22 Best Italian Restaurants in Lakeland

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  • Scarpa's Italian Restaurant 1833 East Edgewood Drive, Lakeland Italian · $$

    1 Scarpa's Italian Restaurant

    4.7 Superb 384 Reviews

    1833 East Edgewood Drive, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Seafood Pasta with Oil and Garlic
    • Lasagna with Meatballs
    • Seafood Fettuccine
    • Chicken Parmigiano

    “Best Chicken Marsala I’ve ever had!! ❤️. Tiramisu birthday surprise was fabulous! Great food and great service! ❤️”

  • Chef T's Garden Grill 1525 East Gary Road, Lakeland Italian · $$

    2 Chef T's Garden Grill

    4.8 Superb 173 Reviews

    1525 East Gary Road, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp
    • Crab Crusted Atlantic Cod
    • Southem Style Crab Cake
    • 4 Layer Chocolate Cake

    “I love finding new favorite places to eat in Lakeland. Chef T's did not disappoint. It's off the beaten path, a beautiful, charming early 1900s home. It's been open since 2008, how did I not know about it before! Loved the ambience, our server, Sam, the wine, the food, the tiramisu!”

  • Palace Southside 4780 South Florida avenue, Lake Miriam Drive, Lakeland Italian · $

    3 Palace Southside

    4.6 Superb 272 Reviews

    4780 South Florida avenue, Lake Miriam Drive, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp
    • Chicken or Veal Parmigiana
    • Bread and Marinara Sauce
    • Chicken Tortellini Soup

    “Palace Southside in Lakeland is an absolute gem for Italian food lovers! The Chicken Marsala was tender and flavorful with its rich mushroom sauce, the Rigatoni Bolognese tasted like it came straight out of an Italian kitchen, and the fresh salad and crispy bread were the perfect starters. The Toscana wine paired beautifully with our meal, and finishing off with their creamy tiramisu was the highlight of our evening. The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff made us feel right at home. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for authentic Italian cuisine and an unforgettable dining experience!”

  • Il Forno Italian Restaurant Southside 3615 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland Italian · $$

    4 Il Forno Italian Restaurant Southside

    4.5 Superb 426 Reviews

    3615 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Michele's Famous Pasta Fagioli Soup
    • Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp
    • Chicken Parmigiana with Pasta
    • Pepperoni Pizza Slice

    “Best Italian on North Side and great service also”

  • Il Forno Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria - Northside 6617 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland Italian · $$

    5 Il Forno Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria - Northside

    4.7 Superb 108 Reviews

    6617 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pepperoni Pizza
    • Chicken Marsala
    • Salads
    • Lazagna

    “We usually order sandwiches and pizza for take out, which is always delicious. Last night my husband and I decided to have our date night there and finally try the pasta. This place never fails. The food was amazing, especially the caprese burrata and panna cotta . I wish I could remember our servers name. She was the best server we've had anywhere in a long time. We will definitely be back!!!”

  • Primo's Pizzeria 1031 South Combee Road, Lakeland Italian · $

    6 Primo's Pizzeria

    4.4 Superb 256 Reviews

    1031 South Combee Road, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • 18 Pepperoni Pizza Extra Cheese
    • Chicago Style Shepherd's Pie
    • Extra Large Pizza 18 Inch
    • Chesse Steak Sandwich

    “First time here tonight - had chicken parm & and eggplant parm both are so good but the garlic knots were so soft and delicious!! we will definitely be back! Great service and great food is just what we were looking for!”

  • Carrabba's Italian Grill 4829 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland Italian · $$

    7 Carrabba's Italian Grill

    4.3 Superb 601 Reviews

    4829 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Four-Cheese & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
    • Chicken Marsala with Fettuccine Alfredo Side
    • Mama Mandola's Sicilian Chicken Soup
    • Chicken Bryan with Mashed Potatoes

    “Awesome Wine night ! Will def be back”

  • Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 3911 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland Italian · $$

    8 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

    4.3 Superb 512 Reviews

    3911 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken
    • Chicken Alfredo with Stella Artois
    • Endless Soup Salad & Bread Sticks
    • Chicken Parmigiana with Spaghetti

    “We ordered lasagna and fettuccine Alfredo for curbside pickup at lunch, along with soup and breadsticks. The fettuccine Alfredo was a good-sized portion, but I was disappointed when I opened the lasagna. The piece was only about 2 by 2 inches and half an inch tall. I called and spoke with Richard, the manager. He explained that I most likely received the last piece from the pan. He listened to my concerns and made things right, which I really appreciated. Thank you, Richard, for taking care of your customers”

  • Palace Pizza 114 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland Pizza · $

    9 Palace Pizza

    4.6 Superb 594 Reviews

    114 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Buffalo Chicken and Chicken Tomato
    • Famous Palace Pizza Garlic Knots
    • Small Individual Cannoli
    • Chicken Caesar Salad

    “The team there is very friendly and welcoming. My favorite pie slice is the Rustica it has pepperoni and ricotta cheese over a crispy dough. Tastes amazing, try it.”

  • Palace Italian Restaurant north 6120 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland Italian · $$

    10 Palace Italian Restaurant north

    4.3 Superb 364 Reviews

    6120 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Garlic Knots Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
    • Pepperoni Pizza Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
    • Spaghetti with Meatballs or Sausage
    • The Palace Supreme Pizza

    “Everything we ate, from the complimentary pitas and sunroasted tomatoes in oil, to the soup and salad, to the calazone, to the tiramisu, was delicious with generous portion sizes. Our waitress Emily was so attentive and delightful. Highly recommend!”

  • Romeo's Pizza & Pasta 2346 Griffin Road, Lakeland Italian · $

    11 Romeo's Pizza & Pasta

    4.3 Superb 365 Reviews

    2346 Griffin Road, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti
    • Pepperoni or One Topping
    • Spaghetti with Meatballs
    • Chicken Parmigiana Style

    “Great pizza we will definitely be back . Thank you”

  • Bay Street Bistro 211 East Bay Street, Lakeland French · $$$

    12 Bay Street Bistro

    4.6 Superb 419 Reviews

    211 East Bay Street, Lakeland

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Two Layer Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
    • Tomato Bisque and Pumpkin Soup
    • Tomato Soup and Caprese Salad
    • Bronzed Black Grouper

    “Bay Street Bistro is one of the best kept secrets in Lakeland FL. The food and service is top notch. We have been a few times and every time we go we are more than 100% satisfied.”

  • lakeland catering 6120 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland Italian · $$

    13 lakeland catering

    4.0 Good 36 Reviews

    6120 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “I'm vegan and the staff does a great job making sure there's no dairy or meat in my food. I've been here multiple times and have introduced several of my friends to this restaurant and they all really like it. I usually get the minestrone soup and pasta primavera, but they have this delicious bread and red pepper/oil dipping sauce. I feel like I could just go there and drink some wine and fill up on the bread! They also have a great wine menu. My boyfriend loves the chicken marsala. Highly recommended! I'll be back again the next time I'm in the area :)”

  • Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1340 Lakeside Village Circle, Lakeland Italian · $$

    14 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

    4.1 Good 477 Reviews

    1340 Lakeside Village Circle, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Never Ending Dipping Sauces for Breadsticks
    • Olive Garden Fettuccine Alfredo
    • Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi
    • Salad with Italian Dressing

    “We had the best experience here. As a mom of a child with food allergies, they were very attentive and caring with the preparation of the food. The manager was extremely friendly and professional, and the server was one of the best we have ever had. He was constantly checking on us and going above and beyond to make our experience the best it could be. The food was also delicious! Highly recommend!”

  • Bedda pizza 6595 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland Pizza

    15 Bedda pizza

    4.8 Superb 69 Reviews

    6595 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland

    Customers’ favorites

    • Baked Ziti with Ricotta Lu
    • Plain Cheese Pizza
    • Italian

    “Sabores increíbles La atención al cliente al 10000000%”

  • Pizzeria Valdiano 1610 Town Center Drive, Lakeland Italian · $

    16 Pizzeria Valdiano

    4.0 Good 285 Reviews

    1610 Town Center Drive, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pepperoni Pizzaand Veggie Slice
    • Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
    • Quattro Formaggi Pizza Slice
    • Gluten-Free Pepperoni Pizza

    “I hate to be the customer that comes in 10 minutes before close. I was accidentally that person they were still so helpful and accommodating and I got hot pizza and wonderful service. The management and the workers were all very very helpful.”

  • Jet's Pizza 3234 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland Pizza · $

    17 Jet's Pizza

    4.4 Superb 297 Reviews

    3234 Florida Avenue South, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • blt Thin Crust Pizza Spezial
    • Heart Shaped Pepperoni Pizza
    • Chicken Bacon Ranch
    • Triple-Roni Pizza

    “always great pizza ! and the turbo crust is awesome!”

  • MJ's Pizza & Wings 1747 East Edgewood Drive, Lakeland Pizza · $

    18 MJ's Pizza & Wings

    4.3 Superb 107 Reviews

    1747 East Edgewood Drive, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Calzone with Sausage and Pepperoni
    • 12 99 Special XL Cheese Pizza
    • Medium Pepperoni Pizza
    • Slice of Chesse Pizza

    “Everything‘s good I love their wings and pizzas”

  • Ciao Bella Pizza & Pasta 5369 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland Pizza · $

    19 Ciao Bella Pizza & Pasta

    4.2 Good 344 Reviews

    5369 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Extra Large Pepperoni Pizza
    • Linguine Ciao Bella
    • Side of Red Sauce
    • Margherita Pizza

    “My boyfriend and I went to Ciao Bella for dinner. Nikki was our waitress. She has a fantastic personality and made the evening lots of fun! We ordered the meat lover pizza and it was great, the sauce was wonderful.”

  • Lakeland Stadium Pizza and Italian Grill 1035 East County Rd 540A, Lakeland Pizza · $

    20 Lakeland Stadium Pizza and Italian Grill

    3.7 Good 181 Reviews

    1035 East County Rd 540A, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Ham and Cheese Calzone
    • Large Pepperoni Pizza
    • Garlic Knots
    • Cheese Pizza

    “There boneless wings are the best and the fires omg the best thing you could ask for nice cheap meal for two people love it here love the service takes a little for the food but comes out hot and fresh”

  • Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs 2740 US-92, Lakeland Pizza · $

    21 Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs

    3.7 Good 212 Reviews

    2740 US-92, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger
    • Pizza Deluxe Sub
    • Pepperoni Pizza
    • Chicken Caesar

    “I've been to Hungry Howie's just once. This review is almost a year late. This was one of the few if not only place open the day after hurricane Milton passed (2024). Stopped here while returning to Tampa. The workers here provided fast and courteous service. The pizza and cheese bread were good. Many thanks to those workers who came in the day after the hurricane 🌀”

  • Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs 5357 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland Pizza · $

    22 Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs

    3.4 Good 137 Reviews

    5357 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Terribles Trashing Burns Cheese Pizza
    • Buffalo Howie Wings
    • Chicken Bacon Ranch
    • Steak & Cheese Mess

    “My experience at this pizza restaurant was very enjoyable, mainly because of the freshness and quality of ingredients. I ordered a vegetarian pizza and was happy with how fresh everything tasted. The vegetables were crisp and not overcooked, which made a big difference in flavor. The cheese was evenly spread and melted perfectly across the crust. The base was soft inside with a light crunch on the outside, making it very satisfying. The staff was polite and attentive, helping with menu suggestions and ensuring quick service. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable atmosphere for dining in. I also liked the portion size, which was enough to feel full without being too heavy. Overall, it’s a place I would definitely return to again.”

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