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Italian Fine Dining · St. Louis, MO

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill Menu & Prices 2026

Full Charlie Gitto's on the Hill dinner menu with prices for 2026 -- every item from appetizers through certified-prime steaks, pulled from the restaurant's official published menu. Toasted ravioli from $16, handcrafted pastas from $24, chicken from $30, veal from $42, and prime beef from $60. Below: signature dish highlights, the full priced menu, what to order, and a dining guide to St. Louis's most celebrated Italian restaurant.

Open since 1981The Hill, St. LouisTop 50 Italian -- OpenTableWine Spectator AwardDinner nightly
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Sample · $$$

Signature items

Toasted Ravioli$16
Seafood Pasta Suzanne$38
Chicken Marsala$30
Veal Parmigiano$55
NY Strip (14 oz)$68
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Quick answers

What Charlie Gitto's on the Hill is known for

Four dishes that define the restaurant -- most-ordered, most-praised, and most-distinctive based on verified reviews and menu history.

Most famous dish
Toasted Ravioli $16

The St. Louis original -- handmade meat-filled ravioli, breaded and fried, with pomodoro sauce. The dish that made Charlie Gitto's nationally known.

Most popular pasta
Seafood Pasta Suzanne $38

Fresh homemade tagliatelle with shrimp, scallops, clams, langostinos and mussels in a spicy three-pepper cream sauce. The single most-reviewed pasta on Yelp and TripAdvisor.

Signature veal
Veal Parmigiano $55

Bone-in veal chop, breaded and baked with pomodoro and CG cheeses. The most indulgent item on the menu and a long-standing signature.

Best-value entree
Chicken Marsala $30

Breaded boneless chicken breast in sweet Marsala wine sauce with fresh mushrooms. The most approachably priced full entree on the menu.

Most-ordered

Eight dishes reviewers order again and again

Ranked by frequency across verified review platforms (Yelp, TripAdvisor, OpenTable). These are the dishes that make regulars out of first-time visitors.

  1. 1Toasted RavioliThe St. Louis original. Start every meal here.$16
  2. 2Seafood Pasta SuzanneThe most-reviewed pasta on every platform.$38
  3. 3Lobster BisqueRich house-made soup, consistently praised.$14
  4. 4Lobster RavioliLobster-filled homemade ravioli in lobster cream.$32
  5. 5AranciniRisotto balls with walnut pesto cream -- a crowd favorite.$15
  6. 6Veal ParmigianoBone-in veal chop, the ultimate splurge.$55
  7. 7Tortellini alla PannaMeat-filled tortellini with prosciutto and cream.$25
  8. 8Italian Chopped SaladOne of the most-photographed starters.$13
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Ten categories from the official Charlie Gitto's on the Hill dinner menu.

Appetizers8 itemsSoups2 itemsSalads4 itemsHandcrafted Pasta12 itemsChicken5 itemsVeal4 itemsSeafood2 itemsBeef3 itemsBrick Oven Pizzas3 itemsSides4 items
The full priced menu

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill dinner menu (2026 prices)

All items below are sourced from the restaurant's official dinner menu at charliegittos.com. Prices are current as of June 2026 -- fine-dining menus can shift seasonally, so confirm with the restaurant for your visit.

About these prices. All prices are pulled directly from Charlie Gitto's official published dinner menu (charliegittos.com/dinner-menu-on-the-hill), reviewed June 2026. Charlie Gitto's is an upscale fine-dining restaurant -- this is not a fast-casual price point. Prices may change seasonally. A 20% automatic gratuity is added for parties of 6 or more. Call (314) 772-8898 or visit the official website to confirm current pricing before your visit.
Dining guide

What to order at Charlie Gitto's on the Hill

A category-by-category guide to the menu -- what to know before you order.

Always start here

Toasted Ravioli

Charlie Gitto's is credited as one of the originators of the St. Louis toasted ravioli -- breaded, fried meat-filled pasta with pomodoro sauce. At $16 for an appetizer portion, it is the essential first course. Order it regardless of what else you choose.

Best pasta · $38

Seafood Pasta Suzanne

The single most-reviewed pasta dish on every platform. Fresh homemade tagliatelle with five types of shellfish in a spicy three-pepper cream sauce. The kitchen makes the pasta daily. Rich, complex, and distinctly CG.

Most ordered pasta · $25

Tortellini alla Panna

Meat-filled tortellini with mushrooms, peas and prosciutto in parmesan cream sauce. One of the more straightforward preparations on the menu -- earns praise for its balance and the quality of the house-made pasta.

The splurge · $55

Veal Parmigiano

A bone-in veal chop breaded and baked with pomodoro and CG cheeses. The largest and most theatrical dish on the menu. If you are celebrating something, this is the plate that arrives at the table with the most visual impact.

Best value entree · $30

Chicken Marsala

Breaded boneless chicken breast in sweet Marsala wine sauce with fresh mushrooms. The most accessible price point among the full entrees. A well-executed version of a classic Italian-American dish.

For seafood lovers · $32

Lobster Ravioli

Lobster-filled homemade ravioli in lobster cream sauce. Among the 15 pasta options on the menu, this is the one that reviewers most consistently single out as worth the premium. Made in-house daily.

About Charlie Gitto's on the Hill

St. Louis's most celebrated Italian restaurant, open since 1981.

