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2 years ago

Had the coolest time here on a Friday night! It was packed even during a snow storm. Definitely be sure to add yourself to the Yelp waitlist as lines can get up to one hour on weeknights and weekends. The fireplace gave it a super cozy vibe, and I loved how it's underground and feels like an upscale hidden gem. The food was all delicious, definitely recommend the marinara sauce, and the truffle fries. They're a must have. The tiramisu, caprese salad, and cannellini bean dip were good too. read more

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Lexy K.

2 years ago

Always excellent service and ambiance! Enjoyed an espresso martini - it was one of the best I have had in stl! I hadn't been since October and I was sad to see the risotto I liked was gone. I tried the asparagus risotto and it was just OK. I wish there had been more chicken options instead of so many pork options. Overall still a good experience, I will definitely be back! read more

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Kassandra N.

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Best happy hour. Margherita pizza and burger with truffle fries were like $9 and the best I've had in STL so far. Victoria was an awesome waitress! read more

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Elizabeth F.

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We decided to try the restaurant last weekend, we had a pretty late dinner around 10pm, but it was great!! We got on the waitlist and we're seated right away! The food was amazing. My favorite was the truffle fries, you can't go wrong. We also had the shishito peppers as an appetizer, and it was an interesting take with red pepper pesto! I opted for the lemon ricotta ravioli (delicious), and my boyfriend got the risotto! Both were equally tasty and we would like to come back for the parpendelle!!! We had a great time, the service was great, especially for us coming in so late (they close at 11pm). It's located at the Cheshire hotel, which parking was a little sparse, but there was also a big event going on in Forrest Park. read more

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Amber L.

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chris z.

2 years ago

Super busy on Fridays, so expect to wait an additional 10-20 minutes to be seated. Some of the items on the menu were great while others were a hard miss. Overall it was a decent experience - the atmosphere was illuminating and the staff were very professional and polite. read more

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Corey L.

3 years ago

Makayla did her thing, we had a fantastic happy hour service so shout out to her! We love Basso! Thank you Makayla! read more

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St Louis magazine recently released a list of "10 best places for Pizza in St Louis". Im not quite sure how or why, but included on this list was a nationwide chain. That didn't seem right! A friend, and fellow pizza aficionado agreed we needed to do our own research and make our own list! Enter "Basso", which fell #7 on the list made by St Louis magazine. Im gonna go ahead and tell you, the owner of this place should be rightfully offended they fell below the national chain. This place has a nice charm about it. A spiral staircase leads to a dimly lit, cozy, bar and restaurant that looks perfect for date night or upscale cocktails and dinner with friends. I was surprised they were decently busy at 530p on a Tuesday. There was a nice buzz of conversation, but the restaurant wasn't loud. I sat at the bar for a beer as I waited for my friend. The bartender was super friendly and attentive, and they had a decently diverse tap list. Onto the food! My friend being a traditionalist went the make your own route, and ordered pepperoni and sausage. Id settled on the "emo cover band" long before I got there. Immediate points are given for ANY place that gives me strips of bacon as opposed to bits. The toppings were fantastic as is the crust! They brush the crust it seems with a butter, that makes it enjoyable to the last bite. The only negative you'll hear from me is I felt the sauce to be a bit thin. Aside from that I can see why Basso earned its spot on a list of best pizza in St Louis. Ill be back to try other offerings! read more

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Amber L.

Thanks for visiting, Kevin! Glad to have made your list :) Come back…

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Lauren H.

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One of my favorite restaurants to go to!! My favorite thing to order are the crispy meatballs but they recently changed them- and I must say they are definitely not as good as they used to be. My boyfriend and I were pretty disappointed the last time we went! They now coat the meatballs in cheese which makes them hard on the outside, they are pink in the inside, and it seems they have changed the meat, the sauce, and I guess pretty much everything about them! They were so perfect before. Their truffle fries are super amazing as well as their pepperoni pizza with the honey drizzle. It's an excellent restaurant if you're just going for drinks! The vibe is just there (you'll understand once you visit) My only complaint with the bar is that they would not let me order my usual go to order- a spicy martini! read more

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Hailey S.

3 years ago

I was immediately impressed when I came here. I love the warm, dim lighting that provides a romantic and inviting atmosphere. The service from wait staff is somehow both casual and upscale. The food is phenomenal and meant to be shared. Great for both dates and small groups. read more

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Daniel N.

