Wonderful food, romantic, cozy, atmosphere... Excellent service! From start to finish, we enjoyed every moment of our evening at Veratina!

This was our second visit to Veratina. Our first visit was ok, but not great, so we decided to give it another try. First, I should say that the service was great and we really enjoyed our waitress. The food, however, was not so great. The highlight of the meal was the waitress and the appetizer. We had the focaccia bread with three spreads, all of which were excellent. For the main entree, I had the Delmonico Steak. The steak tasted ok, but was mostly fat and gristle. Only about 10% of it was edible. I also had the Community Coffee cocktail. It was $15 and one of the best cocktails that I have ever tasted. The downside is that it is served in a small glass with one HUGE ice cube in it, so you only get about a shot of liquor. I ordered a second one and requested no ice cube...I got the same amount of liquor in the same glass, but no ice ...just a small amount of liquor in the bottom of a normal cocktail glass. It was delicious, but definitely not worth $15 for the miniscule amount of liquor that you receive. The waitress was obviously embarrassed by the tiny drink, and apologized for it. My wife had a shrimp dish similar to ravioli. It was horrible, (sorry, no other word to describe it). The shrimp was clearly not fresh and the fishy taste was so bad that we couldn't eat it (and we are seafood fans). There is really no excuse for serving bad shrimp that isn't fresh here in Savannah...fresh shrimp is literally available everywhere here. At the end of the meal we left the waitress a nice tip, and decided not to return. The only exception would be for the focaccia bread and a glass of wine. read more

We're visiting Savannah for the 2nd time and had dinner at Veratina for the 1st time last night. Alex was on top of everything the entire time we were there. The Shaved Brussels were the perfect appetizer and paired well with my wife's glass of Vermentino. My wife loved the Strozzapretti and our daughter loved the Kid's butter noodles. I ordered a pizza that was a Specialty Item for the night. Within a couple minutes of ordering it, Alex came to the table and let me know they had sold out of the pizza I ordered. The kitchen was able to add some special preps to the N'duja Pizza and it turned out perfectly for me. The vibe was great and we had a great conversation with a neighboring table as we were walking out the door. Looking forward to stopping by again when we make it back to Savannah. Thanks Alex! -The Caldwell's (Tony, Allyson, and Lenora) read more

We had an amazing time at this restaurant. First time in GA with my gal pals. One of my friends has been in a pretty intense amount of pain lately and the food is so good she forgot about her pain while eating. Fully immersed in the phenomenal food. Had to hold back licking the plates! And one of the chefs make doodle bob out of flour. Experience 10/10, food 10/10, desserts 10/10 Definitely stop here!!!!!! read more

The food was good but not much of it. The entree does not come with anything extra you pay for the extras. No potatoes or salad etc. read more

We hosted our son's wedding rehearsal dinner at Veratina and I can't say enough about what an absolutely perfect experience it was..and no, I am not related! I am a foodie who appreciates very good food and outstanding service and they exceeded our expectations. We visited Savannah back in February and weren't able to agree on a venue for the rehearsal dinner. We had gotten a referral for Veratina from a server at another restaurant and he told us it was his go to spot for high end, authentic Italian cooking. We spoke with Alicia (front of house) and James (chef) and they were extremely friendly and accommodating. We spoke about possible menu items as well as specialty cocktails and agreed we would create the menu closer to the date so Chef James would have a better idea what he'd be working with for ingredients and menu items as well as cocktails. We shared some ideas and explained we'd prefer many options and "family style" and WOW they did not disappoint!! Everything from the charcuterie board, apps, salads, mains and sides was cooked to order and delivered piping hot to each table. And they created a specialty cocktail to appease my taste for anything blood orange!! The Fusili was fresh and homemade. The Bronzino medallions were delish and boneless which was appreciated. The rigatoni was also fresh and the sauces and accompanying proteins were perfectly paired to their dishes. Chef also surprised us and made a huge porhetta that was a huge hit! Alicia checked in with us several times and she and her staff could not have been more accommodating. Every course was perfectly timed and the servers explained what each dish was. This dinner and the folks at Veratina exceeded our expectations and the high bar we had set which made it a perfect night. We received so many compliments and praise for what Alicia and Chef James did. If you're a foodie or someone who enjoys great food, superior service, and a fantastic value then go!! We heard it's been a tough reservation because news of such places travels quickly...so get on those phones and have yourselves a meal and a glass of wine. (Or "Death by Orange" cocktail/spritzer!) These folks are no strangers to the restaurant business and we hear they are opening a second place soon! I would travel back to Savannah just to try their new spot! Yes we were that impressed with them, from soup to nuts as the saying goes!! Thanks again to James, Alicia, and all your staff! read more

