I love soup so much and it is very clear that the owner of Soul Soup does too! What a great concept…read moreto create flavorful soups for the public to enjoy! Honestly, the 2 soups I tried the other night are still on my mind and I am trying to figure out how to have them again! How can I re-create them? How can I purchase a gallon of them? I cannot wait for the next pop up! When we went to The Vandy the other night for some cocktails, we knew that Soul Soup would be on the scene serving up 2 different soups for us to try (The High Life and Thai Me Up). The menu was posted on Angie's Insta page a few days in advance of the pop up (see photo of the menu) and I just knew we had to try them both! When we arrived and placed our cocktail orders, we also asked for a bowl of each of the soups to try and when they were brought out the table, they were piping hot and smelled so good! I was happy to know that rather than adding in the bacon to the High Life, they could serve it on the side so that my dining partner could enjoy the bacon while I just wanted to enjoy the soup with the pretzel bites no bacon! Two bowls of soup was a perfect amount for the 2 of us to share and when we were finished, Angie came out of the kitchen to meet some of the customers - it was so nice to meet Angie and she is seriously so friendly! I will keep my eyes peeled to her Insta to see when and where she will be next and you should too! It's soup season and if you want some of the best soup in STL, this is the place to find!

Place is closed, boarded up, and gone for good....so, so sad! Unfortunately it looks like the…read moredecrepit neighborhood, lack of parking, and minimal marketing took it under.

Came here on Wednesday night and it was pretty busy but we got a table easily. I've never been to a…read moreplace like this before so it was a little bit of a learning experience. You grab a bowl and start putting in whatever ingredients you want. They have a lot of different items that you can choose from. They have a weight minimum, which I think should be pretty easy to hit. Once you have all your toppings, they weigh your bowl and you pick out your soup broth. I really don't like spice so I went with the tomato soup base and it had a good flavor and a little bit of spice but definitely not too much. my friend got the sweet and spicy soup broth and it tasted delicious, but would've been too spicy for me. The food came out pretty quickly. They have a station for free rice and water which was really nice. They also had some suckers that you could grab as a little treat on your way out. I would definitely come here again, but it is a little bit pricey your bowl is gonna start around $16 and go up depending on the weight. Everything is super fresh and delicious so it is worth the cost.

This is one of my go-to spots for a hangout, it's wonderful. There's enough seating, and the hotpot…read moreis easily shareable. I flinch whenever I hear the "movoc" and I get so excited I want to throw up whenever someone suggests going to movoc for a hangout. There are lots of toppings to choose from, and I think that the concept of hot pot price by weight just like FroYo is fun and unique. Service is fast, and clean. The hot pot was delicious and not too spicy and the sauces they had to offer were very delicious as well. Not too salty. It's a wonderful place, whether you go alone or with friends.

My family and I came here after a graduation at UMSL. We got there right when they opened and we…read morehad 10 people in our group. The waitress got a table together quick for us which was nice. I can't drink because I'm pregnant but everyone at the table that got a beer really liked what they got. Some of the men especially liked the Hefeweizen! To share we got the local brat board and loaded tots. The brats and pretzels were soo good. I really liked that Ferguson Brewing gets their brats locally sourced. To eat I got the bacon and beer cheese burger with 2 patties. The burger was massive and very good. The beer cheese on top was the best part. My husband got the spicy BBQ bone in wings. They were also good and had some Smokey flavor. Everyone in our group was very happy with the food, drinks and atmosphere!

Such a hidden gem. A friend that lives in the area wanted to meet up here and I'm so glad we did…read more The food is outstanding. My southwest bean burger was flavorful, and the bistro potatoes are a fairly large portion so I had leftovers. It's a very casual vibe and service was quite good on my visit. Highly recommended for a casual meal.

Hot food, made fresh, friendly atmosphere. Music and fun. Variety of types of food, large portions.read more

What a fantastic find this one was while we were on our way to Kansas City!! Just simply the Best…read moreVietnamese restaurant in town!!! We decided to try the fresh spring rolls with shrimp pho and chicken pho. Personally for me, the chicken pho was the highlight of the meal. Both the bowls were really flavorful with a very comforting broths. I have nothing but good to say about the shrimp pho. It came with a beef based broth and was cooked to perfection. The Chicken pho came with a chicken-based broth although I requested it to be in beef broth. The broth was a bit sweet and savory but what surprised me about the Chicken Pho is that it came with BONE IN chicken. I had to take the pieces out, debone them and put the meat back into the soup. The chicken itself was amazing but if you are someone who wouldn't like dealing with this mess then I would recommend you try another pho. The fresh spring rolls were light and refreshing with a nice balance of shrimp, vegetables, and noodles. Other than the food, the server was really sweet but the service was kind of slow (took 15 mins + to serve the phos) and the restaurant was clean with a friendly atmosphere. Overall, I really enjoyed the food here and I will be back to explore more of their menu.

