Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Midtown

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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!

Del Pietro's

4.9

4.9 (1043)

$30 and under

Italian

Richmond Heights

About the restaurant

Del Pietro's is a casual affordable Italian restaurant serving fresh pastas, pizza, salads, antipasti, entrees, local beers, and a diverse wine list.

Top review

AmyCvip

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious pasta Attentive service Comfortable atmosphere So welcoming Great value Always great!

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Popular dish

Lasagna

Il Palato

4.8

4.8 (614)

$30 and under

Italian

Clayton

About the restaurant

Southern Italian Restaurant and wine bar. Luxurious craft cocktails, worldly wine list. A chic, seen or be seen up-scale eatery in an uncharted area of Clayton's business district.

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Angelavip

Dined on Sep 18, 2024

The experience ambiance and food is always spectacular!

Acero

4.9

4.9 (2697)

$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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Nancyvip

Dined 1 day ago

Every detail perfect. Warm and knowledgeable service, creative and well-executed dishes. Tremendous value. Recommend highly and will make a point to come back whenever we are in St. Louis!

IL Bel Lago - From the Hill

4.9

4.9 (1584)

$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!

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Kirk

Dined 3 days ago

The food was ok. I want impressed however, the service was amazing and the appetizers were great.

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4.7

4.7 (465)

$30 and under

Mexican

University City

About the restaurant

Owned and operated by Natasha Kwan, St. Louis Post Dispatch's Best Chef in St. Louis, our elevated Mexican restaurant blends vibrant flavors with a tropical atmosphere that feels like a vacation, taking you far from St. Louis. We’re located in a charming University City neighborhood, just steps from Clayton.

Our menu features plates like queso flameado, costra and crunch tacos, enchiladas, nachos and a few Tex-Mex options. Cocktails and margaritas are crafted with fresh-squeezed juices and premium ingredients. 

We offer all-day happy hour Tuesday through Thursday. We also accommodate parties of 10 or more for special celebrations.

Other accolades:
Best New Restaurant, A-List Restaurant (St. Louis Magazine)
Best Queso (Ian Froeb of St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

To Note:
Gluten free friendly - our fryer is dedicated gluten free so eat all the chips you want!
Many vegan options
Dog friendly patio and sidewalk

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Robinvip

Dined 6 days ago

Truly delicious food! The margaritas were top notch!! Beautiful restaurant, tastefully decorated without being kitschy. Would definitely return!

The Crossing

4.9

4.9 (2503)

$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.

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Johnvip

Dined 3 days ago

It’s always a special occasion to dine at the Crossing. Everything about the experience is “5 stars” but the food is above and beyond that rating - creative, beautiful, delicious, incredible.

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Popular dish

Tagliolini

Dominics Trattoria

4.6

4.6 (461)

$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.

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Michelevip

Dined on Sep 23, 2024

The food was amazing. We had a halibut special that was prepared perfectly - the mashed potatoes were out of this world.

Frida’s

4.7

4.7 (183)

$30 and under

Californian

University City

About the restaurant

Welcome to Frida’s and Bonito Bar. We are one of the area's most seasoned healthy restaurants. We pride ourselves serving plant-forward pescatarian and Californian cuisine. We invite you for lunch or dinner with friends and loved ones. After ten years, we have over 30 accolades including Top 100 Restaurants in St. Louis, A-List Chef/Owner, A-List Restaurant, Best Vegetarian and Best Non-Beef Burger by St. Louis Magazine, Feast and RFT.

Our bar and cocktail lounge serves house and classic cocktails, low ABV and fresh mocktails. We also provide a late night snack menu. We are located in a quaint neighborhood setting in North Clayton / University City. Pet friendly / outdoor dining available. Bar is first come first serve.

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Pamvip

Dined 6 days ago

Loved loved the ambiance, the staff and there were great options for my husband who has several food I issues and the menu was clearly marked about these, and staff was very knowledgeable. Definitely a new hot spot on our list of nearby places to make a habit!!

Café Napoli

4.8

4.8 (2213)

$30 and under

Italian

Clayton

About the restaurant

Café Napoli is a family owned restaurant, established in 1989 by Tony and Kathy Pietoso. Quickly becoming a success, they moved the small basement restaurant to a larger location at the corner of Forsyth and Bemiston in the heart of Clayton. In 2003, sons Ande and Kye expanded their family restaurant by adding Bar Napoli, a swank cocktail lounge. A few years later, Napoli Reserve was added onto Bar Napoli allowing for private event space and an additional bar and lounge for the weekends. After years of a flourishing business, Kathy and Tony decided to take their ventures West to Town and Country where they opened their second location, Napoli2, managed by Ande. Kye has taken the reigns from his father and is now the front man for the 8,000 square foot establishment in Clayton. Café Napoli and Bar Napoli have recently undergone a face lift inside and out. Inside the kitchen, Executive Chef from Napoli2 Jon Berger was recently added to the team, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the regional Italian specialties.

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Charles

Dined 1 day ago

We dined on the patio and the music was a bit loud but we asked to have it turned down and the management did so immediately. The food is excellent as was the service.

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Porter's Steakhouse - Collinsville

4.8

4.8 (1224)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Collinsville

About the restaurant

Porter's features hand cut steaks and chops, and fresh seafood flown in daily. Our award winning wine list features over 200 bottles from every corner of the wine growing world. Craig, our wine steward, would be happy to help you make a selection that will pair perfectly with your meal.

Located in the Collinsville Doubletree Hotel, Porter's features Private Dining Rooms to accommodate intimate gatherings, as well as guest rooms for your overnight travelers. Please email John McGuire at jmcguire@doubletreecollinsville.com to reserve a Private Dining Room.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 23, 2024

Porters is a lovely place to enjoy a special meal.

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Popular dish

Maine Lobster Bisque

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Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

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