50 Best Italian Restaurants near Newport Coast

“Modo Mio makes the best Veal Chop prepared medium rare... very difficult to do. Also, the service and food is consistent. We appreciate and enjoy all the familiar faces and the warm hospitality. Everyone goes out of their way to make you feel at home. Keep up the excellent work!“

“The food was amazing!!! Simply fantastic. Well done @mommaDa“

“Renatos has been open since 1969, and I've been coming here since I was a child - just like my parents. Their pizza outclasses any other in the area bar none, and their other menu items are nothing to shake a cannoli at either. The pizza margherita is my personal favorite, and I'm also fond of their calamari and seafood dishes.“

“We have been coming to Mona Lisa for 10 years. The quality is unmatched and the service is impeccable. We now live in Thousand Oaks and whenever we are in the area we make a point to stop at Mona Lisa. We always leave happy. Cannot recommend enough.“

“Have usually gone here with two or three people. No matter what we have ordered it is always simply fabulous. The food is consistently very good, the service is outstanding. They have a nice wine selection as well. Highly recommended for very very good Italian food.“

“The food was amazing!!! Simply fantastic. Well done @mommaDa“

“The place is non-descript and the sign has a the Tutto Famiglia in small letters the main sign reads Italian restaurant. That said the food was very good and service was great. We had a couple of appetizers. All the food came out hot. Portions were good so we ended up with some take home leftovers. The service worked like a team so things came out quick and we were always checked on.
It was a nice hidden gem“

“I’ve been dining here for several years and Jack’s never disappoints. The food is consistently excellent, the service is warm and attentive, and the wine list is thoughtfully curated with great options for every palate. The craft cocktails are always creative and perfectly executed, making each visit feel like a special occasion. I highly recommend Jack’s—if you haven’t been yet, do yourself a favor and check it out. You’ll be glad you did.“

“Wonderful family owned place! The most authentic Italian restaurant outside of Italy. At Il Farro food is prepared with attention and real LOVE. Everything from the appetizers to dessert were perfect. Every dish is made with true italian fresh and natural ingredients and is made by traditional recipes. The talented chef M. makes pastas and pizzas daily and they taste amazing. Also the house wine is a good selection. I suggest you to have their own valuable wine. Il Farro has a great management and staff too. We loved interacting with customers and guys who work in, they became like family for us. The qualified employees are friendly helpful and the restaurant is always clean. They do have enough seats and limited outdoor seating, but get a reservation in advance to make sure you have a place.Hands off, this is the best place to gather with friends or family! It has our ❤️s. We loved it.“

“Had a great meal and wine with friends. We did have to ask for olive oil and vinegar after they brought us the wonderful rosemary bread, but hey, no biggie. Otherwise, service was great!!“

“My sister has Celiac and cannot have gluten. This Italian restaurant has the best gluten free pizza there is. The chef and mother of the restaurant who created the dough and menu was available to talk to and thank. Her son was our waiter and was like family by the time we left. Amazing food and warm and personal service. My gnocchi were made with ricotta in a cream sauce, outstanding. You must go here!“

“Delicious Italian cuisine! Stylish interior of the Restaurant!“

“Simply over the top! That’s a wrap“

“La comida es buenísima, atención de calidad, ambiente hermoso!“

“Quite honestly, it just doesn’t get any better than this… we LOVE this restaurant. Julia & Doug.“

“Absolutely amazing we like the Marguerite, Cheese and the PMS pepperoni mushroom and sausage Gluten-free the fabulous antipasto salad all so worth it. Just eat my leftovers 😍“

“I had an amazing dining experience at Trattoria Trullo Cucina Italiana! The food was absolutely delicious — authentic flavors, beautifully presented, and full of that true Italian warmth. But the highlight of the evening was our wonderful waitress, Aurora. She was attentive, friendly, and made us feel completely at home. Her kindness and professionalism turned a great meal into a perfect one. Highly recommend this place — and if you’re lucky, ask for Aurora! 🍝🍷🇮🇹“

