50 Best Italian Restaurants near Orland Hills

“All the food is amazing!! service is fast and freindly!! The best chicken marsala on the planet!!! in my opinion.“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Frankie’s, established in 1988, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing meal.

One of the highlights of my visit was the outstanding service provided by Alex. From the moment we were seated, Alex was attentive and knowledgeable, ensuring that we had everything we needed. she took the time to recommend some of the restaurant's best dishes, which truly enhanced our dining experience. Her friendly demeanor and genuine passion for providing excellent service made us feel valued and welcomed.

The food at Frankie’s was equally impressive. Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. It’s clear that they prioritize quality ingredients and preparation. The combination of delicious food and Alex’s amazing service made for a memorable evening.

Overall, I highly recommend Frankie’s for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience. With its rich history and commitment to excellence, it’s a place that will keep you coming back for more. Thank you, Alex, for making our visit so enjoyable!“

“mario was amazing!! he is funny, attentive & very knowledgeable! the manager nick is just as excellent! the restaurant is clean, quick & very delicious! highly recommend & make sure you request mario!!! the bruschetta is AMAZING!!!“

“We cannot Thank You enough for the perfect 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration we had this weekend at Bella Mia Fine Dining! The food was fabulous and your staff was so attentive! Everyone had a great time!“

“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!💕“

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

“INCREDIBLE Italian cuisine. Everything was made fresh to order by the owner himself, who also was our server! Small quaint little spot, like your typical little old school italian eatery in Little Italy! Highly reccommend! Oh, the best Vodka Sauce I have ever had in my life. Try the wrapped eggplant in Vodka Sauce, Maddone!“

“fantastic food, you don't have to go to the city for best in class Italian fare 🙏- RIP Patrick you are a legend“

“Had Rocco's special, grilled sausage with Melrose peppers and a chilled salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and olives. Oh so good.“

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

“Fast and friendly delivery. Amazing flavor in the pizza!“

“Pyszne jedzenie, miła obsługa bardzo pozytywna atmosfera. każdemu z czystym sercem polecę. owoce morza pychota. Bywam prywatnie i z grupami i każdy wraca zadowolony“

“Best date night spot! I always get pink lemonade & chicken parm! We try different appetizers, the last time was the garlic cheese curds and they were exactly what I'd expect! So garlicy in the outside and gooey cheese on the inside. The staff is so friendly, the food is so delicious. Highly recommend trying to get a booth if you can! It's a whole different experience eating in their booth(although the table doesn't change the yummy food).“

“I've been a customer of Mary's since she first opened, hobbling around on a leg scooter with an injured foot her first couple of weeks in business! She has developed Caffe Milan into an absolutely incredibly delicious, dependable deli & catering service! We've never been disappointed whether it's been for a yummy sandwich or a catered order for a family event or a fundraiser! 10 stars!“

“Love the atmosphere, the food and drinks...always awesome, however I recently find the professionalism of the staff to be lacking and what's with the dress code or should I say lack there of? Its not a sports bar...a bartender dressed in a Hawaiian Shirt with pineapples says I'm on the beach with Tome Cruise in the movie "Cocktail". Not what people expect to see in Balagios.“

“Everything from start to finish was perfect! We came with friends and reserved a table for four by the window. The food was excellent! We all tried various dishes, which Were very, very good! The portions were very generous, the bread , coffee, and pasta were all very fresh! The desserts were excellent! We will be definitely coming back!“

“This place has all the qualities of fine dining with a family atmosphere. The food is great, reasonably priced, and the service is outstanding! The manager Frank exhibits a work ethic seldom seen anymore and it shows in the results of his efforts in the wonderful dining experience you have each time you set foot in Gatto's. And he always makes you feel like you are welcome and appreciated!“

“This is a hidden gem.

The Italian sub was very delicious along with the meatball sub.

If you haven't been to Jullianni's Puzza, you are missing out.

Staff is very friendly.“

“We dined here tonight for the 1st time and Rosebud exceeded our expectations! Very welcoming from the moment we walked in until we left. Service was Great, Alex was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Food was outstanding, portions justified the price! Management was very helpful with a certificate that was no longer accepted but they honored it anyway as a courtesy. Great business sense, making the customer happy! We can't wait to come back!“

“Great food and service. Would recommend dining there.“

“Excellent pasta bolognese! Wine selection is good & great staff.“

“Love eating at Enrico’s. Friendly staff and the food is delicious.“

“Chesdan’s is a long-time pizza and pasta spot in Homer Glen. It’s on the small side but don’t let its small size fool you, they serve absolutely top quality delectable dishes! Our favorite is the Jimmy’s Rigatoni. A must try!!! Get the full size dish to share with your love or to take some home. The serving staff are always friendly and the atmosphere is what you’d expect from a small Italian style eatery. A visit will not disappoint and I think you’ll return again and again. A+“

