50 Best Italian Restaurants in Baltimore

“I was so happy to see Angeli’s coming to Fed Hill because I’d loved them in Fells! Now having done delivery and in-house highly recommended! Nice vegetarian and non-veggie options, delicious pizza crust and lovely desserts! Will definitely return“

“Our family of six enjoyed a delicious and beautifully prepared dinner at Cafe Campli recently. Every dish was intentional and on-point - created and presented with a lot of love, care, and attention to detail - and, looking appetizing and ready-to-eat rather than over-stylized. The flavors impressed! In every meal, the ingredients were fresh and high quality, and the flavors superb. The house-made pastas and sauces were exceptional - creatively prepared and perfectly approachable. I particularly enjoyed the chickpea fritters appetizer; but the burrata was equally impressive. The accompaniments to the meal - roasted carrots, broccolini, and salads - were at the peak of freshness and flavor - served at absolutely the right temperature and doneness and dressed masterfully to accentuate the quality of the vegetables. And, the desserts! I will be back! My affogato was served exactly as it should be - a rich, aromatic double espresso poured over a generous serving of salted caramel gelato in a clear glass cup. The aromas and tastes of both the espresso and gelato, as well as the integrity of the scoops of gelato, "held" until the very last sip of this very special dessert drink. One of the best, if not the best, espressos I have enjoyed at a restaurant. The other desserts were just as remarkable. Serving the cannoli on an extra "little pillow" of cannoli cream was absolutely the right touch - luxurious and special. The limoncello cake and the bomboloni were equally impressive. Our server made us feel immediately at home and took very good care of us throughout the meal. Thank you, thank you! I loved the laid back vibe and intimacy of the cafe, which allowed for an amazing dining experience without fussiness and unnecessary fanfare. Some truly lovely wines, cocktails, mocktails, beers, and 0-proof creations, as well. Thank you, Cafe Campli, for putting people first and preparing all your dishes with such love! A+++. 100%. I can't wait to come back! NancyVegetarian options: Three of the six main dishes ordered by my family were vegetarian and fabulous. Homemade pastas and sauces; risotto; vegetables at the peak of freshness; salads; fresh breads; excellent vegetarian appetizers; and, creatively prepared vegetarian accompaniments.“

“We have been coming to Di Pasquale’s for many years. Today I brought 8 of my Italian cousins here so they could see first hand how amazing this place is. They were blown away and can’t wait to go back.Unquestionably our favorite Italian spot hands down! Joe’s food is amazing. Don’t forget to walk through the rest of the store. There isn’t another Italian grocery store like it.Thank you Melanie for your excellent service! You did an amazing job! You made our day memorable!“

“Amazing dinner yesterday, I had the Squid Ink Pasta and Caesar salad. It taste really good and the quality was really great. Nice food portions and excellent quality of food. I also had some drinks. The cocktails were awesome and so refreshing. Menu was excellent and they have great portions too. Nice setting and pleasant ambiance.“

