Bogart's Smokehouse

Hands down the most delicious BBQ. I got the ribs which were so tender and juicy and delicious. I also got the beans and fire ND ice Pickles as my side. The husband got smoked wings, they looked and tasted great. My son got a pulled pork sandwich with apple sauce and chips. He enjoyed trying all the different sauce options. The service was great. The lady was super nice and brought us as many sauces as we wanted and to go containers for leftovers. We sat outside. It was a beautiful day. Make sure you go early as they start to run out of things as the day goes on. I definitely recommend.

What a find! I asked my Lyft driver for a local joint that had good BBQ! Bogart’s rocked it! The smoked turkey was the best I have ever had. The beans and deviled eggs potato salad were 5 star!

Great BBQ! Plenty of food and great prices! Atmosphere is a 4 just for the reason of not much seating but for the age of the building and how cool things are we will DEFINITELY return every Cardinals game we go to!

Worth a walk from the Arch, but I’ll take a cab back. 😉 Briskey burnt ends were sold out at 1:00. I had the brisket slices and turkey, and each was very good. I’m. It used to thin sliced brisket, but it’s delicious. The Cole slaw, potato salad, and beans were also very good. It’s farther from my Arch-area hotel, and worth the trip.

My friend and I were reviewing all the barbeque places that people recommended and reddit rated this place better than another so we came down right after our flight. The staff was super friendly and helpful and the food, let's just say my ribs were devoured AND the sides were gone! The pickles were a great combination of sweet and had a little kick. The beans were delicious as well. The ribs were good on their own but try it with their sauces and it elevates it. Stop by if you have a chance when you're visiting because I guess they run out of certain items later in the day. When we went they were out of a few items like an hour before closing.

The most tender and melt in your mouth burnt ends you've ever had the pleasure of tasting. Buttery moist. Velvet texture. Low and slow tenderness. The beans were great with their earthy flavor and plenty of shredded brisket mixed in. Wednesday at the 10:30 opening time I had no wait. Burnt ends sell out in the first 30 minutes, everyday. Friendly owners that are proud of their product and longevity of the business.

They were out of brisket and burnt ends at 1 pm so I got the pastrami platter with potato salad and pickles. It was solid, liked their Voodoo sauce. Next time I’ll try the BBQ.

What a barbeque place! I was roaming around Soulard with my mom and came across this amazing place. The menu is not extensive, as you can imagine in these places, but the options are mighty. We asked for 1/2 slab with two sides, baked beans and slaw. It was great, although I saw that most plates being served included baked beans and egg salad, so I assume it should be great. (I forgot to take the photo before eating half of our plate 😉) Also, my mom asked me to say that the restroom was very clean.

We ordered this for our team lunch. You have to order through Yelp to get delivery if you try to order through the website, they do not offer delivery and it's a different menu. I had gotten the pulled pork sandwich with deviled egg, potato salad, and beans. The potato salad was very delicious. The baked beans are also good but I will say they had a kick to them as there's a lot of pepper but still highly recommend. I did add notes in each of my orders as well as special request and none of that was met with so that's unfortunate Otherwise, it was a great order and very impressed. Highly recommend ordering from here.

When the restaurant is only open from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM from Tuesday to Saturday, you definitely know the food is SPECIAL! Hands Down the Best Ribs I had in STL!!!! Moist and Lip Smacking Delicious. The Meat was Fall off the Bone and Every Single Bite was Bliss. Ordered the Full Slab and 1/4 Beef Brisket. Sides were potato salad and pickles. Bogart reigns as the RIBs King!

Best barbecue in St. Louis: locally owned, small neighborhood storefront, and great tasting barbecue with the BEST sides to enhance its meat offerings. The pulled pork and smoked turkey were standouts for me (try the turkey with the cranberry barbecue sauce; it's savory with just a subtle taste of cranberry flavor). The vinegar based cole slaw was crisp and flavorful, and perfect to put on top of the pulled pork and a slice of plain white bread. The brisket was tender and portions were large enough to have leftovers for brisket & eggs the next day....basically we loved everything we tried! So much so, I ordered extra turkey and baked beans to take home to my boyfriend who (unfortunately for him!) couldn't join us. The only other feedback I have (though it's really just a selfish wish lol) is that they served jalapeño cornbread and blackberry cobbler...if I put it out into the universe, maybe it'll happen? Though I'm not sure I would've had room to eat it anyway!

