The food was absolutely delicious. Carefully curated, top quality. The cocktails and service were spectacular as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah
Wish we had taken better note of our servers name but we had the best experience, thanks to our attentive, knowledgeable server. Above and beyond in accommodating for dietary restrictions. We needed gluten free options and the server was attentive and went above and beyond for us to ensure allergy needs were met. Take note, the menu on the website is not up to date, so it’s worth calling ahead or asking upon arrival. We had reservations for a Friday evening - this place does start to fill up after 6pm, it seems. Sitting outside is a nice option, there is a lot of foot traffic passing by the restaurant and the tables are out on the sidewalk but this did not alter our dining experience. Fresh cuisine, made in house with great attention to detail. Steak was perfectly cooked and they carve it off the bone making it a pleasant plating experience.Dietary restrictions: extremely accommodating for distant restrictions. We needed gluten free options and the server was attentive and went above and beyond for us to ensure allergy needs were met. Take note, the menu on the website is not up to date, so it’s worth calling ahead or asking upon arrival
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
robina shapiro
Superb.
Robina Shapiro
Simply Exquisite. A true culinary experience .
Julie T.
Amazing food, cocktail menu and service! Gluten free pasta a bonus!! One of my favorites in downtown St. Pete.
Shary E.
The host was very nice, but the table he seated us in was not a great location. My dinner companion had the lobster ravioli and said it had no taste. I am GF so I couldn't taste his. I had the spaghetti pomodoro and it was okay. The noodles (GF) were done well and the sauce was tasty, but for the price it included no veggies or protein. Mushrooms would have been a nice addition as well as chicken which wasn't listed as an option. I would not go back.
First Mate Marketing
We had a very unique experience at this restaurant. We went in with a group of us and they brought us to a private back room where we had an exclusive dining experience. The food was great, but the portions were super small and I left feeling hungry.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
william picciotto
Just left this establishment. This is the best restaurant in the area and deserves a spot with any of the Michelin starred restaurants.. the chef team of David, Sheridan and Dani are as good as any team in the business.. thank you for another mind blowing culinary experience.. shout out to Nia for the impeccable service!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charlie
I've said it once, and I'll say it again. The chefs at Il rotorno know exactly how to make someone fall in love with food. I've been coming here for 3 years now, and every time I think I know what's coming, I'm blown away with the amazing flavors that keep changing. I've met the chefs, both David and Sheridan, and I can never thank them enough for always going above and beyond. Aside from the amazing food, you also get great service. Tonight, I had Nia, and from here on out, I will only ask to be taken care of by her. She is very knowledgeable, and you can see that she takes pride in what she's surrounded by.
Very nice place. Had a great pasta dish with sausage, forgot what it was called!!Dietary restrictions: Lactose intolerant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pesto
Elena Jones
This was our 3rd time. The food, the service & the atmosphere were wonderful. Our server was fantastic!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Judi Lamb
Wow!!! Just wow!!! I choose this establishment for a special birthday celebration for two. The evening started off with an immediate seat to our table. A wonderful introduction from our server Kat. She was incredible with her knowledge and recommendations. So attentive to our table. She did let us know she was new but I swear you would have never known! The food is absolutely outstanding. Homemade focaccia. And the wagyu tartar, is like heaven in every in every bite. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better it did! Our entrees were so delicious with every bite you didn’t want that flavor to end. Dessert … yes we had dessert!!! The combination of flavors were just beyond what one would think. Do not debate making a reservation for this place. That would be your regret. Hands down one of my best and most memorable dining experiences in the area. Well done chef and staff!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Glenn Waite
Food and service are outstanding. Definitely need a reservation. And if possible ask for Matt as your waiter. He's amazing.
We went to Il Ritorno last night. It is truly one of the best culinary experiences I’ve had! Every single dish and drink we had were unbelievable and the service was impeccable. I couldn’t recommend it any higher!
Authentic.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was absolutely delicious. Carefully curated, top quality. The cocktails and service were spectacular as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wish we had taken better note of our servers name but we had the best experience, thanks to our attentive, knowledgeable server. Above and beyond in accommodating for dietary restrictions. We needed gluten free options and the server was attentive and went above and beyond for us to ensure allergy needs were met. Take note, the menu on the website is not up to date, so it’s worth calling ahead or asking upon arrival. We had reservations for a Friday evening - this place does start to fill up after 6pm, it seems. Sitting outside is a nice option, there is a lot of foot traffic passing by the restaurant and the tables are out on the sidewalk but this did not alter our dining experience. Fresh cuisine, made in house with great attention to detail. Steak was perfectly cooked and they carve it off the bone making it a pleasant plating experience.Dietary restrictions: extremely accommodating for distant restrictions. We needed gluten free options and the server was attentive and went above and beyond for us to ensure allergy needs were met. Take note, the menu on the website is not up to date, so it’s worth calling ahead or asking upon arrival
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Superb.
Simply Exquisite. A true culinary experience .
Amazing food, cocktail menu and service! Gluten free pasta a bonus!! One of my favorites in downtown St. Pete.
The host was very nice, but the table he seated us in was not a great location. My dinner companion had the lobster ravioli and said it had no taste. I am GF so I couldn't taste his. I had the spaghetti pomodoro and it was okay. The noodles (GF) were done well and the sauce was tasty, but for the price it included no veggies or protein. Mushrooms would have been a nice addition as well as chicken which wasn't listed as an option. I would not go back.
We had a very unique experience at this restaurant. We went in with a group of us and they brought us to a private back room where we had an exclusive dining experience. The food was great, but the portions were super small and I left feeling hungry.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Just left this establishment. This is the best restaurant in the area and deserves a spot with any of the Michelin starred restaurants.. the chef team of David, Sheridan and Dani are as good as any team in the business.. thank you for another mind blowing culinary experience.. shout out to Nia for the impeccable service!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've said it once, and I'll say it again. The chefs at Il rotorno know exactly how to make someone fall in love with food. I've been coming here for 3 years now, and every time I think I know what's coming, I'm blown away with the amazing flavors that keep changing. I've met the chefs, both David and Sheridan, and I can never thank them enough for always going above and beyond. Aside from the amazing food, you also get great service. Tonight, I had Nia, and from here on out, I will only ask to be taken care of by her. She is very knowledgeable, and you can see that she takes pride in what she's surrounded by.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charred Octopus, Seared Scallops, Dessert, Steamed Mussels, Grouper, White Truffle Risotto
Restaurantji Recommends
Very nice place. Had a great pasta dish with sausage, forgot what it was called!!Dietary restrictions: Lactose intolerant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pesto
This was our 3rd time. The food, the service & the atmosphere were wonderful. Our server was fantastic!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow!!! Just wow!!! I choose this establishment for a special birthday celebration for two. The evening started off with an immediate seat to our table. A wonderful introduction from our server Kat. She was incredible with her knowledge and recommendations. So attentive to our table. She did let us know she was new but I swear you would have never known! The food is absolutely outstanding. Homemade focaccia. And the wagyu tartar, is like heaven in every in every bite. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better it did! Our entrees were so delicious with every bite you didn’t want that flavor to end. Dessert … yes we had dessert!!! The combination of flavors were just beyond what one would think. Do not debate making a reservation for this place. That would be your regret. Hands down one of my best and most memorable dining experiences in the area. Well done chef and staff!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and service are outstanding. Definitely need a reservation. And if possible ask for Matt as your waiter. He's amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dessert, Caramelized Brussel Sprouts
We went to Il Ritorno last night. It is truly one of the best culinary experiences I’ve had! Every single dish and drink we had were unbelievable and the service was impeccable. I couldn’t recommend it any higher!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5