50 Best Italian Restaurants near Bedford

“We came from out of town,and we came here for lunch. The food was delicious,and the owner has been very kind to my elderly relative. He treats her like he would treat his own mother. The waitresses were very kind and attentive. Will return again at the end of summer.“

“Fiorella’s is my favorite restaurant in New England, and Concord is my favorite location of all Fiorella’s establishments. The food of course is excellent. But what really makes this place for me is THE STAFF. I always have a great time seeing all of them, they are so wonderful. Fiorella’s Concord has become main hangout spot not only for after work, but in general when I need a total mental health reset, and this decision on my part is because of the world class staff. I always leave Fiorella’s Concord in a better mood than when I came in because wonderful comfort food paired with an equally wonderful restaurant team makes for an A+ experience. As I like to say in situations like this, 10/10 no notes. THANK YOU FIORELLA’S CONCORD for being a major source of uplift in my life. Love you all!“

“My husband and I went to Il Ponte in Woburn for the first time tonight. Let’s just say it will not be the last. From the moment we walked in right up until we walked out the door it was an incredible experience. We both had cocktails: a Cabernet and falling for you and both were amazing. The bread/focaccia with garlic and oil was a fantastic start to the meal. We got the octopus and a bruschetta to start and they were flavorful and cooked perfectly. My husband had the braised short rib over saffron risotto and he said it was delicious and fork tender. He said the flavor was like nothing he’s ever had and the saffron risotto was incredible and cooked perfectly. I got the special which was a crusted swordfish with asparagus risotto and it was, hands down, the best swordfish I have ever eaten. It was crusted so lightly and the swordfish was cooked to perfection. The portion was so big that I took half home. We don’t usually order dessert but when the server said “pistachio gelato” they reeled me in. My husband got bomboloni and couldn’t stop making all the faces and sounds…it was to die for. Before we finished the owner was making rounds at the tables thanking everyone and making sure we enjoyed our meals. I would give Il Ponte a 20/10 rating. We will absolutely be back again. If you get the opportunity….do not sleep on Il Ponte.“

“Wow, wow, and wow again! What a treat that my dear friend and I happened upon this GEM! At first glance it doesn’t look like much from the outside, but when you step inside it’s like entering a whole new world. It is elegant and beautiful, a fantastic combination of fine dining with an atmosphere like coming home. Such a quaint spot with the best quality Italian food I have ever had. Cristiano was the kindest server on the planet, so attentive, and so welcoming! As a worker in the food service industry, I was blown away! First off, drinks. To our surprise, Arancini has a BYOB policy (SO COOL! People had brought their own bottles of wine, which Cristiano offered to open and put on ice). Other than that, they offer your typical sodas, some juice, and a variety of sparkling and still water options. Let’s talk food. Right away, they bring fresh, warm, house-made bread, with fantastically seasoned dipping oil. Other than that, we started off with the Caesar salad and the friend mozzarella appetizer. The Caesar salad (despite it being just about the most basic thing that someone can order) was so well put together. It had just the right amount of dressing, and fresh grated, high quality parmesan cheese! The mozzarella app was quite possible the tastiest thing I have ever put in my mouth. Oh my god, it just about dissolved in my mouth. Imagine the best mozzarella sticks you’ve ever had in your life, but the cheese is so high quality and it is freshly battered and friend minutes before it is brought to your table. Never frozen - just made hot and fresh for you to eat. Don’t even get me started on the marinara sauce. Again, clearly house-made and so fresh. I could’ve had it as a soup! For a main meal I had the most delicious fettuccini Alfredo. The sauce was TO DIE FOR. The pasta was perfectly cooked (I didn’t know pasta could even taste like that ). I asked for chicken in the pasta and… oh. my. god. I have no words. I mean I can attempt to describe it but I won’t do it justice. Tender, JUICY, and you KNOW it’s authentic because the chicken was battered in egg. I was drooling before I took a single bite. I also added broccoli and it was SO PERFECT. The whole meal, it was just the best food I have ever had I swear. PLEASE give this place a shot! You’ll probably want a reservation because I don’t think there are more than 10 tables there! It’s small but mighty. Thank you Cristiano for making this experience incredible!“

“Great food and great service! I even got gluten free chicken parm and spaghetti which was excellent! They have a wonderful food and drink menu. Our server Jess was was excellent as well. The manager Nick greeted us when we came in and found us a great table by the window. So the bottom line is, this is a great restaurant and I'm so happy we found this little gem! We will be back!“

“Marybeth was the sweetest!! Went in to use my birthday meal before it expired and she went above and beyond to make it still feel so special weeks later!! It was our first time at this location and we are definitely coming back. Loved loved loved the lavender blueberry cosmo, brussel sprouts, chicken parm & citrus honey torta!!“

