50 Best Italian Restaurants near Wheaton Glenmont

“Terra Mare is a great little place in the heart of Wheaton. It's got a decent spread of Italian fare, including brick oven pizzas, which they make right there in the open part of the kitchen. The cocktails there are decent, and the service is always friendly and great.“

“Over the years we have visited numerous Italian restaurants in the area. We have had some bad experiences and were hesitant to try another Italian restaurant in the area. I am glad that we decided to try Cristina's. The food was amazing and delicious! We started with the scallops that were cooked perfectly. I followed that with Fetucini Alfredo which was well prepared and the sauce was what I expect from an authentic Italian restaurant. My wife had the Branzini fish and it was fresh and well cooked. To make the night even better, the service, led by Elmer, was above and beyond. The wine he recommended for each of our dishes complimented the dishes perfectly. I plan to go back and take our close friends with us.“

“The best pizzas you can expect in Washington D.C. I assure you there's no one better. But people just love it. It's always packed and the pizzas never disappoint. It's a must-try for someone looking for a great pizza take out.“

“Our server, Frank was incredibly welcoming and kind. We had some lovely conversation with him throughout the meal and enjoyed the service, courses, and the overall atmosphere. Each course was paired well with Audrey's Wine pairing and the dishes were stunning.“

“We are obsessed with Revelers hour! It’s so cozy inside and the food is always delicious - the garlic knots are a must. Great alternative to tail up goat , more food for less price! Our waiter was great at selecting wines for our table. Also good for vegetarians too - plenty of options I could choose from! The tortelli and the ceaser are some of our favorites.Vegetarian options: Multiple pastas and appetizers for vegetarians!“

“Stopped by and ordered the Fumo Pizza and Black Truffle Pizza, along with the free Margherita Pizza. The pizza tastes fresh, and enjoyed the texture and flavors of each pie. My favorite was the Margherita. Definitely will come back to try the other pizzas.“

“We recently discovered this hidden gem, and we were absolutely thrilled with everything! Can’t wait yo try their Sunday brunch!For my kid's birthday party, we decided to order from Emi Rossi, and the pies were a huge hit with all the guests. It's easily our favorite pizza place so far!“

“Great food, super cute and chic ambiance, and easy, prompt service. The menu has all the classics of an upscale Italian restaurant and the flavors + portions don't disappoint! I had the Burrata, the mushroom pasta, and the broccolini - all were well prepared and delicious. The price point is certainly on the higher side but nonetheless it's a cute and cosy spot that I hope to be back to soon. Glad to have this option in the neighborhood!“

“We had a late lunch, so not busy. Food was excellent. Service was good, as was the atmosphere. I feel to judge it thoroughly and truly, I should go at peak hours. However, I would definitely go again, and I have already recommended it to a friend.“

“We have been a few times over the years the experience is always great. The staff are always very helpful and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is great. The food is delicious, we have always enjoyed our meals. Take your time and take it in. We always like to just slow things down a bit and enjoy when we visit. It will be on the more expensive side but worth the cost.Parking: Paid parking but Validated up to 2 hours. Small garage underneath/near the restaurant.“

“Came here randomly on a Friday since one of my friends wanted to try it and I was blown away. Did not have a reservation but I was lucky enough to find a seat at the bar. (It gets busy so book a reservation in advance). The restaurant is inside a house so you are separated in small groups in each room, which I really enjoyed. First thing I ordered was the expresso martini, and it was one of the best expresso martinis I had. Our bartender Ron was a joy. He was awesome and made our visit 10xs better. He recommended all the best dishes, and was very patient with us while we were ordering. The whole staff was super friendly. The food was just amazing as service. Started off with some meatballs, tuna bites, and wood fired oysters. I did not take pictures unfortunately since I was hungry and dug in immediately. The meatballs were amazing and would recommend anyone to order those if visiting. They come with 3 meatballs so heads up. Personally I'm not a seafood person but I did enjoy the tuna bites. For the main course ordered the house pizza, the Penne alla vodka pasta, and the bolognese pasta. Personally those were all amazing and I couldn't tell you which one I enjoyed most. You can't go wrong with any of those, and order all of them if you can because they were all delicious. Safe to say that I will be back, and will be back to try the steak and other dishes that are offered.“

