Back againnn and I tried new menu items! The service was spectacular. I believe our server's name was Candice. Appetizers: Fried Oysters and Cheddar Biscuits. The oysters were the bomb of course. The biscuits were so crispy but soft on the inside and the shrimp butter had the perfect umami flavor! Entrees: Fish Sandwich & Jerk Chicken Burger. Both perfectly executed! Texture, flavor, spice! We ordered the beet salad as a light side to our sandwiches. If you like earthy flavors, this salad is for you! The beets and dandelion greens are earthy and slightly bitter while the cheese adds a layer of creaminess and sweetness from the walnuts. Drinks: Birds of Paradise (YUUMM) It's sweet and tart. The Yellowbelly drink is very rum forward with spices on the backend. The glasses and garnishments are on point!! read more

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Yes. Just yes. Make a reservation. It's quick, easy, and guarantees a seat for you. They take walk ins but this place is poppin. Street parking is ok, but if you're like me and that stresses you out - just know there's a little garage with the bank that is pretty cheap to park at. Now, onto the important stuff. The food is great. The drinks are well crafted. There's something for everyone here. Love happy hour. Fries are delish. Chicken sandwich and coconut shrimp are bangers. Boyfriend loves the lobster roll, but it's not huge! We've had wonderful service anytime we've been here. The lighting is dim. It's a perf date night. Desserts are also a hit! Ask the servers for their recs. If you're going for brunch, also excellent. I've been once. The lobster enchiladas were 10/10. read more

First time coming here to try their burger (after having it saved for so long). It was pretty busy but we got seats at the bar. I also got a drink for the cup - Escape from Black Cat Mountain. The miso onions add a deep, savoury flavour you don't usually get on a burger. It comes with two patties (which is a lot for me but I ended up finishing it). The GF bun has a slightly less flavour than brioche-style buns but it wasn't dry. The fries had a rich flavour from the beef fat (gives it a bit of a steakhouse-level savouriness). It's crispy on the outside but still fluffy inside. The portion was generous too. Overall, the vibes were great. There's lots of seating in the back as well but like I said, it was pretty packed. I would most likely come back and try their other dishes as well (I'll be booking a table next time!). read more

Yellowbelly - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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I spent my one solo night in St. Louis checking out the spots my work team didn't want to venture away from the burbs for. And I'm so glad I did. Yellowbelly is an absolute gem. Friendly bartenders, unique cocktails, tasty bites, and a fantastic ambiance. This would be a repeat spot for me if I lived in STL. read more

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Yum! So many delicious things to try!! And in such a beautiful spot - the huge plants soaking up the sun in the windows, the wall art echoing the botanical theme. We started with the beet salad - citrus and picked beets - so good! The Cesar was great too, just more classic. Grilled salmon skewers are a must. As are the crab fritters - the mustard sauce alone is worth ordering these. For mains, we had the seared scallops and the beef short rib. Both were excellent but the short ribs were my favorite with a delicious sauce. The ultimate dish though was the pineapple upside down bread pudding à la mode. So saucy and sweet. Amazing! read more

I can't say enough good things about Yellowbelly! We have been eating here since they have opened and are never disappointed! Their service is on point and we love the coastal Hawaiian vibes of the restaurant. Every item from the fries/potatoes to their steaks to their desserts never miss! 10/10 I always recommend Yellowbelly!! read more

Yellowbelly - Breakfast plate with pork belly - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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I've been to Lazy Tiger a lot but haven't explored Yellowbelly a lot. Came here late on a Saturday and were able to snag a reservation online. They have an amazing food and drink menu. It's the same as Lazy Tiger for food and unique drinks. I recommend the street corn taquitos and the coconut tiramisu!! I got the kiwi mojito (it has a cute name I just don't remember) and it was SO GOOD! Today we tried the beef fat fries and the ceviche, both were amazing, and got the tiramisu to split. We all enjoyed it all. Our waitress was amazing! She was super helpful with answering our questions and recommending great things! She was very knowledgeable about the menu. I will definitely be coming back! Parking isn't always super easy in central west end but it's worth it to come here. read more

