Mia Sorella

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Christy M.

I recently had a group lunch here based on a friend's suggestion. I can't believe I haven't been here sooner! I LOVE Trattoria Marcella so once she told me it's the same owners, I was delighted. Always happy to discover a unique, locally owned restaurant in the county. Mia Sorella is in a central location & conveniently off 141. However, the parking lot is shared with many other popular businesses so you parking can be an issue. Right now, it is decorated for the holidays & feels warm & festive. The food was delicious. My friend ordered toasted ravioli for the table which I'm not always a fan of. These are easily my faves in the area! Perfectly stuffed and fried, not too chewy nor heavy. Very delicious. I was between ordering Margherita pizza, chicken caesar panini, or spaghetti and meatballs. I ended up ordering the Margherita pizza (Neapolitan style - STL style was also an option). It was delicious though the dough was a little soft. They also provide a basic bread service (sliced bread & butter), which I always appreciate. I'll just have to come back to try the panini & pasta ;) Another thing - they don't take reservations so expect to wait and try to dine at an off-peak time if possible. As frequent diners of Trattoria Marcella, I already told my husband I want to take him here. I will be back!

Allison W.

Great Italian dishes in a festive setting. We went when they had decorated for Christmas- so fun! The fresh bread at the table was very good. For an appetizer, toasted ravioli is the way to go. It is some of the best I have ever had. For my meal, I went with the spaghetti and meatballs. Amazing! The flavor was excellent, and the meatballs were tender and juicy, not dried out or too dense. They were baseball-sized, so I only made it through half of a meatball at lunch. Everyone at the table enjoyed their dishes: tortellini, rigatoni, pizza. Our server was very kind and attentive. She boxed our leftovers for us. The only drawback- parking was limited for lunch on a Friday. There are other popular shops and restaurants sharing the parking lot. I'd get there early in case you need to circle back for a spot!

Jessica S.

We were visiting from out of town for a soccer tournament, and this restaurant came highly recommended to us. We started with the ravioli appetizer, which was amazing. Our pastas were all made fresh and the red sauce and white sauce were both some of the best that I've ever had. We can't wait to come back and bring family members the next time we are visiting.

Lauren R.

Currently they are decorated for the Christmas season! Bring the family and cheers with your friends and colleagues at their happy hour and stay for dinner. They offer Italian inspired dishes for everyone. I started with a warmed mulled wine and beef carpaccio. The beef was buttery and so thin. My guest had the grilled chicken caesar salad panini and I enjoyed the veal piccata. The flavors were bold and each bite stood out on their own. I was too full on table bread and my meal to try dessert but I will be back. For accessibility the entrance and restroom doors were on the heavier side and the marked accessible bathroom was odd. It had an open slit in the door and the toilet was tall where the toilet tissue was very low. I had to maneuver to reach it.

Ashley R.

Came for dinner on a Tuesday night after happy hour. As we arrived it was very busy. The parking lot is shared with multiple businesses and resturants so parking can get pretty tight. We were surprised to see how busy it was ok a Tuesday but we were able to get seated quickly. We had 6 in our party and they sat us in a really tight booth. It's not a place that can accommodate large groups. For starters we ordered toasted ravioli. The were big and so good. We wish we ordered 2 but we'll remember next time. Our entrée came and they were nice size portions. My boys ordered an original cheese pizza and kids pasta with shrimp. The portion was huge. A couple people ordered the lasagna which looked really good and was told it taste good. I had a small salad with salmon. The salad was good and salmon cooked perfectly. We didn't try desert because what they ordered wasn't appealing to us but we sold come here for dinner again. Oh, beware that it is very noisy in the resturant. Our was hard for us to have a meaningful conversation because we couldn't hear each other. The lighting is very dark as well.

Debby A.

Ambience is comfortable with heavy wood furniture and leather banquettes against the wall. The bar area seems popular. Lighting is a little dim, which I like. We went when there were not many people, but I would think it could get loud at peak times. We started with a Sicilian martini for me - it was light and bright, not strong at all. My husband had a Jones root beer only that's not what we received. He received a crappy IBC root beer. We asked why it wasn't Jones and were told recently changed and the menu hadn't been updated. I asked if it was still $5 because Jones root beer runs $3-4 a bottle whereas IBC is about a dollar. She said it was still $5. We found that disappointing and misleading, but in all fairness she offered to bring him something else. Complimentary bread was nice and the butter was high quality. Toasted ravioli consisted of flavorful large pillows. The sauce was a great marinara which allowed the flavor of the ravioli to come through. It was delicious. Salads were next. He had a small Caesar and I had a small Marcella's salad. He loved the Caesar which had a lemony anchovy dressing that was light and not garlicky. The cheese was grated and the croutons were plain, no discernible seasoning nor oil or butter. He loved it, but it would not be my first choice for a Caesar. The Marcella's salad had fresh greens,small garbanzo beans, various other ingredients and a light dressing. It was very good and well balanced. Unfortunately there was a short dark hair on the plate. These things happen. I did not tell the server but it grossed me out. The picture is of the pizza, which was very good. We ordered the classic Pauly D's. Ingredients were fresh. Crust was crunchy but not crispy. It was good - a little smaller than I would expect for $24, but inflation is everywhere. The server was efficient, friendly, and good although she disappeared for 20 minutes when we were ready to go - again the kind of annoyance that can happen anywhere. I was disappointed she did not offer to remove the crappy IBC root beer from the bill. $5 for a bottle of cheap root beer is a joke. Also note that although they did not update the menu to read IBC root beer, they sure updated the check out system. I found that shady. Overall, food is high quality. Price is fairly high, too. I would go back during off hours, but not at peak times because it would be too loud for me.

Sami B.

Went to Mia Sorella on a Saturday evening, they do not take reservations so we showed up early around 5:30 to avoid long wait times. Table for 4 took about 15 minutes. We started with wine & arancini. Love that they offer different oz option for the wine versus glass or bottle. I split a small mista salad, and it was really good not too heavy with the dressing. I had the special seafood lasagna, I really enjoy fish & seafood dishes and that's typically my go to when eating out but there was like an overwhelming amount of fish and some of a little more fishy than I prefer , other than that the sauce & portion size was amazing. My sister got the spicy rigatoni & added shrimp & mushrooms her dish was my favorite thing I had all night and I regretted not just getting the same thing. I ended the night with a tiramisu martini, and it was underwhelming. I have had much better but it happened to be on sale that night so all in all wasn't too bad for the sale price. The waitress was attentive & kind. Would come back again!

Jami R.

Had an absolutely delightful evening celebrating my mom's birthday on the patio. Service was friendly and food was delicious! Will be back!

Leslie H.

This is a new-to-me place that a group from work visited during lunch. Our server was helpful and attentive. I had asked his opinion on two dishes I was deciding between, and he steered me in the right direction. The Pappardelle is amazing! The flavors are so, so good.

Marissa K.

Typically eat inside. This was the first time ordering take out and maybe now I know why. While the main courses were good, the Tiramisu was thrown into the to go container and looked like this - a big mess. So caution - do not order Tiramisu to go if they're going to continue packing it up like this. (Pick up time was 6:48, got there at 6:48 - so it wasn't like I was late picking it up. I strongly suggest under "Special Instructions", request they give it to you upon arrival, instead of leaving out it to melt....)

Jensen K.

One of my favorite toasted ravs in all of STL! Always great service, interesting specials, and I've never been disappointed by the food. Lots of great prices and options for happy hour as well.

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Jamie B.

2 years ago

The Pappardelle pasta is amazing!! Love this place so much! It's so warm and cozy, great service and atmosphere, not stuffy at all if you know what I mean. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Cresta W.

2 years ago

Food and service are the absolute best ! I have never had a bad meal! Drinks are great - food portions are excellent.

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C L.

2 years ago

Family gathering at this Italian restaurant in Chesterfield. Great location, great food and friendly staff.

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Malette S.

4 years ago

Love this quaint spot. I get the Lasgna and a classic salad. I order online and they bring it out to the car. Always hot and delicious. 10++++ 's. read more

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Djuana B.

3 years ago

Everything was spectacular. Always great food and great service - wonderful atmosphere!

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David S.

2 years ago

Food meh....average Italian food at best. Many other choices for good Italian food in St. Louis.

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Marti M.

4 years ago

Usually love Mia Sorella. This time we it was "ok". We sat outside and the gentleman that was making sure our water was filled was smiling and quick to service. Our waitress, not so much. The menu was smaller than last time we were there and the salad one of my friends always gets is no longer on the menu. We asked the waitress and she said they had new staff and had to change the menu so they could learn the dishes. Not sure how hard it is to learn a Cobb salad. The flatbread pizza, roasted vegetable was just ok. read more

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Wow!!! I've been coming here for meetings and have never ordered a full meal until this week. I've had the Caesar salad for lunch which is good, the toasted raviolis for late night snack which are amazing, and today chicken modiga which was absolutely spectacular. Service is alway top notch. Great place! read more

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Peter G.

3 years ago

Great food. We have had dinner several times. We ordered from catering recently. As my daughter in law said the lasagna was the best she ever tasted. read more

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Chase K.

2 years ago

Food and service has been outstanding. They have my favorite toasted ravioli in town by a big margin. Very lively dinner atmosphere.

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Dave S.

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2 years ago

Visited here with three friends and all of us shared the same opinion. OUTSTANDING! The atmosphere is nice but not stuffy and the service is as good as any of us have ever had. The wine list is good and is served at the proper temperature for both white and red, The items ordered were Meatballs and Mista Salad - 5. Perfectly cooked moist giant meatballs with zesty sauce and a delicious salad. Cannelloni - 5. Excellent pasta with creamy tomato sauce and the right amount of garnish. Chopped wedge salad - 4. The reason for a 4 is the personal preference of bacon over chicken. Chicken Parmesan - 5. As good or better than any I've eaten. The chicken was moist and cooked perfectly with a generous amount of cheese. The pasta was very well cooked but with a bit too much sauce for my personal taste. The only real downsize to this place is the terrible parking situation (actually, it is a lack of parking). It also can get a bit too loud for some folks. Still, it is worth your time to stop in and give it a try. read more

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Meghan N.

3 years ago

The food and the staff were great. I've been here several times. But the salmon portion on the grilled salmon salad was laughable for $23 so I won't be getting that again. Seriously it was the size of a mozzarella stick. read more

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Max G.

4 years ago

Our dining experience was fantastic. Our host Ava was on point. The food was excellent including our desserts. Highly recommended!

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Sandra C.

3 years ago

Toasted Ravioli and lasagna were delicious. We went before 5, and were able to find parking and get a table. Service is excellent, and it was easy to talk. Also, the cranberry mule was absolutely divine. I spent much more than normal, but it was worth every penny. read more

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Rebecca K.

5 years ago

Seasoned perfectly in house and curbside. One of the best beef tortellini dishes I have ever had. read more

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Kirstin G.

3 years ago

The cocktails were fantastic and the dishes we had were amazing! The service was wonderful too, attentive but not pesty. Great atmosphere!

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Suzette K.

3 years ago

Food is great! It's a fun atmosphere with great food. The braised beef tortellini is our favorite! Truly haven't had anything that wasn't great there. We will definitely go back! read more

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Bob W.

3 years ago

The food is fantastic, the drink named the Town and Country is exquisite! Darryl at the bar is the man!

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Molly K.

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8 years ago

Fantastic food, cocktails and service! Great place. Went there for a date night with our neighbors and had a blast! It was packed, but we sat and had glass of wine at the bar while we waited to be seated. Regardless of the extremely busy time (sometime 2 or 3 deep at the bar) the bartenders we top notch! We wanted for nothing and were never without a drink in hand and a full water. It was very impressive actually. Once we were seated the amazing service continued with our waitress. She was super knowledgeable of the menu, a wonderful and charming attitude, and very efficient all while have a full to the brim section. I switched from wine to their Manhattan. They were fantastic. Perfectly balanced and quite the bang for your buck. Additionally I got the beef carpaccio. Wonderful. Light and delish. We also tried a couple salads and the pizza. All very well done. Not a single complaint, we will frequent Mia Sorella often and HIGHLY recommend it! read more

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Mike D.

4 years ago

Mia's is one of our favorites. The food is spectacular. The service was excellent. Everyone was so pleasant and nice. One guy miraculously appeared every time a water glass was 1/2 full. It was a lovely evening. We were treating my brother and his wife visiting St Louis. They were extremely impressed so thank you Mia Sorella. read more

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Leanna K.

3 years ago

Great food and service. Pizza was amazing!Fun atmosphere near the pier and happenings.

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Gwynneth C.

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3 years ago

Overall the food is fantastic and the service is very attentive. I do feel more recently there has been shrinkflation. The portion sizes are noticeably smaller than previous visits on multiple dishes I normally order. read more

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Melissa A.

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3 years ago

Service was really great. Our group went for Friday Happy Hour and everything tasted delicious.

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Larry R.

4 years ago

Always excellent. Friendly staff always busy. Worst part is finding a parking place. We try to go at least once a week. read more

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Dawn H.

4 years ago

Excellent food and service. Not fussy/too fancy, a great family Italian place to dine. Added to our favorites read more

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Ryan G.

3 years ago

Toasted ravioli is amazing. All around great, nice employees! The vibe in the place is so nice.

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Nancy And Steve F.

3 years ago

Great food, service and ambiance! I highly recommend it! Based in aTown n Country, where this type of restaurant is rare

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Kevin N.

3 years ago

Excellent high quality and generous volume. Service good considering very busy on Friday night. Ambiance better than imagined . Romantic with prices less than many others. read more

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Harry H.

3 years ago

There food is spectacularly good. Service has always been very friendly, and unlike many post Covid menus the prices are still reasonable.

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Dawn K.

3 years ago

Food was good but the service was horrible! Ou sever seemed to have completely forgotten us. Waited about 25 minutes for the check and then only able to get after getting the hostess to ask for it. read more

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Kathy C.

3 years ago

Great food good service great outdoor patio good Italian parking not so good good wine list

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Dawn M.

3 years ago

This is part of the Trattoria Marcella restaurant family! The best toasted raviolis in town! Risotto and pastas are excellent!

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William C.

3 years ago

Our lunch with friends at Mia Sorella was delightful. Delicious food served promptly and courteously. Our server, Allison, was very attentive and polite and we welcome and appreciated. Definitely one of our favorite places! read more

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Matthew L.

4 years ago

I rarely write reviews; however, my family and I just returned from having dinner at Mia Sorella's, and we had such an excellent experience that I wanted to give them a review. Since COVID, I know it's been challenging for restaurants to maintain a sufficient staff; my experience has probably been like a lot of diners..hit or miss.... We went to Mia Sorella's to celebrate my wife's 60th birthday. Our dinner tonight was perfect! Despite being extremely busy, the staff hustled non-stop to take care of their guests. I couldn't get over how many times our waitress and a bus boy stopped by to see if we needed anything! And the food was Mia Sorella's typical FANTASTIC! My wife, son, and I all loved our dishes. Having such great food served by a friendly, attentive staff made for a perfect dining experience...it was like the "good ol' days" again! :) Thank you Mia Sorella's! read more

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Jessica R.

4 years ago

My mother and I was looking for a place to grab lunch before her appointment and decided on Mia Sorella. I glad we did! The staff was friendly and the food was amazing. read more

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Shari M.

4 years ago

We have ordered take out twice. We love the mista salad, meatballs, the homemade toasted ravioli are the best I've ever had, and we also loved the margherita pizza. It was all fresh and authentic. We will definitely go back again. read more

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Shelley M.

3 years ago

Our first time here was 4/15 & it was excellent! All 4 of us enjoyed our entrees (Chicken Parmesan, Beef Tortellini, Chicken Soto & Chicken Caprino). Our server Ava was very knowledgeable on the entrees, attentive & friendly. We will come back! read more

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James K.

Thank you Shelley. Ava has worked here for over 5 years starting as a…

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Tominik P.

3 years ago

This place has the best Italian food in STL. The Lasagna is to die for, it's extremely fresh, flavorful and filling.

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Jessica K.

9 years ago

I think a review is in order as I've visited more times than I'd like to admit... Happy Hour is the best in the area. The red wine blend is balanced and more on the dry side, just the way I like it. The beef carpaccio is my fave topped with arugula and aioli. The ravioli is a must, also made in house. Sirloin steak slider is cooked medium and seasoned well - $6.50. All the bartenders are amazing. Only complaint is the parking. Good luck finding parking! Ha. read more

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Allison R.

3 years ago

Great service and wonderful food!! Been here several times with my family and have always enjoyed it. Minus the parking lot which is always full but no stars off for that read more

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14426 Clayton Rd
Ballwin, MO 63011
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(636) 333-1015
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What time does Mia Sorella open?

Mia Sorella opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Mia Sorella opens at 4:00 PM on Saturday.

What time does Mia Sorella close?

Mia Sorella closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Mia Sorella closes at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.Mia Sorella is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 8:30 PMFri 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMSat 4:00 PM - 9:30 PMSun Closed

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Does Mia Sorella take credit cards?

Yes, Mia Sorella takes credit cards.

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Does Mia Sorella have catering options?

No, Mia Sorella does not have catering options.

Does Mia Sorella have a drive thru?

No, Mia Sorella does not have a drive thru.

Does Mia Sorella have a happy hour?

Yes, Mia Sorella has a happy hour.

Does Mia Sorella serve alcohol?

Yes, Mia Sorella serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Mia Sorella allow dogs?

Yes, Mia Sorella allows dogs.

Does Mia Sorella have TVs?

Yes, Mia Sorella has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mia Sorella have bike parking?

Yes, Mia Sorella has bike parking.

Does Mia Sorella have outdoor seating?

Yes, Mia Sorella has outdoor seating options.

Does Mia Sorella have parking?

Yes, Mia Sorella has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Mia Sorella wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Mia Sorella is wheelchair accessible.

Does Mia Sorella have free WiFi?

Yes, Mia Sorella has free WiFi.

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Will you be open Christmas?

According to their IG post, they will be closed 12/22 - 12/25.

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Do you have a happy hour?

Best Happy Hour in town! Very civilized, not a meat market. Great small plates, wines, more.

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Do they take reservations?

No, you must also get on wait list in person

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Faraci Pizza

Best Pizza and Service you'll find in St Louis,,,great menu,great service and great atmosphereread more

Very good pizza and salad. Great service and friendly staff. We always enjoy Faraci Pizza and…read morerecommend.

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Large sausage pizza.

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Rich & Charlie's

Food, service and ambiance is great. Food is authentic. My only complaint is that the servings are…read moretoo large. When I'm not going home right after my meal to take my doggie bag, I always waste food by leaving it on my plate. But, my wife and I love this cozy restaurant.

Food was delicious and our server Maddie was great, friendly and on top of things. My grandson and…read moreI had a wonderful time.

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Bartolino's Twin Oaks

3.9

(105 reviews)

4.0 mi

Tried out St. Louis style Pizza for the first time! Thin, cracker-like crust, very similar to…read moreChicago Tavern style but featuring "Provel" cheese; a processed blend of Swiss, Cheddar and Provolone! The rich creaminess and unique flavor of the Provel shines since the crust is so thin, which is the beauty of this style of pie so to me, this was excellent. The fried raviolis had a crispy and flavorful batter and the garlic butter cheese was dense but tasty. Service was very friendly and food came out at a reasonable pace. The place itself had a very clean and modern look but still felt casual. Food was very heavy but they do have lighter options; I just wanted to try some St Louis staples.

This was my first time eating at the Bartolino's Twin Oaks location and I was super impressed and…read moreit was even better than the Hill and South Lindbergh locations that are great too and I've ate at those several times over the years. I ordered the Tortellini Piselli that is pasta shells stuffed with beef and pork and finished in a delightful sauce of peas, mushroom, prosciutto, cream and Parmesan cheese. My friend had a plate of Rigatoni with Italian sausage that I tried a bite of and was deliciousness as well and the pasta had a very garlicky sauce as well that I want to go back for soon. I'll probably opt to dine at this Twin Oaks location from now on, it's more elegant but still warm and inviting than the other locations. Also I found the service much friendlier than the others as well.

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The bar can seat 30 people!

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David the bartender was excellent!!

GIO Modern Italian Restaurant - Chesterfield

We visited Gio recently, to celebrate my birthday. They are one of my fave Italian spots to go to…read morein west county, since they offer Penne Ala Vodka. Surprisingly though, I didn't get it this time. I decided to change it up and was pleasantly surprised with the items I chose (see pics). Their service was fantastic! The dining room was empty when we first got there but quickly filled up. Their beautiful patio (which is dog friendly) was packed too! They offer wine flights too, which was fun!

I visited by chance today as I was searching for a brunch spot. I almost went to a place I have…read morebeen to before but managed to talk myself in trying somewhere new close by. The interior of the restaurant is bright and welcoming and classy. I enjoyed the greenery and the hedge walls as a back drop and the warm orange umbrellas seen from my seat on the patio. I chose to sit inside but I was put in a corner. While my server was attentive, I felt like he zipped off as soon as he came by or dropped something off so I didn't get that personal touch read about in other comments. I also never got a fresh refill of any drinks and soft drinks are 3.50! I ordered the salmon crostini and tacchino sandwich. And while the ingredients were fresh and plentiful, and it left me wanting more: more toast on the crostini as it was soft and flimsy with the salmon which is also soft and flimsy, wanted more tomato flavor in the tomato goat cheese mousse, wanted more goat cheese spread and fruit compote on the sandwich to offset the density of the turkey. Everything was very one note and a variance in texture. The fries and ranch were excellent. They were hot and crispy and the ranch was addictive. I wouldn't mind giving Gio another chance, maybe at dinner.

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Complimentary donuts

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The classic

Candicci's Catering And Express

4.1

(7 reviews)

0.8 mi

We did an online order and arrived very early and went inside to check in. They made our order and…read moresaved us 16 min, very kind on a Saturday night to do when they were busy. Pizza, salad, bread, pasta was all very good. The bread was super fresh. We had a group of 4 and there wasn't that much bread and we got 2 large salads. Would come back but I do think the price for value is a little more than it needs to be. Support local and great Italian food otherwise!

I miss the old Candicci's with its large outdoor dining area as well as the indoor dining area with…read morea bar, good pours and big menu. The smaller Candicci's is catering and takeout. While it's still good, I think the portion sizes have decreased from past visits. Take out containers are good quality and the food is decent quality too. While I hope this set up is successful, I'm hopeful they go back to a full service restaurant.

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Pepperoni Pizza

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Candicci's Salad

Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria

We just enjoyed a great family dinner at Katie's. All of us had a lot going on that day and by…read moretime we realized we didn't have any food ready to be cooked at home, eating out made good sense... and Katie's was the right pick. Hans was a great server, taking care of us and getting the watermelon salad - a thick slide of watermelon with hundred tomatoes, cheese and more on the top - very good! For appetizers three of us enjoyed gluten-free (gf) pasta and a find (regular crust) pizza - all good. The gluten free pasta is high quality and good. The pizza... peach and spec / smoked prescuitto... similar to Hawaiian and oh so good! Unfortunately we arrived late and filled ourselves, so we'll need to wait on dinner until the next visit. Thanks, Katie's!

Three of us visited Katie's for brunch on Sunday around 11am. There are plenty tables open even we…read moredo not have reservations. Ambiance is welcoming and cozy as usual. Both brunch and usual dinner menu is available at this time. We love most food here. Bottomless mimosa is available at $22/person. What do I recommend? - Fried squash blossoms is always our favorite appetizer - We tried a number of brunch options. We love Wood Oven Eggs in Purgatory the most.

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New Brunch Menu!

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Black spaghetti

GuacoTaco Elevated Fresh Mex

4.0

(18 reviews)

1.9 mi

I decided to check this place out since I was already in the area and had some time to kill…read more Ordering online was quick and easy, and when I arrived for pickup, I noticed they have a separate entrance for carryout and delivery drivers. It's a nice touch that you don't see very often. I ordered the three-taco pack: carne asada and chicken fajita on flour tortillas, and the gringo on a corn tortilla. I started with the carne asada, followed by the chicken fajita and the gringo. The first few bites were promising, but overall, I was a bit underwhelmed. The tacos all seemed to lack seasoning, and even with the mango salsa--which definitely helped--they were still on the dry side. They're still new, so I'm sure they'll continue making adjustments and fine-tuning things over the next few months. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would be willing to give them another try down the road.

This a nice big spacious restaurant with plenty of Roma it wasn't busy so we did not have to wait…read moreat all. There is a QR code to scan, order and pay on the table, or you can put up a number on the table indicativo that youd like a waitress. Since we were using cash we had a waitress and she was friendly and attentive. The chips and queso we're delicious. The queso does have a lock but to me that is what made it good. I got the taco trío with Fish (shrimp in my case) and although it could have had less sauce on it, the flavor as very good. The Birria was my favorite. Delicious with a consume that was equally yummy. I had a chicken fajita taco also and while bot bad, I did not find it extremely flavorful and would not get it again. My mom on the other hand who isn't as into thensoice as I am loved the chicken taco and also her Carne Asada Taco. We each also got a side of street corn which was very good. It is a big enough order to share if you have ordered a good amount for your meal and just want a bit of corn. Over all i give this a solid A. The food and service were both good and the menu has quite an array in which you can have tradicional items for example, bowls, tortas, nachos, quesadillas etc. I look forward to trying other items here.

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Full bar! Surprisingly some good Scotch in that little bar.

Al Pastor Taco

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Salsas and slices of zucchini and radishes

Circle 7 Ranch

Americana fare. Large, varied menu. Great drink selection. We arrived during early evening service,…read moreso moderately busy. Very good service and food was good. Prices are reasonable. Decent portions.

I'm so glad we chose to check this place out! We were looking for a casual lunch spot before an…read moreevent and decided in Circle 7 after it was recommended to us. We started with drinks, the circle 7 old fashion and their lemonade, they were both good. The appetizer list had so many good options but we landed in the pickle coins, these were the best fried pickles I have ever had, each was perfectly breaded and fried. For our mains we got the voodoo chicken tacos (with rice and beans) and the garlic lime shrimp tacos (with Mexican street corn). We both loved the tacos, my only complaint was that I wish the dishes were a little warmer temperature wise when they arrived to us. Looking forward to coming back with friends and trying to sit at one of the tables with the self serve beer taps!

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Beer tap at table

Memphis Dry Rub Wings (1 lb.)

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B2C2 with gluten free bun

St Louis Taco and Pita Grill

I always forget about this place but I don't know why. I have here twice in both times I said I…read morewanted to come back. They have something for everyone. The food is delicious. Seating is plentiful. The service is wonderful. You can really see the pride they have in the food they serve. More people should be talking about this place.

On this particular Saturday late afternoon I decided to try this little establishment that is not…read morefar from where I live in the ballwin/Ellisville area. Taco and pita grill, the menu has a lot of options and very good prices. Since it was my first time at this location I went with Chicken Fajitas at just over 15 dollars it was a very good choice. The chicken all breast meat was very tasty, the onions and peppers were fresh and grilled just right. There was more than enough of everything and it all was very tasty. If you are in the area I recommend that you stop in and give The Taco and pita grill a try.

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Best lamb I've had anywhere in StL. Sauces & dressing seemed home-made as well. Yum yum!!

Gyro platter $11.99.

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My cousin liked the restroom.

Original Shawarma House

4.6

(93 reviews)

2.0 mi

Unassuming strip center location on Manchester west of 141. Order and pay at the counter and…read morethey'll bring the food to your table. I had the chicken shawarma sandwich combo, which came with fries, coleslaw, a side of picked carrots and sliced pickles and a drink for around $17. The drinks are canned, along with bottled water, and the sodas are mostly off brand (Sam's cola etc). Napkins are paper towels from the dispenser. The sandwich was good sized, fresh and hot, with a tzatziki sauce, and the fries were plentiful. Overall, an enjoyable meal, save for the drinks and "napkins".

Great people, great food. The best shawarma in STL for sure and the best I have had in the US. My…read moretaste buds said, Mashallah! Highly recommend!

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Phoenicia Mediterranean Deli

These reviews of the food at Phoenicia are spot on. It is absolutely delicious, all the way down…read moreto the slight lemon taste of the rice and the dill of the dill pickles. The salad is Mediterranean, not your regular tossed salad with Greek dressing. The baklava - either almond or pistachio! The garlic sauce and tzatziki are both unique to the establishment and definitely empty when we were done with our meal. Sharama, hummus, and tabbouleh each had remarks made in their honor. Buy your favorite and savor your decision with something else of your choice. The service is what the owner can do, while taking orders, cashiering, and directing the kitchen......oh and working as a professor. His personality is worth the visit to the restaurant but do not leave without eating! Relax. The ambience is relaxing and comfortable. Since we're from out of town, visiting as a result of a friend's death, it will be a while before we return, if ever. Thus, toast us with a bite in our honor. We will be chewing elsewhere, until we will meet in the earth that awaits us all.

This is primarily take out. Shawarma, gyros, and baklava are fantastic. Owner works the counter and…read morehe is friendly, and downright entertaining. Service isn't fast, but everything is prepared to order and is worth the wait.

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The Port of Peri Peri

3.9

(103 reviews)

2.5 mi

Locally owned & operated

3 years in business

A couple weeks ago my husband and I were running errands and wanted something healthy to eat. Since…read morewe were nearby he suggested The Port of Peri Peri. We had not been there since having new ownership and hoped it had not changed in taste and quality. There was absolutely no need to be concerned...it was possibly even more delicious. Located in a strip mall next to a Fresh Thyme Market, Peri Peri has a pretty nondescript dining area. It is clean and comfortable, and perfectly fine for a counter service establishment. The owner took our order and went out of his way to help me select a "milder than mild" sauce. I am no longer able to tolerate very spicy foods which is a shame because the peri sauce is extremely flavorful. My husband always opts for the spiciest or nearly spiciest option and had his usual 1/4 dark chicken but chose flame-grilled corn on the cob, which was good but not the same as his usual rice. I decided to opt for the Falafel Rice with the lemon pepper sauce. I was not disappointed. The owner also provided us with a generous serving of hummus and pita on the house - a nice complement to the meal. I love that the food is prepared fresh and not sitting there waiting for me. It may take a bit of time but it is worth it. The new owner and staff are very friendly and happy to answer questions. The food is very good. If you haven't already, I highly recommend dropping in and giving them a try. I think your taste buds will thank you!

The food is always flavorful and absolutely delicious. I usually stick with my favorites--the…read morechicken wrap and fries, or the Signature chicken and rice plate (both are constant go-tos)-- today I tried the Pericini for the first time and WOW. Cheese-stuffed chicken nuggets... need I say more? Crispy, juicy, cheesy perfection. I'll definitely be ordering those again. I haven't had a single side dish or dessert here that I didn't love. Everything is consistently good, which is rare. On top of that, the service is always great and the restaurant is very clean, which makes the whole experience even better. If you're craving bold, flavorful food that actually delivers every time, this place is it. Highly recommend!

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Nina H.

2 years ago

This awesome Italian joint is our go-to local spot for a reason - it's just too good to resist! Normally, we grab takeout to enjoy a scrumptious meal at home, but this past weekend we decided to mix things up and dine outside. Our server was not only super friendly, but also had a great sense of humor that had us cracking up at the table. We kicked off the night with a jalapeno margarita that was the perfect mix of sweet and spicy. And let me tell you, the Arancini Balls filled with risotto and cheese were out of this world! The roasted cauliflower and asparagus were way more delicious than we expected. Each bite was a flavor explosion that left us wanting more. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Michael S.

209

13 years ago

This was one if the best restaurants I have been to in a long time. Our server Rachel was friendly, helpful, and knowledgable about the menu. The service was great and the food was incredible. The manager came to make sure our experience was good. The whole experience was wonderful and we can't wait to go back! Birthday desert was awesome. read more

Michael S.

416

126

8 years ago

Terrible service. I understand they're busy so go on a wait. Don't just shove people into the bar. Food was slow to come out. Asked to speak to a manager he didn't seem to care. Pasta lacked flavor and seemed to be overpriced. Drinks were weak and their mediocre wine selection was way overpriced. Much better Italian options in the area. read more

John B.

9 years ago

The only thing good I can say is that the toasted ravioli was super good. The Italian salad had no flavor, no cheese. The pizza was average at best and the beef medallions modega had some flavor in the sauce but the steak had little flavor. Side pasta was good. Bill was 100$. just not worth the drive from north county read more

Khalid M.

5 years ago

Horrible, the manager is so disrespectful! Told me to not come to his restaurant again and that Grubhub sucks and they refused to place my curbside order and all i was trying to do is make a some money delivering a order thru Grubhub. Also on google and yelp the first thing you see is that they deliver with Grubhub. read more

Greg T.

8 years ago

Outstanding food. I really should go here more often especially as Italian is my favorite. I think I'll head there tonight! The staff is wonderful and efficient. Only slight issue is parking is crowded and not nearly enough during high demand times. read more

Phil B.

4 years ago

Great ambiance and attentive staff, not just our waiter. Food is always delicious and there is always a crowd. Come early or come after 730p on the weekends. read more