50 Best Italian Restaurants near Corona Del Mar

“The food was amazing!!! Simply fantastic. Well done @mommaDa“

“La comida es buenísima, atención de calidad, ambiente hermoso!“

“This place is a hidden gem! The service was amazing and they were so kind and friendly. The place is well kept and cared for. The sandwich was delicious and incredibly affordable. For $25 my girlfriend and I got to have a beach picnic with a full sandwich, Mac salad, two cokes, and a large bag of chips! We will absolutely be back!! Thank you to the sweet lady at the register and the kind chef who made our sandwich!“

“This is a tiny coastal gem with incredible food and friendly service. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the vibe was super relaxed. It gets pretty busy in this Gina's pizza but our young server was super attentive. You can take out food, which they will serve you from the side window. Easy parking. Great spot.“

“The food was amazing!!! Simply fantastic. Well done @mommaDa“

“Renatos has been open since 1969, and I've been coming here since I was a child - just like my parents. Their pizza outclasses any other in the area bar none, and their other menu items are nothing to shake a cannoli at either. The pizza margherita is my personal favorite, and I'm also fond of their calamari and seafood dishes.“

“We have been coming to Mona Lisa for 10 years. The quality is unmatched and the service is impeccable. We now live in Thousand Oaks and whenever we are in the area we make a point to stop at Mona Lisa. We always leave happy. Cannot recommend enough.“

“Wonderful family owned place! The most authentic Italian restaurant outside of Italy. At Il Farro food is prepared with attention and real LOVE. Everything from the appetizers to dessert were perfect. Every dish is made with true italian fresh and natural ingredients and is made by traditional recipes. The talented chef M. makes pastas and pizzas daily and they taste amazing. Also the house wine is a good selection. I suggest you to have their own valuable wine. Il Farro has a great management and staff too. We loved interacting with customers and guys who work in, they became like family for us. The qualified employees are friendly helpful and the restaurant is always clean. They do have enough seats and limited outdoor seating, but get a reservation in advance to make sure you have a place.Hands off, this is the best place to gather with friends or family! It has our ❤️s. We loved it.“

“Pure Italian Bliss
Friend, your Bollini’s restaurant is a gem! The NY pizza is perfection—crisp crust, vibrant tomato sauce, and melty mozzarella with that wood-fired smoky edge. The cioppino stole my heart: tender clams in a garlicky, white wine sauce with a hint of chili, paired with perfect pasta. The cozy vibe and warm, friendly service.“

“Had a great meal and wine with friends. We did have to ask for olive oil and vinegar after they brought us the wonderful rosemary bread, but hey, no biggie. Otherwise, service was great!!“

“Delicious food. Great service. Friendly staff. Wonderful music. Felt like family.“

“This place is phenomenal. It’s family owned and when you go there you are treated like family. Thank you so much Laura for making my birthday special ❤️“

“The most authentic and best tasting Napolitano pizza this side of Italy. All of their pizzas and pasta dishes are outstanding. They also have amazing specials. We've been coming for 16 years - after eating in Italy and looking around SoCal specifically for the taste we were craving to satisfy. The owner was classically trained in Neapolitan pizza crafting and also worked under Wolfgang Puck for a time. All of the ingredients are authentic Italian. The homemade Caesar salad dressing and the apple tart are must-have additions as well. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious Italian cuisine! Stylish interior of the Restaurant!“

“This is our favorite Italian restaurant! The food is outstanding and the service is excellent! The owners and staff treat you like family! Great place & highly recommend them!“

“Quite honestly, it just doesn’t get any better than this… we LOVE this restaurant. Julia & Doug.“

“Simply over the top! That’s a wrap“

“The food was so great! The waiter was so attentive. We had lots left over. And desert to go.“

“This is my favorite restaurant! I loved it back when it was on Bristol, but I have been back to the new Red Hill location twice now and it is even more of a special dining experience. Massimo has come out to explain the history of the wine and food and the sources of his ingredients. He tells wonderful stories with a great sense of humor, and his daughter who helps serve is also very knowledgeable and delightful. I feel transported and hosted in a way I have never experienced in a restaurant. The food is amazing. The fresh handmade pasta melts in your mouth. We have eaten every dessert and they are all spectacular. Every wine and appetizer we have tried has been extraordinary. I couldn't recommend this place more.“

“We had a reservation for 13 on Saturday, October 25th at 8:00 PM to celebrate a 60th birthday and had a wonderful evening at Molo. Although we waited about 30 minutes to be seated, the team quickly made it right — the manager graciously sent over some wine, which was a lovely gesture. Once we were settled on the patio, the experience was excellent.

Our server Valentino was outstanding — professional, attentive, and spot-on with his recommendations. The citrus avocado salad and calamari were fresh and delicious, and the Orecchiette and Penne Vodka were flavorful and perfectly cooked. The patio ambiance was warm and inviting, ideal for our celebration.

