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Gayle R.

I really wanted to like this place. As a 30 year vegetarian, I want more eateries like this on the scene. But they really need to work out some logistical issues here. Long wait time with no indication... my hubby ordered from a near by place and was totally done with his food way before I had mine even tho there was no line when I placed my order. Lots was sold out. Plus when I asked questions about what was deep fried the gal at the front didn't really know. The item I ordered was fried even though I asked about this and was told it wasn't. Very disappointed in this. Fortunately the base of the soft tacos which was made by the chef were tasty so it wasn't a total loss. But I'm sure I won't be back for another visit. But I wish them well none the less.

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Andrea R.

I really enjoyed Da Picky Vegan. I visited late on a Saturday about an hour before close, still a pretty busy time for them. I chose Da Picky Combo, the burger was very filling and I enjoyed the aioli sauce, it added a little spice, nothing too much but added flavor. I appreciate the option for a gluten free bun, I would not have gotten the burger if it was an option. The sweet potato fries were as expected though the maple flavor to them was unique. I will definitely be visiting again!

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Joan R.

I got a salad this time and it was amazing!! I was in The area and couldn't resist. Park near JC Penney and it's easy to get to, just go up the escalator. Love this restaurant. The chef is so nice and talented!

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Tigra C.

UPDATE on 27Jan23 - I went back after being informed that they were initially using Quorn for their chicken, which is vegetarian, not vegan. I spoke with the owner/chef and he apologized profusely. He immediately switched to the Impossible brand instead. He said he plans to alternate between Impossible chicken nuggets and Beyond Meat popcorn chicken. He allowed me to see the packaging for the chicken and the caramel sauce (the bottle said "Vegan"). He isn't vegan but his partner is, so this was a learning curve for him. He also had to clarify that the bread, in fact, does contain wheat, so this is not a gluten-free establishment. Please proceed with caution if you have gluten allergies. I do not know how the mistake was made with the ingredients, but I do appreciate their quick response to rectify the situation. They remade the chicken wings (buffalo flavor) and Chicken Hero for me. Both still very tasty. I plan to continue to support (and educate) this new business in the vegan game.

Maple fries and pineapple burger
Chassidy D.

Located in West County Mall in the food court, you will be pleasantly surprised to find a restaurant that is not your run of the mill chain. I visited here during a lunch rush and the owner was: taking orders, cooking, prepping, and cleaning. We ordered the maple sweet potato fries and a "burger." The fires were delicious and had a very unique flavor. I would have never guessed to add maple syrup but it worked exceptionally well. While I am not Vegan, I always support small and local and this was definitely a win for me

Vegan Chicken Poppers & Cajun fries.

Let me start by saying wow. This is some good shit! With a little pro active thinking my entire experience at the mall was transformed. A 20 minute wait might be unsettling for some but I think it's perfect at the mall. You order and go look at a store maybe two, receive a text to come pick up your fresh made to order Vegan mall foods. They have a large amount of options to choose from, I had the large poppers combo (garlic bbq and garlic teriyaki) with regular season fries. It was delicious. My wife and I have been exploring a lot of the Vegan options around STL lately and this is easily in my top 3.

Alison W.

One of the best vegan meals I've ever had. I got the garlic BBQ chikn poppers with Maplegarlic Roasted Sweet Potato Fries. All I have to say is wow. You can tell this food is made with love. My husband and I ordered for take out on the way to the mall. It was ready when we arrived and we sat in the food court to eat before shopping. Do yourself a favor and go here! Skip chick fil a and support small local business!!

TJ O.

This place is incredible. Got "stuck" eating at the mall and found Da Picky Vegan. So glad we did. I will legit be back just for this place!

Black bean burger combo (Garlic BBQ relish) with sweet potato fries
Jaila P.

Food was a 11/10! Definitely gave my expectations an upper cut! Very nice and respectful man with kind customer service.

Meatless chicken  and sweet potato fries...Yummy!!
Dan D.

