50 Best Italian Restaurants in Orlando

“The pizza here was absolutely delicious! We were looking for something with that true Italian style and V Pizza did not disappoint! There was a slight issue with my pizza missing an item and the gentleman at the front who I assume was the manager or owner took care of it right away. I even offered to just take the item and throw it on myself, but the gentleman insisted on making me a fresh pizza the right way. It was amazing and truly satisfied my pizza craving! I wish we lived in the area so we could eat here more often! Thank you V Pizza!“

“From the moment my wife and I were greeted by Jeremiah, the server extraordinaire, we knew we were in for a treat. His warm smile and impeccable attention to detail set the tone for the evening. Jeremiah's extensive knowledge of the menu was impressive, and he expertly guided us through the myriad of tantalizing options, ensuring that each dish perfectly complemented the next.In conclusion, dining at Buca di Beppo was an absolute delight, thanks in no small part to the exemplary service provided by Jeremiah. If you're craving authentic Italian fare served with a side of warmth and hospitality, look no further than Buca di Beppo. And be sure to ask for Jeremiah – he'll take your dining experience from great to extraordinary.“

“My mother is only able to get into town a couple times a year and coming here has become a staple of her visit.Our visit on 4/23/24 was one of the best we’ve had. The food is always incredible, the staff is incredibly friendly, our server, Cristina, was absolutely wonderful, she made my mother’s trip. My mom does not get to visit our family in Italy very often and Cristina made her feel like she was home.This is, by far, the best spot in all of Epcot.“

“Very nice people made sure we were takin care of. Me and my family of 7 were treated will kindness and belly full. We are from Houston and this was a perfect place to sit and eat as a family. Thank you daninos restaurant. We will be back when we come in town. Food was perfect“

“We went there today.for lunch the Italian and meatballs sub were delicious and they were packed with alot of meat. The bread.was fresh and the desserts looked so tempting but Can't have sweets! we highly recommend you stop by there! We will definitely be back“

“Gamberoni con Spaghetti fra Diavolo -- this was SO good! Was not too spicy, it was just right. You can tell the quality of the ingredients because you dont feel like crap after eating your meal or the 3 baskets of bread they brought to the table. Definitely coming back!“

“Via Napoli is wonderful! The pizza is amazing. The atmosphere is super fun and the service is great! Especially Camilla- she’s very friendly and efficient.My family and I highly recommend it. You don’t want to miss it even with all the other choices in Epcot. Via Napoli is a must!!!“

“The variety of wine selection is always a plus. Prices are definitely reasonable for the portion of food provided. The attentive customer service is amazing and the flavor in each dish I well deserved on a five star scale. I'm glad I picked this place to eat.“

“The food was amazing. We had the appetizer trio of Calamari, meatball and pasta. It is large enough to share. We both had veal dishes, one with prosciutto the other with mushrooms and lobster. Also a side of sauteed spinach. It was so fresh and perfectly cooked. Lastly the ricotta cheesecake. A must. Robert, our server really made the night. He was personable and fun. This is a special restaurant that is definitely worth the visit.“

“Absolutely outstanding food and service! We were a party of 8 and had a wonderful meal here! The restaurant was *packed* but that did not affect our service. Our server was so attentive and efficient that I regret not jotting down his name to recognize him. Thanks for the delicious meal and fun time! Highly recommend the family style option. 10 stars!“

“A story of a picky husband and a particular wife! Long story short we are in town celebrating both my husband’s birthday and our anniversary. We were trying to find a last minute place to eat - this was near our hotel.The food was fresh, the bread was warm and good. Everything came out hot & quickly. Portions sharable and enough to have left overs!Our waitress Lisselys was absolutely wonderful. She was very attentive, sweet and gave us recommendations. Simply spectacular.“

“we had a great experience here tonight. there was 13 in our group and Carlito was our waiter. we had such a great time and largely because Carlito was awesome!! He really knows how to help you enjoy the evening. the food was excellent too! thank you Carlito for making our evening out a night to remember!“

