36 Best Italian Restaurants near Merrillville

“Gamba should have a Michelin Star in my opinion. From the cuisine to the staff this place is top notch. The Gamba family are truly a wonderful and kind hearted family, and is shows in all parts of the service you'll receive!“

“Thank you Jenna for a beautiful experience at Olive Garden today. My husband and I were looking for a delicious meal in a beautiful and comfortable setting. We are very happy that along with all that, we also got to meet you and be a recipient of your great service. You did everything in the right amount. Timing of your appearance upon introduction, timing of requested drink (water) to the table, timing of the requested food items (soup and salad) to the table, timing of checking on us, and the amount of times you checked on us was not intrusive. So, from the beginning to the end you could not have done a single thing better. Jenna, when we told you we appreciated your service, we hope that the tip and this shout-out helps you know we were very sincere. Thank you again and keep up your level of service.“

“Very good experience at sbarro this morning. We arrived at about 11:10, right after opening, and all of the food was out and fresh. Everything looked amazing-we wanted it all. We ended up trying the pizza, spaghetti with meatballs, and breadsticks and it was all so good. The workers were also very friendly and quick. Would definitely go back“

“My daughter and I picked a random place today, and we ended up here. Definitely didn’t know what to expect, and the menu had so many choice it was hard to decide ( a good thing )!!! The waitress was super helpful and super nice!!! My food was so good! And the portions were enough for leftovers. I will definitely try this place again. 👍“

“Our meal was delicious, server, Alex, was attentive and helpful, a pleasant dining experience“

“I've been a long time fan dating back to when they were in Calumet city. I've used them for catering several times with great success. always enjoy stopping in to grab something to eat as well. I do miss the bone-in pork chop sandwich but I can understand how selling that might be a bit of a liability. LOL all in all, the place never disappoints“

“you hungry for real great food, that's cool, me too, you should go here!!! you're welcome. staff is really nice as well.“

“The best Olive Garden in the world. Best Lasagna. Server Robert amazing auru & customer service. & the manager she was definitely holding it down she was kinda tall with short black hair. This location feels & look like a high end restaurant. Love it & Everyone is nice & respectful.“

“Highly recommend, this restaurant is always phenomenal!!! We had the stuffed shells and beef wellington last night. Everything was cooked to perfection and the service was spot on.“

“First time I've eaten here and Santina Was absolutely wonderful! She was patient as we looked over the menu and made sure we got everything we would need. She provided us with information on the online membership before we left. The food was hot and delicious & I couldnt ask for any better experience. Thank you again 😊“

“Never had a bad dish at Livios til tonight. We each had fried perch, the waitress commented how big it was. I ate one piece and couldn’t eat anymore. Had a funny taste to it. Hope we don’t get sick!“

“Beautiful ambiance, delicious Italian cuisine, and great vibes – Ciao Bella truly lives up to its name. Everything from the patio seating to the flavors is on point!“

“Went in not too long ago on a Saturday for lunch, from the time we walked in, The owners greeted us with a smile and were very personable, which is a lost art these days, so we were very comfortable from the get go, at that time we had multiple questions about the menu and AGAIN the owners explained every question we had in detail with no fluff, I ordered Italian Wedding Soup which is the BEST I’ve ever eaten, and finished with The Mostro… Great big portions and the food itself was amazing, we finished with desert and when we got the bill… again we was pleasantly surprised… I recommend to the highest powers that be that Ammirato’s Meatball Cafe is a hidden Gem and will definitely return for a different item on the menu“

“I won a gift card from Indiana 105.5 a while back, so we were having a family birthday party for my daughter last night. I ordered the very extra large t’s meats and the stuffed crust pepperoni. I highly recommend! It all was delicious! I only wish you were closer, we all would definitely use you more, we live in Wanatah. But I definitely will be back“

“Driving on route 30 in Indiana we saw State line Pizza. We decided to go in and to my surprise a nice low key pizza spot. Suzanne our waitress paid attention my order i don't eat meat. I had ordered A Ceasars salad, no idea that Ceasar salad had anchovie paste in the dressing. Suzanne informed me of my options. We also ordered the veggie thin crust pizza, well done the crust was nice and crispy just the way we like it , and the half basket appetizer which was good too and more than enough for two. This State line Pizza gets a double thumbs up.“

“Just delicious! not cheap so if you are (cheap), probably not for you.“

“Amazing food and customer service .. best around!“

“I have ordered Rosati's pizza delivery many times. Delivery was excellent however our pizza tonight was definitely not up to the regular standards. The crust was soggy, it was light on sauce, and could have cooked a few minutes more. I will continue to order Rosati pizza as I feel it is the best in the area. Maybe just a difficult night for the cook.“

“Just had Rosati's, it was fantastic. The crust was great – perfectly cooked and delicious. The sauce was Absolutely amazing. Seriously, one of the best pizza sauces I've had in a long time.
You've got to try the garlic knots; they were killer! Big shout-out to Emily for the great customer service too. She was super friendly and made the experience even better.
Highly recommend Rosati's for a top-notch pizza experience!“

“What a lovely experience! Started off with some fresh, homemade cheese sticks and a glass of their delicious Borgoña based sangria. Ended up filling up on the Guadito, Papa Rellena, and Lomo Saltado. Everything was perfect. So good. Will be back for more!“

“We love this place! The food is always hit and delicious and the servers are always friendly!“

“We had the best service and the owner is a total sweetheart ! The new “hero” sandwich was delicious, good mix of flavors and the pickled onions were the perfect touch! The steak hoagie is absolutely delicious It’s a must always our go to never disappoints !! Highly recommend this small business a million times over !!! Thank you for another amazing dinner !! ❤️“

