Here are our 4 Star FAPS: Food (F): A great selection of BBQ and tasty sides! Our favorite out of three were the wings! Some of the meat can be dry. The Butter cake was a light dessert that was a tasty finish to the BBQ meal! The portion was enough to share between two people. Ambience (A): Nice, clean, and cool environment to enjoy a lunch with family and friends to get away from the summer heat and humidity. Parking (P): Unsure. We walked from the place that we were staying at. Service (S): Friendly and attentive staff that constantly fill your waters and checks in on you. read more

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Consistently good BBQ with several locations in St. Louis. I've always had a good meal with good service when dining in. It's also a great place to cater from for an event and generally a crowd-pleaser! read more

A friend recommended this place for BBQ, although I'm not too much of a fan, I decided to check it out. It was okay, portion was enough for two people but was surprisingly not generous. The sauce selection was pretty good, not sure which one I enjoyed the most, I think it was the Hotangy one. Ordered some drinks as well and they were quite strong. Service was okay, the server was nice but it was a little slow considering it wasn't that busy. We sat inside and the table was wobbly so we asked to move to another seat. The inside was nicely decorated. I'll maybe try the other meat next time. read more

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Got the 2 meat platter- Brisket and Ribs, with Mac and cheese, coleslaw and a bacon cheddar popover. Meats were lean and not salty, which is a plus for health conscious folks (which also means it's not as juicy as other cuts). Thoroughly enjoyed the Mac and cheese and the bacon cheddar popover! read more

Salt + Smoke - Sauces and drinks at the bar - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Fantastic table service. Very good pulled pork and brisket. The bread was a very good surprise. Very good beans and sauces, especially the mustard one. Thanks. read more

portions are extremely skimpy and small. If you want your hard earned money waisted order here!!! read more

Salt + Smoke - Two bites of salmon with 4 bites of red onion and 3 bites of lettuce. Potatoes and last beans with no brisket! Can't believe it. 42 dollars - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

My son and I were in town for a soccer tournament and came here for dinner. Food and service was amazing. I had a 2 meat plate, brisket & ribs with fries & coleslaw which was great. My son had the brisket sandwich. read more

Food was better than expected. The pulled pork is perfect. Big chunks of fresh slow roasted pork. Topped with roasted garlic. Great touch. The fries are cooked in beef fat, and that made the experience better. Great food. Great service. This place is certainly Worth the trip! read more

Salt + Smoke - Too many to choose from - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Came here to try the toasted ravioli and butter cake... which I highly recommend! This is a nice casual place to hang out with friends or family That's not too expensive. They have a variety of diverse options on the menu that rage from pasta to salads. My server was very friendly and the food came out within 10 minutes. I ordered the burnt ravioli, and it was on the sweeter side with the barbecue flavor. I wish there was less sweetness, but I'm sure a lot of other people will like it. I also wish it came with a side of marinara sauce instead of ranch. I also ordered the butter cake, which was my favorite. It came with very compote and a little bit of whipped cream read more

Even though what I ordered was tasty my over all eating experience was not satisfying. Their pork pit sandwich was more like an appetizer than actual sandwich. The sandwich itself had more coleslaw and sliced pickles on it than actual pork. Their baked beans and bacon side dish had puny size beans and if there was any bacon in it was questionable at best. Same can be said for their beef brisket chilli as far as if it had any beef. But it sure had a lot of beans used for filler. I left wondering if the cook was also their accountant who was proud of himself for keeping their food costs low. read more

The environment was vibrant. The staff was friendly and professional. I found the portion is good compared to the price. It was just one small quirky thing with the food that I discussed with the staff. Again, the staff is very friendly. read more

We've enjoyed dining in at Salt + Smoke before, but our recent takeout experience fell short. Pros: We both ordered the Bestie combo, which is a good deal with two meats and two sides. The kale salad was a generous portion and really enjoyed the goat cheese and dressing. Cons: The rest of the meal, unfortunately, was was a letdown -- especially the brisket. You only get four chunks and there was no option to choose the cut when ordering online. Everything was cold except the beans and we ended up skipping the fries completely as they were cold and soggy. This was more of a 2.5-star experience, but we've had better meals here in the past, so rounding up to a 3. Hopefully it was just an off-night, but we will wait until we can dine in to give it another shot. read more

