My new favorite southern Italian place make sure you try the grape and olive salad
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andy Cigars
A gorgeous space with excellent staff and food to match!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Braised Octopus
Kevin Keaveny
Had dinner a few weeks ago at Peno’s. Food was delicious and the service, courtesy of Harry B, was fabulous. Highly recommended folks!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza with Brown Butter, Braised Octopus
Kendra Jones
The atmosphere is very datenight. The service was on point. The water gave is the full rundown of the new fall menu and specials. Salmon pappadelle and mushrooms ravioli where amazing. We will be back soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Niemira
Best food and kindest people!
Sandy Matuschak
Peno is a real gem with delicious food, a charming atmosphere, and the delightful owner Pepe Kehm who aims to please with local and fresh ingredients and his eclectic personality! From pizza to homemade pasta to the yummy appetizers & entrées there’s something for everyone..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Octopus
Thomas Wolf
Our waitress, Laura G gave us excellent service and was so engaging. She explained any questions we had regarding the food and made my birthday dinner so special. Our first time at this restaurant and will be back again when Laura is our server
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jason Koenig
This was the worst dining experience my husband and I've have had in a long time. They were out of several menu items including the red sangria. The white sangria was very bitter. The beef spiedini was dry, and overcooked. I ordered a glass of prosecco, and It was poured out of a mini bottle costing $16.95. Our server pulled a "snot towel" out of her apron wiping her nose several times, and did not wash her hands. She proceeded to pull bread out of an oven with no gloves. The building was small, which was fine, but it was very hot inside. Our evening was ruined as we both felt sick after dinner. There are many fabulous restaurants in St Louis. Do not dine at this one!
Denise Kist
Enjoyed our first ( and I am sure not our last) dinner experience ! We had the best server - Harry B. He was attentive - knowledgeable- and made our dining experience SUPER!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melanie McKean
Landed here the other night just prior to some rain showers. Their covered patio was the perfect place to spend a chill evening enjoying great food and watching the rain!
Such a hidden gem!! IYKYK! Peno has great food, a great atmosphere, and wonderful servers. And I LOVE their pizza! My favorite is the Roberto.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
natalie jensen
I came here with a group of girlfriends for my friends bachelorette dinner party this past weekend, the staff was very friendly, the restaurant is beautiful, and the food is wonderful! The owner came out and spoke with us and was so kind, he provided us some amazing apps on the house which made her night even more special. since I have gone gluten free going out to eat hasnt been the easiest, I was able to get their Pepe Gluten Free pizza and it was to die for! I absolutely recommend this place and will for sure come back!
Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Olive and Grape Salad & Bruschetta
Quyen H.
We came to Peno (pronounced PAY-no) for a late dinner last night with no expectation, but we were very impressed with their outstanding food quality and an exceptional staffs/service. We got seated immediately on a covered patio. Soon after that, my server brought water and bread to our table. I love how cozy and elegant the restaurant is.For appetizer, we got the Sicilian eggplant. I am a sucker for Asian eggplant dishes, so we were both really excited to try this dish. After the first bite, I couldn't stop eating. The owner/chef Pepe really took this simple ingredient to another level. The eggplant flesh was so tender and sweet. The tomato sauce was well seasoned and had great flavor. Must try item 10/10!!!For entrée, my partner wanted to try the Roasted lamb shank Calabrese but it was sold out. He got the Tagliatelle instead. He wasn't a fan of the pasta texture - too soft for his liking, but nothing wrong with the dish. I got the Spaghetti tutto mare substituted with white sauce. Seafood was very fresh and I loved the sauce - rich, creamy but not overwhelming. I definitely will come back for the seafood stew and lamb shank.I didn't plan to drink tonight but it was such a good vibe here...So I got the Pink Sangria which was suggested by my waitress. I was happy with it over the red sangria. And my partner got the Berry Basil Smash (non alcoholic) and wow it was so refreshing. Of course we couldn't leave without having tiramisu for dessert.My waitress was amazing and attentive. She asked if I wanted a bowl for seafood shell : ) . I ordered a watermelon Italian soda for my little one, and she offered to switch the drink from glass to plastic cup. She came by a few times to check if we needed anything or if we were satisfied with our food.Overall, we had a fantastic time here. We"ll definitely come back to try their Mare pizza.They looked delicious from other tables' orders. We left very full and happy : )
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Renee Alwadi
Heard a lot about this place from my family member! Tried it and with an honest opinion It’s not worth it whatsoever! Ordered beet salad (nothing fresh in this salad) I can tell and I hope I am wrong beets were ready to go steamed beets remind me of Costco packet if it’s not it!! preparation was simply cut it add olive oil,balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and side of of arugula! BLAH !!Ordered a seafood stew which is a simple joke! Tomato sauce came out of a jar not prepared in the back kitchen, then through a mix of seafood with Spinach and add underneath something claimed to be an overcooked previous prepared risotto! Sad to say all this and don’t to want to be negative but yes it is not good! Didn’t take a pic of beet salad.Service was good and atmosphere as well!
