The best restaurants in Belleville

40 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Papa Vito’s Pizza West

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Papa Vito’s Pizza West keeps it classic with fresh ingredients, family recipes, and pies handmade every day right in the kitchen. Perfect…

4205 N Belt W

“Papa Vito’s Pizza West keeps it classic with fresh ingredients, family recipes, and pies handmade every day right in the kitchen. Perfect when you want zero fuss and maximum flavor, it’s the Belleville standby that turns a random Tuesday into a happy, saucy situation.”

From the Belleville newsletter, August 7, 2026

Blood & Sand

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Blood & Sand is a refined downtown hideout serving globally inspired plates with cocktails and wines that are nationally recognized, and…

1500 St Charles St (St. Louis)

“Blood & Sand is a refined downtown hideout serving globally inspired plates with cocktails and wines that are nationally recognized, and it’s open to the public. Go a la carte or dive into a 5 or 10 course chef’s tasting, sip a flight, then let their warm service make you a regular this week.”

Eckert's Country Restaurant

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When nothing but crispy, golden bliss will do, Eckert's Country Restaurant brings the famous fried chicken plus burgers, salads, and pies…

951 S Green Mt Rd

“When nothing but crispy, golden bliss will do, Eckert's Country Restaurant brings the famous fried chicken plus burgers, salads, and pies that taste like someone’s grandma still runs the kitchen. It’s hearty, unfussy, and exactly right for a midweek morale boost... breakfast people, you’re covered too.”

From the Belleville newsletter, August 4, 2026

Have A Cow Cattle Co. Cafe and Urban Farm Store

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Burgers, sandwiches & all-day breakfast in a comfy counter-service hub with a fireplace & a patio.

2742 Lafayette Ave (St. Louis)

“Burgers, sandwiches & all-day breakfast in a comfy counter-service hub with a fireplace & a patio.”

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China Town Restaurant

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Vetern restaurant featuring familiar Chinese fare, such as fried rice, hot sour soup, egg rolls, crab rangoons and noodles.

52 Carlyle Plaza Dr

“Vetern restaurant featuring familiar Chinese fare, such as fried rice, hot sour soup, egg rolls, crab rangoons and noodles.”

SqWires Restaurant & Market

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Lushly renovated Victorian factory space serving American cuisine from locally sourced ingredients.

1415 S 18th St (St. Louis)

“Lushly renovated Victorian factory space serving American cuisine from locally sourced ingredients.”

Hi Tokyo

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Casual spot for sushi, hibachi and other traditional Japanese fare.

1628 Carlyle Ave

“Casual spot for sushi, hibachi and other traditional Japanese fare.”

Lombardo's Trattoria

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Longstanding, family-owned Italian eatery serving steaks, signature pasta & seafood.

Lower Level of Drury Inn, 201 S 20th St (St. Louis)

“Longstanding, family-owned Italian eatery serving steaks, signature pasta & seafood.”

Latté Lounge + HG Eatery

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Breakfast and lunch spot featuring chicken and waffles alongside lattes and cocktails.

2617 Washington Ave Ste A (St. Louis)

“Breakfast and lunch spot featuring chicken and waffles alongside lattes and cocktails.”

Idol Wolf at 21c St. Louis

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Spanish restaurant featuring paella, tapas and other classics, plus cocktails, wine and beer.

1528 Locust St (St. Louis)

“Spanish restaurant featuring paella, tapas and other classics, plus cocktails, wine and beer.”

Papa Vito's Pizza Downtown

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Compact fixture providing thin-crust specialty pies, sandwiches, salads & more in a casual setting.

318 E Washington St

“Compact fixture providing thin-crust specialty pies, sandwiches, salads & more in a casual setting.”

Saigon Vietnamese & Chinese Cuisine

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Modest, family-run restaurant serving familiar fare such as pho & sesame chicken, plus beer & wine.

1636 Lebanon Ave

“Modest, family-run restaurant serving familiar fare such as pho & sesame chicken, plus beer & wine.”

Chicago Fish & Chicken Grill- Arsenal

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Takeout restaurant for buffalo-marinated chicken, burgers and gyros.

2916 Gravois Ave (St. Louis)

“Takeout restaurant for buffalo-marinated chicken, burgers and gyros.”

Bogart's Smokehouse

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Down-home barbecue joint where crowds eat Memphis & St. Louis specialties at formica tables.

1627 S 9th St (St. Louis)

“Down-home barbecue joint where crowds eat Memphis & St. Louis specialties at formica tables.”

360 Rooftop Bar

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Swanky indoor/outdoor rooftop bar & eatery with 360-degree views, including into Busch Stadium.

One S Broadway (St. Louis)

“Swanky indoor/outdoor rooftop bar & eatery with 360-degree views, including into Busch Stadium.”

Drake’s Shiloh

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Casual spot with burgers, pizza, tacos and sushi.

1160 Central Park Dr (O'Fallon)

“Casual spot with burgers, pizza, tacos and sushi.”

Tropical Breeze Cafe

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Casual cafe offering breakfast, sandwiches, wings, flatbreads and shakes.

4901 W Main St

“Casual cafe offering breakfast, sandwiches, wings, flatbreads and shakes.”

Pizza World

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Casual, family-run pizzeria specializing in Chicago- and New York-style crusts, plus subs.

