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The Libertine
What used to be a straightforward assignment—choosing the best restaurants in the region—has become a daunting task. With the arrival of so many great places in the past few years, it wasn’t easy trimming the list to a reasonable number, so we included even more than in past issues—something for every price point. Like your favorite dessert at your favorite restaurant, it was just too hard to resist.
Web Exclusive: Best Restaurants Showdown
Pick your favorites from a March Madness-style bracket.
Very Casual
The best St. Louis restaurants in the $ price range
Casual
The best St. Louis Restaurants in the $$ price range
Date Night
The best St. Louis Restaurants in the $$$ price range
Special Occasion
The best St. Louis Restaurants in the $$$$ price range
Ones to Watch
New and notable restaurants.
Writers' Picks
The dining team chooses some of their faves.
Best Tacos
Tacqueria Durango, Mission Taco Joint, and more
Not in the Stars
Why the stars system doesn't work
Pizza, Pizza
Pi, Peel Wood Fired Pizza, and more
Restaurant R.I.P.
We lament the passing of these storied institutions.
Best in Barbecue
The top spots for finger-licking goodness
Trending Now: Fine Drinking
With the explosion of fine drinking establishments, these professionals stay ahead of the trends.
Coolest Event Space
Saturday nights are truly special at Claverach Farm.
Restaurant of the Year: Tony's
Take a look inside St. Louis Magazine's 2014 Restaurant of the Year.