50 Best Italian Restaurants near Seal Beach

“Kristi, with a K, is the best.“

“Food is always good. Entertainment is fantastic.“

“Excellent service friendly smiles and great prices!!! Food was so fresh and zesty!!! Recommend 💯!!!“

“It's not a cheap date, but it's a nice one. Skip the famous Caesar salad that's not even an Italian thing. Wines are great, the pastas are good. Loud acoustics, high energy, tons of staff. Only one asked us if we wanted another glass of wine. It is a different setup, counter service and table service combo. Ordered and paid and tipped before we were even sat. Wine bar gave you tastings of any wines you wanted to try so that adds a lot to the experience.“

“非常棒的意大利风味，美味的意面和披萨“

“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.“

“I love this place!! There food is absolutely amazing, as is their customer service! Recommend the mushrooms for an appetizer and bread pudding for dessert!!“

“Delicious food, fantastic staff. Love the specials and the killer desserts!“

“Went on a Saturday night, so was expecting a wait. Totally worth it though.
Everything we had was delicious-- meatballs, arugula salad, chicken dish, and rigatoni.
Servers were very pleasant and easy going. A small restaurant with big flavors and a nice family vibe.“

“The best Italian food in the country!“

“Unbelievable experience! The entire time we felt like family and your can truly tell that the chef pours his heart and soul into his food. Tried the swordfish, pork chop, chicken and dumplings, and pasta… every dish was worthy of a Michelin star! Will definitely be back for more! Highly recommend Bar Becky!“

“Best food Round and the portions are awesome.“

“Giuseppina is such a gem! My husband and I found out about her when she first started setting up shop around LB, but she really found a loyal community in Belmont Shore.

Having traveled to and lived in Italy, I can safely say her food is truly Italian made and the arancini are just like I had when in Italy. She is kind, hardworking, and simply wants everyone to enjoy her cooking. Hope to see her open her own restaurant someday!“

“We stopped in for a cocktail, and Gina, the hostess, kindly found us seats at the bar. We had a wonderful time meeting Terry, the owner, Miguel, the bartender, and Jessica. The entire longtime staff was warm and welcoming.

We ended up staying for dinner and enjoyed the filet mignon and lobster, two of their soups, along with a nice glass of wine and a refreshing spritzer. Great food, terrific service, and a thoroughly enjoyable evening!

This restaurant has been around 36 years and I can see why.“

“Ambiance is perfect for all occasions, food is delicious with weekly specials! Martini Thursday is my fav!! Eat Italian here, you won’t be disappointed especially when you can take a stroll on the beach before/after. Cheers!“

“Great family experience for our huge group. They accommodated us in our own private room so we could visit without interrupting the rest of the diners.“

“Tarantella on 4th in Long Beach is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, it feels less like a restaurant and more like stepping into a vibrant art gallery—every corner is full of personality and creative energy. The food is on another level—freshly made daily, and you can truly taste the difference in every bite. It’s the kind of place where quality and care shine through in every dish. If you're looking to unwind, the outdoor patio is a hidden oasis—intimate, relaxing, and perfect for enjoying a great meal with friends or family. Owners Carlos & Megan have created something really special here: a warm, family-friendly spot with amazing food and genuinely excellent service that makes you feel right at home. Yes, parking in the area can be a bit of a challenge—but trust me, it’s absolutely worth the effort. Tarantula on 4th is one of those places you’ll keep coming back to!those places you’ll keep coming back to!“

“This is our favorite Italian restaurant! The food is outstanding and the service is excellent! The owners and staff treat you like family! Great place & highly recommend them!“

“Absolutely fantastic. I’m blown away at the pizza! You couldn’t tell the difference between dairy cheese and their cheese! I can’t wait to eat it again. The risotto was a tad bit salty for my taste but friends enjoyed it. Olives were delicious but piping hot, be careful. 😂 Table bread was also super yummy! The food did take a while to come out but they were upfront about that.“

“Mouthwatering and delicious food!!“

“Awesome Place to Eat Italian food“

“Writing this review while absolutely devouring the best pizza I’ve ever had!! 🍕❤

I just got back from New York, and I’m not even kidding when I say this beats every pizza I had there.

I’ve been coming here for almost 3 years now, and it will forever be one of my favorite restaurants. Everything is SO flavorful. The chef seriously has magic hands because I have yet to order something that isn’t delicious.

