Menu Guide St Louis Oct 2020

DINING GUIDE ST. LOUIS

MUST-TRY SWEET TREATS BEER + BBQ: A ST. LOUIS TRADITION

DINE AROUND THE LOU From the Publishers of

Enjoy succulent burgers at Chris’ @ the Docket

magazine

2020-2021

Voted best Brunch and Farm to Table Restaurant in Southwest IL

Open for Lunch and Dinner

7 Days a Week Brunch Saturday and Sunday

10am-1pm Happy Hour Monday-Friday

106 N Main Street Edwardsville, IL 62025

6 1 8 - 3 0 7-4830 clevelandheath.com

2:30PM-5:30PM

219441-XX-3.indd 1

9/12/19 3:24 PM

See Where It Takes You

stlouisunionstation.com

Enjoy sweet treats at The St. Louis Union Station Soda Fountain, fly high on The St. Louis Wheel, and dive in at The St. Louis Aquarium when you stay at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

Check our website to learn about the steps we’re taking to keep guests safe.

CRAFT BEER

SCRATCH FOOD

Join us for lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, Late Night Happy Hour, & Sunday Brunch 11411 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, Missouri, 63141

314.432.3535 www.gcfb.com

Happy Hour M-F 2PM-6PM & 9PM to close • Sat Noon-5PM

Granite City.indd 1

9/25/20 12:03 PM

4715 2 0 730 STREET DEMUN 1637

SOUTH 18TH

LAFAYETTE

MACKLIND

AVENUE

MEADOWS

CIRCLE DR

AVENUE S O U T H L A K E

SQUARE CLAYTON

HAMPTON

ST LOUIS

314.858.6100 314.858.6100 314.819.9960 314-819-9960 Clementine.indd 1

9/25/20 11:21 AM

ST. LOUIS DINING GUIDE ST. LOUIS

Y O U R T R AV E L I N G C O M PA N I O N S I N C E 19 3 6 ®

PUBLISHER

Ethan Woods, 314.588.8313 ethan.woods@morris.com EDITOR

Jennifer McKee ART DIRECTOR

Kyisha Gandy ACCOUNT MANAGERS

Debbie Chervitz, 314.588.8313 debbie.chervitz@morris.com Sandra Stolberg, 314.588.8313 sandra.stolberg@morris.com REGIONAL MANAGER, HOSPITALITY RELATIONS, DISTRIBUTION & EVENTS

Amy Fenster Brown amy.fenster@morris.com

A PUBLICATION OF MCC MAGAZINES, LLC

a division of Morris Communications Company, LLC 735 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901

MCC MAGAZINES, LLC PRESIDENT Tina Battock

VICE PRESIDENT

Scott Ferguson

DIRECTOR — MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION Sherry Brown

ACCOUNTING MANAGER Veronica Brooks

CIRCULATION BUSINESS MANAGER Michelle Rowe

MORRIS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY, LLC CHAIRMAN

EDITOR’S NOTE

S

o many restaurants, so little time! St. Louis' dining scene rivals America's largest cities for its vibrant and diverse restaurants—our South Grand neighborhood alone, with its eateries from 14 different countries, is unofficially known as having "more ethnic cuisine than Epcot."

South Grand is St. Louis' most recent Green Dining District, of which we have three, including the nation's first, Maplewood (The Loop is the second). To be part of the Green Dining Alliance, at least 25 percent of a neighborhood's restaurants must follow environmentally-responsible practices. Many participating restaurants have achieved 5-star status.

While you're here, don't miss out on St. Louis' signature toasted ravioli. Head to The Hill, which celebrates the city's Italian-American heritage, to enjoy it in one of the many mom-and-pop restaurants. Another specialty, St. Louis-style thin-crust pizza, should also be experienced—it's made with with Provel cheese, a combination of Swiss, cheddar and provolone cheeses.

Follow your carb-loading with an over-the-top creation from one of St. Louis' great sweet shops—full details on p. 14. Bon appetit!

William S. Morris III

CEO

Hours of operation and prices subject to change without notice.

ON THE COVER: Chris' @ the Docket is known for its all-day breakfast, but also serves up delicious salads, wraps and a griddled burger you won't soon forget. And don't forget the drinks! The menu has eight different types of mimosas, along with a Bloody Mary and Irish coffee. ©Guinevere Lorenz 2 D IN IN G G U IDE | ST. LO U IS

JENNIFER MCKEE Editor, WhereTraveler ® St. Louis @where.louis

©KATHERINE BISH

Craig S. Mitchell

Cardinals Nation.indd 1

9/15/20 10:30 AM

ST. LOUIS DINING GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Back Cover

Guido's Pizzeria & Tapas.............................................. The Hill Area

11

Jazz St. Louis..................................... Grand Center/Midtown Area

37

Joanie's To Go............................................................................. Soulard

38

The Loop....................................................University City/The Loop

16

Mama's on the Hill.......................................................... The Hill Area

9

Maplewood Business District........................................ Maplewood

29

MAPS & RESTAURANT LISTINGS.......................................................

42

New Day Gluten Free Café.....................................................Clayton

32

Oliva on the Hill............................................................... The Hill Area

28

Pappy's Smokehouse..............................................................................

Grand Center/Midtown Area & St. Peters

22

39

St. Louis Juice Press..................................................South St. Louis

34

360 Rooftop Bar..................................................................Downtown

8

Sassafras...................................................................South Grand Area

28

America's Incredible Pizza Company................... South County

35

Schlafly Bankside.................................................................St. Charles

39

Anthonino's Taverna...................................................... The Hill Area

10

Schlafly Bottleworks......................................................... Maplewood

39

Bogart's Smokehouse.............................................................. Soulard

33

Schlafly Tap Room...............................................................Downtown

39

Brewhouse Historical Sports Bar...................................Downtown

40

The Soda Fountain at St. Louis Union Station ......Downtown Inside Back Cover

Broadway Oyster Bar.........................................................Downtown

8

Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar...............................Downtown

3

Casa Don Alfonso St. Louis ..................................................Clayton

5

Central West End...................................................Central West End

30

Charlie Gitto's................................... The Hill Area & West County

7

Chris' @ the Docket............................................................Downtown

36

Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery.........................................

Lafayette Square, Clayton, South St. Louis & Lake St. Louis

1

22

09

South Grand St. Louis.........................................South Grand Area

23

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard....................................South St. Louis

39

The Train Shed......................................................................Downtown

10

Truffles....................................................................................Mid-County

12

Wonton King ...........................................University City/The Loop

40

Cleveland-Heath................... .......................................................Illinois Inside Front Cover The Cup...................................................Central West End & Illinois

31

DiGregorio's Market....................................................... The Hill Area

17

Grace Meat + Three........................................................... Maplewood

38

Grand Center..................................... Grand Center/Midtown Area

13

10

40

Hours of operation and prices subject to change without notice.

4 D IN IN G G U IDE | ST. LO U IS

CLOCKW ISE AT TOP: COU RTESY MAMA'S ON TH E HILL; © SW LOU IS; ©SCHLAFLY. i MAGE S AT BOTTOM RIGHT: ©D. LANCASTER

Granite City Food & Brewery..................................... West County

ST. LOUIS DINING SCENE

CHARLIE GITTO’S For more than 38 years, Charlie Gitto’s On the Hill has been a landmark for fine Italian dining in The Hill neighborhood of St. Louis. Opened by Charlie Gitto Jr. in 1981, the restaurant still operates today at its original location. Awarded “Top Italian Restaurant in St. Louis”, “Best Italian in Missouri “ by Missouri Life, and has been featured on The Travel Channel.

5226 Shaw Avenue 314.772.8898 CharlieGittos.com 6 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS

Charlie Gittos_Faces.indd 1

9/18/20 9:00 AM

THE HILL AREA / ITALIAN ITALIAN

THE HILL

LOBSTER RAVIOLI Lobster filled homemade ravioli in a lobster herb cream sauce.

Entrees CHICKEN SPIEDINI Marinated chicken lightly coated with seasoned breadcrumbs skewered, charbroiled and finished with Amogio.

FILET OF BEEF TENDERLOIN SICILIANO 8 oz filet of beef tenderloin char-grilled, rolled in Italian breadcrumbs, topped with CG cheeses, lemon butter and roasted mushrooms.

NY STRIP 14 oz New York strip accompanied by your choosing of an herb butter sauce, Nunzio or Siciliano style.

VEAL PARMIGIANO

CHARLIE GITTO’S ON THE HILL

Thinly pounded veal breaded, sautéed, then baked with tomato sauce, Parmesan and CG cheeses.

VEAL OR CHICKEN NUNZIO WITH CRABMEAT Dusted with breadcrumbs, sautéed and finished with jumbo lump crabmeat, CG cheeses, and white wine lemon butter sauce.

VEAL OR CHICKEN MARSALA

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

Pasta

Appetizers

PENNE BORGHESE

Sautéed in a sweet Marsala wine sauce with fresh roasted mushrooms.

TOASTED RAVIOLI

Penne pasta prepared in a pink Cognac sauce with onions, fresh parsley, and diced prosciutto.

* Menu items and pricing subject to change

“The Original” handmade meat-filled ravioli, in our famous Pomodoro sauce.

CHARLIE GITTO’S SIGNATURE SHRIMP Extra Large shrimp roasted in garlic butter and seasoned breadcrumbs.

FRITTO MISTO Flash fried calamari, green beans, banana peppers and onions, served with a Citrus Chipotle mayo.

EGGPLANT NAPOLEON Layers of breaded eggplant filled with signature cheeses, roasted red peppers, pesto, Pomodoro and asiago cream.

HOMEMADE SIX LAYER LASAGNA Meat filled lasagna baked with tomato and cream sauce.

SEAFOOD PASTA SUZANNE Tagilatelle in a spicy three pepper cream, with little neck clams, scallops, shrimp, and langostinos.

CHICKEN RIGATONI Chicken spiedini tossed with fresh spinach and tomatoes in a roasted sweet pepper and asiago cream with rigatoni.

GNOCCHI BOLOGNESE

Pizza

Homemade gnocchi in a Bolognese cream sauce.

SICILIANO

*vegetarian and gluten free options are available

Italian sausage, pepperoni, mushroom and onion.

Seafood

MARGHERITA

SALMON

Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA Chopped chicken covered in barbeque sauce with CG cheeses, red onion, bacon and topped with green onion.

Farm raised salmon finished with carmelized onions and a balsamic demi-glaze.

SEAFOOD RISOTTO Shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, langostinos, three-pepper cream sauce.

