32 Best Italian Restaurants near Novato

“Awesome Food and kind staff!“

“Food was really good and the wait staff was very friendly and helpful. Cute place. Good idea for decorations“

“pistachio crusted salmon was excellent. service was spot on. wine was excellent.“

“Best Italian food in town“

“Chianti Cucina is a delightful Italian dining destination known for its authentic flavors, elegant atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality. Guests enjoy handcrafted pasta, fresh ingredients, and beautifully prepared dishes that bring the taste of Italy to every meal.

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely outstanding experience at Chianti Cucina! The food was fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared, with every dish showcasing authentic Italian cuisine and high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for a relaxing meal or special occasion. The staff was friendly, attentive, and provided exceptional service from start to finish. Highly recommend Chianti Cucina for delicious food, wonderful hospitality, and a memorable dining experience!”“

“Italian Delite Submarine Sandwiches Thank you for supporting the Lucky Run this past Sunday to benefit Novato High School's Safe & Sober Grad Night. We appreciate you! Safe and Sober Grad of Novato“

“The pizza was good — not amazing, but solid — and the ranch dressing was incredible. We popped in because The Village had a 45-minute wait and got seated right away, which was a win. Lots of TVs, so we could watch both the MLB playoffs and college football, and our server was genuinely great — friendly and helpful. That said, it definitely leans more toward an adult vibe. Even though there’s an arcade, the prices are a bit steep ($17 for a kid’s spaghetti and one meatball). And the playlist? Let’s just say it was giving “bow chicka bow wow late-night R&B” energy — not exactly the soundtrack I expected for family pizza night at 6:30 p.m on a Saturday. We’ll probably go back, but next time, maybe earlier in the day when hopefully it’s more family-friendly.“

“Lockdown YUM- Thank you! 😷😋“

“The food and wine are fantastic!“

“Wonderful food and service. Highly recommend!“

“Absolutely incredible food and service. This is true Italian cuisine of the highest order- it’s hard to find this level of authenticity outside of Italy. The porchetta and faro were perfectly cooked, as was the spaghetti and gnocchi.

I am sure this place is going to have a Michelin star someday - we feel so lucky to have discovered it serendipitously while trying to grab a quick and affordable bite around Fairfax.

Also, the owner and servers were such wonderful hosts. Fairfax is lucky to have a gem like this. We can’t wait to come back soon!!“

“Great place to have a delicious dinner, friendly staff and amazing food.“

“Was drawn in by weekend specialty pasta - so delicious and comforting Pork Bolognese - nice wine choices to pair; friendly & attentive service.“

“Excellent food, drinks and service“

“Delicious food! Very unassuming, we were so happy we stopped in, food and service were top notch 🍝“

“THE WINE…just order the wine and everything will be ok in the world again! Great blends from Napa Valley , as good as any expensive vineyard , the owner blends and creates them for years, STRONG WINE, UNBELIEVABLE TASTE! The food is amazing, I’m a New Yorker and loved it ! The gluten free pasta was done to perfection! Wished I lived closer…we would be there every week! The ambiance and staff were inviting , and the owner is a vibe unto himself! Our waiter was from NYC too and he gave us a sheet of poems to take with us! Overall, great experience! ✌️❤️🌈 @thehappiesthippie !“

“I had a great experience at L'oro di Napoli. The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The restaurant was very welcoming and comfortable. Our server, Pascual, was amazing he was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. His excellent service made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and look forward to coming back!“

“We had the most delicious pastas and wine! The service was fantastic as well. We highly recommend TKT for your next night out!! Even our toddler was impressed!“

“Great Food!!! Great Service!“

“Love take out. The best minestrone and garlic bread. Yummy. Try it.“

“I went to San Anselmo with my wife and daughter last week during the Argentina (was rooting for Messi) match. The town looked fantastic once on my way back from Olema and so went back there to have lunch. We thought the place would be nice during the summer days and on 3rd July. But we were kind of disappointed at the beginning, as stayed longer after lunch while watching the game on TV (slightly grumpy bar guy was reluctant to turn the tv sound on, but later he demanded for a pretty please and volume was on - he must have had a long day - anyway he was nice afterwards). Then we saw people were showing up after 3pm and later (the town blocks the roads for live music and kids activities, food etc) - by the time the game was ending the restaurant was full of people with locals mostly. I loved their food and dessert too. Next time will try wine (it seems that is good stuff there). Overall a great experience…“

“A great place in Petaluma, CA. Love this place. The food is great and there are always some specials in the menu. Love the wild boar gnocchi but everything is great!“

“Went ar Arrivederci at around 3 pm on Sunday. Not that busy. We got seated and got our drinks right away. We ordered Gnocchi and Risotto con brasatto. We also got a complimentary focaccia bread with garlic/herbs olive oil dipping. The Gnocchi was very creamy and has rich flavor. The Risotto was creamy and the 2 piece of beef short ribs were tender and juicy. The portion is a bit on a small side and a bit pricey ($28 each). I gave 4 star because the server was not attentive.“

“I have been going to hectors pizza for about 30 years now recipe workers everybody there are still the same will continue being my favorite pizza“

“Very comfortable, family oriented restaurant with great food and service“

“Great services, friendly“

“Stefano's is our favorite work night pizza place! Thursday us pizza night at our house, and we stop by for quick slices and salad. The food is always delicious and the staff are friendly and helpful. It's also fun to listen to Brazilian Portuguese being spoken. All I can say is "Obregado!"“

“Legendary Italian. Family Style. Enough said.“

“Great service. Great food. We will be back. Please put braised short ribs back on the menu.“

“This place was excellent! A little hole in the wall right off of the 101. Me and my husband were driving home late from SF and wanted to grab a bite to eat on the way home. This place is open until 130 in the morning, so makes a great late night option. The crust is made of sourdough and is the perfect amount of crispy and chewy. The sauce was tangy and rich and the toppings tasted fresh. Overall 10/10. The atmosphere wasn't anything to write home about but the food and the guy making the pizzas were excellent and made the hole in the wall vibe. Will go again the next time I'm driving out of the city late at night.“

“Ralph (the owner) is an absolutely wonderful human being. We grew up on Fergene’s and it’s my first meal in California every time we’re in town to see family. Specifically the Chipotle Chicken pizza,“

“Decades in business, the New Yorker is long standing Petaluma staple with exceptional food!!!!! And Rosalia!! She serves up some seriously solid pizza, amazing pastas and homemade sauces plus very generous salads- you can't go wrong with anything you order!
While you wait for a to go meal or dine in, enjoy the eclectic decor and postcards from all of the world. Such a gem ofa locally owned old school pizza joint.
One of my favorite restaurants of all time! ☆☆☆☆☆☆
♡ a fan since 2001!“