50 Best Italian Restaurants near East Dundee

“This is my third visit to Aliano’s.

Me and my six besties from childhood dined at Aliano’s this past Thursday evening. We were seated in the enclosed outside area, which was perfect for our group.

Our server was fun and very attentive, but not pushy. We were also assisted by another server throughout our evening and she was wonderful, as well.

Our food was very delicious, hot, well prepared and the specials were not the typical Italian fare found at other restaurants.

I had the lamb chops. These were not the baby lamb chops often found elsewhere. These were very nice sized chops and were absolutely delicious. I didn’t eat all of my meal and reheated the leftovers for dinner the next evening. They were even better!!!!

The only thing I would improve on is the sharpness of the steak knives. They are definitely dull, at least the one I had, and could use a sharpening.

Great job on a very fun and memorable evening!“

“Wonderful service and food! Eric, the manager, is excellent checking in with diners and ensuring they have everything they need.“

“We had our rehearsal dinner here Oct 17. It was amazing. The food was allergy friendly. The drinks were great. Prices were reasonable. This is now in my top 3 favorite restaurants. Can’t wait to come back. Also the creme brulee was amazing. 🤤“

“My husband and I love everything about florios!! It is our go to date night spot and we love to bring friends/family whenever we can. This place is delightful and the ambiance is beautiful! The food is AMAZING! It is delicious, authentic, and keeps us coming back for more. We have gone for anniversary, birthdays, and family gatherings. It is our new favorite spot!“

“My husband and I owned a mobile Hot Dog Stand I ran it in Northwest Indiana. I sold Bari Beef Sandwiches. I was famous for my Beef sandwiches . I have and will always swear by Bari Beef!!!! We have moved all over the country the last 9 years and just moved to Bartlett Illinois. I just found out I live only 9.8 miles from Bari factory store …… I think I have died and gone to Heaven!!! On a side note. I had a deal for all new customers who questioned whether I had the best beef sandwiches. I told them “You buy my Beef sandwich and if you do t think it’s the best you have ever had I will give you your money back!” I have NEVER had to give anyone their money back!!! You are the best!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Great Place and the staff is always there for you“

“Last night's dinner was truly wonderful. The amazing food and exceptional staff made our anniversary celebration unforgettable. Special thanks to Armando, Pete, and Brennan for their outstanding service. We will definitely be back.“

“We typically use the drive thru. We like your food, always fresh and tasty. Tonight I had the chicken avocado and strawberry salad. The salad was fresh, walnuts were sweet and crispy, dressing was very creamy. The only criticism I have is my chicken avocado and strawberry salad had no avocados. I do understand sometimes you can run out of ingredients or supply chain issues can interfere with menus. I would just ask to have this made known to us upon ordering or upon discovery, all in the interest of good customer service that you usually do deliver.“

“The food is delicious every time.“

“My girls and I just had a quick dinner here before ballet class and it was awesome! Can’t believe we waited so long to visit, we’ll be back soon! Food and service were 👍🏻👍🏻 all the way!“

“hot oven grinders with extra hot peppers tomatoes &pickles one to eat there one to take home“

“Had ordered two entrees, one of them was vegan for pickup. Without me even asking, the manager gentleman told me that they purposely prepared it outside of the other foods. Not only do they cook delicious veggie friendly meals, they also go the extra. Simply excellent.“

“Ordered catering (Fiesta di Gallos and the Gallos package) for event this past weekend. Everything was hot and delicious. Will definitely use them again.“

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

“Main dish was good. Salad dressing needed some oil as the consistency just dripped as if no oil was added. The dressing puddled on the bottom of the bowl and did not dress the salad. The iced tea tasted like it was made from concentrate. This may seem a little nit picking but at their price point I feel the critique is reasonable.“

“Food was good and because they forgot my shake homie hooked it up with a large, the review if you you my booii“

