31 Best Italian Restaurants near East Peoria

Johnny's Italian Steakhouse Italian • $$$
101 Holiday St, East Peoria

Customers` Favorites

Heart of Italy Combination Fettuccine Top Sirloin Chicken Parmesan
Complimentary Bread Basket
Johnny's House Salad
Warm Chocolate Cake
Char-Broiled Ribeye
Crab Stuffed Shrimp
Hot Chocolate Cake
Banana Cheesecake
Stuffed Mushrooms
Chophouse Reuben

“I was very impressed!!! I really enjoyed the privacy curtains. The food was very good cooked perfectly! the service was perfect as well very polite and checked in frequently to be sure everything was good and we had everything we needed. I will be back and recommend to all my friends! If I had 1 complaint I guess I'd say the prices but in reality you get what you pay for all around here. It's worth it to me! I do not recommend this as a restaurant for kids. ☆☆☆☆☆“

4.2 Good143 Reviews
Michael's Italian Feast Italian • $
1302 E Washington St, East Peoria

Customers` Favorites

Italian Beef & Cheese Sandwich
Italian Beef with Cheese
Spaghetti Family Feast
Garlic Bread w Cheese
Spaghetti Dinner
1 2 Mike's Sub
Cinnamon Bread
Pizza Bread
Meatballs
Turkey Sub

“I no longer even live in Illinois. But I always make it a point to go to a Michael's and get some subs, garlic bread, and some of their amazing cinnamon bread. You just don't find the bread density and sweetness anywhere else. That combined with pretty decent ingredients. Makes for something that I always seek every single time I make my way into Illinois again. Good deals and decent prices also definitely help. Everybody also loves their bucket of spaghetti which always comes out great and is always a good staple whenever we order the family feasts“

4.2 Good32 Reviews
Avanti's Ristorante - East Peoria Italian • $
2320 E Washington St, East Peoria

Customers` Favorites

Avanti’S Famous Gondola
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
Gondola Sandwich and Salad
Avanti's Pasta Feast
Garlic Cheese Bread
Chicken Parmigiana
Italian Chef Salad
Chicken Parmesan
Homemade Lasagna
Gondola Deluxe

“Avanti's is a Midwest icon and for good reason, it's dependable. Everything is always decent, not gourmet but always good. A plain iceberg lettuce salad is just as described on the menu. Truth in advertising! They're not trying to be anything but themselves. I appreciate that. The lasagna noodles were a little past soft and kind of disintegrated into the sauce. But again, it tasted really good. I ate every bit of it and I'll go again when I'm in town because I can depend on it.“

4 Good68 Reviews
Rizzi's Italian Restaurant Italian • $$
4613 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria - 5.5 miles

Customers` Favorites

Veal Parmigiana with Angel Hair Pasta
Giant Cheese Stuffed Meatball
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Chocolate Ice Box Cake
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Pesto Crusted Salmon
Sausage and Peppers
Fettuccine Alfredo
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken Rollatini

“Absolutely, fantastic! From the drinks, to the food, and service. Alexis, at the bar, took extremely good care of my husband, son, and I. She was personable and on top of everything even when she was being pulled in every direction. I am so glad we stumbled upon Rizzi’s.“

4.4 Superb118 Reviews
Michael's Italian Feast Italian • $
605 Upper, Ten Mile Creek Rd, Germantown Hills - 8.85 miles

Customers` Favorites

Italian Meatball Sandwich
Italian Sausage Sandwich
Italian Beef with Au Jus
Spaghetti Family Feast
Garlic Bread w Cheese
Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Tortellini Dinner
Lasagna Dinner
Cinnamon Bread
Grilled Cheese

“I would recommend Michael’s to anyone looking for great Italian food. The food is great and the staff is extremely friendly. The restaurant has a great atmosphere.“

