Sette Mezzo Ristorante: Secure Your Seat at Coconut Creek’s Last Truly Classical Italian Gem

“WOW!” Sette Mezzo Ristorante is a discovery, tucked away in an unassuming strip center, yet housing what is considered one of the last truly classical Italian restaurants in the area. This small, quaint space seats about 60 people, offering an intimate, romantic outdoor dining experience and complementing it with an excellent wine list.

The genius behind the menu is gifted Chef Franco Filippone, who prepares all food from scratch using all fresh ingredients—where the most important ingredient is clearly you! The quality is so consistent that every revisit yields the same or better results.

You absolutely must order the appetizer of sausage with roasted peppers and onions when offered; it’s so good, you could enjoy it as a main entree. The seafood is impeccable: the shrimp scampi is incredible, featuring U10 shrimp cooked so perfectly you can cut it with a fork. Look for the frequent special: shrimp with porcini mushrooms and truffle oil over pappardelle pasta, which is simply exquisite.

This classic Italian experience is in high demand. The intimacy of the 60-seat space, combined with the chef’s dedication to scratch cooking, creates a constant rush for tables.

The key to unlocking the full experience is knowing what to order and how to secure your reservation:

Expert-Approved Dishes: You’ll find rare perfection in dishes like the Shrimp Fra Diavolo, which is always seasoned to perfection and not overly spicy, allowing you to appreciate the true balance of flavor. The Chicken Milanese is cooked to a crispy golden brown, and the Jumbo Shrimp Ai Ferri is a perennial favorite.

The Final Must: You must finish the night with the lava cake and ice cream dessert.

Logistics: While they have a very large parking lot, it can get filled quickly. To avoid missing out on a table, make your reservation on opentable.com and earn points while you secure your spot at this classic gem.