Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Midtown

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Midtown? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Dominics Trattoria

4.7

4.7 (496)

$30 and under

Italian

Clayton

About the restaurant

Dominic"s Trattoria in Clayton is what a Trattoria is all about; Family owned and operated since March of 1997. Presenting authentic and regional dishes in a casual but elegant atmosphere. Some featured Italian dishes include Chicken Saltimbocca, Tenderloin Monte Carlo, Grilled Lamb Chops, Veal Milanese, Linguini with Fresh Clams and many other delectable creations. Dine in a cozy, relaxing atmosphere with gracious, personal service and a beautiful view of Shaw Park.

Complementary Valet Parking available in the evenings.

Please note: Due to limited seating in our bar, you must contact us to guarantee a table in that area.

Top review

Emily

Dined on May 12, 2025

Delicious! And the prices are so reasonable, and the service and setting are so wonderful, I definitely will visit Dominic’s again!!

Acero

4.9

4.9 (2856)

$31 to $50

Italian

Maplewood

About the restaurant

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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Stephanie

Dined 1 day ago

This place is one of my favorite to dine at in St. Louis

Pan D'Olive

4.6

4.6 (49)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Richmond Heights

About the restaurant

Mediterranean eats, made with love. Experience the Flavors of the Mediterranean, Right Here In Saint Louis.

Top review

Janet

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Glad they put the Lobster Ravioli on the menu. Excellent

Louie's Wine Dive - Saint Louis

4.8

4.8 (507)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Clayton

About the restaurant

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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PatVIP

Dined on May 15, 2025

Had a great lunch here. The food was great and atmosphere perfect

The Crossing

4.9

4.9 (2651)

$50 and over

French

Clayton

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Avin

Dined 4 days ago

Came here for our anniversary dinner, and it was the best meal I've had in St Louis in my life. Highly recommend the tasting menu -- pastas were a standout. Service was also exceptional. Definitely put this one on the shortlist for your next special occasion!

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Popular dish

Tagliolini

IL Bel Lago - From the Hill

4.9

4.9 (1715)

$30 and under

Italian

Creve Coeur

About the restaurant

Il Bel Lago From The Hill. A fixture in St. Louis for 15 years now! Food is what makes an authentic restaurant great, and with its 50 years of experience from their Hill location Il Bel Lago has all the ingredients for excellence. You enter via the fountain plaza to find an open, airy lounge. Il Bel Lago is both elegant and comfortable with floor to ceiling wine racks and private dining spaces.
The Food here is as stunning as the décor. The Italian Cuisine is equal to the very best anywhere in St. Louis. Il Bel Lago's menu rates among the top Italian restaurants in St. Louis, as does the service. Come visit us and see for yourself.
Buon Appetito!

Top review

ScottVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Best Bolognese sauce in town! I consistently have great meals here.

Oceano Bistro - Clayton

4.8

4.8 (3713)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Clayton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Oceano Bistro, St. Louis premiere fresh fish bistro.

Our chefs, in partnerships with fishermen, farmers, and food artisans have searched the world's seas to bring the St. Louis area what is enjoyed by those who are living on the coast. We then pair it innovative and exciting fresh local producers and flavor combinations certain to dazzle every discerning palate at prices that are a great value for a great catch.

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Daffney

Dined 3 days ago

Always great food, attentive staff, and a friendly atmosphere.

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4.6

4.6 (392)

$50 and over

American

The Loop

About the restaurant

Beyond Sweet Kitchen + Bar is St. Louis' newest vibe.

Top review

Alecia

Dined on May 17, 2025

Although a tornado has come through and destroyed this place, it is hands down my favorite restaurant in St. Louis. From the music, to the food. I love everything about this place. Hoping it’s rebuilt.

The Capital Grille - St. Louis - Clayton

4.8

4.8 (2213)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Clayton

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

Top review

Charles HoffmanVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Outstanding service and great birthday and special event place.

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Russell's on Macklind

4.8

4.8 (1295)

$30 and under

American

St. Louis Hills

About the restaurant

Russells on Macklind is a neighborhood restaurant that serves seasonal farm to table dinner and weekend brunch. We are well known for our extensive bakery offerings as well as a bar that features seasonal cocktails, local craft beers, and wine. Russells is located in a renovated 100 year old building at the corner of Murdoch and Macklind in the Southampton neighborhood of St. Louis. We pride ourselves on serving exceptional food in a warm and inviting neighborhood atmosphere.

Top review

John

Dined 3 days ago

Great food with a different flair than the ordinary set in an old brick building in a residential neighborhood. Well worth the trip.

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