Whether it’s Mexican, Chinese, Thai or Cajun, we’ve all got an ethnic food we crave no matter how many times we’ve eaten it. Here are some of the best in Missouri. Grab a snack, because you’ll be hungry after this!
- Fork & Stix – St. Louis
Fork & Stix/Facebook This neighborhood Thai eatery specializes in traditional Northern Thai cuisine. Don’t miss the Khao Soi, a savory-sweet egg noodle curry soup. Address: 549 Rosedale Ave, St. Louis, MO 63112
- Spices Asian Restaurant – Kansas City
Spices Asian Restaurant/Flickr Here’s another must-try Thai spot. Spices Asian serves up homemade delicacies, including Pad Thai, Yellow Curry and Phad Grapow. Address: 2417 Burlington St, North Kansas City, MO 64116
- The Cabbage Roll – St. Joseph
Chris P./Yelp Called a “hidden gem” by the St. Joseph News-Press, The Cabbage Roll offers authentic German and Ukrainian fare—sausage, pierogies, jagerschnitzel and, of course, cabbage rolls. Address: 2641 Lafayette St, St Joseph, MO 64507
- Cafe Poland – Columbia
Jason P./Yelp Another Eastern European restaurant not to miss is Cafe Poland in Columbia. You’ll be dreaming of the pierogies long after you visit this cozy eatery. Address: 807 Locust St, Columbia, MO 65201
- Private Kitchen – St. Louis
Private Kitchen/Facebook In this tiny, authentic Chinese restaurant, diners must place their order when they make reservations. The planning is worth it—don’t miss the soup dumplings or Peking duck. Address: 8106 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130
- Los Cazadores – Rolla
Marco S./Yelp For memorable Mexican, check out Los Cazadores in Rolla. The burrito deluxe is a delicious (cheesy) winner. Address: 121 Hj Dr., Rolla, MO 65401
- La Bodega – Kansas City
La Bodega Spanish Tapas Restaurant/Facebook Bodega is basically foodie heaven—shareable tapas and the best in Spanish cuisine. It’s a winner all around. Address: 703 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
- The Greek Corner Gyros – Kirksville
The Greek Corner Gyros/Facebook You can’t go wrong with a gyro from The Greek Corner. This spot is rated the No. 1 restaurant in Kirksville on Trip Advisor. Address: 301 S Franklin St, Kirksville, MO 63501
- Das Stein House – Jefferson City
Shawn H./Yelp This Jefferson City establishment has been serving up authentic German cuisine for more than three decades. Address: 1436 Southridge Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
- Sameem Afghan – St. Louis
Connie C./Yelp Addicting is the only word to describe Sameem’s mouthwatering combination of spices and fresh ingredients. The Muntoo dumplings are especially delicious. Address: 4341 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
- India Clay Oven and Grill – Branson
Capi C./Yelp If you’re craving complex curries and delectable samosas, stop in at the India Clay Oven and Grill. Address: Vista Plaza, 2005 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
- Blue Koi Noodles & Dumplings – Kansas City
Blue Koi Noodles & Dumplings/Facebook Blue Koi offers some of the best Chinese noodles and dumplings in the area. The restaurant was even featured in Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Address: 1803 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO 64111
- Sergio’s Taqueria – Lake Ozark
Bryan H./Yelp Don’t let the casual ambiance fool you—Sergio’s is serious about tacos. Top choices here are Sergio’s burrito stuffed with carne asada and the taco al pastor. Address: 4824 Osage Beach Pkwy #4, Osage Beach, MO 65065
- Grbic – St. Louis
Grbic Restaurant and Banquet Hall/Facebook St. Louis is home to the largest population of Bosnians outside Bosnia. So a tour of the state’s top ethnic eats would be remiss without some Bosnian fare. Grbic in south St. Louis offers some of the best. Address: 4071 Keokuk St, St. Louis, MO 63116
- Chim’s Thai Kitchen – Columbia
Chim’s Thai Kitchen at the River/Facebook Delicious Thai food served out of a truck by the side of the Missouri river. Does it get any more perfect? Address: 11505 Smith Hatchery Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cafe Cusco – Springfield
Jay J./Yelp No need to head south for great Peruvian dining! Cafe Cusco in Springfield offers a wide range of ultra-fresh dishes, from ceviche to ancient Incan recipes. Address: 234 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803
- Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine – Cape Girardeau
Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine/Facebook Take your taste buds on a trip to New Orleans. Bring a friend or two, because you’ll have trouble deciding between the etouffee, jambalaya and red beans and rice. Address: 114 Main St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
- Bun Mee Phan – Kansas City
