36 Best Italian Restaurants near Louisville

“Excellent food, service and atmosphere.“

“We recently held our son's and our new daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner at Parma Trattoria & Mozzarella Bar and every detail was perfect! Emilio and Mike provided helpful guidance every step along the way and ensured that our event went smoothly. We had a large party (44 people) and they recommended that we hold our event in the heated patio area for more privacy which was a great call. Our amazing servers Julie and Ilona are top notch and didn’t miss a beat. From helping us set up/decorate the tables to taking our orders to promptly serving/clearing dishes after each course to ensuring that no one waited for beverages, their service was flawless! And the food! Everyone raved about how delicious each dish was. I forgot to take photos of all my dishes but included a few to show how beautiful/tasty they look/are! It's hard to pick a favorite dish since we ordered just about everything on the menu and it was all delicious! Great cocktails and wine list too! A special callout to our new in-laws (the Francas and the Englishs of Thornton) for recommending Parma! We highly recommend Parma Trattoria & Mozzarella Bar and their talented/customer focused team for their delicious food, inviting atmosphere, and outstanding service!“

“Food is great, place is amazing. They have vegetarian lasagna on their menu full time, which is impossible to find at Italian places.

That being said, the Canollis are a crime. Please fix the filling recipe. They taste like they are filled with frosting made of crisco and powdered sugar. Ricotta. Ricotta. Ricotta.“

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“My family and I recently had the pleasure of dining at Basta, and it was a truly wonderful experience. It's not often you find a restaurant that can impress a diverse group including my wife, my mother, and my mother-in-law, but Basta did so with ease.

We started our meal with a selection of appetizers that set a high bar for the rest of the evening. The burrata was incredibly fresh and creamy, a perfect complement to the rich, smoky flavor of the olives. But the real star was the focaccia bread—warm, airy, and with just the right amount of salt, it was impossible to stop at just one piece.

For our main courses, we chose two pizzas and a vegetable dish. The zucchini was a fantastic addition, with the fresh, crisp vegetable elevated by the vibrant basil romanesco and the satisfying crunch of the breadcrumbs. The clam pizza was a delightful surprise, with the briny clams and a hint of lemon perfectly balanced against the smoky, blistered crust from the wood-fired oven. The Daisy pizza was a testament to the restaurant's philosophy of using high-quality ingredients; simple yet perfect, with a wonderfully flavorful tomato sauce and creamy mozzarella.

To finish our meal, we decided to indulge in all of their desserts, and we were not disappointed. Each one was a perfect ending to our dinner. The Campfire vanilla ice cream had a unique, smoky sweetness that was balanced by the vibrant and refreshing orange and beet sorbet. The sweet corn ice cream was an unexpected and delicious highlight, while the rich chocolate budino with pistachio butter was pure decadence. And of course, the donuts were a warm, fluffy, and perfect final touch.

Basta’s combination of a warm, inviting atmosphere and truly incredible food made for a special and memorable night. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, adding to the overall great experience. We left feeling completely satisfied and already talking about when we could return. I highly recommend Basta for any occasion, whether it's a date night or a special family gathering.

Special thank you to Suzanne and Chef Alex for creating such a special evening.“

“very nice staff. a quick tasty lunch and you get a lot of good, fresh food for under 20$.“

“The food was great but the service and atmosphere was even better!“

“Huge variety of food and all dishes are delicious.“

“OMG dont even have the words to tell you how good the food is here personally i love the sizzler pizza fresh garlic and pepperoni yum i would recommend this place to anyone looking for good Italian food. Pizza pics from 9/26/25. The restaurant was busy when we picked up our order tonight and the staff were getting it done! Thank you for the great service. Ps I told the owner I would take pictures while on my New York trip so I figured I would share a couple here as we had a family emergency while in New York and had to come back to Colorado before getting pizza in New York. So with that said thank you for making great New York style pizza in Colorado.“

