23 Best Italian Restaurants near Old Lyme

Sapore Pizzeria & Bar Pizza • $
163 Boston Post Rd, Old Lyme

Customers` Favorites

Prosciutto Di Parma Grinder
Crazy Pizza from the Owner
Margherita and Marinara
Shrimp Scampi Lunch
Eggplant Rollatini
Di Caprio Focaccia
Sicilian Pan Pizza
Buffalo Chicken
Italian Grinder
Sapore Cioppino

“The food is delicious! Better pasta than anything I’ve ordered at the casinos.The pizza is consistently good.The owners are very friendly and personable.Hanna is an excellent bartender.Happy to go and go again.Kid-friendliness: Family is all welcome.“

4.6 Superb49 Reviews
Alforno Trattoria • Bar • Pizza Italian • $$
1654 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 4.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tagliatelle Bolognese
Large Cheese Pizza
Our Famous Pizza
Napolitano Pizza
Fried Calamari
Key Lime Pie
Salads

“We visited Al Forno for Dinner and were Pleasantly Impressed by the Food, Service, Desserts right down to the Cappachinos !!Ben and his staff were Outstanding and we really enjoyed our evening, it was a very nice Food Experience and we will return with Friends and Family to share the same Nicely Done Ben !!!??“

4.8 Superb64 Reviews
Chambo’s Italian Deli Italian • $
83 Main St, Deep River - 7.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Sandwich
Chicken Parm
Antipasto
Meatball

“This deli is fabulous! We have had five different kinds of sandwiches from their menu, and they are spectacular! The pastrami on rye is to die for. I believe that is called the Manhattan. All of the Italian themed sandwiches are spectacular. Once we ordered the eggplant Parmesan special, which was a hot meal. It was enough for three meals! they do a terrific job and are such pleasant people. I would like to see them stay in business. If the weather is warm, they provide outdoor seating. They have recently added some breakfast items and are open from 7 AM to 3 PM.“

4.8 Superb52 Reviews

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Otto Pizza • $$
69 Main St, Chester - 8.63 miles

Customers` Favorites

Margarita Pizza with Stracciatella
Sausage and Roasted Red Peppers
Pepperoni Pizza
Cheese Pizza

“Absolutely the best pizza I have ever had, these guys and girls know their stuff, if you love pizza then go here to meet your pizza soul mate because you will be in heaven with the first bite...!!Kid-friendliness: We brought our grand child there his name is Otto and they gave him a free t shirt ...who does that these days ....?“

4.5 Superb72 Reviews
Brickside Pizza Pizza • $
104 Main St Unit C, Ivoryton - 6.21 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sausage and Onion Stuffed Bread
Pepperoni Pizza
Margherita Pizza

“In CT, we are so lucky to be blessed with a million great pizza options- Brickside Pizza is among them in this area for sure! Great little takeout spot with big flavors! We got the Sunday Dinner with meatballs, ricotta and sauce. We also tried the prosciutto arugula pie as well! They are stocked with plenty of fox on park sodas as well to grab on the way out!“

4.9 Superb29 Reviews
Saybrook Pizza & Restaurant Italian • $
1550 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 4.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

8 Philly Cheese Steak Grinder
Garlic Knots with Sauce
Slice of Cheese Pizza
Italian Wedding Soup
Slice Cheese Pizza
Slice of the Day
Lobster Ravioli
Pepperoni Pizza
Fried Calamari
Chicken Wings

“Well I went here initially because of reviews about the pizza, which panned out fantastically. It turns out the rest of the menu is amazing as well. Oki and his staff are fabulous, great chefs, and excellent hosts. Take a couple slices to go, or dine in for an amazing Italian seafood pasta. They've got tons of other dishes. Their garlic bread knots are also way way above average. Homemade Italian desserts, too.“

4.6 Superb61 Reviews
Old Saybrook Pizza Palace & Restaurant Pizza • $
1283 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 4.3 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fish & Chips Platter
Onion Rings and Pizza
Mediterranean Salad
Pepperoni Pizza
French Fries
Gyro Platter
Seafood
Pizzas
Clams
Soup

“I’d driven my 1M times and finally stopped. So glad I did…they serve an absolutely perfect Italian Grinder. The toasted sandwich was flavorful, crunchy and the know to add the lettuce after it comes out of the oven so it is not a soggy mess.I’m looking forward to going back.“