“Food, drink’s & service are all amazing!“

“One of my favorite restaurants in the area for a night out with friends, especially when we are meeting partway between Boston and western suburbs. The food is really delicious, the drinks are great, and the service is attentive. It can get a little loud, but you can definitely still have a conversation. Don’t miss the focaccia and ricotta, but the pizza and pasta are also always outstanding. So are the salads. This place is just really solid.“

“DELICIOUS food & wine, good service“

“The delivery is always speedy and the steak tips NEVER disappoint. So good🤤🤤🤤“

“Food and atmosphere wonderful!! Just went for 3 rd time in few mos. I read another woman s email re: our server 'Alejandro'( on 2 nd visit) he was efficient, social and engaging. Couldn't get him this 3 rd time!?!( came in later). Would highly recommend this space; we plan to come frequently as meeting place for ' Friends Birthdays!' Thank you..... Tina Lisien“

“Great place, great staff and amazing food. Their pizza is as good as it gets.. But it’s tough to decide with so many great offerings.“

“Best Italian pasta I ever tried!!!“

“Excellent high end meal in Waltham. The mushroom souffle is a signature dish with great sauce. The Tuscan kale ceasar salad is likely the best kale salad I have ever had. The chicken schnitzel main is a bomb of flavor. Strong, attentive service from the staff.“

“Beautiful interior and food was amazing. The staff and bartenders were very attentive as well.“

“Thank you for a nice chicken parm dinner. It was very good and a nice portion. I'll be back!“

“The place is small but so ain't I you go in there and eat they feed you and feed you and you will take a doggie bag home the food is fresh it could be just like in Sicily hospitality of the owner and the waitress and the cook it's just so personable and the price is right I'm going back tomorrow and I was there today....“

“This is our new GO TO place! We are Italian so we are hard to please when it comes our Italian dishes. This place is the BEST Italian (home cooked) meal! You will not be disappointed! Fresh, tasty and service was great also! Make sure you make reservations as they book up quick! You will NOT be disappointed!“

“This was our first visit. The restaurant has plenty of natural light, space and free parking in back. Our meals were delicious and the portions are very generous! I especially enjoyed the peach panzanela salad and chicken marsala. The service was on point. We will be back!“

“excellent friendly service, delicious food, awesome date place.“

“I lived in Italy and did culinary school there. I've eaten at hundreds of authentic Italian restaurants. No restaurant in USA has really ever scratched the itch of those places like Trattoria Nina. I last ate here 6 years ago and I'm happy to report this place still scratches that itch. It really feels like you've been invited into someones home off the street in Firenze or Bologna and you're eating nonna's cooking.
The music was charming and it's such a great vibe. Excited to come back soon.

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“I've been a bunch of times. Never disappointed, everything is delicious.“

“Great service and delicious food“

“Excellent food and service!!!“

“Local family owned gem. Great service, Amazing food.“

“always excellent food and service!“

“Superb restaurant, one of my Top Three Favorites.“

“Went in for my birthday dinner. Service was great and the food was fantastic. Will definitely be back again.“

“Warm, cozy environment - friendly, professional service (Isabelle was amazing) and some unique genuine Italian creations with some great table wine - haven’t been here in 15+ years but will definitely be coming back soon… ♥️“

“The food here is the best. Huge options for even the toughest critic. Also have take home & make options. Prices are really good for the amount & quality of the food. I live near some very expensive Italian restaurants & their menus iare skimpy comoared to the choices at Strombolis. The iwner is always friendly, showing his appreciation to his customers. Like in any restaurants even in top notch sometimes an order is wrong but open your mouth & the owner will make it right. Been coming here for years. Atmosphere is like a pizza joint but dont let it fool you. The atmosphere keeps the prices reasonable“

“My family and I were looking for places to eat before a family friend’s play in Belmont. We decided to stop in and nothing short of amazing! The staff welcomes you when you walk in, super friendly and were very generous. Place was busy which is a good sign and ton of people doing pick up orders. The pizza was very authentic and probably the best I have had in a long time. The hot honey tenders were delicious. I wish we had one close to me, I would be a loyal customer!“

“I have been coming here for fifty years even when I have lived far away. High quality food, reasonable prices, friendly staff. It is a vestige of the Lexington of my childhood.“

“Just had the most tastiest cheesesteak pizza from here. The dough was superb. Ingredients are definitely fresh! Will go back and try again.“

“Always friendly, timely and food is consistently delicious! Love how big their large pizzas and salads are. Highly recommend you support this local business.“

“This is a jewel cafe that became my favorite. I drive for 30 minutes to enjoy the food here. Staff members are friendly, there is a variety of meals and sweets. The pistachio ricotta is my favorite as well as the Tiramisu and the Italian donuts straight out of the oven. The sitting area is bright and comfortable. The parking is great. Their coffee is the best 👌 I highly recommend this cafe.“

