50 Best Italian Restaurants near Burbank

“I absolutely love this Olive Garden location! The highlight of my visit was our amazing waitress – she was outstanding. Even though the restaurant was busy, she took such great care of us, made sure we had everything we needed, and even brought a kids’ menu for my child with so much patience. She truly made our dining experience special and enjoyable.

After the meal, she surprised us with delicious green mint chocolates, which my child loved so much that they asked to come back again next time. I’m certain this will become one of my favorite restaurants. The only downside is that it’s a 30-minute drive from my home, but it’s totally worth it. The food is delicious and affordable, the atmosphere is warm and comfortable, and every visit leaves me in a great mood. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious!! Thin Crust Lots of sausage .. i love the green olive too! The mostaccioli and giant size meatballs .. mmmmm and that red sauce .. it’s heavenly !!“

“My Fiancé and I discovered this restaurant after watching “Somebody Feed Fill” and were inspired and intrigued by Sarah’s restaurant and craftsmanship. We had our eye on getting reservations here for a very long time and we ended up landing lunch reservations for my Fiancés birthday (whom is also a Chef). We just happened to be seated by the expo line near the kitchen where we saw Sarah working. From start to finish our server Rose, and Sarah made sure our experience was personalized special. Sarah even signed the cookbook we bought and menu! Everything was on point from the food to the service. I can see why it’s so hard to get a reservation here! If we could rate our experience higher we would. We greatly appreciate the hospitality and dedication that this restaurant displays!“

“Alla Vita is an exceptional restaurant for several reasons. First, their menu offers a delicious variety of authentic Italian dishes, prepared with fresh and high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is warm and elegant, perfect for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends. Additionally, the service is impeccable, with a friendly and attentive staff that ensures every diner has a memorable experience. The combination of exquisite flavors, charming ambiance, and excellent service makes Alla Vita an outstanding choice for any occasion.“

“I have never eaten food like this before! It is so good and I am leaving beyond satisfied!“

“Wonderful Birthday/ Father’s Dinner tonight…Ambiance, Food and Staff absolutely incredible!!! John and Cole, along with the rest of the Ciccio Team are the consummate professionals!!!“

“Pasta Veneta offers a good range of Italian classics, and we definitely had a nice meal. The burrata was a highlight — fresh and flavorful — and the pasta dishes were enjoyable, especially the truffle gnocchi, which had great depth of flavor. We also really liked the red wine blend. Worth a visit if you're looking for a dependable Italian option in the area.“

“Celebrated my birthday here and had a wonderful time! Great food, and really enjoy the Cosmopolitan martini! 🍸 I had the Branzino. All delicious! Recommend!👍🏽“

“We've never been disappointed in our half dozen visits to Peanut Park. The pizzas are great, sausage and peppers appetizer, the pastas, and a great hazelnut gelato! The service is friendly. Parking is easy. There's a certain kind of nostalgia in a neighborhood restaurant like this. We'll be back!“

“The food and service were AMAZING. Will most definitely be coming back here again!“

“I made reservations for Saturday, July 19th, but upon arriving and noticing the bar wasn't busy, I opted to sit in the back corner. It was my first time at the restaurant, and the space looked beautiful. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the ambiance. I sat for several minutes before anyone acknowledged me. Someone eventually handed me a brunch menu—which surprised me since I came for dinner. I had to request both the regular food and cocktail menus from the male bartender. I ordered the fried calamari and vegetables, which were quite good—tender calamari and lightly battered vegetables. After finishing, Amelia asked if I wanted another drink. I told her I was ready to order dinner. Frustratingly, no one had asked if I planned to dine—something typical at a bar. I ordered the Branzino based on her recommendation. The tomato sauce was flavorful, though the vegetables weren't hot. Still, no one checked on my meal or offered more silverware, which had been cleared with my appetizer. Thankfully, a tall, slim, dark-haired barback noticed and brought me a fresh set. He also asked how everything was—something none of the bartenders did. He later brought a to-go container and followed up with the dessert menu, showing far more attentiveness than the bartenders, who didn't seem busy—just disengaged. After my meal, I waited for someone to bring the check. With a to-go bag in front of me, I sat at the bar for several minutes without a single bartender stopping by. Again, the barback stepped in and brought it. The food and ambiance were great, but the bartenders' service was lacking. The barback truly saved the evening—he was the star of the night. Sadly, the overall experience makes me hesitant to return.“