“This Rosati's Restraunt was absolutely DELICIOUS!!
Wonderful dining experience!
Our waitress was phenomenal,friendly & attentive!
We had my daughters birthday party with family here pretty big party! They were so accommodating & food was SO fast! Our hungry crowd had more than enough food & quickly! We got a double order of shareable bread bites they are so light decadent & FULL OF FLAVOR!, with the most craveable (best ive ever eaten) Fav SAUCE!!!(& I know sauce hehe I'm Italian) (was such a crowd favorite!!!!) ( we ordered another to go) haha we got a Large pizza, a deep dish, & a small thin crust & we had TONS to take home. Best pizza in NWI!
The restraunt is adorned with cute decor, had a fireplace, fancy seating for date nights,comfy big cushioned seats,love the atmosphere as well!

They made our dining experience a wonderful celebration, including let us put our cake in the fridge till we were ready to eat it & offering us cool paper plates for cake & provided us extra cutlery!
Thank you so much Rosati's from my family, for the delicious FIRST time experience we won't forget & can't wait for many more yummy Italian meals here! We are for sure going to be regular customers now!“

“Best pizza around! You've gotta try the thin crust pizza! Bacon bits and cheese, I know it sounds plain, but it's anything but that with their sweet sauce!❤️“

“Dear Aurelio's Staff,

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional service we received during my husband's surprise 60th birthday party at your Winfield location. From the initial planning stages to the final touches on the decorations, your team was incredibly accommodating and helpful, going above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. The level of personalized attention was truly remarkable.

The party was a resounding success, largely thanks to your dedication. The food was absolutely delicious – a delightful array of options that catered to all tastes. The breadsticks were perfectly crisp, the salad refreshing, and the Mostaccioli was a particular hit. The pizza, roast beef, and the carefully curated selection of beer, wine, and soft drinks completed a truly superb spread. I was especially impressed that you were able to accommodate my request for my husband's favorite beer, even though it's not typically on your menu – that extra effort truly made a difference.

Having 50 guests and managing to stay under $20 per person was a pleasant surprise and a testament to your efficient and cost-effective catering services. More importantly, the party was a memorable and joyous occasion, exceeding all expectations. My husband had the best birthday celebration he’s ever experienced, and for that, I am eternally grateful.

Thank you again for your outstanding service and for helping to create such a wonderful and unforgettable event.

Sincerely, Victoria“

“I like to think that im a pizza connoisseur, I can look at pizza pictures and tell if it will be good or not to try. So that what I did for this place and they did not disappoint it was the best pizza I had in long time. I eat Nancy's and Italian village in Illinois, and Mama D's is way better. The pizza was thin with the right amount of sauce and cheese. Very well seasoned pizza! Im telling everyone.“

“We ordered for the first time in a LONG time and it was THE BEST pizza we had! We will 💯 be ordering more often!“

“Unfortunately I hadn’t been ordering from this Rosati’s, although it’s been in my backyard. I’d had it in the past but due to unhappiness with service, and seeing negative reviews I hadn’t ordered in years.

This past weekend I had a specific craving for Chicago style thin crust pizza. My spouse suggested we give it a try. Wow! It blew us both away by how good the pizza was. It was everything we wanted and more. The “fabulous four” (Italian sausage, mushroom, green pepper, and onion) was mouthwateringly delicious! The Italian sausage savory and the veggies were so fresh. It was even better the next day, reheated in our toaster oven. The other pizza was fantastic too. Along with the few appetizers we ordered. Their marinara sauce tastes so fresh and is the perfect balance of savory and just a hint of sweet.

I cannot believe we haven’t been ordering from here for so long but now that we’ve had it again and tasted the quality we will be loyal customers. It’s a littler more price wise than our local chains around here like Domino’s but I promise you, if you like Chicago style thin crust and quality ingredients it is so worth it. The best part is getting an authentic Chicago pizza without traveling to the city.“

“This was our second time in. The first time we just sat at the bar and had dinner. The food was great off the menu and the staff was very friendly. Our second time in we had a party for 50 so we had a food and bar package along with renting simulators. The food was great again and everyone had a lot of fun! Our servers Danielle and Kim were exceptional as was Sean the manager. I highly recommend this place for a fun evening out! We will be back!“

“Best carry out in the area! the spaghetti is great, wings on point, BLT is bangin and the pizza is the best around. 5 🌟“

“What a perfect delicious pizza [Original] What a perfect delicious pizza“

“Took a night vacation fom Illinois and ordered delivery to Hilton Garden Inn Merrillville and the pizza came HOT AND FRESH😍 like it was fresh from the oven! Delivery was fast and delivery driver was so sweet! Great pizza!! So glad to have an Aurelio's in Crown Point!!“

“Always Great!“

“Giordano's Pizza tastes great.... all the time! Taste is consistent regardless if it's dine-in or take out! I've enjoyed Giordano's for at least 10 years now and looking forward for more! First time doing business with Schererville and it is very pleasant. Thank you Schereville team!“

“Beggars Pizza never disappoints when it comes to Chicago-style flavor! 🍕 Their famous loaded deep-dish pizza and crispy thin crust are must-try favorites. The wings and Italian beef sandwiches are also top recommendations. Weekdays are best for quicker service, while weekends have a fun, family-friendly crowd. With plenty of seating, great portions, and kid-friendly options, Beggars Pizza is perfect for family dinners, game nights, or group gatherings. A true local favorite!“