Still one of our go-to spots! Early on a Saturday night we were able to get in without a wait. We got a roomy high-top table, love it! Host was super friendly, got us seated and let us know Charlotte would be our server. She is great, we have had her before and she is friendly and efficient! New menu has some new options and a lot of returning favorites. We ordered our usual loaded fries as an appetizer. I got the 1/2 smoked chicken with mac and cheese (still the only place I will order mac and cheese!) As the evening progressed the place filled up so glad we go there early. Appetizer and entrees were great, as usual. Charlotte was great! Host was great, nothing but great things to say! read more

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Another great BBQ place in the city. The interior is very tiny, and they were packed during dinnertime on a Saturday, so our group ended up outside, which wasn't an issue on a beautiful day. Every dish we tried was great. I really liked my Pulled Pork "Sand"- lots of meat on a nicely toasted bun. The sides may have been the star of the show. Loved their Mac n' Cheese (kinda tasted like Bread Co's but elevated), and the bite I had of my bf's Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes was delicious. Service was quicker than we expected after seeing how busy they were- even if it took awhile to get our check. read more

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Interesting menu, delicious and unique flavors. We stopped in for lunch and Saturday and found just a few other patrons there. The server was friendly and efficient, the food was outstanding. I had a house salad and smoked wings, my friend opted for mashed potatoes and candied bacon. Every dish was fantastic. The smoked wings were crispy and flavorful, the balsamic dressing with the house salad was perfectly balanced. My friend loved the apple slices with the bacon and the mashed potatoes were on point. We're excited to go back for dinner soon. read more

The Shaved Duck - Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes, Brown Sugar Bacon - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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First time checking this place out. We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the historic feel of the place. The waitress was very accommodating to food allergies and what everyone wanted. We kinda made up plates we wanted and she made it work. Very nice and personalized. The food was all good. Our least favorite was the coleslaw and burnt ends. Chicken, beef rib, pork rib, brisket, and jalepeno sausage were fantastic. The brussel sprouts and collard greens were great sides. We loved it here and will be back. read more

Great, friendly service. This place is delicious. We got food to go. The smoked turkey was my favorite. My second favorite thing was the coleslaw (really good, not super sweet, nice and balanced flavor). The meatloaf was tasty especially because of the root beer glaze. The Brussels sprouts were good. The burnt ends were ok--needed to be more "burnt", and the fat wasn't quite rendered. That was the only thing I wish we had gotten something different. I'd definitely come back here! My husband loved the assortment of sauces. read more

The Shaved Duck - 3 meat platter to go (sides not pictured) - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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An upgrade to BBQ! Very unique and delicious neighborhood eaterie. Excellent and speedy service. The duck breast was done to perfection!

We stopped in on a rainy cold night after searching for options. We had been to SD a few times prior to the pandemic, but for whatever reason had just gone to all the other wonderful StL options since. But, as hoped, although SD has changed ownership (?) it's still a great option for great food. The menu is very similar and the actual physical layout is much improved from the past! As for our dining experience we were warmly greeted and seated. Our server was knowledgeable and helpful as we made our choices to order. I chose the ribs and my husband had, from my recollection, the brisket and burnt ends. I chose a side of Mac n cheese and he had the potato salad. All of our choices were delicious! The atmosphere was welcoming and calm even though it was expectedly busy. We won't wait so long for our return trip. read more

Great bbq for a decent price! Went for the duck but would go back for the rib tips and Mac'n'cheese! It was fun to do a round of tasting of their 6 sauces, arranged from most sweet to most spicy. I would definitely recommend the cherry smoke one, sweetness and spiciness were at a perfect balance for me on that one. The pulled pork and tri tip we had were a little underwhelming...not super flavourful But their cornbread we saw on the next table as we left looked insanely good and would definitely want to try that next time! read more

