New York Pizza Plus

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!!

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Sangria'

Pomodoro Cafe

3.9(352 reviews)

8.1 mi

Absolutely fantastic. Whoever is looking for an authentic Italian cuisine…read more Chefe Carmine receives fresh pasta and fish from Italy, weekly. You must try MAMA RED SAUCE. Mede beef best tomato sauce you will ever have. Trust me.

I ordered the Grouper Piccata, and from the very first bite, it was evident that this was not a…read moremeal designed for speed or mass production. The fish was tender, perfectly cooked, and complemented beautifully by a delicate lemon butter sauce with capers that added just the right balance of brightness and flavor. The pasta was rich, comforting, and generously portioned, making the dish both satisfying and memorable. Alongside it, I had the opportunity to try the Mama's Lasagna, and it truly lived up to its name. Every layer tasted as though it came straight from a family kitchen rather than a commercial chain restaurant. Rich tomato sauce, melted cheese, and hearty flavors combined to create that unmistakable feeling of homemade comfort food. To finish, I enjoyed a classic Tiramisu paired with a perfectly pulled espresso. What stood out just as much as the food was the overall experience. The wait time was very reasonable, the service was warm and attentive, and our waitress was genuinely welcoming throughout the evening. The portions were generous, the prices were fair, and every dish reflected care and attention to detail. In a world increasingly dominated by corporate dining concepts, it is refreshing to find a restaurant that still serves food with authenticity, tradition, and soul. If you are looking for honest Italian comfort food, generous portions, excellent value, and a dining experience that feels personal rather than commercial, this is absolutely a place worth visiting. I will gladly return.

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Villaggio's Pizzeria

4.5(126 reviews)

12.1 mi

This unassuming little old style Italian pizzeria packs a whole lot of traditional flavor into…read moretheir dishes. Friendly service. Seating or counter service. Family owned. The lasagna pizza was phenomenal. Nice thin crust with a good crisp, and perfect sauciness and cheesiness. The meatball sub was also delicious. The hoagie roll was soft and doughy, the sauce full of flavor, and the meatballs were a great density. We drove out here from Gainesville and would definitely make our way back.

This is the only true NY style pizza place I've had in Gainesville. This pizza tastes like home. So…read moregood and affordable. We got the white pizza and a cheese. Both were simple, thin, hot and exactly what I've been missing.

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Scuola Pizza

4.4(131 reviews)

10.4 mi

updated review here…read more. So glad to see this restaurant doing so well, their menu has grown from when we last ate here. We met some friends here for dinner and they love it.from the friendly attentive staff, the atmosphere of the restaurant is very unique , and i always find something new on the walls to stare at or at least ask about or take a photo of. We opted to try the pizza we got a prosciutto pizzs and the athena pizza Both were very rich in taste and ingredients. We all ended up bringing some leftovers home. Definietely worth the visit!! And its in my neighborhood, making it that much more convenient.

Reserved seating for 6 for a Saturday lunch and had great table service from Seth. The owners…read morevisited us as well to ask how our food was and everything was top-notch. We ordered several pizzas (1 garlic 16", 1 two-topping 12" with prosciutto + roasted garlic, 1 Hawaiian 12", 1 pita pizza with ham) plus ravioli fritti appetizer and steak pesto. Pizzas were excellent , steak was soft / medium well as I requested, and ravioli was deliciously crunchy - a crowd pleaser. The others had never tried Scuola before and now they'll all be back for the great food , friendly service, as well as chill ambiance of the place. Highly recommend visiting during lunch time since it's not too crowded and still quiet enough to hear one another at a table. The owner stopped by our table before we left and graciously offered to take a photo for us so thank you for that. Always a pleasure to meet the management. Pricing was fair considering the large portions and quality of the food. We had separate checks so our share of the food (including a to go order of Chicken Souvlaki and Kokkinisto!) was about $125 with generous tip. Free parking lot outside the restaurant is shared but there were still many spots to choose from. We'll certainly be back again ^_^ !!

Entry Lobby

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House Salad

Superette

4.1(135 reviews)

13.8 mi

I appreciate the quality ingredients, friendly server and local ownership…read more My first weekday brunch visit so far went very well. A friend had the burger with fries and a side salad, which he found very satisfying and filling. I had the Lebanese Hash which was delicious though not as big as you'd get at another brunch diner. Still I was full and happy, not stuffed and drowsy when done.

I have not reviewed anything on Yelp in a long, long time. I have now eaten here three times and…read morethe food quality, taste, and consistency is absolutely terrific. In my previous reviews I Utilized a Good, Bad, and Ugly rating scale. I really like most everything about Superette. The staff are very eclectic and nice, outdoor dining is relaxing and invigorating. There are not many things better than sitting outside under oak trees while eating delicious savory food and enjoying a good wine or cocktails. Replaying last night's dinner in my head has me planning my next visit to Superette. Sunday brunch this weekend is calling my name. Oh,'one more thing, Superette is also the place to go where you will only run into the people you like. The folks you don't care for are not going to be there. Just my observation.

