50 Best Italian Restaurants near Oakland

“Great place for dinner.great service and very efficient and accommodating.Great management.Was a bit busy and grounded, but it was a Saturday night,so that is to be expected. Had a great experience.worth going back again for lunch or dinner.“

“Excellent place that has been around for a while. They know good food, and have a great atmosphere. Personally, I think they have the best pizza in town. They have consistently good service that never disappoints, and everything on their menu is delicious and well worth the trip here.Parking: The parking could be better, but they do have a valet on site that takes care of all of that.“

“So glad there is a Singa's near us - pizza is always great. They are generous with toppings and even offer a "half cooked" option so you can finish cooking at home for a fresh pizza experience later. Owner/Staff are always pleasant too.“

“Just passing through on a road trip. As a former Jersey resident, the slices were perfect— crisp on the bottom, slightly chewy, cheese stretchy but not falling off the slice. Far better than any slice we could get in PA. A solid choice, served with a smile and for fair prices.“

“Great Italian restaurant, great service and atmosphere. But the most important thing is the food - the food we received was a wonderful ray of Italy on this rainy day. Even though there were loud parties nearby, it was great. It's definitely worth visiting.“

“The food is awesome great flavors and authentic tastes of a home cooked meal. The service is awesome Jacob our waiter was top notch and one of the reasons we will come back. The ambiance is a bit eclectic and trendy very welcoming. If you want a great meal at a great value, the Gencarelli‘s knock it out of the park.“

“I read some old reviews on Frank's after I had experienced eating there a while back and frankly that's what led me to write this review. Everyone has an opinion, so be it, but mine is in support of this establishment as are so many others. Every other Thursday or so , a group of my friends frequent Frank's and are treated royally. It's good, no matter what we order. Personal size pizzas, dinner entrees or sandwiches are all excellent at a fair price.“

“Great ? ? ? Vibes the food is good , the service is average at best unless the manager is pouring ? ? ? ? ? yourdrink at the bar. Which in my case was single malt or blended 12 year old or more scotch for me and Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon Wine ? ? ? ☺️ ? ? for my wife. He gave us generous pours ? ? ✌️ ? cheers to him. One Friday a month the have a DJ. he isgood, the Vibes are exceptional when he spins.“

“One of our favorite restaurants! The food is incredibly flavorful, and everyone from the owner to the greeter to the waiters are a pleasure to talk with, making the experience that much better. It can get a bit noisy, but the tables are spaced so you're not right on top of your neighbor. Suggestions- Apps- Malfatti, Polpette, Cauliflower Sformatino Main- Spinach & Roasted Garlic Risotto, Cherry Braised Short Ribs, Sunday Gravy, Braised Veal Cheek. Dessert- Beignets, Carrot Cake These are our favorites, but I've heard no complaints about any dishes.“

“Eggplant parm dinner delicious, second time ordering. I was ordering Italian dinners from some other local restaurants. But coworkers raved about the pizza, and fb best of bergen people raved about the eggplant parm.. so I had to try. This place is truly better. Definately check them out!“

“We recently dined at Artemio’s Prime and Proper restaurant and let me tell you, it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The ambiance of the restaurant was inviting and cozy, with a beautiful decor that made me feel right at home. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu.But the real star of the show was the food. Every dish we tried was a masterpiece of flavor and presentation. From the appetizers to the main course to the dessert, each bite was a delight for the taste buds. The ingredients were fresh and high-quality, and you could tell that a lot of care and passion went into preparing each dish.I highly recommend Artemis's restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a delicious meal, you won't be disappointed. I can't wait to go back and try more of their amazing dishes. Trust me, you won't regret dining at Artemio’ Prime and Proper restaurant in Ringwood Nj“

“OUTSTANDING!!! 10 STARS!!! Michael was amazing from the minute we walked in the door. I had my daughters bridal shower here and could not brag enough. The decor was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the venue is immaculate. Michael was very professional and helpful. He guided us, gave great recommendations and his communication was above and beyond!!! The accommodations were incredible, the chef was fabulous and the staff was terrific! I definitely recommend this venue! *****“

“Came in for Friday evening take out. Love watching a glimpse of the cooking in the back and appreciate the zeppoli treats. Not just pizza it is authentic Italian cuisine. Never a bad meal.“

