50 Best Italian Restaurants near Martinez

“We love pasta Bella! Michelle and Pam are wonderful waitresses. Haven’t seen Dante in a while. Most every dish we have ordered there has been delicious. The tiramisu is seriously some of the best I’ve ever had. Pasta is yummy! A number of different sauces to choose from. Just all very tasty!“

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

“My wife and I dropped in for dinner last night and were greatly impressed. The calamari fritti appetizer was perfect. I had the spaghetti de Mare and my wife had the Eggplant Parmigiana. Both entrees were wonderful. The prices are reasonable. The Pinot Grigio was very good, but I hope, that with time, they will be able to expand their vine list.Chef Roberto is a treasure. We left with smiles and will be back.....soon!“

“Great pizza at a good price. What more can you ask for? Friendly staff and quality food. Not really an "atmosphere rating as we always pickup and bring it home. There is no inside seating available so it is more of a pickup place than a restaurant but overall great.“

“Montecatini in Walnut Creek is one of those old-school Italian spots that never disappoints. The ambiance has a “Goodfellas” vibe—classic, cozy, and full of character, with a timeless feel that makes you feel like you’re stepping into a traditional Italian trattoria. The food here is outstanding, with rich flavors and great attention to detail.

Their specials are always worth trying, especially the swordfish and duck—both are standouts that showcase the restaurant’s commitment to quality. The portions are generous, and every dish feels like a true labor of love. Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, Montecatini is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates authentic, delicious Italian food in a warm, inviting atmosphere.“

“This Family owned pizza and pasta joint is well worth pulling of of the 80 for!!
The brothers who run it are two of the nicest guys I ever met in a long time.. excellent pizza, very clean establishment and definitely the type of place you would want to return to..“

“It is such a beautiful little place. It has a cozy atmosphere. The food was fabulous. We had a party of 13. We had a wide range of delicious food. Lamb ..Chicken Filet Mignon.. Mussels .. Prawns... Sausage . with pastas spinach mashed potatoes green peppers it was all just so good. I totally recommend“

“Just had my 3rd dining experience this morning and all 3 breakfast meals have been fantastic! As a person on the carnivore diet, I find it refreshing I can order an all protein meal and be completely satiated without paying an arm and a leg. Eggs were scrambled perfectly and the bacon was delicious. And who could have thought a simple burger patty could taste so good. Must be a magic griddle! Highly recommend! Oh, and service is amazing. My Americano was tasty!“

“Wonderful and friendly staff, great food!“

“Our server was wonderful. Reminded me of the old days when some servers were passionate about food and wine and shared their knowledge with joy. Made our experience lovely. He was quite responsive to the fact that we had theater tickets afterward and took good care of us. Food was delicious.“

“Best fried chicken in the bay“

“We are new to the area/California from NY we were delighted to find pizza as amazing as home! Friendly owner and staff.“

“Loved the atmosphere, friendly staff and tasty brunch!“

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

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

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

“Good venue, Nice stage for live music, Big bar, nice older crowd. I even hear the legendary Al Smith hangs out here sometimes ?

Parking: Usually gets a bit crowded, as this is a hopping little spot in Pleasant Hill!

Wheelchair accessibility: Got my mom and her wheelchair in just fine, with a big ramp in the back if needed“

“Always enjoy Palermos!!! It is one of the very few excellent Italian restaurants in or near Vallejo. Always accommodating to requests. Quiet dining with excellent service. A must go to restaurant.“

“Great ambiance, service, and cuisine!“

“Wonderful food and great service!“

“I don't know why people talk trash about Olive Garden as the McDonald's of Italian food. Is the menu full of culinary genius? No. Is it fine dining? No. But it's delicious!!! Portions vary from quite satisfying to definitely will have leftovers. Food comes out quick and hot. Waitress was very sweet. They have booze. And reasonable prices. Can't think of a more relaxed and satisfying date night spot. Have been twice in 2 weeks.“

“I've been coming to Pancoast for 10+ years: by far my favorite pizza with the best sourdough crust, fresh ingredients and the people are wonderful. Everyone is very community oriented and the new management is keeping everything the same so it's still the Pancoast I know and love!“

“love the food and the family“

“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!“

“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“

“Great quality and craft, highly recommend! Redd“

“Food is great, loved the chicken fettuccine, the bread. the place is clean, the servers are friendly and the service is fast. The price is just right. It’s my first time to be here and loved it.“

“My wife and I are both 100% Italian, so we know that Doppio Zero is the real deal. Love the pizzas, pastas and salads. The desserts are to die for. The staff is very warm & friendly, attentive and professional. We go there often, especially when we have special occasions and out of town guests. Grazie Doppio Zero!“

“We have eaten here several times it’s soo yummy.. We brought friends tonight they loved it also“

“Had a great meal, Chicken Parm was on point! Kid had Shrimp Pomodoro and loved it! The Peach hard lemonade was delicious!!“

“Pizza was fantastic as well as the custom garlic bread pizza. Food is almost as good as the staffs friendliness and customer service.“

