I really enjoyed this spot!! I came with some friends for drinks and dinner before going out and it…read morewas perfect. We sat outside and it was a nice ambiance, sometimes they have live music out there I'm told so we'll have to go back when they do. We started off with drinks and I got the martini with the cucumber, it was super fresh! We also got the spinach and artichoke dip, which was super yummy. For my main I got the Cajun pasta with steak and that was delicious!! They also give a lot of food and I even split it with my friend and still had some leftovers. Our waiter was nice and the food came out fast. I will definitely come back!

We came across this place while stumbling around Jacksonville Beach one weekend. I would give it a…read more3.5. The food was pretty good, service was exceptional. Ambience was meh. My companion ordered the poke bowl. It was decent. Everything was fresh, but beyond that, there wasn't anything exceptional about this dish. I had the grouper sandwich. Having lived in Florida for almost 30 years, I have become leery of the grouper... Is it really grouper? This sandwich was really good. I don't care if it was grouper or not (it definitely tasted like the real thing), it hit the spot. The fries were yummy too. Our server was kind and attentive and made us feel welcome. Drinks were generous. Cheers to the bartender.

My husband and I visited Mamasamas for the first time last night for my birthday dinner and BOY…read morewere we impressed! We both agreed that the meal we shared was easily the best Italian food in Jacksonville. For starters, the amount of charm and elegance the owners were able to achieve in a strip mall of all places is impressive. Our reservation was for inside, but we would love to sit under their patio/canopy as the weather starts to cool down! The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but gorgeous nonetheless. Our server, Alana, was AMAZING!! She gave us complimentary champagne to celebrate my birthday dinner and put a candle in our dessert. She was very personable and gave us recommendations on each course upon request. Our drinks were never empty and there was not a single lull waiting for her to come back over. If you decide to go, ask for her! Now, the FOOD! For apps, we ordered the meatballs (Alana's recommendation) and the burrata (a must order for us at any Italian restaurant). The meatballs were full of flavor and tender but not mushy. I could drink the sauce if I'm being honest. The burrata was delicious with the bread and marinated tomato/onion mixture. Would recommend both of these to anyone! For our mains, I ordered the gnocchi arrabbiatta and my hubby ordered the pappardelle boscaiola with added ragu beef. Both were DELICIOUS! My gnocchi had a little bit of a kick, but nothing too overpowering. The beef in my husband's pasta was extremely tender and flavorful. Finally, for our dessert, we ordered the budino based on Alana's recommendation and it was AMAZING. Probably my favorite part of the meal. All in all, we had a 10/10 experience and will absolutely be back!

Underwhelming. Service is good. Employees are friendly…read more The food is very underwhelming. The mista salad is awful. Cheap mista salad with some vinegar and cucumbers. Zero flavors. They should be embarrassed serving this. The pasta pomodoro was just not good. The sauce didn't taste good and the spaghetti is very thick and not cooked well. We sat outside. The tables are makeshift. Ours was sticky and after the plates were removed, noticed there was hair stuck to the table. Nasty

We went to The Local for my mom's birthday, and it was such a wonderful experience from start to…read morefinish! We were greeted with a sweet birthday card from the staff, and they even treated my mom to free drinks, which was such a thoughtful touch. Our waitress was amazing and had the best recommendations. The food was incredible! My boyfriend and I shared the steak Cajun pasta and the goat cheese burger, and both were absolutely fabulous. The Local has that perfect relaxed yet elevated vibe, with amazing cocktails, incredible food, and such friendly, attentive staff. We had the best time celebrating my mom and will absolutely be back. Highly recommend! 10/10!

This was my first time here for a family gathering with my mom and sister. The restaurant has a…read morenice ambiance with both indoor and outdoor seating, but with temperatures around 100 degrees, we opted to sit inside. Our waiter was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. My sister and I shared the Tuna Poke Nachos, which were delicious and easily the highlight of the meal. I ordered the Honey Toum Chicken, but unfortunately the chicken was a bit dry, and the pita was slightly overdone with some burnt edges. Considering the price, I felt the food fell short of my expectations. That said, I still enjoyed spending quality time with my mom and sister over good conversation. As the restaurant filled up, the noise level increased quite a bit, making it a little harder to talk. I did see a few other items I would like to try so a return visit is possible, but definitely will expect more of a food quality is needed.

Ordered their deluxe pizza for delivery around 9pm and it did not disappoint! The pizza was…read moreabsolutely delicious; nothing like the greasy, underwhelming pies you get from the big chains. The toppings were so fresh and generously piled on that it almost felt indulgent eating it, and the crust had that satisfying homemade quality you just can't fake. Delivery was fast, too! Exactly what you want late at night! We've also visited their location for the lunch buffet and walked away just as impressed. You get an incredible amount of food for an unbelievably reasonable price, and the staff were genuinely warm and attentive. Such a charming restaurant!! This place just keeps earning our loyalty!