“Friendly staff, great food! Cool location but should be more centrally located. Too good to be kept a secret :)“

“The best pizza in NJ“

“Ok. I found a place that makes broccoli rabe like I do. That's rare.I've tried 3 different things so far and all were amazing. My new go to.Parking: We went about 11:30 in the morning and there was plenty of parking on the street. We got in we got out.“

“Absolutely amazing. Julia was our waitress and she was very attentive but not overbearing like others can be. She knew when to come and check on us and when we just wanted to be. Food was as always, delicious.“

“Today I brought the Boys to Due Fratelli in Hawthorne. Little did I know we had been here years ago when it was Primo Amore !!! A very special thanks to Briana who went above and beyond for our crew of eleven. Not only was the service impeccable, but she gave us a Veteran discount and brought us an additional order of some mighty good Cannoli!! For the most reasonably priced Italian restaurant we've been to , I highly recommend Due Fratelli. We only had one appetizer which was the Fried Calamari which was excellent. For our entree we had : Italian Wrap , Eggplant Parmigiana, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Veal Piccata, Chicken Parmigiana, Veal Salvational, Chicken Mediterranean, Chicken Scarpariello . Cappuccino followed with Cannoli, Cheesecake, and a Pistachio Cake that was off the charts !“

“Small and intimate spacing. They do have specials that aren't on the menu that they show you on an iPad. The hostess was absolutely lovely, and the servers were all friendly and accommodating. I had the veal chop, and my husband had the club steak. Everything was delicious. I would go again.“

“This review is so overdue! This restaurant has become my go-to place for the best food in the area. I have tried so many restaurants but none keeps on calling my taste buds like La Cambusa! I come with my hubby and daughter and most recently with some of my betsies..I love their menu is small but super delicious. Their appetizers are amazing ? the little bruschetta at the beginning is so yummy and you kind of build it yourself. The flavors are super clean and sauces are light and full of flavors. Sometimes food is drenched in so much sauce that it loses its unique flavor but not here. Every dish is a perfect harmonious bite. It is BYOB which is a plus. Keep up with the nice clean flavors! See you soon…“

“In my opinion, Perusia has the best thin crust pizza in town, we also loved the mussels, ravioli, bolognese, & tortellini. We were there for our Daughters birthday party today, and she and her friends loved the pizza, spaghetti & meatballs, & the pasta pomodoro and had a great time. The staff were incredibly helpful and nice, they held our birthday cake overnight for us and allowed us to decorate the table an hour before hand while the kids were at the escape room in the next shopping center. The restaurant is comfortable and clean. Thank you so much.“

“The three of us went for a late breakfast. We were seated quickly. The place was about 40% full. We ordered food and then the lunch crowd arrived. Our server was very good and took our order with some special notes without fail. This is our fifth time eating here, and Giovanna did not fail on the food. Cheese steak sandwhich had Sautee onions and plenty of thinly sliced steak. It was delicious. We also had eggs over easy, which was done perfectly. The eggs had those fried little eggs of egg whites. Link sausage was tender, juicy, and very flavorful. Scramble eggs were light and tasty, sliced avocados on top were fresh and complemented the dish nicely. It also came with a fresh fruit cup. A complementary refresh on the coffee is a nice touch. The only downside is that when it's busy, the wait time is long. We have waited .45 mins for a table. Street parking only.“

“Always try to the best, make the customers happy, make sure they enjoy their meals. give a good service and good food.Mezza Luna Bistro .“

“$dumbanddumb I am being left out I will be honest they raped me and Katherine told me mr menzel hired people to say tommy but Stewart from b and f paint can show Ryan Henry is now owner of this“

“Just stopped in/didn’t realize owners changed. They were super accommodating g while under construction. Grab a small marg pie w grilled chicken and it was really good.“

“HOLY SMOKES! It's been a long time since I was left satisfied and smiling! This Chicken Carciofi is a master class, must-have item in your take out rotation. The focaccia crunch blended with the heavenly fresh mozzzy ooooooooh MAMA!!! When I eat this sandwich, I travel to another dimension, and I'm comfortable in that place, it feels like home. Add on the special, yet delicate ARANCINOs and I am LOST, barely aware of my surroundings, struggling to gather myself. God Bless America and God Bless Adam and those soldiers at Francesca's!“

