La Cena Ristorante
If you're looking for a dining experience that combines romance, sophistication, and exceptional flavors, La Cena Ristorante in Jacksonville is the place to be. Located at 911 Edgewood Ave S, this upscale restaurant provides a perfect setting for an intimate meal, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a quiet night out.
The ambiance at La Cena Ristorante is everything you'd expect from a classy establishment. With its intimate, dressy vibe, the restaurant invites guests to unwind in a cozy, elegant atmosphere. The soft lighting, coupled with tasteful décor, creates an inviting environment that’s both upscale and romantic. It’s the kind of place where you can expect a relaxing, memorable evening with great food and excellent service.
Now, let's talk about the food – and trust me, you won't be disappointed. The menu at La Cena Ristorante boasts a selection of mouthwatering dishes that will satisfy any craving. For starters, their Escargot is a must-try, offering a rich, buttery flavor that pairs perfectly with a glass of wine. If you’re in the mood for something a little more indulgent, the Homemade Pasta is a favorite among locals, with each bite delivering a taste of authentic Italian craftsmanship.
For the main course, you can’t go wrong with Scallops, seared to perfection, or the tender and flavorful Veal Marsala that features a savory wine sauce. If you're in the mood for something light yet flavorful, the Beef Carpaccio is the perfect choice, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients and attention to detail.
Whether you're celebrating love, friendship, or simply indulging in some fine Italian cuisine, La Cena Ristorante promises an experience that will leave you coming back for more. The quiet, upscale atmosphere combined with the extraordinary dishes make this place a true gem in Jacksonville.
Reviews
Looking at the reviews before mine, one might assume this is a good but not great restaurant. What kind of dolt could leave a review for anything less than five stars? I love this place. It is best quality in Italy, New York, or San Francisco. I loved the food there. I had a Ciopino that was amazing with a portion and taste fit for a king. The white wine that I started with was first-rate, and my second glass, a rose, was quite good but not as good as the white. As Arnold said in The Terminator, "I WILL BE BACK!
Food is excellent and service was superb. Is are go to restaurant for special occasions.
Had a lovely dining experience following our Friday Musicale concert last night. Fortunately for us they were not that busy when we arrived for our 8pm reservation. We were greeted at the door and seated immediately. My brother had brought their wine as no wine list on line. The promptly brought a wine chiller for them, opened and served the wine. We are red drinkers and ordered a Barolo which was lovely. The wine list took a bit to arrive however. The atmosphere is upscale and comfortable, with plenty of spacing between parties so you can carry on conversations. Staff friendly and generally attentive but not intrusive. Tip - you do need to order full meal, can't just order your apps and look. Food was all delicious. Apps - mussels in white wine and beef carpaccio. Mussels were huge portion. All 4 of us had some. Sauce perfect and mussels all properly cooked. Beef carpaccio, while lovely, was not as memorable. The Parmesan slivers kept sticking to the plate making difficult to combine with beef. Entrees - 3 of us tried their house made pasta. The pastas they make vs imported Italian are: cappelletti, tagliatelle and trenette. 2 has the cappelletti - 1 bolognese and one albanese. Both delicious. The portions are huge so we all had take away. I tried the tagliatelle- thought I'd ordered the cavalieri - some how got the alla zino instead. It was good but not what I was expecting. As the are on the menu right next to each other - honest mistake by the waiter. My husband had the veal parmigiana- oh so yummy. House salads come with entrees but I would suggest either the Caesar or Gorgonzola - both wonderful. They have their own parking lot inside a fenced area just past the restaurant. There is no sign in the restaurant so use your phone to look for it. A lovely evening.
Delicious Italian food! The menu is a bit quirky (weird requirements; first page had instructions! Lol) but the service and food were amazing. Large portions too so had plenty left over for lunches the next couple of days. The clam appetizer was the best I've ever had. In-house pasta is a must. Veal was amazing. FYI - reservation only, no children allowed.
We had dinner with friends. It was a wonderful experience from the minute we arrived. We were greeted by the owner and seated. Our waiter Bruce, was very good. Bruce was able to recommend a great bottle of wine, which turned into two. Each of us (5) ordered something different and each said their meal was outstanding. The pasta here is the best I've had. This was our 5th time here and each has been a delightful experience. This is the type of restaurant that is an experience on its own. The service was top notch, with napkins being refolded when stepping away, water glasses topped off, wine refilled. Thank you for such a nice experience.