I have been here before, but I haven't reviewed it. This place is fantastic!! Its located in downtown Clayton and has valet parking right in front of the restaurant. Its relatively small inside, but cozy. A nice touch - is they offer a free coat check, so you don't have to carry your bulky coats to the table. The service here is really outstanding- but I think a huge benefit is they cook seed oil free- meaning everything is cooked either in butter or olive oil. They source local ingredients- rotate lots of different seasonal specials and also have a chefs tasting menu. You can really tell they care about food quality here. Many of us did go with the Chefs Tasting menu which they are also very flexible about- meaning if a special isn't on the menu you can subsitute it, etc. You truly could put together your own tasting menu. They start the table with crackers and a blue cheese souffle. Then they also offer a plain bread with butter which is amazing! Such a nice touch! Then we got stone crab as an appetizer - which was a special and came with a mustard dipping sauce!! It was great- I just wished they cracked the stone crab a bit more as it was hard to get into. We got a variety of menu and special dishes- Tuna Tartare, Soup of the day- Mushroom, Mixed Green Salad, Spanish Octopus, Pasta special, Sea Bass special, Missouri Trout, and Porkbelly Special. We also had a Chai Creme Brulee for dessert. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. This is one of my favorite spots! I also love how they will bag your leftovers and leave them up front by the coat check so you grab it on the way out. They think of all the little details here. Overall experience 5/5. read more

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This is a French restaurant that consistently has fresh flavorful and beautifully presented dishes. I've come here many times and the service has always been friendly, attentive and welcoming. The atmosphere is warm inviting. It's a great place for a special occasion, a business meal, or just looking for some good food. Oh yeah, their pasta is House made! read more

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This was the second stop of my "progressive birthday dinner" (three stops; one for apps, one for entree, one for dessert). After a whole lot of research, knowing I wanted scallops for a main, I chose The Crossing. Our meal started with a complimentary offering of their bleu cheese soufflé with crisps and bread service--both delicious. I enjoyed a glass of their current "by the glass" Chardonnay, and my boyfriend got a Yeungling (poured table-side). I got my scallops, as planned, which certainly did not disappoint. Cooked perfectly, fresh and delicious. The wilted romaine seemed odd at first but totally rounded out the potato mash at the base, with the absolute flavor-bomb of the shiitakes. Highly recommend this dish any day! My boyfriend opted for the NY Strip; we both agreed it was one of the best steaks we'd ever had; seasoned perfectly and cooked masterfully. There was a slight mishap whereby a food runner gave him a tasting portion of the strip (likely meant for another table); we first didn't realize and were very disappointed with the size. However, without a word from us, the chef came out and personally explained, apologized, and corrected--I didn't snap a photo of the full portion when it came out, but it was perfect and much more what we expected. That brings me to the service, which was spectacular. Several staff members gave us a personal touch and they all seemed to be genuinely happy to be there. The space is beautiful and intimate. It was moderately busy and still quiet. The atmosphere feels upscale, but not pretentious or unapproachable. This place was on my radar for a long time, and I sure wish I'd gone long ago. If you're thinking about it, just go!! I can't wait to come back and try the chefs tasting menu--thank you for a wonderful dinner! read more

The Crossing - Sea Scallops - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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We took friends to dinner here, and wow, everyone was blown away by how great the food and the service was! Our friends were still talking about dinner the next morning and can't wait to come back the next time they are in town. Great job Josh and The Crossing crew - you knocked it out of the park!! read more

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This review is long overdue considering we cam in February (whoops!) This is a celebration/special occasion spot for sure, but your money will be well spent and every bite is worth it. As we were celebrating my birthday, we opted for the "Premium Tasting Menu" with wine pairing. Though not stated on the menu, you can swap in the majority of the dishes from the a la carte menu. Menu highlights for me included the Spanish octopus & the quail. At the recommendation of our server, we tried the Lemon Semifreddo for dessert and were pleased. No dish was bad though, unless you are absolutely opposed to some flavor I don't think you can go wrong. Other special touches: a card at the table wishing me a happy birthday and a bonus sample of the octopus since we had mentioned to our server we wanted to try it. Our server was top notch - perfectly attentive, provided good advice, and didn't rush us. I loved the art (from a local artist) around the restaurant, and our table in a small nook was a fun spot. Next time we have reason to celebrate I'd put this at the top of the list to return. read more

