The best restaurants in Kirkwood

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

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Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

999 N 2nd St (St. Louis)

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

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Counter-serve chain preparing bowls with pick-your-own bases & toppings, plus salads & wraps.

10758 Sunset Hills Plaza (St. Louis)

Counter-serve chain preparing bowls with pick-your-own bases & toppings, plus salads & wraps.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

1220 S Kirkwood Rd

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Roper's Ribs

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Storied, family-owned counter serve offering hickory-smoked BBQ dishes in old-school surrounds.

6929 W Florissant Ave (St. Louis)

Storied, family-owned counter serve offering hickory-smoked BBQ dishes in old-school surrounds.

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Creative Tex-Mex grub & specialty margaritas are served in a cheery setting with happy hour.

1235 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

Creative Tex-Mex grub & specialty margaritas are served in a cheery setting with happy hour.

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Family-friendly chain eatery offering steaks & Gulf Coast seafood in laid-back surroundings.

1820 Market St (St. Louis)

Family-friendly chain eatery offering steaks & Gulf Coast seafood in laid-back surroundings.

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Station Grille

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Historic eatery set in Union Station Hotel & offering traditional American cooking.

1820 Market St (St. Louis)

Historic eatery set in Union Station Hotel & offering traditional American cooking.

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Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting

Hyatt Hotel, 315 Chestnut St (St. Louis)

Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting

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

20 S 4th St (St. Louis)

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

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Colorful joint with outdoor seats serving fajitas, tacos & other Mexican classics, plus margaritas.

9570 Watson Rd (St. Louis)

Colorful joint with outdoor seats serving fajitas, tacos & other Mexican classics, plus margaritas.

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

491 S Kirkwood Rd

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

11005 Riverview Dr (St. Louis)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Casual regional chain serving hearty American fare for breakfast & lunch, with gluten-free options.

11692 Manchester Rd (Des Peres)

Casual regional chain serving hearty American fare for breakfast & lunch, with gluten-free options.

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Mizu Sushi Bar

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Casual, modern spot offers an eclectic array of Japanese fare including sushi, plus burgers.

1013 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

Casual, modern spot offers an eclectic array of Japanese fare including sushi, plus burgers.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

10706 Sunset Hills Plaza (St. Louis)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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Branch of a regional chain dispensing hot & cold sandwiches in a simple, counter-serve setting.

614 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

Branch of a regional chain dispensing hot & cold sandwiches in a simple, counter-serve setting.

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Classic Italian & American fare served in a historic space with a relaxed vibe & weekend live music.

2700 Olive St (St. Louis)

Classic Italian & American fare served in a historic space with a relaxed vibe & weekend live music.

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The Midwestern

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Wood-heavy BBQ spot with big windows offering a modern, meat-centric American menu & whiskey drinks.

900 Spruce St (St. Louis)

Wood-heavy BBQ spot with big windows offering a modern, meat-centric American menu & whiskey drinks.

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

9031 Watson Rd (St. Louis)

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

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Farotto's

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An Italian menu of pizza, pasta & entrees from a longtime family-owned eatery.

9525 Manchester Rd (St. Louis)

An Italian menu of pizza, pasta & entrees from a longtime family-owned eatery.

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PJ's Tavern

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A lengthy tavern menu comes with patio seating, a game room & overhead TVs tuned to sports.

123 W Jefferson Ave

A lengthy tavern menu comes with patio seating, a game room & overhead TVs tuned to sports.

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Amigos Cantina

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Mexican dining in a casual cantina space with traditional-feeling festive accents.

120 W Jefferson Ave

Mexican dining in a casual cantina space with traditional-feeling festive accents.

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Nachomama's

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Enduring outpost serving Tex-Mex standards in a casual counter-serve setting or the drive-thru.

9643 Manchester Rd (St. Louis)

Enduring outpost serving Tex-Mex standards in a casual counter-serve setting or the drive-thru.

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Fine-dining-style establishment offering classic steakhouse fare, cocktails & a big menu of sides.

