Best italian restaurant on Reddit
426 reviews from r/Seattle, r/cincinnati, r/vegaslocals and 48 more subreddits
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#1
Spinasse
5.0
(16)
"Spinasse, San Fermo and Il Terrazzo Carmine are my top 3."
"You should make reservations."
"Spinasse and it's literally not close."
"Spinasse or Cornelly."
"I hate to say it (because of the price) but the answer is Spinasse."
"Spinasse - tough to get a res but really fantastic."
"Spinasse has amazing pastas and reasonably priced."
"Spinnasse!"
"Spinasse is absolutely amazing."
"Spinasse really is excellent!"
#2
Sotto
4.6
(16)
"1. Sotto"
"Sotto. I know it’s been said a million times but it’s amazing."
"Sotto"
"Sotto is also excellent."
"Sotto"
"1 Sotto 2 pepp and Dolores 3 Nicolas and 4 Mamas on Main"
"Sotto. Biagios."
"Definitely sotto but I’m surprised no one has mentioned Subito as a runner up."
"1. Sotto 2. Pepp & Dolores 3. Nicola’s."
"It’s Sotto."
#3
Nora's
4.8
(12)
"The best Italian in Vegas."
"Nora's is my fave. Best Osso Bucco I've had."
"For the rest of my days."
"Really good."
"Nora’s monzu and Esther’s kitchen!"
"Nora’s (my absolute favorite) or Casa di Amore."
"Nora’s, Monzu or if you’re looking for something kind of old school Casa Di Amore."
"Noras on flamingo near jones."
"Nora’s is amazing"
"Nora’s is fantastic"
#4
Ferraro's
4.7
(9)
"I'm a big fan."
"Ferraros! Can't believe no one said it yet."
"Ferraro's on Paradise Road"
"Another vote for Ferraros."
"I second Ferraro's Paradise and Harmon."
"Hands down for me is Ferraro's."
"Off strip can't go wrong with ferraro's or esta's kitchen on strip you should give mother wolf a try"
"Ferraro’s"
"I think I’ve dwindled it down to either Ferraro’s, Monzu, or Vetri."
#5
Olive Garden
3.4
(12)
"Olive garden 10/10."
"Olive garden."
"Olive Garden the pizza and French fires and bread sticks are superior"
"Because when you're there, you're family."
"Olive Garden always"
"Olive Garden"
"You really haven’t lived until you’ve tried Olive Garden."
"Olive Garden."
"Olive Garden"
"Olive Garden."
#6
Il Buco
5.0
(8)
"Just got back from Barrie. Il Buco was incredible."
"Il buco, ate there Friday night for the first time in awhile and it's still so good."
"If I had to pick I’d be il buco."
"Il Buco, Bacio Trattoria and Pizzeria Italia."
"Il Buco. Not only best Italian, but one of the best restaurants in town."
"Il Buco."
"Il Buco, hands down, especially their lunch menu in terms of quality for price."
"Il buco for price and quality."
#7
Little Italy
4.7
(7)
"As italian myself, Little Italy."
"Got to be Little Italy, while I love Japanese food, Little Italy has got to be, in my opinion, one of the top 5 restaurants in York."
"The owner of Little Italy also owns Blue Elephant and Blue Table thai food."
"Ferraris Little Italy in Madeira."
"Little Italy is really good. One of the best pasta and pizza I had in Indore."
"Little Italy and el paradiso used to be pretty good."
"Little Italy is good."
#8
Villa Di Roma
4.6
(7)
"Villa di Roma and Saloon!!!"
"Villa di Roma has the best gravy and meatballs in the city."
"Villa di Roma is my fave."
"Villa di Roma, hands down."
"The Saloon is my #1, villa di Roma, and Ralph’s"
"Villa Di Roma, Giuseppe & Sons, Bomb Bomb, Dante & Luigi’s & Trattoria Carina are all my favs!"
"Villa di Roma and cosplay a mafia don"
#9
Pink Door
4.4
(7)
"Pink Door - Pike Place"
"Pink Door."
"Pink Door"
"Pink door has a really cool vibe."
"The pink door is a vibe with excellent lasagna."
"I love the Pink Door by the market."
"Pink Door or Il Nido!"
#10
Carelli's
4.3
(7)
"So good."
"Carelli’s is the correct answer."
"In South Boulder."
"Carelli's"
"Carelli's is far better."
"Carelli's!"
"I like Carelli's"
#11
Luca
4.8
(6)
"Luca knocks it out of the park."
"Luca (recently renamed casa de luna) is exactly and specifically what you're looking for."
"Over all, Luca."
