Fuzzy's Taco Shop in St. Charles Has Closed Permanently

ST. CHARLES, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) According to the Google listing, Fuzzy's Taco Shop in St. Charles has closed permanently.  It appears to be a franchise location, leaving the other three in the St. Louis region in business to serve their customers.  We would like to know why they closed because the chain seems solid, with multiple locations in 18 states.

We always hate to see any restaurant close.  It is a tough business with many variables and moving parts.  With the staffing issues significantly created by the younger generation refusing or not needing to work, it has become increasingly difficult for the restaurant industry to function.

We wish te owners and employees good luck in their future endeavors.

Location:

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

2412 West Clay Street

St. Charles, Missouri 63301

Located in: Plaza Tire Service
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/fuzzys-taco-shop-st-charles-closed-permanently/

Mexican Barrel House Coming to Creve Coeur

CREVE COEUR, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Mexican Barrel House is coming to Creve Coeur, MO.  It was announced more than one year ago but appears to have been met with the city's support, but held back by the ridiculous process that has sadly become normal.

Nonetheless, it is located where the Houlihan's was located at Olive Blvd and Mason Road.  They will offer Mexican food and Mexican barbecue.

The owner is Alfredo Flores, who owns Casa Juarez on Dorsett in Maryland Heights, MO, which has been incredibly successful.  Flores has significant restaurant experience and talent in the restaurant industry.

The opening date has not been announced, but after seeing the facility, I'm guessing it might open in the spring of 2024.  Again, that is a guess, but we will find out more and revise this article to reflect the accurate date.

Address:

Mexican Barrel House

1085 N Mason Road

Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141


https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/mexican-barrel-house-coming-to-creve-coeur/

Still today, many restaurant owners ignore the online reviews that have become a leading factor for new prospective customers.

ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Every day, while visiting restaurant owners, we witness them ignoring online reviews and accusing the customers of wanting something for nothing.  Owners/managers need to review each review and check into the comments made before jumping to conclusions.  Or maybe they don't want to face their failures, so they disguise them?

Our experience shows successful restaurants have great customer reviews, while all failing restaurants have poor reviews.  This is not coincidental!

When starting this online publication, it was easy to see online reviews as the most influential factor among new customers.

That is why we focus on online reviews rather than writing things that are not true.  If a restaurant has bad or declining reviews, it suggests something is seriously wrong.  We are not arrogant enough to think that consumers care about our opinions.

We agree that some customers' expectations are not reasonable.  We also agree that some customers use reviews as a method of manipulation, but we see these as exceptions to the rule.

When Google decides which websites to show in search results, Google reviews are part of the ranking metric.  When comparing two websites that are restaurants and all things are equal, except one has poor reviews, Google will rank the site with higher ratings before those with poor ratings.  If owners/managers ignore these facts, you are earning the problems that have occurred on your watch.   I am just stating the facts!

If you have adequately well-trained staff, you will know that you have an unhappy customer before they leave and go home to publish a bad review.  That is the process, so you might want to learn from your mistakes and stop looking for consumers to blame.

Declining customer reviews are an early warning sign that needs to be monitored to discover the mistakes and make corrective actions.

We will write studies targeting restaurants with harmful and declining reviews in the future and follow the process.

You can look for this content in the Entertainment Category on STL.News.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/online-customer-reviews-attention-restaurant-owners/

Carretas Mexican Restaurant opens its second location at 1332-1366 Big Bend Road, Ballwin, Missouri.

BALLWIN, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) According to staff at the Creve Coeur location, Carreta's has opened its second location with a small limited staff.  After months of delays and seeking staff with no success, the management has thrown in the towel and opened by taking staff from its first location to share with the second location.

Carreta's first location is at 11939 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141.  The Google rating for the first location is 4.6 Stars.  Still, we will continue to monitor the ratings at both locations as we are interested in how splitting the staff will work, especially since the Creve Coeur location was struggling with service due to the shortage of workers.

They experienced problems opening the first location due to regulations and a shortage of contractors.

