17 Best Italian Restaurants near Ankeny

Nonna’s Pizza & Pasta Italian • $
1802 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 100A, Ankeny

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Marsala Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza Slice
Chicken Caesar Pizza
Chicken Bacon Ranch
Cheese Pizza Slice
Nonna's Tortellini
Chicken Alfredo
Spinach Ravioli
Tuscan Chicken
Slice of Pizza

“Had the Tuscan Slice, which was a great combination of flavors and perfect crust! Great selection and quick! Will definitely be back.“

4.8 Superb274 Reviews
Portofino's Italian Restaurant & Pizza Italian • $
711 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Alfredo Pizza
Shrimp Florentine
Chicken Damabianca
Lobster Ravioli
Veal Parmigiana
Chicken Marsala
Soup of the Day
Chocolate Cake
Homemade Bread
Salmon Piccata

“We love Portofinos!!! The salmon dishes are my favorites!!! Great soups and yummy bread!!! We're close, so we walk there often!!!“

4.7 Superb222 Reviews
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Italian • $
770 SE Oralabor Rd, Ankeny

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmigiana Lunch Special
Chocolate Lasagna Brownie Cake
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara
Chocolate Brownie Lazagna
Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno
Stuffed Chicken Marsala
Chicken & Gnocchi Soup
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Salad and Breadsticks
All You Can Eat Pasta

“We made the bad decision to go to Olive Garden late on Valentine’s Day and I can tell you I was pleasantly surprised by the service we got and the atmosphere. Instead of chaos, we had a server that was very into positivity and making sure we were well taken care of. I ordered the Chicken Marsala which cannot be oversold because it is so good. The food was hot and was as we expected. I had some wine which was delicious and overall it was a very good experience. We will be back!“

4.3 Superb151 Reviews
Fazoli's Italian • $
930 E 1st St, Ankeny

Customers` Favorites

12 Signature Garlic Breadsticks with Large Dipping Sauce
Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad
Three-Cheese Tortellini Alfredo
Fettuccini Alfredo and Lasagne
Baked Spaghetti with Meatballs
Cheesy Double-Stack Lasagna
Cinnamon Swirl Breadsticks
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Kids Pepperoni Pizza Slice
Meatball Da Vinci - Meal

“Fast, polite and kind service with ordering and additional breadsticks. Speaking of the breadsticks, they are delicious as well as their entrees. The sampler platter is perfect to satisfy hunger both initially and portions saved for later.“

4.2 Good120 Reviews
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse Italian • $$
550 Bass Pro Dr NW, Altoona - 6.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Lava Cake with Cinnamon Ice Cream
Porterhouse Steak and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Four Cheese Ravioli & Shrimp Rosa
Johnny's Filet Medallion Trio
Johnny's Veal Sinatra
Loaded Baked Potato
Turtle Cheesecake
French Onion Soup
Veal Parmigiano
Beef Wellington

“Megan Bond is the waitress you want! Great service and great food!“

4.5 Superb295 Reviews
Fazoli's Italian • $
3600 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines - 9.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pumpkin Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory Bakery
Cheesecake Factory Bakery Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake
The Cheesecake Factory Italian Cream Cake
Baked Penne with Italian Sausage
Cinnamon Swirl Breadstick Bites
New Pepperoni & Bacon Flatbread
Pepperoni Pizza Double Slice
Cinnamon Swirl Breadsticks
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Philly Cheesesteak Ravioli

“We went through the drive up window, and Shelby took such good care of us. Very kind and courteous. The most pleasant drive thru experience I have had in a very long time.“

4.5 Superb207 Reviews
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Lucca

Lucca Italian • $$$
420 E Locust St, Des Moines - 9.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cracked Pepper Pasta Is Dope
Eggplant Parmigiana
Goat Cheese Salad
Pasta Primavera
Caesar Salad
Dessert Trio
Salmon Pasta
Ceasar Salad
Lucca Salad
Panna Cotta

“It had been a few years since we’d been to Lucca and I can’t for the life of me understand why. We had an absolutely fantastic experience there last Friday and are already planning our return.

We’d decided to do a fancy night on the town with friends (the kind where you dress up for no good reason) and liked the look of Lucca’s prix fixe menu. We arrived at 8pm sharp but our table wasn’t quite ready so the wonderful hostess got us drinks and made us comfortable in the seats near the door. She checked on us several times and we’d honestly have been fine waiting there all night. But they soon seated us and we had an amazing dinner. Four courses, including dessert, for $57 per person. The NY strip alone might cost that at another restaurant. All dishes were delicious and we were impressed at just how wide the selection was.

Once again, the service took dinner to another level and we loved the ambience. Plus, you step out into the East Village and have a million options for the rest of the night.

