Food, excellent as expected on the Hill.. maybe a little pricey. Service, just good... bread not offered and some energy necessary to track down server. Ambience. C+...acoustically challenging.. the place is loud and full of loud parties... would not go there looking for a quiet romantic dinner. But we will go back... just with modified expectations. read more

Last Wednesday, a new friend in town invited me to dinner. I thought it would be great to show him The Hill and introduce him to Toasted Raviolis, so I suggested Carnivore! We walked in and grabbed a seat in the bar area. The bartender was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. We started with a round of drinks and the Toasted Raviolis. My friend was impressed with them! For dinner, I ordered the Steak Modiga with a loaded baked potato. The steak was cooked to perfection, and the modiga sauce was delicious with all the provel, prosciutto, and mushrooms that covered the steak evenly. The loaded baked potato was hot and filled with all the goods including cheese and bacon. My friend got the ribeye with the loaded baked potato, and it was just right for him. I decided to end the evening with another Tito's and lemonade instead of dessert. Overall, we had a wonderful time at Carnivore. It's a fantastic local spot on The Hill that I'll definitely be returning to again and again! If you're looking for a place to host a small event, Carnivore has a great spot upstairs called The D'Amici Room. It can hold up to 100 people and was amazing to work with for a Buffalo Trace event in October 2025. read more

6:30 Saturday reservation for two. Many tables empty, maybe 1/3 empty. Waitress not very engaging or interested in us. Poor attitude but it matched the quality of the food. Asked for a list of specials but, even though menu said ask for starter/chef special, she didn't seem to know about it. The Caprese flatbread was underwhelming. The tomatoes were not red or flavorful, they looked like tomatoes on a Subway sandwich. The base/bread of the flatbread was prepackaged and tasted like nothing. Ordered a $68 bone in ribeye. Undercooked which had to be a challenge given the thin cut. The best part about the steak was the crunchy sea salt that topped it. Even Cracker Barrel fills your water. Our waters were never refilled. The menu prices did not meet the low bar standards for every part of this dining experience from the service to the poor quality of the food. Unfortunately this place was a bust. read more

The space was cute open kitchen style. Although the tables were somewhat close together it was still a great atmosphere! The wait staff was great, kind, timely! They did remove one of our drinks from our tab due to me not liking it which is so kind. The drinks were not my favorite. I first ordered a strawberry lemoncello martini and did not like it at all. When the waitress noticed I had not taken any drinks she returned it and let me re-order. Next I ordered the amaretto marg. It was good, super sweet and different but still not my favorite. Apps: arranchini and butter flight. The Cajun butter was delicious! The other butter flavors were nothing special and not super flavorful. For dinner I ordered the chicken sauté and let me tell you this may have been the best chicken I have ever had at any restaurant. So full of flavors that complimented each other so well. The chicken we cooked perfectly! Highly recommend this item if you go. read more

I had high expectations. We had the steak and the arrabbiata. They were both just ok. We won't be going back.

We stopped here about 5 hours into a 7 hour road trip. Got a reservation through yelp, (that was so helpful) arrived about 10 min early, so we had to wait for a short bit. We got lucky with parking, as someone was leaving just as we pulled in. The place was packed, and it was a little loud. Most normal people could probably have a conversation, but my family has low voices, so we said what, alot. Nikki was our server, and I think she was working 10 tables or more! Somehow she still managed to stay on top of our drinks and check in as the meal progressed. We all agreed that the food was very good. However a few things were outstanding. My hubby thought the Limon Surf and Turf was very different, and he loved it. I loved the potatoes. Great flavor and texture. My kiddo enjoyed the ravioli, and she was pleasantly surprised by the portion size. My special had perfectly cooked asparagus, and the pasta side was also something I would recommend. The one thing I would have liked to see is an upgrade in the coffee offered. We love a good americano after a nice meal. read more