Overall, Molo delivered a memorable dining experience — great food, great service, and great atmosphere. Highly recommend for any special occasion in Newport Beach!“

“amazing food! fungi pasta was out of this world!“

“Great service, authentic Italian food“

“Really enjoyed a great breakfast here polite hostess and the food was absolutely delicious“

“We ate dinner here for the first time tonight. The food was delicious and we'll definitely be back. We had spaghetti and meatballs, and seafood linguine. 😋“

“Fast and incredibly nice service! Outstanding pizza! Cooked perfect every time !! I don’t know if it’s the type of cheese or what, but this pizza is fantastic! 5 stars all the way!!!!“

“Awesome food really good scampi and salads“

“Been going here for over 30 years 😲. Tortellini Pesto is my family’s favorite. If we go even close we make a point of eating here, or will order a large catering pan full to take home to Riverside county Mark and Julie have created a great and memorable place to eat“

“The food & service were great“

“I had not been her in over 25 years and they did not disappoint! We were there early for dinner before the theatre. Had a lovely table, everyone was very attentive. Our waiter let us know all the specials. He also had some lovely tales regarding our menu choices. Food was prompt and hot and DELICIOUS. Before we left we were already planning our next visit and what we would order.“

“The restaurant also has complimentary bread 🥖 with olive oil.“

“The food is fantastic, the staff is attentive and Thursday nights they have a comedy show that was hilarious. Definitely coming back!“

“Great food, great service, and great entertainment, especially the sax and guitar duo (Dave Rivera and Saxophone ONE)!“

“I had the spinach Ravioli, was really good. Went around 5 and wasn't busy. Close to my job. Had a well variety of choices.“

“Highly recommend coming here if you’re looking for a good meal! I ordered the garlic foccacia as well as fettuccine amatriciana. Both of these were fantastic and I almost finished them all myself (portions were very large as well). On top of that, my server, Andy, was extremely nice and friendly. I was dining alone and he made sure to check on me and made me feel very comfortable and well taken care of. Thank you Andy! I’ll definitely be back!“

“Quiet place to grab a bite of the most delicious chicken parm sandwich. The cannolis are so good too. Fries are delicious. AND THE GARLIC CHEESE BREAD??! - to die for. Love this restaurant and I'm so glad it's been around for so many years.“

“The Best 30 years ago, and still the Best NOW!🤙“

“Es buena presentación y rica“

“I drive 2 hours on Saturday just to come to this amazing restaurant. The atmosphere is so elegant, the staff is wonderful and the food is exquisite . I can guarantee that the nasty comments are from commies. Please visit this amazing restaurant and decide for yourself.“

“Our kids loved dining at Olive Garden when we lived in Lynnwood, WA. After moving to Irvine, CA, we go there regularly for the lunch special. The Irvine location is the best one in Orange County. The service is consistently excellent, making each visit a pleasant experience.

Our kids enjoy the kids’ menu and love dipping the signature breadsticks into the Zuppa Toscana and Chicken Gnocchi soups. They always say it’s so tasty.

I highly recommend it for a delightful family meal!“

“The food was excellent. Susie was great with recommendations and very attentive. I need to go back and try a few more things soon.Great outdoor seating.“

“We have never had a bad meal at Modo Mio and we go all the time! The wait staff and management is absolutely stellar. They have the best cocktails in town and their attention to even the smallest detail is deeply appreciated. This is our neighborhood restaurant and a gem!“

“This is the best place ever am obsessed with the food here!!“

“My experience enlightened me as a person. It was utterly breathtaking how good the service, food, and atmosphere was. I truly felt like a valued member of the Piatti family. This was all because of my server Anna and host Arman. They are fantastic members of your staff. Right when I walked in, Arman welcomed and greeted me instantly cementing this place as my favorite restaurant. I will be coming back.“

“For Mother's Day, we had a party of 15 - which the restaurant easily accommodated. Our table was ready on time. The food was good, the scenery was great. The service was, however, lacking. The sun was out, so we asked the waiter if he could help move an umbrella for my 18 month old son and wife (she was on the opposite side of the table from me). He ignored us despite having been asked twice, by my count. The third time he pawned it off on a co-worker, who helped immediately. Finally the checks came - we asked for separate checks, which was no problem. Everyone paid and we were on our way. Later, my wife discovered that she had been charged for the whole table ($400) on top of the separate bill that she already paid. I was charged an additional $80, and my sister was charged an additional $20. My wife had to call the restaurant from work in order to straighten it out. So if you go in a group, be careful of how you're billed. Aside from that, it was a great meal with family. We would go back if there were no further issues.“

“Very good food! Particularly liked the prosciutto wrapped scallops on a bed of arugula drizzled with balsamic reduction! 😃“

“We showed up close to closing and the staff had all went home, the Owner kindly seated us, waited on us, cooked for us and wow did he cook 🔥 Amazing food and the vibes were just as good. I really enjoyed this dinner with my family, will be a happy memory for the books. Chicken Parmesan was our favorite and the ceaser salad was legit. TYSM 5 ⭐️s all day 💣 dot com“

“I’ve worked in the service industry for a long time, i’ve trained, and hired many service professionals, if every service professional provided the same quality service Nalani gave my family today, it would revolutionize the whole industry. My grandfather is low mobility and has a walker, and she assisted us even with our mobility issue with a smile! Frequently checked on our table, and apologized when our food was a little late to the table (but truly it still was on time in my book) My grandparents are often fickle, and have a lot of preferences at restaurants, and they keep talking about how good the service was.“

“Amazing menu, excellent atmosphere. We truly enjoy meeting here for our lunch gatherings!“

“Best authentic Italian cuisine in Southern California!!!“