ON THE HILL 5226 Shaw Ave. • 314-772-8898 www.charliegittos.com DIN IN G G UI DE DE || ST. ST. LOUI LOUI S S 9 7 MEN U GUI

DOWNTOWN

AMERICAN

DOWNTOWN

SEAFOOD-CAJUN-CREOLE

THREE SIXTY ROOFTOP BAR

BROADWAY OYSTER BAR

Soaring Soaringnearly nearly 400 400feet feetabove above downtown downtownSt. St.Louis, Louis, Three ThreeSixty Sixtyisisthe the ultimate ultimaterooftop rooftop bar barand andrestaurant. restaurant.

Three ThreeSixty Sixtyoffers offers an anunparalleled unparalleledfood food and andbeverage beveragemenu, menu, with withseasonallyseasonallyinspired inspiredinfusion infusion cocktails, cocktails,an an extensive extensiveselection selectionof ofwine, wine,including includingmore morethan than50 50varieties varieties available availableby bythe thebottle bottleand andglass, glass,and andseasonal seasonaland andlocal localbeers. beers.

The Broadway Oyster Bar will transport you to the French Quarter with its’ award winning Cajun, Creole and Seafood, live music nightly and an atmosphere that has been called “One of St. Louis’ most beloved party palaces for over 30 years.”

MENU MENU HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

360 360SMASH SMASHBURGER BURGER Double Doublepatty, patty,Marcoot Marcootages ages Cheddar, Cheddar,dill dillpickled pickledcauliflower cauliflower and andonion, onion,fancy fancysauce sauceand andEnglish English muffin muffinserved servedwith withours oursfries. fries.

HOUSE HOUSEKIT KITKAT KATBARS BARS Layers Layersof ofmilk milkchocolate, chocolate,hazelnut hazelnut &&crushed crushedpraline praline

MOJO MOJOPORK PORKTACOS TACOS bitter bitterorange orangemarinated marinatedpork, pork, grilled grilledpineapple pineapplesalsa, salsa,queso quesofresfresco, co,habanero habaneromayo, mayo,chicharones chicharones

PIG PIG&&GOAT GOATPIZZA PIZZA speck, speck,roasted roastedcippolini cippolinionion, onion, goat goatcheese, cheese,balsamic, balsamic,tomato tomato sauce sauce

SHRIMP SHRIMPSKEWERS SKEWERS honey honeyaioli, aioli,orange, orange,slaw, slaw,Marcona Marcona almonds almonds Hours Hoursof ofOperation: Operation: Monday-Sunday: Monday-Sunday:4pm-10pm, 4pm-10pm, kitchen kitchencloses closes10pm 10pm Sunday: Sunday:4pm-10pm 4pm-10pmkitchen kitchencloses closes at at9pm 9pm “One “Oneof ofthe theTop TopRooftop RooftopBars Barsin in the theWorld!”

World!”––Premier PremierTraveler Traveler

NAKED GATOR TACOS Fresh marinated alligator tail meat lightly fried without breading.

Dressed with cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, and chipotle sour cream.

SHRIMP & GRITS White cheddar, andouille & onion grit cake, topped with sautéed shrimp & smothered in a savory Creole cream sauce.

LOBSTER AND WILD MUSHROOM PASTA Wild mushrooms and lobster tail meat sautéed in butter and white wine. Seasoned with fresh garlic, crushed red pepper and finished with fresh shaved Parmesan cheese.

CRAWFISH MAC AND CHEESE Three cheese macaroni and cheese with rotel tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon and sautéed crawfish tails.

ALLIGATOR SAUSAGE AND SHRIMP CHEESECAKE A savory mix of alligator sausage, shrimp and a blend of cheeses

CHAR-GRILLED OYSTERS Freshly shucked oysters grilled with garlic butter, creole spices and grated Parmesan.

OYSTERS NOLA Char-grilled oysters with shrimp, spinach and bacon cream sauce.

BLACKENED AHI TUNA SALAD Fresh greens, red onions, black bean corn salsa, fresh avocado, salsa verde, fried tortilla strips and lightly blackened rare ahi tuna.

SHRIMP VOODOO TACOS Flash fried shrimp tossed in our famous Voodoo sauce and topped with shredded white cheese and spicy house made slaw. Served with Jambalaya and pico de gallo.

We are famous for our fresh fish specials which change daily

CRAWFISH ENCHILADAS Crawfish stuffed tortillas bathed in a spicy cheese sauce and topped with chipotle sour cream.

LOBSTER POBOY 11S. S.Broadway Broadway••St. St.Louis Louis Visit VisitThree ThreeSixty Sixtyat at360-stl.com 360-stl.comor orcall call 314.641.8842 314.641.8842for formore moreinformation information

Flash fried lobster tail meat tossed in our Sriracha Voodoo Sauce.

8 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS Lodging LodgingHospitality_360.indd Hospitality_360.indd 11

9/18/20 9/18/20 9:09 9:09AM AM

www.broadwayoysterbar.com 314-621-8811 • 736 S. Broadway

THE HILL

ITALIAN

of cheese, and Mama’s marinara sauce. Baked in the oven and served to your table piping hot.

RABBIT BOLOGNESE Roasted rabbit, fettuccine, parmesan cheese and spinach prepared in a veal tomato broth.

Created by Chef Irvine of Restaurant Impossible

Entrées POLLO SPEDINI (SIGNATURE DISH) A signature dish! A tender boneless breast of chicken breaded and stuffed with proscuitto, mushrooms, diced roma tomatoes, green onion, and provel cheese. Rolled then pan roasted and served with a white wine lemon butter sauce.

VITELLO MARSALA

MAMA’S ON THE HILL Mamas voted #1 of 50 Restaurants to dine at in US 2017, As Seen on “Man vs. Food • Food Paradise • State Plate

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

A sweet marsala wine sauce compliments the sautéed slices of veal, fresh shallots, and mushrooms

BISTECCA DI KIETO A twelve ounce choice sirloin strip steak charbroiled to your liking add this under Gamberoni Scamp.

GAMBERONI SCAMPI Seven large shrimp sauteed with fresh spinach, mushrooms, and cavatelli topped with a flavorful lemon butter sauce.

Appetizers ANTIPASTO PLATTER Slices of Italian meats from “The Hill”, a variety of cheeses, artichoke hearts, olives, roasted peppers, and fresh sliced tomatoes. Served with Mama’s specially seasoned dipping sauce.

BRUSCHETTA Toasted slices of “Hill” Italian bread topped with diced roma tomatoes and garlic. Sprinkled with asiago cheese.

STUFFED FRENCH LOAF Entire Loaf of French bread filled with our spinach artichoke mix, topped with provel cheese, pepper jack cheese, Roma tomatoes, and green onions. Baked in our pizza oven to perfection.

Served with house marinara for dipping.

THE “ORIGINAL” TOASTED RAVIOLIS The Original!” Handmade meat filled ravioli, lightly breaded then deep fried to a golden brown.

Served with Mama’s marinara sauce.

Pasta SEAFOOD LINGUINE Sea scallops and large shrimp sautéed to perfection and served over a bed or linguine with Mama’s lobster and crab cream sauce. One of our most popular dishes!

“THE HILL” OF SPAGHETTI Freshly cooked imported spaghetti topped with Mama’s own marinara sauce. Served with grated parmesan cheese. Add 2 meatballs or Salsiccia.

BAKED LASAGNA Countless layers of lasagna noodles, “Hill” Italian sausage, seasoned ground beef, four varieties

Patio Dining Banquets & Catering 2132 Edwards • On The Hill 314-776-3100 www.mamasonthehill.com DIN IN G G GUI UI DE | ST. LOUI S 9

10:36 AM

119772-AD-166.indd E~STLMG_191000_Page 13 Layouts.indd 9

9/29/17 9/24/19 10:57:59 8:59 AM AM

DOWNTOWN

TRAIN SHED The Train Shed is a unique gathering place filled with contemporary cuisine and creative cocktails in one of St. Louis’ most iconic locales.

From our rotating taps to our entrées and apps, we have something for everyone — especially those with a taste for adventure.

AMERICAN

THE HILL

ITALIAN/GREEK

ANTHONINO’S TAVERNA “ON THE HILL” Featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives.

Voted Best Pizza on “The Hill”. Number One Toasted Ravioli in Local Reader’s Polls. Contact us to plan your next on-site event. Visit our website for delivery or to shop in our marketplace.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS STUFFED SPUDS Bacon, Cheddar, Green Onion, Alabama White Sauce

CABOOSE SALAD Mixed Greens, Radish, Cherry Tomato, Cotija, Cucumber, Red Wine Vinaigrette

TRIO PIZZA Aged Mozzarella, Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Bacon

NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH Coleslaw, Pickle, Garlic Aioli

NEW YORK STRIP Au Gratin, Asparagus, Carrot, Demi Butter

Hours of Operation: Daily 11am– 9pm

MENU HIGHLIGHTS Appetizer TOASTED RAVIOLI (pictured) 6) handmade in house, filled with ground beef, ricotta & pecorino romano cheese with marinara

Pizza THE SICILIAN marinara with Volpi cappocolla, Volpi pepperoni, roasted red peppers and red onion

Sandwiches & Burgers AMERICANO BURGER (pictured) american cheese, pickles, onions, lettuce and thousand island

Pasta’s & Entrees CARBONARA (pictured) volpi pancetta, romano, fresh egg yolk

BEEF BRACIOLE Thinly sliced Flank Steak filled with volpi prosciutto, aged provolone and spinach.

CHICKEN PARMESAN chicken parmigiana served on top of our house marinara, herbed ricotta, and topped with arugula

reservations recommended 314-773-4455

201 S 18th St • St. Louis, MO 63103 trainshed-stl.com

2225 Macklind Ave. • St. Louis, MO 63110 anthoninos.com • Mon-Sat 11am - 10pm, Sun - events only

1 0 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS Lodging Hospitality_Train Shed.indd 1

9/18/20 Anthoninos.indd 9:47 AM 1

9/25/20 8:41 AM

THE HILL

ITALIAN/SPANISH THE HILL AREA ITALIAN / SPANISH

Paella Valenciana

Homemade sangria is our specialty.

GUIDO’S PIZZERIA AND TAPAS

A proud resident of “The Hill” neighborhood, Guido’s Pizzeria and Tapas is a family-owned and operated restaurant offering an eclectic combination of traditional Italian and Spanish cuisines.

