Very pleasant dinning experience. We ordered the $85 course. It tasted so good. The staffs are super nice. Definitely will be back with my friends and family. The only thing that I have to complaint is the time for the whole course is too long. read more

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Last Saturday evening we went to The Crossing with an out of town guest. We were seated and after a few minutes the waiter came and we ordered a drink. He turned our order in and then immediately gave us the menus. We told him we would like to enjoy our drink before we ordered so we put the menus aside. We ordered a second drink and then placed our order. We didn't see him again until we asked to place our order. Two of the four of us ordered a caesar salad and and both said it was not a caeser salad. Our entrees came and the food was fine but nothing great. Not once did the server come buy to check on us and ask how the dinner was. We had to ask for the check. When we left I indicated that we had poor service and would not return. They said they were sorry but it didn't feel like they really cared at all. We live in Clayton and never have we had this type of service. Clayton Resident read more

Wonderful food and great wine list. The staff is extremely helpful as well. They have both a tasting menu and a la carte. We were a large group and everyone at the table truly enjoyed their meal. read more

Have eaten here many times, and was always quite good, but pricey wine list. Last night was an exception. Undoubtedly goes down as the worst meal I have ever had the misfortune of of encountering. Tomato Caprese salad was a thin & watery close cousin to an open can of canned cut up tomatoes with some cherry tomatoes floating, along with some other unidentifiable red unknowns & topped with a massive hunk of burrata cheese. Tasted as bad as it sounds & rendered inedible. Next came Blue Fin Tuna which tasted like it had been hanging around for a few hours, but the sauce that this was all built upon reminded me of the sweet sauce of canned baked beans. What a disastrous dinner, and not inexpensive. Done with this establishment permanently. read more

I visited The Crossing during Clayton Restaurant week and thought it was pretty good. I was not blown away by it however, and would have to say I enjoyed my experience and food much more at their sister restaurant, Acero. The food was alright. The greens (salad) was very fresh and I like the dressing a lot. The Porchetta was very flavorful and tender. Talk about pork melting in your mouth! Although, I would have to say I would have preferred a steak instead due to my preference of beef flavor vs. pork flavor. The creme brulee was not the best, as the crispy top was way over done. The atmosphere was very nice and the service was ok. Pretty slow service, but I had that expectation since it was so crowded during restaurant week. Overall the experience was good considering the fixed menu and discounted price, but I hope it is better if I visit again. read more

Had the garganelli pasta and my friend ordered the Maryland Blue Crab cake with extra vegetables. We were both satisfied by these meals and the service was top. The prices were a bit spicey, that's why I am going with 4 stars on this joint. read more

Took my gf here for her birthday with high expectations and they delivered. The food and service is fantastic, the ambiance is nice and romantic. We pretty much stuck to anything seafood and our server insisted that The Crossing tries to distinguish itself from other establishments based on the quality of their seafood and I'd have to say I agree. Everything we ordered was great; Maryland lumb crab cake, Tuna Crudo, Scallop entree, Tuna Steak entree and then shared the raspberry sorbet which was honestly insane. They were extremely accommodating to a lactose intolerant diner and went out of their way to make sure the night went very well. You won't be dissapointed by The Crossing. read more

One of the best restaurants in St. Louis or elsewhere. Try the chef's tasting and you will be in for a real treat. Small portions--8 courses--and you try food that you would never try. What I like is that the restaurant is small, low key and not pretentious. It is all about the food---and great wine too. Always packed and you need reservations. Never had a bad meal there yet. Keep up the good work as some of the dishes make you want to keep coming back. Did I say beet salad? read more

Every aspect of the dinner was perfect. We both had the tasting menu and chose the upcharge for the Dover sole special. Totally worth it. Each course was delicious and the presentation was true art. The service was impeccable. read more

This was our first time here somehow and it was fabulous! From start to finish, the food, presentation and service did not disappoint. The restaurant is small and tables are close but I never thought it was too loud or too quiet and we never waited for a thing. They sometimes have off menu specials and they have a great tasting menu! 4 courses, prices vary based off your entree. Steaks and seafood were delicious and they also have an extensive wine list and creative cocktails! We can't wait to go back. read more

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One of our best dining experiences since living in St Louis! And we've live here for 15 years and we go out more than we should. Top shelf service. And the food was amazing. Couldn't recommend it enough. read more

