50 Best Italian Restaurants near Salem

“They accommodated us as a large group (14) for an after wedding dinner during their busy October season. Food was great. Service was excellent! Serving size was good and price was surprisingly modest for our large group.“

“Piccolo bowl huge and delicious“

“Highly recommend the pizza; it features all very fresh ingredients. The staff is very friendly and the environment is very comfortable! Great to bring the kids!“

“Amazing service! Great food and drinks! Antonio was AMAAAZZZING!!! He’s the best server ever!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️“

“Scott and his crew are a welcome staff to this place. Had an awesome toasted Italian today with some pizza and a few other items to boot. Great service, clean place, excellent food. Can’t wait to go back!! Good luck Scott, you’re going to kill it!!“

“Everything is superb. They do everything right. I love this place.“

“Amazing food and service with authentic Italian hospitality!“

“A regular go to restaurant........fortunate to have locally“

“Exceptional Italian food. Extremely pleasant and generous offerings. Strongly recommend to family and friends.“

“We went there tonight. The food was delicious. The staff were amazing. We loved everything about this place. Thank you for a wonderful dinning experience. We will definitely be back.“

“This place had the best chicken Parmesan we had ever eaten. I’m so glad we stumbled upon this place that was not too far from our hotel. Our waitress was so kind and attentive.“

“By far the best food and atmosphere! Cheryl was our server and was simply outstanding! The portions are huge and the food is fresh and inspired!“

“Our favorite date night restaurant!! We love Berry Tavern! Great food, great drinks and great service!“

“Took my brother in for his birthday 9/8, the waiter was great the food was great and the atmosphere was great and Linda at the front door of course was also a great woman and funny! Now my brother is taking me back for my birthday 9/16 who needs the nort end when we have this great family Italian restaurant right on foster st in Peabody!“

“The food was great, but what really made this dining experience so phenomenal & memorable was our waitress Fabiola. Such a bright personality that made this night with friends one I’ll remember forever.“

“Last night I had the pleasure of visiting Volo Craft Pizza in Swampscott, MA — and wow, what an experience! 🌊🍕 The ambiance right by the water is beautiful, with Boston’s skyline in the distance, and the service made us feel right at home. Owners Pina and Tony are so warm and personable — it truly feels like family when you’re there. Now, the food… absolutely incredible. Having grown up with New York City parents (and with my own background working in a pizza restaurant), I know good pizza when I taste it — and this was next-level. Their Detroit-style Double Trouble pizza with hot honey was out of this world. 🍯🔥 The Caesar salad with fresh-grated cheese was crisp and flavorful, and don’t even get me started on the cannolis with chocolate chips and lemon — pure heaven. 🍋🍫 I’d happily drive 35 minutes any day for this. The pizzas are clearly made with love, and I can’t wait to bring my parents back to try it. If you’re anywhere near the North Shore (or even if you’re not) — do yourself a favor and try Volo. Highly recommend! 🙌 #VoloCraftPizza #SwampscottMA #NorthShoreEats #PizzaLovers #DetroitStylePizza #BostonEats #FoodieFavorites“

“We had my parents’ 50th anniversary dinner here for a party of 20. The service was impeccable! Shane and Kat were absolutely amazing! The food and drinks were fantastic. Everything cane out perfect from the apps to tge main dishes. It was a beautiful evening to celebrate love and family. Thank you so much for helping to make it perfect!“

“Went for dinner Sunday with my son and had one of the best meals I’ve had in a very long time. From the Service, the bread in that oil was amazing to the shrimp scampi and the tiramisu. Highly recommend!!!“

“food is the best on the north shore. tom and Laura are great drivers and staff very friedly“

“This place phenomenal. I tried the weekly special Seafood Pizza (Frutti di Mare), and it was one of the best specialty pizzas I've had in a long time. The pizza was loaded with fresh seafood and wasn't heavy or overwhelming. Every bite was packed with flavor. You can taste the subtle garlic, and fresh herbs notes which let the quality of the seafood shine through. My favorite part is the fact that it is wood fired! It was cooked perfectly with just the right amount of crispness and chew.

