Best Date Night Restaurants in University City

68 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Casa Don Alfonso - The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis restaurant

1. Casa Don Alfonso - The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis

4.3

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Clayton

Booked 48 times today

Casa Don Alfonso is the perfect date night spot, offering a taste of the Sorrento Coast right in the heart of St. Louis. The ambiance is consistently praised for its beauty and romantic feel, creating an exceptional dining experience. The service is also highly rated, making guests feel welcome and well cared for. One reviewer even said it's the 'perfect place for an anniversary dinner'. The food, primarily Mediterranean, is rich in flavor and tradition, making each bite a memorable experience.

A photo of 801 Chophouse - St. Louis restaurant

2. 801 Chophouse - St. Louis

4.7

Exceptional(3485)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Clayton

Booked 40 times today

801 Chophouse at The Crescent is just minutes away from the heart of the Clayton business district in the heart of St. Louis. We combine the upscale atmosphere of intimate 1920s New York steakhouses with the vibrant downtown atmosphere of St. Louis. We are proud to offer a variety of different unique menu combinations for you to enjoy; using only the finest USDA prime steak, an award-winning wine list, exclusive bourbons and scotches, and a daily fresh sheet, you're sure to have an experience you won't forget. 801 Chophouse offers private dining rooms and an exceptional wine list. Book your reservation online today!

3. Herbie's

4.4

Awesome(2396)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clayton

Booked 20 times today

Herbie's is an American restaurant and bar inspired by the food & atmosphere of the French bistro as well as the cuisines of Italy, Asia, and the coastal American South. Our focus is on seasonal dishes with local ingredients, featuring rotating menus and daily specials with something to satisfy every palate. Renowned for our welcoming hospitality and gorgeous dining rooms & patios, we strive to make every guest feel at home, whether here for a business meeting, an intimate dinner, or any other occasion! We accept reservations online & over the phone. For parties larger than 6 guests, please email reservations@herbies.com with your name, party size, date, time, phone number, and any additional requests.To book an event, private room, or catering, please visit our website Herbies.com/private-events and fill out a contact form & a member of our team will respond promptly!We look forward to serving you soon!

4. 801 Fish - STL

4.7

Exceptional(2147)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Clayton

Booked 27 times today

801 Fish offers only globally sourced finned fish and crustaceans from the world's most pristine waters. You'll find chef driven cuisine coupled with exemplary service in a sophisticated and modern aquatic atmosphere at the Clayton restaurant across the street from its sister, 801 Chophouse. In addition to our beautiful and social distanced dining room, we offer limited outdoor seating, available on a first come first served basis.

5. Il Palato

4.9

Exceptional(633)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clayton

Booked 4 times today

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.

A photo of Edera Italian Eatery restaurant

6. Edera Italian Eatery

4.6

Exceptional(62)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central West End

Booked 24 times today

Edera Italian Eatery is focused on serving simple, refined food in a more casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere. Chef Andrew Simon offers a fresh interpretation, sourcing the highest quality ingredients from Italy to Missouri. The menu features premium Neapolitan pizzas, signature pastas and premium entrees. Edera’s cuisine – featuring sauces, pastas and baked goods made fresh daily in the restaurant – are elevated enough for a special night out, while also being approachable enough for everyday fare. Concepted by the Koplar family in consultation with renowned Chef Mike Randolph, Edera has quickly become a fixture in St. Louis’s iconic Central West End neighborhood. We invite you to experience our newly renovated dining room or dine alfresco alongside towering ivy walls in our Italian style courtyard. We look forward to serving you!

7. Acero

4.9

Exceptional(2735)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Maplewood

Booked 14 times today

Rustic Italian cuisine in the heart of Maplewood that features fresh ingredients from local farmers as well as an all Italian wine list.

8. Olive + Oak

4.8

Exceptional(1348)

Price: Expensive

• American • St. Louis

Booked 50 times today

Olive + Oak is an ideal date night spot as per the reviews. With its cozy ambiance and sophisticated setting, it's praised for its fine dining experience. The service is consistently great and the food is excellent. Many reviewers recommend it for a special occasion or a night out with friends and loved ones.

9. Madrina

4.5

Awesome(384)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Webster Groves

Booked 23 times today

An intimate venue in the heart of Old Webster Groves, the Madrina team is ready take our guests back to a time where dining out was a cherished experience shared by family and friends. We are proud to showcase our Italian heritage and love for human connection through a menu carefully curated by Chef Max Crask and owners Frank Romano and Stanley Browne. We are so excited to have you!

A photo of Truffles - St. Louis restaurant

10. Truffles - St. Louis

4.8

Exceptional(1384)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Clayton

Booked 4 times today

"Truffles has always managed that elusive balance of refinement and relaxed casualness...” Sauce, 8/2011“This is a top-tier eatery. The kitchen is reinvigorated and inventive…” STL Magazine, 5/2011.Truffles strives to produce a menu that easily fuses rustic and contemporary American cooking. With simplicity and seasonality as our guide, house-made specialties such as pasta and salumi are prepared fresh every day and are complemented by choice selections of locally sourced and raised meats, seafood and inventive sides. The Truffles menu begins in the fields, rivers and farms of the Midwest and our award-winning wine list features wines from every corner of the earth. We bring the best flavors of the season direct to your plate.

‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

R
Reggie
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It's always excellent, food and service. When we go we definitely love the ambiance.
More info
801 Fish - STLPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Clayton
•
4.7
N
NinaVIP
St. Louis •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server, Sebastian, was attentive and knowledgeable, giving us helpful details about our selections.
More info
Casa Don Alfonso - The Ritz-Carlton St. LouisPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Clayton
•
4.3
W
William
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Proposed to my girlfriend in one of the chalets and it was the most romantic dining we’ve ever had. The food was absolutely incredible and our server Joe was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable and fun! The Ameretto Cream Pie was the best dessert we’ve ever had!!! Absolutely recommend this place to anyone and everyone!!!
More info
Edera Italian EateryPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central West End
•
4.6
J
Julia
St. Louis •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the best time dining with friends at Olive and Oak. Our server was outstanding, along with all of the hosts, bussers, and additional support staff. Our meal was perfectly paced and gave us time to enjoy each course, as well as visit with our friends. The food and drinks were absolutely spectacular, as always. To top things off, we were gifted a bottle of wine before leaving from the manager. Hows that for a wow-factor?!
More info
Olive + OakPrice: Expensive• American• St. Louis
•
4.8
D
Drew
St. Louis •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was the absolute best. Some delays on the steak, but a manager came out to apologize, and our server could not have been better. Super enthusiastic, personable. He made the experience for us. Would absolutely return.
More info
801 Chophouse - St. LouisPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Clayton
•
4.7

Best Date Night Restaurants in University City

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

68 restaurants available nearby

1. Casa Don Alfonso - The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis

2. 801 Chophouse - St. Louis

3. Herbie's

4. 801 Fish - STL

5. Il Palato

6. Edera Italian Eatery

7. Acero

8. Olive + Oak

9. Madrina

10. Truffles - St. Louis

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable