Roper's Ribs

Ropers Ribs definately worth the trip. I was looking for fantastic BBQ and not some chain in St Louis. I found it. I spent less than $15.00 got some take out, got back to where I needed to be and was I happy I did. Rupees is only open a few days a week and only for select hours but the proof is in the food. First, the quantity for the price was way more than I expected. Then the quality of the food. Tender slow and low BBq that you can cut with a fork but still has the right firmness to it and is not falling apart. The flavor 100% still there. The owners were great to talk to and you can tell this is a labor of love. The love comes through on every bite. 100% recommend if your in town.

Definitely some of the best ribs I've ever had. You will need lots of paper towels and napkins but be prepared for the really incredible taste! The concept of "St. Louis style" ribs is certainly confusing because this city is known for barbecue and the most famous barbeque places in town are Texas style, Memphis style, or mix-matched with a variety of styles. I've been looking to get my hands on, let alone, understand true St. Louis style ribs...though hear me right, the famous places for barbecue in this city are absolutely incredible. After a lot of research, it had often gotten even more confusing because St. Louis style cut of ribs (very popular and common across the country) and "St. Louis style" are two very different things but seem to be often used accidentally interchangeably. I knew heavy on the special STL BBQ sauce and grilled is a huge part of the real style, yet I couldn't find this anywhere. But, in my research, it was eventually clear that Roper's Ribs likely had the real deal of this style. I visited. I ate. I was wowed. These fine folks are clearly the real deal go-to for authentic "St. Louis style" ribs and it's oh-so-very delicious! Unbelievable! It's also clearly a beacon of African-American culinary heritage of this city, on the map for many and unknown to others. Somebody needs to tell somebody about this place! They sure "roped" me in!

Tender brisket and perfectly cooked ribs. Ribs where on the bone and so tender a plastic knife cut through them. Im not a big fan of potatoe salad but ropers does it properly. You can quickly tell they have been smoking meats a long time, they have it figured out. I prefer my meat dry rubbed with sauce on the side. Their dishes come covered in sauce which is fine. Next time im there I will ask for the sauce on the side. Overall, great staff and amazing food.