17A W County Center Ste A102 (Des Peres)

Fine-dining-style establishment offering classic steakhouse fare, cocktails & a big menu of sides.

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Everything from pancakes to breakfast pizza appears on the menu of this lively restaurant.

100 N Tucker Blvd (St. Louis)

Everything from pancakes to breakfast pizza appears on the menu of this lively restaurant.

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Olive + Oak

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Creative American classics & cocktails are featured at this intimate joint with a warm ambiance.

216 W Lockwood Ave (Webster Groves)

Creative American classics & cocktails are featured at this intimate joint with a warm ambiance.

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Joe Boccardi's

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Local Italian chain serving pizza, pasta & classic entrees in a traditional setting.

8556 Watson Rd (St. Louis)

Local Italian chain serving pizza, pasta & classic entrees in a traditional setting.

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Branch of a local chain of family-oriented Italian restaurants serving up pastas, pizzas & entrees.

10312 Manchester Rd

Branch of a local chain of family-oriented Italian restaurants serving up pastas, pizzas & entrees.

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The Barn

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Quaint eatery offering comfort eats, including breakfast, on scenic property, plus a loft gift shop.

1015 S Sappington Rd (St. Louis)

Quaint eatery offering comfort eats, including breakfast, on scenic property, plus a loft gift shop.

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Bar & grill for pizzas, pastas, burgers & nachos in a versatile space with sports TVs & a patio.

131 W Argonne Dr

Bar & grill for pizzas, pastas, burgers & nachos in a versatile space with sports TVs & a patio.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1244 S Kirkwood Rd

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.

10841 Manchester Rd

Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.

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Sbarro

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Italian fast-food chain offering thin-crust pizza by the slice, plus pastas & salads.

186 W County Center Dr (Des Peres)

Italian fast-food chain offering thin-crust pizza by the slice, plus pastas & salads.

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Counter-service deli chain crafting hearty signature subs, salads & kids' meals in a casual setting.

9532 Manchester Rd (St. Louis)

Counter-service deli chain crafting hearty signature subs, salads & kids' meals in a casual setting.

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McAlister's Deli

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Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.

12101-A Manchester Rd (Des Peres)

Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.

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Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

178 W County Center Space FC-12 (Des Peres)

Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

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Chain eatery serving up inventive pizzas, plus pastas & salads in a modern setting.

109 W County Center (Des Peres)

Chain eatery serving up inventive pizzas, plus pastas & salads in a modern setting.

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Sarku Japan

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Chain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.

168 W County Center Dr Unit FC - 3 (Des Peres)

Chain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.

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Grilled sub sandwiches, fries & fresh-squeezed lemonade star at this counter-serve chain.

3828 S Lindbergh Blvd (Sappington)

Grilled sub sandwiches, fries & fresh-squeezed lemonade star at this counter-serve chain.

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New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

12113 Manchester Rd (Des Peres)

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

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Imo's Pizza

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No-frills chain specializing in St. Louis-style pies with thin crusts & Provel cheese.

1701 Delmar Blvd (St. Louis)

No-frills chain specializing in St. Louis-style pies with thin crusts & Provel cheese.

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A menu focused on American & Mexican comfort food in a modern, industrial space with exposed beams.

626 N 6th St (St. Louis)

A menu focused on American & Mexican comfort food in a modern, industrial space with exposed beams.

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Casual Midwestern chain serving inventive specialty pizzas & seasonal craft beers.

124 N Kirkwood Rd

Casual Midwestern chain serving inventive specialty pizzas & seasonal craft beers.

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Contemporary alehouse offering draft brews & personal table taps, classic American eats & a patio.

11769 Manchester Rd #4616 (St. Louis)

Contemporary alehouse offering draft brews & personal table taps, classic American eats & a patio.

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Al's Restaurant

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Open since 1925, this enduring upscale eatery offers steakhouse classics, including steak Diane.

1200 N 1st St (St. Louis)

Open since 1925, this enduring upscale eatery offers steakhouse classics, including steak Diane.

