50 Best Italian Restaurants near Saratoga

“Very good Italian restaurant“

“We had great experience at Florentine Trattoria. I had Crab and Shrimp pasta and it was the most delicious seafood pasta, I have ever had. I asked Alexandro: how your shrimps are so fresh. He smiled and said: Because they are fresh. Also pasta and bread were outstanding! Friendly fast service, good prices, elegant ambiance, delectable food make Florentine Trattoria one of the best restaurants in Bay Area!“

“BEsteak.A is an exceptional steakhouse that deserves every bit of its five-star rating. From the moment we stepped in, the service was impeccable—attentive, knowledgeable staff who made us feel welcomed throughout. The ambiance was enhanced by the soothing music playing in the background, setting a relaxed tone for the evening. I opted for the bone-in New York steak, and I must say, it was a masterpiece. The presentation was unlike any other steakhouse I've been to—the steak arrived perfectly cooked and beautifully plated. What surprised me pleasantly was their unique twist on the starter; instead of the usual bread, we were served a delightful plate of fresh vegetables with a decadent cheese dipping sauce—a refreshing change that set the tone for the meal ahead. The open kitchen concept added to the experience, allowing us to see the skill and dedication of the chefs firsthand. Overall, BEsteak.A not only delivered on taste but also on ambiance, service, and creativity. It's a place I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience.“

“Outstanding food and service. Highly recommend as the best Italian Restuarant in the Bay Area“

“I will be back! Staff service and food are exceptional!“

“Great place for corporate events! Our team attended IBASV's bocce ball tournament last week and the food/atmosphere were great!“

“They have to best ravioli. My family has been getting them for over 60 years. I live in texas now, I haven't been there in years, I miss them so much! Most of my family is in Sacramento now and will go to La Villa just to get the ravioli!“

“We went tonight and had an amazing, affordable meal. I can’t say enough about the service! The staff is friendly, comes across like they genuinely want you there. The food was delicious. I will be back soon!“

“Celebrating my husband's 65th Birthday. Took a excursion today to cool off out of the valley heat and searched out an authentic Italian meal. I ordered the Linguini and fresh Clams with roasted peppers and light cream sauce. The results were delicious with excellent flavor and presentation. Hubby needed his Cavatelli with red gravy as a side dish since he hasn't found anything like this in our area. He also ordered Lasagna as the main course and we were surprised to see a very large portion! The bread, and I am not a bread eater, was heavenly. Hubby claims good Italian bread is like eating cake and I couldn't agree more with him more. I am now a convert! The pasta is homemade, the red gravy is delicious. We will be returning. Thank you for being here for all of us Italian food lovers ❤️“

“We had excellent service for our large party of 10. Our server, Westin, was wonderful. We were there to celebrate my daughter’s big 30! We all had a wonderful time, food was exceptional and so was the service.“

“I love this place I have been going here for years“

“Loved everything about this place. The food was seriously good—zucchini fries, salad, pasta, and pizza all hit the mark. But the service really made it next level. Staff were on top of everything, from drinks to food delivery, and even helped pack up our leftovers for us. Dessert came out perfectly too. It’s one of those spots where everything just feels easy, well-run, and enjoyable from beginning to end.“

“100% recommend, comfort food and great service. Best cannolo I’ve had in San Jose ! The garlic knots are okay, their dough is really nice though. But the chicken with penne was delicious! My fiancé had the veal and he really liked it!“

“The food here is very good but even better is the service. The staff was very genuine, attentive and quick. Maybe the best service I've had in my life. I'm not in the area often but would definitely go again“

“We love Vaso Azurro and their friendly, family atmosphere and delicious food. We also love when the staff sings. However, last night, we found the noise level too high for conversation. We did not ask for the music volume to be turned down, so I'm not sure how that would have worked. The prices have zoomed in the last six months, but they have everywhere. The noise won't keep us from going back.“

“What a pleasant dining experience. Was greeted at the door by the owner, staff were very attentive and the foods amazing!“

“The best Italian food in San Jose! Service is always very personable, food comes out quickly, and bread, pizza, and pasta are to die for. I don’t know anyone who didn’t think it was one of the best places they’ve tried, and it’s near the movies. I had both of my daughters' birthday parties there.“