Went here with some business colleagues and was very pleased with the experience. The staff was friendly and attentive, checking up on us frequently to ensure we were ok. I ordered the Caesar Salad with anchovies and it was fantastic. The rest of the party ordered pasta dishes and they were also pleased with their selections. We had to eat and run and didn't have a chance to sit for while and relax. I would definitely recommend The Crossing to anyone looking for a satisfying lunch. read more

We had a wonderful experience for our anniversary dinner. The prix fixe menu was delicious, and the wine expertly paired. The service was impeccable. Our waiter Ben (or Matt) was attentive but not overbearing, and very knowledgeable. This was exactly the evening we were hoping for, and if we are ever back in St. Louis, we will certainly be dining here. read more

Amazing. One of those places where I have driven by so many times but never been in. One of my fav restaurants in Clayton. If you go definitely try the tasting me menu. Pros: Nice decor Service was great Very accommodating Food was awesome Cons: None read more

I have dined here at least 20 times over the years and there is a very good reason this restaurant and Jim Fiala are a big success.... it excels at every level of the dining experience. Being a native New Yorker, I can say that this establishment would thrive even in NYC where restaurants come and go faster than a speeding bullet. The tasting menu (when available) is a great way to explore the diverse menu. I had an English pea soup that was out of this world. The papparedelle ragu was a stand-out winner, rich and savory and very satisfying. Entrees are works of art and very well executed. Considering the dining experience here, I would say the prices are very reasonable. Corkage is available. read more

I was at this restaurant recently on one of those leisurely,large group events that are enjoyable in measured doses. The great wine flowed freely - pinos, cabs, dessert wines - tried them all without getting tipsy - am so proud of me! Conversation flowed just as smoothly and through it all the fancy foie gras, fish, steak and for me, well a measly portion of pasta and a tepid butternut squash soup kept us company. Loved the warm chocolate torte to close out the night. The atmosphere was comfortable, the service was attentive without being obsequious and naturally the food and wine came at a hefty price. A good place for a gathering, but a bit too much of a carnivore bias for my liking. read more

Had the standard high quality meal at the crossing when in town recenty. Elected for one of the tasting menus where I had the duck, the pasta, and tiramisu. All of the items were well prepared and tasty. All in all the attention to detail and variety of choices on the tasting menu make this a solid (though not always spectacular) choice in st louis read more

Food was decent, not four star. Ambiance is so so. Staff was exceptional and very welcome to changes and allergies. Not a restaurant that we would go to again very soon but would try again in a few months. read more

I've walked by this place no less than 500 times over the past several years, never bothering to try it. I'd glance inside and think it was some boring "old person" restaurant. Then I decided to finally give it a try, because it's always -- and I mean always -- crowded. So we arrive, take our seats, and a remarkable culinary experience began. Top to bottom, start to finish, we were left speechless. The quality of the food, the taste, the feeling it elicits, was extraordinary. I'm absolutely kicking myself for not going here sooner. We'll be back. Regularly. Can't wait to try their lunch menu. read more

You cannot go wrong here. The Seasonal 3 or 4 course menu is perfect. Get the beef and the pasta bolonese. The Wine selection is one of the best, if not the best in St. Louis. I would pick this place over Niche or Sydney Street any day of the week. I cannot even being to go through it because it is just so good. Now I will say price is a bit expensive but for the freshness and taste, it's worth it. Also lunch is not very good. Go at Dinner! read more

Not bad but way too expensive for what you get $250 for two with the tasting menu and wine pairing Staff friendly but not very trained We were early at the bar where no napkin under drinks. Hostess forgot us. Waiter asked our wine choice before we saw menu. Had daily pea soup served without any garnish on top. Food taste good but not outstanding Wines were average but were not paired to the food We had markedly different choices but same wines read more

Excellent food and service! Highly recommend! I think we got the Mint Tagliatelle with lamb ragu

Enjoyed a fantastic romantic 25th anniversary dinner hosted by a friendly and knowledgeable staff (Ben, Douglas, Jimmy, and Thu) who all participated in the service experience with warm enthusiasm for their dining craft. Pre-arranged personal wine selections with staff assistance, and every carefully prepared dish sang beautifully as a pairing. Too many courses to elaborate, but they all ranged from satisfying to exceptional in flavor and presentation. Hope to visit again sometime soon!! read more

