47 Best Italian Restaurants near Sanford

“Highly recommended. Great food and great service!“

“These guys do a really great job! A few times a month they offer tastings.. We've done a couple of wine tastings and the bourbon event and both were great. Andrew is a great host and knows his stuff! Destin and Anthony keep up with the large group these events bring in and everyone is incredibly friendly.“

“This was the busiest Olive garden I've ever been to, but the service was really good. It was a little delayed because of how busy it was, but that was explainable. The waitress was awesome and the food was all tastingly good prices were normal for Olive garden and I would recommend it!!“

“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 love this place my only problem is the staff most times there ok but every so often you get one of their extreme assholes that will hang up the phone on you when you call...just saying...

Dietary restrictions: They do have styles and apostles that you can custom to your liking“

“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!“

“Antica Pizzeria Paul and Pam have an amazing ristorante…wonderful people from New Hampshire. Tim was [server] was top notch and customer focused. Eric is the pizzaiolo and he got real SKILLS 🍕 We had the pesto sampler-appetizer, Rigatoni IDA and the Angry Goat pizza. ALL of it was fresh, flavorful and high quality. Go today!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“The restaurant is in an interesting location in what appears to be an office building. That said, the atmosphere is upscale once you go inside. They have amazing drink selection. I got the hot honey pizza and it was amazing. Our server was Bella and she did a fantastic job. She made sure we did not run out of bread before our food arrived. She also did an amazing job ensuring our wine glass was not empty.“

“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.“

“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 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.“

“The chicken quesadilla was excellent. The chef clearly proud of his food. “These are the best quesadilla in town” he said. He’s 100% correct. I don’t usually like refried beans but these were really good. Same with the rice. The hot sauces are made in house. You can taste the freshness of the ingredients. The chicken was fresh abs tender. it’s more of a take out place but there are a few tables. I’ll be back….often.“

“Antoney and his lovely wife could not be more generous and gracious of spirit. You feel like you are truly in good hands with these two and it's awesome to see a restaurant know the true meaning of hospitality. The food is all made from scratch and is OUTSTANDING. This place is a hidden and rare gem.“

“We’ve been coming for lunch here for several years and the food is always fantastic! We are here most Sundays and Dylan always does a great job running around by himself. I would’ve given a 5 star review but poor Dylan could use some help on Sundays to reduce wait times and accuracy!“

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

“Very beautiful restaurant. Food was really good. However, I am an italian and have to say it was not entirely classic italian food. Most of it was not prepped the way I grew up with but I am a little biased. Food was decent. My wife liked it.“

“Nikki She is amazing, Our experience was incredible. She recommended amazing sauces, the food was great, but without that service, I don't know if it would have been as good. Thank you, you were amazing; on a difficult day, you made our day incredible.“

“Awesome food !“

“Good food, value and service!“

“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.“

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

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

“We are locals and have eaten here often. We ordered a delivery order and we didn’t get our tea. I know it’s only tea but it was almost 5$ so I called to see if I could get a refund. They were so apologetic and sweet and I talked to three people and all were just so nice about a little tea. They refunded it to my card with no issues. Just super nice customer service!“

“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.“

“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 !“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“It's located in a small plaza so parking can be a little difficult never the less great food, friendly staff and a clean place

Parking: It's located in a small plaza so parking can be a little difficult never the less great food, friendly staff and a clean place“

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

“The Staff is the best! They were accepting of the needs of the Customer. They went above and beyond. The food was delicious. We will definitely be back.“

“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.“

“I've been in FL for several months and have been hungry for a Detroit style coney hot dog. I've had 5 Guys (yechh . . . and $7 for just a dog), Sam's Club (very good and a bargain) but they're not a Detroit coney. I found ref to B's (located at Lowes Orange City) and tried it today . . . EXCELLENT! I complemented the vendor while leaving a tip saying they were very close to Detroit's except lacked the snap in each bite. (Detroit's use casing weiners) He immediately whipped me up another dog using Sabrett brand Weiner with casing at no charge. It was spot on. I'll be back. Oh yeah, the prices are right too.“

“Stopped by today after hearing about them on social media. Loved the staff… welcoming and nice. Big sandwich fresh bread…. It was delicious!!!! Definitely stopping by again!!“

“Awesome service. Great food. Best prices.“

“The pizza was delicious, super soft crust. We also enjoyed their deep fried pickles & calamari as appetizer. The pizza slices are massive. The music in the restaurant is classic throwbacks that you can’t help but sing along to.“

“The food is consistently good,and when I pick it up they show me the food before I take it. That rocks.

Our location doesn't have a lot of diners and its a franchise so I dont expect a ton of ambiance, but it is clean and inviting.“

“Pizzas, Wings, Greek salad becoming our Usual Order. Good Stuff, prompt delivery. Good job everyone!“

“I can't even explain how much miss tiphany made my entire day! I was having the worst day ever, my speaker wouldn't work, my car wouldn't start, etc. so I msg this angel on FB and explain the situation and asked if the delivery driver would be willing to please stop at the gas station for me and grab some things. THIS WOMAN DIDNT EVEN STUTTER. she was on top of it and absolutely made my day and made me cry but in a good way! that's customer service at the highest level!“

“Editing this. Been going here for a few years as one of our favorite local pizza places. The pizza is excellent but the sides are mediocre. We like dining in with a cold beer and it’s hardly ever busy. Service seems to have improved recently. They stopped giving out the magnets a few years ago so no more free pizza :(“

“If you're a pizza lover, this place is an absolute must-try! From the moment you step in, you’re greeted with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked dough and the welcoming vibe of the staff. The crust? Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. The toppings are fresh, generous, and made with top-quality ingredients. The service was outstanding – friendly, fast, and attentive. Plus, the ambiance is cozy, with just the right mix of casual and charming. Whether you're dining in or getting takeout, this pizzeria never disappoints. Highly recommend to anyone in the area who’s craving a truly great pizza experience. 🍕🔥“

“I never thought of giving Hungry Howie’s pizza a try only because of the name. How good could their pizza be with a name like Hungry Howie’s? Well, how wrong was I for judging the book by its cover. I’m 61 years of age and had never eaten at Hungry Howie’s until a year or so ago, and wow, I have missed out on great tasting pizza and mainly great prices. Hungry Howie’s is my go to pizza for now on, unless I’m in New York.“

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“Nonna Maria is my favorite Italian spot north of Orlando! The food is always fresh—the breads, garlic knots, and soup are excellent. The staff are friendly and curious, and everyone in the kitchen is always smiling. Lunch here is always a treat!”“