30 Best Barbeque Restaurants in St. Louis

“Absolutely great. To sum it up into two words. Delicious. Small line when we first got there. But as their sign says, don't worry about a table it'll be ready when you are. Ordered, found a seat, got our drinks and within 5 minutes had our food. So delicious. Burnt ends are so tender they fell apart. Didn't even need BBQ sauce. Covered them anyway because I love sauce. Pulled pork was the same way. Very tender and flavorful. Good fries. Good baked beans. Great cookie. Will visit again.Parking: Parking is behind the building. Down the alley on the right.“

“BEST Ribs! These are seriously some of the best ribs I have ever had. We had the Rocket Platter there were 4 of us and we left with a few ribs. The Platter included 3 sandwiches and 3 sides. The sandwiches we chose were pulled pork, burnt ends, and brisket. All the sandwiches were excellent. The sauces were good, the north Carolina BBQ sauce very authentic. The sides were BBQ beans, coleslaw and potato salad. Sides were all good, the coleslaw is very vinegar based no mayonnaise. Have I mentioned the ribs? Soo good. The owner and folks who work there are extremely friendly which makes the experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant is smaller so that might be a consideration for a larger group. They have good parking. HIGHLY recommend!“

“I've lived around the corner from the place for two years and FINALLY decided to try it a couple days ago. I'll just say that I REALLY played myself by not stopping in sooner. The mac n cheese is pretty basic as well as the baked beans, but I'm not completely going to write them off. I really liked the okra and garlic bread/toast, too. The ribs and smoked wings were absolutely delicious. I will be back, and often.“

“We recently moved to the area from Florida and were in search of great St. Louis BBQ. We dined at many establishments and though the food was good, we were not wowed until now. Dalie's Smokehouse Was exceptional. The food was phenomenal and the customer service and attentiveness were superb. You could tell that thw folks at Dalie’s didn’t just want our business, they wanted us to have a wonderful experience and to become a part of the family. We found our spot. See you again real soon.“

“Bogarts 4.5/5 Sugarfire 0/5 Pappy's 5/5 Bogarts has pastrami which we didn't see anywhere else, so we tried that. Very good! The ribs are also very good but Pappy's is just a tad better. Bogarts was a little more difficult to get to via public transportation, but it's doable. We came at 3 (they close at 4) on a weekday and it was empty. Same coleslaw as Pappy's (we were told they have the same owner) which is vinegar base with cabbage and apple. Great compliment to the rich bbq. I did need some sauce on the ribs here and there but nothing close to Sugarfire (tough and dry).“

“The barbecue is killer I absolutely kill her if you have not eaten here you must eat the barbecue I love the chicken brisket the pulled pork it is absolutely amazing they got several different barbecue sauces I'm telling you this is probably the best around probably the best in St Louis I'm not lying to you I'm not pulling your leg I am telling you this place is barbecue is amazing it is for real it is the real deal I will put this about any other restaurant in St Louis that I have been to that serves barbecue if you have not been here you must check this out I think they're really there for lunch is there big time.“

“Stellar Hog is always our go to for BBQ! So much so that we had our wedding reception there. Carnivore or vegetarian… there is something for everyone! Great patio, great dinning room (sometimes with live music), cold drinks, and amazing food… what more could you ask for?“

“We were in town for business and this place was recommended by a friend. We were fortunate enough to meet the owners Darren and Charlene and they are awesome! We ordered spicy longanisa (Philippine sausage) and pumuputok na Manok (bbq chicken wings) with garlic fried rice and we could tell right away the love that they put into their food because it came out in the flavor. My only regret is that we’re from Chicago and it’ll take a minute for us to get back there but we’ll see you soon!“

“I had the appetizer of hummus with toasted bread so good. The ribs were so tender and juicy and let’s not forget the turkey, excellent. The food, the atmosphere, the staff and the owner are amazing and super friendly. I definitely recommend it. Oh almost forgot the mac and cheese.“

