50 Best Italian Restaurants near Braintree

“We dined at Campanale’s this evening - it couldn’t have been better. The atmosphere was very festive, with tasteful Christmas decorations, not overdone. The food was great, the waitstaff were friendly and attentive. 🍝🎄👏🏻“

“First time here and food was fantastic! I got the eggplant parm and it was delicious! Generous portion that I had plenty to take home. Bartender/manager Brian was outstanding and so friendly. Can’t wait to go back!“

“This restaurant has been closed since the pandemic. Don’t know how people are reviewing it this year. Particularly the ones with a photo?“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ high recommended The best pizza in town“

“The food is consistently excellent at the Chateau Restaurant in Braintree Ma. Regardless if you chose an Italian dish or their fresh seafood. Their schrod or haddock is always delicious. We had had Italian Trio II and chicken parm and veal parm combo. Both were excellent. Their bread is delicious and always fresh“

“The best pizza I’ve had in years“

“The crew tonight came through and made a bigger impact than they realize. This pizza is what reminds me of what home taste like. Tonight I got that and the goodwill from people like the workers that I have taken for granted elsewhere. This pizza can honestly change the world.“

“I attended an event yesterday at this amazing Restaurant. The atmosphere is so inviting, the drinks were delicious. Food was absolutely scrumptious. And the staff all so kind and friendly. I highly recommend stopping in for a cocktail or dinner, you won’t be disappointed!!!“

“10/10 would recommend. At the very last minute this restaurant helped my boyfriend pull off a surprise for me. The food was incredible and the wine suggesting were perfect. I'd recommend for any occasion. The staff is great and the food and wine are even better.“

“This place is amazing!! The customer service was top notch!!“

“Quality ingredients. A sublime attention to detail. Balance in salty, umami and heat. The broccoli Caesar is a must have along with the homemade ricotta. I sat at Chefs counter and got wonderful attention from everyone. Amazing!“

“My husband and I had dinner last Sunday night. It was a beautiful experience with impeccable service. I am going to remember my quail dish for a very long time. Highly recommend“

“Had a great dinner here and honestly don’t have anything to complain about. The food came out fresh and tasted excellent, the portions were good, and the service was friendly the whole time. Everyone at our table enjoyed their meal and we left very happy.“

“Had an excellent dining experience at Sorellina in Boston! The food was absolutely delicious, and the customer service was outstanding. The staff was extremely friendly, attentive, and professional, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. Great food combined with exceptional hospitality truly makes this place stand out. Definitely a restaurant I would highly recommend and would love to visit again!“

“The hubby wanted to take me to lunch for my upcoming birthday..for our age and for our wallet we always go to lunch vs dinner...we are now already home with the pups in our jammies..so great...now as a self proclaimed foodie, I have wanted to try the food at Alma Nove at the Hingham Shipyard for many years...I am also a huge Wahlbergers show fan...adored their mom Alma on the show and her pal Phyllis...the show is so much fun..binge it if you haven't seen it..anyway...the weather today didn't look too spectacular for a waterfront restaurant but the blue skies showed themselves as we were eating inside...such a terrific location..the shipyard has been revitalized in the last 15 years or so...lots of shopping and dining destinations including the original Wahlbergers Burger Joint...I love this stuff...Dave is like ok whatever...but our experience was lovely..I will say however that my husband and I don't quite fit in the Hingham vibe...and it has a vibe..no shade but it kind of carries an air about it...the people I mean...lol...but we ignored all that and for sure enjoyed lunch..even Dave said how delicious it all was...our server...nice..we typically enjoy banter with our servers...he wasn't about that...all business and he gave us excellent service..but I do have the sense that more than likely the staff has high hopes of gaining maybe a walk on role on Blood Bloods with Donnie or maybe a handshake from Marky Mark when he comes through from time to time...hope for them it happens..fingers crossed...😉..about the food...great bread..seemed homemade but simple..fresh..served with butter that had black specks on it..turns out it was a black salt..interesting..a few drafts for Dave from Mayflower Brewery in nearby Plymouth and I had a lovely Pinot Noir...bottled water on the table..big fan of that..I ordered the Pan Seared Shrimp and Scallops served over a sweet potato risotto , topped with haricot verts(fancy greenbeans), toasted marcona almonds and truffle honey and my date had the Butternut squash Tortellacci with pan seared chicken topped with sage brown butter sauce, pecorino romano, apple cider gastrique and fried sage and chives..wow..we are styling here in the Shipyard...every bite was spot on and a perfect serving for lunch..we enjoyed all of it..dessert..well.of course..they have an in house pastry chef so that's a given for me..chose the Banana Bourbon Bread Pudding..when he returned he also brought a small chocolate dessert..like cake in a jar with whipped cream and a candle...he said they heard someone was celebrating a bday...we never said it so all I can figure is I posted that we were there for my bday and had tagged the restaurant...great social media connection if that was the case...we shared them and they were fabulous...took some photos around the place..ran into folks the hubby knew from Hull..absolutely highly recommend Alma Nove..those that aren't familiar with the background. ..The famous Wahlberg Brothers Donnie and Mark have a brother Paul who is the chef and owner of Alma Nove..named for their precious mom Alma and Nove in Italian means nine..there were 9 Walhberg kids..5 stars from me for Alma Nove.. Open daily for lunch and dinner. .I believe they have live music on Sundays and in the nice weather their outside patio overlooks Hingham Bay...a must try❤️ Mark has famously said their brother Paul is the most talented in the family...I believe that is spot on...“