So cute! My friend and I had lunch here the other day and I was surprised and delighted. The food…read moreportions are amazing and the smells alone could have satisfied me. Luckily, we were able to eat and drink too hehe. Staff was super helpful and nice :) definitely will be coming back.

This was a date lunch for my wife and I. First, let's be fair. This is a great little restaurant in…read morea great location. The service was excellent, and the fact that they make their own bread is outstanding. Based on the food, location, and service alone, I would have gladly given them 5 stars. That changed when I saw the sign on the door stating that ICE officers would not be served. I respect the owners' right to have and express their personal opinions. But when you choose to publicly post those views at your business, you should also be willing to accept that customers may have a different opinion. My opinion is that I stand with law enforcement. The owners have every right in this great nation to take the position they have--and I have every right to decide that I won't return. I sincerely hope they never find themselves in a situation where they need the help of a law enforcement officer. But if they do, I believe those officers will still respond professionally and give them the respect and assistance that every person deserves. It's unfortunate, because without that issue, this would have been an easy 5-star review.

The food was great! I've been in Missouri for 3 days and had toasted raviolis 3 times, Drakes were…read morethe best, nice and crunchy, not burnt. I ordered the summer breeze salad which was nice and fresh. Ambiance was very inviting, lots of friends and families dining together. Decor was simple and clean, very nice. Our waitress was very friendly and checked on us. There was no rush to move us along. All in all a nice experience and will be sure to visit next time we are back.

I stopped by Drake's Place, a black owned restaurant in Ferguson, MO…read more I do not consume alcohol (I know. I know!) so I opted for a virgin Peach Margarita. It was very tasty and peachy. Buffalo Cauliflower Wings - I typically avoid these and veggie burgers bc they're the basic go-to for vegans, so we're usually just burnt out on them. But I'm glad I tried theirs. Excellent execution of these cauli-wings. Crispy coating exterior, tender floret bites. Yum! Fries were nothing special. I wouldn't order them again. Linguini Aglio e Olio, which is Italian for garlic and oil. This dish actually comes with mushrooms and tomatoes too, but I don't eat those so I added broccoli instead. (I was still charged for that broccoli tho) Vegans will also need to omit the parmigiana that comes with this dish. I haven't had this dish since I visited Venice, Italy years ago. Drake's did an amazing job with theirs. It was a seemingly simple dish that was bursting with flavor. Vegans will need to avoid their black bean burger for now bc their buns weren't vegan when I went. It's a nice spot with good service. My non-vegan friend loved her food and plans to go back with her family. So vegans, if you want to try something new, or if you find yourself near Ferguson with non vegans and need to eat, definitely check them out!

Good food; very clean restaurant; wonderful, friendly, and quick service. This is one of our…read morefavorite places for lunch.

We were greeted and seated promptly, and the food arrived very quickly, but almost too quickly…read more We ordered the Crying Tiger and Pad Thai, and both were underwhelming and lacked authentic Thai flavor. The Pad Thai was bland, overly sauced, and had an odd taste and texture, we could only stomach one bite. When we shared our disappointment, the staff did not care. The only thing crying was our tastebuds with the Crying Tiger dish, as they opted to use beef slices, and not steak and the sauce was more of a salsa than an actual dipping sauce. I wouldn't recommend these dishes at this place if you're looking for more traditional Thai flavors. The Thai tea was the only decent thing that was served.

Hidden historic gem in Florissant! Established in 1873, this building operated as a grocery and…read moregeneral store until becoming a restaurant in 1994. We discovered this restaurant after car shopping at some dealerships on Lindbergh. The space offers both indoor and outdoor patio seating as well as a separate bar space. The restaurant's bones are noticeably historic and the décor choice is a mix of farmhouse and modern styles. Our server was very friendly and answered any questions we had and was also enthusiastic about our car-buying process, encouraging celebratory drinks. The food was delicious! American fare with a modern twist - Hendel's had lots of brunch and lunch options. I opted for the Salmon Power Bowl and it tasted extremely fresh and healthy. Definitely stop in to this spot if you're in the Florissant area and looking for some historic charm.

