We ordered the baked ziti for pick up. The baked ziti came with side salad and 3 garlic knots…read more First of all we live 3 miles away but the ziti was piping hot which is great for those that might have a longer drive. It looked and tasted delicious the garlic knots complimented the pasta perfectly. The portion was generous enough for leftovers. The salad was great also complimented the entire meal. I am very excited to try some of their other entrees and pizza.

Ordered for delivery. Fresh and flavorful, a hidden gem…read more Our new goto for homemade Italian when eating out. Each portion will cover a couple meals, looking forward to try more items on the menu. Chicken parm and piccata hit the mark, garlic knots, salad, soup so fresh. Meal delivered when promised, exceeded our expectations!

Out on the outskirts of Citrus Hills and Inverness is the little town of Hernando..there are a few…read moreplaces to grab a bite and La Pergola is one of them..they are located in a strip plaza on the main road. They have an entrance for take out and also for dining in. I was greeted and seated right away when I entered. They have a nice sized dining room.. drink order was taken and wow, they have quite a menu and most of the meals serve, Garlic Knots and a Salad with your meal which is very nice. My order was taken and salads were served. They have a nice Italian dressing they make in house...Garlic Knots were served and they were hot and delicious. I ordered Chicken Franchese and Penne with Marinara for my side, they also offer fried and veggies as a chicken as well. They serve Coke products..The food there is very good, only thing on the Franchese, I would like to see it thinner filet and pounded.. ...I have been to their other location a few times and it did not disappoint! Ordered a piece of Chocolate Mousse Pie to go and a family member ate it and said it was very good..I will be back to try some of the other choices they have on their menu too!

The food was excellent! We had a large crowd and they accommodated us very well. Absolutely…read moreeveryone loved the pizza and side dishes.

Always such a lovely time at Marcelina's. The food is delicious, always served super hot -as…read moredelicious food should be served. Highly recommend if you are looking for exceptional food, and nice ambiance.

We've been looking for a nice Italian restaurant and recently took a chance on Marcelina's. Wish…read morethere were 1/2 points as our experience wasn't a 4, but 3 feels low - 3.5 is where we're at. The interior decor is dark with lots of red and pink lights on walls and ceiling, and individual table lamps so you can read menu. And as soon as we walked in, the garlic aroma enveloped us. 2 servers directed us to a table and then another server showed up to take our order. We had difficulty talking with the servers as the volume of music was high, but they did turn it down when we requested. Portions were large, but i was disappointed with the pasta on my dish. There was a large clump that was stuck together (see photo) and it made that portion of my meal offputting. I showed the pasta to the server who came to clear the table and they offered to get me a new portion of pasta which i declined.

Great service and the time they tell you your order will be ready is spot on, their desserts are…read moreoff the chart delicious

I was excited to try the brick oven pizza here, but unfortunately it didn't quite live up to my…read moreexpectations. My pizza came out with burnt edges, and overall I felt it was only slightly better than the Tony's frozen pizza brand I've had from the grocery store. The atmosphere was also not what I expected for a pizza outing. This is more of a cafeteria-style setup where you order at the counter rather than having table service. If you're looking for a casual quick meal, that may be fine, but it didn't have the cozy pizza restaurant feel I was hoping for. Also, don't come expecting to enjoy a glass of wine or a beer with your pizza -- there is no alcohol available. The drink selection is limited to bottled non-alcoholic options and fountain drinks. I appreciate the concept of brick oven pizza, but based on my experience, I was expecting more in terms of flavor, atmosphere, and overall experience.

We showed up an hour after they were open on a Saturday, and still got seated immediately. The…read moreweather was gorgeous and our server, Courtney was great. She came over frequently and our drinks and food all came out fast! My only complaint is the prices; I get that it's on the water and it's beautiful, but we were sitting at a table outside with ants covering everything and paying $7 for a virgin pina colada's and $4 for a soda. I digress... we started with the gator dip and loved it! Kiddo enjoyed the Philly with fries. Hubby liked the gator wrap and I enjoyed the fish tacos with Mac n cheese. Portions were big, atmosphere was great. Courtney was great. A solid stop if you're in the area and willing to spend some money.

If you're looking for that classic Old Florida experience, Swampy's is a great spot. The restaurant…read moresits right along the beautiful Rainbow River, and the view is absolutely spectacular. The river is so crystal clear, and there's something really peaceful about sitting outside and watching the water go by. The food was great, as it always is, and their shrimp ceviche is my absolute favorite item on the menu! It's always a must-order for me. I wasn't overly impressed with the Bloody Mary this time, but everything else was wonderful. We enjoyed a peaceful day on the river, sitting out on the patio, enjoying the scenery, and even visiting with the resident kitty. ‍ Definitely a great place to relax, enjoy some good food, and soak up a little bit of Old Florida charm!

Went here for a birthday treat today and enjoyed my lunch so much that I just had to review. We…read morewere greeted and seated immediately, and served hot home made bread, it was so good. My sister got pasta with a hearty meat sauce and lots of cheese. I started with these pepperoni pin wheels, so yummy and I had the steak sandwich with peppers & onions, the roll was nice and toasted not soggy like some other places the peppers and onions were cooked perfectly and they didn't skimp on the steak. I got a complimentary cannoli for my birthday plus we had the Spumoni that was good also. I have had take out pizza from here which is the finest I have had This is a lovely , quiet and comfortable environment we loved the ambiance of it all. The server was excellent and the owner even came by and said hello. Try this place you will be glad you did.

