Reservations highly recommended, this includes Bar seating. Gratitude to the local support and community.
Violas is a family owned and operated Italian & Fresh Seafood Restaurant. Serving authentic made from scratch Italian dishes, fresh seafood & NY style hand tossed, brick oven pizzas. Violas has an exclusively small batch wine list, 12 beers on tap featuring many local craft beer and the best sangria in town. Our third generation recipes originate from Long Island, NY. Our love for great Italian food shines through in our tasty, homemade traditional dishes in a family fun environment.
Family-run Italian bistro with a classic menu that includes brick-oven pizza, custom pastas & wines.
Stacey G
Absolutely Incredible dining experience, such a wonderful charming atmosphere, friendly service and fantastic food! Unparalleled really!!!
We loved it all, savoring every bite… the apps – garlic knots, homemade meatballs, and bang shrimp. The Margherita pizza was also amazing! The service was so great – such a lovely server and welcoming hostess.
Only wish we discovered it earlier during our visit to the area to enjoy more menu items.
Reservations recommended- the people know this is an amazing place for a top rate dining experience wonderful! Definitely earned a spot on my all time dining highlight reel
… moreTresa Shaw
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Viola’s absolutely knocked it out of the park! The food was amazing from start to finish and the service was truly impeccable—attentive, warm, and perfectly timed.
We started with the soup of the day, followed by the calamari, which was cooked to perfection. Every entrée was a hit: the chicken Marsala was full of flavor, the cheesy, perfectly layered lasagna was pure comfort, and the chicken Parmesan with Alfredo sauce on the noodles was next-level indulgent. Don’t skip the bread knots (dangerously good) and pair everything with a glass of Malbec to complete the experience. The tiramisu was the perfect sweet ending to an incredible meal.
Viola’s is the kind of place that keeps you talking about the meal long after you leave. Can’t wait to go back!
… moreLinda Betzel
First time & we will definitely be back! Great atmosphere, staff. The food was amazing! I ordered the shrimp tacos & hubby got the sirloin tips. Very reasonably priced. Suggest making a reservation. We didn’t know, so we had to wait a bit. The owner was very attentive & asked if we would like a beverage while waiting for a table. Don’t hesitate! This place is awesome.
… moreJuan Diaz
We absolutely love this place. We vacation in Saint Augustine often and we always come here for dinner. Great service and excellent food. Love the New England Clam Chowder and so much more.
… moreKyle Maddera
Wonderful little Italian restaurant. We are visiting from Wilmington NC and the food here was exceptional. We got a pizza the first night we were here and took it back to the condo to enjoy. It was delicious and told my wife we had to go back because the atmosphere looked awesome. It did not disappoint. Wonderful experience all around. I had the special, filet slices on top of a mushroom risotto. To die for!!!! Best meal we have had here in St. Augustine.
… moreJW
Everything was great! The steak tips were tender and a great portion size. The calzone was HUGE, and was so delicious. The white pizza was great, and some of the best we’ve eaten. We had 2 meals worth of leftovers as well!
We will most definitely be back!
… moreJason Stockbridge
This place is true hidden gem! Always amazing food. It is such an anomaly as the consensus being it is an Italian restaurant and for sure it is however, they have some AMAZING specials that will truly satisfy even the most elite foodies out there. Everything I have had on the menu has been outstanding from the Pizza, to the pork chop special. But don’t worry if you want something quick, the pizza and the subs are great too. Highly recommend. Decent size parking lot out back.
… moreMichael D
Had lunch here the other day with my group! It was my second time visiting this hidden gem restaurant. The first time was almost 3 years ago. My first time, I fell in LOVE. The music, vibe and super high quality of the food made me give a huge tip. This second time, it was good but not as good as the first time. The only reason why I’m giving a 4 star for the food is because we were not happy with the soggy calamari appetizer. The texture seemed as if it’s been sitting and reheated in the microwave. Other than that, service was good, bathroom was clean and the music was good to our ears!
… moreHarry Canary
Had a wonderful lunch for two. Got seated immediately. Service was excellent.
Had lasagna and chicken piccata, which were excellent. The lobster bisque was a little disappointing as it was more tomato bisque than lobster, almost no lobster in it. The orange creme was fabulous however!
Nice atmosphere, although parking can be tight when crowded.
… moreEmily Kelly
What a gem this restaurant is!! We walked in without having a reservation and were seated in just a few minutes even though the restaurant was packed. We ordered soup, garlic knots, shrimp & grits and veal parmigiana. Everything was hot, fresh and delicious. Highly recommend Violas and if you’re going for dinner… make a reservation
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