39 Best Italian Restaurants near Lafayette

“Recently enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Postino's The food was wonderful, and the service excellent. It was a perfect al fresco dining experience“

“Great ambiance, service, and cuisine!“

“Short wait on a Friday night for 7 of us. Really small place but the wait staff and owner very friendly and everyone was very happy with their meal. If I lived here I would go back.“

“My daughter took me and the hubby here for our Thanksgiving celebration since she couldn't come home (Sac) for actual Thanksgiving, we went to her. This was a night I won't soon forget! Having a nice meal with our daughter was a treat, the service was amazing and the food....OMG! Every bite of every dish I tasted was so so delicious! I can't get the butternut soup out of my head it was THAT good! We all ordered different food & shared bites with one another. This night was so enjoyable! Thank you, Sis & Thank you Mama Oakland!“

“The food was great, the service was excellent, I was very satisfied“

“I loved that the menu happened to be all vegetarian when we went. The fact that they have a seasonal rotating menu will also definitely keep us coming back. The mushroom bolognese sauce was so rich and filled with umami. I didn’t take a picture of the saffron poached pears as I took it home to eat but I really enjoyed it - the flavors were very reminiscent of the Indian dessert Srikhand. There’s limited seating so it felt a little loud and crowded inside but I did enjoy the open kitchen concept.“

“I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant and would highly recommend it.

🍝First, the food was delicious. I ordered the Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine ($21.95), which was nicely cooked and perfectly al dente. The portion size was generous. The shrimp were slightly overcooked, but overall the dish was still very flavorful and enjoyable. I also tried the Pizza Napolina (small, thin crust) for $21.95, and it was excellent. 🍕The pizza had a beautifully balanced, lightly applied red sauce — which is refreshing because many places tend to overload it. The meat, seasoning, and dough were all high quality, and you can really taste the care that goes into the ingredients.

🍷The restaurant offers a good selection of wine, beer, and soft drinks. The only downside is that they currently don’t serve cocktails, but the beverage options still pair nicely with the food.

🏄‍♂️The service was top-notch. The staff were polite, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. Our server did a great job describing the dishes and recommending options, which made the experience even better.

💰Finally, the interior design is modern and very appealing. The restaurant has new tables and comfortable chairs, creating a relaxed and stylish atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy your meal. They also have a patio, which is a great option if you prefer outdoor seating.

🤩Overall, this is a brilliant restaurant with great food, excellent service, and a beautiful setting. I highly recommend visiting!“

“I had a takeout pizza from this restaurant last night first of all the customer service was absolutely excellent. The person that answered the phone had a really pleasant customer focused manner , nothing was too much trouble and he was so polite. The pizza was absolutely amazing , I hate anything that is too heavy and it was so light and lovely , the ingredients tasted extremely fresh , I would 100% recommend this place based upon my first experience and I will be back thanks so much 🥰“

“Very tasty and carefully seasoned. All dishes were perfection“

“great food, ambiance and service and wine list.“

“Deliciousness for value and warmth for atmosphere. The host is always welcoming and service accommodating. New favorite place for life. 🤓“

“I had a company retirement party lunch. We shared a margarita pizza and salad for appetizer. The pizza was off the charts delicious. The sauce was amazing. We also shared the octopus. The octopus was the best octopus I have eaten in over 30 years. It was five plus stars!!!! However, my lunch entree of halibut chickpeas & zucchini completely missed the mark. The spices and pepper on the halibut destroyed the beautiful delicate fish. The chickpea zucchini and two other unrecognizable, hard bitter crunchy vegetables tasted awful. I was very disappointed at the $32 entree. The person who chose the hamburger said it was tasty but it was huge enough for two meals. The Panini people were so-so. Finally the pasta people absolutely loved their pasta. After tasting the gnocchi it was exceptional, the marinara sauce was off the charts delicious.“

“Wonderful staff, food is fresh and delicious. Consistent quality and warmth of environment. - Don Dikun“

“We love going to La Finestra. The food, the service, and the ambiance are outstanding. A restaurant with white table cloths! It is truly a special, wonderful neighborhood restaurant. One of our favorites! Add to it beautiful, background piano music by Bob Athayde. Thank you for an outstanding experience all the way around.“

“The food is excellent and employees are friendly and professional. We had a very pleasant time.“

“the New England clam chowder was off the hook no longer do I have to drive all the way to San Francisco have a good piece of sourdough bread dipped in the delicious clam chowder thank you Great Impasta“

“Lo Coco’s is a fantastic spot that brings authentic flavors and a warm, welcoming vibe all in one place. The food is rich, comforting, and made with care—every dish feels like a true taste of tradition. From start to finish, the quality and flavor really stand out.
The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for enjoying a relaxed meal with family or friends. The staff is friendly, attentive, and makes sure every guest feels right at home.“

“Great wine, love the squid, love the pastas and desserts!“

“Always a busy place. Love the outdoor seating options for great weather and intimate conversations. Absolutely love the Raviolis and the drinks are top notch. Amanda always provides A* customer service. She’s friendly, attentive, and you feel cared for. She goes above and beyond and definitely tries to always provide outstanding customer service. Highly recommend.“

“This has got to be one of the best dining experiences in a long time for us. Besides the food being fantastic, the customer services way met expectations and beyond. Highly recommend.“

“Fabulous Food, Drinks and Ambiance! Love this place!!! Five Stars!!!“

“love the food and the family“

“Forever fabulous. 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I really like Pancoast. Wife is a newyorker and Pancoast’s pizza style is right up her alley. They have 4 tap beers and they’re some of the best in Norcal - nice to see somebody cares about great beer. I order to go, get a beer at the bar, and take home. They’re seemingly busy all the time so Pancoast has a following.

Parking sucks, they have to share with their neighboring businesses so plan to get a spot on the street.“

“We went to a baby shower last Saturday. We sat outside which was lovely. The service and food is ALWAYS so good! They do not skimp on their portions! We have been coming here since 1985. Thanks Tony, you know how to do it right!“

“Excellent food, and the patio dining offered perfect weather. Plenty of excellent wines available to accompany the meal. And the staff- wonderful as always“

“great food. good service.“

“Wonderful dinner experience with wonderful friends“

“I was introduced to this restaurant by my other “foodie” friend Maria Vargas. I have been there about 4 times now. I appreciate the fresh pasta, the fresh veggies and the excellent service. Will be back again soon.“

“Great tasting food and excellent service…“

“This restaurant is no doubt one of the most attractive place in the region. Anytime I visit this place I am so glad. They always keep their high standard service and the highest level of food they offer. You definitely will enjoy this this restaurant. Highly recommended.“

“Good pizza !!! Also affiliated with Haddon Hill Cafe. Nice local businesses“

“Took my friend here for a Mother’s Day lunch. She was feeling blue because her kids didn’t show up. Panini’s was the closest and most convenient since I had to go back to work. I hoped it wouldn’t disappoint and it didn’t. She had a turkey avocado and she said it was just right. The service was spot on&she cheered up a bit. Thanks for that Panini crew.“

“Excellent dining experience. Top notch food as well as a wonderful staff. Great ambiance too!“

“So good tried a classic & a square pizza Recommendation from our Genna server. Definitely be back soon.“

“This was our first time. Food was authentic Northern Italian. My family are from Le Marche’. The pizza & polla Parmagano was loved by our teenagers. And the Gnocchi was cooked to order per my request. Definitely adding this to my top 3 restaurants“

“Good food, friendly server.“

“Real Italian food, friendly people and clean and neat place. Plenty of room. service is very excellent. highly recommended place to check out!“