The Shaved Duck - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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I cannot recommend The Shaved Duck enough and cannot believe this is my first time visiting! The restaurant is such a neat spot with some of the most kind and genuine people working there. The food was downright delicious. In a city that BBQ is always talked about, this should be discussed right along with the rest! In my opinion, it's the best pulled pork I've had. It was so flavorful but not greasy at all. We both agreed that meatloaf with the sauce was the winner in everything tried but the taste and quality of everything was great! I also loved the Brussel sprout side and would definitely get those again! Overall, great experience and cannot wait to bring friends back here! read more

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Wait here the other night and I can't stand enough great things about it. First off my partner is gluten-free and call ahead of time to ask questions. The bartender who answered was extremely knowledgeable when he was very impressed. When we arrived, it was very cozy and acquainted in our server was awesome. We shared the wings, duck, jalapeño creamed corn, and burnt ends. Everything was cooked perfectly and delicious! read more

The Shaved Duck - Wings - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Friendly service and delicious eats! Everything we had was super yummy and I would order each item again. The cornbread was dense and not too sweet which made the honey butter combo just right. Can't go wrong with burnt ends - very flavorful with the sauce. The duck chili was a little unexpected since it was on the brothier side but I was a big of it. Meat plate made for a great way to sample multiple options! If I had to narrow it down to two, I would probably go with the pulled chicken and meatloaf (and I am not a meatloaf lover!). Seasoning was on point and def try the meatloaf with the sauce. The tri-tip was also a good option, the seasoning was great! We didn't even add any of the plethora of bbq sauces to the meat because the flavors were chef's kiss as-is. Believe it or not, we saved room for dessert and opted for the gooey butter brownie which layers gooey butter cake on top of a brownie and is topped with ice cream. Mouthwateringly good! The brownie was melty and parts of the gooey butter cake caramelized and it came out hot with a generous serving of ice cream. We will definitely be returning! read more

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Shaved Duck!! It is awesome to see you all back. The renovated space is so much more inviting without the wall. The room is open, seems larger and able to breathe. I used to visit often and it was humbling you all remembered me even after 8 years since I had moved away for a while. Visiting Shaved Duck is a lot like seeing an old friend. Staff always welcoming. The food hasn't changed a single bit. Still as flavorful as I remember and new sauces to explore. The smothered fries are a favorite every time because you will dream about that cheese sauce. I tried the smoked wings, they were crispy with just the right amount of smoke. I went through all the sauces and Black Isle is still top for me. I also liked the modification of the mango habanero. It was much more mango forward this time and had a nice kick. The Bournon and KC were also very well balanced and the Cherry Chili. I was very happy to meet James today and look forward to hearing about your next venture with expanding Shaved Duck elsewhere and reminding those STL knows its BBQ!! Also shout out to Charlotte, you were great, thank you being welcoming!! read more

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What a great find. Thank you yelp! About ten minutes from downtown, never would have found it just wandering the normal paths. But worth seeking out. Great vibe inside - but with this great October weather they were still offering outdoor seating as well. Started with the duck confit and the maple/brown sugar bacon. Very good sized servings for a reasonable price. Bacon was a little sweet...but what did we expect for something coated in brown sugar. We shared a two meat plate with the sausage and pulled pork which came with a massive side of fries. Too much food for two people!!! But the best part was the flight of BBQ sauces. Nice variety from sweet to heat. Hope to return some day read more

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Recommended by a friend, I was excited to try this place. The sauces were all incredible with my favorite being the sweet/smokey option. The tri tip was so tender and flavorful. The burnt ends are a must add and the best part of the meal! The food was prepared quickly and packaged nicely for pick up. I will be back read more

The Shaved Duck - Cheddar jalapeño sausage, tri tip, Burnt Ends, French Fries, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Mac n' cheese - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Updating my review since they have their liquor license. It's a small, but good liquor selection. The beer and wine list is full of options. The food is amazing. You can taste the smoke in the meatloaf. It's one of my favorite dishes. We'll be back. read more

