Friday Food Critic: The Vine

Tell us what you think of this local restaurant on Main Street.

When it comes to restaurants, St. Charles has it covered. We have some great local places that many would consider community gems; we have some mom-and-pop diners; and we certainly—for better or for worse—have plenty of chains lining our main streets. But what we don't have is a consistent food critic to tell us what's good and what's not.  That's where you come in. We could throw some money at a professional food critic, but that's not exactly what Patch is all about. We'd much rather know the opinion of the fine folks that eat there day-in and day-out. It's your community. You eat the food. You tell us if it passes the mark. That's why we are introducing The Friday Food Critic, where each week we will put a different restaurant on the …

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Friday Food Critic: Grappa Grill

Tell us what you think of Grappa Grill!

When it comes to restaurants, St. Charles has it covered. We have some great local places that many would consider community gems; we have some restaurants that aren't exactly mom-and-pop but are unique to the area; and we certainly—for better or for worse—have plenty of chains lining our main streets. But what we don't have is a consistent food critic to tell us what's good and what's not.  That's where you come in. We could throw some money at a professional food critic, but that's not exactly what Patch is all about. We'd much rather know the opinion of the fine folks that eat there day-in and day-out. It's your community. You eat the food. You tell us if it passes the mark. That's why we are introducing The Friday Food Critic, where …

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Friday Food Critic: Lady Di's Diner

Tell us what you think of Lady Di's Diner.

When it comes to restaurants, St. Charles has it covered. We have some great local places that many would consider community gems; we have some restaurants that aren't exactly mom-and-pop but are unique to the area; and we certainly—for better or for worse—have plenty of chains lining our main streets. But what we don't have is a consistent food critic to tell us what's good and what's not.  That's where you come in. We could throw some money at a professional food critic, but that's not exactly what Patch is all about. We'd much rather know the opinion of the fine folks that eat there day-in and day-out. It's your community. You eat the food. You tell us if it passes the mark. That's why we are introducing The Friday Food Critic, where …

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Friday Food Critic: Talayna's World Class Pizza

Each week, we nominate a new restaurant for you to review. That's right, you're the local expert.

When it comes to restaurants, St. Charles has it covered. We have some great local places that many would consider community gems; we have some restaurants that aren't exactly mom-and-pop but are unique to the area; and we certainly—for better or for worse—have plenty of chains lining our main streets. But what we don't have is a consistent food critic to tell us what's good and what's not.  That's where you come in. We could throw some money at a professional food critic, but that's not exactly what Patch is all about. We'd much rather know the opinion of the fine folks that eat there day-in and day-out. It's your community. You eat the food. You tell us if it passes the mark. That's why we are introducing The Friday Food Critic, where …

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Greg Padavan

10:40 am on Friday, August 17, 2012

I think Talanya's is very good as well. Saying that my brother Mark is my Executive Chef and Partner at Padavan's NY in New Town. When Mark was in NY he was written up MANY times for his fantastic entrees and was also known for the best Pizza in The Hampton's. We grew up in Westhampton Beach so I know what you mean about missing NY Pizza. Our pizza is the real deal. We have regular Neopolitan (NY…   more ›

St. Charles Restaurant and Food Inspection Reports, Part Two

St. Charles County Health Department inspects restaurants several times a year. This is part two of the list of inspections completed between July 1 and Sept. 30.

St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment regularly inspects food service establishments throughout St. Charles County, except for within limits of St. Peters. Businesses are inspected one to four times a year or after public complaints. "Lower-risk" places, like gas-stations that serve pre-packaged foods, are inspected less often than "higher-risk" places, like a restaurant, said Doug Bolnick, spokesman for the health department. The establishments begin with a score of 100 and points are deducted based on the severity of problems observed. According to the department's website, a low score does not mean the restaurant was unsafe on the day of the inspection. "A place could have just one deficiency that garners…

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Dining Out

Provel Sauces, Toasted Ravioli Combine in Classic St. Louis Italian Restaurant

Great service and a warm atmosphere are abundant, but reviewer found some food salty.

Concetta's is a quintessentially St. Louis Italian restaurant. Every cream sauce on the menu is made with provel. The side dishes include fries, house salad or mostaccioli. Toasted ravioli are not only an appetizer, but a lunch entree as well. Out-of-towners might find the food unusual, but for anyone born and bred in St. Louis, the menu is classic comfort food. When you walk in, the mostly windowless dining area has the feel of a grandparent's basement. The tan walls are accented with dark wooden beams, all topped by collectible porcelain sculptures. One room is lined with American historical figures including founding fathers and civil war soldiers. Another room is rimmed with small porcelain sculptures of wild birds. Fake curio cabinets…

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