23 Best Italian Restaurants near Matlacha

“The Thanksgiving buffet was absolutely the best! Delicious turkey, prime rib, ham, and all the amazing sides. Every employee who worked that day gave their all, creating a warm, festive atmosphere and making sure everyone felt cared for! Their dedication turned a holiday meal into an unforgettable celebration. We will definitely go back!!!“

“We have been going to Gusto for years and have always had a fantastic experience. The food is always delicious with excellent presentation, and the people there are friendly as well. I highly recommend them!“

“We purchased a gift card for friends that are going to be in Cape Coral for the month of February---traveling there from Maine which is where we reside. The holidays delayed...and delayed and delayed the arrival of the gift card!
The TMB Manager, Bethany was incredibly responsive and made sure that we received a second card (first one needed to be voided and a second card issued). None of it the fault of the TMB folks but Bethany never, at any time, left us hanging and wondering if we would not get the gift card that we purchased. I am excited to hear how our friends like their visit. If this is an indication of their customer service in-house, I am sure they will be pleased! Thank you, Bethany!“

“What an Outstanding experience with Chef Jessica’s choice and personal touch on everything! Blackened redfish on risotto with a New Orleans flair was absolutely superb. This is truly a hidden gem in the basin. A must for a first class meal. Joe & Janis Bell“

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Ariani Ristorante Italiano in Cape Coral delivers an unforgettable Northern Italian dining experience. From its warm, inviting ambiance to attentive service and generous portions, every detail showcases exceptional quality. Signature dishes like veal Parmesan, Lambuco, and Tiramisu are rich with authentic flavor. Chef-owned and community-rooted, Ariani is a must-visit for fine Italian cuisine in Southwest Florida.
Most friendly and motivated staff!
Highly recommended for special evenings and discerning diners!“

“I can't say enough about this restaurant. The food was amazing. The atmosphere and love was beyond what you would expect. I can't wait to go back. I want to try every single dish on the menu. I read the review about the vodka sauce and the recovering alcoholic. Why the f....k would you even consider ordering that dish in the first place??? You are playing games with yourself. Really, you cried at the table?? The owners are hard working people. There are erasers on pencils for a reason. Or maybe you don't know what an eraser is. I would have thrown your a** out wah wah wah!! And the other idiot with the chicken wings, you don't come to an Italian restaurant and ask for chicken wings. Go to Kentucky Fried chicken you arsh hole! Anyway I loved the gnocchi with cream sauce, which is what I had. I needed to sample the gravy, (yes we Italians can it gravy), so I had a meatball too! Totally recommend! Jill the owner is the sweetest person you will ever meet. Make a reservation it fills up real fast!“

“Lisa was so great! Awesome food and good atmosphere.“

“Our waitress Taylor was amazing very kind and made sure we had a pleasant dinner. The food was good especially the canoli cake. I recommend it very highly.“

“Food and service was fantastic! Cannot wait to come back!!“

““Alex took excellent care of us at Olive Garden. He was extremely attentive, very friendly, and provided outstanding service. We truly appreciated how well he treated us. Highly recommend him!” He spoke perfect Spanish with my Cubans patents ! Gracias Alex“

“We have just moved to the area and we're exhausted and very hungry from unpacking all day. From the moment we walked in we were treated like family no request was to big or to small. The service was exceptional and food was absolutely delicious. Luigi and his staff went above and beyond. Definitely our go to Italian Restaurant.“

“My husband & I throughly enjoyed our time this evening!! Joanie & Paige were awesome!!. The food was excellent!! Thank you so much for a very nice experience Joine & Paige!!“

“We’ve been here twice. We had the Churrasco steak both times, so yummy. Black beans are excellent. Our waitress Dayelin was great! We eat out quite often, this will be added to our rotation.“

“We are Sicilian decent wanted to try for my birthday. We ordered a Marguerita pie , eggplant parm, two seafood dishes and some soup. Staff was very nice and attentive. I liked that the food was not salty at all and you can add your own. My parents are hard to impress but my father loved it. He said “this is real pizza”. Set your expectations, this is not a brick oven pizzeria in Sicily. It’s a humble place in Florida , very clean and simple , reminds me of Nona’s food. Ohh the cannolis were 😚 yummy !! Crispy shell. I would go back just to have them !! You won’t be disappointed!!“

“from suffolk virginia!! this is literally the best restaurant i’ve ever been to! very nice decor, and the food is amazing! if you like supporting family owned businesses, this is the place to go! 💜 😋“

“baked ziti, excellent white pizza, excellent those garlic rolls.... incredible 🖤 Our new GO TO“

“I was never a big fan of thin crusted Pizza - until y'days visit @Buon Appetito Restaurant & Bar! ❤️👍 We had Eggplant as an appetizer and it was great as well! Our server Jessica was quick & very friendly and could not have done any better. 😀 The place is tastefully decorated and the owner was singing on and off which sounded very nice! 👍 Our visit was a great experience and we will be back! 👍👍 5 stars! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Oda is a hidden gem! Extremely friendly service & the best Italian food in the Cape! We have never had a bad meal here or a bad time. Anthony Gerard Tognarelli“

“Thank you so much for the complementary garlic knots!!! 🥰 I always order extra garlic and they remembered me“

“Badabing Pizza Co is truly a hidden gem! The restaurant has such a cozy, welcoming vibe the moment you walk in. The owners are not only incredibly kind and down-to-earth, but you can tell they pour their heart into everything they do. And the food? BEYOND delicious!!! You can literally taste the freshness in every bite. Everything is homemade, made from scratch with their own special recipes—and it shows!!! The portions are generous, and the prices are more than fair for the quality and care that goes into each dish. If you haven’t been yet, do yourself a favor and go. You won’t be disappointed!!!!“

“Love this place.. it’s definitely my neighborhood go to. We especially love Brook!! She’s like family to us, she is professional, curious, and has a wonderful customer satisfaction rating.. the place was updated tasteful and didn’t skip a beat as the transition was flawless! Very proud to shout out praises!!!“

“I love the pizza at Poppy’s ! You have to get there and try this pizza!“

“Our group of 8 tried Chef Rocco’s Misto. Having been to the previous version of Misto, we all agreed Chef Rocco is the real deal. The specials were beyond what we expected and the regular menu is terrific. Misto’s definitely exceeded our expectations and we will be visiting frequently.“