“Been going here my whole life. We know the family and are very close. Amazing food, amazing service, amazing atmosphere.“

“Nice italian restaurant serving pizza and pasta. The garlic fries were amazing. The veggie pizza was ok, the flavors were good but didnt have enough salt and the bottom was bit soggy. The service was the highlight - very friendly, helpful and was visibly happy to help. I didnt get his name - but thank you.“

“..finally had a chance to try the new restaurant, wonderful!!“

“Love the food and the atmosphere!“

“Mio Vicino is a Santa Clara institution. Consistently great food. Friendly atmosphere. It’s a Perry family go to place for sure! 😎👍🏼“

“Delicious food, fabulous staff. A must try“

“Stumbled in on a whim and now I'm hooked. The Ischia Salad with mango and burrata was so fresh and bright, and the Ravioli di Aragosta?? Actual generous lobster and a pink sauce I could've sipped lol. Warm service, cute lemony Amalfi vibe, plus tons of gluten-free options. If you're in San Jose, just go.“

“Ordered the seafood pasta - normally it comes with wine sauce but I ordered it with the red sauce. Usually they say dont order off the menu but sometimes life is about taking risks. Hey Michael Jackson’s Thriller wasn’t supposed to be released. One bite and I’d say the best seafood pasta I’ve bad in the South Bay Area, in fact miles better than @SamsChowderHouse in Half Moon Bay.“

“Scopazzi’s has long since been a favorite venue for the BCBA to host events. From dinner/auction fundraisers to roundtable meetings to lunch meetings and now our 1st annual community planning event. They knocked it out of the park today for the CPE! Thank you to Talal and all of the staff!“

“Pinsa (Flatbread) and the Mushroom Ravioli were exceptional dishes. Our favorite plates out of the 3 we ordered. We also had the carbonara but there was an after taste that did not sit well. Most likely from the cheese? Service was slightly slow however only the bartender was on shift.“

“This afternoon, we had the pleasure of listening to live music at Gardino's in Los Gatos. The music was wonderful, and the food was absolutely fantastic!

If you haven't had the opportunity to visit, they offer music and/or karaoke every day of the week.“

“One of the best places to have a big party. The banquet rooms are spacious; you can seat up to 160 guests. I’ve hosted 2 events here already - my parents’ 50th anniversary in 2014 and my 50th birthday this year. Easy process to reserve the space & select menu. Great customer service from all staff.“

“The Doppio Zero Pizza will change your life!“

“Excellent food and service!“

“We ordered food to go. I love the food here. It is always a treat. The pizza crust is exceptional. I also recommend the Pesto Gnocchi. Best pesto around! When we dine in, it is very cool to sit at the bar. The bar service is as good as sitting at a table.
See ya soon.“

“Good daily special. Friendly staff good food.“

“Love this place! Gets better every time! Excellent service. Excellent food! Authentic Italian. 🇮🇹🍕☕️“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Incredible Experience! From the moment we walked in tonight, everything about this Italian restaurant was pure magic. The ambience was a great family friendly made even more special by the wonderful gentleman playing the accordion — such an authentic touch that transported us straight to Italy. The service was impeccable - attentive without being intrusive — and every detail was handled with care. And the food… perfection! The Sole was simply divine — light, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Each bite was a reminder of why true Italian cuisine is all about quality and passion. A must-visit for anyone who loves great food, beautiful atmosphere, and genuine hospitality. I can’t wait to return! 🇮🇹🍷✨ Dreamgate Events Birmingham Alabama“

“Some of the best pizza we’ve had in California. And our server was friendly, engaging, and effective! Great experience we’ll be back!!“

“I discovered the place by accident. I was next door inside Michaels having some art pieces custom framed when I decided to look for a place to stop by to eat. I was starving. I was craving for pasta. And thats how I got to discover this place. I ordered the chicken fettucine alfredo. Love the dish with its chunky chicken pieces and al dente pasta. The complimentary cheese sticks with that cheese pimiento cheese spread was a delightful surprise. Next time Ill check their lasagna and clam chowder. I heard their clam chowder is as good as Boulins in San Francisco. I dont have to make a drive to the city to enjoy a good bowl of chowder. The lasagna looks so rich as well as their chopino. Im definitely comjng back.“

