Massa's is a well known local favorite for Italian food. Recently visited the Bridgeton Mo location…read moreand pleasantly surprised at the upgraded flooring and it looks great! Unsure when it was done but there was carpet in the past.... This is a smaller dining area and there is a full bar in the back where you can pick up to go orders as well. Upon arrival we did not have a wait to get a table (must have been perfect timing). Our waitress came over quickly to take drink orders and brought over the tasty Italian bread! Our choices for the evening was a large salad to share, carbonara pasta and the Cajun pasta. We knew to only order one meal, but ordered two and had plenty of leftovers! The salad was amazing as always! Great dressing, cheese, artichokes, what's not to love! Our pasta arrived in large white pasta bowls. The Cajun pasta is loaded with the most delectable, creamy sauce and shrimp! The Carbonara was creamy with perfect noodles and the best flavors. Truly think this location has the best pasta! Our evening out included this perfect meal with a couple beers from the bar. Hope to be back soon!

I was in the mood for pasta and decided to give this place a try since I'd never been. I came a…read morelittle after they opened and was welcomed by several people. Someone immediately came by to give me water and menus. Before I came in I saw that they had pesto, so I knew I was going to try that. When my server came by, I ordered the peach martini and got a side Caesar with my pasta. The drink came first followed by the salad. The cocktail was so refreshing and was even better than I expected. It's on the sweet side but isn't overpowering. The salad was probably my favorite out of everything (including the pasta). The dressing isn't like a normal Caesar as I found it to be tangy but in a pleasant way. I also love that they didn't skimp on the parmesan cheese! Last but not least was the entree. Pesto is my favorite and while I wouldn't go as far as saying im a pesto snob, I know what its supposed to taste like and also, when it's not quite right. Unfortunately their pesto fell into the latter. It was def missing a couple ingredients as it didn't have much of a taste. I found it to be bland. I had a few bites but wasn't interested. I boxed it up bc I felt bland leaving behind a lot of pasta. Overall, my server was incredibly sweet and the service was great. I'm not writing this place off but def won't be getting their pesto again. There's other dishes that are worth a shot, so I'll try those next time.

The atmosphere is welcoming and homey, the staff is delightful and knowledgeable, and best for…read morelast- the food is immaculate and will leave you wishing you had more room in your stomach- our new favorite date spot and can't wait to come back

I've been here several times & it's always a good experience! It's located in a shopping center…read more There's both tables & booth and the aesthetic is clean although it still feels homey. There's both tables and booths along the walls. If you're in a larger party I def recommend calling ahead. We've had cocktails here, chicken parm sandwich, grilled chicken panino sandwich, fratellis salad, chicken Alfredo, tutto mare, spaghetti, the al formaggio, and the affogato. Everything has been delicious, fresh, and hot! The only complaint I'd make is that although it says panini for sandwiches they aren't the traditional paninis that are pressed & grilled but instead are just sandwiches so that was disappointing to find out after the fact. The staff are so friendly and attentive we hadn't been for almost 2 months and our waitress still remembered us & what I usually order. I love getting the al formaggio but instead of ravioli I get fettuccine, I love being able to have a portion of all 3 yummy sauces they have. Overall a great restaurant! I love that it's family owned, fresh ingredients, and a lot of stuff made from scratch (complimentary bread is yummy). My only true complaint would be that they don't sell that creamy Italian dressing by the bottle, would totally buy it all the time it's so yummy! Anytime we're in the area we'll be stopping by.

They get it! The decor is modern and beautiful. The restaurant is clean and has a romantic vibe…read more (Not going to lie, it's a little too dark but I get it!). Customer service is top notch. You're greeted at the door. My waitress was friendly and professional. THE FOOD! MAGNIFICENT!! The s'mores martini was sooo delicious! I love this part of St. Charles. It's soo beautiful with so many restaurants and activities. I had an awesome time and can't wait to return. PS. I made reservation for one person at 8 pm on Open Table. I arrived at 7:15 pm and my table was already ready. That's customer service!!! Good job to management and the employees at this location!!!

Very good service. And very good food! Quality, and presentation of the food is obviously a big…read morefocus, and it show. The restaurant is nice too, just on the darker side! Fairly expensive, but the quality of the food is representative of the price you pay!

Our celebratory dinner at Il Bel Lago was fabulous. First the ambiance is upscale and inviting,…read morebut not pretentious. Shortly after I sat down, we started with cocktails, I went with an old standard, but my husband and son tried signature drinks, and I highly recommend the Milk dud martini (it's almost dessert). We had Mark as our server (who was extremely attentive and helpful in making selections), he suggested a sample appetizer of tortellini and lobster ravioli (just a sample of each) and it was the perfect start to dinner. We then moved on to salads, some had the Italian salad and some had the Caesar - both were good, but the Caesar was served in a tortilla shell.... would have been better in a parmesan crisp cup. I selected the Sea Bass special - it was perfectly cooked and was in a perfect sauce. My husband and son had the Reagan pasta and my daughter in law had the Busch chicken all cooked to perfection. My other 2 sons had steak, one had the filet and one had the strip - both very generous cuts of beef and cooked perfectly....all in all a good night. Only curious item was when I asked for one of the small rooms I was told they had reservations for them....but we did not see it

Delicious. We came here on a whim while driving through the neighborhood and were pleasantly…read moresurprised to learn that the restaurant has its origins in the Hill. We arrived on a quiet, cold night and were seated right away. There were plenty of tempting menu options and specials, which made choosing difficult. We started with Nonna's meatball and each ordered a pasta dish. My wife chose the pistachio pasta, and I ordered the pappardelle. The meatball was excellent, and the sauce had an almost barbecue-like tang. My pappardelle was incredibly satisfying and easy to finish despite the generous portion. That said, my wife's dish was the clear winner. The chili brought a piquancy that read as a pleasant smoky note, perfectly complementing the tomato base. The tiramisu was unique and truly one of a kind. We will definitely be back.

This place was amazing! I came for a yelp event !!! And we absolutely loved all the pasta . The…read moreplace is very clean and efficient as well. The wait staff were very attentive. The pesto was amazing and noodles were great!

Tried their pasta arrabiata and pesto bianco and overall, it was a solid experience…read more The arrabiata had a nice kick to it and was packed with flavour. It's more of a comfort-style pasta than a traditional version with a hearty sauce. This definitely hits the spot if you like the bold and slightly spicy dishes. The pesto bianco was creamy and smooth, I thought it was pretty well-balanced with the amount of pesto and cheese. It wasn't too overpowering so it's easy to keep eating without getting tired of it. The portions were generous and everything tasted fresh (considering how you can literally see them make the noodles). Quick and satisfying meal, wouldn't say authentic but still enjoyed it!

The food was fabulous: fresh, hot, flavorful. The service was top-notch. Andres was our amazing…read moreserver but you could see well-trained professional staff from the hostess to the kitchen team & expeditor who brought piping hot food to our table as soon as it was ready. The restaurant is traditionally lovely casual with wood beams, rock details & outside dining. An excellent dining experience!

Amazing lunch at Antonio's Taverna was a pleasure. The food was fantastic and delicious…read more Calamari appetizer with grilled bread is exceptional! Not fried, but sautéed with a light red sauce really surprised me. Salad and soup, house with light vinaigrette and Avgolemino were both great. Nonna's Ragu and Grilled Salmon Pasta both excelled. Our server, Christine took exceptional care of us and recommended an outstanding Italian White to add to our entrees. We cannot wait to return!

A friend had raved about this place and I believe my expectations may have been too high. The…read morerestaurant atmosphere was nice and the service was good. The food was also good, but my entree was disappointing flavor-wise and my salad seemed really small. I'd come back again, to try a different dish.

I met a few friends here for an early dinner. It was recommended as one of his favorite places to…read moreeat by one of the people in our party. To start off we were welcomed by staff as soon as we walked in the door. The sisters who run the place are so friendly. I ordered the Portobello Sandwich which comes with a side of pasta as one of the choices. The waitress let me sub with marinara sauce since I don't eat meat. You would think this would be boring spaghetti topped with marinara. However, was the highlight of my evening. I need to come back for more of that marinara sauce! The sandwich was perfectly marinated and grilled with a few toppings and a hoagie bun. The restaurant was clean and comfy feeling with low lights. We will be back.

I decided to have lunch ordered today. I used, DoorDash to order the food for delivery. I had…read moreordered an entree and they had special on their house salad that you get two for price one. When my ordered was delivered, instead of an entree, I received an appetizer. I contacted, Erio's and DoorDash. Between them both, my ordered was made correctly and was delivered less than hour of my first delivery! Hands down, Erio's takes pride, not only in their food, but making sure that customers are satisfied with their order and secured in the knowledge that, they'll go above and beyond to make sure your experience and expectations is ! DoorDash also deserves praise as well! Again, 5 stars and 2 thumbs up is definitely deserved! One last note, always remember..if you're not happy with your order or you received a wrong order, contact DoorDash and more importantly, the restaurant. The restaurant will go above and beyond to ensure your order is correct :)

My fiance and I came here for his birthday. It was a gamble since neither of us had been here…read morebefore, but it definitely paid off! We came in on a Monday night, and the restaurant was rather busy, even for it being after 7pm. We were seated promptly by the window. The decor in the place is rather plain and, well, dated, but I'll never be picky about what a place looks like in the regard. Is it clean? Yes! Anyway, we had an opportunity to browse the menu before our waiter made it to our table. Mind you, it was a busy place and he was the only waiter, as far as I could figure out, so we were totally fine with a delay. We ordered an appetizer, mozzarella sticks, and we both ordered manicotti, one with red sauce and one with red/white sauce. I also ordered a side salad to try out their house dressing. Our appetizer came out fairly quickly, along with bread and butter. Both were great! I wished the mozzarella sticks were a bit warmer, but that's just me being picky. It wasn't cold by any means. Our manicotti came out pretty quickly. The presentation was very boring and plain: it was served on a plate, not a baking dish like many other places. However, the flavor? On point! It was sooo good. The pasta specifically tasted very fresh and was almost crepe-like in texture. Seriously tasty. The sauces were equally fantastic and not bland or boring at all. We wanted dessert, but we were so full! Next time we are totally doing dessert because I'm all about some tiramisu. It was a great meal and we will definitely be back. Don't sleep on this place and don't judge it based on the outside (a strip mall) or the decor. It's excellent!

Great food, great service, great wine, great place! I would not change anything. THANK YOU for the…read morewonderful evening!!

Man, I'm not gonna lie. Everything can be great. the food and you can have a really bad service…read morethet totally affects review. I think we had the worst server I've had in so long. I can't even imagine. The food was fantastic. We had a fillet! Super amazing with mushrooms and Gorgonzola cheese It was so great. We had two salads. While my husband didn't like it, my friend took it over for him and totally loved it. I had my own salad with goat cheese and spinach and it was fantastic. I enjoyed every single bite of it. I would say the place is a little bit too dark. Hard to read the menu and see each other. Kind of hard to hear each other but it all worked and it mattered. Because sometimes it matters who you're with However our server's name was Matt, he was the worst of the worst. the fact that I even gave him a tip was more than I can imagine that I did because I just don't do that Don't come to work if you're unhappy! You're making a bad name for a really great restaurant Matt. My lower view has to do with Matt and low lighting The food worth it !

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.

We enjoyed our visit to Charlie Gitto's On the Hill. We had a 5:00 reservation and arrived about 20…read moreminutes early but were seated right away. The vibe inside was warm, cozy, and sophisticated. There is also a small patio area that seemed to have a much different vibe. We were seated in a busy area of the restaurant, so there was frequent traffic passing by our table, which took away from the vibe a bit. It didn't bother us but I can see how it could bother others. Everyone we interacted with from the hostess to our waiter Brian and the other servers passing by our table, was friendly and welcoming. The manager even stopped to chat with us while we waited for our Uber. Now for the food, we started with the toasted ravioli we had heard so much about and it was good. For the main dish, we went with the lobster spaghetti which was one of the day's specials. The portion size was generous making it the perfect dish to share with my son. The dish was filled with lobster, shrimp, and other seafood, all tossed in a rich buttery sauce. We both really enjoyed it. Even though we were full from dinner, we didn't want to leave without trying dessert so we took a slice of carrot cake back to the hotel. It made a great late night snack. The cake was moist and the cream cheese icing was delicious. Overall, this is a nice spot for an Italian dinner.