50 Best Italian Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

“Casa Calabria is one of our favorite hidden gems in Fort lauderdale everytime we visit, but Dominic makes our visits truly special. His warmth, kindness, and genuine care makes us always feel like family from the moment we sit down. Every time we're in south Florida, this is the place we go!! Dominic goes above and beyond with every detail—perfect timing, thoughtful recommendations, and the kind of hospitality you don’t forget. Dominic turns every great dinner into a memorable night. We’ll definitely be asking for him every time. ❤️🍝 The atmosphere is unforgettable and addictive! It's like youre in Italy in Fort Lauderdale, and that's what we were looking for! Everyone greets you with a smile. The food- is amazing and we have tried it all! Dessert and coffee is top notch and you can tell it's homemade. This place is authentic, fun, and very family friendly. We recommend this as a must try in Lauderdale, and recommend Dominic if you want a family oriented vibe! Tell him Cooper & Carson sent you!! And call him Domino 😊“

“This is your 5 star with classic, real family ties, food. The service is always above what you would expect. You still see chef Angelo. Menu items have family roots. Fresh is always key but the food is hand selected. Pistachios from certain regions. Pork chops of a specific type. Prosciutto aged 24 months. Top notch! I’ve been dining here for over 15 years and have never had a bad experience.“

“Vitolo always delivers an exceptional dining experience in every way! Count on an awesome greeting, seating, dining, and service. Vincent, the best server, made our dining experience a joyful and memorable one! We look forward to our next visit.“

“Great atmosphere, great food always consistent. Had 20 of my friends there for New Year's Eve dinner. Place was packed as it usually is. Walter the owner was greeting guest as they were arriving. We had a 7 o'clock reservation, once we got seated our server Angie started with our drink orders. Let me tell you the service was impeccable; she was great dealing with 20 of us. From appetizers to the main course our food came to the table hot and delicious. Some of my friends were there for the first time and could not believe how well the place ran for a busy holiday. I want to thank Marco for helping set up the reservation and especially Angie our server. Thank you, Walter, for your hospitality. Anthony's is my new favorite place. Happy New Year!“

“Great choice for dinner“

“When we got stranded without baggage and only the gym clothes on our back for a night, these folks welcomed us in with open arms when no other restaurant in the area would because we didn’t meet their dress code. Food was wonderful as was the staff. Thanks y’all!“

“Me and my family came to celebrate my birthday a couple weeks back. The owner, Fabio runs an amazing staff and is very warm and personable always smiling and making you feel like family. This cozy authentic Italian restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation, wide wine list and wonderful desserts. I Highly recommend!“

“So yummy and light .. what a refreshing desert“

“Was looking for a new Italian restaurant and decided to go here based on the excellent reviews. Was fortunate to be served by the owner who gave us great recommendations on both the menu and an excellent bottle of wine. It was such a pleasure to find this family owned gem in Ft. Lauderdale amongst all the impersonal restaurants. We will without a doubt return to enjoy another pleasant meal.“

“Good place! I recommend it to everyone!“

“Delicious food- wish they had more space.“

“Charming place with amazing food. Enjoyed the whole atmosphere. Great service. Would definitely recommend. Went out of their way to make my wife's dish just the way she wanted, even though it was not on the menu. Top notch...we will be back.“

“1st time visit -- WOW!! Great service, GREAT drinks, and GREAT food --- My compliments to the entire staff and to their leader, Anthony 'TOTO' Valenti What a well-oiled machine that delivers for their patrons!! We will be going back!“

“Hands down the best Italian food I have had outside of Italy in a decade. Highly recommended this for locals and travelers, it’s worth the trip 😋“

“Service was very slow. Portions were small and I am not a bog Ester. Prices were very high considering the paltry size of the serving. Desert menu, particularly the pie and Gelato was also very expensive, consiering the tiny size of the serving. Having said all that, the food what little there was. Is very good.“

