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Diners at Salt + Smoke Delmar Loop, with yellow awnings in the front windows

About Delmar

Oh, hey! Welcome to Salt + Smoke Delmar, the OG.

Located on the iconic Delmar Loop in University City, we’ve been serving award-winning BBQ to St. Louis since 2014. Find us by our yellow awning, the irresistible smell of slow-smoked BBQ wafting down the street, or just look for Chuck Berry’s statue, we’re right next door.

This is where Salt + Smoke was born. Where Tom and Haley first proved that great BBQ brings people together. Where the oak-smoked brisket, cherry wood St. Louis-style ribs, pulled pork, and white cheddar cracker mac became the stuff of St. Louis legend.

As our most famous location, we do sell out of our award-winning BBQ quickly. We smoke everything fresh daily and when it’s gone, it’s gone. Come in early or join our waitlist (opens in a new tab) to make sure you don’t miss out.

Besties, come eat here!

A little taste of Delmar.

  • Guests at tables in the Delmar dining room, with yellow awnings in the windows
    The Delmar dining room
  • A Bestie Combo plate piled with brisket, ribs and sides
  • Trashed ribs glazed and stacked on a plate
  • A Walnut Old Fashioned on the bar
  • A brisket sandwich with burnt end mayo and tobacco onions
  • Cherry smoked wings, trashed and sticky
  • Toasted ravioli with dipping sauce
  • A brown butter pecan bar with caramel and whipped cream

FAQ

Visiting Delmar?

Anything else? Call us at 1-314-530-6460.

Does Salt + Smoke Delmar Loop take reservations?

We don’t take reservations at Delmar Loop, but you can join the waitlist online (opens in a new tab) before you head over to save your spot. For groups of 12 or more, give us a call.

Where do I park?

Street parking and nearby lots on the Loop.

Can I order online from Delmar Loop?

Yes. Order online (opens in a new tab) for pickup or delivery.