A friend had raved about this place and I believe my expectations may have been too high. The…read morerestaurant atmosphere was nice and the service was good. The food was also good, but my entree was disappointing flavor-wise and my salad seemed really small. I'd come back again, to try a different dish.

I met a few friends here for an early dinner. It was recommended as one of his favorite places to…read moreeat by one of the people in our party. To start off we were welcomed by staff as soon as we walked in the door. The sisters who run the place are so friendly. I ordered the Portobello Sandwich which comes with a side of pasta as one of the choices. The waitress let me sub with marinara sauce since I don't eat meat. You would think this would be boring spaghetti topped with marinara. However, was the highlight of my evening. I need to come back for more of that marinara sauce! The sandwich was perfectly marinated and grilled with a few toppings and a hoagie bun. The restaurant was clean and comfy feeling with low lights. We will be back.

This place delivers exactly what you want from a solid Italian restaurant. From the moment you walk…read morein, the atmosphere feels polished without being overdone, and the service is sharp and professional. Our server stayed on top of everything without hovering. The food was the real standout--fresh, clearly made with care, and packed with bold, classic Italian flavor. Portions are serious, so you definitely get your money's worth. Good food, strong service, and a place I'd have no problem coming back to.

This was the best establishment we have been to. The way our day played out our party of 4 got to…read morethe restaurant 2 hrs early. We asked if there was anyway they could get us in early. The hostess asked if the patio would be ok and we were delighted to say yes. My wife is using a walker due to upcoming hip replacement surgery and the hostess suggested we use the outside patio gate instead of trying to pass through the restaurant. We sat in the patio and water and fresh hot 2 kinds of bread were placed on the table. Our server, Connor, is so knowledgeable and pleasant. He was patient with us and his wine suggestion was spot on. Great sense of humor and he worked all the patio tables. The food choices were amazing and exceeded expectations. Pricing was comparable with what we expected. The lobster bisque was thick, hot and very filling. There was ample pieces of lobster as well. My wife shared that her pasta was not hard or dry or rubbery but tasted freshly made. Connor shared that the prep starts every morning with homemade pasta. The traditional toasted ravioli were just that, toasted and tasty and the CG shrimp seemed so much more than an appetizer. Meals could be had with just those. I was very satisfied it ordered lasagna anyway. I just had them pack it to go as I was comfortably full. I know there are a lot of choices on the Hill but I assure you this one stands out. Please treat yourself to Charlie Gitto's. Don't wait for a special reason. Any time you eat here will be special

Anthonino's was the culinary highlight of our trip to St Louis. Located well-outside of Downtown,…read moreit is located in a largely residential neighborhood. We had 6pm reservations and were seated on time but people without reservations faced a 2 hour wait. Make reservations! Upon entering, there is a hostess stand and small bar with seating extending to the back of the building. We had the first table so I can't comment on the full size. My son ordered a Bloody Mary and I had a Pinot Noir while we looked at menu. Bloody Mary was very good and the wine was pleasant. We started with Garlic Bread with Cheese. It was the only menu item I would not order again. Flavors did not come together. I ate my fair share so it was good. Just not great. We then shared a cheese pizza with provel. Elite crust and sauce! The crust had an amazing char and the sauce was deliciously nuanced. The cheese was very good, but most definitely not the star of the pie. Pasta Pomodoro was wonderful. House made pasta was excellent and the sauce was a perfect accompaniment. (Anthonino's really does sauces well!) I finished with tiramisu and I am so glad I did! Did I need it? No. Did I want it? Heck yeah! I think I will be wanting it every day for a long time to come! All of the staff were welcoming and friendly, while remaining efficient. Nice group of people. I would love to be a regular here.

​Took some out-of-town coworkers here for Italian based on all the glowing recommendations, and it…read moredid not disappoint! ​Online reservations were a breeze, and we were seated right away. The atmosphere is lovely, and the smell of fresh food as you walk in instantly sets the mood (just give yourself a few extra minutes for street parking). Our server, Cherish, was outstanding--warm, fast, and attentive. ​Everyone loved their meal, the food arrived quickly, and the toasted raviolis are an absolute must-try. Wonderful experience from start to finish. I'll definitely be returning!

I went in and off the rip my waitress was not friendly and was rushing us to order. When I got my…read morefood there was a piece of hair in it,when I told them about it our waiter rolled her eyes and walked away.the food was also pretty bland. I also noticed insects bye the register near the kitchen, so for the money I would definitely go elsewhere

A neighborhood restaurant. As soon as I walked in the smell of Italian cooking had my mouth…read morewatering.Very relaxed atmosphere with a cozy feeling. The place was packed so service was slow which would be expected. The food was delicious which would explain how busy the place was. I will be returning.

I was in the mood for pasta and decided to give this place a try since I'd never been. I came a…read morelittle after they opened and was welcomed by several people. Someone immediately came by to give me water and menus. Before I came in I saw that they had pesto, so I knew I was going to try that. When my server came by, I ordered the peach martini and got a side Caesar with my pasta. The drink came first followed by the salad. The cocktail was so refreshing and was even better than I expected. It's on the sweet side but isn't overpowering. The salad was probably my favorite out of everything (including the pasta). The dressing isn't like a normal Caesar as I found it to be tangy but in a pleasant way. I also love that they didn't skimp on the parmesan cheese! Last but not least was the entree. Pesto is my favorite and while I wouldn't go as far as saying im a pesto snob, I know what its supposed to taste like and also, when it's not quite right. Unfortunately their pesto fell into the latter. It was def missing a couple ingredients as it didn't have much of a taste. I found it to be bland. I had a few bites but wasn't interested. I boxed it up bc I felt bland leaving behind a lot of pasta. Overall, my server was incredibly sweet and the service was great. I'm not writing this place off but def won't be getting their pesto again. There's other dishes that are worth a shot, so I'll try those next time.