“Always a nice time there, friendly service and great food!“

“Loved the decor & the choice of poolside or inside seating. Interesting menu with an Italian bent. Everything that we tried was delicious & beautifully prepared.
We shared the yellowfin tuna tartare all & kale salad. And the grilled snapper were superb. My husband really enjoyed the house made cavatelli with squash & fennel. Tiramisu was also very yummy. Service was very professional & attentive. Live
Music Thursday through Saturday.
The best restaurant that we visited in Fort Lauderdale. Highly recommend.“

“Awesome people great food!! They really care that both you get good service and good food!! Love them!!! 5 stars ⭐️“

“The BEST Italian restaurant on Las Olas Boulevard!!“

“best Italian food I have ever had I got the baked Lasangna with meat sauce it was to die for and excellent rolls with garlic sauce highly recommend“

“Love it here always a pleasure“

“A group of 4 of us dined at North Italia Ft Lauderdale last night. We all had a wonderful time. We arrived a few minutes ahead of our reservation and were seated immediately. Our server Teanna (I hope the spelling is correct) did a fabulous job, she was personable, knew the menu very well and helped us to navigate the menu. Special thanks to the manager Natalie for taking hospitality to the next level. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and we will be back!“

“Celebrated a birthday dinner . Love this hidden gem . Front the wonderful customer service. Delightful full menu ! Loved the veal Marsala and chicken liver pasta. A perfect romantic evening !“

“The food is delicious, creative. The decor is lovely. The staff are so very welcoming and just lovely. They are there to ask if there are questions, offer help. The place is just amazing. I cannot recommend it enough. if I could give more than 5 stars I would“

“The best pasta I’ve ever had! The frutti di mare was incredible with the best flavor. White wine and garlic. We had the meatballs for appetizer with clams and ordered a bottle of wine. For dessert the tiramisu was incredible. Will be taking my Italian family back here for more 🥰“

“I’ve been going to the Bistro for many years and weather it’s a night in the barroom or having a delicious full course meal in the dining room 😎 Every time it’s been an Outstanding experience with Great service and the Most Delicious Food of many different kinds !!! 😁🫶 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🇺🇸“

“If you’re not prepared for authentic, European-style Italian food, this might not be the place for you—but if you are, you’re in for a treat. I was so happy with both my meal and the service. It’s rare in South Florida to find tomato sauce made from real tomatoes rather than a can, but here, nothing tastes pre-made or shortcut.

No disrespect to other restaurants that use premade ingredients (I understand costs add up), but this spot is exactly what you pay for: quality. The olive oil was outstanding, the focaccia bread was out of this world, and the atmosphere is warm and cozy.

Even though I ordered something very simple, it was executed perfectly. I left genuinely impressed and can’t wait to come back.“

“We had dinner at Calusso last night and the whole experience was OUTSTANDING. Service was outstanding. Our waitress, Victoria, was very knowledgeable of the menus. Chef Efrain was exceptional and made our entire experience memorable. The food was delicious, the views were beautiful....everything about this place was amazing.“

“A WONDERFUL AND UNIQUE DINING EXPERIENCE IN FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA. TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS TO AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. 🤗“

“Great food and even better staff!“

“Complimeenti! Una vera pizza napoletana, degna della nostra grande tradizione.“

“If you haven’t been to Café Roma yet, you’re seriously missing out. The sandwiches and pizza are always on point, and the coffee never disappoints.

Also—shoutout to the team there. The customer service is top tier every single time.

Definitely one of my go-to spots.“

“Always a nice time there, friendly service and great food!“

“Just had an amazing chicken parmigiana.. requested it to be grilled/pan fried rather than deep fried. It was very authentic and absolutely perfect! First time here as I’m from australia! Next year I plan to return and I’ll definitely come here again!“

“The freshness of all items that were tried, and loved by my wife and I. This is a great local place that treated all guest the same, very informative and knowledgeable of the handmade daily menu items. If you pass this one up while in Fort Lauderdale, you did miss something special.“

“The Food! The Owner is walking around checking in making sure everything is great! The wait staff!“

“The food is delicious I have never had a bad meal there.“

“Had dinner with a new friend last night. Timpano left me feeling more special than any restaurant in my 75 years. Thank you, to the entire staff, even including the valet! Special thanks to my beautiful new friend for making our first date so wonderful! ❤️“

