These 10 Missouri Towns Might Be Tiny But Their Restaurants Are Fantastic

Small towns in Missouri offer exceptional dining experiences with a local feel.

You don't necessarily have to head into the big city for amazing food. In fact, I'd say these small towns hold their own when it comes to delicious dining compared to the likes of Kansas City and St. Louis. There also tends to be more of a local feel as you'll run into fewer tourists at these places.

1. The Dough Depot - Kimmswick

The population of Kimmswick is less than 200 people, but when it comes to delicious restaurants, they're not messing around. The Dough Depot serves sandwiches and burgers on amazing pretzel buns, which makes it a game changer for sure.

Address:

216 Market St.

Kimmswick, MO 63028

2. Sebree's Restaurant - Mountain Top

Chef Brian Boultinghouse creates amazing dishes using locally raised and processed pork and beef. So not only will you be supporting a local business owner, but local farmers as well.

Address:

202 US Hwy 63 Greentop, MO 63546

3. Catalpa - Arrow Rock

Catalpa is regularly featured in Feast Magazine and was most recently awarded Restaurant of The Year for 2015. Not to mention, they are also home to 2015's Chef of The Year. Due to limited seating and high demand, make sure to call ahead and secure a reservation beforehand.

Address:

510 High St.

Arrow Rock, MO 65320

4. J. Gilbert's - Des Peres

If you're craving a hearty steak or some 5-star salmon, head on over to J. GIlberts in Des Peres. I guarantee that you won't regret treating yourself on this one.

Address:

West County Center

17A W County Center A102

Des Peres, MO 63131

5. Smokey J's Deli & Pizza - Marshfield

This pizza and sub shop may sound simple enough, but they really go out of their way to go above and beyond when serving these classic favorites.

Address:

111 S Clay St.

Marshfield, MO 65706

6. Justus Drugstore - Smithville

Don't let the name fool you. This drug store is actually a full-service restaurant that serves mouthwatering farm-to-table New American delicacies.

Address:

106 W Main St.

Smithville, MO 64089

7. LeMaire's Seafood - Sedalia

For some of the best fried catfish in the state, head on over to LeMaire's in Sedalia.

Address:

3500 W Broadway Blvd.

Sedalia, MO 65301

8. Arandas Mexican Restaurant - Salem

Highly authentic and overwhelmingly delicious. This is one Mexican restaurant in Missouri that you don't want to miss out on.

Address:

1000 S. Main St. Salem, MO 65560

9. The Vineyards - Weston

The Vineyards Restaurant may look homey on the inside, but on the inside they serve up some pretty fancy, bistro dishes.

Address:

505 Spring St.

Weston, MO 64098

10. The Cove Restaurant & Bar - Boonville

The Cove has the laid back perks of being a bar, but with the high quality food you'd find in a fancier restaurant.


Address:

514 Ryan St. Boonville, MO 65233

Does your small town have a restaurant that's worth sharing with other Missourians? Share it with us in the comments!

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