Akar is easily one of my top three favorite restaurants. The atmosphere is calming, cool, and…read moreperfect for a relaxed date night out. Every bite of the food was delicious. I ordered the Thai drunken noodles, and they were spicy, well-balanced, and full of flavor. The service was also very nice and made the experience even better. Parking can be a little tricky, but it's absolutely worth it. I came here for a date night, and it was the perfect spot. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to and keep recommending.

Akar was one of the best fine-dining experiences I've had in St. Louis. With a small, intimate…read moredining room, Akar feels both cozy and elevated and is a great spot for celebrating a special occasion. With such a small dining room, service is very attentive and it doesn't get too loud. All of the food is delicious and beautifully plated: truly a delight for the senses.

So glad to have Grand Bistro back in my life! The food is just as good as I remember from when it…read morewas Pho Grand, and honestly, the service when I went with friends last week was incredible. I knew they don't take reservations and won't seat an incomplete party, but I still got there a little early just to see if we could grab a table for five. I was surprised (in a good way) when they seated me before everyone else arrived. I even told the hostess I didn't mind waiting, but she encouraged me to go ahead and sit, which was really nice. Our server was super friendly and made sure I was taken care of while I waited. As my friends started arriving, he was quick to get them settled in too. We started with some non-alcoholic drinks and spent some time chatting before diving into the menu. It was honestly hard to pick just one thing, so I went with both the chicken pho and fried rice. I knew I wouldn't finish it all, but I really wanted both. Once we ordered, everything moved smoothly--our server checked in, made sure drinks were filled, and kept things organized. When the food came out, everything looked amazing and tasted just as good. Of course, with all the catching up we were doing, it took us a while to finish, but there was no rush at all. When we were ready, he brought the checks and was more than happy to split them out (always appreciate that!). Before leaving, I ordered a to-go meal for my husband and asked for a box for my leftovers. Our server actually took my plate and packed everything up in the back, which I wasn't expecting but really appreciated. He also brought out the to-go order right when it was ready. Honestly, everything, from the space to the service to the food, was just great. I'm already looking forward to going back again soon.

How happy am I to learn this place reopened with a new name? We were here within the hour of…read morelearning it had reopened (was Pho Grand). And it lived up to our expectations. Love the new cocktail bar they added. It take away some seating however people can eat at bar too. We ordered cocktails while waiting for our table which took only a few minutes. My husband tried their version of an old-fashioned which used both bourbon and rum!!! It was good but he said definitely a "sipper". They have a full bar and much better wine selection now too. Starters for us were a bowl of wonton soup and the spring rolls. Both were good but rolls a little rubbery to me. The highlight of our meals was charbroiled pork. We are not capable of ordering anything else. Ha. I get 15.04 and he got 15.03 which includes an egg roll. Divine food!! The people who own this place are so friendly. Our waiter was also very nice. We can't wait to return

Nice local restaurant serving up delicious food and offering lunch specials. I had the Szechuan…read moreBeef with fried rice and spring roll , spicy and oh so delicious .

We have not been here before but decided to give it a whirl tonight for takeout. Ordered easily…read morethrough GrubHub/Yelp and received confirmation relatively quickly that our order was received and will be ready in 20-30 mins. By the time my husband and I finished cleaning up, our food was ready for pickup. I arrived and they have designated spaces out front for pickup (which is great) - which I snagged and headed in. Inside is somewhat small in size with seating available for dine-in. I was greeted & scooped my food to head home. Food was ready and piping hot - perfect! Got home and everything we ordered & needed was included. I was thankful they also provide actual hot mustard (most places don't) along with all other condiments. I ordered Kung Pao Chicken - which was delicious and flavorful (not remotely spicy) and shared Crab Rangoons. My husband enjoyed Orange Chicken with Chicken Fried Rice and Crab Rangoon. He said the Orange Chicken was very good however didn't think the Fried Rice was fried enough, but still enjoyed it. We have been trying new to us Chinese spots and Asian House has been added to the approved list! Will try again

Nice environment, great food and welcoming staff. We all had different ramen. 2 vegetarian, one…read morewith beef and one with chicken. All of them were really tasty. We were there already few times and will come back again. This place was recommended to us by Asian friend and they know the best where to go for Asian food.

Jinzen might have the best fried rice in STL and the vibes are cute and cozy. We love going here…read moreand are always greeted with friendly staff and a beautiful interior. The fried rice is a must!! The squid is also our go-to appetizer, but you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. This time, we were a bit indecisive on entrees so we stuck with 2 appetizers and the fried rice and still had leftovers!

