43 Best Italian Restaurants near Ellisville

“We love everything about Massa’s Ballwin. The waitstaff is amazing, Kevin is fun and friendly, the food is always delicious, and the atmosphere is just right. We eat there almost once a week.“

“Best pizza I have found since moving to STL four years ago! But not just the best here. One of the best ever!“

“The dough, sauce, sausage was fantastic! They have a great sweet sauce. Will order again soon“

“I went with my friend and his daughter. I don't eat dairy and the vegetarian pizza without green olives, onions, and cheese (which leaves mushrooms, green peppers and tomatoes) was amazing. I appreciate the those that can make a pizza without cheese and not over do the pizza sauce.“

“We had no problem getting waited on and the server was very good at coming back to see if we needed anything. I love their Eggplant Parmesan, which comes with a salad and a side of pasta - this is from the lunch menu. We didn't walk away hungry.“

“Outstanding. Little Pricey for pasta. We will definitely return. Food was amazing pizza was delicious“

“Stuffed squash blossom, delicious!! Did not get the margarita had a different cheese pizza with garlic can’t remember the name. It was great except 2 slices had no cheese. Will definitely be back but need more cheese!!“

“Everything!!!Great dinner, drinks and atmosphere! Bartenders are on point!“

“Well established restaurant only open from 5-9 pm so get your reservations in or you will miss out on the quaint ambiance and phenomenal service that is a staple here. Salads are crisp and fresh and the bread is warm and tasty. Chicken Parmesan is a large portion and crisp, with a tangy sauce and plenty of cheese. Seafood linguini was good and filled with lots of seafood. Tiramisu was moist , flavorful and loved the addition of fresh fruit on top.“

“Tony and family always make you feel like family. From his table side presence and his beautiful mother leading an amazing team in the kitchen. Anthony our server was great and knowledgeable of all the dishes. We started with the calamari and fried spinach and a perfectly spiced marinara sauce. We each had the separate salads I had the Italian chop salad, and my girl had the Caprese salad both were absolutely amazing. I had the Benedetto's Farfalle with spicy pink sauce and added shrimp 🤌we also had the perfectly cooked and breaded Chicken Spiedini served over risotto. Timing is everything when you have multiple dishes everything was perfectly prepared.. 🤌🤌🤌🍷“

“LOVE Mia Sorellas. Amazing dinner, delicious cocktails and A+ atmosphere! Added to my favorite spots list.“

“I ordered online and it was simple and the food was prepared faster than the estimated time. The size of the calzone is pretty big and would have been my whole meal for the day (might even have some leftovers).

I got Meet Me In St Louie and the food itself had good flavour although a little bit salty in my opinion. It was tasty but I don't think I can eat the entire thing in one sitting.

There's plenty of seating available at this location and the service was not too bad. The area gets pretty busy though so I assume the place would get packed during lunch and dinner rush.“

“Fantastic food & incredible service made our 24th wedding anniversary celebration memorable.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pictured below is the Gonzo calzone- Salami, dates, spinach, garlic herb cheese, mozzarella, mascarpone-ricotta blend, and garlic oil with garlic butter on the side. My husband looked at me like I was crazy when I read off dates but the slight sweetness against all of that savory is what made it!! We also tried the Fatty B, Meat me in St Louie, Magic Carpet Ride, and the Gyro. They were all amazing but the Gonzo and the Gyro were my favorites. The Magic Carpet Ride is also a must try if you're into mushrooms.“

“Service was impeccable and the food was amazing, portions plenty with fair value prices! Most impressive was were CLEAR take home food containers eliminated any doubt or confusion of whose and contents. The only non 5 star was the pulsating music , a bit loud for the over 60 crowd .“

“We love Viviano’s, great for lunch or dinner, great happy hours! The mushroom Brie soup is wonderful! And the workers are super sweet ❤️“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pictured below is the Gonzo calzone- Salami, dates, spinach, garlic herb cheese, mozzarella, mascarpone-ricotta blend, and garlic oil with garlic butter on the side. My husband looked at me like I was crazy when I read off dates but the slight sweetness against all of that savory is what made it!! We also tried the Fatty B, Meat me in St Louie, Magic Carpet Ride, and the Gyro. They were all amazing but the Gonzo and the Gyro were my favorites. The Magic Carpet Ride is also a must try if you're into mushrooms.“

