47 Best Italian Restaurants near Fort Thomas

“Very good quaint place Pizza was really good“

“The food is amazing, they have a large wine and spirt offering. The staff are always courteous, knowledgeable and very accommodating. Casual dining with an upscale feel.“

“We travel all around the world, even compared to Italy, their home made pasta was the best we have ever eaten. We had appetizers that were awesome as well. We Highly recommend this place!“

“My group of friends had dinner here for my birthday and it was an amazing experience!! Navarre was our server and he did an exceptional job catering to us as first time guests. All of our dishes were delicious! Ricotta donuts are the perfect dessert!“

“The staff are amazing. The food is great. The atmosphere is special. It’s definitely a must to add to your dinning experience.“

“My friend and I had a wonderful dinner at Carrabbas in Crestview Hills. Our food was delicious. The salad could have used some more dressing (a little dry) but our server Tory brought us some extra no questions asked. She was the sweetest and we appreciate her and the other workers. Thank you so much! : )“

“Authentic pizza and pasta. Staff is customer focused and quality minded. You got to get some of this!“

“As I’m writing this review I’m still in shock! I’m in Cincinnati on business and I was craving Italian. I can’t believe there’s not a line around the block just for the meatballs! My family owned an Italian seafood restaurant in NJ for 26 years and I can say without hesitation the meatballs here are the best west of Arthur Ave in the Bronx! My NJ mind is blown!“

“We went here because was close to the hospital. Used to go to olive garden. Never again. Carrabbas is top notch from top down!“

“Amazing food. Wonderful views. The ambiance and service was 10/10. 💜💜💜“

“Mama’s on Main has some of the best food we have enjoyed while visiting the area. It’s a must!!!“

“The food and service are absolutely incredible! Coming here is definitely a great way to celebrate any occasion! The wait staff are incredibly knowledgeable and the kitchen is extremely accommodating to any dietary restrictions!“

“Outstanding pasta and pizza and the bakery breads are even better. It’s the best bread I’ve ever had anywhere? Game changer bread! You gotta try it…“

“The coziest spot in the neighborhood. They just don't make places like this anymore! You walk in and it feels like coming to your quirky aunt's comfy home. Pasta is wonderful but the main thing that keeps me coming back is the DESSERTS!! Omg the tiramisu, the cream pies, cream puffs.... All phenomenal. Thank you Biagio, I'm in love with your bistro <3“

“Always Great. Service, Quality, & Value. My scale is the only one who wishes I wouldn't eat so much & go so often.“

“Food is so good! Tried the new avocado chop salad today and it's my new fave!“

“Just left the Norwood location and it was a great experience! The food was amazing and the service was nothing short of perfect! The staff was extremely personable and very inviting. It was the first time my girlfriend and I had been there and Ethan made sure that we were well taken care of! We will definitely be back and I highly recommend it!!“

“Loved everything. Service (Anna) was excellent. Very kind, super friendly, welcoming and professional at the same time. Atmosphere was amazing, elegant interiors, attention to the details. Food was exceptional. Tried a Gricia (cacio e pepe with guanciale), recommended them to add to menu, as very typical plate in Rome. Appetizers (fried squids and broccoletti di Bruxelles) delicious too. Gelato (coffee and caramel spoons) amazing.“

“First time was Valentines day.Very busy, but food and service was splendid. The decor and the music was quite appropriate for the atmosphere of the restaurant.“

“Excellent service and the food was great! Definitely a go to place for a casual meal.“

“The Chef's Counter at Wildweed was an incredible experience. The space is gorgeous - so many thoughtful touches throughout the restaurant. The atmosphere was fun and energetic. Each dish was creative, beautiful, and tasted incredible. The techniques and transformation of ingredients are next level. It is exceedingly rare to find a restaurant with a unique and interesting concept that is able to execute their vision by creating delicious and intellectually stimulating food without feeling forced. Wildweed pulls it off to the highest degree. This was a meal that will stick with me for a long time. Bravo to the entire team (FOH and BOH), all stellar. There is no way there is a better meal in the city and I doubt there is a better one in the state. This place deserves national recognition.“

“We recently attended a private "pop up" dinner here. The home made pasta dishes were absolutely delicious and the best pasta that I have experienced outside of Italy. All meal courses were wonderful and unique. The chef has a true gift. The service was friendly and efficient. We will definitely return!“

“**Update ** -Justin, the traveling manager , reached out to me following my original review below offering to make up for my first subpar experience .
Being in customer service myself I'm a believer in second chances and I appreciated the sincere gesture and took him up on his offer. I must say that my second experience was far superior to my first in everyway. My dad and I were met with prompt, attentive,and kind service throughout our whole meal. Abby, our waitress for the evening was exceptional and her recommendations were spot on. We ordered the Arancini, Braised Beef Short Rib, White wine and mushroom risotto, Bolognese, Tre Maialini Pizza, Raspberry sorbet, tiramisu, and affogato. All of our food was excellent and the Campo di Fragole drink was delicious. After this experience, I'm adjusting my initial 2 star rating to 5 stars. I absolutely will return and I truly do recommend Forno to others.**

This was my first visit to Forno and it's up in the air as to whether or not I'll return. I believe in being honest yet fair in my reviews so here it goes.

Pros
The ambiance was nice and my dad and I were immediately greeted with a warm smile by the hostess. We made a 6pm reservation for 2 on a Wednesday evening and arrived promptly at that time. There were not many in the main seating area when we arrived and we were seated immediately. Ella, our waitress took awhile to come to our table. The manager noticed came over to offer us water while we waited for her. When she did arrive, she was very pleasant and while she competely forgot to bring a tea I ordered, overall she did a very nice job accommodating our food and other requests and for that we were thankful. The white wine mushroom risotto was the standout dish of the night and was excellent.

Cons
The table that we were seated at was uneven and rocky. Apparently this was a known issue,as the hostess did go to get stabilizing disks for the table. She offered to move us but then never came back(?). I don't know what that was about, but my dad and I just stayed at our table.
It took nearly an hour for our food to arrive. Again my dad and I were there promptly at 6pm and there were very few people inside. We had a concert to attend that evening so we made sure to be there on time. We were seated immediately but our food didn't arrive until 6:53pm. We didn't order much, but my pork chop was dry and bland with little seasoning. The sauce it was served with was very lemon forward. Some may love that but i prefer it to be more balanced.
I wanted to get a dessert, but because it took so long for our main courses to arrive,I didn't have time to order it.

Overall, I wasn't impressed enough to highly recommend this restaurant. Although the risotto was excellent , the slow service and underwhelming preparation of the rest of our meal unfortunately outweighed that.“

“I had an awesome experience at Olive Garden thanks to the two Kates working together! They were both incredibly friendly, had amazing attitudes, and made me feel welcome right away. They acknowledged me quickly and took my order with a smile. I think they both need a raise“

“THIS is for the College Hill location... that Big Gripp is absolute ⛽ 🔥 👀 🤤“

“Been a fan for years, this one by far best experience and customer service I’ve had. Bring on to nashville, I’ll invest.“

“Olive Garden is always great to us! The waiter/waitress staff has always been good to us. We're a family of 5 and each time we come, we always have a great time, great food and great service. On Saturday, the boy that was our waiter did an extremely great job! I would definitely recommend this place. Thank you all for everything!“

“Food was absolutely AMAZING!!!! My grandparents came from Italy so I know real Italian food. This place HAS IT!!! However, definitely did not have a welcoming experience at all. Not sure I’ll come back because now I just feel weird and like I’m dumb for not knowing certain things as it was my very first time. I’m conflicted because the food and wine were the best ever. But I also don’t want to be eating and feel like a pain or nuisance the whole time. 5 stars for food 2 stars for the vibe“

“We have always enjoyed the pizza, and especially the family atmosphere.“

“My go to spot for all my fresh pasta and sauces. Love this place!!!“

“Was in town for the weekend and stumbled upon Pompilios. We were pleasantly suprised how good our meals were! The homemade Italian dressing was one of the best I’ve had.“

“Amazing food, huge portions at a reasonable price. Perfect for “pre gaming” before a show at Bogarts.“

“Enjoyed our dinner tonight. The Rainbow Vegetable Flatbread was delicious as was the Shrimp scampi and Caesar salad. We asked for bread and was told they do not have bread for table service. Don’t understand. I think bread should be available with the entrees. We will go back. Did enjoy dinner!“

“Quite possibly the best meal we’ve ever had!“

“We went to Buca today and our food came out so quickly after ordering and was delicious! Our waiter, Griffin, was wonderful and answered all the questions we had with delight. 10/10 would recommend.“

“I absolutely love everything on the menu! My favorite is the Meat Lasagna. I also enjoy the 'Old World Italy' feel and the friendliness of the staff.“

“What an amazing place to hold birthday party and a night out! Over the weekend we hosted my husband’s birthday party at Ripples event space. They were amazing from the service to the food and they were very accommodating to all of our requests! Trish and Matt did an amazing job with service and then everyone kept going on about the food! Way to go!!! Thank you so much for an amazing night out!“

“We went for my birthday to check out the place. Good food and top notch service.“

“Y’all, Francesca is the best. These are the best croissants I have had in Cincy, and some of the best coffee. I came in to pick up a birthday cake and Francesca spoke with me in Italian and was so, so kind and generous. Definitely go see this place.“

“I have been here several times and it has always been a great experience.This place never disappoints.Wonderful food,top notch service and a great relaxing atmosphere.Amazing view of the city.“

“Have dined at Fessler’s for a few years now despite living across the river. Always friendly faces to take our orders. I am gluten free and was delighted to find out they have amazing gluten free hoagies. Delicious pizza, crinkle cut fries, and Coke products. What more could we ask for? Nothing. This place is perfect!“

“Absolutely fabulous experience! Amazing food, drinks, and fun vibes. The roasted eggplant is to die for, and the Sauvignon Blanc blend was fantastic. Great time with friends and wonderful staff made it even better!“

“Son un verdadero Gelato italiano, frescos y de calidad. Y lo mejor es la atención, te sientes como en casa.“

“By Far….this is the best pizza I have had in along time. Been ordering from them for a few months now. Never been disappointed. Customer service was incredible when a mistake occurred with our order! Wonderful customer service.“

“THIS is for the College Hill location... that Big Gripp is absolute ⛽ 🔥 👀 🤤“

“This is my favorite restaurant on campus and one of my favorite pizza places ever. The only reason it's missing a star is because they sometimes take the thin crust to the extreme. And I mean sometimes it's so thin it feels like the pizza is gonna disintegrate when I pick it up. I feel like this has happened more often than not this semester, and today was especially bad. The crust on about 1/3 of my slice was as thin as the cheese.“

“The food was great, but the customer service was even greater. The moment me and wife stepped in we felt welcomed. It was our first time and it won't be our last time. So far, the deluxe pizza is my favorite. Their ingredients taste so good and fresh. We got the half and half. One side deluxe, other was honey hot or whatever it's called. Very delicious! I can't wait to try out their other options 😁“