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Really nice aesthetic. Open kitchen, with plenty of bar seating. My group ordered the charcuterie board to start and lunch size portion pasta for entrees.
This is a beautiful restaurant!! Love the decor, the copper and the low bar. Service was great, from the time we walked in the door we were taken care of. The food was really good! The meatballs were probably the outstanding dish from our dinner, but everything was good!! Looking forward to a return trip!
Extremely fancy and quite expensive, Casa Don Alfonso is in the Ritz-Carlton hotel. My colleagues chose it because they were staying in that hotel and didn't want to go too far. I knew it was going to be a spendy meal from the moment we walked in. Beautifully decorated and warmly welcomed, the hostess did check to see if we had a reservation which we did not. No worries, a bigger table was available and in fact, the restaurant remained 3/4ths empty on this cold Midwest evening. Appetizers are $20 and up. Main courses run from $30 and up. You could do some real damage here and we did not. Four baskets of their fabulous bread were consumed with tap water for most. I chose the meatballs (they have a fancy Italian name on the menu) and they were delicious. Three medium sized pieces, in a marinara and cream sauce. inside, beautifully stuffed and cooked perfectly. Are those pine nuts? Yes, those are pine nuts. We opted to skip dessert. Our meal landed at $250 plus tip which included one round of drinks, no starters and no desserts. They have valet parking, there is some limited street parking and the hotel has a parking deck but it's on the far side of the building. [Review 28 of 2025 - 408 in Missouri - 23600 overall]
Juan is AMAZING he's the BEST !!! My mom's martini had a cute little puppy on it! The food was really filling but really good. The olive oil was FANTASTIC!! Also the service is amazing too.
Being in Clayton, there is no free parking. Inviting and elegant space with comfy seating. We made reservations for their Brunch. Service was excellent and the staff were friendly. There was plenty of variety n but I expected a few more options. Perhaps I was just not a fan of the two specials they had (duck lo mein and an Italian seafood soup). Black coffee was complimentary but it was 8 to 10 dollars for a mocha or latte. I did like the variety of sweets and desserts. The charcuterie area was a nice touch, but could be improved with a cracker or bread selection although I could have overlooked it.
This is a tough review to write. When you know a place is fabulous and you've had great experiences before, your expectations are high as they always deliver. Until they don't. This was that visit. Disappointed actually. Normally, this place is a 10 out of 10 on every level from service to food to atmosphere!! I highly recommend you go there. And I won't stop going back. But, I didn't have a great visit recently. I want to point out a few things that contributed to it. I highly recommend don't be one of the first people there. I started to make a 515p table reservation but since I was only five minutes away, I decided to just walk up . When I was making the reservation, the table was open. All I had to do is secure with a credit card. I decided since I was less than 5 minutes away. I would just drive there and get there shortly before my reservation time I was going to make when I arrived. I was told the desk that there were no table reservations. They were full. I'd have to sit in the lounge or bar. Mind you there's, not a soul in the restaurant. I understand they have to account for a certain amount of time for dinner reservations, but I was just able to book it online and now they're telling me they can't seat me. Lesson number one: always make a reservation. Since I was near the check-in desk, I watched people check in and if you had a reservation, there was a different tone and treatment. Interesting. Hmmm Since we were there before 5:15 and no one was in the restaurant there were a lot of employees standing around waiting for the evening rush . I could hear their check-in to get the shift started. They were very loud to the point not paying attention to the customer. I had to ask for plates for the pizza. I had to ask for my water to be refilled. Also, they served hot pepper flakes in a ramekin with no way to dispense it. Putting my fingers into hot pepper flakes is not something I want to do. I didn't have a spoon only a fork and a knife, shaking it out dumped too much. Lesson number two don't go right when the shift begins. The customer service was not the same early in the evening. The focaccia bread was the best I've ever had so soft delicious. The pizza was OK maybe it was the one I chose. The tiramisu was out of this world presentation was next level highly recommend. My review of the drinks are mixed. There's a lot of infusion and fancy cocktails which doesn't always mean it taste great. Next time I go back I'll stick to what I know and what I love from them. I would advise that they move their check-in desk or make it clear as to where to go as people keep coming in from the lobby, going straight to the bar and not knowing where to check in because you can't see the desk when you enter from the lobby side. The majority of the people that night were coming in from the lobby and couldn't see the desk. I would also recommend that on the website when you're making a reservation that they put a banner at the top to tell you about the parking garage entrance into the hotel under construction, and I was guided to walk back outside and down the sidewalk. It was 98°. It would've been nice to avoid that if I would've known. Once again, I highly recommend this place. Excellent food, great ambience. it's a beautiful place. And that's probably why having a not so great visit bothered me, but not to the point that I won't go back but I've learned my lesson.