“Gregorio's is the perfect neighborhood Italian Restaurant. After living in Bronx and eating where the "Goodfellas" eat, Gregarios is a close match. Pizza is awesome. All dishes are savory and plentiful. Had the Veal chop thisbb by past weekend...Superior! It gets crowded so make a reservation“

“Went to Angelo’s Pizza Pasta and Deli for the first time not too long ago and the service was immaculate. Everyone is very nice, they get your order done on time even offer saples while you wait! I got the spaghetti with meatballs and it was fantastic. Although it’s not restaurant or five star food it’s just like Mom’s cooking. A well home-made dish that you can’t beat for the price. Will be going again soon!“

“Casual dining heaven...what a find! This cozy spot is close to Clemyjontri playground (my nice and nephew love) ticked all the boxes for a laid-back dinner. Despite the hustle and bustle, the staff managed to seat us promptly, and their friendly demeanor added to the inviting atmosphere. Now, let's talk about the food - simply delicious! The pasta selection was impressive, and the build-your-own-pasta option was a hit with our group. And for those craving something classic, the chicken parm didn't disappoint. I was pleasantly surprised by the availability of Peroni 0.0 - a perfect choice for a non-alcoholic drinker (like myself that evening). In summary, if you're in the area and craving some comfort food in a relaxed setting, this spot is a must-visit. We'll definitely be returning for more pasta perfection. And as always, go Caps! #bubblytip: Great spot to go with children“

“A first date cancelled on my 20 minutes before we were supposed to meet. My super sweet server consoled me and even gave me a free dessert. The whole staff was unbelievably nice, and my Monday night half price pizza was delish. I've also had the pasta in the past and thought it was great, too. Cozy decor. I recommend.“

“I called in for a to-go order on a rainy Wednesday night, and got a small meat lovers pizza with lemon cake. I don't think the pizza was worth it as it reminded me of dry frozen pizza that I could've baked myself for a fraction of the cost. The lemon cake was delicious however! The owners were very sweet when I went to pick up my food and even gave me a small discount-- an even $20 instead of $21 and some change haha. I would come back to try their cheesesteaks, but would avoid the pizza in all honesty.“

“My family loves Tartufo and the restaurant owner. This neighborhood restaurant has always served consistently delicious dinners! We have dined at Tartufo as many as 30 times over the years. Since the Covid-19 pandemic we have ordered our Saturday night dinners from your restaurant on 4 different occasions. Every meal has been fantastic. My family wants you to know how enjoyable and delicious your meals are. We all have favorites dishes on your menu that we order! Please know how much we love Tartufo and how grateful we are that you are located in our very own neighborhood. It is a treat to have such a wonderful restaurant in walking distance of where we live and to ALWAYS have outstanding meals!! We will continue to support this fine restaurant and use the carry out services for as long as needed during the pandemic. We send the owner our best wishes! Sincerely, Rob“

“We love Gregorio’s in Potomac and much prefer that location. We feel like family there. We decided to try this location and I have to say, it’s really not the same at all. The food was fine, not quite as good (for example the pasta was not al dente and was soggy and overcooked, the bread was not warm). The service on Sangamore just doesn’t feel personal, attentive or warm. Something is missing. I wouldn’t recommend this location but would highly recommend a visit to Potomac!“

“Very delicious Napolitano foodVery well cooked with care and attentionTraditional Italian restaurant with emphasis on real Italian not Italian-American dishes.Very good servers.Owners are involved in operations and engaging with diners.The cream for pasta was well made, not taste thick and waxy.And pizza was wonderful.Drink options are good.Great place for family, couples, social, and semi formal dining.Can't find a flaw or fault in this fine establishment.??????????️Highly recommended from someone who does not eat Italian foods often.“

