50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lake Buena Vista

“Sam (our server) and Angeline (our Sommelier), along with a very nice young man (been there about 8 months) who brought us in (sorry I didn’t catch his name) made sure we wanted for nothing. We asked for suggestions and they delivered all the way through dessert!! Professional, engaging, and genuinely nice people! Oh, and the food!!!!“

“Delicious food and amazing service !!“

“Amazing, great food, love the ambiance!“

“We have eaten here a few times now. The staff is outstanding and the food is even better. For a Disney resort not what you would expect as it's like a really good local place in a big city with a warmth from the minute you check in. We have been going to Disney for 20 plus yrs and how we only found this place a few months ago is head scratching. Highly recommend if you looking for something that makes you feel like home and not the Disney bubble.“

“My favorite Disney restaurant I’ve had so far!“

“Fantastic service Heriberto was incredibly knowledgeable, polite, cool to talk to and made a fantastic drink. My smoked old fashioned was delicious and the ambiance was very classy with a nice relaxing vibe. I will definitely be a repeat customer and recommend this lounge to my friends.“

“Very good Italian restaurant just like Nona would cook.“

“They do a great job! Never disappointed!“

“Great food for a reasonable price❤️“

“We are from Lakeland and always drive up here to enjoy the food and atmosphere. Our waiter Moe this evening was very nice and Ethan, the host, was also kind and great to talk to. The food here is delicious and the people are nice. We got the 4 for $40 deal which is an amazing promotion going on for the summer. I highly recommend this place! Shoutout to both Moe and Ethan! Definitely tell Moe I say dankje, which is thank you in Dutch. We will be back soon.“

“While at Epcot we dinned here twice. Our waiter Francesco was awesome. He was very attentive and went over the menu with us. The food is superb and the resturante is beautiful. Francesco even helped me with my italian. we give this resturante 5 🌟 stars!“

“Fast friendly service great food as always. Calamari was perfect“

“Good food! Nice staff. Pizza and chicken parmigiana absolutely delicious“

“I literally day dream of their sandwiches and I cannot wait to get one. Best sandwiches in FL!!“

“We always enjoy lunch at this I-Drive location. The food is delicious and May, our server, is always amazing. May is extremely attentive and personable. Good job Carrabbas and May! Can’t wait to go back.“

“Rica la pizza, cómo me gusta. Amplió el restaurante y el servicio súper especial“

“Great food and great service“

“I stopped by because I could smell how good the food was walking to Publix, Jay helped me find a perfect late night meal.He is the kindest person and understands the menu and its pairing very well! Jay provided excellent recommendations and you can tell he genuinely cares for customers and its elevated the dining experience. i’d highly recommend this restaurant!“

“This was our first time but it won't be our last. They were very accommodating with Gluten free options like GF pasta and GF bread. They also offered to make almost any entre GF.

The service was EXCELLENT!! Antonio and Josephine were amazing hosts. They really made you feel welcomed and were happy to answer questions about the menu.

We had the shrimp scampi and it was delicious with plenty of jumbo shrimp. This came with rainbow carrots and broccolini.
We also had the Filet Mignon with mashed potatoes and vegetable. The food was prepared exactly how we wanted and seasoned to perfection.

We had the house Tri-Mozzarella platter appetizer and it was amazing!!

We had an excellent meal and great experience!!!
We definitely recommend this restaurant!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options available such as pasta and GF bread. They also are very accommodating in offering to prepare almost any entre GF!!

Parking: Huge parking lot.

Kid-friendliness: High chairs available.“

“Excellent service and food. We asked to be seated in the bar area as it was crowded Sunday lunch time. We ordered drinks and food. Sara gave excellent service and great conversation while waiting on everyone at the bar. I am a server and that is a big compliment from me. Kudos for hiring such great staff. I will visit this location again even though I have 2 that are closer.“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Maggiano's Little Italy in Orlando on International Drive and it was an experience worth sharing. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly by the hostess, who promptly seated us at a cozy table that perfectly set the tone for the evening. The waitstaff was exceptional—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. They made sure our glasses were never empty and checked in just the right amount to ensure we had everything we needed without being intrusive. For the main course, we chose the Chicken Parmesan, which was cooked to perfection with a crispy exterior and tender, juicy chicken inside. The pasta was al dente, and the meat sauce was rich and savory. It was really enough for two people to share. To top it all off, they brought two plates of their famous lemon cookies to our table, to celebrate our third anniversary. Overall, our experience at Maggiano's was nothing short of excellent. The combination of outstanding service, a welcoming atmosphere, and delicious food made for a memorable evening. I highly recommend Maggiano's for anyone looking to enjoy a wonderful Italian meal with top-notch service.“

