36 Best Barbeque Restaurants near University City

“Great bbq. Will be back. Great service“

“Great food great service we waited over an hour for a table but worth it.“

“Fantastic ribs, fast friendly family oriented environment“

“Y'all, this is the best BBQ restaurant in South City. They're always friendly, fast and the food has never been less than perfect.“

“We used the catering services. Megan was prompt, communicated well and the food was super legit. Will definitely use again.“

“After seeing the review with Mr.Chimetime, I begged my husband to drive me almost 2 hours to this place, It was definitely a cool little spot. People were very friendly. But when it came to the food. Whew my feelings were hurt the brisket was flavorless and dry 😭 Nothing like what I saw in the review. Ribs were tender but i was not blown away by them, sides were the same as well. Maybe it was bad Timing but this was a big let down. Consistency is the key to a good restaurant. I will give them another chance, but I'm not in a rush to get there. I was wanting so much for this place to blow me away because I love food. And I was so excited to try them. 🥺“

“We were in town (from the Twin Cities) for the 2025 President's Day Classic, and had Hogtown Smokehouse cater a team (and parents) dinner for 30 in our hotel. Rico was fantastic in helping us out. Quick to respond to calls and emails. Gracious, and just wonderful altogether... and that's just the service. The food? The empty pans, told the story. Brisket, Turkey and Pork for meats. Mac & cheese, potato salad and beans for sides. EVERYTHING was amazing! I never right reviews, but Rico and staff deserve this one. If you're reading this, don't hesitate to give them a try. Thanks again, Rico!“

“This is for people who want a fine dining culinary experience- the food was exquisite“

“Sharpshooter Pit and Grill in Affton Missouri always has the best BBQ in town! All of the food on the menu is always fresh and delicious! You won't go away hungry and you won't be disappointed. Great friendly staff too.“

“From the second we walked in, we felt welcome and the environment was so perfect and friendly! Shout out to Paul and the rest of the team for making our time there very pleasant and memorable! The food was legitimately the best ever and this location is incredibly kid friendly while also allowing for a perfect date night vibe. We look forward to coming back!“

“Ordered rib tip. Wow.....I loved the very tender & tasty & tasty rib tips & promot service. Staff very friendly. Will definitely go back.“

“Phenomenal good, amazing staff and friendly. They’ve been in the community a long time and the taste of food or level of service has never declined. I pray over the continued success

Kid-friendliness: Ample seating and appropriate music/ tv shows on.“

“Great food!!!! Great staff as well!!“

“This food literally touched my soul on another level. Chicken falls off the bone, incredible“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 @sugarfiresmokehouse Alright, Lindsay, here, your vegetarian guide in the BBQ jungle of SugarFire Smokehouse in St. Louis. It's like a cat trying to write a review for a dog park. I get it. It makes no sense... but keep the faith 🙏 and keep reading 👇 First off, we get there and – bam – no ribs. The look on my husband's face? Imagine a St. Louis Blues fan watching their team miss an easy goal. Complete disbelief mixed with "Why, universe, why?" Then, the bread and pickles at the condiment station pulled a Houdini on us. Just gone. The restaurant decided not to refill them, which felt a bit like being left hanging for a high five. The brisket? Hubby says it was solid. The sauces, though, those were the stars of the show – St. Louis honey and hot were favorites. On the veggie front, the green beans were a nice surprise, like finding a $20 bill in your pocket. And the fried green tomatoes? Yum 😋 We had two girls with us, 12 and 13, and they were all in. It's tween-approved, so that's a win. The place had the vibe of a fun family BBQ, minus the awkward uncle jokes. The staff? Like the neighbors next door. Shouting across the driveway with a warm hello and conversational one-liners that make you laugh 😃 So there you have it, SugarFire Smokehouse gets a 4.5 from this cat in a dog park. 🌱🍖 #smokehouse #bbq #StLouis #mo #stlouismo #sugarfiresmokehouse #vegetarian“

“The best Barque in town!!! Meat just fall off the bone!!! Pass the rest and go to the Best!! The whole menu is Good!!!“

“Red is the greatest“

“Yes, I recommend the sauce. I made the trip all the way back from Kentucky and made Kirkwood part of my route to see Marc, Mr. J himself, and get my hands on some delicious sauce.“

