St. Louis continues to enrich its culinary landscape with a variety of new restaurants and food trucks, offering residents and visitors an array of dining options to explore.
New Restaurant Openings
Robin Restaurant
Located on Manchester Road in Maplewood, Robin Restaurant is the first solo venture of internationally acclaimed chef Alec Schingel. The establishment offers a prix fixe menu featuring multiple small courses that reinterpret Midwestern cuisine. Robin is open for dinner from Tuesday through Saturday.
CAVA Mediterranean Grill
CAVA has expanded into the St. Louis area with its first location in Cottleville. The 2,900-square-foot restaurant provides a bright dining environment and offers customizable Mediterranean bowls and pitas with over 17 billion possible combinations. A second location is planned to open in Des Peres later this year.
Jekyll & Hyde
Set to open in the Delmar Loop, Jekyll & Hyde presents a dual-concept dining experience. The upper level features a vibrant Mexican-Latin restaurant, while the lower level offers an intimate steakhouse setting. Soft openings are scheduled for mid-May, with a grand opening planned for May 22.
Food Trucks to Watch
Lomito Bonito
Bringing a fusion of Chilean and Colombian street food to St. Louis, Lomito Bonito serves sandwiches like the Lomito and Churrasco, along with empanadas and plates such as Chorrillana. The truck’s schedule varies weekly, with updates available on their Instagram page.
Fire & Ice Cream Truck
Operating from a vintage 1946 Ford fire truck, the Fire & Ice Cream Truck offers Serendipity Homemade Ice Creams and novelties. Regularly appearing at events like 9 Mile Garden and Food Truck Fridays in Tower Grove Park, the truck is also available for private events.
Duchess Rose Royal Street Food
Specializing in gourmet loaded fries, burgers, and handcrafted eggrolls, Duchess Rose Royal Street Food caters to a variety of tastes, including vegan and vegetarian options. The truck frequents local events, pop-ups, and festivals throughout the area.
St. Louis’ dynamic food scene continues to evolve, offering a rich tapestry of flavors and experiences for all to enjoy.