Il Girasole remains one of my favorite restaurants. But last night I was a little disappointed. My wife loved her bucatini amatriciana but my muscles in white wine (as a main dish) were blah and tasteless. Really devoid of flavor. Dinner at Girasole was always an expensive evening, but inflation has hit hard. Three years ago at Girasole the steak au poivre was $40. Last night it was $67. A glass of the house Cabernet Sauvignon is now $18. The pastas are still affordable, so a bank loan for an evening at IG is not necessarily required if one is careful. However, what with a glass of wine, an appetizer, a cup of coffee, tax and tip I'd budget for $200 a couple. Nevertheless, we will return read more

Great little find for intimate dinners with an Italian flare. This gem is located right off US 1 near Linton. Praised for its Italian delights, it makes a good place for low key celebrations and dinners. A bit pricier but praised overall for delicious home cooked Italian food. read more

What a great hidden gem .great Italian restaurant in Delray Beach. It's a very quaint restaurant white tablecloths, servers wear shirts and ties. The menu is extensive enough, but just right they have all the Italian classics. I will make this a staple. read more

We came with a party of 6 and we ordered veal Veal was like shoe leather and service was SLOW We saw the owner on the way out and asked if the waitress told her our meal was bad and she said yes but offered no replacement or compensation Do not go there !!' You will be severely disappointed !!!' read more

Food is excellent. Escargot heavenly Service is perfect Recommend for special evening read more

Unfortunately, I didn't take pictures. However this homey feel restaurant was a massive hit with our large group. My favorites were the bolognese and eggplant Parmesan. The basil pesto sauce was insane. Solid food and the kitchen is beyond versatile to cook whatever you desire. As I said before, it's like being at someone's home. read more

Food was okay, service was great, ambiance is nice and quiet just what old people like. The big minus is price very expensive figure $100 per person. Not worth the price won't be back, read more

The restaurant has been open for decades and there seem to be regulars that enjoy the food so I was surprised how underwhelming everything was. The restaurant isn't for me because its a little too staid and sedate though its not stuffy and that's probably a result of the great and friendly staff. We tried several items and nothing for us was even in the good category with a beef dish that was dry and chicken that was tough. I didn't even care for a pasta item and like the other items I chose not to eat much. I would rate the food a two or lower but I upped the reviews stars because of the nice staff. read more

We have been customers for well over 2.5 decades. I truly do not understand why I'll Girasole is under Italian restaurant. Pricey restaurant for retirees and repeat customers. Wilma, restaurant owner, needs some social skills. I go with family but would not go with friends. One room. Different wait staff ALWWAYS some are long timers - like the chef & son. Small portions. Must ask for bread & butter. Stingy. Not Italian food! read more

Restaurant seems to cater to a clientele that is the older generation. Located in a strip center with low ceiling, and lots of tables close together. Service is ok, though we didn't see our waitress after the initial order. The wine selection was very limited, with just a few bottles in each category, and bottle prices started around $70 up. Food was good, though not anything special or that you couldn't get somewhere else. The bill came as an undecipherable scribbled handwritten carbon copy of our order with a total at the bottom - like what you would get in a breakfast diner in 1970. read more

I ate BRAINS! Growing up, I loved Indiana Jones movies. Temple of Doom was definitely a classic for me. I feel like I was the only kid my age to watch the scene where they eat Monkey Brains out of the skulls and say "yum!" Im just weird like that. So you can imagine when I do a quick glance of the menu here thinking this was just another typical Italian restaurant and my eyes come across the word "Brain", I immediately perk up. It was Calves Brain, sautéed in butter, lemon, capers, and sun dried tomatoes. The texture was pretty much unlike anything I've ever had. The only thing I can really compare to is a gelatinous, mushy catfish. It sorta tasted like fish too, but I think that was mostly because it was prepared the same way that you would usually see fish prepared, so my brain just made the connection. Honestly, I'm not sure if I would order the brain again. I don't imagine myself watching the super bowl with some buddies, some chips, pizza, and battered brain to munch on... It was a hell of an experience though, and I'm really glad I ordered it. Props to the chef and owners for taking chances with the menu. I'm talking like this place is some sort of fast food brain chain. They clearly have more to offer than just weird delicacies. The other food here is actually quite good. The pastas all seem homemade and are very tasty. The starters are all creative and delicious. I tried the frogs legs, which tasted like little KFC thighs and were quite tasty. For someone a little less adventurous, they have really great specials too. We tried the squash blossoms, and were pleasantly surprised by how much flavor they could pack into such little things. The decor is beautiful and reminds you of a very classy Italian joint. The staff are excited to wait on you and help you with anything you need. The menu, as I've already shown, is full of surprises. I definitely recommend "hopping" on over here and giving this place a try. It's a "no brainer". (SORRY) read more