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We live in the neighborhood, and decided to walk down for Brunch this Sunday. Everything was fabulous we walked right in, got served drinks right away! I had a Mimosa with orange juice + an Irish Coffee both 10/10! I had the Hilltop Omelette, and my fiancé had the Steak Hash I cannot tell you how amazing both were. We ordered a pancake with a side of fruit, and sausage for our 2 year old Daughter she was a fan. We will plan a night for dinner next as I would like to try the Lobster Risotto + Arancini! read more

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A Hill mainstay known for its great brunch and happy hour. Service is efficient and friendly Very good for groups of all types. When at brunch, ask about the brunch cocktails on special! read more

Came in again to find an updated menu. Love some of the new choices. It was all so good that we forgot to take pictures. One of the newer items we loved was the risotto filet. The steak was So tender and delicious. The risotto was a mushroom saffron and had amazing flavor. We also had some of our old favorite like the ribeye, shrimp appetizer, and carpaccio. Tiramisu made in house. So good. Service was great as always. Such a clean and well designed space. Always love coming here and will be back soon. read more

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There was one waitress for the entire restaurant on a Thursday evening. Although she was very good in demeanor and in overall service, she was obviously stretched to thin for optimal service. I had the boneless ribeye, with cajun seasonings ang cowboy butter, medium rare. The steak temperature result was medium, as was my friend's who ordered it exactly the same. I had too add a fair amount of salt to achieve an acceptable level of seasoning...and I NEVER add salt to anything at the table usually! So this was disappointing for a $64.00 steak. I had a glass of cabernet. The per glass wine options were underwhelming, and I found my selection (the more expensive one) to be of only average quality (I am somewhat of an oenophile though). Also, the pour amount was inconsistent...my friend also ordered a glass and received 30% more than I did. I had so looked forward to eating here. As a regular at restaurants located 1-2 blocks away (Sado and Charlie Gitto's), I had often seen this restaurant packed with patrons. While maybe this was just an off night, I see no compelling reason to return. No matter how nice the ambiance or location, if the food preparation is substandard, no meal may be fully enjoyable. read more

We went to this place for a great steak without the highfalutin atmosphere. Service was prompt and attentive. The steak was cooked perfectly. I found this place during COVID, as it was one of the very few restaurants that had inside dining. I will definitely be back! read more

When you walk in the restaurant has exposed brick some older architecture, it's a larger space which helps conversation because you don't feel like you're on top of the next table. The food was excellent, ribeye and pasta were great. Service also matched the vibe, wait staff was attentive, professional, and had great energy. Loved this place! read more

Carnivore - Two ribeye steaks, one with a potato the other with pasta. Both awesome. - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

I came here for a brunch since I'd only had it once before but remembered it was so good. This time, I sat at the bar (got there a little after 10:30), so there was ample space. I was immediately given water and a drink and food menu. I had an idea of what I wanted (steak hash) but also wanted to try the biscuits because I remembered them being so good. When I inquired on getting a single biscuit, she said that wasn't an option and suggested an alternative method. I still got the hash but ended up getting a side of sourdough instead. Drink wise, I went with a pineapple mimosa. Sitting at the bar does have its perks, aka, I got my drink rather quickly. She was quite generous with the pour and it always makes a difference when there's more champagne than juice. After a short while, my food arrived and once it was put in front of me, I knew I made the right choice. While I don't see it often, I thought it was cool how they had my steak labeled with how it's supposed to be cooked. It's a small detail that often gets overlooked, especially when it comes to steak. The dish itself was perfect except holy potatoes! I don't think I've ever seen so many come with a dish! I woofed down my eggs per usual and savored each bite of my perfectly cooked steak. The combination of the that, plus the 1 1/2 pcs of toast left very little room for the potatoes. I couldn't have been more impressed with the stellar service, the great food, and how friendly the bartender was. I'll for sure be back read more