Aside from the food, the service was outstanding and made the entire experience even better. It's clear that this place takes pride in using fresh ingredients and creating authentic Italian dishes. If you're looking for a hidden gem on the North Shore, this place is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back to see what weekly special they come up with next!“

“Delicious food! Always willing to help the community.“

“The most amazing dinner experience we’ve ever had! Theresa made us feel like family and even kept my 7 year old laughing and excited the whole meal. Her food takes you right back to Italy and it’s made with so much love. We traveled from Texas and tried it on a whim - WOW best meal/experience of the whole trip. I am forever grateful for the meal and kindness you gave to me and my family. Please don’t hesitate, just jump in and try her place today!“

“Victor’s is amazing!!!!! We had a party was last night and the centerpiece was the food!!! Everyone RAVED about how delicious it was, I can’t tell you how many times I mentioned Victor’s on Lincoln Ave. 🥰🥰🥰. You’re the best and well keep coming back for more. THANK YOU SO SO MUCH!!!!!! 🥰🪩“

“Been going there since I was a kid,.... The homemade pasta and there prepared food is one of the best around.. The homemade pasta reminds me of my Nonna like she use to make.. If you are looking to pick something up, get there early, very popular place and don't forget to bring cash..“

“I can only say that Old Tyme Italian is the best. The restaurant, the staff, the food all excellent. My family has had a few functions there and no complaints ever. We highly recommend it.“

“Everything about the store is on point! The homemade pastas that you bite into and your teeth feel that little firmness,😃, the flavors that your palate starts taking on, your brain instantly wants MORE! As you savor (and possibly moan a bit to loud lol) the incredible flavors of something as simple as carbonara, w/prosciutto, red onions & Romano cheese. Every visit, including take-out has been 💯% spot on! Mentioning take out, we recently dined outside, and watched the grubbers (grub hub) mad dashes in and out multiple times! We recognized at least 3 drivers, non stop pickup and drop orders, repeatedly! Thank you so much Little Store for your incredible hard work (when no one wants to work and think they should get everything free🤬🤬🤬) You are what America is built on! From the front of the house to last dish washed, you are all a generous team, so it appears from the outside. Great Job! P.S.Your freshness is duly noted!!! There are desserts, lemon mascarpone 🍰 cheesecake (can’t remember if it’s cake or cheesecake…red, red, wine..) Just stupid delicious at the end of a fantastic meal!! And I have had the chocolate torte or something like that…. 😱😱equally as good! I would just ROLL in them if it was acceptable…🤣🤣🤣so yummy!!! Thanks for letting me share my joy of The Little Store… and there legit hardworking staff!!! 👍👍👍“

“Great atmosphere and great food! Everything was great! Will definitely be back“

“This was hands down the best food ive ever had in my life. The chef must be the happiest person in the world, because all the food was cooked with pure love lol. Our sever Brenna was amazing very attentive when the place was buzzing. The atmosphere in here was nothing but pure joy from all around laughter and happiness filled the restaurant. The food I could not find words to describe the portions to price to quality all 10 out of 10. This place is amazing my fiancé and I now have hope for the future lol. Amazing just amazing.“

“Thanks for all you do to help my husbands veterans project each in year Beverly. Your food is delicious!“

“Caffe Italia is the absolute best!!!Delicious food,wonderful staff,reasonable prices!!I Cannot say enough good things about Caffe Italia Trattoria & Bar! One is made to almost feel like family.Atmosphere is lovely ,friendly & relaxing.I highly recommend!!“

“Excellent service and food“

“I only wish they had WiFi I took an uber and could not order one to go home. I had to have a family member call one for me. In this day and age when people want to be responsible they make it very hard😩“