“Kind of small place. Order at the counter and they bring you the food. Service was fairly quick. They had a lot of really good looking pizzas. We wanted to try a few things so we only got slices but the whole pies looked to be a good size. The pizzas were tasty, nice fresh flavors, crispy crusts. The arancini was a little tasteless, even when I drenched them in sauce. The garlic knots were just ok, could have been a lot more garlicky for my taste, maybe a garlic butter dipping sauce would help? All in all a pretty decent pizza place. I will probably return to try some of their other dishes, and some more slices“

“Wow, the food was great! But, what was even better was the service. The food came out extremely quick, warm, and my waiter Michele was absolutely FABULOUS!She was by far the nicest, most pleasant, and efficient waiter I have had in a long time. I would definitely come back here and more importantly I would love to see Michele again!“

“Excelent place for lunch or dinnerThe atmosphere is very good.Excellent food quality.We had a late lunch and the service was top ten for us. Staff is very attentive and thanks to Jason who was a excellent host for us. I never had such an excellent service before. He is a valuable asset.I had the lasagna, it is a 10/10And the pasta pest primavera is a 7/10Each main course include a soup as entrance. The chicken and the lentils soups are a top 10 flavors.And as a special service we had a chocolate cake which is a 10/10.Special thanks to all the staff who made our lunch a very special celebration.“

“My mother here for her birthday. We had the best experience. The food was phenomenal. The drinks were spectacular our server Matt was knowledgeable, professional, kind And attentive. We will definitely be back and bringing more friends. Cheers.“

“This restaurant has such a great atmosphere. Every time I eat here it doesn’t disappoint! Today I had the chicken piccata. It was so flavorful and delicious. I sat at the bar and Luis was so attentive and really made it a great experience. I highly recommend this place.“

“Wonderful, fresh and traditional Italian dishes! I Love family owned restaurants the most! Their heart is in every dish they prepare. If you haven’t experienced Mangia, what are you waiting for? Great value for such delicious food! The vibe is awesome, the wine selection more than pleasing and ending your meal with a hot cup of espresso and a delectable dessert is the cherry on the cake!“

“We ordered pizza and garlic knots. They were both delicious, but what captured my attention the most was the phenomenal customer service from everyone…especially that of Mo. He had such a positive and outgoing personality and was always with a smile and ready to help. Although I’m not from Florida, next time I visit I will definitely come back for the delicious food and make sure to look for Mo. Thank you everyone…great job!!!!!“

“We had dinner at Turci Pasta on a whim and got SO lucky to walk in and be seated. In the future, we will definitely be making sure to grab a reservation online as the couple behind us were not able to be seated due to the amount of reservations that were made! We truly hit the jackpot!Arthur was our server and he was PHENOMENAL. He offered us their prix fixe menu which was FOUR courses all made from scratch (2 appetizers, an entree, and dessert) for $59/person with the option to add two glasses of wine at $15/person. Arthur was so accommodating and helpful with the menu, was professional and friendly and went the extra mile to make our experience wonderful! We even asked to change our dessert at the last minute and he gladly did so!The food is incredible here. I’m fearful I will never eat Italian the same way again because clearly everything I’ve had before was a lie! It felt as if I was actually abroad in Italy with the intimate atmosphere and incredible food. The pear ravioli was AN AMAZING and out of my comfort zone, but was so worth branching out! We will definitely be back and love the Turci Pasta establishment!“

“I am finishing my dinner with my family at Oliver while I write this rewiew because the dinner was just amazing, this is my second time having dinner here and both the service and the food was amazing….about the food was very good, we had 6 Oz Sirloin with Fettuccine Alfredo, Tour of Italy and Fettuccine with meat balls, but about the service, in our first night a Venezuelan guy called Andres gave to us an amazing service in all the aspects, very friendly with my kids. And in our second time, Lali gave to us an experience higher than in the first night, she was simply awesome. If you like Italian food a great service and save money on the meals, this is your best choice.“

“We’ve really enjoyed our experience at the restaurant! Food was delicious, service was excellent! The only thing I’d point out as negative is that the table tablets have games options and when we use it, it charges you USD 3 for “table games”. Not a problem with that, the only point is that I think consumer should be warned about the charges!“

