17 Best Italian Restaurants near Pontoon Beach

“Just went there today for lunch. Very friendly staff. Fast service. We ordered mozzarella sticks, and 2 beefs sweet with also hot peppers. Everything came out hot and delicious! Also thanks for the military discount. We appreciate your business acknowledging our service.“

“Riccardo’s on Broadway has as much atmosphere, friendly service, and great food as the old Ricardo’s. They’ve done a great job redoing this old building. Haven’t been there for dinner but do intend to try it. Their lunch menu including lunch specials was great!“

“Excellent food and service. Best Italian in the neighborhood. Would have been 5 stars but they really need some type of window covering. It was around 5:30 or so and the sun was beating in my side of the tables eyes. You seriously couldn't see anything. Other than that, which lasted about 45 minutes, the place was perfect.“

“The food was very good - flavorful and just the right amount of filling to bread ratio. Service was so friendly and they had patience with us as first time customers. Sitting outside was not an issue except wish there were umbrellas - sun was reflecting off the foil inside box so made it difficult to fully enjoy the experience. But would definitely go back - great job and highly recommended!“

“We were in town for a long weekend celebrating our anniversary and chose to go here for our anniversary dinner. Service was outstanding, the staff was so friendly, a great atmosphere, and delicious pasta. I ordered a cosmopolitan that was great, and we got a dessert that was wonderful also.“

“We were out of towners looking for good food, we found it at Farsi’s. Greek chicken with beautifully steamed veggies, tasty side salad…amazing for a regular eater, but for a keto eater, simply superb!!! Wait staff was attentive, nice and efficient.“

“Outstanding and we are looking forward to our next visit. What a pleasant surprise and I’m kicking myself for not trying Mungo’s sooner. It’s not cheap, but you get what you pay for and if you’re looking for bar food keep walking down the street, this isn’t your place.“

“Always a good meal here. Rustic atmosphere simple menu, but everything is prepared to meet St. Louis Hill Italian standards. Neopolitan style pizza, bread and olive oil. Great house wine value, also good selection of wines by the bottle.UPDATE: This is one of our favorite restaurants in Edwardsville. It hits the sweet spot of consistently excellent Italian food without pretension or fuss. The service is always great. I don’t hesitate to take my St. Louis friends here. I know they will love it, too.“

“The food was wonderful! The creamy mushroom risotto was hands down one of the best side dishes I’ve ever tried.We had crab cakes, glazed rack of lamb with risotto, and sea bass over angel hair pasta with a loaded potato. For drinks we had the Cardinal Sparkle and the Sniper.They waiter was very knowledgeable and checked on us often. Overall wonderful experience.The only downfall was that the bathroom was absolutely repulsive. Trash all over the floor, people coming and going without washing their hands, barely any room for more than 1 person at the sink…“

“The Bull’s Eye Calzone is mouth watering and satisfyingMarinated streak, spinach, garlic Mushrooms, balsamic onions, garlic Herb cheese, fontina, garlic oil.With French Onion Sauce on the side.I have found the best way to eat a Calzone is to cut it in half and then eat the corner and leave a slice worth to take home because they have well served portion'sAnd the Caesar Salad was magnificent I love me a great Caesar’s dressing and it was perfectly creamy and well mixed withRomaine Lettuce, Parmesan cheese, Pesto Croutons, and Red OnionsDon’t got get that Caesar dressingGo you will enjoy your experience they have delicious sodas.“

“Friendly people and great service and so much to choose from. For a Christmas Party for 22 guests got a pan of Rigatoni with meat sauce and a pan of Pasta con Broccoli, they both were a hit with my guests! Plan on using them again! Wonder if there is an Italian version of Jambalaya or Red Beans and Rice would definitely have it for out Mardi Gras Party in Soulard this coming February.“

“Went to see a friend play a show. The space is really interestingly decorated. I could have stared at the ceiling for 4 more hours. They are also showing people's art. We Stan and will endlessly go back to a business supporting art. Firstly, they have like an actual pitcher of mimosas. Super tasty pizza. Street parking was abundant on a Saturday morning.“

“I had a very good expirence there ....my family got done with a funeral and we decided to go put to eat afterwards....I got spaghetti and the rest of my family member had pizzas....I would definitely go back to joesany time I'm in the area....thank you very much...“

“The atmosphere and service are stellar! I dine in on occasion, but regularly do carry out. The cajun chicken pasta is my absolute favorite. While I don't think the carry out portions are the same as the in-house portions, it could just be plating magic that makes it appear to be a bigger portion. Sit on the patio if given the chance. ❤️“

“Our first time visiting and it was a very memorable experience that we will highly recommend others to see for themselves. The waitress we had was on top of her duties taking care of us in spite of the extra large table that came in after us. Thank you for such amazing food and excellent customer service.“

“We originally went to the steakhouse across the street. We were ignored and came here instead. We were so glad we did!!The service was fantastic fast, and the waiters knew their stuff. The food was absolutely delicious highly highly recommended to eat here if you are in the area! My husband and I got the rigatoni for 2. There was some to bring home and we totally ate that the next day“

“We are blown away with the experience we had. From service, appetizers, food and atmosphere. The meatballs are to DIE for! We had the kitchen sink pizza—YUM! We are from Southern Indiana and would love to see you in our neck of the woods! Think Santa Claus, IN! Thank you for a wonderful evening.“