“The food here is absolutely amazing and full of flavor. We were really impressed by the excellent service; the team was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which perfectly complements the lovely atmosphere. It’s also very affordable, making it a fantastic choice for both families and couples“

“We love Viviano’s, great for lunch or dinner, great happy hours! The mushroom Brie soup is wonderful! And the workers are super sweet ❤️“

“Amazing pizza! Best lasagna! Great staff! 5 Stars!“

“me and my boyfriend came here for our anniversary dinner and absolutely loved it!! our server was very kind and helpful. our food was served quickly and was delicious. we loved everything about our experience! special shoutout to the worker that was happy to take our picture before we left!“

“We were in St Peter’s Mo. and were going to go to Olive Garden for my Wife’s birthday, when I told our clerk at the hotel she said she would recommend the Pasta House over the Olive Garden. We went and had supper. Everything we had was great better than the other place. We took desert back to the room and it was great. I would recommend to anybody.“

“I ordered curbside. They forgot my calamari. Went in to get it. Someone came up to check my bag as if I just hadn't checked it in the car. Mgt agreed I hadn't gotten it. Specifically Jen was SUPER NICE and empathetic. She did what she could do to give me a better experience than I was having. A smile and kind words go FAR. Thanks Jen. You're a gem.“

“Had a large party reserved and had some of the best service from our waiter Freddy than we have in years anywhere else. He was incredibly attentive, thorough and kind.“

“Our first visit with our former neighbor who lives in Pacific now. Food & service excellent. It did remind me of being on the Hill in STL with main street charm. Best lasagna eaten in a long time. Only slight negative comment
It was so cold inside we started to rush our meal to get outside again. Hopefully next time will be functioning as usual. 🙂“

“I had lunch there yesterday with a friend and had the pleasure of having Peyton for our waitress. She was so kind and charming. The food was absolutely delicious and the restaurant itself was clean and cozy.. highly recommend the Brussels and belly appetizer and the salmon power bowl. Both were absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection! I cannot wait to go back!!“

“We are extremely pleased with Ami’s Catering of our family wedding. Ami’s Catering was the best decision! Consider their catering for your parties, showers, banquets, holidays, a weekend meal or weekday lunch or dinner. Planning the wedding reception with Shabi, Ami and their staff was enjoyable, delicious as we sampled the menu and they worked with us on details. PROS: Communication, tasting appointment, menu choices, customization, pricing, service, set-up, delivery, hot-food, delicious, savory, and everything about this family restaurant!! We have eaten at both locations, yet we are usually closer to O’fallon location. Carry-out at O’fallon is a favorite. Pizza variety, famous salad, their house dressing, hot rolls, garlic bread, chicken meals are savory and pastas are all top notch!! Check out their menu, so many choices!!“

“We went because I remember going to a restaurant they had many years ago on St Charles Rock Rd. The food was as good as I remember. Everyone loved what they had. We will definitely be going back.“

“We came and Darryl assisted us with our party we were planning, he was amazing! He answered any questions I had about the menu and catering. He was very patient and polite. Thanks for making our party amazing. We recommend 10/10 every time! Food was PHONOMINAL! Can't wait til our next event! Thanks Candicci's“

“Gioia’s Winghaven is our go to for sandwiches! Always get the order correct, always timely service, always wonderful customer service, always delicious! The only complaint is I can’t have them on Sunday! :( We’ve tried to go back to other sandwich shops on a Sunday and it never compares to Gioia’s. You’ve raised the bar so much, now everyone else is a disappointment.“

“Probably the best experience at a restaurant we’ve ever had. Ethan, the waiter, was personable, accommodating, and friendly! Food was exceptional as well!“

“They catered a Christmas event I attended. The food was presented professionally and tasted absolutely delicious! 5⭐️“