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After around three or four visits I'm gonna give a raving full 4+ for Salt + Smoke. The service, the food and even the value have been on point. The atmosphere is pretty cool and I like the Delmar Loop area. Parking is by paid off street or a free lot that's nearby and behind them. The walk up was debris free. The yellow awning is hard to miss if you do not see the signage, Over several visits the food has consistently been above average. I have enjoyed the brisket the most. The burnt ends have been a bit tough. In the past the pulled pork has been delicious. For sides the Mac is phenomenal. I also really like cream of corn. The entrees come with a huge roll that's soft and fresh. If you like bourbon they have a strong menu. My best service was just last month in May when I had the pleasure of having rockstar Chris who was one of the best servers I've ever had. Everything was on point from initial contact to follow ups to add info and even an add sauce brought out for dipping the yum onion rings made in-house. I learned he has been in customer service for 20 years. The biggest negative for me is the dining room noise and that's even with 50% to 75% full. So for me that's a deduction. They do offer outdoor dining which is an option. I look forward to returning and hopefully getting Chris again. 4.5 rounding down and you all must check them out. read more

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Landed at lambert from utah drove straight to salt and smoke and had the best meal iv had in months incredible flavors great service im just delighted read more

On a cross country road trip from Los Angeles to Columbus, Ohio. Stopped in St. Louis for the night. Ordered hotel delivery from Salt & Smoke and it was fantastic. St Louis ribs , grilled cheese with chicken sandwich. Brisket, pulled pork. I swear the ribs are maybe the best I've ever had. They're not the biggest, but that didn't matter. They were the most delicious and tasty in recollection. And I eat a lot of ribs. Everything was delicious and I would highly recommend. read more

(4.5**) We got our food delivered and wow I wasn't expecting it to be this great! I'm from Nashville, so I have a pretty good idea of what BBQ should be, and Salt + Smoke really delivered. I got the Bestie Combo #2 which gives you a choice of 2 meats, 2 sides, and 2 sauces. The sauces I got were the mustrolina (mustard based) and the tangy one. Here were my thoughts: Burnt End Toasted Ravs: 10/10 - These were SO flavorful, SO crispy, SO meaty, and came with a white sauce that was quite literally a match made in heaven. The burnt ends flavor really comes through in the ravioli in a way you wouldn't expect, and I was loving every bite. Cheddar Bacon Popover: 7/10 - I really liked the soft inside and the cheddary top of the popover, although some parts of it felt a little dry and burnt. Considering it comes with every meal though, I'm not mad. Pulled Chicken: 6/10 - Ok, it wasn't bad, it was just boring. Very little to no flavor, but the chicken wasn't dry and that's a plus for sure. Hot Ribs: 9/10 - LOVED these ribs. They didn't feel too fatty for me, and while they didn't necessarily fall off the bone, the meat was tender and succulent. They also had a really great savory heat to them. Creamed Corn: 7.5/10 - Very rich, very creamy. It's definitely more cream than corn, but if you like things like mac and cheese but a little less heavy, this is a good pick. Side Salad: 7/10 - Very standard. Comes with peppers, tomatoes, onions, greens, and cheese on top. BBQ Sauces: Both were good, but very vinegary. I think I'd go for the classic sweet BBQ next time. read more

Salt + Smoke - Bestie Combo 2, Burnt End Toasted Ravs - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

First time in St. Louis and went looking for BBQ. This place was recommended to me by several residents. Thank goodness they did, because it delivered. Reasonably priced compared to some other menus I've seen with a great location parking and seating. I got the three plate platter with a side of brisket chili. All three meats did not need sauce, but the homemade variety they offered put the flavor over the top. My only critique would be to thicken the chili. I life mine less soupy. With that said, I'd order again...ha! read more

This place was really good. The service was good and the food came out fast. I thought the bbq sauces were alright, not bad, but not completely my taste. I still recommend this place. I'd go back. read more

Absolutely delicious . My very selective 89 year old father and myself went for a late lunch and enjoyed everything we ordered. Fatty brisket ( me) and lean brisket ( Dad) both smoky, tender and seasoned. Deviled eggs were flavorful and I'm not usually a fan of those. Dad ate the fries cooked in the beef fat and side salad. I enjoyed the green bean and tomato salad with mine. The table was quiet as we indulged. The server was attentive and the food arrived in a short time after ordering. The table by the window provided a nice view while we dined. The real highlight was watching some promotional photography going on of an up an upcoming event in May 2026. A photographer (Spencer) was working with (Haley, turns out co founder, owner, manager whatever) taking pics of lamb shanks , and beef ribs that looked jaw dropping delectable . So much so, that I wanted to purchase the lamb shank after the pics were finished. ( They are not on the menu) . Well they had more pics to take . But after talking more with Mr. Manager man I found out all this will be available in my birthday month. May. A new promotional entree item every week. People you have got to come and try this. Especially if you like smoky meat. The lamb shanks I think will be around May 15. My birthday . Join me. It's soo good. Oh and I ended up getting that shank. Cause they (Mr. Co owner , manager who ever) was a really nice guy and so was the staff here. Dad and I will bring my husband and family next time. read more

