Welcome to Nazzaro's Italian Cuisine
Nazzaro's Italian Cuisine, nestled in St. Simons Island, GA, offers a deliciously authentic dining experience. From their succulent meatballs and sweet Italian sausage to rich fettuccine alfredo and hearty pasta Bolognese, every dish showcases Italian culinary traditions with a modern twist. The desserts, featuring velvety gelato and indulgent tiramisu, promise a sweet ending. Customers rave about the inviting atmosphere and attentive service, although some staff interactions have raised concerns. Overall, Nazzaro's stands out for its vibrant flavors and commitment to quality. Whether you’re indulging in comfort food or enjoying a refined plate, this culinary gem deserves a visit.
- 196 Retreat Village, St Simons Island, GA 31522, United States196 Retreat Village, St Simons Island, GA 31522, United States Hotline: +1 912-634-6161
Welcome to Nazzaro's Italian Cuisine, a delightful culinary gem located in the heart of St. Simons Island, Georgia. Situated at 196 Retreat Village, this restaurant is not just a dining spot; it's an experience that transports you straight to Italy with every bite. Known for its authentic Italian flavors, Nazzaro's promises a feast for the senses, combining exceptional food, beautiful presentation, and a warm atmosphere.
Imagine savoring perfectly cooked Veal Piccata or indulging in the rich flavors of Veal Parmesan. Each dish reflects traditional Italian recipes, crafted with care and an eye for quality. The menu showcases a delightful selection of offerings beyond just veal, featuring scrumptious options like the Romano Encrusted Chicken and the herb-infused Blackened Salmon, giving diners an array of mouthwatering choices.
The highlight of any meal here is the attention to detail. As one satisfied customer, Trena Smith, noted, the "awesome food, excellent atmosphere, and great wait staff" create a memorable dining experience. Also worthy of mention is the exceptional risotto paired with the flounder special, which Nicole Wimmer described as "superlative.” Each bite is a testament to the restaurant's dedication to culinary excellence.
While the overall dining experience is fantastic, there have been mixed reviews regarding service consistency, as noted by some patrons. Yet, many, like Richa Owen, have emphasized the exceptional service that often accompanies the expertly crafted dishes.
Whether you’re enjoying a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Nazzaro's Italian Cuisine stands as a pillar of fine dining on St. Simons Island. The vibrant flavors, excellent atmosphere, and commitment to fresh ingredients make it a must-visit for both locals and travelers alike. Don’t miss out on the culinary wonder that awaits at this remarkable restaurant.
Make your reservation today by calling +1 912-634-6161. Treat yourself to an unforgettable dining experience at Nazzaro's, where every meal is a celebration of Italian heritage.

Awesome food, excellent atmosphere and great weight staff

One of the best meals we've had in a long time! The flounder special with lemon caper cream sauce and perfect risotto was superlative.

The restaurant, food, and wine list is absolutely amazing!! The food was delicious and beautifully plated. Restaurant slightly on the pricey side but worth it. Our waitress was sweet, knowledgeable, and professional. Other waitresses were VERY unprofessional, verbally fighting over tables, speaking about how she was quitting (pure ignorance). She should have been fired for carrying on in the dining area around and disrupting customers.

Best Italian food on St. Simons. Good atmosphere and good bar service!

Super great place with great food and a great atmosphere. We loved the food and place so much we hung out for over 2 hours. Food was very tasty and service was exceptional. We definitely will be back and we totally recommend this business. Give it a try!!

We had a large group of 20 people come in for dinner & Kimberly took amazing care of us. The food was absolutely incredible and Kimberly is an excellent server. Each order was cooked to perfection and no one’s glass was empty. Highly recommend this restaurant and definitely ask for Kimberly!

Returned again on 7/3/24. Excellent meal, excellent service, probably the best Italian meal I’ve had in years. Just like being in NY. Service was beyond professional, chicken Marsala incredible, chicken Parm great, egg plant Parm perfect. Drinks professional and wine excellent. Prices reasonable. Thank you so much for a wonderful time for our family. Returned for two to go orders March 10th 2023. Had a drink while waiting. Spoke with great locals at the bar. Didn’t want to leave, but had to due to the wife being hungry. My lasagna was excellent, probably one of the best I’ve had, salad okay...pretty boring, size of meal portion very good. The wife’s chicken piccata no so good. For some reason they put tomato sauce on the pasta and used angel hair instead of linguini. Seemed over cooked also. Size of portion not good. Seemed like a lot of potential here, with awesome people, service professional, atmosphere good, especially at bar, but some meals just seem bizarre. Seems to be doing very well and has been here for many years. Hope them the best. I must admit I am critical when it comes to Italian food. Thank you! Large orderFirst time here after moving to St Simons. To go order. Very impressed with atmosphere, professional service from hostess and bartender. Upscale Italian restaurant with Italian decor very well done. Chicken and eggplant parmigiana excellent, but my preference is a deeper gravy flavor, salads and dressing fresh, and bread fresh and tasty. Will try deserts next time. Hopefully they have espresso. I’m told they’ve been here 21 years. Thank you!

A friend and I came here for dinner after a long day of emergency room procedures. We were looking for a good meal, a nice glass of Chianti and just a moment to relax. We arrived at 8 o’clock and hoped that the kitchen would still be open because we were late and they were open. We glanced at the daily specials and saw so many good things to choose from. My friend had the Georgia shrimp and I had the red fish and it was the best meal that I’ve had in a very long time! The Chianti was smooth and tasty. I would love to go back there again tonight For some more of the same!