50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lake Mary

“Antoney and his lovely wife could not be more generous and gracious of spirit. You feel like you are truly in good hands with these two and it's awesome to see a restaurant know the true meaning of hospitality. The food is all made from scratch and is OUTSTANDING. This place is a hidden and rare gem.“

“We’ve been coming for lunch here for several years and the food is always fantastic! We are here most Sundays and Dylan always does a great job running around by himself. I would’ve given a 5 star review but poor Dylan could use some help on Sundays to reduce wait times and accuracy!“

“The food is always prepared perfectly. Chefs Tony and Ryan do an awesome job making sure everything is cooked to your liking. Annmarie and Amy make sure the customers are taken care of as far as drinks and service are concerned. Always friendly and accommodating. A very friendly atmosphere, great for a night out with friends or a date night.“

“Absolutely amazing. The customer service at the Lake Mary location was so great. Last week we wanted pizza and someone recommended Filomena’s to me so I ordered online. When I ordered it told me it would be delivered within an hour which was perfect. A few moments later I got a text message saying it was going to be 2 hours. Because of this I called to cancel and spoke with Justine. She was great and canceled the order for me. About 20 minutes later she called back to let me know that they deliver in house vs using DoorDash when using the website and that next time we should call to order to skip the third party. The fact that she called me back to tell me this is such great customer service. She needs to be given all the praise or a raise 👀🤣. Fast forward to tonight when I called to place a deliver order, she remembered me and was so great again. Even called the manager to see if they would deliver a little farther out of their radius. I seriously could not recommend you guys enough.“

“Food is fantastic. It’s a small place so you may have to wait for a little while, but I promise It’s worth the wait.“

“Awesome service. Great food. Best prices.“

“Absolutely phenomenal! This has got to be the BEST pizza I’ve had in ages. We stumbled upon this gem and completely fell in love. The menu may be short, but they excel in every single thing they serve—and I’d argue they do it better than anyone else out there. We kicked things off with the Burrata with white truffle oil and Prosciutto, and it was beyond delicious—a perfect start. Then came the pizzas: the Meat Lovers and Star Luca. Unreal! Every bite was bursting with flavor, and it’s hard to believe that each pizza could be as exceptional as the last. And just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, we ended the meal with the Nutella Pizza with Bananas. How is it even possible for every single item to be this amazing? But it’s not just the food; the atmosphere and staff elevate the experience to a whole new level. Katherine, our server, was outstanding. She made us feel completely at home and had spot-on recommendations for everything. We even got to meet Marco, who may be the owner or GM, and either way, he’s clearly got a gift for running an extraordinary establishment. This place has officially won us over—we’re not just fans; we’re now loyal customers for life!“

“Everything is made fresh and in-house with great quality ingredients. They have a nice market selection also for take-home items like fresh pasta and desserts.“

“Delicious and fresh classic Italian paired with amazing service is a win win!! We are always are greeted with a smile and welcoming vibe. Love this place so much!“

“Today we found this gem ! The food and staff are superb! Portions are big and delicious!!We found our new lunch spot!! Best Italian food we found in Florida!“

“The restaurant is in an interesting location in what appears to be an office building. That said, the atmosphere is upscale once you go inside. They have amazing drink selection. I got the hot honey pizza and it was amazing. Our server was Bella and she did a fantastic job. She made sure we did not run out of bread before our food arrived. She also did an amazing job ensuring our wine glass was not empty.“

“I have been craving chicken piccata, but too lazy to make it. I ordered directly through them for delivery and it arrived piping hot and perfect. I got it with added mushrooms and extra sauce and a side of the antipasto salad. It also came with garlic knots. The sauce was exactly how I wanted it. And the salad had the perfect amount of toppings and dressing. I called the order in and the woman that answered the phone was polite and helpful- as was the person who delivered it. I will definitely be visiting the restaurant in person, but can’t imagine it tasting better than it did delivered.“

“love Carrabba's...One of my favorite dishes there is the Chicken trio🤤...Their delicious Marsala sauce goes well with any protein...“

“I have visited this beautiful gem several times with the family. Stepping inside feels like entering a warm and welcoming space. Exploring the menu offers both highly-praised signature dishes and delicious specialty / traditional pizzas. The quality of ingredients is evident in every bite, delivering a truly outstanding flavor. The dedication of the family owners, coupled with amazing service, makes this a place people can always rely on for a delightful meal. You can’t go wrong with cafe paisano.“

“This is our favorite pizza! My son won’t eat pizza from anywhere else unless he has no choice. The staff is wonderful and manages to give it a small- business feel without compromising quality. We tell everyone about it to make sure they are supported.“

“We have had absolutely wonderful experiences when dining at Stefano's. The staff truly make you feel valued and welcome! The food is delicious and the portions are plentiful! We would definitely recommend Stefano's whether you are looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion or just looking for a scrumptious Italian meal at a restaurant that truly takes pride and care in their diners experience. 5 stars across the board!“

“Mila was our server and she was very kind, professional, efficient and poised. She took great care of our group. Our food…amazing. The servings were HUGE and flavorful. A big plus: Darryl (host) was so kind and fun as he volunteered to take many pics of our group in front of the ristorante. He and Mila are great ambassadors of your business. We will return. Grazie !! 🇮🇹“

“The chicken quesadilla was excellent. The chef clearly proud of his food. “These are the best quesadilla in town” he said. He’s 100% correct. I don’t usually like refried beans but these were really good. Same with the rice. The hot sauces are made in house. You can taste the freshness of the ingredients. The chicken was fresh abs tender. it’s more of a take out place but there are a few tables. I’ll be back….often.“

“Highly recommended. Great food and great service!“

“I usually get pizzas and calzones. Last night I actually tried their pasta dishes and let me tell you, their Alfredo sauce is addictive. I had the fettuccine Alfredo and it was the best I ever had hands down. It was decadence in pasta form.“

“Ok so i wanted a salad thinking that the Caprese salad was a salad but NO.
It was ok but not my favorite.

Chicken and shrimp Matriccianna pasta it was good. But i wanted Alfredo sauce.

Garlic bread was good

And the Beef soup“

“Kristin was a fantastic waitress. She took care with our order. All the food came out fresh and hot. The cooks served food that was outstanding and fresh. Thank You for an awesome dinner!!“

“Food was excellent tonight!! We did take-out“

“Very beautiful restaurant. Food was really good. However, I am an italian and have to say it was not entirely classic italian food. Most of it was not prepped the way I grew up with but I am a little biased. Food was decent. My wife liked it.“

“Came in for the first time last night. Service and food were phenomenal. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!“

“Good food, value and service!“

“My meal was fantastic but the cherry on the top was our server Taylor. She was absolutely marvelous. She’s an asset to your company. Hang onto her tightly. Don’t ever let her go. Everything was wonderful. We can’t wait to return. Thank you for a wonderful experience“

“Their are clearly mark take out and delivery. Do you feel the same way when you go papa johns or Dominos and there is no sitting.“

“We eat here at least once a week. The Gino's special pizza is our absolute favorite. The service is beyond description. Wanda, Karen, Jordan and the owner (I assume Gino) make us feel like we're in Cheers, where everybody knows your name. Its a neighborhood restaurant where you feel and are treated like family. We love this place. We usually sit at the bar and inevitably we meet wonderful people who make our meal that much more enjoyable. LOVE THIS PLACE.“

“We had a celebration for my folks’ 50th anniversary here and it was so great. We really enjoyed the food and the staff were some of the kindest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting.“

“Awesome food !“

“First time at this location. This is a true 5-star dining experience. A beautiful, clean restaurant. Was the VERY FIRST TIME that the breadsticks and Alfredo sauce had come out at the same time - at any other OG never had. Kiersten was our server and was great at checking in on us for additional salad or soup“

“Wonderful food, owners and staff! Calzones and the anti pasta are my favorites! keep up the great work!“

“Great dinner tonight. First time customer but it won’t be the last time. Great service and food.“

“A friend introduced me to this place and everything was delicious . I would recommend you to give it a try you won’t be disappointed . I can’t wait to go back !“

“Olive Garden is consistant with its offerings at various price ranges and menu options for those with dietary restrictions. I have never had a meal there i didn't enjoy, and I am a former resteranteur and a foodie! The noise level was low, allowing for good table conversation, although it wasn't too crowded today. Good ambiance. Our server was Daniel at our lunch today and he was excellent! Professional, attentive and welcoming. I look forward to my next meal there! Very good experience!“

“My experience here was absolutely amazing! Our server, Landon, was cool, funny, and always checking in to make sure everything was perfect. The food was incredible, and the portion sizes were unbelievable! Thank you for treating us like family.

Yours truly,
Don Pepperoni 🍕“

“Food is all homemade and delicious. Service is great!! Live music on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. What else can you ask for!!! ❤️“

“The best pizza and wings in town! Ask for the extra hot garlic wings, a m a z i n g!!! Deliveries are always fast and the drivers are always friendly!“

“I recommend everything there ! my son and I go there regularly. He loves the pizza and he says it’s the best in town. I go there for various things. I like their manicotti, salad minestrone soup and of course their pizza!“

“this place is great! never had a bad meal, my favorites are steamed shrimp and the baked ravioli! never had a bad server, but, Katey is our favorite!“

“It's Not The Water!!!! The staff (especially Kaitlin) were engaging, fun, and extremely helpful. As good as the staff is, the food is the Real Star. Recommended by the owner, I got the Grandma pizza with balsamic reduction, It Was Amazing. I also got a couple random slices from the front case, which were also Amazing! Both the Cheese steak and the Cheesecake were also Soooooo Good! Even though it was a bit of a drive to get there, this was an amazing experience and I 💯 recommend this place!!!“

“The best Italian food I have had in a very long time! Every bite was amazing!“

“The Staff is the best! They were accepting of the needs of the Customer. They went above and beyond. The food was delicious. We will definitely be back.“

“Hands down the best New York style hand tossed pie around! My buddy and I just got a large cheese and killed it in like 20 minutes.😁 Oh and definitely ask for a side of garlic oil, trust me!“

“I’m from New York and know good pizza I’ve been living in Orlando for over 30 years and tried several different pizza restaurants Torino’s is by far the best pizza place I’ve tasted in Orlando I won’t be going back to any other pizza restaurant but Torino’s from now on“

“The best tasting Italian pizza in Florida. Have been searching for many’s years since moving from New York City and I found my pizza!! Great service. Family and friendly oriented. Just like home.“

“Good food, great service, awesome atmosphere!“

“Came in for the first time last night. Service and food were phenomenal. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!“

“My husband and I travel down to Florida from South Jersey about four times a year to visit our son and his family. Tomasino’s is always our first take out choice. Great food and such friendly service, hard to beat that combo. Their cheesesteak subs are superb! Living a half an hour outside of Philadelphia, believe me when I tell you we know our cheesesteaks. Tomasino’s is just as good if not better than most places back home.

Frank & June“