Best Italian Restaurants, Thoughts on Tipping, and What We Can't Stop Thinking About
Arch Eats
<p>In the inaugural episode of<em> Arch Eats</em>, dining editor <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ePhd2c7czYQY1rZTgyoFyOqH7FpTIuXtncsFOhx1nLGHVha4kSOkIW1n38zsh4qU/++/topics/george-mahe/" rel="nofollow">George Mahe</a> and restaurant critic <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ePhd2c7czYQY1rZTgyoFyOqH7FpTIuXtncsFOhx1nLGHVha4kSOkIW1n38zsh4qU/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/" rel="nofollow">Cheryl Baehr</a> engage in a lively conversation that delves into the nuances of dried and fresh pasta. They also share insights on the <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ePhd2c7czYQY1rZTgyoFyOqH7FpTIuXtncsFOhx1nLGHVha4kSOkIW1n38zsh4qU/++/dining/best-italian-restaurants-st-louis/%5C" rel="nofollow">Italian restaurant scene</a>, on The Hill and far beyond. (Could St. Charles become The Hill 2.0? <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ePhd2c7czYQY1rZTgyoFyOqH7FpTIuXtncsFOhx1nLGHVha4kSOkIW1n38zsh4qU/++/dining/liliana%E2%80%99s-italian-kitchen-cottleville-second-location/" rel="nofollow">Liliana's is flourishing in Cottleville</a>, <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ePhd2c7czYQY1rZTgyoFyOqH7FpTIuXtncsFOhx1nLGHVha4kSOkIW1n38zsh4qU/++/dining/napoli-sea-now-open-at-streets-of-st-charles/" rel="nofollow">Napoli Sea</a> opened at Streets of St. Charles, and there's O'Fallon's forthcoming <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ePhd2c7czYQY1rZTgyoFyOqH7FpTIuXtncsFOhx1nLGHVha4kSOkIW1n38zsh4qU/++/dining/osteria-forto-to-open-in-o%E2%80%99fallon-mo-this-october/%5C" rel="nofollow">Osteria Forto</a>.)</p>
<p>Learn where to grab the under-the-radar masterpiece described as "one giant pillow of... I don't even know what you'd call it" and "the best mashed potatoes of your life crossed with lasagna."</p>
<p>And amid their gastronomic revelations, Mahe and Baehr share thoughts about tipping on a tablet while being watched.</p>
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<p>Other mentions:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.sashaswinebar.com/" rel="nofollow">Sasha’s Wine Bar</a>: 706 DeMun, Clayton, 314-863-7274.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.angadartshotel.com/restaurants-bars/art-bar/" rel="nofollow">Angad Rainbow Terrace Bar</a> (ART Bar): 3550 Samuel Shepard, Grand Center, 314-561-0033.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.thefriscostl.com/" rel="nofollow">Frisco Barroom</a>: 8110 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-455-1090.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.themarylandhouse.com/" rel="nofollow">Maryland House</a>: 44 Maryland Plz., CWE, 314-497-4449.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.silkys.com/" rel="nofollow">Silky’s Frozen Custard</a> – 3 area locations</p>
<p><a href="https://www.napolistl.com/cafe-napoli?y_source=1_MjI1MDQxOTctNDgzLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=" rel="nofollow">Cape Napoli</a>: Three area locations, plus Napoli Sea</p>
<p><a href="https://www.osteriaforto.com/" rel="nofollow">Osteria Forto</a>: 2509 Highway K, O’Fallon, Mo. 636-294-1435.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.notopizza.com/" rel="nofollow">Noto Italian Restaurant</a>: 5105 Westwood, St. Peters, Mo. 636-317-1143.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.lilianascottleville.com/" rel="nofollow">Liliana’s Italian Kitchen</a>: 3891 Mid Rivers Mall, Cottleville, Mo., 636-477-5550.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.vicinipastaria.com/" rel="nofollow">Vicini Pastaria</a>: 1916 Park, Lafayette Square, 314-827-6150.</p>
<p><a href="https://eatpastaria.com/stlouis/" rel="nofollow">Pastaria</a>: 7734 Forsyth, Clayton, 314-862-6603.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.paulmannos.com/" rel="nofollow">Paul Manno’s Café</a>: 75 Forum Shop Ctr., Creve Coeur, 314-878-1274.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.louiedemun.com/" rel="nofollow">Louie</a>: 706 DeMun, Clayton, 314-300-8188</p>
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