St. Louis is stuffed like a cannoli with Italian restaurants. And we're spoiled with options: From the elegance of Tony's to the grab-and-go efficiency of Parm, there is an Italian restaurant in St. Louis to fit every taste and lifestyle.

So don't waste your time on dull national chain restaurants. Instead, dip deep into the marinara of the St. Louis Italian restaurant scene. From downtown to St. Peters to your favorites on the Hill, here are all of the best spots to stop and smell the ricotta.