36 Best Barbeque Restaurants near University City

“Great bbq. Will be back. Great service“

“Pretty dang good. I've had their congee and their beef chow fun. BCF gets 5 stars, congee gets three; there was a considerable amount of hard, old-tasting, whole rice grains in it, and it was really lacking in flavor.

But the beef chow fun was great! Good presentation and reasonable prices. I would order their Beef Chow Fun again.“

“Any adjective to describe their ribs is an understatement!!!“

“Absolutely delicious. Hands down one of the better BBQ joints in the St. Louis area. Apple butter ribs were a major hit at work. 10/10 will go here again“

“Great food and great service. We had a very large group there for lunch after a funeral recently and it went really well. I’d recommend for lunch or hosting a large gathering. Thanks for the hospitality.“

“Awesome food! All sides are tasty. Beans are on the sweet side. But still yummy. Ribs are 10/10 Love the variety of sauces they provide.“

“The food was delicious and a nice atmosphere. We had pulled pork and smoked turkey - so good!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“we love eating here. they are always fast friendly and good BBQ“

“Visiting St Louis and wanted to try the Brisket, Pork, and Sausage, all were great and I loved it.“

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

“My fiance and I ate here for the first time yesterday and the food was absolutely incredible! The beef ribs melt in your mouth! The owner Coach was so kind and welcoming. We can’t wait to go back and 100% recommend!“

“We just went for the first time tonight & hate we’ve missed out on going sooner! We are from Southern Indiana & it’s going to be hard to find anything to compare at home! Greg, Louis, and Eddie who were working the smoker when we left were so nice, told us all the ins and outs of the place, and truly take pride in their work. That pride is reflected in the delicious meal you’ll get! 10/10 recommend!“

“Red is the greatest“

“Great place great experience, friendly, clean some of the best barbecue around“

“Sawmill BBQ is located very close to our house, yet we’ve never tried it. Well, we just did the other evening, and LOVED it. Everything was bursting with flavor and the meat was beyond tender. Even the Cheeseburger was above average! All of the sides were devoured in minutes (green beans, fries, creamy coleslaw, garlic bread). Safe to say, we’d totally pick up from Sawmill again - or dine in (they have a large dining room, with live music sometimes I’ve heard!) :-)“

“my favorite place! I bring all my guests“

“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!“

“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!“

“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“

“We had the best experience the night before Mardi Gras. The staff was wonderful. We asked if they had boudin balls which was technically on the next days menu and we were not disappointed. Everything was soo good. Thank you for an exceptional meal. We will surely be back soon.“

“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!“

“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“

“My food was delicious I usually get the snoot and Rib tip combo is so delicious it's always fresh it's real barbecue from off the grill you can taste the smoke flavor also like the potato salad and spaghetti yep my s n o o t s is always crunchy rib tips always t e n d e r I think the next thing I'm going to try is the Char-Broil hamburger“

“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.“

“We love going to Bandanas! Always friendly service, and great food 👍“

“Great BBQ just a short walk from Busch Stadium. I had the brisket with the green bean salad, and both were excellent. The brisket was tender, smoky, and full of flavor without needing much sauce, though I couldn't resist trying all four. The green bean salad was fresh and a nice balance to the meal. The bacon cheddar popover was also a great addition. Friendly service, quick food, and a relaxed atmosphere.“

“Awesome food and very warm on a cold day. Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“My family and I have been going here weekly for years. The staff is awesome and kind. The selection of beer and Liqour is amazing and the food is delicious.“

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

“Tuesdae was our waitress, she was very kind and accommodating. My child loved being called the “captain” of the table! Thank you for a great experience!“