10/10 BEST PLACE EVER!!!!! their happy hour is my favorite, service is so good, ambience is amazing! you'll have such a great time & the food is so good :) read more

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Bar Italia has one of the best happy hours in Orlando. With great pizza, apps, and drinks you can't get better than this. Their happy hour at the bar and the bar tables only. If you're sitting at the bar you can walk up but if you want one of the bar top tables you need to see the hostess. read more

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This place was absolutely awful, and I don't know how people like it. For context, I went here in 2023 with my dad and stepmom for a meal before the Mario movie. We sat down, and once we were given our drinks, it became awful. The water was horrible. How the hell do you even mess water up?! The food was the same quality too. If you don't want to risk potentially peeing out of your ass, don't go here. It's not worth it. read more

One of my favs in the Winter Park area. I love the indoor/outdoor bar seating. Snacks were in order, and we opted for a variety to sample; the Shrimp Scampi which had a light and spicy sauce, the One Big Meatball, and Tomato & Burrata apps. All very good. My GF was on a jag after the first visit, so we returned the next night for a rerun of the scampi, and I had a Caesar w chicken. The bar team has always been professional (and fun) on my numerous visits. Abundant praise for Whitney, Jason, Day, and Luis for their solid service. read more

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It's been a while since I dined in here at Bar Italia and this experience was 10/10. We started off with the fritti misto. I'm always a sucker for calamari. I LOVED that this was served with shrimp AND calamari. The crisp was perfection. I loved the sauces that it was paired with as well- I believe it was marinara and aoli. For my main, I ordered the chicken limone. I loved that they added a small portion of pasta with the chicken limone. The creamy lemon sauce was the perfect balance. The last time I was here, it was only served with arugula, so this was a lovely touch. The service was quick and the ambiance was very chill, dimly lit, and the bar area had sports playing on the TVs. Perfect for a girls night, date night, or a birthday dinner. I'll happily be returning soon for more! read more

Bar Italia - Crispy Chicken Limone - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I typically visit Bar Italia for their happy hour deals. During this visit they were offering $8 martinis and they were delicious and well made. We also had the truffle mushroom and pepperoni pizzas which were very tasty. We sat at the bar which was spacious with indoor and outdoor seating. The servers were nice and accommodating as well. You won't regret giving this place a try. read more

Bar Italia - Limoncello Margarita - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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We came in for dinner and had a decent experience. The restaurant is beautiful and has a great vibe for dinner. Our waitress was very nice. To drink, I got a martini. It was basic, but good. For our entree, we got the rustic bread with whipped ricotta. The bead was fresh and I loved the olive oil and cheese. I do wish the olive oil was served in a more shallow dish to make it easier to dip the bread and get the herbs without drowning in oil. For my entree, I got the mushroom bianco pizza. It was crisp, cheesy, and savory with a good balance of toppings. My boyfriend got the spaghetti bolognese and loved it. While the food was nice, service was very slow. This has been a pattern in my experiences at Bar Italia. I wonder if they are chronically understaffed. Our wait was so long, the manager offered us a free desert. While we appreciated the gesture and the apologies, it was a downside of our experience. I'll definitely be back, but with the expectation that there may be a wait. read more

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Made a reservation for 5:30, ended up getting there a little early. We were sat immediately, sadly we didn't realize happy hour did not extend into the restaurant and was only on the patio. We enjoyed an old fashion and dirty martini. The old fashion was a little too sweet for my boyfriend. The food was delish. Bread service ($6), lasagna and the seasonal creamy lemon pasta. Don't know that we needed bread when it already came with the pasta but super yummy from a local bakery. Our server, can't remember his name, a red haired man, seemed a little off. No smile and not super welcoming. Maybe just an off night. The ambiance was nice except for the rambunctious young family behind us. We will be back to enjoy happy hour on the patio. read more

Bar Italia - Seasonal lemon pasta, lasagna, bread service - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