Lemon pepper meatless chicken is worth writing home about. Sweet potato fries filled me up!!

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TY so much Joan! Chef Jon.

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TY so much! Chef Jon.

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TY so much! It is so appreciated! Chef Jon.

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Love this food, he makes a mean bean burger and adding garlic bbq is just chef's kiss. He's never disappointed us in whatever we order.

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TY so much for the review! Chef Jon..

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Thank You for your feedback, it is noted.

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TY so much! Chef Jon

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Very cool owner, very good food. The ginger beer my lord was the best vegan drink I ever had honestly. Will have to return for that alone.

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2 years ago

Had the sweet potato fries and Emmy's slider. Blown away by how fresh and delicious it was. I will definitely be back!

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Delicious black bean burgers. Everything was freshly made. The sweet potato garlic fries were absolutely perfect! I will be back!

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3 years ago

Die hard meat eater decided to try something new and loved it.

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TY so much Victor.

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3 years ago

Great sweet potato fries and sweet staff :). Great spot to try something new at west county.

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Smash Em’s Burger Bar

Smash Em’s Burger Bar

4.5
(71 reviews)
4.0 mi

The BF and I came here for date night and also stayed for amateur comedy hour…read more A small dive bar in south city with friendly employees and a limited cocktail menu. The worst aspect is the ventilation which needs much work. We came out smelling so greasy and smokey. We seated ourselves and waited a minute for our waitress to assist us. She kept saying she was new, that it was like her second day or something and didn't quite know the menu. She also didn't know how to make a drink, with that being the case why are you allowed to make any cocktails. If you have a limited cocktail menu but an extensive bar selection you would think their cocktail specials were on point. Nooooo. The BF tried a margarita special and it was awful. I tried a special crafted cocktail that was cool that our waitress asked the guy bartending to specially make because she had no clue about what I was talking about. I hate going to a spot where I make drinks better than the bartenders on hand and that's your job. The BF ordered the the garlic burger and I ordered the Korean wings which NEVER came out because our waitress forgot to order them. So I shared food with the BF. The burger was extremely underwhelming, not seasoned at all. How do you specialize in burgers and mess that up. The best item we ate was the fries and the comedy show was good. I love dinner and entertainment. We are burger enthusiast and if this what your restaurant specializes in I expect to be wowed. We saw all the social media hype surrounding this place and were so excited to try them. To find out it was ALL just hype is a real let down. No we will not be returning, the burgers and service speak for themselves.

Rip Tres Equis; Bienvenidos Smash Em's…read more After much anticipation and an impromptu visit, I was finally able to check this place out. They're known for their smash burgers and seasoned fries. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get the food bc I had dinner plans, but I did stay for a couple drinks. They have a great selection of spirits and cocktail specials. My friend got a tequila sunrise, so I followed suit. The pour was quite generous, I must say, and I'm def not complaining. The drink was smooth, with the perfect amount of tequila and sweetness. The bartenders working were both friendly and sociable. The vibe was relaxed and is a great alternative when things get too crazy at the dam. While I only got drinks, I'll for sure be back. The smells alone (all good of course) will have you lingering back!

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Stacked STL

Stacked STL

4.5
(1k reviews)
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Stacked is my go-to for quick, easy, and always good! Kim waited on us and she has been there…read moreforever, she is great, always love her energy! For the first time in forever we got there during happy hour so what do we do? Save money? No, we order two appetizers instead of one! We always get the wings, and we got fried pickles that were part of the $5 appetizer choices, you can choose from several and alcohol specials, too. I always do build your own, you fill out the sheet from a pad on the table choosing your ingredients by category. I usually get the beef but last couple times I have ordered chicken but got similar toppings, Spinach, tomato, chipotle aioli, and fried jalapenos on toasted sourdough. Love it! For a small upcharge you can get a salad as a side, I like to do that because I can steal a few of the delicious fries from my companions. The salad is generous, spring mix, red onion, tomato, croutons. It comes with shaved parmesan, but I ask them to leave that off. The champagne vinaigrette is perfect. This is my favorite burger place, but I like that I can get a great chicken sandwich!