“This restaurant is a hidden gem. The food is incredible, the service is amazing, and we love the live piano music. There are so many restaurants in the area to choose from, but we find ourselves always choosing Luxe.“

“The food was so great! The waiter was so attentive. We had lots left over. And desert to go.“

“amazing food! fungi pasta was out of this world!“

“We had a reservation for 13 on Saturday, October 25th at 8:00 PM to celebrate a 60th birthday and had a wonderful evening at Molo. Although we waited about 30 minutes to be seated, the team quickly made it right — the manager graciously sent over some wine, which was a lovely gesture. Once we were settled on the patio, the experience was excellent.

Our server Valentino was outstanding — professional, attentive, and spot-on with his recommendations. The citrus avocado salad and calamari were fresh and delicious, and the Orecchiette and Penne Vodka were flavorful and perfectly cooked. The patio ambiance was warm and inviting, ideal for our celebration.

Overall, Molo delivered a memorable dining experience — great food, great service, and great atmosphere. Highly recommend for any special occasion in Newport Beach!“

“This is my favorite restaurant! I loved it back when it was on Bristol, but I have been back to the new Red Hill location twice now and it is even more of a special dining experience. Massimo has come out to explain the history of the wine and food and the sources of his ingredients. He tells wonderful stories with a great sense of humor, and his daughter who helps serve is also very knowledgeable and delightful. I feel transported and hosted in a way I have never experienced in a restaurant. The food is amazing. The fresh handmade pasta melts in your mouth. We have eaten every dessert and they are all spectacular. Every wine and appetizer we have tried has been extraordinary. I couldn't recommend this place more.“

“Great service, authentic Italian food“

“We ate dinner here for the first time tonight. The food was delicious and we'll definitely be back. We had spaghetti and meatballs, and seafood linguine. 😋“

“Really enjoyed a great breakfast here polite hostess and the food was absolutely delicious“

“Tasty, delicious food every time. They are consistent. I especially like their house salad with ranch dressing, free pizza bread, garlic bread, chicken parmigiana pasta with meat sauce. These are my faves here. I love their pizza too.“

“Awesome food really good scampi and salads“

“The food & service were great“

“We have dining at Antonello's for many years and it never disappoints! The service and the food is always perfection! I wish I took pictures. There were 5 of us and we started off with soups and salads, the pasta Fagoili is heaven in a bowl as was the minestrone and Caesar salad! 4 of us got the filet of sole with a side of fettuccini Alfredo and one got the chicken Parmesan with a side of pasta with butter, garlic and olive oil! Outstanding! Looking forward to next time and I will the eggplant Parmesan !“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Romano Cucina in Newport Beach, and I can't recommend it highly enough! From the moment we arrived, everything was awesome, quick and efficient. The service was outstanding, with an extremely friendly staff that made us feel right at home.

Now let's talk about the food—absolutely phenomenal! Every dish we tried was a delightful experience, capturing the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine. As a bonus, my 4-year-old, who is usually quite picky, loved the food as well! Finding a restaurant that caters to both adults and children can be a challenge, but Romano Cucina nailed it!

If you're looking for delicious Italian food with a welcoming atmosphere, Romano Cucina is the place to be. We can’t wait to return for another fantastic meal!“

“The restaurant also has complimentary bread 🥖 with olive oil.“

“Been going here for over 30 years 😲. Tortellini Pesto is my family’s favorite. If we go even close we make a point of eating here, or will order a large catering pan full to take home to Riverside county Mark and Julie have created a great and memorable place to eat“

“What a fabulous place. Went there to celebrate mutual birthdays with my BFF. I loved everything about this restaurant. Our bartender was fabulous, our meal, Branzino.. delicious, eye appealing, beautiful presentation and enough to split We met the owner who spent ample time with us as we asked questions about his journey opening the location, his background and the concept/vision for the restaurant and we met the GM. I loved the ambiance, open and welcoming and they have a mercado with authentic product. Next time I'm going to the pizza bar with some more birthday girls!“

