50 Best Italian Restaurants near Fairfax

“One of the few places open on a Monday. Sat outside because it was a beautiful late summer evening (Looking forward to dining inside!). Service was prompt, friendly, and professional. Complementary focaccia was to die for! We couldn't resist the two papardelle offerings, one with mushrooms and cream sauce, the other with summer veggies. Perfect portions, super delicious. The wine offerings were reasonably priced and high quality. The chef and her crew is doing everything right. Will be back!“

“Fine food and service with personality.“

“Great place to have a delicious dinner, friendly staff and amazing food.“

“Great food at more than reasonable prices. The family makes it a point to eat there whenever we are in town.“

“I love � customers service and food is always great � my favorite“

“A wonderful first time experience at Luna Blu with my sisterfriend Betty on Wednesday, June 29th. Excellent, friendly service by Chrissie and she was kind enough to make suggestions since I am a Vegan. THANK YOU Chrissie. The owner took a moment to come to our table and we expressed our satisfaction and delight with her. Plan to visit again. Smiles from Baltimore.“

“The food and wine are fantastic!“

“I went here for lunch, and it was quick and filling. I had orrechette with a regular made of veal and tomato tarragon cream sauce. It was delicious and perfectly balanced in flavors. The shrimp and scallop Caesar salad was large and had plenty of seafood but had soggy lettuce, which is to be expected from a hot protein. Everything was very filling. Good lunch on the way to SFO.“

“Amazing food amazing food did I mention amazing food Staff is also very nice and friendly… can’t wait to go back and bring family and friends“

“Food was really good and the wait staff was very friendly and helpful. Cute place. Good idea for decorations“

“Love take out. The best minestrone and garlic bread. Yummy. Try it.“

“marvelous! Everything was superb. The brussel sprout salad was delicious. the main courses fantastic. I had the clams they were delicate and perfectly cooked. service was super friendly. prices are very reasonable. I would frequent this place if I lived here. you should go!!“

“What an incredible find! In town for the weekend and found this spot based on reviews - and indeed, there was absolutely spectacular food, kind, attentive service, and delicious drinks. If we lived nearby, we would be here constantly! We especially loved the beef ragu pappardelle, butternut squash ravioli, basque cheesecake, and pistachio ricotta cake. Don’t miss this if you are nearby!“

“Everything on the menu is delicious & the staff is the BEST Our favorite“

“One of my favorite places in Tiburon ❤️
-Food is A+. They adjust the menu seasonally which I love. Right now it's tomato season among other things, and I'm so happy with their dishes.
-Service/People. A++. Off the charts service. Family owned and everyone has worked together for years. Everyone is positive, professional and knowledgeable. Very welcoming! You feel like you're part of a big Italian family. ❤️
-Ambiance. I love every area but tend to prefer the outdoor patio and bar. Always so joyful, and when it's nice out, you're in for a treat.“

“Stopped in for lunch. I had the best pizza. Delicious crust! The pepperoni was so yummy it was crispy like bacon. Every bite was scrumptious! I had to control myself to save the last piece. I want to have it for breakfast.

I splurged and had dessert and coffee. Excellent! The bread pudding was satisfying! Done just right!

I want to go back to The Village on Grant Ave again and have their pasta and yes more pizza! But also the Tiramisu.

At some point I hope to return and try having Sunday Brunch.

Service is excellent! Friendly place, plenty of street parking.“

“We had a great experience at Chianti Cucina! The interior was charming, the staff was friendly, and the food was excellent. I ordered the veal osso bucco ravioli, which was outstanding. My girlfriend ordered a pear and prosciutto pizza with a gluten free crust, and also raved about her food.“

“finest ravioli I've had in years and the best bruschetta I've ever tasted. pleasant surroundings, great staff. I hope to return soon to taste some of their other dishes.“

“We had the most delicious pastas and wine! The service was fantastic as well. We highly recommend TKT for your next night out!! Even our toddler was impressed!“

