Arch Eats

You know the best smashburgers in town, but do you know the best under-the-radar smashburgers? On a quest to determine the top burgers in town, George and Cheryl searched the St. Louis metro area high and low to find some less familiar names serving up truly delicious smashed patties. In this episode, they pay homage to the well-known spots like Jack Nolen’s, Farm Spirit and Mac’s Local Eats, but their main goal is to introduce you to places you may not have heard of to put on your must-try list. From south city dives and Chesterfield strip malls to humble gas station kitchens, tune in to find out how some of the best burgers in town are being served at the most unexpected places. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Greater St. Louis, Inc. and supported by Brewery Lights at Anheuser Busch. Downtown Restaurant Week is back November 16–22, with specials at restaurants across Downtown St. Louis. Deals include 20% off discounts and special menu items. Pick a spot, bring your appetite, and discover somewhere new. See participating restaurants and plan your week at https://dinedowntownstl.com/

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In this thrilling Halloween episode of Arch Eats, join me, Julie Lally, as we explore the spooktacular world of pop-up bars in St. Louis. Joined by my guests Cheryl and George, we dive into the city's vibrant Halloween scene, featuring 13 uniquely themed bars that promise a hauntingly good time. From the heavy metal vibes of Nightmare on 12th Street at EatCrow to the immersive experience at Spirits of the Bayou, we cover it all. Discover the creative cocktails and festive menus at venues like The Vampire Bar and the Wizarding Halloween Pop-Up at Salvage Yard. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly outing or an adult-only adventure, St. Louis offers something for everyone this spooky season. Tune in for tips on reservations and what to expect at each pop-up!

There may be no such thing as a free lunch, but you can still get a cheap one. In this episode, George and Cheryl are joined by freelance food writer Felina Meier who has scoured the metro in search of the best lunchtime bargains. Felina did something that George and Cheryl thought was unthinkable: she found 15 places where you can get an exceptional meal for under ten dollars, all locally sourced from some of St. Louis’ most beloved restaurant names. From steaming hot soup dumplings to Jack in the Box inspired tacos, Felina shares her picks for the best lunch deals that will keep your belly full and your wallet fat. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is presented by The 314 Podcast Live. If you’re curious about the people and stories behind St. Louis’ restaurant scene, you won’t want to miss The 314 Podcast Live featuring Katie Lee on October 21 at .ZACK. Presented by Russell Construction, St. Louis Magazine’s Sarah Fenske sits down with restaurateur and entrepreneur Katie Lee to discuss her unconventional path and new memoir, Unemployable: The Katie Lee Story. Get tickets at https://www.stlmag.com/314-podcast-live/

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Last weekend, restaurateur Danny Meyer visited St. Louis to launch his new book, What Could Possibly Go Right?, ahead of its national release on September 29. SLM’s George Mahe sat down with Meyer to discuss the new book and his first, Setting the Table, along with hot-button topics including AI in restaurants, GLP-1 drugs and their impact on menus, content creators, shifting tipping practices, and food delivery’s effect on hospitality. Listen or watch to learn why Mahe calls Meyer “the most respected restaurant owner in America.” Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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The oppressive heat has finally broken, and George and Cheryl are celebrating the start of fall’s outdoor dining season with an episode dedicated to their favorite new restaurant patios. Over the past year, they’ve seen some excellent al fresco options added to the St. Louis dining landscape and are excited to share their picks for where to enjoy the cooler temps and autumn foliage while noshing on some great food. From brisket in St. Albans to a cafe for picky eaters in Lafayette Square, they’ll let you in on where you should be dining right now when you want to bask in the splendor of this glorious time of year. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is presented by Herbie’s and supported by Saint Louis Science Center. The holidays are sneaking up fast, and Herbie’s is ready to make your celebration one to remember. From corporate gatherings to festive family dinners and holiday parties, let their team handle the details while you enjoy the occasion. Dates are filling quickly, so book your holiday event at Herbie’s today! Get started at https://herbies.com/

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This week on Arch Eats, co-hosts George and Cheryl are taking another trip down memory lane with the second edition of their most missed restaurants series. This time around, they’re touching on places that hold some personal meaning to them—from the first restaurant Cheryl ever dined at to an eatery that George helped adorn in a contemporary paint design. They’ve even included a few recommendations from listeners who shared their own memories of the places they miss the most. See if your favorite is mentioned in this nostalgia-filled episode. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Cardinals Nation. Visit the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, located in Ballpark Village at Busch Stadium, to experience the excitement and tradition of Cardinals baseball. Featuring stadiums, players, and championship moments, the Cardinals Museum boasts one of the largest team-specific collections of artifacts and memorabilia in the world. Get tickets.

