Sapore Italian Cafe

Name: Sapore Italian Cafe
Address: 451 South Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO, United States, 63122
Telephone: (314) 909-7575
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

561 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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When I opened my doors in July of 2009, I committed to serving the freshest Italian dishes made from local and seasonal ingredients. I learned early the heart of Italian cooking is the flavor…or sapore. My school of teaching was from the best; my Nonna Elena and Mother Lia. Their philosophy has been carried on in my style of cooking: use simple ingredients and the food will speak for its self. Classic Italian dishes grace the menu but are personalized with my unique touch. Quality and consistency is what you will find with each dish. I would never serve anything short of that. So whether you are looking for a memorable night out or a glass of wine with friends, I am glad that you have chosen Sapore. As in true Italian tradition, I enjoy bringing people together through food. Ciao –

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(314) 909-7575

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday – Friday 11:30-2:00pm Dinner: Monday – Saturday 5pm Closed Sunday
Phone number
(314) 909-7575
Website
http://saporeitaliancafe.com/
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Paul Buzzetta

Location
451 South Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Neighborhood
Kirkwood
Cross street
W Woodbine Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Full Bar, Takeout

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Lobster Ravioli$12.50
Home made ravioli topped with delicate paprika, in a cream sauce or a spicy San Marzano tomato sauce
Shrimp De Jounge$13.00
Sautéed jumbo shrimp, red pepper flakes, served in sherry wine marinara sauce
Carciofi alla Lia$8.00
Flash fried topped with prosciutto and cheese
Calamari Fritti$10.00
Served with our house spicy dipping sauce
Cozze Orreganato$9.00
Sautéed Prince Edward Island mussels in a lemon white wine garlic sauce
Polpette di Casa$10.00
Homemade Sicilian meatballs in our spicy San Marzano tomato sauce topped with melted mozzarella
Melanzane Parmigiano$9.00
Eggplant baked with our San Marzano tomato sauce, basil, pecorino romano, mozzarella
Sapore Salami Platter$11.00
Assorted cured meats, imported cheese and olives for sharing
Soup of The Day$6.00

Insalate / Salad

Mixed Greens$6.00
Cherry tomatoes, diced red pepper, onions and parmesan cheese
Caesar$8.00
Homemade croutons, parmesan and classic Caesar dressing
Caprese$9.00
Farm tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, aged balsamic and E.V.O.O
Sapore Chopped Salad$9.00
Mixed greens, red onion, Genoa salami, fontina cheese, artichokes

Sapori del Grano

Pasta / Risotto

Paccheri Matriciana$17.00
Sautéed onions, basil and prosciutto, San Marzano tomatoes and E.V. O. O
Linguette Sapori del Mare$20.00
Shrimp, scallops, clams, P.E.I. mussels, in a white wine sauce
Parpadella Putanesca$16.00
Ribbon style pasta, sautéed garlic, basil, E.V.O.O., San Marzano tomatoes, red pepper flakes, cured anchovies, black olives and capers
Mezza Rigatoni alla Familia$16.00
San Marzano tomatoes, E.V.O.O., basil, topped with eggplant and parmigiano reggiano
Farfalinni Mascarpone$18.00
Sautéed onions, porcini mushrooms, peas, mascarpone cream sauce
Spaghettini de Grano$16.00
Primavera assorted daily vegetables San Marzano tomato sauce with wheat pasta
Fettuccine Romana$15.00
Our version of the classic
Risotto con Porcini$18.00
Arborio rice, saffron, sautéed onions, porcini mushrooms, peas in white wine
Risotto Sapori del Mare$20.00
Arborio rice, chunks of gulf shrimp, scallops, clams, New Zealand mussels, in a white wine sauce

Sapori del Mare / Flavors of the Sea

Gamberi Arrabiata$22.00
Sautéed jumbo shrimp, E.V.O.O., garlic, red pepper flakes and capers
Grigliatta di Scampi$22.00
Jumbo shrimp, Sicilian bread crumbs, garlic and lemon
Atlantic Salmon$24.00
Grilled and finished in a lemon, white wine topped with domestic mushrooms and capers
Sapore Daily Seafood Specials
- Market Price

