I'm traveling to St Louis Friday for my anniversary and would like to know a nice place to go out to eat. The cuisine doesn't really make a difference, but Italian is my favorite. As long as the food is good and it's in a romantic setting I'll be happy. Thanks :o)
2006-06-20 10:26:54 · 14 answers · asked by mtngrl7500 4 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ St. Louis
I agree with a poster above that Tony's is a can't miss option. However, as the poster stated, it is extremely expensive.
A less expense, but still delicious option is Cafe Napoli. Unlike many of the suggestions above, Cafe Napoli is not a chain (eg Friendly's, Calif Pizza Kitchen, Houlihan's, etc). It is located in Clayton, one of the nicer suburbs of St. Louis (about 15 minutes west of downtown). The decor is very classy and the environment plenty romantic (it can get a bit festive on busy nights). Bar Napoli is located next door for live music after your meal. Here is a link to the menu: www.cafenapoli.com/
Here is a review from Yahoo! Local:
"February 14, 2006 Excellent in every way
Fresh and wonderful food. I love the filets and seafood. Everything is full of flavor and prepared uniquely -yet consistently exceeds expectations. The service is top notch and very capable of making wine recommendations and offering off the menu preparations and selections to accomodate taste preferences."
And one from Gayot.com:
"Lots of windows and glittering fairy lights outside mark this Clayton establishment, a solid favorite of local politicians, attorneys and other power brokers. The noise level shoots up on busy nights with the full-house sound of a huge party. They're happy because they're well-fed with large portions of nicely presented food. Make no decisions until the waiter arrives to discuss the specials, some visible on a tray, others merely described with love and passion. If it's available, head immediately for the cioppino, full of fresh flavor with a little pop in it; you'll linger over each spoonful, dining at a real Neapolitan pace. Another excellent choice is calf's liver in a sweet-and-sour sauce and lots of onions. Pasta is quite good, but most people seem to go for seafood. The wine list leans toward the Italian, naturally, and it has length and depth. Amazingly, despite all the clout seated in the L-shaped room, the staff avoids the air of superiority that such rarified clients sometime seem to cause."
Portabella, also in Clayton, is another fine option. www.portabellarestaurant.com
2006-06-27 06:57:40 · answer #1 · answered by The Lou 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.diningstl.com/TheHill.htm
There was another restaurant in Wildwood/West St Louis County known as "The Pond Inn" and not sure if is open anymore but I have heard that it was the best in St Louis.
You may also want to drive out to the Wineries in St Charles County off Hwy 94 in Augusta for a romantic afternoon.
If you are looking for a beautiful place to go outside the St Louis area, try the Ozark National Scenic Riverways down in Emminence Missouri and go to Alley Springs and other springs in the region.
2006-06-21 00:54:15 · answer #2 · answered by conchdiver 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All of the restaurants mentioned are just average. St. Louis is known for their Italian food. Tony's is expensive, but it has been one of the only 5 diamond Italian restaurants in the United States for Decades.
If you want cheaper options let me know.
2006-06-21 13:44:12 · answer #3 · answered by ty l 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I highly recommend the Spaghetti Factory. It's not far from the landing, the food is amazing, the service is nice, and the building is GORGEOUS!! I went there on a senior class trip, and I believe I only paid ten dollars for a three course meal. I was with a group though, so it may have been discounted a bit, but it's still worth the trip
2006-06-25 07:05:12 · answer #4 · answered by mooka1219 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want really romantic go to the delmar loop and eat at The melting pot.
You will probably need reservations. (314) 725-4141 - 6683 Delmar Blvd, St Louis, MO
2006-06-27 05:01:44 · answer #5 · answered by HEATHER 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i go to St louis every year. One restaraunt i always go to is Houlihan's in Union Station It is a great restaurant with a wide variety on the menu from Italian to steals to BBQ. very nice restaraunt. not terribly expensive either, usually cost me under $20
2006-06-21 16:10:10 · answer #6 · answered by imacarneyman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recommend Zia's on the Hill. Awesome Italian and good salad. Very good. Nice location. If you want somewhere for dessert and you're not afraid to go somewhere not so fancy go to Ted Drews for sure!
2006-06-21 11:12:42 · answer #7 · answered by scrchic00 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maggiano's Little Italy down by the Galleria. Get there early or try for reservations. They are a VERY busy place. Avoid Carraba's. I got served raw chicken there.
2006-06-21 05:59:50 · answer #8 · answered by babyzach2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Fridays on Brentwood.
LC
2006-06-25 06:43:36 · answer #9 · answered by littlebit 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Dan Dierdorf's. How can a restaurant owned by an ex-NFL O-lineman not be good?
2006-06-20 10:34:32 · answer #10 · answered by sean_fagan_1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