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We had a 5:30 reservation and were seated immediately and got to enjoy the last bit of happy hour. We ordered several small plates and were not disappointed! Our favorites were the crab fritters, small poke bowl, and kimchi raw oysters, which were all reasonably priced. The restaurant itself was giving tropical but cozy vibes and tables ranged from family dinners to dates to girls night. Overall, one of my favorite spots in STL so far! read more

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Came for happy hour on a Thursday, and got a seat at the bar. Had a delightful tropical old fashioned, a very generous portion of crispy beef fat fries with a kick, and a perfect-sized "mini" BBQ chicken slider (I can usually only eat half a burger anyways). Service was attentive and the vibe was quirky and uplifting. I'd come back! read more

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Super flavorful food! Umami AF. Very chill vibe. Love all the greenery! highly recommend this place for girls night or a date night for adventurous eaters. One coworker had the pork chop entree, it was so tender!!! My other coworker had the salmon green curry and it was probably all of our favorite! Delicious!! read more

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Oh my goodness! If my palate could throw a party and invite a restaurant, it would definitely be Yellowbelly! We tried so many different dishes and drinks, and each one took us on its own flavorful journey. From the crispy, sweet, and juicy coconut shrimp to the perfectly seasoned oyster bites every bite was a hit! And that piña colada... wow! So creamy, smooth, and refreshing it instantly made me want to grab a beach chair and order three more. The customer service was absolutely top tier, too! I can't wait to go back. Whether you're planning a date night or just a fun night out, Yellowbelly is the place to be! read more

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Went to yellow belly for dinner on a Wednesday! Make a reservation no matter what day you go; they get super busy. We went to check out their happy hour menu. For my girl dinner, I ordered the painkiller, and the frozen pornstar martini, and their French fries. Let me just say their French fries are TO DIE FOR. Also a super good portion for $5. My boyfriend got the chicken burger, coconut tiramisu, and a dessert. All of which he said was super good. We made our reservation for 5 right when they open and I will say until they're busy all the waiters just stand near the bar, and there's a large amount of them. This took away from the ambiance for me personally. Since there was literally 6+ people doing nothing but standing near my table for at least 20 minutes. This unfortunately brings my review down to 3 stars. Other than that it would've been a perfect five. read more

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Had 6 of us took us without reservations. Food was great not a huge menu but plenty of really interesting American Asian fusion. Drinks were good also. The place is well lit nice decorations can be a bit load. Highly recommend the food. Our waiter was very attentive read more

Yellowbelly - Roasted carrots - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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I went for brunch, and the food (steak burrito, potatoes, and biscuits) were super yummy and the mimosa was good, I felt like the brunch menu is lacking, especially when compared to the dinner menu. There's really nothing on the brunch menu that sets it apart from other restaurants, and I just think it could be more creative. read more

I took my dad to Yellowbelly for his birthday, and we both had a great time and loved everything we tried. The carrots are worth writing home about, and they have lots of fun drinks to try. The interior is fun and very "vibe-y" and it's a great place to order several dishes to share. It's easy to eat here if you are gluten-free, pescatarian, or even vegetarian can do pretty well on options here. read more

I've been to Yellow Belly for Brunch but this was my first dinner there and I left so impressed. The atmosphere was perfect for a girls night and the staff was super welcoming and offered lots of recommendations when asked. I ordered the Frio Fresco that Knesha our sever recommended and absolutely loved it. We shared the shrimp ceviche and beef fat fries between three ladies and it was perfect. The Coconut Tiramisu for dessert is a must! I will be dreaming about that Tiramisu for 10-12 business days. Everything was delicious! I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order at Yellow Belly. read more

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Couldn't recommend this place enough, A favorite option for brunch! Three different mimosa options and full portions of food with unique menu options. The staff is always kind and helpful. The breakfast burrito is awesome too :) read more

