50 Best Italian Restaurants near St. Albert

“Outstanding Italian restaurant. It was recommended by our daughter and her husband. Can't believe we hadn't heard about it before. Huge portions served piping out and very reasonably priced. Service and atmosphere superb. We will definitely be going again and soon. 64 years old and first time we've ever put in a review. It's that good!!“

“Great food and great service. A really good experience,“

“We were there on July 31, celebrating our 22nd anniversary. Hannah was our server and was extremely helpful, very knowledgeable and curtiious . We enjoyed our dinner and weren’t rushed in any way. One thing I need to mention was that there were two ladies beside us but when it came to pay Hannah asked the one lady if everything was okay and how was her meal that lady was rude and made Hannah feel I’m sure very uncomfortable. Her response was quick in saying she didn’t like her meal the server ask why she said I just didn’t. Hannah went to her manager and explained that the lady was very unhappy with her meal, he came and ask if there was anything he could do she said no very abruptly. If a client doesn’t like her or his food they should say something about it instead of saying something after the fact. Hannah you were an amazing person. Don’t let people upset you because they might be having a bad day. Thank you hope to see you soon.“

“What a fantastic dining experience! Not only was the food amazing, my wife and I really enjoyed the overall atmosphere of this beautifully decorated restaurant. Both the owner and server were very attentive, and came around to ensure we were enjoying the food. I definitely recommend this gem in St.Albert“

“Real food made with love. We just enjoyed a wonderful dinner with friends. The appetizers, bruschetta, and calamari, were excellenet. A simple but delicious broccoli salad was a wonderful surprise. A very generous portion of a traditional and tasty Pollo parmigiana was my main and it was delicious. The creme brulee and tiramisu for dessert were prepared perfectly. Such a great meal, we will be back soon. Thank you Tony, Danielle, and your team for such a great dining experience.“

“The coffee is always good and the workers are really nice, a great place to sit and chat.

Have come back after so many years and it’s still the best spot in st.albert, their staff are SO kind and they never laugh when we have silly requests, always super happy to make our days. Love coming here :) keep doing what you’re doing“

“Buco absolutely deserves 5 stars! The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Every bite was delicious! Twice in a row I was lucky enough to have Rose as my server. I cannot praise her enough! She was warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout the meal. Service was fast, and she made sure everything was perfect. The ambiance was clean and comfortable making it a great spot for both quick bites and relaxed meals. Prices were reasonable considering the quality of the food and experience. I appreciate that they have gluten & dairy free options for appetizers, main courses and desserts. I’m hope they start offering vegan cheeses for their pizzas (and bring back their smoked salmon pizza that was to die for) I'll definitely be coming back and recommending it to others.“

“I want to thank Boston Pizza for what they did for my friend. My friend went out to eat with her mother in law and they both live in Drayton Valley when the staff found out where they were from the meal was on the house. They went above and beyond my friend and her mother in law have been through so much so thank you Boston Pizza.“

“Wonderful lady on cash was very sweet when I realized I made a mistake on my order she corrected it for me and was extremely kind. Always appreciate this location staff and food always wonderful and again shoutout to the lovely lady working today !“

“My son celebrated his engagement here, and from start to finish, the owner Cristo and his team were exceptional. They were accommodating, kind, supportive, and provided outstanding service. The food was phenomenal—full of flavor and truly authentic Italian. It was a wonderful evening, and having the singer added a special touch that made the night even more memorable and enjoyable. Thank you to everyone at Amore Cafe for creating such a beautiful and unforgettable celebration for my son, his fiancée, and all of our guests! :)“

“The hosts are very friendly and accommodating. I have chosen to go to Bravo Pizza as it is very close to my work, I am able to eat in under an hour. I have tried a number of different dishes and have liked them all. When I enter the restaurant I am greeted right away by the hosts ( who call me boss, which I like very much).. The alfredo tortellini is my favourite along with the chicken soup. Also the pepperoni pizza Lawrence - Edmonton“

