Best Chinese Food in St. Louis: A Local's Guide
Where to go, what to order, and how to tell a great St. Louis Chinese kitchen from an average one.
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LOCAL GUIDE
The St. Louis Kitchen Blog
Guides to St. Louis Chinese food, menu breakdowns, ordering tips, and stories from our kitchen.
Catering
Events
History
Ingredients
Local Guide
Menu Guide
Ordering Tips
Our Story
HISTORY
The History of Chinese Cuisine in St. Louis
From early 20th-century kitchens to the invention of St. Louis-style cashew chicken.
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MENU GUIDE
10 Must-Try Dishes at St. Louis Kitchen
New to St. Louis Kitchen? Start with these ten dishes before you branch out.
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ORDERING TIPS
How to Order St. Louis Chinese Takeout Like a Pro
A few small habits that make takeout taste like it just came off the wok.
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LOCAL GUIDE
Family-Friendly Chinese Restaurants in St. Louis
How to pick a spot — and build an order — that works for the whole table.
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MENU GUIDE
St. Louis Kitchen Appetizers: A Menu Guide
Everything on our starter menu, explained, plus how many to order for a group.
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OUR STORY
The Story Behind St. Louis Kitchen
A family kitchen that's been feeding the Delmar Loop since 1994.
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EVENTS
Chinese New Year Specials at St. Louis Kitchen
Traditional dishes, their symbolism, and how to order for a Lunar New Year gathering.
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MENU GUIDE
Vegetarian and Vegan Options at St. Louis Kitchen
What's naturally vegetarian, what can be made vegan, and how to ask.
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MENU GUIDE
Understanding Spice Levels on Our Menu
A guide to our spicier dishes, and how to dial the heat up or down.
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LOCAL GUIDE
Best Lunch Specials in St. Louis
Why the lunch special is still the smartest order on the menu.
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CATERING
A Catering Guide for Your Next Event
Portion guidance, ordering timelines, and menu ideas for group events.
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ORDERING TIPS
Delivery vs. Takeout: What's Best for You?
The real tradeoffs between having it brought to you and picking it up yourself.
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MENU GUIDE
Customer Favorites: Our Most-Loved Dishes
What regulars order, and why it's stayed on repeat for decades.
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MENU GUIDE
Pairing Drinks with Chinese Food
From jasmine tea to a cold beer, how to match drinks to what's on the table.
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INGREDIENTS
Health Benefits of Common Chinese Cooking Ingredients
What's actually in the pan, and why several staple ingredients are worth appreciating beyond flavor.
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