ITALIAN MENU HIGHLIGHTS

SPANISH MENU HIGHLIGHTS

TOASTED RAVIOLI

PAELLA VALENCIANA

Served with meat sauce, a Hill tradition

Saffron rice with vegetables, chicken, and fresh seafood

TORTELLINI Beef- and pork-filled pasta in cream sauce with peas and prosciutto

PIZZA All of our pizzas are made with St. Louis style crust and baked in old-fashioned stone deck ovens

FILET MODEGA 8oz filet mignon rolled in bread crumbs and topped with Provel cheese and mushroom picatta sauce

QUESO DE CABRA Baked goat cheese with tomato, onions, & green peppers served with fresh basil & crostini

GAMBAS AL AJILLO Shirmp sauteed in olive oil, garlic & cayenne pepper

CORDERO LOLLIPOPS Charbroiled lamb lollipops served with Cabrales mashed potatoes

Guido's Pizzeria and Tapas also offers on-site and off-site catering as well as corporate box lunches and other catered events.

Open 7 days a week

“A Taste of Spain in the middle of Italy”

Catering & Banquet Facilities Available

5046 Shaw Ave • 314-771-4900 • www.guidosstl.com Instagram: @guidos.stl MENU GUIDE | ST. LOUIS 11 DIN IN G G UI DE | ST. LOUI S 1 1

Guidos.indd 1

10/1/20 11:22 AM

Truffles.indd 1

10/1/20 12:17 PM

In Grand Center Arts District, delicious experiences await your taste buds.

Discover the tastes and flavors of the area for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. From quaint and cozy to vibrant and exciting, you will find your place – and cure your cravings – right here.

17

RESTAURANTS

14

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

10

LIVE MUSIC VENUES

Angad Arts Hotel • Bulrush • Curtain Call Lounge • Dark Room at the Grandel Fieldhouse Pub & Grill • Gary’s Fine Dining • Grand Tavern • High Low Sophie’s Artist Lounge and Cocktail Club • Stage Left Grille • Sunrise Chinese Sweetie Pie’s Upper Crust • The Best Steak House • Triumph Grill • Turn Urban Chestnut Brewing Company • Vito’s Pizzeria

Discover what’s happening today at grandcenter.org

ST. LOUIS DINING SWEETS

Sweets for Your Sweet St. Louisans can’t get enough of cupcakes, waffles and ice cream treats. From award-winning creations to local institutions, these are some of our favorites. JENNIFER MCKEE

LEFT: BOARDWALK WAFFLES & ICE CREAM; RIGHT: THE CUP

Bravo for Baked Goods A tempting bakeshop with locations in the Central West End (314.367.6111) and Edwardsville (618.656.2287), The Cup is informed by the travels of owner and founder Ericka Frank. The menu is full of sweet treats: classic cupcakes, limited-edition flavors, seasonal specials, even gluten-free and vegan offerings (none of them less dreamy). Dogs can enjoy biscuits or pupcakes. Be sure to stay abreast of its cupcake calendar.

Winners of the sixth season of the Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars,” The Sweet Divine (314.669.9339) is a labor of love for owners Jenna and Jason Siebert. Baking is literally in their blood: Jenna grew up making TED DREWES FROZEN CUSTARD

1 4 D IN IN G G U I D E | ST. LO U IS

cakes with her mother, and Jason’s grandfather Art was a baker for more than 40 years. Witness— then bite into—their tempting creations at the Soulard shop.

An artsy bakeshop, SweetArt (314.771.4278) is the brainchild of another husband/wife team, Cbabi and Reine Bayoc. Cbabi is responsible for the art; Reine the traditional, gluten-free and vegan treats that range from cakes and cinnamon rolls to brownies and cupcakes. Count Beyonce among her fans: During the superstar’s Formation Tour, her staff contacted SweetArt for hundreds of cupcakes.

Frozen Sensations An institution in St. Louis,

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: COURTESY BOARDWALK WAFFLES & ICE CREAM; ©THE CUP; ©EXPLORE ST. LOUIS

W H E R E T R AV E L E R . C O M

SWEETS

WHERETRAVELER.COM

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard (314.481.2652) is known for its thick concretes topped with fresh fruit, fudge, nuts and whipped cream.

The original location on Chippewa is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Find out why it’s so beloved—but get in line early!

A truly handcrafted experience, Clementine’s Naughty And Nice Creamery (314.858.6100) uses only the purest of creams and ingredients from St. Louis’ own breweries, bakeries, distilleries and restaurants, churned by hand in small batches.

Taste the original speculoos cookie in “nice” flavor Italian Butter Cookie, or go “naughty” with alcohol-infused flavors such as Manhattan, Tequila Chocolate Mole or Fireball.

TOP: ©CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY AND NICE CREAMERY; BOTTOM: ©UNION STATION SODA FOUNTAIN

Soda Fountains Sweet tooths will adore the overthe-top creations at the St. Louis Union Station Soda Fountain (314.923.3939), where all items are handcrafted the old-fashioned way. For decadence in its tallest form, order a Freak Shake, served up in a 22-ounce glass with a vanilla- or chocolate-frosted rim, topped with candy, cookies, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls—it’ll reach beyond what you’ve ever believed can be placed atop a milkshake.

Delicious and unique ice cream concoctions are built inside the Fountain on Locust (314.535.7800), an artsy and historic space that was once home to The Supreme Car Company, which sold the iconic Stutz Blackhawk and Bearcat. In ice cream form, the Bearcat is hot fudge over vanilla ice cream and hot caramel sauce over butter pecan on a bed of fresh bananas with homemade whipped cream. Another don’tmiss: the ice cream martinis.

Marvelous Mash-up St. Louis’ newest delights purveyor, Boardwalk Waffles & Ice Cream (314.449.1209), is now open in The Grove. Hot, Belgian-style waffles are made to order, then loaded up with ice cream and toppings and presented ice cream sandwich-style. Oh, the goodness as the ice cream melts into the waffle—if it’s around that long.

TOP: CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY AND NICE CREAMERY; BOTTOM: ST. LOUIS UNION STATION SODA FOUNTAIN

DIN IN G G UI DE | ST. LOUI S 1 5

The Delmar Loop is a Green Dining District

“One of the 10 Great Streets in America” — American Planning Association

With so many restaurants to choose from, it is easy to see why The Delmar Loop is one of St. Louis’ top dining destinations.

AMERICAN Blueberry Hill * Chicken Out Eclipse Restaurant-Moonrise Hotel * Fitz’s * Just Chicken Moonrise Hotel Rooftop Bar * Peacock Diner * Pin-Up Bowl * Prime 55 Restaurant and Lounge Three Kings Public House * T-N-T Weiner Twilight Room-Moonrise Hotel * BARBECUE Bob.Q Salt + Smoke *

BURGERS Blueberry Hill * Fitz’s * Peacock Diner * Pin-Up Bowl * Three Kings Public House * BREAKFAST/BRUNCH Eclipse Restaurant-Moonrise Hotel * Meshuggah Café * Peacock Diner * U. City Grill CHINESE Corner 17 Kung Fu Tea Perfect Taste Tasti-Tea Vegas Wok Yan-Wu House

COFFEE/DESSERTS The Baked Bear Ben & Jerry’s Blueprint Coffee Froyo Insomnia Cookies Meshuggah Café * St. Louis Bubble Tea Snow Factory Starbucks Coffee Company Sugar Momma’s Traditional Treats DELI Al-Tarboush Deli Jimmy John’s Loop Subway Which Wich FAMILY-FRIENDLY/GAMES Blueberry Hill * Fitz’s * Peacock Diner * Pin-Up Bowl *

GREEK Gyro Grill Gyro House Original GROCERIES/PRODUCE CVS Pharmacy U. City Farmers Market United Provisions HAWAIIAN Poke Doke INDIAN Gokul Indian Restaurant Taste Of India Turmeric JAPANESE Blue Ocean Sushi Nudo House

VisitTheLoop.com

KOREAN Bob.Q Seoul Taco U. City Grill LEBANESE Al-Tarboush Deli MEXICAN El Maguey Mission Taco Joint * Seoul Taco MEDITERRANEAN American Falafel MIDDLE EASTERN Al-Tarboush Deli Ranoush PIZZA Pi Pizzeria Pin-Up Bowl *

SEAFOOD Krab Kingz SYRIAN Ranoush THAI Fork & Stix Thai Country Café Thai Gai Yang Café VIETNAMESE The Banh Mi Shop

GREEN DINING DISTRICT

* Green Dining Alliance Certified Member

128991-XX-25.indd 1

9/30/19 1:23 PM

ST. LOUIS DINING BBQ W H E R E T R AV E L E R . C O M

PAPPY’S’ TURKEY SANDWICH

BBQ

WHERETRAVELER.COM

The Best Barbecue in St. Louis

ABOVE: ©SW LOUIS. AT RIGHT AND OPPOSITE: ©AMY SCHROMM PHOTOGRAPHY

St. Louis is one of the world’s top destinations for barbecue. And indeed, pit masters here have been serving up juicy, smoked meats for decades. Although the city is closely identified with pork ribs, eateries here make just as succulent smoked turkey, chicken, beef brisket and sausages. Join us on a tour of our favorites. Most restaurants serve until they run out for the day—so get there early. JENNIFER MCKEE

PAPPY’S’ RIBS WITH FRIED CORN ON THE COB AND SWEET POTATO FRIES

Pappy’s Smokehouse (314.535.4340) in Midtown (and coming soon to St. Peters, 636.244.5400) was born out of the love of the barbecue pit. Cofounders John Matthews and Mike Emerson brought their knowledge from the barbecue competition circuit and passion for great ‘cue to this go-to eatery also known for its stellar service. Meats are slow-smoked for up to 24 hours over sweet apple or cherry wood and served undressed, so guests can add their own sauce choice. Food Network named Pappy’s’ ribs the “Best Ribs in America.” Also of note are its pulled pork, brisket, turkey and burnt ends.

A sister property to Pappy’s, Bogart’s Smokehouse (314.621.3107)

in Soulard wins over guests with its elevated approach to smoked tri-tip sirloin, pastrami and apricot-bruleed ribs. Sides get special attention here as well: among the choices are Pit-Baked Beans, Sweet & Sour Slaw and Fire and Ice Pickles.

Apple butter-glazed ribs, cranberryglazed smoked chicken and smoked salami make mouths water at Adam’s Smokehouse (314.875.9890). Its founders worked together at Pappy’s for years before opening Adam’s, named for a friend and colleague who passed away, in The Hill. Sample a variety of meats on the restaurant’s carry-out and family packs, which make it easy to grab your meal and go.