My friend and I ordered Stacked STL to go tonight and it was awesome! It was ready in about 20-25…read moremins and the pick up process was easy. She ordered The Goat burger with fries. Hers had perfect caramelized onions, good portion size on the fries and textbook medium well burger. I created my own burger on the brioche bun with the bacon and bacon jam. Next time I might add some type of cheese maybe? But either way, it was AMAZING! The parm & herb fries were also stellar and worth the upgrade.

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They are two seating areas. This is the one without the bar.
They are two seating areas. This is the one without the bar.
Build your own burger with sweet potato fries
Build your own burger with sweet potato fries
Burger of the month.  Fantastic.

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Burger of the month. Fantastic.
Mac's Local Eats

Mac's Local Eats

4.4
(692 reviews)
2.6 mi
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If you want a quality smash burger in STL, you need to head over to Mac's Local Eats. It's their…read morespecialty, so you know it's going to be good. I recently stopped by after an appointment in STL. It was right at lunch time and it was also, opening day for the Cardinals. So when I entered, the line to order was already long. To my surprise, the one lady taking orders, moved that line quickly. So I give her major kudos. When it was turn to order, I was ready. I went with a Double and swapped out the American Cheese for Pepper Jack. For my side, I tried their Salt&Pepper Onion Rings. After ordering, I took my number stick and took a seat at the bar. Once seated, the bartender welcomed me and I ordered a draft beer. I barely had completed my Wordle and my burger basket was being slid in front of me. Before taking my first bite, I admired the crisp edges and actually ran my finger around them. My first bite was heaven. It proved to me that all a good smash burger needs is; ketchup, mustard, onion and pickles. The Onion Rings were made in house and the simple seasoning of Salt & Pepper made them a winner. While dining at the bar, I learned a new trick. If you're going to be sitting at the bar to enjoy your smash burger, you can order it from the bartender. That's right, no standing in line to order, you can go straight to the bar. Great staff. They all hustle and provide friendly and professional service.

Food: The burger? Excellent. One of my favorite smash burgers in the city. The fries? Just ok…read more Maybe it was an off day, but they didn't taste much different to me than a regular fry. Price: All together, with a dollar tip, I paid $27 and change, which to me is incredibly pricey for counter service. $2 for a dipping sauce is steep, and for a small container. Next time? I'd skip the dipping sauce and homemade lemonade to save $7. I'll be back but not running to pay this much again. The storefront: the direct out front, small parking lot was packed and people were going into the gated lot to find parking. Only one person working the counter when you first walk in which lead to a long line at the dinner rush that seemed to be moving pretty slow. We got in before the rush and got our food quickly after. Staff were kind and very helpful! Fairly clean with the food runners circling tables often to remove trash.

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Gooey garlic burger, classic burger, rip fries, cheese sauce, gooey butter cupcake
Gooey garlic burger, classic burger, rip fries, cheese sauce, gooey butter cupcake
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Good Company

Good Company

4.5
(177 reviews)
2.3 mi
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For a cocktail bar, I give this place 5/5 stars. The alcoholic and alcohol free cocktails are…read moredelicious and the vibe is immaculate. I particularly like how the menu has illustrations of the cocktails so you know how they are served. Plus everything is seasonal! For food, I give it a 4/5. The appetizers, including the cauliflower, onion rings, and poutine are excellent but the entree menu is limited to mostly sandwiches and I've found the entrees just ok-to-good for the price. It's easy to walk in for lunch but I recommend a reservation for dinner to avoid the chaos!