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The kids may be headed back to school, but on Arch Eats, we are squeezing out every last drop of summer with the season’s most nostalgic sweet treat: ice cream sandwiches. In what may be their messiest episode yet, George and Cheryl will walk you through where you can get these novelties, from established local favorites to off-the-radar, secret menu spots. They’ll even give you some pro-tips for which ones travel well and which ones require eating immediately so you don’t suffer the same ice cream soup fate that they do in the studio. And if you want to play a game while you listen to this episode, take a drink—or a bite of ice cream—every time one of them says the word ‘soup.’ It’ll keep you busy. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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It’s peak summer produce season, and the St. Louis dining scene is outdoing itself when it comes to celebrating this most delicious time of year. Arch Eats co-hosts George and Cheryl have tasted their way around town to find the most essential summertime dishes, and in this episode, they’ve curated their top picks so that you can experience the season in its most vibrant splendor. From peaches to BLTs, ice cream sandwiches to gazpacho, listen in to see how to live your most delicious summer ever.

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This episode is sponsored bySt. Louis Union Station. This summer, the St. Louis Aquarium is in its shell-ebration er! Come discover the amazing world of shell-bearing animals, from sea turtles and lobsters to armadillos and more. Enjoy daily interactive activities, educational encounters, Birthday Bash Weekends, Shelfie Stations, summer giveaways, and plenty of family fun. Plan your visit.

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For over two decades, Derek Gamlin has been a force in the St. Louis restaurant scene with such beloved spots as Sub Zero Vodka Bar, Gamlin Whiskey House, and 1764 Public House. Now, together with former West End Grill and Pub owner Henry Arciniega, he’s back on the scene with a new concept, Gamlin’s, slated to open next month. In this episode, Gamlin and chef Chris Arnold sit down with host Geoge Mahe to share the inside scoop on what people can expect from this highly-anticipated restaurant. From late night dining to elevated (and complimentary) water service, they dish on all the details that will leave you excited for this thrilling addition the St. Louis dining scene. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Cardinals Nation. Hey, Cardinals fans! Looking to kick off game day in style? Join the ultimate pre-game party at Cardinals Nation before every home game! It’s a high-energy, DJ-hosted celebration packed with a full buffet and an all-inclusive bar. That’s two and a half hours of non-stop fun before first pitch! Grab your tickets now.

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We are obsessed with where everyone went to high school. We love to mispronounce street names and we refuse to call that concert venue in Maryland Heights anything other than “Riverport.” St. Louisans sure have their quirks, and the way we dine is no exception. In this episode, George and Cheryl explore the particular eccentricities of St. Louis restaurant-goers; from our insistence on easy parking to a penchant for large portions, they unpack our non-negotiables and proclivities to figure what makes our food scene so unique—and share which ones they are guilty of themselves. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Herbie’s. Clayton Restaurant Week is July 20– 26 and there’s no better time to experience Herbie’s. Enjoy a special menu featuring dishes like grilled peach burrata salad, seared sea bass, and house-made meringue nests. Reserve your table today.

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It’s summer in St. Louis, which means one of the region’s most beloved traditions is underway: Muny season. The Tony Award-winning outdoor theater is an essential part of St. Louis culture and one of our city’s crown jewels. It’s also the perfect jumping off point for enjoying some delicious food. That’s how local food writer Madi Lee sees it. The SLM contributor recently put together a fun guide to help you enhance your Muny experience by pairing each show with some of the city’s most popular restaurants. Whether you’re looking for a dine-in affair or some casual takeout to enjoy under the stars, Madi creatively pairs each of this season’s productions with local eateries that match the show’s theme. From turkey legs for Shrek to Middle Eastern delicacies for Ain’t Too Proud, Madi has you covered to make this your most delicious Muny season yet. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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Cooking a steak is simple. Cooking a great steak is an art. In this episode, George and Cheryl break down everything you need to know in order to prepare a truly great piece of meat. From sourcing, grades, and aging to cooking methods, temperatures, and resting, they get into every aspect of the process, beginning at the butcher counter and ending with you tucking into a positively delicious meal. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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Who makes the best chicken salad in St. Louis? For decades, there was only one answer, but in this episode, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dare to ask the question—and find some excellent options along the way. They’ll taste through 15 different locally-made versions of the dish, revealing tasting notes, stylistic differences and their personal preferences to help you navigate this picnic basket staple, just in time for summer. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. Dive into a splash of magic at the St. Louis Aquarium every Thursday through Sunday until June 14 with Mermaids on the Mississippi, bringing you face-to-fin with real-life mermaids. Don’t miss your chance to experience the spectacle, the wonder, and the fun. Grab your tickets.