One of my favorite restaurants here in Winter park. I'm a frequent goer and every time I come here there's never a not good meal. Crispy Chicken Limone- my favorite entree. I also got my parents onto it. So just imagine the waiters face when we ask for 3 of these lol. The country bread with the whipped ricotta was an amazing pairing. I loved how light the ricotta was. The ahi tuna was good! This place is perfect for family dinners, date night or catching up at the bar with friends. read more

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We were seated at a lovely patio table and served good-tasting ice water right away. We ordered the pesto pasta. Served in a garlicky olive oil pesto sauce and garnished with zucchini and sun-dried tomatoes, it was quite tasty. I thought $18 was slightly on the high side for the portion size. The pasta came with a crusty Italian bread that was ever-so-slightly dry on the inside too. We were not offered anything to dip it in, but when our server came after about 15 minutes into our lunch to check on us, and we asked for olive oil and balsamic vinegar, he did bring some for us. read more

Bar Italia - Pesto Genovese - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I made reservations at Bar Italia for a birthday celebration. Once I arrived I was greeted by a friendly hostess who sat me down. The vibe was nice inside, it was dimly lit with candlelight on the table. For an appetizer we ordered the bread with ricotta and some $8 martinis that were made with tequila (sorry I forgot the name of them). The ricotta was airy, whipped, and paired well with the bread it was served on. The martini's were delicious and for $8 a steal, they had the perfect balance of liquor and sweetness. For entrees we ordered from the menu insert, I got the Bucatini with Braised Ribs, Sausage and my friend ordered a Lemon Chicken with salad and Pasta. Both entrees had big portions which was nice and I was able to bring leftovers home. The bucatini was flavorful with tons of meat. The chicken dish was so tender I could cut the chicken with just a fork. For dessert we ordered the Hazelnut Chocolate Cake with a scoop of ice cream. The cake was warm as well as moist. The nuts on top gave the cake a nice texture. Our meal was perfection and the only complaint I had was that it was a little too dark in the dining room but food and service were amazing. read more

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Glad I got to cross this off my Italian foodie list ! I definitely would say that I would favor the drinks they have to offer and thought it was really nice that they had a Valentine's Day menu for all the families and couples that visited their franchise. Don't get the rating wrong , great time , amazing , staff and a good amount of variety and choices on the menu . I ordered the homemade lasagna and it was tasty , but I think my expectations may have been a bit more higher given it being their homemade dish, but I really would live to try all the other options they have on the menu because the pizza looked delicious and I may have to stop in to check that out. And for sure if you're a sweet tea lover like myself , order the peach palmer ! Arnold Palmer with peach crown royal is delicious ! read more

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One of my favorite happy hours in Winter Park! The prices on food and drinks are fantastic and they don't skimp on the portion size. Service was quick and attentive. Even in 55degree weather, the seating on the patio was well-warmed by the multiple heating lamps hanging overhead. Cozy ambiance, delicious food, great prices, and quick service! Monday is happy hour all-day! read more

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Bar Italia in Winter Park is absolutely gorgeous! A lot of light that peeks into the restaurant and the decor is simply superb. Very relaxing and calm atmosphere. The food and service inside and outside is exquisite just as the food is. The food is simply amazing capturing many Italian starters and dishes. From the Ricotta cheese we tasted that paired perfectly with the Italian Wedding Soup. read more

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Service was a little slow when it came to placing our orders and being checked in on. However once we were able to order food came out fast and was very good. Appetizer: rustic bread + whipped ricotta + proscuitto Mains: Spicy Vodka Rigate & Crispy Chicken Limone read more

I really wanted to love Bar Italia, but I'm not sure I'm quite sold on it! We came here with family on a weekend and did have a reservation. There was seating available both inside and outside on a covered patio. We had a bit of a larger group, and there were three infants with us all with strollers. Our table (and the restaurant in general, was not stroller friendly in terms of space available but we made it work. The service was great, our waiter was extremely friendly and was able to answer any questions we had regarding the menu. Our food came out quickly and all made to order. The food is where I feel like it missed the spot, maybe we just ordered the wrong things but we weren't extremely impressed. I felt like for the price of the items, we should have been blown away but it truthfully wasn't anything special. We had ordered the bread and zucchini fries as appetizers and they were both okay. I got a salad and my husband got the lasagna. As a main course I was shocked with how small the salad was. Others at the table ordered salads and we all got chicken on it. The chicken amount for each salad was very inconsistent. My husband husband commented on how the lasagna was "just okay" and left more to be desired. Again the portioning was small and the taste just wasn't there for us. I do want to come back and try it again as we have heard such great things about Bar Italia and do really want to love it! The atmosphere was amazing and the service was impeccable, maybe next time the food will be better for us! read more

