St. Louis restaurant openings, closings, and coming soons
The "ins, outs, and almosts" in metro St. Louis for the past month.
View ArticleTelva at the Ridge's Baklava Yogurt Parfait is just one example of its...
Co-owner Loryn Nalic says “castoffs and crumbs” were the genesis of one of the more dramatic dishes in town.
View ArticleBlue Violet closes in Edwardsville
Michael Del Pietro's critically acclaimed restaurant was open for just under two years.
View ArticleAsk George: What are the best places for meatloaf in St. Louis?
The classic comfort food now appears on a handful of finer-dining menus.
View ArticlePizza Via slated to open in April in the Central West End
Scott Sandler, founder of Pizzeoli and Pizza Head, will open the new concept in a corner space that’s been home to several other pizzerias.
View ArticleAsk George: How often do you find yourself mispronouncing the name of a...
Don't worry: Many people mispronounce them, and our dining editor has assembled a local list.
View ArticleGarden Variety Deli opening just south of Tower Grove Park
The principals are Travis Howard of Retreat Gastropub, Yellowbelly, and Lazy Tiger fame, along with longtime manager Jack McGinn.
View ArticleTwisted Rolls Chimney Cake in Ballwin is a sweet success
The 6-month-old shop features spiral chimney cake cones filled with ice cream.
View ArticleSalt + Smoke finalizes deal for location in South County
The barbecue juggernaut’s sixth location is slated to open this fall.
View ArticleA new club in Clayton leaves everything but the cool factor in the dark
Christi Johanningmeyer of Architextures SP spearheaded the design.
View ArticleRouge Bistro now open in Midtown
The predominantly red space appropriately opened on Valentine's Day.
View ArticleAsk George: ranch dressing, yay or nay?
Our dining editor is a fan; SLM's food writers and a handful of local chefs seem to like it, too.
View Article314 Day deals and events celebrating St. Louis this week
Show off your love for St. Louis with a slew of 314 Day deals and activities from March 9–16.
View ArticleAsk George: What is your favorite food for St. Patrick's Day?
Our dining editor is more of a traditionalist than other local writers and chefs, who've also chimed in.
View ArticleEsca opening in the Delmar Maker District
The coastal Mediterranean grill and bar leads off restaurateur Ben Poremba’s quintet of new additions to the neighborhood.
View ArticleAsk George: “Marshmallow Peeps — yay or nay?”
Dining editor George Mahe is a fan, on one condition, while another member of SLM's dining team calls Peeps "the candy corn of Easter."
View ArticleBLK MKT Eats now open in Maplewood
The opening of the long-awaited sushi burrito and bowls restaurant comes in tandem with the closure of the flagship location in the Central West End.
View ArticleCrushed Red expands with self-serve pizza kiosks
Co-founder/CEO Chris LaRocca says the pizza vending machine broke company records during its debut week at the airport.
View ArticleAsk George: Why do restaurants make it so hard to book a larger table?
Restaurant owners will tell you they're a blessing and a curse.
View ArticleSeason 4 of 'TasteMAKERS' launches on Nine PBS
Cat Neville’s Emmy-nominated TV series focuses on makers and farmers involved in the American craft food movement.
View ArticleChef Rob Connoley named Best Chef: Midwest finalist in 2024 James Beard Award...
In 2022 and 2023, none of the six St. Louis area semifinalists were able to advance.
View ArticleAsk George: Is it better for a restaurant to push the dessert course or...
Dining editor George Mahe answers another "it depends" type of question.
View ArticleTaqueria Morita opens in the Central West End
The nomadic restaurant now has a permanent address in the Central West End's Cortex Innovation Community.
View ArticleChef Bernie Lee travels near and far to source dishware for his restaurants
The restaurateur has a preference for plates with rough edges and a matte finish.
View ArticleRamsay’s Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay now accepting limited reservations at Four...
The restaurant will open to the public beginning April 17, and the grand opening is planned for June.
View ArticleAsk George: Where can I get really good tamales in St. Louis?
They're not as hard to find as you may think.
View ArticleQuesabirria tacos are having their moment at El Milagro Azteca
Popularized 15 years ago in Tijuana, Mexico, the dippable, dunkable delicacy has become popular all across the United States.
View ArticleParties on the Plaza kicks off today at The Plaza at Westport, the new...
The interactive Rawlings Experience also opened last week at Westport Plaza, where more restaurants are planned.
View ArticleAsk George: Are there any foods that you just won’t eat?
SLM dining editor George Mahe on the items that he finds objectionable
View ArticleMadrina in Webster Groves to host exclusive “Five Chefs, Five Pastas” event...
Madrina executive chef Max Crask will be joined by guest chefs including Francesco Allegro, a Los Angeles-based sfoglio.
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