“Let’s get one this straight! This is the SPOT! The experience began with me running behind for my reservation because I-95 traffic is a..well we all know..so in calling the restaurant to alert them my first taste of Marta was Nick, who answered the phone in such a warm and friendly manner I felt welcomed even before my arrival! Now I will say parking is a challenge..but rise up to this challenge..be persistent..because once you’re safely parked you will reap amazing culinary rewards. The space itself..it beautifully done..muted colors and comfortable seating seem to say “ sit..get comfortable and get ready for a great time” Our server Michael was a JOY. Just as important as the food, is the service, Michael made sure that we were comfortable, answering all questions and providing excellent recommendations when they were asked for. No one could have asked for a better tour guide to lead our Marta experience..when making reservations..request him..I promise you won’t be disappointed. Appetizers! Tuna Cannoli..if you think you know tuna..I’m here to say NAW! This dish was whimsical and full of flavor. The tuna was fresh and prefect encased in a light cannoli shell..the sesame seeds tied the whole dish together for me perfectly. Beef tartare(my personal favorite) vibrant color and palate pleasing flavors! I like the addition of beets in place of the traditional capers. Even my one friend who hates beets agrees that it brought a great element to this dish. Oysters! Perfectly briny and chilled expertly the pink peppercorn granita was Everything! Entrees: I enjoyed the Agnolotti which was a fall themed plate of warm comfort food! The spiced squash and apple stuffed pasta was so flavorful..but just when you thought it couldn’t get better, BOOM! Brown butter sage sauce! Please do yourself a favor..make your reservation to enjoy this dish before it goes away..you won’t regret it. The risotto my friend enjoyed with the meatballs from the antipasti menu was creamy and honestly had me making my next reservation in my head so I could enjoy it all by myself! Saffron Brodo, Aged Parmesan, bring this dish home! He couldn’t stop raving about the meatballs and I know they must have been great because he didn’t share..lol My dear friend ordered the Panzotti featuring stuffed Duck and Foie Gras! All components of this dish worked together to create perfection! Wine list..well thought out and composed. When our initial choice was temporarily unavailable, cue Nick with a perfect recommendation for an alternative bottle! Desserts..we ordered them all..don’t judge..lol..we couldn’t decided..lol..and you only live once! In addition to ordering them all..you bet the 3 of us finished them all too! So no further details required..I just suggest you make sure to save room for at least one of these sweet temptations..really any one..you won’t regret it! So this concludes my most epic review..of a most epic experience! Thank you Marta..it was truly wonderful!“

“This was my first visit to Carrabba's for some time. What a GREAT choice!! I had one of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten (chicken Bruchette) and the yummiest pasta salad, which was recommended by our WONDERFUL server (Francis). I brought home a piece of Tiramisu (also a recommendation). This is my favorite dessert and I couldn't have been more pleased!! WOW! WOW!! and did I say WOW!!! Can't wait to go back. Thanks for being the best server ever Francis!!Parking: No problem in Overlea“

“At the risk of losing a great place, here I go:This is a solid/consistent spot to eat from.So far, everything I have tried has been good. Some items are addicting good.Others are just Good. And that is not said in a negative way at all.Inside is nothing eye catching. However, it is clean and well kept. And is BYOB.Wait times range from 15-30 min.I have a shellfish allergy, and thus far have had no problems.“

“We had a great dinner here! The decor was very pretty and the atmosphere was great. The service was extremely fast! The food was so good! We ordered the garlic bread and two pasta dishes and all were great!!Parking: The Little Italy Parking Garage was nearby and cheap.“

“Went to brunch there on Sunday and the food was excellent! Great portions and flavorful! We got the crab Benedict and tiramisu toast. Our waitress made sure our glasses were never empty and was very attentive throughout. I’ll be back for sure!“

“food and drinks were both great - delicious (and reasonably priced!) pizza, and i'm from new jersey so i know what im talking about. espresso martini had nice boozy coffee flavor. ambience was fun and the staff was super friendly. if you like pizza or italian food you gotta check it out!“

“Me and my family having been eating in Little Italy over 50 years .Ordered pick up and was surprisingly shocked that some type of Italian bread does nt come with Spaghetti ,offered garlic bread at additional $4 .Won't be going back.Also person at door who I paid had an attitude that certainly was nt customer friendly“

“Baltimore is Little Italy has a new bright shining star! Recently purchased by a young chef from Sardinia Italy, La Tavola, fresh new dishes and exciting menu. Native dishes from Sardinia like cuguliones And others highlight the attention to detail in their exciting new kitchen! I highly recommend this restaurant for their excellent food and remarkable service. Ron don’t walk to La Tavola.“

“This is the preferred Italian place for my wife and I, in all of the greater Baltimore area. It's a small and intimate atmosphere, the staff are great, and the food is amazing. You can absolutely tell it's all fresh and made in house.“

“The ambiance of this restaurant is rustic. The bathroom is nice and clean, always a plus. They have a second floor for additional seating and for special events/parties. The management and staff here is friendly, welcoming and accommodating. Me and my fiancée typically put in a special request for our pizzas not to have much char, which isn't a simply ask for wood-fired pizza. They have a large selection of pizzas, plus appetizers and you can request your pizza to be gluten-free. Love that use EVOO. On Mondays, the pizzas are 25% off. The pizzas are tasty and fresh. Will be back.“

