Private Food Tasting Walking Tour in Saint Louis Downtown
Satisfy your culinary curiosity with a private tour that takes you on a flavorful journey through some of the city's most beloved dining spots.
What to order at Blues City Deli
- The dish to know
- Po-boys and muffulettas
- Editor tip
- The muffuletta and the po-boys are the orders; arrive before the lunch rush. Live blues plays on some afternoons.
CuisineStreet food
Price$
Neighborhoodbenton-park
HoursMon-Sat 10:30-15:00, closed Sun
Phone+1-314-773-8225
The dishPo-boys and muffulettas
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Tip: The muffuletta and the po-boys are the orders; arrive before the lunch rush. Live blues plays on some afternoons.
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