“Traveling to Chicago for a concert and this place stood out for a bite to eat. Our expectations of the food were exceeded and the staff was amazing!“

“Had supper at the bar before the ELO concert. Service was great, the food was delicious! I definately would go back!“

“Come see Elizabeth, service and food were superb! Best Italian Beef sandwich in Chicago.“

“Great Italian authentic food… Love the family atmosphere ❤️“

“Fabulous food and service! Bill the bartender is the best, and the owner could not be any nicer or more accommodating. ❤️“

“Great food and atmosphere“

“It’s great place with great service, a variety of wine options, and delicious pasta!! 100/10“

“We see why the Chicken Parm Pannino is a favorite! Great sandwich served with thin cut crispy fries. Left full and yet wanting more! 😋“

“You know a restaurant is good when you start planning your return visit before you've even finished your meal“

“AMAZING!!!

Decided on a vacation week! Chose Berwyn due to its proximity to Chicago. Glad we did!

What a great community!

We stopped in around 5pm. Nice greeting! Quickly seated.

We started with the Bruschetta. Instantly knew we were in the right place! Grilled bread! Not to hard not to soft. Fresh ingredients, great flavor.

I chose the lamb chops. Holy Smokes! Best I’ve ever had and that’s saying something!! I don’t know how they did it!!?? Grilled! Breaded! Crunchy! Tender! Perfectly cooked. Broccoli perfectly! Served with potatoes that were a little crispy with big flavor!

My wife had the Crab Cake. It was huge! Loaded with crab and perfectly seasoned and fried. The sauce paired perfectly with this dish. She also had penne pasta in their Marsala sauce. Again, everything was fresh and amazing.

Ended it all with 2 desserts because why not!
Tiramisu….Amazing
Crème Brûlée…Amazing

We ate all over Chicago, this was our #1 favorite!

Thanks for a great meal! I’ll be dreaming about those chops!! 🤤🤤😃“

“First time I went was tonight and it was magnifico. Excellent service not too busy and cozy. Great food. I will definitely get back and have another meal there really recommended.“

“Wonderful experience! Best food we had in all of Chicago!“

“The food is delicious!! The staff friendly and very attentive. They help make the whole experience. The atmosphere is so warm and comfortable. I love an hour west of the city but if I will be in Chicago for dinner, it will be at Tuscany. 💚🤍❤️“

“Was perfect. Great wine great food. Great service. Will be back. Thank u.“

“Fast, delicious and even though they are usually busy it’s so good and they get your food to you quickly!“

“5 stars for HECTOR in Western Springs!!! Hands down this was the absolute best dining experience I’ve ever had! While the food was delicious and the overall ambiance and decor of the restaurant was cozy, it was our server that made this dining experience over the top, great! HECTOR, you are a gem, a diamond! You have an absolutely charming personality and made my mother in law’s birthday dinner an experience to remember! From your spot on suggestions, to your lovely rendition of “Happy Birthday”, to the funny banter, our whole family left talking about how wonderful you were! We will be back and we will be sure to come when you are serving! Thank you Hector!!!“

“Our Women of Impact group had a celebration dinner Thursday evening February 2nd. ✝️ We were treated like royalty. 👑 Delicious yummy food and the service was outstanding! 😋 Thank you Kristen and Tacho for your excellent service and helping us to celebrate! 🎉 We will definitely be back soon!💕“

“Nice ambiance! Great food.“

“Nice ambiance! Will eat here again“

“Been wanting to try this place and it did not disappoint. Service was great and waiting time isn’t long, I would definitely recommend the Italian beef combo, and the Mexican grilled chicken sandwich if you’re looking for something more spicy. Overall fantastic experience and I highly recommend coming to Tony’s.“