“At a tagliata, I recommend trying the classic Tagliata di Manzo, which is thinly sliced grilled beef typically served with arugula, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan shavings. It's a delicious and flavorful choice that showcases the quality of the meat. Enjoy your meal!“

“We LOVE these sandwiches! They also have frozen "take and bake" meals in the back and those have been super clutch in the past. I use their spaghetti sauce sometimes too because it's incredible. And the people in here are just awesome. Everyone is kind and welcoming. It's a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Like a little "small town" vibe in the heart of a big city. We love this place and the people in it!“

“I have to start off by saying Mrs Grace's wings are so very good. The food here is just good. So whatever you order you'll like. I couldn't imagine anything leaving that kitchen bad. The service. We were made to feel as if we were long time customers. (we are not) It's totally worth a two hour drive from anyone's home who likes the real deal. And if you're traveling. It's an easy on and off the highway.“

“Stopped by to check out the subs here. This is only a few minutes away from the ballpark and a great place to pick up a sub on the way to the game. We had the Real Italian and totally enjoyed it. It was more than enough for my wife and I to share. There is ample parking at a public lot nearby.“

“It was the only place open to get some food late. Got a slice of pizza and a drink. They don't hold back on the vodka here! The drink was good. Definitely would go back.Vegetarian options: Got a side salad that came with some cheese bread it was really good.“

“Had dinner at the Mount Vernon location last night and the experience could not have been better- street parking was easy- the restaurant was clean and inviting. The staff, especially Carly was amazing. Carly was welcoming, very knowledgeable about the menu and attentive. I had the peppers and sausage and Chicken alla Toni & Tina breaded Chicken Cutlet | Lump Crab | Parmigiana | Spinach & Cream Sauce- everything was reasonably priced and delicious. Highly recommend.“

“This was one of my favorite meals I’ve ever had. The service was exceptional from beginning to end. The restaurant is elegantly decorated but not flashy. The wine pairings with each course was a wonderful touch and everything matched beautifully. The highlights were definitely the carbonara, the scallops, and the tiramisu, but every we ate was excellent. If you are looking for a place for a birthday, fancy date night, or anniversary, this is an excellent option right by the water.“

“Pizza came out fast, staff was amazing, and the pizza was amazing! The brick oven cooked the pizza so fast, great crust and under carriage. The pepperoni is not your standard pepperoni, it is huge slices. A must try if you're in the area! Dave Portnoy would be impressed!“

“Limited but tasty food items on Happy Hour menu, throughout restaurant, with lots of Evolution craft beers (small Happy Hour size, $3). Main course gemelli pasta truly delicious with intense gorgonzola sauce (love gorgonzola, or don't get it--it's that intense, seriously!). Husband's Honey Belly pizza was incredibly unusual and a spicy-sweet combo of pork belly slices, roasted peppers, honey, chili oil?, and some cheeses. It worked great for him, but not my cup of fat...er..tea! No room for dessert, but prior visit highlighted the "Kit Kat" chocolate dessert as off the charts for us chocolate lovers!Dietary restrictions: Offers gluten-free pasta.“

“Probably the best pizza in baltimore. Completely old school, no pretentions. Best part has to be their dough - expertly fermented for a thin crust with lots of crumb. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Make sure you tip well - gems like this place are harder and harder to find in Baltimore.Parking: Plenty of parking in the lot out front just off belair rd.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs, small curb but accessible.“

“One of the truly special Italian restaurants remaining in Little Italy. Apart from consistently great food, the staff clearly work as a team to provide exceptional service. It’s an experience to here Peggy review the daily specials in a way that makes you feel as if your sitting for a tasting menu. Great Place!!“

“We had a small party here, 25 people. Food great, service fantastic. Not too fancy, just right for a casual get-together. Good variety on the menu, large portions. We had a great time and would highly recommend for lunch, dinner or a small garnering.“

