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.“

“I had a great experience at this restaurant. The staff and waiters were very helpful and welcoming. Initially, I wasn’t willing to really enter the place since it kind of looked as if it was a basement on the side of the road. However, as I entered the place, I noticed that it had a surprisingly cozy atmosphere. The place was an International Pizza Challenge winner twice, in 2017 and 2018.

However, we did not order pizza and decided to order pasta instead. Their portion sizes were quite large compared to some other restaurants. I noticed two things though: the selections of their beers were limited, and some seating areas were uncomfortably warm. This doesn’t affect my review, however.

The pasta was amazing overall. It was quite the hearty meal we were looking for after a long day. Overall, I think it is a great place to eat.“

“Exceeded expectations. Extensive menu. Highly recommended!“

“What a great little find! It was great food. When I asked for a suggestion on wine; our waiter was so nice and asked me a few questions as to what I liked and gave me a great Pinot I loved! No judgements on my lack of familiarity with wines. The squid ink sauce was incredible!!!!“

“In July of this year we celebrated our 60 th wedding anniversary by booking their side room.for a dinner party. Carlos , manager , was so helpful in planning menu and each guests could order thatvnite with everyone menu. We had choice of 2 salads, 5 entrees and 2 desserts. Our guests all raved about food and service. There was a table with appetizers for guests as they arrived and presented so nicely. Couldn’t have been happier and we were not charged for the room which several other places wanted to charge for just room. My daughter in law was able to go over that Saturday morning to decorate and put all flower arrangements in the tables. It looked amazing. Can’t say enough good things about the evening. Good service the best ‘“

“We had our grandmother's celebration of life. Staff was amazing. The restaurant is closed from 2:30 to 4:30 and we were able to rent out the entire restaurant during that time. The restaurant was large enough to accommodate all of our family and friends who came to celebrate my grandmother's celebration of life. The food was delicious and exquisite.“

“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.“

“Cute quaint delicious & authentic!! Truly a neighborhood gem kind of place. The owner is waiting tables himself and really cares about the customer experience. We felt transported back to Italy. Homemade pastas, high quality olive oil, delicious taste, great value. We ordered the clam pasta in a white wine sauce and the gnocchi. Thank you for an amazing experience Manhal!“

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

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

“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 customer service, good food and fine wine 🍷“

“From start to finish, we had an amazing experience! The food was absolutely delicious and you could really taste the high-quality ingredients in every dish. We ordered the garlic cheese bread, meatballs, salami calzone, chicken parm, veal parm, and the cacio e pepe pasta, and every single item was outstanding. We ended our night with tiramisu & cannolis, they were both light and decadent. There wasn't a single dish we didn't love.

The service was just as impressive. Our food came out quickly, and the servers were attentive, friendly, and made sure we always had what we needed. Even after the restaurant got busy, the staff handled everything so smoothly. They had such a great flow, and the level of service never changed despite the rush.

Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience with incredible food and exceptional service. We will definitely be back!“

“Cocktails and Wagyu - soooo good!“

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

“They are by far the $1 restaurant around. right on the mark“

“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.“

“Lunch special was delicious. I had a hearty minestrone soup, seared branzino and a light, airy chocolate mousse.
My sister had crab cakes and an arugula salad which was very satisfying.
Would like to go back and try their pasta offerings.“

“Chill atmosphere with classical Italian music at the perfect volume level for a nice dinner.

The food was fresh and the sauces tasted hand made and with the perfect touch of condiment.

Server was kind and attentive.“

“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.“

“We love the crispy pizza crust the cheesy polenta & ricotta cheesecake! We appreciate that the staff is really fun and friendly as well. we love it here!!“

“Nice all the time“

“Great people. First class bocce ball and facility“

“We recently came here for dinner and absolutely loved it ✨
They have a huge variety of pasta dishes with so many different options to choose from, which was really impressive. The pasta we ordered was absolutely delicious, fresh, and perfectly cooked.

Special thanks to our waitress Dina — she was incredibly sweet, attentive, and welcoming ❤ Her service made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back!“

“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“

“This place has the best lasagna on the peninsula, hands down. The bolognese is by far the best lasagna I have ever eaten. It is layers and layers and layers of light, fresh pasta with the most flavorful sauce ever. And if you're in the mood for something with just the right kick, the italian sausage lasagna is fantastic! My daughter is a fan of the make your own pasta, where your choice of noodles, sause and protein gives you just what you want. They have a fabulous lobster ravioli and a fantastic porcini mushroom ravioli special that are favorites.

Meals start with some of the lightest bread ever made, and you cannot go wrong ending your meal with tiramisu. We will continue to go here often!“

“Stopped by this spot in Pacifica today, tucked away in the Linda Mar area, and I’m really glad I did. The service from David was great, the food was absolutely delicious, and the whole place felt super cozy. It didn’t feel pretentious at all, just an old-school family-owned spot that’s perfect for gloomy weather when you’re craving pasta and garlic bread.

I ordered the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and shrimp, and it was so good. The portion was incredibly generous, everything tasted fresh, and the garlic bread that comes with the pasta is HUGE. We also ordered the cheesy garlic bread on the side, and honestly, it was amazing dipped in the marinara sauce.

I’d definitely come back and bring more family members with me next time. It’s such a chill little hole-in-the-wall spot. It was surprisingly empty when we went, I think we were the only people there on a Friday night, which honestly made me sad because everything about the experience was great, and they already have really solid reviews.

There’s plenty of parking too. Please support family-owned small businesses like this. I’m so tired of overpriced, overly precious restaurants when places like this exist - great food, great prices, and genuinely good people.“

“We had a party and ordered 6 pizzas. They arrived in 30 minutes, at the exact time we wanted them. Throughout the evening people commented on how good the pizzas were and asked repeatedly where we got them. Even the veggie pizza was delicious, and those are the hardest to get right. We were 100% satisfied!“

“I ate at Pazzo on Wednesday and had a great experience. The restaurant is take out only. I ordered at the restaurant instead of on the phone. The staff were super friendly and helpful with recommendations. The order took about 20 minutes and we had a drink outside while waiting. I HIGHLY recommend the shrimp and grits. Over anything else on the menu! And I was told the gnocchi was amazing too iAnd of course the pizza is awesome!“

“Great food, drinks and service!“

“Stella is a sweet, comfortable restaurant with lovely employees and tasty food. The cheese bread was excellent, and the spicy pasta special was absolutely amazing and full of flavor.

Unfortunately, my pork loin was disappointing. It was served with white beans and sauce, and the beans were actually the best part of the dish. The pork itself lacked flavor and was somewhat tough. I hope they revisit this dish because, in my opinion, it does not represent the quality of the rest of their menu.

What truly made our experience worthwhile was our server, George. He was one of the most attentive and sincere servers anyone could ask for. In today’s world, excellent service can be difficult to find, but Stella clearly knows how to choose its employees. The entire staff was friendly and helpful, and it genuinely felt like a team effort to make sure we had a pleasant experience.

We understand how difficult it is to operate a restaurant today, and we appreciate what Stella is doing. We are repeat customers and look forward to returning—next time, I’ll just order a different entrée!“

“best Pizza in SF :)“

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

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

“It's not the best sandwich for me. We tried the Italiano sandwich it was our first time here. I still prefer the little lucca. The place is cool. You'll see alot of of old pictures of the 49ers from.the It's superbowl teams. We wanted to try their other sandwiches tho.“

“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.“

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

“These photos are from two separate visits. Vega is amazing! Very much a family atmosphere, the staff is amazing and so friendly. Their wine selection is also great and they can help you choose a wine to pair with dinner. I believe the owner or someone owns a wine store down the street so it makes sense. Menu is small for a reason, all of the options are great but the arugula salad and the gnocchi are so delicious. This place is a hidden gem.“

“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.“

“Had a great experience here! The calamari was crispy and delicious, the pasta was full of flavor, and the dessert was the perfect way to finish the meal. Everything was fresh and beautifully presented. A special thank you to Mr. G
for his warm hospitality and attentive service. He made us feel truly welcome. I’ll definitely be back!“

“Best pizza in the Bay Area!“

“Love the sandwiches here - The Hitman, The Pep Talk, and the Dirty Bird are my favorites, but there are plenty to choose from and you can always build your own. Great staff, always friendly and professional. Parking can be tricky, sometimes you can find a spot in the alley adjacent if nothing is available on the street. Worth it. I have literally driven a little out of the way to get a sandwich here.“

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

“I love supporting small businesses and this place is the Best! I love their Lavazza cappuccino and pastries especially the cannolis! Got to try the vegetariana sandwich today and it was the best vegetarian sandwich I’ve had! Super cute spot and very kind people!“

“The largest sandwich I’ve ever had at a deli, love the garlic spread. Excellent sandwich!“