"Luca is definitely a favorite in this house."
"Luca is an amazing local."
"Luca is pretty good."
#12
Il Nido
4.8
(6)
"Il Nido which is very fancy."
"Il Nido. Best restaurant in Seattle."
"Il nido if you want upscale fare."
"Il Nido."
"Il Nido"
"Il Nido is also good for modern Italian."
#13
Napoli
4.7
(6)
"We chose Napoli this time. Service was very good, dinner and dessert was fantastic!"
"Napoli"
"Napoli serves great food"
"Napoli is great, big menu & super venue."
"Thanks everyone, we're going to give Napoli a try this time!"
"Napoli"
#14
Viggiano's
5.0
(5)
"Viggiano’s by a country mile!"
"We love Viggiano’s"
"Viggiano's is by far the best Italian in the Cape May area."
"I like Viggianos a lot. Their cannoli is the best I’ve had."
"Viggiano's and Panico's."
#15
Leeward
5.0
(5)
"I think Leeward is wonderful if you’re looking for a modern twist."
"Leewards or bust."
"Leeward is great."
"Leeward is great."
"Leeward and solo Italiano are probably #1&2."
#16
Forno
5.0
(5)
"Forno, Nicola's, Sotto and Subito are my favorites."
"5. Forno"
"Authentic Italian? Forno."
"Forno has authentic Italian food."
"Forno is the best pizza in Cincinnati."
#17
Italian Connection
4.0
(6)
"The Italian Connection 🤌🇮🇹🍝🍷🥖"
"Italian Connection. And it’s not even close."
"For true authentic Italian food there is a place called the Italian connection. Make a reservation. It’s really great"
"Italian connection for the experience but salvatori’s is 🐐"
"I thought the Italian Connection had closed, but I seem to be wrong."
"I haven’t been in a year but I went to Italian Connection last August and it was so bad."
#18
Cafe Lago
4.8
(5)
"Cafe Lago"
"Cafe Lago!"
"Extremely tasty."
"Cafe Lago in Montlake"
"Cafe Lago!"
#19
Mucca Osteria
4.8
(5)
"Is my go-to."
"The closest to authentic Italian I've found."
"Are can't miss choices."
"Their food is otherworldly."
"Is classic and always great."
#20
Rosa's
4.8
(5)
"Rosa's is top tier."
"Rosas!"
"Rosa's is top tier."
"Rosa’s"
"Surprised no one has mentioned Rosas."
#21
Serafina
4.6
(5)
"Serafina in Eastlake"
"Wife and I enjoy Serafina."
"Serafina!"
"Serafinas is also a great option for events and has a f"
"# Serafina in Nob Hill, great food, great service."
#22
Nate's Italian Kitchen
4.6
(5)
"Nate's Italian Kitchen........!!!!!"
"Nates Italian kitchen- HUGE portions for a great price."
"Nate's Italian Kitchen"
"Nate’s Italian kitchen is pretty good."
"Nate’s Italian Kitchen on Golf Links and Kolb."
#23
Limoncello
4.4
(5)
"Limoncello in Noordhoek as well"
"I’ve had some damn good meals at Limoncello in Belltown."
"I love Limoncello, Noordhoek."
"Limoncello!"
"[https://www.limoncellobaltimore.com/] Went here for work event great food."
#24
Union
4.4
(5)
"Union or Gales."
"Union by a lot"
"Union! We also enjoyed Marina."
#25
Il Pastaio
4.0
(5)
"Il Pastaio."
"Il Pastaio!"
"Il pastio is good."
"Stella is pretty good but for the price, it is hard to beat Il Pastaio."
"Best food: il Pastaio."
#26
Mappatura
5.0
(4)
"Mappatura 100% The calamari is a must!"
"I’ve had good meals every time at Mappatura and Pazzo."
"Mappatura! Incredible food and service."
"Mappatura! Full stop"
#27
Antoni's
5.0
(4)
"Antoni’s is great and a nice ambiance."
"Antoni’s is a top pick!"
"Antoni’s in the oil center. Get the eggplant parm."
"Antoni’s, hands down."
#28
Gino's
5.0
(4)
"Gino’s. Get the bread."
"Gino's."
"Gino’s for upscale Italian date night atmosphere."
"Gino’s . Hands down!!"
#29
Vivace
5.0
(4)
"Vivace, Caruso’s, Giuseppe’s."
"Vivace, Bottega Michelango and Roma."
"Vivace"
"Vivace is amazing and has a literally famous city view."
#30
Piero's
5.0
(4)
"There is no decision. PIERO’S is THE BEST."
"Piero’s is our favorite"
"For high end!"
"I would add."
#31
ROMA
5.0
(4)
"Roma in Oakville/Watertown and D’Amelio’s in Waterbury are incredible."
"Roma for sure! We had a tiny wedding reception dinner there."
"I love Roma. My favorite dish is the seasonal pumpkin/squash ravioli."
"ROMAS 100%."
#32
Frasca
5.0
(4)
"Frasca"
"However, Frasca is always wonderful and I’d highly recommend."
"Expensive: Frasca."
"According to the Michelin guide, Frasca."
#33
Vetri Cucina
5.0
(4)
"Vetri Cucina is the closest thing he’s found in the area to the food he gets at home in Italy."
"Vetri Cucina."
"Vetri Cucina. Cicala at the Divine Lorraine."
"If you want the high end and a tasting menu experience, thats gonna be Vetri Cucina."
#34
Del Rios
4.8
(4)
"Del Rios - for hearty family feel - we do family Birthdays there and everyone loves it - never had a bad meal."
"Delrios is the only real answer. Just trust me on this one OP."
"Delrios and ONLY Delrios. It’s a cult fave for a reason."
"I like Del Rios and Marzanos on Fossgate! Honestly there’s loads of good Italians in York!"
#35
Nicola's
4.8
(4)
"2. Nicola’s"
"If you want authentic Italian it is Nicola's."
"Nicola's by a lot imo."
#36
Tre Scalini
4.8
(4)
"Tre Scalini is absolutely wonderful! Best in the valley."
"Tre Scalini puts Mamas on main Street to shame."
"Tre Scalini is our gold standard."
"Tre Scalini is good"
#37
Esther's Kitchen
4.8
(4)
"Esther's Kitchen or gondola"
"It’s not close."
"Esther's Kitchen, and Gaetano's are my fav's."
"Esther’s Kitchen and Al Solito Posto are our favorites."
#38
Carbone
4.8
(4)
"Carbone"
"On strip Carbone."
"Carbone and Monzu (sister to Nora's, which I don't enjoy and would not recommend) 10/10."
"Carbone."
#39
Aromi
4.8
(4)
"Best Italian food I've had in Vegas."
"So good."
"The one my wife(Italian) and I miss the most is Aromi's."
"Aromi."
#40
Gaetano's
4.8
(4)
"Gaetanos is by far my favourite"
"Always my favorite. They make their own pastas and sauces."
"Old school, red sauce vibe."
"We like Gaetano's in Henderson and Al Solito Posto"
#41
Roma Imports
4.8
(4)
"Roma Imports is gonna be your best authentic option."
"Roma Imports"
"Roma Imports, Roccos Little Chicago, Zona 78."
"Roma Imports is my favorite!"
#42
Bella Vita
4.8
(4)
"Bella Vita is wonderful."
"Bella Vita is our favorite Italian place but I have been dying to try Boccatto"
"Bella Vita was amazing the last time I went."
"Bella Vita or Napoli. Not Luciano's. Not worth the drive."
#43
Chicago Joe's
4.5
(4)
"Tbh the hidden gem of Vegas is Chicago joes. It’s like you’re in your grandmas house but the food is fantastic."
"Chicago joes"
"Chicago Joe's.....4th & Gass."
"Chicago Joe's downtown"
#44
Gondolier
4.5
(4)
"Not enough love for the Gondolier on this thread."
"Kinda a hidden gem but their spaghetti is amazing"
"Gondolier sit at the bar super cool staff!"
"Gondolier is nice"
#45
Gian-Tony's
4.5
(4)
"Gian-Tony’s on the Hill."
"I’d probably go with Gian-Tony’s myself."
"You will be happy with anywhere thats open Sunday on The Hill."
"Gian-Tony’s is open on Sunday night and they have t-ravs."
#46
Vic's
4.5
(4)
"We love Vic’s but ONLY the one in downtown Raleigh so far!"
"Vic’s downtown at City Market."
"Vic’s downtown"
"Vic's in City Market or Vivo on Six Forks near Vinnies."
#47
Il Pizzico
4.5
(4)
"Il Pizzico"
"In MoCo, Il Pizzico far and away the best option."
"Il pizzico but keep an eye out for Aventino."
"Il Pizzico in rockville."
#48
Osteria
4.5
(4)
"Osteria hands down."
"My faves in Philly are Osteria."
"- Osteria."
"Osteria."
#49
Capo's
4.5
(4)
"Capos!!"
"The Lasagna at Capos was the first I had that put my mom's to shame."
"Capos"
"A great spot for local Italian."
#50
Monzu
4.5
(4)
"Highly recommended."