4.5 Superb45 Reviews
Joe's Original Italian & Martini Bar Italian • $$
4609 N Prospect Rd, Peoria Heights - 5.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sausage and Peppers
Fettuccini Di Thar
Baked Mostaccioli
Joe's House Salad
Pasta Compamare
Chicken Parmesan
Lobster Ravioli
Grilled Salmon
Chicken Piccata
Ahi Tuna Dinner

“It was the husband and I’s first time and we were very thankful for our waitress, Melissa. She took the time and went over things with us, and she was very pleasant and helpful to us. All of the food was great… and we will be back with friends!“

4.4 Superb53 Reviews
LaGondola Spaghetti House Italian • $
1917 S Main St, Morton - 7.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Bread with Cheese
Spaghetti Family Feast
Tortellini Dinner
Half Garlic Bread
Italian Meatball
Spaghetti Dinner
Cinnamon Bread
Half Torpedo
Family Salad
Pizza Burger

“Swung by to grab a bite for lunch. Nice little place, has about 7 or so booths to dine in. I ordered the tuna melt, it's was okay. They use a tuna salad with all the trimmings vs just tuna, so it had a little more 'flair' and crunch than I was expecting, but was still good and covered in a heafty amount of cheese. Family also got the pizza bread, that also come covered in cheese and was good. I didn't have it this time, but in the past have gotten their pasta and garlic bread and is really good, I like what they do with their sauce, has a good flavour to it! Will def swing by again when around!“

4.6 Superb26 Reviews
Bernardi's Restaurant Italian • $
2137 Washington Rd, Washington - 6.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

It Was Tortellini and Italian Sausage I Cleaned My Plate so I Got to Have Dessert
Green Beans Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Our Famous Fried Chicken
Garlic Cheddar Nuggets
Fried Stuffed Shrimp
Giant Garlic Pretzel
Chicken Bruschetta
Full Rack of Ribs
Fried Green Beans

“A little slow, but it feels like slow of dining in Italy. Any sangria you get is amazing (I’ve had multiple seasonal flavors). Everything is good. Highlights: Chicken parm, baked tortellini, Cajun shrimp, fried chicken.

Dietary restrictions: They have gluten free cheese ravioli

Parking: If the place is packed, parking is hard

Kid-friendliness: Kids were present, not sure of a kids menu, but who doesn’t love noodles and free bread basket?

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramps to get in“

4.4 Superb47 Reviews
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Italian • $
3915 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria - 8.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Giant Sized Chicken Parmesan with a Side of Alfredo
Fettuccine Alfredo with Breaded Chicken
Giant Meatball with Spaghetti
Chicken Parmigiana & Alfredo
Shrimp and Chicken Carbonara
Soup Salad and Bread Sticks
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara
Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno
Chocolate Brownie Lasagna
Spaghetti and Meatballs

“I dined with a party of 3 and we were extremely impressed with the service we received from Dallas Brown. Friendly, willingness to adapt dishes to our preferences, efficient and continual checks with all of us are a few of the qualities that describe her service. She definitely makes me want to come back again! Thank you!“

4.2 Good226 Reviews
Jimbo's Jumbo Italian • $
1007 N 8th St, Pekin - 7.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Cheese Fries and Breaded Ravioli
Jimbos Italian Steak Sandwich
Hawaiian Birthday Pizza
Grilled Chicken Salad
Garlic Cheese Bread
Jimbos Potato Salad
Hot Ham and Cheese
Mozzarella Sticks
BBQ Beef N Cheddar
Gluten Free Pizza

“Honestly hands down one of the best places to get a fresh made sub. The staff is extremely kind and love having a chat every time I go in there! I can’t recommend this place enough!“

4.3 Superb56 Reviews
La Gondola Spaghetti House Italian • $
6100 S Adams St, Bartonville - 3.93 miles

Customers` Favorites

Half Cheese Garlic Bread
Fresh Baked Bread 16
Garlic Bread Loaf
Hot Ham & Cheese
Spaghetti Dinner
Turkey Torpedoes
Cinnamon Bread
Ravioli Dinner
Pizza Burger
Large Cookie

