13 Best Italian Restaurants near Buckner

“We came here after my daughter's wedding for a meal with all of the guests. Sandra had a beautiful, elegant table set for us and I can't remember having a more delicious meal. We were treated like royalty by Trent, Maria and Sandra herself. I highly recommend this restaurant!!“

“Great pizza, wings, and sandwiches at a great price. I've been there a dozen times and Chef John is amazing. he sponsors countless kids and organizations and I've personally seen this man not charge people for their food. Brightens my day every time I go. Kudos sir!“

“One of, if not the best bourbon bar in the country.It's a museum that you can drink with some of the best bartenders in the business. The food menu is spot on. The cocktails are all superb and the knowledge of the staff tops this place off.You can go to this incredible venue to just stare at the collection... or spend a bit and actually try it.I cant even remember all the drinks I've had here... but I've never had a bad experience.This is a must go to spot if you're in the Louisville area... or a bourbon aficionado.“

“We have been to both locations and the food is consistently so good! It’s always nice to get the opportunity to select different slices as opposed to having to get a whole pie. Tonight our 2.5 year old made her pizza, as kids get to go on Tuesday’s, and she absolutely loved it. The staff was so friendly; the gentleman who seemed like he was the manager was very friendly & helpful to both customers and his young staff - which is so important. We will definitely keep enjoying pies at both locations!“

“Red Hot Chicken!? Red Hot Chicken would be better described as a mediocre, beer, pub buffalo chicken wings. Today the chicken was chewy and overcooked. Buffalo sauce would've been more mirrored to a place where they wear Tight shorts and tight shirts. Overall fabulous experience. Wonderful menu, great staff and the crabcakes are to fight for. Biggest suggestion I could make would be that the restaurant provide a lunch menu so as not to confuse the guest with items that were not able to be purchased until after 5 PM. When I return, it will definitely be after 5 PM and I'm looking forward to trying the lamb and the spaghetti.“

“2024 Update: Still a popular restaurant in Middletown. The entire staff are so nice & friendly & the food is yummy!!!Coals Artisan Pizza in Middletown is a favorite. The pizza are cooked in "coal-fired oven", which makes a uniquely lighter tasting crust. There are lots of great choices & many different toppings offered. The pizzas are regionally named for Louisville Metro area neighborhoods. Our favorite pizzas include the "Middletown, Crescent Hill & Brownsboro pizzas". There is a nice dining room, outdoor patio and a party room which can be reserved which has a large TV that accommodates up to 40 people. There is a nice wine list and excellent local draft beers choices as well.Highly recommend & as always the staff do a great job.“

“Has a fresh and tasty pizza. The wings are just as good with great sauces. If you like bourbon they also have a broad enough selection too.Vegetarian options: It's pizza and you can have a vegetarian option or build your own. For Italian style dishes it can be hard, but there are some other vegetarian options too.Kid-friendliness: They have pizza, how is that not kid friendly. Also there's enough seating for families.Wheelchair accessibility: It's all 1 level with low bumps so wheelchairs, walkers, etc can all have access.“

“Our recent trip to Olive Garden was nothing short of fantastic, earning a well-deserved 5-star rating! From the warm atmosphere to the delectable dishes, it was a truly enjoyable Italian dining experience.The food was the star of the show:Shrimp Fettuccine: The creamy Alfredo sauce perfectly coated the al dente fettuccine, and the succulent shrimp added a delightful texture and flavor.Chicken Marsala: The chicken was tender and juicy, bathed in a rich and flavorful Marsala sauce with a touch of sweetness. The accompanying mushrooms added a delightful earthy depth.Chocolate Cake: We couldn't resist ending the meal on a sweet note, and the decadent chocolate cake did not disappoint. Moist and flavorful, it was the perfect ending to a satisfying meal.The service was equally impressive. Our server was attentive and friendly, ensuring our needs were met throughout the evening. They offered helpful recommendations and made sure our experience was enjoyable.Overall, Olive Garden provided a delightful and affordable Italian dining experience. The delicious food, friendly service, and inviting atmosphere make it a perfect choice for a casual night out with friends or family. We highly recommend giving it a try!“

“Great Italian restaurant with a fun atmosphere. The food is excellent and the portion sizes are ridiculously large. The calzone is huge. I love the chicken parmesan pizza style. The bread the serve too! I always leave this place stuffed! Service staff are very attentive. Great local restaurant.“

“I love Martini's The food and company are spectacular. I have tried. a mixture of many dishes and they all have been wonderful. The wait staff is fabulous and friendly. Jason an s Kya are incredible. They make me feel like one of the family. It is worth every penny!!!“

“Wow--my son and his friends did a scavenger hunt for his birthday. Jet's was the lunch stop. Not only did the employees let me write a clue in the pizza box, they gave him a bonus dessert with the order. So kind, thoughtful, and special. Thank you!!Oh, and the pizza tasted great!“

“There were 16 of us from our Condo Association that went to Bearnos Middletown tonight. The address was 13829 English Villa Dr. 40245.I had a Cheese and Ham Pizza on a cauliflower crust. It was very good. It was served good and hot. It’s hard to find a pizza restaurant that makes cauliflower crust pizzas that doesn’t taste like cardboard. I shared a piece with one of my neighbors and she really liked it too and was going to try the cauliflower pizza herself the next time she’s there.My husband had “make your own lasagna” with beef, Italian sausage and extra cheese. He was able to add up to 3 items at no extra charge. It came with garlic bread. He absolutely loved it and ate every bite! It was delivered with steam rolling out. It was a big serving!!Our receipt didn’t have our server’s name, just Cashier 98. She was precious. I didn’t see anyone send anything back or complain about their order. We all told her she did a great job. She even asked if anyone needed a drink to take with them.There was another small group there but there was still enough room for all of us. We had plenty of room to enjoy ourselves and we were all able to talk and hear each other. We’ll go back again. It was close to home.Dietary restrictions: I had dietary restrictions and cauliflower pizza is one that I can eat. I had my choice of toppings.Parking: It was a small shopping center with plenty of parking spaces.“

“Wonderful. We have been to this location numerous times.Some of the best pizza in the Midwest. Another unique example of Greater Cincinnati cuisine .The sauce is incredible, Several others in Greater Cincinnati try to copy it. It does not have the flat, bitter taste often found around Louisville.Wonderful atmosphere. Safe. Clean. No loud music. No thugs hanging out.Wait staff are clean, polite, articulate, and don't smell like skunk weed (pot).No fights broke out. We have never witnessed any "dine & dash" crimes at this restaurant.“