So good, a must try!…read more Line is already long at 11am but they move through it. Plenty of spaces to park. They have you order and then get a table so there is enough seats. Brisket - my husband's favorite. Sliced thin. I also enjoyed it because it wasn't overly fatty. Pork - also delicious! The original bbq sauce was our favorite. Baked beans - hardy and delicious Fried corn - way better than regular corn on the cob Potato salad - more mustard/mayo based. Large potato chunks. It was delicious with a subtle flavor.

"16 stars if I could"-My Husband Matt…read more Pappy's was the best food you can get in St Louis! They are voted to have the best ribs in America, and they did. We got in just after opening and the place was already lined out the door. We got in, ordered, and almost immediately got our food. It was the best!

Love this place! We enjoyed the excellent food and atmosphere. And the staff is super friendly. We…read morewill definitely be back for more.

We've eaten at Shortys since it's opened and other than the Gouda Mac and cheese being luke warm…read moremost of the time it's been awesome (I mean c'mon you're really there for the Q anyway) Not last night....four of us ate around 5:30....3 ordered ribs and 1 turkey w/sides. The ribs were horrible.....dried out and sparse on meat. Now I've had ribs here before and they've been great but it's been lunch time. ‍ The previously mentioned Mac and cheese wasn't good either ....they used to have noodles separate and then spoon cheese sauce on em. This version is sauce and noodles mixed but they were pretty void of sauce and also gummy. The slaw I had which is normally very good was mostly just dry cabbage. So let me reiterate EVERY other visit has been awesome I hope the fact that Shortys ownership has changed or their extended hours isn't causing this. I'm going to chalk it up as a bad night for them but my future visits will be earlier in the day to compare.

Make it a trip and wander past Red Bud and Ruma and get you some Wally's…read more I live within 15 minutes of a handful of bbq places in the STL Metro East, and none of them compared to Wally's. The brisket was tender, but not covered in grease. The mac-n-cheese was actually flavorful - most mnc's are just bland noodles with cheese - not the case at all at Wally's. "What on earth is honey mustard potato salad?" Oh, only the best potato salad you'll ever eat in your life, if you like honey mustard. The baked beans had a chili flavor to them without compromising the bbq sweet you want from baked beans. The poppy seed slaw wasn't just covered in mayo, it was actually refreshing and a nice complimentary side to the uber flavorful bbq mains. And the homemade ice cream was insane alongside the bread pudding. It's a bummer someplace like this is in the middle of nowhere and not closer to more people. But that seems to be part of what Wally wants: home cooking done the right way. Not just "grandmas style" that only appeals to a niche group of people. Wally has crafted his food to be enjoyed by all who happen upon this tiny "diner" along Route 3. Make it a trip and wander past Red Bud and Ruma and get you some Wally's. The menu isn't stacked full of options, but what is on the menu will instantly transport you back to a place where your pallet didn't understand what "food for convenience" was. Where ambiance didn't matter as much as the quality of food on your plate. Show up, order quickly, eat well, and tip better.

BBQ favorites with some specials on any given day. Serves up his choices for the day until food…read moreout. We enjoyed sandwiches, ribs, with typical sides. Very casual, but attentive, no frills service . A bit pricey but good food.

Red Bud, IL is lucky to have a gourmet pop-up so close. SLAM's food is amazing. Follow on Facebook…read moreto see when pop-ups are happening. If your local, it's worth the $ and if your not it's worth the drive. Great smoked food. Look for holiday orders to make your stress less. Worth every penny to not have to worry about cooking.

Let me start by saying we are traveling in our 28' travel trailer back home to Florida and my…read morehusband insisted we drive through STL to get BBQ. Now I am not a big fan of BBQ, however Bogarts may have changed my opinion. This was absolutely A M A zing! I had the pulled pork sandwich and Mac and Cheese. I added the sweet BBQ sauce to mine....so moist and good. The Hubby had the ribs and pastrami. Now my husband is a grill master and said the ribs were better than his...that is a bold statement coming from him, however I had to agree. If driving through Saint Louie, this place is a must!