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My wife and I ate dinner at Il Girasole a week ago. I ordered bucatini with Amatriciana sauce. It was so hot I could not finish it. It was completely my issue that I did not return it, but I did not want to even consider an awkward moment in front of my wife. The next day I called to inquire as to whether their version of Amatriciana sauce was very hot with red pepper. The person who answered the phone said not but chuckled that maybe the chef got happy with the red pepper. I thought that was an odd response for such a fine establishment. I did not chuckle. The ambiance and service was fine. Be careful if you order Amatriciana... read more

I had been to Il Girasole over a year ago. I forgot how much I liked this restaurant . The service was great. The special clam appetizer was perfectly seasoned with beautiful fresh clams. I ordered the Snapper as the waitress suggested it and said that it was swimming that morning. It was probably the best fish dish I have had in a South Florida restaurant.An excellent dinner. read more

Delicious, in a word. The service was spot-on. Everything is in place at this Delray gem. Our dinner was perfect. You must try their homemade desserts, too. read more

Il Girasole is one of the most authentic Italian restaurants in Delray Beach. Quaint and hidden away like the gem it is, you cannot go wrong with a meal at Il Girasole. It is traditional fine dining call ahead to reserve. Great place for quiet celebrations. My favs are the chicken piccata, veal, pastas and burrata. Def not a sports bar atmosphere but ur palate will be dancing. read more

Great Restaurant. We go for special occasions. Service. Food quality. Decor. Pretty quiet. read more

Amazing as always! Being Italian American, I appreciate high quality authentic Italian food and service and the warm welcoming hospitality you always receive at Il Girasole‍ read more

This restaurant is a hidden treasure in Delray Beach ‼ t this was our first visit since they had moved to their new location & it was STELLAR The food & the ambiance were also STELLAR Mariam & Maria were two of the BEST servers we have ever had‼ I highly recommend a weekly visit to this amazing place read more

Describing this Italian restaurant is easy. Elegant, fine dining, exquisite service and wonderfully prepared meals. Our good fortune was being served by the daughter of the owner. She made us feel as we were the most important people in the room. Giving only 5 stars does not adequately recount our view of this superb establiashment. read more

Great Italian restaurant everything was done perfectly from the food service and ambience. We will be back.

A visit to this fantastic restaurant will bring you back many more times. It's a family owned and operated restaurant that has a beautiful menu, consistently delicious food and the kitchen is very flexible. Kristie, the owners daughter is always our server and she's just amazing! One of the nicest things about this restaurant is that you can actually have a conversation! It's not noisy and it's just a wonderful place to enjoy a delicious meal. Everyone is so accommodating and once you go, you're sure to return. Delicious specials and fair prices. Put this restaurant in the top of your list!! Special shout out to Kristie! You're the best! read more

You have to promise to keep it a secret, but if you're looking for an off-the-beaten-path, refined Italian dining experience at an honest price, look no further than IL Girasole on Federal Highway, just south of Litton Blvd in Delray Beach. Located in a small and unpretentious strip mall the past few years, this little culinary hideaway has been serving a loyal and knowing circle of diners in this neighborhood now for 40 years. It was my first visit, and the commotion of Atlantic Avenue felt about a million miles away. We started with an extraordinary appetizer of ossobuco stuffed ravioli that immediately telegraphed that something special is going on in the kitchen here. My tablemate wanted more of that tasty veal and ordered ossobuco as his entrée. He could not stop raving about the flavor and tenderness of the dish. I opted for the chicken cordon bleu which sat in a flavorful, mushroom-rich marsala sauce...every bite enjoyable. We asked if we could meet the legendary founder and chef, Luigi, who graciously came out of the kitchen so we could thank him for our fabulous meal. Our server Myriam was as warm, knowledgeable and helpful as could be. We're coming back again real soon. Please keep this place hush hush. read more