Sapori della Terra / Flavors of the Land

Siciliano
E.V.O.O., garlic, lemon with Sicilian bread crumbs
- Chicken$15.00
- Veal$20.00
Marsala
Domestic mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers
- Chicken$16.00
- Veal$20.00
Vitello all Lia$20.00
Sautéed onions, peas, artichokes, Marsala wine
Vitello Saltimbocca$21.00
Prepared in a white wine sage sauce topped with prosciutto and cheese
Pollo Compangaola$16.00
Sauteed chicken, onions, bell peppers, oregano, San Marzano tomatoes in a sherry wine
Filet Palermitano$28.00
E.V.O.O., garlic and lemon
Medallions of Beef$27.00
"Pauli's Style" grilled, topped with San Marzano tomatoes, sautéed onions, eggplant, pecorino romano and mozzarella cheese
Bistecca Siciliano$27.00
E.V.O.O., garlic, lemon and Sicilian bread crumbs

What 561 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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marys
St. Louis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderfully relaxing and delicious meal. Food was very good…especially the shrimp scampi. Staff is efficient and friendly.
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Risotto is terrific
E
Erika
Dallas
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, never disappointed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing atmosphere and food was delicious like always. Nori and Jimi were amazing ..
BA
BicycleAP
St. Louis
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was a busy Friday evening and other diners lingered over their meals. The hostess indicated a comfortable place to wait for our table, which wasn’t very long. Nice selection of menu items. My partner had Caesar salad and shrimp Amatriciana (red sauce); I had a mixed green salad and grilled scampi. Both entrees were served with mixed roasted vegetables. We shared a dessert of a lemon cake. All the food was tasty and presented well. We are definitely likely to return to dine at Sapore.
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner… wonderful service ….appetizers a bit pricey… but yes I’d go again!
J
John
St. Louis
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, good service…a little disappointed in the lack of gluten free desserts.
SW
SuzyW
St. Louis
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
New Year’s Eve and Sapore had a full menu, and several specials. We were seated almost immediately upon arrival, and our server greeted us promptly. We split the chopped salad which was a hearty portion for a split, full of crisp, fresh vegetables and simply delicious. I had Chilean Sea Bass, one of the specials, and it was beautifully prepared, and done to perfection. My husband had Veal Alla Lia which had artichokes, peas and onions. One of the most delicious veal dishes either one of us had ever tasted. Our entrees were arrived hot, and served in a timely manor. A busy holiday, and Sapore didn’t miss a step. Clearly a neighborhood restaurant you can count on….great food, great service even with a packed house!
BG
BillG
St. Louis
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful dining experience. Our server was attentive but did not hover. Food arrived on a timely basis and was hot and delicious. Highly recommend.
JS
JayS
Mobile
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding New Years Eve dinner. Everything was well executed. The Sicilian style veal chop was the star. Probably the finest cut and preparation of steak I’ve had out. The Sicilian scallops were amazing and sat atop even more amazing risotto. The Caesar dressing was notable. Service was excellent without being overbearing. Our waiter Nori was knowledgeable with some helpful suggestions on both food and wine. Very nice ambience. Amazing experience. Highly recommended.
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful staff, service, and food. The Lobster Risotto is my favorite.
JP
JohnP
St. Louis
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was incredible. Service was very slow, but I guess that seems to be the norm nowadays.
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, very good service
CL
CarlL
St. Louis
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. The food was delicious.
m
marys
St. Louis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Their sauces are wonderful…..never too much of any single ingredient. Chopped salad is our favorite. The waiters are attentive w/o being intrusive, they work very hard to accommodate a specific request (level of spicy, anchovies, etc).
D
Diane711
St. Louis
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s always a pleasure to go to this restaurant. The wait staff is wonderful and so is the food. We had four people with us that had never been there, and they were also very pleased.
LH
LindaH
St. Louis
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delish! Our waiter was attentive and engaging. The noise from another party of diners was a bit much but once they left it was good. We had a great time and will go back.
SD
SarahD
St. Louis
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was fantastic; the service, the food, the drinks, absolutely no complaints. Highly recommend!
DK
DK1064
St. Louis
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food was outstanding. Kitchen was a little slow, but restaurant was full. Our waiter communicated about serve time, so we were aware of the situation. Very enjoyable meal at reasonable price point.
JD
JerryD
St. Louis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were wonderful. The risotto was prepared very well. Packed on a Monday night, make reservations!
GM
GerilynM
Dallas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always love our dinners at Sapore. Food is excellent! Our waiter was wonderful this time, as always.
LD
LindsayD
St. Louis
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food and service were excellent. It feels like the decor could use an update, and our table was too large for four. It was under a dropped ceiling, so it was too loud under there. Luckily the restaurant didn't have too many people on a cold weeknight.
c
caroll
Charleston
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Very good as usual
KA
KATHLEENS
St. Louis
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food and service was excellent. Always enjoy dining at Sapore
m
marys
St. Louis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent——even with the overflow crowd and dining upstairs. Food was very good…the sauces are just the right consistency, pasta is done perfectly and the lobster/risotto special was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Just out for a nice meal. The food was excellent how ever it was rather pricey. Had the Sea Bass special very good. Wish the server would of told us the price before ordering.
SL
SLMayse
Phoenix
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fabulous. Service was top notch. Quaint, nice ambience. Definite plus and will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had another great dinner at Sapore for Aloise’s birthday. Lobster Ravioli, meatballs and scallops were excellent as always.
a
amy12345
St. Louis
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall2food4service5ambience1
The food and service were both good. However, the value and ambiance left something to be desired. Beware the prices of the specials! The special was DOUBLE the cost of the average entree and was a smaller portion. We had not asked, and were not told, the price of the special before ordering and were shocked when the bill arrived. We expected the special to cost more than the entrees on the menu, but not double. As for the ambiance, avoid sitting upstairs. It was very dark, all the walls and ceiling were painted black, and there wasn't much circulation.
SW
SuzyW
St. Louis
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a terrific restaurant! Our food was delicious, and served hot. We tried two different veal dishes, and the salmon. All three entrees were excellent. We were met with a basket of warm, fresh bread, with oil and balsamic already prepared on our bread plates; cheese and pepper optional. The service was great. Can’t say enough nice things about this neighborhood gem.
S
Stacir
St. Louis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for our anniversary. The food and service was amazing .
BB
BlazinBob
St. Louis
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Excellent restaurant, wife and I had a very nice meal, food was very tasty, service excellent. I like the ambiance not too bright not too dark. Could use better background music didnt match the style of restaurant.
LS
LynetteS
St. Louis
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service
h
hahdines
Chicago
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first visit and all four of us had an outstanding meal!
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and nice variety… good vegetarian options and seafood specials. Attentive service.
T
Treader
St. Louis
22 reviews
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Make sure you ask what price the specials are. The menu items are about what you would expect but the specials were 2x the normal menu items.
s
spoonball
Naples
78 reviews
vip
4.0
78 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Very tasty. Will return.
R
Richard
St. Louis
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The stairs at the entrance were a challenge for the handicapped.
JB
JaneneB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely dinner . It was do nice to be out to dinner and be able to hear the friends we were dining with. The food was delicious and our service was outstanding. My husband had a side dish of pasta with bolognese sauce snd it was wonderful, looking forward to another evening st Sapore.
B
Bill
St. Louis
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an outstanding dinner. All the food was delicious, served nicely and hot. The scallops special was terrific. We were not rushed and had plenty of time to chat.

