Dominic and Jackie Galati purchased Dominic's on the Hill in 1971 and moved in above the restaurant. Within two years, Dominic began winning national awards and has continued to do so for the last 40 years. This is an exceptional restaurant with fine Italian cuisine, professional, friendly service, & an extensive wine list. Dominic oversees the kitchen,and the menu includes fresh seafood, veal, tenderloin, lamb, and many other choices. The restaurant has a Florentine atmosphere, with low lighting, white tablecloths, & classic oil paintings. Dominic's has been honored by DIRONA, 2001 Restaurant Hall of Fame, 1999 International Award of Excellence, The Epicurean Award & was voted one of the two best Italian Restaurants in the country by Conde Nast Traveller.
The second floor of the restaurant is available for private parties of 15-65. Please call for details. Smaller parties up to 18 people can be accommodated downstairs as well as larger parties up to 150.
Additional information
Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Continental
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dinner
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Catering is available. Please call 314-771-1632 for more information.
Private party facilities
Dominic's on the Hill is ideal for business functions, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, anniversary parties, graduation parties, and small wedding dinners. The elegent and intimate Sopra Room on the private second floor is complete with separate bathrooms, full bar, and plasma TV. The main restaurant has two semi-private rooms which can seat 18 people. The whole restaurant can also be reserved for up to 150 people. Private dining menus range in price depending on your budget and wants. Wine can also be ordered exclusively for your event. A deposit is required to hold the space for your private event. Call for more information.
Valet parking on weekends. Street parking also available every night.
Entertainment
Background music.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
Appetizer
Tenderloin CarpaccioUSD 13.50
Scottish Smoked SalmonUSD 12.50
Steak Alla TartaraUSD 13.50
Artichoke with Shrimp and SpinachUSD 9.50
Oysters RockefellerUSD 12.50
Mussles in White Wine and Fresh TomatoUSD 12.50
Calamari FrittiUSD 12.50
Snails with ArtichokesUSD 12.50
Shrimp All'ItalianaUSD 12.50
Cannelloni Alla RomanaUSD 8.00
Eggplant Alla ParmigianaUSD 8.00
Caponata of EggplantUSD 7.50
Grilled Peppers, Mozzarella & AnchoviesUSD 9.00
Antipasto ItalianoUSD 12.00
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms & SalsicciaUSD 11.00
Soup of the DayUSD 6.00
Pasta
Pappardelle Alla BologneseUSD 23.00
Tortellini Alla FiorentinaUSD 23.00
Capellini PrimaveraUSD 21.00
Ravioli Di Ricotta Alla MarinaraUSD 18.00
Linguine with Fresh ClamsUSD 25.00
Rigatoni AmatricianaUSD 22.00
Risotto with LobsterUSD 32.00
Farfalle Al SalmoneUSD 24.00
Penne Alla CarbonaraUSD 21.00
Linguine con PesceUSD 29.00
Insalata
Dominic'sUSD 7.00
Spinach, Avacado, Roquefort and BaconUSD 8.25
Fresh Tomato, Mozzarella and AnchoviesUSD 7.25
CaesarUSD 7.75
Pesce
Scampi Alla GrigliaUSD 27.00
Lobster Alla GustaUSD 39.00
Lobster PicanteUSD 39.00
Salmon with Shrimp SauceUSD 27.00
Zuppa Di PesceUSD 29.00
Sea Scallops with Dill SauceUSD 28.00
Dover Sole AlmondineUSD 39.00
Pollo
Breast of Chicken Alla ParmigianoUSD 24.00
Breast of Chicken Alla RomanaUSD 24.00
Breast of Chicken MarsalaUSD 24.00
Breast of Chicken SpiedinoUSD 24.00
Vitello
Veal Al Limone with Capers & MushroomsUSD 29.00
Veal Osso Buco with RisottoUSD 39.00
Veal with Fontina and MushroomsUSD 29.00
Veal T-Bone Chop with Wild Mushroom SauceUSD 39.00
Veal Milanese with SpinachUSD 29.00
Veal Crema with ArtichokesUSD 29.00
Carne
Beef Tenderloin Spiedino Wild RiceUSD 27.00
Sirloin alla SicilianaUSD 38.00
Beef Tenderloin RossiniUSD 37.00
Rack of LambUSD 39.00
Double Pork Chop with Caramelized OnionsUSD 31.00
Contorni
SpinachUSD 7.00
EscarolUSD 7.00
AsparagusUSD 7.00
What 1,093 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
St. Louis
Best Value
St. Louis
Romantic
St. Louis
Good for special occasions
Downtown
Best Food
Downtown
Best Ambience
Downtown
Best Value
Downtown
Great for fine wines
Downtown
Romantic
Downtown
Good for special occasions
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dominic's on the Hill offers an authentic Italian dining experience with "excellent food and service" in a classic, relaxed atmosphere. Guests rave about the attentive staff, delectable pasta, and standout veal dishes. With personal touches from Dominic himself, this is a "must-visit" for fine dining in St. Louis.
1,093 Reviews
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Cynthia
Dallas
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Outstanding! Everything was delicious and the service was excellent.
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Joshua
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Beautiful spot. Dinner was a little lackluster for the price but service was outstanding.
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Mary Ann
St. Louis
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always special at Dominic’s! Staff and food all excellent!
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Randy
St. Louis
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Outstanding meal from start to finish. The entire staff was attentive to our needs and very friendly.
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Kris
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The best night of our trip to St. Louis. We wanted a romantic upscale restaurant and Dominic's exceeded our expectations. The staff were extremely attentive and the food was exceptional. We felt like royalty. Absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting the best food experience of authentic Italian. Thank you so much!
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Peter
St. Louis
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Engaging staff with just the right amount of attention. Stellar food and beautiful old world ambience.
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William
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Classic Fine Italian Dining....The Décor, The People make it special evening.
We enjoyed the specials recommended by Geno, Oysters Rockefeller & Sea Bass *****
The warming chart at your table ensures your food is Nice & Toasty when served.
Joe is engaging in every aspect.
Highly recommended & will go back next time in St Louis
Bill & Ann
Dallas, Tx
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Larry
St. Louis
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on 15 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great food I had the veal chop with cream spinach. My friend had two different types of pasta. We both had salads and the toasted ravioli very good meal. High quality will return to Dominic’s as you can always have a great Italian meal in St. Louis on the hill.
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Gregory
Indiana
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 15 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Truly the best restaurant on the hill. No doubt why the have a collection of AAA 4 diamond awards.
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Patti
St. Louis
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We and our adult children went there to celebrate our anniversary. The service was wonderful without being too much. The staff was very friendly and made good recommendations. Everyone enjoyed their delicious appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. The wine selection was great. It was sweet to have our special occasion noted with a piece of Jackie’s cake.
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FAQs
Dominic's on the Hill is rated 4.7 stars by 1093 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Catering is available. Please call 314-771-1632 for more information.
Private party facilities
Dominic's on the Hill is ideal for business functions, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, anniversary parties, graduation parties, and small wedding dinners. The elegent and intimate Sopra Room on the private second floor is complete with separate bathrooms, full bar, and plasma TV. The main restaurant has two semi-private rooms which can seat 18 people. The whole restaurant can also be reserved for up to 150 people. Private dining menus range in price depending on your budget and wants. Wine can also be ordered exclusively for your event. A deposit is required to hold the space for your private event. Call for more information.