“The food is fantastic, the staff is attentive and Thursday nights they have a comedy show that was hilarious. Definitely coming back!“

“The entire team at Buona Forchetta is amazing, especially Massimo! Always blown away by their extremely attentive service, and of course the absolutely delicious food. We loved everything, but wow, the broccolini was something else. Flawlessly cooked and so flavorful. Always a delight at Buona Forchetta!“

“Food was very good. We selected this restaurant because Douglas " The Crooner" Roeigers was singing The American Song Book that evening. He definitely EXCEEDED our expectations. He was fantasic !! Great time! Very friendly people !!“

“My family have been dining there regularly, since '77. Unfortunately we no longer live in the O.C,but anytime I'm in O.C, I pick up a couple pizzas ,a sandwich & a pint of the house dressing. It's a excellent restaurant & the people there are great.“

“Great food, great service, and great entertainment, especially the sax and guitar duo (Dave Rivera and Saxophone ONE)!“

“I work nearby and got a slice while waiting for the bus. I got a slice of the mafia pizza and I will say this food is superb. I later ordered after I got paid and the pizza was delicious and arrived timely. It was even amazing and fresh even two days after we initially bought the pizza. 10/10, would eat here again and spend a bit extra just for the authenticity.“

“Es buena presentación y rica“

“I drive 2 hours on Saturday just to come to this amazing restaurant. The atmosphere is so elegant, the staff is wonderful and the food is exquisite . I can guarantee that the nasty comments are from commies. Please visit this amazing restaurant and decide for yourself.“

“Party of 6 went for lunch at 2pm on a Sunday in December. The restaurant is very spacious, with multiple rooms, and we were able to find a large booth pretty easily. In true Olive Garden fashion, we were given an endless supply of warm breadsticks with creamy alfredo sauce, and I am sure I had 4 of them after my 10k run earlier. Some of us had the salad, others soup, and again, we were given a huge bowl of salad which was refilled once as well. It was pretty delicious. I had the spaghetti and meatballs entree, which was very good in both quantity and quality as well. Our server was very friendly, and kept inquiring repeatedly if we needed anything. Great experience, and before tips, it came to around 25 bucks per person, including some iced teas that some folks got.“

“Mangia Bene is our favorite go to for pasta. Consistently delicious it's no wonder why it's been such a popular choice in Aliso Viejo for decades. The pasta is fresh and the service excellent Food comes out hot and quickly. Our only problem is the noise level. With sports on several televisions, ambient music and joyful conversations it is difficult to hear our companions Can't wait to return“

“This is the best place ever am obsessed with the food here!!“

“fromTexas the best pizza i ever had😎“

“I had the spinach Ravioli, was really good. Went around 5 and wasn't busy. Close to my job. Had a well variety of choices.“

“tienen buena comidas un ambiente limpio y agradable se los recomiendo“

“For Mother's Day, we had a party of 15 - which the restaurant easily accommodated. Our table was ready on time. The food was good, the scenery was great. The service was, however, lacking. The sun was out, so we asked the waiter if he could help move an umbrella for my 18 month old son and wife (she was on the opposite side of the table from me). He ignored us despite having been asked twice, by my count. The third time he pawned it off on a co-worker, who helped immediately. Finally the checks came - we asked for separate checks, which was no problem. Everyone paid and we were on our way. Later, my wife discovered that she had been charged for the whole table ($400) on top of the separate bill that she already paid. I was charged an additional $80, and my sister was charged an additional $20. My wife had to call the restaurant from work in order to straighten it out. So if you go in a group, be careful of how you're billed. Aside from that, it was a great meal with family. We would go back if there were no further issues.“

“We showed up close to closing and the staff had all went home, the Owner kindly seated us, waited on us, cooked for us and wow did he cook 🔥 Amazing food and the vibes were just as good. I really enjoyed this dinner with my family, will be a happy memory for the books. Chicken Parmesan was our favorite and the ceaser salad was legit. TYSM 5 ⭐️s all day 💣 dot com“