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Restaurants & Food across the St. Louis metro

Inclusive and diverse-owned restaurants & food businesses across the St. Louis metro, not just the city itself.

5 listings5 LGBTQ-owned2 Women-owned

St. Louis kitchens are spread along the neighborhood corridors, from Cherokee Street and South Grand to the Grove and the Delmar Loop. Bosnian, Mexican, Vietnamese, Ethiopian and Southern cooking all show up, in dining rooms, counters, trucks and caterers. Several of the smaller rooms close two days a week, so check the day before you go.

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4 Hens Creole Kitchen
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4 Hens Creole Kitchen

St. Louis, MO

4 Hens Creole Kitchen brings the soul of New Orleans to the heart of St. Louis. We are a woman-owned, Black-owned restaurant founded by four friends and family who moved to St. Louis together and turned a shared love of cooking into a home for real Creole food. Executive chef Brandi Artis leads the kitchen alongside co-owners Brittany Artis, Ebony Evans, and business manager Brittani Gardner-Evans. The four of us are the hens the name honors, and every plate carries a little of who we are. We cook the traditional flavors of Creole food with a modern twist. Everything is made from scratch, right here, from our sauces to our seasonings to our signature Creole cream sauce. Come hungry and start with our Creole Toast, Fried Green Tomatoes, Slapp'n Shrimp, or a basket of Chicken Dawlins. Our mains are built to comfort: Shrimp n' Grits, po' boys stacked high, salmon croquettes, and the crowd-favorite Swamp Thang. Little Chicks keeps the kids happy, we keep vegan guests in mind, and no visit is finished without a bowl of N'awlins Bread Pudding. Chef Brandi got her start in Kansas City and spent years running Simply Delicious Bartending and Catering in Chicago before bringing that experience to St. Louis. She credits this city's own historical ties to Creole and New Orleans cooking as part of the reason it felt right to open here. As she puts it, cooking is just what makes people happy, what brings people joy, and that spirit shows up in the way we feed our guests. You will find us inside the City Foundry STL food hall at 3730 Foundry Way, a lively, family-friendly space where every area is wheelchair accessible, from the entrance and parking lot to the restrooms and seating. Grab a table with friends, bring the whole family, or order to go and take the flavor home. Whether you grew up on Creole cooking or you are tasting shrimp and grits for the very first time, there is a seat and a warm plate waiting for you. We built 4 Hens to be a place where everyone is welcome, and we would love to share a little New Orleans joy with you.

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MoKaBe's Coffeehouse
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MoKaBe's Coffeehouse

St. Louis, MO

We are MoKaBe's, South City's queer owned and operated coffeehouse, sitting at the corner of Arsenal and Grand right across from historic Tower Grove Park. For years we have been the kind of place where you can settle in for the whole afternoon, whether you are cramming for an exam, catching up with old friends, or just needing a warm mug and a window to watch the neighborhood go by. The rainbow flag out front is not decoration. It is a promise that everyone has a seat at our table. Our coffee is made with locally roasted Chauvin coffee, and we pour it every way we know how. Order a classic latte or cappuccino, try our house Flagstaff with espresso and coffee together, warm up with a London Fog or a chai, or cool off with a Vietnamese iced coffee, a specialty iced latte, or an ice cream shake or float. If you need a jolt, our Zinger and Mudslide have you covered. We serve breakfast and lunch daily, and we take real pride in feeding everybody. That means plenty of vegan and vegetarian options right alongside our heartier plates, plus a rotating case of delicious desserts for whenever you have earned a treat. Breakfast runs every morning until noon, so there is no rush to catch it. Comfort here is not just about the food. We are fully accessible, with ramps, seating, and restrooms designed so that getting in and getting settled is easy for everyone. Out back you will find our dog-friendly patio, because a good coffeehouse should welcome your whole crew, four legs included. More than a cafe, we have always thought of ourselves as a gathering place and a home for community. This corner of St. Louis has room for study groups, first dates, activists, artists, parents with strollers, and folks who just want somewhere kind to be. That spirit is baked into everything we do. Find us Tuesday through Sunday from 8 AM to 3 PM. We are closed on Mondays so our team can rest and come back ready to pour you something good. Stop in, grab a cup of Chauvin, and stay a while. You belong here.

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Bubby's & Sissy's
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Bubby's & Sissy's

St. Louis, MO

Alton's longtime LGBTQ+ bar, a judgment-free home for drag, dancing, and community just minutes from St. Louis.

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Neon Greens

St. Louis, MO

LGBTQ-owned salad restaurant / local greens in St. Louis.

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Sugarwitch

St. Louis, MO

LGBTQ-owned, women-owned ice cream sandwiches / dessert shop in St. Louis.

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Where they are across the St. Louis metro

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Restaurants & Food in St. Louis: questions people ask

How many restaurants are listed across the St. Louis metro?

Five right now, in St. Louis. The list grows as businesses are recommended, checked and added.

What makes a business inclusive on Inclusivity.org?

Every listing shows why it is here, with a source you can check: the owner's own statement, a public listing such as a chamber directory, or a recognized certification. Some are owned by the communities they serve and some are allies who welcome everyone. We never list someone's identity without a source.

Do restaurants in St. Louis take reservations?

Many do, and plenty are walk-in only. Some kitchens here are takeout, catering or food-truck operations with no dining room, so check how each one takes orders before you go.

How can I ask about allergies or dietary needs?

Call ahead rather than asking at the table, and ask how the kitchen handles cross-contact, not just whether a dish contains an ingredient. Small kitchens are often very accommodating when they know in advance.

Is it free to be listed?

Yes. A basic listing is free, and owners can claim and update theirs at any time. Featured and Enhanced listings get more room on the page, and being listed never depends on them.

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