20 Best Italian Restaurants in Roanoke

“Very much a traditional family business. Absolutely service is there number one priority. Great owners I can tell from my own life experiences and there employees absolutely reflect the owners standards. If your looking for a great atmosphere and amazing food and service this is easily your first stop! Lol paid by life experiences and Noone else. All jokes aside a amazing place“

“Great small bar to have an excellent cocktail and great food.Stopped by for a drink and small bites. Have not been here before, pleasantly surprised.AtmosphereVery small inside, but a cozy feel. Full bar, and small tables, perfect for couples or small groups. Sat at the bar, ordered drinks and appetizers. The food is the same menu from Fortunato need door, a very good Italian kitchen and Neapolitan pizza restaurant. That was packed (Friday at 7pm), so if you don’t have reservations, this gets you the same.ServiceOutstanding! The young woman who was tending bar was excellent…knew everything about the menu, and was attentive yet not intrusive. Best part was when I asked is she could make a traditional daiquiri (shaken, neat in a coupe glass). This is a sticky point at most bars these days as most often the bartenders have no idea how to make something like this, even though it’s been around for years. However she said it was a favorite of hers, and served me a perfectly made, delicious daiquiri. Also made my wife an excellent old fashioned…well done!FoodWe ordered a couple antipasti off the menu, Lamb meatballs and Formaggi, both were amazing. The meatballs were delicious, spiced perfectly, in a tasty marinara and cheese sauce. The Formaggi was also delicious, 3 small cheese varieties, with bread, artichokes, and an amazing Mostarda, which is similar to a chutney but made with fruit, in this case we were informed, strawberries. Outstanding flavor to all our food, and the two appetizers were perfect for a light meal.Only very small down for us was the music was a bit loud, and sometimes a little too frantic. Yes, sigh…we are older, and always are aware of loud music! It wasn’t overwhelming, or we would have not stayed, but that would be our only small critique.Very much enjoyed our visit!Would I go back…absolutelyWould I recommend…most definitely“

“Fortunato serves upscale Italian food in a pared down but trendy atmosphere. Yes, the semi/rustic style means diners either need to sit close together or shout to be heard. I was one of a weekday evening of a party of three all of whom love to try new food. Starting with the formaggi (cheese platter) to cannoli and semifreddo dessert, we were not disappointed. Each of us ordered a main dish. The vegetarian chose homemade pasta with a creamy cheese sauce; the meat eater, pork Milanese; and I, the roasted whole Branzino. I elelcted to trythis fish for comparison with similar dishes in a favorite Oriental restaurant. Fortunato’s Branzino preparation won hands down for me. The flesh was perfectly prepared - moist, tender, and almost falling off the bones. The side complimented the fish perfectly. I finished my cannoli accompanied by an espresso and a smile on my face.“

“Wonderful food and people!“

“Samantha is a wonderful waitress, exceptional service !!“

“We were warned when by locals that the slices were huge. So we order a share slice for my husband and I and our two a adult children who were with us ordered one each. It was the perfect amount for all of us. The pizza was delicious. I love the pictures all over the wall. We have recommended it and will take friends to it when they are visiting the area for the first time.“

“We eat here every week and LOVE the pizzas and calzones. They’re the best!“

“Fantastic pizza! Great service!“

“Just had the Pimento Waygu burger with onion rings. Excellent food, fresh and hot. Bacon jam was a winner, and the onion rings the best I've had in years. Will definitely be back for more!“

“Fantastic food and service! Veal Saltimbocca was fantastic!“

“great pizza and the best cheese steaks in the world .“

“Great Italian grinder! Delicious!“

“First visit to Reminis. Trinity, our server, was prompt, courteous and attentive. Food came out quickly and was very good, with nice sized portion. I will eat there again in the near future,Parking: Restaurant is located in a busy section of Carolina Beach so at peak times in season, parking may be an issue.“

“4 of us thoroughly enjoyed our lunches here. My shrimp po'boy was delicious, and the plump shrimp plentiful. A very comprehensive menu, interesting specials, and an outstanding beer selection means we'll be back... whenever we visit our VA family!“

“Franks at Brambleton has the best food. If you want really good Italian food you won't be disappointed. Fast service and really good servers.Kid-friendliness: My grandson loves their chicken tendersParking: Handicap parkingWheelchair accessibility: Handicap entrance“

“Okay review time - me, I worked in NYC for 40 years so I know my pizza. I gotta laugh every time I see NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA - seems most Italian restaurants say that but pizza is terrible. Now Frank's Pizza is different - I really like the plain cheese pizza - crust was crispy, good quality mozzarella cheese - melted perfectly...just enough sauce.“

“Our waiter, Taylor D. was a rock star tonight. Not only did he stay by the side of a customer during her entire medical emergency, he made sure everybody got what they ordered and then some after everything was ok. Would definitely recommend this restaurant! He should get employee of the month!“

“The food & service were outstanding. Great place to dine“

“This was my first time here and we got a veggie chicago-style deep dish pizza - it was excellent. The sauce and crust especially were very delicious. The waitress and staff were also very friendly and helpful.I've always loved deep dish pizzas and am so happy to find there is a now a local place where I can go and get one! I'll definitely be back!“

“We were the only ones that were in the restaurant. I have not been to Frank’s in awhile so I figured I’d stop by. I bought a vegetable calzone. It was tasty other than the crust was a bit dry and a bit over brown for my liking. Staff was very nice.“