9 Best Italian Restaurants near Mary Esther

“Delicious food! Great service! The wood fired pizza is amazing! Four cheese gnocchi is to die for! The cheerful staff was constantly busy, serving and cleaning. We highly recommend Da’ Matteo’s!“

“We had an absolute blast! The food was awesome! Great portions, great taste, even better waiter!!“

“Food was excellent and our server Ashlee was amazing. Atmosphere is warm and inviting. We felt like familia.“

“The garlic dipping oil is amazing. We took some home and put it on sandwiches and in a crab omelet. We have been talking about it for days. The lasagna is remarkable and the ribeye steak I ordered was enough for three meals. Cooked perfectly medium rare. Friends had the lobster ravioli and shrimp with vodka sauce which was good. Calamari was outstanding, very tender. Our waitress was Lauren L., very professional and pleasant. We will definitely go back there again next year when we visit.“

“As an Italian, I am incredibly particular about where I eat, and I can wholeheartedly vouch for La Famiglia. The food here is traditionally made, truly authentic, and crafted with outstanding ingredients. They don’t cut corners, and you can taste that it is cooked exactly the way we cook at home in Italy.The atmosphere immediately takes me back home, giving me a wonderful sense of nostalgia. Being from a hometown in Southern Italy along the Adriatic Sea, I am very picky about seafood—but their mixed fried seafood (fritto misto) is absolute perfection. It is beautifully crispy, incredibly flavorful, and tastes just like home.Beyond the phenomenal food, the staff is exceptionally welcoming and friendly. The addition of live music, talented singers, and excellent drinks makes every visit feel like a celebration. We come here very often and highly recommend it as the absolute best Italian restaurant in the panhandle!“

“Experience the best pizza in town—absolutely unbeatable! The staff is also fantastic, making your dining experience truly memorable. Combine that quality pizza with exceptional service, and you have a perfect place for a wonderful meal!“

“We visited today September 28 for lunch at the Ft walton beach location. Courtney P waited on us. She was the best server we have ever had. She didnt forget anything and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. She is a real asset to your restaurant. Very pleasant girl. We had a free appetizer coupon and chose the shrimp frito it was awesome. We both had spaghetti, one lunch portion and one regular create your own. The meatballs were great as always. I had the chicken gnocchi soup and it was perfect. We will return. Hopefully we will get Courtney again.“

“Best food in Fort walton bch by far well worth the price I love the Place !“

“I love Hungry Howies. They have a large menu and the quality is superb. Im always happy with my order. The consistency is spectacular.“