St. Louis is known for The Gateway Arch, Anheuser-Busch, Midwestern hospitality, and above all, boasting some of the most delicious food in the Midwest. One must-try of St. Louis is the famous toasted ravioli. Packed with meat or cheese, these “toasted ravs” or “T-ravs” are a St. Louis delicacy. For any WashU student looking to sample these treats for themselves, here are a few spots to get them on the Delmar Loop.

In Da Loop’s T-Ravs come with a garnish of parsley on top.

In Da Loop “Best Vibes”

Clearly a family favorite, In Da Loop was packed with families enjoying a laid-back Saturday lunch. Lined with retro-red diner booths, the restaurant felt like an Italian-inspired diner. Red LEDs adorned the wall, bathing the space in an intimate glow. There was even a karaoke machine that the staff invited us to use. This restaurant’s toasted ravs were piping hot, crunchy, and served with a smooth red sauce. The exteriors of each rav were crispy from the oven, and the dusting of parsley on top complimented their savory fillings. Great ravs for a great price!

Fitz’s toasted ravs embody a classic take on the St. Louis delicacy.

Fitz’s Delmar “The Classic”

The hustle and bustle of Fitz’s added to the good-spirited atmosphere of the double-decker restaurant. Seated at the upstairs bar, we watched root beer floats piled high with mounds of ice cream, wind through the tables to their orders. Fitz’s circular ravs, paired with a marinara dip, feel like the epitome of the classic toasted ravioli. The golden outside, the meat filling, and the sprinkling of parmesan on top make for a delicious and classic appetizer. 

Salt + Smoke’s raviolis have a distinct barbecue twist.

Salt + Smoke BBQ “Most Unique Flavor”

Salt + Smoke was an inviting and rustic restaurant, filled with the sweet scent of barbeque. This farmhouse-esque establishment offered two types of ravioli — Burnt End Toasted and Pimento Cheese. We ordered the fan-favorite Burnt End Toasted Ravs. These tasty treats were filled with bits of sweet and smokey barbeque ribs. They were also served with a tangy and garlicky white sauce. The flavor profile is what stuck out most — distinctly smokey, cheesy, and crunchy.

Writers’ Choice

Each restaurant boasted its own, uniquely delicious toasted rav, but one stood out to us in particular. We thought that the overall best ravs on the Delmar Loop belong to Fitz’s. This restaurant’s deadly duo — delicious sauce and crunchy crusts — earned it the number one spot in our hearts and our stomachs. If you don’t believe us, you’ll have to try it for yourself.