50 Best Italian Restaurants near Carol Stream

“Great pizza and salads. Delivered super fast.“

“Delicious! I got a Heart Shaped Pizza for Valentines Day! Best thin crust pizza around!“

“Tuesday are half price pizza. this is a must every week for my family.“

“This restaurant has been consistently good for over 15 years. I remember my family ordering from this same location when I was a child. The pan pizza is the must-order menu item. I live further away now and gladly take the 30 minute drive to pick a pie up. The sandwich and wing options are also tasty. If you haven't tried them yet, stop on by! You will not regret it.“

“I ordered a deep dish with pepperoni and sausage. It was so good , the ingredients were equally balanced. I can't wait until my next visit there. And Grant was very friendly and helpful with my order. I highly recommend this place if you are in the mood for pizza.“

“Great experience as always. Evan our server was outstanding as was the food. George the manager stopped by to make sure everything was perfect. Great service, great food.“

“Check see & please tell ?“

“BEST Italian food in Illinois, this place is absolutely amazing. We got the poblano soup and the rigatoni alla traverstin and it was the best pasta and soup I have ever had. I requested it to be spicy, and they made it exactly how I wanted it, it was wonderful! My husband ordered his without the spice and it was just as amazing. Also, it is very refreshing to have a restaurant where all of the waiter and waitresses have conversations with the guests, it was so great to see. We had Susanna and her sister and they were so sweet to us. They all are so hospitable and genuinely great people. We have tried many many Italian restaurants in the area, and this is by far the best one and a must try.“

“We received a gift card for Sonnys and decided to order one their family dinner options that comes with a half pan of whatever pasta and 3 different types of sauce, salad (we upgraded to the Sonnys Chopped salad and we're glad we did), meatballs and bread. The pasta and meat sauce was very tasty but the winner was the meatballs and salad! Super juicy and soft meatballs and the flavor was 🤌 and the salad was so jam packed with flavor and very fresh!! We will definitely be back!!!“

“Delicious food and awesome service!“

“Had dinner last night at Venuti's Banquets & Ristorante wow the food and service was nothing but 5 Stars 🙂“

“Best Sub Ever in Town .😋😋😋😋 Owner , is always very polite (Kind). Every time I go there is a privilege.“

“The staff is so kind and accommodating! Plenty of bread for the hungry kids brought out immediately! The veal parm was so good - love the marinara sauce and large portion! We enjoyed the crispy calamari, risotto and chicken piccata! Service is great!“

“Phenomenal food. The entire setting (dimmed lights, old school Italian color scheme) was tremendous. The food was exceptional. Looking forward to coming back.“

“Food is fantastic with great portions. Get you some good food here.“

“Service is excellent and warm. Food is outstanding and delicious. Highly recommend to anyone who has a taste for authentic home made Italian cuisine! We’ll be back!“

“The scratch food is AMAZING! We had Rachel as our server, and was delighted! She's responsive and friendly. And their whole staff was a well oiled machine! And, great wine!“

“We were a fan of the fabulous food already. But when my husband and daughter planned a surprise Birthday party for me, we were VERY impressed. They said whenever they asked Ricardo for something the only thing they heard was: No problem! OR… Whatever you need! And ALL of our guests complimented the food and most took home doggie bags. If you need a party room and want to work with the most accommodating staff - give Ricardo a call. If I could give a 10 star rating - I would. I promise you won’t be disappointed!“

“Wonderful food and service!!“

“Dined with Pietanza's several times and each time we're more impressed. Quickly becoming my favorite restaurant.“

“Great food and service!!“

“Excellent food and service. Will definitely be back. Great happy hour options as well.“

“I just had a "Picante" sub sandwich. Wow, what a delicious meal! Bring your appetite, because your taste buds arent going to want to stop.“

“Food was fabulous! Margarita Pizza and cheesecake crepe both delicious“

“Everything we ordered, beef/sausage combo , baptized with giardinera + regular baptized beef with sweet peppers and an order of fries. The best!
Young man at the counter was very upbeat, genuine, and professional. He came to our table to help me download the new app and apply the points from my purchase. What a sweetheart.
The place was very well kept; clean, no napkins on the floor. Clean tables. Not like Port!//@$.“

“My mom and sister-in-law hosted my bridal shower here in September. The staff at Rosemary & Jeans were very friendly! They did an amazing job waiting on us and making sure we had enough food and drinks. They also allowed my mom and sister-in-law to come in early and decorate the space. Everyone raved about the food and drinks (especially the chicken & sausage cacciatore and the prosecco bar!) I would highly recommend using Rosemary & Jeans to host your next party!“

“Amazing pizza! Every ingredient and the tomato sauce was absolutely delicious. Will be ordering from here for my pizza dinner nights from now on!“

“Villaggio Ristorante Dear Beto, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible experience my family and I had at Villaggio Ristorante for my daughter's wedding shower on May 18, 2025. From start to finish, every detail was handled with such care and professionalism. Your dedication to excellence shines through in every aspect of your restaurant. The service was impeccable—your staff was attentive, kind, and ensured that every guest felt welcomed and comfortable. And the food—absolutely exquisite! Every dish was prepared to perfection and left a lasting impression on everyone who attended. You truly go above and beyond for your guests, and it does not go unnoticed. This special day was made even more memorable because of the warmth and hospitality you and your team provided. Thank you again for everything. I will happily recommend Villaggio Ristorante to all my family and friends, knowing they will receive nothing but the best. Warm regards, Julie Loverdi“

“We were there Friday night me and my best friend. The manager was exceptional. Food was on point like always.“

