I am a BBQ guy. I can do it myself better than most restaraunts so I don't often rate BBQ places…read more This place is really good. I had a 3 meat meal, wings, burntends ad ribs. fries and beans for sides. The wings were what they call trashed, fried, sauced then fried again. I have ony found this in St. Louis but it is probably my favorite way to have wings. The burnt ends were cooked perfect. The wings didn't look right when they came out, you can see in the picture that they look burned. They were not, the sauce was put on and allowed to cook until it carmelized. They fell off the bone, who doesn't love that? I am pretty sure I have eaten at another Salt and Smoke near the stadium. I will come here again.

Located in the St Charles old town right by the river, it's a nice area to walk around before…read moredinner - although finding street parking can be difficult. There was plenty of seating available with an upstairs area as well. Should be able to accommodate larger parties. As for the food, I ordered a 3 meat combo with pork ribs, brisket, and pulled pork. It comes with two sides, which I chose the kale salad and burnt ends toasted ravs. Definitely way too much food for one and can be split for two. I feel that the sides were good. Toasted ravs were filled with well seasoned shredded burnt ends, and the kale salad provided a nice contrast to the bbq. The brisket was kind of dry, pulled pork was decent, but the ribs were the highlight of the three meats I had chosen.

Came here for lunch while on a work trip. Loved the exterior reminding me of an old drive thru…read morestyle restaurant. Ordered the brisket, baked beans and potato salad. Brisket was fantastic, I find it really hard to find a good brisket and this one was moist and packed with flavor. The sweet bbq sauce was great too. The baked beans had great flavor, didn't feel it was too sweet like some can be. I also really enjoyed the fountain soda selection, all very unique flavors from a not so common brand. They also have a great selection when you stand in line before you order. The staff were super friendly and helpful as we chose what we wanted to order.

This location is like, in the middle of nowhere, lol. There were just 2 cars in the parking lot…read morewhen we arrived, so I don't know when they get busy, but definitely not Mondays at lunch time. Aside from that, this was really good BBQ and I think the best I've had so far in STL. We ordered our food to go: Double Smash Burger - the best burger we've had here so far, not surprised its from a BBQ spot Pork Sandwich - HELLA meat came with this, so I had to share with my husband, but still satisfying Potato Salad - nothing special, but pretty good for potato salad French Fries - pretty good, and well done! Fried Green Tomatoes - absolute banger and would order this every time.

Once again amazing BBQ. They recently received the award for…read morebest BBQ in St Charles and it's totally deserved. Since I'm from Texas my go to is brisket. Moist and delicious. Also got smoked Chicken which is done to perfection. If you've never been and just want a sandwich I absolutely recommend the Hillbilly Philly!

Came in last week with high hopes after hearing great things. Got the platter with pulled pork,…read moreseasoned fries, and slaw. If you're doing BBQ, the basics should be solid. Pulled pork: 3.5/5 - decent but not amazing. Seasoned fries: 2/5 - underwhelming. Slaw: 0/5 - tasted old, couldn't eat it. My take: I love BBQ and wanted to love this place. The pork was fine, but slaw tasting old is a real issue. Sides need to be fresh, and that one detail makes me question the kitchen's consistency. Maybe it was an off night. I'll probably give it one more shot during lunch when turnover is higher. If it's still off, there are too many good BBQ spots around St. Charles to settle.

Heavy Smoke is probably the best BBQ I've had in the STL area. They sell out of their meats by the…read moreevening time, so I'd actually recommend coming for lunch if possible. The restaurant is pretty spacious with plenty of seating. Food also comes out pretty quickly after ordering at the counter. The back wall of the restaraunt is lined with dozens of trophies and various awards received over the years - a true testament to how great this place is. My husband and I got the three meat plate and the brisket egg rolls. The standout item here was definitely the burnt ends. These aren't your typical burnt ends - these are super tender and melt in your mouth. The brisket egg rolls are unique and packed with flavor as well. The BBQ here pairs well with all the different sauces that are available. We are excited to bring out of towners here!

