Officially crossed Japonais by Morimoto off the bucket list when Ken and I went for our anniversary a couple months back. My first impression of the atmosphere was a little off-putting…but the food was great. When we checked in for our reservation at 8:30, they asked us to head down to the “lounge” downstairs for…
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Pearl #29: Gluten-free at Hotpot Smoothie Shop
Have you heard of Hotpot Smoothie Shop? I hadn’t until a week ago, and I’m so sad that it took me this long. It opened about a year ago, allegedly. For the paleo, gluten-free, vegan, or vegetarian St. Louisan, this is a walk in the park. Located in Kirkwood near Geyer and Manchester, they are…
Pearl #20: Gluten-free at Drunken Fish St. Louis
Some people knock on Drunken Fish. But I’m not sure why. I’ve been there a dozen times and had only good experiences there. They are wonderfully accommodating for gluten-free, unlike some sushi places. And they have a great happy hour menu from 4-7 p.m., making it very affordable. A couple weeks back, I may have…
Pearl #15: Gluten-free at Tani Sushi Bistro
Tani Sushi Bistro in Clayton has been on my restaurant bucket list for a long time. With the closing of Miso in Clayton, I’d been extra keen to check it out. (You bet I just used the word keen.) With Ken in town last weekend, I finally had an excuse to visit. The verdict? Delicious…
Pearl #13: Gluten-free at P.F. Chang’s
P.F. Chang’s is a great, go-to option for the gluten-free diner in a bind. While a bit on the pricier side, the food is consistently delicious. If you’re craving Chinese food, this is your place. P.F. Chang’s is really the only place I trust in St. Louis to deliver on truly GF Chinese food (aside…
Pearl #10: Gluten-free at Mizu Sushi
One must never pass up a sushi opportunity. Especially if it’s in honor of your two best friends’ birthdays. My twin friends Hannah and Mallory celebrated their 2xth birthday at Mizu Sushi on Washington Avenue. Gluten-free sushi lovers, rejoice – this was by far the easiest sushi experience I’ve had. Mizu’s sushi menu is clearly…
