Riccardo&#x27;s

I walked in I was ignored... walked by 3 times by the same server. No smile and No "someone will be…read moreright with you". Finally, I was asked "how many?" Still no smile or follow me just grabbed menus turned around and started walking. My waitress greeted me with a smile, and fast and attentive. The atmosphere is great. Meals are fast, good and fair pricing. I will be back and hopefully be greeted with a smile next time because that makes someone feel like they are welcomed.

Service!! The staff cannot wait on the patrons. Understaffed?? Don't care??…read moreDon't come here unless you are okay to wait an hour plus! For your food !!

Dining room

Bacon cheeseburger, no extras

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Dining room

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With a name like the Anchor, you might expect this would be a seafood place. It has limited seafood…read moreoptions -- the lobster roll was very good for one of our party -- and is mostly bar food. It's the kind of place that locals know and others overlook as it's not on major thoroughfares. We were directed here by locals and were glad we were. Chicken wings dusted with garlic/Parmesan were tasty, as were pretzel knots (as an appetizer), and the Anchor's signature cheeseburger. Casual, not quite divey, atmosphere with friendly staff.

food is very good. I like their beef sandwich and their burgers. Everything is very good Services…read moreby waitress pretty quick am of a thriving bar.

It was scrumptious

Slider combo

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Wings with bourbon mixed with sweet chili sauce... just a bit spicy

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the food is top notch all the way through and the servers are very pleasant but also the atmosphere…read moreis that of a great dining room experience z. very nice restaurant!!!

Good food and great service, chocolate cake was outstanding! We will go there again in the near…read morefuture

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Following an early morning appointment for lab work, my wife and I decided to head out to Belleview…read moreto try Mary's Place. We've been meaning to stop by for a while but couldn't justify the relatively longer drive. This morning, we decided to stop by on our way to our obligatory monthly COSTCO run in The Villages. Located in what looked like a motel that's seen better days, we walked into a clean albeit cozy interior. We were instructed to sit wherever and we sat in a booth. Presented with the menu, we both ordered coffee. My wife then ordered their Biscuit and Gravy ($6.99 if paid in cash) and I ordered their Bacon and Cheese Omelet with onions ($9.99 cash), home fries and wheat toast. My wife liked her breakfast. The gravy was nice and peppery and the biscuit seemed fresh and held up to the gravy. My omelet was also good. I preferred my home fries crispier though. Service was on point as we never saw the bottom of our coffee cup with servers attentively refilling our cups! You could tell there are many regulars who patronize this place that's been in operation for over 25 years. It seemed like the servers knew a lot of the diners...and that's a good thing. Good food, great value and friendly, attentive service. Breakfast for 2 with tip came out to $30 paid in cash since paying with a credit card incurs additional charge.

Many vegetables side orders and Daly specials!!!! Also good service. Thats all I can…read morethink of right now

Bacon, cheese and onion omelet

Half eaten monster omelette. Amazing...it's like ordering a sampler of everything on the menu!

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Good Time Lounge

3.1(7 reviews)

1.9 mi

I won't go back or recommend this place to anyone. Food is absolutely horrible. The moment you…read morepulled to the parking I should left.

The four star score is not because of the extensive menu ( it is tiny ), but for $9.75 the burger…read morewas a great deal. Had lettuce tomato pickle and onion on it. Fries came out hot. Bartender had to hike all the way over to us at a table, she did great.

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The menu

Broad Stripes Golf & Social Club

4.0(6 reviews)

7.4 mi

Got out to play 18 today. Have to say the front 9 plays and is in better shape than the back 9…read more Some clovers and patchiness in the back. Sand could use some raking.

Now called Stonecrest Golf Club Excellent menu and service. New restaurant manager doing an…read moreamazing job

Gorgeous course. Some water but more sand traps

Social club entrance, newly renovated, bar not fully open yet.

