Molly W.
11/15/2025
Food was awesome. Service was great! Love the whole experience! I will definitely be back and I highly recommend this restaurant.
Il Ritorno
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449 Central Ave Ste 101
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Il Ritorno is a modern Italian eatery located in Downtown St. Petersburg, FL. The name translates to "The Return" in Italian, symbolizing the homecoming of Owner and Executive Chef, David Benstock. The restaurant specializes in creating modern Italian dishes with unique flavor combinations that elevate traditional rustic cuisine.
With a reservation policy that holds tables for 20 minutes past the stated arrival time, Il Ritorno maintains a business casual dress code to ensure a sophisticated dining atmosphere. The menu features a range of dishes prepared with the freshest ingredients to accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions for a memorable dining experience.
From antipasti like Caviar Doughnuts to secondi dishes such as Duck Breast and Dry Age Steak, Il Ritorno offers a diverse selection of delectable options. The restaurant also provides a variety of desserts, refreshing zero-proof beverages, and an exclusive Chef's Bar experience for a front-row seat to culinary mastery.
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4.5410 reviews
Brennan S.
6/7/2025
My mother came to visit me here in St. Pete and we had time for one nice dinner- I'm so happy we chose IL Ritorno. The focaccia was spongey and delicious. The butter and pesto that accompanied...
Lisa R.
11/16/2025
This was my 2nd visit to Il Ritorno. The first time I had been was when it was new on the scene 10-12 years ago. At the time, I thought the food was very good but found it expensive for the...
Elle E.
7/29/2025
Hadn't been here in a while and was quite a nice little indulgence. Was here with a trained chef this time, but was more distracted in a deep conversation, so I didn't peruse the menu as long as...
Ron C.
9/23/2025
Very cool Italian restaurant in St. Pete. The portions are on the small side so you might need to order a Primi and Secondi course. The Short Rib Mezzaluna is the best seller and pretty good and...
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