4.6 Superb57 Reviews
Rossa Negra Fine Dining • $$$
214 Flanders Rd, East Lyme - 6.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rossa Negra Shrimp and Scallops
Guillermo’S Rack of Lamb
Chesterfield Calamari
Crispy Fried Calamari
Chicken Paella Lunch
Colombian Empanadas
Rossa Negra Ribs
Duck Breast
Ossobuco
Flame

“What a gem! Really lovely experience and are shocked it wasn’t packed on a Sunday night. It’s a bit of a drive for us, but we will definitely be back.The atmosphere and service gave classy vibes. Tasty cocktails and appetizers. Loved the authenticity of flavors — had our first empanada! We ordered several things off the specials menu, and while my own steak wasn’t a particularly tender cut, there are certainly plenty of options to choose from. Locals are lucky to have this place! Just wish we had saved room for dessert…“

4.5 Superb111 Reviews
Sammy's Restaurant Italian •
1835 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook - 5.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Shrimp and Scallops over Truffle Risotto
Lobster Roll and French Fries
Pistachio Ice Cream Dessert
Baked Eggplant Rollatini
French Onion Soup
Fresh Warm Bread
Chicken Princess
Princess Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Chicken Wings

“Enjoyed a dinner out a week or so ago - having never been to Sammy's and hearing mixed reviews. We started with the fried calamari and it was excellent! Very crisp, including fried hot peppers mixed in and marinara dipping sauce and a terrific creamy concoction that were both very good. I had ordered the meatballs but they did not come and belief there was a misunderstanding as the service was excellent and the meatballs were not on my bill at the end.My Truffle Risotto was prepared beautifully with three juicy jumbo scallops half-submerged in the risotto - cooked perfectly. There were four shrimp, I think, and they seemed to be the 21-25 count size, also dunked in the risotto. These were not bad but were definitely overcooked. While I enjoyed my meal, I would not reorder it as the risotto was just too rich for my tastes but others might disagree. My wife enjoyed her grilled salmon and veggies very much and my son enjoyed is NY Strip which was cooked as ordered. He can be picky about his steaks and often when we order medium rare it is very rare but this was cooked perfectly.A nice touch, which seems to be disappearing from restaurants, was the salad that came with the entree. Mind you, this was a very small salad but it was just right and not expected. All in, including one drink and a couple of coffees at the end - the bill was about $120 - which we felt was very reasonable as compared with other area restaurants for similar orders. Again, the service was terrific from start to finish. We will definitely return.“

4.5 Superb102 Reviews
Charlie's Place Restaurant Family • $
26 W Main St, Niantic - 6.36 miles

Customers` Favorites

Turkey Club with Lettuce Tomato Bacon and Mayo Comes with Fries Slaw and Pickle
Crispy Parmesan Truffle Fries
California Turkey Wrap
Fried Chicken Dinner
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Fish and Chips
Smoked Wings 8
Greek Nachos
Gyro Platter
French Fries

“From the moment we walked into Charlie's place we knew we were going to have a good experience ...... the place looked nice , staff were all friendly, and the food was awesome! We will be going back soon, and if you're in the area go to Charlie's you won't be disappointed!“

4.5 Superb100 Reviews
il Pomod'Oro Restaurant & Pizzeria Italian • $$
117 Boston Post Rd, East Lyme - 7.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Homemade Pappardelle Alla Boscaiola
Warm Apple Crostata a La Mode
Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza
Roasted Sea Scallops
Plain Cheese Pizza
Roasted Chicken
Shrimp Gnocchi
Caesar Salad
Veal Parmesan
Pei Mussels

“Stopped by here randomly with my family (wife & 3 kids) on a trip from NY to Boston .. We ordered a large cheese pizza to go. We were eager to get home so we ate it in the car.. The pizza was excellent. We all loved it.. My wife & kids all claimed that it was the best pizza they've EVER had.. It might not have been the best pizza I've EVER had but it's in the top 5. I actually thought the pizza may have even been a little bit undercooked and it was still phenomenal.. My only gripe was that I didn't order 2 or 3 more pizzas for the road and leftovers. During the remaining hour and 45 minute trip from the restaurant to Boston all we talked about was how good that pizza was.. True story...*5-STARS*“

4.5 Superb92 Reviews
Luigi's Restaurant Italian • $$
1295 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 4.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Golden Fried Artichoke Hearts
Whole Clams over Linguine
Spaghetti with Sausages
6 Cheese Pasta Dish
Seafood Cannelloni
Fettuccini Alfredo
Pasta & Meatballs
Small Side Salad
Mussels Marinara
Fried Mozzarella