I've been here multiple times over the years. This location is quite inconsistent in both food and service. I tend to have better experiences for lunch than dinner. At lunch, you're allowed to pick your choice of brisket (lean, fatty, burnt ends) for the bestie combo. At dinner, they tell you that you're not allowed to choose. That's happened a few times and it comes across as gaslighting. Brisket tends to be dryer for dinner than for lunch. Some days I'm blown away, and some days I feel like I'm not getting my money's worth. I hope that's not because the meat is fresher at lunch than at dinner. I say this because I really want this location to be good as it's really convenient for hosting visitors to St Louis . But if you're here for the brisket, and you're allowed to choose, go for the fatty brisket! For the sides, you can't go wrong with the fries, the mac and cheese, or the potato salad. The smoked wings are great too, and the toasted ravs are always great for hosting visitors from out of town. read more

Solid BBQ. The brisket is so tasty and the sauces are great compliments to the meal! The popover is always a hit. Also, the mac and cheese is a must! Seating times can vary and can be crowded depending on when you go. It also can get loud, but I feel like that's normal at any establishment. The service is usually pretty quick when I eat there. Parking can be a little difficult since it's in the Loop, but it's manageable. Overall, highly recommend to anyone visiting the STL area to check this place out! read more

Loved our meal at Salt + Smoke on a two day vacation to St. Louis. S+S is in a cute area near Wash U. and worth a trip to the area for those who don't live right there. Entered the Waitlist using the Yelp app, then checked in with the hostess. Several large family parties of 8-10 ahead of us, but I was keeping the app refreshed. But Beware! The app did not tell us our table was ready, wah wah. App/Restaurant waitlist fail. And a call from a 401 area code (Rhode Island) was apparently our "last call" for a table while standing two feet from the hostess stand? Hostess was quite janky with us being one minute late to check-in for our table. Not sure why the biz isn't calling names, or calling from a 314 area code for these calls, why would I pickup a random non-local area code while diligently watching my place via the Yelp app? That aside, we were duly seated by a different nice hostess. We went with the pulled pork sandwich, and also the brisket sandwich. Both were divine. The brisket was the most tender brisket I've ever had, and had plenty of fat. There's a nice offering of local craft beers here, and I enjoyed an IPA from Modern Brewing. We were rushed all meal, my plate was half full and I had the sandwich up to my face and the server asked if we were ready for dessert...After having to wait, diners better not be rushed while mid-bite! Still enjoyed Salt + Smoke recommend! read more

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The second highest rated barbecue in St Louis. This one is located in the Delmar shopping district it is surrounded by quirky eclectic shops. I sampled several meats and sides. My favorite was the chicken wings; smoky and succulent with a hint of 5 spice? They melted in my mouth. The cheese popover was perfect for sopping up the delicious sauces. I loved the "I can't even" and the sweet and spicy. The creamed corn was delicious as was the pimento ravioli. Our server was super nice especially afterwe told her it was our first time there. read more

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Excuse me. Don't charge $17 for this...it was decent but this is unacceptable. Spent $90 and all 4 meals were just like this one. read more

Salt + Smoke - Brisket Sandwich with 1 side. $17 - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

They should drop "Smoke" from their name entirely. I ordered ribs that looked like they had a nice char, but they were flavorless--zero smoke, zero seasoning. Tried to rescue them with sauce, but the bottles on the table were closer to salad dressing than barbecue. The much-hyped popover? Overcooked, dry, and overrated. And here's the kicker: you don't even smell barbecue when you walk in. When I asked why, I was told everything is cooked "ahead of time." Ahead of what time? From the way it was said, it sounded more like off-site. That explains a lot. The pulled pork was served wet. Who does that? What are they hiding under all that liquid? Real barbecue doesn't need to be disguised. Bottom line--this is barbecue in name only. I've had better burnt ends from Aldi's. I won't be back. read more

salt and smoke is the perfect spot for when you're craving rich, bbq style food. this salt and smoke location offers a generous range of options including a plate (popover, choice of chicken, pork, or more, and another side), pulled pork sandwiches, delicious local on tap brews, and more. I have been coming back here for almost 2 years and am satisfied every time I dine. Service is lightning quick, and you wait almost no time for your food and drinks! Would highly recommend trying, and while here check out vintage vinyl across the street for thousands of options for records! read more