This was simply an amazing meal FROM THE MOMENT WE SAT DOWN. We were brought a free bleu cheese soufflé that was delicious and not overly pungent. We did the tasting menu, which was fantastic. We got the beet salad, egg raviolo (essentially carbonara with a perfectly cooked/runny egg yolk inside), and scallops. Each dish was superb. I also got an old fashioned that was made with some sort of spice. It was fantastic. The boulevardier I also had was adequate, but if I had it to do over again, I'd have stuck with the old fashioned. The bread with salted butter was consistently filled. 10/10 would recommend to a friend. read more

Leftovers were thrown away and I was dissatisfied with with how the restaurant handled this problem. Food was not good.

Went to the Crossing with a group of 4. The weather was ultra crappy but the food, wine and service were very good. Having been to Terrace View downtown and heard the reputation Fiala's restaurants we had high expectations. Our waiter was attentive, informative and fun. Don't be expecting a super high-end, high design type restaurant... the ambiance is good, its just not a ultra trendy type place. If you want a great menu selection and a good culinary experience, i would definitely recommend Crossing to a friend. read more

Great lunch spot Clayton. Upscale but quaint at the same time. Had an awesome soft shell sandwich and The gazpacho was among the best I've ever had. read more

We had an Anniversary dinner on a Saturday evening. Gave us a Happy anniversary card! Our server (Katie?) was very attentive and informative! We did the Premium Tasting menu with wine pairing each. We have had numerous tasting menus both here in the US as well as back in good ole England...got to say this was one of the best especially for the price (under $100 per head with wine isn't too shabby!) Highly recommended and the wife been raving on about it all the time. Would like to have better walls/ceiling noise control....could easily hear the conversation going on 3 tables away. The more raucous crowd could be off-putting. Will tried the Chef tasting menu next time. read more

Authentic Italian food Tasting menu is well designed and a true culinary experience Service is professional and courteous My visits to St Louis are always enhanced by visits to The Crossing I have been fortunate to have Douglas as our server the last two experiences and he is absolutely amazing read more

Good food, but nothing unique or unexpected on the menu. Very formal & fine dining. Great & fast service. Visit my blog for a full review https://khanhstravelguide.wordpress.com/2016/05/04/the-crossing/ read more

Recently we met one of the chefs at The Crossing, Ian, at a get together and he invited me and some friends to come check out the restaurant. So last night my friend, sister and I went around 8 pm and had a spectacular evening. We ordered some cocktails to start and then asked the waiter if Ian was working (which he was). He came out and walked us through the menu and let us know that they had received some great ingredients from a local farm earlier in the day and would we mind if he worked our menu around those - we agreed. While we were waiting for our cocktails we were served some blue cheese soufflé with crostini which was awesome. Then we started off with a ripe tomato salad with blue cheese, roasted red peppers, Italian oil cured white anchovies and a light serving of balsamic vinaigrette. We were worried that the anchovies were going to be overpowering but they were very light and added a wonderful taste to the dish. From there we had a homemade tagliatelle served in a sauce made from chicken broth, parmesan and morels...yum. Then came out a small piece of fois gras with a blueberry quail sauce and some smoked sea salt. The foie was so good that it didn't need any accompaniments but the sea salt added a bit of dimension that was interesting though not 100% necessary. We had a palate cleansing mint gelato made from fresh mint that tasted like it was straight from the garden - so much better than generic mint ice cream that you get from the store. Our last savory course was a surf and turf featuring a crispy seared scallop, lightly seared ahi tuna, and two pieces of new your strip with some light mashed potatoes and garlic asparagus. The scallop was cooked perfectly on the inside and had a great crunch on the outside. We had the restaurant pair wines with each of the courses and they all matched wonderfully with the food being served...really complimenting the flavors as opposed to overpowering them. The dinner was spectacular and I can't thank Ian enough for leading us through the menu and the fresh ingredients of the day that delivered a sublime dining experience. read more

Excellent experience. My Manhattan was great, but pretty pricy. On the other hand, the tasting menus are an incredible value. The beef medallions are a $30-40 dish about anywhere else, and it was one of 4 courses for $55. It was cooked perfectly and nearly fork tender. The scallops were a little small, but cooked perfectly. Tender and buttery, but the mushrooms, greens, and sauce beneath the scallops were the real star of the dish. For desert, the fried blueberry pie was very good, but again, the star of that plate was the lemon gelato and the pastry cream on the side. Overall a wonderful experience. The service was top notch and food was incredible. Will definitely be back. read more