“Their pizzas are the best around. I order one every time I’m in town. Every time.“

4.3 Superb26 Reviews
LaGondola Italian • $
2996 Court St, Pekin - 8.17 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ravioli with Meat Sauce
Ham & Cheese with Chips
Half Gallon Ravioli
Ham & Cheese Lunch
Half Torpedo Lunch
Spaghetti Dinner
Cinnamon Bread
Turkey Torpedo
Beef and Cheese
Torpedo Deluxe

“Haven't had an issue ordering from this location. Food is always hot and tasty. We had a bigger order a few weeks ago and everything was accurate to what was ordered.

The bread is really good. It's on the sweeter side. My wife likes the lasagna and I like the pizza bread with sausage. The sausage is the crumbly kind which is great. You also get a nice layer of it, so that's appreciated. My other family members like the spaghetti and bread. Garlic bread is great too. Definitely recommend the family feast as a great quick family meal.“

4.1 Good31 Reviews
Connected Fine Dining • $$$
3218 N Dries Ln, Peoria - 4.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Delmonico Steak Special
Spaghetti Al Pomodoro
Rigatoni Alla Zozzona
Wild Boar Tenderloin
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Bistecca Al Barolo
Mozzarella Caprese
Chicken Parmigiana
Brussels Sprouts
Gratin Potatoes

“The food is easily a 10 out of 10. The service is exemplary, friendly and personal. I love eating there. The only con is the price of a Caesar salad, on our last visit my wife and I each got a Caesar salad to start our meal and the two salads alone was $25.00, everything else was inline with the service and atmosphere which is the best.“

4.7 Superb122 Reviews
MAIN ST Family Restaurant American • $
620 S Main St, Creve Coeur - 2.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Smothered Chopped Steak
Double Cheeseburger
Biscuits and Gravy
Corned Beef Hash
Stack of Pancakes
2 Egg Breakfast
American Fries
Chicken Strips
Fried Chicken
French Fries

“Good food/Thanks, Chefjohn C.E.C., Hunt“

4.7 Superb70 Reviews
LaGondola Spaghetti House- Creve Coeur, IL Italian • $
115 S Main St, Creve Coeur - 1.82 miles

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Bread with Cheese
Torpedo Sandwiches
Whole Torpedo
Ravioli
Sauce

“I will say the food is always good! The spaghetti fest bucket could be filled up more instead of half way but other then that I love this places food.
On the other hand. No matter how many times me or my boyfriend or both of us go in the girls working are always extremely rude or disrespectful. I try to be understanding and smile at them but there customer service skills are very poor but as I said I'm understanding.
It's 2023 no one wants to work or everyone's under staffed. So it's hard having good employees!
I am extremely happy with how close these guys are to me!
I'm 36 weeks pregnant and this place has been my biggest pregnancy cravings plus it's probably one of the only foods I can keep down!“

3.5 Good22 Reviews
Rosati's Pizza Pizza • $
137A Radio City Dr, North Pekin - 3.57 miles

Customers` Favorites

Build Your Own 10 Chicago Deep Dish or Stuffed Pizza
The Heavyweight Deep Dish or Stuffed
Ham & Pineapple Deep Dish
Rosati's Cheef Sandwich
Italian Beef Sandwich
Rosati's Breadsticks
Garlic Cheese Bread
Chicago-Style Pizza
Rosato Breadsticks
Chicken Parmigiana

“Ate there today with friends - service was great and friendly and everything was DELICIOUS!“

4.3 Superb181 Reviews
Chicago Grill Pizza • $
814 W Pioneer Pkwy, Peoria - 8.17 miles

Customers` Favorites

Italian Beef with Fresh Cut Fries
Jr Gyro and Fries Lunch Special
Double Cheeseburger with Fries
Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza
Hand Tossed One Topping Pizza
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Tenderloin Steak Fries
Jr Gyro & Fries Monday
Chicago Style Hot Dog
Italian Beef Sandwich

