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3 new spots to score traditional American eats in St. Louis

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Published on April 22, 2019
3 new spots to score traditional American eats in St. LouisPhoto: The Chocolate Pig/Yelp

Looking for your next great traditional American meal in St. Louis? These new spots will satisfy all your cravings. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for traditional American food.

The Chocolate Pig

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The Chocolate Pig is a breakfast and brunch and traditional American spot, offering desserts and more at 4220 Duncan Ave.

Look for the chicken fried brussels sprouts among this spot's small plates; they come with buttermilk dressing, lemon and onions. Or, try the pork shank or salmon rillette among the large plate offerings. The Chocolate Pig also offers an online ordering service.  

With a 4.5-star Yelp rating out 72 reviews, The Chocolate Pig has been getting positive attention.

Yelper Robyn A., who reviewed The Chocolate Pig on April 1, wrote, "We tried both appetizers, the steak and pasta main courses, and both had the salted caramel dessert. Wow, each individual component of every dish was excellent, and together they were even better. The dessert was just amazing — such an interesting and delicious salty/sweet combo. Service was attentive and not overbearing, the pacing of the courses was perfect. Plus, the cocktails were excellent as well."

The Chocolate Pig is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–midnight on Friday, 10 a.m.–midnight on Saturday and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Sunday.

Top Flow Bar and Grill

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Top Flow Bar and Grill is a traditional American spot located at 4227 Race Course Ave.

This spot specializes in pub grub. To start, try the nachos, wonton tacos or toasted ravioli for an appetizer. You'll find the Philly cheesesteak, pulled pork sandwich and beef quesadilla among the heartier options. Take a gander at the full menu here. 

Yelp users are excited about Top Flow Bar & Grill, which currently holds 4.5 stars out of three reviews on the site.

Yelper Mark F. wrote, "The service was very friendly and the food was really good. The burgers, quesadillas, fries and onion rings were all great."

Top Flow Bar & Grill is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. daily.

The Midwestern

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The Midwestern is a traditional American spot, offering barbecue and more located at 900 Spruce St. in Downtown.

This spot offers St. Louis style ribs by the full rack or half rack, which comes with two sides and cornbread. There's also fried green tomatoes, fried oyster toast and crispy pig head. Side options include pit beans, veggie beans, mac and cheese and more. Take a look at the full menu here. 

Yelp users are generally positive about The Midwestern, which currently holds four stars out of 36 reviews on the site.

Yelper C H., who was one of the first users to visit The Midwestern on April 10, wrote, "I ordered the pork barbecue sandwich and a side of mac and cheese.  That's simple enough, and you can't mess that up. This place delivered and it was all fantastic! "

The Midwestern is open from 11 a.m.–1 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.–1:30 a.m. on Friday, 10 a.m.-1:30 a.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Tuesday.)


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