Bogarts 4.5/5 Sugarfire 0/5 Pappy's 5/5 Bogarts has pastrami which we didn't see anywhere else, so we tried that. Very good! The ribs are also very good but Pappy's is just a tad better. Bogarts was a little more difficult to get to via public transportation, but it's doable. We came at 3 (they close at 4) on a weekday and it was empty. Same coleslaw as Pappy's (we were told they have the same owner) which is vinegar base with cabbage and apple. Great compliment to the rich bbq. I did need some sauce on the ribs here and there but nothing close to Sugarfire (tough and dry).
Bennie S.
Visiting St Louis and I looked up bbq places to go and Bogart's came up on the list. So GOOD! I'm very picky about my bbq and this is top tier hands down. The staff was friendly and accommodating which was a bonus. We got the brisket, pulled pork, and pastrami by the pound to go. Everything was juicy, and flavorful. The pastrami and brisket were the stand outs for us. But all was good. No conversations were had while we were eating this. And you know a place is good when the locals are lining up before they open.
Sara Dorrington
Best ribs
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs with 2 Sides
Bill S.
We capped a four-day visit to St. Louis by stopping at Bogart's on our way back to Indianapolis. Lived up to everything we read online about the cool neighborhood restaurant, the efficient service, and the great pulled pork sandwiches. Highly recommend both the coleslaw and the baked beans. A great experience in a cool part of old St. Louis. If you love barbecue and you're visiting the city, definitely take the time to stop. The staff could not have been friendlier, and the cool old-school vibe of the restaurant completed the experience.
Cassandra G.
The best bbq - loved it come before 11 to get the burnt ends before they run out. The ribs are heavenly. Right across from the Soulard market
Jane D.
Driving cross country, we were FAMISHED. Exhausted. Dying. I ran to yelp to find a local BBQ place, and this was the first place to pop up that was along our route. Trailer in tow, we found a place to park and walked a few blocks to Bogarts. Our food was delicious and hit the spot. The baked beans, *chefs kiss*. I don't know if I'll ever come back but if I'm ever back in St Louis, this place will be on our list!
Larry Rainey
The food was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Farrah Gelish
Didn't realise this place was an appended of Pappys but the food is such a let down, (the same as Pappys) so probably shouldn't be surprised. Ribs were the biggest let down, no smoke flavour at all, all the food tasted full of sugar!! Only saving grace was the lovely
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Tara M.
THE BEST BBQ ribs I have ever had!! By far...I am normally a brisket girl...however this time, I tried the ribs and holy father of ribs, this is it!!!! It's a must!! And the sides, plus the unsweetened tea was fresh!
Fabian Mateos
Very delicious food, the smoked ribs is exquisite. Very friendly people, good service. I will be back !!!
Some good BBQ, taste great and the portions you receive are worth the
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baked Beans, Brisket
Quinn R
Great sauces. Used to come every time I was in the city, but once I opened what I genuinely thought was the bathroom door only to realize it was just a storage closet, so I was of course immediately about to close it and move on but an employee yelled at me, grabbed the knob out from under my hand and closed the door ? It was so needlessly humiliating (needless in general) in such an intimate space too. My ears were hot while I had to then finish my meal in there, ugh. Left such a bad taste in my mouth I haven’t been back in years. Good food though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Jason B.
The place is pretty small, but the barbecue was unbelievable. Brisket and Tri-tip were perfect but if you want Burnt Ends, you gotta get there early as it sells out quick, The sauces were awesome. Service was fast and super friendly. Highly recommended and would go there again in a heartbeat when we go back to St. Louis.
Robert Davies
This is a must on you places to visit if you are in St Louis..especially if you are visiting the farmers market area. Get the right before noon to get a table and the best selection off the menu. Like any good BBQ joint... when they are out, their out.Parking: Parking is a challenge. If you are not lucky enough to score paid street parking... head over to behind the farmers market... there is a big paid lot there.. shot walk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Two Meat Combo Plus a Rib Combo, Baked Beans, Slaw, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket, Tri Tip
Jesse Prince
Fantastic food. Got to get here early though because things sell out fast. Ribs were fall off the bone, brisket was yummy, all sauces were good, and the sides were also great. Staff very friendly and fast.
Bogarts 4.5/5 Sugarfire 0/5 Pappy's 5/5 Bogarts has pastrami which we didn't see anywhere else, so we tried that. Very good! The ribs are also very good but Pappy's is just a tad better. Bogarts was a little more difficult to get to via public transportation, but it's doable. We came at 3 (they close at 4) on a weekday and it was empty. Same coleslaw as Pappy's (we were told they have the same owner) which is vinegar base with cabbage and apple. Great compliment to the rich bbq. I did need some sauce on the ribs here and there but nothing close to Sugarfire (tough and dry).
Visiting St Louis and I looked up bbq places to go and Bogart's came up on the list. So GOOD! I'm very picky about my bbq and this is top tier hands down. The staff was friendly and accommodating which was a bonus. We got the brisket, pulled pork, and pastrami by the pound to go. Everything was juicy, and flavorful. The pastrami and brisket were the stand outs for us. But all was good. No conversations were had while we were eating this. And you know a place is good when the locals are lining up before they open.
Best ribs
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs with 2 Sides
We capped a four-day visit to St. Louis by stopping at Bogart's on our way back to Indianapolis. Lived up to everything we read online about the cool neighborhood restaurant, the efficient service, and the great pulled pork sandwiches. Highly recommend both the coleslaw and the baked beans. A great experience in a cool part of old St. Louis. If you love barbecue and you're visiting the city, definitely take the time to stop. The staff could not have been friendlier, and the cool old-school vibe of the restaurant completed the experience.
The best bbq - loved it come before 11 to get the burnt ends before they run out. The ribs are heavenly. Right across from the Soulard market
Driving cross country, we were FAMISHED. Exhausted. Dying. I ran to yelp to find a local BBQ place, and this was the first place to pop up that was along our route. Trailer in tow, we found a place to park and walked a few blocks to Bogarts. Our food was delicious and hit the spot. The baked beans, *chefs kiss*. I don't know if I'll ever come back but if I'm ever back in St Louis, this place will be on our list!
The food was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Didn't realise this place was an appended of Pappys but the food is such a let down, (the same as Pappys) so probably shouldn't be surprised. Ribs were the biggest let down, no smoke flavour at all, all the food tasted full of sugar!! Only saving grace was the lovely
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
THE BEST BBQ ribs I have ever had!! By far...I am normally a brisket girl...however this time, I tried the ribs and holy father of ribs, this is it!!!! It's a must!! And the sides, plus the unsweetened tea was fresh!
Very delicious food, the smoked ribs is exquisite. Very friendly people, good service. I will be back !!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Some good BBQ, taste great and the portions you receive are worth the
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baked Beans, Brisket
Great sauces. Used to come every time I was in the city, but once I opened what I genuinely thought was the bathroom door only to realize it was just a storage closet, so I was of course immediately about to close it and move on but an employee yelled at me, grabbed the knob out from under my hand and closed the door ? It was so needlessly humiliating (needless in general) in such an intimate space too. My ears were hot while I had to then finish my meal in there, ugh. Left such a bad taste in my mouth I haven’t been back in years. Good food though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
The place is pretty small, but the barbecue was unbelievable. Brisket and Tri-tip were perfect but if you want Burnt Ends, you gotta get there early as it sells out quick, The sauces were awesome. Service was fast and super friendly. Highly recommended and would go there again in a heartbeat when we go back to St. Louis.
This is a must on you places to visit if you are in St Louis..especially if you are visiting the farmers market area. Get the right before noon to get a table and the best selection off the menu. Like any good BBQ joint... when they are out, their out.Parking: Parking is a challenge. If you are not lucky enough to score paid street parking... head over to behind the farmers market... there is a big paid lot there.. shot walk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Two Meat Combo Plus a Rib Combo, Baked Beans, Slaw, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket, Tri Tip
Fantastic food. Got to get here early though because things sell out fast. Ribs were fall off the bone, brisket was yummy, all sauces were good, and the sides were also great. Staff very friendly and fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket