38 Best Italian Restaurants in Fort Myers

“We always enjoy the wine dinners!“

“March wine dinner “Crushing It” at Gulfcoast Carrabba’s was amazing! Our server Brenda was adorable, cute as a button, fun and efficient. Food prepared under the watchful eye of Chef Dustin was absolutely delicious, blackberry whipped ricotta was mouth-watering, the wine perfectly complimented the food and Eldon the Managing Partner created friendly casual atmosphere and made sure all guests felt valued and happy. We’ll definitely come back to another wine dinner at this location!“

“Four of us ate at 41 Bistro in Estero this evening. We all got something different, they were willing to make changes to our liking and all four meals were very good. Julia was our server and she along with Bella the robot gave us great service. Ally the owner came to our table and said he can adjust menu items for allergies just let him know. They also serve gluten free pasta and sauces. We will be back. Thank you for an enjoyable Tuesday evening.“

“Recommended by friends. Hidden treasure! We had an amazing dinner tonight with huge portions of authentic Italian food. Great service. So much personality in this restaurant. Highly recommend .... we will be back!“

“We always go here when we are in town. We absolutely loved our service tonight with James, our server. In addition to his amazing service and great personality, we truly enjoy the atmosphere and how friendly everyone is. This is such a well ran restaurant…forever our favorite Italian food here! ❤️“

“Lisa was so great! Awesome food and good atmosphere.“

“Fantastic dining experience!“

“Went there at least 20 times last year.because they have a point system. Today I asked them for my points .not even half the bill.they said they converted there point system so I dont have enough points to pay for this meal.asked to see the manager but was to busy so all the points I had last year doesn't count. This place is a rip off .offer u points then said they were lost.guess I'll find a better place where they are honest“

“Where do I begin... This establishment came highly recommended, and did not disappoint! Tajh was our server, greeted us immediately with a friendly smile, was very attentive, and knew the menu like the back of her hand. We sat at the bar, where you can see the food being prepared in the open kitchen concept. We started with an appetizer of calamari ~ grilled, not fried ~ complimented with mandolin vegetables and an amazing sauce. Then, we shared two of the entree's on the daily special menu: Braised short rib with calamarata pasta - it fell off the bone and melted in your mouth and mushroom ravioli with a brown butter sauce. Both dishes were bursting with flavor. Midway through dining, Chef Corricelli approached us to ask how our food was. He is clearly a passionate culinary expert. We finished with a delicious tiramisu for dessert - we were so full, but managed to finish every bite! We will be back, and highly recommend Osteria Celli!“

“First time to Fort Myers and had an amazing meal at Bruno's! Everything was excellent from the bread to dessert and the service was top notch. A memorable dinner - wish they would relocate to New York!“

“Just a great local Italian restaurant with great reasonably priced food plus a nice happy hour menu from 2:30-6:00. Clean location and very pleasant staff. Most portions are large enough to do a take a home box for lunch the following morning.“

“This review is regarding customer service. We visited this Olive Garden today for lunch. While we enjoyed our meals, it was the customer service we received from Lana & Chris that blew us away! They knew their menu and made great recommendations. They checked in with us regularly to see if we needed anything and replenished our beverages at the exact moment needed. My husband and I could actually see and hear Lana & Chris giving this same care and service to their other diners. We look forward to our next visit. (We did share our sentiments with the manager before we left the restaurant).“

“My girlfriend and I had an amazing experience at this authentic Italian restaurant. From the moment we walked in, the warm atmosphere made it feel like a hidden gem. The food was absolutely delicious, and you could really taste the freshness and care in every bite. The pasta was amazing and full of flavor. On top of that, our server Jamie was incredibly warm and welcoming, making us feel comfortable right away!“

“Definitely the best Italian restaurant! Everything was so delicious, everyone was absolutely amazing!!! Definitely will coming here more often.“

“The food was absolutely delicious and the service was great! Large portions and reasonable prices, too. I will most definitely eat here again.“

“Dining at Diana and Antonio’s restaurant truly feels like being transported straight to Italy. Knowing that they are from Florence makes perfect sense, because every detail — from the warmth of the hospitality to the authenticity of the flavors — reflects the heart and soul of real Italian dining. This isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience.

The eggplant Parmesan deserves special mention — it is genuinely one of the best versions I have ever had. Perfectly layered, thinly sliced, and full of rich, comforting flavor. Everything Antonio creates in the kitchen is amazing, crafted with the kind of care and passion you only find in true Italian cooking.

Diana’s gracious presence and welcoming spirit make you feel like a guest in their home rather than a customer in a restaurant. If you’ve ever dreamed of dining in Italy — this is the closest you can get without getting on a plane. A true gem! 🇮🇹🍷“

“Our server was Alex which is the owners daughter in law. She was an amazing. She told us we needed try their meatballs we told her we are super picky on meatballs but she said she makes them every week. We tried them and they are were one of the best we have ever had. All the entrees we had were so good ... we would definitely be back. The start karaoke every night around 9 which was fun. If looking for authentic Italian with a great menu check this place out.“

“My husband & I throughly enjoyed our time this evening!! Joanie & Paige were awesome!!. The food was excellent!! Thank you so much for a very nice experience Joine & Paige!!“

“Best Italian food in the Estero area. Their Italian dinners are exceptional & the portions are huge. This is an every day Italian restaurant which is family friendly. This isn't 5th ave. people, but the food is of the same quality. If you're looking for great traditional Italian food, try Nino's, you won't be disappointed.“

“We just ate there recently, and the food was delicious! The service was great, too. We thoroughly enjoyed it & will go back soon! Best Italian food around!“

“Awesome food but don’t pay in cash. They will short you if they don’t have change. They don’t seem to care that they shouldn’t do that and if they want to run a business they need change to run or say they only accept cards. There’s no policy written anywhere that they are going to short you if you can’t pay with exact change. This isn’t about pennies either because they have been doing this ever since they opened. You still need to eat there though because the food is great.“

“I had dinner last Tuesday with a large senior group. Everything was perfect with a a fine Italian singer who took requests and did a wonderful job of entertaining us through dinner. Loved it and definitely will be going back.“

“Loved everything . Food was really good loved the angle hair and sausage, it was a lot of food for being the smaller size. Our waitress Rachael was too much fun, she was ready joke with us as much as we did with her. A big shout out to Arlene who also was extra special and a really cheerful helper. Be nice to the whole staff, they work like crazy to take care of the crowds and get the food out quickly. I don’t think we as customers understand how stressful a job like that can be. Get your Oder ready, Enjoy your visit and delicious food😎“

“Had a great experience at Olive Garden! The food was fresh and delicious, and the atmosphere was very welcoming.
Special thanks to our server, Micurly — super friendly, attentive, and made our visit enjoyable. Will definitely be back!“

“Excellent meatballs, Cabernet, and service. Spaghetti was good, too.“

“Excellent garlic knots, salad and pizza!!! Thank you!“

“Oise Restaurant is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with elegance, luxury, and top-tier service. Every detail is impeccable. The drinks? Flawless. The food? Out of this world—each dish is crafted to perfection and bursting with flavor. It’s more than just a dinner; it’s a full-on five-star experience. The ambience is upscale yet inviting, and the staff treats you like royalty. Oise has officially become my new favorite spot!“

“Great place! Glad to be apart of the team.“

“10/10 We’re in from the Midwest and I gotta say it was a taste of home! As good as an original but better than most. We’ll be back next year 👌🏼“

“Not just the pizza, but literally everything we’ve had from Little Sicily has been amazing!! Joey & his team do a fantastic job. Best calamari I’ve ever tasted! Same goes for the bruschetta.“

“Best pizza, best pasta and best wings! A perfect restaurant!“

“Excellent food. The most authentic Italian food recipes. I highly recommend. It's our favorite restaurant.“

“Amazing food and top notch service!“

“Me and one of the owners of a company I work with stopped in randomly, I ordered the chicago beef sub and he ordered he chicken philly. Food came out in 5 minutes we ate every bite! I love places like this, if you’re in Fort Myers by Gladiolus Dr stop in to this place you will not be disappointed.“

“Just a couple tables available to sit at , but the pizza was delicious deep dish pepperoni and bacon. We enjoyed our dinner.“

“Don't be fooled because it's in a large mall. The dough is hand made each day, scratch. The marinara is genuinely Italian, light, slightly sweet tones and not over powered by any sort of "Italian" seasoning. Cheeses are fresh and fantastic. It has that NY pie joint feeling in SWFL. A hidden gem. Personal one bite challenge 8.1. Great pie!“

“Been coming here for a couple years now periodically. The staff is always friendly and, most importantly, the pizza is always really good!! Tanya was very kind and helped me figure out what I was trying to order even though I didn’t know the name lol. Thank you to the staff as always, and an extra special thank you to Tanya!! Keep up the great work guys!“

“The best Argentinean and Peruvian fine Cuisine! Come to celebrate with us any occasion! 4383 Colonial Blvd Ft Myers Fl 33967“