21 Best Italian Restaurants near Ocklawaha

“Best pizza in the area and great antipasto too. Only the physical atmosphere left some to be desired.“

“We gave our name and were told, “30 minutes.” After one hour checked and were told, “7 ahead of you.” After one hour and 15 minutes were told, “2 ahead of you.” After watching 4 go ahead of us checked again. Manager said, “ thousands are checking in every day. We’re doing what we can.” After one hour and 45 minutes, and harassment from us, we were finally seated. Very poor experience.“

“I love your food and service! Any chance of opening another location closer to the retirement community of On Top of the World on Highway 200 in Ocala? There are several thousand people there, many of whom would love your food and prices but don't like the 1/2 hr. drive there. Hope to hear back from you!!“

“Wow I missed this food!!! So so good. Thank you.“

“I have lived in Belleview for 5 years and recently started frequently eating at riccardos. it started with their Philly cheese and fries for lunch. The best local Philly and one of the best national Philly! Then I tried the two for $36 chicken parmasan which was so delicious the next day I ordered the lasagna, then the next the spaghetti. I consider it the best pizza in America. I have lived in 15 states and have traveled them all including Alaska, I coukdnt find an Italian place there. Riccardos is a historical staple to Belleview offering jobs to local teens and young adults and everyone in between, the wait staff becomes a family extension and the place has the aroma of a true Italian pizzeria, the seafood is a whole other topic, super fresh and delicious every meal. the bartenders are fabulous and knowledgeable. I always recommend Riccardos over any of their competition, especially down the road riccardos is waaaay more authentic!“

“Haven’t been in awhile due to the morning bartender service being really slow. I prefer to go at dinner time because of that. The remodel and the place looks a lot better. Had a good choice of music with 80s going on while I was at the bar. The lady at the bar Cece was great and had a fun personality. Quick to serve!!“

“This place from food to atmosphere, pr service & prices. Absolutely amazing ! 🤩 Highly recommend ! Delicious 🇮🇹“

“Very good service and food!“

“our first time there and the food was wonderful, the waitress was terrific the cocktails & wine were great! we will definitely return for some more of your wonderful food and cozy atmosphere!“

“Outstanding food and service. Great value. Best salad and breadsticks anywhere local and the entrees are always delicious and fairly priced.“

“We just had the most delicious lunch at Cristina’s! The cheesesteak and pastrami subs were the best we have ever had! We have looked for a good deli since we moved here 5 years ago and we finally found it! The atmosphere and people make you feel like you’re eating with your family and friends!“

“Absolutely love this place! The food and service is fantastic.“

“ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Without a doubt will order again. Took a year to find the best pizza in Florida.“

“A group of 4 of us went to Sammy Joe's for the Prime Rib dinner. The food was excellent, the service was top notch with such a friendly & fun staff. The Carmel cheesecake was oh so yummy. We will be back soon to try the pizza bc that looked amazing as well!“

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“The absolute best Greek food I've had outside of Chicago.“

“I ordered their Chicken Parmesan to go. It was very good. I was highly impressed with there behind the counter help, Very friendly, The individual who was cooking highly impressed me, Between each meal he was cooking, he washed his hands.“

“Philly cheesesteak wrap outstanding! Thanks Aaron!“

“the pizza was outstanding and the staff treated my boys so well. cannot recommend enough“

“Big shout out to Ocala’s Hungry Howies #225 Manager Mrs. KRISTEN, Mrs. SAM & their staff!!! Marion County Public School Alternative Learning: Ocala Center for Success and Independence Teachers say “Thank You” for sponsoring such a delicious lunch! #teacherappreciationweek #teacherlife #teachingisaworkofheart“

“Walking in, I was greeted, the place looked clean, but my hunger for a new pizza place to call my favorite distracted me from thoroughly checking, i do absolutely love the little tables, hungry howies brings me back to younger simpler years.

I gave my usual request to pizza places(pepperoni buried under cheese) because, if you are a pizza connoisseur like myself, you will know how low of a heat tolerance pepperoni has compared to cheese no matter where you go.

The request was met with a smile as I paid and went on my way to wait for it.

I check my pizza to ensure its quality and it looked divinely delicious, the way the toppings separated from the crust was great and the bite was delicious.

I say, I think I've found a new pizza place to call my favorite!“