Top 5 Apple Fritters in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

The King Kong of the doughnut box, the apple fritter eclipses its counterparts not simply because of its size, but because of…

By Cheryl Baehr

Donut Drive-In.
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Soda Fountain Express Serves Outrageous Shakes in Westport Plaza

Westport Plaza is going through a growth spurt, with a raft of new residential and commercial development underway. The latest business to…

By Matt Sorrell

The A Very Un-Happy Birthday Freak Shake is a birthday cake shake topped with a Funfetti cupcake, whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, a snickerdoodle cookie, a rainbow pop and a cherry.
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South Grand's GOTham and Eggs Is Good Enough for a Superhero

If you're looking for a  breakfast suited for a superhero, GOTham and Eggs (3139 South Grand Boulevard, 314-833-8355)  has you covered.  The…

By Paula Tredway

Mabel Suen
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The 10 Best New St. Louis Restaurants of 2023

Ten years ago, I sat down to write my first-ever Best New Restaurants roundup as a brand-new critic dazzled by all of…

By Cheryl Baehr

Mabel Suen
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Top 5 Steaks in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

While recent years have seen the St. Louis restaurant scene go far beyond its meat-and-potatoes reputation, the area remains, at its heart,…

By Cheryl Baehr

Tucker's Place
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For Amazing Wood-Fired Pies, Visit 1929 Pizza & Wine in Wood River

Great pizza, crispy salad dressed well and fantastic wine: What more could you ask for? That's the premise behind Amy and Matt…

By Jessica Rogen

BRADEN MCMAKIN
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A St. Louis 'Society Girl' Demanded a Nice House — And Now This Beaut Is for Sale

I’m passionate about big old houses, classic cars and the river, so I hit a trifecta when car collector Guy Crouch invited…

By Chris Andoe

Image: A St. Louis 'Society Girl' Demanded a Nice House — And Now This Beaut Is for Sale
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Kabul Express Beautifully Blends Culinary Traditions in the Patch

When you walk into Kabul Express (7704 Ivory Street), it seems like a nice neighborhood spot in the Patch, with a wide-open…

By Jessica Rogen

Mixed grill with chicken and beef kabob, seasoned rice, mixed salad, chutney and tzatziki sauce.
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Top 5 Slingers in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

Beloved by some, reviled by others — likely based on the amount of alcohol you have coursing through your bloodstream — there's…

By Cheryl Baehr

The slinger is made with a quarter-pound prime patty, hash, chili, American cheese and onion hay.
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Dumplings and Tea Serves Delicious Northern Chinese Fare in Chesterfield

When it comes to Chinese food, it's hard to beat a dumpling for deliciousness. And the northern-style dumplings and bao at Dumplings…

By Jessica Rogen

Mix-and-match dumplings come in options such as pork with kale, shrimp with zucchini and egg, and tofu with cabbage and carrots.
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5 Top Fried Chicken in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

Few dishes evoke the intense emotion of fried chicken — and understandably so. A staple of home-cooked meals and the embodiment of…

By Cheryl Baehr

"Rick's Famous Fried Chicken" isn't Nashville hot, but it's still damn good.
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Levels Serves Powerfully Flavorful Nigerian Fare in Downtown St. Louis

One bite at Levels Nigerian Cuisine (1405 Washington Avenue, levelsstl.com) and you'll realize that you've ventured into new territory — in the…

By Jessica Rogen

Goat and grits with bell peppers, onions, scotch bonnet peppers and red pepper flakes served on a bed of buttered grits.
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St. Louis Restaurants We Lost So Far in 2023 [PHOTOS]

We're spoiled in St. Louis by what seems to be a never-ending supply of top restaurants opening up shop. Still, that's little…

By Jessica Rogen

J. Devoti Trattoria,The Hill An Italian spot that offered modern cuisine with fresh local ingredients, J. Devoti Trattoria was a favorite of RFT Dining Critic Cheryl Baehr, but not all good things can last.
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16 St. Louis Holiday Pop-Up Bars to Fill Any Grinch With Cheer

‘Tis the season to get blitzed, and St. Louis is full of festive pop-up bars to help you get into the holiday…

By Paula Tredway

Sippin' Santa
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At St. Louis' Deli Divine, Nosh on Top Jewish-American Deli Fare

For an amazing Reuben or top-notch smoked lox on a New York-style bagel, there's really only one place within St. Louis city…

By Jessica Rogen

Combo sandwich of smoked turkey and pastrami on rye with mustard.
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Top 5 French Fries in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