“Excellent food!!! Our waitress Gabriella was fantastic and the ambiance was relaxing and cozy. Loved my broiled Cod and Dans linguini with clam sauce was amazing. Can't recommend it higher. Just moved to town a couple months ago and already one of our “go to's”“

4.5 Superb81 Reviews
745 Osteria Italian • $$
745 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 3.15 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ricotta with Blueberries Dessert
Roasted Beet Carpaccio
Burrata E Prosciutto
Chicken Parmigiano
Rigatoni Bolognese
Eggplant Rollatini
Mussels Siciliano
Fried Artichokes
Margherita Pizza
Calabrian Shrimp

“This place is overall FABULOUS. I decided to grab a bite on a recent Thursday night around 7 pm bc I had read all the wonderful reviews. When I walked into the ristorante, there was a bevy of ppl throughout the establishment which was very encouraging. I asked the hostess if I could grab a seat at the bar & she quickly ushered me over. The bartender came over within a few mins & handed me a menu, poured me a glass of water & inquired about a drink order. I settled on a nice CA cab sauv which he poured immediately. The wine was delicious. It was Jam Cellars which I am not familiar with. I inquired with the bartender about items that people consistently love. He told me everything was great but the pizzas were fabulous. I ordered the Arugula & Proscuitto pizza. I was tempted to order an appetizer but I had a feeling the pizza would be plenty. As I was studying the decor is definitely modern with fantastic design & lighting. It used to be a casual soup, salad & sandwich place prior to this (a bit like Panera). It was busy & the dining room was bustling with staff & diners happily chatting away & enjoying their drinks & meals. Overall fabulous vibe & atmosphere. The music was low to medium & the conversation was the same. (I did not find it loud at all. It was a normal background noise). About 12-15 mins later, the pizza arrived hot from the oven. The presentation was fantastic. The fresh baby arugula was wilted over the hot cheese & the prosciutto was then layered on top of that & they used a really lovely flaked Parmesan over all of it. The dough WAS DIVINE. Freshly made, slightly airy with a slightly dense chew. I put a little cracked black pepper on top & YUM! DELISH!“

4.5 Superb62 Reviews
Castello of Niantic Italian • $$
11 E Pattagansett Rd, Niantic - 6.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Crescent Beach Calamari
Molten Chocolate Cake
Braised Short Ribs
Seafood Risotto
Short Rib Ragu
Chicken Wings
Cheese Pizza
House Salad
Lasagna
Cannoli

“We had a phenomenal experience here for dinner. The food was delicious and the prices were beyond reasonable. We had lasagna and stuffed flounder that were both great. And most of all, the service was amazing. Everybody was kind and welcoming, especially our server Kaitlyn, she was so kind and attentive.“

4.5 Superb41 Reviews
Sal's Pizza & Pasta Pizza • $
29 Spencer Plains Rd, Old Saybrook - 5.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Arancini Sicilian Rice Balls
Sausage and Meatball
Eggplant Rollatini
Sal's Works Pizza
Eggplant Parmesan
Calzone Classico
Margherita Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Insalata Mista
Garlic Bread

“Excellent service, the atmosphere so beautiful.Our calzone was more than enough for two(we brought home half of it).The soups were delicious, perfect for a cold winter day, 1) spinach and 2)lentil-barley.Definitely we'll go back one day!“

4.4 Superb49 Reviews
Fiore Pizzeria & Restaurant Pizza • $
210 Main St, Old Saybrook - 2.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

Eggplant Fiore
Garden Salad
Italian Combo
Clams Casino
Garlic Knots
Old Saybrook
Pizza

“Fiore pizza! Gets a recommendation from my humble taste buds without a question. The boys & I ordered a few pizzas for the big game Sunday and let me tell ya. sausage pizza, big crumbles of spicy Italian ween, ooowee gooey mozzarella cheese, and a well flavored red sauce felt like an appetizer. A chicken pesto pie(last times MP) with fresh red tomato slices, chicken, and a tart green pesto cream to complete the Christmas colorway. A pie so nice we had to order twice! And last, but by all means, not least. A mystery pie, to be unboxed with watering mouths and great excitement. The steaming pie was drizzled all over with tangy orange, sweet bbq brown, and a creamy white sauce. Freckled with diced bits of breaded chicken, this pizza was something to write home about! We HAD to call back and figure out what the delicacy contained. Described as a "special sauce" created by the chef, the crazy chicken chicken cwazy pizza was a top prospect of all the za I've had in my day. A return visit ABSOLUTELY! was my only thought when my full belly and I watched taylor swift and the chiefs take a win next to my rapidly rising rocket. Overal great experience and recommend to anyone in the area!“

