Specialties of St. Louis

How many specialties of St. Louis have you tried?

St. Louis has many unique foods that combine local traditions with innovative styles, becoming an important representative of the food culture of the Midwestern United States.

1. St. Louis-Style Pizza

Ultra-thin and crispy crust

Special Provel cheese (a cheese mixture with a strong and unique taste)

Usually cut into small cubes instead of triangles

2. St. Louis-Style Ribs

The ribs are uniquely cut, shorter and uniform.

Usually seasoned with sweet and thick barbecue sauce, full of smoky flavor.

3. The Hill's Italian Cuisine

The Hill community in St. Louis is famous for authentic Italian cuisine, including pasta, lasagna and sandwiches.

Toasted Ravioli: A local signature snack, meat-filled ravioli is breaded and fried, served with ketchup for dipping.

4. Gooey Butter Cake

A St. Louis dessert made with butter, sugar and cream cheese, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, melting in your mouth.

Usually enjoyed for breakfast or dessert.

5. Frozen Custard

Richer and smoother than regular ice cream, it is often added with fresh fruit, nuts or chocolate.

6. St. Louis-Style Hot Dog

Hot dogs are served with cheese sauce, barbecue sauce or spicy seasoning, incorporating local flavors.

7. St. Louis Gerber Sandwich

Use garlic bread, top with ham and Provel cheese, and then grill until golden.

8. Fried Pork Rinds

A traditional snack made from fried pork rinds, crispy and salty.

9. Boiled Catfish (Mississippi River Catfish)

Catfish is a specialty of the Mississippi River and is usually breaded and fried or grilled before eating.

10. St. Louis Slinger

A breakfast burger topped with chili sauce, cheese, onions and mashed potatoes, it is a "heavy" brunch option unique to St. Louis.