651 Carlyle Ave A

“Casual, family-run pizzeria specializing in Chicago- and New York-style crusts, plus subs.”

Main St. Cafe

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Diner serving comfort food, from breakfast staples to skillet meals and fried chicken, in a cozy space.

1601 W Main St

“Diner serving comfort food, from breakfast staples to skillet meals and fried chicken, in a cozy space.”

EGG RESTAURANT AT BENTON PARK

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Small, contemporary-industrial diner with unique, Tex-Mex–accented breakfast dishes & cocktails.

2200 Gravois Ave (St. Louis)

“Small, contemporary-industrial diner with unique, Tex-Mex–accented breakfast dishes & cocktails.”

Press Pizza & Pasta

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Pasta, pizza and smashed pizza joint, plus other Italian mains (gnocchi) and cocktails.

2509 S Jefferson Ave (St. Louis)

“Pasta, pizza and smashed pizza joint, plus other Italian mains (gnocchi) and cocktails.”

Grüv Bistro & Wine Bar

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Casual wine bar offering a large selection of beer and cocktails, plus a back patio.

223 E Main St

“Casual wine bar offering a large selection of beer and cocktails, plus a back patio.”

Broadway Oyster Bar

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Down-home hangout featuring Cajun classics plus nightly live music & a hopping outdoor patio.

736 S Broadway (St. Louis)

“Down-home hangout featuring Cajun classics plus nightly live music & a hopping outdoor patio.”

Belleville Pancake House

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Casual, family-run restaurant focusing on pancakes and breakfast food, plus some burgers, pastas and sandwiches.

3605 N Belt W

“Casual, family-run restaurant focusing on pancakes and breakfast food, plus some burgers, pastas and sandwiches.”

Jack Nolen's

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Informal neighborhood tavern with a tin ceiling & a patio, fixing up burgers, sandwiches & sides.

2501 S 9th St (St. Louis)

“Informal neighborhood tavern with a tin ceiling & a patio, fixing up burgers, sandwiches & sides.”

Salt + Smoke

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Relaxed Texas-style BBQ joint with lots of bourbons, artisan cocktails & craft beer.

501 Clark Ave (St. Louis)

“Relaxed Texas-style BBQ joint with lots of bourbons, artisan cocktails & craft beer.”

Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

5720 N Belt W Ste 38

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

Good Morning Cafe

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Popular for breakfast staples in pancakes and skillets.

725 W Washington St (Millstadt)

“Popular for breakfast staples in pancakes and skillets.”

BEAST Craft BBQ Co.

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Easygoing BBQ joint with generous meat plates & sandwiches, plus housemade sauces & craft beers.

20 S Belt W

“Easygoing BBQ joint with generous meat plates & sandwiches, plus housemade sauces & craft beers.”

Epic Pizza & Subs

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Thin-crust, brick-oven-fired pizzas, burgers & subs are served in an industrial-chic former garage.

1711A S 9th St (St. Louis)

“Thin-crust, brick-oven-fired pizzas, burgers & subs are served in an industrial-chic former garage.”

Little Fox

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Cozy, brick-lined restaurant offering seasonal small plates & hearty mains, plus cocktails & wine.

2800 Shenandoah Ave (St. Louis)

“Cozy, brick-lined restaurant offering seasonal small plates & hearty mains, plus cocktails & wine.”

Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

652 Carlyle Ave

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

Belleville Fish & Chicken

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Modest strip-mall joint dishing up fried grub, including shrimp, catfish, wings & mushrooms.

3 Wade Square

“Modest strip-mall joint dishing up fried grub, including shrimp, catfish, wings & mushrooms.”

Pop’s Fish & Chicken ,convenience and vape store.

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Casual eatery & takeaway spot serving fried fish, chicken and burgers.

925 S Belt W

“Casual eatery & takeaway spot serving fried fish, chicken and burgers.”

Sugarfire Smoke House

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Southern-style, local BBQ chain serving ribs, salmon, brisket cheesesteaks, spiked shakes & more.

605 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

“Southern-style, local BBQ chain serving ribs, salmon, brisket cheesesteaks, spiked shakes & more.”

STL City Grill

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Chicken wings, rice bowls, and other comfort bites dished up in a low-key setting with counter service.

1137 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

“Chicken wings, rice bowls, and other comfort bites dished up in a low-key setting with counter service.”

Pizzeoli Wood Fired Pizza

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Casual restaurant for Naples-style pizzas with vegetarian & vegan toppings, plus beer & wine.

1928 S 12th St (St. Louis)

“Casual restaurant for Naples-style pizzas with vegetarian & vegan toppings, plus beer & wine.”

Levels

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Vibrant bistro showcasing Nigerian dishes, cocktails, wines, and beer.

1405 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

“Vibrant bistro showcasing Nigerian dishes, cocktails, wines, and beer.”

wiseguys

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Meat-centric eatery serving a range of Italian beefs, burgers and hot dogs, plus pizza and fries.

500 S Illinois St

“Meat-centric eatery serving a range of Italian beefs, burgers and hot dogs, plus pizza and fries.”

Hodak's Restaurant & Bar

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Casual down-home joint serving an old-school American menu with chicken as the specialty.

2100 Gravois Ave (St. Louis)

“Casual down-home joint serving an old-school American menu with chicken as the specialty.”

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