★★★★★
A true Orlando classic. The Tortellini Di Stefano is incredible and the marinara tastes like it's been simmering all day. Family-run and it shows in every plate.
Italian Restaurants · Colonialtown Center · Orlando
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Pescatore
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The place
IL Pescatore is a family-run Italian restaurant in Colonialtown Center, Orlando at 651 N Primrose Dr, FL 32803. Founded by Marie and Stefano LaComarre on the former Sorrento's site, the petite cafe has operated for more than two decades and is decorated with nautical accents. The kitchen makes marinara fresh in house and is known for Tortellini Di Stefano, baked calzones, ravioli in garlic-and-oil sauce, manicotti, and tiramisu. Entrees are served with a dinner salad, garlic bread, and a side of pasta marinara. Hours are Monday through Thursday 11am to 9:30pm, Friday 11am to 10pm, and Saturday noon to 10pm; closed Sunday. Dinner averages $20 to $30 per person. Reservations are accepted via OpenTable, and takeout plus Uber Eats delivery are available. Phone (407) 896-6763.
Tucked into a small storefront on N Primrose Drive in Colonialtown Center, IL Pescatore is one of those Orlando classics that locals keep to themselves. Marie and Stefano LaComarre took over the former Sorrento's space and have run the dining room with a family-homey feel and nautical decor for more than 20 years. It's a short drive from Audubon Park, Mills 50, and downtown Orlando, and earns a 4.6-star average across 1,421 Google reviews.
Order the Tortellini Di Stefano — the house signature — alongside the baked calzones that regulars swear by. The fresh, in-house marinara shows up on ravioli, manicotti, and the meatballs, while the garlic-and-oil sauce is the move on ravioli or linguine. Save room for tiramisu. Entrees arrive with a dinner salad, garlic bread, and a side of pasta marinara, so portions land generous for the $$ price point.
The dining room is small, so reservations through OpenTable are a good idea on weekends. There's a parking lot on the Primrose Drive side of the building. Takeout is offered directly through the restaurant, and delivery runs through Uber Eats. The restaurant is closed Sundays — plan around that — and hours run 11am to 9:30pm Monday through Thursday, until 10pm Friday and Saturday (Saturday opens at noon).
Family-owned and operated for 20+ years
House-made marinara and pastas
Reservations via OpenTable
Takeout available
What to expect
Expect a tight, old-school Italian room with nautical touches, hand-made pasta, fresh marinara, and entrees served with salad, garlic bread, and a side of pasta. Service is warm and family-style; dinner runs about $20–$30 per person before drinks.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Calzones were tantalizing and portions are huge — we took half home. The ravioli with garlic and oil is my go-to. Warm, family ambiance.
★★★★★
Twenty-year staple for a reason. Fresh in-house red sauce, generous plates, friendly owners. Small dining room so make a reservation on weekends.
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Frequently asked
Does IL Pescatore take reservations?
Yes — reservations are accepted via OpenTable and are recommended on Friday and Saturday nights because the dining room is small.
Is IL Pescatore dog/pet friendly?
The interior dining room is not pet-friendly; service animals are welcome. There is no dedicated outdoor patio.
Where do I park near IL Pescatore?
There is a free on-site parking lot at 651 N Primrose Dr, plus additional street parking along N Primrose Drive in Colonialtown Center.
What are the most popular dishes at IL Pescatore?
The Tortellini Di Stefano (the house signature), baked calzones, ravioli in garlic-and-oil sauce, manicotti, and tiramisu are the most frequently praised on Google and Yelp.
What are IL Pescatore's hours?
Monday–Thursday 11am–9:30pm, Friday 11am–10pm, Saturday 12pm–10pm. Closed Sunday.
Does IL Pescatore offer takeout or delivery?
Yes — takeout can be ordered by calling (407) 896-6763, and delivery is available through Uber Eats.
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