“This was my first visit to Capri despite living in McLean for several years. It is a traditional white tablecloth restaurant and I was a bit hesitant to try it, but the food was wonderful. My rack of lamb was cooked just the way I requested and was not at all fatty/greasy as some lamb can be. The dark gravy was excellent as were the accompanying vegetables and crispy small roasted potato wedges. The other members of my party had Italian dishes which they were very happy with. Desserts - spumoni encased in chocolate and tiramisu - were excellent. We will definitely be back.“

“The best Italian food outside of Italy! Have been regular frequent diners for many years. All food - including pasta - is made fresh every day. The service is superb, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Whether dining in or to go the food is consistent and delicious every time. Any day of the year they perform - which is why this is a go to on holidays such as new years - the same consistent menu, quality, and service.“

“I stumbled on this place by accident and it didn’t disappoint! Good bread is the key to every sandwich and they bake their’s fresh. Already off to a great start with a solid foundation. Round 1 was the porchetta sandwich. Good porchetta takes hours to make and is one of those foods that are easy to mess up and a skill to get right. I had my first bite of this sandwich and all I could do was close my eyes, smile, and eat. The flavor of the porchetta was amazing and the seasoned broccoli rabe took it to the next level. I was going to leave half for dinner later but that didn’t happen. No regrets… I’d gladly go back and get a second one for dinner. Round 2 was the cold cut sandwich and it’s one of the best I’ve had. Simple and easy, good ingredients, and the green sauce brings it together perfectly. Not too oily or greasy which is a plus because you can eat your sandwich without needing a stack of napkins. If you haven’t tried Vignola you need to. If you have I’m sure you’re going back just like I plan to.“

“Tried this new restaurant in Bethesda. The service was excellent. Even got to chat with the owner’s mother. The appetizers were very good. The fish dish was superb and the spaghetti dish with clams was good although they were small. Apple cake was a nice desert and the sambuca was good but lacking the coffee beans. Only negative thing was the noise. Could barely hear the server. But I would definitely go back.“

“this is our go to spot when my son wants pizza and I'm not really in the mood for much because they have everything someone in our family wants if it's not pizza! if we are not getting pizza the pastas are yummy ans i always get the beet salad! it's can be very pricey here but we love the workers here everyone is pleasant and I don't think I have had a bad experience in here once. we have been coming here for the past two years the plus is the spot this is located in has a market and ice cream shop on the same strip. so while your out to get food you can always go and get dessert after or stop in the market. great location“

“OMG! Finally a real NY Pizza! 3/2/24 12 noon, I just happened to ride by this place and I saw it said New York Pizza. So I bought one slice just to check it out, finally, finally, finally a real New York pizza! I will definitely be back to purchase a whole pie.“

“We came to D.C. for a couple days from AZ and my son wanted Italian. I sent my Mom some options in many different areas and she chose this place, and I’ll admit when we were dropped off in this area, I wasn’t quite sure, but we decided to go in, and were warmly welcomed, and enjoyed an amazing meal! I got the Gnocchi with Meat Sauce, my Mom enjoyed Ravioli with cream sauce, and my son said his spaghetti with meat sauce was one of the best! We go out to eat A LOT, and am glad we gave this little place a try.“

“I understand how it feels to have low expectations for food and then be pleasantly surprised by how good it is. I had a great experience with the pizza - the amount of cheese and sauce on it, along with the light and crunchy crust, must have been a real treat for my taste buds. Based on my recommendation, I would consider trying their pizza myself. And if you do end up trying their burgers or sandwiches in the future, please let me know how they are!“

“Heyyyy thank you so much to Matt and Izza!!! Your hard work for all this time has not gone unnoticed. It was getting pretty hectic and you all held it down. I have been in food and beverage for decades, I would have gotten a lil frazzled, and you didn’t. ? Service was amazing, and our pizzas were sooo good and made with love. ❤️“

