50 Best Italian Restaurants near Buena Ventura Lakes

“All I could think about all day was a quick, classic New York slice, and Vittoria’s completely hit the spot! Quick service, amazing crust, and tasted like the real deal. Totally satisfied my craving—will definitely be back! al“

“Great Thanksgiving dinner experience while in Orlando. Jose was excellent!!!!“

“We always enjoy lunch at this I-Drive location. The food is delicious and May, our server, is always amazing. May is extremely attentive and personable. Good job Carrabbas and May! Can’t wait to go back.“

“Big rave to this restaurant. An honest mistake was made and a few items were missing from our Uber Eats delivery. I contacted the restaurant and they immediately admitted to the error. Their asst manager personally drove the missing items directly to our hotel and even threw in some free dessert! They went over and above to quickly address and fix the issues! Would highly recommend them and the food was great.“

“By far the freshest, tastiest, delicious hoagies in Kissimmee. There’s nothing remotely Italian down here and knowing I can get a taste of home here is a blessing. Friendly customer service, almond torrone and Manhattan Specials it’s my go to for lunch!“

“Food and service was wonderful! You have to try the cannoli! 10/10 recommend“

“Great service and quality food!“

“The food & service was excellent. We had a great chat with the owner, and she was so pleasant. Will definitely be back when we are in town.“

“Great food, great drinks and great service!“

“Visited Orlando for the weekend golfing at Bay Hill. Fresco's was recommended by the folks at the Lodge. Glad we stopped in for dinner. The food is excellent. It will be my goto on future Orlando visits.“

“Excellent service and food. We asked to be seated in the bar area as it was crowded Sunday lunch time. We ordered drinks and food. Sara gave excellent service and great conversation while waiting on everyone at the bar. I am a server and that is a big compliment from me. Kudos for hiring such great staff. I will visit this location again even though I have 2 that are closer.“

“The food was amazing! Staff was very welcoming and attentive. Highly recommend going if you’ve never been. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽“

“My husband and I ate here tonight. The service was superb, the food was delicious and authentic, the atmosphere was very welcoming. The best lasagna I’ve ever eaten! The drinks and appetizers were delicious. Our server was very helpful. We hope to come back on our trip this time, but certainly will come back the next trip. Highly recommend“

“Great service and quality food!“

“Amazing experience at Christini's! The pasta was delicious, but the service was truly outstanding. From the moment we walked in, the hostess, bartenders, servers, and managers were all so welcoming and attentive. You can absolutely see why they've been around for 40 years. Great food, exceptional service, and a beautiful dining experience!“

“Food was excellent, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the overall service was exceptional. Our server, Raul, was amazing—attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. He truly made our dining experience even better. Highly recommend!“

“Great pizza! Great wings! Great owner!“

“The food was on point and quick service made for a great time!!“

“They Best italiano fotos I loved si good“

“New york pizza at its finest!! I can't drive buy this place without stopping for at least a slice.even when i'm Not even hungry but the pizza just tastes so dammm good.😋 thank you to staff. Great hospitality😎👍“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Maggiano's Little Italy in Orlando on International Drive and it was an experience worth sharing. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly by the hostess, who promptly seated us at a cozy table that perfectly set the tone for the evening. The waitstaff was exceptional—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. They made sure our glasses were never empty and checked in just the right amount to ensure we had everything we needed without being intrusive. For the main course, we chose the Chicken Parmesan, which was cooked to perfection with a crispy exterior and tender, juicy chicken inside. The pasta was al dente, and the meat sauce was rich and savory. It was really enough for two people to share. To top it all off, they brought two plates of their famous lemon cookies to our table, to celebrate our third anniversary. Overall, our experience at Maggiano's was nothing short of excellent. The combination of outstanding service, a welcoming atmosphere, and delicious food made for a memorable evening. I highly recommend Maggiano's for anyone looking to enjoy a wonderful Italian meal with top-notch service.“

“The atmosphere was very lively with many booths and tables to choose from. Menu has everything from pizzas to sandwiches. Our waiter was very prompt and courteous with a smile on his face. Portion sizes are very good!“

“The food is amazing.The bartenders are friendly and efficient. My friends and I try to go at least once a month for happy hour .“

“We had a wonderful experience at Olive Garden! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and everything exceeded our expectations.

A special thank you to our server, Gabe, who made our visit even better. He was incredibly polite, attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the entire meal. He made sure we had everything we needed and always served us with a smile. His customer service was truly outstanding - 10/10!