“Wonderful dining experience, top to bottom, with perfectly executed dishes. Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Just ensure you get the Cappelletti, maybe 2 orders (it’s that damn good and will blow you away) and the Tiramisu. We also got the Pizza Bianca with the trio of dips, the snap pea caesar salad, and the linguine - all top notch and so good. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked incredible. The space is intimate without being cramped and the servers are kind, attentive, and helpful with the menu. As a self-proclaimed NYC food snob, I understand why this place is regarded as one of Boston’s best and I will definitely be returning!“

“went for first time today so good I am sure it will be the first of many visits“

“Great food and great service! They were short staffed but Sean C. did an awesome job! The goat cheese and spinach Gnudi was delicious.“

“I had an amazing experience and can’t wait to go back🥰“

“Best pizza I’ve had in Boston. Broccoli pizza was phenomenal and tasted very fresh 👌“

“We were there relatively early on a Sunday night. Service was great. Had appetizers and the paella, which was unique and delicious. Also excellent not too sweet cannoli for dessert. Thanks to our server Becca and the rest of the wait staff for an enjoyable dinner.“

“Great service! Good atmosphere. Loved the food! ❤️“

“Probably one of the best meals ever. From oysters to bread pudding! So amazing! A burst of flavor in every bite! Go out of your way if you have to , you won’t regret! 💕“

“Always amazing food and service!!!“

“Husband and I went to Maggiano's for the first time today. The food was fantastic and the portions are huge. Our waitress Marisa was very attentive and made sure we had everything we need during our meal here. Highly recommend and we can't wait to come back!“

“Delicious with quick friendly service. Gracias“

“The woman who waited on me and my family was incredibly kind. We have a wheelchair bound daughter and I just hope the know how come the made us feel plus the food was amazing. Save room for a cappuccino and tiramisu!“

“Exceptional service and food and cocktails that compliment the meal experience.

The food is essentially Italian that has been elevated to meet quality with creativity and with reasonable portions. And if I had to mention, worthy of the Michelin Guide Selected list.

Perfect for a date night or celebration, the space feels intimate even though the dining room is pretty huge.

If it sound matters to your dining experience, I felt that once at full-ish capacity it can be a little loud, however, they've spaced out the area and designed it where it doesn't feel echoy or that loud. Meaning the sound dampers in the place are working as intended while hidden and keeping the design of the restaurant chic.“

“We went for dinner and it was AMAZING. Thalia our server was very attentive, and so was the rest of the staff. Mehdi the General Manager went above and beyond to give the best experience to my parents as it was their first time in Gigi and last night in Boston. The food was delicious and flavorful and the drinks were top notch . We will absolutely be back! Thank you Gigi team!“

“Delicious menu items.. the pear salad is delicious and a fabulous starter to share. I had the swordfish over the lobster succotash and it was fantastic.. the succotash alone would be a delight! Highly recommend and we can’t wait to go back. We ended with the flourless chocolate cake and it was perfect“

“Wonderful food and great service in an amazing setting!“

“Great food and atmosphere. Amanda, Jay and their staff are amazing! Highly recommend!“

“The best. If Im dining out in Rozzi this is the place... So good!“

“Can’t say enough good things about our experience at Capri! We came in to celebrate our friend finishing her cancer treatments, and they made an already incredibly special night even more unforgettable.