My new favorite southern Italian place make sure you try the grape and olive salad
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A gorgeous space with excellent staff and food to match!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Braised Octopus
Had dinner a few weeks ago at Peno’s. Food was delicious and the service, courtesy of Harry B, was fabulous. Highly recommended folks!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza with Brown Butter, Braised Octopus
The atmosphere is very datenight. The service was on point. The water gave is the full rundown of the new fall menu and specials. Salmon pappadelle and mushrooms ravioli where amazing. We will be back soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food and kindest people!
Peno is a real gem with delicious food, a charming atmosphere, and the delightful owner Pepe Kehm who aims to please with local and fresh ingredients and his eclectic personality! From pizza to homemade pasta to the yummy appetizers & entrées there’s something for everyone..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Octopus
Our waitress, Laura G gave us excellent service and was so engaging. She explained any questions we had regarding the food and made my birthday dinner so special. Our first time at this restaurant and will be back again when Laura is our server
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
This was the worst dining experience my husband and I've have had in a long time. They were out of several menu items including the red sangria. The white sangria was very bitter. The beef spiedini was dry, and overcooked. I ordered a glass of prosecco, and It was poured out of a mini bottle costing $16.95. Our server pulled a "snot towel" out of her apron wiping her nose several times, and did not wash her hands. She proceeded to pull bread out of an oven with no gloves. The building was small, which was fine, but it was very hot inside. Our evening was ruined as we both felt sick after dinner. There are many fabulous restaurants in St Louis. Do not dine at this one!
Enjoyed our first ( and I am sure not our last) dinner experience ! We had the best server - Harry B. He was attentive - knowledgeable- and made our dining experience SUPER!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Landed here the other night just prior to some rain showers. Their covered patio was the perfect place to spend a chill evening enjoying great food and watching the rain!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Seafood Pasta
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Best in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a hidden gem!! IYKYK! Peno has great food, a great atmosphere, and wonderful servers. And I LOVE their pizza! My favorite is the Roberto.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came here with a group of girlfriends for my friends bachelorette dinner party this past weekend, the staff was very friendly, the restaurant is beautiful, and the food is wonderful! The owner came out and spoke with us and was so kind, he provided us some amazing apps on the house which made her night even more special. since I have gone gluten free going out to eat hasnt been the easiest, I was able to get their Pepe Gluten Free pizza and it was to die for! I absolutely recommend this place and will for sure come back!
Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Olive and Grape Salad & Bruschetta
We came to Peno (pronounced PAY-no) for a late dinner last night with no expectation, but we were very impressed with their outstanding food quality and an exceptional staffs/service. We got seated immediately on a covered patio. Soon after that, my server brought water and bread to our table. I love how cozy and elegant the restaurant is.For appetizer, we got the Sicilian eggplant. I am a sucker for Asian eggplant dishes, so we were both really excited to try this dish. After the first bite, I couldn't stop eating. The owner/chef Pepe really took this simple ingredient to another level. The eggplant flesh was so tender and sweet. The tomato sauce was well seasoned and had great flavor. Must try item 10/10!!!For entrée, my partner wanted to try the Roasted lamb shank Calabrese but it was sold out. He got the Tagliatelle instead. He wasn't a fan of the pasta texture - too soft for his liking, but nothing wrong with the dish. I got the Spaghetti tutto mare substituted with white sauce. Seafood was very fresh and I loved the sauce - rich, creamy but not overwhelming. I definitely will come back for the seafood stew and lamb shank.I didn't plan to drink tonight but it was such a good vibe here...So I got the Pink Sangria which was suggested by my waitress. I was happy with it over the red sangria. And my partner got the Berry Basil Smash (non alcoholic) and wow it was so refreshing. Of course we couldn't leave without having tiramisu for dessert.My waitress was amazing and attentive. She asked if I wanted a bowl for seafood shell : ) . I ordered a watermelon Italian soda for my little one, and she offered to switch the drink from glass to plastic cup. She came by a few times to check if we needed anything or if we were satisfied with our food.Overall, we had a fantastic time here. We"ll definitely come back to try their Mare pizza.They looked delicious from other tables' orders. We left very full and happy : )
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heard a lot about this place from my family member! Tried it and with an honest opinion It’s not worth it whatsoever! Ordered beet salad (nothing fresh in this salad) I can tell and I hope I am wrong beets were ready to go steamed beets remind me of Costco packet if it’s not it!! preparation was simply cut it add olive oil,balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and side of of arugula! BLAH !!Ordered a seafood stew which is a simple joke! Tomato sauce came out of a jar not prepared in the back kitchen, then through a mix of seafood with Spinach and add underneath something claimed to be an overcooked previous prepared risotto! Sad to say all this and don’t to want to be negative but yes it is not good! Didn’t take a pic of beet salad.Service was good and atmosphere as well!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
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