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Unassuming eatery offers Thai & Japanese cooking, including sushi, curries & lunch specials.

403 Watson Plaza (St. Louis)

Unassuming eatery offers Thai & Japanese cooking, including sushi, curries & lunch specials.

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Roomy haunt with a convivial vibe boasts an eclectic menu of pub grub, happy hour & karaoke night.

3650 S Lindbergh Blvd (St. Louis)

Roomy haunt with a convivial vibe boasts an eclectic menu of pub grub, happy hour & karaoke night.

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From New York strip to shrimp cocktail, steakhouse staples served in a relaxed, homey setting.

133 W Clinton Pl

From New York strip to shrimp cocktail, steakhouse staples served in a relaxed, homey setting.

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Intimate space featuring familiar sushi options & Japanese entrees amid contemporary surrounds.

29 N Gore Ave (Webster Groves)

Intimate space featuring familiar sushi options & Japanese entrees amid contemporary surrounds.

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Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

3811 S Lindbergh Blvd (Sunset Hills)

Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

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Imo's Pizza

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No-frills chain specializing in St. Louis-style pies with thin crusts & Provel cheese.

215 S Kirkwood Rd

No-frills chain specializing in St. Louis-style pies with thin crusts & Provel cheese.

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Casual locale offering beefy mains, seafood specialties & drinks in a cool setting with a patio.

10701 Watson Rd (St. Louis)

Casual locale offering beefy mains, seafood specialties & drinks in a cool setting with a patio.

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Rooster

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Bright brunch restaurant specializing in crêpes, elevated European comfort fare & cocktails.

1025 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

Bright brunch restaurant specializing in crêpes, elevated European comfort fare & cocktails.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

10200 Big Bend Rd (St. Louis)

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Casual Midwestern chain serving inventive specialty pizzas & seasonal craft beers.

122 E Lockwood Ave (Webster Groves)

Casual Midwestern chain serving inventive specialty pizzas & seasonal craft beers.

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Modern, sculpture-filled Thai restaurant serving carefully plated noodles, curries & more.

1000 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

Modern, sculpture-filled Thai restaurant serving carefully plated noodles, curries & more.

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Counter-serve outpost for American BBQ like ribs, brisket & turkey legs in a bare-bones space.

6300 W Florissant Ave (St. Louis)

Counter-serve outpost for American BBQ like ribs, brisket & turkey legs in a bare-bones space.

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Cafe de Blaire

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Snug locale fixing up sandwiches, açaí bowls & homemade ice cream, plus coffee, shakes & bubble tea.

442 N 4th St (St. Louis)

Snug locale fixing up sandwiches, açaí bowls & homemade ice cream, plus coffee, shakes & bubble tea.

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White Castle

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Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.

1224 S Kirkwood Rd

Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.

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Charcoal House

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Long-running multi-cuisine restaurant serving steaks, seafood, & cocktails in an easygoing setting.

9855 Manchester Rd (St. Louis)

Long-running multi-cuisine restaurant serving steaks, seafood, & cocktails in an easygoing setting.

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High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

1855 S Lindbergh Blvd (St. Louis)

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

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Low-key, counter-serve cafe offering sandwiches, baked goods & coffee drinks, plus catering.

211 N Broadway #150 (St. Louis)

Low-key, counter-serve cafe offering sandwiches, baked goods & coffee drinks, plus catering.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

11997 Manchester Rd (Des Peres)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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A menu featuring an array of classic Mexican dishes in a cantina-style setting with bright decor.

35 N Gore Ave (St. Louis)

A menu featuring an array of classic Mexican dishes in a cantina-style setting with bright decor.

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

39 N Euclid Ave (St. Louis)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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Rush Bowls

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Casual venue serving nutrient-dense bowls and smoothies with vegan options, plus a kids' menu.

227 N Euclid Ave (St. Louis)

Casual venue serving nutrient-dense bowls and smoothies with vegan options, plus a kids' menu.

