19 Best Italian Restaurants near Gulf Breeze

“Finally gave Seneca’s a try after noticing it a few months back. Wow! I wish we had tried it much sooner. We have now eaten there or gotten takeout 4 times in the past 2 weeks. All aspects of this restaurant / deli / pizzeria are excellent - food, portion size, service, and ambience. Pricing is very reasonable in my opinion. Yesterday I had the large meatball sub and it was amazing. Light toasted Italian bread, loaded with handmade meatballs, and then covered with his marinara (Sunday Sauce) and cheese. This is the best meatball sub I’ve ever had. The Sunday Sauce is something special. We’ve also tried the Rueben, pizza, and Philly cheesesteak. All are excellent and the Rueben will be one of our frequent orders. It’s my understanding that the owner, Boez, was originally a baker and this is reflected in the desserts and pastries that are offered. So far we’ve tried the tiramisu and pistachio cheese cake. Both were wonderful.“

“Mary Ann was amazing over 20 yrs experience and she knows the menu!We where so impressed we stayed another night to see her and eat the amazing food again!“

“Not sure who the guy answering the local location phone was, not in a foreign country, but at the local Gulf Breeze location. But I've ordered from him several times. I recognize his voice. Most recently, tonight 1-18-2023. And every time he was even toned, helpful and worked to make things happen. Even when I called back because Door dash was screwing up. He was polite and tried to help. Thank you to that guy! Sincerely, from the Little Hill Lane peeps!“

“Everything is so expensive around here, wow! We just wanted to sit down for the night and relax in our room with some beer and pizza. We ordered personal pizzas so we could get what we wanted, and spot on!“

“We are regulars here, and the food is always great...very consistent quality. Our experience with service on our last visit was a little subpar. We are used to excellent, attentive service, and our server Tuesday night just seemed overly busy and the pace and quality of service was not what we are used to.“

“Bonelli’s is always a fun dining experience with excellent service! The food is authentic Italian and always delicious! They have great wine too. Inside it is cozy and relaxing and outside feels festive and relaxing.“

“Good food great service I really enjoyed the atmosphere and everything was great and everyone was very polite would recommend someone to try it“

“Profesional, friendly staff. Took Rob's recommendation and had chicken piccata and subbed pasta for the potatoes. It was amazing! my husband started with the Italian salad followed by the lasagna. He enjoyed half of it- the portions were so large, we both had to take at least half of it home. Will definitely go back the next time we visit Pensacola!“

“It is Olive Garden and this one is a good one. My only complaint is the food came out before the appetizer, and then the unlimited breadsticks and salad were not explained. I understand it’s Olive Garden but some of us don’t eat here frequently.“

“Something was missing... couldn’t pinpoint it.“

“Highly recommend!! The sandwiches are so so good. The bread is amazing. Love this place.“

“Great food ! Great service!!“

“I was visiting Pensacola for a family reunion. To make things easy for dinner we decided to order pizza. Someone suggested Ozone Pizza Pub. My group of 16 consisted vegans, vegetarians, someone with religious dietary restrictions, and people who are everything. Ozone Pizza hit a home run! They didn't blink at my take out order. They said 30 minutes and I believe it was ready to the very minute. Very friendly staff. As far as the pizza, DELICIOUS! I highly recommend Ozone Pizza Pub. Thank you so much!!!“

“Best pizza in Pensacola and locally owned and operated too.“

“I was born and raised in Pensacola, and can honestly say that Papa’s has been my favorite pizza for 20+ years.. In Highschool(2002-2006) I worked on Pensacola Beach’s fishing pier and the owner of Papa’s pizza would bring us his pies..It’s now 2025 and I just ate 3 big NY style slices and it tastes as good, if not better than ever!“

“I recently moved to Pensacola, second time placing my order . My favorite pizza ! Both times I’ve called the gentleman is so kind and both orders have been perfect , hot & fast delivery! I’m pescatarian/ plant based . I cook a lot at home so I’m picky when I eat out or delivery. I order the large veggie pizza thin crust and add jalapeños and pineapple, and I request sesame sea crust . Omg it’s the best crust ever ! They load the pizza with fresh veggies and I love it because I don’t like a pizza with too much sauce . The thin crust is wonderful! My first order my granddaughter was visiting so I ordered her the wings and she wanted a big cookie and it was great too! She loved the wings . Highly recommend!“

“The pizza is real good. I get the sausage and pepperoni what the three cheese and butter crust so tasty and I also get the boneless wings with the ranch sauce and Howie cookie, the orange Sunkist, the meatball sub and the steak, cheese & mushroom sub.“

“The customer service I received was amazing and the food was fresh & delicious 🥰“

“Oscar was my delivery driver tonight and deserves this praise! It might seem minor but he really made my night. I ordered cinnamon twists with my order and was given garlic sauce instead of icing and he made sure I got my icing, PERSONALLY. Honestly he could have relied on the store to find a way for me to get the right sauce and went about his night but he didn’t and for that i am thankful!!“