Thank you, Gabe, for making our family feel so welcome. We will definitely be coming back.“

“We had our first experience dining at Cala Bella while staying at Shingle Creek in Orlando — and it was absolutely incredible! Although the restaurant was bustling, they kindly found us seats at the bar, where we had a front-row view of the kitchen. It was such a treat to watch Chef Kermary put the final touches on each dish with care and precision. Our server, Enidsha, was warm, attentive, and perfectly timed with everything. Manager Austin set the bar high with his professionalism and presence throughout the evening. But the true highlight of our evening was watching one of the cooks, Ante, work his magic on the grill. He noticed our interest and went out of his way to come chat with us. When we told him how much we enjoyed watching him prepare the octopus — and how we couldn’t wait to try it next time — he said, “Why wait?” Minutes later, we were savoring one of the best octopus dishes we’ve ever had. Sooo good! Huge thanks to the entire Cala Bella team for an unforgettable dining experience. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Really good Pizza, location could use an update.“

“The Stuffed Veal Chop is to die for. Excellent food and service. Our waiter was super nice. Forgot his name.“

“Peperoncino’s was absolutely amazing! The menu offered such a fantastic variety, and every dish was cooked to perfection. The desserts were a true delight, and the service couldn’t have been better. Our server, Daniel, was a joy—his menu descriptions were spot on and made the experience even more enjoyable. We can’t wait to come back, and I highly recommend you visit too!“

“Ordered the penne marinara — my first time trying Italian food — and it was actually really good! The staff member who helped me order was super friendly and even offered extra sauce if I needed it. I asked for something spicy, and he mentioned upfront that the pastas aren’t spicy but kindly gave me red chili flakes. Overall, good food and a nice experience!“

“We had an amazing experience at Flippers Pizzeria! The pizza was fresh, delicious, and perfectly cooked, but what really made our visit special was Viviana. She is so sweet, attentive, and took great care of us from start to finish. Her wonderful customer service made us feel right at home. We will definitely be coming back whenever we're in Orlando. Highly recommended!“

“we just ate at Emilio's. it was delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Amazing setting, music, and food. Everything is very presentable, and fresh.“

“We had lunch at this Olive Garden yesterday and had a wonderful experience. Our Server Connie was most welcoming and attentive. Also appreciated General Manager Frantz stopping by to ask how we were enjoying our meal and if there was anything we needed.“

“Food there is alway made to perfection Would highly recommend this place And the staff is very police and helpful as well“

“Best Italian on New York Ave“

“Awesome food , great service!“

“REAl NY NJ PIZZA plus everything else is made well. Place is also clean. You gotta go.“

“Delicious food made with care and heart. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. What makes this place even more special is their commitment to supporting the local community. It feels good to support a business that gives back while serving such great food. Highly recommend!“

“Love this place......server miss Linda is the best......“

“Came here with the kids and the place exceeded our expectations on all fronts! Eleni the manager came to speak to us which was lovely and made us feel really welcome Nikiliz (not sure I spelt the name correctly) provided brilliant service through the meal. Very attentive and helpful. I would highly recommend this restaurant- clearly ran by a committed team who are well led by the leadership team. Will be back before we leave Florida.“

“Absolutely great food. Had pizza one night that was very good and the BBQ burger was AMAZING! Good drinks and the staff was phenomenal. Ray and Manny are the best! Highly recommend it. Tons of choices and the bar area is great for socializing or watching the game.“

“I had a great time celebrating my moms retirement and her birthday! We saved something special to try for the end of our trip. We had pasta, a giant chicken Parm with a ricotta meatball as an appetizer and enjoyed a butter cake for dessert. Everyone worked as a team from our server, our red coat door dining host and the manager that made the cheese wheel magic!!! I loved the special way meals are made here. I don’t know if the truffle oil is for me I like a really creamy Alfredo, but the meat ball and chicken were so tasty. The portions were huge I would come back just to try something new :) Great staff! I love learning little tidbits of peoples lives and how they ended up where they are! Shout out to Thursdays team !!!“

“Love this place… perfect combination of atmosphere and great food.“

“The service was quick and the food was delicious! The guys working were super sweet and friendly. Best pizza we have had in a while!! Highly recommend. Listen to your server’s recommendations, we did and don’t regret it one bit!“

“First time there today and loved it! ❤️“

“Stopped by Antonio’s Pizza and had a really good experience. The pizza was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The service was also excellenteveryone was so friendly and welcoming.

Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to. Highly recommend if you’re looking for great pizza in the area!“

“Great food and great service , specials are always creative, very good seafood“

“Excellent service from upfront to server from beverage to appetizer to main course to dessert and that is how you know a restaurant is excellent 😁 I am writing this review because atmosphere cozy yet fancy makes you feel like family like how you can see the kitchen where chefs cook.“

“Had a great time with friends and great food.“

“Great people and great food made from scratch... Delicious“