I went to the crossings on a Thursday night for a Business Dinner.. and it was fantastic. The service is amazing. We all went with the set Menu and everything on it looked and was delicious. They also have a great selection of wines with a good range of options. Overall, great service, amazing food and a top notch experience read more

We enjoyed a lovely evening here the day after Valentines Day. Elected to dine early, 5:30 reservation and we were the first in the restaurant. Our server, Garrett, fully understood the appropriate timing after ordering a cocktail and perusing the menu. His humor and attention were both understated and perfect for the evening. I elected the beef tenderloin dinner with the beet salad while my friend elected the Valentine tasting menu with the venison main course. Everything was very good although the truffles in the soup and pasta course were a bit less than expected. Everything was fabulous and there are no complaints that are worthy of stating. If I had to express something that others may complain about it was the fact that it was clearly directed that they not remove my salad plate even though I was finished until my friend finished his course, even though we were being served a different menu. Garrett was fabulous and I would request him again. I would suggest asking for him if you choose this great dining establishment! read more

I met a client for lunch. I had the trout. My client liked his red snapper. The moment my fish was delivered I could smell something was wrong. Unfortunately, my fear was realized taking the first bite. It tasted tainted. I sent it back. My client indicated it smelled bad from across the table. My server never apologized for it and the manager never came over. The replacement tilapia was fine. Overall, I was totally disappointed. I guess they could care less if I come back so I will not. read more

This was our second visit to The Crossing. Still the outstanding value is the tasting menu - four courses. Choose from three different courses $35 or $45. Served to everyone is a blue cheese souffle with croutons. Good croutons, burnt souffle. Other than the beet salad, each course just missed the mark. The duck pâté was thinly spread on croutons. I prefer a hunk that I can spread myself. The arincini were creamy and well cooked, served with a delicious, but barely warm, leek ragu. The porchetta and lentils had no taste, a difficult feat for pork shoulder. Desserts were also mediocre. There was a real lack of attention to detail for this meal. We have eaten here before and know this restaurant can do better. read more

This place is a bit expensive, but the service & food was great. I am an extremely picky eater & this is due to a sensitive stomach. I mistakenly got the pasta, which had cheese in it. Being lactose intolerant, I had to have it sent back despite being told by the water that the substituted bolognese (sp?) sauce had no cheese in it. I should have gotten the Porchetta which one of the people that I came with had gotten. The potatoes were delish! I got a chocolate cake dessert, & it was quite good. The bread is homemade & is very very delish! read more

Thank you again Clayton Restaurant Week for finally getting me to The Crossing. I have read and heard such great things that I'm glad I finally got to try it. I wasn't able to see a regular service menu, but my guess is that it is just as stunning just with a much higher price. Our party of 4 was promptly seated despite us being late for our 8pm reservation. The wine list was extensive with a good range or regions and varietals represented. I started off with a spicy Chenin Blanc from South Africa. The pours come in a small carafe which give them impression of a large amount (didn't measure it out though, sorry. Although I would eager a glass and a half). My first course was the Tagliatelle which my grandmother would have been proud of. Perfectly al dente pasta with a meat sauce that was thick and full of spice. No Ragu here folks! Next was the Short Ribs with Pomme puree and roasted Brussels sprouts. I'm not usually a fan of brussel sprouts, but these were firm, not crunchy and well salted. The short ribs melted in my mouth and the portion was perfect not leaving me wanting more. It was the perfect culinary first date! And it even added with a sweet little Crème Brulee kiss. read more

When spending over $300 bucks on dinner for two, I would expect a little more quality than this place offered. However, I was quite underwhelmed by the mediocre quality of my dinner. Portions are obnoxiously small, and the food is quite unremarkable. The atmosphere was also quite noisy. With all of the great restaurants in the Clayton area, do yourself a favor and go somewhere else. This place is way overpriced and the quality was disappointing. read more

Service is A+. the Waiters always know the wine list and they know the food that is being served. They know how to accommodate food allergies, etc. without blinking an eye. The Lemon semifreddo was amazing read more