The hype is real. I…read morehaven't written a review in ages. Bogart's has compelled me to write a review. First I want to say I was not sold on STL BBQ. I went to the recommended "good" places and walked away disappointed. I happen to be in Soulard one day and noticed Bogart's closed because they sold out. That's a big green flag to me. Not open Sunday and Monday, green flag. Primarily open for lunch, green flag. I just knew I had to check it out. Finally got the opportunity to check it out and boy was it delicious. I got a two meat plate with two sides. I got the tri tip, ribs, baked beans, and deviled potato salad. The deviled egg potato salad taste like it sounds. It taste like potato salad and and deviled egg had a baby. Never seen such a creation but I knew I needed to have it. The baked beans were out of this world!! Top three baked beans I've ever had!! A little smokey, a little sweet, and just the right consistency as far as thickness for me A1 . The ribs by far the best ribs I've had in STL. Very flavorful and tender. The tri tip it was ok. I've never had it shaved before and couldn't really get a good grasp on the flavor. It wasn't bad, just not the way I've had tri tip previously. All of their BBQ sauces were fantastic as well!! My favorite sauce was the pineapple express. Bogart's has restored my faith in STL BBQ. I was a non-believer for some time . HIGHLY recommend

Can you say YUM! Staying with friends and they ordered BBQ from BEAST I enjoyed the food very much…read more My first time ever trying pork steak (ever hearing it was a thing) it just might be my favorite bbq cut now $19.99. It was a thick cut very tender and full of flavor. We also enjoyed their brisket which had a nice char and was tender and full of smoke flavor. I would def dine there again.

The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made a great first impression. I actually arrived a few…read moreminutes before they officially opened. Even though they were still getting ready, someone immediately greeted me and offered me a menu so I could decide what I wanted while I waited. I thought that was a very thoughtful gesture and appreciated the excellent customer service. Once they opened, I received my food very quickly. At first I was excited because I needed to get back to work and had a fairly long drive ahead of me. I had skipped breakfast that morning, so I was very hungry. Before leaving, I took a bite of the snoot and immediately noticed that it wasn't even warm. It was covered in sauce, which initially disguised the fact that it was cold. As I drove, I started eating the Brussels sprouts since they were easy to eat with one hand. Unfortunately, they were also completely cold, not even slightly warm. As I reached the bottom of the Brussels sprouts container, I felt something hard and extra chewy in my mouth. I pulled it out and It turned out to be a piece of plastic. I have no idea how it ended up in my food, but I took a picture of it and have included it with this review. When I went back to the snoot, I realized that most of the pieces were still covered in very hard whiskers. My understanding is that those whiskers are supposed to be removed during preparation. At that point, I couldn't help but feel like I had been served food that had been sitting from the previous day. Because my order was to go, it felt like there was very little attention paid to whether the food was fresh, hot, or even properly prepared. The entire experience was disappointing on several levels. I really couldn't afford to eat out that day, but I wanted to try a restaurant that was highly recommended while I was working in the area. I expected that food served right after opening would be fresh, hot, and delicious. Instead, it was cold, poorly prepared, and contained a foreign object. The piece of plastic was the most concerning part of the experience. Thankfully, I always chew my food carefully. Had I swallowed it or choked while eating during my drive back to work, it could have resulted in a very serious accident. Based on my experience, I would recommend eating your meal inside the restaurant if you decide to give this place a try. If there's an issue with the temperature or quality of your food, you'll have the opportunity to bring it to the staff's attention immediately. Unfortunately, taking my meal to go meant I didn't discover the problems until I was already on the road, and by then there was nothing that could be done.

Food is absolutely amazing. Definitely the best BBQ in Jefferson County, if not the greater St…read moreLouis area. Prices are reasonable. Portions are generous. Staff is friendly and service is impeccable. It's a very relaxing atmosphere.

Great BBQ in Jefferson County: Kettelhut's Smokehouse…read more1267 N Truman Blvd, Crystal City, MO 63019, United States Ample parking on both sides of restaurant. Walking up to door you can smell the smoked meat. Handicapped accessible. Plenty of seating inside even for large parties. Well stocked Bar for whatever your libation needs.

Stopped in for a quick lunch, the options were great, had the app sampler and the featured dessert…read more Ashley was taking care of us and she was AWESOME. She was quick to refill a glass but never intrusive, knew when it was time to ask if we were ready for anything else AND a true delight to chat with. Great food and PERFECT service.