Always exciting to get a new Italian restaurant!! We attended for a date night and arrived right at 5 pm. They open for dinner at 5 so we sat immediately. Drinks were good, very different from a traditional cocktail menu with mostly Italian liquors, but they do have a full bar. Food wise, The Arancini was cooked perfect and the sauce was delicious. Both our pastas were a bit al dente, but fresh. The mushrooms in the agnolotti were cooked perfect and the sauce was earthy and hearty. The pancetta in the cavatelli was also delicious. We chalked the al dente pasta up to our meals being some of the first dishes out of the kitchen that night, and yet the flavors were still wonderful. I wanted so badly to try the tiramisu but man, I was full!! I also want to come back for lunch - they have what looks to be some delectable sandwiches on their menu. Stop in and give them a try! read more

Veratina is a hidden gem. The food was to die for, the vibe is quiet and cozy. The staff was courteous, attentive, and fast. We spent the weekend exploring restaurants in Savannah and this was by far the BEST. And when I say that, I'm saying best of the best. We went Olde Pink House, Elizabeth on 37th, The Public, Collins Quarter, and a few others. Veratina was the only 10/10 on our list. Best app: aracino balls Best drink: community coffee (tastes like a pistachio latte) Best entree: pasta w/ Sunday sauce read more

PROS --Excellent service from the knowledgeable and friendly bartender while seated for our meal at the end of the bar. --We split a caesar salad, plus the night's pizza special, and the night's pasta special. All were outstanding. Flavorful without being too salty. CONS --We also ordered a side dish of the broccolini. The florets and sauce were fine. Delicious in fact. But broccolini stems accounted for well over half of the portion. Normally that would be fine... if the stems were properly prepared. They were not. Instead they were woody, undercooked and inedible (without a heroic round of olympic-level chewing with each bite). A rookie mistake that shouldn't happen at this level of cuisine. We ate what we could and pushed the rest of the dish away. Bartender: "Are you finished with this?" Us: "Um yes, we're not cows". --We did not specify how to "course" the meal. Instead we let the kitchen decide what dishes to send out, in what order, and at what pace. We did specifically ask that everything please NOT be sent out at one time. And yet, sure enough, the entire order was placed in front of us at one time. As a result, we had to sprint through the entire meal, eating the hot items first before they cooled, leaving the salad for last. Would that have been done to a couple seated at a table? Nope. Did we pay less for our meal being seated at the bar? Nope. read more

Food is always scrumptious and never disappoints! Our server Tylor was on top of everything, and we had an amazing dining experience because he was excellent at his job! read more

We've now had brunch there 8-10 times, and last Sunday we were surprised to learn they were celebrating their one year anniversary...and presented us with complimentary Prosecco. Such a lovely gesture! This is the best brunch in a city with incredible brunch competition. The menu changes slightly over time, but right now they have an omelet that is absolutely delicious and should be renamed as it doesn't do it justice. My husband loves their pizza and pasta dishes. I'm hoping they add gluten free options sometime soon! read more

So glad a friend recommended this restaurant. It is off the beaten path but very easy to find. The food was very good and they had unusual cocktails. read more

Chefs offerings are amazing. I had a Delmonico steak that was prepared to perfection. They have a garlic shrimp scampi as an appetizer that is a do not miss. I recommend the back patio for warm dry evenings with one you love. read more

3/5/26. I eat in many restaurants. This Veratina was fair. The menu is limited. The food we ordered was fair. Eg. the Greek salad seemed like just iceberg lettuce smothered in cheese... a pasta dish seemed like pasta just buried in a slurry of cheese and butter.. The margarita pizza was pretty good . Pricing is fairly high. Service was nice . The restaurant is also loud. Hence.. fair.. 3star. HS read more

The Cesar salad was probably the best I've ever had. The vodka rigatoni was very very good. Angolotti was to die for. For dessert, we got the blueberry cobbler. It was good but was mostly just blueberries with hardly any topping. Bartender Emily was exceptional and very personable. read more

Love the new (to us) vibe. Food (pasta) was perfectly cooked, well seasoned, delicious sauce and garnishes. Service was exceptional.. our server was very interactive and helped make our meal a new ce total dining experience. read more

Best chicken parm sandwich! Just Yummy! The shrimp appetizer was also 5 stars! Nice folks, great food! It's a keeper!