BOGART’S’ PIT-BAKED BEANS

DIN IN G GUI DE | ST. LOUI S 1 9

KET (TOP RIGHT) AND DEVILED EGGS (BOTTOM RIGHT) AT SALT+SMOKE. WHETHER OR NOT YOU’RE VEGETARIAN, THE SMOKED PORTBELLO SANDWICH (BOTTOM LEFT), AND PORK BELLY HUSH PUPPIES (MIDDLE LEFT) PLEASE AT SUGARFIRE. 2 0 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: ©ADAM’S SMOKEHOUSE; ©SPENCER PERNIKOFF (2); ©KATHERINE BISH (2)

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: A SPREAD AT ADAM’S SMOKEHOUSE. DIVE INTO BRIS-

BBQ Known for its baby back ribs, brisket and specialty sandwiches, downtown goto Sugarfire Smoke House (314.394.1720) has been lauded by the Travel Channel and made appearances on “Pitmasters,” “Beat Bobby Flay” and “Burgers, Brew and Que.” Chef Mike Johnson cooked under Emeril Lagasse and Charlie Trotter before striking out on his own. Sugarfire’s shakes and sweets are just as tempting as its meats—you can combine them both in a pie shake.

WHERETRAVELER.COM

A no-frills spot in Florissant, St. Louis Q (314.382.0709) sees a cadre of return customers for perfectly seasoned and smoked meats that include riblets, rib tips, crispy snoot, turkey legs, pig ears, catfish and more.

Many of these selections are not found in other St. Louis-area barbecue spots.

Among the quality meats found at Doc’s Smokehouse (618.656.6060) are USDA prime brisket and Duroc pork. The Edwardsville, Illinois establishment’s most popular choices are its burnt

ends, St. Louis spare ribs, a Smokehouse burger and 32oz, thick-cut pork steak.

Barbecue and Mexican meet at Spare No Rib (314.354.8444) in Benton Park, where the menu is of full of sopes, tacos and rib & taco combos. Its beer menu is just as long as its food menu, with plenty of local, nationally known and Mexican-style selections.

Honey Pit Smokehouse (314.698.2121) uses stateof-the-art water smokers to infuse its meats with

moisture, the method used by eight-time World BBQ champion Myron Mixon. The Kirkwood eatery uses a mix of pecan, oak and hickory to create a unique flavor.

Cahokia, Illinois’ Sawmill BBQ (618.332.3000) gets raves for its barbecue nachos, corn nuggets, potato salad and sandwiches such as the Pig Daddy, with pulled pork, bacon and a hot link.

The meat love continues with smoked turkey breast, baby back ribs and a 20-oz. pork steak.

©AMY SCHROMM PHOTOGRAPHY

Salt+Smoke gets high marks when it comes to both barbecue and sustainability—its restaurants are members of the Green Dining Alliance and can be found in the Central West End, the Delmar Loop, Hampton Avenue and St. Charles, with a Ballpark Village location to open soon (314.727.0200). Barbecue pork, grass-fed beef, pastured Amish chicken and vegetarian falafel burgers are but of few of its delights.

Eat barbecue, then take meat to go and try your hand at home at The Grove’s Beast Butcher & Block (314.944.6003). Pit masters and owners David and Meggan Sandusky’s succulent selections include Double R brisket, Hotwurst, smoked cauliflower and, for the hearty eater, a 30-oz. pork steak. Choices in the butchery include everything from fresh beef, pork, poultry and sausages to charcuterie, deli and dairy products. Its sister location, Beast Craft BBQ (618.257.9000), is across the river in West Belleville, Illinois.

BOGART’S’ BURNT ENDS SANDWICH

DIN IN G G UI DE | ST. LOUI S 2 1

SMOKED

FRESH DAILY

Sauce on the Side 'cause we have nothin' to hide!

HOURS & MENUS: www.pappyssmokehouse.com MIDTOWN 314.535.4340

3106 Olive Street St. Louis, MO 63103

ST. PETERS 636.244.5400

5246 North Service Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376

South Grand

has something for everyone Wonderful restaurants serving food from 15 nations. Sustainably-focused Green Dining Alliance certified restaurants in St. Louis City’s first Green Dining District. Cool cafés and bars.

Shops and services unique to the region. Come and experience South Grand for yourself.

A F L AV O R A L L I T S O W N SOUTHGRAND.ORG A PROUD MEMBER OF THE GREEN DINING ALLIANCE

ST. LOUIS DINING BEER W H E R E T R AV E L E R . C O M

BUDWEISER AT ANHEUSER-BUSCH

BEER

WHERETRAVELER.COM

Beer Lovers, Unite!

Beer and St. Louis are synonymous. The city is home to one of the world’s best known and loved brands, Anheuser-Busch, but also to local favorites such as Schlafly, Urban Chestnut and other craft breweries that are pushing the envelope.

Explore with us as we delve deeper into St. Louis’ rich craft-beer scene. You won’t be disappointed.

As previously mentioned, no round-up of St. Louis beer would be complete without Anheuser-Busch. Founded in 1852, the brand’s largest and oldest brewery stands proudly in Soulard.

Also on site at the 142-acre facility is the Anheuser-Busch Biergarten (314.557.2626), which offers 15 beers on tap, beer flights and Bavarian-style food choices.

Schlafly‘s downtown taproom (314.241.2337), was the city’s first brewpub to open since Prohibition, and has been in operation since 1991.

Its Ibex Cellar beers, which include a saison, stouts and a Sour Oak Ale, are produced exclusively at this location, which puts out a select 2,000 barrels each year.

In 2003, Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood (314.241.2337) opened as a distribution and production facility, making more than 60 styles and shipping them throughout a 14-state region. Among creative choices on tap are the Keller Pils, Maibock and Raspberry Hefeweizen.

COURTESY BIG MUDDY BREWING. OPPOSITE: ©DENISMART/SHUTTERSTOCK;

Schlafly Bankside (314.241.2337) stood for 25 years as Trailhead Brewing Company in St. Charles, in the middle of a National Historic District. It was here, on the bank of the Missouri River that Lewis and Clark began their famed expedition. The building is rich in history itself, serving as a grist mill in 1769, a woolen mill in 1851 and a cannery business in 1922. The Bankside Lager and Kentucky Mule Ale are exclusive to the location.

BIG MUDDY BREWING

Urban Chestnut Brewing Company calls its philosophy “Beer Divergency,” which merges the approaches of the Old World with the New World. Thus, American craft beers meet the traditions of classic European brewing and small batches of Bavarian brewed and DIN IN G GUI DE | ST. LOUI S 2 5

BEER

WHERETRAVELER.COM

imported beers. One of Urban Chestnut’s newest is a brew it produced for the St. Louis Zoo, the STL Zoo Bier; for every case sold, $3 is donated to the zoo’s conservation work. Locations include the Bierhall in The Grove and the Midtown Biergarten. (314.222.0143)

Not only is 4 Hands Brewing Company (314.436.1559) dedicated to crafting top-notch beer, it also supports St. Louis-area and regional nonprofits in the process. With its City Wide (American pale ale) and City Wide Pils (American pilsner), 4 Hands donates $1 per case sold to local charities.

Perennial Artisan Ales (314.631.7300) brews with the adventurous craftbeer drinker in mind, with a focus on small batches made from local and organic ingredients whenever possible.

Unforgettable selections at its South Carondelet tasting room include 17, an Imperial stout with cacao nibs and mint leaves; Apparent Destination, a saison with aged hops, Missouri wildflower honey, black peppercorn and plums; and Funky Wit Raspberry Rhubarb.

Ferguson Brewing Company‘s (314.254.7359) 20-barrel system produces eight year-round selections and rotating seasonal beers. Drafts include fruit beers such as the Mixed Melon Blonde II, Blackberry Helles and Peach Wheat; malty selections such as the St. Louis Pale Ale and an Irish Red, in which six different malts are used, and an oatmeal and Imperial stout.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: SQUARE ONE BREWERY’S BEERS; PERENNIAL ARTISAN ALES’ TASTING ROOM; ANHEUSER-BUSCH BIERGARTEN; URBAN CHESTNUT’S ZOO BIER

2 6 D IN IN G G U I D E | ST. LO U IS

Some make drinking beer their second job. Hence, 2nd Shift Brewing Company‘s (314.669.9013) moniker.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: ©KENNY FRANKLIN; COURTESY PERENNIAL ARTISAN ALES; ©D. LANCASTER; ©URBAN CHESTNUT BREWING COMPANY

When Square One Brewery (314.231.2537) came on the scene in 2006, it did so with the objective of producing the highest quality, unique flavors. With selections such as Strawberry Wheat, Margarita Weiss, Maple Stout and Oh Hawaii—which includes caramelized pineapple—Square One lives up to that goal. The brewery resides in a restored building in Lafayette Square that’s on the National Register of Historic Places.

BEER

WHERETRAVELER.COM

The staff here is serious about craft beer, and we’re grateful. Head to The Hill to find 20 different choices on tap, such as Hibiscus Wit, Key Lime Brewligans and Cat Spit Stout. Inquire about specialty beers—2nd Shift produces many—and be sure to ask for the story behind the name of the stout.

With beers named Saluki Dunkeldog, Galaxy IPA and Big Muddy Monster, you’ll be intrigued by the choices at Big Muddy Brewing (618.684.8833), found in Murphysboro, Illinois. Don’t miss the guest taps, which have recently poured Summer Shandy and Pink Lemonade Cider. Enjoy the weather outdoors in Big Muddy’s beer garden.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: ©SCHLAFLY; ©D. LANCASTER (2)

Named after a small village in Ireland, Six Mile Bridge Beer (314.942.2211) is a convergence point where locals and visitors can stop in for a friendly pint of beer. The Maryland Heights brewery produces a variety of global styles, such as a Bavarian Hefeweizen, Belgian Dubbel, Coffee Maple Stout (brewed with Guatemalan coffee beans) and a French Saison.

TOP: SCHLAFLY HAS THREE LOCATIONS IN ST. LOUIS. BOTTOM LEFT: BEERS AT FERGUSON BREWING CO. BOTTOM RIGHT: SQUARE ONE’S PATIO

DIN IN G G UI DE | ST. LOUI S 27

Where_menuguide2020_FINAL.pdf

C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K

1

9/10/20

4:59 PM

N’

IRST GR S F EE NIN

THE N A

DI

TI

O

N

G DIST

Everything you want in a walkable, urban neighborhood. Enjoy award-winning dining, a makers community with unique shops, coffeehouses, craft breweries, and entertainment.

