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“

“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!!“

“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.“

“The seafood pasta was excellent and the service is always fantastic.“

“Really good food and great staff!“

“Best food Round and the portions are awesome.“

“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!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — Exceptional Italian Dining I had an absolutely unforgettable experience at L'Opera Italian Restaurant. From the moment we sat down, everything was perfect. Even the table bread stood out — warm, incredibly soft, and so fresh it practically melted in your mouth. It set the tone for an amazing meal. We started with the burrata, which was unbelievably creamy and paired beautifully with the tomatoes and seasonings. It was fresh, flavorful, and one of the best burrata plates I've had anywhere. The lasagna with vodka sauce was the highlight of the night. The layers were tender, the cheese was perfectly melted, and the vodka sauce had the ideal balance of richness and flavor without being heavy. You can taste the quality in every bite. The ravioli was just as impressive — perfectly cooked, generously filled, and served with a sauce that complemented it perfectly. Everything tasted homemade, authentic, and crafted with care. The service was warm and attentive, and the ambiance was elegant yet comfortable. The staff checked in at the right times and made the experience feel special without being intrusive. Overall, everything exceeded my expectations. L'Opera is officially one of my new favorite Italian restaurants. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for amazing food, great service, and a memorable dining experience“

“Food was delicious! Focaccia with anchovy dip was my fave although the carrots were a close second!

We were walk ins and it almost seemed like they wouldn’t be able to seat us so probably best to make a res on the weekend. Other than that the service was on point and the open kitchen was nice to see the masters at work with such a confident demeanor!

Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“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!!!“

“Excellent place. Great food. Great value.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Food and service was great.“

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

“Great food and live entertainment🙃🙃“

“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.“

“Asparagus appraiser was slightly salty, but very tasty. Sweet potato ravioli was great and NY steak was cooked and seasoned to perfection. We will be back!“

“It’s a modest place in a small strip mall that I’ve been visiting since I was a teenager. Franco’s is a good place to enjoy fine Italian food. I really enjoyed the “Franco’s Special” stuffed chicken breast. Service is great, prices are reasonable. Plenty of free parking too.“

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

“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....“

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

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

“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.“

“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!“

“Muy bueno el servicio la comida lo mejor“

“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.“

“In celebration of My Lady birthday. The service was beyond expectation. The servers were kind, joyful, attentive and respectful. The food was brought to the table fresh, hot, and to the person who ordered it. The price was well in reach. We Gad an grantastic time.“

“We hadn't been to OG in a while, and to celebrate a friend's birthday we chose there for the convenience.
The service wasn't great. Waters and sodas weren't refilled and empty plates sat on the table a long time.
The bread sticks came out cool rather than hot and fresh.
When we needed the waiter he was hard to find.
Then a new waiter took over and the old one never said goodbye.

Though the 2nd waiter wss good. We asked to take the last of our salad home and he just gave us a whole new salad to go. That was very cool.
And the chocolate birthday cake they sent over was outstanding.“

“Valentino’s Pizza Naples has extraordinary food, great prices, and extremely kind people.

I am visiting Long Beach for a few days and ran into a guy named Tony at church. We got to talking and turns out he is originally from Michigan where I live. Today I went on a run and had already spent my cash at a fishing store. I happened to run past Valentino’s pizza and was surprised to see a familiar face. It was Tony, and he owns the place! We chatted for a while outside and he offered me a free piece of Barbecue pizza! It was some of the tastiest pizza I have ever had, made by the kindest cook in California!“

“buen servicio y la comida riquísima 😋“