Review Pomodoro Cafe - Gainesville

My sister and I attended a birthday lunch here in April and stopped in again last week for lunch. They have a huge selection of lunch specials. Last time we ordered the seafood special (very good) and the cauliflower crust pizza (surprisingly delicious). This time I ordered 1/2 steak and cheese sandwich and soup while my sister had the lasagna and grilled vegetables. Once again we both enjoyed our selections. Each lunch with a drink was between $12 - $15 plus tip. They also offer a number of BOGO items, subs, pizzas, etc. So my sister was able to pick up dinner to take home with her. We were too full for dessert, but it looked delicious. Our servers were great both times - attentive, pleasant and efficient. NOTE: Their bread is complimentary and delicious!!!!

Exceptional food at very reasonable price. If you have never eaten here you Must give it a try. If you Dine before 5:30 PM do not over look there $12.99 diner specials: your choice of about 8 enters, soup or salad & desert, plus 2 for 1 wine. My wife & I dine out we both were impressed with the quality, presentation & service at the Pomodoro Cafe.

This place is frequently cited as my friend’s favorite place to eat. Wow does it live up to their recommendations! The desserts are great, the specials are impressive, and it’s a great treat to have on a Saturday night.

Food and wine was perfect. If there was anything to change in my control it would have been to lower the lights and turn up the music to create a more romantic atmosphere. Love this place!!!

The food was AMAZING! Our server Ahtziry was friendly and wonderful and the restaurant was so nice for a date!

This must be the best Italian food in Gainesville. They have great lunch and dinner specials daily. Their pizza, salads, and pastas are tasty. Ingredients are fresh and portions are big! My favorite is their chicken pecan salad with their house dressing; I highly recommend! Take out customer service was not the best - despite rude behavior, I recommend Pomodoro’s Cafe for delicious Italian food. Will probably dine in next time.

This used to be the place I would recommend to my friends. What a shame... ***Hot tip: Make sure they have your order, before letting them charge you. They might not ever make it.*** Nice system in place: They call over the next one in line for takeout, and when I step up she starts taking care of a person from dine-in... He was at least 90, so no worries... It would be her place to let him know people are waiting in line. She didn't. No system in place: Ordering online at 17:24... it is now 18:43 and they forgot to make my pizzas, for a second time...When I paid at 18:06 they told me they hadn't started half my order. I understand but don't want to bring my kids cold dinner. The "my first job ever" waitress looked befuddled when I asked her to remake the half of the order that would be cold, when the rest was finally ready. She said she could put on the heat lamp. I thought that was funny... no microwave? Lol. After asking her to just refund me instead, started looking under the counter and generally appeared confused like she was looking for her car keys. I should have just let them have the money... 2nd chances: I sat down defeated and when McManager arrived I told him I would just wait for the pizza. But, the joke was on me... They didn't make the pizza again... Almost an hour and a half later... they pass off this sad slimy pie... and a white pizza with all the toppings piled in one spot. The best joke of my visit. You cannot make this kind of stuff up: Manager guy wanted to make it right by taking off 5 bucks... Rofl... I didn't ask for this although I would really rather not buy any Pizza with a big "Fv<% You" baked in... (Edit: After looking at my statement the charge was refunded fully. I am not sure what exactly transpired, other than maybe he was suggesting taking off the $5.00, but thought differently when I totally ignored the absurdity.) Here is my donation, on top of my extra hour spent waiting: A 5 minute review... to give the 5 bucks back. You get what you pay for.

My bride and I have frequented this establishment since they have opened and not the first time have we been disappointed with the atmosphere or the meal. We have treated many of our friends to a meal here and it was a discovery for all of them. The waitstaff is absolutely the best, well trained and curtious, giving due diligence to each client. The meals are well thought out and prepared to perfection. They even have an early bird special that provides more than enough tasty food for the hardiest of appetites. If you try them once, you will be back.