Elizabeth
Whenever I’m craving authentic house-made pasta and pizza, Bar Italia is my favorite go-to spot. I recently came here to celebrate my birthday, and it was an amazing and unforgettable dining experience. The staff were warm and hospitable, and my server Cisco went above and beyond to provide five-star service that truly made my birthday dinner special. The food, as always, was outstanding. Since it was Pasta Night, I ordered the Spicy Vodka Rigate (one of my personal favorites) and the Bucatini Bolognese — both cooked perfectly with rich, flavorful sauces. The Country Bread with Whipped Ricotta was also a treat. For dessert, I tried the Caramelized Cheesecake and Tiramisu, which were absolutely delicious. It would be hard to pick a favorite! Altogether, this was such an incredible dining experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my evening here and am already looking forward to my next visit ❤️
… moregiulia
It’s so rare to come across service that feels so genuine. Parker didn’t just do his job, the service he provided was phenomenal, kept up with our chaotic vibe and was such a great energy to be around. Honestly it was the best damn service we’ve ever had.
… moreVarsha Patel, Realtor
Best Italian restaurant in Winter Park Village. I was so impressed with the flavors of the pasta dishes the pesto pasta and the vodka sauce pasta are so delicious. Portion size is perfect. They do charge a sharing fee. Great atmosphere. Reservations are recommended. There is free parking and valet available.
… moreRobyn
The food here is excellent! After glancing at the google reviews, and noticed the very appealing happy hour menu, we spent our anniversary here today with the kids. Ask for Sam he is such a nice guy and gives you his honest opinion.
Hands down the tastiest Beef Carpaccio ever. Very generous portion too, good for sharing. Both pasta dishes were delish, and the pizza was definitely the popular dish on the happy hour menu.
The salmon entree was cooked to perfection and paired perfectly with a veg.
The finale was the Tiramisu and the Cheesecake. Just wow.
… moreJennifer Jennings
An Exceptional Experience at Bar Italia
I stopped in alone and was warmly welcomed from the moment I arrived. Sammy, the bartender, went out of his way to find me a seat at the bar and made sure I was comfortable throughout my visit. The manager, Anthony, along with the gentleman he was training, were both gracious and attentive, ensuring everything was just right. The hostess was equally kind and accommodating, adding to the overall sense of genuine hospitality.
Behind the bar, Sammy, Whitney, and Meghan created such a welcoming and professional atmosphere. Their attentiveness and warmth made the experience feel effortless and elevated.
I ordered the oversized meatball, shrimp scampi, and a pasta dish from the happy hour menu — each was beautifully prepared and full of flavour. I finished the evening with a caramelized cheesecake to go, which was the perfect sweet ending to a lovely meal.
Bar Italia delivers not only exceptional food but also an atmosphere of true care and professionalism. Even dining solo, I felt completely at ease and well looked after. I’ll certainly be returning — a truly wonderful experience from start to finish.
… moreFrancesco
We had dinner at this amazing restaurant in Winter Park. They mistake with our reservation, but they quickly made a perfect table outside. The staff are very professional, and the food was truly excellent. Said by an Italian! Pizza delicius
… moreKayla Miller
The food here is delicious! We loved everything that we tried tonight. The appetizers- Caesar salad and Sausage Arancini were great along with the pasta dishes, lemon chicken and pizza!
I will definitely be back to experiment more items on their menu. Everything that we saw go by our table all looked amazing. The restaurant is beautiful as well with a nice outdoor patio too.
… moreSaied Al
Bar Italia delivers a fantastic dining experience with fresh, flavorful Italian dishes and a cozy, upscale atmosphere. The service is attentive and friendly, making you feel genuinely welcomed. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual lunch or a romantic dinner, it’s a spot worth returning to.
… moreDaisy
My husband and I chose, Bar Italia for a date night. The food, drinks and overall atmosphere were absolutely wonderful. What made it even more special was Gabriela who added a little touch of her personal experience with some of the items on the menu. As we were wrapping up are night. The restaurant manager Keith walked over and asked ” how everything was”?. This is definitely not something you get on a busy night. We were overall pleased with every minute of our experience. We are definitely coming back and definitely recommending this lovely restaurant to friends and family.
… moreAlessia M.
LITERALLY SO YUMMY- the waiter Tills was so sweet and delivered amazing service. The food was exceptional and the vibes were great! Def need to come back!
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