Taste of St. Louis returns to Ballpark Village Aug. 2-4 with over 40 restaurants, vendors and live entertainment

St. Louis' biggest tasting event is back better than ever, doubling the size of its Restaurant Row

One of the most anticipated foodie events of the season, Taste of St. Louis, is back at Ballpark Village at 601 Clark Ave. in downtown St. Louis this weekend. The three-day food festival will go from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4. 

After record response last year, St. Louis' largest tasting event announced they are doubling the size of Restaurant Row, now spanning two parking lots across Ballpark Village, with over 40 local eateries and a sizzling "Spice Wars” theme with guests encouraged to vote for their favorite dishes.

The list of participating restaurants includes returning local favorites like Hi-Pointe Drive-In, Salt + Smoke and Pizza Head as well as newer offerings like Amaizing Arepa and Juan Taco. Other restaurant attendees include Kimchi Guys, FUFU n’ Sauce, Maize and Wheat and many more. Vendors will offer full entrees as well as smaller plates for visitors who want to try multiple restaurants. 

There will also be live music by Haulin' Oats and Push the Limit. Live DJs include Ahmad The Prophet, Deks, Kriggles and Diesel in the Mix.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the website.