What to order at Grace Meat + Three

Must order
The fried chicken and a rotating trio of vegetable sides.
Editor tip
It is counter service; the half chicken plus three sides feeds two. Smoked meats sell through, so come early on weekends.
CuisineSoul food
Price$$
Neighborhoodthe-grove
HoursWed-Sun 11:00-20:00, closed Mon-Tue
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Must order: The fried chicken and a rotating trio of vegetable sides.

Tip: It is counter service; the half chicken plus three sides feeds two. Smoked meats sell through, so come early on weekends.

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Address: 4270 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110

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