“The spaghetti with parmesan here is honestly the only thing that could compete with my company tonight. I looked great at the Giants game and even better at this table, so someone with good taste should find a way to reach out and say hello.“

“Wow! This place is an absolute gem! Beautiful atmosphere, food and staff. The care put into every part of this experience is something not found anywhere anymore.
I had a field trip to the zoo today and as a school bus driver, we’re always looking for places to kill some time. Today I hit the jackpot with Happy & Olive! Thank you everyone for making this an experience and not just a place to be. I will be back but as a destination, not just a time kill.😊“

“Beautiful, cozy, laid back atmosphere. The Ricotta hazelnut pancakes are absolutely addictive!! Staff are super welcoming and rather wonderful! You have to try at least one of their concoctions if you're in the city!!“

“So love this place. If you are ever looking to cater a dinner or just pick up lunch it is completely worth it! Highly recommended!!! #bucasandpastas #localgem #shoplical #supportlocal #eatlocal #yegeats #yegrestaurant #yeglocal #yegbusiness“

“5 stars overall because the service was excellent above all.

We were greeted by the owner itself. I felt like that showed how committed he is to his restaurant and its patrons. It was my husband and I’s second time, but our family’s first time so we weren’t even patrons to begin with but he was there by the door!

The food was good. It’s not the best for me, but still enough to be rated 5 stars. I loved our steak!

The service was top-notch. A server always checks on us and made sure that everything was in order. It truly felt like a formal restaurant without the intimidation.

The atmosphere was homey but upscale. The way they do their cutlery and their linens show that they have standards. The restaurant feels clean and from inside, it just has this warm glow.“

“We had a great evening, with great food and great service! Thanks Bianco!“

“A huge thank you to the chefs and staff at Rigolettos for making our daughter’s First Holy Communion such a memorable occasion. The food, wine, and service were all flawless—and delicious, truly beyond our expectations. We are incredibly grateful for everything & for being so accommodating. Thank you all so much! Tina Sestito-Dragon & Family“

“Upon arrival to the restaurant a kind young host welcomed us warmly. Unfortunately I forgot the name of the man. He was quickly able to seat me and my other 5 friends to a table even though we had no reservation and while the restaurant was packed. When we got seated, the young man provided my 2 friends with a gluten free menu since they were celiac. After he left to continue his hosting duties, and we were approached by a lady.

Her name was Tsuki. She provided us with bread and butter so we could satisfy our famished bellies for the time being before the main meal. Even though she was clearly rushing to help others, she still showed hospitality to us. Which I never got to thank her for. And the best part… she wasn’t even stationed to our table, but still went out of her way to help us.

Next was Mary, our actual server. She quickly apologized for not being at our table on time. Which was completely justified as another group came in at the exact same time. She quickly started by getting us some drinks and even recommended the Happy Hour menu. The drinks came fairly quick which was perfect since just before, me and my friends were at the zoo without water bottles and all the sight seeing of all Lemur’s and Takin’s made my body dry. She even provided me with 2 straws which allowed double suction. My parched throat was cleansed with the sweet nectar of an ice cold coke zero. I was feeling bold and got the cranberry goat cheese spinach salad, as well as the penne with chicken. Mary did make some mistakes along the way but thats what made her so great. She was a human, not a robot. She couldn’t bring my food in record time, nor could she remember everything we ordered, but she sure could make me laugh. She made me feel so welcomed and comfortable with her, Like I had known her for years.

She also refilled our bread and drinks regularly and the food while it was hot. From behind, Tsuki approached again and asked if we wanted parmesan on our pasta which I said yes to. The food was spectacular, the salad was refreshing and the penne was on top. Props to the chef that made them.

Mary gave us our bill and a desert To Go for my friend. At this point, Mary began to have a conversation with us. It turned out that she was a teacher which is where she must’ve got her skills of communicating. She asked us if we were excited for school which I would be if she was my teacher. Not a single child will go uneducated when learning from Mary.

