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On historic Old Main Street

Salt + Smoke St. Charles

BBQ and patio season on Old Main Street.

The Upper Tier patio at Salt + Smoke St. Charles with yellow umbrellas

About St. Charles

Oh, hey! Welcome to Salt + Smoke St. Charles

Your home for award-winning BBQ on historic Old Main Street. Set along the cobblestone streets of downtown St. Charles, you’ll find us by our yellow awnings and the delicious smell of slow-smoked BBQ wafting through the air. We’re talking oak-smoked brisket that’s been going since before sunrise, cherry wood St. Louis-style ribs, smoked wings, pulled pork, and all the homemade sides your heart desires. All smoked and made fresh daily.

Our St. Charles patio is one of the best seats on Old Main Street (we’re definitely not biased), and on a summer evening there’s truly nowhere better to be with a cold drink, great BBQ, and your besties.

Every Monday through Friday from 3–6pm, join us for Happy Hour with discounted food and drink specials plus our exclusive Happy Hour BBQ quesadilla.

We do get busy, so be sure to join our waitlist (opens in a new tab) before you head our way. Street parking is available on the cobblestone streets and several large parking lots line the river nearby.

501 South Main St., St. Charles, MO 63301Get directions to Salt + Smoke St. Charles (opens in a new tab)

Besties, come eat here!

A little taste of St. Charles.

  • The Chicken Coop upstairs, set with gingham napkins
    The Chicken Coop
  • A Bestie Combo plate piled with brisket, ribs and sides
  • Sliced oak-smoked brisket with a bacon + cheddar popover
  • A Salt + Smoke margarita with a salted rim
  • The Birria BBQ Quesadilla, cut and stacked, with dipping sauce
  • An Oklahoma bacon cheeseburger with grilled onions
  • Creamed corn in a skillet
  • A warm dark chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream

Party with your besties

Book a private space.

Two private spaces at St. Charles for birthdays, rehearsal dinners, team outings and every reason to get your besties together. Our team handles the BBQ, drinks and service.

FAQ

Visiting St. Charles?

Anything else? Call us at 1-636-493-8090.

Does Salt + Smoke St. Charles take reservations?

We don’t take reservations at St. Charles, 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?

Parking on the cobblestone streets or in the large lots along the river.

Can I book a private event here?

Yes. The Upper Tier and The Chicken Coop are available for private events. Send a room reservation request to check your date.

Can I order online from St. Charles?

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