Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano in Branson Missouri
While Branson is known for great entertainment, delicious food certainly comes in a close second. During our recent visit to Branson, we enjoyed a delicious meal at Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano.
Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano is one of the top ranked restaurants on travel sites. Offering authentic Italian & Chef created recipes that will have you so happy that you stopped in for a visit.
As you are seated, you are served warm bread with herb & olive oil dipping sauce. Oh my, I could make a meal of just the bread and dip! But don't fill up on bread or you will miss out on your amazing pasta entree!
Looking for a recommendation to start off your meal? Look no farther than the Italian Nachos. Yep, who knew that there was such a thing – but it is over the top. Featuring a bed of crispy pasta chips, topped with Alfredo sauce, cheese, grilled chicken, olives, pepperoncici, tomatoes, and red onions. All of this has a balsamic reduction drizzled over it. YUM is the best way to describe it.
A Family Business
Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano is a family run business. We met with the owner during our visit and enjoyed learning about the family that owns and runs this restaurant. In case you didn't know, most of the business locations in Branson Missouri are family owned and operated. There are only a few larger chain type locations.
Signature Creations Made Daily
When dining at Florentina’s Ristorante make sure to enjoy their signature creations that are made fresh daily. We were treated to the Fettucini Alfredo which is one of their fan favorites. Soft fettucini noodles tossed in a creamy (and homemade) Parmesan alfredo sauce. It was a warm comfort bite of creamy goodness.
We also enjoyed the Penne Arrabbiata which is pasta in a spicy tomato, basil, and garlic sauce topped with Italian sausage and Parmesan cheese.
And for dessert… oh the wonderful dessert options they offer. It was a tough choice between the Tiramisu, Spumoni Ice Cream or Creme Brulee.
From appetizer to dessert, you can feel the care that goes into the food and surroundings. It has a home like feel and setting. The dining area is nicely decorated and inviting.
Our group had a delicious meal and a wonderful time spent enjoying the fellowship. The relaxed feeling of the staff makes the visit so nice. Being able to relax and feel welcome goes a long way for me.
If you are going to be in the Branson area, make sure you set aside time to enjoy a wonderful casual meal at Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano. Great food, amazing Italian Nachos, and a relaxing atmosphere make for the perfect meal.
This looks like a fantastic place to eat Italian.
Looks amazing! Will try when on trip to Missouri!
OMG it all looks so delicious! We will have to make it a point to eat there if we are ever back in Branson!
FLORENTINA’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO really sounds delicous! I also love that it is a family business. It’s on my list to visit on my next trip to Branson!
I have only been to Branson once but if I go back I am going to make sure to check out this restaurant. Looks wonderful.
Thanks for sharing your experience. Looks like a wonderful place to go and great food.
This restaurant looks like a great place to eat!
Delicious looking food.
This looks nice I would love to go
The food looks so delicious.
Food looks fantastic!
I love Italian–sounds delicious!
Thanks for letting me know about this restaurant. It is on my list fro my October vacation to Missouri. I love Italian food.
looks like you all got treated to a great meal! And Italian nachos? Definitely on my list to try!
sounds awesome.
If I ever visit there I would be sure to try this place!
The food sounds amazing!
This place sounds amazing.
Nothing like authentic Italian food! 😁😋
Looks so delicious! Yum!
Looks like a lovely restaurant with delicious food!
This is making me so hungry for Italian food! I live in missouri but not close to Branson but I want to take a trip and visit this family run eatery!
We are definitely going to have to check this place out next time we are in Branson. We love Branson and try to visit every couple of years.
Don’t fill up on the bread!! Get real if it is good got to eat 🙂 All of the food look and sound so good. Have never been to Branson but maybe someday
Looks like a great place. I’d love to try it. Thanks for posting!
All of their food looks so good!
the Fettucini Alfredo looks so good
Have never been to Branson… hope to get there soon
You just made me very hungry showing those pictures. Would love to go there some time.
Food looks awesome!
Looks delicious
If you ever make it up to RI, come to Providence, we have THE best Italian food!! Federal Hill has some amazing restuarant!!
nice color. my daughter would love
Looks like a nice place. Food looks very yummy!
yum
Nice atmosphere and food that the whole family will like.
Added to my list to visit on my next trip!
sounds tasty