“Fast, friendly service and the food was great!“

4.5 Superb48 Reviews
Avanti Ristorante - Rockwood Italian • $
4711 N Rockwood Dr, Peoria - 6.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spaghetti and Meatballs All You Can Eat
The Famous Gondola Half Loaf
Kid's Gondola Sandwich
Italian Beef Sandwich
Regular Side Salad
Mozzarella Sticks
Chicken Alfredo
Pasta Primavera
Homemade Lasagna
Chicken Tenders

“Their pizza is good, but it's their pasta sauce for me that puts them over the top. I've had quite a few spaghetti's and baked mostaccioli dishes at other restaurants, but Avanti's by far has the best pasta sauce around making their spaghetti and mostaccioli mmm mmm good. Sad thing, I moved to Kentucky and for 2 years have gone without their spaghetti. Recently I took a trip to Peoria and of course I had to stop off at Avanti's and bought back spaghetti's and of course it didn't last that long lol. I've never had their gondolas, which they're famous for, but I do love their bread. I wish there was an Avanti's here in Kentucky. Thanks for the great food
🍝🍕🥖“

3.7 Good124 Reviews
Fat Jack's Pizza LLC Pizza Takeaway • $
7016 N University St, Peoria - 7.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Small - 12 Canadian Bacon Sauerkraut Pizza
Small - 12 Fat Jack's Cheesburger Pizza
Beef Supreme Tamales 3 Pieces
Small - 12 Fat Jack's Supreme
Large - 16 Sausage & Cheese
Small - 12 Hawaiian Supreme
Veggie Pizza with Sausage
Deep Fried Mushrooms 12
Pork Tenderloin Basket
Garlic Chicken Pizza

“Update:

Mark the owner called me and was amazing. He offered to absolutely make up for everything even though it was Doordash's fault. This restaurant has wonderful customer service and will definitely have our business from here on out. Thank you Mark, and thank you to your lovely wife as well.

Old review:

I don't even know where to start... This review is mostly about their delivery partner.

I just moved to Peoria, and yesterday, after 8 hours of lugging heavy boxes and furniture up 2 flights of stairs into our apartment, we decided to treat ourselves with a local pizza place.

So I called for delivery because we're sweaty and exhausted, and the employee tells me they only deliver through Doordash.

Crap. I hate Doordash. Nine times out of ten, there's an issue with the delivery. I picked a pizza place, because they usually hire their own drivers.

But we're too tired to find somewhere else to order, so I bite the bullet.

My Doordash order gets here, and of course, there's a whole pizza missing from the order. Typical Doordash. I called the restaurant and he confirmed that the pizza was still sitting there. He offered to call Doordash for a re-delivery, and I said sure, thank you.

Well, 7 phone calls back and forth with Doordash customer service, they told me 1) They'd re-deliver, 2) Oops, they couldn't reach the driver 3) Do you want a refund? 4) Oops, we can't process a refund 5) I'll ask my supervisor for a re-delivery again 6) This time I had to call, and they told me they had to "escalate the issue" 7) It is now the next day, and they tell me they have to "escalate it" again to a different team.

So now it's the next day and I'm still without my refund and without my pizza.

2 stars for the food, because what we did receive was very tasty, but after the day we had and the added stress from Doordash, I don't know if we'll ever order here again. Maybe we'll try a carryout order, but between us working crazy First Responder hours, I don't know if we'll have the time.