Visited Casa to try out their happy hour and the much-hyped spritz tower. Unfortunately, we missed the patio happy hour window--it had ended and the outdoor space was too cold. Luckily, we were still able to get the happy hour pricing indoors. The spritzes looked fun but tasted a bit watered down. I've never been a huge fan of Casa overall--the food tends to be underwhelming and slightly overpriced. The space itself is beautiful, but in my opinion, the ambiance doesn't quite make up for what's lacking in the food. The service was really great, though!
Such a great spot. Huge restaurant and bar area and a lively and bright ambiance. You can sit at the bar and watch your food being made and all of the staff are wearing the chef hats and outfits- love it. Have come here for a few different birthdays and always have a great time. The espresso martini is delicious and they have a number of other really good drinks like their limoncello and aperol spritzes. Their pizza is made in their ovens and it's always fantastic. The octopus app is delicious. The meatballs have pine nuts in it to give it some texture- I am not a huge fan, but others may be. The lasagna is good too. You can't go wrong with any of it! For dessert, their tiramisu is fantastic and so is their affogato. I do wish they made birthdays more special- I mentioned it in our online reservation and then again to our waitress both times and nothing was done for either birthday we celebrated here. Kind of a bummer. This is the only reason I knocked off a star- I would expect a restaurant this great to at least provide a dessert for birthdays or jazz up a plate. Overall experience was great- we will be back!
Where to start??? How about the entrance, which is gorgeous! You can't help but look up to admire the beautiful glass fixtures giving St. Louis a serious Italian glow up. As a smaller table, we were seated in the bar which was kind of a mixed bag. We had a rock star view into the open kitchen which gave vibes from The Bear. Which, ok, but the chairs and table were fixed in place. So there's no scooting your chair in or adjusting the table. Odd. It probably makes sense for a bar but not when you are eating your dinner. We were here for Clayton's iconic Restaurant Week because no way can I afford a $35 salad. So I got the Prix Fixe menu with wine flight so I could eat like a queen. And whoa - I mean....that $35 salad just might be worth it! It was the burrata caprese salad, very simple, with arugula, hand torn burrata, pesto and the freshest, most flavorful cherry tomatoes I have had so far this summer. Arugula is not normally my favorite but someone knows what they are doing! This salad was amazing! I got the prime strip steak with potatoes, which I tried to substitute for the grilled asparagus but no deal. Someone else let me know about the asparagus because I spent my asparagus money on the wine flight. The steak literally sang in my mouth. It was seasoned and cooked beautifully! And the potatoes were delicious, so fair. Dessert was a pretty little white chocolate shell with white chocolate mousse and a spot of lemon compote in the middle. It was the perfect light touch at the end of a pretty heavy meal. Servers checked on us constantly but not intrusively. Overall, our meal was excellent and everything I thought it would be. See you next year!
Went back to Casa Don Alfonso last night. Thank you to Greg Gerber for inviting us back. The Parmesan cheese wheel pasta was fantastic. We had lovely service from Rosmery, Tim and Sebastian. I've forgotten who made our pasta but he was great and explained how he was making the pasta. It is very rich, delicious and topped with truffles. It's a stunning restaurant and has a beautiful outdoor eating area. Will be back to try brunch! Thank you again Casa Don Alfonso! Highly recommend!