1 year ago

5 out of 5 stars! Are you a heterosexual on a date? Basso's is the place for you. The food is legit good. Ask for Alecc. He's a snack, an approtizer, the main dish. Don't know what to order? Ask Alecc. It's all good honestly. Don't know what to wear on your straight date with a woman? Fornthe love of god Don't shop at Kolh's!!! You're date won't be able to tell you a part from the other straight white men. Maybe ask Alecc for fashion advice. Just tip him an extra 10%. Or like.... show some chest hair? Feel the urge to mansplain Bitcoin? Have a slice of Basso's gourtmet pizza. Your date will thank you as well as Alec, your waiter for the night. read more

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Rachel P.

2 years ago

Service 03/09/2024 - Had a reservation to eat and was told when we sat down that had to finish eating by a certain time because there was another reservation after ours. Rude behavior. read more

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Danielle T.

2 years ago

I've been here 3-4 times and have never had a bad experience. Tonight I kept saying, "Why don't we come here more often?!?" The food is authentic and delicious, and the atmosphere is sophisticated without being pretentious. It's such a great date spot! And if you make it for happy hour, you won't be sorry. read more

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Alex P.

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3 years ago

Favorite place in stl to get pizza and espresso martinis. Also the best happy hour ever! read more

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Kate M.

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Yum.... Yum..... Yum...... We had a fantastic evening at Basso! The stairs getting down to the restaurant are on the steeper side, and it's a little dark in there. Those are the only negatives from our visit. Our server Angelica was an absolute gem. She was professional and made excellent recommendations, along with providing top notch service!! We decided to try a bit of everything! The caprese salad was a perfect summertime dish. The balsamic was perfectly sweet, the tomatoes rich and ripe, and the buratta creamy and delicious! My favorite dish was the cantaloupe and prosciutto salad. The salad was plated on top of whipped ricotta and sprinkled with pistachios!! Absolutely the most wonderful thing I've had in awhile. We obviously had to order a pizza, because there's that awesome wood fire oven!! The crust was light and crisp! The toppings simple yet fresh and good quality. I'm planning another visit in few weeks to see how they incorporate seasonal ingredients into their menu. read more

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Amber L.

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Ry R.

4 years ago

I just want to inform mgmt and the owner...Kate is way too wonderful and beautiful and amazing...to actually do any work here!!! She's so AWESOME!!! Visiting from ATL for a WashU alumni event. read more

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Amber L.

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Nayela B.

3 years ago

The ambiance was great. The food was Amazing. Staff was friendly. I did have a long wait time but it was worth it. Staff walked around taking drink order for those who waited. Which made the wait not so bad. Id come back for date night. read more

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Amber L.

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Michael S.

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3 years ago

We returned and ordered similar items. Service and hospitality from Autumn was again excellent. The New Fashion cocktail, the Burrata salad and the Mafalda were excellent, but the Mafalda was a bit too spicy. The most disappointing part of our meal was the Margherita pizza which lacked the thicker, puffy exterior crust and was more like a flat bread. Our two prior pizzas were much better. read more

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Benjamin J.

4 years ago

I'm here to echo all the other great reviews for their happy hour! I got the burger and fries off their happy hour menu seeing how it being recommended by many others and the burger definitely lived up to the hype! Patty cooked perfectly and topped with onions and peppers. The fries were also really well seasoned and the truffle made it a lot tastier than normal fries. And the whole meal was just $9!! The ambience is really neat too. They are located in the lower level of a building to you walk downstairs to get to the restaurant. It's a darker dimly light restaurant that gives real cozy vibes. Great place to go during a cold winter day. I look forward to making another visit! read more

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Amber L.

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Michael P.

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2 years ago

One of our favorite fall/winter spots. Cozy ambiance, modern but casual. Menu has a good variety of vegetarian options, cocktails, and wine. Expect a wait most weekends, but the service is always solid! read more

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Brandon M.

2 years ago

An amazing, cozy atmostphere with easily the best happy house in the city! So many amazing staff members that put in the effort to make you comfortable too. read more

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Henry P.

3 years ago

Service is great and the ambiance is so cool, it's like you are eating in the dungeon of a castle. Nice cocktail menu and we love the burger. It's a great place to go for happy hour when you can try a lot of the dishes at a discounted price. read more

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Peter B.

2 years ago

What a FUN night!! Great food and even better atmosphere!!! Alec our waiter made the night! Impeccable service and super funny- Maddie the manager went above and beyond to make us feel at home. I highly recommend - if you want a great food and a fun night try out Basso!! read more

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Kelly R.

2 years ago

Excellent pizza! Excellent drinks! It was quite loud in the lower level eatery, but the ambiance was superb and the food memorable. Brick oven pizza at its finest! read more

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Shouana Y.

2 years ago

The mood there was spectacular. The music was a bit loud but others than that, everything was beautiful. The food was also priced at a good price and it was a good portion! read more

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Cheryl P.