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Southwest Diner

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When the eggs-and-bacon routine needs a glow up, Southwest Diner blends classic American plates with tacos and custom burritos that bring…

6803 Southwest Ave (St. Louis)

When the eggs-and-bacon routine needs a glow up, Southwest Diner blends classic American plates with tacos and custom burritos that bring just enough Southwest flair to keep things interesting. It’s the kind of spot locals keep in rotation for low-key mornings, weekend catch-ups, and reliable comfort.

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Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

5 St Louis Galleria St (St. Louis)

Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

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Branch of a local chain of family-oriented Italian restaurants serving up pastas, pizzas & entrees.

8831 Ladue Rd (St. Louis)

Branch of a local chain of family-oriented Italian restaurants serving up pastas, pizzas & entrees.

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Crepes & Treats

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Casual, family-run spot for sweet-and-savory crepes (including cinnamon roll and bacon versions), plus coffee.

4630 Lindell Blvd (St. Louis)

Casual, family-run spot for sweet-and-savory crepes (including cinnamon roll and bacon versions), plus coffee.

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Modern diner with a chess theme, offering traditional American plates, cocktails & a rooftop patio.

236 N Euclid Ave (St. Louis)

Modern diner with a chess theme, offering traditional American plates, cocktails & a rooftop patio.

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Restaurant/bar offering BBQ eats & a variety of whiskey options in relaxed, industrial digs.

4900 Laclede Ave (St. Louis)

Restaurant/bar offering BBQ eats & a variety of whiskey options in relaxed, industrial digs.

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

8658 Olive Blvd (St. Louis)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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The Chase Club

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Swanky locale at Chase Park Plaza hotel with eclectic bites, cocktails, a poolside patio & billiard.

212 Kingshighway Blvd (St. Louis)

Swanky locale at Chase Park Plaza hotel with eclectic bites, cocktails, a poolside patio & billiard.

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Nixta

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Laid-back restaurant whipping up reimagined Mexican dishes & creative cocktails.

5232 Delmar Blvd (St. Louis)

Laid-back restaurant whipping up reimagined Mexican dishes & creative cocktails.

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An extensive menu of Greek options in homey, oak-paneled rooms.

1543 McCausland Ave (St. Louis)

An extensive menu of Greek options in homey, oak-paneled rooms.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

Parkview Cafe, 4588 Parkview Pl (St. Louis)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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Casual spot with a window-service counter preparing Mexican quesadillas and other comfort fare, plus delivery.

4497 Forest Park Ave (St. Louis)

Casual spot with a window-service counter preparing Mexican quesadillas and other comfort fare, plus delivery.

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Storied eatery in the Chase Park Plaza Hotel serves up steaks & cocktails in posh, old-school digs.

232 Kingshighway Blvd (St. Louis)

Storied eatery in the Chase Park Plaza Hotel serves up steaks & cocktails in posh, old-school digs.

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Mac's Local Eats

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Mac's Local Eats takes the smash-burger thing seriously, grinding dry-aged whole-cow beef, making condiments in-house, and turning St.…

5656 Oakland Ave (St. Louis)

Mac's Local Eats takes the smash-burger thing seriously, grinding dry-aged whole-cow beef, making condiments in-house, and turning St. Louis pride into #RipFries dusted with Old Vienna Red Hot Riplets.

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Local Japanese chain serving rolls, noodles & entrees, plus cocktails, in a chic, modern space.

1 Maryland Plaza (St. Louis)

Local Japanese chain serving rolls, noodles & entrees, plus cocktails, in a chic, modern space.

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American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

1062 St Louis Galleria St (St. Louis)

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

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Long-running, family-owned Italian restaurant offering generous pizza & pasta dishes.

2103 Sulphur Ave (St. Louis)

Long-running, family-owned Italian restaurant offering generous pizza & pasta dishes.

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Family-run standby for brick-oven pizzas, drinks & occasional live music, open since 1916.

6715 Manchester Ave (St. Louis)

Family-run standby for brick-oven pizzas, drinks & occasional live music, open since 1916.