We ordered two pasta dishes (Paparadelle Bolognese and Linguine Carbonara) to go. They were both outstanding! Comparable to the pasta we had just had in Italy a week before. read more

Our waiter, Marian, was outstanding! Had roasted peppers, anchovies and mozzarella that was excellent. As was the eggplant appetizer. The bucatini pasta was really enjoyable. Our table had three different veal dishes. The lemon semifredo like desert was the meal highlight of the evening. read more

Excellent middle eastern food, in a lovely atmosphere with efficient service. The Mousaka was outstanding. So was the chicken. Lamb chops were a little pricey at $44. read more

I ate here for the first time last night and the meal was perfect from beginning to end The service by our waitress was attentive and the food was absolutely delicious We shared calves brains as an appetizer and it was a beautiful dish We were three couples and everyone had a different dish and loved them Pretty atmosphere read more

One of my favorite places. Great food and ambiance. Lovely owners and servers. Highly recommend

Recently re-opened after vacation and, just as good as ever. Unfortunately the evening we were there only 4 tables in use PLEASE if you value keeping this restaurant from closing permanently have a FINE DINNER here. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED... read more

Excellent - pricey. Great for special occasion or a date night. One of the better Italian restaurants.

Bad hostess bad service average food we treated quite poorly by the hostess made to feel unwelcome hostess was just plain arrogant

Great food! Some of the best in south Florida. Was visiting from NY and super impressed. Had a great pasta dish.

Superb in every way. Excellent food, preparation and service service. Desserts only average.

Place is elegant with white tablecloths etc. Good service. Ordered the mussels. I have EATEN MUSSELS FOR MORE THAN HALF A CENTURY. First time found them inedible. Were squishy and had a strange consistency. As I was with 5 others did not wish to make a fuss. Just left them in the bowl. Capucino was served lukewarm. All in all, disappointing evening. Will not be back. read more

What a pleasure. On friends recommendation tonight we came to Il Girasole. Just a short distance south of Linton in a strip mall sits this gem. After a pleasant welcome we entered into a very nicely appointed restaurant with soft lighting and well sized clothed tables. Our menus were distributed and, it's the little things, the type size was a little larger and very easy to read. Our server, Kristy, was professional, friendly and immediately made us feel welcomed and appreciated. It's a family restaurant and they take pride in their home. We enjoyed a beautiful plate of beef carpaccio, rich and tasty mushroom soup and fresh Caprese with sweet balsamic glaze. Entrees were 2 fork tender veal dishes, a chicken and stuffed pasta . All served with a well prepared vegetable medley. Very well done and presented, As we sat talking and enjoying the evening, Kristy asked if she could bring us coffee and if she could bring a little tiramisu. Instead of dropping a dessert menu she offered as if in the home. It was a nice way to present a dessert option. Obviously we enjoyed the food, service and atmosphere. This will be a regular for us. read more

Hands down the best meal we had during our four day trip to Delray Beach. Impeccable service and the food was outstanding. Do not miss this opportunity. Trust me! read more

One of my favorites in the Boca/Delray area. Food and service never disappoint. Everything cooked to perfection.

Just plain wonderful. Outstanding service all around. Great wine choices! Food menu fabulous. Our meals were off the charts in taste and presentation. We will be back for sure! read more

If you haven't - this is THE restaurant you must dine at - before Covid claims another victim! A foodies jealously guarded secret for over 20 years. Perfectly camouflaged in a mild mannered strip mall off Federal Hwy, lurks this gentle giant. Once inside you are graciously looked after by a professional and famile staff rarely found on this "side of the pond". The food is superlative. Only rivalled once, by the sadly gone, 32 East. If dining and casual intimacy is your intention, than this is your spot! If you require a see and be seen environment, with a whooper of a bill, to put on your show - then please stick to the Ave. You and we, will be glad you did. To my fellow patrons. I apologise for exposing our "speak-easy"! read more

closes at 9:00 hours are wrong we tried to come here on a weeknight and they wouldn't seat us at 9:15. They were very rude.

This restaurant is tops in service and food quality, variety, taste and presentation. It's old school in all the good ways. Highly recommend! read more