14 Best Italian Restaurants in Gainesville

Pomodoro Cafe Italian • $
9200 NW 39th Ave #100, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Jumbo Slice with Soup with Your Choice of Any 2 Pizza Toppings
Spaghetti Bolognese Meat Sauce
Chocolate Colossal Cake
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Mozzarella Cheese Pizza
Two - Timing Cheesecake
Buffalo Pomodoro Salad
Spaghetti Alla Nonna
Kid's Cheese Pizza
Ravioli Alla Vodka

“I love Italian food—especially mom-and-pop restaurants. My mom and I tried Pomodoro Café for the first time, and wow… hidden gem. The calamari was perfectly cooked—light, crisp, not greasy at all. The spaghetti Bolognese was rich, smooth, and perfectly al dente… the kind of dish that makes you pause and enjoy every bite. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. And Virginia—our server—was amazing. Attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!“

4.6 Superb410 Reviews
Da Vinci pizza and pasta Italian •
3275 SW 34th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Cheese Bread

“Atmosphere was great, prices were great, food was fresh and hot, and came out quickly. I had the Pizza Dudi, Grilled chicken, pesto sauce, goats cheese, Sun-dried tomatoes, balsamic glaze and Burrata. Excellent choice of pizza. Nari was our server, excellent customer service, super chill. I'd come back.“

4.7 Superb122 Reviews
Carrabba's Italian Grill Italian • $$
3021 SW 34th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Scallop Linguine Alla Vodka
Shrimp & Scallop Linguini Alla Vodka
Mama Mandola's Sicilian Chicken Soup
Rigatoni Martino with Chicken
Grilled Vegetable Ravioli
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Strawberry Cheesecake
Cesar Salad Dressing
Mozzarella Marinara

“Food is great. Service is very good. Totally recommend.“

4.4 Superb542 Reviews
V Pizza + Sidecar Pizza • $$
115 SE 1st St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Pesto Gouda Cavatappi V Mac-N-Cheese
Late Night Pepperoni Pizza
Personal Pepperoni Pizza
Calabrian Chicken Wings
Margherita V Signature
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Flying Hawaiian Pizza
Personal Cheese Pizza
Mac and Cheese Pizza

“My husband and I celebrated our wedding at V pizza+ Side car. The pizza and caresse salad was fantastic. The server made excellent recommendations. This is a fine dining restaurant. This restaurant is a 5 star experience. Thank you for a great experience.“

4.5 Superb464 Reviews
MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza - Gainesville Pizza • $
4949 Celebration Pointe Ave #100, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Signature Nutella Calzone Best Seller
Double Pepperoni Best Seller
The Gourmet Chopped Salad
House Meat & Cheese Plate
Truffle Prosciutto Pizza
House Meat Cheese Plate
Margherita & Prosciutto
Margherita & Proscuitto
Chicken Rustica Pizza
Spicy Sausage Calzone

“The food was absolutely fantastic.“

4.4 Superb272 Reviews
Leonardo's Pizza of Millhopper Pizza • $
4131 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Their Garlic Rolls Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Pizza with Ham Pineapple Olives Mushrooms and Extra Cheese
Pizza Bowl - Our Classic Sauce Plus Cheese
Big Leo Slice and Garlic Knots
Deep Dish Leonardo Pizza
Deep Dish Cheese Pizza
Pizza by the Slice
Whole Wheat Crust
Cheese Pizza Slice
Fresh Salad Bar

“Ate at Leonardos last night and ordered a Big Leo. Thought something was missing in the toppings. Couldn’t determine at restaurant. Had a piece for lunch today and found out not a spec of sausage on the pizza. Come on guys, you’re not giving them away.“

4.4 Superb300 Reviews
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Italian • $
2711 Clark Butler Blvd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Italian Margarita Made with Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila Triple Sec and Amaretto
Giant Chicken Parmigiana Limited Time Only
Unlimited Soup Salad and Breadsticks
Fettuccine Alfredo Mini Pasta Bowl
Chicken Alfredo with Shrimp
Chicken Marsala Fettuccine
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara
Never-Ending Soup Salad
Our Famous House Salad
Spaghetti & Meatballs