“Y’all this is THE PLACE! Where your bartender is your wine menu. Becca is our favorite and she always gives us a wine we love. We usually come here for some Italian wine but we finally ate here as well. We had the cheese ravioli and the drunken pasta special which was AMAZING (and only made once a year). You’ll never go wrong at this place, we almost hate giving our local secret away!“

“I had just visited the Edgar Allan Poe house and was looking for somewhere to have lunch. I’m glad I chose to come here! The pizza was excellent. The ingredients were fresh and flavorful. The waiter was very nice. The atmosphere was casual and friendly. Highly recommended if you’re in the mood for pizza!“

“Been here like 5 times since they’ve opened. Carbonara, and duck confit pizza are go to’s. Never had a bad experience. Brett, dom, and Jontell, along with their great staff and brand can certainly run a tight ship. 30/10, will recommend every time.“

“Just had dinner here for a family birthday celebration. Had a lovely experience with the family, including our two year old. Service was exceptional, food was delicious, and they even surprised us with a signed card and champagne (+ club soda for our kiddo) for "birthday cheers." We will be back!“

“Easily my favorite restaurant in Baltimore and the best place for date night. Food is delicious, fairly priced, and the service is excellent. We love everything, but our favorites are the linguine al frutti di mare and the ravioli al funghi. Cannot recommend highly enough!“

“This is the best pizza in the area. Fresh and authentic. I’ve tried their white pizza, pepperoni, pineapple and a few others. Their pasta is freshly made, cooked to order. Everything is fresh here. I haven’t tried their cheesesteak but I’m sure it great as well. I will be back to report my cheesesteak opinion.“

“Wonderful experience all around! The staff was super friendly, welcoming, and made to feel like part of the family when dining in! Some of the best Italian pastries that you’ll come across and the best in Baltimore! Highly recommend stopping by and picking up one of everything!“

“First time dining here. The dining space is pretty tight. There are lots of interesting entrees on the menu. The food came out hot, well seasoned, and full of mouth watering flavors. We did not have any desserts. Allan provided friendly service and good recommendations. Prices for entrees were reasonable. I would definitely be back to try some of the other entrees and desserts.“

“My daughter and I are in Baltimore for the week. I am 100% Italian and she was craving pasta. After some research I settled on Chiapparelli’s. We went for lunch today. Loved the old school atmosphere and the food was delicious. Eating out has gotten so expensive and I am often disappointed with the food. Not today! We will be back every time we are in Baltimore.“

“The food is wonderful.we had a awesome waiter. Who gave us excellent service. I think his name was winston. I had theMost delicious Lasanga and their salad is all you can eat. Always fresh. I would eat there every day if i could.Parking: Wnohite marsh plaza. Plenty of parking“

“My food was really goood, The pizza was fresh & hot. Cheese fries was just enough cheese on it. Fries wasn't over cooked. They wasn't to mushy or crunchy. You do have to season your own fries if you don't ask for S/P on it..Which I don't mind that at all.. Cheesesteak was made just how I asked with everything on it & it was meaty too.. ! Besides them only giving me 2 flats out of 10 wings ?they was favorable & fried crispy. Lastly, Delivery was super fast given I had a big order. It came less then 20 mins. I actually just place another order prior to writing this review ?(the ultimate seafood platter). I wanted to check out some more of their food. Overall, I give them 4.5stars & a ??. So as long as their food & service remains good. I'll continue ordering from them.“

“The food was delicious. Michael takes PRIDE in his establishment, and so do his employees. They all treat you with respect and kindness. And courteous. I am looking forward to returning real soon. Thank you, Michael, for all that you do. You help strengthen the community. Your friend, Don, Former John's Hopkins University employee. Take care!Parking: There is plenty of space. Just visit. You will see. Clean.“

“Treat yourself - it's an amazing place with welcoming vibe. There is incredible architecture and decor paired with savvy ambiance. We felt so comfortable there in a nice sweater for me and he was wearing a 1/4 zip. The whole staff and team work like well oiled machined - you can tell everyone gets along and the service flows so well. The menu is incredible- get the AC meatballs! Yum and yes! We shared a few apps and the trofie alla gennovese which neither one of us had before (pasta dish). So good!!“

