16 Best Italian Restaurants in Stockton

“First time at Mezzo and it was a fantastic experience! The atmosphere was welcoming, and the food was delicious. Our server, Hector, was great. He was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and made some excellent recommendations. Thanks to him, we had a perfect evening. We'll definitely be back!“

“It’s always delicious 😋 and never disappoints!“

“Always delicious and the staff is so kind and accommodating❤️“

“Picked up a catering order for my work and everything was great! The lady that brought out the order was very helpful and kind. The food was packaged nicely and also tasted great. Everyone was commenting on what an amazing job OG had done!“

“I'm a native New Yorker and De Parsia's is authentic NYC tasting pizza, believe me or try it for yourself. If you're looking for great food, prices that are right and the atmosphere of home, De Parsia's is the place, the owner is so pleasant (I wanted to call him PawPaw).“

“There’s something strange about the corner in Stockton. Not eerie—no. But... magnetic. Like some hidden force tugging at your hunger, whispering ancient cravings from beneath the cracked sidewalks and flickering streetlights. That force? It's De Vinci’s Delicatessen. And it doesn’t just feed you—it possesses you.

I stepped through their modest entrance on a sunlit afternoon, the door chime echoing like a bell in a forgotten church. The scent hit me first—fresh bread, warm herbs, garlic, and that ever-so-faint, seductive promise of slow-roasted miracles. My order was simple, or so I thought: the legendary Tri-Tip sandwich on their homemade focaccia bread.

Now let me tell you—this wasn’t bread. It was a relic. Thick but soft, crispy edges brushed with oil, speckled with rosemary like some ancient script written by a hungry demigod. The Tri-Tip was piled on like a sacrificial offering—tender, perfectly charred on the edges, the smoky flavor locked in like a spell.

And the minestrone? My God. It didn’t come in a bowl—it arrived in a portal. Each spoonful took me somewhere else. Cannellini beans like smooth river stones. Zucchini, tomato, onion—each vegetable so fresh it felt like it had been plucked from a cursed garden moments before hitting the pot. The broth was deep and comforting, like the embrace of something old and kind... and maybe just a little haunted.

There was, of course, her. The woman on the phone. Loud, obnoxious, the kind of person who thinks everyone’s life needs to hear about her overdue dental work and gym drama. Her voice cut through the room like a rusty saw through Sunday peace. But even she couldn’t ruin the atmosphere. No demon could.

Because once you take a bite at De Vinci’s, you belong to it. And it belongs to you. Forever.

Five stars. But be warned: the craving never leaves.“

“Ordered a personal size 1 topping pizza and it was perfect!!!! You can not beat the price either, less than $5!!!! And everything is made fresh in the restaurant. The staff is also very friendly and there are a plethora of menu options“

“I’ve been here a few times and I just gotta say I love the pizza (but pizza is not all they have!) The flavor is amazing. Made fresh and the service has always been great. It’s pretty quiet, so that’s always a plus for me. The restaurant is very clean.“

“This is about as authentic as you're going to get here in Stockton if you're looking for delicious home style Italian food.
I've lived and worked with Italians in Little Italy for many years, so the minute I walk in this place, it takes me back to some of the best times of my life. DaVinci's food is delicious! I can't leave without having seconds or thirds! Lol. I know you'll read a few negative comments about poor customer service, but for as many years as I've worked in Italian restaurants, it's very common and nothing personal, seems like an Italian thing, lol. Just look past that part, be respectful & kill them with kindness, and soon you'll be stuffing yourself with total deliciousness!!😋🇮🇹“

“Unbelievable. I don't even know what to say. The #2 sandwich was UNBELIEVABLE. We bought ravioli to take home the realized I had made a big mistake. I forgot the sauce. Headed back for another sandwich and sauce. 👍👍👍. Opps😂🤣“

“Great food and people food amazing“

“Their seafood pasta is one of the best so full of flavor really goooood pizza
Slightly ? pricey but worth it

Service was so so .. our waitress just didn't seem very happy serving us . Was kind of rude . But the other working seemed happy and they were super nice“

“Excellent lunch, nice service! 👌“

“My family has been going to this pizza place since the brothers were partners IYKYK.. we love the Gilroy and the Pesto with artichoke Pizza’s. Recently, my dad ordered a pizza and got home with the wrong one. He has a common name and there was a mix up with someone else’s order. Dad called and they said the next one was on them. Today was that day and they kept their word. Everyone that works there has always treated my family like family.. Thank you, David’s Pizza! You have fed four generations of the Champion family, and we love your Pizza!! -Jonas“

“I don't post reviews often but at the other Eddie's on Waterloo, I had a bad experience with rude customer service so I decided to switch to the Hammer Lane location. They have a new team of employees and they are all so sweet and helpful and cheerful. When you walk in they greet you, they smile, they're friendly and they are fast. I've been there 3 times in the last two weeks. The pizza was incredible. Cooked to perfection. Kudos to their chefs and kitchen team. The food was served hot and it was prompt. They brought it out to us and were making sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant was well lit and had a nice atmosphere. Afterward, the young girl came by to see if they could clean up the table and they gave us a to-go box. Then another employee walked around, cleaning up the other tables and came over and asked if we needed anything. Excellent customer service and attention to detail. I'll gladly come back to this restaurant for our late night pizza cravings. This location is top tier and the new employees are excellent and friendly. The other employee staff are great too. I see different people when I go in at different times of the day. Before we left one girl came over and gave me a water cup to go, and I asked her if she was new and she said yes she was. She also told us how much she enjoyed working there and how much she liked her team. It's refreshing to see employees so caring and diligent in regards to their work. I'll definitely be back, and it's extra cool that this restaurant treats their employees well, especially with all the bad stories you hear about other restaurant chains and their issues with how they treat their employees. Great work, Eddie's Pizza!“

“I was in Stockton visiting a good friend. I was telling her about a pizza place in a nearby city. She recommended Eddie's. I picked one up on my way home. I was pleasantly surprised. A lot of topping. Very flavorful. I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Stockton.“