My wife and I had dinner here a couple of weeks ago. Ellis was our server, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! Ellis was super-friendly, welcoming, and very attentive, and the food and atmosphere were terrific. We recommend Basso highly, and we plan to visit regularly. read more

We come here at least 1-2x year when we are in town. They have a happy hour from 4-10pm on weekdays. My favorite items are the pasta! The texture is always on point -- perfectly al dente. The salads are always crunchy and fresh, doesn't feel soggy with dressing. Their desserts hit the spot as well. I was hesitant to try the olive oil cake but turned out to be one of my favorites. It's not a moist spongey cake. It reminds me of those rum infused drier cakes but you add the whipped cream and gelato and wow! It's delicious. Service has always been quick, friendly, and attentive. Ambience can be more romantic since it's dimly lit or you can sit at the bar and watch a game. It's pretty fascinating that they can create a both casual and intimate vibe at the same time! I see people coming in for a girl's night out, first date, and post-work group dinner. read more

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This is probably one of the best happy hour spots in St Louis- from 4 to 6 everyday, they have wines and other food specials at greatly discounted prices! Got the pizza, meatballs and burger and they were all delicious. This place can also fill up quickly during this highly sought after happy hour! read more

Basso - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Food is AMAZING. Highly recommend when you want good Italian. Plus their happy hour during the week is very reasonably priced. read more

Basso - Paperdelle is my favorite food I have ever eaten. - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

The pizza had a perfect crispy crust and fresh toppings, and the seasoned potatoes were a delicious side. Trendy, lively atmosphere, though a bit noisy. Great for a casual hangout with tasty food! read more

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We decided to try out the new location and loved it! The food was delicious and we will definitely be back! It's too bad that the restaurant is closed on Sundays. One of the friends wanted to celebrate her birthday there. ;) read more

Amazing experience. Our server was so kind and helpful and the food was amazing!! Loved the atmosphere and already planning my next trip back. read more

Basso - Gluten free mafalda - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Ok y'all Basso is an all around awesome spot!!! Great food!! Great staff!! Great service!!! And the ambiance is the draw!!!! Set in a basement with a beautiful staircase leading into a dimly lit cavernous delight!!! I didn't intend to review. But Kayla and Angela were so awesome that I had to!!! The entire staff is friendly, helpful and just wonderful!!! This place is so awesome the patrons are awesome too!!! read more

Basso - The staircase!!!!! Sexy. - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

The ambiance really sells this place, but their food wasn't bad by any means. The service we received here was fantastic. Big fan of the crispy meatballs and their pizza had a solid crust, but needed more sauce. Favorite dishes: Crispy meatballs, calamari fritti read more

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Although parking is always a challenge here I do like this place. We had a fabulous waitress, Autumn. She was knowledgeable and very friendly. Since we arrived during happy hour we decided to take advantage of that and got a couple of appetizers to share. The crispy meatballs and margherita pizza. Both very good but the meatballs were our favorite. 4 in the HH order fyi. I also ordered the house salad and lemon ricotta ravioli. So good. I had to take some of both things home. This place is consistently busy which speaks to the good food. read more

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Basso is one of my favorite spots to go for happy hour! They have amazing deals on select menu items and drinks. Our waitress this visit was amazing. She checked in with us frequently, and made a point to stop by our table before happy hour ended to check and see if we wanted to order anything else before happy hour pricing ended. We ordered a margherita pizza, burger and fries and sangria from the happy hour menu. We also got calamari and truffle fries to share. Everything was delicious and came out quickly. read more

They don't take reservations, but you can get on the waiting list. When I looked at the waiting list it was 10 minutes, then after a about 20 minutes it had jumped to 75 minutes. We decided to try it out anyways and go lucky because the bar has open seated and we got to sit down as soon as well got there (there were still 15 parties ahead of us on the waitlist). Typically, bar seating is not ideal, but this very well may have been the best bar service I have every had! The bartender knew the menu and made good recommendations. Service was good and he even created a special after dinner drink for me that was fantastic! read more

The service and atmosphere are some of the best in St Louis. The fireplace and gas lights make for a very romantic vibe and the door is top notch. read more

I went back to Basso to take my family. They absolutely loved this. I made sure we ordered different items when I was last here. We ordered heirloom tomato with bread, crispy meatballs, lemon ricotta ravioli, mushroom & truffle pizza, and tiramisu. Heirloom tomato with burrata cheese with bread to dip was pretty decent. The crispy meatball was the amazing because it had a crsipy shell with a sweet radish taste on top of the meatballs. It had a tomato sauce on the bottom and everything went really well together. Lemon ricotta ravioli was so buttery and so rich. The sauce was to die for as we wanted more of it. Then, we had the mushroom & truffle pizza. We didn't realize it had a duck egg so it was a nice surprise. This was one of the best pizza we've had. We finished off with tiramisu. It was a little disappointing as I was expecting more coffee flavor. I was pass on this and try another dessert. Other than that, I would definitely go back again. I would recommend crispy meatballs, lemon ricotta ravioli, mushroom & truffle pizza. Those were our favorite three items. read more

