50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lake Mary

“This is my absolute new favorite if you are anywhere near Lake Mary or the Orlando area. We ordered three appetizers. Had wine and cocktails and everything was delectable. The service was beyond amazing and the staff made us feel like family. I am usually extremely picky and always find at least one fault….i could not find one and this place. It makes me want to move to Florida. I can’t wait to go back!“

“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.“

“I have tried this place a few times. The pizza is ok. There are a few specialty pizzas that are absolutely delicious. Everyone is very nice. But I just have a very hard time understanding how they can change so much money for pizza.
Pizza is better and. Cheaper in NY. Fix your prices and maybe you may get some more customers.

We had 4 people and they brought out 1 persons food 15 min before our pizza was ready. All food should come out the same time hot and fresh.“

“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!“

“In town for a business event and happened to find this gem of a restaurant. I was lucky to be seated quickly because 85% of the tables were reserved. The staff was the most friendly and eager to please. Alexa in particular was dealing with some rather demanding customers, and she did it with a smile and grace. The six formaggi pizza was one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had- the crust was stuffed with ricotta and I was in heaven. The Gorgonzola was a very forward flavor, so if bleu cheeses aren’t your favorite I’d make the pizza a five formaggi instead. The chocolate mousse was also light and delicate. I will go out of my way to return on future trips to the area.“

“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!“

“love the food and the staff I recommend highly to everyone ❤️ always a great meal and love the owners truly the best !“

“We had my sister’s college graduation dinner/party here and we had the best server, Nick!! The room was nicely set up and the service was incredible. Nick welcomed us like family, he was funny, energetic, engaging, and very helpful with our large party (26 people) even after having a long day. Also he served our party all by himself! The food was delicious and came out in a timely manner and it was all correct. The drinks and bread came out so quick and the refills kept coming (I think I drank at least 6 diet cokes and so much bread) all thanks to Nick! This dinner was amazing and a great memory and way to celebrate my sister. Thanks Carrabba and Nick! Can’t wait to have another party here!“

“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.“

“I am a regular now, coming here at least once a week. Why? Quality ingredients, well prepared and smooth service. I like to eat low carb normally, but eat here to “carb up” for my long Saturday group bicycle ride. Mama mia! What a treasure has here in Salvatore’s depth of knowledge of cuisine.“

“Excellent food and drinks! Amazing pasta and traditional Italian dishes. Great wine and liquor... Brandon was an excellent server and manager, very professional & knowledgeable....“

“Get to Cafe Paisano immediately! My wife, daughter, and I found Cafe Paisano while we were staying in Longwood on vacation. I had already eaten, they got some takeout, and when I tasted the food, I knew we would be headed back before we left. Cafe Paisano is a smaller, cute place with indoor and outdoor seating. We brought 12 people and they were happy to accommodate us in no time. Our group ordered a variety of entrees and EVERYONE loved their meal. Pizza, lasagna, pasta, everyone was happy and the portions were large. Our server was a young lady, but she was amazing! She handled our large, rowdy group very well with the skill of someone who had been serving for decades. She is probably the best server I have ever had. Upon arriving and before leaving I spoke briefly with the owner and he makes you feel right at home. Living close to New Orleans, it's hard to find a restaurant that will beat our favorite places in the city, but this little spot right here is an absolute hidden gem. Whenever I am in Orlando I will be stopping in to dine with these great people. Longwood is lucky to have them.“

“5 stars. Had 2 pizzas, wings, calamari, lobster bisque, chicken parm and ceaser salad. Everything was on point!!! Really fair prices and great portions. I can’t wait to come back. Our server Brinson was ON POINT, as well. Highly recommend“

