Hendel's — Restaurant in Florissant

What an amazing place to share a meal or a drink. Fine dining experience with working man prices. The atmosphere here is cozy and rustic. The history here is palpable. They've managed to keep the menu modern and exciting while sticking with some classic options as well.

Everything on the menu looks enticing and sounds good. Service was really friendly from host to waitress. Elyse was our server and did a wonderful job.

The food was delicious, and everything tasted fresh and inspired. Even something as simple as a side salad was well done with an amazing Mediterranean dressing.

You can tell a lot is made in-house because of the flavors and textures. Even the side pickle was home-made.

This is a perfect place for a special occasion but the prices are so reasonable you can come here every week.

The menu is simple and short but still offers such a huge variety. We tried mac and cheese bites, Caesar salad with parm encrusted chicken, and portobello sandwich. The parm encrusted chicken is one of the best bites I've ever had.

If you're from the area you must know about this place! This is worth a trip for if you're not based locally. They've been around for 30 years, and there's no...

Our recent dining experience was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the tone for the evening. The ambiance was both elegant and comfortable, with soft lighting and tasteful decor creating a perfect balance between cozy and sophisticated.

What truly stood out was the service. The staff was incredibly attentive and professional, ensuring that every need was met with a smile. From the timely refills of water to the thoughtful recommendations on the menu, it was clear that the team was dedicated to providing a flawless dining experience.

Now, let’s talk about the star of the show: the pasta dishes. Every bite was a revelation of rich, bold flavors. The pasta was cooked to perfection, with just the right texture, and the sauces were nothing short of heavenly. Whether you prefer a classic marinara or a creamy Alfredo, each dish was bursting with fresh ingredients and expertly balanced flavors.

Overall, this dinner was a perfect blend of ambiance, service, and culinary excellence. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience, especially if you're a pasta...

This place has amazing food, that is a fact. Their calamari is perfectly made, crunchy in the outside but not too chewy in the inside. Their stuffed portobellos are the best ones i had in my entire life. Perfectly seasoned, and perfectly cooked. Their steak is actually good, the one with the garlic butter, but for some reason, it was kind of tough for me. Service crew are very accommodating.

So why did I give 3 stars then?

As much as I would like to give this place a 5 star rating, I couldn't because of the place's ambiance. The place is actually well decorated, but the way the tables were set made the whole place kind of "awkward". We came for the 8pm reservation we had, and the actual dining area wasn't a good area for people who like to converse. All the chattering made the place really noisy. The bar area was even worse. Other customers were almost yelling while talking, which isn't expected in a classy resto like this one. We were transferred in the patio dining which was perfect during dinner but isn't recommended for the hot season. Our food came later than expected, but then it was all worth the wait.

So to summarize, it's a place for good food but so-so...