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Memorial Day is upon us, and we’re celebrating the unofficial start to grilling season in the most St. Louis way possible: An entire episode dedicated to pork steaks. George and Cheryl get into everything you ever wanted to know about this definitively St. Louis barbecue dish—and then some—with the metro area’s undisputed king of the cut, BEAST Craft BBQ’s David Sandusky. From sauces to rubs, thickness to cooking fuel, the three will touch on every aspect of this venerated barbecue item so that you have all the information you need to make your backyard cookouts more delicious. Bust out the jorts, crack open a Busch and settle in to learn how you can make this your most St. Louis summer ever. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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It’s a Cinco de Mayo-inspired fiesta at Arch Eats, and George and Cheryl are celebrating in the best way possible: With tacos and margaritas. In this episode, the co-hosts explore the city’s vibrant taco scene with must-visit destinations that range from the gold standards of Cherokee Street and the ultra-traditional, off-the-beaten path taquerias of North County, to parking lot birria stands in St. Charles and East St. Louis, and fun fusion spots that push the envelope of what one might even consider a taco. If you’re someone who treats Taco Tuesday like a weekly holiday, you’ll want to check this one out. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Science Center. There’s a lot of wonder in the little word: why. It’s how we uncover how things work and what things are. At the Saint Louis Science Center, the wonder of why is the reason they exist. They bring it to life inside their building and throughout their community. Because why is where wonder begins and the Saint Louis Science Center brings it to life. Plan your visit at https://www.slsc.org/

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Before they were SLM dining writers and co-hosts of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl spent years in the restaurant industry where they learned the ins and outs of the business and saw just about every kind of customer you could imagine. In this episode, they draw on their combined decades of experience to share their essential dining “Do’s and Don’ts,” a restaurant etiquette 101 crash course that will help you have the best dining experience possible. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, bringing world-class cultural experiences to your backyard with their 2026 Festival Season, May 23 through June 28. Don’t miss the classic comedy The Pirates of Penzance, the Tony Award-winning musical The Light in the Piazza, the American opera A Streetcar Named Desire, and the legendary Romeo and Juliet. Tickets start at just $25. Purchase your tickets today at https://opera-stl.org/

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Mexican cuisine is having a moment in St. Louis right now, and chef Alex Henry is a major part of that movement. Since opening his City Foundry food stall, Sureste, in 2021 and following up with his outstanding sit-down restaurant, El Molino del Sureste, two years later, Henry has been setting the bar for regional Mexican cuisine. A native of the Yucatán city Mérida, Henry celebrates the region’s cuisine at El Molino del Sureste with thrilling results—and earned himself a James Beard Awards semifinalist nomination for Best Chef: Midwest in the process. He shares his passion for Yucatecan cuisine with George and Cheryl, as well as his take on why St. Louis diners are so eager to experience traditional Mexican dishes. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by 4 Hands Brewing Co. (https://www.4handsbrewery.com/) and supported by Cardinals Nation (https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/cardinals-nation). 4 Hands is celebrating the 10th anniversary of City Wide APA with collabs with ten local businesses.

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Fritters and crullers and long johns, oh my! On this super-sweet episode of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl taste their way through St. Louis’ legendary doughnut scene, celebrating the independent shops that make our city so delicious, one delightful bite at a time. The co-hosts will share some insights on their favorite doughnut haunts, blind taste to determine their top picks, and give listeners a general idea of the depth and breadth of St. Louis doughnut culture. Brew some coffee, settle in, and check out how your favorite shop fares.

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Soup’s on at Arch Eats central, and George and Cheryl have a crock full of recommendations for where to get a delicious bowl. From the quintessential French onion to their favorite chili, the co-hosts dish on the best soups St. Louis has to offer, as well as which establishments are guaranteed to always have something delicious simmering in a stockpot. Whether the volatile weather has you craving something warm and soothing, a lighter lunch, or a cure for whatever ails you this time of year, their picks are sure to make your mealtime more delicious. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by STAGES St. Louis. STAGES is celebrating 40 years of Broadway-quality musical theatre right here in St. Louis. Join STAGES for a milestone season featuring the hilarious 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the return of the high-rolling charm, Guys and Dolls, and the powerful, heartwarming hit Come From Away. Get tickets.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Lazy River Grill, 631 Big Bend, Manchester, 636-207-1689
• 3Gerards Pizza
• South Grand Soup Crawl (February)
• Civil Life Brewing Co. (Soup Sundays), 3714 Holt, Tower Grove South, no listed phone
• Stellar Hog (brisket chili), 5623 Leona, Holly Hills, 314-481-8448
• Colleen’s Cafe (Denver green chili), 7337 Forsyth, University City, 314-727-8427
• DouDou Cafe (pho), 6318 Clayton, Richmond Heights, 314-952-2255
• Fork & Stix (khao soi), 549 Rosedale, Skinker-DeBaliviere, 314-863-5572
• Stew’s Food & Liquor (khao soi), 1862 S. 10th, Soulard, no listed phone
• Chiang Mai (khao soi), 8158 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-961-8889
• Nudo House (Hebrew Hammer), Creve Coeur and Delmar Loop
• Union Loafers (chicken & rice), 1629 Tower Grove, Botanical Heights, 314-833-6111
• Blueberry Hill (chicken noodle), 6504 Delmar, The Delmar Loop, 314-727-4444
• Russell’s on Macklind (chicken noodle), 5400 Murdoch, Southampton, 314-553-9994
• Brasserie by Niche (French onion), 4580 Laclede, Central West End, 314-454-0600
• Truffles (French onion), 9202 Clayton, Ladue, 314-567-9100
• Shay’s Creole Smokehouse (gumbo), 912 S. Main, St. Charles, 314-852-2803
• Sister Cities Cajun (seafood gumbo), 3550 S. Broadway, Marine Villa, 314-405-0447
• The Gin Room (osh), 3200 S. Grand, Tower Grove East, 314-771-3411
• Lona’s Lil Eats (Hill Tribe Soup), 2199 California, Fox Park, 314-925-8938
• Robin Restaurant (whitefish chowder), 7268 Manchester, Maplewood, no listed phone
• Levels Nigerian Cuisine (pepper & goat, egusi), 1405 Washington, Downtown West, 314-571-9990
• Peel Wood Fired Pizza (smoked tomato bisque, wild mushroom), Multiple locations
• Straub’s (selection), Multiple locations
• Companion Cafe (selection), 9781 Clayton, Ladue, 314-218-2280
• Bike Stop Cafe (soup flight), 701 S. Riverside, St. Charles, 636-724-9900

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If your idea of sake has anything to do with shots of warm, rocket-fuel tasting beverage at a hibachi restaurant or sake bombs at the frat house, Darryl Vennard has news for you. For 25 years, the longtime wine and spirits professional has been setting the scene for a sake boom in St. Louis that has really taken off since 2020. In this episode of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl get the inside scoop on this surprisingly healthy beverage that is showing up on drink menus beyond the area’s Japanese restaurants thanks to its food-friendly characteristics. They also dispel several myths, including the notion that sake must be served warm. Whether you’re a sake aficionado or a curious newcomer, you’ll walk away with a newfound appreciation for this multifaceted beverage. Listen and follow Arch Eats on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Don’t miss Playlist: Symphony Happy Hour, featuring a special spotlight on John Williams. Enjoy signature cocktails, conductor insights from Music Director Stéphane Denève and iconic music from Star Wars, E.T., and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Happening on March 19 at Powell Hall, inside the Jack C. Taylor Music Center. Get tickets.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• The Country Club Bar & Grill: 288 Lamp & Lantern, Town & Country, 636-256-7201
• Sweets by Sweet Waters: 10015 St. Charles Rock, St. Ann, 314-374-3307
• Fukucho Moon on the Water (bottled sake)
• Vine Connections
• Sado: 5210 Shaw, The Hill, 314-390-2883
• Kawatsuru Olive Junmai Ginjo (bottled sake)
• Bushido (canned sake)
• The Wine & Cheese Place: 195 Lamp & Lantern, Town & Country, 314-447-9463
• Taberu STL (Heidi Hamamura)
• The Fountain on Locust: 3037 Locust, Midtown, 314-535-7800
• Sasha’s Wine Bar: 706 DeMun, Clayton, 314-863-7274
• Sake Events:

• Sake and Sakura, March 27
• Japanese Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden, September 5-6
• The Ritz Carlton-St. Louis, October 9
• Goddesses of the Glass, March 9 and ongoing

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