Let me start off by saying, you really feel like you're being pampered here. My boyfriend took me to Casa Don Alfonso for a date and honestly, the ambience makes the trip worth it in itself. I loved looking into the kitchen, watching the chefs work, and admiring the copper accents of the cookware and the walls themselves. We got valet ($10), my coat was taken from me right away, and our server was very kind and attentive to our questions. In terms of food, I'd say they really excel in one thing: the bread. Everything else was good, don't get me wrong, but it was the bread in each of the dishes that really stood out to me. A few of the dishes fell short in other areas, and I sometimes felt like the flavor pairings/ratios or textures weren't quite right. But for the Ritz, and with the atmosphere there, it's something you can overlook for a nice dinner. Here's what we tried: Burrata Caprese Salad: 9/10 - The pizza bread was what really shined here. It's soft, doughy, and yet nutty and flavorful. I loved it, and paired with the creamy burrata and the zingy pesto, it was a great bite. A good sized app for two! Quattro Formaggi Pizza: 7.9/10 - I really loved the crust here. It tasted and felt like it was straight from Italy (and I've been!). I do think that the cheese/topping was too creamy/thin though, because it was hard for us to eat the pizza without it falling apart everywhere. I also thing they could've added a bit of citrus or something fresh besides the arugula to balance out just how insanely rich this 'za is. Potato Gnocchi Spheres: 7/10 - These are good, as the flavors are very classic. You get your ricotta, your marinara, and your pasta. I do wish there was a bit more contrast of texture, as it was all soft/mushy, but flavor-wise, I found it really comforting. This is a small-ish portion of 3 medium sized spheres. Italian Gelato: 5/10 - Ugh I really wish I could rate this better. I actually LOVED the Hazelnut gelato, as it had actual hazelnuts in it (bonus for texture!) and the flavor was rich and smooth. The dark chocolate gelato was a big let down, though. It was grainy/icy, and was ridiculously bitter in a way that doesn't even make sense for dark chocolate. We ended up leaving it untouched. Dark Chocolate "Vesuvio": 7.7/10 - I really loved the chocolate outside of the lava cake, and it was very molten inside. I'm not sure how I feel about the addition of the cherry flavor and the whole cherries, but that might be because I'm a huge chocolate enthusiast (and perhaps a purist?). The vanilla ice cream on the side was also a perfect pairing to the chocolatey dessert.
I finally tried Casa don Alfonso recently with some friends. We went to try the holiday cocktail tree, and WOW it did not disappoint it is a set list of 4 drinks and the tree comes with 2 of each. They were well balanced drinks, we loved all of them and we each had a different favorite. The pasta is house made and delicious but it is rather small serving sizes, leaving plenty of room for dessert. We got the Apple Pizza dessert to split and were pleasantly surprised by it. It was a full size pizza! It was delicious, highly recommend. Service is very polite and helpful but they are a little slower and don't come by often. It was a little bit of a wait to get our bills after we asked but it was a good experience overall.