“Amazing food atmosphere and service Steve is the Best!“

“I can't fully express how exceptional this restaurant is. I organized a sunset cruise for a group of 24 guests, but unfortunately, they didn’t have the provisions (food) we were expecting. In a moment of panic, I contacted the owner, Jackson, and explained the situation, hoping for a backup plan within 30 minutes (sounds impossible 🥵). Not only did he agree to accommodate us, he immediately began preparing for us. Once we arrived, he and his team welcomed us with such warmth and hospitality. Our table was beautifully set, complete with a customized and printed menu just for us. He chose 3 dinner options for our party and actually had custom printed menus! Wow!! Drinks, salad, and bread were flowing within minutes, and the food? Absolutely divine—without a doubt the best Italian cuisine we’ve ever had. To top it off, there was a live performer who was fantastic! Totally unexpected, we had no clue there was entertainment but such another great treat. She engaged with everyone, took song requests, and even invited guests to join her to sing. The entire experience, from the atmosphere to the impeccable service, was beyond anything we could have hoped for. Jackson even served our table personally and jumped in to assist his team, going the extra mile to make us feel welcomed and special. He continued to check in and make sure we were ok and had everything we needed and accommodated every single request ❤️ I am incredibly grateful for everything. Jackson and his staff turned what could have been a stressful situation into an unforgettable evening. This special group of oncology nurses truly deserved a memorable night, and thanks to you, we got exactly that. Thank you so much for making it an experience we will never forget! 🥰“

“The best food and service in town! The food is fresh and the wine list is extensive and reasonably priced. ! Dustin, the hostess, is gracious and courteous, and everyone is professional, friendly, and attentive. All the food is made in-house, including the pasta, and is well-priced. Thank you, Louie Bossie, and your wonderful staff, especially Dustin. We will be back! 💗“

“Great good for your next Sunday dinner with LaFamiglia 🇮🇹“

“Great atmosphere & friendly service. Delicious food. Have to come here if in the neighborhood in Ft. Lauderdale“

“I've lived here for like 3 years now. I never heard of this place till today and 10/10 wish I've came here sooner. We had loaded fries at the bartop with a couple of beers, and grabber a 16 in. pizza to go. Cheap prices great staff and had games at the bar. Thank yall!“

“My husband and I stopped in to have our Thanksgiving dinner. We aren’t from the area, and are only her for 2 days before we leave for our cruise. The Greek salad was not what we were expecting, but was one of the best salads we have had. It was so good. The pizza was tasty, and the sangria is pretty good as well. Overall it was a great experience!“

“wonderful date night. so romantic. staff is excellent and the food and drinks were divine“

“Nice place with friendly staff and a relaxed vibe. The whole visit felt easy and pleasant from the moment we walked in until we left. The food was tasty and plates came out at a steady pace. Prices felt fair for what was served. Will stop by again next time.“

“One of the BEST meals I have ever eaten. The food and the service were impeccable. Jason, our waiter, was attentive and knowledgeable and provided superb service to accompany the amazing food. Highly recommend the oysters, the tuna poke and above all the squid ink pasta which was one of the best dishes I have ever had in terms of flavor. The desserts were also divine, the limoncello cake and the chocolate hazelnut cake were so light and delectable that I didn’t want to stop eating. The restaurant had a fun vibe and a beautiful view of the beach/water. I would definitely return and recommend to anyone.“

“We had the BEST experience at Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, and it was 100% because of our server, Alissa (and the amazing food-seriously good). She was absolutely amazing-super attentive, friendly, and handled our large group of rowdy coworkers like a total pro. Not once did she miss a beat, even with all the chaos and laughs coming from our table.

The Italian margaritas were hands-down the best I’ve ever had (dangerously good ). She made the night so much fun and truly elevated the entire experience. Service like this is rare, and she deserves major recognition.

We’ll absolutely be back—and hoping she’s working when we do!“

“The food was amazing the servers are so nice best breakfast place I’ve been to in a while“