“What a stand out team thats making this phenomenal beef with love in their hearts for a good customer experience and interaction. Kristen was killing it on the floor, seemed like she knew every customer and had for years. People like Kristen and her crew don’t just appear out of thin air, come see for yourself…“

“Amazing!! Best food and service in town!!!“

“Three chicken entrees along with ravioli. Caprese Salad and calamari as appetizers. Sides of broccoli and green beans. Excellent preparation of fresh ingredients paved perfectly. Our server made great recommendations and served as if we were family. Closed with the sampler desserts of which the chiclet cake was the clear winner.“

“the food was phenomenal and great size for its price. the service is nice and the overall a great resturant.“

“What a surprise. This is no typical pizzeria!The chef knows his way around a kitchen. My Branzino was fantastic. Misto griglio appetizer was the best I've had. Other diners enjoyed veal, chicken and pasta. It's a beautiful modern restaurant with great food and attentive service. Go!“

“Great place- very good food, Old Neighborhood Italian 🇮🇹 classic ambiance!“

“First time here. Mary was my server and she was very helpful, special was very good. Would come back again“

“Best Italian restaurant in the world! Fantastic atmosphere“

“I was on a soft diet for that diet and I thought of Olive Garden. I place a take out order because i had just left the hospital. I got there they was closed. I was willing to wait and i am glad i did. The food was great, Customer service meet my expectation. Branden was very friendly and professional. He is an asset to the company. I had not been to Olive Garden since you guys moved. I enjoyed my food. Hat off to the cooks. I will return very soon.“

“Great pizza right here, used to love Little Caesar’s now I changed to Pizza Now because the pizza is way better“

“Paisans is quickly becoming one of our favorite restaurants. The bbq chicken salad is my favorite salad in the area. It's hearty, large portion, and always consistent. If you're into chicken vesuvio you should get it here yum yum yum especially the potatoes. We also enjoy their thin cut pizza because it's still thick enough to hold the toppings but is never burnt on the bottom like other places. The meat is quality too when it comes to the toppings we enjoy the pepperoni and sausage. The only potential negative is the restaurant is always extremely noisy but it's a pizzeria and bar so can't really expect anything different and the food is worth it.“

“Had a wonderful dinner celebrating a friend’s birthday. Great service, excellent food. Just wish it wasn’t so loud and they had more parking.“

“If you're looking for a perfect date night spot, this is it! We did see families enjoying their dinner too, so great for families. The atmosphere, service and food is top tier!!! 💯 Hands down, best filet and chicken vesuvio! They have live music on the weekends, which makes it fun for a night out with friends too!“

“This restaurant is my favorite go to when i visit Chicago. I live in Yorktown Virginia but i was born and raised in the west side of Chicago. For the past 5 years i have been going to Rocco Vinos because the food is great , the service was wonderful, and the price was good. As A result , I have been able to transport many pizzas back to Virginia. I will be clear , Virginia is not known for their pizza. Tino Mola , the manager , has helped me by preparing pizzas for me to be able to transport by car back to Virginia. My friends are overwhelmed by these great pizzas I bring back. They always want to know when I'm coming back and ask me to get them more. We have an Uno's pizza here but that's not a good representation of Chicago food. I will drive to Chicago before going to Uno's. And when I do , I'm going to see my friends at Rocco Vino's.“

“Great pizza and great service!“

“We arrived late and were tired and hungry. Miss Maria was so nice and kind to serve us. My burger and my daughters salmon Caesar salad were wonderful. Miss Maria knew we were stressed out, she was there to take care of us. We were in town for my cousins funeral and Miss Maria was most accommodating of our needs. We returned in the am for a very nice breakfast.“

“Great Food and service! Yummy wine and great Old Fashioned!“

“I have been shopping at Jewel for many years. Also I’ve had my prescriptions in the pharmacy I moved my prescriptions to the Fox Lake pharmacy years ago because it’s the closest to me before that I was at the Grayslake one, so I’ve been with them for many years. I’ve had enough. The pharmacist behind the counter has done nothing but give me a hard time about getting my prescriptions, I don’t overtake. I am there just at the time that I should be and there should be no reason he held my prescriptions back. I’ve had enough for one month. I went completely without my prescription because he refused to hand it over same thing happened when I wanted to leave town and get my prescription one day early as the doctor released it the insurance released it, but he would not , I’ve had enough it’s time to go on social media and let them know what’s going on and I put it off. I didn’t say anything for over a year. I’m tired now I’ve had enough!!!!“

“Great atmosphere…pizza was fantastic…They have outdoor dining which is always a plus.“

“Little Pops NY Pizzeria Trattoria is a true hidden gem in Lisle, Illinois! From the moment I walked in, I felt like I had stepped into a classic New York pizzeria. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with that perfect blend of charm and nostalgia that instantly reminded me of NYC. The lasagna is absolutely incredible—layers of perfectly cooked pasta, rich and flavorful sauce, and just the right amount of cheese. Every bite was pure comfort food bliss! Of course, their pizza and other Italian dishes are top-notch as well, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Let's also, not forget about the outstanding Red Velvet Cheesecake! Chefs kiss! Beyond the amazing food, the customer service is outstanding. The staff is friendly, attentive, and truly makes you feel at home. They go above and beyond to ensure a great dining experience. If you're craving authentic New York flavors with a warm and inviting atmosphere, Little Pops is the place to be! I’ll definitely be coming back for more. 🍕❤️“

“The wings were really really good and burger was soo cheesy and delicious! Perfect comfort food to fulfill your cheesy cravings!! Absolutely recommend :)“