While there is no such thing as a bad French fry, a truly extraordinary, crispy golden spud can make the jump from…

By Cheryl Baehr

Mabel Suen
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Jovick Brothers Serves Can't-Miss Burgers and More in Princeton Heights

Bite into one of Casey Jovick's over-the-top smashburgers at his Princeton Heights neighborhood spot Jovick Brothers Burgers, and you'll be an instant…

By Jessica Rogen

Mabel Suen
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Find St. Louis' Best Sushi at Sado on the Hill

St. Louis' best sushi can be found in an unexpected spot: right in the middle of the city's Italian neighborhood. Sado (5201…

By Jessica Rogen

Mabel Suen
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Top 5 Biscuits and Gravy in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

With the cold temperatures comes a longing for ultimate comfort fare — and perhaps no other morning staple hits that spot like…

By Cheryl Baehr

Rosemary biscuit topped with mushroom gravy.
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For Bagel-Lovers' Bagels, Visit Lefty's in Chesterfield

St. Louis is undeniably having a bagel moment, and Lefty's (13359 Olive Boulevard, Chesterfield; 314-275-0959) is a big part of that. Owners…

By Jessica Rogen

Braden McMakin
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Top 5 White Pizzas in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

You can refer to it as white pizza, pizza bianca if you're feeling fancy, or pizza without tomato sauce if you're just…

By Cheryl Baehr

Bonci at Pizzeria da Gloria
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A St. Louisan’s Guide to Tipping Properly (and Not Being That Guy)

Tipping has gotten really wonky over the past few years. With the rise of tablet-based payment systems that prompt you for gratuity…

By Collin Preciado

Sit-Down Restaurant Unless your server straight up spits in your face, you have to tip close to 20 percent no matter what. That’s an unbreakable social contract. If you truly had a horrible experience due to the waitstaff, then speak to a manager. And don’t go on Yelp with your “I’d give this place zero stars if I could” review. Handle it like an adult and speak to someone in charge. If you get into it with the manager, the problem is definitely you, and you should never go back to that restaurant again.
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Cafe Ganadara's Sensational Korean-American Fare Spices Up St. Louis Hills

For a thrilling version of Korean-American cuisine with a New York Koreatown flair, head to Cafe Ganadara (6413 Hampton Avenue, 314-802-7044) in…

By Jessica Rogen, Mabel Suen

Mabel Suen
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Top 5 Pumpkin Spice Lattes in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

The leaves are turning vibrant colors, porch planters are filled with mums and mantels are adorned with decorative gourds. This can mean…

By Cheryl Baehr

Living Room Coffee's PSL
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Top 5 Avocado Toasts in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

Once prime fodder for millennial bashing, avocado toast is now firmly established as a staple of daytime dining — and at the…

By Cheryl Baehr

Anita Cafe
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Anita Cafe in Midtown Offers Fresh Food, Coffee and Cocktails

When the restaurant is owned by a registered dietician, you know you're going to get the best possible food served to you…

By Jaime Lees

Mabel Suen
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Los Incas Brings Traditional Food From Peru to O'Fallon, Missouri

For utterly delicious drinks and savory dishes like seco de carne (a slow-cooked beef served with white rice and thyme-scented beans), drop…

By Riverfront Times

Mabel Suen
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Top 5 Onion Rings in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

French fries may be the classic sandwich side dish, but there's a case to be made that a perfectly executed onion ring…

By Cheryl Baehr

Wright's Tavern onion rings
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Where to Get $5 Tacos at St. Louis Restaurants This Taco Week

It’s officially the best week of the year: Taco Week. St. Louis Taco Week kicks off today and runs through October 15.…

By Riverfront Times

Alpha Brewing Company Pork Al Pastor with Peppered Pineapples: Smoked pork shoulder from Kenrick's Meats elevated with thin sliced peppers and pineapple chunks and tossed in lime-guajillo pepper sauce.
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Fourth City BBQ Shows Off Wood-Smoked Meats on Cherokee Street

Fourth City BBQ offers something difficult to find in St. Louis: all-wood smoked meats. With this kind of cooking, customers get a…

By Riverfront Times

Mabel Suen
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For $10 or Less, You Can Get a Great Meal at These St. Louis Restaurants

With inflation impacting communities across the country, it's getting harder and harder to find a decent meal for a decent price. This…

By Riverfront Times

Mabel Suen
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Top 5 Breakfast Sandwiches in St. Louis, Chosen by Our Critic

There are very few things worth getting out of bed early for. A royal wedding. Early access to the Eras Tour European…

By Cheryl Baehr

The Combo at Songbird
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