“I’ve written more than one review here, probably with multiple emails, or maybe the same one. Who knows. Going on a tour de Bergen County with reviews since I no longer live in the area, and have come to find how incredibly spoiled us Bergen County folks are for the food we have access to. This place is one of them. I’ve never had pizza this good inside or outside of Bergen County. Miss this place a lot, even the lovely owners, and I stop in every trip back to get a slice that I eat straight away—because it’s the only way. Gonna have to plan another trip. Perfecto pizza. Probably can only get better in literal Italy.“

“IL Palazzo Catered our PTO Luncheon for Teacher Appreciation Week, and it was such an incredible day! The food was amazing, and they were so gracious to deliver the food to us, and even assist us with setup. Nicole was wonderful in the process of planning, delivery, and considering all of the paper goods we would need to feed 120 staff members on site. THANK YOU SO MUCH!“

“If you want top notch food and service, you need go to this restaurant. I first went to Justin's few years ago. We don't get to go as much now because we have moved, but it's as delicious as ever! We took my children here for my bday dinner. We drove few minutes because we love this place so much.“

“My family and I each enjoyed fantastic service and food at Pazza today. We were offered seats in or outdoors and chose to sit inside. I have celiac and absolutely loved their gluten-free penne shrimp fra diavolo! So spicy and delicious. We all left feeling happy and very full!“

“My wife and I had the pleasure of dining at Spigas tonight, first time since New owner. We have been going to Spiga for years with Joe and Laura as owners. We always liked it there. I will say that tonight s dinner was exceptional. The service and the food was second to none. Great value, huge portions and fresh seafood ,cooked to perfection!. Our server Alexa was a pro who loves what she does. Hard to come by these days. Before we left we booked Mother s day, party if 12. Try this restaurant, you will love it. I wish them success.“

“I ordered the chicken parm dinner and it was fantastic. This is one of the best chicken parm’s I think I’ve ever had. Thin chicken cutlets that are pan fried and crispy with the perfect amount of cheese melted on top. The sauce was great and the garlic bread was like nothing I’ve ever had before but it was very good. The best part was they delivered it to an address I’m parked at for the night with my tractor trailer.“

“This place is new. If you live in the area you should make your way to Arca for dinner. It was super busy however, they were able to handle the crowd. We were seated in just a few minutes, Our waiter came with the drinks right away. The selection of wine is impressive. The food was good service was good atmosphere was very good. Definitely worth the dining experience.“

“When Claudia is crafting your sandwiches, you can rest assured that they'll be absolutely delightful. This place offers great value, reliability, and speed. Despite their efficiency, the food still retains that comforting homemade taste and feel. I wholeheartedly recommend it with a perfect score of 10/10!“

“I stopped into Danny's Pizza early in the day, shortly after they opened. I saw a sign outside that said they were voted #1 best pizza which I'm usually skeptical about. After having a slice though, I was pleasantly surprised. The pizza had a thin, crispy base with an incredibly flavorful sauce. The sauce to cheese ratio was spot on and the cheese was perfectly fresh and melted to perfection. Even the crust was bready and delicious. I'm definitely a fan.“

“It is one the best pies around and you have to go and enjoy the quality of the pie.. sauce crust cheese... always consistent! all so evenly prepared... dinners are solid as well.. order a pie as soon as u get there.. then review the menu for dinner!“

“one of the best lunches I had in a long time. Four of us go out every Wednesday for lunch at different places and this is one of the top 3, highly recommend. Trey really knows how to treat his customers.“

“We had our daughters communion party at Axton’s and what a great overall experience!! Food was amazing! Chef Anton never fails to deliver and present the most delicious and beautiful apps and entrees ! Fran and Hope are great waitresses. The service is always top notch ! The atmosphere is so beautiful. They had everything exactly what I envisioned for my daughters beautiful day and so much more! We had the best day ! Highly recommend for parties, intimate date nights with hubby or a family night out! Love this restaurant!!!!“

“We had my daughters baby shower here yesterday. The food was absolutely amazing! The manager Sam was extremely easy to work with long distance (I live in Pennsylvania). The wait staff were very friendly and attentive . I would highly recommend this place for a private party.“

“Outstanding from the apps to the desert... Started with the eggplant and garlic on toast clams and mussels to die for. A couple of the nights specials including the minon tips over butternut squash risotto, Port brasoule over gnoche and the veal parm followed by the warm chocolate chip cookie with ice cream and finally canolies.... Not to mention the house salad“