Quality in demand. Wasn't able to get anything other than the Pulled Pork Sandwich, due to being "Sold Out" on everything else. Which I didn't love, can only feel less welcome by this service. Makes me feel that I time too shall Bogarts be un-availibe. To bad, cause the food does taste good. Small little corner store, overcharging if you ask me.

So I had really never been to Bogart's before today but the food is the same quality and deliciousness I have had dozens of times from Pappy's and Dalie's. It was after 2pm so they were sold out of some things. I ended up getting a pulled pork sandwich with the Sweet & Sour Slaw and the Fire & Ice Pickles. Everything was great! Maybe the slaw was a touch dry. Pappy's and Dalie's have better side dishes. Of course I'll be back!

Great little BBQ spot you know it's going to be good if they are sold out of pastrami at noon ordered pulled pork and brisket with potato salad and beans

I go to Bogart's for the best-tasting ribs in the world. Their ribs feature a slightly sweet glaze with a hint of apricot -- so delicious I skip the sauce. The ribs gift you two dishes in one due to how they are cooked. The glaze on top of these ribs is sightly charred, caramelizing the sugars and creating a chewy layer that leaves me slowly peeling and devouring it with eyes closed. Underneath that caramelization is a, pardon the term, moist, juicy layer of meat that perfectly counterbalances the caramelization. Oblivious to the juice running down my beard, I swap between the layers of caramelization and juicy; occasionally gnawing on some bone for that last bit of meat, knowing I'm tasting BBQ heaven. The friendly owner and staff are efficient at getting you your meats. It has that classic BBQ joint atmosphere, but remember it is not a huge space so you may need to get your meat to go at peak times. If you want to be sure to get your favorite dish, come early, as high demand means they sometimes sell out.

Located in historic Soulard neighborhood, Bogart's is a great place to visit. Their ribs are where it's at! They have 4 flavors of sauces, but the rub on the ribs is so great, I ate them dry. Great support staff too!

Bogarts is part of the Pappy's Smokehouse family, open by a cousin of Pappy's. There are small differences between the two, Bogarts doesn't have a fryer, Pappy's has chicken, and Bogarts has turkey. Bogarts also takes their ribs one step further with an apricot glaze and a finishing torch to get that shine and crisp. The ribs were juicy and pulling away from the bone. Even the fat and cartilage clinging to the bone was great. You can season them up with BBQ sauces named for the owner's family members, Sweet Maegan Ann is the owner's daughter and Mad Maddie is an adventurous niece, I also liked the spicy Voodoo sauce. The best burnt ends I had in St Louis were at Bogarts, and I tried them everywhere. Peppery, juicy, fatty, smoky, meaty. You could taste garlic and a slight sweetness. I didn't understand why people love burnt ends until I had these. The potato salad is mustardy and eggy. The barbecue beans were full of pulled pork. It's a small place. I went right as they opened and within minutes there was a line out the door, so come early if you want to eat at a table.

St. Louis has a plethora of incredible BBQ restaurants; however, Bogart's--a small local joint just off Soulard Park--stands atop the competition for one main reason, the ribs. Cooked to perfection and featuring one of the best glazes I've ever had, simply a must try for those in STL area. I cannot comment on the rest of the menu as I've never swayed from my original order, but it hardly matters as the ribs are worth the visit alone. Portions are generous and service is efficient, in fact, the only 'negative' I can think of are the limiting business hour. However, that is simply a reflection of the immense demand which leads me into my closing statement--come sooner rather than later as certain dishes tend to sell out!

This Texas girl heard that St. Louis makes the best ribs in the US. I had originally marked Pappy's down as my top visit in STL. However, when I read that Bogart's originated from Pappy's but added an apricot glaze to the ribs I was intrigued. After getting to the rental car I just set the GPS to Bogart's. One thing that surprised me was the quick wait, in Texas a place like this would have at least an hour line. Once I got my hands on the ribs I admired that apricot glaze. Those ribs are fall off the bone, sweet, finger licking good. I have never in my life put down a half rack of ribs until now. The sides are on the smaller portion size so order accordingly. The potato salad had a hint of mustard and creamy texture. The slaw was more vinegar based and sweet, which paired well with the ribs. If in STL don't miss Bogart's.

