The St. Louis Dining Experience
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Updated January 2025
St. Louis has grown into a foodie’s paradise, with a booming food industry and diverse dining experiences. I remember struggling to find good restaurants years ago, but now there are countless options. My trips are always too short to sample everything, but I’ve enjoyed the places I have visited (and will continue to visit!).
Eckert’s Custard
Eckert’s Farm, located just 30 minutes outside of St. Louis, offers a variety of delicious treats. During our visit, we indulged in their peach-flavored custard, which was the day’s flavor and perfectly suited for peach season. They also had massive sundaes and a unique twist on the classic root beer float – the Ski float! Ski, a soda that’s hard to find in Indiana, is a must-try for fans of the beverage.
Basso
Basso, an Italian restaurant located beneath the Boundary Restaurant at The Cheshire, offers a unique dining experience for adults seeking a late-night option. The dimly lit atmosphere creates a romantic and mysterious ambiance, featuring an open kitchen, comfortable leather booths, a stone fireplace, and a large oval bar.
Known for its authentic Italian cuisine and happy hour specials, Basso’s menu includes favorites such as Crispy Meatballs, Emo Cover Band Pizza, and tiramisu. Happy hour, with discounted drinks, pizza, and appetizers, is available weekdays from 4-6 p.m.
Basso is conveniently located across the street from Stevenson’s Hi-Pointe Amoco sign, a St. Louis landmark.
The Foundry Bakery
The Foundry Bakery, located on the northwest side of St. Louis, offers Taiwanese baked goods, teas, and a coffee bar with locally sourced beans. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy late-morning snacks and drinks in a quiet neighborhood. The friendly owners were happy to offer recommendations from their diverse menu. The Strawberry Green Tea Latte, Cafe Latte, Crispy Orange Bun, and Croissant-Donut are all highly recommended. With its large dining area and variety of menu options, The Foundry Bakery is a must-try.
Salt+Smoke BBQ
Salt + Smoke, a BBQ joint on Delmar Loop, has a cool, hipster vibe. But don’t be fooled; the food is the real star. The sides and sauces might not be for everyone (it wasn’t my jam), but the BBQ meats and mac and cheese are seriously good. It’s a popular spot in a city that’s becoming a foodie haven, and it’s definitely a unique place to grab some tasty BBQ.
Kaldi’s Coffee Roastery
Kaldi’s Coffee Roastery was the coffee spot of choice, suggested by both friends and other St. Louis locals. They have a huge menu of coffee, teas, and specialty drinks, with both single-origin and blended coffees. I even noticed some unique drinks, like the Ginger Rose Latte and Honey Almond Cold Brew. Kaldi’s even offers a variety of coffee classes to the public.
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