CHICAGO DEEP DISH !!! It's the real deal folks... if you have ever been to chi town or had a real deep dish Chicago pizza and are looking to find somewhere local to get one this is the spot. All the other food is awesome too as well as Great service ! read more

Il Baretto - Stuffed Deep Dish Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Plantation, Florida

I echo the others about the charming atmosphere. I was especially impressed with the open kitchen - it's very cool to be able to (sort of) see the food being cooked right in front of you. I enjoyed the pizza but should have asked if I could add toppings. Unfortunately the option is not printed on the menu, and I believe it should be. Or a chicken caprese. Or the option of pesto as a pizza sauce. The crust was very good. Wish there was more basil though. MH had the steak, which came with spinach and fries. It was good, but everything on his plate was very heavily salted. Good thing it wasn't my plate b/c I can't have that much salt. And of course you can't mention that first time upfront at any restaurant without running the risk that the dish would be completely underseasoned. The chef definitely had a heavy hand. I wanted to order the meatballs (luckily for me, all beef, fyi) but was glad afterwards that I didn't given the salt situation. Would have hated being more disappointed. Even the spinach was way too salty. The meat was cooked well. Waitstaff very nice and responsive, even with a busy room both inside and outside. I would like to go back, but would mention the salt before ordering. read more

I highly recommend this restaurant, whether you just order a pizza or one of their pasta dishes. The food is authentic Italian, and they prepare it exactly as you ask them to. Service is excellent. We asked our server to give us a few minutes to chat with our friends who we had not seen since pre-pandemic, and he knew just when to return. Food was served hot, and it was delicious. We ordered a calamari appetizer and two large piZia's. All were prepared according to our request. If you have not tried this place, you are missing out. Go this weekend. You can thank me later. read more

If you're looking for an authentic, delicious Italian meal then look no further than Barretto! I absolutely love this restaurant and make sure to stop by every time I visit home. Since visiting Italy two years ago I have been dying for some quality pasta and Baretto delivers every time. The restaurant is quaint and homey, and the servers are so friendly. The food is delicious and I honestly will continue going here for years to come. Try their Four Cheese gnocchi or Penne Ala Vodka pasta. The bruschetta is also to die for. read more

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Such a cute restaurant! I really wanted to write a good review for them. But, sorry, I have to give them 2 stars. When you entered the restaurant, you smell the cleaner (bleach). That was very disappointing. I want to smell delicious food instead of the bleach. The price was reasonable, and presentation of the food is good. But, the pizza tasted like "frozen" pizza, and the pasta was below average - something I can make at home. There were two people in the kitchen but only one elder waiter was running around. There were about 4 other tables besides us, and one was a big group...and he simply couldn't do manage all by himself. We waited for a long time to get our service. I hope they will hire more people so he doesn't need to be the only one person to do everything. I really hope they will improve their food and quality of their service. read more

Best garlic rolls in town and one of my favorite Italian spots. I always order to go and everything reheats so well, it's amazing.

We discovered this tiny, but cute eatery in our neighborhood plaza. Despite the decor and furniture all being from IKEA, the menu looked decent and they made fresh pastas, something we don't find at other local Italian places often. Went back for dinner to try the fresh pastas. The server was pleasant and his Italian accent was a plus :) We tried the truffle, arugula, mushroom pizza. The pizza was light and tasty. We could taste the goat cheese, but the truffle was not prevalent. We ordered three past dishes, the eggplant caponata, the Alfredo and the Seafood. The fresh pastas delivers on texture and taste. The sauces were well seasoned. The seafood pasta, however, was disappointing. Four out of my six mussels were empty, the clams were microscopic and the calamari was cut into huge chunks, making it rubbery and hard to eat. I told our server Paul, who said he would tell the chef. Paul offered the three of us a small tiramisu as a consolation. Overall, the service was good, the food we tried was decent. read more

Il Baretto - Pizza Near Me - Plantation, Florida

Went to this restaurant after reading an article about how great it was. Ordered two things from their monthly special menu. One was pear and smoked Gouda little pasta purses. It was just ok. I also ordered the filet mignon with rigatoni in a mustard and mushroom cream sauce. Mustard flavor was very strong, filet mignon was definitely not a filet mignon cut. It was more like a tough sirloin. This was addressed with the server who simply shrugged as if it was no big deal. The manager followed the same cue. Waste of $42. Definitely no where close to what I was expecting in a highly rated restaurant. We did also order the deep dish pizza, this was good and very cheesy. Restaurant is small and cozy but honestly would not return. read more

What a wonderful dining experience! The owner and staff were very personable and explained the whole process of their home style sauce. The pasta and personal pizzas were delicious as was the tiramisu. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thank you. read more