The Shaved Duck - So many great options for sauces - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Great experience all around! They have street parking and you're served at the table. We had about a 10-15 min wait before we were seated. They have a smaller dining room and a couple of outdoor seating spots (it was way too hot to sit outside), but we didn't mind the wait! Sometimes they have live music playing, usually around dinner. We came for lunch :) We started off with the smoked crispy wings and oh my gosh, we were blown away. They are sooo good. I also would recommend a side of the buffalo sauce, it's a unique buffalo sauce and super good. Plenty of BBQ sauces on the table as well, I loved the Black Isle and Mango Habanero (not too spicy). My 2 friends and I shared a combination plate with 3 meats (pulled chicken, pulled pork, and burnt ends). All of the meats were amazing! The pulled chicken was very moist and had a great seasoning flavor, the pulled pork was fresh and didn't taste greasy, and the burnt ends had this delicious bbq sauce on it! We also tried a bunch of sides! The Brussels sprouts and jalapeño creamed corn were my favorites. Such great flavor. We also tried the mac and cheese and caramelized mashed potatoes. read more

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If you are in the STL area, The Shaved Duck is one of the "must eat" restaurants. There is a reason why they got a spotlight on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives with Guy Fieri. This dining place provides ambiance, paired together with warm customer service and DELICIOUS BBQ! The brisket burnt ends, pulled pork and chicken are tender and perfectly seasoned, with just the right amount of smoky richness. A few of their signature items are burn ends, cornbread, pulled pork and smothered fries. Pair these with their creamy mac and cheese, baked beans and brussel sprouts and it's a meal that hits all the right notes. Equally impressive is the service staff, who go all out to make every guest welcome. From the time you step inside, you are greeted with genuine smiles and a sense of hospitality you will hardly find anywhere. The servers are knowledgeable with regard to the menu items, happy to recommend pairings, and quick to accommodate special requests. Cozy and inviting, with that rustic charm that makes it perfect for a casual meal or special night out. And if that's not enough, Guy Fieri gave it his stamp of approval. He must have known they put their heart and soul into every single dish that leaves the kitchen. If you're in the area or planning a food-centric trip, The Shaved Duck is a must-visit. Between the amazing food, stellar service, and its TV-worthy appeal, this place deserves all the hype it gets! read more

The Shaved Duck - 3 Meats + coleslaw (tri-tip, burnt ends, bbq chicken) - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Always always ALWAYS an outstanding experience in every way possible. Food, drinks, service atmosphere everything. If you go here and you don't love it, there's likely something wrong with you and you should find a therapist or a shaman. read more

This place was great! It has inside and outside seating in a laid back atmosphere. The smothered fries were amazing and came out super quick! Awesome cheese sauce. We tried the tri-tip, jalapeño cheddar sausage, smoked meatloaf, and pulled chicken. Our favorites were the tri-tip and sausage. The loaded smoked potato salad and Brussels sprouts were tasty! They have a drink menu that includes alcohol and cannabis beverages. They also have a variety of barbecue sauces to try. There was no wait on a Friday evening with great service. Check them out! read more

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The smothered fries!! Best cheese sauce we've ever had! Ordered the duck breast because Guy Fieri raved about it. The cherry sauce made the dish. The Brussels were crispy and yummy. But, back to the fries. We'll go back just for those. Service was great. It's pretty small so expect a wait on the weekends. read more

The Shaved Duck - Smothered Fries - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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The food! The service!! THE FOOD! You will not be disappointed in anything you eat! Great staff, great atmosphere and GREAT FOOD!! Went with my family for my 50th bday and it was amazing! Will be back again and again. Sarah was our server and she was wonderful. read more

I went with a party of three when it was super busy. We hung out at the bar and had a drink until our table was ready. The bartender and the server were great, very charming and thoughtful. Food was awesome, my party got a bunch of apps and then we split some ribs. They were a little dry but the flavor was there. Will be going back again the next time I'm in St. Louis! read more