2 years ago

Very noisy with loud music. Food average. Had made reservations but was asked to wait for the table to be cleaned. They sent a text but was too loud to hear it. Did not tell me that . They said someone would come get us. read more

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Tania W.

3 years ago

Our girl was great. She was very nice!! Booths are the best I think. Unless a large group them the tables are good. read more

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Amber L.

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Amy W.

2 years ago

Wonderful food! Sangria, truffle fries and pepperoni pizza were amazing! Autumn was top notch. She took care of our table of 7 with ease. She was attentive and sweet! read more

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Beverly R.

3 years ago

The waitress & staff was great, little to no wait time. But the food is HORRIBLE! I'd only go for drinks. I had the pizza & it was SO BURNT! I was STARVING but was too upset to eat read more

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Kevin F.

2 years ago

Great ambiance, above and beyond waitstaff, and amazing food. They don't do reservations for groups under 6 so get there early. Parking situation in the garage was a bit strange but worked out. The place is also a bit cramped, especially the 2 person tables but overall great experience read more

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Peter M.

2 years ago

If you are in STL & need a great drink come here! These bartenders are some of the best in the city, friendly, knowledgeable, and hard working! They crush it during happy hours and are awesome! BTW, their food is damn good too! read more

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Patrick W.

2 years ago

Alec and the happy hour are notable standouts. Adore the look and feel of Basso. So cozy. Excellent drinks and food. Great burger and pizza.

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Jennifer S.

2 years ago

Second time my husband and I have been to Basso. Had Alec both times. He's one of the best! So attentive. Hope we have him as a sever every time we dine here! read more

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Dawn M.

2 years ago

Expected the experience and food to be better since we were going by the reviews and it was our first visit. The cannellini bean dip appetizer was a small serving, but flavored well with garlic and olive oil. We ordered a pizza and it was definitely not a wood or brick oven fired pizza. The dough was hard and tough, not much flavor and the pizza was dry. Very disappointing. The service was fine and the room was very noisy. The lights were turned down so low we could not see each other and had to use our phone flashlights to see the menu. read more

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Sheila M.

3 years ago

Excellent vegan pizza. Not on menu. Just ask tho. Wood fire pizza. Great Atmosphere. Friendly service. read more

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Ryan H.

2 years ago

Good food, good service. Interesting decor with an upscale vibe. Friendly staff will guide you through the menu.

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Stephanie B.

2 years ago

Great food, great service, great vibe! Live the dark and cozy atmosphere and the food is delicious.

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This is a lovely spot for a date night, girls night out and even hanging out with your favorite coworkers for a happy hour. I love this place wish they took reservations for smaller groups. Unfortunately it's first come first service. They used to have no wait app not sure if that's still a thing, I just try to get there early if I can. Parking is tight but they have bunch of street parking avail as well. They sometimes rotate their drinks but food menu stays the same with good staples of course. Few of my favorites are the shishito pepper, calamari, and the meat ball! read more

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Amber L.

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Alex W.

3 years ago

Drinks: Basso is our favorite place for a killer espresso martini. Service: The power of a genuine smile! I look forward to being sat in Ace's section. I immediately know it's going to be a great dinner. Wait: Not a huge fan of the Yelp waitlist. read more

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7036 Clayton Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63117
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(314) 932-7820
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http://www.basso-stl.com

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Hours

What time does Basso open?

Basso opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Basso close?

Basso closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Basso closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Basso closes at 9:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 4:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Basso take credit cards?

Yes, Basso takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Basso have catering options?

No, Basso does not have catering options.

Does Basso serve alcohol?

Yes, Basso serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Basso allow dogs?

No, Basso does not allow dogs.

Does Basso have TVs?

Yes, Basso has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Basso have bike parking?

Yes, Basso has bike parking.

Does Basso have outdoor seating?

Yes, Basso has outdoor seating options.

Does Basso have parking?

Yes, Basso has parking options. Street Parking, Valet Parking

Other Amenities

Does Basso allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Basso allows outdoor smoking.

Does Basso have free WiFi?

Yes, Basso has free WiFi.

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Ask the Community - Basso

Is there a way of getting down to bar besides the stairs? Elevator?

Yo my knowledge, it is only stairs

What time do they stop serving food?

9 if I'm not wrong. No hot food or Tapas after 9.

Happy hour times?

4-6 weekdays

Does Basso allow people to bring their own wine? Do they have a corkage fee?

