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Petrella's Italian Cafe: Restaurant Reviews

2174 W Nine Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534-9465
(850) 471-9444
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Ranked #19 of 390 restaurants in Pensacola
Cuisines: Italian
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- Nov 29, 2012
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Orlando, Fl
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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“service with a smile”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 29, 2012

My favorite eating establishments are usually pricey local places. My favorite Orlando spot is the Ravenous Pig. The reason I like these places is the servers are typically there forever and I rarely need to see a beer list or a menu, because they remember you and suggest something perfect. As such, I never mention the value you get for your money. However, at Petrella's you get a lot of value for your money. I ordered veal and I got veal and a solid salad for $14.00. That is likely part of the reason the place was packed on a Tuesday night a 5:00 p.m. with friends and young families and older couples. The other reason was the warmth. There were 4 waitresses that also played hostess and bus boy. They worked with ease and like a team that has been together for years. They greeted everyone, including my party of 1, like they knew you and really wanted you to be there. The veal was good too.

Visited November 2012
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“Small place, big taste.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 24, 2012

It's appropriate that this restaurant is located next to a Publix grocery store considering how fresh everything tastes. I've been enjoying this restaurant for years and I've never had a bad experience. If you want the best veal marsala in town, look no further. It's my "go to" dish. My wife loves the Chicken Torrino. They also have excellent calzones. For the brave, you can try and take down "The Godfather", a huge calzone filled with toppings and cheese. Service is friendly and prompt. Prices are very reasonable. Just a fine dining experience.

Visited October 2012
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“Oh, that sauce!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2012 via mobile

The strip shopping center won't win any beauty contests, but the food is a Gold Medal candidate! The Italian red sauce is amazing! The fried cheese was delicious! Service was prompt & friendly.

    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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“Never have gotten a bad choice here!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 24, 2012

This is a great place to eat Italian. The salads are wonderful. Their specials are delicious as well as menu items. We have never gotten anything bad here. We usually have leftovers, too.

  • Visited July 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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“Comfort food done right!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 18, 2012 via mobile

Very casual dining. Friendly service. We waited 25 minutes, and it was worth it! Cozy setting. Good vino & fine aps (we had the fried cheese - excellent)! Next came the pasta ... Everyone was happy!!! Go & enjoy!

    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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