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Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Restaurant Review Round-Up: Barney's Bar-B-Q

Barney's Bar-B-Q will celebrating its half-century in business this year. See what local residents are saying about restaurants in Ballwin and Ellisville.

Known as the "Little Red Shack" in West County, Barney's Bar-B-Q celebrates 50 years in business this year at its location on Manchester Road in Ellisville. The restaurant's website says it will start its 50th season on May 25. Barney's is only open during the summer on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Looking to try it out, or been there before and would like to add your review? Add your review here and see what others have had to say. On Yelp! (3.5 out of 5 stars, 5 reviews) Gregory P. said: "Many of the reviews for Barney's BBQ don't give it justice but I can honestly say that my family has been going for years and we are always going back. This particular visit was their last Saturday of the season. We were able to snag their last slab …

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Restaurant Review Round-Up: Tucker's Place

Tucker's Place West, as it's known, mirrors the Soulard location and has been in business about 20 years. See what local residents are saying about restaurants in Ballwin and Ellisville.

The second of Mike Tucker's three restaurants has been in business about 20 years and it's patterned after the original Tucker's located downtown, in historic Soulard. See what diners like you have to say about the place, located on Manchester Road. Looking to try it out, or been there before and would like to add your review? Add your review here and see what others have had to say. On Yelp! (3.5 out of 5 stars, 30 reviews) Chuck L. said: "My wife and I have been enjoying the delicious food here for many years. Last weekend we visited and each of us savored their magnificent filet mignon, baked potato and house salad. Good service and great location for us. We visit at least once a month." Brendan W. said: "We have a large party (7) and …

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Restaurant Review Roundup: Charlotte's Rib BBQ

See what restaurant goers are saying about establishments in Ballwin and Ellisville.

If you've been around St. Louis for a long time, you probably recognize the name Charlotte Peters, the star of a popular St. Louis TV show that aired from 1947 to 1969 on local television. Her namesake restaurant is Ballwin's Charlotte's Rib BBQ, a staple of the area since 1977. The following reviews collected by Patch are a representative sample aimed at giving you a flavor of what local residents are saying about Charlotte's Rib BBQ. Have an opinion on the best eats in the area yourself? Add a review of your own right here on Patch. From Yelp!, 4.5 out of 5 stars on average (seven reviews) Darren K. gave it 5 stars: "The English language isn't capable of the type of hyperbole necessary to express how awesome their ribs are." Dustin O. …

Wendy S.

9:07 am on Tuesday, February 5, 2013

My husband and I absolutely love Charlotte's Rib! Let's face it, a lot of BBQ places have good meat items (or they wouldn't be in business), but most lack good side dishes. On the contrary for Charlotte's Rib ... their side dishes are every bit as delicious and complement whatever meat choice you make. Their service is outstanding ... friendly, warm, make you feel like family. We give it 5 of 5 …   more ›

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Restaurant Review Round-Up: Lazy River Grill

See what restaurant goers are saying about establishments in Ballwin and Ellisville.

Disheartened that more dining establishments don't have frog legs on the menu? Then the Restaurant Review Round-Up has the place for you, the Lazy River Grill in Ballwin.  Besides frog legs, the restaurant specializes in fish dishes and the decor is festooned with fishing apparatus such as rods and reels. You can also find burgers, steaks, chicken and sandwiches.  The following reviews collected by Patch are a representative sample aimed at giving you a flavor of what local residents are saying about Lazy River Grill. Have an opinion on the best eats in the area yourself? Add a review of your own right here on Patch.     From Yelp (4.0 avg/15 reviews): Ann C gave it 4/5 stars: "We went for our anniversary because it is in the neighborhood …

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Restaurant Review Round-Up: 6 North Cafe

See what restaurant goers are saying about establishments in Ballwin and Ellisville.

Nothing says lunch like a quality sandwich, so the Restaurant Review Roundup is sitting down at 6 North Cafe this week.  The family-owned, independent coffee shop also offers pastires, specialty coffee drinks and more. Salads and smoothies are also on the menue at the restaurant, located at 14438 Clayton Road in Ballwin.  The following reviews collected by Patch are a representative sample aimed at giving you a flavor of what local residents are saying. Have an opinion on the best dinner in the area yourself? Add a review of your own right here on Patch.     From Patch: Laura Edwards-Ray: gave it 5/5 stars: "LOVE IT!!!! The food is fabulous, the drinks are delicious and the staff is very friendly. I also love the fact that they are …

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Restaurant Review Round-Up: Candicci's

See what restaurant goers are saying about establishments in Ballwin and Ellisville.