The restaurant was busy, but we never felt rushed for even a second. Everyone was so warm and genuinely engaged with our table, and they even surprised us with champagne to celebrate our friend, which meant so much to all of us.

Randy was our server and he was absolutely exceptional. He was fun, attentive, so personable, and somehow made the whole night feel really personal and special. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had an amazing experience.

Food was unbelievable. Truly one of those dinners where the food, service, atmosphere, and experience were all amazing.

Thank you Randy and the entire Capri team for celebrating such a huge moment with us and making our night so special. We will absolutely be back!!“

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

“Staff were excellent, the food was fantastic and the view of the water topped it off!.“

“incredible experience from service till desert. now my new favorite restaurant. everything was amazing and highly recommend“

“Excellent food and cocktails! Service was wonderful. The bartender, Bernie, is wonderful! She makes the best Old Fashion I have ever had. It’s a small neighborhood “hole in the wall” vibe. Definitely worth trying.“

“at first when we walked in, I felt really under dressed and like everyone was staring at me like I was a bum :( But, our waiter made us feel at home and was super friendly! He made it worth it. And the food...get outta here! So good!!!“

“Dinner there tonight and it was excellent. Beautiful room with comfortable dining. Extensive wine and cocktail list. We loved several pasta dishes- bolognese, sausage broccoli Rob, arancini, mussels - all delicious. Great cannolis and tasty ice creams rounded out the night. Service was excellent and free garage parking behind the place is a bonus. Highly recommended“

“Great service! Good atmosphere. Loved the food! ❤️“

“Can’t talk this place up enough amazing old school authentic Italian and a very warm environment whether your looking for a nice cup of coffee or a chicken parm sangy the workers over here always do it right. Killer Sicilian pizza as well!“

“Delicious gluten free eating!“

“Pleasant atmosphere, great food, upstairs deck for outside dining, social distancing and great services.“

“We went on Wednesday night (3/11) specifically for the Wellington and were NOT disappointed. But I wanted to give a special shout out to the staff. When we arrived just before 7 the restaurant was busy not not full. Our server, as he passed our table, said he would be right with us. We waited. And waited. And patiently. Because I could see our server. He was at a table of 7 and I knew he wasn't forgetting or ignoring us. Then he was at a table of 4. Then one of 5. Then ANOTHER that appeared to be about 7 people again. He also had at least 4 two tops. I couldn't see far enough behind me to expand on that count. When he did come to us, an undisclosed amount of time later, he was kind and thorough and not at all showing the stress I'm sure he was feeling. I saw only one other server the entire time we were there and I'm sure he was taking all of the tables in the dining room we couldn't see. I'm sorry I cannot remember our servers name. Both men were bald and one was wearing glasses. Ours was the one without the spectacles. He remained busy through our meal, and we enjoyed the entire thing. Burrata with prosciutto to start, and then a Wellington to split. Both were phenomenal. The drinks were amazing, even with accommodations for one ingredient I am allergic to. At one point one of our cocktail glasses was broken accidentally by someone not at our table and it felt like the entire FOH staff (all 5 of them lol) came to help clean up and make sure everything was cool. They were all so kind and had smiles on, even though I'm sure they were still too swamped to clean up the mess. Honestly, for our very first visit I'm sure I could have been upset at the wait and complained that our server was too busy, but erring on the side of caution I prefer to presume it was either an unusually busy night or someone had called out, leaving the restaurant short -staffed. Kudos to the whole team for working together and keeping positive attitudes on the floor. We loved our experience and look forward to returning.“

“Delicious casual meal. All about the food. It's fantastic.“

“I really like the food, also they cooked the way I like it. Thanks for serving MA“

“Came in recently and Zai was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible. She was so sweet, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely made us feel taken care of the entire time. Her personality and outstanding service really made our visit that much more enjoyable. Zai is definitely an asset to the restaurant, and we’ll absolutely be back!“

“Servers slack off too much, a bit unfriendly; their friends would drop by, and they would chitchat.

Managers and front desk inside are super sweet.

Food is more a fusion, well done. The mom’s bread seems small, but the freshly ground but not too salty pesto is a nice touch to clean up the seared fish’s pesto sauce, a different, less nutty combination.“

“The best beef bolognese I have had in ages! Time to buy more!“