It began really well, but this seafood inspired bistro in Clayton has taken a turn for the worse. The entrees are now bland and unoriginal. For drinks and appetizers it's still a safe bet for downtown Clayton.

Harry's Downtown has it all. If you want an excellent, romantic dinner this is the place. If you want a crazy Happy Hour and weekend party spot - try their outdoor patio complete with live music. Harry's also does well with large groups. We went for a rehearsal dinner and it was very nice.

More known for the live music than the food, this downtown staple has been around for years. The drink specials are good, especially during Mardi Gras, the live bands are always interesting, but the food is ho-hum. I'd suggest eating somewhere else first and then coming here.

Good Happy Hour specials and fun entrees keep this Tex-Mex restaurant in Clayton hopping. At times a place to see and be seen, it does offer a pretty decent menu.

Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous is the only way to describe this one-of-a-kind restaurant in the heart of St. Louis. Fantastic food, excellent wine list, extremely pleasant service and the view as the top rotates is the height of romance. Don't worry, it doesn't go so fast that you can't enjoy your meal.

Although many of the Pantera's have closed since I first started going there as a kid, this one is still around. Same style pizza as I remember and man is it good!

Very nice sushi place in this strip mall Creve Coeur location. Dining area is very open with private rooms for larger parties. Sushi is well prepared and always fresh. Service is nice on nights when there aren't that many people, but sometimes off during busy times.

Great beer selection from around the world. Don't expect your usual Bud Lights at this place. Food is bar food trying to become more gourmet. Stick to the basics - that's always a good way to go. Beware of lunchtime crowds - especially on Fridays.

Excellet wine list and outstanding desserts. Entrees cater to a discriminating palate and don't leave anything else to be desired. Make it an event and take someone special.

Great drinks and food. Come here for the name and stay for the live music going on. Great place in the summertime to hang outside and people watch.

A great local St. Louis place for pasta. Just like the others, their signature salad is great and a must-have with any meal. Pasta portions are pretty large so feel free to share.

Excellent place for pasta on the St. Louis Hill. The menu is huge with something for everyone. Portions are enourmous and certainly warrant the bang-for-your-buck reputation. Cunetto's does NOT take reservations at any time, so if you're trying to get in on a Friday, Saturday or holiday night be prepared to wait for hours.

The stuff that dreams are made of is at Pantera's. A saturday night staple when I was younger, Pantera's has slowly been closing up shops so that few remain still. But their pizza is excellent and very reasonably priced.

One of the few traditional Greek places in St. Louis, Spiro's has excellent old world-style food. The lamb is hit or miss (more so at the Olive location than anywhere else).

Great place for the all you can eat buffet. Family owned and run (watch out for darting little kids clearing tables), this place offers a huge buffet for a very resonable price.

Great place to eat at this Clayton landmark. After a great American cuisine dinner, head over to the pub for live entertainment.

Cardwell's at the Plaza is a see and be seen type of place. While the front of the restaurant offers a country club-like atmosphere, the back feels more like your Euro-lounge type restaurant. Service is definitely on par at this place.

Great place to go with a large group of friends, however couples beware, you'll get placed with a large group of people you won't know. Depending on your chef for the night you're either in for a hilarious treat or a ho-hum presentation. Note, that if you order fried rice you'll get charged extra.

Absolutely the best Mexican food in St. Louis bar-none. The margaritas are out of this world (and great for a cheap, easy buzz) and the food selection is great. There's something even the most picky eaters will enjoy. You'll definitely leave stuffed. If you're a spicy food fan, try their green salsa (you'll have to request it - it's only for the brave).

Amighetti's is a St. Louis landmark for a reason. Their specials are the absolute best!!! You won't leave disappointed.