"Very intimate venue and the best italian ive had."
"Monzu!"
"I think I’ve dwindled it down to either Ferraro’s, Monzu, or Vetri."
#51
Luigi's
4.3
(4)
"Luigi's is obviously the best in town."
"Is good, but I think they only do lunch hours."
"Personally I like Luigi’s"
"Luigis!"
#52
Bootlegger
4.3
(4)
"Bootlegger has never disappointed - food or the atmosphere."
"Bootlegger or Cjicago Joe's!"
"Be sure to make reservations."
"Good."
#53
Scaddabush
4.3
(4)
"I love scaddabush and they opened a location in Guelph over the summer!!"
"Scaddabush was great. Buon Gusto would be my second choice."
"We just went to Scaddabush this weekend, and it was surprisingly excellent!"
"What about that new Italian restaurant scaddabush in the metro plaza?"
#54
Casa di Papi
4.3
(4)
"Casa di Papi 200% The typical italian environment and I know they use only imported fresh italian products"
"Casa di Papi."
"Casa di Papi for us"
"For its price point, I think Casa Di Papi is really amazing."
#55
Casa Carbone
4.0
(4)
"Casa Carbone on Glenwood Avenue."
"Take her to the granny spot! Casa Carbone!"
"Casa Carbone on Glenwood is a very old school Italian joint."
"If she's nostalgic Casa Carbone on Glenwood is a very old school Italian joint."
#56
Nostrana
5.0
(3)
"So incredible everything from the service to the food to the wine."
"Are can't miss choices."
"Is superb as well."
#57
Le Virtu
5.0
(3)
"Le virtu is the best for finer dining."
#58
Cafe Campli
5.0
(3)
"Cafe Campli (Lauraville) and Daniella (Hampden) are worth looking at as well."
"Skip all these places and go to Cafe Campli, really charming little place in Hamilton."
"Cafe Campli in Lauraville (in Baltimore City) is my life and I's absolute favorite."
#59
Il Chianti
5.0
(3)
"Il Chianti in Henderson. Chef Rudy is the bomb."
"Il Chianti in Henderson"
"Il Chianti is the BEST Italian restaurant in Vegas."
#60
Via Vecchia
5.0
(3)
"Via Vecchia!"
"The best Italian Restaurant in Portland is Via Vecchia."
"Via Vecchia is good and has a really cool atmosphere."
#61
Capri
5.0
(3)
"Capri in Burr Ridge."
"Capri in Burr Ridge Seeeeend it!"
"Capri in Burr ridge"
#62
Alessia's
5.0
(3)
"Alessia’s and then gelato next door for dessert."
"Alessia's or Baci"
"Alessia’s is amazing"
#63
La Fontana Siciliana
5.0
(3)
"La Fontana Siciliana."
"La Fontana Siciliana. Super fancy but reasonably priced."
"La Fontana Siciliana in Belltown."
#64
The Pink Door
5.0
(3)
"The Pink Door."
"The food is delicious and the ambiance feels very Seattle."
"My favorite fancy one is the Pink Door."
#65
Giorgio
5.0
(3)
"Giorgio On Pine is soooooo good."
"I say Georgio on Pine"
#66
Vetri
5.0
(3)
"In Philly? Vetri."
"Vetri"
"Vetri. Top of The Palms casino."
#67
Trinacria
4.7
(3)
"Trinacria for lighter food - Sicilian with the added bonus of the best ice cream / geleto in York."
"Trinacria, Il Paradiso Del Cibo both excellent."
"Trinacria on Bishopthorpe road"
#68
Antonis
4.7
(3)
"Antonis is my fave."
"Antonis or Tito's in Abbeville"
"Antonis, Marcelo’s, sarricas."
#69
Caruso's Grocery
4.7
(3)
"Caruso's Grocery and Red Hen are both great options."
"I'd recommend Caruso’s Grocery, La Collina, The Red Hen, Floriana, and Retrobottega."
"Carusos grocery in Rockville pike or Ema Rossi."
#70
Parma
4.7
(3)
"In Louisville!"
"Parma. I've been there many times. Excellent service and food."
"Parma and Via Toscana in Louisville are both great"
#71
Bacco
4.7
(3)
"Killer veal Parmesan and a nice atmosphere."
"Bacco is really great. It's got a beautiful outdoor seating area if the weather is nice."
"Bacco in Thonglor."
#72
Marcello's
4.7
(3)
"Marcello’s is so good."
"Marcellos is pretty consistently good."
#73
Fiorella
4.7
(3)
"My favorites: Fiorella in Philadelphia. Better to get a reservation."
