Ian Froeb

Soul 2 Soul offers soulful plates, swanky vibes in St. Louis

Spicy Chef adds fiery Hunan, Sichuan fare to University City's Chinese restaurant boom

The Mexican Barrel House's menu features classic Mexican and Tex-Mex fare alongside barbecue platters with brisket and pork ribs.

Garcia Properties has updated the classic Uncle Bill's on South Kingshighway without changing its familiar menu.

The Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant also features excellent hummus, falafel and bakery fare.

Bistro La Floraison, which opened in 2022, was sued by its landlord in March over unpaid rent and utilities.

What, exactly, has changed this decade? Where have so many diners gone? What do they want from a restaurant in 2026?

Free article: Sado and Pavilion are No. 1 on the STL 100, Ian Froeb's list of the best restaurants in St. Louis, for the second consecutive year.

Here's another way to explore the STL 100 and find a restaurant near you, or find a restaurant in an area you want to visit.

The STL 100 launched in 2015. Of the 100 restaurants selected that year, 10 have remained on the list every year through 2026.