50 Best Italian Restaurants near Maitland

“Anything on this menu is ridiculously tasteful, has an amazing presentation and flavor, is made with love, and priced extremely fair! Leftovers for days and you can tell the Chef is the owner. Flawless! Hands down there is not a better tasting or better run Italian restaurant is the entire Central Florida area and possibly the State!“

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

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

“Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza Lake Mary offers an upscale pizza dining experience with unique pizzas and great flavors. The pizzas are meticulously prepared from fresh ingredients, with a thin, crispy crust and rich toppings, creating an unforgettable delicious meal. The restaurant space is cozy, modern style, and the service is fast and friendly. If you love pizza, Mister O1 is the ideal destination to enjoy creative and flavorful pizzas.“

“The best Italian restaurant in central Florida!“

“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!“

“Just left there for my first visit and I found it to be slightful. My windiw seat was perfect, the jazz music , the cheese playecwas lovelybandvour waiter Leah was so carefulbtokeep us hapoy and cared for. I will be back very soon“

“I stopped by because I could smell how good the food was walking to Publix, Jay helped me find a perfect late night meal.He is the kindest person and understands the menu and its pairing very well! Jay provided excellent recommendations and you can tell he genuinely cares for customers and its elevated the dining experience. i’d highly recommend this restaurant!“

“I was born and raised in Orlando and Prato is still the best food and restaurant in the city. Location is perfect for families or date night. The food is always Michelin worthy and service is always good. Make a reservation! We make one even if it’s months out because it’s worth it.“

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

“We wanted to compare this place to what we experienced in Rome. It’s not Rome but it captures the essence. Enjoy.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Had the most delicious pizzas and drinks tonight!! A definite try if you’re looking for great pizza!! Angela was amazing!!“

“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!“

“Very Family Oriented Italian Food 🍝 Highly Recommended this Restaurant!! Very Good Food and Delicious. Very Good Service!! Thank you ☺️ for making my Dad’s Birthday 🥳 so special there Tonight!!“

“This place is always busy; so be ready to wait. The food is good and the staff is friendly. Be patient when you come here, they are servicing volumes of people daily.

Parking: Parking can become difficult during peak hours.“

“If you appreciate fresh chef-inspired and chef-created Italian cuisine, then you MUST dine here. Truly authentic from the ambiance, the cozy intimate setting, to the tiramisu and espresso finale! Only wish we’d found this gem sooner!“

“We were there today. The pepperoni pizza was delicious. An extremely friendly young lady waited on us, great customer service. This is one of my grandson's favorite places.“

“I worked with John for a little while me coming in with 17 years of experience I thought I couldn't learn much else but this guy is ap true master of the trade I call him the Mr Miyagi of Italian food really makes a good product he truly loves the trade and pays attention to the details thanks for helping me better my skills“

“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.“

“DINNER REVIEW: ANTHONY’S THORNTON PARK PIZZERIA 100 N. Summerlin, Orlando For my first meal in a restaurant after moving back to Orlando, I happily chose Anthony’s Pizzeria in Thornton Park, at the heart of downtown Orlando, which means you can eat your delicious meal and then walk around Lake Eola to cancel those calories. When I first moved to Florida in the 1990s, I went downtown looking for a hole-in-the-wall video rental store called Angel Heart, which reputedly rented John Waters movies which weren’t available anywhere else. The bad news when i arrived was that Angel Heart was having a going-out-of-business sale; the good news was that I bought their John Waters VHS collection for less then ten dollars. As I walked back to my car, I saw a pizza place on the corner of Washington & Summerlin, and it soon became my go-to restaurant in Orlando. All these years later, Anthony’s has grown into a large and beautiful place—though I still like dining on the street side patio, and I still order my mushroom Stromboli even though the expansive menu offers a full range of Italian dinners and of course their outstanding pizza. This time I treated myself to a caprese salad Anthony’s has one of the best physical locations in the city—walkable to all of the major attractions downtown, yet still having a quiet neighborhood feeling and even having its own free parking lot, which is rare these days in the city beautiful. The food meets my exasperatingly snobby northern expectations of what Italian food should taste like, and the service is excellent. I recommend Anthony’s to everyone everywhere always.“

“It’s always a great way to end your shopping day at Brio’s! Love it!“

“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.“

“If you’re ever at La Bella Luna, do yourself a favor and ask for Garrett. I’ve been to a lot of Italian spots, but I’ve never met a server who could recommend a wine pairing, crack a joke, and still remember to bring extra parmesan—all without missing a beat.