“My favorite restaurant in Winter Garden. Decided to do Italian for Thanksgiving and it was outstanding. My favorite is their Pork Osso Bucco and they did not disappoint. Service and owners are always on point. Thank you for enjoying my first Thanksgiving being waited on. Always recommend this place, never a bad meal. Thank you Dorina“

“Beautiful hidden gem! The service is top notch, from the hostess, to the multiple servers to the accordion player. Very attentive and genuinely seemed happy to be working at Crostini’s. We got one of the fish specials, and a Veal Parmesan, which they are known for. The martini’s are delectable, and the dessert is out of this world. A must try if you’re anywhere near the Orlando area.“

“Visited Orlando for the weekend golfing at Bay Hill. Fresco's was recommended by the folks at the Lodge. Glad we stopped in for dinner. The food is excellent. It will be my goto on future Orlando visits.“

“Excellent atmosphere and service“

“Fantastic food and friendly but professional staff. We had tiramisu and wine one night and then the meatball appetizer and lobster ravioli the following night. All was delicious but the meatballs with the polenta was a delicious new twist.“

“This place is always busy; so be ready to wait. The food is good and the staff is friendly. Be patient when you come here, they are servicing volumes of people daily.

Parking: Parking can become difficult during peak hours.“

“Catherine was amazing and offered the best possible service. She is truly an amazing server and deserves all the praise she can get and promotion. Seriously, put her in charge of training other servers. She is exemplary in how she handles big tables and makes everyone feel welcomed and happy being in the restaurant. I can not express enough how amazing of a worker she is.“

“We came rolling into Orlando after a long day of traveling! We were all very hungry for some good pizza! V Pizza did not disappoint us! Our 13 year old granddaughter kept saying it was some of the best pizza she'd ever eaten! As previous owners of a pizza restaurant, we thought our pizzas were pretty amazing! The staff was very friendly and eager to serve us. The restaurant was clean and had very modern decor. We will probably go back before returning home!“

“I love the soup and salad special. Cuppa Toscana is my favorite!!

Parking: The parking lot is big, but sharing with Dennys and very full after 6 p.m.

Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible. Two disabled parking spits.“

“The food is amazing.The bartenders are friendly and efficient. My friends and I try to go at least once a month for happy hour .“

“Huge RAVE for La Piccolina - Winter Garden. We went to celebrate my father’s birthday and everything was wonderful. The food was delicious, so flavorful and generous portions! On top of our delicious meals the service was excellent! They went above and beyond, surprised my daughter with a fun make her own pizza, which was so fun and a sweet surprise. This place is authentic and caters to hospitality! Thank you for making our dining experience so wonderful! We can’t wait to come back.“

“Love this place… perfect combination of atmosphere and great food.“

“They Best italiano fotos I loved si good“

“I love eating out what I don't like is the repetitive situation of servers I encounter. Tell me I'm wrong... step one sit me down step two ask what to drink step three ask if I'm ready to order step 4 take my order step 5 if there not any food runners they bring the food step 6 ask before I take a bite of my food if everything taste good step 7 ask if I like desert or take out bins step 8 give me a check and walk away ... NEVER in the past 10 years probably more have I been asked how's my day anything new in life where I'm from no interaction but yet our servers say don't eat out if you don't tip WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO EARN YOUR TIP! BTW I tip but you'd EARN more if you interact with us.“

“Food: 5- I save this number for the cream of the crop. I do not normally get gnocchi because my best friend’s dad is from Italy and homemade is amazing. I tried theirs and it did not disappoint. My husband had the steak, another prime find. Our friend had the spaghetti and wanted a second serving.
Service: 4- Very nice and the music was great.
All in all: 5- I never give a straight 5 rating but well earned!“

“The food was amazing! Staff was very welcoming and attentive. Highly recommend going if you’ve never been. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽“

“Jasmine is absolutely the best bartender I’ve ever had!! She had amazing customer service along with awesome drink skills. I also have a food allergy and she was definitely on top of that! I highly recommend that anyone visiting this location ask for her as your bartender!!“

“Amazing setting, music, and food. Everything is very presentable, and fresh.“

“I had an amazing dining experience at Olive Garden, and it was all thanks to our incredible server, Fafa! The food, as always, was delicious—perfectly seasoned and served fresh. But what truly made the evening unforgettable was Fafa’s exceptional service.

From the moment we were seated, Fafa went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and cared for. She was attentive, friendly, and had such a warm and positive energy. Her recommendations were spot on, and she made sure every detail of our meal was perfect.

If you’re visiting Olive Garden, I highly recommend asking for Fafa—she’ll elevate your experience to a whole new level. We’ll definitely be back soon, thanks to her! Bravo, Olive Garden, for having such a gem on your team! 👏👏“

“Hallelujah, I’ve been lost and found! I’ve been searching in the wilderness that is Orlando Italian restaurants for the 25 years that I’ve lived here and I am so happy to proclaim from the rooftops that the new Manzzo’s in “Windernear” is the first authentic Italian restaurant that I’ve found in Central Florida. I’m not saying Italian American, I’m saying Italian. As someone not only of Italian heritage, but as someone who is lucky enough to travel to Italy somewhat frequently, I was so happy to dine at Manzzo’s tonight. Yes, Amatraciana has guanciale in it (not bacon), yes Carbonara has eggs (not cream), and yes, the Tiramisu is not overly sweet. The wait staff is great, the atmosphere is a nice vibe and the wine list is good enough. The food is wonderful. We had a pasta dish and a risotto tonight and it brought us back to Rome, I think Stanley Tucci would be proud to eat here. Even if the authenticity of the Italian food is not a concern to you (admittedly I am obsessed), I am sure that you will find Manzzo’s to be the best restaurant on the west side of Orange County. Give it a try!“

“Everything was spectacular. My family shared an order of suppli and a margherita pizza. Reminded us of our vacation to Rome. Our entrees were authentic and delicious. The wine suggestions were excellent. All the servers are knowledgeable, attentive, and hilarious! It was a perfect evening.“

“It’s always a great way to end your shopping day at Brio’s! Love it!“

“I can tell you that Italio was a great find!
Whoever else claim "fresh italian food" doesn't really achieve any freshness as this place.
Price is correct and individual plates are well served! Sauce is fresh, salt correct and the pasta is "al dente" .
The paninis are also a must!
Highly reommended!“

“This cozy little restaurant was an amazing find for us! It doesn’t look like much outside (strip mall type location); however, the inside is cozy and comfortable. The employees were attentive and pleasant. Our server, Lady, was very efficient and helpful. The food was amazing-so much better than a chain restaurant! There was also a surprisingly large selection of this place is not really close to where we live; however, I will probably make the trip again, just to be able to try a different entree.“

“Osteria is really an excellent restaurant. To me, excellent cuisine is all about the flavor. And the combination of flavors, yet without compromising the distinct flavors of the herbs and spices used, is a highpoint of this establishment. Today, for lunch, we enjoyed the tomato basil and cream of mushroom soups. The tomato basil was hearty and impeccably seasoned. The cream of mushroom was not overly rich and chock full of mushrooms--incredible. The soups, paired with the Osteria house salad made for a perfect lunch. Our sons opted for the classic Margherita pizza. Their comment, "to die for!" Finally, I will not patronize a place if they act as though I am doing them a favor by patronizing their restaurant (or whatever). Quite the opposite at Osteria. From the owner, Steve (who we met 2 years ago, to the wait associate (Kevin) today, all are both gracious as well as exceedingly responsive to any request. If you wish a delicious meal, within the context of a casual, albeit very nice setting, Osteria is worthy of consideration. This has and will remain a go-to destination for our family whenever visiting Reunion Resort and the Champions Gate area!“

“The hotel is beautiful, huge, rooms were great, lots of choices on places to eat. HUGE DOWNSIDE…. Parking!!! There was a cheering competition here(no I didn’t know when we booked or we wouldn’t have!) so we had to park about a mile away from the hotel every time we wanted to come and go, even though we have handicap parking they didn’t have any spots only a couple that have been taken since we got here. And don’t forget anything you need. Lol Hubby ran out of cigarettes, ran down to the little market downstairs. $18.00 a pack.“

“The Stuffed Veal Chop is to die for. Excellent food and service. Our waiter was super nice. Forgot his name.“

“Worst experience ever. Ordered food for pickup checked in and waited for 15 mins. Then had to go in and was treated with no respect from the hostess. Was told to wait were busy. Funny only 10 cars in the whole parking lot. I didn't spend $70 to pick up cold food. Don't waste your time at this location.“

“We visited Trevi Restaurant for the second time because of the amazing bruschetta and bistecca, and once again, it did not disappoint. Tonight, however, the experience was made even better thanks to Teresa. She went above and beyond to accommodate our teenage son’s culinary preferences, ensuring he had exactly what he wanted. Despite it being late, Teresa remained patient and welcoming, never losing her smile. Her outstanding customer service truly stood out and made our evening memorable. This place is a gem, and Teresa is an absolute treasure! We will definitely return to the Omni Hotel and Trevi Restaurant.“