Veratina ins a newer Italian restaurant in Savannah. It is very nice inside , upscale casual. The ambiance is very comforting. The service was outstanding. We ordered arancini to start and they were excellent! Nice crispy outer shell and the cheese inside was gooey and very flavorful. We ordered the stratacuzzi (spelling?) which wa sin the specials menu. It was mild and had bits of broccoli rabe and sausage. It was excellent! I asked our server if it was homemade and he said they do make the pasta in house, wow! Delicious! We also ordered chicken parm which truthfully was some of the best we've ever tasted. We also shared the onion pizza which was on the specials menu. It was ok. I think it may have been a bit overdone. The pistachio ricotta cake was good. The crust was a bit overdone. This will definitely be in our list of places to come back to when we're back in Savannah! read more

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Took a chance on the new restaurant in Savannah and so glad we did. Everything was so amazing. Interior of restaurant was beautiful and our server was nice and attentive. Ordered the arancini appetizer.. Would give that a 5/5 and it was better than the arancini we had in Sicily. Split 3 entrees among us three and it was the perfect amount of food. Ordered the chicken parm, strozzapretti pasta dish, and the special menu had an onion bechamel pizza. The chicken parm and strozzapretti were amazing. The strozzapretti had broccoli rabe and it and it was really well done. Sometimes when broccoli rabe isn't cooked right it gets bitter but that wasn't the case. Chicken parm was perfect. Onion pizza wasn't anything special and couldn't really taste the bechemel. Had the pistachio ricotta pie and the filling was great but the crust was overcooked. I would definitely try a different dessert if I came back. Bill was $250 with a bottle of wine and 2 cocktails which I felt was very decent. Can't wait to come back ! read more

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Came here for dinner with a group of four and overall had a really great experience, with one hiccup that's worth noting. We ordered a mix to share, two salads, the focaccia, chicken parm, and two pizzas, and the food was excellent across the board. The standout was definitely the short rib special pizza, seriously amazing. The focaccia was also a highlight, super light and airy, and the dipping sauces were so good we didn't leave a drop behind. Service throughout the meal was warm and attentive, which really elevated the experience. The only downside was how things started. We arrived at 5:55 for a 6:00 reservation and were told we couldn't be seated until exactly 6. Normally not a big deal, but we were walked past several empty tables, including ours, and asked to stand by the bar for a few minutes, which felt a bit awkward and set an odd tone to kick things off. It's clearly not on the host or waitstaff, but it might be something for management to reconsider in terms of the guest experience. That aside, the food and service really delivered, and I'd definitely come back. read more

The service was impeccable and the space is so cute! Perfect spot for a date night. All of our food was packed with flavor. The only dish I would say was a little bland was the artichoke pizza that was on special. Also, the branzino not coming with any sides was a bit odd but we ordered plenty of dishes to share so we had more than enough to eat to make up for it. The portion sizes are large. Also, the best Caesar salad I've ever had! read more

Veratina - Italian Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Fresh made pasta and sauce! Italy in Savannah! We enjoyed for our anniversary dinner and were bit disappointed. It's a smaller restaurant, so recommend reservations, especially on weekends, to be sure you can get a table. It is nicely decorated, elegant but not fancy. Very cute outdoor, secluded seating! For an apetizer, the CHEESY RICE BALLS were phenominal. Don't miss them! I ordered the housemade CHEESE AND HERB RAVIOLI covered in a creamy version of their featured house red sauce. It was divine! BAM! I believe the herb was basil, but didn't write review quick enough and it slipped my noggin. They had a large selection of different raviolis and different sauces that could be paired. Or you could pair sauce with a type of fresh house pasta. My wife ordered a WOOD FIRED PIZZA, the only proper way to bake an Italian pie. It was delicious. Staff were friendly and accommodating. read more

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Unexpected find in the plethora of great restaurants in Savannah. The Italian inspired menu with local southern flair reflected in both their food and signature cocktails is something you should not miss. To participate in the happy hour specials, you need to sit at the bar. We didn't mind because it gave us a chance to visit with both bartenders and the manager about the food, drinks and the food we should try on our next visit. You will find both casual and upscale dining areas that include inside dining area, the bar and an outside patio. The food was outstanding. They are known for their wood fired oven pizzas. The pizzas are not NY or Chicago style and have a very fluffy crust. We had the arancini as an appetizer on the HH menu. It was delicious! Followed by the wedge. Finally we had a chocolate something something that was absolutely fantastic! They make all their desserts in house. read more