“This restaurant never disappoints. Love the food and ambiance. I love the artwork on the wall too! Feels nostalgic and with the amazing food it transports you to warm memoriesm Wish it was a little bigger in the main room, but there's a second room that they open when it's super busy. I like coming when it's not super busy though. I see myself visiting soon again. Their specials do surprise and delight ?“

“We had my son’s 3rd birthday party and everything turned out great!!! The staff was so friendly and helpful!!! The food was excellent as always!!!“

“Amazing dining experience. Had the Rack of Lamb and it just melted in your mouth. My hats off to the wait staff A VERY BIG THANK YOU. We were there to celebrate my moms 89 birthday and she was so pleased. Again highly highly recommend and I will be back again.“

“Luigi's cheesesteaks genuinely surpass even the most renowned Philly cheesesteaks! What truly sets Luigi's apart is the harmonious blends, starting with the fresh sautéed mushrooms, onions, and peppers. These vegetables add a rich depth of flavor that bursts in your mouth! And the gooey cheese and tender, juicy steak creates a delightful mix of flavors and textures which is generously packed into the soft but sturdy bread. Juicy, flavorful, and sliced just right, it melts in your mouth, leaving you craving for more!“

“Went for my husband’s birthday. Table got the mussels for appetizer. Fusilli arrabiata, chicken parm, and two seafood dishes- Risco con Pesce (shrimp and scallops is pesto cream sauce and rice) and Mare Misto (shrimp scallops and lobster tail in garlic sauce)- all were delicious! Family style salad and cheese and bread were served, too. Finished off the meal with lemoncello, tiramisu, and the tartufo. Also delicious. Definitely recommend- but make reservations!“

“Came here on a Friday night to meet up with a bunch of ladies. There were 15 of us. Had a great experience. We sat upstairs which was perfect because it was quiet and we were able to talk while enjoying our meals. The pizza was excellent! Very thin crust and crunchy. I loved it! Service was fast! Our waiter was Lav and he was amazing! He was able to accommodate us all and give us separate checks. Very cozy atmosphere. Will be back!“

“We licked our knives! Need we say more?! (We didn’t eat everything so we asked them to use a spatula to be sure to get all the sauce!) LOL! But seriously, we just found our new favorite restaurant! Everything is exceptional from the moment you walk in! Excellent service, excellent atmosphere, PHENOMENAL FOOD! Can’t wait to come back! Eric was the most excellent waiter!“

“My go to pizzeria. This pizzeria has a true family-friendly feel. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming, and love that small town feel seeing other families dining in when we went. Of course, the most important thing is the pizza, and it was delicious! The crust was perfectly cooked, and the toppings were fresh and flavorful. Daughter loves the pizza. We often come here for mama daughter dates.“

“I found my new favorite bakery! I was in the area craving a pastry and found this on google, did not disappoint! I tried a few things like a chocolate croissant, powdered donut, tiramisu, cheesecake and a strawberry creme puff. Every single one was delicious, fresh and light. I'm upset I didn't leave with more, a hidden gem and a must try!“

“The wife and I had a busy day and we were hungry. Fast food seemed to be the choice until we passed by this place by chance on Stevens Avenue. We stopped in, looked at the choices and decided to give them a try with their special and an eggplant Parm that looked real good. When we sat down at home to a glass of wine and this food, we were floored. Real food, absolutely delicious and healthy. And the price was an incredible value for what we got. We will be regularly returning. It's obvious the nice people there genuinely care about their craft. What a find!!!!So here is an update. My wife and I tried this place again. This time we brought a nice bottle of Chianti and sat down in a very, very simple decor. Forget the decor. We split the appetizer, crescentina (Bolognese) with arugula, burrata mozzarella (he made it) and San Danielle prosciutto. They are starting to make pizza so we decided to split a Margerita. WOW! We walked out not bloated, satisfied and pining to come back next week. We spent about $35 ( not including tip). Again. An value unheard of in the city. As a newbee from the city to Little Falls, I can not believe the quality of the food these two put out. It is on par with the city and way, way, way better priced. This is a place to go to every other week, if not more. WE WILL BE BACK!!!Vegetarian options: The owner told us to just tell him we wanted and they will make itKid-friendliness: What kid does not like meatballs?“