Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in University City

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1. Café Napoli

4.8

Exceptional(2231)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clayton

Booked 24 times today

Café Napoli is a family owned restaurant, established in 1989 by Tony and Kathy Pietoso. Quickly becoming a success, they moved the small basement restaurant to a larger location at the corner of Forsyth and Bemiston in the heart of Clayton. In 2003, sons Ande and Kye expanded their family restaurant by adding Bar Napoli, a swank cocktail lounge. A few years later, Napoli Reserve was added onto Bar Napoli allowing for private event space and an additional bar and lounge for the weekends. After years of a flourishing business, Kathy and Tony decided to take their ventures West to Town and Country where they opened their second location, Napoli2, managed by Ande. Kye has taken the reigns from his father and is now the front man for the 8,000 square foot establishment in Clayton. Café Napoli and Bar Napoli have recently undergone a face lift inside and out. Inside the kitchen, Executive Chef from Napoli2 Jon Berger was recently added to the team, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the regional Italian specialties.

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2. 801 Chophouse - St. Louis

4.7

Exceptional(3468)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Clayton

Booked 29 times today

801 Chophouse at The Crescent is just minutes away from the heart of the Clayton business district in the heart of St. Louis. We combine the upscale atmosphere of intimate 1920s New York steakhouses with the vibrant downtown atmosphere of St. Louis. We are proud to offer a variety of different unique menu combinations for you to enjoy; using only the finest USDA prime steak, an award-winning wine list, exclusive bourbons and scotches, and a daily fresh sheet, you're sure to have an experience you won't forget. 801 Chophouse offers private dining rooms and an exceptional wine list. Book your reservation online today!

3. Herbie's

4.5

Awesome(2385)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clayton

Booked 12 times today

Herbie's is an American restaurant and bar inspired by the food & atmosphere of the French bistro as well as the cuisines of Italy, Asia, and the coastal American South. Our focus is on seasonal dishes with local ingredients, featuring rotating menus and daily specials with something to satisfy every palate. Renowned for our welcoming hospitality and gorgeous dining rooms & patios, we strive to make every guest feel at home, whether here for a business meeting, an intimate dinner, or any other occasion! We accept reservations online & over the phone. For parties larger than 6 guests, please email reservations@herbies.com with your name, party size, date, time, phone number, and any additional requests.To book an event, private room, or catering, please visit our website Herbies.com/private-events and fill out a contact form & a member of our team will respond promptly!We look forward to serving you soon!

4. The Crossing

4.9

Exceptional(2532)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Clayton

Booked 20 times today

Featuring local "farm to table" cuisine using a breadth of farmers in the Missouri and Illinois communities. When asked to define of The Crossing, Owner/Executive Chef Jim Fiala often says that he is a chef that buys locally whenever possible and cooks as any French and/or Italian chef would given the ingredients sourced. Joining Jim is Chef Thu Rein Oo who brings passion and years of experience to the kitchen. Our food is fresh, organic (whenever possible), seasonal and by design very simple. The Crossing stays true to classic techniques and the chefs love showing off their skills and passion for elegant food.

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5. Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'

4.8

Exceptional(7062)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Hill

Booked 48 times today

Charlie Gitto's On the Hill is a landmark for fine Italian dining in The Hill neighborhood of St. Louis.

6. 801 Fish - STL

4.7

Exceptional(2135)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Clayton

Booked 16 times today

801 Fish offers only globally sourced finned fish and crustaceans from the world's most pristine waters. You'll find chef driven cuisine coupled with exemplary service in a sophisticated and modern aquatic atmosphere at the Clayton restaurant across the street from its sister, 801 Chophouse. In addition to our beautiful and social distanced dining room, we offer limited outdoor seating, available on a first come first served basis.

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7. Louie's Wine Dive - Saint Louis

4.5

Awesome(459)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Clayton

Booked 21 times today

Louie's Wine Dive is an unpretentious wine bar where guests can try an assortment of wine and some delicious food to go with them. Come check out our wine board with rotating specialty wines and cocktails. Monday is all day happy hour and we do brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Thank you to all of our wonderful guests who make this place amazing. Please call to make a reservation for a party of 5 or more and limited reservations are available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Walk ins are always welcome!

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8. Brasserie by Niche

4.8

Exceptional(4137)

Price: Moderate

• French • St. Louis

Booked 53 times today

Brasserie by Niche is a popular choice for special occasions. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'superb experience' and 'one of our go to choices for a special evening'. The restaurant is known for its 'intimate ambiance' and 'consistently delicious food' that reminds guests of their time in France. The service is also highly praised, with complimentary champagne and desserts for anniversaries.

9. Acero

4.9

Exceptional(2718)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Maplewood

Booked 21 times today

Rustic Italian cuisine in the heart of Maplewood that features fresh ingredients from local farmers as well as an all Italian wine list.

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10. Truffles - St. Louis

4.8

Exceptional(1379)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Clayton

Booked 11 times today

"Truffles has always managed that elusive balance of refinement and relaxed casualness...” Sauce, 8/2011“This is a top-tier eatery. The kitchen is reinvigorated and inventive…” STL Magazine, 5/2011.Truffles strives to produce a menu that easily fuses rustic and contemporary American cooking. With simplicity and seasonality as our guide, house-made specialties such as pasta and salumi are prepared fresh every day and are complemented by choice selections of locally sourced and raised meats, seafood and inventive sides. The Truffles menu begins in the fields, rivers and farms of the Midwest and our award-winning wine list features wines from every corner of the earth. We bring the best flavors of the season direct to your plate.

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Davidvip
St. Louis •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Not inexpensive but a tremendous value because everything they do is top-notch without being pretentious or stuffy. The Crossing has long been on my short list of the best restaurants in St. Louis, but over the last few years it has really separated itself from the pack in my opinion and pretty much stands alone at this point, at least for what I'm looking for. Keep up the fantastic work!
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The CrossingPrice: Very Expensive• French• Clayton
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4.9
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Keith
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and service as always. A little noisy, but it was pretty busy.
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Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'Price: Expensive• Italian• The Hill
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4.8
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Ben
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fine dining at its best. Had the food that we were looking for, steak tar tar and shrimp cocktails. Steaks were delicious and cooked to perfection. Thank you 801 Chop house for the twenty year Anniversary it was great.
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801 Chophouse - St. LouisPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Clayton
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4.7
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Laya
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Every thing we had was amazing! The beef Wellington was phenomenal! Also the short ribs were good just needed a bit more sauce and was a tad bit dry. Espresso martini 🍸 was a great choice it was the perfect balance! I can’t wait to try this place again!
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Herbie'sPrice: Moderate• American• Clayton
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4.5
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johnvip
St. Louis •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food, service and atmosphere was outstanding. We were celebrating my mom's birthday and had a wonderful evening! Thank you to the entire team at Cafe Napoli! They always do a great job!!!
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Café NapoliPrice: Moderate• Italian• Clayton
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4.8

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Café Napoli

2. 801 Chophouse - St. Louis

3. Herbie's

4. The Crossing

5. Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'

6. 801 Fish - STL

7. Louie's Wine Dive - Saint Louis

8. Brasserie by Niche

9. Acero

10. Truffles - St. Louis

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