“Astonishingly good pie. The crust on the grandma pizza was so buttery it was about the best crust I’ve had. So simple, and so delicious. The B N T pizza was delicious and very creative. We stumbled upon this unassuming gem and can’t wait to go back. It’s OMG good!“

“We had an awesome time here. First time visiting and will definitely be back. Food is AMAZING!! Winston was our server and he quickly became part of our family .laughing and joking with us. Very professional! If you're looking for authentic Italian in the Orlando area .this is the “

“This was my first time every trying there food and I tell you it's the boom ??. Delicious food,customer service is outstanding, employees are nice and greeted me as I walked in. Place it nice and clean. I loved my whole experience in Antonio's house of pizza 100/10 definitely recommend!!!!!“

“One of the best plates of pasta I’ve had in a long time! Pasta con vongole (clams) with a touch of Calabrian N’duja to spice it up! Absolutely spectacular dish! If you haven’t tried Peperoncino in Dr. Philip’s on Sand Lake, Rd. You don’t know what you’re missing!“

“My family of 5, including our autistic 7yo, went to dinner in their new Kissimmee location tonight. We were greeted immediately by a happy, well-dressed staff and a bright, inviting, and clean atmosphere. We were seated immediately and drink and appetizer orders were taken promptly. This restaurant offers an all-scratch kitchen and everything is made in-house to order. If you dine in, you receive their garlic bites for free. The minute I bit into a garlic bite dipped in their house made sauce, I knew I was in an excellent place. As we dined, it just kept getting better. I worked many years when I was younger as a server in all sorts of restaurants. I consider myself kind of a tough customer. The service, food, cleanliness, and hospitality was unmatched. Truly. They were beyond accommodating and kind to our youngest who was rather verbally loud and non-stop in motion due to his sensory needs. I was so moved by the food, I asked to meet the Chef and both their Chef and Pizza Chef came out and met us so I could rave, in person, about the food quality. This review is the least I can do. Everyone should know about this place. Do yourself a favor and go. Treat yourself. You won't regret it. I've only been once and I feel like family. Well worth the price. We will definitely be regulars.“

“I was brought up on Brooklyn Italian pizza. I have lived in Orlando 25 yrs and bring back frozen Brooklyn pizza when I visit Brooklyn, NY. I don't need to do that any longer. Del Dio's pizza taste just like back home. Their calzones, stomboli, pasta and lasagna are to die for. This is back home corner pizzeria here in Orlando! I read in another review "not to make a special trip there", I beg to differ BIG TIME. Del Dio's merits special trips there any time you can!! "Buon appetito"“

“I never have high hopes for hotel restaurants, but this one blew it out of the water. We ended up sitting at the bar because our bartender, Cesar, was absolutely incredible and contributed to a fun and enjoyable dining experience. He informed us that the restaurant is Italian with a California flair since the owners were originally from CA. He also explained that the cocktail menu changes every 6 months and the bartenders are able to use mixology and bring creativity to their jobs. He helped a friend and I pick out a bottle of wine that we both really enjoyed. My passion fruit mezcal cocktail, the charcuterie board, and the ravioli were all amazing. I’d highly suggest this spot for dinner!“

“First time eating here. Went there with some friends after playing golf. The pepperoni pizza we ordered was spot on and the beers were cold! It tasted just like an authentic NY slice. I think the young lady who attended to us was named Christine. She was very welcoming and pleasant. This place is a little mom and pop joint, but the pizza and the service is worth it. Get there early if you want to dine in. If I am in the area, I will stop by for a slice or two.“

“This is a hidden, but not so hidden gem. It's in the midst of downtown. In a strip with other bars and eateries. The pizza is BOMB! We first started off by getting the slices. My boyfriend gets pepperoni and pineapple, and I like the pepperoni and grinded meatball (yes they will chop up the meatball of requested). Prices are very reasonable for quality and size. Secondly stop in if you're in the area. It's always a Lil vibe in there and in that area.“