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When we first walked in at 8pm on a Friday night, I thought we had walked into a Chuck E. Cheese. There were several kids running around everywhere and being more than a little loud. I'm sure the cold weather made them and their parents a bit stir crazy. It all seemed a little bit chaotic and unruly. I was expecting a little more of an upscale experience, like many other places on the Hill. To be fair, none of this chaos was due to the restaurant or its personnel. They were all very professional and had to deal with it as well. Also, the decor and ambiance was a lot more casual than I was expecting. Bad on me for not checking it out more in advance. To the food and drink: The cocktails were good/average and our server was very pleasant and personable. She even came back to our table to ensure she had my order exactly correct. I had the 8oz Filet Mignon and side Caesar Salad. Salad was well dressed and very good. The Filet was cooked absolutely perfectly. It was SO good (tender and flavorful with a nice char crust), it truly made up for the kid chaos (most of whom had left by the time the entrees arrived). My wife had a side salad and Carnivore Shrimp appetizer for an entree. The shrimp dish flavor was very good and on the spicy side, which we both enjoy. Solid choice. Our friend had the bone-in Ribeye and he was not as impressed. It was cooked correctly, but the quality/marbling of the steak was closer to Choice than Prime. He did enjoy the Try It Loaded Potatoes as his side. Overall, probably a 3.5 star experience, but I won't fault the restaurant for the early chaos and noise; so going with the 4-star review. read more

We stopped here for brunch on Father's Day, so it was pretty busy. Fortunately, we had a reservation. The service was slow for us, but we weren't in a hurry. A lot of the local brunch places are like that, and that's usually fine, because it gives us a chance to visit. I'm not usually a steak person, but I thought the steak hash was pretty good. My friend also enjoyed the steak and eggs. They don't have quite the variety of some other brunch places, so you'll definitely want to check the menu to see if it's the right fit. read more

Carnivore - Steak and eggs - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Early Anniversary dinner!! Decided to try a Steak Place on The Hill. The place is very happening and busy! The Lemon Drop Martini was one of the Best I have had! The Arancini were good but a bit dry. The Wedge Salad is highly recommended!! Fresh and the dressing and Bleu Cream Crumbles with the Bacon!! Perfect! Me and the Hubby split the Bone in Ribeye and Carnivore Potatoes. Very good. read more

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Because that is their specialty, we all ordered steak. Maybe my expectation was too high but my filet was just okay. The thing I noticed mostly is that our server did not seem interested in our opinions. She hardly smiled and she certainly did not ask for our opinions of what we ordered. Too many good places in StL to spend money for mediocrity. read more

The food and service were great. I had the steak sandwich cooked medium to perfection. Hubs had the chicken Parmesan. We had toasted ravs for appetizer. They lost one star for the pasta. Any pasta served on the Hill should be the bomb.com. The pasta was very bland. read more

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Food is fantastic from appetizers to main dish. Highly recommend but can be difficult to hear in restaurant.

Carnivore was less enjoyable than expected because the side dish of Carnivore Potatoes in olive oil butter garlic sauce topped with parmesan was my favorite dish that evening. Yes, the service was good and our server did check up on us. Yes, the restaurant was clean and the window view was appreciated. But, I was expecting one of the main dishes to be my favorite which was the 8oz Filet Mignon or Chicken Risotto - (grilled chicken sauteéd with sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus, and white wine). The risotto didn't taste anything spectacular and the filet mignon was over cooked and chewy. I am an amateur smoker at home and if I can make meat taste better, then something could be improved by offering higher quality meat or the cooking process. The bread could've also tasted better and serving butter in a non-prepackaged container would've been a good start. The reservations through Yelp functioned as expected and we were quickly seated. I also like that Carnivore had a separate entrance dividing the bar from the sit down portion of the restaurant. read more

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The service itself was great, everyone was polite and welcoming. Our waitress checked on us multiple times as well as others coming by to clear the table and offer boxes. The caesar salad was really good and I loved the texture of the homemade croutons; crunchy but so soft they could basically melt in your mouth. The potatoes were absolutely delicious and I wanted to love the steak but it just didn't seem to come out fresh it was almost room temperature like it may have been sitting there for a moment. The flavor was still there and it's my fault for not sending it back but I didn't want to deal with that. We also ordered arancini for an appetizer and that was delicious. I would go back just to try other items, they had a nice menu. read more

