33 Best Italian Restaurants in Charleston

“Great food; great service“

“When you go sit at the kitchen counter. Loved watching the cooks.“

“We had such a wonderful experience celebrating our anniversary here, and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible waitress, Naomi. From the moment we sat down, she was warm, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic about making our evening special.

What truly stood out was the thoughtful surprise she organized for us — the entire staff signed a beautiful anniversary card, and she even gave us a postcard to send as a keepsake. It was such a personal and meaningful touch that made the night unforgettable.

Naomi checked on us at all the right moments without ever being intrusive, made great recommendations, and made us feel truly cared for throughout the entire meal. The food and atmosphere were fantastic, but Naomi’s hospitality elevated the whole experience.

Thank you for making our anniversary so memorable — we will absolutely be back!“

“If you love authentic Italian sandwiches, Porkchetta is the place to go. Their sandwiches are served on fresh, homemade focaccia bread and packed with high-quality, fresh ingredients. Every bite is full of flavor, and the staff makes you feel right at home. An outstanding experience from start to finish — highly recommend!“

“Can't wait to visit! Looks amazing!“

“We visit Le Farfalle every time we visit Charleston, as it is a tradition for me and my son. We love the food and the atmosphere. We can’t wait to have many more trips together to enjoy there.“

“Amazing food. Everything is homemade. My fiancé and I live an hour away and it is always worth the drive. Must try! We have loved everything we have tried. After developing a gluten intolerance I can still enjoy their delicious gluten free lasagna. Even their homemade breads are much easier to digest than anything else I have tried! Such a treat to get their food 🥰“

“The service, food and atmosphere are outstanding.“

“delicious meal with great service. everything was wonderful, from the bread to pasta to tiramisu. Dogu took good care of us.“

“Drinks, food and service— all fantastic!“

“Great Food, baked clams, chicken parm YUmmy“

“Truly one of the most authentic Italian spots in Charleston. There’s no shortage of great options, but this is one I’d come back to every time. The menu is designed for family-style dining, though they’re happy to accommodate à la carte requests if that’s more your pace. Affordable, welcoming, and genuinely feels like I'm in Italy.“

“Really authentic Italian at reasonable prices! So good! We especially like the Bolognese and Penne Ala Vodka. Great focaccia bread too. And we can't not order without getting my mom a Tiramisu! You can't support a nicer family-run business!“

“I can confidently say it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! Although we didn’t have a reservation, the staff went above and beyond to accommodate our large party and quickly arranged a lovely table for our group. When we asked for recommendations, our waiter suggested a family-style three-course meal, and we couldn’t be happier with his suggestion! Each course was beautifully presented, and simply delicious. From appetizers to desserts, every dish was crafted with care and creativity. It was a wonderful way to experience the menu and share in the joy of great food together. If you’re ever in the area, do yourself a favor and dine here—you won’t regret it! Thank you for an amazing experience; I can’t wait to return!“

“Just ate dinner at the reopened Mondos and loved it! Great atmosphere, excellent server and delicious food! Highly recommend“

“First timing eating here last night. Amazing food, service, etc!“

“Crust Wood Fired Pizza delivers on great pizza—but what really sets it apart is the incredible customer service. The wood-fired pizzas are consistently delicious, with perfectly cooked crusts and well-balanced toppings that make every bite satisfying.

But beyond the food, the staff truly shines. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, they make you feel taken care of from the moment you walk in. It’s the kind of place where good pizza becomes a great experience because of the people behind it. Absolutely worth coming back for—again and again.“

“Chicken piccata was amazing. Our server Dominick is a true professional. Our experience was terrific. Compliments to the chef🫶“

“I took my wife on a mini food tour and this was our last stop. The food was very delicious! We only ordered the Disco Fries and the Bruno Bianco pizza. The fries were very flavorful with vodka sauce, pesto, and fresh mozzarella. The Bruno Bianco was extremely fresh and very delicious. You could definitely taste the aromas of the parmigiano and basil pesto ranch sauce. It was phenomenal!! I completely recommend this place and these options.“

“Delicious and creative menu!“

“👊 Pizza A Modo Mio continues to impress with their quality. Definitely the best in the area and love to see them prosper!!!“

“We were a family of four we all have our different opinions all the time but Renzo Pizza my all-time favorite the Caesar salad the empanadas I had the Kevin McAlister my three children had all different pizzas that were absolutely crispy. Delicious the flavors the spices excellent ambience the music was fantastic. I even went to the boss and said her playlist was great Tony, our waiter, phenomenal, attentive, funny personable. I would recommend this place. Just go and have a great time.“

“Best food and service in all of a Charleston. Ask for Gage Jenkins. Best server in town.“

“Great pizza. Excellent service. We always love eating here when we are on DI !“

“Baker’s Bar is one of those places that just gets it. The team is always hustling and welcoming, serving up fantastic cocktails, fresh delicious salads and pizza, and a soundtrack that somehow always matches the mood. Finally, a place made for locals! We keep coming back for a reason... The rest is still unwritten“

“I am so upset that we’ve never ordered from here before!! It was the best pizza and pasta we’ve ever gotten in the Charleston area. I would even compare it to the food we got in Little Italy in NY. The pizza is superb with the best crust, sauce and mozzarella!! The spaghetti with marinara and the Lasagna were AMAZING as well. It’s our new go to for pizza and pasta!!“

“Tori took great care of us! Great service ! Cute atmosphere with I door and outdoor seating.We played a tournament here last year and loved it. We are back again and the food was just as delicious.The garlic knots are so good! Pizza is very good and so is the pasta .“

“La Mejor Pizza Que Hemos Comido En SC ✨ 10/10 Excelente Servicio Al Cliente!“

“Visiting Charleston,SC, needed something filling . Found New York Pizza on East Bay Street. The young lady April who took my order over the phone was wonderful. She was most helpful in suggesting the amount and toppings. My mobility issues allowed me to go to the Lobby and receive my Pizza. Leo brought it to the desk, he was very nice, appreciative and caring. April and Leo are great employees to have, they accommodate others issues and make it happen. I am most grateful and thankful. My Pizza,Side Salad, Strawberry Lemonade mad the difference also. Thank you again and again April and Leo.“

“Only have one question…how come you are not open at 9am. So glad you are here to make these amazing pies. Never disappoints, well except having to wait for you to open!“

“Bruh, BEST PIZZA IN CHARLESTON IDGAF what anyone says. $10 a slice, yeah sounds expensive. But when you SEE it OMG. And then taste it?! Bro, GET DOWN HERE NOW.
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PREEM FEED MY CHOOMS“

“Just got an everything pizza, it’s probably the BEST pizza I’ve ever tasted!! The pizza was fast and fresh and amazing, what more can you ask for!! My new Charleston tradition will definitely be Suna’s pizza!! Thanks guys 😀“

“We ordered an Italian sub, a steak sub and a medium thin crust pizza with 4 toppings, from Ryan. Everything was fresh and tasted great ! Ryan really has it going on !!!“