Best Very Casual ($) Restaurants in St. Louis

Want a knockout meal for a low price? Check out these top spots.

See all the 101 Best Restaurants featured in the October issue of St. Louis Magazine.

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    Photography by Kevin A. Roberts

    2438 McNair Avenue, St Louis, Missouri 63104
    (314) 773-8225
    Website

    Vibe: A typical neighborhood sandwich shop with local-landmark status, featuring some of the country’s best blues bands. Insider Tip: That line out the door is not as long as it looks. You’ll rarely wait more than 15 minutes. Under-the-Radar Items: The handful of  veggie-only sandwiches on the meat-heavy menu.

  • 2

    3037 Locust, St Louis, Missouri 63103
    314-535-7800
    Website

    Vibe: Art Deco soda fountain filled with families and first dates. Odd-But-Delicious Item: The hot and creamy—and kosher—dill pickle soup. Insider Tip: That orange peel atop your sundae takes three weeks to make in house.

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    Photo by Kevin A. Roberts

    2199 California, St Louis, Missouri 63104
    314-925-8938
    Website

    Vibe: The embodiment of a feel-good neighborhood establishment. Insider Tip: Dine in, where the quality, presentation, and intended flavors are best experienced served fresh. Dish: Never leave without ordering the dumplings.

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