The Bear Pit Bar-B-Que

I was intrigued when I saw the sign advertising Missouri style bbq. Outside this place had the look of a classic eatery.

Inside it looked like a historic house with a cute bear motiff.

Turns out Ben Baier started this bbq in the 1940’s.

I ordered the ribs and ribs with beef ribs and pork ribs. Beef rib was juicy with smoky flavor and some flavor and the dry rub. With a bit more dry rub I would have eaten them plain. I needed a bit more flavor so I added a little of the sweet sauce. There was also the original mustard based sauce and a spicy sauce available. Pork ribs were a bit hit and miss. The end pieces had a bit of carbonization.

The Bear Pit is the oldest bbq I’ve visited. It’s a nice change from the modern expensive places in my neighborhood. Service was good. I’d return if I was in the area and craving bbq.