Where to Eat in Imperial: The Best Restaurants and Bars

April 14, 2018 Janette Largent

Imperial is a census-designated place (CDP) in Jefferson County, Missouri, United States. The population was 4,709 at the 2010 census. It was originally known as West Kimmswick, and is roughly 25 driving minutes south of St. Louis. St. John's Church is a historic parish church located within Imperial.
Things to do in Imperial

1. The Dough Depot

216 Market Street, Kimmswick, MO 63053 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Reservations, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible American, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Brunch +1 636-464-9339
Excellent
72%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 85 reviews

The Dough Depot

Reviewed By Gail R - O'Fallon, Missouri

Small place. Church pews and tables. Chili tastes like steak & shake chili. Pretzel sandwiches interesting. Lots of choices.
1/2 soup & 1/2 sandwich $6.99
Soup $3.99
Dessert $2.99
Coffee $1.99 delicious

Probably cost 1/3 of what it cost to eat at Blue Owl....however the desserts are not as spectacular.

Recommend and would go back.

2. The Blue Owl

2nd and Mill Stree, Kimmswick, MO Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Outdoor Seating American, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Breakfast 636-464-3128
Excellent
44%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
8%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 224 reviews

The Blue Owl

Reviewed By rscherff23 - Imperial, Missouri

Fast,friendly service.Accepts cards.Big portions.Reasonably priced.Left stuffed for under $40w/tip.A must if you’re ever in Kimmswick, MO.I recommend the apple stuffed French toast.My rating 3/3-?

3. Frankie Gianino's Grill and Bar

1209 Main St, Imperial, MO 63052-3852 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations American, Bar, Italian Lunch, Dinner +1 636-461-2020
Excellent
62%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 83 reviews

Frankie Gianino's Grill and Bar

Reviewed By Cellowu - Chicago, Illinois

Friends brought us here during our visit to try St Louis Style Pizza - a thin crispy crust pizza topped with Provolone/Swiss/Cheddar cheese and other toppings of your choice. We have never had this style of pizza before, but we all like it. We did not order other entrees on the menu, but we did try several appetizers: the fried pickle chip is very delicious. We will come back if we are in this area again.

4. Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery

6116 2nd Street, De Soto, MO 63052 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Reservations American Breakfast, Lunch SGD 13 +1 636-464-3128
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 54 reviews

Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery

Reviewed By juliag553 - Niagara Falls,

Good food, friendly service, quaint restaurant in quaint town. We make it a point to meet and eat at the Blue Owl once a season.

5. Ginny's Kitchen & Custards

7022 Us Highway 61/67, Barnhart, MO 63012-1530 Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible Lunch, Dinner +1 636-467-3929
Excellent
67%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

Reviewed By Stunner81 - Herculaneum, Missouri

I've had ice cream from this place many times and it's some of the best I've ever had. They have a variety of ice cream treats but their concretes are amazing. They also have a full menu with burgers, chicken sandwiches, burritos and sub sandwiches. They are a small restaurant but have great food. Definitely recommend.

6. Kenny's Bar and Grill

7045 US Highway 61/67, Barnhart, MO 63012 American +1 636-464-5559
Excellent
33%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 9 reviews

Kenny's Bar and Grill

Reviewed By sjpotter77 - San Diego, California

Have been here a few times and consistently am impressed by their pizza. Beware Imo's lovers-not the same sort of cheese but good food and great pizza. Drawback that brings down the review is that smoking is allowed. I have no problem with the smoking but it does stick on you when you leave. Otherwise great place and tend to carry out their pizza and wings when I don't want to smell of smoke.

7. Texas Roadhouse

806 Arnold Commons Dr, Arnold, MO 63010-2164 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Steakhouse Dinner, Lunch +1 636-282-7427
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

Texas Roadhouse

Legendary Food, Legendary Service

Reviewed By Sandra G

My husband and I frequent the Arnold and St. Charles Texas Roadhouse restaurents and they are both outstanding. Nice friendly staff, quick service, we have tried several items and so far everything on the menu is great. The steaks are perfection rgardless of the location. I enjoy my meal and my leftovers the next day.I would highly recommend anyone in the mood for great steaks and other items go to Texas Raodhouse - you will be glad you tried it.

8. Bob's Drive-In

5166 Us Highway 61/67, Imperial, MO 63052 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Fast Food Lunch, Dinner +1 636-464-1959
Excellent
66%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Bob's Drive-In

Reviewed By Aaron B - Imperial, Missouri

Hadn't been here for dessert and wasn't disappointed. My wife ordered the strawberry shortcake sundae and I opted for the turtle sundae. She said hers was great and the cake was fresh. Mine was very yummy too, although the chocolate shell (magic shell?) got a little thick at times.

They have several other things I'd try, so I'll definitely be back. :)

9. Smokee Robinson's Cajun Smokehouse

102 Mill St, Kimmswick, MO 63052-2400 Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available American, Cajun & Creole, Barbecue Lunch, Late Night, Drinks, Dinner SGD 10 - SGD 39 +1 636-223-0713
Excellent
69%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
9%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Smokee Robinson's Cajun Smokehouse

Reviewed By Diamonddave206 - Arnold Mo.

Stopped by in the evening for supper and really was not impressed. Food was good but service was off. Many seats available and not very many customers. Waiter placed us side by side with two other couples and the tables were so close we had...MoreIt seems the intimate nature of our Historic Building (circa 1895) was unpleasant for you. Maybe next time you can sit outside on our brand new deck instead. It triples our seating capacity so you should no problems there!

10. Harter Bakery

4050 Jeffco Blvd, Arnold, MO 63010-4214 Takeout American +1 636-464-6767
Excellent
79%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 26 reviews

Harter Bakery

Reviewed By enjoylife49 - st. louis, mo

they made my daughters wedding cake, It was Beautiful and delicious, so moist and the frosting not overly sweet. the best part is that they are very reasonably priced for the cake that we had made would have cost double at the bakery that won tlc next cake boss, and their cake was not good. I would highly recommend the drive to them they will definitely do a great job for you.

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