In the end, I wanted to thank Mary, Tsuki, and the host who I never got the name of but was precisely hosting at around 5:30 pm on Monday, August 24th. Everyone was very kind and warm, just like the bread.“

“Best soup and spot around!! Second to none.“

“Definitely an pasta destination. Everything you expect from a traditional Italian restaurant in Canada. The service was delightful, which matched the cosy atmosphere. Bring a friend or just your appetite!!! You won't be disappointed“

“Been looking at trying Guru for a while now and was able to have a lunch date with my wife on July 29, while the food was delicious, the meal became very rushed as getting food out took a while, we got there at 12pm and we had food on the table around 12:35/12:40. We ordered the samosa to start they came out when we were almost done with our food, we had to take these to go then as lunch break was an hour, by the time we paid the bill it was gone 1pm. I would definitely like to try Guru again based solely on the food quality but I don't believe it would be during a lunch hour.“

“We had our wedding here on Monday April 17th , I would 14/10 recommend this as a venue for any bride! We had both ceremony & reception here and it was absolutely stunning the staff are incredible & SO MUCH FUN! Josh was the bees knees he helped with absolutely everything weeks prior to the wedding & during he made our day flawless!!! The meal was incredible drinks made top notch & FAST! We cannot that the staff here enough for a perfect wedding day!“

“My wife and I had dinner at the west end Sorrentinos last night, and we had a great time. The restaurant was not as busy as it normally is for a Saturday, so the atmosphere was not as frenetic as it has been in the past. Our server was new, but was very good. She was efficient, friendly and personable without hovering over us. The food was delicious. We started with the Brie Bruschetta, which was messy but delicious. My wife had the salmon and shrimp with vegetables and thoroughly enjoyed it, she loved the cook on the salmon. I had the Cannelloni, which was piping hot and delicious. I have always enjoyed the west end Sorrentinos and highly recommend it.“

“I ordered take out and arrived a few minutes before it said it would be ready. Everyone was attentive, kind and kept assuring me that my food would be out soon. No big deal, but I was starting to get tired from waiting. 25 minutes later my food was brought out by a manager apologizing non stop adding that he threw in an addition dessert! Was not needed but so appreciate and delicious. In the end the wait was long but the kindness of staff made the wait worth it.
Most Importantly my meal was so delicious I had the ravioli carbonara and it was amazing. Breadsticks and salad never disappoint. And the desserts, you bet I tried both! So good!“

“I absolutely love the pasta but unfortunately I would have to say that I would have like to have seen them change there gloves between touching the money from the previous customer and portioning out my vegetables for my create my own pasta dish and then again after I paid and moving to the next person after me. Especially right now during the pandemic but I do have to say great pasta“

“Walkin deal 3 topping pizza it was amazing and got same topping which i got in full pricy pizza“

“We organized a set full meal with Matteo. The meal was fantastic, i really cannot complain about any of it. We had appetizers, pasta, salad and a main - of Chicken parmigiana and the sides. We were more than happy with ALL the food. The service was fantastic. It was a great time, with great food. Thank you“

“My partner and I attended a pasta making class for our anniversary and it was PERFECT! Erika is warm, inviting, and patient. It's so fun to learn this skill (and gain a new appreciation for it) while also being spoiled with appetizers, salad, chicken, and wine... and then to eat the pasta that you made yourself with delicious sauces. We couldn't have asked for a better evening, and without a doubt, we will be back!“

“Lasagna with extra cheese“

“Very nice romantic atmosphere, fine dining, great food. Except the Aragosta Risotto. The risotto is delicious, but be aware, the "whole lobster tail" is not lobster at all. It's a very small, 2 inches long tail of a langostino, size of a prawn. For the price of the dish there should be at least 3 of them, or just serve a real whole lobster tail.“

“We ordered a pizza with a topping we could not have and they remade us one with no charge and delivered! Excellent customer service and the pizza was amazing!!! Thank you!!!“

“I've been to Bar Bricco 5 or 6 times now since I first went March, 2025. I don't think I've had a bad meal ever. The service is always great. The staff are very helpful and have no problems sharing their likes and asking the right questions to make sure you get what you like. The louder atmosphere is not my favourite, I like the energy but sometimes find it hard to have a conversation easily. I love the food so much thought that I can ignore or tolerate that.....it's work it for me!“