The Shaved Duck - Ribs! - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Came into town for work and my coworker raved about this place. I took a quick drive directly from the airport. I turned down a side street and immediately thought I was lost however this corner establishment is in a neighborhood that looks a little sketchy at night but overall was no problems. I walked in and had a seat at the bar. My waitress was really nice. She's the new Bar Manager. She recommended the 3 meat combo with a side of mac and cheese. I told her how my coworker raved about the Burnt Ends so I got a side of that as well. The food came out a short while later. The burnt ends were great! Nice and tender. I also enjoyed the sauce. The Tri-Tips were MONEY!!! They were my favorite part of the meal. The meatloaf was lukewarm. I could easily do without. The pulled pork was solid. Mac & Cheese I could also do without. Overall I'd go back the next time I'm in St. Louis. Food was good. Service was great. Worth the trip for sure. read more

The Shaved Duck - 3 Meats (Pulled Pork, Smoked Meatloaf, Tri-Tip) + Burnt Ends - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

This cute little bbq joint and bar did not disappoint! Went with my office while we were in town and everyone loved their meals! Started off with their cornbread, which was buttery and could easily feed 5 as an appetizer. I got the combination plate with chicken and tri-tips, both amazingly seasoned and packed with flavor! Their five sauces were all good accompaniments, with the mango habanero being a fan favorite. The star of the show for me had to be the brussel sprouts, salty and smoky but still a good palette cleanser! Overall a great meal while being reasonably priced, took home half my meal as leftovers after eating my fill. Service was good and we'll definitely come back again! read more

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Went on a week day for dinner so it was not crowded. Great vibes. Great options of bbq sauce! Great staff! read more

The Shaved Duck - Pulled Chicken Sandwich - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

The food is excellent. The service is great. I strongly recommend the combination plate. On that plate I highly recommend the pulled chicken and tri-tip. Cornbread was sweet but good. I wish they had more cocktails than the cannabis-infused ones. read more

Been coming here for years. My daughter always requests to go get ribs on her birthday from the shaved duck! Always good service!

The Shaved Duck was awesome, great food, live music setting the vibe, and the owners were making rounds to check in on everyone. Super welcoming spot. Prices were solid, and if you haven't guessed it yet... order the duck. You won't regret it. read more

Been here multiiple times since moving to the Midwest. Best BBQ in the country is in MO. Ive had it all over the country. this place is a cut above the rest. Atmosphere, (dark & quiet, (perfect)), great service, (thanks Eric), and ahhhhh, the food. Best burnt end, sauces, brussel sprouts ANYWHERE. read more

Been thinking about eating here our last few trips to St Louis. FINALLY! The restaurant itself is in an Old Brick Two Story Building. It used to be HILDEBRANDS BIG 4 MARKET. The new owners took over, I believe, in November of 2023. You'd never know it has been flooded with the roof collapsed. Hospitality was FANTASTIC! The food was so FULL OF FLAVOR and the portions enormous. The DUCK CONFIT was so tasty and my 9 year old daughter couldn't get enough. She had the PULLED PORK SANDWICH and loved it. My wife had the DUROC, a breed of pig, RIBS.. Juicy and meaty. I had the PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICH and JALAPENO CREAMED CORN. Both were delicious. I tried all of the BBQ SAUCES but my favorite was the MANGO HABENERO. Someone knew exactly what they were doing...Tremendous Flavor with just the Right Amount of Heat. If you're in the St Louis area, do yourself and your stomach a big favor...Head on over to THE SHAVED DUCK read more

The Shaved Duck - Smoked Chicken Sandwich with Jalapeno Creamed Corn - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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I'd been wanting to try this place for a while now and finally got around to going. For BBQ we love brisket and if you love brisket too- come check it out. We got the brisket sandwich and burnt ends sandwich (pictured). My partner gave their burnt ends sandwich a 4.5. I quote " It was good. I would've preferred a different sauce. But it was really good overall." I say overall the food was good and no complaints regarding the service! read more

The Shaved Duck - Burnt Ends Sandwich - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