Yes, $15

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Charlie Gitto's On the Hill

Wow. It is easy to see why Charlie Gitto's has garnered 4 1/2 stars overall on this site. It was…read morethat good. I was taught by brother that you should book your first dinner reservation as after flying all day, one is tired, and not able to make good decisions...hence eating at a TGI Fridays in New Orleans on our first night. I have heard about that since. Charlie's had the perfect vibe going as it has a great reputation. Wendy was also simply amazing and shared may stories of St Louis and was just a tremendous server. The only thing that tricked us was the Toasted Ravioli. It has meat in it, and my wife is vegetarian. The Arancini was terrific and the table bread was also quite tasty. My wife had the Manicotti and I had the Chicken Lemonata. So great. The bottle of the house Gitto's Red was the perfect wine as well. A great experience at a restaurant that is a legend in St. Louis and I am glad it was our first meal in the city.

It's a classic place, very well appointed but not pretentious. Comfortable chairs with linen tables…read moreNot too noisy, easy to have a private conversation. Service was excellent and helpful. Although claiming to have invented the toasted ravs, really did not enjoy them. Caprese salad was good for this time of year- early June. My go to meal to rate Italian restaurants is chicken Marsala, and was unfortunately the worst. Chicken was overcooked, rather tasteless and hard to cut. Very little sauce, but good mushrooms. Side of red pasta helped but was too sweet.

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Anthonino's Taverna

I was visiting St. Louis for the first time and I wanted to try foods that St. Louis was known for…read more(according to online research) and toasted ravioli kept popping up. Being from the Bay Area in California, I had never heard of toasted ravioli so I added it to my itinerary. I found this place on Yelp and saw that Guy Fieri (another Bay Area native) had featured it on his show so I settled on Anthonino's. I walked over from the Botanical Garden on a Friday afternoon around 12pm so that I could get a better feel of the streets, locals, surrounding shops, and the Hill neighborhood. The area was very calm, clean, safe and had a sense of pride. I enjoyed the sights and sounds throughout the streets and by the time I arrived at the front door, I was super excited to eat. I was seated quickly at the bar and given a menu and water. The bar staff were friendly and pleasant to talk to and also took my order within a few minutes. The restaurant quickly filled up behind me and it was a lively environment. I really appreciated that the TVs had sports shows on (huge sports fan and was in town to visit Busch Stadium) so it gives you something to look at. I ordered the toasted ravioli and a tiramisu. As a solo traveler, I have to limit how much I can order so this was the perfect amount for me. The food was amazing and I wished that I could have tried more plates. The ravioli had great flavors and texture and the tiramisu was so creamy and fresh. I would definitely return if the opportunity presented itself. The customer service from all staff members was amazing! Thank you for this experience :)

While traveling through Missouri, my wife and I were looking for a place to have dinner. I searched…read moreYelp and came across Anthonino's. I also remembered seeing it featured on the Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, so we figured it had to be worth a try. When we arrived, we were asked if we had a reservation. We didn't, but noticed a few open seats at the bar and asked if we could sit there instead. The two bartenders welcomed us right away and told us they would take good care of us throughout the evening. My wife ordered an iced tea, and I started with an Old Fashioned. For an appetizer, we ordered the Toasted Ravioli ($14), which is handmade in-house and filled with ground beef, ricotta, and pecorino romano cheese, served with marinara sauce. It's one of the dishes featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. For dinner, my wife ordered the Chicken Marsala ($23), and I went with the Bolognese ($17), made with veal, pork, red wine gravy, cresta di gallo pasta, stracciatella, and Calabrian chili oil. The toasted ravioli arrived looking great. I tried one without the sauce first. The fresh pasta didn't fry up quite the way I expected. It was more flaky than crispy, and I was hoping for a little more crunch. The filling was decent but could have used a bit more seasoning and flavor. The marinara sauce also had a bitterness to it that wasn't my favorite. When our entrées arrived, both dishes looked and smelled wonderful. Unfortunately, the flavors didn't quite live up to the presentation. My wife's Chicken Marsala had good flavor overall, but the side pasta was very gummy, and the sauce again had a bitter note that seemed to overpower the dish. My Bolognese was the biggest disappointment of the evening. When I think of Bolognese or a rich meat ragù, I usually expect a wider pasta such as pappardelle. The cresta di gallo pasta wasn't my favorite choice for the dish, and it also had a gummy texture. The sauce itself suffered from the same bitterness that we noticed throughout the meal. Looking back, I probably should have ordered the Carbonara once I realized the Bolognese wasn't being served with the type of pasta I was hoping for. Overall, the meal was okay, but it didn't quite meet the expectations we had after seeing the restaurant featured on television and reading the reviews. The service was excellent, and the bartenders did a fantastic job taking care of us. While this visit was a bit disappointing, there were plenty of other dishes on the menu that looked great, and I would be willing to give Anthonino's another try and order something different.