“Chef Tony has done it again. An amazing place with the best seafood I’ve ever had. Tried the Trout, Salmon, and Cod and it was all delicious, especially the veggies on the side. The Bethesda’s Best Calamari is not just the best in Bethesda but the best I’ve ever had. Try this place, you won’t be disappointed“

“Quaint neighborhood restaurant with good Italian food and good drinks. Nice vibe with friendly staff. Food was pleasant — wish the portions of lasagna were a little larger. Very good Caesar salad and tasty Negroni. Would definitely return.“

“Pizza for $2.50 a slice. Very old school Italian deli. It was great to see this kind of place still going strong in an age of chain markets and restaurants. We also picked up some funky looking pasta sauce. We'll definitely be coming back to get olives as a party appetizer, or a pizza as takeout.“

“If you find yourself in the Bethesda MD area I recommend checking out Olazzo. The best calamari I've ever tasted. Dinner and bread hit the mark. Anthony had eggplant Parmesan, linguine and sausage. The sausage was amazing. There were a couple other choices I wish I had time in town to try. Very quaint neighborhood restaurant. Server was attentive and very friendly.“

“Olive Garden is as good as you will get for a chain restaurant. We really weren't going there because the food is top tier, we went because it has a great family atmosphere which ends up making the food taste. Little better. The service was superb for our party of 25 and I would definitely come back just for that. Even when we were leaving the manager (or who I thought) was the manager greeted us all goodbye and made sure our service was good during ordering. Just an added touch of care. Thank you for a great family memory and the price isn't bad either.“

“I wanted to post an update since my last review. I’m so impressed at the professionalism and follow up I received from the manager after my feedback. Ms. Robertson was thoughtful. Kind and helpful in discussing what happened and she also rectified the situation by providing gift certificates so we can have another opportunity to go back to the restaurant. Thank you for taking care of your customers. We are very pleased with this outcome.“

“I came to Caruso’s after hearing so much about it with a couple of my friends and we were not disappointed! The food was great and they were accommodating of dietary restrictions which was nice.The burrata was absolutely delicious and definitely a menu highlight. The gnocchi a la genovese and the penne alla vodka were great dishes overall. Our drinks were pretty good as well and the tiramisu was decent. Ordered espresso at the end and had to ask a couple of times for it because it seemed as though they were a little understaffed. Coffee was delicious though.“

“We had a great experience here. The complimentary bread was delicious. I got the pappardelle with Wild mushrooms and it was packed with umami flavor and the butter sauce was very unctuous. My wife got the gnocchi and she love it, the sauce had a lot of flavor. The service here was exceptional as well. We would definitely go back.“

“Love the pizza. But ... Seasoning is KEPT on the top of the trash receptacle. I once asked staff behind the counter if they could keep it elsewhere, but it didn't do any good. Yech!I went there last night and they had seasoning on top of the trash, as usual. They had seasoning in plastic containers like what you'd have sour cream or cottage cheese in. But with no top at all. Putting garlic powder on my slice without putting too much on was a challenge.You guys gotta do better.Update: Thanks for your response. I mentioned the issue once to your staff. They told me when they put the seasonings in a different spot, customers just put them back atop the trash.I don't believe that because *every single time I go there, they're *only on the trash container -- *never anywhere else. Ever.And .. even if that *were true? Figure out a way to prevent them from being removed -- or maybe put on top of the trash something round or whatever to prevent them from staying on top.Somehow, there's a way to prevent this problem. If you succeed, then I promise to delete from this review the part about the trash. If you don't, I'll add photos.“

“We would like to Thank Pizza Bolis at 1511 U St NW for providing this tasty pizza for tonight's Meeting at the Jubilee Learning Center..the Veggie and supreme pizza was the talk of the meeting.Thanks Pizza Bolis for your Community Support.Vegetarian options: The Veggie pizza is amazing“