I travel a ton, and whenever I’m back in town, this is always the first place I want to stop. The second I walk through the door, it feels like home. ❤

Forever a favorite!!“

“We had the all meat pizza and all meat calzone. Very highly recommend. Food was excellent, service was second to none. GREAT PLACE Check this place out YOU WILL NOT BE disappointed!!!!!!!!!“

“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. 😋“

“I love this place!! There food is absolutely amazing, as is their customer service! Recommend the mushrooms for an appetizer and bread pudding for dessert!!“

“Was in town and wanted to try this place out, when I got there they told me they were only serving a Monday service menu. I was pretty upset because I wanted to try out the pasta but still went ahead and ordered and ate. All I can say is WOW! The food was amazing with great flavor! I would definitely recommend. It was my fault for not being aware of the Monday menu but I was still blown away.“

“Fabulous restaurant in an elegant old style European decor. really miss it now that I no longer live in Long Beach“

“Been enjoying everything since I was 5 great food and better service love it“

“Awesome food really good scampi and salads“

“Aren’t too many good places around Frederick but Ricci’s is in the top 5. Great food. Always fresh and delish! Best time to go is when Tristan (and his brother) and Roxanne are behind the bar. Good food great drinks, great time!!!“

“The tiramisu was amazing. The wait staff brought one for my cousins birthday.“

“The Best 30 years ago, and still the Best NOW!🤙“

“Food and service was great.“

“Great food and live entertainment🙃🙃“

“absolutely fantastic food and service“

“Fritzankotters Deli was an absolutely fantastic experience! Cynthia and Gabi were incredibly kind and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in.
I ordered the Meatball Smash Sandwich, and honestly, words can't describe how incredible it was. It was hands down the best meatball sandwich I've ever had. The house-made pesto took it to another level and absolutely knocked it out of the park.
The restaurant was spotless, with clean tables and a great atmosphere. I also tried one of their local beers on tap, and it was ice cold and paired perfectly with the sandwich.
This place is truly a hidden gem and a must-try for anyone looking for an amazing meal. It's also a mother-and-daughter, female-owned business, which makes supporting them even better. Do yourself a favor and check them out—you won't be disappointed!“

“Lunch (Brunch) Saturday June 8 Been reading many glowing reviews ..R they deserved ? If all dishes as flavorful as the Lamb” Secco” Then YES Not cheap , but If I am spending $40-50 person ,the food had Better taste like this. Also good: basic Margherita Pizza. Beer list is thoughtful. Wife REALLY enjoyed her Anderson Valley Rose wine with the Lamb dish Bottom line: this cafe is worth supporting. Thanks for setting up shop in Coastal Long Beach- Naples“

“The food was excellent. Susie was great with recommendations and very attentive. I need to go back and try a few more things soon.Great outdoor seating.“

“I haven’t been to Olive Garden in a long time because my past experiences honestly weren’t the best, but Kevin completely changed that! He was super friendly, attentive, and really helpful when answering my questions about the menu. Everything came out fast, and he made the whole experience feel welcoming and enjoyable. The food was just as good as I remembered too. Huge thanks to Kevin for making it such a great night! Will be coming back for those delicious breadsticks!“

“Been enjoying everything since I was 5 great food and better service love it“

“I ordered here for the first time yesterday. I’ve always picked up orders to deliver for customers and the food always smelled good. I finally gave it a try and I must say I’ll definitely be back lol.“

“My wife and I had dinner there and I didn't know what to expect as I had never Head food at this restaurant. I ordered some lasagna and my wife ordered a pizza as well as some wine. We'd eating at another Italian restaurant on goldenwest a few weeks ago and this restaurant certainly had better food than the food at that restaurant. The prices were really more reasonable here at Taste of Italy. Wine was excellent and we had a great time. There was a lot of people spilling in from the beach and we had some good conversations and met some great people. This is going to be our go-to place now in the area. Service was great and the food was outstanding.“

“I didnt think anyone could beat Red West-Wilmington but I think this place just did. Amazing!“

“Super yummy ! Had a appetizer platter and dessert !“

“Stopped in based solely on the reviews and grabbed two pies and some cheesy garlic bread. Both were fantastic. The garlic bread was soft, chewy, cheesy and buttery. The crust and the sauce on the pies were delicious and the toppings were fresh and tasty. Highly recommend.“

“They have the most amazing Pizza awesome ribs the wings are so good the potato wedges are one of my favorite they're good with the wings and the ribs and the pizza their pastas are amazing their subs are amazing I would have to say that everything that I've gotten from here has been above satisfactory the workers are very courteous and I've never gotten any order wrong the delivery drivers are awesome you definitely need to check them out make sure to try the potato wedges and the ribs“

“I never knew what real spaghetti was until I had it here. The food's great and the service is great too. And the prices are reasonable.“

“Gorgeous! Love it already. Beautiful displays, plenty of specialty variety, lots of plant based brands, large fresh to go options, and I want to eat the bread cabinet.... Being the 365 line, the prices are more reasonable, similar to Sprouts. Granted I went to the Grand Opening but I hope the vibe, the friendliness, and the ample freshness continue. Will be dropping by again soon.“

“First time here. Guess we picked a bad day to try it as it was exceptionally busy at 1.30 pm. We had to wait 40 minutes for three sandwiches. On the plus side the food was very good. The chicken philly sandwich was fresh and tasty. The server was very friendly and helpful 😃👍🏼“