32 Best Italian Restaurants near Clive

“Cosi Cucina is an absolute family favorite. We enjoy the attention to detail that goes along with our dining experience. We love the atmosphere, delicious food, amazing drinks, very attentive wait staff and we always feel like family. Peter and his staff go above and beyond to make sure everyone’s experience is top notch. The menu has everything from appetizers, salads, pastas dishes, protein packed entrees, pizzas, calzones and a fantastic dessert menu! Thank you Cosi for allowing us to make the very best memories with our family and friends❤️“

“This little hidden gem is amazing. The food and service is excellent. I drive an hour just to eat here. Oh and today, I found frozen cannoli's..must be heaven at a Taste of Italy ?“

“Picked up lunch here today. So good!“

“Our pizza came in under 30 minutes on Christmas! So happy these guys were open & the pizza was delicious 🤤“

“Simple stated, Incredible“

“Aedes albopictus present in outdoor seating. Albopictus is responsible for local transmission of dengue, Zika, and chikungunya viruses. Please invest in bug traps or join Polk county’s mosquito abatement program and they can set up a trap. Service and food were great, but 30+ bites are not fun. Absolutely worth it if you sit indoors.“

“Amazing food. Everything fresh“

“If I didn't know I was in Des Moines, I'd believe Allora was in Milan, Italy. The food was fresh and delicious, and the coffee was perfection. The service was great, both unobtrusive and attentive (a balance not a lot of American restaurants at this price point seem to understand. Centro also does a great job balancing the two!)“

“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.“

“Awesome service and awesome food 😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋“

“I have been coming here for many many years! Simon, the owner is absolutely incredible and done such a great job with this restaurant. The customer service is out of this world. But everything from the drinks, the food and dessert you cannot go wrong here. They only take reservations for parties of six or more. It is a very small intimate place. And it is 100% busy! 😁 well most of the time. This is a great local restaurant and whenever someone suggest anything around the area, I say go here!“

“Had a small group (9pp) attending an informal Porsche car club pre-drive planning meeting at Biaggi's last night. I had made minor arrangements with Jeff Duncan (Managing Partner) and Whitney Webber (Event Planner) and they were most professional and accommodating to my requests. Pleasure to work with! The food and drinks were very good and and our server Tiffany did a great job being professional, attentive, and personable. The pricing of the menu items is surprisingly low to me providing an exceptional value as well. Highly recommended!!!“

“Brooke and Maddie on the To-Go team were absolutely amazing! They handled a very busy evening with such great teamwork, staying organized, keeping things moving, and making sure customers were happy. Even with the rush, they were friendly, attentive, and never let the pressure show. They deserve recognition for their hard work and excellent customer service! Great job, Brooke and Maddie! 👏👏“

“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.“

“Calzones are the best! Super friendly staff, I love their Pizzas too.“

“Me and my grandmother came In this afternoon, We ordered drinks the waitress She accidentally brought me the wrong drink, but she corrected it very professional. She was very sweet. The food was very good. I asked for well done chicken I got exactly what I asked for my waiter. She was wonderful. I would ask for her again. I think her name was Megan. She was very young. I haven’t been to Olive Garden in years, but people are sleeping and they gave me a free dessert for my birthday go Olive Garden. Everybody needs to come here.!!! Whoever was in the kitchen July 31 they need to stay in there. Everything was absolutely wonderful.“

“Great menu options and our waiter Jim was one of nicest and attentive people. I will certainly be back.“

“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.“

“Excellent! Great Food! Friendly Helpful Staff!“

“We recently moved to Ankeny & drive by every day. Parking lot is always full, so we finally made it in. Wow! So good! Sat outside and we had chicken deburgo, chicken Romano and a grinder. All amazing and the young man who was our server was spot on!! Will definitely be back!“

“We were at hospital & ran late so ordered at last minute. The owner/manager stayed and waited for us to pick up pizza. It was delicious and nice and hot. Perfect for the perfectly awful day we just had. Thanks so much for such good service!“

“My favorite place for Greek and Italian food!“

“The owner is so kind. I ordered via Door Dash delivery & she called me to let me know that nobody picked up my order. When I went & picked it up she was even kind enough to cancel my DD so that I wouldn't get double charged. My pizza was very delicious“

“Excellent pizza. We really enjoyed it. :-)“

“Unbelievable service and food! I came here for the first time on 01/16/26, and was greeted right away by Ashanti, and ordered a beer while waiting for my pizza to get done (I ordered right when I entered the restaurant, FYI). It was a very pleasant atmosphere, and some of the best service I have ever experienced in a pizza place (or any restaurant for that matter). Ashanti was fabulous and attentive (since I ordered a few beers while waiting). She also made sure that my pizza was done to my liking before I paid. The cook, Eunice, also came out and wondered how I liked the food. When tasting, it was out of this world. I would say that its the best pizza in central Iowa (seriously!). Because of the service from Eunice and Ashanti, I promise to return to this location very soon! I will also spread the word with my other Italian friends about this hidden treasure in Waukee! Thank you Scornovacca's, Ashanti and Eunice! What an experience. :)“

“One of the only spots all of kids and all of the adults in our family agree on. It’s kid friendly, tons of menu options, food is consistently great, service is friendly.“

“Good fast service on 11-5-23. Great food. Molly was very friendly and polite ,also attractive. Will definitely be back“

“Absolutely amazing restaurant! Wide variety of food - amazing taco pizza! Love their margarita specials too! Friendliest staff, which always makes our experience great! We love this place!“

“Atmosphere was a 10/10 definitely recommend to come down here to have dinner or celebrating something special with your woman or man service was perfect employees was smiling happy positive and on point with there customer service 💯💯❤“

“Large catered pizza order arrived hot & fresh, a couple minutes early and was enjoyed by all! Thank you!“

“Yummy Hawaiian pizza style I’ll buy more soon“

“So far I’ve only had the sugar cookies and I’m in love. I guess that’s why they are called Love Drops 😍😂 Great customer service as well! 10/10 would recommend 👍🏼👍🏼“