Salt + Smoke - Pulled Chicken Plate - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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My friends and I were in Missouri for a few days so we only had enough time to try out one BBQ spot. Since Salt + Smoke had the most number of reviews on Yelp and was close to where we were staying, we decided to check it out for dinner. As a party of 4, we were seated right away without a reservation. Overall, the food was somewhat below average and the service was noticeably sub-par. The full rack of St. Louis cut ribs we ordered were fall off the bone, but ate dry, similar to the texture you get when you think of dried, packaged jerky. You absolutely need to smother them in sauce in order to fully enjoy them. Of the four sauces available, my favorite one was the sweet heat followed by the mustard based sauce. Like the ribs, the pulled pork and pulled chicken were also dry. The brisket was far too lean. I see some folks mentioning in their review that you are able to request a fattier cut, but this option wasn't even presented to us, neither on the menu, or by our server. The meat combo plates come with an impressive looking popover, but this item seemed to be universally hated by diners. If you look around the restaurant, most diners didn't even touch theirs. With my platter, I got the coleslaw and the white cheddar cracker mac. The noodles for the mac was overcooked and the coleslaw was nothing special. Regarding the service, the server who was taking our orders looked very annoyed that we were not ready to order our drinks 15 seconds after we had sat down. Furthermore, when we pointed out that our order was incorrect -- that we were served pulled pork instead of pulled chicken for one of the meat platters, our server gave us an dead-pan, accusatory glare. When the right protein was finally brought over, our server was very snarky when the chicken was handed over to us, almost hinting that we were intentionally trying to take advantage of the situation that we had no control over. So confused! I deeply regret coming to Salt + Smoke over Pappy's Smokehouse or Stellar Hog. read more

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So much food- could have split the 2 meat plate with two people. The pork was amazing but the wings stole the show. Get them dry rubbed and add your own sauce! The sides are good but do not compare! read more

Salt + Smoke - 2 meat plate: pulled pork, wings, fries, green beans, popover - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Walking in we felt welcomed and at home which is essential for some good bbq ;) Highly recommend the KC burnt ends special if they have it ! Drink selection is good for some local brews. Insider tip: mix the "My Sweet Bestie" sauce with the "I can't even" for the perfect sweet spicy blend. read more

Salt + Smoke - KC Burnt Endz Sandwich with side of Brisket Chili - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

We walked in after a baseball game had ended and it was a 15 minute wait. But we actually found seats at the bar right away. Typical sports bar- loud, casual, and service was not overly friendly. I wanted a hard seltzer and they only had popsicle or sno cone flavor. I ordered popsicle and it was ... not good. Very chemical aftertaste. But I ordered a half rack of ribs with fries. The fries were perfect consistency and crispiness. The ribs were delicious, I got the sweet bbq sauce and didn't regret it for a minute. My husband got brisket and tried all the sauces and ended up jealous of my meal. Both came with bacon/cheddar popovers and I didn't really get the appeal of those. I made such a mess of these ribs and enjoyed every bite. Affordable for a bar right near the stadium. read more

Salt + Smoke - Ribs, fries, popover and beans - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

The food was ok, I got the Bestie's combo with the pulled pork and brisket (first cut; lean), tomato and green bean salad, and a side of hush puppies with the maple butter. The bbq was a little dry for me but once I added the sauce it made it easier to eat. I liked the more sweet and the spicy sauces the best. The bartender was very nice and explained the different cuts of brisket and their sauces. They seem to a large variety of bourbons, and she was nice enough to let me taste one. Since it was my birthday, I was able to get a free dessert and I chose none other than the gooey butter cake which was absolutely amazing! Both indoor and outdoor seating is available. Decor is wooden pub that seems to fit right into the bbq theme. read more

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This review is extremely late. I went to St. Louis for 48 hrs. Tried to cute little spot. Sat at the bar. The bartender was super nice and attentive. My drink was excellent. My ribs were just ok. Sauce was good but they weren't cooked nearly tender enough. read more