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Old fashion

Acero

Classic Italian food. Do the 4 course tasting. We did 3 of them and turned our dinner into a 12…read morecourse tasting menu by sharing everything. We had the crudo, Gnoccho fritto, smoked burrata, egg ravioli (GET THIS) , tagliolini, Cacio e Pepe, Barramundi, steak, lamb, chocolate lava tort, cheesecake, and Panna cotta. Corkage was a fair $30. Service was friendly. I liked that our server offered us an aerator or decanter for the wine that we brought; that was a nice touch. Ambiance was nice. I really liked the art on the walls, and they were quite affordable. Parking was a biiiiiiish to find. We risked it and used the Schlafly lot.

Top restaurant in STL!! Every single detail is dialed in, from the warm, attentive staff to the…read morecozy, European style ambiance to the FOOD and beautiful plating. It is one of those places you walk into, settle in, and truly take your time, wine, dine, and enjoy the full experience. Executive Chef Nick P clearly knows what he is doing. His talent and experience come through in every dish. The menu feels thoughtful and intentional, simple in execution but elevated by incredibly fresh, seasonal ingredients, with flavors that build perfectly from one bite to the next. You can taste the care in everything, from the house made pasta to the sauces, proteins, and vegetables, all perfectly cooked and balanced. What also sets this place apart, though, is the people. The staff and servers are genuinely excited about the food, knowledgeable about the ingredients and wine, and add to the overall experience. It is the kind of place you leave already thinking about when you can come back.

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Trattoria Marcella

This was a little hidden gym for me to try out recently for dinner. You have to utilize street…read moreparking so that can be a little difficult to find depending on how busy it is. On the outside it looks smaller, but there's a lot of dining space inside the staff is very friendly and helpful with menu suggestions. They also have a small patio area for outside dining as it gets warmer outside. They have a wide variety on their drink menu and a large wine selection. They start your meal off with bread and hummus, which was pretty tasty. I got the rigatoni with shrimp and it was a pretty good dish. I think it could've used a little more seasoning, but overall it was a solid meal.

Best Lasagna in St. Louis. The portions are huge (at least the lasagna was). The lasagna was served…read morewith a sauce and I was unsure I would enjoy this but it was AMAZING! I had left overs for 2 days. This was our first visit and it was a Friday night and very busy. We sat at the bar for dinner as we were going to the theater and could not afford to waste time. Service was very kind and attentive, offered several recommendations for dinner. I should have made reservations so Make the reservations, it will be worth it. I also do not typically like toasted ravioli but these were also excellent. The service was great! I would highly recommend and will absolutely return.

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Mama's On the Hill

Make the reservation or wait until who knows! Get there early as parking is at a premium as this is…read morein a neighborhood. There is a very small bar but some nights they will not serve food there. It has a downstairs, a patio and the main dining room. Bathroom is off the bar area. We had reservations but were early as we knew parking was crazy. Met some great folks while waiting. Bartenders were fast putting drinks out and giving a little show while doing it. Started with the toasted ravioli as they claim 'they invented it. Got cheese and meat. The sauce that came with was so good we couldn't wait to get our food! I had the tortellini de papa with prosciutto and garlic cream sauce. So good! My husband enjoyed his pizza but remarked the pepperoni was a little salty. It was fine for me. Too full for dessert. This area will be a stop from now on when we visit!

Ambiance (5/5): Super busy on a Sunday night but we managed to get a corner table. A little dark on…read morethe inside and on the noisier side. Service (4/5): It was a bit difficult to get service when they were so busy. The food came out relatively quick with no issues. The young waiter was very friendly. Toasted Ravioli (4/5): Glad we came and tried their famous homemade ravs. They had an exterior crunch with some meat on the inside. The marinara sauce went great with it. Chicken caprese salad (4/5): Added chicken to the salad and they did not skimp on the protein! I liked the vinaigrette that the salad came with. Penne a la Vodka (5/5): It was both rich and creamy. The flavors were on point and delicious all around. Found parking nearby with no problem.