“super friendly staff! cozy atmosphere! great pizza!!“

“Excellent food, fantastic staff... this will definitely be a new go-to spot for us!“

“It was my first time to buy coffee to this place in the airport. Coffee is delicious, it had a wonderful flavour, good body , and the most important thing, it was not bitter, like coffee in other places such as Starbucks. The attention was great and very pleasant. I recommend this place“

“One of Edmonton’s best Italian restaurants.“

“Mark was exceptional. Greeted us with a sipper drink once we were sat, promptly took our orders afterwards. Drinks were great and he attended to us for the perfect amount of time and made great, thoughtful recommendations for other spots to check out. Couldn’t recommend this place enough!“

“I have been coming to Chianti’s with my family since I was a kid, and they’ve always been my favourite Italian restaurant in Edmonton for their classy atmosphere and amazing pasta at a very reasonable price.

I’m finally writing a review for Chianti’s because a couple of nights ago, I realized I had lost my wallet. After frantically searching everywhere I could possibly think of, I called Chianti’s as a last resort. To my absolute relief, the team had found it after my dinner there and kept it safe behind the counter.
When I picked it up, every single card and every dollar of cash was still inside. The staff were beyond understanding, helpful, and kind throughout the entire process.

Chianti’s isn't just an iconic local spot for fantastic pasta—they are genuinely good, honest people who care about their community and their customers. Thank you so much to the whole team for your exceptional service and integrity.“

“Excellent drinks, food, and service!!!!!“

“Once per year there comes a crazy event where the area is taken over by everything ANIME!!!

During these 3 looooong days 🍕 Pizza Pasta Express is like a beacon of light✨ as hours in each day pass faster than one can comprehend 🤯

This little place delivers the Za of life! 😇
Not like them cardboard flavored mega corporations 🤢... No...

The toppings are fresh the dough with that perfect mouth feel as you bite in and that prefect cheese pull 🫦“

“Pizza Hut offers a delicious variety of pizzas with a great selection of sides, perfect for casual take out“

“I've only been eating here for over 30 years.Yeah.They've been servin lunch for the dntn crowd for decades!Always perfect pizza.Simple lasagna.No fuss delicious fast served food.Quit complaining just order and eat!Delicious Every Single Day Every Single Time.With a smile too.“

“This has more than once now came to the location before at 930 they close at 10 the representative said only sides and pizza no donairs. I truly do believe if u run a restaurant and close at 10 u should be ae to offer the menu. Donairs is in the name it's like going to a burger place and no burgers. All good though 2 more donair places in callingwood to go to.

I changed the star rating because 1 day after I left the review the owner did call me personally and we had a conversation of the events written above. This shows the establishment does care about the business and does look at the reviews i will be giving the restaurant another chance moving forward.“

“Great food, fast service, and a clean, welcoming atmosphere! The staff are always friendly and helpful. A special thank you to Sonika for her excellent customer service and professionalism. She always goes above and beyond to make sure customers have a great experience. Highly recommend this Pizza Hut!“

“donair was just how I like it, never had one like that in a long time. Haven't really tried anything other than the pizza or donair, but I'm sure everything else is just as good. 4 Stars because they forgot my pop once for delivery, but the driver did run across the store to get me one so. favourite place to order from when I come to Edmonton.“

“Love this place! Awesome food and awesome staff, dreaming of their pizza! Will be returning!!!“

“This is not just a pizza place which is delicious. The crust was excellent & the toppings were great, but I have to recommend the Spaghetti. Me & my wife ate Spaghetti Alla Mare Monti & was excellent, makes us want to try the whole menu.“

“Great atmosphere, great service, amazing food. highly recommend.“

“What an amazing experience today Pizza Palace & Donair- Terwillegar today. It was ligit the best pizza i've ever tasted. Friendly Staff, very clean and accomodating to food choices (Halal, vegetarian etc.)“