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The food was delicious and worth the wait, but none of the staff that day seemed bothered by the line of people gathering in the tiny entrance, or moved around with any haste. read more

Definitely! That's it, just Definitely!! Wife and I ordered the pick two items, no regrets, either of us. Good people, good food, good experience. All the people around us were happy, the type of community bliss that feeds the soul as much as the body ;) read more

Should have known better than to order salmon at a BBQ joint- cold and all chopped up- bake beans cold- ordered coffee and never received it. It was lunch time and only one server and one runner. Hate the required 18% tip or more for an extremely poor 'meal'. read more

I came here with co-workers while in town for a conference. First off, the neighborhood is very cool. Beautiful homes along a tree-lined street opens up into this awesome downtown vibe with lots of restaurants, kitschy stores, and bars to choose from. Salt + Smoke was recommended on Yelp and my fellow Yelpers did not disappoint. Salt + Smoke is awesome! There was seating inside and outside and we sat inside. We ordered drinks and instead of frothy alcoholic drinks, we all opted for the highly recommended homemade sodas. The root beer - OMG! So good. I could not get enough of it. The food however, was really frggin tasty! I opted for their two meat two side option and with brisket and smoked wings. The two sides I ordered were the beef fat fries and the white cheddar cracker mac. The mac and cheese was a nice side combo with the fries. However, if they were better tasting I would have no idea as the brisket - tender and juicy, and the smoked wings - get the rub and not the sauce (just my opinion as they certainly don't need sauce) were really to die for. The smoked wings were tender, juicy, large and some of the best wings I've ever had. They also had some great sauces that accompanied the brisket, but as a true brisket lover, no sauce was needed. Just some great root beer to wash it all down. I was told by a local to get the Lemon Butter Gooey Cake so I took that to go (so good and a great palate cleanser after the meal). If I'm ever back in St. Louis, I'm heading over to their Delmar location. The service was friendly and extremely helpful as some of my travel mates were total rubes in figuring out what to order and our server helped immensely. read more

One of my all time favorite places in St. Louis so I had to stop by when I was in town for work. I dream of their mac n cheese and beef fat fries. Their meat is also amazing, pulled pork and brisket are my go to. Service is always great but this time I went it was slow so they were especially attentive. I always come back when I am in town! read more

Salt + Smoke - Pulled pork and brisket White Cheddar Cracker Mac-Beef Fat Fries - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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We ordered the brisket, ribs & sides. The meat was tender and moist. I really enjoyed the sweet and tangy BBQ sauce paired with both meats. The fries were seasoned well-- not the typical fries! Bellies were filled, full and satisfied. read more

Stopped in for dinner during a work trip and I wish I could bring this place back home to Chicago! Started with the deviled eggs and a sangria. The drink was ok, typical sugary sangria but the deviled eggs were filled and huge! The filled was very tasty and tasted some curry in there, idk if I'm right but it was good! Got the bestie combo with st Louie ribs and brisket comes with a big pop over bread and two sides. I got the hush puppies (up charge $3+) and the white Mac. Loved it all!! The Mac was a traditional Mac and cheese, it was very buttery and had ritz crackers in it. The ribs were smoked and juicy and the brisket was tender. I tried all sauces they had and my fav was the bestie sauce. If I go back to St. Louis is making a stop here! read more

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We were on our way to Kansas City, MO for a concert. We stopped in St. Louis because we're old and it's easier to break a drive from Cincinnati to KS in half. We met FB friends in person in St. Louis and stayed in the same hotel. We made plans for dinner and decided bbq was the way to go. Salt + Smoke had great reviews so that's where we ended up. Without a reservation, we were seated immediately. Score! Our waitress was super nice and helpful. I ordered the Brisket Plate. I added 'ends' at our waitresses recommendation (a good recommendation). dinner came with a Bacon & Cheddar Popover and two sides - Pit Beans with Smoked Bacon and Sweet Pepper Potato Salad. It all sounded outstanding! And I'll be honest, it was good. But remember we were on a trip to Kansas City and this was our first bbq stop. Comparing it to my brisket meal in KS and the brisket meal in Wentzville, Salt + Smoke ended up in third place. So first place gets five stars, second gets four and Salt + Smoke gets three. read more

Salt + Smoke - Brisket Plate w/ Pit Beans w/Bacon and Sweet Pepper Potato Salad - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri