17 Best Southern Restaurants near Maplewood

Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken Chicken • $
7434 Manchester Rd, Maplewood

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders with Fried Okra and Mac N Cheese
3 Piece Dark Meet Withfries and Slaw
Half Chicken Baked Beans and Slaw
Two-Piece Breast and Thigh
Coleslaw and Mac N Cheese
Chicken Tenders Meal
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Pickle Spears
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Half Chicken Plate

“This is really the best tasty and spicy, but not too spicy, fried chicken you can get your hands on!!! The chicken is fried to perfection and the sides are excellent! Highly recommend going here!!“

4 Good196 Reviews
Who Dat Southern Food Bar and Grill Southern • $
4247 S Kingshighway Blvd 1st floor, St. Louis - 3.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Crawfish Etouffee with Fish and an Alligator Burger with Fries
Shrimp & Rice Etouffee with Two Piece Fried Fish
Chicken Wings and Fries so so Fire
Shrimp Etouffee with Fried Fish
Cajun Style Shrimp Nachos
Fish and Shrimp Etouffee
Shrimp and Chicken Wings
Shrimp and Alligator
Side of Alligator
Chicken Tender

“outstanding! wife and i had special of Shrimp Etouffee and Fried Catfish. not overly spicy, full of flavor, worth the drive and Ted Drews just a few blocks west on Chippewa. ENJOY“

4.7 Superb126 Reviews
Elicious Southern Style Breakfast and Brunch Southern • $
500 S Florissant Rd, Ferguson - 8.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pork Chops Pancakes Potatoes and Eggs
Johnny's Favorite Breakfast Plate
Southern Fried Fish & Grits
Garden Omelet Catfish Fillet
Pancakes with Maple Syrup
St Louis Wings & Waffles
Southern Fried Pork Chop
Traditional Breakfast
4 Piece Chicken Wings
Bacon Sausage Links

“The restaurant was extremely nice from the moment I walked in. The food came out fresh and hot, the service was excellent, and the entire place was very clean. The owner was attentive and aware of everything going on, which really showed how much they care about their guests’ experience. I ordered the deep-fried pork chop with scrambled eggs and grits, and when I say it was excellent, I mean it gets a 100% in my books. Everything was cooked just right and full of flavor. I will definitely be back, and I’m thankful that I finally came into this restaurant. Highly recommended!“

4.4 Superb481 Reviews
The Dogwood in The Grove / The Social Affair Catering & Event Design Southern • $$
4308 Manchester Ave, St. Louis - 3.76 miles

“Attended a wedding here & it was a beautiful venue in a cute area of town!“

5 Superb25 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
12536 Olive Blvd A, Creve Coeur - 8.71 miles

Customers` Favorites

Egg Salad on Croissant with a Side of Pasta Salad
Classic Carol w Loaded Potato Soup
Olivia's Old South Chicken Salad
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Egg Salad Sandwich
Buffalo Barclay
Jalapeno Holly
Pimento Cheese
Classic Salad
Sassy Scotty

“Rob was so nice. It was my first time. He made excellent recommendations. They were spot on. Delicious. All of the staff was amazing. It was a beautiful day to sit on the patio. I will definitely be back!“

4.3 Superb117 Reviews
Grace Meat + Three Southern • $
4270 Manchester Ave, St. Louis - 3.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Whole Bird - Rick's Famous Fried Chicken
Cornmeal Crusted Catfish
Fried Bologna Sandwich
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Fried Chicken
The Chicken Sandwich
Chicken and Waffles
Grace Devilled Eggs
Grace Deviled Eggs
Skillet Cornbread

“Edit: Propt attention was giving by owner regaring the issue. Thank you. Got food poisoning from the catfish, 😢 Sunday, October 19th, 2025. Super sad, everything else was good. We all shared everything except the catfish, our out of town guest is super miserable this morning. Manchester location.“

4.1 Good321 Reviews
Grace Chicken + Fish Southern • $
4270 Manchester Ave Storefront Located on, Tower Grove Ave, St. Louis - 3.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich and Mashed Potatoes
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Waffles
Macaroni and Cheese
Curry Vegetables
Half Chicken
Hot Chicken
Cornbread

“I love eating at Grace this is my 4th time coming with my Church and I love it, the workers are so very Nice and kind very friendly,?The is Delicious, I always order they’re Catfish!“

4 Good61 Reviews
Vails Brothers Shrimp Chicken & Fish Southern • $
4420 Manchester Ave, St. Louis - 3.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

8 Piece with Rolls and French Fries
Catfish Fillet Plates the Grove
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
French Fries the Grove
Fried Catfish Fillets
Onion Rings the Grove
Catfish Sandwich
Honey Hot Sauce
Chicken Wings
Fish & Shrimp

“When Willie was in the hospital he ate this catfish 3 times a week and ate the entire adult sized meal when he was extremely picky and wouldn't eat very much of anything else. Cooked perfect every time! He just came back for a MRI and this catfish is what he asked for when we told him he could have anything he wants. We all love the food here!“

3.6 Good102 Reviews
Hodak's Restaurant & Bar Chicken • $
2100 Gravois Ave, St. Louis - 5.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Potato Salad \u0026 Baked Beans
Famous Fried Chicken Dinner
Country Fried Steak Dinner
Freshly Breaded Mushrooms
Hodak's Chicken Strips
Hodak's Chicken Wings
Momma's Sticky Wings
Chicken Fried Steak
Breaded Frog Legs
Chicken Sandwich