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Everything was fine, but nothing like everyone rants and raves about . The chicken modiga flatbread didn't have "modiga" flavor . The tiramisu was so bland , almost a sin to have that in the hill. It was like the lady fingers weren't even soaked it was just a layered cake. The ambiance was weird , I feel like they could have a different seating arrangement and make it seem a little nicer for a "steakhouse" . The only things we really enjoyed was the pasta and the cheesecake . read more

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I moved from St. Louis several years ago and like to visit different restaurants when I'm here. This trip I decided to visit Carnivore. The restaurant was quaint. Our waitress was extremely helpful giving suggestions and recommendations. The food was delicious. We started our night with the jalapeño poppers and shrimp appetizers. For dinner I had the salmon which was seasoned and cooked well. The one thing I would say I wasn't happy with was the blackberry mojito. It tasted nothing like a mojito and seemed to be watered down. read more

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Steak sandwich, Carnivore potatoes, and Caesar salad incredible. Wife had delicious large serving of baked ravioli. Mariah , the server, went out of her way to make us comfortable and have a special first visit. read more

It has been on top of my list to try brunch at Carnivore. Multiple food tastes did not rise to my expectations. The experience was mid. Pictured : spinach and feta omelette w/ potatoes Side pancakes with side luganiga sausage Shrimp and grits The drink options were good. The peach Bellini and Brunch Punch is worth going to brunch just to grab drinks with friends. Service - okay Environment - a vibe, which is what brought me in to try breakfast Overall think l was paying for experience rather than the meal. read more

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The perfect date night dinner spot for my wife's birthday. The entrees range between $15 for a flatbread to $64 for the 10oz filet. The service was fast and friendly. My wife and I decided to split the Bruschetta and it was delicious. For dinner we both started off with the Caesar salads and that was one of the best Caesar Salads we both have had. For the main course I had the Baked Beef Ravioli it was delicious. My wife had the 6oz filet and the baked potato side item and she said they both were also delicious. My wife also had a glass of their house red wine and she said it was really good. They take all major credit cards. I suggest making a reservation because they do get busy. We had a reservation for 6 PM and by 6:30 PM most of all the tables were full. It is located on the hill so parking is sparse but there are two lots near the restaurant that you should be able to find a spot in. My rating : BEST read more

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We sat at the bar for HH which I highly recommend! Annelise was a great mixologist and the service was. Good HH prices and options.

Amazing dinner for sure. Steak is always on the top of my list and this place did not disappoint. Excellent service from start to finish. read more

Food was good, not the best steak I've ever had but still tasty. Cocktails were the highlight, they were pretty great. Service was lack luster, would have ordered another drink but the server didn't come back to check on us until about halfway through our dinner. Our food was dropped off by a runner. We were one of maybe 3 tables in the restaurant as we were there earlier in the evening. Lots of staff standing around, which I would think would have resulted in better service. read more

Both my visits to Carnivore have been very pleasant (one for dinner, one for brunch). It's a steakhouse on The Hill, and does a good job of presenting what many Saint Louisans expect of each. It's The Hill, so expect a crazy competition for a parking space. We last visited on a Friday evening; it took more than ten minutes to find a spot, and we walked three blocks. I don't mind--just give yourself plenty of time! As other reviewers have mentioned, the entrance isn't where you may intuitively approach; it's at the door marked 5257 on Shaw, not at the corner of the building. This new(er) entry allows plenty of space for folks to wait for a table without standing among other diners. This large vestibule also has restroom access and some seating, and was festively decorated for the holiday season in December. We had reservations and waited just ten minutes or so for a table. The dining room is bustling and loud; the decor is pretty modern and there aren't a lot of soft surfaces to absorb sound. As I've seen in other Hill restaurants, there's a culture of efficiency over ambiance: servers rush around, check on guests often, and clear plates quickly. We had a table for two, with aisle on both sides of our table. People rushed by constantly and I could easily hear others' conversations. We were given drink menus, and the cocktail section had no prices, which I find to be rather rude (and brings the "that's how they get you" phrase to mind). The cocktails I tried were okay but not remarkable; the Marconi Negroni, made with gin, blood orange apertif, and Campari, mostly tasted like Campari. We skipped appetizers in anticipation of a hearty dinner. Entrées come with one side, and choices include a side salad, one vegetable, and several pastas and potatoes. (But is it a side salad if it comes out first?) I chose salmon and salad and my partner had steak and fries; I had a salad while he had nothing, then I ate fish with no accompaniment. I should've thought that through and gotten both a salad and a vegetable. Steak prices have gone WAY up since the older menu photos posted here. I know prices of everything have gone up, especially post-COVID, and Carnivore's aren't wildly out of line; just don't expect those 2019 numbers today. We had the salmon and strip steak; both were good. The salad was like all other salads on The Hill--no complaints here!--and the bread is the familiar sesame-seed-topped loaf which I assume is from Vitale's. Chocolate lava cake for dessert was warm and rich. When I visited for brunch with friends a few weeks ago I felt even more rushed. I recall very good coffee though! In all, I've found Carnivore to be enjoyable. The food and service are good. The atmophere is casual; it's no the sort of special vibe I'd seek out for an exceptional occasion, but I'd go back and sit at the bar for a bite and a drink. read more

