50 Best Italian Restaurants near Millbrae

“Leonardo’s is OPEN for business, phone orders and pick up. Uber Eats option available this Friday March 20th. Please keep them in mind during this time, with everyone home from school and work enjoy a great deli sandwich, homemade soup or fine salads.“

“Great food and place . Love it“

“Great food and service. My wife said it was the best spaghetti she ever had.“

“Looks like nothing from the outside but inside wow.\n\nHuge vaulted ceilings. Friendly staff. Incredible food.\n\nI would have taken a picture of my gyro sandwich but I ate it too fast. Haven't had gyros that good in years.\n\nReally incredible find.“

“We ordered Burrata cheese Arugula Anchovies, Baby Octopus stew, Seafood Squid Ink fregola Seared Lamb The lamb entree was delicious and the portion size was generous. Burrata cheese Arugula Anchovies salad was kind of oily They charged couple dollars extra for each order if you compare with their menu it was nice to get on house muscatel The service was good.“

“Exceeded expectations. Extensive menu. Highly recommended!“

“GREAT SERVICE! They made me feel like family! The owner Carlos is such a nice and friendly man and the bar tender Gio was the sweetest gal! Everyone was so kind! And the food!!! 🤤🤤🤤 So good!! Like…memorable! Highly recommended! The desserts were just as good! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“What a fabulous evening, we all unanimously agreed that Pasta Moon is our new go to dinner spot when we are in Half Moon Bay. The food, service and ambiance were perfect and the Roasted Chiogga and Golden Beet Salad was amazing.“

“Great customer service, good food and fine wine 🍷“

“Great neighborhood restaurant with authentic Italian food and great ambiance. We shared a burrata appetizer which was delicious as were the entrees of fresh pasta - Ravioli alla Verdura con Caprinopene, Rigatoni alla Bischero and Gnocchi alla Piemontese.“

“Excellent food every time we have been… will be back. Everything is great on their menu. 🥰 Tonight we had guest from Montreal, celebrated Mother’s Day and our 23rd Wedding Anniversary! We couldn’t be happier to eat at Vespucci. Manuela and Francesco feel like my southern Italian family. Warm, welcoming, good food and wine and genuine conversation. Love them.“

“Cute little Italian restaurant. Superb service and mouth watering menu!“

“Warm and friendly spot. If the Rack of Lamb is offered… do not pass it up, it was a Culinary experience!“

“great service from the staff , good food , good ambience“

“Cocktails and Wagyu - soooo good!“

“Vittorio and his team catered our wedding reception in January 2026. We had about 100 guests and buffet style dinner. We had to change the date last minute due to the sudden loss of a family member.

He and his team also handled all of the linens, passed out appetizers, cleared tables and filled water glasses, etc.

I cannot praise Vittorio and his team enough! Everyone loved the food and many went back for multiple servings. His team was kind and attentive in their service. Vittorio was so easy to work with, was very flexible with us changing the date or number of guests. He prepared us an incredible tasting at his restaurant so we were confident about the food.

The price point for the quality of food was also fantastic and way more affordable than most of my friends’ caterers for their weddings.

Cheers to Vittorio and team! Thank you so much! - the Akkads“

“West Coast Cafe is a wonderful spot with delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu offers a great variety of fresh and flavorful dishes, and the service is friendly and attentive. It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a casual meal with friends. I highly recommend West Coast Cafe for anyone looking for a tasty and enjoyable dining experience!“

“Incredible food and atmosphere with a great customer service team, including our server windy .“

“Came in for the first time and ordered two sandwiches. One, the Pastrami, the other roast beef, both with cheddar and everything on it. The habanero sauce is fire. The ravioli plates. All looked amazing. I gotta go back for some of that action. This might be my new favorite spot.“

“Amazing service. Great food. Awesome staff! Can’t recommend it more highly.“

“A hidden gem of a family-run Italian restaurant—don’t be misled by the humble exterior. Inside, you’re welcomed with genuine hospitality and unforgettable food. My husband and I ordered the filet of sole and the white Provini veal scallopini—both were bursting with flavor and perfectly portioned. This isn’t a place for flashy plating—it’s all about honest, delicious Italian cooking made with care. The host greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel instantly at home. The retro, moody lighting adds a cozy, nostalgic touch. We’ll definitely be back! Tip: Make a reservation—this spot stays busy, and for good reason.“

“Súper Delicious, I recommend it to all my friends !“

“Great people. First class bocce ball and facility“

“I love the food here so much I ordered the make your own and got spaghhetti with pesto and it did not fail. It was so good and I wouldn't want it any other way. On top of this the waiter there remembered us from our past visit she is very nice and attentive. Overall will definitely come back here again.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Aracini last night! The atmosphere was wonderful - open and airy - beautiful interior design! The food was exceptional - polenta and the aracini were delicious. The service was wonderful! I enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere added to this special night@“

“Nice all the time“

“like being in Italy. Fabulous food, excellent service. The atmosphere is so Italian you'll think that you are in Italia. Bravo.“

“We love Vivace! It’s like a party and the food is good! We esp enjoy the orichette and the salmon w/couscous. Cocktails 👍“

“Hermoso todo el lugar,excelente servicio La comida Deliciosa,igual que el postre Los recomiendo a toda la familia Lugar acogedor“

“Charming restaurant inside a former bank.
I tried 3 course fixed price lunch for $24.