Ridiculous and excessive regulations by St. Louis County and the increasing deterioration of employees continue to plague the restaurant industry, with no end in sight, guaranteeing more and more failed restaurants.  Restaurants continue to close, while others continue to open, hoping the new social structure will correct itself.  Good luck with the plan.

Therefore, if you visit, please expect slight delays and be willing to be patient.  Naturally, we wish them luck and even frequent the Creve Coeur location, but there appears to be some lack of planning.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/carretas-mexican-restaurant-opens-second-location/

Wonton King Thanks its Readers for Voting It as the Best Chinese Restaurant in St. Louis.

UNIVERSITY CITY, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) As advertised in a Sauce Magazine article, starting in 2017 through 2023, the St. Louis Readers Poll has voted Wonton King as the Best Chinese Restaurant in St. Louis, MO.  Additionally, they were the first Hong Kong-style Chinese Restaurant in St. Louis.

It is operated by William Huynh and Ling Y. Dai,  a husband and wife team that works 24 hours a day together to obtain the highest customer satisfaction.

The business hours are simple but highly effective.  They open at 11:00 am each day and close at 9:00 pm seven days a week.

Location and phone:

8116 Olive Blvd.

University City, Missouri 63130

Phone: +1 314-567-9997

Website: AsianFoodSTL.com


https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/wonton-king-voted-best-chinese-restaurant/

Thai Kitchen - O'Fallon, MO - Food Establishment Health Inspection Report - 100%

O'Fallon, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) One of the most essential features a restaurant can offer its customers is safety, especially after the pandemic.  It is the most honest test of ownership pride.  We encourage people to visit the St. Louis County and St. Charles County websites to check establishments' Health Inspection Scores.  We provide links on the sidebars of our website for your convenience.

Thai Kitchen - O'Fallon scored another 100% on its Food Establishment Inspection Report performed by the St. Charles County Public Health Department at 12:45 on December 27, 2023.

The owner remodeled and expanded the seating capacity in December 2022, and it has proven to be a great choice.  It is ranked among the best restaurants in the region.

Thai Kitchen offers locations in the following neighborhoods:

- Florissant, MO

- O'Fallon, MO (this location)

- Maryland Heights, MO (will operate as Thai Mama when it opens)

- St. Charles, MO (recently remodeled)

- St. Louis, MO

- Wentzville, MO

CLICK to visit our corporate listing for Thai Kitchen.

Address & phone:

8632 Mexico Rd

O'Fallon, Missouri 63366

Phone: +1 636-281-2389

Website: LoveThaiSTL.com
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/thai-kitchen-ofallon-mo-food-inspection-report/

JANUARY 2024 – Candicci's Restaurant and Bar Live Music Schedule for January 2024.

BALLWIN, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Candicci's Restaurant and Bar in Ballwin, Missouri, has released its live music schedule for January 2024.  It has been known for its live music for decades.  Additionally, it is known for its holiday specials and catering services.

All musicians play from 6:30 - 9:30

** (unless otherwise noted) **

- 01/03 - Wednesday – Scott' n Karl

- 01/04 - Thursday – Anita Rosamond & Marty Abdullah

- 01/05 – Friday – Bryan Duckham

- 01/06 – Saturday – Bill Lynch

- 01/11 - Thursday – Scott' n Karl

- 01/12 – Friday – The Convertibles (Ron Sallee and Selena)

- 01/13 – Saturday – Charlie Selbert

- 01/17 – Wednesday – Scott' n Karl

- 01/18 – Thursday - Anita Rosamond & Marty Abdullah

- 01/19 – Friday – Matt Gagnepain (6:30 – 9:00)

- 01/20 – Saturday – Bill Lynch

- 01/25 – Thursday – Scott' n Karl

- 01/26 – Friday – Bryan Foggs

- 01/27 – Saturday – Charlie Selbert

- 01/31 – Wednesday – Scott' n Karl

Candicci's address & phone:

100 Holloway Rd

Ballwin, Missouri 63017

Phone: +1 636-220-8989
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/candiccis-restaurant-live-music-january-2024/