50 Best Italian Restaurants near Newport Coast

“I was disappointed that I couldn't get a table in the patio. The reservation asks you if you want inside dining or patio, why ask? Brings false hopes. But the good service from the workers and the delicious food makes you forget it allllll. Shoutout to Aldo for his amazing service and his amazing attitude. He made the place feel comfortable and social with my date. Thank you Aldo! You're a goat Papa!“

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

“Great spot! Parking can be a little tricky in the front when it’s crowded, so I recommend parking behind the restaurant—it makes things much easier.

The food was delicious, and you should definitely ask about the specials. I had the focaccia sandwich special and it was so good I finished it pretty quickly. Even the desserts were impressive—the picture I included was taken within the first minute of it hitting the table because we couldn’t wait to dig in.

I would absolutely come back again. It’s definitely on the pricier side, but worth it for the quality and experience 😅“

“The service here is great they make sure your drinks are full and they are very friendly. I love lasagna but this was just ok! I’ll have to try something different next time. Also the bruschetta was just OK. Guess I’m a little spoiled because My daughter makes it so good. I’ll definitely be back to try another dish!“

“Between 1983 and 1995 I ate lunch almost daily at to your restaurant. In 95 I moved away from Southern California. When ever I visit the area I stop in for a bite. Best pizza in the world! The pasta is excellent. I now live in the Lake Tahoe area and there's nothing even close to it here or anywhere else for that matter (and lve been to NY and Jersey). Everything I've ever ordered there has been fantastic.“

“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.“

“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 !“

“We were staying at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott and Jack’s was recommended to us by another traveler. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and the food and the professional service provided by Adrian. The crabcake was the best I have had and the happy hour options are a big hit.“

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

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

“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!!“

“BEST. GLUTEN FREE PIZZA. EVER. I got the potato pizza and it was absolutely incredible - perfectly salty and sweet and the fresh herbs were perfection. The ceasar salad was also amazing. The owner is sooo nice and funny, and we had really incredible service from everyone in the restaurant“

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

“Simply over the top! That’s a wrap“

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

“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 😍“

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

“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.“

“Fresh homemade pasta. Lovely atmosphere and excellent service 😍“

“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.“

“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!“

“Great service, authentic Italian food“

“The owner Piero is one of the kindest people you will meet. He is very knowledgeable on the cuisine he serves. You can tell he is passionate about this business. This is a one of a kind authentic Italian restaurant. Will be visiting in the future.🙏🏽“

“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“

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

“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. 😋“

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

“The food & service were great“

“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“

“Great food and service! We have heard great things about the pizza here and it did it did not disappoint. Their gluten free pizzas are also probably the best we have had. Great hospitality from everyone we interacted with there. We will definitely be coming back!“

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

“fromTexas the best pizza i ever had😎“

“Had a great V day dinner...all the food here is SO good! We had garlic bread, Caesar with anchovies, sausage/onion pizza and the special strawberry ice cream dessert. All excellent. Service was great overall and Grace did a great job for us! Thanks and we will be back.“

“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.“

“This resteraunt is near my sister, and she loves it the people, the food and the Bar! I have been there a few times now and I love their garlic bread that is free appetizers. Every meal has been great so far! The last meal I shared with my wife was Blackened Salmon with Mash and Asparagus and a salad!“

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

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

“Solid dishes at fair prices from this Italian mom and pop in Lake Forest. Is this the fanciest Italian place with a full bar and bougie vibes? No. Is it a family restaurant with generous portions and high quality flavors? Yes. This is particularly reflected in your price at this no frills establishment. The free bread was hot and fluffy, the appetizers nicely fried, and each entree or lunch portion was heaping. I loved my fettuccine Alfredo with anchovies. The sauce was, chef's kiss. Would love to come back!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“