Il Ritorno

Il Ritorno Downtown St. Pete's modern Italian eatery, where new flavors and combinations add elegance to a traditional cuisine.
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"We want to give our guests a new experience each time they come into our restaurant," said Chef David Benstock. "While training in Italy I picked up the practice of baking fresh bread daily, rolling fresh pasta daily and going to the market to get local produce and fish. Our menu changes constantly based on what is in season, and what high-quality, fresh ingredients are available." Voted 'Top 5 R

estaurants in Tampa Bay', IL Ritorno features contemporary Italian for the discerning palate. The Central Avenue restaurant, charming and intimate, brings a new taste of fresh Italian cuisine to the community by introducing new, interesting flavors and combinations that add elegance to a traditionally rustic genre. Chef David Benstock makes his own 'nduja sausage, mustard, gelato, his own pastas, he pickles ramps and preserves tangerines, and bakes his own focaccia and ciabatta rolls. IL Ritorno is locally owned by Chef David Benstock and his wife Erica. We want our food to be enjoyed and memorable to all those dining at IL Ritorno.Therefore, we are well prepared to handle special requests and dietary restrictions.

HALIBUT basil beurre blanc, grilled baby artichokes, patty pan squash, crispy potato
06/12/2026

HALIBUT basil beurre blanc, grilled baby artichokes, patty pan squash, crispy potato

AMERICAN WAGYU KOJI AGED CARPACCIOcharred scallion, beef garam capers, horseradish snow, morel conserva
06/05/2026

AMERICAN WAGYU KOJI AGED CARPACCIO
charred scallion, beef garam capers, horseradish snow, morel conserva

We’re incredibly proud to once again be recognized as a Michelin Recommended restaurant for 2026.This recognition is a r...
05/31/2026

We’re incredibly proud to once again be recognized as a Michelin Recommended restaurant for 2026.

This recognition is a reflection of a team that works tirelessly every day to create memorable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors. Their passion, dedication, and commitment to excellence are what make moments like this possible.

Over the past 12 years, it has been a privilege to work alongside so many talented people who have helped shape who we are today. We are grateful for every team member, past and present, who has been part of this journey.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to the same philosophy that has guided us from the beginning: cook with integrity, serve with genuine hospitality, and never stop striving to be better.

Thank you to our team, our guests, and our community for being part of the journey.

05/24/2026

Weekend vibe check. Who’s in?

We’ve missed you too. Our doors reopen today at 5.
05/21/2026

We’ve missed you too. Our doors reopen today at 5.

Good things come to those who wait. We are closed while we redo our floors.
05/20/2026

Good things come to those who wait. We are closed while we redo our floors.

We’re closed until Thursday while we redo our floors. Until then, let’s dream of pastas of our past.
05/19/2026

We’re closed until Thursday while we redo our floors. Until then, let’s dream of pastas of our past.

05/13/2026

Yes, Chef.

OCTOPUS heart of palm, dill meyer lemon yogurt, crispy octopus pancetta, fennel orange, cara cara
05/04/2026

OCTOPUS heart of palm, dill meyer lemon yogurt, crispy octopus pancetta, fennel orange, cara cara

05/01/2026

If spring had a taste it would be The Greenhouse.

Address

449 Central Avenue, Ste 101
Saint Petersburg, FL
33701

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 5pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 5pm - 9:30pm
Friday 5pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 5pm - 10:30pm

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