The food is great!! The chicago style pizza is phenomenal. The service is also great, they make you feel like family

As far as deep dish pizzas go, this is my favorite in south Florida. I've tried a few others, good ones too, but few left me wanting to come back more than here. I have not tried other menu items but look forward to eventually. Highly recommend. Also, fantastic friendly service. Meeting the owner was definitely a plus. read more

Looking for a good pizza place. I'm still looking. Haha but seriously, $30 for a thin crust margarita pie? It wasn't worth 30, crust wasn't crispy, sauce was salty overpowering basil and garlic. On a good note, the calamari wasn't too bad. read more

The food is spectacular and the customer service is equally as amazing. This truly felt like a hole in the wall in Italy with the homey vibe. Can't wait to try more items on the menu. read more

I ordered two thin crust pizzas last night for takeout. While I was waiting for the pizzas to finish, I had a nice conversation with the owners who are also from Chicago, both were very nice & helpful. All COVID protocols were being followed in the restaurant. Both pizzas were outstanding. This is by far the best "Chicago Tavern Style" pizza I have found in my five years in Broward. Plenty of cheese, sauce, protein & veggies, and each were cooked to perfection. The chef's special roasted red pepper tapenade compliments the pizza very well, don't forget to add some to your order. This is a very nice hidden gem and I will definitely be back soon! Thank you again!! read more

I saw this place pop up recently on Door Dash when I was looking for another different restaurant and the menu looked appealing. Last night I decided to give it a try and ordered their Chicago styled deep dish stuffed pizza. I wish I came here sooner. This was the best deep dish pizza I have ever had. It's well worth the wait of one hour in ten minutes. As I sit here the very next day breaking my no leftovers rule, I am excited to find out about the rest of the menu that caught my eye. read more

The food is so good here. Probably one of the better Italian restaurants in the area. But they really need to do something about that waiter. I've never met someone in the hospitality business with the worst attitude in a fancy restaurant. If you hate your job so much, quit!! Shame the owner. Really hurts the business.....good food bad service. read more

We love coming to Il Baretto for practically everything on the menu, including the deep dish pizzas which are such a wonderful find especially here in South Florida. The pizza is unique flavorful, and one pie easily can feed a whole family which is so worth it and so delicious. read more

Food is very good, best Italian in plantation! Ordered a chicken Alfredo pasta and devoured the plate in seconds!

Excellent food, nice staff. One of the better places to eat in Plantation. Pizza is well done and good.

Amazing place. Real italian food. Delicious pizza. Friendly staff and great atmosphere

My mother and I just visited for the first time. The food was amazing and the service was excellent!

I have never been to this restaurant, but ordered a simple spaghetti and meatballs last night through Uber Eats. My simple, spaghetti and meatballs (Create your own pasta dish) was actually the most delicious meal I've had in ages! Ordered the large planning to make two meals of it, and found myself scraping the plate! Will definitely be ordering from there often and highly recommend! read more

Great service by Deisy! Ordered the chicken parm And it was really good! Nice family owned restaurant with good ambience! read more

Love this place! Was introduce to it by a good friend who has been here several time and constantly would rave about their Chicago style pizza ,invited me for lunch a month ago to try their for which we tried the Margherita and was instantly hooked. since then I have been here 2 more times, I drive from Miami and every time I've eaten here it never disappoints. The food , service is superb. The owner is always on site she is sweet, attentive , and splendid to talk . From the menus I have had baked clams, lasagna, chicken wings, and other Chicago style pizza such as veggie and meatza - exceptional! Leave room for dessert and trythe tiramisu it is to die for was recommend by owner and regular customer dining on my last visit . Basically Can't say enough about this place . Can't wait to visit again read more

First time eating their food but I always see people coming and going from their restaurant. I ordered the meatballs, they were great and my kids loved them. I also got meat pizza which was thin crust and delicious. Finally, I also got the chicken bites, another favorite of my kids. read more

I recently had my first experience with this hidden gem. We started with the calamari. They were perfectly seasoned and lightly dusted with a coating before frying. They were fresh, tender, cooked just right, and delicious! For our entree we built our own deep dish pizza. It was amazing! The crust on the bottom and sides was firm and crisp as it held the mounds of toppings and cheese in place for our delight. In addition, the servers worked as a team and the owner stopped by every table to ensure customer satisfaction. It is a small cozy space that we will definitely visit again. I cannot wait to try other items on the menu! read more

It's a very cute place and they made an effort to make it look authentic but my chicken parmigiana missed the spot. Meat was sinewy, cheese didn't cover the whole meat and the whole thing didn't taste fresh. read more