The location for the first Restaurant Review Round-Up of 2013 is Candicci's, a Ballwin establishment that serves up classic Italian fare.  The house speciality is the Pasta Moloney, which comes with capellini noodles and a meat sauce and is then topped with meatballs and cheese and then baked. Pizza, pasta, flatbreads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads and appetizers are also available. The following reviews collected by Patch are a representative sample aimed at giving you a flavor of what local residents are saying about Candicci's. Have an opinion on the best pub food in the area yourself? Add a review of your own right here on Patch.     From Patch: Wendy S gave it 5/5 stars and said: "The food is amazing, the atmosphere is great, and…

CSR

4:54 pm on Tuesday, January 1, 2013

The food is good. There service is fair. The decor . . . well . . . the brokem glass on the front door should tell you how it is inside. It feels dirty and needs a make-over. It looks like every other restaurant that was in it's space before it. I would go there again to enjoy the food if they would clean the place up.   more ›

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Restaurant Review Round-Up: BBQ ASAP

See what local residents are saying about restaurants in Ballwin and Ellisville.

You can never have too much barbeque, so this week the Restaurant Review Round-Up is grabbing a bite at BBQ ASAP in Ballwin.  BBQ ASAP prides itself on meats that are "always smoked absolutely perfect." The store offers dishes like ribs as well as sandwich options, such as barbecued beef brisket. For non-meat entrees, consider a grilled cheese served with American on Texas toast. The following reviews collected by Patch are a representative sample aimed at giving you a flavor of what local residents are saying about BBQ ASAP. Have an opinion on the best barbeque in the area yourself? Add a review of your own right here on Patch.     From Patch: Angela gave it 4/5 stars and said: "The pulled pork is great! Great BBQ and sauce!" Amy Mueller …

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Bryanna Hampton

12:14 pm on Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Thanks for your comment, Debra! It would be great if you could post your review on BBQ ASAP's directory listing: http://ballwin-ellisville.patch.com/listings/mr-harrys-carnival-foods-2 (I know the link is funky-looking, but it's the right one!)   more ›

Friday, August 10, 2012

Friday Food Critic

Friday Food Critic: Senor Pique

Each week, we nominate a new restaurant for you to review. That's right, you're the local expert.

All right, it's your turn to be the food critic. Every week, Patch will take a look at the stock of restaurants and eateries in Ballwin and Ellisville, pick a specific place and ask for your reviews. What did you like? What didn't you like? Recommendations? This week, Senor Pique: Mexican Restaurant and Margarita Bar, is up. Been there? All you have to do is click on the restaurant title and rate your experience(s) in our directory. Then, you'll be entered into a random drawing to win a $10 gift card to a restaurant of your choice.  Can't hurt, can it?  Go ahead! You never know -- you may find your calling to be a food critic, or at least win a gift card out of it.

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Bryanna Hampton

10:17 am on Friday, August 10, 2012

Yes! Please click the link in Kurt's comment or the blue, bold "Senor Pique" title in the story to add your review to the directory listing. Wouldn't want you to miss a shot at that $10 gift card. :) Thanks for the response!   more ›

Friday, August 3, 2012

Friday Food Critic

Friday Food Critic: Nippon Tei

Each week, we nominate a new restaurant for you to review. That's right, you're the local expert.

When it comes to restaurants, Ballwin and Ellisville have it covered. We have some great local places that many would consider community gems; we have some restaurants that aren't exactly mom-and-pop but are unique to the area; and we certainly—for better or for worse—have plenty of chains lining our main streets. But what we don't have is a consistent food critic to tell us what's good and what's not.  That's where you come in. We could throw some money at a professional food critic, but that's not exactly what Patch is all about. We'd much rather know the opinion of the fine folks that eat there day-in and day-out. It's your community. You eat the food. You tell us if it passes the mark. That's why we are introducing The Friday Food …

Friday, May 4, 2012

Friday Food Critic: El Maguey in Ballwin

Let fellow Mexican food lovers know whether this prominent spot in Ballwin is worthy if your next fiesta.

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant is hard to miss with its colorful decor, bold sign and central spot on the north side of Manchester Road. But does the restaurant make the grade when it comes to serving food you love? Let us know what you think of El Maguey Mexican Restaurant by visiting the business's listing in our directory and posting a review. While you're there, feel free to browse our directory for other establishments you patronize and let us know your thoughts. Do you own or manage a business in Ballwin or Ellisville? Make sure to claim your listing! Click the “Claim It” link beneath the photos in your business’ listing. Are you a business owner who can't find your establishment in our directory Email chase.castle@patch.com to be …

Chase Castle

2:14 pm on Friday, May 4, 2012

Thanks for letting us know, Alexandra! Looks like El Maguey's margaritas already made it an early candidate for our latest, Cinco de Mayo-centered Food Fight feature: http://patch.com/A-sMyb   more ›

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