I've had several recommendations for this spot from friends and colleagues. I finally had the…read moreopportunity to stop in for brunch. I'm disappointed that it took me so long to make my way here. They won me over with the tiny dedicated parking lot. At my big age, difficult parking situations are a turn off and I will go home if I can't get reasonable parking. I was able to snag a space in the lot and headed in. The space is a bit dark with rich sage, brass, and terracotta. There are several hanging plants making it an inviting place. The bar has plenty of comfortable seating and cozy tables if you decide to bring some friends. Caleb was our server during our visit. He was an absolute delight. He made excellent cocktail suggestions. He looked after our group without being overly doting. Just a gem of a human. We tried approximately 9 cocktails during our visit. Did I mention we were at brunch! I highly recommend the peach bite and the Side Car. Every cocktail is thoughtfully made and well executed. They offer a small brunch menu along with the regular menu. I usually always get chilaquiles when they are available. But today the ruby trout and grits sounded perfect. This dish was amazing!! The trout was thin with crispy skin. The grits were creamy and delicious. The dish is topped with a house made radish pico and salsa macha. We also ordered a breakfast sandwich that was paired with the crispiest breakfast potatoes I've ever had. The burger and fries are also a good option. The seasoning on the fries is next level. The brunch menu has a sticky toffee roll that is a perfect size for sharing or not. Salty sweet fork tender cinnamon roll. Lastly, the deviled eggs were a group favorite. I am a big fan of Passenger Chili Crisp. If you are unfamiliar please look them up! It's hands down the best chili crisp I've ever had. It's locally made here in STL and can also be found in several dishes at restaurants around town. The eggs were creamy with the right amount of tang from the mustard. The chili crisp made these deviled eggs easily top five best I've ever had! Planning to stop in again soon for happy hour with more friends

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"Cinnamon roll" dessert! Amazing
"Cinnamon roll" dessert! Amazing
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Oaxacan old fashioned
Jack Nolen’s

Jack Nolen’s

4.7
(261 reviews)
4.7 mi
$$

Jack Nolen"s is a vibe. I heard they have the best burgers in St Louis. I had to check it out for…read moremyself. One of my coworkers kept asking me have I tried them yet. Now I can say, yes. The service is good. When I walked in the bartender greeted us. I looked over the menu. Then someone took the order at the bar. We decided to eat outside on the patio. The weather was perfect. The burgers are very good. I'm not sure if it's the best burger in St Louis, but I can say it is very good. The burger was seasoned very good. The lettuce tomato, pickles and grilled onion on the burger was fire. The fries and beer cheese were great. The scattered fries consisted of mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning were good too. The Washington Apple was perfect for me. I enjoyed everything.

This dive bar in historic Soulard with a fantastic patio, may have the absolute best smash burgers…read morein St. Louis. The crispy skinny fries are top-notch, too. The bar itself is unpretentious and welcomes everyone. While I was dining at the bar, the rest of the diners were a widely diverse mixture. Witnessing such a vast mixture of people, adds a positive twist to the vibe of the bar. The menu is simple. They focus on what they do best and that's why their smash burger is one of the best. Being a firecracker myself, I ordered the Firecracker Smashburger. It's a single patty, with Pepper Jack Cheese, Tomato-Onion-Jalapeno Relish, Drizzled with a Tangy Fire Ranch and served on a Martin's Potato Roll. The burger was juicy and had those crispy edges that a smash burger is known for. My favorite cheese is Pepper Jack, so that was a big plus for me. The relish added that extra kick that made it a true, Firecracker. I can't enjoy a burger without fries and Jack offers long skinny fries. They had a crispy shell and a soft hot inside. They were simply seasoned with just the right amount of salt. I was impressed that the ketchup was 100% Natural. That gets a big thumbs up. When enjoying a burger and fries, a nice cold beer is always the adult beverage of choice. JN offers a small variety of craft beers on draft and three popular Anheuser-Busch products. I enjoyed a Gumballhead from 3 Floyds Brewing. An American Pale Wheat is a perfect lunchtime beer. The bartenders are personable and offer warm service. I'm definitely coming back the next time I crave a smashburger.

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Double Cheeseburger & cheese fries with cheese on side
Double Cheeseburger & cheese fries with cheese on side
Double cheeseburger with deviled eggs

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Double cheeseburger with deviled eggs

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