We waited to be seated in the dining room and when we were escorted in, it was nearly empty! Our…read moreserver appeared reasonably quickly to take our order which included an appetizer. We got the appetizer fairly quickly and then waited another hour for our entrees!! Asked our server about it and got a DK reply and still no food. When food finally came, called the manager over and told her of our experience. Sorry was her reply and we will do better. The dining room never really filled up ( this is dinner time) and noticed others waiting. When we left with our to go orders( now) , walking through the bar area, I noticed EVERYONE had their food and drinks in front of them! Hmmmm.... Saw a lot of servers, bussing going on, so that did not seem to be the problem. Food is ok but nothing exceptional and a bit pricey for what you get which is pub grub.

Popped in for Thurs lunch favoring Pat's with fewer but better ratings and less expensive option in…read moreMurphysboro. First time...so went withh the sampler at $18 and most of their meats are included except the pork steak (makes sense to me since that's usually a separate feature in these parts along with Kentucky). It was three of us and we were given the heads up that the sampler can feed two. Figured we could start with that and order more. The order was a very generous helping of two large rib tips, two pork rib bones, two wing pieces, and pulled chicken, pork, and chopped brisket. Our choice of two sides were slaw and mac & cheese. Three buns were thrown in given the three of us in the party (thanks for the flex). Local bottled Big Muddy root beer is the same $1.50 as the can sodas in the case and it is made with honey and cane sugar. Of the things I tried, I thought the rib tips were excellent - smoked pink and moist - got a meaty piece with only a small piece of cartilage. The chopped brisket isn't my thing - I prefer sliced. My daughter said the ribs were great (figured would be as good as the tips). The wings I believe were smoked too rather than grilled and the taste from the rub/marinade wasn't something I was familiar with. Tender and not dry. Pulled pork and chicken were solid. We still had leftovers - so I'll get my chance to try the ribs and focus on the flavor of the wing. Will have to get the pork steak next time and order plates next time focusing on our faves. Roomy dining area with some tables near the windows. It was getting warm out there so having plenty of indoor seating on a quieter Thursday lunch was welcome over overflow seating outside at the covered picnic tables.

I live in the Midwest, in a small city. Our BBQ places are easy to find: look for a big, shouty…read moresign; the owner's $120,000 extended F250 taking up a space right in front of the door; and an ambiance that includes corrugated steel walls, self-consciously Texas-y lamps over closely huddled booths, and servers all wearing the same hat and shirt. Oh - and the food is usually fine, except no fried okra. Pat's is not in a city. It's outside a small southern Illinois town. Pretty far outside, in fact, which is where true BBQ is supposed to be located. The parking lot is gravel. The only pickups there belong to customers, and their worth is more in the range of $12,000, except to their owners, who use them as trucks. And the sign is a sign. It tells you where you are. Oh, wait - there are BBQ competition trophies in the entryway. Stand and marvel. There are more inside. Marvel more. Because other than these and some pics of family and locals and celebrities I didn't recognize on the walls, that's about it for decoration. Stare at the menu, menu board and signs. Pay attention to the happy person behind the counter when she tells you what they're out of, because the best BBQ places are out of something you want. Note the teasing banter between local customers and the kitchen staff, because everyone knows someone back there. And order. We got the pulled pork plate. My sister got potato salad and green beans. I got the fries. I got the local(?) root beer. They don't do fried okra, but this IS the Midwest. It all came to our table in a reasonable amount of time. The BBQ sauce came in a cup on the side. Ketchup was brought to us. So why only four stars? Everything was perfect, right? And prizewinning? Yeah, but BBQ is personal. Everyone has an opinion. I lived in northern Alabama, which styles itself as BBQ Country. As does Texas and Kansas City and Memphis and everywhere. Pat's, much beloved by regulars for its mild smokiness, juicy juicy soft texture and other features, seemed a bit too mild and even soggy to me. I know - I have no taste. And it was good. Just not five stars great. And not enough sauce in the container, though I could have gotten up to ask for more. And the potato salad was fine and the fries a little too starchy, but only a little. That said, the beans were the wonderful dark green juicy soft salty ones that are too ... wonderful. Get those. The root beer, brewed with honey, y'all, was the best ever. Get that, too. The dessert was what they were out of, dang it! Overall the experience was just great. Someplace to go back to. And you should go there.

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 :)