Knead Bakehouse + Provisions in Lindenwood Park specializes in sourdough

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One thing that gets us through the week is looking forward to a weekend cinnamon roll from this standout Lindenwood Park bakery. Knead specializes in sourdough that is made with an 11-year-old starter that imparts delicious, nuanced flavor to rustic loaves, brioche buns, brioche donuts and kolaches. Naturally, the sourdough is also the host for delicious breakfast and lunchtime sandwiches (try the ham and honey butter or the excellent club sandwich) and an accompaniment to salads like the spring garden (radish, hard-boiled egg, celery, fresh herbs and white cheddar). Aside from a few tables outside, Knead is takeout only.

3467 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, 314.376.4361, kneadbakehouse.com

The Sauce 75 is a photomosaic of the best in St. Louis dining in 2024. This list is a celebration of the diverse skills, techniques and culinary traditions that meet across our region. In sum, it tells a story about where St. Louis has been, where it is now and where it’s going next. Many great and good St. Louis restaurants have not made the cut. (Seventy-five is a lot fewer than you think!) Restaurants are constantly growing and evolving and go through ups and downs. Newly opened restaurants can take time to find their feet: There are a few exciting new places we’re cheering for, but which we feel haven’t yet fully hit their stride. Read the entire list here.