RI

SE

ART

H D AY I N I T I A T I V

E

T

T.

UI

C

AS

LO

www.enjoymaplewood.com Untitled-21 1

9/17/20 3:41 PM

CENTRAL WEST END: at the heart of it all

NEW SAFETY MEASURES. SAME GREAT RESTAURANTS. No matter what you’re craving, enjoy a safe, socially distanced meal in the Central West End. Bar Italia Ristorante BBC Asian Cafe & Bar Brennan’s Wine & Tobacco The Chase Club Club Viva Cocina Latina The Cup Dressel’s Public House Drunken Fish El Burro Loco Evangeline’s Bistro & Music House Insomnia Cookies Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Kingside Diner Lazy Tiger MaryAnn’s Tea Room Medina Mediterranean Grill Mission Taco Joint Pagan Wine Bar Patty Long Catering Pi Pizzeria The Preston Ranoush Rush Bowls Salt + Smoke Starbucks Straub’s Fine Grocers Taste of Lebanon Thai202 Up-Down STL The Vino Gallery Yellowbelly

314.361.7010 314.361.7010 314.361.7770 314.361.7770 314.497.4449 314.497.4449 314.454.9000 314.454.9000 314.361.0322 314.361.0322 314.696.2294 314.696.2294 314.367.6111 314.367.6111 314.361.1060 314.361.1060 314.367.4222 314.367.4222 314.224.5371 314.224.5371 314.367.3644 314.367.3644 314.207.4144 314.207.4144 314.367.1700 314.367.1700 314.454.3957 314.454.3957 314.361.5303 314.361.5303 314.240.5301 314.240.5301 314.930.2955 314.930.2955 314.677.7214 314.677.7214 314.621.9598 314.621.9598 314.367.4300 314.367.4300 314.633.7800 314.633.7800 314.833.4400 314.833.4400 314.367.2900 314.367.2900 314.727.0200 314.727.0200 314.367.1577 314.367.1577 314.361.6646 314.361.6646 314.875.0657 314.875.0657 314.367.2002 314.367.2002 314.449.1742 314.449.1742 314.932.5665 314.932.5665 314.499.1509 314.499.1509

MORE INFORMATION AT

CWESCENE.COM.

CUPCAKES CLASSICS available daily | 3.25

FEATURED FLAVORS available every 4 weeks | 3.25

SEASONAL SPECIALS rotate seasonally | 3.25

LIMITED EDITIONS visit cravethecup.com for cupcake list and baking dates | 3.75

NEW!

-ROO DIP-A DIP T SWEE 4.45

SWEET TREATS

9” CAKES vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, carrot or seasonal 28.95

GOOEY BUTTER CAKE classic st. louis gooey butter cake, available by the slice or 8x8 inch pan 2.15 - 15.95

DOUBLE DECKER two oatmeal chocolate chip cookies sandwiching vanilla buttercream 3.95

CAKEWICH vanilla or chocolate cake slices sandwiching vanilla buttercream 4.15

BUTTERCREAM

BY THE PINT vanilla and chocolate 7.95

ST. LOUIS

EDWARDSVILLE

28 Maryland Plaza Rear St. Louis, MO 63108 314.367.6111

1057 Century Drive Edwardsville, IL 62025 618.656.2287

Mon-Thu: 10:00am – 8:30pm

Mon-Thurs: 10:00am – 6:30pm

Fri-Sat: Visit cravethecup.com for updated hours.

Fri-Sat: 9:30am – 9:00pm

Closed Sunday

ORDER ONLINE

SUGAR COOKIE sugar cookie topped with our signature vanilla buttercream 2.15

CRAVETHECUP.COM

Closed Sunday

##@CRAVETHECUP

 @newdaygf  newdayglutenfree

SO GOOD YOU WON’T KNOW IT’S GLUTEN FREE. 7807 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117 314-833-5180 | www.newdayglutenfree.com New Day Gluten.indd 1

9/29/20 3:27 PM

Smoked today.

Gone tomorrow.

Check our website for schedule and menu

314.621.3107 1627 S. 9th Street (Soulard) bogartssmokehouse.com

St. Louis

JUICE PRESS Our hand-crafted juices are prepared daily-never heated or processed, cold-pressed and bottled immediately.

OFFICIAL JUICE OF THE ST. LOUIS BLUES SPECIALIZING IN JUICE CLEANSES 4701 S. Kingshighway St. Louis, MO 63109

314.771.1866

www.stlouisjuicepress.com

Juice Press.indd 1

9/25/20 2:52 PM

Chris’ @ the Docket is a family owned and operated restaurant.

Serving breakfast and lunch all day and Mimosas everyday from our full bar.

A great spot for your family to enjoy our hospitality.

HOURS: 7-2 DAILY

100 N. Tucker Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63101 314.977.4615

WWW.CHRISATTHEDOCKET.COM

Voted St. Louis’ Favorite Delivery and Curbside Pick Up

Unique Pizzas & Calzones Classic Pastas and more!

Delivery to all Downtown Hotels Also specializing in Residential and Corporate Delivery

HISTORIC SOULARD 804 RUSSELL BLVD

314-865-5800 www.JOANIESTOGO.com

MMMM MMM! IT’S A FACT! KIDS JUST LOVE THE TASTE OF TED’S WORLD FAMOUS FROZEN CUSTARD.

TED DREWES FROZEN CUSTARD 6726 Chippewa 314-481-2652 4224 South Grand 314-352-7376 OPEN SUMMER ONLY

Local Craft Beers.

Delicious Pub Fare.

14 HD televisions.

Happy Hour Specials.

Wonton King 8116 Olive Blvd. • St. Louis, MO 63130

Gather with friends & catch the game

Fresh Made from Scratch The first Hong Kong Style Chinese Restaurant in St. Louis

RFT winner best Chinese Restaurant 2016-17-18-19

Join the action inside

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch 4th & Chestnut Streets | 314.259.3270 The trademarks HYATT®, Hyatt Regency® and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. ©2020 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.

Open Daily All year 365 Days 11am-9pm Dim Sum 11am-3pm Tel: 314.567.9997 Delivery by Postmates, Chowbus, and Grubhub 314-995-6982

w w w. w o n t o n k i n g s t l . c o m

Where do you want to go?

Find the best of the city

CENTRAL CORRIDOR

MAPS

BRENTWOOD BLVD .

CLAYTON

Central Corr

THE LOOP

LADUE RD.

Y. K PKW T PAR FORES

New Day Gluten Free Café

Casa Don Alfonso

CENTRAL WEST END The Cup

Clementine’s Creamery

FOREST PARK

Poke Doke

The Cheshire

Charlie Gitto’s DiGregorio’s Mama’s on The Hill

MAPLEWOOD Schlafly Bottleworks

Guido’s Oliva

Drury In & Suites Forest Park

Anthonino’s Taverna ON

THE HILL

.

RD

S AT W

T G S

Famous Bar

WEBSTER GROVES Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

BEVO

DELO

R AVE

42 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS

.

CENTRAL CORRIDOR

MAPS

al Corridor

Griot Museum of Black History Crown Candy Kitchen

CENTRAL WEST END The Cup

GRAND CENTER ARTS DISTRICT Pulitzer Arts Foundation

Jazz St. Louis

Hotel Ignacio

Poke Doke

MIDTOWN ALLEY Pappy’s Smokehouse

CORTEX

Four Seasons Hotel

Pear Tree Inn

by Drury

DOWNTOWN

UNION STATION

Grace Meat & Three

ie Gitto’s DiGregorio’s

LAFAYETTE SQUARE

Guido’s Oliva

Sassafras

HILL

SHAW

RUSS ELL B LVD.

Clementine’s Creamery Duke’s

Bogart’s BBQ

Joanie’s To Go

SOULARD

WYOMIN

G ST.

.

VE SA

BENTON PARK

I

O AV GR

THOLOZA N AVE.

POTOMAC ST. WINNEBAG

R AVE

.

GU

BEVO

DELO

ST

IN

EA VE

.

O ST.

ME

RA

OSAGE ST .

ME

CA VE

.

CHEROK

EE ROW

N AVE.

OAK HILL AV E.

SOUTH GRAND

JEFFERS O

TOWER GROVE SOUTH

GASCONA

DE ST.

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

DIN IN G G GUI UI DE | ST. LOUI S 4 3

DOWNTOWN

MAPS

Downtown Holiday Inn

LUMIÈRE PLACE Dome at America’s Center 44

LACLEDE’S LANDING Courtyard by Marriott Marriott St. Louis Grand

Embassy Suites Hotel

Magnolia Hotel Schlafly Tap Room

BROADWAY

LOFT DISTRICT

National Blues Museum

Pickles Deli

ILLINOIS

City Place Brewhouse St. Louis Hotel Historical

Majestic Hotel

Sports Bar

Chris’ at The Docket

City Garden

St. Louis Union Station Hotel

The Train Shed

Peabody Opera House

360 Rooftop Bar Cardinals Nation

The Soda Fountain

44

St. Louis City Center Hotel Amtrak/ Greyhound Station Broadway Oyster Bar

44

DINING LISTINGS Benton Park/Cherokee Area HODAK’S— American. Fried chicken is their specialty,

although the menu also offers wings, sandwiches, salads, dinner specials and more. The Chic Pik a Pak comes with a dozen rolls and three quart-sized sides. www.hodaks.com. 2100 Gravois Ave., 314.776.7292.

LEMP MANSION RESTAURANT— American. In the Lemp

Mansion, once home to Lemp Brewery magnates and now St. Louis’ quintessential haunted house, classics such as Steak Diane and German-Style Meatloaf are served. Don’t miss the All-You-Care-To-Eat Chicken Dinner on Sundays. www.lempmansion.com.

3322 DeMenil Place, 314.664. 8024.

44 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS

SIDNEY STREET CAFE— New American. James Beard

Award-winning chef/owner Kevin Nashan’s neighborhood bistro offers seasonal, locally sourced creations that blend a range of cuisines. www.sidneystreetcafestl.com. 2000 Sidney St., 314.771.5777.

Central West End CENTRAL WEST END — Grand residential neighborhoods near the northeast corner of Forest Park, built around the turn of the 19th century, are the most extravagant in the city. The commercial hub along Euclid Avenue includes galleries, antique shops, boutiques and cafés. www.cwescene.com. 314.305.4012.

