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The secrets out: St. Louis is one of Americasbest food destinations.
Eat and shop in the Central West End.
Order a helping of St. Louis-style barbecue across from Busch Stadium.
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Or, head to Tower Grove for a multicultural smorgasbord of Thai, Afghan, and Creole food.
A cocktail menu withBloody Marysand plenty of bubbles adds to the fun vibe.
Whatever you choose, you cant go wrong.
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The restaurant also has three other locations across St. Louis County.
Or try a Naisu Milk Bun with a raisin-cream filling inside.
Their breakfast and lunch menu is straightforwardsandwiches, quiches, burritosbut everything is well-made.
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Or, for a more formal meal, opt for a seven- or 10-course menu with optional drink pairings.
Whatever you choose, dont miss out on the peach cobbler.
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imospizza.com, multiple locations
Salt + Smoke
Haven’t gotten yourBBQ fixyet?
There are several restaurants in the Niche family, ranging from upscale to grab-and-go.
One of these is Bowood by Niche, a bright and airy spot for breakfast and lunch.
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Youll also find creative cocktails (and mocktails).
The family-run restaurant has been open since 1995, so you know theyre doing something right.
Order a craft cocktail, a glass of wine, or a beer from the bar.
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While his dishes feature flavor profiles from all across Asia, Lees menu focuses on his Malaysian roots.
Try the oolong tea-brined duck breast, lobster Rangoon, garlic soba, Japaneseold fashionedcocktails, and more.
Open only for dinner, Akar has dinner seatings beginning at 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays.
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For your drink, choose from theirwine listor one of the craft cocktails.
The Italian and Greek restaurants menu is expansive.
The menu is large, offering something for everyone, while still staying true to its Japanese focus.
You could make a meal of appetizers like steamed buns, seafood tartare,and gyoza.
Or you could order straight from thesushi bar.
If you have a hearty appetite, there are hearty bistro mains like pork cassoulet.
Its all good here.
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