“This a family owned restaurant, not a chain. I am local to this area and usually not fan of chains, but the quality of food and service is incredible. The Sinatra theme makes this place very unique. Planta of Cindy my sofa to seat 6 or regular tables. Plenty of space in or outdoor. Parking is not an issue cause is located in a plaza. You would def need a reservation past 6pm on holidays or weekends. Food came in a decent time and Food and service here is 5 stars. There was no corners cut. Their appetizers are ful size, enough for 3. I would def recommend steak/pasta over other dishes. The bar is gigantic with plenty of space. The theme is phenomenal. it is very elegant and spacious, and They have isolated rooms for special needs and events. Price is def $50 per person, plates around 25-30, but it is totally worth it. Thanks Josh and Karla for their incredible service. Every time is a different, but incredible dinner. Molto bene…I Would def comeback with friends and family.“

“I had lunch at cucina today, it was amazing , excellent service , servers are very friendly and nice , definitely a very good spot to come and have a good experience, hank and yiti are the owners super cool guys , definitely have to go see “

“Excellent pasta dishes with tons of food. Enough for an entire second meal. Service was okay, nothing special. We were seated at a high top table (we were asked if it was okay) but another table was seated right on top of us. The server kept bumping in to me while serving them. Other seats were available, just a little bothersome.“

“This is one of the Orlando locations on Universal. Located in a strip mall with lots of parking.Food (3.5/5) - had the Margherita and it was average overall in my opinion. It's NY style in ways but I was hoping it would have a bit more of a traditional Margherita taste. Wasn't sure if was San Marzano or not.. bit bland to me.Service (4.5/5) - very attentive and friendly from the host to the order person. Pizza from order to table in about 15 minutes.Atmosphere (4/5) - pretty good layout with tables and booths. Also TVs for evening snack and a beer.Overall (4/5) - it's a good spot and solid overall. Kinda wanted the Margherita to be bit more flavourful but will return and try out some of the other choices too.“

“For a moment I underestimated the photos of the place but lie, the pasta and sushi were phenomenal!!!! I loved it, an incredible combination! An Italian wrapped with his pasta and a Japanese making all kinds of sushi! Too good I loved itKid-friendliness: My 3 girls loved the pasta!“

“Cozy restaurant with a calm atmosphere. I agree that the dishes differ in presentation and recipes from typical Italian restaurants in Italy. But at the same time, the restaurant offers many variations of deliciously prepared Italian dishes. I definitely recommend visiting this restaurant.“

“7.2 ? Decent Flop, My recent visit to Pie Fection left me with mixed feelings about their pizza. The crust, while decent, lacked the desired crispiness and chewiness, though it served its purpose well. Unfortunately, the sauce was disappointingly sparse, leaving each bite wanting for more of its tangy flavor. However, the cheese was a standout feature—ample and perfectly gooey, it added a delightful creaminess to the pizza. Overall, while it had its moments, there's room for improvement. Consider it for a quick fix, but if you're seeking pizza perfection, you might want to explore other options that could be much cheaper as a medium pizza will run you about 27$. FOLLOW ME on Instagram for more pizza reviews @ Zach_Reviews_Pizza“

“This place is incredible, the food is succulent and it's like eating in Italy. The staff is friendly and very willing, there is never a lack of good attention, especially from Ms. Ketly and Ms. María Teresa, who, moreover, everything they have recommended has been delicious.“

“A cozy little Italian restaurant! Authentic cuisine with an amazing full flavor that will leave your tastebuds reeling for more! Definitely recommend you try it. Desert was a great choice as the cheese cake topping was a home made berry sauce that excites the mouth even more!“

“Proper handmade pizza. Delicious! They have one size that is proper massive ?. I usually order on Google for pick up but they also do delivery.Parking: There's usually a free parking spot in frontOtherwise you can park on the side or at the back.“

“This is one of the older Olive Gsrdens that I hit if i'm in the area. Is still a very nice restaurant in good service. My waiter on that particular day was very attentive. Management came around twice to ask me how I was doing. I had all you can eat soup & salad.Parking: Plenty of parking.“

