Good people! Great food! Different but nice vibe and ambience…read more Went with a friend and we were both greeted warmly by all. Questions about the food were answered with a genuine smile. We both ordered the Filipino style chicken BBQ. To me it was somewhat similar to chicken teriyaki but better. I enjoyed everything on the plate. They all paired well together. I found myself eating the cabbage before anything else. I dipped it into the side cup of vinegar type sauce. My friend asked staff what the sauce was for and was told it's to dip the chicken in but he eats it on everything. . I took his advice and dipped my chicken in it and the combination was similar to a sweet and sour chicken. I also poured a little on my rice and that taste was good as well. The inside of the place has a cool relaxing vibe. The only problem I had that I drove past the restaurant twice without noticing it. I have added pictures from across the street hopefully that's helpful to someone else. I will definitely return soon if not this upcoming week for lunch.

I was in the area and decided to give The Fattened Caf a try, and I'm so glad I did! I got the…read moreFilipino Style Chicken BBQ to-go. Although the wait was quite long (25 minutes), the wait was worth it! The chicken was cooked perfectly (not dry at all) and the sauce seasoned and sweetened (but not too much!) the chicken to perfection! The Java rice was also absolutely heavenly, and the cabbage atchara/seasoned cucumbers added a freshness that accentuated every bite. Service was super friendly, and there was also a cute and homey set up with sofas, fun chairs, and a coffee table (dining tables were further inside of the restaurant). Would be a great spot to spend time/study!

Comfort food with so much soul. This spot is always packed and for good reason…read more This spot isn't trying to reinvent anything, and that's exactly why it works. Fried swai, mac & cheese, green beans... the classics, executed perfectly. The fried swai is crispy, seasoned, and exactly what you want it to be. The mac & cheese was so rich and dangerously easy to overeat. I had to get the green beans for some balance. The staff is so fun and very confident the food lives up to the hype.... and it does.

Met a friend here for lunch at his suggestion and I was not disappointed…read more Upon entering I was greeted by several staff all of whom friendly and accommodating. I ordered baked chicken, dressing and greens. I know everyone has preferences to how greens and dressing are prepared. Well, the greens were just the way I like them. They were cooked with turkey. They were flavored and not soggy. The baked chicken was really good as well. The dressing was not the way I prefer. It was more dense than I like. I mixed it with my greens and that got it to the consistency that I prefer. My friend ordered the salmon bowl and although I was happy with my order, I will try that on my next visit!

I visited Nicky's a couple days ago and I was not prepared for how amazing that pizza would be. as…read morea pizza fanatic, I have to say this might be the best pizza I've ever tasted!!! The owner is so amazing and very nice! The establishment is so cute and quaint, nicely decorated. 100/10, highly recommend. I'm going back today!

First time in the 'Club'! Ordered via Instagram when Nicky was online only. Loved it then and…read morelove it now. Later on a Sunday, there were a few people in line but the ordering went quickly. This place is hopping! We waited inside and there were people in and out picking up orders nonstop! We ordered a little of everything! Slices Mozzarella Sticks, Trophy Nuggets, The Roner, a slice of The Sausage King of Chicago special. I love the dough! The Roner is a combo of great things on that dough, the pepperoni, the garlic chili hot honey, the basil. I loved the Mozzarella Sticks, and I am not usually into those, the Trophy Nuggets were great hunks of goodness! I am not a fan of dilly ranch so I skipped that, but the nuggets are great on their own. The slice of The Sausage King of Chicago was so good, that vodka sauce! Giardiniera and Burrata. So good. Can't wait to get the Mozzarella sticks, Trophy Nuggets, and try another pizza!

Consistently every week, Lona's comes up in our conversation and our rotation…read more Whether we're picking a place for dine-in or takeout, or we have guests interested in a quick bite, Lona's unique wraps, tasty side dishes, speediness, unpretentious charming neighborhood location, friendly service, and excellent price:performance ratio is a winner. Standouts for us include the smoked brisket wrap, bamboo stew, spicy eggplant, stir fried glass noodles. However every item on the menu is great.

After reading alllll the reviews I was excited to try this place. But, it just did not reach all my…read moreexpectations based off the reviews I read. This place did have fresh food, I'll give it that. But, it definitely lacked in aspects that didn't make it amazing or something I'd really suggest unless someone I knew was vegetarian. We were served quickly but definitely felt like the staff had a very "meh" attitude. It's a very specific type of place, mismatched furniture, kind of eclectic. It gives very "lived in vibes". The food itself was okay. The steak dumpling were probably my favorite but I wish there was more options for dipping sauce rather than just chili crisp oil. I ordered the big Thai wrap, and while it was good, I had to ask for extra sauce because the lettuce was just overwhelming, like there was just a giant wad of it thrown in there. The wrap itself is a rice paper so you really can't put it down when you eat it or it just falls apart. But, overall, with extra sauce, rearranging things a bit everything was generally good. Would I go out of my way to go back? Probably not but it's definitely a great place to try for yourself.