“the ambience and great cuppachino“

“Wonderful service! They even surprised us with a complimentary dessert for our Anniversary—which was a delicious crème brûlée! I didn't really care for their house Cabernet Sauvignon (a little vinegary), but their house Chianti was excellent! I ordered the black cod because it isn't available back at home in the Midwest and I had some at a restaurant in Mendocino...where it was prepared so deliciously it tasted like lobster. At Angelino's though I was given a tail end and it didn't taste as good as in Mendocino. Also, I asked them to substitute the potatoes for any other non-starchy vegetable they had but instead of substituting they just brought the fish on a bed of spinach. The spinach was delicious but I probably should have made sure the waiter understood that I wanted a substitution instead of just an exclusion. I did not complain though since everything else was delicious Also, my husband was in a wheelchair and they were very accommodating, which we greatly appreciated.“

“I always enjoy eating an early dinner at Marin Joes, the wait staff have been there forever, so regardless of how long it’s been since your last visit… you will recognize them and hopefully they remember you. I cannot get enough of the prime rib, the veggies were perfectly Al dente and the service superb!! Thank you Marin Joes for yet another wonderful meal!!!“

“Muy rica la comida y excelente servicio“

“A fantastic restaurant right in downtown. It is small and quaint. The service was very attentive and helpful.The food was good. Slightly better than I was expecting, but not quite worth five stars.I would definitely come back if I was in the area. It's a very solid choice for a good dinner.“

“Our Friday 630PM dinner for four was amazing. That's why I'm taking the time to write this review.
We sat inside. The indoor decor was bright and spacious. It was warm so we didn't sit outside.
Outdoor is a garden setting with many private nooks and many beautiful flowers and vines.
As I waited for my party I sat at the bar and watched the bartender make splendid cocktails.
The dining room was busy with a older crowd of Marin regulars.
I spotted a fellow ex Dipsea runner
at a large family table.
We were efficiently seated at a private side dining area as requested.
Our food came piping hot The portions were large and we shared our entrees.
Everything was extraordinary.
Our server was fun as we chatted and she made good recommendations.
Thank you for a wonderful meal and for holding the bar high on your quality!“

“We came across the Osteria Divino restaurant by chance, and of course we were amazed by the live piano. Which was a bit strong for my musical ears ?but if I was less tired I would have appreciated the music.
But we were pleasantly welcomed by putting ourselves in the back with our 4 year old child which was ideal for us because we are always afraid of disturbing people. We had lasagna and carbonara pasta and it was truly amazing! The atmosphere is quite dark but perfect for a candlelit dinner atmosphere. For our part, this subdued atmosphere really calmed our child.

This is definitely a restaurant that I recommend if you come here.

Kid-friendliness: We had a dish each with my partner and asked for a separate plate to share our dish with our child. Because they were good portions.“

“We enjoyed a wonderful Father’s Day dinner! Ryan was very kind, attentive, and enjoyable as he waited on my family. The rib eye steaks were perfectly cooked medium rare as we requested and the chef made a minor change to our menu due to our dietary needs without issue. The fresh bread smelled heavenly and was quickly devoured! We will be back!“

“This place is absolutely amazing. Best value pizza in Marin. I recommend getting Sicilian as it is massive and amazingly tasty. We come back often, and while it’s not Michelin star level pizza, it is very solid and gets the job done.

Vegetarian options: Plenty of options

Parking: Plenty“

“First timer at this place for my anniversary, amazing service and yummy foods!“

“Delicious food and wonderful ambiance. Loved by locals and tourists!“

“Great Food!!! Great Service!“

“Great good and service, feels like being in Rome!“

“We had an excellent shared meal of delicious caprese salad with sweet vine ripe tomatoes, a burrata board with fresh sliced peaches, prosciutto, and grilled bread all drizzled in organic local honey, and the gnocchi with duck ragu. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable, and regularly came back to check on us. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, both very pleasant. We have dined here many times and the meals are consistently tasty and fresh. Highly recommend Piazza D'Angelo.“