THE CUP— Desserts/Sweets. Daily, fresh selection of cupcakes with buttercream frosting, in flavors like

double chocolate, red velvet and peanut butter cup, plus rotating specialties such as black forest and triple key lime. www.cravethecup.com. 28 Maryland Plaza Rear, 314.367.6111.

DRUNKEN FISH— Japanese/Sushi. This award-winning

restaurant delivers fresh sushi and sashimi, spring rolls, tempura, steaks, chicken, seafood, noodle dishes and more in a vibrant, modern decor. Great happy hour; big drink menu. www.drunkenfish.com.

1 Maryland Plaza, 314.367.4222.

MARYANN’S TEA ROOM— Tea Room. Step back into circa

1890 England for lunch with dishes like crab bisque, salmon salad and a myriad of desserts and teas. Or enjoy afternoon tea (high tea) between 11am and 4 pm.

Vintage London taxicab offers transportation service

METRO AREA

MAPS

100

Grafton

Alton 79 367

94

61

143

Edwardsville Pappy's Smokehouse

S

MIS

370

270

Metro Area

St. Charles

Schlafly Bankside

Charlie Gitto’s

364

367

3 N.

61

FL

Collinsville

NT E AV .

ESTER

H MANC

RD.

44 RI

Kirkwood

.

N SO

109

T WA

Tower Grove Park

OI

AV

GR

R

CI

TY

55

64

SI

P

Fairview Heights

O’Fallon

15

255

CA

SI

NO

America’s Incredible Pizza Company

BL VD

.

30

N

TEL

EGR

APH

IO

UN

Belleville

.

RD

RD.

South County

21

.

VE SA

Gateway Arch

St. Louis Juice Press

VE

RD

TUCKER BLVD.

Forest Park

HAMPTON AVE.

270

55 LINDELL BLVD.

RIV ER

40

Downtown

PI

Truffles

BLVD.

141

Plaza Frontenac

YTH BL VD.

LINDBERGH

TO AY

CL

FORS

BLVD.

GRAND BLVD.

.

D NR

DELMAR

SKINKER BLVD.

67

Chesterfield

Central Corridor

OLIVE BLWonton King VD.

.

KINGSHIGHWAY

Granite City Brewery LADUE RD

West County

SA

170

PAGE AVE.

340

100

70

IS

D

340

OR

70

94

159

157

Lambert Airport

MI SS IS

70

Clementine's Naughty and Nice Creamery

I RIV

R OU

Cleveland-Heath

The Cup

ER

DINING LISTINGS within the neighborhood. www.maryannstearoom. com. 4732 McPherson Ave., 314.361.5303.

PICKLES DELI— Delicatessen. Dedicated to creating

sandwiches with the freshest meats, ingredients and bread. Menu items include reubens, philly cheese steaks, gyros and BBQ pulled pork. www.picklesdelistl. com. 22 N. Euclid Ave., 314.361.3354.

POKE DOKE— Hawaiian. This is St. Louis’ first poke res-

taurant. Poke is a native Hawaiian dish made with raw fish that could be described as “deconstructed sushi.”

Also offers bubble tea. www.pokedokestl.com.

8 S. Euclid Ave., 314.833.5900.

Chesterfield EDGEWILD RESTAURANT & WINERY— Eclectic. Inter-

nationally influenced bistro menu features dishes that highlight the wine. Edgewild’s private label appears on over 20 varietals. www.edgewildwinery.com. 550 Chesterfield Center, 636.532.0550.

SCARECROW— American. The focus here is on whiskey,

with more than 300 offered. The menu offers tasty fare

such as a bison burger, wings and St Louis-style thincrust pizza. www.scarecrowstl.com. 101 Chesterfield Towne Centre, 636.536.9440.

YAYA’S EURO BISTRO— Mediterranean. Stone pillars and

wrought-iron fixtures complement the Mediterraneaninspired cuisine, which includes crab cakes, chicken piadini, hummus and pita, risotto, pasta and more. www.yayasstl.com. 15601 Olive Blvd., 636.537.9991.

Clayton CAFE NAPOLI— Italian. Longtime family-owned estab-

lishment that serves up modern takes on regional Italian specialties. Offers an exhaustive wine list with a number of selections available by the glass. www. cafenapoli.com. 7754 Forsyth Blvd., 314.863.5731.

CASA DON ALFONSO — Mediterranean. Renowned Italian restaurateur Mario Iaccarino’s timeless family recipes and second-to-none service are on the menu at the Ritz-Carlton St. Louis, his first venture in the United States. www.casadonalfonsostlouis.com.

100 Carondelet Plaza, 314.863.6300.

CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY AND NICE CREAMERY— Desserts/Sweets. The nice? Housemade ice cream in flavors such as gooey butter cake and coconut chocolate fudge. Patrons 21 and older can enjoy the naughty: boozy infusions including banana rum and chocolate stout. Also offers vegan options made from plant milks. www.clementinescreamery. com. 730 DeMun Ave., 314.858.6100.

NEW DAY GLUTEN FREE CAFE— Bakery. This is St. Louis’ only dedicated gluten- and peanut-free bakery. The bakery menu offers a selection of cakes, cupcakes, tarts, cookies, muffins and more. The cafe menu offers all-day breakfast, pasta, pizza, subs and sandwiches, many of which are also soy free, nut free, egg free or dairy free. New Day is a dream come true for people with dietary allergies! www.newdayglutenfree.com. 7807 Clayton Road, 314.833.5180.

Downtown 360— Eclectic. Riding high off a nod placing it among the top rooftop bars of the world, this sleek spot atop the Hilton at the Ballpark delivers tasty food and

DIN IN G GUI DE | ST. LOUI S 4 5

DINING LISTINGS BALLPARK VILLAGE— Located across the street from

Busch Stadium, this sports bar/restaurant/entertainment complex hosts concerts, movie nights and more.

The Cardinals Authentics Shop lets you take home a piece of the game, no matter what time of year. www.stlballparkvillage.com.

601 Clark Ave., 314.797.7530.

BB’S JAZZ, BLUES, & SOUPS— Cajun. This is the oldest

jazz and blues bar in St. Louis. The menu features Cajun and Southern favorites such as a catfish po’boy, gumbo and red beans and rice. Local craft beers on tap; rotating soups and nightly dinner specials. www. bbsjazzbluessoups.com. 700 S. Broadway, just south of Busch Stadium, 314.436.5222.

THE BOOM BOOM ROOM— French. Leave the kids at

home and head to St. Louis’ only burlesque show club for a night of burlesque dancing, light displays and cirque-style acts. www.theboomboomroomstl.com.

500 N. 14th St., 314.436.7000.

BREWHOUSE HISTORICAL SPORTS BAR— Barbeque. Steps from Busch Stadium and Enterprise Center, this spot for sports-lovers serves up eclectic local brews and a scratch-made menu of upscale locallysourced bar food such as blackened mahi tacos and St. Louis-style ribs. Catch games on TVs throughout the restaurant. stlouisarch.regency.hyatt.com.

315 Chestnut St., inside Hyatt Regency, 314.259.3270.

BROADWAY OYSTER BAR— Cajun/Creole.

Located in one of the oldest buildings still used daily in St. Louis (and supposedly haunted), BOB as it’s affectionately known, offers live music nightly across all genres (though BOB is most known for Blues) and two covered and heated patios. The menu features Cajun and Creole cuisine such as crawfish, fried alligator, shrimp and grits, and chicken and andouille gumbo. www.broadwayoysterbar.com.

736 S. Broadway, 314.621.8811.

CROWN CANDY KITCHEN— American. Old-fashioned

soda fountain with jukeboxes at the booths. Housemade ice cream—shakes, malts and sundaes—and chocolate candy (also housemade) are the stars here, but savory sandwiches (grilled cheese, tuna salad, corned beed, reuben, etc.), bean-free chili and tamales are also available for a meal. www.crowncandykitchen. net. 1401 St. Louis Ave., 314.621.9650.

DRUNKEN FISH—Japanese/Sushi. This award-winning

restaurant delivers fresh sushi and sashimi, spring rolls, tempura, steaks, chicken, seafood, noodle dishes and more in a vibrant, modern decor. Great happy hour; big drink menu. www.drunkenfish.com.

Ballpark Village, 601 Clark Ave., 314.899.0500.

KIMCHI GUYS— Korean Fusion. Fast-casual eatery just

north of the Gateway Arch serves Korean fusion dishes.

Specializes in Korean fried chicken which is doublefried for an extra crispy skin. Other dishes include Korean BBQ, spicy nachos, kimchi salsa, spicy pork sliders and bibimbap. Limited vegan menu. www.kimchiguys.com. 612 N. Second St., 314.766.4456.

THE LAST KITCHEN— New American. This upscale res-

taurant, located inside of the Last Hotel, offers a menu inspired by the cuisine along the Mississippi River. The meat here is butchered in house and the sides rotate based on seasonality. Dishes range from summer squash pizza and to chicken cracklin nachos and a bison burger. www.thelasthotelstl.com.

1501 Washington Ave., 314.390.2500 MAURIZIO’S PIZZA & SPORTS BAR— Pizza. It’s a down-

town institution thank to its lunchtime buffet, late-night bar, and hotel delivery! Grab a New York-style pie, some wings or pasta and enjoy in the spacious interior while you watch the game, or dine on the patio. www.mauriziospizza.com. 220 S. Tucker Blvd., 314.621.1997.

PICKLES DELI— Delicatessen. Dedicated to creating

sandwiches with the freshest meats, ingredients and bread. Menu items include reubens, philly cheese steaks, gyros and BBQ pulled pork. www.picklesdelistl. com. 200 N. Broadway, 314.241.2255.

ROBIE’S— American. This lovely restaurant in the Magno-

lia Hotel offers up contemporary American cuisine like the pan seared ahi tuna sandwich, blackened chicken sandwich, turkey burger sliders, charred tomato basil soup and chimichurri-glazed flat iron steak. Good selection of local and craft beers. www.magnoliahotels. com/magnolia-stlouis/dining.php.

421 N. 8th St., 314.436.9000.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE— Steaks. Local outpost

of national chain has a handsome, posh dining room with window booths, traditional tables and elevated banquettes. The main specialties are their steaks and chops served on sizzling 500 degree plates. Also offers stuffed chicken breast, barbecue shrimp, sea bass, salmon and more. www.ruthschris.com.

315 Chestnut St., 314.259.3200.

Bogart’s, p. 33

CARDINALS NATION —American. Upscale sportsbar atmosphere, and menu offerings including wings, pizza, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Plenty of Cardinals lore and décor to appeal to baseball fans! www.cardinalsnation.com. 601 Clark Ave., 314.345.9880.