“DINNER REVIEW: LIL VINNY’S PIZZA 2200 Winter Springs Blvd Oviedo, FL 32765 I moved away from Oviedo for a few years, and during my somewhat lonely time living at the beach I decided to write restaurant reviews for every beachside restaurant in Flagler County. Now that I’m back home, I decided to continue writing reviews of the places I eat in Central Florida. For the first time in my life, I have a job where I can walk to nearby restaurants on my lunch break—and Lil Vinny’s Pizza and Pasta is just around the corner. I know real locals hate when Northern transplants talk about missing the pizza we grew up with—but the good news is, the pizza at Lil Vinny’s does remind me of New York pizza—it’s absolutely delicious. Also, I’ve lived in the South since the nineties so I’ll say whatever i want. I didn’t want to write a review that just says “the pizza is good,” so I expanded my menu exploration and tried their cold Italian sub. I’m even pickier about subs than I am about pizza, but this one passed the test. It contained ham, salami, prosciutto, and provolone cheese topped with lettuce, tomato, and onions. I cheated a little bit because I took it home and added the cherry pepper relish I pretend to import from Philly but actually buy in the condiment section of Publix. Anyway, the sandwich is just about perfect and the best part about it is how fresh their rolls taste. Anyone can throw a salad on some deli meat and call it an Italian sub—but it takes attention to detail to get the bread right, and Vinny nails it. Sunday night I went wild and treated myself to a meat lover’s Stromboli—and maybe I said “with extra cheese” when i placed my order—and it was by far the best decision of my three day weekend. Their Stromboli is probably not meant for a single guy to eat alone, and so let’s pretend I cut it into three parts and savored it for several different meals. It was FANTASTIC. I went to the gym afterward maybe. Lil Vinny’s is the perfect hometown pizza place, where the servers know many of the customers by name, where teenagers want to go after the game, and where families push three tables together and order a ton of food to share. I ordered a stack of pizzas to treat my students during a long rehearsal at OHS, and the boss delivered them himself and refused a tip. “It’s for the kids,” he said. Lil Vinny’s knows how to make you feel welcome in your own hometown.“

“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!!“

“First tume customer, will definitely return. I am from Ct and this is the first Italian Restaurant with my kind of sauce! I ordered a calzone and tried the meat sauce. ❤️
Looking over the menu and it looks authentic to me. Can't wait to try a few dishes. Had lunch delivered today, came very quickly, appreciated that also. In addition to a very friendly driver 😊
(The prices are definitely good)
Thank you
Panuzzo's“

“We love Stefanos. We have never had a bad dish and the service is always on point. They’re amazing at accommodating large groups. Stefanos is my very picky Italian mom’s favorite spots to hit when she visits. :)“

“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 !! 🇮🇹“

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

“We have been customers of Carrabba’s for over 25 years, but unfortunately, the lasagna at the Sanford location has changed. Our recent order arrived with almost no pasta, mostly cheese and sauce. The manager kindly replaced it and offered a discount, which we appreciated, but the second lasagna still only had one layer of pasta. This is not about compensation — it’s about consistency and quality. We hope Carrabba’s brings back the lasagna quality we have enjoyed for many years.“

“The food was amazing and Alberto was the person who help me navigate a the info there and was really useful.“

“Highly recommended. Great food and great service!“

“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.“

“fast service, excellent sauce, pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff. A+++“

“Awesome food !“

“Good food, value and service!“

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

“I had an outstanding experience at the Olive Garden in Altamonte Springs. From the moment we arrived, the service, food, and atmosphere were excellent. A special thank you to Jose Gutierrez, whose leadership clearly shows throughout the restaurant. He was professional, attentive, and made sure every guest felt welcomed and valued.
The staff was friendly, the food was fresh and delicious, and everything was handled with care and efficiency. It's refreshing to see a manager so committed to providing a great dining experience. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend this location to anyone looking for exceptional service and a wonderful meal.
Thank you, Jose, and the entire team, for a fantastic 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.“

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

“I used to go to the Olive Garden on Colonial, but this location is now my absolute favorite. The difference is night and day! The food tastes so much fresher, the atmosphere looks spectacular, and the service is on a whole different level. Everything was perfect from start to finish. I will definitely be coming back! Thank you Hailey great service.“

“I’ve gotta give a shoutout to Broadways — I ordered takeout and every single thing was incredible. The baked ziti was packed with flavor, the meatballs were delicious, and the homestyle garlic bread was absolutely on point. Everything arrived hot, fresh, and perfectly made. Thanks, Broadways!“

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

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

“Amazing pizza today! Thank you from The Artistic Hand Gallery!“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“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“

“Growing up in Trenton NJ I had amazing pizza. Since I been down here in Florida haven’t found good pizza till tonight. I closed my eyes and felt like I was home. Highly recommend this place. This is now my go to pizza restaurant.“

“Good food, great service, awesome atmosphere!“

“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 !“

“Absolutely FANTASTIC pizza place - the pizza and pasta are incredible, the owners and staff are very friendly…I’ve still got a deep loyalty for NY-style pizza, but after this, their Chicago-style thin-crust has made me a convert for LIFE.

Great for carry-out, it travels well, but do yourself a favor and eat there - as I said, the staff is super friendly, and the food hot out of the kitchen is to DIE for. 5 stars!“

“We've ordered here a few times and never had a bad experience. Food is consistently delicious, portions are super generous, and the service is wonderful! They also have really good lunch specials that are affordable and big enough to share.“

“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!“