“Excellent food, great service, knowledgeable waitress“

“an instant superstar in this community, people will come from near and far for this quality of Italian.“

“So delicious the pasta 🍝 love it 💕“

“My favorite Italian restaurant! I have been coming here since I was in high school-very very many years ago! Delicious Northern Italian cuisine with old world service in a most charming atmosphere. I'm just s little sad that during the latest renovation they weren't able to find a way to install an elevator. Those stairs are killer if you're mildly impaired and impossible for wheelchair bound“

“Everything was spectacular. My friend enjoyed the seared sea scallops, although they were wrapped in bacon, which was not mentioned on the menu. My friend thoroughly enjoyed the Zuppa Viareggina, and I enjoyed the Ricotta Spinach Tortelloni. To balance the meal, we shared Asparagus Parmigiana and Grilled Veggies. After enjoying a performance at the Auditorium Theater, we returned for dessert and had the Tiramisu and Crème Brûlée. All in all, this is the finest restaurant in Printer's Row. Bravi!“

“This neighborhood gem in Bridgeport was top notch on everything I've tasted here. Excellent food, excellent service and nice atmosphere. The flavor was just decadent. We started with some awesome Stuffed Clams. For the entrees we had Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmigiano, Chicken Rositto with spinach. A beautiful meal was complete with desserts of Tiramasu, Gelato and Flour less Chocolate Cake. The experience ended with me in a totally blissful food coma. Thank you 😊 Gios!“

“My first time dining experience was amazing 👏🏾 Our server Madeline was super sweet and so attentive to our party of 5. It was my first time but not my last time.“

“Second time trying out this West Loop Italian restaurant. Pretty large menu in comparison to the similar options in the neighborhood. Got there late so it was not crowded, but still fairly loud due to the proximity to the train right outside. We had a tagliatelle dish, risotto, and gnocchi with gorgonzola for the entrees. All were done well, not amazing, but solid. The only disappointment was the caprese appetizer, the tomatoes were not good, although it could just be too early in the season.“

“amazing service, atmosphere and food. the short rib dish is amazing, full of flavor. we almost skipped dessert, so glad we didn't, the brownie sundae was to die for, absolutely fantastic!!“

“Delicious!!! Definitely worth the price we paid 😁“

“We were there Saturday for the Roman experience! Not bad there we’re 4 of us. We were celebrating a birthday! Spend $400.00 and you would think they would acknowledge the birthday! No not at all ! No acknowledgment all!!! But I have to say they did say happy birthday!! When we leaving!! What would it cost the restaurant to send a piece of cake over! Maybe 5.00 after we spent 400.00 No more celebration there I tell you!“

“Love this new for me tasty omg takecare uslike a VIP excellent service quality and oldiest place wonderful“

“I have loved this place my whole life! Best pizza on the south side!“

“This place is the best! The sauces are thick and creamy. Best fried calamari, fettuccine Alfredo and lasagna!!! I love sitting outside in a cool night on the weekends too!!’ Love it!!!“

“Been here a handful of times ..
The pizza is th Star !!
Last few times the food was not as on par with the first 3-4 times.
Staff was slow and food was slow.
The first few times i went was when they first opened.
Seems service went down a bit!“

“It is great to have this Chicago classic back! The food was as good as always and the attention we got from the bartender, waiter, and maitre d' was amazing. We started with the calamari and the burrata then had the cavatelli with arabiata sauce and the carbonara and finished with canolli for desert. Dinner felt relaxed, and the food was delicious!“

“Great place to dine and great food“

“Hit up Ciao! Cafe & Wine Lounge in West Loop last Friday. Snagged the Rigatoni Alla Rigo, flatbread pizza, and tomato‑mozz cheese bite plates, plus a bottle of red. Vibe's super cozy, live jazz came on later—staff were friendly too. Food’s tasty and the wine’s solid, but a couple plates were just kinda “meh.” Still a go‑to date‑night spot.“

“We were in Chicago for a couple days from Austin, Indiana, and stopped in at Nonnina for lunch. Great service and the rigatoni was excellent! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“