St. Louis, once a key port on the Mississippi River and the U.S.’s fourth-largest city, is a melting pot of cuisines and cultures. Owing to the city’s amazingly diverse population, you can find an exquisite fine-dining establishment, an Israeli restaurant, a Mexican brunch spot, and much more.
Whatever you need, you’ll find it in this city. This is especially true if you love your chicken and waffles. Here is a guide for the best places to eat and drink in St. Louis.
Southern
Southern opened its doors in 2015 as a partnership between the Pappy’s Smokehouse proprietor, Mike Emerson, and the James Beard nominee chef Rick Lewis. The establishment has since won multiple accolades, including the best-fried chicken and the best new restaurant.
Southern serves some of the best southern dishes. If you love super spicy fried chicken, Southern has you covered. If you want a spicy chicken sandwich, at Southern, you’ll get the best. But their stand out dish is their General Tso’s chicken. It’s sweet and spicy like a General Tso’s dish, but much better.
Juniper
Juniper is a St.Louis staple and an excellent place to enjoy your chicken, waffles, and cocktails. It has an approachable and playful menu that takes delicious Southern-influenced food and turns it into exceedingly delicious dishes.
And, if you crave handcrafted cocktails, they have you covered. Juniper’s excellent drink program makes it a perfect spot for happy hour beverages and snacks (small plates plus sides).
The Shack
Everything about The Shack is excellent – great ambiance, creative dishes, and fun staff. It offers a family environment that’s comfortable, laid back, and fun. They have brilliant little jokes and sayings posted throughout the place. The witty sayings on the walls give this already vibrant establishment a surprisingly homey vibe.
The food is excellent – it’s served in generous portions, the dishes have great names, and everything on the menu is delicious. Make sure you stop by for breakfast and brunch, their specialties.
The Shaved Duck
The Shaved Duck is one of the most beloved restaurants in St. Louis, and it’s for a good reason. They have live music, it’s hip, it’s intimate, it’s comfortable, and the food is delicious. Also, the staff is excellent – everyone is eager to help.
For six days a week, talented artists bring soul and folk into The Shaved Duck. And, their décor is fun; there are lots of photos of artists. Although The Shaved Duck is off the beaten path, you will be happy to have made the detour.
You, however, should keep in mind that this spot is very popular and quaint. So if you’re in a party of more than 5, you should go early. Also, they do not take reservations. Make sure you try their award-winning barbecue, not matter how big your group is.
These four restaurants will make you fall in love with St. Louis. If you need a place to devour delicious chicken and waffles, you better make it there.
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