Where to eat Italian food in Clayton: The Best Restaurants and Bars

December 24, 2019 Dorsey Hagwood

Discover Restaurants offering the best Italian food in Clayton, Saint Louis, Missouri. Clayton is a city in and the county seat of St. Louis County, Missouri, United States, and borders the city of St. Louis. The population was 15,939 at the 2010 census. The city was organized in 1877 and is named after Ralph Clayton, who donated the land for the courthouse. The city is known for its multiple skyscrapers in its business district.
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10. Acero

7266 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, Saint Louis, MO 63143-2438 Italian Dinner Outdoor Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 314-644-1790 http://www.fialafood.com/acero
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4 based on 132 reviews

Acero

An Italian restaurant acclaimed for it's amazing and authentic Italian dishes and perfect wine pairings.

Reviewed By WesC249

It's a pleasure to know that after several years and several visits, Acero continues to maintain its high level of excellence. And the tasting menu pricing, which allows us to indulge our desire to sample several items from the menu and leaving feeling sated but not stuffed, is still a pricing concept that I wish other high-end restaurants would adopt. The food, as always, was superlative, from the beet salads to the entrees (lamb chops and scallops) to the desserts (lemon-blueberry cheesecake and chocolate gooey heaven). But, as always, the star was the raviolo, the most decadently delicious dish to be found in The Lou. Our redhead server was also a pleasure -- very friendly, very knowledgeable, and very helpful.

9. Gioia's Deli

1934 Macklind Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110-2726 Italian, Deli Lunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +1 314-776-9410 http://www.gioiasdeli.com/
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4 based on 171 reviews

Gioia's Deli

Reviewed By smmarkfan

When you begin to consider a grocery store deli sub (or worse) for lunch, kick yourself and head for Gioia's! The quality comes through in every bite and you will remember why you have taste buds. Outdoor seating great for dog lovers!

8. Dominic's Trattoria

200 S Brentwood Blvd, Clayton, Saint Louis, MO 63105-1601 Italian Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Valet Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 314-863-4567 http://www.dominicsrestaurant.com/
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4 based on 59 reviews

Dominic's Trattoria

The food at Dominic's Trattoria in Clayton is the quintessence of what a "trattoria" is all about: authentic Italian regional dishes prepared with care; attention to details; and moderate prices. There is a nice wine list with a wide range of choices. Add

Reviewed By dwisland

Dominic’s has a great reputation based on their flagship restaurant on The Hill. My wife and I ordered one of the nightly specialties, the lobster pasta, and found it a bit tough. Service was very good - a friendly atmosphere.

7. Cafe Manhattan

511 S Hanley Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63105-2037 American, Diner, Italian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 314-863-5695 http://www.cafemanhattan.net/home.html
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4 based on 34 reviews

Cafe Manhattan

Reviewed By FromAway67

We did a take out pizza from here for lunch. The crust and the flavors were very good. When I picked it up, the decor of the place was very cute. I would try it for lunch.

6. I Fratellini

7624 Wydown Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63105-2676 Italian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 314-727-7901 http://www.ifratellini.com
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4 based on 102 reviews

I Fratellini

Reviewed By DeanoMarino

WE stopped by here on advice from a local friend, while visiting family in town. What a pleasant and surprising time we had at this so-wonderful-all-around restaurant. First of all, the staff was simply great - inviting, kind, and informative. The menu ---and decor'--- was like being in a swank hi-end cafe' in NYC, and surprising in a town as St Louis. Even though we were given a heads-up by the referenced friend - never thought this restaurant would be such a gem... And the food was simply fabulous. I had the Pistaccio crusted trout, she had the lobster ravioli and salad. A+++ / 10 all around. And the prices were surprisingly low for such tasty special meals. I could not finish all the trout, such a huge portion!If you happen to be in StL or Clayton - make a point to stop by...you will not be disappointed, trust me!

5. Pi Pizzeria

6144 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63112-1204 Pizza, Italian, American Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Delivery, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service +1 314-727-6633 http://www.restaurantpi.com/
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4 based on 499 reviews

Pi Pizzeria

Reviewed By angienich

Used to have to wait for a table...but the place was slower the night we went. Service pretty good....NOT for a quiet dinner but good atmosphere. The pizza was excellent and the toppings on my favorite salad (Bada Bing) plentiful. Great place to people watch and take in the vibe of The Loop....right on trolley line. Hard to resist the desserts next door...(create your own cookie and icecream sandwich combo!)

4. Sauce on the Side

7810 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, Saint Louis, MO 63105-3308 Italian, American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol +1 314-833-5426 http://eatcalzones.com/
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4 based on 90 reviews

Sauce on the Side

Reviewed By Winesnob96

This local restaurant just opened it’s fourth location in the St. Louis metropolitan area (one in Clayton, two in St. Louis and now in Chesterfield). Made from scratch and right in front of you, these calzones will fill you up, are extremely tasty and only run $9 -$10. Nice change from the normal lunch options. Quick delivery to our nearby office as well. About 15 creatively named selections to choose from along with a half dozen salads and a couple of hand crafted desserts - everything is made in-house. My favorite is the “Meat Me In St. Louie” w/ pepperoni, Italian sausage, three-cheese blend and garlic. My daughter goes for the “Cock-A-Doodle Noodle” which is stuffed with mac-n-cheese, roasted chicken & mozzarella.

3. Maggiano's Little Italy

2 The Boulevard Saint Louis, Richmond Heights, Saint Louis, MO 63117-1122 Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 314-824-2402 http://locations.maggianos.com/missouri/richmond-heights/2-the-boulevard-saint-louis/main-menu
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4 based on 454 reviews

Maggiano's Little Italy

Reviewed By Timothy M

Visited Maggiano's on Easter with 15 family members for dinner. Seated on the balcony,we had a good view of much of their dining room. The waitress was very personable as well as efficient. It took a while for the food to come as the place was very busy. They had a pretty good variety of entrees to choose from, and also some "deals". You could get a meal that included entree,salad and dessert with another entree to take home. There were some other deals also. Their wine list was very good. Everyone said their food was very good.

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2. Pastaria

7734 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, Saint Louis, MO 63105-1810 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Wine and Beer [email protected] +1 314-862-6603 http://eatpastaria.com/stlouis/
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4 based on 444 reviews

Pastaria

Reviewed By kevindouglasw

I was staying couple blocks away to be in court the next day. Picked up kale salad and minestrone. Both very good and priced well. I wish I’d eaten in because atmosphere was very nice.

Top 10 restaurants in Clayton, United States

1. Cafe Napoli

7754 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, Saint Louis, MO 63105-1810 Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 314-863-5731 http://www.cafenapoli.com/
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4 based on 339 reviews

Cafe Napoli

When Tony Pietoso opened the original Cafe Napoli in the '80s, it quickly became a success. So Successful, in fact, that it moved to a bigger location at 7754 Forsyth Blvd. The restaurant continued to flourish with its generous portions of regional Italia

Reviewed By Tubman74

Wonderful artichoke & heart of palm salad. Pasta entree of ground salsiccia over linguine (never thought I’d say this) just too heavily saturated by oil & sausage, which contributed even more oil. Better than average service provided at a table in the bar, but bar itself small enough & my dinner late enough to make singular & inane nearby conversations all too audible. Pre-dinner cocktail well executed. All-electronic/mobile valet experience a disaster.

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