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    Gusto

    3.9 (321 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Melissa T.

    I was invited to dinner by a friend who wanted Italian food. Since it was her choice she chose Gusto. She said she had heard many good things about this Jax Beach staple. Gusto is located in a large strip mall with easy parking. There are several tables outside if you like the parking lot view. When we stepped inside I was brought back to my childhood. This is how Italian restaurants looked back in the day. White table cloths, red candles, and dark paneling. The place is pretty large and deep with a nice size bar. We waited up front for a good 5 minutes while the hostess was staring at us, chatting it up with someone. I was worried this was going to be the mode of the evening, but it wasn't. She took us to the side where they have maybe 10 booths that are kind of private the only thing I didn't like was that it's super dark in the corner. Our server came over immediately. She was super professional and friendly at the same time. She told us it was happy hour until seven and there was a discount on some wines and drinks like Negroni's and Aperol Spritz's. I ended up ordering a martini based on the fact that the server said they had blue cheese olives. My drink was very good and so are the blue cheese olives. The menu is pretty large with all your typical Italian dishes and some a little different. I do not eat pork and I try to eat seafood when I go out but most of the entrées that had seafood also had pork in them. I asked the server if they can make it without, and she said yes. Salad comes with your meal here. The salad was fresh and crisp. I really wanted some bread with my salad but the bread arrived after we finished them. I ended up ordering a pasta pappadelle with scallops in a lemon caper sauce. I asked them to hold the pork on the dish which they did. The dish was quite large and very good. My only critique would be a little less sauce. It was kind of swimming in the sauce, but it was very tasty and the scallops were delicious. I also ordered a side of what I thought was broccoli rabe. I really like it and don't make it at home. As I remember it was written on the menu as Broccoli Rapini or rapini @$12. I thought that was a little steep for a side but I ordered it anyway because I really like it. Like I said I don't ever make it at home. I questioned the server about it before I ordered it and I thought she understood that I was asking if it was broccoli rabe. The dish came and it was a side of broccolini not broccoli rabe. It also was a tiny order, especially for the price. This was my only disappointment. I will chalk this up to miscommunication between myself and the server. My friend really liked her dish as well. We liked it so much & ate it all so we were too full for dessert. I noticed on the menu they have a special Sunday dinner for two for $60. This is an old school place that I bet has been around for years. The food was solid and the service was good. I'm glad we tried it.

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    Kathleen E.

    Love going to GUSTO's to dance on Thursday nights. Sidewalk 65 band was terrific. Our waitress was excellent but GUSTO's food is some of the worse Italian food I ever had. Tonight I ordered something simple thinking there is no way that they can screw up spaghetti and meat sauce or bolognese. I couldn't find the meat in the bolognese or our server went to the kitchen and put meat sauce of top. The cook must mince the meat into molecules since I couldn't see the meat or taste it. It was inedible . I paid $26.00 for this dinner and that is obscene. My $13.00 martini became $14.47 on my bill. One of the other people at the table was also overcharged for their apersol spritz. The server did correct the tabs. They added on a 20% tip (we had 5 people). They also added on an extra fee for using a credit card. I haven't found one dish that I can eat there. I am second generation Italian American and know how it should taste. Go to Bella Vista or Vito's for decent Italian food.

    Meat Tortellini Pasta with panna sauce
    Shan T.

    Made it right in time for the live band, Class Act to start. Reserved a table and was seated right in front of the band. Hostess was very friendly and seated us right away. Our server, Brooke was personable, but left me waiting for her at every step of the meal. Drinks were almost always empty. On to the food! The complimentary bread was okay, but nothing that any of the table had interest in despite us all being carb fiends. Ordered the calamari appetizer, which was perfectly cooked without any overpowering flavor. The marinara was the perfect compliment to the sweet crunch of the calamari. I ordered the meat tortellini with the panna and peas. Sauce was creamy, but lacked depth. The tortellini was soft with a nice chewy texture, but again lacked any meaningful flavor. I couldn't even tell you there was a meat in it or what kind it was. Did not have the flavor of house made pasta. Wouldn't order again, but wasn't terrible. Peas were the best part of the dish. Hubby ordered the lasagna. It was smaller than expected, but packed full of delicious ricotta. Marinara was again a star! Not a bit was left on the plate. Teen ordered the linguine con cozze. There were a pleasantly large amount of mussels with the dish. Flavor was well seasoned and married together well with the sauce. Server freshly grated Parmesan over the all dishes. Tiramisu had a good chocolate flavor, but lacked the gentle punch of espresso I was hoping for. Ladyfingers disappeared into the mix. A little smaller than expected as well. The band was absolutely fantastic! Played different styles and nailed some pretty epic harmonies. Definitely recommend the entertainment!

    Jesika K.

    The happy hour prices are fantastic! Seriously such a good buy. The portions are hearty and the food is yummy. By the time we got the menu for happy hour we had already ordered non hh drinks so that was a slight hiccup but all in all I would definitely be back. The bar service is good just need patience depending on staffing. The ambiance is light and fun.

    Meat Tortellini Pasta with Vodka Sauce
    Solveig S.

    The staff here is lovely and they have some great food and drink deals throughout the week. The food didn't knock my socks off but it was still tasty and better priced than most Italian restaurants in the area. What I would order again: - Gusto Meatball Parmigiana - Gnocchi Alla Romana

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    I think this is the best Italian restaurant in town! The food is always on point and the service is top notch!

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    Entrees were overpriced and bland. I would go for drinks, appetizers and to listen to the bands on the nights they play.

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    The food was disappointing but the music was fun. Our waitress was very sweet. I had the shrimp pasta but it was too rich and buttery.

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    Live music has not disappointed. Service is excellent. My husband loves the chicken Parmesan. The fried calamari is excellent.

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    The finest Italian cuisine, hands down with exceptional service. Great live music. Words don't do this place justice. You have to visit!

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    My new favorite Italian restaurant. Delicious soups, pasta dishes and desserts. Always friendly service. Love being able to sit outside.

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    Excellent food. Love it when the Faze Band performs!!!! The ambience and service are great.

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