Milo's Bocce Garden
Milo's Bocce Garden is known for more than its pizza and traditional Italian fare--its outdoor Bocce gardens provide entertainment for guests as well. Some nights are Bocce league nights, while other nights allow for family play outdoor dining.
Milo's Bocce Garden
5201 Wilson at Marconi
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-0468
www.milosboccegarden.com
Rigazzi's Restaurant
Rigazzi's Restaurant is a family-owned restaurant locally known for its "frozen fish bowls" of draft beer. It is the oldest restaurant in The Hill neighborhood, having been in business for over 50 years. It has won numerous accolades, including "best toasted ravioli" by local voters. Over 200 menu items are available in this family-owned and family-friendly atmosphere, whose generous portions and delicious red sauce are legendary.
Rigazzi's Restaurant
4945 Daggett Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 772-4900
www.rigazzis.com
Zia's Restaurant
Zia's Restaurant is a restaurant favored by the local lunch crowd for its delicious pasta dishes, entrees and world-famous salad. Zia's is an upscale casual dining restaurant that welcomes families and has a full wine list. It has been in St. Louis for over 20 years and is a reasonably priced restaurant known for its friendly service, cozy atmosphere and delicious food.
Zia's Restaurant
5256 Wilson Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-0020
www.zias.com
Favazza's Restaurant
Favazza's Restaurant is best known for its ability to seat large groups and accommodate large gatherings and families. It is often the location for rehearsal dinners and family parties in one of its many private dining rooms. Favazza's boasts a full bar, traditional Italian cuisine and generous portions of food.
Favazza's Restaurant
5201 Southwest Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63139
(314) 772-4454
www.favazzas.com
Mama Campisi's Restaurante
Mama Campisi's Restaurante features an array of fish, veal and seafood dishes in addition to pastas and homemade meatballs. The restaurant is famous for its accidental invention of toasted ravioli, a St. Louis favorite first sampled by Joe Garagiola's older brother at this historic location. Visited by many lunch diners and the location for family dinners, Mama Campisi's is considered an institution by locals.
Mama Campisi's Restaurante
2132 Edwards Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-3100
www.mamacampisis.com
Gioia's Deli On the Hill
Gioia's Deli On the Hill is a full-service deli offering tables to patrons. It is well-known for its hot sandwiches, including salami and roast beef. Salads, soups and side items are also available at this family-owned business that has been in the same location for over 90 years, first as a specialty grocery. It is often chosen by local voters as the best delicatessen for its salami, which is made fresh daily.
Gioia's Deli
1934 Macklind Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-9410
www.gioiasdeli.com
About The Author
Kendall Olsen has been writing for over 20 years, is a UM-St. Louis Gateway Writing Project Fellow and has published instructional materials with McDonald Publishing Company. She holds an Ed.S in educational technology, an M.Ed in secondary English curriculum and instruction, a Bachelor of Science in elementary education and a Bachelor of Art in art history from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