“Used them to cater a charity event at the Fillmore in Silver Spring Saturday 3/9/24. Anthony was absolutely the best. Made ordering and making changes at the last minute no big deal. Two separate deliveries, both on time and the food was as promised and delicious. I highly recommend them for catering your next event. A definite 5 star endeavor from start to finish. Thank you Anthony and staff for helping to make this event a success.“

“Went there and ordered pizza today and my husband and I was very pleased, the customer service was impeccable and I definitely would suggest this spot, to anyone that is in the area and definitely worth the drive. You’ll definitely see us again.“

“What a great experience! Our guide, Elizabeth, was fun, friendly and knowledgeable. It was fun to get off of M street and learn about some of the historical significance and preservation efforts in the community. Of course the food was the highlight. Good variety of local flavors and generous portions to boot. Would definitely recommend!“

“This is a nice quaint resturant located in a strip mall with outdoor dining. We were seated fast. Our server was new but he was friendly and tried hard. He made good suggestions and knew the menu. The cocktails were aces! One of the best dirty martinis I've ever had and I'm a martini connoisser. The food was delicious and well prepared. This restaurant is a gem and the price point is excellent. A great value for the portion size and food quality. I can't wait to come back again when I'm in the DC area.Parking: Large parking lot“

“Walked by this place and went in on a whim. It was self seating, but we were greeted as we walked in. They had a nice robust menu and the service was fast. We had layers to drink so they left a pitcher for us. There was no rushing to get out of there and was definitely a great place for how relatively inexpensive it was for three people to eat. I am excited to go back.“

“This was a fantastic Italian restaurant. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable, the food was amazing, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting.I came here on a date. The staff gave us a great table. We could really take in the atmosphere and it wasn't loud where they put us, so we could easily have a conversation.I had the daily specials. All of them. I stuffed myself to capacity. It was great. The wine pairing was recommended by the waiter and it was a perfect compliment to the meal. My date was a vegetarian and the staff happily worked with her to ensure her order fit her dietary restrictions. I will definitely be coming back.“

“Selam Woldemariam is a world class guitarist and a legend in his home country, and it is such a treat to be able to catch him in this humble and elegant eatery on Fridays where the flavors and libations keep coming and everyone is treated like family.“

“We went here with a group of friends to celebrate several birthdays. The food was terrific, the service was great, and the prices reasonable. We were given our own space that was just perfect. I have driven past this restaurant for years thinking, "it looks so nice, I must go there sometime." I am glad to have finally made it inside the doors and look forward to returning.“

“Great place to stop in for lunch! It's strictly deli style so there is not any seating but our food was ready very fast. Very authentic Italian feel. We ordered the Italian and the chicken parmesan sandwiches. We were very impressed by the quality of the bread and other ingredients used. Very fresh and filling. We also purchased some cannoli which were some of the best shells we have had.“

“This was my first time at Ledo Pizza and I order 2 pizza special and Ledo steak and cheese lunch special the pizza was delicious other pizza places the pizza dough fill me up but Ledo topping is fresh a lot of ingredients at all dough I LOVE IT and also Ledo steak and cheese sub. The staff was very polite and well manner thank you Ledo I will be your number one customerWheelchair accessibility: I had no problem with handicap accessibility very convenient for all types of wheelchairs“

“I got the spinach and cheese pizza and I can tell you this is the best pizza I have ever eaten! If you are a fan of thin crust, go enjoy! I am from out of state and plan to order a whole pizza to take back home. I also ordered the meatball sub which paled in comparison, but was also good.“

“We were in Gaithersburg for a soccer tournament with our son. We googled nearby Italian restaurants and stumbled upon Il pizzico. Being of Sicilian descent, I noticed they had some familiar foods you can’t just get anywhere and made a reservation. What a pleasant surprise! From the carpaccio and arancini appetizers, pasta and risotto to the gelato and cannoli desserts, everything was 5 stars. We will be back in the spring!“