So, yeah, very tired, very disappointed...“

4.6 Superb27 Reviews
Saffron Social Seafood • $$$
187 SW Washington St, Peoria - 1.74 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sautéed Mushrooms
French Onion Soup
Brussels Sprouts
Bone-In Ribeye
Lobster Bisque
Steak Tartare
Pork Piccata
Crab Tots

“I can't say enough about Saffron Social! The food was phenomenal! We had the appetizer special - deconstructed sushi of lump crab, mango and cucumber - a delightful combination of goodness! And our main meal was also a special - lobster and scallops with a wine sauce over spaghetti. Could not be any better! Perfectly cooked and excellent flavor. The ambience was super stylish and our server made it extra pleasant! Oh and I can't forget the delicious smoked old fashioned. The cocoa bitters and maple syrup made it stand out! Can't wait to go back and try more things on the menu!“

4.2 Good277 Reviews
Monical's Pizza Pizza • $
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria - 8.17 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tomato Green Peppers Mushroom Pizza
16 Pepperoni Sausage and Mushrooms
Softdough Breadsticks
Individual Pleaser
Mozzarella Sticks
Thin Crust Pizza
Pleaser for Two
Pan Crust Pizza
The Point Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza

“I definitely recommend the food is great! The staff however is constantly rude. The last 3 times we’ve been there we’ve had terrible experiences with the staff.“

4.3 Superb69 Reviews
Avanti's Ristorante - N. Knoxville Italian • $
8517 Knoxville Ave, Peoria - 8.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tortellini Alfredo Seafood Alfredo
Chicken Parmesan with Meat Sauce
Garlic Breadsticks with Cheese
Garlic Bread with Mozzarella
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
6 in Avantis Special Pizza
Regular Side Salad
Chicken Parmigiana
Pizza Bread Deluxe

“Server was friendly and helpful. Salad was a little small.. Food came out fast and hot. Meatballs added were a little disappointing. Were tiny in size was figuring more close to golf ball size. Cost of extra dressing was a tad too high IMO for a paper cup of maybe an ounce and a half of dressing. Overall had a nice meal. Will stick to ordering no extras, not really needed and would rather be better spent on dessert.“

3.6 Good101 Reviews
Peoria LaGondola Spaghetti House + Leonardo's Pizza • $
700 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria - 4.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Bread with Cheese
Spaghetti and Meat Sauce
Deep Pan House Special
Tortellini Dinner
Thin Crust Pizza
Spaghetti Dinner
Italian Meatball
Turkey Torpedo
Torpedo Deluxe
Ravioli Dinner

“Love the da Vinci delight 🍕“

4.3 Superb60 Reviews
Avanti's Ristorante - Pekin Italian • $
3610 Kelly Ave, Pekin - 8.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Salad with Your Choice of Dressing
Beef Mozz with Au Jus
Tortellini Carbonara
Chicken Noodle Soup
Avanti’S Special
Linguine Carbonara
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken Chef Salad
Gondola Sandwich
Chicken Tenders

“Rough dinner service. Food was good and reasonably priced. Bill was $42 for four of us. Service was slow it was a long time for our waitress to visit the table. 2 other staff were trying to help. Waitress got one of the four orders wrong. When we went to pay there was some sort of issue with another table paying for the wrong bill so checkout took way too long. We will go back because we have had good service before and its a good value.“

3.5 Good93 Reviews
Monical's Pizza Pizza • $
111 S Parkway Dr, Pekin - 7.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Thin Crust Supreme Small
Softdough Breadsticks
Personal Pan Pizza
Thin Crust Pizza
Family Pleaser
Sausage Pizza
Baked Ravioli
Monkey Bread
Pepperollies
Bread Sticks

“Love this place! There is a reason that it’s been a local favorite for more than four decades. Always a great experience.“

4.2 Good58 Reviews
Agatucci's Restaurant Pizza • $
2607 N University St, Peoria - 4.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: No
Sausage Mushrooms Onion Pizza
Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza
Spaghetti Meat Sauce
Extra Any Topping
Agatuccis Special
Italian Sausage
Large Special
Supreme Pizza
Fried Ravioli

“I am amazed by how well the atmosphere and the food and the drinks in the service are“

4.2 Good55 Reviews
Monical's Pizza Pizza • $
6 Cherry Tree Shopping Center, Washington - 7.54 miles

Customers` Favorites

Monicals Favorite Pizza
Softdough Breadsticks
Thin Crust Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Family Pleaser
Monkey Bread
BBQ Chicken
Meatballs
Side Salad

