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Sapore Italian Cafe

4.9
4.9
581 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

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

  • Payment options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Paul Buzzetta

Popular dishes

What 581 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • St. Louis

    Best Overall

  • St. Louis

    Best Food

  • St. Louis

    Best Value

  • St. Louis

    Italian

  • West County

    Best Overall

  • West County

    Best Food

  • West County

    Best Ambiance

  • West County

    Best Value

  • West County

    Neighborhood gem

  • West County

    Romantic

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  1. LauraE

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding. The food, the service, perfect night for being on the patio. Just couldn't have been better!!
  2. RobinH

    St. Louis

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, and portions were ample. Our server was delightful, and we'll return!
  3. Bobby

    Cincinnati

    342 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    342 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sapore has become one of our favorite restaurants in St. Louis. We’re out-of-towners and always go here when we’re in town. Food is exceptional! Everything is so good. You could throw a dart at the menu and anything it landed on would be delicious. They are very accommodating. Switched out veal for chicken for the Pollo Limone. Made my guest chicken parmigiana completely off-menu. Lobster ravioli to kill for. Excellent pours on wine and cocktails.
  4. PhyllisM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Food was delicious. Reservations only however trying to call to change from 2 to 4 people was impossible as no one answered the phone. Changing our reservations was taken care of in person with no problem. We definitely plan on dining there again.
  5. judyh

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food ~ be sure to get the Lobster Risotto!!!
  6. itsjustme

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    I usually have a 5 star experience here but not this most recent experience. Although our waiter was very nice he was very slow and messed up my order. He offered to replace it but we had already waited so long for our food I said I would just eat it. He did give me a free dessert. He would often disappear for long periods although we could see his other tables had already finished dining. And then he screwed up our bills. We said nothing because we were with good friends that didn’t care but still it wasn’t right. However we do love their food. Their risotto is great and my husband shared some of his with me since I didn’t get mine. Lemon cello cake is awesome.
  7. LianeB

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was terrific, as usual. Great value. We love this place!
  8. MamaT60

    Lake of the Ozarks

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. Would have been even nicer if the guy at the next table used his indoor voice.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious! And the service was outstanding! Plus they have great wine!
  10. PatG

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service couldn’t have been quicker or better. The food was delicious. While it wasn’t ‘cheap’ I felt that I got my money’s worth. It was plentiful, tender and flavorful. I ordered the chicken Marsala, ate 1/2 and my husband ate the other half the next day.😊 He ordered the fish pasta and said it had a surprisingly large amount of fish in it .
  11. Celebratory

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Each time we visit the food and the service seems to be even better than before. We will return on a regular basis.
  12. supertaster

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there to celebrate 2 birthdays. Service was great; food was great. It got a little loud when young child decided to scream but that was not the fault of Sapore. We would go back again.
  13. SaraFCRNA

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a favorite of ours. The staff is so friendly and the food is delicious. The Chilean Sea Bass is amongst the best I've had and their risotto is always perfect.
  14. stpt

    Jacksonville

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great dinner! We had the specials for the evening, scallops and sea Bass. Both were excellent.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great spot for a date the food was amazing would come back to try more of there great pasta
  16. dwill

    St. Louis

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great meal and service never disappointed on our visits there.
  17. bruceg

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were outstanding; well attentive waiter; timing of the food was right on the nose
  18. timothyd

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and good service. The bar needs to be better
  19. JoshS

    St. Louis

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was absolutely amazing . Not only the food the service was also top notch . Always a delight to come here
  20. marys

    St. Louis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderfully relaxing and delicious meal. Food was very good…especially the shrimp scampi. Staff is efficient and friendly.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Risotto is terrific
  22. Erika

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, never disappointed.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    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 ..
  24. BicycleAP

    St. Louis

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 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.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner… wonderful service ….appetizers a bit pricey… but yes I’d go again!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Since the first time we booked this restaurant on open table, we’ve been back almost every other week. My fiancé and I absolutely love the food here and everyone that works here. You must get the lobster ravioli! It’s incredible.
  27. John

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, good service…a little disappointed in the lack of gluten free desserts.
  28. SuzyW

    St. Louis

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 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!
  29. BillG

    St. Louis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 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.
  30. JayS

    Mobile

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 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.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful staff, service, and food. The Lobster Risotto is my favorite.
  32. 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.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, very good service
  34. CarlL

    St. Louis

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. The food was delicious.
  35. 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).
  36. Diane711

    St. Louis

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 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.
  37. 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.
  38. SarahD

    St. Louis

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was fantastic; the service, the food, the drinks, absolutely no complaints. Highly recommend!
  39. 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.
  40. JerryD

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 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!

FAQs

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

Sapore Italian Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 581 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Sapore Italian Cafe

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

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