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Relaxed spot for a drink & casual dining with a waterside view, plus paddleboat rentals.

6101 Government Dr (St. Louis)

Relaxed spot for a drink & casual dining with a waterside view, plus paddleboat rentals.

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Pat Connolly’s

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Old-school Irish bar serving beer alongside standard pub eats & unique menu items.

6400 Oakland Ave (St. Louis)

Old-school Irish bar serving beer alongside standard pub eats & unique menu items.

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Sarpino's Pizzeria Richmond Heights tackles late-night cravings with hand-made specialty pies from Italian tradition and a real vegan and…

6654 Clayton Rd (St. Louis)

Sarpino's Pizzeria Richmond Heights tackles late-night cravings with hand-made specialty pies from Italian tradition and a real vegan and gluten-free lineup using Daiya, Beyond Meat, and Field Roast.

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Kosher Jewish delicatessen featuring bagels and familiar eats such as corned beef and pastrami.

7608 Wydown Blvd (St. Louis)

Kosher Jewish delicatessen featuring bagels and familiar eats such as corned beef and pastrami.

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Retro, moon-themed hotel eatery with a rooftop terrace bar serving American fare & cocktails.

6177 Delmar Blvd (St. Louis)

Retro, moon-themed hotel eatery with a rooftop terrace bar serving American fare & cocktails.

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Long-running Italian restaurant specializing in old-world-style meat, seafood & pasta entrees.

200 S Brentwood Blvd (St. Louis)

Long-running Italian restaurant specializing in old-world-style meat, seafood & pasta entrees.

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Peno Soul Food

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Small, easygoing eatery offering Southern Italian soul cuisine such as seafood pastas & stews.

7600 Wydown Blvd (St. Louis)

Small, easygoing eatery offering Southern Italian soul cuisine such as seafood pastas & stews.

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Half & Half

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Classic American breakfast & lunch offerings plus gourmet coffee in a relaxed setting.

8135 Maryland Ave (St. Louis)

Classic American breakfast & lunch offerings plus gourmet coffee in a relaxed setting.

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Southern dishes provided in a warm, informal space with an open kitchen, artful decor & patio seats.

8127 Maryland Ave (St. Louis)

Southern dishes provided in a warm, informal space with an open kitchen, artful decor & patio seats.

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Mi Ranchito

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Family-owned joint in a strip mall with folksy decor, serving Mexican staples & jumbo margaritas.

887 Kingsland Ave (St. Louis)

Family-owned joint in a strip mall with folksy decor, serving Mexican staples & jumbo margaritas.

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Branch of a regional chain dispensing hot & cold sandwiches in a simple, counter-serve setting.

360 Skinker Blvd (St. Louis)

Branch of a regional chain dispensing hot & cold sandwiches in a simple, counter-serve setting.

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Casual, cozy, trendy spot for classic Mexican recipes plus a choice of margaritas, tequilas and mezcals.

630 North and South Rd (St. Louis)

Casual, cozy, trendy spot for classic Mexican recipes plus a choice of margaritas, tequilas and mezcals.

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Plant-forward pescatarian restaurant serving vegan & seafood dishes, as well as creative cocktails.

622 North and South Rd (St. Louis)

Plant-forward pescatarian restaurant serving vegan & seafood dishes, as well as creative cocktails.

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

9871 Monarch Dr (St. Louis)

Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

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VINO VOLO

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Stand-alone & airport wine bars offering lunch, dinner & small plates with custom-paired wines.

10701 Lambert International Blvd (St. Louis)

Stand-alone & airport wine bars offering lunch, dinner & small plates with custom-paired wines.