Best ribs I've ever had! Being retired military, I've been able to sample ribs from almost everywhere. NC, SC, TX, MO, HI and beyond. Pull off the bone tender. I don't like "fall off the bone" tender bc then what is the point of bone-on meat? Don't add any sauce until you've tried them. Bark is fabulous! Very consistent in flavor and texture. Get there early bc they will run out of something you want! Try the Fire and Ice Pickles. Very different, very yummy! Food is served quickly in this small cozy restaurant. The Sweet Meagan BBQ sauce is excellent!

I definitely needed to be rolled out of here. The food came out quickly. Beef and pork were so tender! The staff were incredibly attentive and nice and I mean every single one of them. When they ask how the food is, if you're enjoying it, it feels so genuine. It might be a little tough if you're with more than 4 people trying to sit inside but there are tables outside with umbrellas. 1 meat platter was enough for me and I took leftovers. Go!

Not just the best bbq I have had in St. Louis, the best bbq I have ever had. Took the family there for lunch after church today, and split a special with a rack of ribs, 3 sandwiches and 4 sides. Toms of food for less than we would have spent anywhere else. Everything that we got was delicious! The smoked turkey was my favorite, while my wife and son raved about the ribs. Sides were good, especially the baked beans. LOADED with pepper! Service was quick and everyone was nice and helpful. Yeah the place is small and the food sells out sometimes. These aren't negatives, just things you should know if you want to bring a large group or have your heart set on a specific thing to eat!

We came here after leaving a really long line at another BBQ spot on Friday at lunch time and were pleasantly surprised by a very short line and quick service. We ordered the pulled pork and half slab of ribs with sides (slaw, potato salad, beans). The ribs were fantastic and flavorful, but the pulled pork was a bit bland by itself and needed to be dipped in sauce. The sides were what you would expect. Overall a great, quick BBQ spot in St. Louis!

Bogarts 4.5/5 Sugarfire 0/5 Pappy's 5/5 Bogarts has pastrami which we didn't see anywhere else, so we tried that. Very good! The ribs are also very good but Pappy's is just a tad better. Bogarts was a little more difficult to get to via public transportation, but it's doable. We came at 3 (they close at 4) on a weekday and it was empty. Same coleslaw as Pappy's (we were told they have the same owner) which is vinegar base with cabbage and apple. Great compliment to the rich bbq. I did need some sauce on the ribs here and there but nothing close to Sugarfire (tough and dry).

Bogarts lives up to the hype. in St. Louis, I gather that barbecue aficionados shoes between Pappys and Bogart as they go to. Bogart was excellent. The location was very cool, and the staff extremely accommodating and friendly. They certainly went out of their way to meet my needs as my visit was a stop on the way to the airport. The burnt ends sandwich was great! I was able to eat and enjoy every morsel, and did not have to spit out any overcooked, charcoal like pieces. I've read other reviews commenting on the light smoke flavor and agree. While I prefer the heavy smoked flavor, I still give a 5 star. I've yet to try my ribs, potato salad and beans. None the less, based on the location, available items to purchase and take away including TShirts, dry rub, three BBQ sauces and more, staff friendliness, staff service, and the excellence of the burnt ends - 5 stars it is.

Visiting St Louis and I looked up bbq places to go and Bogart's came up on the list. So GOOD! I'm very picky about my bbq and this is top tier hands down. The staff was friendly and accommodating which was a bonus. We got the brisket, pulled pork, and pastrami by the pound to go. Everything was juicy, and flavorful. The pastrami and brisket were the stand outs for us. But all was good. No conversations were had while we were eating this. And you know a place is good when the locals are lining up before they open.

I had high hopes for this place based on reviews and specifically the comments about lines that can be out the door and certain items selling out early in the day, unfortunately, it didn't hit for me. First, the woman at the front who took our order was not friendly, or particularly helpful which is immediately off putting. We ordered a few different items and I would recommend the burnt ends and trying the deviled egg potato salad and the baked beans. I was excited for the corned beef and the brisket, but they were chewy/tough even though sliced very thin, I couldn't enjoy eating it and ended up wasting at least half of both orders.