“First time there the food was really good I got a double cheeseburger, my mom and her friend got a whole Jack plate too and it was really good they didn't really add no salt to the whole Jack plate though so, my son got a Philly cheese steak and he only ate half of it so wow and he can eat“

“Today was my 1st time ordering BBQ from any restaurant in Saint Louis. I'd been looking around for about a year. When I saw Reds, I knew that was the place. Right when I pulled in to the parking lot I could see the smoke coming out of the big barrel style BBQer and smell the was delicious! The staff was friendly and the BBQd Tips tasted as good as they smelled! Thanks Mr. Red, I will be back. ☺️“

“Salt + Smoke Ellisville recently hosted a Southern Wine pairing event that was nothing short of exceptional. One of the two owners personally hosted the evening, even taking the time to refill drinks, which added a personal touch to the experience. The intimate setting, with only 14 guests at the table, made the event feel exclusive and cozy, allowing us to connect with fellow diners and share plenty of laughs. The menu was a delightful journey through Southern flavors, featuring cheesy jalapeño cornbread with hot honey, a hearty seafood and sausage gumbo, smoked chicken with grits and greens, and a decadent peach cobbler with bourbon butter pecan ice cream. Each dish was served in generous portions, ensuring no one left hungry. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, contributing to the warm and welcoming atmosphere. Overall, Salt + Smoke provided an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, great company, and a genuine sense of camaraderie. I highly recommend attending one of these exclusive events the next time they have one!“

“Love Maull's, can't find it in Indiana so we have to take trips back to the St. Louis area from time to time to get it...“

“Best BBQ Brisket I ever ate! We got the 14lb box for Easter. Our family loved it! So convenient and easy. Such a great flavor and food was promptly delivered with a smile. The the aujus with the Brisket is superb! We also got mac and cheese and baked beans and bread. Loved it all! Looking forward to trying more of his food options. Amazing Job! Thank you so much!“

“It I’m from Louisiana and I enjoyed the Barbecue brisket it was delicious in fact it’s the best I ever had“

“I eat here often bbq tips are fire, chili 🔥and the potato salad is off the chain. Go find out for yourself. You get your money worth“

“I came by yesterday with a friend who had never been. I got a rib tip combo and potato salad. I ate some for lunch, went by a friend house, she ate some, ate for dinner and I will eat the rest for lunch. My friend couldn't stop talking about how fresh and food it was.“

“Wonderful food with great service.“

“This is my second time getting some food from this facility. The first time the food was cooked to perfection but it wasn't seasoned. This time the food was fesh off the grill but not cooked all the way. I don't think there will be a third time.“

“Tips, Greens and Spaghetti!!! 🙌🏽“

“I walked here from one of the nearby hotels. I arrived just before a slight dinner rush. I was very impressed that my meal (a brisket plate with 2 sides) was brought to my table 2 minutes after I ordered it. It took me longer to walk here than it took to get my food delivered to my table.

I watched as multiple groups came in after me. I saw that every guest also received their food quickly and the servers were attentive to their guests.

Once the facility became mostly full with customers, I appreciated that the environment did not become loud. Each table had guests participating in conversations at their tables. While there was moderate noise from the people, it never really appeared much louder than when I originally arrived.

I look forward to my next opportunity to visit this location.“

“Yes the food was great and I will be back thank you.“

“Came in after finding it on a list for good BBQ in St. Louis. It delivered that and more! The bartender/manager was super nice and pulled out an extra table for us to participate in trivia since we’re from out of town. Didn’t bat an eye at our visible queerness. Food was sooooo good. If we’re ever back in town we will be coming back!“

“Jody B was recommended to me by someone that I really trust I went there and I got my food and I got it home and it was the best rib tips and snoots I have ever had, the sauce was just perfect, the tenderness of the rib tips was awesome and I love the way they did their snootsI will definitely be back there to try everything that they have on their menu because the food is awesome that I had and the rest has to be just as equal, to everyone go try it out it's delicious!“

“Went here for the snoot. Was the first customer on a Saturday at noon. Ordered the snoot and brisket combo. Both were hot and cooked perfectly. Snoot was crunchy but meaty and tasted fresh. Brisket tender and smoky. Sauce was great. Potato salad was actually good [everybody likes it different ways. :) ]. Portion was a little bigger than other bbq places I've been. Owners and Workers were so warm and friendly. Definitely a family/neighborhood shop type of atmosphere, just from observing the way the owners interact with all their guests. Can't wait to go back again.“