Wow, what an experience... and not in a good way…read more I believe the place is called Stinky Rose or Mariana's--either way, I won't be back. To start with the positives: our server was kind, attentive, and clearly trying his best. The pizza itself was actually pretty good--I'd give it an 8/10. Unfortunately, everything else completely missed the mark. A spider literally ran across a slice of pizza at our table (this wasn't even a full pie--just a $4 slice). When we asked to speak with a manager, the owner came over and immediately acted like we were making it up. There was no apology, no concern, and no effort to make the situation right. She simply said, "oh... really, okay," picked up the plate, and walked away. There was no follow-up or resolution, and we were later brought a bill that still included the slice. We even tried to locate the spider to show we weren't lying--that's how dismissive the interaction felt. When I asked the owner whether she intended to still charge for the slice she had taken, she responded while walking away, "Do you want that or it taken off?" The tone and attitude were dismissive and unprofessional. At that point, it wasn't even about the slice--it was the complete lack of basic customer service. Had the situation been handled with even minimal professionalism, we likely would have paid and left without issue. On top of that, the seafood linguini was disappointing--no flavor, no garlic, very small portions of seafood that tasted frozen, and empty clam shells. Overall: * Pizza: good * Server: great * Owner: very poor experience * Food (outside of pizza): disappointing The rest of the staff was friendly, and it seems like this place has potential. We had heard good things about the pizza and made the drive to try it, which makes the experience even more disappointing. With some improvements--especially in how issues are handled--it could be a much better experience. I would not return and will be choosing other Italian options moving forward.

Small, simple, truly Italian restaurant that offers real Italian pasta, large portions, friendly &…read morequick service at affordable prices. Pizza, too! Also, they have delicious olive oil and have a garden from which you can buy an olive tree to plant.

As always thus is one of our Top Spots for Italian!! Always amazing service, friendly staff. And…read morethey remember you!! We recently started bring church family there , and it has quickly become a favorite.Food you can't go wrong with anything ypu eat, qe switch it up from time to time between dinners and pizza. The atmosphere there always has that old school italian spot vibe. Definitely a MUST DO when in Gainesville!!

Great local spot that tries very hard to please. Fresh bread to start the meal is super tasty and…read morethe prices for entrees are super reasonable 20-30. Have been twice and can say the food was super consistent both times. Try the pizza and an entree to get best of both worlds! Will come back again!

My family visited this restaurant after a swim meet to refuel with some pasta. The restaurant…read moreexudes an Italian charm with its beautifully decorated ambiance and cozy nooks that offer a more intimate dining experience. We gave it a solid 5 stars for the ambiance and service. The server was busy but consistently ensured that we had everything we needed. We ordered a variety of dishes, including Chicken Milano, Lasagna, and Lobster Ravioli. While none of the dishes were particularly bad, they also didn't stand out as exceptional. We'd give food a 3-star rating overall. We'll definitely be back to try again, understanding that dining experiences can vary greatly depending on the staff and kitchen. The restaurant did enough right to warrant another visit. I highly recommend giving it a try as well.

Great food! (Good portions) Great service!…read moreNice location! Decent prices. A successful restaurant will have 3 things. A good meal at a fair price with good service. Moschello's is a successful restaurant because it has these 3 at a fair price. 4 of us dined there this evening and we all had a different meal. Calzone, lasagna, eggplant Parmesan ... and pizza. Great pizza too. Every meal was very satisfying. an additional note .. the busser, Andrew is to be commended.. Great young man. Very polite and very respectful. He continued to refer to me as "sir". Must have great parenting. The female server was the only server in a crowed place and she hustled. Very hard working your lady. Great job. We are going back for more. You should too. Bob

Surprised by how wonderful everything tasted here. Very friendly service and sweet small town feel…read morein this place. The Stromboli was to die for. My wife had a full on vegetarian slice with white sauce and let me sample. Tremendous flavor combo. Sensational price point for this restaurant. I full recommend it.

A Wonderful First Visit…read more This was our first time visiting Papa Joe's with my family, and we couldn't have been more impressed! My barber recommended this place, and we're so glad we took his advice. From the moment we walked in, we loved the beautiful décor, welcoming ambiance, and how clean and well-maintained everything was. The service was excellent, and the staff was incredibly friendly, patient, and professional. The menu had something for everyone in our family, including our picky eaters, and the food was absolutely delicious! We especially appreciated that we were never rushed and could take our time enjoying our meal together. Another big plus was how welcoming they were to our service dog. That kindness means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate it. Overall, Papa Joe's exceeded our expectations. Great food, a beautiful atmosphere, outstanding service, and a welcoming environment for the whole family. We will definitely be back! Highly recommended!

First time coming and inside it kind of reminds me of an Olive Garden. The service was great and…read morethe food was fab haha I got the spaghetti and calamari which I probably should've got the spice to. It comes with garlic butter sauce or marinara. If you get garlic butter I subject at least a little spice 'cause there's really no flavor otherwise. I will say the calamari was cooked well Above all else keep it up Joe! Is what I WOULD'VE said IF I hadn't gotten food poising the next morning. I'm assuming from the calamari. Could be my mistake for ordering Seafood at an Italian restaurant, but I like to live on the edge. Though if it's on the menu... LEARN HOW TO COOK IT RIGHT 'cause clearly SOMONE didn't cook it well at ALL! Therefore sorry taking off 2 stars from what would've been 5! smh DO BETTER JOE!