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Updated 12/31/25 From the moment we walked in, everything about Veratina was extraordinary. The ambiance and vibe are warm, stylish, and inviting--perfect for New Year's Eve or a memorable dining experience here in Savannah. The service was truly exceptional. Hostess Nikki and her counterpart were incredibly welcoming and set the tone right away. Alex, our server, was attentive, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu. At the bar, Emily and her counterpart crafted awesome cocktails that were both creative and perfectly balanced. The front-of-house manager was gracious and clearly takes pride in the guest experience. And the food--absolutely outstanding! The pizza and every dish shown in the pics were thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. Veratina delivers on every level: service, atmosphere, drinks, and cuisine. A must-go for anyone living in or visiting Savannah. read more

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Overall enjoyed our dinner here. The chicken parm is pretty tasty and so was the agnolotti (sp?). My gripe is the chicken parm $26 doesn't come with pasta or any side - adding a small side of spaghetti was an additional $14 (waiter said it was only a "couple bucks more", I was surprised to see it billed as $14, but didn't bring it up). Enjoyed the tiramisu, and other pastry dessert - ice cream wasn't good - salted, but an overbearing amount that was no good. I told the waiter we didn't like the ice cream, but he didn't offer anything except - yea, our ice cream is salted. All in all- I'd still come back, but just would be selective around what I got. read more

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The best way to describe this restaurant? Absolutely mouthwatering! From the moment you walk in, the space feels small, cozy, and intimate -- the kind of spot that makes you feel instantly at home. Since I was dining solo, I grabbed a seat at the kitchen bar (yes, it's exactly what it sounds like -- a bar that looks right into the kitchen). Watching the chefs handcraft pizza and pasta just a few feet away was such a treat. I ordered a glass of wine and took it all in as they stretched dough and plated dishes. For dinner, I went with the saffron spaghetti, and it was nothing short of amazing. The pasta came straight from the kitchen to me at the bar, and every bite was packed with flavor. To top it off, I watched them prepare a blueberry cobbler right in front of me -- and of course, I couldn't resist. One bite, and I was completely sold. read more

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My wife and I were in Savannah for the weekend and had dinner at Veratina on a hot Friday night in July. We arrived a little early for our reservation and headed to the bar in the back to wait. We met a delightful bartender (Alex?) who hooked us up with a couple of glasses of Chianti. The restaurant was quite busy as we surveyed the other guests while waiting. Everyone seemed to be having a great time. My eye caught the pizza-making station and made our dinner selection easy once seated. The hostess seated us at the first table right by the main door. Other guests hovered around our table while they were waiting to be seated, which was not ideal. Also, the noise level in this front dining room was deafening compared to the bar area. If you can get seated towards the back or if the dew point is not in the 70s, even outside, all the better. We couldn't carry on a conversation seated across from one another. We ordered a wedge salad to split as a starter and a Margherita pizza that wasn't on the menu. The wedge salad arrived already split but swimming in dressing. It was a huge portion and delicious, apart from the excessive dressing. When we asked our server about the disproportionate amount of dressing, he said, "Yeah, I noticed that." Why not replate it then with less dressing? The pizza came out shortly thereafter. It looked and tasted delicious. Their crust was not your typical pizza crust, but in a good way. We were not sure what made the crust unusually delicious. Was it honey? We thoroughly enjoyed our pie and found it the perfect size for two. Overall, our meal was enjoyable. We should have just stayed at the bar in the back, though, and had our dinner there. read more

Veratina - Half portion Wedge salad - Italian Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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Lovely crisp clean modern Italian. Perfect sized, delicious pastas & beautiful pizza. Front room is a little loud. read more

The wine and old fashion were perfect after a long day of travel. They made a plain pepperoni pizza (non menu item) for our son. I also got a pizza which was the Soppressata, which was crispy and had great flavor. Our waiter Andrew knew the menu and made great recommendations. He is a true professional. The rest of the staff was very friendly, accommodating, and polite. read more

Immaculate vibe and outstanding service from start to finish. The Arancini was fried to perfection, with a pepperoni sauce that was truly one of a kind. I had the malfadine with pancetta and "gravy" -- absolutely unreal. We also tried the 'nduja pizza and the flavors were incredible -- the touch of honey was perfect. The potatoes were the best seasoned I've ever had anywhere. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Oh my, what a thrill to be the first to introduce this new south historic district Italian restaurant. Their stellar upgrades/renovations since taking over the former establishment include an open kitchen, brick pizza oven, enclosed porches, lovely yet small outdoor deck. Currently they are only open for lunch, but once they have their liquor license they'll open for dinner service. Fresh, crisp and creative is my take of their Wedge Salad. The layers of fresh greens, parsley, tomato, prosciutto with Gorgonzola crumbles will keep me coming back for more! Hubs Cavatelli with Italian sausage, garlic, broccolini was decadent and my next order! We will return!! read more

