In a small town more than an hour south of St. Louis is a little barbecue joint that has been pleasing crowds since 1946. Ewald Buchheit returned to Perryville, Missouri after serving in the U.S. Army as a chef during World War I and opened Ewald’s Bar-B-Q. Last year Ewald’s celebrated their 70th anniversary, they are the oldest family owned and operated restaurant in Perryville. Find out why over five generations of locals have been returning to Ewald’s year after year.

Located in downtown Perryville, Ewald's has been serving up their signature bbq sandwich for over seven decades.
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In addition to barbecue sandwiches you can find awesome griddle-top burgers.
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Customers love their home style slaw and potato salad. They make both from scratch from an original recipe.
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They also serve chicken and fish sandwiches. Regardless of what you're craving they've got something on the menu for you!
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Looking for someone to take care of your holiday meal? Ewald's can hickory smoke a turkey or ham for your family meal.
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Don't forget that the perfect accompaniment to any barbecue sandwich or burger is an old-fashioned chocolate malt.
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In addition to great old-fashioned service and classic eats, Ewald's also supports the community thourgh fundraisers and family events! You really can't ask for a better place to stop by for a bite.
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Take the road less traveled and head to Perryville for great food and fantastic service at a restaurant that cares about it's community.
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You can find Ewald's at 18 E. North St., Perryville. For more information visit their Facebook at here.

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