Driving cross country, we were FAMISHED. Exhausted. Dying. I ran to yelp to find a local BBQ place, and this was the first place to pop up that was along our route. Trailer in tow, we found a place to park and walked a few blocks to Bogarts. Our food was delicious and hit the spot. The baked beans, *chefs kiss*. I don't know if I'll ever come back but if I'm ever back in St Louis, this place will be on our list!

If you like BBQ, this is the place to visit. A small BBQ joint, with big flavor. Bogart's is smaller than I imagined, you walk in and you place your order and grab a table. Our food was delivered in what seemed like minutes. We ordered Pulled Pork Sandwiches and Beef Briskets . They come with 2 sides, and we tried beans, sweet and sour slaw and apple sauce. They have a variety of sauces on the table . The meats were tender, juicy and flavorful. The beans were a bit spicy, but very good. The sauces ranged from sweety, tangy to spicy. I heard they are owned by Paddy's ! We did not stop to take pictures before we ate, but the food was very good. I would definatly recommend.

I had heard of this place somehow - so I decided to try the place. I'm glad I did; as I enjoyed the lunch, along with my conversation with one of the owners. This owner lady certainly seemed a humble and genuine person. And my guess is (she) works her restaurant quite a few hours - because she cares about her business. - Pork ribs: There's something about the ribs, I sure enjoyed on this day. Though these ribs were in their way to being over cooked, I don't mind them being more cooked...so they're not all chewy and (don't) come off the bone. They rubs had a great rub which accented the pork nicely. They had (4) sauces or so, On the table. I cannot tell you what they tasted like - as I didn't use them. Or it's better said: I didn't have to use them. This is a good thing in my mind - as the meat should stand on its own. - Burnt Ends: Bogarts rendition of burnt ends is a bit of a different take. First off, they trim most all the fat cap from the brisket. Not sure why...as that renders down, crisps up and makes a true burnt end...but...that is their preference. But then, there's a drizzle they use over the burnt ends....that the owner told me what it was...but I'll (not) say. I liked the burnt end, for something a bit different. - Pit Beans: These beans start being a real good pit bean. Has bits of meat in the pit beans. And I'd say there's little doubt, those beans are sitting beneath the smoked meats...gathering the juices from the meat...and getting their own kiss of smoke from the smoker. - Potato Salad: They serve a traditional mustard/egg/pickle based potato salad. It was very good - but if I was going to make suggestion: add some touches of sugar...:as it would smooth the taste and that somewhat tart after taste. Summary: I would suggest skipping the Sugarfire BBQ or the Pappy's...I find this place to be real good and better than either of those places. Bogarts - make the trip to Bogarts.

It's all about the ribs! Best St. Louis-style ribs in St. Louis. The rest of the meats are good, but not amazing. If you're here for the brisket, you'll find it a bit on the chewy side and lacking that smoked crust. Service is quick and folks are super friendly!

Busy! But totally worth the wait! The food is great, I'm a Pappy's girl and my other half wanted Bogart's so we gave this a try and I have to say this is right there with Pappy's! I love pulled pork and he loves ribs so we had both and both were fantastic!!! In fact, they were so good I forgot to take pics..... Next time I will take a pic for the review....

Food is amazing. Go early to have the best selection. Ribs go fast and I wonder they are good! Service and staff is amazing!'

The best bbq - loved it come before 11 to get the burnt ends before they run out. The ribs are heavenly. Right across from the Soulard market

We came here after an intense rock-climbing session, so our appetites were through the roof. Parking was not too bad and it was only a quick walk to the restaurant from where our cars were. The restaurant was a small comfortable place, with a modest amount of seatings. It was a counter service, so there was no waitstaff. Unfortunately, when we got there around early afternoon, they were already out of the burnt ends and the beef brisket, which were basically the things that I wanted the most. I ended up ordering the pulled pork platter with a side of Bogart's beans and deviled egg potato salad. Overall, the meal wasn't too bad. However, because I came from Texas, the bar is incredibly high and unfortunately I did not think this place met that high bar. The pulled pork was okay but required a lot of additional sauce to bring it up. (The sauces were pretty good, and there were many options to pick from). The hallmark of a good pulled pork, in my opinion, is that it can be tolerated well without any additional accoutrements. The sides themselves were also decent. The beans were a nice sweet, salty and smoky flavor and the potato salad was a nice creamy consistency. While it was nothing to complain about, per se, it was also just about average. However, for the price point of $16+ I was expecting a little bit more, both in terms of quality and in terms of serving sizes. Maybe the beef brisket and the burnt ends were better and that's why they ran out of them in the first place but unfortunately I can only review the dish that I was able to order. Overall I would say this was a positive experience because of the vibes and the group that I was with. However, I would only give this place 3/5 stars.