Absolutely the best aesthetic brunch in St. Louis city! The design and vibe here are like none other! Brunch cocktails were excellent! Brunch buffet was delicious! Service was very good. Make a resy and go! They do have a bar as well read more
The shrimp was too cooked and the dish too salty overall. The pasta itself was well made and had nice bite to it. The pizza was good but pretty average. Again a bit too salty for me. I love EVOO and could taste that it's good stuff. I asked the waiter where they get their oil and ended up having a pretty long and pleasant discussion with him. Overall, a lot of hype, a bit overpriced, average food, nice atmosphere. Probably not going to be back. read more
Casa don alfonso This place. Wow. We made reservations on the OpenTable app for a party of 5 at 7:45pm for dinner. We parked in the ritz Carlton parking garage. You can get to the restaurant by walking through the hotel from the parking garage. One member of our party was not able to make it, but we just let them know at the front desk and it was no problem at all. After showing us to our table, each person receives a small platter and they pour olive oil on it - it looks like sunny side up egg! Then they give you this little bag of bread as well. We went on December 8 and they were offering their holiday cocktail tree. It comes with 8 drinks - there are 2 of each of their 4 holiday cocktails. Every drink was so good. The tree was 150. We asked if we could substitute different drinks onto the tree and the answer was no. It's okay because the tree was adorable and the drinks turned out to be awesome. Then the entrees were fabulous. I got the Chicken Supreme. I have eaten a ton of chicken dishes in my life and I can say this was the best prepared chicken I have ever had. Juicy, tender...it was amazing. My boyfriend had the Polpette Napoletane (basically fancy meat balls) and they were delicious as well. Usually meatballs are a little crispy on the outside, but these were not. I also had an espresso martini. Exciting insider tip: they can put any image you want on the top of the martini or tiramisu!!!! Just tell the waiter and he will give you a number to text your image to!!!!! I got a picture of my dogs!!!! Also the tiramisu was really good. In the pictures we saw this border around the top of the dish and we thought it was like a paper rim that said casa don Alfonso on it.....it's chocolate. I can't wait to go back and get brunch or try their pizza :)))) read more
1 year ago
The atmosphere was absolutely adorable, perfect for a girls' night out or date night. I came here with some girlfriends for Galentines and we shared everything. We went with the Salsiccia pizza and subbed broccoli with arugula. The pastas were just okay as those came out lukewarm/cold. We had the braised beef ravioli and classica lasagna. The service was fantastic. The food was a bit of a letdown but the vibes and drinks made up for it. Maybe we'll give it another shot! read more
8 months ago
2 years ago
Just delightful. From the beautiful dining room to the enormous and tasty buffet to the incredible service, this was just a delightful and delicious experience. And it was an experience. The room is just beautiful. Light and roomy without being cold. The leafy art installation in the coffered ceiling is just the right elegance with the copper ceiling over the pizza kitchen. It's all just lovely and comfortable. The food also doesn't disappoint. There really is something for everyone here and it's a very European diverse offering. The teen got waffles that were light and fluffy and fresh. The egg-salad toast was light and fresh. The small bites of yogurt and fruit were the perfect combination. I suggest using the smaller plate and going back for different options. That way you won't feel like you're eating too much. Now, for service, there wasn't one person in the room that didn't check on us through the meal, either at the table or at the buffet. Josie had a great smile when she seated us and Taylor took it from there. Pleasant and engaging without being fake. She really made the experience enjoyable. This would be a very special experience for a shower or special breakfast/brunch. read more
4 years ago
Casa Don Alfonso is located inside Ritz Carlton at dinner. This is a place I have been wanting to visit since it first opened. I made an excuse to celebrate my birthday over breakfast buffet there. Reservations is highly recommended. The seats fill up very quickly. The food quality and service exceeded my expectations. The price of the breakfast buffet is very reasonable ($33/person or $50/person for bottomless mimosa). It worths the splurge for special celebrations. I parked at the parking lot which costs $4 for the first 4 hours. I'd remember to do the valet next time which is free upon dining at Casa Don. Needless to say, I'd come back for sure. Perhaps to try lunch or dinner. read more
1 year ago