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Zia's on The Hill

Family-owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

My mom and I used to come here a lot when I was little, so she decided she wanted to run it back…read moreand go here for her birthday lunch. It really is consistently good and we've never had a bad experience here. We started with cocktails and I had the espresso martini. It was very good! She had more of a fruity martini and also enjoyed it. They give you bread which is always a plus, and we started with an appetizer of mozzarella fritti which was fresh mozzarella and fried. Delicious. We also obviously had to get the salad and it was so good with the house dressing. We had the chicken piccata and the pollo Soto. My piccata came with a side of pasta and was very tasty. I loved the lemon and the capers. Our server was kind and helpful. I definitely recommend making a reservation because we went at noon on a Saturday and it was poppin! I'll be back :)

We've been to "The Hill" in South City countless times, but we'd never tried Zia's. That changed a…read morecouple of days ago. Honestly? We've been missing out. The interior is nothing fancy, but it has that standard charm of The Hill. The service was excellent, we had Katie. She could have told us she went to WashU and majored in waitressing and we would have believed her. Prompt, professional but slightly personable. Good combo. The food was GREAT. We couldn't decide which was better, the Chicken Picatta or the Chicken Speidini. They were both super high quality poultry mixed with a rich and flavorful sauce, yum. Katie even let us make the side shells "pink", by mixing marinara and Alfredo for us. The only reason I'm subtracting a star is that our salads were a bit wilted -- my Mom kept running into some weird looking greens. Regardless, we'll be back.

Tomato salad and toasted ravioli

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Filet in brandy cream sauce

Pastaria

Absolutely amazing, you can tell the noodles were homemade. Great portion size of pasta.read more

I loveeee pastaria!! It's dangerous how close I live because I do frequent this place often and I…read morecan't believe I hadn't left a review yet! I pop in for gelato frequently, but I also enjoy the pistachio raviolis a lot. You really can't go wrong with any pasta choice, and I haven't tried their pizza but it looks and smells amazing. I usually enjoy my dinner with a glass of wine -- they have a great selection. If it's nice out, we try to sit outside. I do recommend getting a reservation because they get really busy during peak dinner hours! The staff is always friendly, from the hostess to the waiters to the bartenders, I've never had a bad experience. Highly recommend this place!

Entering the deli/wine space

Cacio e Pepe

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Aperol Spritz

Cunetto House of Pasta

Memorable pre-St Louis Marathon pasta dinner at the legendary Cunetto's!…read more Great service made us feel right at home. Huge portions of delicious pasta! Delicious desserts to finish the night.

Food is always excellent! Front desk service is mediocre but wait staff are very attentive! No…read morereservations so when they open at 4:45 P, I suggest you get there no later than 5 P or else you are on the wait list for 45 minutes.

Tortellini Bianco, Pennine al Bolognese

Cunetto's entrance

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Welcome to Cunetto's front door.

Maggiano's Little Italy

Everytime I come to Maggiano's it's a lovely time. Great location for an intimate dinner stop…read morebefore heading elsewhere for a date activity, but also great at hosting larger group outings. I just love the low stimulation and the intentionality of the layout. You're typically not straining to hear your dining partner, it's a very calm setting. In my experience the staff has always been attentive. Special shout out to the server who wasn't even assigned to me who brought an extra serving of bread as we were packing our boxes! The food is consistently great! I do miss the reduced price take-home frozen pastas, I hope to see them again soon. The only area Maggiano's doesn't wow me on is their cocktail selection, specifically their price points for what they serve, but otherwise I'd call Maggiano's a 4.75 / 5 so we'll round up.

Went to Maggiano's Little Italy with a party of 10. We had reservations and showed up on time but…read moredidn't get seated until about 15 to 20 minutes later. It was really crowded so we understood, and they do have a bar area to wait which was nice. Service was pretty slow, but our server was helpful when we had questions. The food was good overall. My favorite was the Our Famous Rigatoni "D" with chicken and mushrooms. It had really good flavor, I just wish it came out hot instead of lukewarm. Overall, decent food but the experience itself wasn't the best.

16 oz. Bone-In Ribeye** Garlic Mashed Potatoes shirley temple so yummy

Second level dining area

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Spinach & Artichoke al Forno

Frank Papa's Ristorante

This is your traditional Italian restaurant. The weight staff was super nice and helpful. Our…read morewaiter was actually amazing. They had a great menu with lots of options. Everything came out quickly and tasted good. It was cutely decorated on the inside. We had a reservation, but the night we came there were tornado warnings and so it wasn't super crowded. For us the chocolate covered strawberries was a stand out.

What a hidden gem! We heard about this place due to their "Eviction notice pasta" (aka penne…read moreamatriciana) for very pregnant people. We called on Saturday evening and were able to get a reservation on the same night. Turns out I've driven by 100 times and never noticed. The vibe is white tablecloth, intimate lighting, and attentive service but somehow still casual. I love that they have the story of the family business right there on the first page of the menu. We had the pasta that we came for and the tortellini as well as the escarola and calamari to start. The escarola was great. The escarola was great, everything else was "pretty good" as my husband put it. In other words, the pasta didn't blow us away. But, the atmosphere, the drinks, and the quick, attentive service sure did. Due to Yelp reviews, we also got the chocolate ravioli which was DECADENT and like no desert I've had before. We'd come back for a date night or to entertain visitors!