“Italian Delite Submarine Sandwiches Thank you for supporting the Lucky Run this past Sunday to benefit Novato High School's Safe & Sober Grad Night. We appreciate you! Safe and Sober Grad of Novato“

“The restaurant is lovely, it feels like a small small trataria Italy. The service was perfect, very conscious of the customer's needs. The burrata salad was delicious as was the pizza. The pizzas are cooked, as one would expect in a wood fired stove and are absolutely the best in every way. I want to go back and go through the menu and eat every thing.“

“Great services, friendly“

“We sat outside in the courtyard with white table cloth tables and had a wonderful meal ! Service was very good and our server was very attentive. The presentation of the food was outstanding and delicious! We highly recommend this restaurant!“

“I stayed nearby, so I drove over without a reservation, and they seated me near the bar with a great view of the bay. I had the Oddera Barbera wine, the Wood Roasted Octopus (couldn't wait, so my pick is half eaten - sorry, not sorry) and the Samon Piccata for my main. Everything was quite tasty and Rickisa took great care of me. Piatti overall, was a lovely surprise and I would highly recommend it.“

“I'm glad that I found this Gem, true people, lovely people, service,food,quality, DON'T LOOK NO FURTHER...JUST GO, and see it for yourself.!!!!!

Parking: 100 or more parking spots

Wheelchair accessibility: Really open space for wheelchair“

“Very comfortable, family oriented restaurant with great food and service“

“I recently ordered pizza from boca in Novato. The manager Jorge was welcoming and the staff was very fast to get the order ready. It was one of the best sausage pizza’s I have had. Very thin, and crispy crust with great flavors. You can tell it’s hand made to order. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Stefano's is our favorite work night pizza place! Thursday us pizza night at our house, and we stop by for quick slices and salad. The food is always delicious and the staff are friendly and helpful. It's also fun to listen to Brazilian Portuguese being spoken. All I can say is "Obregado!"“

“Best kept secret of Southern Marin! Family owned and so many Brazilian treats to try! Everything new thing I try just blows me away and you will always leave happy and feel like family!“

“This place was excellent! A little hole in the wall right off of the 101. Me and my husband were driving home late from SF and wanted to grab a bite to eat on the way home. This place is open until 130 in the morning, so makes a great late night option. The crust is made of sourdough and is the perfect amount of crispy and chewy. The sauce was tangy and rich and the toppings tasted fresh. Overall 10/10. The atmosphere wasn't anything to write home about but the food and the guy making the pizzas were excellent and made the hole in the wall vibe. Will go again the next time I'm driving out of the city late at night.“

“Great people, always fun to bring our Northbay Salsa Diabla event there. They have become family. Thank you!“

“I stopped in here craving pizza... I was immediately greeted and made to feel welcome. They have a large menu with pizza, pastas & salads. I got a large chicken barbecue pizza. It was amazing. The fresh & quality ingredients really made the pizza fantastic. This is a busy & popular restaurant so I recommend calling in your order. I noticed a lot of customers doing this while I was there.. Thanks for the great experience.. Be back soon

Vegetarian options: This restaurant will accommodate vegetarian options upon request

Parking: The restaurant has free off-street parking.

Wheelchair accessibility: This restaurant is on the ground floor and is very wheelchair accessible.“

“Not many places have that old school. Feel to it with the new world charm. But this place does. It's one of my favorite places in marine not because of an nostalgia. But because of quality, the manager seemed nice or the owner. I don't know who he was. But the you made me wanna come back. Food of course was tasty.“

“Not rating atmosphere since small take place, although front patio has couple tables with small view of SF Bay. This is our favorite Friday night pizza ! Call and order ahead and pick it up 30 min later on busy night. Always ready, always good. Great gluten free pizza, plain cheese and Hawaiian regulars are great!“

“The food is amazing! Mauro Dosolini and his staff are the best!“

“Amazing dinner. Excellent service from Kate!“