“i recently had a disappointing experience at a restaurant that I felt compelled to share. I went there for dinner with my fiancée, mother, and our two young kids, ages 3 and 1. Initially, the dinner was fantastic; we were enjoying our time together and the food was great. However, after about an hour and 20 minutes, we were abruptly told we had to leave because of other reservations. This was incredibly frustrating, especially since I still had my drink left, and we had just paid our tab As we were leaving, we encountered a manager and inquired about the situation. To our shock, she responded by asking if we knew how to read English, which felt incredibly rude and unprofessional. I pulled up my reservation online and nowhere does it say there was a time limit. To make matters worse, as we walked through the bar to exit, she followed my mother and physically shoved her three times. This kind of behavior is completely unacceptable in any establishment, and it left a sour taste in what could have been a lovely evening. We called the cops to make a report as the manager "lucy" (she told me this was her name) should never be able to touch a customer. Especially since we were not refusing to leave AND my kids were there to witness it all. In the car my son kept asking why the lady pushed my mom . This shouldn't be something I need to answer as it never should have happened. She tried telling the cops she did not have the "intent" to hurt but to get us out . Yet we were not even refusing to leave...only letting her know it was rude as we still had stuff that was unfinished that we paid for. I understand that restaurants have to manage reservations, but there are respectful ways to handle these situations. Additionally, she left it up to the waiter to tell us we had to leave . I won't be returning, and I hope this feedback helps others make an informed decision. And please , if you were in the bar / restaurant when this all happened , speak up on how wrong it was of her to push someone like that.“

“We love going for the entertainment, including Adam behind the bar lol“

“Number one ☝️ 🤠 in Streamwood Illinois“

“Our family’s favorite pizza in Barrington. Always great food!“

“During the 7 Friday’s of Lent we went to 5 different fish fry’s, and without a doubt Moretti’s was the best. Not only was the price the best, the amount of fish was the most without AYCE. Great French Fries, homemade coleslaw and plenty of tartar sauce. Another plus was Happy Hour Coors Light drafts for $3. I’d like to thank our server ( Will M. )for doing a great job.“

“We went to Woodfire for my birthday. The food and service is excellent. Vicki was our server and she was very friendly and attentive. The food is so fresh and homemade. The pizza crust is crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. There is an assortment of types of pizza, but the cheese pizza is the best I’ve ever had. The pasta is rich and delicious. It’s cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce is amazing. The appetizers, home brewed beer, and desserts are phenomenal too. Step aside Coopers Hawk, I have a new favorite restaurant!“

“You can bring dog. Fast and good service.“

“Ate there last night. The food was incredible and the service was outstanding. I’m pretty picky about vodka pasta and this one was the best I’ve ever had. The restaurant has such a fun modern 1920s vibe. They also have a kids menu so it’s great for date night or a family outing.“

“delicious sandwiches and I wouldn't consider anybody else for my catering needs.“

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“Great food, great prices.“

“Had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend“

“On a cold frigid night. we ordered pizzas and food was delivered hot and prompt.Delicious pizza as always!“

“We tried Banushi’s today and really liked it. Grew up on Chicago pizza and this is Chicago in Algonquin. Crispy crust, good sauce. My husband likes lots of cheese, I prefer light cheese - this was the perfect compromise. Pickles appetizer and chicken soup were also good. Can’t wait to try the Chicken Parm. Great service, you can tell they take pride in what they do. We prefer to support local family places, we will be back!“

“So many choices and the food is always great.“

“Held an event for nearly 300 there and couldn't be happier. Staff was great to work with and food was great. Every comment received from those attending the event was positive! Looking to hosting our event there again in 2025“

“Anna is a fabulous server, helpful and attentive.“

“NPT is the best pizza in the suburbs of Chicago! It is Neopolitan style pizza and they have pasta dishes as well. Their appetizers are excellent, their Tiramisu is top notch, and they have a good selection of wines and Italian sodas. Get over to NPT for authentic Neopolitan pizzas!“

“This is our go-to place for gluten-free pizza. As opposed to another popular nearby pizza place, the crust is actually fully baked. The GF crust is decent. Not as good as real crust, but better than others in the area. As with any GF pizza, I’d recommend eating it all the first night, as it’s never as good reheated.“

