19 Best Italian Restaurants near Gainesville

“The Steak and Cheese Sub was very good and delivery was fast. I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Margaritas always nails it! Customer Service is always very very friendly. For take out they get you in and out quickly. And best of all my picky husband really liked their chicken cheesesteaks. As a Philly native he is very particular and Margaritas as I said nailed it! #newregulars“

“Amazing every time we go!!! Yum yum yum!“

“We tried this place for the first time and it quickly earned a spot on our favorites list. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome. Our waitress, Farrah, was fantastic--she was warm, attentive, and had just the right mix of professionalism and friendliness that really stood out.

The food came out surprisingly fast, which was impressive given how fresh and hot everything was. We started with the cheesy bacon fries and paired them with the BBQ ranch (that's what I call it), and it was an absolute game-changer--rich, flavorful, and something we'll definitely be ordering again. Every bite tasted like it was made to order, not rushed or thrown together.

The atmosphere was just as enjoyable as the food. The restaurant had plenty of seating, so it never felt cramped, and everything was spotless and well-kept. What stood out most was the sense of community--many of the staff seemed to know the customers by name, creating a warm, welcoming vibe that made the place feel more like a neighborhood gathering spot than just another restaurant.

Between the top-notch service, delicious food, and how quickly everything was served, this place checks all the boxes. We'll absolutely be back to try more of the entrees on the menu.“

“Consistently great tasting pizza. Unfortunately, I moved from Gainesville to Bristow, so a bit further away. But I still make the drive to get Ledos when I can. They really don't cut any corners, with great amounts of toppings and cheese.“

“It was our first time there and the food was really good! Service top notch! We enjoyed appetizers and their Alfredo- the homemade pasta was amazing! We will definitely be back!“

“Creative menu and the food was excellent! Servers were next level good.“

“I may be bias about Italian food, but olive garden is my happy place. The staff are all delightful and it feels so warm and friendly. The food- I couldn't even begin to suggest a way it could be better. It's perfect! The prices are good, and the generosity with drinks and the bread sticks is unending. Overall, my favorite restaurant! Come here if you want a warm, delicious experience full of authentic food and a good time!“

“Omg. The Cajun chicken pasta is to die for! Just wow! Hubby got the chicken Alfredo, I tried a bite and tbh, I'm glad I didn't get it? He liked it, but Im sad to say I wasn't crazy about their alfredo sauce, so im glad I didn't order it, but that Cajun pasta was AMAZING. I mean just wow. The garlic knots had a bit of overkill on the parsley herb stuff, I had to go clean my teeth after lol but they were still tasty! Definitely looking forward to trying more on the menu!“

“Buen servicio nos brinda la señora María estar como en casa gracias, pero falta en el bufet más variedad de comida“

“We ate at the Goodfellas after taking an evening trip to a local state park. The location is right off the highway 66 making it easy to locate. The employee at the counter was friendly. The menu was easy to follow. There were many options to pick from. We ordered a medium supreme pizza. The pizza was ready within ten minutes for us. We thought the medium crust pizza was delicious. Ingredients tasted fresh. The cheese in the pizza was the best part. We also appreciate the overall cleanliness of the restroom and the restaurant's sitting area both inside and outside. We had a chance to meet the owner of the restaurant who seemed very friendly and accomodating. We will certainly visit Goodfellas in the future. We felt good supporting this local business and highly recommend others to visit Goodfellas.“

“Best subs, everything is fresh and delicious!!“

“A quaint restaurant with great wait staff!“

“Valentines in Haymarket is the best!“

“Had some delicious pizza 🍕 🍕🍕after picking sunflowers 🌻 🌻🌻. Love the personal pizza option!“

“I've been enjoying the delicious food and great service at Tony's for 15 years at Haymarket and many years prior in Manassas.
My favorite is the eggplant parmigiana. Soooo good!
Actually, I've never had a bad meal there. Great pizza, pastas, steak n cheese suns with all the fresh
veggie toppings and their carrots cake is yummy.“

“I LOVE Tony's pizza. I go to the one in Dom Valley and the one in Bristow. Both serve super awesome pizza. The service is great too. It can get pretty busy but everyone is pretty good about getting food to you quick and the other customers are usually pretty cool. Low Karen factor there.“

“I had the best experience at Paisanos Pizza, thanks to Michael, the manager store manager. He’s super friendly, professional, and ensures every customer is happy with their order. The pizza is consistently delicious, and the service is top-notch. Highly recommended!“

“Loved This Place Since I Was A Kid Great Food Pizza Steak & Cheese & Gyros“