Cannelloni

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IDOL WOLF

4.3

(212 reviews)

5.6 mi

Idol Wolf has been on my list for awhile but man...I'm always hesitant about hotel restaurants. I'm…read morejust mad at myself for not convincing us to go here earlier! We stopped in before our show at the Fox, and let them know how much time we had. They timed it for us perfectly. We had made a reservation and they seated us immediately, but honestly, the show stopper is the bar. We will have to come back and sit there because it's so beautiful. The service was great all night. My only complaint is having to pick what to eat!! Their whole menu is drool worthy. We started with the croquettas and OMG I'm still thinking about them. They melt in your mouth. We just wanted to eat 100 of them. We also split the brussels which were phenomenal. We weren't super hungry so we ended up splitting the burger, even that was amazing. We will absolutely need to come back and try some more of their entrees. They brought cotton candy out with the check which I LOVED. It's a guilty pleasure of mine, my husband KNEW I would freak out when I saw it. Such a great experience. Top notch food, top notch service. Literally not one complaint.

If I could give 0 stars I would…read more The dinner went well but one thing we noticed is that it seemed that a server was delivering dishes to the wrong table. What concerned us is that it appeared that our dish went to the table beside us was picked up and delivered to us. What really gave us the ick though was when we received the shrimp with two shrimp tails and meat in the tails (see photo). We reported it talked to the manager and were told this happens, but why would there be meat in the tail? We had that dish and one other taken from our bill but I wouldn't recommend ANYONE eat there. There are better places and that is gross. Gross.

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Little Fox

We have been to Little Fox twice and it's an amazing experience every time so far! Lovely space for…read morea date night! The proteins are phenomenally seasoned and cooked to perfection and paired with the right sides to really enhance the flavor of, in our case, duck and steak. I am a potato enthusiast and their fingerling potatoes are seasoned and cooked perfectly. The steak has a wonderful shaved salt on top and incredible crust. Amazing steak. No notes. The cocktails are perfect. Several unique cocktails well-balanced. The service is exceptional and they are very knowledgeable about gluten that made me feel very safe! The flourless cake with candied lemon peel is incredible but you need to eat it in three seatings because it's amazingly rich. 5/5 stars, no notes.

Get a reservation or get there early…read more I had a BEAUTIFUL Sunday morning here. I checked the reservation online and they had a 10 AM opening and a line before they were even open. We sat outside , our server was wonderful and they were so helpful and accommodating. First I ordered the Dive Bar Coffee which just wasn't for me so i got the Dottie (with the good crunchy ice) instead and it was wonderful! (They even took the first one off and i didn't even ask, thoughtful. ) Food was delicious. My Hashbrown was delicious and crispy and seasoned and mm. And the salmon was yummy. My date got the baked eggs and loved it as well (they make their bread so will be back just to have bread). We also got the ButterScotch Budino for dessert. As someone who isn't a fan of pudding , this was goooooood. Salty, sweet and crumbling that cookie into it (per their suggestion), worth it. Their menu is seasonal so check before you go, but definitely go.

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Michael's Bar & Grill

This spot made us the best wings we've had in YEARS...Genuinely after one bite we looked at each…read moreother knowing this will now be a monthly spot for us. Ordered the wings "trashed" it is not on the menu - you need to ask for this. The tangiest, crispiest wings with some heat and parmesan sprinkled on top. Absolutely delicious. We also ordered the burger med well and that was also juicy and full of flavor. Tasted like a homemade burger on the grill. Fries were also battered to perfection. Must try spot!!

My boyfriend and his friends rave about this place, so it was only a matter of time until I went…read more We all came Friday night and it was packed (which was to be expected because apparently it's always busy). We took the first table available, which happened to be in the middle of the entry way. It was a rather odd placement, but it beat having to wait! Our server was prompt and immediately gave us water and menus. Since it was late, I opted for something light and chose the blackened white fish that came with rice pilaf and veggies. Score for being healthy and fitting my macros without having to substitute. My boyfriend got the hot wings and a gyro salad, while his friend got the chicken kebabs and a salad. Their food came first while mine came later. I sampled a piece of the gyro meat and it was quite tasty but had a taco flavor, which I found odd considering we were at a Greek restaurant! My dish was good. It wasn't that blackened but it was still seasoned well and had great flavor. The vegetables were a bit basic and could have used more seasoning. Aside from that, the dish was a hit and our service was great. I'll for sure be back.