“the foid was good the bartenders friendly, on the spot and gave service with a smile! band was great! dance floor tight tho.“

“Celebrated with family and couldn't believe the SPECTACULAR birthday treat! While most restaurants are cutting back, this Rosati's in Hoffman Estates TREATED us with a huge dessert! Enough for all to enjoy! And their daily specials are the best. Our server Kaitlyn was so thoughtful and made us feel so welcome. Don't miss out on this hidden gem of a restaurant!“

“Miss this place it’s been years. And it didn’t disappoint. We got the western.“

“It was a great visit for happy hour and our waitress Lani was the best ! She also made our drink in the bar and it was one of the best old fashioned I’ve ever had. We got 2 personal pizzas and meatballs for our appetizer. Great place to wind down after a busy day .“

“Zzas Italian beef is my absolute fave!! Fresh cut fries are amazing. We just tried meat lovers Square pizza...DELISH!“

“Great pizza, wish they had zeppole on the dessert menu, it’s the only Rosati’s location I can’t find them at which results me in ordering from the next restaurant. I attached what zeppole look from the other locations, they don’t even have the appetizer version with the marinara. Crazy because they’re big sellers at other locations and they run out.“

“Anyone who says this place isn't good has no taste or hasn't found what they like. Listen, the pasta is not your go to. This is a Pizza spot. The pizza, especially the thin crust is absolutely delicious. One of the only local pizza spots left in town and it's worth the price.“

“we always order from rosatis we order 2 pizzas one double dough and one thin crust when you say light sauce on the double dough they due i never have to say real light because of my stomic i cant have much sauce they always due great for me the other pizza always taste good . thank you for great service“

“I’ve been to plenty of pizza places, but Papa Saverio’s really stands out. The pizza is always hot, fresh, and loaded with toppings. The crust has the perfect balance of crisp and chew, and the sauce actually tastes homemade—not bland like a lot of other chains. Beyond the pizza, their pasta, sandwiches, and wings are just as good. The portions are generous and you always get your money’s worth.

The staff here is friendly, fast, and they actually care about getting the order right. Whether I call in, order online, or stop by for pickup, everything runs smoothly. It’s rare to find a place that feels this consistent.

If you’re looking for a place that serves quality food with great service, Papa Saverio’s is the spot. Easily my go-to in town!“

“Disappointing. Have given this place a few tries, but last night was the last. Ordered a sausage pizza and there literally was 1 piece of sausage per slice on majority of the slices of pizza. Some slices actually had no sausage. Plus it was dry. Lifted up the cheese and there was barely any sauce. And, end pieces had no cheese. Took a pick when it was mostly gone....we were hungry so ate in anyways. We were very disappointed. A bad night maybe ? They weren't busy at all, no one inside. Really wanted to love this place, but....“

“DELISH!!!! The Chicago Classic is a MUST HAVE! And the service is great :-)“

“Had an awesome time at this Rosati’s! The team here is super welcoming and really attentive. My food was prepared fast, and the pizza was absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself is clean, cozy, and well-maintained. Definitely one of the best pizzas I have enjoyed in a long time. Totally worth recommending.!“

“we had a great night at Lou's, the place was pretty busy despite the weather, and the staff here were really nice and friendly. Good deals on pizza and other dishes, really flavorful pizza, and I especially loved the sauce and the amount of toppings made for the best pizza I've had in a while. We really look forward to visiting again soon.“

“We recently had a luncheon at Moretti's in Elgin after the funeral of my mother, and I cannot say enough good things about our experience. From the beginning, the professionalism of manager, Felicia, her kindness, and willingness to make this as easy as possible for us during such a difficult time is deeply appreciated. Everything was top-notch: the accommodations, the food, and the service. We can and will definitely recommend for anyone needing a venue in the future. Thank you so very much!“

“loved this place. the service and the pizza were the past in the state“