FALL OF THE BONE RIBS!!!! do i need to say anything else?…read more this place is hands down the best meat i've had! the only thing i think they need to work on is the size of the sides. their "large" is the size of a small mac at chick fil a. and cost $4.50 if they can change the sizing of the sizes this would be a 5 star place for sure!

Been at Shay's about five times already in the two months living here…read more Great place to eat! Love the atmosphere both inside and on the outside patio. Everything I've tried so far has been fantastic! Great service.

Top notch, casual dining with fantastic food! Our choices this visit were the boudin balls…read morestarter, Cuban sandwich with smoked baked beans and the special of the day which was a smoked jalapeño sausage, shrimp and 2 sides. Sides selected fried okra and fries. We shared all the items and I have to say they were all so delicious! The smoked jalapeño sausage was extremely flavorful with just the right amount of heat and Smokey flavor! The smoked beans are some of the best I have had with bits of smoked meat throughout and a deep smoke flavor. Highlights: Boudin balls: crispy outside with soft flavorful centers. Came with a great dipping ranch sauce. Cuban sandwich: perfectly smoked pork and the bread was amazing! Also enjoyed the peach cobbler! Yum... Our waiter was so great with details and descriptions of the special of the day and so attentive. Always a great stop.

Went with some friends at prime dinnertime on a friday. Lots of laughs, smiles, memories…read more I was surprised it was empty, seemed strange. The food? Fine. I mean it's bbq. I enjoyed their turkey melt. It was simple. Not over complicated. Not overly flavorful either. It wasn't bad, but it didn't send my taste buds into a chasm of mesquite as i had hoped. The service was good. But, not in a well manicured way. More of a this is very informal dining and holler if ya need me way. Very polite, unpolished, and taken care of. But, it didn't feel like hospitality in the formal sense you imagine when thinking of a sit down dinner. I hope that doesn't come off as a knock or jest. I intend it to be perceived much more as ambivalent. Anyways, no rush to get back, but if my friends wanna go, ill oblige

Access was only by an exterior set of stairs. There was an elevator, but it was out of service. If…read moremy wife had been with me, we wouldn't have even gone inside. The staff were friendly and food delivery was reasonably quick. The burnt ends did not "melt" in my mouth like a proper burnt end should. They were fibrous and took a bit of chewing. They were also too sweet, so the meat's natural flavor was masked. The sausage was just OK, nothing special to look forward to. The potato salad was overly mustard based and unenjoyable. Two bites were all I could stand. The baked beans with pulled pork were very good. They could have better if they were more savory and less sweet. If I hadn't just visited family in Austin, TX, perhaps I would've been more favorable to Hendricks. Instead, I had recent reminders of how far they fell short of even average Texas BBQ, let alone Terry Black's. I'm not planning on returning.

Western outpost of the best ribs in St. Louis is located in st Peters on the north side of the mid…read morerivers mall exit. The half slab comes with two sides and packs the same flavor punch as the original location in the city. Ordered at the counter, and the food was brought out before we sat down. The ribs were meaty, tender and full of the signature applewood smoked flavor that you know and love! 6 different flavors of bbq sauce are on each table. The space is way smaller than the city location, so very conducive to carrying out. Highly recommended!

The Ribs were absolutely delicious. The meat fell off the bone and the sauce they offered was…read moregood. I really didn't care for their choice of sides though . The potato salad was dry and pasty. The baked beans were much too spicy. Their service was very fast but it was a workarant. You had to order sit and they delivered it to you. The place was nice decorated with even handicapped restrooms. All in all I would go back for the ribs for sure. S.L.