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There is nothing happier than a French girl at a French restaurant eating foie gras and cheesy bread. This is to say, I loved this restaurant. Perfect date night spot. The vibe is definitely classy, and you want to dress up. Our waiter was SO friendly and we quickly had a good rapport with him. You can order a la carte here or get the tasting menu. I recommend the tasting menu. For value, it's pretty great, and you get to try a lot more things (especially if you and your partner get different things and split). We each got the 4-course tasting menu, at around $75 per person with some upcharges for certain items, allowing us to try 8 dishes. ALSO, they came out with complimentary crostinis and melted cheese, as well as bread and butter, before our courses began coming out. I'll give a brief description and rating of each course, but I'll just say that generally, you likely can't go wrong here. Steak Tartare: 5/10 - I love steak tartare but the ratio of yolk to meat was too high. The steak was fresh and tasty, though. Also a hefty portion for a starter. Beet Salad: 8.5/10 - Loved this! It comes presented in a unique "layered" style, and the interplay of the creamy goat cheese and crunchier beets is awesome. Foie gras: 9/10 - Like I said, I just love foie gras. It's rare that places do it well without turning it into a paste. This is where it's at. And pairing it with berries is something I do when I make it at home too, so overall, big win. I do think this is a special, though, so unfortunately may not be available always. Escargot: 8/10 - This was a fun take on escargot, as you usually just see it in garlic butter. This had a bit of a different sauce, thicker and emulsified. The escargot were also well cooked and not too chewy. Quail: 8/10 - Surprisingly had a good portion of quail meat, which can sometimes be hard to find with this foul. The butternut squash and mushrooms on the side felt like a good umami coupling to the less rich meat, which itself was super moist1 Steak: 7/10 - Not the best steak. We got it rare which it was, but even then, the meat itself was so soft and squishy that it was a bit texturally weird. I normally get steak "Pittsburgh" style, so it's not an issue of it being too "rare." Otherwise, the mashed potatoes on the side were SO good we couldn't get enough. Chocolate Torte: 9/10 - YUMMY! If you like chocolate, you like this. The fudginess of this torte is so lovely. And with the vanilla gelato, you can't go wrong! Chai creme brûlée: 7/10 - A bit soupy for my liking, but the chai flavor, while subtle, was fun and unique. read more

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Excellent menu and food, the coursed everything perfectly. The ambience was also great along with the waiter Zachary! Extensive wine list with great reds. Enjoyed the tasting menu with adding a few things from Ala carte menu. Tagliolini was top notch! read more

Always a great experience. Excellent service and excellent food. This spot continues to be a favorite for special occasions. One of the best restaurants in St. Louis. read more

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After dining at Louie's on Demun the night before, we were extremely disappointed in The Crossing - mainly the service -it was terrible. Joshua was our server and he was very rude. We were 4 women out to celebrate a girls' trip. Joshua misrepresented the menu and cost. I guess he thought we were stupid. The tagliatelle with mushrooms I ordered was $34 for a small portion or $60 for a large portion. I ordered the large portion. I was billed for $75! I also ordered a tomato salad with goat cheese for $28, but asked if two of us could split it. He said we could. We were each charged $16. When I questioned the salad, he denied that we had asked to split it. When asked about the $75 pasta dish, he told me that morel mushrooms were the most expensive mushrooms in the world- the pasta I ordered did not have morel mushrooms. It was quite the scam. He BEGRUDGINGLY adjusted our bill - he was not happy and he let us know that. We will never be back- Louie's was far batter in food and definitely in service. read more

Wowwwwww. I'll start with that. I was looking for a good spot for our first wedding anniversary and this spot kept coming up in recommendations. There's a reason for that. We made a reservation and they had a cute little note at the table for us. The service was incredible all night. We were so amazed at how well we were taken care of - not just by our waitress but the bar staff, kitchen, literally never went without anything. We did the grand tasting menu and holy. Moly. This was one of the best meals we've ever had. Truly. I'll try to remember all the courses - Tuna tartare with creme fraiche for our first course, seared cod (I'm not a huge fish eater but woah), whitefish stew (flaky fish), house made pasta which was incredible, tender duck, local beef, dessert. So much food, we did not go hungry. Everything was so well spiced, sauced, and cooked to perfection. This is definitely a splurge meal, we shared a bottle of wine and with tip it was upwards of $500 but for our first anniversary it was 100% worth it. Highly recommend for your next big celebration. read more

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Wow!! This place completely exceeded my husband and I's expectations! We got lucky and they had a cancellation on a Saturday night! The minute we walked in we were blown away by the service and attention to detail. The wait staff was fabulous and our server Joseph was exceptional. He made fantastic recommendations, wine and food!!! It was the best meal we've had in years, if not ever. Do yourself a favor and come try this restaurant. You will not be disappointed!! read more

The Crossing - Delicious food, wine and bread! - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

One of the very best dining experiences I've ever had! We enjoyed the 8 course tasting menu with wine pairing and every single course was full of flavor and unique in some way. It was our first time eating here, so it was such a great way to try many of their menu favorites. And I loved that they didn't bring us both the same thing for each course, allowing us to try even more! The wines were paired perfectly, too. Our server was also fantastic. Can't wait to eat here again! read more

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I have been to the Crossing two times now and both visits have been fantastic. This visit was to celebrate a birthday so we did the chefs grand tasting. We were not disappointed. The restaurant is somewhat small so reservations are recommended. Service is quality with both servers and assistance helping out with Plate delivery and keeping your table clear. The food is always an experience here and allows you to step out of your comfort zone and enjoy every moment of it. I would definitely recommend the wine pairing with it read more

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A much refined environment with white linen cloth. The food was well prepared and very tasty. The service was nice and tidy our server offered options when asked. This is a polished restaurant and dining experience! read more

From the temperature to the staff to the incredible food and wine This place is fantastic and Jimmy has such a great touch for the perfect dining experience It's the best ! read more

I will never visit this restaurant because of how they treat people. I parked outside the restaurant to grab a drink at Starbucks next door. I did not notice the blue street sign that said the space is for valet parking from 5.30pm. Even though they sat in the window & watched me park, they didn't say anything. When I came out at 5.40pm, the police was already there and the tow truck was on the way! That means they called the cops at 5.30pm sharp. They could have looked for me - I was right next door. I have a lot of friends in Clayton and was told that they do this a lot! read more

This is definitely a place to celebrate a special occasion or to have just an all around great meal with great service. When you first walked in you are greeted by the hostess and if you have a reservation (and you do need reservations here on the weekend) they walk you to your table. It is a classy feel with white tableclothes and proper silverware that they refresh after each course. We alway get the tasting menu (4 courses) which is a great way to get a taste of so much of their good food. It is smaller plates than their regular menu but you will definitely be full by the end of the night. They also have a great bar and wine selection. Their menu changes based off the season. Usually they do have the Tagliatelle with beef ragu bolognese which is amazing. Ask the waiter/waitress for their suggestions and guidance, we have never been steered wrong. Also if you like the complimentary cheese souffle they give you at the beginning you can order another one. Overall we try to come here a couple times a year. It is highly recommended. read more

The Crossing - Mixed Green Salad - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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Girl Dinner October 2025: The Crossing in Clayton We did the prixe fixe tasting menu for $75 each... First Course we opted for: Roasted Beet Salad - Goat cheese, mascarpone, toasted pine nuts, shallots, sherry vinegar. (I dont normally care for beets but this was delicious!) Hamachi Crudo* - Lemon zest, chives, wasabi creme, trout roe, chili oil. (I could eat this every day!) Second Course: Spanish Octopus - Tonnato, basil, English peas, smoked potatoes, arugula, pickled peppers, balsamic reduction. (I LOVE octopus but this one left me slightly underwhelmed. It was a little overcooked and chewy.) We also had chefs creation spinach cannoli but I don't recall how it was made. Main course we opted for Missouri Grassfed Prime NY Strip with Pomme purée, broccoli, carrots, bone marrow butter Plus Nantucket Sea Scallops with Crushed potatoes, shiitake mushrooms, romaine, Parmigiano-Reggiano, lemon truffle. I was so full after this and didn't get pics of the desserts but none of them wowed us. Overall really good. Our hostess was amazing. The space was packed but didn't feel crowded. read more

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Great food Excellent service We did the tasting menu The beet salad was so yummy The Mediterranean branzino was so soft and flaky. Great flavors The space is small but nice ambiance. read more

I enjoyed an excellent birthday meal here back in April! My mom found the restaurant online, and thought it looked great for a special occasion. She was definitely right! The environment is unique-- upscale and refined yet very comfortable! Our server was very friendly without crowding us, and gave us great service throughout the evening. I opted for the tasting menu, which I thought was an excellent value at $65. They said the portions would be a little smaller than ordering each course a la carte, but I have a pretty big appetite and was totally satisfied. Of note was their delicious mushroom tagliatelle, which I had as my second course. But every course was excellent, from their complimentary homemade bread to the warm chocolate torte! I'd highly recommend The Crossing for a special dinner, or just a nice night out! read more

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The food and presentation was spectacular, the staff was friendly and I highly recommend it. read more

The Crossing - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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It's enjoyable to be treated to their four course meal. The staff is friendly and the food is amazing!!!

My partner and I placed a reservation for Valentine's Day on January 17. However, we were informed via email just two weeks prior from Valentine's Day that the price of the Premium Tasting Menu ($75/person; 4 courses) would be doubled to $150/person (same 4 course dishes but called Valentines Menu). With other Valentine's Day dinner spots fully booked at this point, we moved our dinner to a week earlier and chose the Chef's Grand Tasting Menu ($150/person; 8 courses). Some dishes, like the Lemon Semifreddo and Alaskan Halibut, were outstanding. However, when we received our bill, we noticed an unauthorized $15/person charge ($330 total). The restaurant had added truffles to our dishes without asking if we wanted this additional ingredient, and therefore added the charge. They removed the charge when we questioned it, but the practice felt dishonest. For a great fine dining experience, I'd recommend Sado or iNDO instead. read more

The Crossing - Alaskan Halibut - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Incredible experience with friends here for a water polo tournament. The food was perfect. From prep and presentation to taste and portions. Excellent staff that dotes on you without making it feel overwhelming Top drawer. read more

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excellent service from the moment you walked in the door, The tasting menu was amazing and you have the ability to mix and match among all menu items. The trout was fantastic and cooked perfectly- will be back for sure! read more

Have never had a bad thing here! Love the prefix menu and how it is always changing with the seasons. The service is always amazing and the portions are the perfect size and I've never felt like I did not get what I paid for. It's also in such a good location in Clayton and always a lively crowd on the weekends as well as weekdays. Special shoutout to the corn chowder which is incredible! read more

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Everything was exceptional. We did the tasting menu and it was so much food we couldn't finish it. Our server was wonderful and the dishes were all seasonal and fresh! read more

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Food, Ambiance and Service is all 5 star.. don't hesitate to enjoy this restaurant. We got the tasting menu for 68pp++ and it was well worth it. The dishes came well plated and tasted amazing. Added bonus is that it's a white tablecloth place with valet and coat check.. I got the beet salad, pumpkin ravioli, scallops( $3 surcharge) and chocolate torte. DH got the soup, seared octopus( was most amazing), pork special and cheesecake( not a fan). We enjoyed our Anniversary meal and the staff even gave us a card. read more