I've had better service at a Chili's. We wanted to order dessert but since service was nonexistent we didn't. I got the meatballs which were fine, I've made better meatballs myself at home and my partner got the catch of the day which he liked. Also, the chairs to the tables are so low it's so hard to actually eat. They should be cocktail chairs only- not for dining. read more
2 years ago
This was my first time here and I am in love. The brunch was fantastic. Any and everything you want is available and delicious! They had a lady violinist and vocalist that blew my mind. She made the ambiance even better. The staff were kind, accommodating and the perfect example of what service should be. We tried everything. Everyone should treat themselves to this experience at least once. I will be back. I forgot to take more pictures I was having so much fun. read more
First time here and it was fabulous! Beautifully decorated for the holidays! Reminded me of my days working in NYC during Christmas! We had the Christmas tree of drinks which was so much fun! From the superb staff, to the meal presentations to the exceptional cuisine, top notch from start to finish read more
9 months ago
Came for a weekend lunch and this place was a SOLID pick. We came with another couple and we were able to try most of the items on the menu: their pizzas, most of their pastas, and ALL of their desserts. It was the pizza that surprised us the most and was the crowd favorite. It is very well made with fresh ingredients and the crust was both deliciously chewy and was able to hold up to all the ingredients. The pastas: we had the maccheroni gratin (think mac ham and cheese), a very unique take on an eggplant lasagna, and grandmas ziti. They're very well made pastas, don't get me wrong, but felt like each pasta dish was missing something that makes you want to keep eating it. The pasta dishes lacked the comfort factor. They don't skimp out on desserts and they can be quite a presentation. We had three desserts and our favorite was the "cannoli" made from a candied citrus shell. Overall, it was a very enjoyable meal and the service was one of the best we've experienced in St Louis. Additionally, it's a gorgeous modern vast space. You'll enjoy your time spent here. read more
What can I say other than I expected better. They got my order wrong but at least the potatoes are just right. Smashed YUKON potatoes w/ sprigs of Rosemary salted to perfection. Add espresso or a fresh squeezed orange juice and your breakfast is complete! And entrée orders come with potatoes and a side salad. Disappointing that the salmon was the instant packaged type versus fresh cooked. read more
5 years ago
The restaurant is a beautiful place, extremely well decorated you really need to look around to appreciate it. Our server was good, knowledgeable and attentive. The whole evening went without any rush at all (sometimes even felt a bit slow). My cocktail The Little Fig was very good. We had several items from the menu and shared, the burrata "salad" was delicious with a super good pesto. I was very excited about the pizza but honestly the margarita was not as good as expected, just did not feel as high quality ingredients as I was hoping for, honestly I could have skipped it. The presentation of the catch of the day was nice and the tomato sauce which came with it was absolutely delicious(!!), the highlight of the dish (and maybe of my dinner). The fish itself was good but the sauce did the heavy lifting here, to be fair I am aware of our location and how difficult must be to get really fresh fish here and to the table. I don't usually enjoy ricotta on my food but the lasagna did not have "too much", just enough. It was very meaty so keep that in mind, I enjoyed quite a bit my wife thought I was a bit much. The price seem pretty reasonable considering location, ambiance, decoration and the experience they are trying to sell, I think that's part of the 4 stars. All said and done it was a nice dinner at a beautiful restaurant where and we had a good time, we'll probably be back to give it another chance to the pizzas and to try some other pastas. read more
The food was good. Over priced but fresh. Nothing to write home about. We got breakfast but were a party larger than 6 so the waitress had no incentive to do her job and was ABSOLUTELY ATROCIOUS. The reason this isn't just one star is because of how fresh the fruit was. I feel like that merits something at least. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Delicious! Not only is the food here delicious but so are all the little extras that they do to keep this place upscale. It starts off with Purse holders for the table with the Casa Don Alfonso Logo on them, to the cute plates for the bread and olive oil, nice serving dishes on tiles and even a logo on the dark chocolate on the dessert. It's definitely the little things that make this place unique. The service on top of that is amazing. The atmosphere is quiet and allows people to talk easily. Although it is really hard to get a reservation here, if you wait it out and wait long enough, you will def get one! I was originally supposed to go here with my husband but he went out of town so I came here with a bunch of girlfriends. It was definitely a great place to catch up yes the food was exceptional. I will definitely be bringing my husband back here. Definitely a place worth checking out. read more
5 years ago
Gosh this dinner was so disappointing. I had high hopes for it. The place itself is darling, the espresso martini was good (very tiny!), the blue cheese olives are stuffed and my water was never low. Those were the good things. The beef carpaccio was fine, nothing to crave-I've had better at other places in STL. The catch of the day was sea bass and it was tasty-again nothing knock your socks off worthy. The rack of lamb was very very fatty, lacked any flavor. There was nothing. No salt, rub, crust, etc. This was probably the gut kick because we were looking forward to the lamb. Our waitress was fine, she didn't ask how our meal was, didn't seem to care that over half of the very small portion of the lamb was still on the plate. It was odd. While we were there Ronnie Wood did come in so maybe priorities got shifted. Unfortunately we won't be back, we we're very bummed. read more
I love the ambiance of Casa Don Alfonso it's a great place to gather with girlfriends. I had been here for dinner before and it was a really great experience. This time I had come for brunch to celebrate a friend's birthday. The food was good but I expected a larger buffet of offerings for the price point. The cocktails were fantastic I tried one of their bottled offerings. I will definitely be back again for a special occasion but will probably stick to dinner service. read more
First time coming here and wow. This was easily one of my best dining experiences in St Louis We found free street parking because it was the weekend. We also had a reservation which I would recommend because they were busy. The interior was beautifully decorated with an open kitchen. The tables were not too close to others which I appreciated. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and made the experience fantastic. He shared the restaurant's history and was attentive during the whole meal. The fresh lettuce salad was great to share with the table and their bread was SO good! I ordered the broccolini gnocchi and it was delicious. It was flavorful and melted in my mouth. The cocktails were top notch and the dessert was so tasty!! This restaurant is on the pricey side but worth it every now and then! read more
4 years ago
The best thing about this Brunch was the Service and the Atmosphere. Beautiful space inside the Ritz Carlton and a great use of the space and seating options. If you're looking for something that feels upscale, this is the place. The food and beverage doesn't live up to the price. Sunday Brunch offers a buffet option with various fruits, parfaits, charcuterie, MTO Omelet station, various Meats and breads. The food I had (chicken sausage, bacon, potatoes, short ribs w/polenta, Omelet) was good, but it wasn't great. Overall, the experience was enjoyable. read more
This restaurant is absolutely exquisite, from the copper decor to the open kitchen I highly recommend visiting next time you are in St. Louis. The food is amazing, I really like their spin on lasagna. Their espresso martinis are excellent and they will even make a custom design on top. read more
This was our second time eating here and it did not disappoint. What an amazing meal. Everything was delicious. My favorite is probably the buretta salad with pizza bread it was just so fresh and outstanding. The service was excellent and a special shout out to the host for his kindness. He made the perfect welcome to the place. read more
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1 year ago
This place had been recommended to us by so many of our friends, and other Yelp users, so we finally tried it out for my birthday. To put it short, it didn't disappoint. About the Service- from the moment we walked in everyone was extremely nice, helpful, and welcoming. Our server was very knowledgeable on the menu and he even brought the Somalia out to help us pick a bottle of wine. I asked so many questions on the menu and he also helped me pick the Shrimp Tagliatelle based on what I told him I liked. About the Ambiance- the restaurant itself is so beautiful. I would say everyone in the restaurant was dressed nice in dresses, nice pants and nice shirts, etc. I would recommend stepping it up from your usual jeans and a T-shirt when planning your visit. The restaurant was lively, but not too loud or overbearing. Perfect setting for a date night! About the food- I got the Shrimp Tagliatelle and my fiancé got the Rigatoni and we were both very satisfied and impressed with our food. It was flavorful and fresh and I would definitely order both of these dishes again. The menu probably isn't what you first think "Italian food". Instead of Italian food like you would find on the hill, it is more Mediterranean inspired. Overall- my favorite thing about the restaurant was the actual restaurant itself because as I said it was BEAUTIFUL. They also gave me a macaroon and a birthday card which was such a nice touch for my birthday reservation. I would recommend this to any and everyone! Can't wait to go back. read more
