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The Shaved Duck

BBQ Joint and Bar$$$$

Tower Grove East, St Louis

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The Shaved Duck

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Ranked #5 for BBQ joints in St Louis
"plus maple, walnut bacon, smothered fries, duck & BBQ!!"(20 Tips)
"Get the duck confit and the loaded potatoe wedges....KIller!!!!"(6 Tips)
"fries w/ Pulled rib meat and home-made cheese sauce"(3 Tips)
"Try the Smoked Meatloaf - Smoked meatloaf - root beer glaze."(3 Tips)

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Philip GreenFebruary 16, 2018
Great food, service — GO! I am very impressed with service and timing, especially coming on Friday at 12:15pm.
Lee FulmerJuly 23, 2016
Agree that the smothered fries are a MUST along with the Mac and Cheese. I would say anything with their pulled pork would also be a win! Such good food and service!
Catherine LMarch 29, 2015
Wait was incredibly long but very much worth it. Excellent food, tremendous service. From drinks at the bar to French pressed coffee at the end. plus maple, walnut bacon, smothered fries, duck & BBQ!!
Go! MagazineApril 25, 2013
Fries Taste Test: The porky meat on Shaved Duck's smothered fries is excellent — but the flavor of the actual fries got lost in all the other stuff. Also: They coulda and shoulda been a lot hotter. Read more
FernMarch 27, 2015
I love it here! Warm, lively, fun with delicious soul warming food!Ribs are a favorite but so many options that will leave you wanting more await.Staff ensures you enjoy your experience on all levels!
Scott MontgomeryJuly 1, 2017
OMG. The family trip to Branson,Mo.. we extended to St.Louis for the arch and ate here for BBQ fare per Triple D recommendation. It was well worth it. BBQ was spot on.
B. Kyle BassFebruary 7, 2011
Been here 10+ times
One of my favorite places in the city. I recommend the Big Jimmy Sampler for a first time there (it's enough food for two). Don't miss out on the smothered fries or the mac 'n cheese.
Jacqui HoodApril 7, 2017
Fast service and excellent BBQ (I had a tri tip sandwich and my husband had the half rack of ribs). I highly recommend if you are in the St. Louis area.
Riverfront TimesNovember 24, 2014
The walnut and brown sugar-encrusted bacon and the slow-smoked duck breast with cherry juniper jam showcase the decadent Southern inspired menu. Read more
Michael MorganSeptember 10, 2018
Been here 5+ times
One of the best restaurants in St. Louis! Good alcohol menu, amazing food, trans friendly restrooms, and occasional live music! What more could one want?
Gloria ChinFebruary 24, 2014
get the baked apple with pulled pork, bacon, & pistachio butter, smothered fries w/ Pulled rib meat and home-made cheese sauce, smoked meatloaf w/ root beer glaze
Dianne CartyJuly 23, 2018
Smothered fries are great, they subbed Brussels sprouts for fries for me while I'm on a diabetic diet. Duck confit was nice, just the right consistency. A little overpriced, overall good ambiance.
Louis RussellSeptember 13, 2014
The Duck Pot Pie is one of the best entrées I've ever had. The cuisine and atmosphere of this local establishment is unmissable.
Rob SzydlowskiOctober 19, 2018
Creative dishes featuring house made bbq meats. Had the pulled pork flat bread and would recommend it. Only thing I noticed as needed is a mustard sauce.
Ed HoffmanJuly 22, 2018
Great beer and bourbon selection. Get the Smothered Fries no matter what else you do.
Riverfront TimesAugust 4, 2014
Fans of the original Shaved Duck menu should know that the beloved duck confit and duck-fat frites remain. Read more
Nick MagoteauxDecember 20, 2011
Very good food!! All tips left. Are correct, have all items mentioned and wasn't disappointed. Had plenty of food to take home and was pleasantly surprised with the bill. Highly recommend!!!
Chai OdomMay 5, 2015
This place is a great hidden gem! Everything here is amazing. The duck jalapeno chilli was delicious.
Alana CrutchfieldAugust 26, 2012