“Teleports you back to Italy with the high quality food and drinks. The owner makes the experience unforgettable and his hospitality is unmatched. The food is straight farm to table and the focaccia is unbelievable. We took some home in our purse for later. Definitely a necessary stop in LG.“

“Delicious! First time there and had a meal on the outside towards the back of restaurant. Had a few different appetizers but I'd say go with the calamari as it's lightly breaded yet had the crunch and the squid soft and easy to eat. Great wine selection. For my main meal was the Filet Mignon dinner special. It was supposed to come with veggies and the meat in truffle sauce. Everything in my order was correct except the sauce on the filet mignon didn't taste nor look like truffle sauce but it looked and tasted more like a balsamic vinegar glaze. It was unique, as it had a vinegar flavor profile which was ok, though I really wanted more of a meaty taste. Dessert was great, had a pistachio cake that was mild in sweetness and more of the nutty flavor. Overall, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ for me even with the little hiccup.

Parking: When you get to "Little Italy" one side has free parking but that gets full quickly, and the other side has parking meters that was active until 10PM (Yup, the meters are from 9am to 10pm in Little Italy, the rest of San Jose the meters stop operations at 6pm) which of course the parking space on the meters are available during the late afternoons but these spaces are full by 7/8pm.“

“I discovered the place by accident. I was next door inside Michaels having some art pieces custom framed when I decided to look for a place to stop by to eat. I was starving. I was craving for pasta. And thats how I got to discover this place. I ordered the chicken fettucine alfredo. Love the dish with its chunky chicken pieces and al dente pasta. The complimentary cheese sticks with that cheese pimiento cheese spread was a delightful surprise. Next time Ill check their lasagna and clam chowder. I heard their clam chowder is as good as Boulins in San Francisco. I dont have to make a drive to the city to enjoy a good bowl of chowder. The lasagna looks so rich as well as their chopino. Im definitely comjng back.“

“I got the Wrigley and Chicago beef. Great taste. Think it would be better fresh. It smelled really good in there. I seen others plates and it looked really good. Next I'm going to eat in. They also have pacman arcade games for free! Big place 2 sides, bar area. Parking is scarce.“

“The best Italian restaurant in the Bay Area! Fresh outstanding delicious food! Never disappointed with whatever I order! The staff are very professional and so kind and enjoyable atmosphere! Love the pear salad!“

“authentic Calabrese food - molto bene!“

“Excellent take out place. Reasonable prices for the portions.

We ordered through food delivery service and the food came piping hot and nicely packed.

We ordered penne a la vodka with sausage, meat lasagna, caprese salad, and Ceasar salad. Everything was well cooked and tasted delicious. The portions are a good size for the price. The 4 dishes came out to just over $100 with tax, fees, & tip.

Would absolutely order from here again.“

“We recently tried Jennie’s Fast Pizza on De Anza Blvd, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish! It is always a win when the whole family enjoys the meal, but my daughter was absolutely thrilled with her pizza—she’s already asking when we can go back.
The crust was perfectly baked, the toppings were fresh, and the flavors were spot-on. It’s rare to find a spot that hits the mark for both adults and kids so consistently. If you’re looking for a quick, delicious, and family-friendly dinner option in San Jose, this is definitely the place to go.
Highly recommended—we will definitely be regulars!“

“Great happy hour ! Nothing beats SF Restaurant HH“

“Very good quality of foods and very friendly personel. I'm often ordering foods from there. One of my favorite take-out kitchens! Recommended

Parking: There is many food delivery restorants and half of parking lots during day were busy by doordashers, but, still many free spots to park.“

“I've been coming to the Mountain View location for over a year, specifically because of the incredible service! Everyone here is extremely welcoming and warm, whether I stop in for lunch or bring in friends and family. Special thanks to John and Gerardo who always make our family events easy to enjoy and special. On NYE they catered all our favorites and new ones! Even my sister in law who's a vegetarian loved the food!

And for my sisters graduation, they set us up in the wine room which made her feel even more special and happy (:

I also want to shout out Lucia, Antonio and so many other people on the team for making this Il Fornaio location feel like home!“

“Best Italian food and best steaks“

“Excellent food, atmosphere and staff! Happy hour menu a PLUS!“