Awesome, extensive menu! The food was authentic Italian, but they still had items for the kids who have stunted palates! Forget the chain restaurants when this is available! The owners were in Italy visiting family the night we dined. Wish we could have met them. The service was great. Jolie rocks! read more

This place is one of the best Italian places I've had in town! The location is a bit far from where I live, but it's worth the drive. The ambiance is a classy, mom and pop restaurant. The servers and management are very kind and treat customers like family. I went one year for a Valentine's Day dinner and they gave everyone cute desserts! The restaurant can get pretty busy, especially during dinner time and on weekends, so I suggest calling ahead. My favorite dish is the gnocchi O Sole Mio. The sauce is creamy and complements the dish perfectly. It's honestly one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. The dish is served in a giant triangle shaped dish, which I think is really unique. The portions are pretty big, so it usually lasts me two meals. I've never had their pizza or calzones before because I always go back to the gnocchi O Sole Mio, but I definitely want to try them in the future. Even though this location isn't close to the main Gainesville area (such as UF campus), it is definitely worth the drive to try the best Italian food in Gainesville! read more

Decent pizza for Gainesville, Florida. Staff is friendly and welcoming. I would just recommend consistency in flavor. read more

They were good but not great. The chicken franchaise was sort of dull tasting. Every time I have ordered a meal to go it's never packaged well because i always have a puddle of mess soaking through the bottom of the paper bag. They tape down a single napkin over the plasticware making it almost impossible to get off without ripping the napkin & getting frustrated. The penne alla vodka was just ok too. I really hoped this would be a new favorite spot. Maybe I just need to try other meals but so far my experience has been ehhh. read more

Came here after seeing some positive reviews but didn't live up. The food was mediocre at best, service was pretty much the same. Had the spaghetti carbonera and was like no one ever had before, not in a good way. The other dish was meatball baked ziti with very little flavor. Wouldn't come back in the future. read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Spaghetti Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Food is always delicious and service is hit and miss. Some servers are awesome and some are just okay. The restaurant is small for the amount of business they have. The pizza is one of the best I've ever had definitely get their pizza! They're all so great. read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Excellent food, Good choices, Polite and helpful staff I have never had a bad meal here read more

Amazing pasta. I recommend the penne a la burina with the alfredo sauce but without the bacon bits I wasn't a huge fan of the squishy bits

I can't believe I've never found this hidden gem before. This place is great. My wife ordered the lasagna and I had the vitello combo (veal cutlet, breaded eggplant, and a stuffed shell, stacked). Both were delicious. It felt very familiar and homestyle, like something I would have had back in the Northeast. We will definitely be coming here again and maybe ordering some take out too. The service was great and the food was Outstanding! read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Vitello Combo - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

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So happy that I trusted the reviews about this place as it is truly an awesome restaurant. You may not notice it from outside, but the restaurant is spacious and even has a bar. It's located in a plaza next to publix and other shops and is easy to miss. We were greeted by Jimmy, who, by the way, was our server. For me personally, it was a looong time since I met a caring server like him. He made our experience very special with his on point service and fun humor. The food was a delight. We ordered chicken piccata, seafood linguini, and the ultimate pizza. The cream sauce wasn't so thick and creamy, which made the food feel light, and I could eat more than half even though the portions were big. The pizza had lots of toppings, and the cheese was very tasty as well. We wrapped our lunch with a beautifuly decorated tiramisu, and it was definitely a good choice. The prices are fare and match the portion and the quality. I 100% recommend this place, and I can't wait to go back and eat there once again. read more

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O Sole Mío is a delicious little Italian restaurant. They are always so nice and attentive. Even when I go with my 3 and 1 year old. My girls can get very loud and messy but the staff never make us feel bad or embarrassed like we have at other restaurants. This place is awesome because they really are family first and the food is yummy for the whole family. 5 stars all day every day! read more

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We went to O Sole Mio one day when we were craving pasta for lunch. The inside is great and the ambience gives you a true home Italian feel. I ordered the fettuccine and my fiancé ordered the shrimp scampi. We also had a soup that comes with each meal beforehand, which was a delicious Seafood chowder. The food was great, the people were friendly, and we will definitely go back again. Definitely recommended if you are looking for Italian food in the Gainesville area. read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Fettucine Alfredo and Shrimp Scampi - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Great pizza, I always order the individual chicken slices. Can't speak for anything else but the pizza is amazing.