“We received a gift card from a family member at Christmas and decided to use it on a Saturday night in January. The restaurant was packed but there was seating in the bar area, so we decided, what the heck(!) and went to the bar. Once seated we were greeted with the friendliest bar staff, Marissa and Tiernan. We wanted a glass of red and Marissa recommended the Porta Vita Italia. It is a delicious bargain and we were so impressed (and now hooked!). Our food was and continues to be great, as now we have become Saturday night regulars! We are Italian and honestly did not think we could get a traditional and tasty meal at a chain. Marissa and Tiernan, thank you for the excellent, friendly customer service and sweetness. You both are classy, sassy and super bad-**sy! We always look forward to our Saturday nights hanging with you both! See you next time, Cheers!“

“Carelli’s — a carb-loading dream in Boulder 🤩

Carelli’s is an “authentic” Italian gem tucked in the heart of Boulder, Colorado.

First time in Colorado, first Italian dinner here — the night before my Boulderthon half marathon. A city full of runners, carbs were calling. I snagged a Saturday 7 PM reservation by phone the night before (do the same — weekends fill fast).

We ended up accidentally going full vegetarian. No regrets.

What we ate:
• 🥣 Asparagus & Leek Soup – Light, velvety, a perfect palate reset.
• 🥗 House Insalata – Crisp greens, zippy Italian dressing; simple but electric.
• 🍝 Angel Hair Alla Olio – A runner’s dream: delicate pasta, swimming in olive oil and garlic, with a sprinkle-as-you-please bowl of parmesan.
• 🍆 Eggplant Parmigiana (my dinner partner’s pick) – Bubbly cheese blanket, baked eggplant layers, comfort on a plate.

Complimentary garlic bread showed up warm and buttery but leaned dry — a little more olive oil would have taken it from good to grazie mille! Still, it paired nicely with the pasta’s olive oil bath.

Everything felt fresh, Italian without heaviness — perfect for pre-race fueling. Service was friendly and unhurried; the dining room cozy without being cramped.

Bottom line:
If you’re in Boulder (runner or not), book ahead, show up hungry, and expect honest Italian cooking with a few charming quirks. I’d happily come back on my next Colorado visit — whether chasing a PR or just a good plate of pasta.

(Visited September 27, 2025)“

“We've had the opportunity to eat at Homegrown Tap & Dough a few times since they've opened. I've been there with both my family with small kids and my friends. They never disappoint! We've had such an amazing experience there each time. The atmosphere is unbeatable, the food is amazing and they have a great selection of drinks! My kids love going to get food here, we were able to sit and dine in the gondola one of the times we had dinner and it made their night! They have free video games to keep the kids entertained while they're waiting for their food. Make sure to check out their beautiful fire place inside and their outdoor patio! You won't be disappointed!“

“Absolutely amazing food. I had a great date tonight and I was so glad that we were able to be at your restaurant. Great chicken scallopini with mushrooms and great red wine :-). Our waiter was outstanding!“

“Bucatino was recommended by our friends. This is truly a great find and see ourselves being regulars. We were there early, so some of us took advantage of the happy hour menu. Everything tasted fresh from the pomodoro to the colognes. Also, excellent tiramisu!“

“Delish food and great service all in a beautiful but comfortable setting.“

“I have missed pizza the most since being glutenfree. Pizza is now on my menu. Crust is just so delicious. Thank you for excellent pizza!“

“Angelo's is a regular stop for us. Their cheese steaks and Italian hoagie ("The Torresdale") are the closest I've found in Boulder to traditional Philly fare. The Fairmount is their delicious veggie sandwich option. Prices are fair for Boulder. Staff are friendly and the whole restaurant is clean and inviting.“

“Thoroughly enjoyed the buffet of delicious food catered by Cimmini’s at their family wedding this weekend. Appetizers, pasta (including gluten free) and desserts were outstanding.“

“The whole family enjoys every thing, every time.“

“Did the tasting menu and it was fantastic. Some of the cocktails were a little “meh”, and so I’d be more likely to do wine there in the future. The caviar on corn cake—one of the three starters—was probably the best bite of food I’ve had this year.

