50 Best Italian Restaurants near Newington

“Food is amazing, everything on the menu is delicious“

“First time experience the other day; was seated promptly and tended to immediately, despite the restaurant being crowded. Food and drinks were served quickly, and everything in my order was hot and delicious. Highly recommended.“

“Great food and incredible portions! Our server Christina was outstanding! Highly recommend!!“

“Elm Hill Pizza is the best!! I grew up in Newington and now live in Texas. I’ve never found pizza that even comes close to their quality and every Connecticut visit includes Elm Hill Pizza.“

“I’ve now been to Casadoro three times, and this latest visit was hands-down the best yet! This place has quickly become one of my favorite spots for Italian-American comfort food with a fresh twist. Great happy hour.The new bean and garlic dip is an absolute standout—creamy, garlicky, and loaded with herb flavor. Paired with their warm, homemade bread. We also got the Bianca pizza with shallots. The sweet caramelized shallots combined with the creamy base and crispy crust made it incredibly tasty and unique. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Casadoro nails that cozy yet elevated vibe, and the food quality keeps impressing me more each time. Highly recommend for date nights, happy hour hangs, or just a delicious Italian meal. We’ll definitely be back soon—can’t wait to try more from the menu!“

“We ordered our Thanksgiving Day meal from Italian Gourmet Deli and it was FANTASTIC! We have previously ordered catering from them and have never been disappointed. Their food is always delicious, plentiful and nicely packaged for easily heating it up with the instructions included. The staff is friendly and efficient. Looking forward to seeing their New Year’s Eve menu!“

“place slaps. crunchy is recommended.“

“Awesome service, food, atmosphere, and hospitality. Classy and comfortable place to eat top notch Italian. The cheesy garlic bread is incredible. Can’t wait to visit again! Owner is so kind!“

“the food and the service were absolutely perfect in every way. I could not have chosen a more perfect spot for date night.“

“food was delicious waitress seemed a bit out of it.“

“Always delicious food with great service!“

“Great service and awesome food!“

“What a great restaurant with top notch service and amazing Italian food! perfect for a date night , we both enjoyed everything about Bricco! Can't wait to come back! Exceptional! 👌🏻“

“Everything great in this place . Thank you Allegro“

“Amazing food and friendly and attentive service! Anything we have tried here has been amazing. Always support local!“

“I attended a baby shower there and it was delicious and the the staff and the manager couldn't have been nicer . The garlic cheese bread was delicious and the sweet potato ravioli was second to none. The whole meal was 5 star worthy. Can't wait to go back !“

“Stuffed mushrooms are to die for piazza also chicken wings a bit overcooked sauce was great tho also our driver was so concerned that something had happened to our order (he had gone over some speed bumps) that he would not leave until we checked the order we love this place and would definitely order again“

“Best pizza, customer service is amazing. The owner is amazing very personable. I’ve been going here for over 13 years and still The only pizza place to brings home to my heart coming from NY!!!! Plus all the other options Are freaking amazing!!!!“

“Planned a buffet for thirty people. Owner was great to work with. Food was delicious. Dining room was set up nicely. Perfect family affair.“

“Amazing nice place and food delicious 🤤“

“I can believe we didn’t try this amazing restaurant until tonight. I can’t say enough about the excellent service and attention paid to our party. Top notch recommendations made for the best tasting meal I have had in a long time. We will enjoy this fantastic place many times in the future as our staple for high quality and superb food. Thank you for the exceptional evening and we look forward to joining you again in the very near future!“

“We had a delicious holiday luncheon in one of the private rooms today. The set up was great-big rectangle where we could all see each other and the service was amazing. The food was outstanding! Looking forward to going back!“

“When on a recommendation from a friend. Food and service were fantastic. Portions over the top. We will be back.“

“Great food and so clean!!“

“Sfogliatelle! They offer it frozen! Get it, pop it in your air fryer until golden brown and enjoy feeling like you are in heaven. It’s filled fully with great quality cheese and orange peel. It’s frozen so you can keep it on hand and feel free to lie to your friends that you made it. Best enjoyed alone with a cup of coffee on a quiet morning.“

“Ordered a meatball sub with hot peppers and mozzarella. The meatball were delicious! The best! I can not day one bad thing about this place. This was our first time here and we will be back! And the staff were great and treated us like family. They hit it out of the ballpark ! Mangia!“

“I tried Pizzeria Da Vinci in Avon and it was the kind of easy pizza night that hits just right. The pizza tasted fresh, the crust had a nice bite, and everything felt simple in the best way. I’d definitely go back when I’m craving a good slice or a casual meal.“

“Hosted our Holiday Party here, amazing atmosphere, food & music!! Holly & Carmine are the best! Check them out ♥️“