If Hendel's were a character, it would be Hagrid: enormous warmth, big portions, an old house…read moreyou're glad exists, and not much interest in refinement. The building does a lot of the work here: an old place sitting in the middle of Old Town Florissant's residential blocks, with a bar, a dining room, a porch, and a patio we didn't get to use (next cool evening, we will). It's charming, and a real asset to that neighborhood. It is also loud. Old plaster, hard surfaces, not enough hung on the walls to absorb any of it. The old fashioned was solid, sweeter than I prefer. Appetizers were the low point: toasted ravioli thick and hard enough to qualify as gum scratchers (filling was fine), flatbread middle of the road. Then the kitchen found its footing. Parmesan-encrusted chicken won the table, with a nice rice-orzo pilaf and green beans that weren't overcooked. The Jameson whiskey burger came blue cheese, bacon, crispy onions, glaze, brioche, and ate dry (although ordered medium): too many rich flavors, nothing acidic to cut through them. Burnt ends mac and cheese was good and rich, but the brisket wasn't tender as I had hoped. We caught a night with only one dessert (a moist Lemon Sunshine cake that tasted like a Dreamsicle) and ice cream to put beside it. Christy took good care of us, efficiently and strictly by the book. 3.7 out of 5 stars Punch up the apps, and bring some balance to some of the entrees and this would bring up my rating to the low 4s. Bring the relatives who flinch at a menu. Acid somewhere on the plate, tender brisket, ice cream by the cake, and something soft on those walls would move this up quickly.

I was in Florissant for work on a Thursday and had planned on making a stop at another bakery for a…read moretreat to take to a Birthday. I ended up stopping at Helfer's when I saw it and choosing 3 very large cupcakes. They put them in a nice box. Two were white cake with beautiful white icing and one was Strawberry Shortcake with pink cake and crunchies on top like the Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bar. All three looked beautiful and there is someone here who is very talented at piping the buttercream. The top of the strawberry shortcake cupcake was delicious but I didn't care for the pink cake. I found it dry and artificial. The white cupcakes looked much better than they tasted. Again, the cake was dry. These were certainly cake mixes and I just had slightly higher expectations considering it's a place that has been around for several generations.

Six-Plus Stars for Helfer's Bakery -- Five Just Aren't Enough!…read moreHelfer's Bakery was phenomenal from beginning to end! They were incredibly easy to work with, and our baker, Jamie, was wonderful. She listened to what we envisioned for our daughter's wedding and helped create a wedding cake that exceeded every expectation. That was so important to us since the bride and groom were not in town. And the cake itself? Absolutely delicious! Our guests at the wedding are still raving about it. It was moist, flavorful, and some of the best wedding cake anyone has ever tasted. Each layer was a different flavor--from traditional to chocolate, and every single one was a hit. The design was an absolute masterpiece - elegant, beautiful, and truly a work of art. Helfer's also made the wedding day so easy for us. They delivered the cake to Innsbrook, Missouri, set everything up beautifully, and coordinated with the florist to ensure the florals were perfectly placed. That attention to detail meant so much to us. I cannot recommend Helfer's Bakery highly enough for a wedding cake or any special occasion. Beautiful, delicious, professional, and exceptional service from start to finish. Six-plus stars because five simply aren't enough!

Such a solid space to grab a night cap, or just visit in general! We stopped after dining with…read moreNixta, and it felt like such a special treat. It was pretty busy for being close to closing time which is great, birthday parties were being celebrated, families grabbing ice cream, and folks like us not ready to end their evening. We ended up sitting at the bar and wanted an ice cream cocktail but were also in the mood for espresso martinis. Our bartender said they have ice cream espresso martinis so the deal was sealed. It was absolutely fantastic and really hit the spot. The quality of ice cream with the little kick of espresso/ cocktail was so great. The space itself is so vibey and detailed, and really aligns with their og location on Locust. I'm so excited to come back!!

Recently had a double date at Fountain on Delmar for The Iced Fountain, their holiday pop-up. I am…read morea huge fan of Fountain on Locust - and I didn't even know they had a sister restaurant! Needless to say, I was happy to visit this new-to-me location. It's an interesting complex, bathrooms literally outside and attached to Steve's Hot Dogs. It's right next to an empty/neglected field which isn't the most welcoming sight. The parking lot is convenient though vs. street parking at Locust. They have a smaller menu than the Locust location, especially much less ice cream options. I was looking for the brownie in the mug which unfortunately was not on the menu here. I got a yummy and beautiful holiday drink along with a free holiday shot (as part of their holiday pop-up). The interior dining area is super small, I wondered if they had additional seating elsewhere but didn't seem that way. We ordered food, drinks, and ice cream all of which are delicious as usual. While I would still choose to go to their flagship location on Locust, this is a great alternate location if you are near the area.