“I came to the lou on yesterday made a wrong turn and saw this place I stop but the food was not ready yet around two me and my sister went back and all i can stay the meat was buzzing and i can't wait to go back and they oxtails was the bomb customer service was A1Parking: It was great“

“What we loved the most about this place was the service! The food was very good, and generous portions and the beer selection was excellent, but the way they greeted us, and sought us out because they happened to be playing bingo and wanted to make sure we felt included.. they brought our food and checked on like we were family of the owners..just wow! We are not from St. Louis and stopped in, we are so glad we did and added a pin to google for one of our favorite places if we are ever back in town!“

“This is what we've been waiting for! Coursed menu, elevated experience from start to finish. These young chefs is going to go far and I'm here for all of it! Located downtown, the outside isn't much to look at, but as soon as you enter, you're greeted with the modern and stylish yellow and gray decor. Counter Seating and a few Tables on the perimeter shape the room. Staff is friendly and you can tell they put so much into their Service. For this restaurant, you reserve your seat online ahead of time and pre-pay the meal. My first visit was for Brunch on 9/24, the 10a Seating. 4 courses, starting with Shrimp n Grits, then French Toast, then Asian Croissant, then Honey Cake. (See Photo of menu for details). Overall, amazing!! I added the cocktail pairing which was a Mimosa and a Coffee Martini, both excellent. My only point of feedback would be that the menu was Carb forward and really could have used an Egg or Veggie forward dish as Course 3 to break it up, but all of everything tasted amazing. The restroom, yep, it's a Vibe too and very Clean. I'm motivated to come for Dinner and will be back soon!“

“BBQ was so good! Sides not so much. My group had the ribs, burnt ends (not really that burnt), shrimp and grits (kinda sweet), cornbread, pulled pork and meatloaf. All were great in their own way, but for sure loved the ribs and pulled pork.“

“When I travel to a new place I like to try new places. Loved this place so much I went back a second time. Sides are so awesome. They have a few special sides each day. Husband and I each had 2 sides and I tried each one and all were amazing. First day had PBLT, oh so good. For supper a couple days later had salmon and turkey plate and both were perfection!“

“Very good as always. Interesting decor and atmosphere. Brought out-of-towners. Crowded as usual but didnt stand in line but for a few minutes to order at the counter. Fast service with tray with butcher paper as plates. Great smoked meat variety incl ribs if not sold out along with three different BBQ sauces. Love the white sauce. Multiple choices of sides and three kinds of delicious pies. Get your own drinks. Some shared seating on long tables. Outside dining too. Beer available. Always good eating!Parking: Has Disabled parking. Large lot located in small strip mall.Kid-friendliness: Casual interesting BBQ restaurant that is perfect for families. Not sure about high chairs etc.Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance is wellchair accessible. Small space inside but tables open up or can sit at end of long tables or at smaller tables.“

“The barbecue was so good we have tip sandwich was so amazing the first bite it took me way back and it was so good. I recommend this to anybody coming from Northside from the north side. It was so good and the service was good I didn’t have to wait too long and it was amazing so good.“

“Eclectic array of burger choices to tantalize your taste buds! While my experience left me slightly underwhelmed given the price point, with the All American burger priced at $17, boasting two 6oz patties adorned with cheese, grilled onions, and mayo, I found the onion portion lacking. Asked for med-well cook, came out well done. However, the seasoned fries were great! Despite this, I'm intrigued by the other enticing combinations on offer and plan to explore more options in the future. The Cream Cheese Jalepeno Poppers were fantastic and something I would have again.“

“First time here! everything was so yummy soup of the day was broccoli cheddar & top notch then we had a Bavarian pretzel so fresh and the cheese & mustard were a great compliment they no longer have Chorks, but these brisket egg rolls are ridiculous just so smokey & good. Came with jalapeno ranch & I got regular ranch too but this pizza this is the Stan, so many layers of flavor, I cannot even begin to describe ‍ chicken, bacon, green peppers & the sauce oh and the service was great too, we got to seat ourselves and were greeted with menus pretty quickly I wish it wasn't so far away, but we will be back I wish I would have gotten a shot of the picture of Anthony Bourdain!“