The crudo (the second course) seemed a bit lacking to me, but others at the table really liked it. Otherwise, everything was perfect.“

“good food, good service, reasonable price.“

“Service was on point … a simple glance at a staff member was enough to bring them over to check on our needs . That added to a great menu, delicious food and great company made this birthday dinner truly pleasurable! Grade A“

“Huge Thank You to the whole crew for amazing service last night! How many restaurants can you call at 7:45 at night and ask if they can accommodate up to 40 people this one right here! We were in town for a youth wrestling tournament and were staying next-door at the hotel. We called them and asked if there was a possibility and they said sure come on down. We will have you set up in our banquet room. Arrived at 8:30 and had us all out of there by 10. Nobody waited for food or drinks and the food and staff were all amazing.!! Thank You Montrose Elite Wrestling“

“Mici's is great. I recently had to call MIci's because I hadn't received my order and discovered that it was listed as delivered. I have mobility issues and couldn't go around the neighborhood to find it so the manager sent one of his employees to my house to find the order for me. They were pleasant, kind, and went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure my order was taken care of. Mici's gave me such good customer service, and I am so thankful to have them in my neighborhood.“

“We got this delivered to our Air B n B couple times while in town. Can't complain at all. The garlic knots delicious, the kids spaghetti good and great size, the meatballs delicious and the cheese filled raviolis awesome. We loved it.“

“Best Pizza in Colorado, Hands Down!“

“Had the best sandwiches from there on Sunday! Yum!“

“The food and service was all excellent. We were a party of eight and all of our appetizers, entrees and desserts were excellent. Outstanding service from Brynne. She was the perfect balance of attentiveness. Would definitely eat here again.“

“The food here cannot be beat- excellent, fresh, delicious, from-scratch-tasting, amazing everything. Don’t let the location (unassuming strip mall by the gas station) run you off- this is damn good Italian food and definitely worth trying.“

“Love this restaurant staff always friendly and efficient! Good food 💖recommend the moscato from Italy called Seven Daughters 😋 Marie and the hostess Andrea awesome 🥰“

“Great vibes. Food was wonderful. Bree (sp) was our server. Very accommodating and friendly. An asset to your organization.“

“Im and OTR truck driver and I have searched far and wide (other than Chicago) to try a Chicago style pizza and lol and behold right here in Denver I find one had uber eats deliver.

I will never eat regular pizza ever again Chicago style is all i want. That is a thick pizza I've never seen cheese under the toppings, but good lord what a scrumptious pizza.“

“I stopped in at the end of the night and was greeted immediately. The owner warned me he was a bit short-staffed but due to being understanding of his young employees being “sick” on Homecoming weekend. My pizza was very good and crispy but I’ll ask for extra sauce next time, I generally expect more garlic flavor. Place is small but inviting. You can tell the family who owns this takes pride in it.“

“I ordered a large meat lovers with extra cheese. Out... standing. I really like their sauce and with the amount of meat they put on it, getting extra cheese nailed it for me. Great crust, cooked perfectly. Also, the gentleman working behind the counter and the staff were very kind and friendly. I have been here twice and will continue coming here. Very good.“

“I play Bingo frequently. If you are looking for a friendly atmosphere from other patrons, this is the hall for you. The owners are a delight and build personal aqantence with their guests. All the volunteers looking for sponsorship for their campaign are very friendly and a joy to be around. If you are looking for a bite to eat while enjoying the game the food is also exceptional and with a variety that pleases any craving. Paking is also vast and the hall itself is spacious. The line to get your packet is never long it moves swiftly thanks to the knowledgeable staff working the register. BINGO at the Bingo Oasis is worth the money towards the charity it goes to. It's a good way to support local school activities for the kids. This is my favorite bingo hall hands down.

Parking: Also easy to find a spot to park.

Kid-friendliness: Kids can play too ages 7+

Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp for wheelchair accessible.“