50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lakewood

“First time here. Guess we picked a bad day to try it as it was exceptionally busy at 1.30 pm. We had to wait 40 minutes for three sandwiches. On the plus side the food was very good. The chicken philly sandwich was fresh and tasty. The server was very friendly and helpful 😃👍🏼“

“Excellent pizza texture,flavor,taste it taste delicious is the best...“

“Aliacci Pizza & Pasta is proof that sometimes the best food hides behind the most unassuming doors. There’s no fancy seating — just a plastic table outside and a chair or two inside — because honestly, they don’t need it. The food speaks louder than décor ever could. The Margherita pizza comes out bubbling, charred in just the right spots, loaded with fresh basil and ripe tomatoes that taste like summer. The cannoli is filled with a silky ricotta cream studded with chocolate chips, the shell crisp and dusted with sugar. Even the subs are massive, cheesy, and exactly what you crave when you want something hearty and old-school. The owners are warm, kind, and unmistakably Italian — you can taste that pride in every bite. This is the kind of mom-and-pop spot you guard like a secret but also want to shout about, because it’s just that good.“

“Small place with big flavor. I ordered a large Hawaiian, large chicken salad and a large mushroom, olive, and sausage, for under $40.00. No complaints here. They smelled amazing before I even opened the box. They looked just as good stuffed with toppings. And then the taste, everything you would want from a mom and pop pizzaria. Can't wait to go back..

Parking: Plenty of parking“

“非常棒的意大利风味，美味的意面和披萨“

“Dare I say, our new favorite restaurant in Long Beach?! Due Fiori has become one of our absolute favorite spots in town! The vibe is perfect the moment you walk in. Warm, welcoming, and the kind of place where you instantly feel taken care of. We love sitting at the bar!

The Caesar salad is hands down one of the best I have ever had. Fresh, crisp, and full of flavor and loads of parm. The bread is incredible and their homemade pasta is the real standout though. They know flavor!! I am Italian, live in Italy as well and these guys are killing it here!

If you want a great night out with amazing food, great service, and a cozy atmosphere, go to Due Fiori. It has become our go to spot. You will not be dissapointed!“

“Came in last Sunday with a few friends and my 13 month old baby. The owner was very nice and the food was superb. We had pizza, bolognese, spaghetti with lobster, and the rigatoni. The spaghetti with lobster & clam is the must try, they were able to incorporate the lobster jus into the pasta, with just the perfect amount of seasoning. And oh, did I mention all pastas here are made fresh in house. Will definitely be back.

My only 2 cents is make the ambience a little brighter.“

“I love this place!! There food is absolutely amazing, as is their customer service! Recommend the mushrooms for an appetizer and bread pudding for dessert!!“

“Unbelievable experience! The entire time we felt like family and your can truly tell that the chef pours his heart and soul into his food. Tried the swordfish, pork chop, chicken and dumplings, and pasta… every dish was worthy of a Michelin star! Will definitely be back for more! Highly recommend Bar Becky!“

“Really good food and great staff!“

“Best food Round and the portions are awesome.“

“It was our first time at L'Opera and I'd say the experience was excellent. The staff are very friendly from the time you walk in, up to the time you leave. The food is delicious. My daughter had the rack of lamb. I had the filet mignon. Plus their homemade ravioli, minestrone soup and tri color salad. I wanted to try their dessert too but were so full from the rich meal we had that we don't have any more room left for it. We will definitely come back and bring friends with us next time.“

“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!“

“Kristi, with a K, is the best.“

“Great family experience for our huge group. They accommodated us in our own private room so we could visit without interrupting the rest of the diners.“

“Mouthwatering and delicious food!!“

“Aren’t too many good places around Frederick but Ricci’s is in the top 5. Great food. Always fresh and delish! Best time to go is when Tristan (and his brother) and Roxanne are behind the bar. Good food great drinks, great time!!!“

“Food is always good. Entertainment is fantastic.“

“Awesome Place to Eat Italian food“

“Ambiance is perfect for all occasions, food is delicious with weekly specials! Martini Thursday is my fav!! Eat Italian here, you won’t be disappointed especially when you can take a stroll on the beach before/after. Cheers!“

“Love, love, love this place!“

“I love this place!! There food is absolutely amazing, as is their customer service! Recommend the mushrooms for an appetizer and bread pudding for dessert!!“