Food- I ordered a pizza so that I could eat part of it there and take the rest with me back to a…read morenearby hotel I was staying at. It is definitely St. Louis style pizza. Like an upgraded IMO's. Delicious if you like that style of pizza. Atmosphere- older place, lots of character. Like many old, full of character restaurants it could be cleaner. It looked like there were a lot of local regulars there. Staff were friendly and extremely attentive without being annoying.

Lombardos -- what a full-circle night! I can't believe it. I…read moreworked here 28 years ago to pay off some debt to my friend who had paid for my veil and ski trip. Walking back in brought back so many memories. The dining room looks way better, but thankfully the food is still delish. We came for the fried spinach, and it did NOT disappoint. It's truly one of a kind. The tortellini was delicious too--my husband loved it--and the focaccia bread was delish. I also loved the Folino Cabernet. Our waiter was great and the service was awesome. It was a little slower, which I actually liked. We had our own booth in the back, and it felt very cozy, romantic and kind of sexy back there. And our waiter totally reminded me of Mr. Moseby from The Suite Life of Zack & Cody! They've expanded, but otherwise, so much still feels the same. Unfortunately, the person I used to work for passed away from cancer, which made coming back a little bittersweet. But overall? What a wonderful trip down memory lane. Great food, great service, a cozy atmosphere, and so many memories. I'm so glad we came back & will definitely do it again!!!

We went here for dinner, and it did not disappoint. The fried ravioli and fried artichoke hearts…read morewere such a delicious way to start our meal. I had the chicken and Gorgonzola sauce - the chicken and sauce were divine. The pasta on the side was a little bland, but honestly, everything else was so fantastic this place gets five stars anyway. Service was impeccable. The vibe was perfect. This is my new favorite spot in St. Louis.

The folder is OK. I may have to try something else next time, but the server was very nice. Helping…read moreme in the place is clean.

I haven't been to Lombardo's in a few years but like stopping by when in the area…read more The food is decent and the vibe is cool. This visit was an overall pleasant one. Emily at the bar was friendly and on top of things as the place started to fill up while providing wonderful service to all guests. There was some great conversation between the staff and guests which always makes for a comfortable environment. (Cheers to the 91 year young gentleman whom the staff all seemed to recognize) As I made it for "happy hour" I opted for the bacon wrapped artichoke hearts. They had a nice flavor and hit the spot. Now why the lower star rating you might ponder? While I was sitting at the bar I noticed a woman (might be the owner) walk up to the well behind the bar and scoop ice from a glass while the bartender was taking care of another customer. For those who have ever worked in a bar/reataurant, we KNOW that this is a HUGE "do not do!!!" It's restaurant 101 for a reason! Glass can chip and shatter into the ice. Guests can potentially consume ice and the glass chips. No bartender ever wants to "burn the well." I don't care how long you've been in business, please lead by example.

We were at a birthday dinner with a party of 6, including a 2 year old and a 4 year old. We ordered…read moredrinks for the children and the manager immediately came over to apologize, stating that cups with lids had not arrived in that day's shipment. The drinks were served in regular glasses. However, 10 minutes later the waiter arrived with the cups with lids. The manager had sent someone across the street to Walgreen's to buy the cups and lids! The food and service at Napoli Kirkwood are amazing.

Amazing experience and much of it was our amazing waiter! Forgive me, I forgot his name, but he…read moresaid he's been waiting for 30 years, has a gruff voice, and knows what feels like everything about the restaurant's history?? The food only made the experience better. Our waiter recommended the crispy tuna rice and it was astounding. I was the only one who wanted to try so he even just got the kitchen to make me a single piece! Everyone's food was great. I chose the rigatoni bolognese and it was rich, creamy, and perfectly sized. Yum!

1) White sangria 10/10 - Perfectly refreshing Toasted…read moreravioli 10/10 - Left wanting more after we finished the 10 PCs we had 2) Manicotti 10/10 3) Lobster Ravioli 9/10 - Perfection except there was a tad too much sauce that I couldn't really see what I was eating or when my filling fell out and was hiding in the sauce 4) Risotto Frutti Di Mare 10/10 - They even brought an extra small dish for the shells! How thoughtful! Can't wait to get this again. 5) Spumoni 8/10 - Tasted great, just served in such a small dish, it made it difficult to eat at first and was melting over the sides of the bowl right at the start. Couldn't dig the spoon in easily for fear of it pushing right out of the bowl. 6) Lemoncello Cake - Perfect for someone like me who loves lemon cake. Not overly sweet - just right. Serving size was perfect for an individual. 7) Chocolate Cake - Perfect serving size for one, my friend had this, so I'll definitely try it next time. This was our first visit. We have now downloaded the restaurant's mobile app and plan on placing future takeout and delivery orders as well.

We wanted to try a new place other than our regular. We are glad we did. Service was great. Very…read moreattentive. Did not have to wait for long at all. Food was Fresh, Tasty. Offered refills without having to ask. All around experience was great. Food 9.6 , Service 10/10, Ambiance 8/10 Neg- kinda noisy, too much red sauce in con broccoli, front step steep. Pos- Service on point. POTATOES were AMAZING! Food cooked fresh and Hot.