Still one of my favorite spots for lunch. The salad, slice and a drink lunch special is unbeatable. I'm from NYC and this place makes a decent slice. Super cheap and even come with garlic knots. read more

Is it Mexican or Italian I dunno, my lasagna looked like a cheese enchilada. All I could taste was cheese. Ironically someone walked in and asked what kinda restaurant it was. All we heard was Spanish being spoken in the kitchen which confirms what we thought. Love mexican food but Italians do Italian best! Two stars because the service was good and the staff didn't charge us even though we did not eat the main course even after pleading to pay for the salads and drinks. read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

My companions and I had dinner at O Sole Mio this evening. We were greeted and seated immediately. Our server promptly took our drink order and served us warm garlic knots that were sooooo goooood! My meal began with a seafood chowder which had plenty of seafood and a delicious broth with vegetables. My entree was a special called Salmon Portofino which had a generous portion of perfectly-prepared salmon, shrimp, spinach, cherry tomatoes in a delicious red garlicky sauce over fettuccine. My companions ordered Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp and Gnocchi Bolognese. They were very pleased with their meals as well. Our server Zane was friendly, attentive and helpful. We highly recommend O Sole Mio!! read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Salmon Portofino - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Not sure what took me so long to try this place but I'm so glad I finally did! This cute authentic Italian restaurant makes a great date spot too. The service was great; our waiter checked on us often to see how we were doing or if we needed any refills on anything. For those of you curious... yes there is complimentary garlic rolls here!!! They are so mouth-watering good that you might have a hard time stopping to save room for your entree (speaking from personal experience...). I ordered the Penne Alla Vodka and chose a creamy mushroom soup as my side. Both were absolutely delicious. My only critique is that I wish my soup was a bit hotter. My boyfriend ordered the Baked Ziti Maria with a thinner soup that had pasta and bacon in it (maybe Pasta Fagioli??) . He enjoyed his meal as well! I'll definitely be back!! Next time I'll pace myself better to save room for tiramisu read more

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Not a terribly impressive restaurant on appearance, but boy did the food taste good. It started with the garlic bread, delicious. I had spaghetti and meatballs. The pasta was terrific, the sauce was good, but the meatballs were fantastic. My only suggestion, get better cheese, that sawdust cheese could be improved on. But that's a minor issue. If I lived in the area, (I don't, sadly), I'd be a regular. read more

Great food, reasonable price, excellent service, cozy ambiance. Wonderful owners and staffs.

Absolutely the best Italian food around every time I leave I say to myself I found my most favorite dinner. They just seem to top every dinner that we have highly recommended. I'm New York Italian and was raised on Italian food as well as Mexican, but these guys really know how to cook Italian, outstanding food!!! read more

As someone who enjoys real ingredients and quality food, this has been one of my favorites in Florida. The server was kind and talkative (not my cup of tea, but I won't hold that against him, that's how he should be). The culture of the restaurant was fantastic, the seating was comfortable, and the mural on the wall felt like something ripped from my wildest imaginations about Italy. The baked ziti alla Maria was a fantastic dish. It felt like I was reading a book about how food shall be made... seriously, it was that good. read more

10/10!!!! Literally the best pizza I've ever had in Florida. The Grandma pizza is off the chain flavorful and will have you coming back for more. Authentic Italian menu , attentive friendly staff, we will be regular customers here ! read more

This is the real thing if you are looking for good Italian food and great pizza. You can check out the pizza display case if you are buying by the slice or to see what's on a full size pizza. The garlic knots are the best in town. The veal Marsala is wonderful. Everything we have ordered is flavorful. And it comes to the table hot! read more

Trying to avoid the chain restaurants in UF /Gainesville i decided to check Yelp reviews on the area. We found this little gem about 20 min from UF. I had the Chicken Sorrentino and my friend had Marsala. Both dishes were fresh , piping hot , and delicious. Great quality and prepared with pride. Looking around the Stromboli and pizzas looked great too. Place was packed at 6:30 on a Tuesday. What does that tell you ? Owners were gracious. Server attentive. Not crazy about being called "honey" and "sweetie" by someone 25- years my junior, but I'm sure she meant well. Stop by here if you're in the area or passing through Gainesville. VERY good Mom and Pop place read more

