Top 5 Italian Restaurants in Jacksonville, Florida

Among the countless chain establishments are sprinkled a few of the local top Italian restaurants. These quaint family owned and operated bistros and cafés offer guests the option of a quick bite on the go or a formal sit down meal.

If you are in the mood for an authentic Italian meal be sure to stop by one of these local favorites.

Giovanni's Restaurant
1161 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach (904) 248-7787

A local Jacksonville favorite for over 30 years, Giovanni's Restaurant serves traditional Italian cuisine. Owned and operated by the Acireale Family, the atmosphere is casual elegant and reservations are not required but recommended. For special occasions Giovanni's offers one of Jacksonville's first private wine room. In an intimate setting, up to eight guests are treated like family to a five course meal. This meal includes theChef'spersonal creations made especially for their special occasion.

Sorrento Italian Restaurant
6943 St. Augustine Road, Lakewood (904) 636-9196

Sorrento's Italian restaurant is family owned and operated by the Luciano Russo and his daughter Adriana Russo. Sorrento's provides guests with a casual dining atmosphere and hearty authentic Italian dishes and fresh baked breads. Voted the friendliest staff in town by Jacksonville Magazine, your dining experience is sure to be enjoyable and delicious.

Enza's Italian Restaurant
10601 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville (904) 268-4458

Enza's serves classic Italian comfort food in a relaxed and contemporary atmosphere. Generous portions are prepared by restaurant owners Enza and Mike to tantalize and satisfy your craving for Italian cuisine. Guests can also enjoy live music several nights a week while dining or enjoying a cocktail at the bar.

Biscottis
3556 St. Johns Ave., Avondale (904) 387-2080

Biscottis eatery in Avondale offers a casual and comfortable dining experience. Described as "one of the places to eat in Jacksonville" resembling a SoHo café, by the NY times, they also serve Sunday brunch and will customize the menu for your next private party or business meeting.

Mezza Luna
110 1^st Street, Neptune Beach (904) 249-5573

Mezza Luna in Neptune Beach offers fine dining casual atmosphere featuring northern Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean fare. Jacksonville Luxury Living Magazine has dubbed the eatery, "Italian by Name, Global by Taste". Wood-fired pizzas and handmade desserts are local favorites. Families with young children enjoy a fun feature - making their own pizzas. But you have to get there early pizza making is from 5:00 - 7:00p.m. nightly.

Bon appetit!