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St. Louis

Sidney Street Cafe

Restaurant

Why we point you here

A James Beard-charted St. Louis restaurant worth building a night around.

St. Louis has quietly charted on the national food map, and this James Beard-recognized kitchen—honored for Best Chefs in America Midwest—is a big reason why. It's the kind of place worth the detour, anchoring a dining scene that rewards those who roam beyond the coasts.

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Other charted spots in St. Louis

Worth the detour.

Charted by James Beard Awards· Last verified 2026-07-11