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    Celeno’s Bistro

    4.4 (86 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Salad
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Arden Y.

    Hmm. Not sure if new owners. In for late lunch on Sunday and it wasn't as good as previous visit. Buffet was chosen and it wasn't as fresh and they didn't refill - yes it was late but they had a few tables with other patrons so they could have filled items. Also, we had to ask for the included slice of pizza. Plus price had increased.

    Kriziel M.

    Went to Celeno's for lunch. The service was very good, the waiter was very friendly, attentive. They had a salad bar and buffet available, it was very clean. You also got a slice of cheese or pepperoni pizza which to me was fairly decent I like a thin slice with a crispy edge. I will say I wish I got there right at open so that the food would be hot, they were under warmers and warm but I think it would have been a little better right out. My favorite was the ziti, the Alfredo was okay but again I think would've been better if I got there right at open. Overall for the lunch price and a buffet I think it was fair.

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    Ariann A.

    Absolutely loved the food at Celeno's! Kind service, delicious food.. what more could you ask for? The restaurant was not that busy when I went, so the atmosphere was relaxing. I absolutely loved the calamari and chicken Alfredo. The calamari was perfectly fried and breaded! Will be returning!

    Jose G.

    What a great and delicious lunch buffet. Food is fresh and tasty. Service is excellent by the friendly staff. The dining area is cozy and spacious. One of the most affordable and best Italian buffets I've ever dined at!

    Gabi Y.

    Cute little Italian buffet spot! The food is good for what you pay for and our server, Adem, was very kind and provided great service! They also have pizza, salad, and dessert apart from the buffet. Good for lunch or dinner. Also check out their wine room in the back - it's cool!

    Loan N.

    I finally got to try this place out for the first time today thanks to Goldie since we had a meeting up together with Ron. The parking lot to the area is not big, but finding a parking spot is not hard eother. Once inside, you can see that the place is small, nice and cozy, with such friendly, kindhearted, and amazing staff. You are greeted and seated right away. The waiters are very attentive to your needs and always asks if you need a refill on your drink, if they could get you anything, etc.. I love that. There was also a musician there playing the guitar. I got the all you can eat buffet. It comes with a salad, your choice of a slice of cheese or pepperoni pizza, and whatever is at the buffet station. I got the pepperoni and it was fresh, hot, and yummy. I ended up getting another slice because why not. At the buffet station I tried their meatballs, Italian sausage with some pasta, lasagna, and garlic knots. My favorite from the buffet was their Italian sausage and meatballs. They were really good in my opinion. And for dessert, their zeppoli's were so good!! Overall, this is a great place to go to for some all you can eat Italian food. Great atmosphere, lovely vibes, and delicious food with amazing service. Highly recommend.

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    Roselyn Y.

    Cute quaint Italian restaurant. The buffet was delicious and it was a great deal. Seating was plentiful and the service was excellent. There was an amazing wine room for private seating.

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    FloridaLife21 O.

    Had to finally leave a review since this pizza is so good!!! We have ordered the large cheese pizza through door dash numerous times now and it always arrives fresh and tastes delicious! We love it a-lot! Definitely recommend to give it a try it's so worth it!!! We have also dined in as well and it's a very wonderful environment with great welcoming staff everyone so friendly and the music relaxing it's one of our favorite spots to go when we aren't feeling lazy to leave the house but lately we've been door dashing a lot just overall are very satisfied with this hidden gem!

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    Linda A.

    We were greeted at the door and promptly seated and given menus and also told about the buffet. The interior is very clean and not cluttered or over crowded. We decided to go with the buffet and everything looked fresh and was hot. The waiter checked back frequently to see if we needed anything. He even brought us each a piece of fresh, hot pizza. I am not a fan of buffets, but this is definitely a place I'd return to. Even after I'd ordered tiramisu to go (which was delicious) l, the waiter brought us a plate full of fresh, melt in your mouth zeppoles in a strawberry sauce. This placed checked all of the boxes and was also very affordable.

    Lasagna and Spaghettis carbonara.  Also, side of garlic bread.

    The staff who work here are so nice. Portions of food are fantastic too. Loved the food, side of garlic bread, and the waitstaff. Highly recommend.

    Our servers at Celeno's. Very courteous and took great care of us!
    Ron R.

    It was a most enjoyable evening from start to finish at Celeno's Bistro! This evening was my first visit here, along with two wonderful Elite friends, Goldie and Loan. We team up once a month to visit a local restaurant as each of us rotate who picks one each month. This time, it was Italian cuisine! I had no issues with that as I have a little bit of Italy in me! This restaurant is very easy to spot on the road, is attractive in appearance, especially when lit up at night. The interior is pretty large and well-spaced and had one room I didn't get to see. All three of us ordered the buffet, which earned us a one well-sized slice of pizza to start and a salad with dressings of our choice. The pizza is pretty basic, but still quite good. The food bar had six varying choices of Italian cuisine, including pasta. I enjoyed the sausage most but had no issues with the tortellini and lasagna. All three of us were happy with the food during the visit. Our servers were excellent in courtesy and seeing to our needs as well as the other customers here. In all, it was a great night to catch up and chat with two terrific friends and do this at a place that was well-suited for this occasion! Highly recommend people give Celeno's a visit! Recommend: HIGH

    Louie Z.

    My all time favorite restaurant in jacksonville. Great taste, awesome service, with incredible price.

    Rebecca N.

    I have heard good things about this restaurant. So, I took my step Father here for Father's Day. This is located in the former Blue Bamboo location on Southside Blvd. Adam was our Waiter. He was very attentive to us. The buffet was very good. Then a salad came to our table followed by two slices of pepperoni pizza and then dessert-zapolis. The dessert was fresh, hit and delicious. I look forward to my next trip there. The price for the buffet was good($12.99). You can't beat that! Pros:food, service and price. Cons: an upcharge for using my card and was not told about it. I could have paid cash. Food on the buffet needs to be a little warmer.

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    Good food, service, and pricing everything in a perfect package. The desert was also amazing.

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    The food was excellent, each of my 3 visits and the service was impeccable with such a warm welcoming atmosphere.

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    1 year ago

    We had an amazing evening. We had 2 delicious entrees and the service was fantastic. We look forward to our next visit.

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    2 years ago

    Spectacular service and great food at a great price. I haven't seen such good service anywhere else in years!

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    Great service and delicious food. I especially enjoyed the salad and Stromboli. The buffet is tasty as well.

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    Wonderful. Twice this week. Amazing service and food. Buffet great but even no buffet amazing food

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    Food and service are excellent! A pleasant and relaxing spot to dine. Very good price.

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    It was good food and you get a lot for your money! My family and I will be back time and time again.

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    Delicious food friendly service.Buffet is so fresh always and they are on top of everything outdoor dining as well

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    Delicious, large portions, fast & budget friendly. We always receive the best service!

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