10 Best Italian Restaurants in Meridian

“We came in on Valentine's Day without a reservation. The staff were very accommodating and found us a table in the dining room. Staffing was exceptional with plenty of front end, waiters, bussers and bar help. My Wife asked for a dish that was not on the menu and after the waiter asked the chef the possibility, it was made for her. Wow! I ordered a steak and shrimp dish with broccoli. I was amazed at the tenderness and flavor, the sauce bathed the shrimp in a spicy wonderful sauce and the bocolli was cooked to perfection. Will be back. Staff were constantly attentive the entire time.“

“I’m really grateful they built an Olive Garden here in Meridian. The Boise and Nampa locations had gotten so busy that it was hard to enjoy a meal without a long wait, and this location has been a great addition for our area.

The restaurant is in a convenient spot, the atmosphere is welcoming, and it’s been a solid experience each time we’ve gone. And of course… the unlimited breadsticks are still a favorite. If you’ve been avoiding Olive Garden because the other locations were too crowded, this Meridian location is absolutely worth a visit.“

“Absolutely fantastic, every dish (including the kids' meals) was delicious, full of flavor and no one left hungry. Excellent service! 100% recommend.“

“Took my family out to dinner here, and it was AMAZING!!! Very delicious, and Antonio our server was very professional at what he does, and he made us feel really welcome. I'll surely come eat here again!! A+++++++ Food & service!“

“We visited Margherita Pizza for the first time tonight. Seeing a wood fired oven in a pizza restaurant is a good first sign. A friendly, personable staff is the second. Tasting a fresh salad, refreshing Italian soda, and delicious pizza (in a style very similar to what we had in Italy) sealed the deal for us! They just gained two more loyal customers.“

“Probably my favorite spot in Meridian to have a drink. Their espresso martini is the best in the valley. And they make a fantastic old-fashioned.

Their flatbeds are fantastic, but I really love their Bolognese. Trust me on this, it’s an amazing Italian dish.

The staff here is great, I’ve gotten to know them well. They treat you well and it truly feels like friends.“

“We had such a great experience at North Italia in The Village at Meridian! From the moment we walked in, everything felt welcoming, and our host, Brooke, set the tone with friendly and attentive service.

We started with the arancini, and wow—they were absolutely amazing. Perfectly crispy on the outside and warm and flavorful on the inside, they were the ideal way to kick off the meal.

Next came the Caesar salad, and I can confidently say it was hands down the best Caesar salad I’ve ever had. Every bite was just as good as the first—fresh, crisp, and packed with flavor. It’s rare for a salad to stand out that much, but this one definitely did.

I also had the Alta Rossa—it was a good one, well-balanced and enjoyable, but not my personal favorite compared to everything else we tried.

To finish, we shared the brookie sundae, and it did not disappoint. All the toppings complemented each other so well, creating the perfect balance of rich, sweet, and indulgent flavors.

Overall, everything from the service to the food was spot on. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Great lunch menu, had the bow tie pasta with chicken and it was wonderful. Good and friendly service, and good prices.“

“I ordered a special for $25. It was an extra pepperoni pizza, large and a 2-liter for $25. I did carry out and placed it for 6:45-7pm pickup because it was 6pm and I was doing uber but needed to feed my family! The food was super fresh and ready at 6:45pm. It looked absolutely amazing. I have ordered here a total of 8 times in the last 5 months and have not been disappointed once. I have always lived by Chicago connection being the absolutely best pizza ever due to there sauce being thick and cheese being thick, all pizzas being a deep dish, it’s amazing! It’s mine and my families favorite pizza 🍕 the woman at the front counter was super nice and friendly. I had already paid online so she just got my pizza and I got my two liter and skedaddled. This Chicago connection isn’t ever busy when I go in so there wasn’t a wait but the pizza is 100% worth it!“

“we had pizza and margaritas, the food was fantastic. and our server was the friendliest, and she recommended items for us. we will definitely be back. if you haven't tried this place you should. not only pizza, but have pastas, steaks, seafood, salads.“