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Pietro's

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Since 1960, Pietro's has been the neighborhood spot for red-sauce comfort, from incredible toasted ravioli to hearty pastas, a dinner salad…

3801 Watson Rd (St. Louis)

Since 1960, Pietro's has been the neighborhood spot for red-sauce comfort, from incredible toasted ravioli to hearty pastas, a dinner salad with that house dressing you secretly crave, and a properly poured martini. When you need classic done right this week, go here and let tradition do its job.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 3, 2026

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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.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 8, 2026

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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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Some nights this week call for zero fuss and maximum flavor. Pops Pizza & Wings keeps it simple with fresh, saucy wings and hot, cheesy…

601 Chestnut St (St. Louis)

Some nights this week call for zero fuss and maximum flavor. Pops Pizza & Wings keeps it simple with fresh, saucy wings and hot, cheesy pies that hit the spot when you want good food, no pretense, and maybe a reason to text the group chat.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Casual eatery dishing up 30-flavor wings as well as cheesesteaks and burgers, plus salads.

10440 Page Ave (St. Louis)

Casual eatery dishing up 30-flavor wings as well as cheesesteaks and burgers, plus salads.

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Small spot for pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven plus a drive-thru.

10800 Big Bend Rd

Small spot for pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven plus a drive-thru.

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Cozy Italian eatery serving elevated versions of classic dishes, plus cocktails, and desserts.

48 Maryland Plaza (St. Louis)

Cozy Italian eatery serving elevated versions of classic dishes, plus cocktails, and desserts.

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Rooster

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Bright brunch restaurant specializing in crêpes, elevated European comfort fare & cocktails.

3150 S Grand Blvd (St. Louis)

Bright brunch restaurant specializing in crêpes, elevated European comfort fare & cocktails.

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Steve's Meltdown

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Counter-serve restaurant doling out creative grilled cheese sandwiches, plus scratch-made soups.

3730 Foundry Way Stall 16 (St. Louis)

Counter-serve restaurant doling out creative grilled cheese sandwiches, plus scratch-made soups.

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Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

6110 S Lindbergh Blvd (St. Louis)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

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Songbird

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Neighborhood eatery serving breakfast staples, sandwiches, specialty drinks & single-origin coffee.

3153 Morgan Ford Rd (St. Louis)

Neighborhood eatery serving breakfast staples, sandwiches, specialty drinks & single-origin coffee.

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Miami Grill

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Restaurant offering burgers, shrimp, chicken wings & other eats in an unassuming setting.

7101 Page Ave (St. Louis)

Restaurant offering burgers, shrimp, chicken wings & other eats in an unassuming setting.

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Family-friendly, casual eatery with a patio serving pit-smoked meats, like brisket and ribs, plus sandwiches, tacos, sides and buffalo…

6301 Clayton Ave (St. Louis)

Family-friendly, casual eatery with a patio serving pit-smoked meats, like brisket and ribs, plus sandwiches, tacos, sides and buffalo wings.

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Casual, dog-friendly eatery with BBQ meats including pulled pork and brisket and a full bar.

1090 Old Des Peres Rd (Des Peres)

Casual, dog-friendly eatery with BBQ meats including pulled pork and brisket and a full bar.

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Neighborhood eatery serving seafood and traditional American fare, as well as wine and beer.

3257 Ivanhoe Ave (St. Louis)

Neighborhood eatery serving seafood and traditional American fare, as well as wine and beer.

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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.

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Fast-food spot for fry creations – steak, fish, chicken, shrimp, crab, burger – plus wings and salads.

2825 N Sarah St (St. Louis)

Fast-food spot for fry creations – steak, fish, chicken, shrimp, crab, burger – plus wings and salads.

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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.

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On the Hill, Pizzeria da Gloria turns out wood-fired pies that are light, crispy, and somehow massive on flavor. Expect soulful ambience,…

2024 Marconi Ave (St. Louis)

On the Hill, Pizzeria da Gloria turns out wood-fired pies that are light, crispy, and somehow massive on flavor. Expect soulful ambience, simple toppings done right, and a pizzaiolo vibe that channels old Italy... the perfect midweek treat when you want dinner to feel special without trying.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Casual, clean, family-run BBQ destination specializing in ribs and brisket, plus pulled pork.

6417 Hampton Ave (St. Louis)

Casual, clean, family-run BBQ destination specializing in ribs and brisket, plus pulled pork.

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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.

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