“Greet food we will always come back her to eat“

“My husbands family took out out to eat here. I had the steak tips and my husband had Ravioli's and Meatballs! We both enjoyed the meal! We each swapped out on each others dinner! So we both got the same thing basically! We will definitely be back! Rachel J Esposito“

“My son has special needs and we were treated with such kindness. I’m so thankful for the service provided and giving us a larger table to eat at so my son doesn’t get burnt. Heather is compassionate and made my heart smile! The food is beyond superb and there is no doubt that Logan and I will be back soon! ❤️“

“Always a wonderful appetizer, main course, and dessert here. Our family has been coming for over a decade. I especially love that they serve cassata cake, as it’s one of my favorite desserts. Fried calamari is a go-to. Their pizza is amazing. Gnocchi and meatballs are so good!“

“I recently visited this pizzeria and had a great experience overall. The pizza was absolutely delicious—fresh ingredients, perfectly baked crust, and rich flavors in every bite. You can really tell they care about quality and authenticity. What made the visit even better was the staff. They were welcoming, friendly, and very attentive without being overwhelming. The service was quick, and they made sure everything was just right throughout the meal. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy good food with friends or family. I would definitely recommend this pizzeria to anyone looking for tasty pizza and excellent customer service.“

“There good is amazing & I can’t get over their chicken wingsss 💕💕💕“

“5/29/26
Lunch
Our group of 6 was treated to an amazing lunch at Prince's today.
Thank you Mr Castraberti and Staff! You all made our day!!
We had the Mushroom and Sauceech Pizza, Veal Parm, Eggplant Parm, Fried Chicken Sandwich... I did the Side of Angel Hair with 1 Sauceech and 1 Meatball. The sauce is Amazing!! Fresh, Homemade, San Maranzano Tomatoes make it sweet. Just like I've had in Italy.
5 Stars!“

“very good food..... so good I had to get more take home for later.“

“Food is always good Whose Muddy Shoes very entertaining“

“I have tried salads, subs, multiple pizzas, wings & dinners all were fantastic. Reasonably priced, owner super friendly. Easily best pizza in Beverly as well as Best pizza ever. Meatballs are unbeatable size quality I could go on and on.“

“Screams old school Italian 🫶🤌“

“Never disappointed at Capone’s. Chicken parm is the best! Also love their chicken Marsala! Good service and atmosphere!“

“Exceptional service and food. What a gem in Danvers. We ordered the octopus, which was unbelievably tender. This is the best meal we've had in a while. Impressive wine list and fun to drop in because the menu is always changing. Would highly recommend. Don't miss out!“

“Our extended family celebrated an 80th birthday Sat. There were 14 of us & our Food was delivered all together & hot. Not easy with a large crowd. The food was varied & each dish was perfect! Huge shout out to our waitress Savanna 💕 So attentive, friendly with excellent service.“

“The cheese pizza (Quattro Formaggi) has to be one my Top 3 pizzas. Very tasty.“

“Great Fast Service. Great Food. 6 Stars 🌟 Six“

“Food is always delicious. But there have been some menu changes, the MUSCLES have been permanently removed from the menu , this is so dissapointing to me, a real game changer, its the main reason i would go here :(“

“I took my wife to Magia in Danvers on December 8, 2022. I have been patronizing many, many Italian restaurants in the area for many years. However, I can tell you that going to this one was an unbelievable experience. Here's how I would rate this Restaurant. Service: 10/10 Food: 10/10 Cleanliness: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Menu Choices: 10/10 What else can I say. I was greatly impressed with the service and the food. In passing, I mentioned, to the folks at the desk, that I was there for the first time, and it was my wife's birthday. What do you know, the server brought over a few Canoles with a lit candle. How considerate was that!!! My recommendation: Give this place a try. You will not regret it. If you have any special food requests, they are very accommodating. A truly wonderful group of people. By the way, they actually know how to make Veal Parisian correctly with exceptionally tender veal. Their Salmon is also great!! Give it a try. You won't regret it.“