Charlie Gitto Jr. opened the restaurant in 1981 at 5226 Shaw Ave in The Hill -- the same address where his father had worked as a maitre d' at an earlier restaurant called Angelo's, which Gitto Jr. eventually purchased. The connection to the neighborhood runs deep: The Hill has been St. Louis's Italian-American heart since the early 20th century, populated by immigrant families from Sicily and northern Italy.

The restaurant became nationally known for its toasted ravioli -- a St. Louis specialty that originated in The Hill in the 1940s. Charlie Gitto's version, made with handmade meat-filled pasta and the house pomodoro sauce, has been called one of the definitive renditions of the dish.

Recognitions include a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, an OpenTable designation as one of the top 50 Italian restaurants in the United States, and coverage in The New York Times, Food Network, Travel Channel, Good Morning America, and Today Show. A second location, Charlie Gitto's From the Hill, opened at Hollywood Casino in Maryland Heights in 2004.

1981Founded
40+Years open
Top 50Italian (OpenTable)
2Locations
Practical dining guide

What to know before you visit Charlie Gitto's on the Hill

Charlie Gitto's is dinner-only fine dining -- plan accordingly. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially Friday and Saturday. The dress code is smart casual/business casual (no athletic wear).

Budget roughly $60-$100 per person for an appetizer, entree and glass of wine. The wine list has earned a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Parties of 6 or more are subject to a single check with 20% automatic gratuity. No booster seats or high chairs are provided.

  • Address: 5226 Shaw Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Phone: (314) 772-8898
  • Hours: Mon-Thu 5-9pm, Fri-Sat 5-10pm, Sun 4-9pm
  • Dinner only -- no lunch service
  • Dress code: Smart casual / business casual
  • Reservations: Strongly recommended
  • Parties 6+: Single check, 20% auto-gratuity
  • Wine: Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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Common questions

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill -- frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions people most commonly ask about Charlie Gitto's menu, prices, reservations and history.

What is Charlie Gitto's on the Hill famous for?

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill is most famous for the original St. Louis toasted ravioli -- golden, crispy meat-filled pasta pockets served with pomodoro sauce. The restaurant has been credited as one of the originators of this St. Louis specialty since opening in 1981. It is also known for handmade pastas, certified-prime beef, veal preparations (especially the bone-in Veal Parmigiano at $55) and fresh seafood.

Where is Charlie Gitto's on the Hill located?

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill is located at 5226 Shaw Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110, in the historic Italian-American neighborhood known as The Hill. The phone number is (314) 772-8898. The Hill is one of St. Louis's most beloved restaurant neighborhoods, home to numerous Italian-owned businesses and restaurants.

What are Charlie Gitto's on the Hill hours?

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill is open for dinner only: Monday through Thursday 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. The restaurant is not open for lunch.

How much does dinner at Charlie Gitto's on the Hill cost?

Charlie Gitto's on the Hill is upscale fine dining. Appetizers range from $8 (Sicilian Garlic Dip) to $22 (CG Signature Shrimp). Pasta entrees run $24-$38. Chicken entrees run $30-$39. Veal entrees run $42-$55. Seafood entrees run $32-$35. Prime steaks run $60-$68. Expect to budget roughly $60-$100+ per person including an appetizer, entree, and wine. A 20% automatic gratuity is added for parties of 6 or more.

What is the toasted ravioli at Charlie Gitto's?

Charlie Gitto's Toasted Ravioli ($16) is widely credited as one of the original St. Louis toasted ravioli -- handmade meat-filled ravioli, breaded and fried ("toasted" is the local term), served with the house pomodoro sauce. The dish originated in The Hill neighborhood in the 1940s and has become a St. Louis culinary icon. Charlie Gitto's version uses house-made ravioli and remains one of the most-reviewed items on the menu.

What pasta dishes does Charlie Gitto's on the Hill serve?

Charlie Gitto's handcrafted pasta menu is extensive. Highlights include Seafood Pasta Suzanne ($38, homemade tagliatelle with shrimp, scallops, clams, langostinos and mussels in three-pepper cream), Lobster Ravioli ($32, lobster-filled with lobster cream sauce), Tortellini alla Panna ($25, meat-filled tortellini with prosciutto and cream), Baked Spaghetti with Meatballs ($25), and Gnocchi alla Sorrentino ($25, potato gnocchi with San Marzano sauce and fresh mozzarella). All pasta is made in-house.

Does Charlie Gitto's on the Hill take reservations?

Yes -- reservations are strongly recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings. Reservations can be made via charliegittos.com or through OpenTable. Walk-ins are accepted based on availability. The restaurant operates a smart-casual/business-casual dress code. Note: no booster seats or high chairs are provided, and parties of 6 or more are subject to a single check with 20% automatic gratuity.

Is Charlie Gitto's on the Hill a good special-occasion restaurant?

Yes -- Charlie Gitto's on the Hill is widely regarded as one of St. Louis's premier special-occasion restaurants. It has been named one of the top 50 Italian restaurants in the United States by OpenTable and holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for its wine program. It has been featured in The New York Times, Food Network, Travel Channel, Good Morning America, and Today Show. The atmosphere is upscale but approachable, with attentive personalized service.

Does Charlie Gitto's have a second location?

Yes -- a second location called Charlie Gitto's From the Hill is at Hollywood Casino, 777 Casino Center, Maryland Heights, MO 63043, phone (314) 770-7663. It is open Monday through Thursday 4:30 PM-9:00 PM, Friday-Saturday 4:30 PM-10:00 PM, and Sunday 4:30 PM-9:00 PM. The casino location shares much of the same menu and kitchen philosophy as the original Hill location, which opened in 1981.

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