I love this place. It is hands down my favorite barbecue spot in all of St. Louis. Stopped in on a Saturday not long after open and ordered ribs, tritip, pit beans and deviled egg potato salad. Service is always and was on point on this visit. You can't ask more of the team at Bogart's. The ribs are heads and shoulders above all St. Louis spots. Perfectly seasoned, perfectly smoked and the apricot glaze they brush on at the end means they don't need sauce at all. They are the perfect baby back rib. I've been here so many times and they never miss. The tritip was great. Good beef flavor, tender and moist. Couldn't ask for better. Sides aren't my thing but what I ordered was great as well. The deviled egg potato salad is likely the best potato salad I've ever eaten and the pit beans are just sweet enough and perfectly cooked. Go to Bogart's and it'll become your favorite barbecue spot in St. Louis as well.

Best ribs I've ever had in my life. You can pull it apart easily and you don't need any sauces. The Burnt Ends and brisket sandwich are also excellent. Service was really fast. I got my food before I could even sit down. There are some outdoor seating with umbrellas for shade.

Found this restaurant near the Arch and Busch Stadium. Lots of metered, street parking available. Restaurant is small and unpretentious. We were seated right away and just made it before the lunch crowd, which was starting to form a line outside. Service is quick. One of the most savory pulled pork I've had. Melted in my mouth. Brisket was tender and juicy. Both BBQ products did not need any sauces. Just plain delicious!! Unique vinegar based coleslaw was crunchy with the perfect balance of vinegar and salt. Pitted Baked Beans were borderline salty but still very good. I believe the owner was the man who came around each table and asked how the food was and it seemed there were frequent customers as he greeted them by their names. Really good customer relations and service. Would definitely go back if we were in the area.

Food and service is always flawless. I either order the burnt ends or the ribs along with the egg potato salad and the baked beans...so good! I always order carry out. It's my favorite spot for general market bbq (aka "not black owned" ). I have other preferences for that. That usually comes with the sauce on it where places. Like Bogart's has the sauce on the side. All depends what I'm in the mood for. Bogart's is the front runner in this area and I've tried all of the competition. They pull ahead because of the sides.

The pulled pork sandwich was the best that I've ever had! Great friendly staff and speedy service.

First I have to say service was great the lady who took my order was friendly and the wait was brief for carry out. To the food! The sides are top tier the deviled egg potato salad was addictive and the homemade apple sauce was dessert worthy. The meat was dissatisfying to say the least. The brisket was sliced thin and wide with hardly no bark and hardly any smoke flavor and the pulled pork was gamey and lacked any flavor except salt. The bbq sauce "sweet" was absolutely necessary and pretty tasty

Fast, tender and tasty. Try the fire and ice pickles- they're sweet with a hint of heat.

Omg....We all really enjoyed our Wednesday lunch @ 12:30 pm. There wasn't a line. After we left there were people eating outside. We got the sampler with a full rack or ribs, 3 sandwiches, and 4 sides. The ribs were delicious 11/10. The sandwiches were good especially the pulled pork. We really enjoyed the baked beans and potato salad. The coleslaw was ok. The service was very fast once you ordered at the entrance. There is metered parking @ $1.50 an hour. It takes quarters or credit cards. We met the owner who was very nice and making sure everyone enjoyed their food.

The food was very delicious and juicy! I had a beef brisket sandwich. The beans were also very flavorful and had some meat mixed in. The service was very fast for us. Before our whole group finished ordering and got our drinks the food was coming out. There were seating options outdoors, with small and large table options inside.

I am from Los Angeles and this place was recommended to me by a couple MLB Players... I was a little skeptical at first but wow!!! This place is awesome. Great food, reasonably priced, etc. I'll be back in St. Louis next season, unless the Cards make the playoffs then I'll be back sooner!!! I'd recommend Bogart's to anyone looking for good BBQ!!

Really enjoyed this place and I don't usually eat barbque. I had the burned end sandwich and potato salad and pickles. Enjoyed it all. Recommend that you get there early as they sell out of things often.

Ordered takeout to enjoy back in Chicago with friends. Slab of ribs was amazing with its apricot glaze. Also enjoyed brisket, pulled pork and tri-tip sandwiches. (They were out of pastrami) Great sides of potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw and pickles. As a special treat we were sent home with a jar of Bogarts Smoke House Sweet Maegan Ann BBQ sauce. To go orders need to be picked up by 3 p.m.

Yuuuuuuumy. Finger-lick-in' AWESOME. Friendly service with a smile. MUST HAVE: 1/2 rack with brisket or pulled pork. DO NOT forget the BAKED beans!! TIP Street parking coin operated meters. For some reason it did not except my quarter but didn't accept dimes and nickels. Go figure

A times, the sides get a back seat. Not here. The sides are also a home run. Parking is challenging. Know that going in. The good thing is it's an excuse to stop by Soulard market. I ordered the ribs and brisket. Both were great with the ribs being the winner. Brisket was lean. I also tried the burnt ends and Turkey. Both were delicious and worth an order next time. The baked beans and potato salad are a must get. There's convenient seating outside. Highly recommend.

Great little place for some delicious barbecue. It is so convenient after a day of shopping produce row at Soulard Market. They were extremely busy, and there was a line formed waiting to get in. The place is small, but they have some outdoor seating as well. We got our food relatively quickly After we finally got in to order. I got the brisket platter, which comes with 9 ounces of brisket, and two sides. I selected the baked beans and the deviled egg potato salad. I was a little disappointed with the brisket. It didn't have a lot of flavor, And it wasn't very tender, in fact, it was quite chewy. My sides were excellent though. They're baked beans have hunks of meat in them and they are very flavorful as well as the potato salad. She got the pulled pork sandwich, Which also comes with two sides. She picked the same beans, but opted for the fire and ice pickles. They are a blend of sweet and spicy flavors. They are just dill chip type pickles. They were very flavorful. Their menu has the typical barbecue fare on it. Along with the brisket and pulled pork, they have burnt ends, turkey and tri tip. It's definitely worth giving it a shot if you're in the area. I'd go back.

We came in at 1p and it was busy but no wait! They were already out of burnt ends :( we ordered tri-tip, brisket, and pulled pork. Pulled pork was the best!! Brisket is a little thin and dry. Sides were limited We later learned that Bogart's is best at ribs. Gosh we missed out. Super friendly staff and down to earth restaurant! It was a easy walk to Soulards Farmers Market after lunch.

Absolutely amazing! Bogart's Smokehouse serves the best BBQ ribs we've ever had. The ribs are incredibly soft and juicy, cooked to perfection with a flavor that lingers deliciously. The friendly and welcoming staff make the experience even better. If you're a BBQ lover, Bogart's Smokehouse is a must-visit. Top-notch food and service!

You'd be hard pressed to find better ribs anywhere in St.Louis and that's a fact. Come early if you want burnt ends, they sell out quick!! Pound for pound you can't go wrong with Bogart's BBQ in a city with amazing bbq, so that means something.

My favorite ribs in Missouri, the apricot glaze is really tasty. Small shop with friendly, efficient, and fast service.

Hands down, best ribs I've ever had. Fall off the bone. Perfect amount of rub, thick smoke ring, and that delicious tang from the apricot glaze. Beans were well seasoned and tangy, with a good amount of sweetness. The pickle slaw was tasty.

Love this spot and for good reasoning! The bbq is absolutely delicious here and so are all the sauce. The pastrami with mustard was great as was the tri tip with horseradish. The baked beans here are some of the best I've ever had. I loved the potato salad too. Come early because they do run out of meats.

I'm not much for BBQ but this place is really good. Had a really tasty lunch, got a chance to chat with the owner, and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Worth a try, and this is coming from someone who's really not into 'cue...