I really enjoy Bar Italia! They have a couple locations, but this is the only one I know of in Central FL. Most recently I went for dinner on a Friday night and it was full house, for sure! My friend and I split a salad as an appetizer. It was plenty to share! For my entree I got the spicy rigatoni, which is a fave! It's delicious and has a nice heat , without being overwhelming. Service is good and the restaurant has a modern, yet comfortable feel. I'm always happy to return! read more

I am absolutely loving the new WPV. This has been my first time visiting this area as I had left Orlando prior to the renovations. My husband and I came here the day before Valentine's Day so this place was slammed. Luckily we found a spot right away at the bar for happy hour. Despite the busyness our server was great and food still came out quickly. My favorite was the spicy vodka rigate. I would love to come back for dinner and try their other pastas! Perfect spot for HH/date night and then going to see a movie at the Regal cinema. read more

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My boyfriend and I had a reservation for 8 on a Friday. We were seated right away in a quiet corner. Our server came over right away and provided excellent service throughout our entire meal. We ordered the bread and artichokes for appetizers and both were delicious. For our entrees, we ordered the pesto pasta and the lemon chicken. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the chicken was tender. Service has really improved in the last few months and I highly recommend Bar Italia! read more

Bar Italia - Grilled Country Bread - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Winter Park~ This awesome restaurant is located in WP Village. While WP full of amazing restaurant choices, THIS PLACE IS PERFECTION! The vibe walking in was welcoming and beautiful. There were three of us so we decided to sit, at a high top, in the bar. They have an open atmosphere behind the bar so people out on the patio can enjoy, along with some misters and fans. Cocktails were delicious. I had an old-fashioned, and my lunchmates had an espresso martini, and a Bellini. The espresso martini was perfectly crafted, and my hat goes off to the bartender!! Entrees include a Chicken Limone dish that was crispy, lemony and well balanced with just the right amount of pasta and arugula. We also had a pizza, half margarita and half pepperoni. Thin crust, just like my lunchmate likes it. I opted for the Italian wedding soup with crusty bread. The bread was actually the stand out on this entrée. I was a little disappointed in the fact that everything that I wanted on the menu had something spicy attached to it, and there was nothing they could do to remove the peppers. That's the only reason I went with the soup. I probably would not recommend that entrée. It was a little bit watered down, but had plenty of vegetables. Overall, I would definitely come back and try a dinner entrée! In fact, I'm looking forward to it. read more

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I love Bar Italia. The ambiance has an obvious New York style and the bar doubles as an inside and outside bar. This time I had server, Maddie, who was excellent. She was really sweet and attentive. Our orders came out correctly and the kitchen prepared the food very well and it was absolutely delicious. You can taste how fresh everything is. And i finished up the meal with my favorite, the Affogato. I will forever be a returning customer. Pro tip: there is a free valet outside the establishment as well read more

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Came for a birthday dinner and had a good time. Service was pretty slow, and I ordered a glass of wine which was completely forgotten until we ordered it again. The food was delicious, and they have NA wine on their menu which is always a + for me. The restaurant is instagramable and is always busy. read more

Bar Italia - Short Rib Garganelli - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

This is the second I've been, I enjoy the food. I'm a fan of the zucchini fries and the lemon aioli it comes with. Today I tried the Hot beef sandwich, made with braised short rib, and a horseradish aioli spread that fully compliments the sandwich and an au jus for dipping. The bread it came on was good but on a thicker side so slightly takes away from the sandwich but overall it was good. The house fried chips are good too. The service is great, friendly and the recommendation they provide is spot on. The ambiance is casual and lighting for a date night, or lunch with a friend for any occasion. read more