CHRIS’ @ THE DOCKET— Breakfast/American.

Popular breakfast spot serves a big breakfast menu all day with favorites like pancakes, waffles, French toast, eggs benedict and omelets, plus sandwiches, melts, salads and burgers. www.chrisatthedocket.com.

100 N. Tucker Blvd., 314.977.4615.

46 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS

SCHLAFLY TAP ROOM— Microbrewery. St. Louis’ largest locally-owned craft brewery turns out Schlafly brand beer in a renovated building. Progressive pub grub includes poutine, prime rib sandwich, Vindaloo Curry and beer-steamed mussels. Outdoor dining. www.schlafly.com. 2100 Locust St., 314.241.2337.

SEN THAI ASIAN BISTRO— Thai. Delicious Thai cuisine,

pleasant décor and an expansive menu, ranging from hearty soups and curries to broth noodle dishes, pad Thai and a can’t-miss: drunken noodles. www.senthaibistro.com. 1000 Washington Ave., 314.436.3456.

THE SODA FOUNTAIN AT ST. LOUIS UNION STATION — Ice Cream. This retro soda fountaion serves up sundaes that can serve up to four people and “freak shakes” which have “unusual and unexpected improvements.” For example, the Bam Bam Shake has a vanilla frosted rim with fruity pebbles, a fruity pebbles rice krispy treat, strawberry pop tart, laffy taffy, whipped cream and a cherry. Also serves boozy milkshakes and a few classic diner options such as grilled cheese sandwich, cheeseburger and BLT. www.sodafountain-stl.com. 201 S. 18th St. TIN ROOF—Southern. This Nashville-inspired nightlife

hotspot features the best karaoke, music trivia and DJs. The Southern-inspired menu offers favorites like fried green tomatoes, chicken n waffles and Nashville hot chicken, plus tacos and quesadillas. www.tinroofstlouis. com. 1000 Clark Ave., 314.240.5400.

THE TRAIN SHED — Gastropub. This 1904 World’s Fair-themed restaurant and bar serves American fare that appeals to a variety of diners and includes shareable finger foods, pizza, burgers, sandwiches and more. Located in the newly renovated Union Station. www.trainshed-stl.com. 1820 Market St.

Grand Center/Midtown GRAND CENTER ARTS DISTRICT— Ten-block arts district, located at Grand Boulevard and Lindell, offers a formidable collection of museums and performance venues, including the Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, The Fabulous Fox Theatre and The Sheldon Concert Hall. Restaurants of all cuisines abound. www.grandcenter.org.

JAZZ ST. LOUIS — Located in Grand Center, this is an intimate dining room/music club. Menu options include truffle oil parmesan fries, shrimp and grits, spit-roasted chicken, angus burger and gumbo. www. jazzstl.org. 3536 Washington Ave., 314.571.6000.

PAPPY’S SMOKEHOUSE— Barbeque. Voted one of the “101 Best Places to Chow Down in America” by the Travel Channel, this smokehouse specializes in Memphis-style dry-rubbed, slow-smoked ribs over apple and cherry woods. It’s slow smoked up to 24 hours. www.pappyssmokehouse.com. 3106 Olive St., 314.535.4340.

SOUTHERN—Southern. Turns out fast-casual Nashville

hot chicken in a range of heat, plus sandwiches lke the catfish po’boy and Southern BLT (made with fried green tomatoes), and Southern sides such as mac and cheese, greens and pork, fried pickles and vinegar slaw. www.stlsouthern.com.

3108 Olive St., 314.531.4668.

The Grove FIRECRACKER PIZZA— Pizza. Almost all the pizza top-

pings here are made in-house, and the crust is made with beer ingredients (gluten-free available) and brushed with red chili oil. Also find appetizers, salads and 66 beers on tap. www.firecrackerpizza.com. 4130 Manchester Ave., 314.534.BOOM. URBAN CHESTNUT GROVE BREWERY & BIERHALL— Microbrewery. This craft brewery combines Old

World and New World beer styles in an approach it calls “Beer Divergency,” allowing drinkers to explore modern, American craft beers, the traditions of classic European brewing and small batches of Bavarian brewed/imported biers. www.urbanchestnut.com.

4465 Manchester Ave., 314.222.0143.

The Hill Area ADAM’S SMOKEHOUSE— Barbeque. Advocates of the

“low and slow” method of barbeque will be in hog heaven here, with finger-lickin’ specialties from smoked

©AMY SCHROMM PHOTOGRAPH Y

tempting cocktails, from a most enviable perch. www.360-stl.com. One S. Broadway, 314.241.8439.

DINING LISTINGS The Loop Area/ University City FITZ’S—American. Home of St. Louis’ own root beer

and cream soda, this craft soda microbrewery offers hamburgers, turkey burgers, barbecue and more, plus adult drinks featuring Fitz’s soda. www.fitzsrootbeer. com. 6605 Delmar Blvd., 314.726.9555.

THE LOOP— Centered around Delmar Blvd., the Loop is perhaps the most engaging neighborhood in the area, with art galleries, concert venues, iconoclastic shops, cafes, the St. Louis Walk of Fame and a multicultural collection of restaurants. www.visittheloop. com.

PEACOCK LOOP DINER—American. Neo-greasy spoon

features breakfast all day, American classics like chicken & waffles, turkey clubs and boozy milkshakes. www.peacockloopdiner.com. 6261 Delmar Blvd., 314.721.5555.

Chris’ @ The Docket, cover and p. 36

ribs to pulled pork sandwiches. Try the smoked salami for something a little different. www.adamssmokehouse.com. 2819 Watson Road, 314.875.9890.

ANTHONINO’S TAVERNA— Eclectic. Serving a combination of Italian and Greek specialties, from renowned specialty pizzas (the gyro and buffalo chicken are favorites) to chicken Marsala, spanakopita, cioppino and stuffed grape leaves, your taste buds will enjoy the culture clash. www.anthoninos.com.

2225 Macklind Ave., 314.773.4455.

CHARLIE GITTO’S — Italian. “Wine Spectator” Award of Excellence. This longstanding St. Louis restaurant is beloved for its pasta, and the steaks and seafood receive rave reviews as well. Find everything from risotto to brick oven pizzas, toasted ravioli to linguini with fresh clams and gnocchi. www.charliegittos.com.

5226 Shaw Ave., 314.772.8898.

FROM TOP: © GUINEVERE LORENZ PH OTOG RAPHY; @SPENCER PE RNIKOFF

DIGREGORIO’S ITALIAN MARKET— Shop authentic Italian and specialty foods in a famed Italian neighborhood, The Hill. The wide selection includes olives, imported candies and sweets, tomatoes and dried pastas, plus fresh cheeses and meats. Pick up pots/pans and kitchen gadgets, too. www.digregoriofoods.com.

5200 Daggett Ave., 314.776.1062.

GUIDO’S PIZZERIA & TAPAS — Spanish. Spain and Italy share a border on the menu, which features a huge variety of tapas alongside dishes like cannelloni, lasagna and St. Louis-style thin-crust pizza. Wash it down with housemade sangria. www.guidosstl.com.

5046 Shaw Ave., 314.771.4900.

LORUSSO’S CUCINA— Italian. Many of the recipes on

this restaurant’s menu were passed down through generations. Offerings include plenty of pasta as well as authentic veal, salmon, steak, chicken and lamb dishes.

Gluten-free menu available. www.lorussos.com.

3121 Watson Road, 314.647.6222.

MAMA’S ON THE HILL — Italian. This longtime neighborhood staple serves up familiar favorites like toasted ravioli, stuffed French loaf topped with provel cheese and pizza alongside entrées including veal Marsala, pollo spedini and seafood ravioli. www.mamasonthehill.com. 2132 Edwards St., 314.776.3100.

OLIVA ON THE HILL — Light Fare. This venue offers a pergola-covered courtyard, high-beamed ceilings and terrazzo floors creating a romantic ambience. The limited menu offers light fare such as salads, quiche, flatbread pizza, soup and sandwiches. www.olivaonthehill.com.

4915 Daggett Ave., 314.961.7588.

Illinois GREAT RIVERS & ROUTES OF SOUTHWEST ILLINOIS—

This is the only place where Route 66 meets the Great River Road. Serving Alton, Collinsville, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Godfrey, Grafton and Troy, Illinois as well as Madison, Macoupin, Montgomery, Jersey, Calhoun and Green Counties, you will find over 300 restaurants in this area ranging from wineries and desserts to Mexican and barbeque. www.riversandroutes.com/dining.

Tourism Bureau, 200 Piasa St., Alton, Illinois, 618.465.6676.

POKE DOKE— Hawaiian. This is St. Louis’ first poke restau-

rant. Poke is a native Hawaiian dish made with raw fish that could be described as “deconstructed sushi.” Also offers bubble tea. www.pokedokestl.com.

6316 Delmar Blvd., 314.553.9440.

WONTON KING — Chinese. This is St. Louis’ first Hong Kong-style Chinese restaurant. It serves an extensive menu of Asian dishes, including dim sum cart service on Sa & Su. Delivery available.www.wontonkingstl.com.

8116 Olive Blvd., 314.567.9997. Take Out: 314.995.6982.

Maplewood

CLEVELAND-HEATH — Eclectic. Discover “gourmet comfort food”­­­—a fusion of Asian, Italian, Southern and Mexican, made with locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce. www.clevelandheath.com.

106 N. Main St., Edwardsville, Illinois, 618.307.4830.

GRACE MEAT + THREE— Voted the Best Fried Chicken in Missouri by the Food Network! The counterservice restaurant offers up a unique blend of refined Southern fare and down-home hospitality. www. stlgrace.com. 4270 Manchester Road, 314.533.2700.

THE CUP— Desserts/Sweets. Daily, fresh selection of cupcakes with buttercream frosting, in flavors like double chocolate, red velvet and peanut butter cup, plus rotating specialties such as black forest and triple key lime. www.cravethecup.com. 1057 Century Drive, Edwardsville, Illlinois, 618.656.2287.

MAPLEWOOD — The pedestrian-friendly business district along Manchester Road and Sutton offers fun shopping in gift shops and unusual, locally owned boutiques. Maplewood was St. Louis’ first Green Dining District, with a walkable plan that makes it easy to undertake your own dining tour. www.enjoymaplewood.com

PORTER’S STEAKHOUSE—Steaks. Located in the

Doubletree Hotel Collinsville, this steakhouse was honored with the “Wine Spectator” Award of Excellence. The signature grilled pepperloin and seasonal port wine-braised short ribs are recommended. www. porterscollinsville.com. 1000 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, Illinois, 618.345.2400.