Starter is choice between house salad or soup of the day, an entree and dessert. There were 5-6 choices for entree including a vegetarian and seafood option. Dessert was choice of gelato or chocolate mousse

Everything was tasty and we got fresh bread while our food was being prepared. Normally I would say $24 is expensive for lunch but given the inflation as of late I thought this was reasonable given ambiance and quality of food. I probably should have saved 1/2 my entree so I could have enjoyed the mousse more. It was delicious but could only get a few bites in as I was so full by the time dessert came out.

You can order off the menu if 3course meal is not your preference. Pizza is only offered at dinner fyi.“

“Stopped in on Monday, Indigenous People's Day when they seemed to be one of the few restaurants open. So happy we did. Our waiter, David, made excellent low-cal suggestions, was prompt, attentive, and remembered our names. Everyone was exceptionally welcoming. Very close to Pacifica Beach. Highly recommend.“

“A little charming restaurant in downtown San Mateo, homemade bread with delicious dipping sauce. We had fried calamari and squid ink pasta (hand made in the shop) with prawns and mussels exceeding our expectations, definitely will visit again to try other dishes.“

“Dinner was delicious Went to table of 10 Met some new people“

“Been here a few times now and it's consistently very good. I wouldn't say great, but very good. The service is great! Warm and friendly.

Their pizza is very good too and they have FREE DELIVERY!!! (Don't forget to tip the delivery driver)“

“Great food, drinks and service!“

“I almost feel bad giving it 4 stars and that is based ONLY on a couple of service blips with our food & drink order. Neither was a huge issue but ones that shouldn't have been made. We ordered two espresso martinis and got two "espressos." Not exactly what we were looking for and my guest ordered dressing on the side and got none. Like I said not huge issues but can't give 5 stars. BUT I will be back for sure the food was fabulous!“

“Delicious food, quiet atmosphere, attentive staff. We went on a cold rainy weeknight, so the Tomato/Basil soup really hit the spot. The sole has a nice texture and cooked just right. The seared sole has a slight crispness on the outside and soft flakiness inside. We will definitely be back.“

“I got my food to go, and it was ready promptly, and the food was absolutely outstanding! I would recommend this place to anybody!“

“Amazing place, the food Is delicious and excellent service!“

“friendly atmosphere, quick service, really good food!“

“Went there for date night. Between the food, the service and the atmosphere, we were both made to feel special. Thank you Buon Gusto!“

“As someone raised on the east coast, I consider myself a decent critic of what makes a sandwich shop better than what you can make at home. Number one is bread that isn’t something that can be bought at your local grocery store. Check that box- I don’t know exactly how to categorize their sub roll but it’s crusty, chewy and all the things that mass produced bread can’t be. Number two is the prep of the ingredients- at home we can all put a lettuce leaf on a sandwich, but that just creates a barrier between bread/sauce/meat. Here it’s thinly sliced and perfectly married to the importance of sauce…which they also nail. All I can say is WELL DONE!“

“Food was great. Service was excellent even the restaurant was packed at height of dinner. Great food!“

“We came on a Sunday around 11:30 and it was extremely quiet. With how great the pizza, I am surprised it wasn’t packed. The service was incredible and had a very family-owned feel. We ordered a large half Coit Tower, half Verdi (+ Italian sausage) for four people. Both pizzas had high quality toppings with well crisped meat, gooey cheese, and crunchy onions.“

“The Brazilian food is amazing especially the Moqueca and the Feijoada ((:“

“Best pizza in the Bay Area!“

“Fiero Cafe is a great spot for a casual but satisfying meal. The pasta here is authentic and delicious — the bolognese especially stands out, rich and full of flavor. Portions are just right, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. They also serve omelets, which make a nice lighter option if you’re not in the mood for pasta. Overall, a cozy place with tasty, well-made dishes that feel genuinely Italian.“

“Welcoming and authentic Italian restaurant in Bernal Heights. Was moderately busy on a Tuesday evening but they had a table for us as walk-ins. Great food and service. The rigatoni with meat balls was delicious, the warm artichoke starter was tasty. Nice wine list, Valpolicella and house red both lovely. Tiramisu is not to be missed! Appreciate the soft lighting and sound proofing which creates a cozy, enjoyable atmosphere for conversations and connection.“

“Such a special place. Similar to La Ciccia, Binu Bonu maintains a lovely neighborhood feel. Huge selection of wine (all of it new to me and something I really liked), wonderful charcuterie type small plates (out of this world olives). The stars are the husband and wife that make the magic place happen.“