# Barbecue and mac and cheese in St. Louis > Barbecue that treats mac and cheese like a main event, not just a side dish to fill the plate. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/missouri/st-louis/best-barbecue-mac-and-cheese ## Places (7) ### 1. Hogtown Smokehouse Small indoor space feels cozy but loud, with dark lighting and a homey vibe. Large outdoor patio offers a spacious, relaxed atmosphere with games and live sports on many TVs. Crowd enjoys smoked meats aroma and lively energy, often accompanied by cold beer and live music setups. - Address: 6301 Clayton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63139, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/HogtownSmokehouse ### 2. Smoke N Bones BBQ Small, intimate barbecue restaurant with open dining area and plenty of space between tables. Atmosphere is laid-back and quiet, with no music and a mix of hickory smoke and incense scents. Offers indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating with simple, clean decor and multiple TVs. - Address: 6417 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SmokeNBonesBBQ ### 3. The Stellar Hog Spacious patio with live music creates a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Indoor space feels hot and can get crowded, while outdoor seating offers room for groups and kids to play. Known for top-tier barbecue and a fantastic bar, it blends great food with a fun vibe. - Address: 5623 Leona St, St. Louis, MO 63116, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheStellarHog ### 4. Five Ace's Smokestaq Lightning Old late 1800s building with wooden beams and hardwood floors creates a blues stage vibe. Smoker on the sidewalk fills the air with rich barbecue aroma. Covered patio offers riverfront views and a family-friendly atmosphere with tasteful music. - Address: 724 N 1st St Ste 200, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Five-Ace's-Smokestaq-Lightning ### 5. Nubby’s Telegraph Small, cozy restaurant with intimate setting and loud, lively atmosphere featuring live music and crowd singing. Regulars enjoy exceptional barbecue and pizza alongside a dog-friendly patio and multiple TVs for sports. Space fills quickly with a neighborly vibe and limited seating. - Address: 6039 Telegraph Rd, St. Louis, MO 63129, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Nubby’s-Telegraph ### 6. Ruth's Chris Steak House Upscale restaurant offers stunning arch views from elegant booths and a romantic atmosphere with background music enhancing the experience. Steaks and cocktails receive high praise, creating a setting suited for special dinners and celebrations. - Address: 1-99 Lumiere Pl Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Ruth's-Chris-Steak-House21 ### 7. Ranell's Market & Cafe Small barbecue and soul food spot serves food in Styrofoam containers with huge portions and reasonable prices. Atmosphere stays quiet and clean, attracting mostly walk-ins and online orders. Popular dishes run out early, creating a usual wait for large orders. - Address: 3152 Lafayette Ave Apt A, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Ranell's-Market-Cafe ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.