“If you are going to cough up flim or blow your nose, YOU should go to restroom, go outside or stay at home !!! People are trying to have a nice meal, NOT you clearing your bodily Fluids !!!
Some ppl have No RESPECT, just Nasty !!!!!“

4 Good495 Reviews
Sandy's Place Greek • $
5001 NW 34th Blvd # G, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Greek Stuffed Grape Leaves
Chicken Souvlaki Platter
Chicken Breast Sandwich
Gyro Platter Wrapped
One Slice Gyro Meat
Antipasto Salad
The Fish Plate
Chicken Wings
Greek Special
Cheese Burger

“I have been to Sandy’s place twice now, each time a a different but absolutely amazing experience. The food is great and staff is very friendly and welcoming. The new owner and chef is amazing too! I highly recommend.“

4.3 Superb226 Reviews
I Love N.Y Pizza Pizza • $
2645 SW 91st St #400, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Original NY Cheese Pizza
Garlic Cheesy Bread
Italian Mix Cold Sub
Eggplant Parmesan
Wall Street Pizza
Oreo Cheesecake
Chicken Piccata
Pepperoni Pizza
Pepperoni Roll
Funnel Fries

“Highly recommend this pizzeria! Very kind staff, food is the highest quality and they are very consistent! My goto every time I’m in the area!“

4.2 Good282 Reviews
Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs Pizza • $
1040 E University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Large Sausage and Meatball with Stuffed Garlic Butter Crust
XLarge Pineapple Sausage Garlic Bread Pizza
Pepperoni Stuffed Cheese Breadsticks
Buffalo Boneless Howie Wings
Build Your Own Pizza Medium
Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger
Howie Special Pizza Large
Meat Eaters Pizza Medium
Pepperoni Pizza Slice
Deluxe Combination

“My son had never seen a hungry Howie's before.So I immediately when I seen it told him to go to Hungary, Howie's and let's get a Pizza soon as you walk in the door you smell is fresh fresh bread, fresh.Vegetables , fresh meat , everything smelled like ooh I want to eat here“

4.1 Good131 Reviews
Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs Pizza • $
1310 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Howie Wings
Chicken Parmesan
Wings Bonesless
Pepperoni Pizza
Wings Bone In
Meatball Sub
Cajun Bread
Greek Salad
Meat Eaters
Chef Salad

“Good food good customer service“

3.9 Good126 Reviews
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza – University Pizza • $
1250 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Piesano's Supreme Pizza
Blackened Chicken Pasta
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Mediterranean Pizza
Table Dinner Rolls
Piesanos Supreme
Chicken Parmesan
Customer Service
Pepperoni Rolls
Pepperoni Pizza

“First time here and we loved it!! Sarah was awesome! All 4 of us loved our dinner! Great wine! A Must stop in Gainesville!!“

3.9 Good363 Reviews
Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs Pizza • $
3600B SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Boneless Howie Wings
Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger
Flavored Pizza Crust
Grilled BBQ Chicken
Deluxe Combination
Asian Howie Wings
Pizza Deluxe Sub
Pepperoni Pizza
Pizza Sandwich
Garlic Butter

“I give them 5 stars even though there was a set back due to something that was out of their control and DoorDash took an 1 1/2 to deliver my food and my that time I just asked them to let me pick it up! Nicole was so willing to help and even took some things off due to the wait and was so kind to even remake the pizza for me great atmosphere!“

3.6 Good167 Reviews
Amelia's Italian Cuisine Italian • $$
Behind the Hippodrome, 235 S Main St #107, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Pollo Alla Parmigiana
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Chicken Parmigiana
Salmon Andaluccia
Chicken Marsala
Linguine Pesto
Lobster Ravioli
Veal Parmigiana
Pasta Alfredo
Crostini NY

“The food was great.. some of the best Italian you will find in Gainesville.. clams & burratta for apps, pollo fricassee & chicken picatta for entrees were excellent. Bar service was slow for our cocktails, good crowd and vibe for a Friday night downtown. Complimentary parking at the Sun Center is a plus (validate @ hostess stand).“

3.3 Good449 Reviews

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