The food is always excellent. Service is good. We often do takeout and they do a great job at packing the food and getting it to us fresh and hot. Plus, it is nice being able to get excellent Italian food close to home without having to go into Gainesville. read more

AUTHENTIC! AUTHENTIC! AUTHENTIC! 4.75 stars rounded up for good reason! Definitely a QUALITY authentic Italian family-owned restaurant just outside of Gainesville. The variety & quality of food, along w/ the fair pricing, has earned this eatery its stellar reputation. Open approximately a decade, its hours are 10 AM till 9 PM Sunday thru Thursday & until 10 PM Friday & Saturday. (Google & Yelp hours are incorrect @ this time.) The menu is EXTENSIVE-- see pics! There are 31 pastas (Yes, thirty-one); 18 pizzas (14", 16" & 18", including a Cauliflower Gluten-free crust); 22 pizza toppings; chicken, shrimp, & veal dishes; 11 hot & cold sandwiches; soups & salads; strombolis & calzones; appetizers; desserts (w/ a separate menu); & 7 children's offerings. It's unlikely you'll be unable to find your favorite Italian food on one of the menus. I didn't see meatballs listed in Sides, but I was assured I could order them-- & did! For just $3.99, the meatballs & accompanying sauce were VERY GOOD-- see pic. We sampled so much food! The Lobster Ravioli a la Aragosta (w/ baby shrimp) @ just $16.99 was EXCELLENT, as was the HUGE $13.99 Sicilian Cheese Pizza loaded w/ fresh mozzarella & delicious sauce on a double-baked square crust. Truly a first for me w/ regard to a perfectly balanced amount of cheese to sauce ratio-- see pics. The delicious $9.25 Cheese Calzone w/ Sausage was not short of meat, & the $8.99 Mozzarella In Carozza appetizer was OUTSTANDING-- delectable cheese & ripe tomatoes not overburdened by deliciously fresh basil, olive oil, & garlic. And the dessert-- Oh, My! The Chocolate Tuxedo Mousse Pie w/ its graham cracker crust was so light & DELICIOUS. Not a big fan of mousse, this slice was surprisingly PHENOMENAL. The weak link for us-- the complimentary garlic rolls that were brought to our table were good, but a tad dry; they lacked garlic butter, & they would have been much better served w/ a side of marinara sauce. All desserts are $4.95-- see menu pic. The cheesecakes on the Dessert Menu are made on site by Stella. She & Guy are the Italian co-owners of this worthy restaurant. There are 21 Wines on the menu sold by the glass & bottle, as well as 3 draft beers-- Stella Artois, Bud Lite, & Amberbock. Our Amberbock draft was $3.99. There's also a display of locally grown & produced Olive Oils & Vinegars priced from $13 to $25-- see wall pic. This family-owned restaurant boasts two small rooms. In the main dining room, there is a drink station that sits across from the pizza bar. If dining in is not your style, you can always order pizza by the slice @ the bar. I counted 13 available To Go pizzas. Cannoli shells awaiting filling sat atop the pizza bar. There are booths in the main dining room, & booths & tables in the secondary room. Four stools w/ backs front the small, attractive bar in the back room-- see pic. The interior of this establishment was clean. Service was satisfactory; it could have been a little better. I stood & waited @ the hostess stand for far too long; I began to question the sign directing me to wait to be seated. We also had to request a third menu then a third silverware unit & finally a third appetizer plate. The restaurant was not very busy at the time, so I'm unsure why the necessities were not immediately provided. The offering of a To Go cup for my 3/4 full beverage would have been welcomed. However, our server was friendly & professional-- & appreciated. This is the PERFECT restaurant to frequent if you enjoy AUTHENTIC & DELICIOUS ITALIAN FOOD @ REASONABLE PRICES. Bring a date to dine in or bring a canine along if you wish to sit @ the outside table by the entrance. Just come-- your tastebuds will thank you:) I will definitely return-- just a FANTASTIC & FLAVORFUL variety of traditional Italian dishes offered. THANK YOU, Stella & Guy-- il tuo cibo 'e il migliore! read more

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Good food went again the next day I loved it so much. Nice waitress,friendly and efficient. Clean and nice decor for Italian. Great garlic rolls. read more

What an experience I had a fantastic Gorgonzola/Chicken/Mushroom dish with a creamy garlic sauce. It was wonderful. I can't wait to stop back and try a pizza or Stromboli read more

Large menu. Service was spotty, never did get the garlic rolls, wasn't busy. The guy who showed us to our table was wearing a baseball hat. Not in my restaurant you don't. Large portion, tasty. read more

Great food! Our favorites are the gnocchi bolognese and the spaghetti and meatball! Great for eating in or take out.