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Fancy dinner did not disappoint! My sister and I dined at the bar last weekend. The ambiance is great for date night- they have little booth nooks that feel private. Branzino was prepared deliciously and played separately for us. We both enjoyed salads as well- she had the beet and goat cheese and I had the burrata. Service was kind and fast. I would go back in the future' read more

A little Clayton gem! So glad I found the crossing and I was able to get a seat last minute at the bar. I opted for the tasting menu and it was fantastic! Everything was wonderful but a few stand outs were: Octopus Striped bass Fried blueberry pie Service was A+++ and the wine hit the spot. You can't beat the tasting menu value. Attire is definitely dressier and The crossing is a great spot for a work dinner or a date night. I can't wait to visit Missouri again to dine at the crossing. Wishing I could bring it back home to Texas! read more

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Decades later, still the best fine dining restaurant in all of STL. Amazingly knowledgeable servers who have been there forever, simply the best and constantly refreshed tasting menu where every course is exciting and perfect. Every service detail is right-even the valet is a long-tenured professional! read more

While we have lived in Saint Louis most of our lives this was the first time we've visited the Crossing. Our waiter, Joshua, and the entire staff was attentive and made great recommendations. Never in a million years would I seek out pea soup, but it ended up being delicious. In addition we ordered the heirloom tomato salad, lamb special and grilled octopus. Fantastic meal, great service and chill vibe -- we will be back! read more

The Crossing - Grilled Octopus - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

This is a small, romantic restaurant in the Clayton area. It's sort of in a cool area, that seemed to be very walkable. We opted for the tasting menu, with the wine pairing. Well executed dishes, came out one after another. The menu was protein heavy and if I had a poke, it was that we needed a breather as we got later into the night. The pacing felt a wee bit rushed. That said, it was a wonderful time and it was quiet enough to converse at the table. read more

Absolutely wonderful! I did the Chef's Tasting Menu and gobbled up everything! (Picture of the hangar steak attached, which is the only course I remembered to photograph.) The pasta course--a ricotta ravioli with corn and nuts--was my favorite part of the meal. The apple pie dessert was amazing. Super helpful and knowledgeable servers. Huge value for the price! read more

The Crossing - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

The Crossing is an amazing restaurant at an even better value. As soon as you are seated, a delicious bleu cheese souffle is delivered to your table to enjoy as you peruse the beverage menu. The wine list is robust, but the staff is knowledgeable to help guide your selection. They also have recommended cocktails, beer, and an extensive bar. If you are NA for the meal, their selection of non alcoholic choices sounds amazing. The tasting menu is definitely the way to go at The Crossing. It provides tasting portions for four courses for only $65. What's even better is that it can be customized to include any menu item. (There may be a slight upcharge for some items). On this visit I started with the Italian Burrata and Tomato salad. The burrata was rich and creamy and the tomatoes were perfectly ripe. I next had the Spanish octopus with peas, etc. The octopus had a rich smokiness about it that was exquisite. For my main course I had the Berkshire pork belly. It was fork-tender and melted in my mouth. However, for me, as delicious as everything else was, the fried blueberry pie stole the show. It was a perfect size hand pie with light and flaky dough, served with a scoop of vanilla bean gelato. Decadent! The tasting menu is so well done. You get to sample so many different items and be full at the end without feeling stuffed. I can't hit submit on this review without mentioning the outstanding staff at The Crossing. They are service professionals who do an amazing job of making you feel welcomed without being obtrusive. read more