“Their pizza is delicious. My family loves pizza. We have tried many is the surrounding area and nothing compares to Guardi's. It has become a staple for take out in my house. Their service is great (I have never arrived and had to wait for my order) and the employees have always been extremely friendly and sufficient. It's worth giving them a try.“

“Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding.“

“Morhgan is your the best!!“

“This is absolutely the best Italian Restaurant in all of Chicago area. Maybe in the USA.
We got the veal parmigiana and their famous pizza. The pizza was absolutely the best I ever had. The crust was perfect. The sauce perfect. The cheese fresh and tasty. The have a secret herb and spice. I don’t know what it is but it creates the best pizza I ever ate. The veal was so good served with homemade spaghetti. The sauce was magical. Nice atmosphere, quick service.
What a wonderful dinner.
Thank you Ben! Your grandpa would be proud that you continued the excellent dinners he created years ago. This place should be on everyone’s bucket list.
World’s best Tiramisu too.“

“Everything there runs better when MARY is working. She is friendly, efficient and seems to be able to multitask better than most employees at the Oak Lawn location. She’s the best !“

“Came here last night (2-23-25) a couple hours before close. We had a group of about 10 of us. The food quality is whats expected when you go to Olive Garden. Im writing this review specifically to speak on how great the service was. I believe our waiters name was Nick M (at least according to the receipt) and he was fantastic - especially for us being a big-ish group coming in a bit late in the night. Nick was attentive, courteous, funny, and kind. He checked up on us and didn't forget a single item for anyone or make a single mistake! He was also overall very kind, which our table needed as we have been going through a rough time. Thank you, Nick, for your great service and spreading your kindness to some folks that really needed it 1000/10! You're a rockstar!“

“Pyszne jedzenie, miła obsługa bardzo pozytywna atmosfera. każdemu z czystym sercem polecę. owoce morza pychota. Bywam prywatnie i z grupami i każdy wraca zadowolony“

“We have used Don Monacos for 2 graduation parties now and will use them again. The food is amazing, the owners are the kindest people and the amount of food you get for the price is unbeatable. I HIGHLY recommend Don Monacos for any party or get together.“

“I had ordered the sausage & Italian beef slices with fries and I had a great conversation with the man up front while I waited. I was satisfied with the slices I received and the fresh fries that were made from me. Overall great experience?.“

“Taste great! Go there every time we’re in Frankfort! Introduced my husband to a dry beef sandwich he loved it that way!“

“Went on a less busy weekday to pick up my order and it was brought to my window within 2 minutes of me arriving. The person who greeted me was very friendly and the food was hot and ready to eat when I got home while being well packaged. Would definitely do this again to treat myself!“

“Everything was perfect. Friday night date with my wife. She is Italian. First place we have ever dined at that reminded her of home. I ordered chicken Parm. She had shrimp special. Conolia to take home. So much food. Amazing atmosphere including top notch service. I promise to take her back to have ravioli and meatballs.“

“Once more- 5 stars reserved- but this is a great Pop's location. I love the beef/sausage combo and their burgers can't be beaten by the BIG chains. Grilled burgers, chicken parm, all great! Service is always fast & friendly, and the restaurant is kept very clean. Can't forget tp mention the Gyros & homemade soup & chili. ?

Parking: Lots of free parking.“

“EXCELLENT FOOD! Great service“

“The young man, Erik, who waited on me was so very polite. its a rarity ro find someone as polite and easy going as he was. based on his great attitude alone the place gets 5 stars.“

“Best French fries in the world never had a bad meal here.“

“Family has been coming here for years!! Love everyone ❤️“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ !!!“

“This has become the go to place after events/celebrations such as graduation or band concerts. The pizza is delicious and the family is always so welcoming!“

“First time Visiting and had an amazing experience. The customer service was fantastic. The waiters were extremely nice and helpful. I did not have to ask for my water to be re filled. Everything was absolutely delicious and the prices are great 😊 5 out of 5 stars ✨“

“Amazing staff, amazing food. 🤌“

“Warm friendly prompt deli service fresh quality meats and did I say friendly“

“Fantastic food, service & staff as always. Always going above & beyond for ya“

“Great atmosphere, great food, and dog friendly patio. Even with being busy and shorthanded, they still provided world class service with an amazing staff. Looking forward to coming back!“

“Detroit pizza is great. 7“

“Best pizza around hands down great staff“

“Italian cooking. …outdoor music as well.“