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Beautiful greens

Flying Boat Tap Room

4.6(201 reviews)

2.4 mi

We heard about the Flying Boat Tap Room from a neighbor who recommended it for their pizzas. Not…read morereally conveniently located from us, we decided to head out here after stopping by a nursery in the same general area. It was a late lunch so the place wasn't all that busy...perhaps a total of 5 diners including us. We sat down and waited a minute or so before a server came by with menus and to take our drink orders. My wife asked her if they served Coke Zero. They don't, so my wife just ordered water with a lemon wedge and I ordered the same. The menu is quite varied, especially for "bar food" with various pizza options. After carefully reading the menu, my wife ordered the White Pi (roasted garlic ricotta, mozzarella, feta, and rosemary/garlic butter drizzle) and I ordered Ol Betsy (house carne asada, avocado, crispy onions, white rice drizzled with chimichurri sauce). My wife's pizza was served before my dish and I had to wait a minute or two before mine was served. I think well managed kitchens should be able to get dishes out at the same time. My wife liked her pizza. She liked the wood-fired char around the edges and the appropriate chew of the crust. She also liked the garlicky flavor and the fresh feta. My dish was quite good! The carne asada was so tender and the crispy onions with the slightly vinegary chimichurri sauce was an inspired combo...adding the creamy avocado further elevated the dish. Lunch for two came out to just under $38 with tip. We'll be back!

This place is interesting. Almost looks like a junk yard when pulling in. My wife looked at me…read morelike I was crazy to take her here. However, looks can be deceiving. The place was fabulous. I think they had 25 taps and the waitress was happy to bring us samples of a bunch before we made up our mind. We both ended up with a stout. We had a queso/sloppy Joe mixed dip as an app. While very tasty, it wasn't very hot (temp), which was a problem with much of the food. We had a pizza and fish tacos for mains. We also shared a cheesecake (or was it key lime) for desert. All were good, except for temp. The best part is with tax and tip dinner was only around $70.

Part of the kitchen and seating area

Timmie toppi burger

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Not the norm tots

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I went to Legacy for Mother's day bruch. I had the shrimp and grits. It was delicious. I don't…read morenormally finish my meals, but I did. IMHO, I think the grits could've been creamier and if the shrimp had been blackened, I would have ordered another one to go. Delicious!!!

Friendly and professional service. The food was O. K. Had the steak and the special lobster boil…read more The lobster was just the tail with clams, mussels, potato, and a corn. The clams and mussels were raisin size. The brussel sprouts and garlic spinach was tasty.

The Legacy Restaurant at the Nancy Lopez Country Club

Beef Wellington Tarts

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The Mojo Grill & Catering

3.7(113 reviews)

2.8 mi

To celebrate a special birthday, a group of seven decided to go to Mojos in Belleview for lunch…read more Our waitress Callie was EXCELLENT!. She was attentive, pleasant and extremely efficient. All the orders came out perfectly and the food was great! thanks again MOJO's for helping us celebrate a special birthday.

I have been here many times for the wings(especially on Wednesday $1 wings). The new Birria…read morequesedilla is amazing, enough for 2 people! KRISTA behind the bar is fun and attentive! Cool music always playing!

Great side of mojo. Wow.

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Interior

Pasta Faire

4.0(225 reviews)

2.5 mi

Tried the crab leg special they have on Tuesdays. One pound of delicious crab legs for only $20!…read more You can order another pound for $15 but one pound was more than I could eat. Note: don't wear good clothing as it is a messy meal but so worth it. Our waitress was terrific and instead of her asking us if we wanted to order, we told her we would put our menus on the other side of the table. Then she would know when we are ready and this way we could enjoy the fresh bread they give you and also enjoy some of our bottle of wine prior to ordering.

Food: Strawberry Steak Salad with Balsamic Glaze- excellent!…read more Husband raved about his blackened Chicken. Of course we took home our leftovers. Our server Cheyenne offered right questions, was patient, attentive. We bought their herb blend for home to add to our olive oils. Definitely worth asking for Cheyenne as your server!

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Wedding

Fresh Bread And Pasta's Faire Menu

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Olive oil and rosemary and UMMM I don't know what else floating in bottom of bottle Tasted OLD

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Karen P.

12 years ago

Just left having a fab dinner at Riccardo's tonight.. I read all the reviews before going and was a little apprehensive after reading the terrible review left from the other day. I have to say the food was amazing, my kids had the pizza and loved every bite of it. I had the New York Strip special and the hubby had the Sea Food special. I also had the Pasta Fajioli soup and it was to die for and I have had it other places and this was by far the best not sure what happened to the others guys soup.. glad I did not listen to his review. (because they do have more positive reviews then bad..well only one bad).. I will defiantly be back. Our server made our entire experience so enjoyable..and to top it off Chef Riccardo found out it was our first time there and personally brought us a plate of complimentary fried raviolis to welcome us. wish I would have came here sooner. our entire family loved it. I usually only read the reviews and never leave them ...first time for everything read more

Melanie T.