SCHLAFLY BOTTLEWORKS — Microbrewery. St. Louis’ largest locally-owned craft brewery turns out Schlafly brand beer. Progressive pub grub includes pizzas, smoked prime rib philly, Cantonese noodle bowl and grilled swordfish. Outdoor dining. www.schlafly. com/bottleworks. 7260 Southwest Ave., 314.241.2337.

Lafayette Square CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY AND NICE CREAMERY— Desserts/Sweets. The nice? Housemade ice cream in flavors such as gooey butter cake and coconut chocolate fudge. Patrons 21 and older can enjoy the naughty: boozy infusions including banana rum and chocolate stout. Also offers vegan options made from plant milks. www.clementinescreamery. com. 1637 S. 18th St., 314.858.6100.

LAFAYETTE SQUARE—The oldest publicly owned park

west of the Mississippi (Lafayette Park) is surrounded by magnificent, restored, Victorian-era mansions. Walk, gawk, eat, drink and shop in a growing commercial district. www.lafayettesquare.org. 314.772.5724.

SQWIRES—American. An airy conversion of a former

wire factory building into a lovely bar/restaurant. The contemporary American menu offers dishes such as blackened mango salmon, red beet risotto and bread pudding. www.sqwires.com. 1415 S. 18th St., 314.865.3522.

Grace Meat + Three, p. 38

DIN IN G GUI DE | ST. LOUI S 47

DINING LISTINGS Mid-County

South St. Louis

FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR—Steaks.

CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY AND NICE CREAMERY— Desserts/Sweets. The nice? Housemade ice cream in flavors such as gooey butter cake and coconut chocolate fudge. Patrons 21 and older can enjoy the naughty: boozy infusions including banana rum and chocolate stout. Also offers vegan options made from plant milks. www.clementinescreamery.com.

4715 Macklind Ave., 314.858.6100.

TRUFFLES —American. A frequently changing menu of upscale modern American dishes, with nods to the chef’s time in Southern kitchens (think everything from fried frog legs to truffle risotto and tuna poke bowl).

Killer wine list. www.todayattruffles.com.

9202 Clayton Road, 314.567.9100.

Soulard BOGART’S SMOKEHOUSE— Barbeque. A popular spot for ribs, pastrami, deviled-egg potato salad, pit baked beans, fire and ice pickles, brisket, TriTip sirloin and more. It’s at the top of many “best in town” lists! www.bogartssmokehouse.com.

1627 S. Ninth St., 314.621.3107.

CRISPY EDGE— Fusion. This wholesale manufacturer and

restaurant is devoted exclusively to potstickers, with fillings that cross culinary boundaries, including Mexican chilaquiles, Cajun andouille, Vietnamese Spring roll, tikka masala, applie pie and more. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. Full bar; dog-friendly outdoor seating. www.crispyedge.com.

4168 Juniata St., 314.310.3343.

DUKE’S—American. Top-to-bottom rehab of a historic,

2-story brick building has brought new life to the corner.

This sports bar has won many local awards including St. Louis’ Favorite Bar and Best Sports Bar. The fancified bar food ranges from specialty pizzas to sandwiches, paninis, burgers and entrees like shrimp and crawfish gumbo, grilled salmon and lasagna. 2001 Menard St., 314.833.6686.

the full complement of barbecue options including ribs, pulled pork, pulled chicken, beef brisket, smoked turkey and ham, plus sides like mac and cheese, hush puppies and potato salad. www.daliessmokehouse. com. 2951 Dougherty Ferry Road, 636.529.1898.

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP— Mexican. Full menu of Baja/Mexi-

SOULARD COFFEE GARDEN CAFE— Coffee/Tea Bar.

South Grand Area SASSAFRAS CAFE—American. Sassafras offers seasonal menus serving garden-themed salads, sandwiches, soups, flatbreads and more. It is also 5-star certified by the St. Louis Green Dining Alliance. www. missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/shop-dine/ sassafras.aspx.

4344 Shaw Blvd., 314.577.9473.

SOUTH GRAND —This is St. Louis’ most diverse corridor. A globetrotting cavalcade of international restaurants and an interesting blend of unique, locally owned shops line Grand Boulevard. Nearby are the Missouri Botanical Garden, Tower Grover Park and the Compton Hill Water Tower. www.southgrand.org. 314.772.5750.

48 D IN IN G G U ID E | ST. LO U IS

SCHLAFLY BANKSIDE— Microbrewery. The newest pub from Schlafly takes over the Trailhead Brewing Company location on the banks of the Missouri River in a National Historic District. Enjoy Bankside Lager and Kentucky Mule Ale in the town where Lewis & Clark began their famed expedition. www.schlafly.com/bankside.920 S. Main St., St. Charles, 314.241.2337.

DALIE’S SMOKEHOUSE— Barbeque. Dalie’s provides

raced patio serves up creole and cajun specialties in the form of baskets and plates, with a brunch menu served on Sundays. www.mollysinsoulard.com. 816 Geyer Ave., 314.436.0921.

AMERICA’S INCREDIBLE PIZZA COMPANY— Pizza. This kid-friendly entertainment complex offers an all-you-can-eat buffet of salads, hot dogs, tacos, pasta, pizza (of course) and more, as well as go-karts, laser tag, bumper cars, mini bowling and 80 video and arcade games. www.incrediblepizza.com/ st-louis. 5254 S. Lindbergh Blvd., 314.282.8742.

PAPPY’S SMOKEHOUSE— Barbeque. Voted one of the “101 Best Places to Chow Down in America” by the Travel Channel, this smokehouse specializes in Memphis-style dry-rubbed, slow-smoked ribs over apple and cherry woods. It’s slow smoked up to 24 hours. www.pappyssmokehouse.com. 5246 North Service Road, St. Peters, 636.244.5400.

CHARLIE GITTO’S — Italian. “Wine Spectator” Award of Excellence. This longstanding St. Louis restaurant is beloved for its pasta, and the steaks and seafood receive rave reviews as well. Find everything from risotto to brick oven pizzas, toasted ravioli to linguini with fresh clams and gnocchi. www.charliegittos.com. 777 Casino Center, Maryland Heights, 314.770.7663.

MOLLY’S IN SOULARD— Creole/Cajun. The largest ter-

South County

steak, pancakes, waffles, French toast, Monte Cristo sandwiches, burgers, fried okra, cornbread stuffing and more. www.ginghamsrestaurant.com. 1566 Country Club Plaza Drive, St. Charles, 636.946.0266.

West County

JOANIE’S TO GO — Pizza. Top-notch pizza, pastas and calzones—you can even build your own pizza and calzone creations. Also offers lunch specials, salads and sandwiches. www.joaniestogo.com.

804 Russell Blvd., 314.865.5800.

Soulard’s popular coffeehouse also serves a fantastic breakfast (eggs Benedict, french toast, biscuits and gravy, blueberry-cornmeal pancakes), as well as grilled sandwiches, soups, salads and weekday specials like Thai yellow curry. www.soulardcoffeegarden.com.

910 Geyer Ave., 314.241.1464.

GINGHAM’S HOMESTYLE RESTAURANT— Homestyle Café. Down-home classics from scratch—country-fried

Cardinals Nation, p. 3

ST. LOUIS JUICE PRESS — Breakfast/Juice.

Handcrafted juices made fresh daily, cold-pressed and bottled immediately to deliver the highest level of enzymes and nutrients you can find in a raw, living food.

The only ingredients are the fruits and vegetables listed on the label. www.stlouisjuice.com.

4701 S Kingshighway Blvd., 314.771.1866.

TED DREWES — Desserts/Sweets. Ted Drewes’ rich and creamy frozen custard treats are so thick they’re called concretes. Fresh ingredients used as toppings; new flavors added every year. www.teddrewes.com.

6726 Chippewa, 314.481.2652.

St. Charles, St. Peters/ Lake St. Louis Area CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY AND NICE CREAMERY— Desserts/Sweets. The nice? Housemade ice cream in flavors such as gooey butter cake and coconut chocolate fudge. Patrons 21 and older can enjoy the naughty: boozy infusions including banana rum and chocolate stout. Also offers vegan options made from plant milks. www.clementinescreamery.com. 20 Meadow Circle Drive, Lake St. Louis, 314.858.6100.

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP— Mexican. Full menu of Baja/

Mexican faves ranging from guacamole, quesadillas and burrito bowls to nachos, fajitas and tacos. www.

can faves ranging from guacamole, quesadillas and burrito bowls to nachos, fajitas and tacos. www.fuzzystacoshop.com. 1288 Old Orchard Center, Manchester, 636.686.7394.

GRANITE CITY FOOD & BREWERY— Microbrewery. Granite City utilizes its patented brewing process to produce a full line of beers to accompany made-from-scratch dishes like meatloaf, jambalaya, chicken and biscuits, burgers and tacos. 11411 Olive St., Creve Coeur, 314.432.3535.

Westport Plaza DRUNKEN FISH—Japanese/Sushi. This award-winning

restaurant delivers fresh sushi and sashimi, spring rolls, tempura, steaks, chicken, seafood, noodle dishes and more in a vibrant, modern decor. www.drunkenfish.com.

639 Westport Plaza Drive, 314.275.8300.

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP—Mexican. Full menu of Baja/Mexi-

can faves ranging from guacamole, quesadillas and burrito bowls to nachos, fajitas and tacos. www.fuzzystacoshop.com. 302 Westport Plaza Drive, 314.878.8226.

WESTPORT PLAZA—This popular entertainment and

business destination brings together many different restaurants, bars and shops in an outdoor, lifestyle-plaza setting. www.westportstl.com. 111 Westport Plaza Drive, 314.576.7100.

WESTPORT SOCIAL—Sports Bar. This spacious sports bar

delivers games on giant screens and also offers pingpong, shuffleboardand more. Menu includes ceviche and Bavarian pretzels, as well as skewers, tacos, sliders, burgers and pizza. www.westportsocial-stl.com.

910 Westport Plaza Drive, 314.548.2876.

© EMMANUEL JENKINS

Succulent steaks prepared to order, 100 wines by the glass, along with seafood specialties and small plates. www.flemingssteakhouse.com/locations/mo/st-louis.

1855 S. Lindbergh Blvd., 314.567.7610.

fuzzystacoshop.com. 2412 W. Clay St., St. Charles, 636.925.3025.