12 Best Southern Restaurants near Ferguson

“We found this gem of a restaurant and came away very pleased. The host, Mr. Sly, greeted us with a rhyme and smile. Our waiter, Tish, was prompt and friendly.Our food was on time and the food quality was well seasoned and hot. When we return to STL, we will stop here to sample more of their menu.For the owner: please make sure your merch is available for sale at all times. I wanted to buy a souvenir coffee mug and the staff didn’t have the key to the case. I get one on the next trip.“

“We had such a great experience at Hodaks and will definitely be back! Our food was great. The service was quick and very friendly. We had two babies with us and multiple staff stopped to wave at them and make silly faces making us feel very welcome. The restaurant, including the bathroom, was spotless. Highly recommend!“

“That's some delicious fried chicken. Well breaded and fried with a nice base level of spiciness. I got a recommendation to check it out, so I was a little surprised they didn't have different levels of spiciness, but it was very tasty, so it worked for me.Standard sides are beans and slaw, which were both good. The fried okra was a step up and fresh with a good batter.We were a walk-in party of 8, which they were easily able to accommodate, but the food took a little longer than we anticipated. Well worth the wait.“

“SUPPORT BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES!!!Feel in love w/ Lisa’s cooking; she for sure knows what she is doing in the kitchen. The catfish was cooked to perfection. The spaghetti & potato salad was amazing. Tried the apple holly pocket and it was delicious so I am definitely trying the peach one next. I ordered two days in a row and had my family place a big order. They loved the food as well. Nice place for a grab and go; family is very nice. I will continue to support and eat at this establishment.“

“We had the pleasure of attending a wedding reception at The Dogwood. Completely unassuming from the outside, this space is sure to wow even the most hard to please guest. The main level boasts a spacious dining room with a beautiful bar. It was cozy without feeling overwhelming. The decor was absolutely gorgeous everything has a modern aesthetic. There is a grand staircase leading to the second level. This space is an indoor/outdoor set up. Guests could filter in and out. There were three fire pits and ample seating on the patio. Perfect for a chilly evening. The bar on the second level was a little smaller, but highly functional. The team were so hospitable and friendly. The bartenders made quick work of keeping drinks full and the party going. The food was absolutely delicious! Cocktail hour consisted of a variety of appetizers including toasted ravioli, mini egg rolls, wontons, and chicken bites. Just what you need in your belly while consuming alcohol. Our meal will rate very high on my list of favorite wedding reception meals. The quality of the ingredients was reflected in the execution of each dish. Everything was perfectly done. This was a fantastic experience! Hoping I have more friends getting married soon so we can go back!“

“Do you crave crispy perfect chicken and deviled eggs? I do. Grace Meat and Three always satisfies my cravings. Their staff is so helpful in picking just the right combinations of mains and sides. There is plenty of space to take a large group or just show up and hang out at the bar. The bar is a perfect spot to grab a cocktail while you await your tasty treats arrival.“

“Today my friend and I ate at Grace Meat & Three after visiting the Botanical Gardens. It was our first time going there. I got the meal deal which was chicken tenders, fries, and a drink. The chicken was delicious and so were the fries. I enjoyed all the dipping sauces they have to choose from. We will definitely be back.“

“The food is delicious let's start there 9/10! Chicken and fish are fried to just right. The sides are pretty good as well, love the fried green tomatoes and mashed potatoes. All their sauces seem to be made in house and are very tasty. But what I don't like is tipping and all they do is bring out your food. You have to buss your own table when you're done and that's not cool but meh. But the people are still very nice and accommodating.“

“Peno is one of my favorite restaurants in STL!The service is excellent!! They go above and beyond to make you feel completely welcome and answered my millions of questions about what to order.. they also gave great recommendations (I am indecisive and always ask the expert)!Their food is incredible! You can taste the freshness and that each dish is carefully prepared and crafted with love!My favorite menu staples:- Octopus - this is amazing! Perfect balance of flavors and textures!- Giant Meatballs - whether you order this as an app or get the spaghetti & meatballs, these balls are not to be missed- Gnocchi - do yourself a favor and order this.. they're so good! Between the pillowy soft gnocchi to the house tomato basil sauce, this is a MUST!- Pizza - any of them! I love all the flavors of the Guiseppe but they're all to die for!Peno is great. Stop reading reviews and just go already.“

“We were looking for something different and found it at Down Home Elegance. They do mostly carry out, but they did let us and some others eat in. The food was very good. The turkey ribs were smoked, and they were ? ? ? ?, yes, I said turkey ribs. Go ask em were the rib comes from, and they'll tell you. The wing was baked, but it was good. The Yams were cooked perfectly. I would have liked a little more flavor in my greens, but they are not using any pork in them, for you all that don't eat pork. The cornbread dressing was just that, nothing super special. The food is good and satisfying, and I would recommend them as a go-to because we will go again. Also, I had a piece of Carrot Cake, of course, I ate it no picture. Give them a try if you ate ever in North St. Louis off I270, just before crossing back into Illinois. Very nice people, which is as important as the food.“

“Love love love this place! The food was AMAZING! The Tootie sauce is a must try! Tootie is super sweet! The whole staff was so friendly. The atmosphere makes you not want to leave and everyone in there was amazing to us! Without a doubt I'll be going back“

“Delicious ❤️❤️❤️we are visiting from Memphis and I wanted some fried fish…….let me just say I was not disappointed. This was everything that I wanted and some more. I pray many Blessings on your business. From the cashier to the management…..AWESOME….Service and Food….Please stop by and grab some of this amazing service and food ❤️❤️❤️“