Charlie Gitto's
$$ • Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Charlie Gitto's
Customers' Favorites
Chicken Marsala Lunch
Seafood Pasta Suzanne
Cheese Garlic Bread
Garlic Cheese Toast
Pizza Margherita
Homemade Lasagna
Lobster Ravioli
Toasted Ravioli
Seafood Risotto
Penne Primavera
Charlie Gitto's Reviews
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My friend is an actual chef, classically trained and has spent a year in Italy. We shared the seafood risotto and the special: a blackened Chilean sea bass on mushroom risotto. Oh my God.
Neither of us expected this to be as unbelievably good as it was! The seafood risotto was the perfect texture and the shaved Parmesan gave the occasional pop of extra flavor. Scallops and shrimp were juicy, clams and mussels were good but the stock used was key. The sea bass was THE BEST...read full review
Neither of us expected this to be as unbelievably good as it was! The seafood risotto was the perfect texture and the shaved Parmesan gave the occasional pop of extra flavor. Scallops and shrimp were juicy, clams and mussels were good but the stock used was key. The sea bass was THE BEST...read full review
Had a wonderful experience. Karen S. took great care of us. We weren’t in a hurry and she didn’t make us feel rushed even though the restaurant was busy. Drinks and food were great!
I saw a few reviews talked about it smelling like cigarette smoke. We really didn’t notice it.
I saw a few reviews talked about it smelling like cigarette smoke. We really didn’t notice it.
Our server was great. I asked for very hot food. Entree was tasty & hot. They serve a few vegetables on the side. They were cold, and were promptly replaced. Their website states they are the most romantic restaurant in town. It is dimly lit, and relatively quiet. Many of the patrons were very casual. The restaurant is right next to a very casual casino, where smoking is allowed. Many of the restaurant patrons smelled of smoke.
Hours
| Monday | 4:30 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4:30 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 4:30 - 9PM |
Charlie Gitto's offers an exceptional dining experience with consistently excellent food and wonderful flavors. The service is noted for its attentiveness, with full water glasses and warm, refilled bread. The ambiance creates a pleasant atmosphere for guests, featuring polished decor with white tablecloths and candlelit tables. While the service may occasionally miss the mark, the overall experience at Charlie Gitto's is highly recommended by both regulars and first-time visitors. The restaurant is known for its delicious Italian dishes, including the popular Lasagna, Chicken Parmigiana, and Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken. Guests have praised items like the toasted ravioli, which are crispy, flavorful, and memorable, as well as the perfectly cooked grouper special. Portions are generous, and the flavor is outstanding, although there have been notes of uneven portion sizes in some dishes. Guests with dietary restrictions, such as Celiac disease, can also find accommodating service. The location provides ample space, making it a great choice for dining before events at the nearby Music Park. Many consider Charlie Gitto's their favorite restaurant in STL, eagerly recommending dishes like lobster bisque, calamari, baked creamed spinach, seafood risotto, and all the homemade pastas. However, some diners have experienced issues with certain meals, like cold Veal Marsala and inconsistent drink temperatures, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite this, the attentive service is often highlighted as a strong point of the restaurant, making guests feel well cared for.