Brasserie in the Central West End is our favorite spot for authentic French food that isn't excessively expensive.

If you’re looking for barbecue but don’t want to eat standing up off a paper plate, head to Salt and Smoke for a sit down meal full of the classics.

If you only eat barbecue once, make sure it’s at Pappy’s in Midtown, and don’t leave without the house specialty ribs.

Olio in Tower Grove serves Israeli small plates in a converted filling station from the 30s, so it’s a cool spot for a date or casual dinner.

Peacemaker in Benton Park flies in fresh seafood daily, so head here for better oysters and lobster rolls than you’ll get anywhere else.

Nixta in Tower Grove is one of the best and most uniquely decorated spots in the city, serving Mexican food that you need to try.