“Great dining experience and great service“

“The atmosphere was a very nice surprise. Came on a Saturday night, and was just crowded enough that if felt alive but was still very calm and quiet. You can hear the person next to you. Their decor is beautiful. Stylish and simple. The food was good. Flavors were nothing to write home about, but food was fresh and solid. Portions were generous. Our server was very nice but we felt a bit forgotten at times. They weren't that busy and had a lot of workers but everyone seemed overworked which was strange. I think she realized it and made up for it at the end with extra attention. Overall would recommend for a nice dinner where atmosphere is important such as a birthday or anniversary, or if you just have the money to spend and want to try something new. Much nicer inside than outside, which looks a bit dumpy. You will be happy once you get inside.“

“The best in whole area... love their veggie placido Domingo! Special mayo is perfect. The pastrami is tasty also. Never change... not sure if you can get any better?“

“Had a wonderful meal there. The chef is a lovely guy offering creative variety in his dishes. Fish or meat - both were delicious!“

“This month we celebrated my Mother’s 80th Birthday at ZIO FRAEDOS. We were able to rent their front room to entertain our families and a few of my Mother’s closest friends. Sherry coordinated with our family to make my Mother’s Party a memorable event. I want to commend and say a special, “Thank You!” to - Mr. Jeff. Mr.Jeff you Are Amazing and it was a Blessing to have you help us create a relaxed fun environment for our Mother. These months have been unusual and stressful for everyone. We felt safe and relaxed at ZIO FRAEDOS. This place is an OASIS in Vallejo! On the water with an outside deck, yummy food and The Best Cocktails! Stay Safe and Well. May God Bless all Essential Staff especially at ZIO FRAEDOS.
L. Hoelscher“

“Food is Delicious! Atmosphere is very nice and friendly! Try the Lemon Cake!!!!! This Place is everything you want in a Family Style Pizzeria!“

“The food was incredible. I wanted to order almost everything on the menu. So will have to come back at least couple more times to try everything to look good and we couldn’t order in one night. Our old fashion cocktail and blackberry Mojito were perfect. And I can’t say enough about considerate, professional service.“

“Decent Buffalo wings. Can order ahead for takeout.“

“Charles was great! We will be back.“

“Always delicious! And they have gluten free pizza for my son.“

“Delicious pizza, great salad, and outdoor seating. Our favorite pizza place!“

“all I can say is wow!! the best Italian food I e ever ate!! and they were kind enough to add a half a loaf of bread and a extra slice of pizza to my order I definitely recommend this wonderful place when your around town , thank you for your food !!!“

“The first time you were able and you had to do something about the situation you had with your family you had a good relationship and I think that you had to do that with the kids because I know that you had a bad experience and you were trying and I think you had a great ? and you were right to say it but I don’t know what to tell him about it and you have a lot more than that and you know I’m“

“I only have great things to say about my experience. I go there every other week. Gnocchi is delicious soft and you choose the sauces. The square pepperoni pizza with melted burrata and drizzle of honey is so good. My favorite is the good old fettuccine Alfredo with chicken. Their focaccia bread is made right there. This is the best restaurant to go with family, have a great meal at right price.“

“My friend and I got some takeout pizza to bring to our hotel (I wish we dined in.) They had Avalon Cabernet which was terrific. That Cabernet worked great with our pizzas. The Ceasar Salad was the expected Sysco restaurant Caesar Salad. I loved my pepperoni-olive-anchovies pizza and my friend liked his pizza margarita. Great takeout that would have been better as a dine-in.“

“Walk in & you will know! Food is delicious“

“Pizza Pirate has saved me and my husband many times over the last few years with hot, fresh pasta, kid-friendly options, and so many delicious garlic twists. Sometimes it was when we couldn’t find the energy to cook at home so did a quick call in and pick up, and sometimes it’s because we had a craving to eat out, and each time, we’ve had a great experience and meal! When it was time to help plan my daughter’s end of year school party, pizza was an easy choice for feeding 100 first graders! I contacted Pat at Pizza Pirate a couple weeks before the last day of school to see if Pizza Pirate could accommodate a big order, have them ready before they officially opened, and make sure pizzas were double-cut to limit precious wasted pizza. Not only did Pat respond to each and every email with lightning speed time to accommodate us, he generously gave us the pizzas half off to help maximize our budget for the party and kids. Pizza Pirate is the only place in town my kids love and we’ll be making sure we support them all summer long. After the party, my daughter thanked me for coordinating and exclaimed, I ate four pieces, which is a BIG win for my usually picky eater. Thanks to Pat and the Pizza Pirate team for helping us close the school year right!“

“Great Lunch Menu Specials!!!“

“I used to work for Adrian and Araceli over a decade ago ! Miss them . Food is amazing, fresh ingredients, top of the line hideen gem for sure highly Recommended. I will be coming to Cali next week and can’t wait to get this ! Customers are also amazing dedicated family spot everyone “