“I visit Monicals once during the week for lunch with some of my colleagues from work. The store is well managed and the woman who works lunch taking orders and bringing the food and drinks out to the tables is friendly and has come to know our faces and what we typically order! We always have great service and definitely come back weekly for the atmosphere, speediness and quality!“

4.1 Good46 Reviews
Monical's Pizza Pizza • $
1067 W Jackson St, Morton - 6.57 miles

Customers` Favorites

Medium Thin Crust Pizza
Softdough Breadsticks
Individual Pleaser
Family Pleaser
Garlic Bread
Monkey Bread
BBQ Chicken
French Dip

“BEST. CUSTOMER. SERVICE. EVER. My son and I came in today before a Dr. appt. As we were boxing up our pizza I biffed and dropped half of it on the floor. Immediately our waitress came over and said she was going to get a fresh one to go because of my accident!!! Amazing customer service. She definitely didn’t need to that because it was my fault!! Thank you so much!!!!!“

4.1 Good42 Reviews
Monical's Pizza Pizza • $
4408 Knoxville Ave, Peoria - 5.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

Deluxe Pizza and Salad
Softdough Breadsticks
Thin Crust Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Family Pleaser
The Point Pizza
Baked Ravioli
Special Pizza
Dinner Salad
Garlic Bread

“Ronnie is an absolute treasure and adds such value to this restaurant. His personality draws you in immediately and his kind and helpful demeanor exceeded our expectations for service. Despite dining here numerous times in the past, we have never had an experience as good as this one at this location.“

3.8 Good41 Reviews
Tyroni's Pizza Pizza • $
5908 S Adams St, Peoria - 3.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Breadsticks Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes
Apple or Cherry Crisp Pizza or Calzone
House Specialty Pizza
Exploding Meatballs
House Special Pizza
Meat Supreme Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Toasted Ravioli
Chicken Wings
Fajita Chicken

“We arrived around 6:00 p.m. on a Friday night. There were only 10 people in the restaurant. We were seated and got our drinks right way. We sat for 20 minutes before anyone took our order. We got two different waitresses. The first waitress gave us poor service. The other one at least tried. It took 1 half hours just to get served and paid. I usually leave a decent tip but after this experience I left $2.00. Our food was watery and had poor flavor. We will not be returning which is sad because we usually love the food and always had good service.“

3.8 Good43 Reviews
Pizza Hut Pizza Delivery • $
513 S Parkway Dr, Pekin - 7.58 miles

Customers` Favorites

Oven-Baked Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie
Roasted Garlic Cheese Sticks
Triple Chocolate Brownie
Breaded Boneless Wings
Cinnabon Mini Rolls
Personal Pan Pizza
Cinnamon Sticks
Pepperoni Pizza
Supreme Pizza

“Pizza Hut on Perkins offers a satisfying dining experience with a wide variety of pizza options, pasta dishes, and sides. The restaurant provides a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great choice for casual meals, gatherings, or takeout. The interior is clean and well-maintained, with a friendly staff that ensures a welcoming environment.

The menu at this Pizza Hut location is extensive, featuring classic favorites like the Supreme, Meat Lover’s, and Veggie Lover’s pizzas, along with specialty pizzas and new, limited-time options. The pizza is consistently fresh, with a crispy crust and flavorful toppings that many patrons appreciate. The pasta dishes, including the popular Tuscani Pastas, are also a hit, offering hearty portions that complement the pizza selections.

The service is typically prompt, with staff members providing attentive and courteous service. However, during peak times, the wait for food can be a bit longer. The restaurant also offers convenient delivery and carryout options for those who prefer to enjoy their meal at home.

Overall, Pizza Hut on Perkins delivers good food and great value for the price. The variety of menu options, consistent quality, and friendly service make it a reliable choice for pizza lovers and families looking for a casual, enjoyable meal.“

3.2 Average32 Reviews

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