“I love Ellie’s they are my neighborhood spot! I always take friends and recommend to people visiting. Not only is the food absolutely delicious but the staff is amazing. The coffee house down the block doesn’t allow dogs in and I like to grab a coffee for our morning walks and they always take care of us! Thank you so much for contributing to our neighborhood and food scene 🤍🤍🤍“

“Fabulous restaurant in an elegant old style European decor. really miss it now that I no longer live in Long Beach“

“Such a beautiful time dinning out with my wife. The atmosphere is charming the food is amazing . We had an incredible time very authentic Mediterranean food. We truly recommend this place 👌“

“love the food and service is great“

“The tiramisu was amazing. The wait staff brought one for my cousins birthday.“

“Been enjoying everything since I was 5 great food and better service love it“

“I think this might be the second time I’ve left a review, but I’m honestly shocked this place doesn’t have five stars. I’ve been coming here for years, and not once have I ever left feeling like it wasn’t worth it.

This is hands down my favorite restaurant anywhere. From the warm, homey feeling the moment you walk in, to the great service from Luigi and the rest of the team, everything is always on point. And of course, the food speaks for itself. Chef Franco is truly a gem and one of a kind.

My go-to order is usually between the lamb chops or the pork chop served with veggies and mashed potatoes. The flavor is unreal. 10 stars!!! for meee“

“Food and service was great.“

“Food is delicious and service is fantastic. One of my favorite restaurant.“

“Been enjoying everything since I was 5 great food and better service love it“

“I ordered here for the first time yesterday. I’ve always picked up orders to deliver for customers and the food always smelled good. I finally gave it a try and I must say I’ll definitely be back lol.“

“Muy bueno el servicio la comida lo mejor“

“Worst Alfredo Sauce ever! Extremely disappointed. I'm not sure what happened to them, but I'm guessing they ran out. And someone tried to put some together quickly with milk and water. Because that's exactly what it tasted like. And so expensive too. Huge let down....“

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

“Great food..Great service I'll be going back“

“I have been meaning to say thank so much for catering to people with allergies. I came in worried about eating out cause I can’t have gluten, and as it turns out I did not get sick because you guys were extremely careful with my order. Thank you so much. I will be coming back to order again some day when I am in town.“

“Great food and live entertainment🙃🙃“

“Definitely the place to go if you’re craving good Italian food . They have soup, salads , daily specials and entrees off their regular menu . Great service , good atmosphere and great staff . You’re greeted from the moment you walk thru the door , and a smile and thank you on the way out !! Whether you’re dining alone or with friends give this place a try !!you won’t be disappointed“

“At the moment you come to this restaurant the waiters give you a great feeling. Very congenial team, it is a good restaurant to enjoy with buddies or with your date. delightful cooking, specialist chief cook and stuff, honest price and attentive service. Warmly recommended.“

“The best pizza ever! We had the vegetarian and the pepperoni with jalapeños also a Greek salad. The employees were very nice and made us feel welcomed. The ingredients are high quality and the taste is amazing! We also had the dole pineapple soft serve. It was so tasty. Would definitely recommend this pizza place. This was the perfect place after seeing the Christmas lights in Naples“

“First time there, will definitely return. Very friendly service; the meatball sandwich was delicious, huge meatballs.“

“Outstanding food and wine!! Thank you, Lorenzo!“

“Had an awesome experience at North Italia! My server, Brooke, was amazing from start to finish. She gave great recommendations, checked in at the perfect times, and really took care of us. The service was truly spectacular and the food was delicious. Brooke made the whole night even better, definitely hope to have her again next time. Highly recommend!“

“love the food and service is great“

“You know sometimes the stars just align. It's my birthday and Olive garden is running a free delivery promotion. I also just so happen to have a $25 gift card so I ordered myself a little something something for dinner. In my notes I asked if I could have some extra breadsticks because it was my birthday. (Because obviously we know that two breadsticks is never going to cut it.) In addition to giving me four breadsticks, they also wrote happy birthday and drew on my bag! Sometimes it's a little things in life that really mean the most. Thank you Olive Garden for making my birthday dinner awesome.“

“The food and the high quality customer service is amazing.
The server was incredibly polite and was able to recall everything ordered.
She remembered who ordered what and made my group feel welcomed. We felt truly appreciated and valuable.“