Il Baretto is so phenomenal ! I have yet to have a meal I did not enjoy! The service is always top tier and at the ready. I can tell you the open kitchen is quite elegant and surprisingly quiet. This hidden gem is a special breed of restaurant that pleases all the senses. I will definitely be coming back. read more

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Omg - I had never imagined this would be such a find. The food and service are amazing. Homemade pasta and recipes are exquisite with unique ingredients. Definitely added to my local favorites in the Plantation/Davie area. read more

We walked in from the Residence Inn around the corner. II Baretto is tucked away in a corner between two buildings and we were skeptical. No longer! The interior is homey and well done, and the food was show-stopper quality. From the fresh light salad with the just right Balsamic vinegar dressing (don't ruin it by adding other dressings!) to the amazing thin crust pizza, the presentation, taste and service were superb. This place is truly a hidden gem. And a shoutout to our server whose name I can't remember, but she down-sold us on the pizza size and was spot on. A medium was more than enough for 2 of us. This is an establishment that takes pride in their food, presentation and service. I'd almost make a trip to Florida again for another serving! read more

Very cute place. Small and intimate nothing fancy at all. Was in from NY and tried this place after reading reviews. Going to be honest pizza was good but not NY good. Dough is not the same. The pasta dishes were amazing!!!!! Food was definitely all fresh. The service was very good. FYI they only serve wine. I would definitely eat hear again. read more

The food was AMAZING!!!! It's real Italian Food! The ingredients they used cooking were excellent quality! We hope to come back again. read more

Love the pizza. My first time ordering and I purchased a large cheese pizza which was delicious . Will definitely be back

Excellent customer service. We had been wanting to eat at this restaurant after reading a positive review. I called to make a reservation for the same day and no seating was available. Daisy took down my number and said she would see what she could do. A few minutes later, she called back and was able to accommodate us. That is top notch service! The stuffed clam and arancini appetizers were fantastic. The deep dish pizza was superb, and the pasta dishes were great as well. They also have a nice selection of wine. Will definitely be returning. read more

Literally the worst pizza and flavorless pasta in South Florida, would much much rather have noodles and company and or Little Cesar's (yes Little Cesar's, which I would never eat either). The owner admitted he does not know the difference between a mageherita pizza and a regular cheese pizza. On top of that the cheese pizza is not good either. Customer service was really bad as well, argued with my wife on what a margherita. He clearly has never worked at a pizza or Italian restaurant. read more

Il Baretto - The Margherita pizza at Il Baretto. Aka a basic cheese pizza that did not have good flavors. - Pizza Near Me - Plantation, Florida

One of the best, if not the best, and closest to authentic Italian pies I've had in S Florida. Very fresh, high quality (read: tasty!) ingredients. No fluff, no over saucing. Simple & high quality, and simply put, that is how I like them. Will go back to try more items. Could be a big *****. read more

New owners at Il Baretto, a small cozy Italian Restaurant, across University from Westfield Mall. Near Jade Garden, The BackStore. University and Broward. Very cozy and nice. They are in a corner and a little hidden but worth finding. Great pizza, homemade pasta, roasted garlic with hot rolls. Starting new in this Covid mess. This is a cute, cozy place worth the visit. They play great Italian music also. They also do takeout. The new owners are very nice and the food, wine and beer are great. read more

LOVED this little Italian spot! We were looking for a new spot for dinner and came across Il Baretto on Yelp. We made reservations and came for dinner. This is a little spot located in Plantation inside of a shopping plaza. When we arrived, we were seated immediately. The waiter came by told us the specials and gave us recommendations. We ordered the Carpaccio Di Filetto as our appetizer and our friends ordered the caprese pizza to start. The carpaccio came with baby arugula, shaved parmesan, and fresh mushrooms. The pizza came out with it and it was big! The pizza was perfectly crispy and full of toppings. There we definitely slices to pack and take home. When it came to entrees the waiter recommended the lasagna so one of us ordered that, the spaghetti carbonara, and the linguini with clams. The lasagna was a hit. My friend said it was delicious and ate the whole thing. The carbonara I'd say is one of the best I've ever had. It was perfectly creamy and full of flavor (dying to return to have this again). My boyfriend also really enjoyed the linguini with clams as well and raved out it. We did not have room for dessert, but they did bring us some chocolate to try and to satisfy the sweet tooth a bit. Overall, we had a great experience here and we will be returning. Usually, the little family owned places are the best, and this restaurant shows just that. If you are ever in the area and enjoy Italian food, do yourself a favor and dine here! read more

Excellent home-made snapper ravioli, would recommend to anyone in the mood for fine Italian dining!

Very delicious, very authentic . Loved the oysters , packer with flavor. Service was outstanding.