Such a lovely culinary addition to our community. We've experienced Veratina on four different occasions and each time has been consistently exceptional. The food is delicious and the serving team is extremely focused on customer excellence. The pasta, pizza and branzino are highly recommended. Niko in the pizza bar and Lilly as a member of the serving team are both superb. Give them both a pat on the back and a bottle of wine for making Veratina one of our favorites. Kudos to the rest of your culinary and service teams for simply being so amazing!! read more

This restaurant has it all, quality, quantity, fast, great service and good ambiance.

One of our new favorites in Savannah. Caesar salad was delicious, and the risotto was yummy and comforting. Very cute establishment, and service was spot on. read more

Ok first understand we are food snobs....25 years in NYC and a lot of travel will do that to you. We live here and I want places to succeed and think VT, while busy, needs improvement to make it here. My true rating would be 3 1/2 stars - which is not an option. But overall, Veratina is being overrated by tourists and I want to give a more nuanced view. The space is very nice but you want to avoid the "middle room" as it is walk thru for staff and all patrons headed to the back or patio. (There are few good two tops so go for the bar if you are two and not seated in the front room). My criticism on the food is that it is good but not that good. It is not a dinner you remember the next day in big, positive ways. You don't say, hey we've got to go back! Have been twice and both salads we had (big portions) were terribly overdressed....caesar and fattoush...way too much dressing...had a good pizza but not as good as Hop Atomica or Lucia. Both pastas we have had were way over sauced....just drowning in sauce.....so completely not memorable, just sauce. We make pasta this good getting fresh at Frali's. Hopefully Vertina does not equate its crowds (or tourist reviews) with quality because that would be a mistake. It needs to improve to rival the best in Savannah - Common Thread, Lucia, the new fish place, Ukiyo, Green Truck. read more

We have heard so many good things from the food to service of this new restaurant. They did an incredible job remodeling. The ambiance is amazing. We sat at the bar tonight with Billy and Loni. We were greeted by Alicia, the owner, when we walked in and were seated at the bar (which we love). Her husband James is the chef and I would say they are the dynamic duo. We will be back! read more

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We were there for our 45th anniversary dinner and the waitresses could not have been better!!! It was a superb meal with a fantastic dessert!!!! read more

Wonderful food, drinks, service and company. And didn't break the bank! We will be back.

Everything was amazing- from the decor, atmosphere, food and drink. My second time dining here and it has become my favorite resturant in Savannah. read more

First impression; an excellent Italian addition to the Savannah restaurant experience. Hopefully they will add a few traditional primi pasta option such as cacio pepe, carbonara, alla gricia read more

Absolutely delicious! We shared a pizza and a pasta dish and both were wonderful. We sat at the area overlooking the kitchen, and Jim (the pizza chef) was a joy to interact with. Not only did he provide details and recommendations on the menu, but he also gave us great tips for our first visit to Savannah. We will very likely go again before leaving the city. read more

Smaller quaint place off the beaten track. Family owned family chef and very clean. The Sunday sauce, chicken parm and the Cannoli' is outstanding! We are pleased we found this place... it's a must!!!! read more

Great new Italian restaurant in the historic district. Well put together, nice menu, good service and a little loud. We'll be back.

Not prone to proclaiming greatness but Veratina was great. Exceptional, imaginative, fresh and fun. Service perfect and actually very reasonably priced. BravoVeratina! read more

Overall everything was just OK. We had an 8:30 reservation, and our order was taken about an hour into sitting. I was excited their menu said gluten free options (online and in person), so I asked what they had and they gave me an allergy menu. My options were limited to the things that were already gluten free- the salads and chicken. No pasta or pizza options. I never mind if a restaurant does not have gluten free options- I can stick to a salad anytime! But I felt very misled that they advertised gluten free options, especially when that's why we chose to go. I ordered the chicken since my options were that or salad. The food came out an hour later, and at this point the rest of the staff was cleaning up and leaving. Our group agreed that the experience was OK but we wouldn't go back. Our waitress was very nice, but we were there for nearly 2.5 hours, and the food was fine, but not worth it for the price (The chicken was $36). The atmosphere was, again, fine- but not anything we would come back for. Hoping these kinks will be worked out in the future. read more

Food=chicken parmigiana sandwich was awesome. Wedge salad amazing too. Service and ambience great too.