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This place is definitely worth the trip. We stumbled onto it and the food was amazing. The bartenders were so welcoming and friendly. We sat at the bar since we didn't have reservations and it was nice. The bartenders gave a number of special touches. The only oddity was the vanilla candles that were burning that cover the aroma of the food. read more

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Best Brick Oven Pizza in Savannah. N'duja...not sure how to say it, but when you do order it, you'll eat the entire pie in one seating. read more

Veratina - AHHHMazing! - Italian Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Greeted by the owner and invited to walk around and look. Staff was well dressed in jeans and cream colored shirts; casual and well done. Menu had a few well done items including chicken, steak, pastas, and pizza cooked in a brick fired oven. Appetizers were fantastic and salads were wonderful. Good drinks and fine selection of wine went well with our dinner. We'll return when in town. Sophia our server was very good. read more

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Dropped by for their lunch yesterday and I'm definitely going to be going back. This place is amazing and their food is even better than that. They have counter service for lunch and just started doing regular dinner service within the last few weeks. It is Italian based cuisine and their chef has nailed it. The space is clean, well decorated and their plates are vintage and classy. Got their Chicken Parm sandwich and the portion size was perfect but it was the flavor that took it over the edge. Would say it was probably the most flavorful red sauce with their chicken i have ever had!!! They have wine and beer sales now but only did their iced tea. The servers are pleasant and attentive to everyone's needs. read more

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This is a cute new little addition to the restaurant scene in Savannah. Italian is by far of my favorite cuisine so I was very excited to try this restaurant. Currently they're only open for lunch 11-4 while they work on their expanded dinner menu. Even with this soft opening, the restaurant was completely full at lunchtime. Ordering right now is counter service and they do have a seasonal special menu. The appetizers were by far the best thing that we ordered. The sauce with the arancini was quite literally licked up. However, I am picky about my pasta, and everyone at the table agreed that these dishes were a little bit too al dente. Maybe the owners are trying to go for a more authentic Italian pasta feel, which in its true nature is served al dente most of the time. But the edges of the ravioli were quite literally hard to chew. It almost felt like they hadn't been cooked long enough and were rushed to get out to the table. The tiramisu is the only dessert on the menu, with a light cream. However, the lady fingers only tasted differently of espresso and were dry. Looking forward to the dinner opening as they continue to make minor adjustments to the food and menu! read more

This place is definitely in my rotation strong. I truly believe customer service sets the tone for places and they get an A+. Being I'm a Cesar salad connoisseur I have to make room for it every time. I've been in this building before but they have definitely got that place together it's more open and bright. read more

Veratina - Caesar Salad - Italian Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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

Service and food were fantastic. We will 100% come back again. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Veratina is one of the best restaurants around. All staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. The food is absolutely delicious. We started with the brussel sprout salad, and it was amazing. I didn't know that brussel sprouts could ever taste that good. We had one of the pizzas for an app, a homemade pasta dish, and the lamb osso bucco. Wow, I can't say enough about the quality of the food. I hope to visit Savannah again, just to eat at Veratina! 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

What an amazing hidden gem in Savannah. I myself am a private chef and this place truly WOWED me in every way: the food was absolutely some of the best around and our Server Philip was incredibly knowledgeable of the menu and a pleasure to be around. Our first course was the Arancini & the Shrimp Scampi. Both of them I will order again. Best Arancini in Savannah! The Homemade Focaccia that came with Shrimp was perfect for dipping in scampi sauce our Second Course we spilt a Caesar salad that I was surprised even that was the best I've had in this area and we had the N'duja pizza yum!!! Our finale course we had the Delmonico Steak with crispy Potatoes & the Agnolotti with Broccolini on the side. All WOW!!!!! So excited to have this place on my list of go to date night places. -Chef Katie Elzey read more

Stopped by for brunch on way through Savanna. Some of the best Strozzapreti and Shrimp Scampi I have ever had. Crispy potatoes were great. The cocktails were wonderful as well. Service and ambiance were delightful. Will be back next time we are in the area! 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

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

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

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 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

Can't wait to go back to Savannah and dine at the lovely restaurant. We sat in the patio with our dogs and enjoy wonderful dinner. From apps to desert - perfect!! Arancini, Shaved Brussels, Branzino and mushroom pasta - all a big hit. 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

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

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