“I tried the blackened Mahi tacos, and they did not disappoint. I'm usually not a huge fan of mangoes on my tacos, but this actually worked. The chips and guacamole were adequate enough. The service was great, Thank You Christine!!! I was told the burger was a good bar burger (who doesn't love bar food) and the grilled chicken sandwich was also very good. The had a ton of sports memorabilia, and TVs visible from any angle, playing a variety of different events. My only complaint, and it's no fault of the restaurant, is parking sucked. Give Lester's a shot.“

“Great staff, fun atmosphere, and great music. I went here on a Wednesday when they have a sort of “open mic” that I can only compare to going down to Louisiana to hear everyone jam together. They do not have food on Wednesdays but you can bring in outside food. They also have cocktails, mocktails, THC drinks, CBD drinks, and soft drinks. Definitely a place I’d revisit for a good time.“

“A bartender walked up to us and asked us when are we going to buy drinks which was awkward. I guess we were taking too long to order. ? The music was enjoyable. I like how the bar plays music outside the bar in the back as well as the inside. Overall I will return! ?“

“We ordered 12 pounds of pulled pork for our Fourth of July celebration. The pulled pork was cooked to perfection and was absolutely phenomenal! It was delivered when promised with plenty of sauce and buns. We will definitely order from Grill Master Tony again. Thank you for everything!“

“Great new spot. It has lounge vibes. Eclectic selection of bourbon and whiskey bottles to buy. They also do flights. Some hard to find stuff. All reasonably priced. Great beer selection. They also serve a small list of food like sliders and nachos. The chicken sliders were very good. I had a few Ben Holladay old fashioned and they were excellent.“

“My daughter & her friends from Brazil had lunch at your restaurant yesterday. They said the food is not only AMAZING, but your CUSTOMER SERVICE IS EXCELLENT. THANK YOU for both. Now I can hardly wait to visit St. Louis to indulge in your DELICIOUS FOOD.“

“Being I'm a truck driver from out of time I stopped there for a drink and food and they was very welcoming there. Most bars don't like out of Towner's but they included in their round of shots and I drink too shelf??But that fish platter ???. The Owner and and her sister also check on you to make sure your good. I'll be seeing them again next time in in STL“

“Fast service. Decent portion for the food that we received. Food taste is decent but a little more seasoning and less grease would be great. This place has a tiny parking lot in the back and the rest is street parking if unable to park in the lot. This place is self service concept.“

“Server was very knowledgeable about food allergies and gave us some other suggestions around town. The brisket was the best I've had since moving away from Texas. We also got deviled eggs, pulled pork, creamed corn, and oh my gosh the beef fat fries! They were so good!!!“

“Fusion Korean food on a primer side. The chicken rice bowl was good but not great (personal opinion). I thought the rice would be warm but it was cold to the core.A small meal with one regular size bowl and a small side of kimchi came to be around $22.“

“I wish I had taken pictures before we started eating the food but I didn’t. The pictures wouldn’t do any justice anyways; y’all don’t need pictures, take my word for it! This is GOOD BBQ! I came all the way from GA and asked where was the nest bbq in MO and was told to come here!!! It was the right choice & right off the highway so it was easy navigating there! My family and I will be back whenever we’re here again!“

“I knew this was going to be good the second I walked in and got a whiff of some bulgogi. This might be my favorite restaurant on Olive Blvd. There was a bit of a weight but with good reason.. Unlike most places, Korean Cuisine uses heated stone bowls that keep soups and rice very and consistently hot. I got the chefs special Bibimbop and with the sweet gochujang, this cheesy beefy rice dish transformed my view of quality Korean food. Nothing missed. All around fantastic food and friendly service. Coming back soon for sure.“