St. Louis Magazine

FOOD + DRINK

BEST BAKERY

Nathaniel Reid Bakery

Try to find something here that isn’t vicious delicious: chocolate croissants, strawberry ganache macaroons, maple pull-aparts... All are tempting. Savories, such as the roast beef sandwich, only add to the pull of the internationally recognized confectionary. 11243 Manchester.

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Federhofer’s Bakery

Missouri Baking Company

BEST BAR

Brennan’s

After a recent move, the C WE mainstay still offers respite from a weary world, with a long polished bar; a cigar club; and restorative cocktails, spirits, and an estimable beer list. The music’s pleasant and so too is the company. 316 N. Euclid.

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The Irish Gypsy

The Off Track Saloon

BEST BARBECUE

Sugarfire Smokehouse

Constantly innovative, Sugarfire serves smoked meats and ever-evolving sides that offer reasons to keep coming back. The ‘cue is fragrant, the sauces seductive, and the Chupacabra sandwich legendary. suqarfiresmokehouse.com.

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Pappy’s Smokehouse

Salt + Smoke

BEST BREAKFAST

The Shack

Mornings are challenging enough. You can make things easier with a good breakfast. The names alone here—Starchy & Cluck— are worth a visit. Loaded hashes are a specialty, and “Boozie Shakes” start the day right. eatatshack.com.

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First Watch

Southwest Diner

BEST BREWERY

4 Hands Brewing

With a taproom featuring free Skee-Ball and a whole bunch of suds and hard seltzers, this is the place for socializing

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