I had lunch with friends celebrating Birthdays and I have to say the food is Outstanding. The…read moreflavors and freshness of the Panini had to be the best I've ever eaten. The Marscapone Salted Caramel Cheesecake cups were a great finish. The ambiance on the patio made it so enjoyable to dine there. Don't miss this gem in Lafayette Square.

We live down the street from this spot but we tend to be more dinner people, not lunch, so we…read moreALWAYS miss it! We finally got the chance to check it out - we had already eaten lunch and it was between lunch and dinner so we endulged in some drinks (house wine and beer) and a couple appetizers. If they're any indiciation of what their pasta is like, I can't wait to come back and try it. We got the house bread which....I didn't think you could make house bread memorable...but they do. It is so fresh, the right amount of crispy and oily, and the dip. Holy moly. We also split the shishito peppers, which I'm a huge fan of and can NEVER find in STL, so I was in heaven. The sauce was super light and a great companion to the blistered peppers. We ordered at the counter, then they brought everything out to us on the patio, it was perfect. Literally a little gem, they also have a small happy hour we plan to check out at some point. Highly recommend.

Peacemaker Lobster & Crab was outstanding! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was…read morewelcoming, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the service was excellent. The vibe was just right! The food was fresh, flavorful, and prepared perfectly. We had the hush puppies as an appetizer! For our entrees, we had the pork link poor boy sandwich, the crab roll, and the lobster roll (warm with butter), and all of them were delish! Every bite tasted like quality ingredients and careful preparation. If you're looking for great seafood in St. Louis, this place is definitely worth the visit. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town!

My partner and I saw the Mardi Gras themed pop up menu and knew we had to stop in! The interior is…read moredecorated throughout with cute Mardi Gras decor that really sets the vibe. The staff were very friendly for our first time. Our server dropped off waters for us right away. It was a seat yourself concept where you order via the QR code, which made ordering easily. We started with caviar deviled eggs and fried green tomatoes, both of which we devoured. The green tomatoes are thicker and had a good bite to them! The gator po'boy was good, though on the dryer side. I would have loved more of the sauce on mine. The chips were perfectly crispy crunchy! My partner got the lobster roll and scarfed it down in a few bites. A bit on the pricier side since it's based on the market value, but still delicious. Great location and delicious food, we'll be back!

Stews has been on my list for a bit and I finally made it in! We were greeted and told someone…read morewould be right with us. We lucked out and got two seats at the counter soon after we came in. The staff was hustling! Stews was busy, but felt comfortable and not crazy. The Menu had drinks on one side and food on the other. The patron next to me ordered a Mule and it looked really good so I ordered that and it tasted as good as it looked. I knew I had to get the Brussels Sprouts and they did not disappoint. It was a pretty good-sized order so I had some to take home for anther meal, yum! I also ordered Lo Mein and enjoyed that immensely, as well. We had somewhere else to be after eating so it was nice to get in and get seated, order drinks, order food all in a timely manner. It wasn't rushed at all, and everyone pitched in with serving and all of it. Well-orchestrated service. If you are trying to remember things that came before and you are thinking of the Wood Shack, you are correct! I thought it was but it had been a while so I asked and our server confirmed :). No food pics, so disappointed they came out super blurry

Yes there is generally a wait time so put your name on the list and scan the drink menu for 20…read moreminutes... or so. Pro Tip: GO ALONE! lol the tables for one open a lot faster than they do for larger parties. The entire inside holds about 35 people. When STL weather cooperates, the front patio doubles the size of the place. Do with that what you will. You have been warned so plan accordingly! NOW FOR THE FOOD! Order The Salmon! Order the brussel sprouts. I wasn't a fan of the T-Pockets as they are NOT traditional crab ragoon. Think, jalapeño poppers but with cream cheese and crab. ORDER A COCKTAIL! I've had their Manhattan and an "After Dark". If you are a bourbon person, you can't lose on either of those. Drinks range from $10-$14. THE STAFF: The space is tiny and is always packed, that alone is a recipe for disgruntled guests and employees BUT NOT HERE. The Stew's team is always friendly and cool under pressure. They have seating and serving down to a science. Kudos! AMBIANCE: Think intimate bar in Japan. Can't imagine that, then visit Stew's. Thank me later.

Food was delicious. Josh was an amazing server…read more We would definitely come back as long as Josh was our server.

Genesis was an amazing server. She helped guide us when we were deciding between two entrees. She…read morewas right on too! Excellent meals, drinks and service. I'd highly recommend this restaurant. Thanks Genesis!!