FAQs

Sapore Italian Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (314) 909-7575.

Sapore Italian Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 561 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(314) 909-7575

451 South Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Additional information

Cross street
W Woodbine Ave.
Neighborhood
Kirkwood
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday – Friday 11:30-2:00pm Dinner: Monday – Saturday 5pm Closed Sunday
Cuisines
Italian, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul Buzzetta
Additional
Banquet, Full Bar, Takeout

Website
http://saporeitaliancafe.com/
Phone number
(314) 909-7575

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Sapore Italian Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

98 St. Louis Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Antipasti

Lobster Ravioli$12.50

Shrimp De Jounge$13.00

Carciofi alla Lia$8.00

Calamari Fritti$10.00

Cozze Orreganato$9.00

Polpette di Casa$10.00

Melanzane Parmigiano$9.00

Sapore Salami Platter$11.00

Soup of The Day$6.00

Insalate / Salad

Mixed Greens$6.00

Caesar$8.00

Caprese$9.00

Sapore Chopped Salad$9.00

Sapori del Grano

Pasta / Risotto

Paccheri Matriciana$17.00

Linguette Sapori del Mare$20.00

Parpadella Putanesca$16.00

Mezza Rigatoni alla Familia$16.00

Farfalinni Mascarpone$18.00

Spaghettini de Grano$16.00

Fettuccine Romana$15.00

Risotto con Porcini$18.00

Risotto Sapori del Mare$20.00

Sapori del Mare / Flavors of the Sea

Gamberi Arrabiata$22.00

Grigliatta di Scampi$22.00

Atlantic Salmon$24.00

Sapore Daily Seafood Specials

Sapori della Terra / Flavors of the Land

Siciliano

Marsala

Vitello all Lia$20.00

Vitello Saltimbocca$21.00

Pollo Compangaola$16.00

Filet Palermitano$28.00

Medallions of Beef$27.00

Bistecca Siciliano$27.00

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