Yellowbelly - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Yum! Yum! Yum! So, I've tried the sister restaurant Lazy Tiger but did not know that they shared a kitchen so the menu is the same, only the cocktails are different and the ambience is more bright and airy. Loved the chairs! So cute and surprisingly comfortable. Okay, the food/drink. That's what we're here for. Right!?! Mind blown and taste buds were so happy!! Here's what we had an my thoughts: Drinks: Yellowbelly (me) & Everybody Loves The Sunshine (hubs). Both were delicious and give off tropical vibes. A+ for the presentation. Food: House Made Kimchi (chef's selection for the day was a Persian kimchi made with cucumbers). Fabulous! A fun take on kimchi with heat and the cooling cucumbers. Grilled Salmon Skewers - Man! This is how salmon should be. Deliciously glazed and perfectly grilled. The papaya salad was equally as impressive. It had a great crunch and perfect amount of heat. Brussels Sprouts - To die for!! I could eat this every day. So we did try this at Lazy Tiger and liked it but I don't remember it being THIS good. Must try!! Vegetable Fried Rice w/ Pork Belly added. Wow! A generous portion of fried rice paired with petite diced pineapple, chili crisp and topped with pork belly. The pork belly here is the absolute best. Melts in your mouth and oh so delicious. A little sorry we didn't get the pork belly small plate too...you're going to crave more! Warm Mini Lobster Roll - I was excited for this but was so disappointed. There was no flavor. I was hoping for a butter drizzle or kick of spice but no. Very underwhelming, especially for the price. Too boring for this place and not a good representation of what Yellowbelly has to offer. We had an amazing server, Angelique who took the time to explain the drink and food options and make suggestions She was very welcoming and knowledgeable! Thank you, Angelique!! 5 Stars...Must Visit!! read more

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We missed our reservation at another restaurant at the last minute and made this reservation an hour before. The food, service and ambiance were incredible. The glass octopus cocktail was reallyyyyyy not my cup of tea. However, everything else I had was delicious and so worth it! read more

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I've been meaning to try Yellowbelly for years now, and I'm very glad we went. The inside decor is super fun and all of the employees wore Hawaiian shirts. They also have outdoor seating as well. Since they are known for their cocktails, we started off with the Violet Mojito and Champagne Ramos. Both drinks were excellent and presented well. To start we ordered some small plates - Nashville Hot Oysters, Cheddar Biscuits, Crab Fritters, Mini Lobster Roll, and the Brussels Sprouts. We also split the Moroccan Spiced Grouper. Overall, we enjoyed all of the small plates, especially the oysters and biscuits. The grouper was more on the dry side and needed some sauce. We would probably skip that next time and try a burger instead. The next time we visit, it's definitely going to be to check out their Brunch or Happy Hour specials. read more

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I've been here twice - once for late night drinks outside and once for weekend brunch. I am SO GLAD we came here for brunch! First, shoutout to CJ who is just the best embodiment of a bartender. She's friendly, she's helpful, she's funny ... frankly, she makes you want to hang out a little longer if it's not busy because she's that great. She made my new ALL TIME #1 favorite frozen pina colada. Woweeee it's perfect! I also really enjoyed the atmosphere. It's bright, colorful, and sunny. My breakfast sandwich was lovely and the fries were really yummy. Don't miss this spot when visiting St. Louis and the Central West End neighborhood! read more

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I've always heard great things about Yellowbelly and was excited to check it out over the weekend. My friend and I both got cocktails and split a couple of small plates. My favorite dish was probably the brussells sprouts - the green apple kimchi went so well with them! The salmon skewers were good but teeny tiny..I loved the papaya salad on the side. The biscuits were okay but the crab fritters were disappointing. For a place that clearly has a talent for pairing flavors togethe, the honey mustard dipping sauce for the fritters really missed the mark. I believe the drink I ordered was Everybody Loves the Sunshine which was okay but I wouldn't order it again. I would come back for the happy hour to try the dishes & drinks available, but probably won't be back for dinner. read more

Yellowbelly - Sprouts & crab fritters - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Absolutely amazing food and drinks! We ordered the two types of oysters, the lobster roll, pork belly, and coconut shrimp. We made reservations and sat at the bar. Next time, we'll plan to get reservations at a table. The drinks were fabulous - lots of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. We tried the Burner Phone, Mojito, and Glass Octopus. Parking is available along the surrounding streets. Inside there is lots of natural lighting which I'm assuming might turn to mood lighting once the sun sets. There's table and bar seating options, plus an outdoor patio. read more

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I completely understand why reservations are necessary! The aesthetic of the restaurant and the presentation of food and beverages is exactly for those who aren't camera shy. They have a happy hour that's available to the entire restaurant instead of just those sitting at the bar. They can accommodate for groups of various sizes and I throughly enjoyed every item I chose from both menus (happy hour and regular). Make a reservation and give Yellowbelly a try! read more