“Outstanding flavor! Loved the sauce and the cheese...everything!“

“Excellent quality of food. Great service and nice ambiance.“

“Our waiter, Mike, was personable and quick. The food was good and hot. Loved the cream the chef added to the Manhattan clam chowder.“

“Had the 1/2 and 1/2 pizza, half veggie half margherita both were good, but the veggie stood out. The pizza is Detroit style but the cheese baked crust adds a bit of salty crunch that makes the edges something spectacular. I also had the spicy Chicken salad which was great, but not the star of the show. also enjoyed the pomegranate lemonade, but that seems to be a seasonal thing.“

“Great service & great food!! We had a couple small issues (burger not done & a soda that was lacking syrup, it was almost all carbonation. It happens! 🙃). The double decker pizza is so good!! My daughter had the chili mac & it was such a huge bowl that we brought more than half of it home. It was yummy!“

“I was in St. Louis, tried pizza in this place, the wait, the service and a lot of positivity from the people who work there. One of the best pizzas served in St. Louis is located at this address. I recommend this place to everyone, and special thanks to the manager Anthony and the pizza makers Colin and Rachel, and everyone else.“

“Great meal today. A chef salad with THE BEST dressing. We try to make it here every time we’re in the area. ❤️ Always enjoy my meal no matter the choice.“

“Bought sausage & pepperoni pizza yesterday and eating leftovers today and still 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥this is my go to place! Always on point with food & staff!!!! I live in St Louis City but I will travel this far for their food!!!!! Cannot go wrong here and I might add that all Imos restaurants pizza does not taste the same and I’ve tried many because I’m a Foodie🤣😂🥰💯“

“Robert enthusiastically greeted us upon our arrival. He is very personable and professional. We were impressed with his pizza ingredient knowledge, regarding all the different kinds. Our all meat. Pizza was piping hot and delicious! The ingredients were obviously fresh. Both bathrooms were clean. The floor and the tables were spotless, awaiting their next guests. It was quite apparent to us that Robert was genuinely invested in our Jets pizza dining experience.“

“An outer towner so I may not know what I’m talking about. Service was fine but what they suggested and I ordered did not end up being what they described. The pasta sauce also had a taste of spice which I was not expecting and did not really like. It did come with garlic bread. Others in the group got pizza and a crunchlmos. The pizza was a 6 out of 10 but the crunchlmos was good enough to be finished within minutes.“

“I have frequently dined, had delivered, and carried out fron this location. It has had its ups and downs, but I noticed a significant change in September 2021. I believe they took on complete new management. I have been fortunate enough to be dealing with Matt for at least a year now and I always thought he should have been the one that should be running this location. I have been a customer here for 10 years and it's always been a mess. Matt did something different. I believe they brought Dan in as the GM and made Matt the AM. Things changed for the better. Apparently Dan left and Matt stepped into the GM position. Im not sure what happened, but Matt was the best thing that happened to this place. Its my understanding that upper management drove him out do to psychological abuse. I will say as a diehard customer Matt did leave a solid legacy. I always enjoyed Fernando. There were days it was Matt and Fernado, and those guys were on point. Im very pleased to see Fernando in a management position. I would hope that he would be considered for the GM position in the near future. Over the years I have unfortunately noticed the turn of management in this establishment, and there seems to be a common denominator. I have never been able to get a answer from any of the management over the years but from what I can collect it seems to me that they are micro managed and not given the tools to succeed. That is why I will no longer patronize this location or any other Imos that is part of this franchise. It's to bad. I don't know who to contact, but if you are reading this, you either own the place, or are the DM or RM. It really doesn't matter. I have a 17 year old daughter that really wanted to get a job with you and I won't let her. I would have left her in Matt's hands, no worries. Matt was there everyday, everytime. Then he is gone? Through the grapevine I hear there is a District manager that appears to be a bit of a cancer in this franchise. Can anyone fill me in on any information on this matter? Does anyone know where Matt is? If anyone is in contact with him please tell him thank you for years of fantastic service. I hope you have found happiness God bless. John B“