“When you are from a far away place, there are times when everything suddenly becomes bothersome and difficult without you even realizing it. At times like that, I even neglect eating and want to do nothing.However, our body sends signals that it is hungry at a certain time. In those times, there is no food like soup, and there is no way you can find hot soup in a far away foreign land.Unable to. There aren't many options left for us. The food that is closest to home and easy to eat. That was this pizza.I ordered the Supreme with salty pepperoni and shared it with my colleague without saying a word. This is exactly what we want. After devouring every piece in less than 10 minutes, we went up to our accommodation to rest. I'll be able to go back in just a few days.(On the day we ate pizza, there was an accident in the early morning when a large bridge nearby collapsed after being hit by a ship. We pray for the peace of those who left their hometowns to work hard in distant countries and left their families and friends behind. Pray for their peace and Baltimore. )“

“Ive been coming here since around 1999 or 2000, & im still in love w this restaurant & the owner & staff are so kind, i feel like family when i come & only wish i still lived a few blocks away, i would probably still order a few x a week, but now living out of the area we go whenever in town, tonight we hope to go again, since our son had a dr appt close by. i miss the full menu, but pizza is definitely good enough to keep me coming back. & they kept the good french fries too lol i love the fries & tenders, & looovvee the tiramisu, i love everything honestly lol“

“I've been going here since I found them in 2011. Food is good, drinks r good and its reasonably priced. I love their pizza. I love this place. Please don't bring yalls kids, I SAID adults only ? it's a bar lol .. They do have a carryout side that has tables for dine in. I'm sure the kids can sit there “

“Dont go here unless you are hungry. This is not a place for a snack. They give you so much food it should be outlawed (but don't stop)The Italian cheese steak was sinful. Omg from the peppers to the cheese was outstanding.Parking: The lot is small but the cars move fast.“

“Extremely cute place in little Italy Baltimore. I was here with a group of 10 women for dinner on a Friday night after a conference. I had reservations for 6 people initially but they were able to accommodate a much larger group. They opened their secondary part of the restaurant for us so it gave us a private feel. We all got drinks and mains. Complimentary bread and butter for the table. The service was fast. The food was delicious. We also got homemade tiramisu for dessert. Keep in mind that they do not split checks, which wasn't a big problem as we all have Venmo or other apps nowadays :)“

“My family always goes to Squire's after a funeral ? It's funny because it is always packed with big groups of families and friends enjoying themselves after a funeral. Service and staff is great! I just wish they had more variety on the menu and more parking options ❣️“

“Came by for lunch on a Saturday and it was the best experience. Food was slow to come out but it didn’t matter the dough kept the kids entertained the entire time which we appreciated. Out server Arianna was the absolute best. Perfect kid friendly restaurant. We will be back.Kid-friendliness: Definitely kid friendly menu and atmosphere“

“Food was very excellent as always -delivery right on time - the cheese fries were super loaded with cheese / couldn’t even see the fries -love the cheese steak - get it often - I have had food delivered from you often - very efficient- food still hot, usually gets here before time quoted - so much better than Doordash or Grubhub // much more reliable and cheaper - staff in store great for pick up too“

“Update: Wver since my last review, I've had only fantastic times at Charmed Kitchen. Great food and drinks and service. Online ordering has been simple and easy. Love the rotating crop of art on the wall. It's great that they open early and close late.*Initial review: Walked in and was not acknowledged. Eventualy sat down. Waiter did not take my order but took other patron's orders who arrived after me. Left without ordering. Would not come back or recommend. Very disappointing.*“

“Love love love Brendalli! It's one of my favorite small business owned Italian spots in Baltimore! Next to limoncello and Di Pasquale's of course. The service is phenomenal and the food is made with so much love. I met the chef and he was so kind to me and my partner. I would recommend background music or something to make the ambiance a little better but it's a small place and they were so busy with carry out orders. I don't want to hold it against them. Overall, I highly recommend this location!“

“When they cook their pizza properly meaning it isn't soggy in the middle & crust is crisp....they are right up there in the top 5 for the Baltimore area! Its a "no-brainer." This is one slice out of the box on a very large plate. Enjoy it.“