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Was very excited to try out this place after all the raving reviews! Reserved a table online, but seemed like they still had plenty of seating for weekday lunch. To be honest, their website is kind of jank but at least all the important information like the menu and reservations are on the first page. - Complimentary Bread - I really enjoyed their complimentary bread which seemed to be like a cheese and roasted pepper focaccia. Definitely one of the more flavorful complimentary breads I have had although I feel like it was a bit oily. I thought the side triangle was cheese but turned out to just be butter. - Tagliolini - This was actually one of the best pasta dishes I have had in St. Louis as the pasta was very flavorful but not heavy which I'm not sure how they managed to do that. I also really appreciate that all the pasta is handmade in house and you can really taste the difference. The mushroom were a bit too salty though even though it is quite tender. I wasn't able to finish the dish so I asked them to put it into a take out box for me which they gladly did. However, after I came home and opened the box up I saw a hair in the box which was honestly extremely disgusting. Overall, pretty good minus the hair part. I do think the dishes are a bit on a salty side but I would come back to order something a little lighter. read more

The Crossing - Complimentary Bread - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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My husband and I had our first date at The Crossing and we recently went back for our one year wedding anniversary. The experience was fantastic. We did the Chefs special tasking menu with the wine paring. It was absolutely perfect. 8 courses of all of the chefs specialities. The octopus is our favorite, best in St. Louis, and possibly I have ever had! read more

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Went here Friday night with friends! Made reservations beforehand Bc restaurants are crazy these days! Started with a cucumber martini, which was a little sour for my taste but still good. We did the tasting menu! The good thing about their tasting menu is that you can change things out for anything on the menu. I started with the tuna tartare. Husband and friends got the Buffalo mozzarella salad, and the beets. Good portions and flavorful! For the 2nd course I switched out the tasting menu for the Raviolo, husband got the octopus. Both dishes were flavorful and delicious. Main course was the Alaskan halibut, which sadly was my least favorite course but still good. Ended the night with the hazelnut cheesecake, which was over all delicious. Service here was amazing and we felt well taken care of and waited on. They even switched out our used silverware between courses. Parking in Clayton is not always easy and this place offers complementary valet, which is also nice!!! Would come here again, def a must try! read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in St. Louis! Top notch food, service & ambiance. The service was fantastic from start to finish. I booked a reservation for my girlfriend and I to celebrate her birthday. I didn't even remember that I noted it was her birthday in the reservation, but as soon we went through the door and told them our names, she was greeted with a "Happy Birthday!". There also was a Birthday card on our table - I really appreciated this gesture. It really made her feel special. For dinner we each enjoyed the 4 course tasting menu with wine pairings. Each dish was fantastic- I tried dishes I wouldn't normally have, and was delightfully surprised. I had the Tuna Tartare, Octopus, Rainbow Trout & strawberry cheesecake. Each dish was cooked perfectly and had an excellent balance of flavors. I loved the Rainbow Trout & tuna tartare - the tartare was light & refreshing, and the trout paired very well with the potato, zucchini & nuts it was accompanied with. I highly recommend this restaurant! We had a fantastic experience, and are planning on coming back with friends/family. read more

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Visited here for the first time to enjoy their Valentines Day pre fixe dinner and will definitely return. The food, service, and wine pairings were all wonderful and the portion sizes ensured we could enjoy each course without being stuffed, but satisfied. I had the beet salad, venison ragu, short rib, and strawberry cake. The beet salad was beautifully presented and every dish was flavorful. The strawberry cake was my favorite course, as the cake had a noticeable - but neither overpowering nor artificial - flavor with a substantial yet light texture that wasn't dry or crumbly. The strawberry ice cream was the perfect complement for it though the cake could definitely stand on its own. The standout of our meal, however, is the ahi tuna. It. Was. Remarkable. Seriously the best ahi tuna I've had (and I've eaten it in larger cities, on the coast, and was not expecting my favorite to be here in the Midwest). If it's on the regular menu, I'll come here just to reorder that alone. We enjoyed every bite of our meals with the only miss for us being the shrimp bisque (very strong fish flavor). We can't wait to come back and try other items! read more

The Crossing - Venison ragu - New American Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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