Hmm. Not sure if new owners. In for late lunch on Sunday and it wasn't as good as previous visit…read more 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.

We celebrated my husband's 60th birthday , Justin and a…read moregreat lady who I cannot remember her name sadly. Awesome place great food. I highly recommend it. The owner is awesome. He came out and met us.

Heard about this place from a friend. Had to try it Great…read moremenu for food and drinks. Quite the selection I had chicken cacciatora and it was loaded. Super tasty and very tender with a salad and bread. Anna had the chicken marsala with salad. Both were very good and sizable portions. Services was good and didn't really want for thing. Definitely will be back to try other things on menu.

We enjoyed my wife's birthday with friends and the entire event was wonderful! It was a Saturday…read morenight and we waited just a few minutes as it was very busy! However, after just a few minutes we were seated in a very nice, secluded corner that allowed for a rather normal conversation around and across the table! We were greeted at the table and never felt hurried even if the restaurant was very busy. The menu offered a wide ranging selection of delicious Italian options from which each of us ordered something different and equality very good. Because of our special occasion we ordered a bottle of French Champaign and enjoyed fresh bread and each other's company while making our entree selections. Our dinner salad came at an appropriate time while our conversation continued until everyone had finished their plate and the dishes were silently removed from our table. In just a few minutes, our various entrees arrived and each of us began our Italian culinary delight! Throughout our meal the room continued to fill with more and more people, more and more excitement and obviously the energy moved in and around the room from table to table with each server adding to the feel of sitting somewhere in Italy enjoying a delicious meal with friends and family! By the end of our two hour time in the restaurant we were quite content and happy with our time spent at Vito's! The food was great and we will certainly return again soon!

I liked the atmosphere of this place, old style Italian restaurant. Server was attentive enough but…read moreit took awhile to get our drinks. Speaking of, I didn't care for my Gin Mojito with cucumber slices. Not much flavor at all, I should have sent it back, but I kept thinking it would get better- it didn't. Also didn't care for the salad, I hate iceberg lettuce and that's what it was, with 1 tomato slice and a couple of red onion pieces. Next time I'll get the soup. But I did thoroughly enjoy my Shrimp Scampi. Will definitely give it another try.

Good food, service and pleasant overall experience. Best pistachio gelato.! even the honor came…read moreover to greet us. Make sure we were happy with our meal.. would highly recommend.

I've dined at this spot twice and both times were fantastic! First off- as soon as you walk in all…read morestaff acknowledge you from behind the counter. Then, you are welcomed with some of the most amazing bread service in Jax. For the main courses, I really loved the Cacio e Pepe- which was made table side in a beautiful cheese wheel. And the mixed vegetable side was also fantastic! Do not sleep on them. And lastly, the cannoli affogato special was all the best parts of the cannoli in one cup. I was super impressed by all the food I tried here & can't wait to come back.

My husband picked this spot for my birthday outing, and it was such a cute choice! The restaurant…read morehas a really charming Italian vibe and definitely made the night feel special. I loved the little birthday touches...they had a Happy Birthday balloon waiting at our table, which was so sweet. They also have a photographer who comes around and takes photos that you can purchase. Of course we had to buy one! Such a cute keepsake from my birthday dinner. I started with a glass of sparkling rose because...birthday behavior. We shared the Nuvola di Burrata, and it was SO flavorful and a great way to start the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the Frutti di Mare. It had really good flavor overall, but it was missing a little salt for me. A little extra seasoning and it would've been perfect. Dannie was such a great waitress! She was attentive, personable, and really helped make my birthday dinner feel special. Great customer service can truly make an experience, and she definitely did that. Cute atmosphere, good Italian food, sparkling rosé, birthday touches, and my husband...I'd say it was a pretty good birthday night.

We had a girls' night at Dolce Vita and really enjoyed it! The atmosphere is super cute with…read moreseveral fun spots for pictures. Their menu is online only, which normally frustrates me, BUT every dish has a picture and that makes my heart very happy! We started with a limoncello martini, which unfortunately was pretty basic and not something I'd order again. We switched to a recommended bottle of wine that was very good! The appetizers were the highlight! The arancini were delicious. I actually debated ordering them as my meal. We also loved the fried burrata and bruschetta. We demolished everything so quickly I barely got pictures! For dinner, I had the shrimp scampi. It had great flavor, although the sauce was richer than the lighter scampi sauce I was expecting. My friends had the wedge salad with grilled chicken and the salmon pasta, and both really enjoyed their meals. We would definitely come back! Just know it's a slower-paced dining experience, so don't go if you're in a hurry. Grab some wine, enjoy the atmosphere, and enjoy the company you came with. Perfect for a girls' night!