Friday Food Critic: Magpie's Cafe

Tell us what you think of Magpie's for a chance to win a $10 gift card.

When it comes to restaurants, St. Charles has it covered. We have some great local places that many would consider community gems; we have some restaurants that aren't exactly mom-and-pop but are unique to the area; and we certainly—for better or for worse—have plenty of chains lining our main streets. But what we don't have is a consistent food critic to tell us what's good and what's not.  That's where you come in. We could throw some money at a professional food critic, but that's not exactly what Patch is all about. We'd much rather know the opinion of the fine folks that eat there day-in and day-out. It's your community. You eat the food. You tell us if it passes the mark. That's why we are introducing The Friday Food Critic, where …

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Chowdown Showdown

Poll: Chowdown Showdown Soup Challenge

Vote for your favorite soup from this week's Chowdown Showdown finalists in the poll below.

For this week's St. Charles County Patch Chowdown Showdown, we asked readers where they go for the best bowl of soup in the county. Thanks to everyone who submitted their votes by commenting in our article. Five St. Charles County establishments were nominated:   You can cast your vote for your favorite among the finalists by submitting your answer in the poll below.  Voting will continue through 5 p.m Thursday. Check back Friday morning to find out who has been chosen as this week's Chowdown Showdown Champion for having the best soup in the county. After you've voted, be sure to tell us in the comments' section below why your favorite is the best. And if you think we missed a great place to get soup in this week's Chowdown Showdown, let …

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