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Such a cool spot! The descent down the stairs really does set the night with a lovely energy. We grabbed a drink at the bar while we waited for a table and it was nice - bonus point for the purse hooks under the bar! I am giving 4 stars because our service was slow, it was a busy night but it took longer to get things like water than I would have liked. This being said - I will absolutely be back because the food was amazing and the cocktails were lovely! The roasted cauliflower was absolutely a highlight of the night that had us scrapping all of the sauce off the plate! read more

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Found out about Bassos on instagram and was intrigued on going. So I went today for date night and wow the ambient lighting and the visuals inside the restaurant was so beautiful. Loved the pepperoni pizza, truffle fries were delicious never had anything like it and our server was very sweet. Definitely returning again and can't wait to try different menu items! read more

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Loved the ambiance as soon as you walked down the steps, it was as if you entered into a hideaway spot with..exposed ceiling which I loved, gas-lit lanterns for lighting which made it warm and inviting. Our server Alec made our night with excellent customer service and his knowledge of the items on the menu. I enjoyed the steak and the dipping sauce that came with it. I would say the only thing just a personal preference is lengthening the menu for food options for other palates, but other than that I enjoyed my experience and my birthday! read more

Basso - Roasted oyster mushroom + substitute Caesar salad + marrow butter - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Great atmosphere, drinks and apps. The menu is small, so I would suggest looking at it before coming just to make sure.

Got delivery from Basso and it was an absolutely heavenly experience. The food was delightful, and I'd 100% go back in person for the real deal. Here's what I tried: -Hot Honey & Pepperoni Pizza: 9/10 - Oh my goodness the crispy crust on this pizza paired with the toasted mini pepperoni and wonderfully flavorful sauce was delightful. There was just the right amount of cheese, and while it would've been better fresh from the oven, it was still a well executed simple and refined pie. -Ricotta Gnocchi: 8/10 - Super rich. The beef cheek and ricotta sauce brought really creamy and savory flavor, but this is definitely a comfort food. The gnocchi itself almost disintegrated as you ate it instead of being chewy, which isn't my preference, but I think it's because it's more freshly made. Topping with crispy onions was a clever way to add texture as well. -Papardelle: 10/10 - We had no idea what to expect with this dish, and I was personally blown AWAY. The lamb was delectable, but what I really loved were the noodles and the flavor of the sauce. The sauce, with the chocolate and orange, just worked. You wouldn't expect it, but it does. The sweetness is so complimentary to the richness of the meat, and I loved it. The pasta is also homemade and a really nice, chewy, yet soft texture. Definitely get this to try! -Brussel Sprouts: 8/10 - I love Brussels, and the addition of walnuts and pomegranate seeds was great variety. I only wish they were a bit crispier, but the flavor was spot on. read more

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I really liked basso! I got the truffle fries and the Margherita pizza. It was soooo good! The building was so unique and looked medieval. I liked the vibes. The service was fast and kind. It was cool to see the open space kitchen! read more

Great atmosphere and service. We had the burrata, lemon ricotta ravioli, the burger, and squash and speck pizza. The food was amazing - well proportioned and flavorful. Cannot wait to go back. Highly recommend joining the wait list ahead of time- it's worth the wait! read more

Basso was delicious. My fiancée and I would go for their happy hour all the time. We love this place!

Personally just got off a plane and was so relieved to belly up to the bar at a former favorite. I lived in St. Louis for a few years and was pretty regularly at Basso for happy hours and their incredible pizzas and pasta dishes. I was relieved to see the space hasn't changed much. And even more thrilled the food was still incredible. I had Brussels sprouts (ordered extra crispy), the pappardelle, and the olive oil cake. The bartenders Reagan and Michael were both super friendly and provided amazing service throughout my meal. The sprouts had great flavor, I love that they had pomegranate seeds and walnuts in them but I do wish they would have been just a smidge crispier. (Keep in mind I ordered extra crispy and I think they may have just been the standard order). Pappardelle, just a 10/10. I can't explain it so just know it's YUM. The lamb, the dark chocolate, the orange zest. I think I may dream about this pasta and genuinely miss it now that I live elsewhere. So, to go see it BACK on the menu tonight was just the highlight of my week. The olive oil cake is new to me so I gave that a whirl. It was very dense, almost like a pound cake. Incredibly moist and served with a beautiful blackberry goat cheese gelato. I would order the gelato on its own at the very least to try but it paired really well with the cake and, in my opinion, brightened the cake up a bit! The space is super dark, so pictures are just tough to do sometimes and I was so exhausted post travel that I just enjoyed my meal instead of "letting my phone eat first." But overall, this is still a great option in St. Louis for some yummy food and great people. read more

The food was excellent, and the staff were very attentive. It's a cool vibe - works well for a date too. You won't be disappointed no matter why you're going there - it's good food in a nice place at a reasonable price served by nice people. read more

Go for the homemade mafalda... stay for the speakeasy vibe, good soundtrack, and friendly service.

