METRO magazine: Try the Green, Eggs and Ham - poached eggs, prosciutto and arugula stacked on whole-wheat crostini (just don't forget to order a side of what will likely be the best bison sausage you'll ever eat). Read more.
Riverfront Times: The kitchen turns out an excellent take on the classic BLT with thick bacon, Brie, tomato jam and arugula, as well as a fine Carolina-style pulled-pork sandwich. Read more.
Lauren Erker: Perfect for a chic-urban dining experience; fresh, delicious salads; crisp, sophisticated cocktails; & a darling boutique. Violet Femme & Moroccan Chicken salad is what I recommend. ~ Bon Appetit ~
2. Polite Society
9.2
1923 Park Ave, St Louis, MO
New American Restaurant · Lafayette Square · 17 tips and reviews
24 Hour Food Geek: Breakfast sandwich - pork belly, rosemary ham, American cheese, sunny side up egg, and arugula on brioche and served with breakfast potatoes. #politesocietystl http://24hourfoodgeek.wordpress.com
Emma Larson: Great brunch spot! A new favorite, for sure. Everything is amazingly delicious, the decor is a perfect balance of rustic/kitschy without going overboard, and the staff is always delightful.
Mohrah: Their burger was ok the vanilla cheese cake not that much. On the pricy side
3. Lorenzo's Trattoria
8.4
1933 Edwards St (Daggett), St Louis, MO
Italian Restaurant · The Hill · 19 tips and reviews
24 Hour Food Geek: Potato gnocchi - luganiga and arugula in a Gorgonzola, fontina, and Parmesan sauce. #lorenzostrattoria #24hourfoodgeek Follow us at http://24hourfoodgeek.wordpress.com
Laura: The house salad is a must-have: pistachios, prosciutto, and parm on romaine with a balsamic vinegarette that has the creaminess of ceasar. Tiramisu is light and fluffy. Excellent service. Low lunch $!
Alan Hautly: Excellent soups and awesome Gorgonzola spread
4. Pi Pizzeria
8.4
400 N Euclid Ave (at McPherson Ave), St Louis, MO
Pizzeria · Central West End · 74 tips and reviews
Riverfront Times: Try the namesake pizza, the Central West End, which includes mozzarella, Volpi prosciutto, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, red onions and arugula. Read more.
Megan Martin: Great local restaurant for unique pizza options. Has delicious #glutenfree crust. Try the Lincoln Park or the East Loop! Don't share so you have leftovers.
Lori Westermeier: Eat the pizza. Do it now.
5. Acero
8.2
7266 Manchester Rd, St Louis, MO
New American Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews
24 Hour Food Geek: Try the Porchetta - Porchetta - creamy polenta, shaved fennel, arugula, lemon, salsa Verdi, and sugo. #acero (via @Foodspotting)
Riverfront Times: Pasta dishes are exquisite - small portions crafted with incredible attention to detail; polenta is poured tableside onto a marble slab and then topped with one of several sumptuous sauces. Read more.
Anna Moritz: You have to go with the tasting menu! The meat donuts are so good! No joke.
6. BLK MKT
7.5
9 Vandeventer, St Louis, MO
Sushi Restaurant · Central West End · 8 tips and reviews
24 Hour Food Geek: Tasty as cluck - buttermilk fried chicken, kimchi slaw, arugula, BLK MKT pickles, crispy shallots, tempura crunch, and fire sauce. #24hourfoodgeek This was amazing. #ICantQuitYouFriedChicken
24 Hour Food Geek: OG fire nachos - spicy tuna, arugula, Persian cucumbers, avocado, sesame seeds, crispy shallots, tempura crunch, jalapeño masago, And OG fire sauce. #blkmkteats #24hourfoodgeek
24 Hour Food Geek: OG Fire Tuna - spicy ahi tuna, avocado, cucumbers, masago, crispy shallots, tempura crunch, sesame seeds, fresh jalapeños, and OG fire sauce. BLK MKT pickles, crispy shallots, and og fire sauce
7. Baileys' Range
8.3
920 Olive St (at N 10th St), St Louis, MO
Burger Joint · Downtown East · 218 tips and reviews
Sonny Song: The milkshakes are insane. Defs get the bison burger with tomato jam, arugula and goat cheese!
C. Jay Conrod: Awesome burgers, ice cream, & shakes. Doesn't matter your dietary restrictions, they've got you covered. Everything is fresh & handmade. My favorite place to eat downtown. I tend to get the Buffalo.
Go! Magazine: We wholeheartedly endorse the Sweet Sweet Bacon shake, but it's hard to go wrong with a Great Pumpkin or a Horchata. We also love that the kitchen doesn't close early. (Gabe Hartwig) Read more.
9. Panorama
8.3
1 Fine Arts Dr (Valley Dr.), St Louis, MO
Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews
Riverfront Times: The "Champagne Benedict" is an excellent offering. A poached egg, spinach, fresh mozzarella and champagne hollandaise sauce are served atop a buttery croissant. Read more.
Melissa Thornton: What a fantastic experience! Our server, Trent, was attentive, knowledgeable, and very friendly. I can't wait to come back.
Brenda Fraser: Call early for reservations as it fills up fast. Very popular! Great views.
10. Tony's
8.3
1 S Broadway (Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark), St Louis, MO
Italian Restaurant · Downtown East · 18 tips and reviews
24 Hour Food Geek: Try the Saffron Risotto with Osso Buco - Awesome!!! It was a special. I cannot eat enough osso buco
Go! Magazine: Still a perfect restaurant. This is someplace where you’ll want the meal to last two hours, or even much longer, and a pasta course helps stretch it out. (Joe Bonwich) Read more.
Ashley L.: One of my favorite restaurants!
11. Local Harvest Grocery
8.1
3108 Morganford Rd (south of Arsenal at Juniata), St Louis, MO
Grocery Store · Tower Grove South · 10 tips and reviews
Megan Martin: Local, organic groceries. Selection isn't huge but is quality. Love their local milk. Great beer and wine selection. Good selection of vegan and gluten free items.
Matthew Hurst: Farm-fresh food and hand-baked bread make this grocery the ideal spot for vegetarians and omnivores alike. Ask anyone in the store to learn more about your food...
Nimble Marketing: The new store is bigger and better
14. West End Grill & Pub
8.4
354 N Boyle Ave (at Maryland Ave.), St Louis, MO
American Restaurant · Central West End · 29 tips and reviews
Antonio Rodriguez: Awesome food at great prices - especially during happy hour. Quick and friendly service with ever changing daily specials. Try an appetizer. Pick any of them - they're all delicious!
Riverfront Times: Try the vegan stir fry! A big helping of rice and veggies including chickpeas, butternut squash, peppers, onions and portabella mushrooms, sauteed in a sweet chile-cilantro pesto http://bit.ly/1e5Vrua
Neill Costello: Great food, great happy hour specials! Try the mussels, truly the best I have ever eaten.