Medium-rare Michael Burger W/fries with pub cheddar to go

Dog friendly patio

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Dog friendly patio

The Stellar Hog

I love out of the way places that you wouldn't ordinarily go to, but somehow find. The kind of…read moreplace where they serve great food at fair prices. The kind of place where they welcome you and are truly appreciative of your patronage. The Stellar Hog is one of those places. Located in an older neighborhood all by itself, we were greeted by the owner who took us to our table. The first thing you notice is the smell. It's a wonderful BBQing meat smell that makes you can't wait to eat. The place is bigger on the inside than it looks and very clean. There's an outdoor eating area as well. We ordered at the bar, both my friend and I ordering the OG Brisket Sandwiches, mine with Coleslaw and my friend's with fries. No sooner did we sit down did our food come, and WOW, the sandwiches were huge with a pile of perfectly cooked melt in your mouth Brisket. I'm hard pressed to remember any better. The coleslaw was, well, different and hard to explain, but had a tangy mustard kind of taste. The fries on my buddy's plate were fantastic as well. The owner checked on us several times, and obviously valued us as customers. BBQ is huge in St. Louis and the big places and chains get all the attention. But if you want some seriously good BBQ in an authentic down home place, head to The Stellar Hog. Let me know by liking my review.

I had some crazy high expectations... best bbq in the galaxy? Im still on that hunt. But stellar…read morehog is still damn good. They chop that brisket thick! I mean thick! The depth of flavor was astonishing. I mean the rub is superb, and a few flaky ends tasted like beef jerky in the best way possible. Because of the thickness you get a multitude of textures, intensities. Every bite is roller coaster ride. Some send you straight out the milky way--incredible! The sides were good, but both missed the mark on elite for me. I would love to experiment with some others! Oh, and their house bbq sauce is splendid. Like that is legit stuff. Smoky, tangy, a hint of heat serves a reminder it's at the party, but not the reason you came. As far as bbq in stl goes, this is rightfully pitted as some of the most illustrious!

1/2lb. Beef Brisket, Potato Salad and Baked Beans

Bar area

Pulled Pork

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Dressel's Public House

One of the best, if not the best, margaritas I've ever had. It was crisp, clean, & simple. Cannot…read morerecommend the Mita Margarita enough. We Ubered to Dressel's around noon on a Saturday. We were quickly seated at the bar. Rachael was our bartender & she was incredibly helpful & kind. She helped us narrow down our drink order as well as our food order. Everything we ate was delicious. The drinks were even better. The whole place felt so warm & inviting. Lots of cool paintings on the wall. And the clean bathrooms were also a plus! Definitely will be back!

Dressels public house is a pub that has been around the CWE for over 40 years. It closed but then…read morere-opened recently and expanded to add a microbrewery inside, called Rock & Horse. I came in for drinks last night and went to the bar area. Sadly I did not capture any photos of the interior but the overall vibes were pretty cozy. Lots of dark wood tones and they even have a fireplace. The serve food, cocktails, beers, wine, and a few NA options. I opted for the Spanish G & T and it came out very quickly. Overall I enjoyed the experience and would love to come back. Some considerations are that given that the pub is in the CWE, parking is street parking. Additionally the hours of this pub are regularly 12-10pm!

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Brent C.

13 years ago

The first time I went I was very impressed by the decor, the food and service. The Meyer lemon chicken was fabulous! Craft cocktails were tasty as well. Although the management staff seems a bit impressed with themselves, I was excited to go back. On second visit, a Monday night, the service was poor and the Meyer lemon chicken was replaced on the menu with a boring breaded chicken patty. My server was asked to adjust the calamari to not have tentacles only rings she agreed and the food runner delivered the appetizer with tentacles and no warning or explaination. She simply didn't care. The busboy attempted to remove plates before we were done eating, when there was clearly food left on them and had to be told to stop so we could finish our meal. The gas lanterns at the table produced a constant clicking sound that never stopped like it was trying to light every 3 minutes which was quite annoying. A word to Basso....you have a great space and a great opportunity please don't let your customer service and menu changes take you down a road we would rather not see happen. Early success sometimes makes people forget that it's the small personal touches that bring people back time after time. Its as much of a people business as it is a food business. read more

Tyler W.

Elite 26

687

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109

8 months ago

Basso is great! Walking into this underground bar feels like stepping back in time to a speakeasy. The atmosphere is dark, cozy, and intimate, making it perfect for a date night or a chill hangout with friends. Their wood-fired pizza is absolutely amazing. The crust is perfectly crispy, and the toppings are fresh and flavorful. They also have a great selection of drinks. The menu has something for everyone, from classic cocktails to unique creations. Service is always toptier. If you're looking for a unique and memorable experience, Basso is a must-try. The atmosphere, food, and drinks are all top-notch, making it one of my favorite spots in town. read more

Julia C.