Great food, great service, and amazing ambiance! My wife and I dined here a few weeks ago before going out for drinks with friends. Awesome time! read more

I've ordered before and that's why I ordered again. I have to say the pizza was tasteless. Bacon, sausage - tasted like nothing! Unfortunately at this point I won't recommend Basso. read more

Large eating place in the basement of the building at The Cheshire hotel across the parking lot from the building with the rooms. May need to park under the hotel - small lot. Has a bar in the center with a couple of dozen seats. Surrounding the bar are enough tables to seat probably close to 100 people. Has quite a mix of interesting cocktails. A key food category seems to be the eclectic mix of pizzas; we tried 2 separate ones amongst the 3 of us - and finished 80% of it. There's a fireplace - creating ambiance. Dimly lit as well. Can get crowded; popular spot. read more

This place is very good, very casual ambiance with low lighting, their happy hour is really good, along with the cocktails and appetizers.

Basso is always a hit! I wanted to get a happy hour plan going with some friends, and realized I hadn't been to their fab happy hour in quite some time. I suggested it and the answers were an immediate yes. Who doesn't love their delicious food, happy hours deals, and awesome ambiance? The cool thing about Basso is that it's underground. You go in a small door, down some stairs, and have whole other world it feels like. It's dark but that's part of the vibe. We arrived around 5 on a Tuesday and had no trouble getting a table. Their HH menu is simple but delicious. Current prices reflect $3-$4 beers, $7 glasses of select wine, $7 select cocktails. They also offer a burger and fries, crispy meatballs, Margherita pizza, and a white bean dip. We ordered the meatballs, bean dip, and pizza off of the menu. We also ordered the cacio e Pepe and Shishito peppers off of the dinner menu. - the crispy meatballs were definitely crispy! They're delicious and spiced well. I like the sauce they're served with. - white bean dip is so fresh and the bread comes warm, it's wonderful. - pizza was so fresh and delicious, my favorite part was the basil. Perfect addition. - cacio e Pepe was the show stealer. It's my favorite kind of pasta and they do it perfectly. Amazing amount of cheese and pepper to complement one another. - shishito peppers we're good! I liked the lemon and salt taste with them. I had a bit of dessert my friend ordered (olive oil cake) which was super good- I've never had olive oil cake before. It had a bit of crunch on the outside and was served with goat cheese ice cream. For drinks I ordered the aperol spritz. Mixed well ratios of the Prosecco and aperol. Will definitely be back! read more

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When I pulled into the parking lot it must have been a busy night because finding a parking spot was a challenge. When I entered the restaurant it was inside the basement of the building. The lights were dim but it was welcoming and cozy. I met someone here for happy hour and the price of the drinks was reasonable. I ordered a pasta dish and it had a slight kick to it. I probably would order something different with less heat next time. Our waitress was kind and patient has I didn't know much about the restaurant. She suggested some of the things she liked which helped me choose something to eat. Until next time... read more

Basso - Bucatini Fra Diavolo - Bars Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Amazing customer service, exquisite gluten free pasta, chill ambience-- need I say more?

Very elegant and nice looking restaurant! The food was very good, although a little loud due to being a lot of people eating there and someone playing the guitar it was still a good experience. Would come again! read more

Food is pretty good, I really enjoy their truffle fries! Ambiance is nice for a night out but it's a bit too dark in there sometimes.

Perfection! Just went to Basso for an early Anniversary dinner and we loved it! It's been years since we were at the Cheshire in Clayton so decided to try this restaurant located in the basement level there. It did not disappoint. We both ordered a cocktail, the Alice - blackberry, basil, and Wheatley vodka. So refreshing and not too sweet. We shared the meatball appetizer, crunchy on the outside and tender and well-seasoned inside. We also split the cauliflower dish and a pizza. Both were big enough to share and came out piping hot. The pepperoni pizza comes with hot honey, so good! And then tiramisu, creamy and just enough boozy layer. So happy we took a chance on it. Great Italian all around. The booth was comfy and restrooms were clean. Our waitress was so helpful and efficient. We will definitely be back! read more

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One of my favorite happy hours! Great drink and food specials, including meat balls, pizza and cannallini dip. All of which are tasty and fresh. I ordered the sangria, which was super boozy but super delicious! The bar staff was friendly and prompt. I love the ambiance here.... like being in some Italian cave in the countryside surrounded by good food and wine. I will have to return for their regular menu items, as they all looked delicious! read more

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This restaurant is located underneath the Cheshire. We tried the pizza and the meatballs. The pizza was really good. The meatballs were crispy meatballs which is different than what I'm used to. It took awhile for us to get our food. Great spot for a date night. read more

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Our evening at Basso was for a special celebration. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious!

Not able to make a reservation online or on open table. Food was amazing. Will go back great ambience

My friends & I absolutely loved Basso! The initial wait time to get it (even with a reservation) was longer than expected (an hour wait time). Our entrees made up for it though and our table was extremely happy with the food. The burger is one of the best and juiciest burgers I've ever had and my boyfriend was also impressed with their burger. After dinner we had the tiramisu and the olive oil cake and they were both just okay - I remember both desserts from a year ago being better! Our waitress was very nice and went out of her way to make sure we had a great dinner! read more

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