"Fiorella"
"Echoing what everyone is saying: fiorella, l’angolo, osteria, murph’s."
#74
Italian American Club
4.7
(3)
"Also Italian American club and casa di amore."
"Italian American Club on E Sahara. It's classy."
"Can’t miss with any of these."
#75
Battista's
4.7
(3)
"It's the best."
"Battistas"
"Battistas"
#76
Oenotri
4.7
(3)
"Oenotri will not disappoint."
"It’s the best."
"Oenotri, Bistro Don Giovanni, Allegria all good places."
#77
Cafe Lucci
4.7
(3)
"Cafe Lucci in Glenview!"
"Is excellent."
"Cafe Lucci Glenview"
#78
Manhattan's
4.7
(3)
"Manhattan's! Food, vibe, music, cocktails!"
"Manhattans!! Live music before 9 and great variety of food."
"Manhattan’s in Guelph is good."
#79
Bella Monica
4.7
(3)
"Another fan of Bella Monica here."
"Bella Monica, cute family restaurant. I love their chicken parm."
"I love Bella Monica personally, but I’m a Celiac, so take that with the understanding that I never have eaten a standard dish."
#80
North Italia
4.3
(3)
"North Italia has the best chicken pesto."
"How has nobody said north Italia?"
"North Italia in Gilbert is good!"
#81
Lombardo's
4.3
(3)
"Lombardo's hands down"
"Lombardos
Villa romana
Malibu in surgside Beach"
"Lombardos"
#82
Michael Angelo's
4.3
(3)
"GO TO MICHAEL ANGELOS!!!"
"I like Michaelangelos and Dominic’s on the NW side."
"Michaelangelos is pretty great"
#83
Cibo
4.3
(3)
"Been to Cibo a few times. Very good food."
"It’s cibo"
"Cibo was great."
#84
Angelo's
4.3
(3)
"Angelo's"
"Angelo’s for traditional, better than Olive Garden"
"Angelo's is a good family Italian place not too far from WSU."
#85
Enrigo Italian Bistro
4.3
(3)
"Enrigo Italian Bistro in Cary or Gravy in Raleigh."
"Not saying it’s the best but enrigo italian bistro in cary at waverly place has always been solid."
"I've only been there once, but I really liked Enrigo Italian Bistro in Cary."
#86
Grazie
4.3
(3)
"There are many others: - Grazie."
"Grazie is great. Penza pasta is delicious there."
#87
Dominick's
4.3
(3)
"I really really love dominicks real Italian!"
"Dominick’s are pretty old school Italian American places."
"My Wife and i like Dominicks on Thornedale & Cotaro."
#88
Cinghiale
4.3
(3)
"Cinghiale, Limoncello, Marta's."
"Thanks everyone for the suggestions!!! So many options."
"What about Cinghiale? I've never been, but it's definitely on my fancy Italian restaurant list."
#89
Caprese Trattoria
4.3
(3)
"Caprese Trattoria in Longmont off Hover.. trust me"
"In Longmont"
"Caprese Trattoria in Longmont is very good and relatively inexpensive"
#90
Caruso's
4.3
(3)
"My favorite is Caruso's on 4th Ave, make sure to get the Caruso sauce."
"Was pretty good."
"We like Caruso's and rocco's alot."
#91
La Bocca Felice
4.0
(3)
"La Bocca Felice or J Trani's Ristorante"
"La Bocca Felice!"
"La Bocca Felice is a rip off"
#92
Luciano's
4.0
(3)
"Drive down to Mulvane (just straight shot on Rock road to the south) and go to Luciano's."
"Luciano’s"
"An acquaintance, who is from Italy, swears by Luciano's in Mulvane for the most authentic Italian."
#93
Fontina Grill
4.0
(3)
"Fontina Grille in King Farm."
"Fontina Grille in King Farm neighborhood, Rockville 🤌🏼💋"
"We enjoy Fontina Grill in King Farm."
#94
Gaia
4.0
(3)
"Gaia in Berwyn, Posto 31 Lagrange Park, Cucina Paradiso Oak Park, II Vicolo Oak Park"
"Gaia in Berwyn"
#95
Fiamma
4.0
(3)
"Fiamma"
"People RAVE about Fiamma"
#96
Fazoli's
3.7
(3)
"Slaps."
"Highly recommend Fazoli's. Great breadsticks and pasta."
"Fazoli's near Rivergate Mall"
#97
Amelia
2.7
(3)
"Amelia’s!"
"Amelia’s is average."
"Amelia's, Antonio's and Sole Mio do not fill the vacuum."
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