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Had a fantastic date night at yellow belly. We were seated outside on the patio within 10 minutes and our server was still very attentive going in and out of the building. Sometimes with patio seating, servers can be "out of sight, out of mind", but our service on a Friday night was incredible. They were quick to get our food out, keep our table clean, and our glasses full. We started with the salmon tostada and Nashville hot oysters, both an absolute must that we get every time we are here. Great starters with great crunch and flavor to set the meal. For our mains, we got the seared scallops and the short rib, with the chili glazed pork belly to share. The pork belly was alright, very tender, but it's very similar to a bulgogi bowl. My scallops were seared perfectly and went very well with the corn grits they were served on. My partner's short rib were melt in your mouth tender. Great plates all around. We ended with the unable upside down bread pudding, which is another must for us. It's sticky, sweet, and soft all together and tastes fantastic. No leftovers here! read more

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We love this place !! Food is excellent and service great. Fabulous neighborhood place. Just moved into the area and we are trying different places in the neighborhood read more

This was my first time at Yellowbelly. I have heard a lot of great reviews and glad i finally got to experience it. Located in the Central West End. There is a public parking garage next door or you can street park if you are lucky enough to find a spot. Atmosphere is cozy with dim lighting. It was a little noisy making to hear everyone at our table of 6. The menu is very eclectic with a variety of very creative food choices. I went with the fish skewers (on menu as salmon, however, this night was halibut). Beautifully plated with a small side of slaw (? Not sure what to call it? Kinda pickly) Sauce was tangy with a little heat. Very good. Also, had the brussel sprouts. Very good! For dessert, my husband and I split the Pineapple Upside Down Bread Pudding. A must try! This is a great dessert! read more

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Definitely in my top 5. I love their ambiance, perfect for nice casual elevated dinner. The food is DIVINE. I love their cheddar biscuits (for apps), braised short rib, chilli glazed pork ribs, and grilled salmon. These are my personal go-to. Their drinks are amazing as well! read more

Yellowbelly has been on my list for awhile, and what better time to go than NYE? It's no wonder they often don't have reservations open, this is a very intimate spot. They like to keep the tables some distance apart, less crowded, and give the BEST service. It was insane how fantastic their service was all night long! You did as much as look their way and they were at your table. Everything came so quick but at the perfect time, like they were watching you and your body language for cues! They are very good at what they do. This is a luxury experience at a fraction of the cost. The atmosphere is very welcoming and clean. A cool fusion feel, with the decor and food being a good match - Hawaiian and Korean maybe? Either way, the owners have good taste. I loved that the bar was the centerpiece of the business and you can see almost everything going on. The drink menu is really awesome. We're not usually vodka drinkers but we're super amazed at how much run forward their menu was! Not a vodka drink in sight which is rare for STL! Lots a great options, and some good wines too. The food. Woah. Everything we ate was top notch. The shrimp in the shrimp ceviche was SO fresh. The brussel sprouts were cooked to a crispy perfection. The pork chop was fantastic and the pork belly dish? Omg. I want to try everything on the menu because we didn't have anything we didn't like. Even the dessert was amazing! Such a great experience, we will absolutely be back. read more

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I really liked the ambiance at this location, had a very fun atmosphere with good servers. The drinks and watermelon starter were great, but the rest of the food came out really slow. I also thought the mains were way too salty which made it hard to finish. read more

Yellowbelly - grilled salmon, jerk chicken burger - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Yellowbelly has a special place in my heart; I've been several times and the food and service are consistently great. The space is beautiful and always clean. I usually sit at the bar, and the bartenders are attentive, personable, and make great recommendations. The cocktails are always consistent, and their happy hour selection is solid. My must-orders are the duck fat fries and the salmon poke (I order every time). I honestly haven't had a bad cocktail here, but my favorites are the Painkiller and a skinny margarita (it tastes like home, Texas). The pork belly was incredibly tender and flavorful, and I loved the recommendation to add an egg. I've also tried the mini lobster roll, biscuits, coconut shrimp, corn taquitos, salmon tostada, charred carrots, and the rum fish sandwich; I'd recommend them all and would happily order any of them again. read more