Food (rib tips) I definitely recommend Service friendly,…read morepolite Location a little far for some, but the drive/ride is well worth it to me

We used to really enjoy this place when it was the smaller walk-up operation. The barbecue was…read moregreat, and we were excited to see them grow into a full restaurant. Unfortunately, our experiences since then have been pretty disappointing. The restaurant seems disorganized, and service has been very slow on multiple visits. The mixed drinks we ordered were also surprisingly weak. The most frustrating experience was when we invited friends to meet us there who drove quite a distance, only to discover that the restaurant was closed despite there being no indication of that on their Facebook page. We actually walked inside and found someone working behind the bar, who then told us they weren't open. Had the closure been posted online, we obviously would have made other plans and saved our friends the drive. We really want to like this place because we remember how good it was before the move to the restaurant. Hopefully they can get the service, organization, communication, and consistency worked out, because the original operation gave us a reason to become customers in the first place.

Wow... where to start? This place is amazing. I ate here yesterday, and it was so good that I had…read moreto come back again today--both times for lunch. The first day, I had the burnt ends, brisket, cornbread, and beans. Everything was delicious, but the clear standout for me was the burnt ends. They were, without a doubt, the best burnt ends I have ever had. Ever. It was so good that I had to come back the following day to try more of their food, and I am so glad I did. This time, I had the smoked prime rib plate. Hands down, the best prime rib I have ever had in my life. It practically melts in your mouth. On top of the incredible food, the service is fantastic. Everybody there was super friendly and personable. If I lived nearby--I'm currently in the area for business from out of state--I would absolutely make this a regular destination whenever I wanted a great meal. The restaurant itself is cozy, clean, and just a great experience overall. I wish I could give you guys ten stars.

I stopped at OBQue for lunch and overall had a good experience. The service was friendly and…read morehelpful when I was placing my order. The brisket was tasty, with a nice bark and good flavor. It was on the leaner side, but I didn't specifically ask for a fattier cut. The sides were very good as well. I went with the potato salad and vinegar coleslaw. The biggest disappointment was the burnt ends, which were much drier than I expected. They didn't really have the tenderness I usually look for. I'd probably skip those next time, stick with the brisket, and try a different meat. Overall, I enjoyed the meal and I'd come back to try more of the menu.

This is easily a five-star review, and it's coming from someone who isn't a true BBQ lover. This…read moreplace was suggested by a local, and I am so glad that I went because it was the best BBQ that I have ever had. I wasn't sure what to order, but the friendly staff recommended that I have the brisket, and I'm so glad I heeded their advice. The brisket sandwich was the most tender meat that I have ever had. I had never had brisket before having that sandwich, now my mouth waters any time I talk about this restaurant! The cole slaw that I had as a side provided the perfect crunch and balance. My mate had the pulled pork sandwich, which was also very tender. I also loved having a variety of barbecue sauces on the table and was able to try each one. Everyone has a preference, I'm sure, but after trying each one, I am completely sold on the Carolina gold. Also, I do not typically have a fountain soda, but the cola that was on tap was some of the best that I'd ever tasted. 10 out of 10 for Sugarfire, and I will definitely be returning the next time I'm in St. Louis!

Father's Day! We stopped by later in the evening, but it is a popular spot most days and…read moreespecially on Father's Day! Join the line when you walk in, when you get to the front of the line, you tell the counter person your order, the guys behind the counter were upbeat and friendly. You move on down the line and pick your sides, proceeding to the register. Paying and getting drink cups. Go pick your table with your food if its ready or just yourself if your food isn't ready yet and they will come out and call your name. Raise your hand and they will bring it over, friendly as can be. At the location in Valley Park my standing order is brisket and tater tots , so good! But I didn't see tater tots on the menu so I switched it up and got smoked salmon with fries, and an order of hushpuppies. I got the salmon and fried up first and both were great. Salmon was smoky and flaky, the fries the hand cut style with skin on. Both tasted great with my favorite coffee BBQ sauce. The hushpuppies came out piping hot with a sweet sauce on the side. The hushpuppies were so good! I will be craving them, thinking about them now, mmm. Line moves quickly, friendly staff, good food, fantastic hushpuppies :)