Il Ritorno celebrated its five-year anniversary on downtown St. Pete's 400 block last week. Credit: Courtesy of Il Ritorno

Il Ritorno celebrated its five-year anniversary on downtown St. Pete’s 400 block last week. Credit: Courtesy of Il Ritorno

Early next year, Il Ritorno is prepared to start serving its modern Italian cuisine on Sundays. The change will take effect Jan. 7 and will allow owners Erica and chef David Benstock to fulfill their constant requests for reservations and private parties.

The downtown St. Pete restaurant, which celebrated its five-year anniversary on the 400 block last week, plans to operate 5 p.m. to close Sunday, unless there's a private party. 

Il Ritorno will also be closed for the Super Bowl. But, still — Happy New Year indeed.