Charcuterie, spanakopita, muhammara, whipped feta cheese, hummus

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DP Dough

3.3(6 reviews)

13.6 mi

Stopped by 2 different days visiting my Son at UF Very clean…read moreorganized very reasonable price wow we had the Buffer / Chicken Parm and Roni portion were huge Jeffery the mgr was very polite gave us extra ranch and Marinara didn't charge place was packed at 2am a must visit...

they say they're open from 4pm to 4am but my friends ordered but it's closed at 12am!! that's…read moreterrible! that's ridiculous

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Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - University

4.0(346 reviews)

13.9 mi

I was so excited when I saw this restaurant near the University of Florida. It is a nice restaurant…read morewith plenty of seating and a nice bar area. We we started off with the fried calamari. It was pretty good. Then we had a order of the rolls, which was definitely a 10 out of 10 the roles are dressed with an Italian dressing. This is not a combination that I thought I needed it, but definitely glad I experienced. For our entrées, we had the Marg Pizza and shrimp scampi. The pizza was tasty and had a nice crispy crust. The shrimp scampi pasta was delicious with a nice light sauce and juicy shrimp. We couldn't finish everything, but enjoy the leftovers the next day. Hope to come back again!

We had a great meal yesterday at Piesano's Stone Fired Pizza on the University of Florida's campus…read more I laughed because there's a Seinfeld episode about George getting George Steinbrenner calzones at Piesano's and I couldn't help but think that the restaurant was named after that. Nonetheless there was a ton of options for: - pizza - different sandwiches - appetizers - salads - soups We ended up getting two different pizzas and some garlic sticks. The pizzas were nice and thin and crispy and full of flavor. The garlic sticks were very, very garlicky, very tasty, very doughy. In general we just had a great meal and we definitely enjoyed it. There were quite a lot of people there too so I'm getting the impression that a lot of other people enjoy Piesano's as well. Very much do recommend this pizza and the garlic sticks. Definitely check it out

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THE TOP

4.1(1.3k reviews)

14.5 mi

Hands down one of the best quality restaurants in Gainesville. I've eaten here a few times but this…read moretime I decided to splurge a little and get one of their steaks...WOW! Significantly better than the local steakhouses and half the price. Their sides are amazing as usual and the drinks were yummy and well balanced. Plus, I always love the ambience in here! It's so colorful and lively while still being chill and calm enough for a nice dinner. And the wait staff are very genuine and kind people with extensive knowledge about the menu. Well worth the money, I've NEVER been disappointed by this place!

Ambiance - Quirky, grandma- vintage thrift store galleria…read more Service- a hipster army. Food- a big variety, plan on a 30 minute line ahead of you, maybe even double line length on the weekend.

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These corn nuggets were so good!

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Front entrance

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Millhopper

3.9(229 reviews)

9.3 mi

This location clearly doesn't care about the quality of what they serve. My order came out…read moreabsolutely covered in grease. I used a handful of napkins just trying to soak some of it up, but ultimately couldn't even finish the dish because it was so saturated with oil. I mentioned it to the server, who said she would get the manager. When the manager came out, she couldn't have seemed less concerned. She simply said she would "mention it to the chef." In this economy, where everything is already overpriced, the least you should expect is a quality meal and someone who actually cares when there's a problem. Unfortunately, that wasn't the experience here. Very disappointing.

Figured i would do an updated review .Tanner our waiter was amazing .As always food is always on…read morepoint!!!! We had to wait a short bit for a big enough table for our group. But is expected , especially on a Friday Night. The restaurant is always busy, and is still one of my Top 3 Italian restaurants.And everyone in our party was satisfied with everything, from the appetizers to the main dishes , and the Pizzas. The restaurant still has that Italian feel with the rock pillars,etc.and Artwork on the walls.

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Paul K.

153

17

11

9 years ago

Mamma Mia!! You won't find a better pizza place in Alachua! This is real pizza for people who know the difference. I've had several dishes from NY Pizza plus and they are always fantastic! They have some great specials different nights of the week. The website needs updating but I'm not rating on that. Great Cannolis too! I don't eat pizza anywhere else in Alachua. The service is always friendly. It can be a little noisy but thatsa Italian way! Ariva derci read more

Derick W.

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7

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13 years ago

New York Pizza Plus has the best pizza in the Alachua/High Springs area. You can order by the slice or a whole pizza. My kids really like this because they all want a different kind. The staff is friendly and the service is excellent. Hi recommend New York Pizza Plus. read more

Taylor M.

495

4

2

7 years ago

Amazing service, first time and will for sure be coming back. Thank you for great food and an amazing atmosphere. The service really made the experience. read more

Noe C.

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6 years ago

Experience was amazing, the food was great, so was my waiter. And the environment is lovely, highly recommended to people that are not sure about going! read more

Tom M.

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23

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3 years ago

Awesome food, really nice people. True Italian food. ,........................................................,......... read more

Samuel W.

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2

0

12 years ago

Every time I go to Chicago I eat at Cafe Iberico. I love the atmosphere, the food, and the prices.

Leah C.

0

5

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3 years ago

very good food. we call n our orders so service is good.

Vicky P.

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7

0

3 years ago

They have the best chef salad and awesome veal dishes!

Barbara B.

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4

0

4 years ago

Love their food, service, and atmosphere.

Apple C.

2

57

27

16 years ago

Nom nom Nom.

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