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This was our first time dining at Carnivore and everything was absolutely delicious! My favorite dishes were the crispy fried artichokes and the goat cheese spicy marinara dip. As a vegetarian, I was pleasantly surprised at how many options I had to order. Will definitely be back. Can't wait to try everything else on the menu! read more

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Good food and drinks, all things considered. Hits the steak craving at a decent price, especially in today's economy. However, the crust was limited to grill marks and not a nice, even, golden brown Malliard crust. We were traveling for vacation and didn't have the option, but you could very easily cook a better steak at home with some Youtube guidance and a thermometer. read more

Came with a group of 8 for dinner! I love how this place can accommodate. Be sure to ask for bread if they forget to provide it. Overall, been here twice now and it's a consistent experience. read more

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Great Modern Steakhouse The steak and potatoes are solid, but the infused butters make this place shine. Get a flight of butters! Drinks are excellent too! Service was helpful and knowledgeable. This place isn't casual but not black tie either. read more

Carnivore - Filet, potatoes, and flight of butters - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Do not go here unless you want a tummy ache before leaving. The Steak tastes like it was made by a toddler the only thing that gives it flavor is the the tub of butter you have to pay 2$ for. if you get the loaded option for your side they ruin it with a pound of sour cream they add. Not to mention the dinning room looks like a college cafeteria. the toasted ravioli was horrible as well greasy from the over stuffed meat they pack in it and the marinara sauce isn't even marinara sauce. It's just chopped up whole tomatoes in tomato sauce. Save your money read more

Food was great, service and ambiance was on point! Went there for Valentines Day, made reservations ahead of time and everything was wonderful. read more

I just think this place is a little overrated. They had one special, that was definitely not special. When ordering a surf and turf, I expect large cooked jumbo shrimp on my steak, not fried shrimp with crispy very crunchy batter. I don't know, it didn't "wow" me at all and I know plenty of other places in STL to get excellent steaks. Not impressed. read more

This is my first time at Carnivore. I have been coming to the hell for a while now when I am in town for work. It did not disappoint. The caesar salad was Absolutely delicious. I told the bartender to surprise me and I was served the grilled chicken limon. Just fantastic! Not disappointed and I will be adding this place to my must gos next time I'm in town! read more

Flavor! Flavor! Flavor! This steak was so juicy and flavorful. It was cooked to perfection. The potatoes was sooo good as well! They had such a great garlicky buttery taste. My family came here with a large group of 18 for a birthday dinner and it went well! We had one waitress and she was able to handle all of us! They did separate checks which I really appreciate. It is more casual than I thought it would be which I liked. Overall a good experience! read more

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BRUNCH!! we were able to sit outside one Sunday morning and it was absolutely beautiful. As far as food I got out of my box a little bit and had steak and eggs, which is not me at all and it came with a side of cheesy grits, which again is not me at all, but I have to say all of it was just fantastic, perfectly cooked perfectly executed Great service read more