Roper's Ribs Inc
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Customer Reviews (25 reviews)
MOJOrita
on Citysearch Apr 19, 2010I have lived in Jennings for over 25 years. I've have heard people talk about Ropers day in and day out but never ever attempted to go purchase any of their food. I wasnt really fond of the location but the officers I work... (more)
sassyjk
on Citysearch Jun 07, 2009Last year and this year we went on an RV road trip just to eat at BBQ places and find the best....last year Ropers was by far the best and this years trip we had to go back and its still the best even after trying a bunch of new... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 07, 2009Last year and this year we went on an RV road trip just to hit BBQ places and find the best....last year Ropers was by far the best and this... (more)
deanfrommn
on Citysearch Dec 11, 2008I live iin Minneapolis and commute to St Louis. The trips can get tedious but one thing I always look forward to is Carl's ribs and Denise' cheerful smile. There are no better ribs, anywhere!!!! And the Ropers take... (more)
MerchantAccountMan
on Citysearch Dec 01, 2008We had come to St. Louis for a Rams game, and wanted the best St. Louis style ribs in the area. I read the previos reviews, and they were all true. The best ribs i have ever had. I used to work for a Famous Daves and had thought... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 17, 2008Great ribs in a plain package! I punched Ribs in my GPS near the St. Louis Airport and found this jewel just a few miles away in a neighboo... (more)
thebluemachine
on Citysearch Sep 16, 2008I saw so many great reviews on here that I wondered if someone was posting under different names... but I went to check Roper's out for myself and realized why it has such a devoted following. It all begins with the... (more)
rocwell
on Citysearch Jul 28, 2008My father was in from Colorado and said he wanted to try some of the famous St Louis ribs he's been hearing so much about. We took him to Roper's Ribs and they did not disappoint. The ribs, rib tips, riblets, and shrimp... (more)
kevdonelly
on Citysearch Jun 29, 2008It's worth every minute of the 20+ minute wait for food here, but don't let that stop you!!! I've eaten a lot of BBQ in my life and Roper's is PERFECT!!! It was so good I visited twice in two days, having different items... (more)
thefted
on Citysearch Jun 10, 2008This is the best place in St. Louis to get ribs. I ordered the St. Louis style ribs and was stuffed for the rest of the day. I highly recommend Roper's Ribs if you're in St. Louis or if you're a fan of barbecue.... (more)
moostache
on Citysearch Apr 30, 2008A worth while stop on our journey from NYC to SF. Carl makes some mean barbecue and he doesn't hesitate to tell you all about it. We put ourselves at Mr. Roper's mercy and ordered two helpings of the baby back and shrimp... (more)
BentRiver
on Citysearch Feb 25, 2008This is the real deal for BBQ. The owner can speak at length about the care that goes into producing the best BBQ around. The product speaks for itself. I ordered the STL style ribs which were tender and had the best... (more)
barry_mn
on Citysearch Dec 22, 2007This place was an experience that any que lover should experience. We were driving through st louis on our way to southern illinois and I looked on this website to find a ma and pap place to try some real st louis que, and... (more)
jgosha3
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2007Holidays are upon us and some of us will attempt that big meal. Although I tried, i couldn't take credit for the tender, tasty, smoked turkey, I served last Thanksgiving . I am seeking a repeat performance. Think about... (more)
mrmooney
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2007Some people believe Bar-b-q is an art form, others say it's a science. Carl Roper has a PhD in the art of Bar-b-q. A tiny 4 table storefront in a well worn St Louis neighborhood, Mr and Mrs Roper serve a technically... (more)
ribmaniac
on Citysearch Jul 19, 2007I've had ribs lots of places, lots of great recipes, family restaurant and otherwise - and I am here to tell you that finding ribs of this calibur is like finding a needle in a haystack. Should you be so lucky as to chance... (more)
porschephile
on Citysearch Jul 18, 2007Traveling from Los Angeles to Kansas City, St Louis and Memphis for the sheer pleasure of devouring the best of BBQ from these quintessentially BBQ Joint Havens, my wife and I were bowled over by the quality, service,... (more)
haven4444
on Citysearch Oct 23, 2006This is BBQ done right. The meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. Buying shrimp in a BBQ joint? Don't be afraid this the most tasty morsels that I have ever placed in my mouth. If your looking for atmosphere this... (more)
stlfoods
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2006Roper's has the Biggest Rib Tip in Saint Louis, and the best ribs. Great carry-out. Convient location, minutes away from the new Northland Shopping Center. (more)
kitc
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2006I have been eating at Roper's for years and it always amazes me. The Jumbo fried shimp & all of their fish is hand breaded & cooked to order. Back in the day I used to eat Sara Lous shrimp all the time. After they closed, I... (more)