First things first: there is cinnamon in one of the sauces and seemingly sprinkled on the pulled meats. While the sauces were delicious, with the 7Cherry being a favorite with its cheerwine notes, my meal was overridden with the undertone of cinnamon. Tho I'm not a fan, with it being a slight allergen, I get what they were going for. But it was too much to be on the smoked meats. Let the smoked meats speak for themselves. Again the sauces were nice. I particularly liked the pepper heavy sauce and the KC style. The Tilly's sauce has the cinnamon and while I wouldn't choose it, I can see it being someone's favorite. Just don't put cinnamon on so many other things that it gets in the way of the other great flavors already present. The collards were fantastic. Nice texture and good cook, with big slices of white onions in them. Also, the Brussels were fried and fantastic. Good fries. Hand cut, seemingly. Mac n cheese was VERY saucy; not my favorite. With foreknowledge, a great meal could be had. Oh, two people got the ribs and enjoyed them thoroughly. A half rack was plenty with a side. read more

Let's just start with the food the full barbecue experience. We really enjoyed all the sauce options. This was our second time eating at this establishment. We had plenty of room for our large party. The service staff kept all of our dishes, coming out timely. Don't hesitate to try some real St. Louis barbecue ! read more

Holy cow, or should I say pig! We love the pulled pork from here - seriously, some of the absolute best I have ever had (and I have had a lot of pulled pork from a lot of delicious places). Further, the sides are great! To make the experience of dining or taking out from here even sweeter: the staff are AWESOME. They are so helpful and nice. Finally, we were pleasantly surprised by the cute interior and that there was live music on a night we were here recently. If you have not been here and you like pulled pork, you better add it to your list. read more

The Shaved Duck - Outside - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Shaved duck is easily by favorite bbq restaurant. The burnt ends and cornbread are a great way to start! I know this won't be for everyone but I LOVE their veggie sandwich. It may seem an odd choice for a bbq restaurant but is so tasty! It's big and I always have half for the next day. Normally we do not have room for dessert. I did go and order just dessert and man oh man! This is the cherry cobbler! Definitely big enough for everyone to share but so good you won't want to read more

The Shaved Duck - Cherry Cobbler - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

A great Triple D restaurant that lives up to the hype. BBQ has great flavor. Moist and just delicious. The poutine was very good, whatever cheese sauce they use for a variety of dishes is stellar. Kids were practically licking their plates clean it was so good. Service was polite and friendly and the space is filled with charm. A must try in St. Louis! read more

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This place is amazing! Great BBQ. Both the shrimp and grits and the pulled chicken sandwich were fantastic, and they had a great selection of barbecue sauces. Service was great as well. A definite spot to try when in Stl. read more

Such a good spot, we're so glad to have them back. We like to get the combo and share it so you can get a little bit of everything! Their sides are bomb, love their Mac n cheese. Can't wait for them to get their bar, that's the one thing that's missing. But soon you can get good bbq and good beer! read more

A great stop for an elevated BBQ experience. We got the two meats but adding burnt ends (additional $7.99). All the meat was tinder, smoky and delicious. The cornbread tho!!!! It stole the show I could not stop eating it and the creamy sweet butter, SOOO good! Highly recommend. Great service, lots of BBQ Sauce options on your table and food came quickly. read more

The Shaved Duck - Cornbread to share, get it, soo good! - Soul Food Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Nope. Waited almost an hour after being told 15-30 minutes but, we did decide to wait so that's on us. The man running the hostess stand needed don training. When he sat people at the bar mr friend went to ask him if we could've dined there and his response was yes but you should've told me that you wanted to sit there. Nice response! The staff was working hard. Bartender was handling people ordering drinks, waiting on other tables, and waiting on her bar patrons also. The place is small with outdoor benches but we were tops if we wanted to dine outside and it started raining they would not let us dine inside. Soooo, we chose to wait. The food was not good. Sorry the people who like it but no. We ordered a full rack of ribs. They were dry, I mean very dry. Not fall off the bone and overcooked. The potato salad had a really strong after taste. The slaw was described as creamy but was not. The gumbo is more red not a brown color. The corn bread was very thick and hard with actual corn pieces in it. It was just not good. Had high hopes but fell really flat. read more