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Chinese eatery focusing on authentic Sichuan specialties such as popcorn chicken.

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

Hip, modern spot for burgers & sandwiches highlighting local ingredients in a former 1980s drive-in.

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

Upscale spot for tech-enabled dart games, plus a menu of elevated snacks and beer.

Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

No-frills chain specializing in St. Louis-style pies with thin crusts & Provel cheese.

Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

French-toast bar serving a menu of burgers, chicken, risotto and steak to enjoy in a casual cafe atmosphere.

Updated Italian fare made with local ingredients is served in a low-key, rustic-chic space.

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.

Burgers, sandwiches & other basics are served at this casual bar & eatery with a patio.

Comfortable hangout offering cheese plates & other snacks, along with a wine list.

North St. Louis bakery and café serving African, Caribbean and Southern-inspired food. Opened August 15, 2026, as part of the Uhuru District’s community development work focused on local jobs, food access and neighborhood investment.