“food was amazing and big portions. waitress was nice and did not interupt every five mins...i have been going to the one i middletown over 20 yrs. do yourself a favor and try this place out. going back for lunch today“

“Delicious garlic knots, food and wonderful service. reasonable prices. wonderful atmosphere.“

“Highly recommend to eat at this place!“

“Just perfect 🤩 Nothing beats Villa Mulino from the start to the end“

“Last night was my first time at Portobello Restaurant and as a local HS Culinary teacher, this spot is INCREDIBLE. Although small, the atmosphere is cozy with top tier hospitality. And the food? SO flavorful and FRESH! My Chicken Alla Casa was everything I wanted and more! Looking forward to going back soon!“

“Great food and cocktails with excellent service 😍🤗“

“This restaurant is my absolute favorite restaurant. The pork Milanese is fantastic“

“Carmela’s ravioli, pasta and sauce are amazing. It’s just the homemade flavor you’re craving. We get her pastas every year for Christmas dinner and buy it all year long as well. Once you eat from her shop you will surely be back for more!“

“Wow !!! A group of 4 of us were traveling through the area and needed a good place for Dinner …We called and made a reservation , the owner Al was very personable on the phone .We arrived for dinner and he had our name on table , and he introduced himself …We had a couple of beers while he explained the menu to us ….we Decided on a couple of appetizers and also a small pizza to sample before ordering our dinner . The appetizers arrived and were very good, but the star of the show was definitely the pizza , so much flavor … the crust was to die for light and airy and so much crunch in the crust !!!! Next was the Dinner - Chicken Francaise , Chicken Parm , Chicken Marsala , Fettuccini Carbonaro .All meals arrived hot and were Delicious …We also got to meets Al’s Daughter who was very personable just like her Father ….We wished we had this Restaurant in our community . Give this Restaurant a shot , you won’t regret it . Thank you“

“I was there last night with my family I came from Florida a few days ago and went to ct to see my brother that goes there all the time with his wife and I may say it was amazing service and all 🙏🏻😊“

“Hosted my daughter's baby shower here, and I only have praise and respect for the whole staff. They were easy to work with, and the service and food were exceptional. All the guests complimented the amazing food, and the staff was very responsive and attentive. I highly recommend Elizabeth's.“

“MY FAMILY BROUGHT ME TO DINNER FRIDAY 3/29 AND I WAS IMPRESSED WITH THE SERVICE, TIMING OF FOOD AND ATMOSPHERE. I WAS A LITTLE DISSAPPOINTED IN THE SCALLOP ENTREE THAT STATED SEA SCALLOPS AND I RECEIVED 5 QUARTER SIZED SCALLOPS THAT SEEMED THIN FOR SEA SCALLOPS. I WAS A BIT UNDERWHELMED IN PORTION BUT COOKED PERFECT! A VERY NICE EXPERIENCE. WILL RETURN.“

“Love this place, perfect lunch spot while working on the road. The steak sandwich.It is quite different from most places. This is not shaved steak, but cut very thinly. They roast your own peppers, which are excellent. There veal cutlet is also very good. They offer hot plates throughout the week that changes every day. It's a very authentic italian deli“

“El servicio es excelente; Ángel es como su nombre, me encantó, unas atenciones formidables.“

“This is a lovely must try restaurant with a large separate bar area , indoor dining and an outdoor deck with tables overlooking a lake.The food was so delicious and plentiful. Our waitress was very efficient and friendly which added to our wonderful evening.“

“We went for an early dinner Saturday afternoon our anniversary. Our server was Lance and he was fantastic. We really enjoyed our meals including the rum cake for dessert we go again in a heartbeat.“

“Excellent food, friendly staff, and great service.“

“Excellent Excellent!!!! My 1st time yesterday,, crust not thin just right,,, friendly people, atmosphere, had my 2 dirty martinis. Also good selection,,,, I will be back!!!!! & my husband ate it,, he like meat but he didn't complain,, servers are wonderdul,, I like Lunas,, I walked in there first, I enjoy Lunas to,,, but they both have 35 address,, enjoy!!“

“Our waitress was amazing. She was the bartender and the waitress. She was busy for being 1 person and she held it all together flawlessly.
P.s. my son lost his first tooth tonight while eating his delicious pizza.
Thank you to everyone including the cook!“

“I. just herd from friend of mine that Nardellis reopened in middletown so we take a ride to see what they got I was very impress by how much verity they have in there deli case stuff where very friendly I got stake and cheese grinder and potato salad wow stake was amazing bread was very fresh potato salad was delicious it taste so fresh I will differently go back again“

“Great food perfect place for a family reunion“

“Impressed with the pizza last night which had the freshest toppings and pizza sauce. Crust perfectly cooked.“