★★★★★
One of the best Italian restaurants in Jacksonville. The lobster ravioli was incredible and the live music made the night feel special. Service was attentive without being intrusive.
Italian Restaurants · Mandarin · Jacksonville
Enza's
Italian Restaurant
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The place
Enza's Italian Restaurant is a white-tablecloth Italian restaurant in the Mandarin neighborhood of Jacksonville, located at 10601 San Jose Blvd #109 inside the Marketplace at San Jose. The kitchen serves traditional Northern and Southern Italian cuisine, including house-made pastas, veal, and wood-fired specialties. Live music is performed nightly in the dining room. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday and closed on Mondays. Reservations are accepted and recommended for weekend evenings. The dining room is fully indoors with a full bar and an Italian-focused wine list. Takeout is available by phone order. Parking is free in the shopping-center lot. Enza's holds a 4.5★ Google rating across more than 1,500 reviews.
Tucked into the Marketplace at San Jose in Mandarin, Enza's has been one of Jacksonville's most-loved Italian rooms for more than two decades. The dining room is classic white-tablecloth — candlelight, linen napkins, and a live singer or pianist performing nightly — but the vibe stays warm and family-run rather than stuffy. Locals come for anniversaries and date nights, and regulars are greeted by name.
The kitchen leans traditional. Start with the calamari fritti or the burrata caprese, then move to house-made pastas like lobster ravioli, gnocchi Bolognese, or fettuccine Alfredo finished tableside. Veal Marsala, veal saltimbocca, and Chilean sea bass are the signature entrées, and the wine list runs deep on Italian reds. Save room for tiramisu or the cannoli.
Reservations are strongly recommended on Friday and Saturday nights — the room fills quickly once the music starts. Free parking is available in the shared lot directly outside the door. Takeout is offered by phone, and the restaurant accommodates private events and large parties in a separate room. Enza's is closed Mondays.
Live music nightly
House-made pasta
Tableside-finished Fettuccine Alfredo
Lobster ravioli signature dish
What to expect
Expect a classic Italian dinner-house experience: dim lighting, linen-topped tables, attentive tuxedoed servers, and a live vocalist or pianist performing standards from a corner of the dining room. Dress is smart-casual. Doors open at 4 PM Tuesday through Sunday, and most guests plan for a 90-minute to two-hour dinner — this is not a quick stop. Portions are generous and prices reflect the white-tablecloth setting, with most entrées in the $25–$45 range.
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Anniversary dinner here every year. Veal saltimbocca is perfect every time, and the singer always takes requests. Reservations are a must on weekends.
★★★★★
Classic old-school Italian with white tablecloths and tableside service. Pricey but worth it for a date night. The tiramisu is the best in town.
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Frequently asked
Does Enza's Italian Restaurant take reservations?
Yes — reservations are accepted and strongly recommended, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings when live music draws a full house. Call (904) 268-4458 to book.
Is Enza's Italian Restaurant dog friendly?
No — Enza's is an indoor white-tablecloth restaurant with no outdoor patio, so pets are not permitted. Service animals are welcome per ADA guidelines.
Where do I park near Enza's Italian Restaurant?
Free parking is available in the Marketplace at San Jose shopping-center lot directly outside the restaurant at 10601 San Jose Blvd.
What are the most popular dishes at Enza's Italian Restaurant?
Guest favorites include the lobster ravioli, veal Marsala, veal saltimbocca, Chilean sea bass, and the tiramisu for dessert.
What are Enza's Italian Restaurant's hours?
Enza's is open Tuesday through Sunday from 4 PM, closing at 9 PM Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday, and at 10 PM Friday and Saturday. Closed Mondays.
Does Enza's Italian Restaurant offer takeout or delivery?
Takeout is available by calling the restaurant directly at (904) 268-4458. Enza's does not operate a delivery service in-house.
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