons? Make sure to try Lefty’s take on a spicy crab rangoon, or the fancier lobster rangoon.

Soul Veganlicious

4993 Loughborough Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109

SoulVeganlicious! Has become a staple in the vegan and vegetarian community. A plant-based food eatery, 100% free of all animal products. Located at 4993 Loughborough Ave Saint Louis, MO. We put the Soul in Vegan and it’s Delicious! If you want to go vegan, I suggest you come here first, because I’m going to make all of your food taste the way you are used to tasting. Go vegan and connect at ccsveganspot.com

BEST signature drinks whiskey on washington

1321 Washington Ave, St. Louis MO 63103

Good people. Good whisky. Whisky on Washington is an intimate, elevated neighborhood whisky joint with a jukebox. We serve a selection of premium whisky, bourbon, and scotch in an unpretentious environment. The perfect third place for laid-back people with good taste. Located on 1321 Washington Avenue it serves as the perfect happy hour!

BESTinternational CUISINE LEVELS

1403 Washington Ave. St. Louis MO 63103 www.levelsstl.com

Levels is said to be the most sought-after Nigerian restaurant located in the heart of downtown St. Louis. Founder and owner Ono Ikanone are looking to launch in May. With a rich traditional Nigerian menu paired with an ambiance that will give lasting memories.

BEST barber experience KELOCC

1660 Pattern Dr. St. Louis, MO 63138

Master Barber Kelocc has been in the industry for over 20+ years and he has curated a sleek modern space to deliver the top cuts in St. Louis. FDU Cutz and styles were founded in 2016 and have catered to men and women who are looking for an elevated barbershop experience. FDU Cutz is dedicated to giving exceptional haircuts, shaves, spa services, and more from the hands of Master Barbers. Our mission is to help men Relax, Luxuriate, Look Great, and Feel Confident.

Best Local Boutique Dna

1311 Washington Ave, St. Louis, Mo 63103

Nathaniel Brown pushes his family-owned business that opened June 8th, 2012 in the heart of Downtown St. Louis on the infamous Washington Ave. Our mission is simple: to dictate, and curate a store and culture with the best, new up-and-coming brands, as well as the established brands in the upscale streetwear market. In doing so, we introduce our audience to the city of St. Louis. We believe in every brand we sell and feel that our designers are the most progressive, innovative, and influential minds in men’s fashion.

BEST COWORKING SPACE SPARK!

6 CARDINAL WAYSUITE 900 ST LOUIS 63102

St. Louis’ newest and most collaborative coworking space, features private offices and shared workspace for entrepreneurs, creators and innovators. Spark supports the growing St. Louis entrepreneurial ecosystem, placing community members within close proximity to hundreds of successful businesses, dining & entertainment options and cultural experiences within Ballpark Village and downtown St. Louis.

BEST podcast

Beautifully Complicated

A Podcast that speaks to the complexities of entrepreneurial women who are socially and civically engaged. This podcast has social commentary, selfcare tips, and business tips that speak to the wholly actualized woman. This unique platform is the brainchild of Sheena. BC has discussed and touched on many burning conversations within our community and abroad. Get involved with the Beautifully Complicated family today by way of the Beautifully Complicated app, join the Facebook family or www. sheenahunt.com/podcast/

BEST coffee spot

Northwest Coffee Roast

4251 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108 best black beauty supply Black beauty supply

An artisan coffee roaster serving the Saint Louis community. We embody the legacy of coffee by unifying communities, stimulating dialogue, and providing handroasted and brewed fullcity coffee. Owner and founder Jason Wilson pride Northwest Coffee on the quality of the bean and the community it brings together under one artsy, cozy, and loving roof. Get all those good vibes! Connect with NWC atnorthwestcoffee. com today!

5892 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112

Check out the 1st Blackowned beauty supply in the Delmar Loop and West End area. Come get everything you need online or in the store! St. Louis’ newest premier beauty supply store in the Delmar Loop. Get all your hair care products and fixes by visiting the store or connecting online at blkbeautysupply.com

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Slutty Vegan

1542 Ralph David Abernathy BLVD SW

Atlanta, GA 30310

Ever since, vegan company The Slutty Vegan expanded to a permanent location in Atlanta to alleviate the five-hour wait times that 500 customers endure during the winter at its food truck. The Slutty Vegan truck debuted in August with a menu comprised of provocatively named vegan burgers, including The Fussy Hussy, One Night Stand, and Ménage à Trois—all made with an Impossible Burger patty. “We know it’s bigger than just burgers and fries. We are connecting the culture to something new,” owner Pinky Coles told local news station 11Alive.

“For years, veganism has not been something that has been welcome in our community because we probably didn’t have the resources or the information. Most of the people who come out here are loyal supporters; they wait five hours in line to support us.”

Cole encourages meat-eaters to sample her burgers in an effort to spark positive conversation around vegan food in Atlanta. In addition to the permanent restaurant (which attracted 1,200 customers on opening day), Cole will continue to operate the food truck, where she has served celebrity guests such as musician Snoop Dogg and actor Tyler Perry.