4.4 Superb58 Reviews
TJ's Restaurant & Pizza Pizza • $
735 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 3.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Traditional Thin Crust Large
Chicken Caesar Salad
Shrimp Scampi Pizza
Gourmet Onion Rings
Sweet Potato Fries
Fried Clam Strips
Pepperoni Pizza
Garlic Knots
Sugar Knots
Garlic Bread

“No matter what time of day me and my family go into the restaurant it’s always super clean the staff are always friendly. Nick the owner is more than likely there he greats everyone makes sure everything is good with the food and etc. no matter what dish or pizza my family or I get it’s always outstanding always cooked perfect and amazing flavor“

4.4 Superb86 Reviews
Rustica Ristorante Italian • $$$
189 Middlesex Turnpike, Chester - 9.28 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bistecca Alla Griglia
Eggplant Appetizer
Salad of the Day
Ravioli Marinara
Rustica Salad
Torta Caprese
Veal Chop
Octopus
Risotto
Sauce

“Our servers were excellent, our drinks perfect and the food is exceptional. You can get half orders of most items on the menu which lets you try so many different dishes , this was something our server suggested and something we'll do in the future. Simple fresh ingredients and attention to detail make a dining experience at Rustica very special. We can't wait to go back!“

4.4 Superb133 Reviews
La Marea Ristorante Fine Dining • $$$
732 Middlesex Turnpike, Old Saybrook - 2.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Pappardelle with Sauted Eggplant
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina
Pizza Quattro Stagione
Linguine Alle Vongole
Butternut Squash Soup
Fettuccine Bolognese
Polipo Alla Griglia
Mousse Au Chocolat
Insalata Tricolore
Lasagnette Al Ragu

“This was not our first time at La Marea. It is one of our favorite restaurants. We are never disappointed in the quality of the food, including dessert. It is consistently excellent! The owners always visit customers at each table, which we really appreciate.“

4.4 Superb229 Reviews
Moravela's Pizzeria Pizza • $
139 Middlesex Turnpike, Chester - 8.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Steak and Cheese Calzone
Mozzarella Cheese Pizza
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Steak and Cheese Sub
Meat Lover’ S Pizza
Chicken Marsala
Buffalo Wings
Pick Up
Philly
Fries

“Food is excellent. We get a specially made pizza from here, and they always get it right. We take out a pizza from here at least every other week. But it is spacious inside and you can sit and eat at the many tables. Give this place a try. You just might like it.“

4.3 Superb46 Reviews
Pasta Vita Inc Italian • $$
225 Elm St, Old Saybrook - 3.44 miles

“Have been going to Pasta Vita for approx.20 years! I've never purchased a meal I didn't truly enjoy! Very consistent food quality...You can't replicate the salmon meals at home for what you pay! Fav's: Any salmon, shrimp, chicken, sides or beef prepared meals! Stromboli's (huge) for price point! Hi Rich, Lou and staff!!“

4.3 Superb63 Reviews
Grano Arso Italian • $$$
6 Main St, Chester - 8.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Potatoes
Pasta Bolognese
Wine Pairing
Duck Breast
Misticanza
Gnocchi
Fish

“All around fantastic! Cocktails were creative and not too sweet. Excellent wine selection. We had crispy potato for app which was amazing the excellent mushroom pasta dish and squid ink pasta dish. Service was great. We’ll definitely be back!Dietary restrictions: Delicious accommodation for allium allergy“

4.3 Superb356 Reviews
The Plum Tomato, East Lyme, CT Italian • $
10 Chesterfield Rd, East Lyme - 7.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

Whole Grown Up Grilled Cheese
Whole Vinny Sandwich
Whole Caesar Salami
1 2 Vinny Sandwich
1 2 Sammy the Bull
Chicken Parmesan
Classic Nachos
Whole Big Tuna
Extra Dressing
Big Tuna Salad

“While I was in East Lyme visiting I decided to try this place. It was actually really good and the service was pretty enjoyable as well. I ordered the plum ceaser and the pesto bread and both were super tasteful. Whoever is in the East Lyme area should most definitely try out The Plum Tomato!! :)))“

3.9 Good47 Reviews
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