“We had a beautiful family dinner and our Waiter YERKEN was such a nice waiter. Kept coming to us to make sure our order was ok and did we need anything. The food was good and the atmosphere was awesome. Quiet peaceful and chill. It was also very clean. I had the Tour of italy and it was good!“

“This was okay, I'd probably visit again. The food: I got a chef salad which was mostly fresh and delish. A nice little non-heavy meal. Would order this again. Husband got a slice of pizza that had obviously been reheated. We understand that's how it is with single slices—they obviously aren't going to make a whole pizza to sell one slice. But some pizzas withstand re-heating better than others and ... this wasn't one of those. The garlic knots: The tops of them were good. That may sound weird but ... they were these huge pieces of bread, with just the tops of them were brushed with a garlic-butter mix. Hence 'the tops of them were good'. The sauce they served with the knots was AMAZING. Tasted of fresh tomatoes, absolutely delightful. Service was okay. A little odd. When they served our food, we still hadn't been given utensils. So I had to go looking for some. As I stood around, trying to get someone to assist me, a few people made eye contact and blatantly ignored me. Eventually, one acknowledged me and when I asked for utensils, he seemed to think it was a very strange request, and I got the impression I was putting him out a ton. And then he dug around at the podium by the front door and came up with a couple little packets of plastic utensils. So I'm still not clear on whether there's some sort of "eat with your hands" rule in this establishment that I missed? However, as I stated, the food was decent and we may try again. At the least, I'd get another Chef's salad.“

“Went to your East Colonial restaurant today after not being there in a while and am so glad we did! We had a plain cheese pizza and a Greek salad and both were fantastic. If Tomasino’s wasn’t so far from our home I would definitely go much more often. This in my opinion is the best New York style pizza in the East Orlando area.“

“I adore 1803 Pizza Kitchen, and I have been getting takeout from here for years. They have phenomenal homemade desserts, fresh salads, and scrumptious pizza. I have tried many pizzas from here, and I always get the creme brulee. The Veggie Pizza is a rainbow delight, and their Pesto and Burrata Pizza is a savory treat. Even the plain cheese pizza is a great bargain and so flavorful! They use high-quality ingredients. I also adore how they have late night hours and weekly specials. This place is such a local gem.Vegetarian options: Delicious veggie pizza, salads, and dessers! Vegan and vegetarian options.“

“Nice family owned Italian restaurant. Ample parking in their private lot. Service was top notch and very helpful explaining menu items. My date ordered smelt as an appetizer and explained she hadn't had it since she was a girl and was her dad's favorite. She ordered a special chicken and shrimp dish with a pink sauce and I had a chicken and Italian sausage dish both were outstanding. We capped it of with house made tiramisu.“

“I stayed in downtown Orlando and needed something satisfying to eat.I looked up Anthony's menu and went for the Turkey Pesto Panini. Unfortunately, it wasn't on the menu for Sunday brunch. But with the above and beyond customer service, Magic happened in Orlando. The cashier said I could get you the same thing in as a pizza.This pizza was everything I needed. Turkey Pesto Pizza on a thin semi crisp crust. This should be a new addition to the menu, in my opinion.The vendu has 4 different seating area to chose from, complete indoor dining, open patio with TVs, the Bar, and streetside seating to enjoy the city's downtown culture.“

“Omg! I was totally impressed!Had the Roasted Red Peppers with garlic and buratta cheese with olive oil as an appetizer. It was a mouth explosion of flavor!All noodles are made from scratch. I had my old stand by Spaghetti and meatballs. It came with two ginormous meatballs, way more than I could eat. It had the perfect sauce to complement.Our server was a punky young gal who could tell you exact ingredients and exactly how it was used in the dish.I will definitely go again!!!“

“By far one of the best experiences I have had at a restaurant. The charcuterie tray had the most wonderful tasting meats, olives, cheese and goodies you could want. The half chicken with sweet potatoes was to die for as was the lamb. I definitely recommend this place to everyone. The manager was exceptional and made sure we had a delightful experience“