Great Ownership Great Staff My wife and I had our wedding rehearsal dinner at O sole Mio on Friday 10/26/2019. We had over 30 family members and friend attend. The Owner was amazing as was the staff. The food was great, and served hot with very little wait. I will always remember this dinner due to the caring of making sure all went well. read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - My beautiful wife and myself - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

This used to be my go to spot after an afternoon of golfing nearby at West End (RIP). Their chicken parm is amazing and the portions are good. The service was friendly as well. Will be back, wish I lived closer! read more

It was okay. The booth was uncomfortable. Quite a loud room too. Food was great. Affordable for food Italian food too.

[Chefs kiss] I mean wow. Never have been disappointed in the food quality or price. This is authentic Italian so you're not going to pay $10 for a large dish (boo hoo). Most all pastas are made fresh as well as the various other ingredients. The first time I ordered based on the General managers recommendation which was Ravioli Di Mare. Freshly made Ravioli stuffed with Lobster - a few shrimp with a nice pink sauce - and a blackened mahi mahi on top. Shockingly, it was better than it sounded and I was drooling from the description he gave alone. I've been back an embarrassing amount since then and will continue to do so. 5/5 read more

Best Italian in town, hands down. Highly recommended for anyone, dine in or take home

Went here with the crew the other night for some Italian food, which is probably a good thing since they are an Italian restaurant. We have been here a number of times before, and really like the place. The wait staff are usually quite pleasant, and a couple of them are downright fun to be around. The interior of the restaurant was expanded a couple of years ago, taking over the space next door and doubling the floor space for their guests, which has really improved the place. They even managed to fit a small bar in there, and I know that it sees regular use. We were seated in the older section of the restaurant, which is rare with our group because the newer section has larger seating areas that can hold more people at a table. We had our drink orders taken and were shortly presented with garlic rolls to munch on while we perused the menu. I ordered the spaghetti carbonara with linguine noodles instead of spaghetti. While they do a fair job with their carbonara, it isn't a true carbonara as they don't use raw egg to make the sauce. Understandable in this litigious world we live in, but I really do prefer the authentic version. Ah well... it is still tasty, but it is really more of a spaghetti alfredo with meat. We took our time eating and talking, the usual kind of thing with our group. It is a relaxing time for us after a week of work, so we tend to take our time. Even after we had finished our meals, paid our checks, and worked our way out the door, we were still sitting around outside on the benches talking and carrying on. I wrote this towards the beginning of the report, but it didn't really fit there... a bit of a sermon about how wait staff should be viewed. You run into the occasional night where they have been hammered and there is a bit of crabbiness, but you can see through that if you look. The key is that you have to look... and that is my recommendation here to anyone going to a restaurant who experiences wait staff that is not meeting expectations... take a breath, relax, and observe. See if this experience is happening because they are unpleasant people, or if they have just had a bad day. It happens. read more

Amazing food, fantastic prices, and super friendly staff! I ordered food for about $30 and it fed almost 5 people! When i went inside to pick up my order, i almost bought one of everything from the display shelf . Would definitely recommend this hidden treasure. read more

Food is yummy with lots of garlicky flavors! Mozzarella sticks were amazing! Food is ready quickly with easy pick up. Friendly people inside! read more

Really enjoyed this place. Our server, Jimmy, was awesome. I had the Chicken Marsala and it was really good. read more

O Sole Mio Cucina Italiana - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Sauce is very good. Have had many pizzas over the years, always tasty & always ready in 30min (or whatever the estimate is provided). Lots of good meals enjoyed: eggplant parmesan, chicken marsala, veal marsala & pasta dishes. The soups & salads are freshly prepared and very good. We've ordered for holiday dinners at home. I can't recall having a bad order or meal at O Solo Mio. read more