“Enjoyed a delicious brunch here today - they also serve their regular menu all day. Staff was friendly, beautiful space.“

“We stopped in today because we were in town for another reason and skeptically asked whether they had anything for vegans (you can't tell quickly from looking at the menu). The kind person behind the counter was genuinely happy to tell us they had great vegan cheese, we should get a pizza - - we did and we LOVED it, just like my favorite NY pizza. The nicest thing was that they really wanted us to be happy, and we were. Thank you, we will make a drive to be back!“

“Delish dinner. Swordfish & fresh vegetables. Scrumptious tart for dessert!“

“Please has been awesome for many years. Keep up the good work great food great atmosphere, and the service is top-notch. Last night was a crazy busy night for them and they did a great job.“

“I recently hosted a private party at Gran Gusto in Cambridge to celebrate a very special occasion, and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience. From start to finish, the staff was incredibly kind, accommodating, and attentive to every detail. As a vegan, I was blown away by how thoughtfully they crafted an entirely plant-based buffet menu just for the event. Every single dish was absolutely delicious—flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. In addition to the vegan fare, the team went above and beyond to provide gluten-free options for a couple of celiac guests, making sure everyone could enjoy the celebration without worry. The warm atmosphere, exceptional service, and mouthwatering food made the evening truly unforgettable. I’m so grateful to the Gran Gusto team for helping make my celebration so special. I highly recommend them for any event—or even just a night out. They’re a gem in Cambridge! The only bad thing? Time flew by way too fast—because everything was so magical and beautiful. ✨“

“My all time favorite place to eat, from the great food to the wonderful staff you can't go wrong enjoying a meal at Amici's.“

“Didn’t get a before photo but the after photo tells the story!! The Market Al Fresca in Tewksbury - four cheese lasagna - I don’t usually comment on other peoples lasagna because I like mine BUT this was absolutely delicious, so tasty and packed with cheese. Half of this tray fed three adults (it’s about a 6x9 tray) I can’t wait to try some of their other dinner offerings! I might never cook again!!! And they had gluten free offerings also. Of course I left with just baked bread still warm snd dessert as well. TRy it out I don’t think you will be disappointed!!!“

“The food and service was outstanding. We were greeted by the owner,John Testa, he oversees the whole operation. Huge portions, a well balanced plate (not too heavy on the pasta) the Italian Chop Salad for two can feed four. The waitstaff are friendly and efficient. Looking forward to going back .“

“I and my husband had a dinner yesterday and food was delicious, Angelo, our server was excellent, real pro. The restaurant by itself gave us a feeling of the real Italy. Thank you!“

“Love Arlington Cafe, got delivery , ordered through Amazon Grub Hub, Great pizza with out cheese, garlic bread, Baklava.“

“Awesome people! Aways a great food for a fair price!“

“My family and I stopped in last week to have dinner 5 of us(3 adults 2 children). The place was extremely busy and there were 2 servers on (1 male and 1 female). We had the male as our waiter. Anthony is a great kid but he was very overwhelmed. He had made a several mistakes with our order. My husband started to get angry with the multiple mistakes that he wanted to just leave. He got up to go look for a manager (no manager in sight) but came back to the table with everything we needed except his drink that was NOT correct twice. But he had a smile on his face and a few seconds later the waitress from the other side (whom had every table taken) came over with a tray of our drinks. I was upset at my husband for bothering her, as I said I don’t believe she had one open table. But she came over with a big smile and handed us our drinks. She was so funny, patient,extremely nice and professional. She could have refused to help and nobody would have blamed her, but she didn’t! After our interaction with Erin we couldn’t help but to watch her fly around the dining room with a smile not only handling her side but helping Anthony as well. I’m writing this review because I want your company to realize what an absolute asset you have with this young lady. Erin is one of the best waitresses we have seen in a while, just watching her work was amazing and as busy as she was still helping her coworkers. We will definitely be back but will insist on Erin being our waitress! Thank you Erin for turning around our bad experience at Bertucci’s! And Bertucci’s I hope you take care of this girl she is the perfect example of a great waitress and top notch in customer service!“

“Rachael was an amazing server! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. She checked in on us at the perfect times, had a great attitude, and made the entire experience enjoyable. Her excellent customer service truly stood out, and I would definitely ask to be seated in her section again. Thank you, Rachael, for making our visit so great!“

“Anthony and his staff did once again an exceptional catering menu for our family event. Our guests could not stop eating!! Anthony worked with us in creating a custom menu. The food was delicious!“

“Best place,great food.Highly recommend 🥰🥰🥰🥰“