4 years ago
The culinary offerings at Casa Don Alfonso tell the story of traditions passed down for generations in the family homes of southern Italy. These recipes come from a magical place, ripe with the culture and beauty of the Mediterranean. Alongside an unmistakable commitment to hospitality and service, Casa Don Alfonso brings hand-crafted flavors and carefully chosen ingredients with every bite. Renown Italian restaurateur Mario Laccarino is proud to invite guests and their loved ones to share and create memories, while experiencing the tastes of the Sorrento Coast. A family with four generations in the hospitality industry, the Iaccarinos opened Don Alfonso 1890 in the heart of Sant' Agata, Italy, creating what is today an internationally recognized two Michelin star restaurant with iterations all over the world. Mario now brings all of the best of his family's flagship to a more casual setting in St. Louis with the relaxed atmosphere and charm of Casa Don Alfonso. His vision, inspired by the hills, waters, tastes, colors and philosophy of Italy, is found in every aspect of the food, drink, ambiance, and service. Our chef de cuisine honors the culinary heritage of the Campania region, with seasonal ingredients that closely resemble the sun-kissed produce harvested at the Iaccarino family's farm. Fresh, handmade pastas create an edible narrative of the Iaccarino legacy, while whimsical desserts transport guests to Naples' nostalgic bakeries. Casa Don Alfonso also has its very own Pizzaiolo, crafting a variety of Neapolitan pizzas from organic sourdough. Whether you're planning to enjoy a full meal, or just stopping in for an afternoon espresso, we're excited to welcome you at Casa Don Alfonso. Let us transport you from St. Louis all the way to the Sorrento Coast. If Michelin doesn't award this place five stars, we may need to peel their rubber off our cars. read more
3 years ago
We came for the first time and had a great experience. We had Heather as our server. She was amazing at recommending and customizing our order. We felt she truly cared about our experience and we will return again! She was above and beyond!! read more
Casa Don Alfonso is an incredible experience to go to in the Clayton area. The artwork inside is absolutely gorgeous and there's truly not a bad seat in the restaurant. You can see the entire kitchen from the dining area and it's truly a treat being able to watch the chefs prepare the food. The actual meal is always second to none. You can't go wrong on the menu, but if you're unsure, serving staff is extremely knowledgeable. read more
2 years ago
4 stars because the ambiance is great. The decor is lovely, and the service is spectacular. They will make you feel like a celebrity. However, this place doesn't earn 5 stars from me. Truthfully, I was expected to be pretty blown away. When they opened, it was so difficult to score a reservation, so I figured this place was St. Louis's next best Italian restaurant. After a nearly $200 dinner tab for 2, all I can say is we would have been better off at Pastaria, Capital Grille, Herbies--really any other downtown Clayton establishment. Like I said before, the service was great. From the hostess to the servers, everyone was delightful, and I would go back again just to be treated the way I was. They were so pleasant. But that's the Ritz for you! At a place like this, my favorite dish shouldn't have been the pizza. But it was! I ordered Grandma's Ziti because according to Yelp and my waitress, that is one of the most popular dishes. For $36, I would've rather had 2 of their pizzas. The ziti was too sweet for a pasta sauce, and honestly, I was over it after about 3 bites. I brought it home for the rest of my family to try my leftovers, and everyone was left dissatisfied. The lasagna was good, but again for the price tag, I've eaten good lasagna at Pastaria or Pasta House lol. Espresso martini wasn't anything to write home about, but the appearance was beautiful and the taste was good. However, undeserving of its high price tag. Gelato was delicious and a generous portion. This is a great restaurant for an occasion. The atmosphere is beautiful and the service is superb. I would sit at the bar here any day and have a few drinks (however expensive that tab may surmount to be). But, like I've said, the food didn't blow me away at all. Just the pizza. And this isn't the kind of restaurant you go to for the pizza! The menu wasn't as extensive as I would have liked it to be. read more
4 years ago
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100 Carondelet Plz
St Louis, MO 63105
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