30 Best Italian Restaurants near Chester

“Grano Arso is an absolute must-try! The food was unbelievably good, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. Lani, Chef Joel, and the entire staff truly know what they’re doing.

We started with the peaches and Nardello peppers, followed by the short rib, Toasted Rye Tagliatelle, and Rigatoni Bolognese. Everything was incredible and so well done. Easily one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time.

Hands down, you need to try this place. We will absolutely be back!“

“Went because of a Groupon we had but definitely will return for special occasions. Food was fantastic, staff friendly as can be. We sat at the bar and Chelsea was a dream!“

“Fantastic pizza! I'm pretty picky with pizza..I was impressed. service was great too! 👍🏼“

“Five professional motor cycle riders who eat in a lot of food at different stops were very satisfied. Great prices/ great quality/ good quantity/fast service/ great waitress/ clean modern seating and restrooms/ ample free parking. Its now on our favorite list. Thank you for serving us so well!!“

“Great food. We were 4 and ordered: Penne ala Vodka GREAT Carbonara GREAT Special Burger GREAT Meat Lovers Pizza PERFECT CRUST“

“Best penne alla vodka I’ve ever had. Gluten free option too! Great service as well. ❤️“

“Everything is great! Stop in and enjoy your lunch!“

“Love it so very much. Food is excellent“

“This restaurant is one we have come to love. Our server, Maggie, was absolutely wonderful — so attentive, kind, and very professional. She truly made our evening special. We started with the stuffed mushroom caps, artichoke hearts, and a Caprese salad, and all of the appetizers were outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. We had the filet of sole stuffed with crab and it was absolutely delicious. Allison had the lasagna with a Caesar salad and it was out of this world. The birthday girl had the manicotti with a Caesar salad, and she said it was transcendent. We finished the meal with pistachio and spumoni ice cream balls covered in chocolate, and of course the birthday girl had a slice of their amazing chocolate cake topped with a birthday candle with everyone singing Happy Birthday!!! It was the perfect ending to a wonderful evening. By the end of the night, the birthday girl was so happy with her meal that she kissed the chef — which really says it all. It was a truly lovely evening, and we can’t wait to come back.“

“Round 2 for Valentine's Day dinner... A completely new spot for us that DIDN'T disappoint.. Morina Restaurant for the win...Everything was amazing..The entire staff made us feel like family, the way a restaurant shouĺd be. The Garlic Rolls are to die for, and the awesome Chicken Parmesan with fresh made parpardelle pasta, and homemade sauce, & Jen's Greek Chicken wrap was PACKED with fresh grilled chicken & feta cheese & had killer fries. We will be back. Thank you to the whole Morina family.“

“Server was great and accommodating. Food was great! Will definitely visit again!“

“Great meal and service. Spacious and quiet.“

“My wife and I went to Brickside before the show at the Ivoryton Theater. We ordered a glass of wine and a draft beer and chose the Brickside pizza. It was fantastic! The crust, sauce and toppings were amazing and just as described. Pricing is reasonable, the atmosphere comfortable and the service was timely and friendly. We enjoyed the experience and made it to the show on time.“

“Excellent meal , perfect flavor and presentation, and generous portions“

“Came all the way from Ohio for some New Haven style pizza and this one didn't disappoint! Friendly staff and reasonably priced! Highly recommend!!!“

“My wife & I have been enjoying MANY weekday meals at TJ'S for more than several years. And I can honestly say that we have, not only enjoyed the food we ordered, but, more importantly, the caring and attentive staff that we have dealt with over those years. We could more highly recommend this restaurant as a place for you to enjoy a good meal!!“

“The best fried mozzarella! A true gem of a place. We love going to Corvo, the staff is well trained.“

“The staff is great and appear to know all their customers. Not only do they have great pizza but their seafood especially their clams are the best. The atmosphere is casual & is a great place if you want great food & friendly hospitality.“

“Love Maria’s-food always good including breakfast! The owners are always very sweet and service is excellent. A hidden gem in my opinion. Check it out, you won’t be disappointed 😋“

“This restaurant is my summer favorite. Awesome staff, awesome food and a wonderful view at Pilots Point Marina. Absolutely the best !“

“My family and I stopped here after a beach day yesterday. At first we were a little nervous because we were the only customers, but I’m so glad we stayed! (There were a number of people who did come in to pick up orders while we were there) There’s a small seating area inside along the wall and some tables with umbrellas outside. We got a party sized special for the four adults and chicken nuggets and a bacon burger for the kids. Both the kids’ entrees were delicious, especially the fries, which were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. But the pizza was the star! They kindly brought it out on two separate trays for us, so no one was stuck reaching over one another to grab more slices, and you definitely will be grabbing more! The crust was thin and crispy (but not like a cracker) with a little bit of a char on it. The top was loaded with toppings and the whole thing was delicious!!! I know the girls side each had three slices a piece, and I’m sure the guys side had just as many, and we were left with 6 slices to take home. I’m so sad this restaurant is so far from where I live, but it definitely has become our new place to eat after a beach day!“

“Everything was delicious as always yesterday for our superbowl party. Thank you so much!“

“Pasta Vita is one of my favorite places to grab a meal. I’ve honestly never had a bad dish there. Everything is fresh, delicious, and made with quality ingredients, while still feeling wholesome and not overly heavy.

I love that they rotate their menu every week, so there’s always something new to try. The prices are very reasonable for the quality, too. Whether you’re picking up dinner for yourself or feeding a family, you really can’t go wrong. It’s an absolute gold mine!“

“A little pricey , but you get what you pay for. The food is absolutely excellent!“

“Hand cut steaks and macaroni and cheese that’s better than homemade. Let them make lunch and you can grill dinner.😊“

“I am a big fan of B & W’s overall food quality especially the variety of salads, especially the tunafish & fruit. Met a woman from Branford who comes especially for their Broccoli & Tunasalad a ***** always fresh. The homemade dressings delish especially the Honey Lime my favorite. Yes standing in line is never easy but servers work very hard to keep up with food requests & always willing to make the selections exactly as requested. We on the Shoreline fortunate to have such a great place to order such a variety of home cooked food.“

“La Foresta is truly our go-to restaurant and holds a very special place in my heart. It’s where I got engaged and celebrated my bridal shower, and I couldn’t imagine better memories anywhere else! The staff is always professional, kind, and genuinely caring — they make every visit feel special. The food is consistently delicious, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Whether it’s a big celebration or just dinner out, La Foresta never disappoints.“

“We stopped in last minute before our Saturday night Goodspeed show and sat at the bar. The drinks were very well made and brought out promptly. We knew we did not have time for entrees and ordered the Eggplant Rollatini and Crab Cake special appetizers. They also were brought out promptly and were absolutely delicious and generous portions. We are looking forward to going back soon!

Follow up: We came back looking forward to another great meal. The drinks were still fantastic. We orders three appetizers and dessert. The Eggplant Rollatini which last time was fresh, delicious and generous this time felt like warmed over left overs and a smaller portion. The Brussels were good. The meatballs were good but felt like a small portion for $15. We were really bummed about the cheesecake for dessert, it was a very petite slice which we got to share and tasted like a frozen cheesecake maybe worth $6-8 but not $12. We might come back again but dialing back our expectations for the next visit.“

“Vero's never dissapoints! Best broccoli rabe pizza, amazing local farmed sausage, delicious dinners & oh my god the bread! Fabulous!“

“Stayed here for a family vacation the amenities were amazing they have a Starbucks inside of the spa and the spa itself was a treat to be there for it was a very relaxing place to spend a vacation I would recommend it to all my friends and family“