“Always good food and service“

4.4 Superb309 Reviews
Peno Soul Food Italian • $$
7600 Wydown Blvd, St. Louis - 2.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pepe's Sicilian Cheesy Garlic Bread
Olive and Grape Salad & Bruschetta
Beet and Goat Cheese Salad
Pizza with Brown Butter
Tuscan Styled Tiramisu
Veal Cutlet Parmesan
Giant Beef Meatballs
Sicilian Eggplant
Braised Octopus
Seafood Pasta

“Best food and kindest people!“

4.5 Superb86 Reviews
Gourmet Soul Restaurant and Catering Soul Food • $
1620 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis - 6.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Fish Filet Sweet Potatoes w Greens & Corn Cake
Collard Greens w Smoked Turkey
Smothered Pork Chop and Side
Pork Chop and Mac and Cheese
Sweet and Spicy Wings
Mac and Cheese Bowl
Bake Chicken & Side
Smothered Porkchop
Cornbread Dressing
Shrimp and Grits

“Excellent service and Fantastic Soul Food“

4.3 Superb142 Reviews
Honey Bee's Biscuits and Good Eats Breakfast • $
200 N Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood - 4.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Biscuits and Gravy with Bacon Egg and Cheese with a Salted Caramel Iced Coffee
Pumpkin Spice Biscuit with Cream Sauce and Apple Slices
Biscuits and Gravy with Bacon and Egg and Cheese
French Toast Biscuit with Blueberry Composte
Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit Sandwich
Bacon Egg Cheese Biscuit Sandwich
Bacon Egg and Cheese Sammie
Biscuit with Sausage Gravy
Spicy Biscuit and Gravy
Egg and Cheese Sandwich

“we were all from out of town, looking for a good bite. and although its a tad pricey, man, did this deliver! the coffee was delicious, the biscuits were huge.. and delicious. the burritos were hearty and filling.. and idk what seasoning stuff they put on the hashbrowns, but wonderful. I felt like a stuffed big leaving that place, but it was every bit of worth it. if I lived in the area, it would definitely be one of my new go-tos for breakfast. my last thing, im not sure who the man is who was running the counter today, but he was cheesy and joyful, right up my alley! he made a "funny" from my husbands name and I ate it up lol I absolutely love stuff like that so it made my experience all the better.“

4.2 Good226 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
1050 S Hwy Dr, Fenton - 9.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grandmas Breakfast Platter Dine in: Yes Takeout: No Curbside pickup: No
Fried Okra Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: No
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Scratch-Made Meatloaf Family Meal Basket
Biscuits N' Gravy with Bacon or Sausage
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Biscuits and Corn Muffins
Two Buttermilk Pancakes
Grilled Cheese Sandwich

“food was good. staff was extremely friendly and helpful.“

4 Good366 Reviews
HWY 61 Roadhouse Cajun/Creole • $$
34 S Old Orchard Ave, Webster Groves - 1.74 miles

Customers` Favorites

Catfish Fries and Coleslaw
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Louisiana BBQ Shrimp
Mississippi Mud Pie
Gorgonzola Burger
Roadhouse Fries
Voodoo Chicken
Fried Chicken
Cajun Sampler
BBQ Spaghetti

“i have been there several times and always call ahead for a table in the bar area. i love the bartender my drinks are always fast and taste good , i alway love the bands because it is a older group of peeps ,like me , but they are loud ,sit in the bar at the high tops and you can see all the bands and the peeps dancing and the girl bartending i think is jamie is so friendly“

3.9 Good176 Reviews
OL’ Henry Restaurant Soul Food • $$
8600 Airport Rd, St. Louis - 9.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pork Chops Cabbage Mac N Cheese Sweet Potatoes Cornbread and Peach Cobbler
Baked Chicken Dressing and Mac and Cheese
8 Pound Sliced Ham or Sliced Beef
Lady Ada S Mac N Cheese
2 Whole Smoked Chickens
Veggie Burger and Fries
Shrimp & Grits w Bacon
Lemon Pound Cake Loaf
Smothered Pork Chops
Chicken and Waffles

“I don't think a lot of people are leaving a review for this place cuz they're too stuffed and tired they're taking a nap after they eat here. I went to a graduation today and it was catered by your guys and I have never had food like this at a graduation party this was delicious everything had flavor it didn't taste like cardboard cutout catering food we had chicken wings we had pork steaks we had lasagna (that was my favorite) mac and cheese mashed potatoes that melt in your mouth (my favorite) collard greens corn on the cob collard greens. there was no one but no one walking away hungry it was so delicious everything just melted in your mouth you could have heard a pin drop while everyone was eating well you did hear a lot of, that's good, what restaurant is this?, where is this place located, oh my gosh I'm stuffed, I'm going to let this settle and I'm going back up for some more.... heard a lot of that ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I was a guest today but I plan on being a customer real soon thank you to everyone today for the great food if you got a hanger in for something good I recommend this place you cannot go wrong thank you for taking the time to read my review every bit and every word of this is true have a great day“

3.6 Good125 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
6110 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis - 6.56 miles

Customers` Favorites

Butterfly Shrimp & Chicken Tenders
Bourbon Street Chicken Platter
Macaroni \u0026 Cheese
Sweet Potato Casserole
8 Piece Whole Bird Box
Variety of Desserts
Chocolate Fountain
Macaroni & Cheese
Chocolate Brownie
Chocolate Pudding

“breakfast was really good.“

3.5 Good321 Reviews
Slim Chickens Chicken • $
1515 Hampton Ave, St. Louis - 2.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Cheesecake Jar Dessert
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Wings Combo with Fries
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Club Sandwich
Chicken & Waffles
Chicken Fingers
Fried Mushrooms
Mango Habanero
Fried Chicken

“Hi! While sitting in line I had time to type this! Food and sauces are great for fast food as always ! But this is the slowest drive threw line I'v ever used in my life! The Hampton location still needs some work !“

3.3 Good206 Reviews

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