Bun Mee Phan/Facebook This is the first restaurant dedicated to banh mi sandwiches in Kansas City. Address: 4244 N Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64116
- La Vallesana – St. Louis
La Vallesana (The Taco Stand)/Facebook St. Louis’ Cherokee Street is teeming with awesome, authentic Mexican restaurants. One of the best is La Vallesana. The tacos are ultra-affordable and unforgettable. Address: 2801 Cherokee St, St. Louis, MO 63118
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Fork & Stix/Facebook
This neighborhood Thai eatery specializes in traditional Northern Thai cuisine. Don’t miss the Khao Soi, a savory-sweet egg noodle curry soup. Address: 549 Rosedale Ave, St. Louis, MO 63112
Spices Asian Restaurant/Flickr
Here’s another must-try Thai spot. Spices Asian serves up homemade delicacies, including Pad Thai, Yellow Curry and Phad Grapow. Address: 2417 Burlington St, North Kansas City, MO 64116
Chris P./Yelp
Called a “hidden gem” by the St. Joseph News-Press, The Cabbage Roll offers authentic German and Ukrainian fare—sausage, pierogies, jagerschnitzel and, of course, cabbage rolls. Address: 2641 Lafayette St, St Joseph, MO 64507
Jason P./Yelp
Another Eastern European restaurant not to miss is Cafe Poland in Columbia. You’ll be dreaming of the pierogies long after you visit this cozy eatery. Address: 807 Locust St, Columbia, MO 65201
Private Kitchen/Facebook
In this tiny, authentic Chinese restaurant, diners must place their order when they make reservations. The planning is worth it—don’t miss the soup dumplings or Peking duck. Address: 8106 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130
Marco S./Yelp
For memorable Mexican, check out Los Cazadores in Rolla. The burrito deluxe is a delicious (cheesy) winner. Address: 121 Hj Dr., Rolla, MO 65401
La Bodega Spanish Tapas Restaurant/Facebook
Bodega is basically foodie heaven—shareable tapas and the best in Spanish cuisine. It’s a winner all around. Address: 703 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
The Greek Corner Gyros/Facebook
You can’t go wrong with a gyro from The Greek Corner. This spot is rated the No. 1 restaurant in Kirksville on Trip Advisor. Address: 301 S Franklin St, Kirksville, MO 63501
Shawn H./Yelp
This Jefferson City establishment has been serving up authentic German cuisine for more than three decades. Address: 1436 Southridge Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Connie C./Yelp
Addicting is the only word to describe Sameem’s mouthwatering combination of spices and fresh ingredients. The Muntoo dumplings are especially delicious. Address: 4341 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
Capi C./Yelp
If you’re craving complex curries and delectable samosas, stop in at the India Clay Oven and Grill. Address: Vista Plaza, 2005 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
Blue Koi Noodles & Dumplings/Facebook
Blue Koi offers some of the best Chinese noodles and dumplings in the area. The restaurant was even featured in Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Address: 1803 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO 64111
Bryan H./Yelp
Don’t let the casual ambiance fool you—Sergio’s is serious about tacos. Top choices here are Sergio’s burrito stuffed with carne asada and the taco al pastor. Address: 4824 Osage Beach Pkwy #4, Osage Beach, MO 65065
Grbic Restaurant and Banquet Hall/Facebook
St. Louis is home to the largest population of Bosnians outside Bosnia. So a tour of the state’s top ethnic eats would be remiss without some Bosnian fare. Grbic in south St. Louis offers some of the best. Address: 4071 Keokuk St, St. Louis, MO 63116
Chim’s Thai Kitchen at the River/Facebook
Delicious Thai food served out of a truck by the side of the Missouri river. Does it get any more perfect? Address: 11505 Smith Hatchery Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
Jay J./Yelp
No need to head south for great Peruvian dining! Cafe Cusco in Springfield offers a wide range of ultra-fresh dishes, from ceviche to ancient Incan recipes. Address: 234 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803
Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine/Facebook
Take your taste buds on a trip to New Orleans. Bring a friend or two, because you’ll have trouble deciding between the etouffee, jambalaya and red beans and rice. Address: 114 Main St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Bun Mee Phan/Facebook
This is the first restaurant dedicated to banh mi sandwiches in Kansas City. Address: 4244 N Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64116
La Vallesana (The Taco Stand)/Facebook
St. Louis’ Cherokee Street is teeming with awesome, authentic Mexican restaurants. One of the best is La Vallesana. The tacos are ultra-affordable and unforgettable. Address: 2801 Cherokee St, St. Louis, MO 63118
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