Exceptional job, Steve Logsdon and crew; it’s no wonder you’re still making national lists after so many years in business. We will absolutely return soon. Highly recommended.“

4.5 Superb52 Reviews
Christopher's Italian • $$
2816 Beaver Ave, Des Moines - 8.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Falling Down Cake and Ice Cream with Raspberry Sauce
Prime Rib w Mushrooms and Onions
Raspberry Almond Chicken Salad
Manicotti Florentine
Chicken Parmigiana
Fettuccine Alfredo
Soup of the Day
Mashed Potatoes
Steak De Burgo
Fried Calamari

“My husband and I are from out of town and went to Christopher’s tonight for dinner. What a pleasant surprise! Our food was amazing and the service was great! We will definitely be back when we visit DesMoines again.“

4.2 Good107 Reviews
Marino's Italian Restaurant Italian • $
5775 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston - 7.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Eggplant Parmigiana with Fettuccini
Baked Cheese Manicotti
Chicken Parmigiana
Mozzarella Sticks
Bread Sticks
Sausage Pizza
Cheese Pizza
Garden Salad
Baked Ziti
Tiramisu

“Favorites include Cavatelli, Lasagne, Spaghetti and Pizzas; also salads. Service, quality of entrees and personnel are tops!!! Great Italian foods. An evening at Marino's Italian Restaurant is worth the $$. Often order take out; never dissatisfied.“

3.9 Good31 Reviews
Chuck's Restaurant Italian • $
3610 6th Ave, Des Moines - 7.51 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken
Homemade Famous Onion Rings
Fried Brussel Sprouts
Breaded Mushrooms
Mozzarella Sticks
Everything Pizza
Chicken Parmesan
Brussels Sprouts
Pepperoni Pizza
Fried Chicken

“Amazing food, service and style.“

3.9 Good66 Reviews
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SIMON'S

SIMON'S American • $$
5800 Franklin Ave, Des Moines - 10.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Beef Tenderloin w Portabella Mushroom Onion Sauce
Complementary Red Velvet Cake
Aoli California Pizza
Garlic Cheese Bread
Chicken Florentine
New York New York
Mushroom Crostini
Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed Chicken
Beef Stroganoff

“First I feel like I have to say there is no where to park and the wait is long even on a Wednesday night. Inside is dark and loud and cramped. My ham and bean soup was very good! Stuffed mushroom appetizer was ok but not worth the $10.50 price. My steak was ok-I’ve had way better. Waitress said I should ask for it well done since the cook usually undercooked the steak and it turned out more done than I would have liked it but the waitress never came over to ask… The asparagus had that woody flavor. Potatoes were good. My bf let me try his onion rings and meatball sandwich and both were very good! Cake tasted old… the staff is very nice but looked a little overwhelmed.“

4.7 Superb176 Reviews
Latin King Italian Dining Italian • $$
2200 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines - 9.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Spiedini Half N Half
Italian Fried Mozzarella
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Strawberry Shortcake
Pollo Alla Marsala
Chicken Scarpara -
Toasted Raviolis
Chicken Alfredo
Chicken Marsala
Baked Lasagna

“Best staff and amazing execution!!“

4 Good196 Reviews
Sonny's Pizza Bistro Pizza • $
6594 NW 6th Dr, Des Moines - 4.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine
Sicilian Shrimp Pasta
Sausage Sandwich
Chicken Deburgo
Chicken Romano
Special Pizza
Pizza Special
Chocolate Cake
Supreme Pizza
Cheese Bread

“Amazing food and staff 👌😎 I have tried almost everything on the menu and have yet to find something that isn't delicious!“

4.7 Superb53 Reviews
Papa's Pizzeria Pizza • $
214 Van Dorn St, Polk City - 7.2 miles

Customers` Favorites

Papa's Primo Special Pizza
Baked Spaghetti Dinner
Tenderloin Sandwich
Cheeseburger Pizza
Chicken Ranch Pizza
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Thin Crust Pizza
Hawaiian Pizza
Garlic Bread
Cheese Pizza

“best gluten free pizza I've ever had!“

4.6 Superb81 Reviews
Pagliai's Pizza Pizza • $
5312 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston - 7.86 miles

Customers` Favorites

A 12-Inch Canadian Bacon and Hamburger Thin Crust Pizza
Pepperoni Pesto Specialty Pizza
Pagliai's Special Pizza
14 House Special Pizza
House Special Pizza 14
Garlic Cheese Bread
Fettuccine Alfredo
Deep Dish Pizza
Chicken Parmesan
Marinara Sauce

“Excellent! Great Food! Friendly Helpful Staff!“

4.5 Superb138 Reviews
Breadeaux Pizza Pizza Delivery • $
825 SW 17th Ave SW, Altoona - 8.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Triple Topper Medium Gourmet Pizza
Build Your Own Round Pizza
Western Chicken
Supreme Pizza
Sausage

“The Breadeaux Special pizza was amazing! But even more amazement was to be had...the Salad!!! Holy Deaux I was Not expecting that“

4.4 Superb33 Reviews
Bianchi's Hilltop Restaurant Pizza • $
2820 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines - 7.85 miles

Customers` Favorites

Homemade Cheese Cake Topped with Cherrie
Fettuccine Alfredo with Crispy Chicken
Sausage Extra Sausage Pizza
Lunch Italian Egg Rolls
Ham and Pineapple Pizza
Meat Lovers Pizza
Lunch Onion Rings
Chicken Parmesan
Sausage Sandwich
Fried Ravioli 10

“We wish you a merry Christmas miss you we enjoy being with are children in Arizona but miss all you and your kindness want to say merry Christmas blessings to you and your family“

4.2 Good67 Reviews

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