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Absolutely amazing. Bar Italia blew me away. I got the spicy pasta with grilled chicken, and I'm still thinking about it -- perfectly cooked, flavorful, and the right amount of heat. The bread alone makes my mouth water just looking back at it -- so fresh, crispy, and buttery with that creamy cheese on top. Everything tasted high quality and well balanced. The service was great, the ambiance felt upscale but relaxed, and honestly, it's one of those meals you remember. I'll 100% be back soon. read more

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Bar Italia offers a beautiful, neutral aesthetic that feels both inviting and refined. The lasagna was flavorful and satisfying, though I probably should have asked about portion size, it was quite large and could easily have been shared between two people. Service was attentive and kind, but the pacing of the meal felt rushed. Our main course arrived before we had finished the appetizer, and the check was presented before we were done with our last glass of wine. Since we arrived at 5 pm when the restaurant was less than half full, it felt a bit premature. Overall, the food and atmosphere were lovely, but I would have preferred a more relaxed dining experience to fully enjoy it. read more

Bar Italia - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I love it here and highly recommend for happy hour or dinner! I have gone for both and Bar Italia has never disappointed. During my last visit, I got the bolognese with gluten free pasta and it was delicious. The vibes are also great inside and it's super cute. They take reservations for big parties and service is usually good. Be prepared to save time for parking if you don't use the valet service. read more

Bar Italia - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Happy hour is on point at Bar Italia! Great food and drink offerings with reasonable prices for HH! Pizza is tasty and great to share. Drinks were delicious! I tried the sangria and old fashioned. Try to get there by 5, it gets busy. Plenty of parking, although you may have to walk further to the restaurant because there are many restaurants and shops there. Service was good too. read more

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Great experience! Went for the $12 pasta and will be going back for the full menu! The short ribs was tender and perfectly cooked read more

Bar Italia - Short Rib Garganelli - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Bar Italia has a great happy hour but dont sleep on their regular menu. I brought my dad out to dinner when he was in town visiting and we had a great meal. I was disappointed they took the arancini off the menu, that was one of my favorites, but still plenty of great eats. read more

Bar Italia - Hugo spritz - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Went here to celebrate my friend's birthday! I ordered the spicy vodka rigatoni and it was perfectly cooked, rich, and had just the right amount of heat. The sauce was creamy without being heavy and packed with flavor. The vibe inside is cozy but elevated. Perfect for a celebration meal. Service was great, she recommended the Fritti Misto as a starter and it was delicious! read more

Bar Italia - Spicy Vodka Rigate - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I've been to Bar Italia a couple of times. The restaurant is very spacious and perfect for a date night. The servers have always had great recommendations. They're patient and don't rush you. This time we went for lunch and ordered the zucchini fritti, so good and perfect for sharing with the table. I had the grilled lemon chicken sandwich, the seasoning on the chicken was perfect. The bread is very thick and a little dry- next time I would ask for more sauce on the side. Overall a nice restaurant in Winter Park Village. I recommend it! read more

Bar Italia - ZUCCHINI FRITTI fried zucchini straws, lemon aioli, marinara, parmesan - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Fresh ingredients, especially the pasta. Had the tricolor pizza, absolutely delicious, MUST GET! Bread and whipped ricotta is also better than you'd even imagine. Atmosphere is vibrant, loud, but also very chill. Great place to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with friends. They also have excellent cocktails. Service is extremely professional! Would recommend this place to anyone looking for some yummy Italian food before a night out in Winter Park. read more

Bar Italia - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I will say first and foremost, the customer service was amazing but ultimately the dining experience was regrettable. I started of with the short rib arancini and it was bland and almost zero short rib. The server was super attentive and she took it away. I decided to get the Caesar salad with the salmon as an added protein and my companion decided on the tuna tartare. Things took a turn for the worst at this point. The tuna tartare should have never left the kitchen and made it to our table. It was grey in color and visibly unsuitable to be served or consumed. Then for my salad, the salmon was very under cooked. When the server came to check on us she immediately recognized the problem and rushed to get things corrected. The manager came by and was deeply apologetic and very kind. He comped us a round of drinks and we decided to make one more attempt at a meal. We both ordered pepperoni pizza and we also had an order of the zucchini fritti. Those selections were satisfactory but at this point I was just famished and wanted to eat and not send anything back to the kitchen. In conclusion, the manager and the server were fantastic but being served food that could've made us ill is not an experience I would return for. read more