Amazing food and atmosphere. Food smoked to perfection and side dishes that seemed if they were prepared out of your great grandmothers kitchen! 5 stars!
Mary BillettJune 26, 2013
Order the sampler if its your first time. Oh, and show up early! Very crowded even on week nights.
Heather DavidsonApril 28, 2013
Amazing food! I recommend the smothered fries, brisket sandwich, and you have to get the gooey butter cake topped brownie!
Riverfront TimesSeptember 17, 2013
You must try the pulled rib meat layered over hand-cut fries that just so happen to be smothered in cheese sauce made in-house. http://bit.ly/1eGtVqK
Amy BarringerAugust 14, 2014
Live music and delicious ribs. Good variety of drinks and the descriptions in the menu are a great read!
Amanda MeeksNovember 2, 2015
The tri-tip is is so tender it melts in your mouth. Plus the mac & cheese is to die for!
Phil MillerAugust 20, 2016
Great meal, great service. A little noisy as the room is really crowded. Food outstanding.
Chris BensonDecember 5, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The food never disappoints here. I eat till I am in pain almost every time. Beer and wine list is impressive and reasonably priced. Holly is the best server/bartender I have ever had.
Kelsey RobertsApril 22, 2014
Smothered fries and burnt ends are the way to go. Beer is a little overpriced but food is amazing.
24 Hour Food GeekJanuary 15, 2019
Smoked chicken wings. #24hourfoodgeek Follow us at http://24hourfoodgeek.wordpress.com
Quentin HendricksApril 19, 2019
Try the ribs. You won't be disappointed. Really enjoyed the live music as well.
JB FLOYDJune 24, 2019
Greens rock! Mashed potatoes fantastic.
24 Hour Food GeekJune 13, 2015
Try the Shrimp & Grits - Shrimp & grits - sautéed shrimp, jalapeño cheddar grits. Shaved duck (via @Foodspotting)
Heather LoehrMay 26, 2013
So good. Had the sampler platter, very good but WAY too much food. Try the fries on the apps. So good!!
Megan MartinAugust 7, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Smoked meats are delicious! Live music Mon-Thurs and an awesome craft beer menu.
Shouvick BasakDecember 4, 2015
Amazing food. Had the burnt ends and the duck confit flatbread.
Eric VenkerAugust 20, 2014
Great wings and the meatloaf sandwich was killer. Short but good beer list.
Daniel DoellingJanuary 6, 2016
Goodness, even the flippin' bun on my pulled pork sandwich was amazing.
Riverfront TimesMay 10, 2013
We are excited to have the Shave Duck representing the STL- They will soon be featured on Food Network!
David BrightJanuary 9, 2014
Visited here on a business trip and have a great time with awesome food. Smothered Fries!
Matina AngelopoulouSeptember 20, 2014
We tried the baby ribs with mac& cheese and they were delicious!!!!!
24 Hour Food GeekJune 13, 2015
Try the Smoked Meatloaf - Smoked meatloaf - root beer glaze. Shaved duck. (via @Foodspotting)
Parker GibsonNovember 5, 2014
Jalepeno cream corn is the best side there. Always go for the duck plate.
Kelly RufferFebruary 9, 2015
Hour wait was totally worth it. Try the Tri-tip sandwich!! Mouthwatering.
Bridget Cabibi-WilkinJune 19, 2013
No duck at lunch, but meatloaf sandwich was tasty. Brisket doesn't have much flavor before you add sauce (which is good), but it's nice & juicy, not all dried out like smoe places.
Joshua FearsJanuary 29, 2020
The tri-tip is very tender. Mashed potatoes are mouth-watering.
Amanda KellyDecember 10, 2011
This is my favorite place to eat in STL! Smothered fries & duck confit pot pie are heavenly
Adam HickeyJuly 30, 2015
People are right: the smothered fries are great. Stay away from the cornbread.
Emily KOctober 21, 2012
Small and intimate, go early to avoid the wait! A great find.
Curt MarquisJune 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Best BBQ in St louis! Excellent service and the kitchen is full of awesome.
Maurice HarrisJune 22, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The Smothered Fries and Brisket are amazing!
JonathanMay 6, 2015
Great food and service. The burnt tips are fantastic.

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