8 years ago

This place is phenomenal! Their staff members are so kind and hard working, and their food is by far the BEST ITALIAN IN TOWN! I always have liked my egglpant parmesan very well done, and most places always screw it up. Ricardo's prepared and deliver the best eggplant parmesan I've probably ever had in my life though! They made it with true perfection! I reccomend them to everyone I know around here, and urge even the people i do not know to try them just once! That's all it will take to make you a fan for life! read more

Sarah C.

11 years ago

We eat here very often and honestly just love the food, staff and atmosphere. Whether it's a quick to go lunch, family dinner or cozy date night Riccardo's has something to offer and please everyone. The Cardonas' and their staff go out of their way to make your dining experience delicious and pleasurable.....If you haven't tried it and you are in the area go check them out, you will not be disappointed. Whether you opt for the pizza, daily special or a chef creation you will be coming back for more. read more

Susan R.

3 years ago

My family wanted to go out to dinner. We decided to meet up at Riccardo's only to be turned away. after driving a half hour to get there. They told us that we would not be able to be seated. I just don't understand how an establishment could turn away customers like that. Oh well their loss not ours so we decided to go to Francesco's where they were happy to serve us. read more

Richard K.

14 years ago

Business just off the ground and as you would expect there may be some service issues but any problems were more then compensated by excellent food and the best garlic knots ever. The red sauce is excellent and the salad dressings are obviously made from scratch. Certainly a go to place for a fine meal at a reasonable price. read more

Giorgio M.

13 years ago

We were there for dinner with 15 others, and yet the service was good and the food was served promptly and hot. I had the best " Eggplant Parmigiana" My wife Terry had fish which she enjoyed very much, and we both saved room for desserts which was outstanding. The prices were very reasonable. read more

Carol G.

13 years ago

We have eaten several times at Riccardos and the food is delicious and prices are very good. We are vegetarian and had the vegetarian pizza, vegetable bean soup and vegetarian sandwich and everything was superb. Wait staff is very prompt and friendly. read more

Kelly H.

13 years ago

Loved it! My husband I and went last night and everything was just wonderful. Food was excellent, cute atmosphere and our server "Tracy" was amazing, I love that her response to our thank you was " it was my pleasure" we will be back and ask for Tracy! read more

Dominic S.

125

10 years ago

Been there several times. The food was and service are generally very good. I must say that I did have one of the best shrimp dishes I've had in years there a month or so ago. I will keep going back! read more

Brady O.

3 years ago

Good food usually get take out ........................................................................................................................................................................ read more

Tara A.

9 years ago

First time at the restaurant and we are in love! From the free appetizer for being a first time customer to our amazing meals! Our waitress was also wonderful! We will be back again soon!! read more

Amanda L.

11 years ago

MUST TRY THE VEAL CUTLET...Totally awesome..Secret is if its not on the menu just ask and if they have it in stock they will make it!!!! Great crew and service best italian around!!! read more

Vanessa C.

9 years ago

Only Italian restaurant in town who delivers... and they deliver the full menu. Large pizza is the best in town. Clam dishes and pasta are next in line.... always a weekend goto! read more

Ke K.

14 years ago

Just got back from trying to have lunch at Riccardos. Worst service ever, waited fifty minutes for a cold pizza. Took it home to heat up. We'll never be back. read more

Patricia P.

10 years ago

Staff at Ricardo's are friendly and accommodating. Food was excellent. Best Italian restaurant I've eaten at in a long time. Plan to be a regular. read more

Danny C.

103

9 years ago

The best food that is fresh and made to order. I love this place. I have not had a bad dish at all. Thank you guys and keep up the good work. read more

Jennifer S.

5 years ago

A great home town small businesses!!! Great food, clean dining and fast to have your food ready for carry out!!! They never disappoint!!!

Ashley J.

212

11 years ago

Great and delicious food! They have much more than just pizza! Friendly people. And I was excited to hear that they cater as well!

Kelsey D.

14 years ago

The food is amazing. My personal favorite is the Chicken Fritter appetizer, and the Baked Rigatoni! Can't wait to eat their again!

Jani T.

6 years ago

Good food. Good atmosphere. Great owners. It's a great place for family gatherings. Decent mixed drinks too.

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