Garrett’s the kind of guy who makes you feel like you’re not just a guest at a restaurant, but a long-lost friend who finally made it home for dinner. Polite, professional, and just the right amount of sarcastic to keep the table laughing between courses.

La Bella Luna already has great food, but honestly, Garrett made the whole experience something I’ll brag about. If you’re reading this, Garrett, I’ll take that beer now. 🍺 Cheers, my friend.“

“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!!“

“At least I loved this place. The food is exquisite, the garlic sticks are wonderful and they refill them as much as you want. Incredible attention, everyone extremely friendly and well cared for. I would return without a doubt.

Kid-friendliness: They do accept children and have a special menu.“

“Shared a wonderful meal with friends at Caffè Positano. We ate outside and enjoyed the fresh air and festive atmosphere. I ordered the salmon with broccoli which was perfectly seasoned and prepared to perfection.

Give Caffè Positano a try. You will not regret it.“

“Took a shot and thought we’d try this restaurant. So glad we did! The food and service are amazing. I recommend this restaurant. We enjoyed this so much we ordered food to go too.“

“The food is absolutely incredible. Every dish is worth getting. Our family loved the Salmon and Carbonara the most.

More so just a small warning. The bar is connected to the outside patio meaning that the outside air does influence the temperature of the restaurant. This is normally a non issue most of the time but as it gets hotter it's something to keep in mind.“

“A friend living nearby recommended Terramia for a get together of several guys. Was greeted warmly and seated by Tiffany who was hostess and bartending. Jenae was our server and between the two of them was made to feel at home. Atmosphere was very comfortable and intimate like a neighborhood gathering spot. The food was attractively plated and delicious. I had the Pasta Primavera with bread and soup and enjoyed it immensely. Will definitely be back with more friends. Thanks everyone !!!“

“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.“

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

“Best dining experience in a long time. Family run venue, arrived late from Canada, stayed open for us and we were the last booking. Exceptional food, service, value, and wine selection . They went above and beyond and even drove us home, but I can't say that that is standard. Highly recommend , very memorable experience“

“I have been to this place about 7 times already between the hours of lunch and pizzas weekend for the family. This place has some of the best hospitality I've come across in awhile. Server are always attentive when needed, and willing to greet you as you come in. Even Management were very friendly and curious. The food is really good as well as the pricing, and the pizza actually taste like Brooklyn pizza. I usually don't post reviews, but in this case felt a need to.“

“Delicious! Recommend highly. 5 stars!“

“Everything you wish for in true home made Italian food, pizza etc...Lived in NY all my live and I’ve ate at every NY style pizza all fake. You want real NY Pizza in Orlando Napoli’s is the one👌👌👌Thank me after you try it🍻“

“it was a Great experience friendly staff and and great food and went home stuffed“

“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“

“Enjoyed late lunch Saturday.Love the music. Attentive waitress. Salad kept coming. Love the salad. Dinner entree ordered - eggplant parm - took half hour - 4 eggplant rounds sliced too thin - 1/4in and extra crispy with watery tasteless spaghetti. Should have sent it back.“

“Oh my God! And I thought Dominos was the king of pizzas. I was wrong. And I like to be wrong here. I have never tasted anything like this crunchy, fresh and sweet sauce pizza ever in any other place. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough! Good environment, tidy and clean establishment, good music and tasty food! 10/10.“

“I love everything about Stasio's! From the food to the desserts, everything is amazing. If you haven't tried the roasted red peppers, they are out of this world. I appreciate that it's a family-owned business, and I enjoy seeing pictures of their family displayed on the walls. The staff is fantastic, and the family is very kind. We are truly blessed to have them in our community. I was there on their opening day, and I knew this place was going to be magical. If you haven't been to Stasio's, you're missing out. My favorite item on the menu is the Stasio's sub with extra roasted red pepper.“

“Great food I ordered the 3 different pasta it was delicious!!“

“Awesome food !“

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

“What an awesome experience we had today, when 25 of us had a delicious lunch, on your porch! Everyone enjoyed their food…..pizza, salads, sub, & brushetta. Lindel did an outstanding job waiting on us, and brought our checks, in a very orderly manner. Kudos to him! Highly recommend Ragazzi’s.“

“We went today Saturday and as usual no disappointment. They had “The A team working. They were busy but made pleasant. My fav the grandma’s pizza a greek salad and some wine and “Bingo” also the music and the smiles from all of the staff is a plus. A +++“

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