Apparently, some Chinese restaurants have a policy where they give you free egg rolls if you're a…read moreparty of six. I get that this is a Thai restaurant, not Chinese (though it's more Chinese than I am), but Meyou might consider such a policy. I would have benefited from it yesterday. I visited on a Wednesday evening with members of a running group. There were umpteen of us. If we'd been given a single egg roll appetizer, we would have been forced to cut it in tiny pieces and share. I would have been willing to do that, because I'm a confirmed, avowed savage. My reputation precedes me. Arguably, they should give you one free appetizer for every six members of your party. But I digress. Now, where was I? Ah yes, Meyou. I'd describe this place as a somewhat Americanized version of Thai food, based on what little I know from having recently visited Bangkok and eaten in roughly 40 or 50 restaurants, food stalls and what have you over the course of a few days, i.e. not a whole lot. You can get pad thai and various other soups, noodles and curries, along with fried rice, egg rolls, crab rangoon and chicken wings. It's got a little something for everyone. Do they charge you $0.25 for extra soy sauce? Can you call up and try to harangue them into giving you a free order of crab rangoon by claiming that they shorted you the last time you were there, knowing good and well they can count better than you? I'm not sure. I might try that on my next visit and report back. This time, I went with something called Pad See Ew, which wasn't nearly as gross as its name suggests. In fact, it was good. Its description on the menu, with broccoli, eggs and soy sauce, called to mind various things I might order from a Chinese takeout--which is what I tend to look for in a menu item. As a noodle dish, I figured the overall flavor profile might not be different from a lo mein lunch special I used to get decades ago, that I still fondly reminisce about on a weekly basis. I wasn't that far off from the mark. They let you choose the spice level, ranging from mild to hot. I usually get hot in most places, but I'm hesitant to do that at Asian restaurants, because they might have access to peppers that are technically considered research chemicals, like Temu Ozempic, and therefore not subject to FDA approval. There were a few girls there, and I didn't want to run the risk of my throat starting to close up. I'd have to find a new run group. Medium turned out to be just right for me, but maybe too spicy if you're expecting something along the lines of a buffalo wing. Even the mild, apparently, has a bit of a kick to it. The noodles were nice and slippery and cooked a touch beyond al dente, right in that Goldilocks zone between undercooked and mush. The heat, and the complexity provided by whatever they use to season this, helped offset the underlying sweetness. You get your choice of meat. No Diddy. I went with pork, natch, with apologies to the Honorable Minister. The amount they give you is surprisingly generous, except that this dish will run you. I'm talking modern-day Chipotle prices. Maybe a dollar or two more. Yikes! But I'd argue that the quality justifies it. If I lived nearby, and I had the means, I'd stop by on occasion.

Fast, delicious food! This was my second time here and we tried the orange mock chicken which was…read moreabsolutely delicious and fried to perfection! Got the chive cakes again as an appetizer too which are so crispy and chewy and an absolute divine starter. Will be back!

This is my second review of this place because I am just blown away every time I come in. How is…read morethis place not packed every lunch and dinner time is beyond me. The quality of the food and portions here are outstanding. If you're looking for the best Chinese in O'Fallon (I'm originally from North County) this is your spot. Pricier than your average but it's not just average.

Our favorite place to eat! Staff is so friendly and food is AMAZING!! We make sure to go every time…read morewe are in town!

Nudo House in Creve Coeur absolutely lives up to the hype, especially if you are hunting for a…read morestellar vegetarian bowl. I dropped in on a Saturday evening and ordered the **Shroomed Up** ramen, and it was a ramen masterclass in a bowl. The broth managed to be incredibly rich and deeply savory-sweet all at once, without ever feeling heavy. It was loaded with thick, substantial slabs of mushrooms, tender-cooked bok choy, and the noodles were the star of the show--thick and perfectly cooked to that ideal sweet spot where they aren't too chewy but have zero mushiness. Even with a line stretching out the door when we arrived, the wait wasn't tedious, and we reached the counter reasonably fast. The ordering process is standard counter service, but the staff member who took our order was incredibly nice, polite, and helpful, practically predicting my questions as I was looking over the menu. The same employee even brought our bowls out to us. The space was definitely crowded for a weekend night, but the seat-yourself setup worked out perfectly for the two of us; we still had three tables to choose from. The interior has a great energy with fun, East-Asian and Japanese-themed decor lining the walls. The Breakdown Food Quality: 5+/5 + Service: 4/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Vibe: 4/5 Quality/Value: 4/5 **Pro Tip:** Don't let a Saturday evening line out the door scare you off! The counter service team moves people through the queue efficiently, and if you are dining in a small group of two, the table turnover is quick enough that you'll still easily find a spot to sit down.

I have been craving 3-1-Pho Chicken with Shredded Chicken Breast for a while…read more If you do not like spicy, TELL them and they'll take the kick out. The service was clean, fast and efficient. I received my order quickly. The ambiance at lunch was calm and welcoming. 100/100 no notes. So crazy good. Now I'll be craving this forever.

I want to start with a small disclaimer: I ordered from…read morehere via DoorDash while having a "staycation" at a nearby hotel. Therefore my review won't include ambiance or service notes. I rarely, if ever, do reviews for food that I've had delivered. That said, the tacos that I got from Seoul Taco this evening were TOO GOOD not to recommend. I was ravenous, and after taking my first bite, I ate them so dang fast that I completely neglected to take a picture. I got three Seoul tacos (one beef, one chicken, one pork), with an extra side of Seoul sauce (in blind anticipation of needing more sauce). Every flavor was phenomenal--full of flavor and very generous portion in each taco. I can't even pick a favorite--they were ALL that GOOD! The Seoul sauce is delicious too, and while they put plenty on the taco to begin with, I happily drowned them in more. Definitely don't skip the tacos! I did also try the kimchi fried rice, which was just okay. Not bad, but maybe not for me personally. I can't knock it though. I also got a miso caramel cookie which was the perfect sweet ending to my meal, albeit not very strong on the miso. I can't WAIT to try more from this place and go visit in person.

First: you must order at the kiosk, but they include a service charge and tip…read more We waited 40 minutes after we placed our order until it was ready. They played rap music. This is definitely not universal. There are only spicy sauces. Nothing except sour cream for the rest of us.