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Been here for drinks at the bar when the lazy tiger was too busy. I've wanted to eat here for a while. We finally booked a resy with my boyfriend's parents who live in the CWE. The food was excellent! What stood out for me was the watermelon salad. Never had anything like it. I definitely want to return and sit outside. read more

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Lovely experience for happy hour! We got a reservation, but I had to call when I discovered we'd be cutting it close. They were so friendly about it. Our waiter was attentive without being over bearing. We ordered pretty much off the happy hour menu, but got the biscuits from the regular menu. Everything is very flavorful and fresh, and we couldn't get over the amount of fries for $5! Our drinks were tasty and strong, a highlight was the tropical old fashioned. It was a refreshing twist - the pineapple works really well with the whiskey! read more

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Yellowbelly is one of my favorite restaurants in STL! We were in with a group of 10 people so I got to try a lot of different food and everything was delicious. I have been several times and it's always been a great experience. Everyone needs to get the cheddar biscuits to start! The drinks are also the star of the show. I recommend getting a bunch of small plates and a chicken burger and splitting everything. Our server was very attentive, we were never out of drinks or water, and the service was very smooth, even though it was for a big group. read more

Yellowbelly - Birds of paradise frozen cocktail - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Incredible(!) service, great food, great drinks, steep prices. A fun special occasion place. Would love if they did brunch too! read more

Yellowbelly - Scallops - New American Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

I came here solo for a quick dinner and was able to be seated at the bar. The place is large with bar seating, booths, high tops and regular tables. Wasn't too dark or too loud. I started with a drink - per the bartender's recommendation, I got the Aftershock. It was so refreshing and delicious, on the sweeter side. For food, I got the spam fried rice and added pork belly (per the server's recommendation). The additional pork belly was $8. Honestly, worth it! It literally melts in your mouth. The spam fried rice was too salty for me, personally. Would definitely recommend Yellowbelly! I want to return with friends to try more of their food and drinks. read more

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Super yummy, super service, super cute establishment. We arrived and had a little bit of a wait, so we walked around the very cute neighborhood surrounding the restaurant. Once seated we started with cocktails, that were very good and refreshing. Next we had the oysters, the raw and the cooked, tried all three they had to offer and they were all very good. Next was the main course the Moroccan spiced halibut, with broccolini, cous cous, blistering cherry tomatoes, Spanish pork chorizo, chermoula butter, and pistachio tukkah. Finished it off with a berry panna cotta, which we had the server pick and surprise us with as we couldn't decide from the yummy desserts. Our server was great, very informative about the menu, friendly, attentive, and had great suggestions. read more

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We popped into Yellowbelly for dinner after grabbing drinks at Brennan's and it was great! We got here a bit later in the evening, but we're welcome with open arms (kitchen was open about 45 minutes more). No cocktails for us this time, but the food was so good! I got the jerk spiced chicken burger and I lovedddd the pickled carrot and daikon on it! The smoky aioli paired well with the overall taste, and the fact that it was served on a Hawaiian sesame bun was chef's kiss. We also shared fries which were delicious (beef tallow) and the portion was huge. Yellowbelly delivered 100% read more

I ordered the Vegetarian Fried Rice with Spam to share as an appetizer. I'd heard the day before on Arch Eats podcast that it was TO DIE FOR. They did NOT steer me wrong. VERY good! I ordered Grilled Salmon Skewers and House Made Kimchi. For the small amount of salmon on the skewers, they were pretty expensive! And the kimchi isn't your standard flavor for kimchi. It was good, but not what I prefer. There was a LOT of food being passed around and shared which is my ABSOLUTE favorite way to dine out with friends! This is a good place to do it. The service was really good, but the ambiance isn't wonderful IMO. It's a small place and gets pretty loud, though it does look like they've maybe added some tiles to the ceiling to assist with that? Yellowbelly's been on my "MUST GO TO" list for a really long time and I'm glad I finally made it! OH, and that DESSERT!!! read more

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Once again, this place didn't disappoint. I had told my husband about this place and we came and ate here since we were enjoying the West End location. He enjoyed his pork chop, and I had the seared scallops with green salsa, which was delicious. Our drinks were okay. He had the octopus and I had the private eyes. I believe I will stick with the Yellowbelly drink. read more

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