Bar Italia - Caesar Salad with Salmon - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I've been here several times, and both the service and food are always a hit. I love their menu, the vibrant ambiance, and the cocktails. It's such a fun spot for happy hour, lunch with colleagues, or a date night. Everything I've tried has been amazing, and their pizzas are a standout favorite for me. read more

Bar Italia - Ricotta app. Perfection! - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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The food here is incredible. Special occasion? I'm here. Whenever I have friends visit Orlando, THIS is where I take them. I'm Gluten Free and struggle to find good pasta but this GF pasta is incredible. The ambiance is also perfect (in my opinion) because it is semi-casual, with an open kitchen, but also has the bar top with sports on the screens! I truly think it's a place for anyone. Parking can suck since it's in the WP plaza so plan ahead. And expect a wait if you don't make a reservation because it's just that good. read more

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Consistently good food and a go to team lunch spot. Service could be better (even when it is not busy it is hard to get someone's attention) but the waiters are friendly and not rude. The space is fairly loud but not so loud that you can't hear the people you are with. I recommend the Chicken Parm or Spicy Tricolore Pizza. The pizza salad lunch combo is also a solid option. read more

We visited bar italia on a Sunday afternoon. We had been looking for breakfast, but unfortunately we forgot it was Father's Day so we were desperate and they took us in. The inside of this place is pretty nice, their design looks intentional and the seating is comfy. To drink, I got an aperol spritz and my companion got a limoncello margarita. Both drinks were good, the margarita was definitely a generous pour. To eat, I got the short rib garganelli and my companion got the snapper picatta. We were underwhelmed by the portion size on both of them. The garganelli was mostly butter/sauce with some pasta, mushrooms, and a liiiiittle bit of short rib mixed in. The pasta is made in house, and the texture was lovely, but I really wish it had had more short rib. The sauce was good when I used the bread to soak it up. My companion's serving was also a little small. The fillet wasn't quite big enough to fill someone up, but it was very crispy and well executed flavor wise. I think that bar italia is an awesome spot for drinks and maybe appetizers, but I wouldn't recommend this place for a meal. We both left not quite as full as we wanted to be for the price. I'd definitely go back to the bar for a drink, but I'll pass on the pasta next time. read more

Bar Italia - Short Rib Garganelli - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

If you haven't been here RUN here! The pizzas are absolutely delicious! Every Wednesday they have $8 martinis make sure to try the pepperoni pizza. The service is always great! And of course it gives you a little piece of Italy with the ambience read more

We usually hit the Marlin Bar to pre game with cocktails and apps. We were undecided where to eat dinner. We've always seen Bar Italia but never tried it, so we said why not let's give it a go. One of my favorite dishes is carpaccio and the one at Bar Italia hit the spot it was amazing. For dinner I had the short ribs with pasta it was delicious truly felt like comport food. The daughter had the chicken marsala which she loved. The Mrs. Had the tuna app and didn't care for it. Both of them dove into my dish which they both loved. I should have ordered a second. For desert we had the affogato and tiramisu the girls loved the affogato and I had the tiramisu I didn't care for the nuts on to of it but the tiramisu was excellent. Looking forward to going back and trying the rest of the menu. read more

Bar Italia - Carpaccio - Italian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Was here to celebrate my youngest's birthday and she wanted some carpaccio and burrata so this is where we ended up. They acknowledged her birthday when we first arrived and had us seated right away. It was a little dark in the dining room, but just used phone lights as needed. The server was very friendly and the food all came out quickly. I also did the carpaccio and Italian wedding soup for my meal and both were really good. The soup was not what I have typically had previously, but it had good flavor. Another Italian spot to add to our rotation when we have time to eat out. read more