Mac’s Local Eats has some of the best burgers in St. Louis

Sauce 75: the essential St. Louis restaurants right now

Locals who love burgers know that Mac’s has some of the best in town with its uber-thin smash patties and wide array of toppings. Having moved to several locations around the city since its launch in 2017, Mac’s seems to have settled in its current home near the south side of Forest Park. The double pimento cheeseburger is a solid selection, and you must pair it with a side of the Rip fries, which are coated with Old Vienna Red Hot Riplets seasoning. The classic burger is another great option, but Mac’s menu caters to a wide audience with a veggie burger, smash burger tacos and even – albeit only on Sundays – a doughnut burger.

5656 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, 314.393.7713, macslocaleats.com

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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.