35 Best Italian Restaurants near Essex

“excellent restaurant and bar!…. nice people my issue is the fact when I was leaving this evening I was absolutely eaten alive by mosquitoes… is it just me?� I never in my life been swarmed like that“

“The food was great, but what really made this dining experience so phenomenal & memorable was our waitress Fabiola. Such a bright personality that made this night with friends one I’ll remember forever.“

“Best fish chowder I’ve ever had“

“The food is excellent WE HAD CHICKEN AND Stake every thing that we had is excellent“

“This place is under new management by a new owner named Nick and he is amazing ! The attention to detail from start to finish was amazing by him , the staff & the chef who is insanely talented. This place is on pace to become the #1 Italian destination in Mass and I cannot wait to see them grow !“

“We rented their event room for our wedding celebration and it was wonderful from start to finish. Neil made the whole setup process very easy and the actual event was so stress-free and enjoyable. Our guests raved about the food! I recommend this place highly for any events.“

“Best restaurant in Gloucester area … hands down“

“Everything about the store is on point! The homemade pastas that you bite into and your teeth feel that little firmness,😃, the flavors that your palate starts taking on, your brain instantly wants MORE! As you savor (and possibly moan a bit to loud lol) the incredible flavors of something as simple as carbonara, w/prosciutto, red onions & Romano cheese. Every visit, including take-out has been 💯% spot on! Mentioning take out, we recently dined outside, and watched the grubbers (grub hub) mad dashes in and out multiple times! We recognized at least 3 drivers, non stop pickup and drop orders, repeatedly! Thank you so much Little Store for your incredible hard work (when no one wants to work and think they should get everything free🤬🤬🤬) You are what America is built on! From the front of the house to last dish washed, you are all a generous team, so it appears from the outside. Great Job! P.S.Your freshness is duly noted!!! There are desserts, lemon mascarpone 🍰 cheesecake (can’t remember if it’s cake or cheesecake…red, red, wine..) Just stupid delicious at the end of a fantastic meal!! And I have had the chocolate torte or something like that…. 😱😱equally as good! I would just ROLL in them if it was acceptable…🤣🤣🤣so yummy!!! Thanks for letting me share my joy of The Little Store… and there legit hardworking staff!!! 👍👍👍“

“Thanks for all you do to help my husbands veterans project each in year Beverly. Your food is delicious!“

“I have tried salads, subs, multiple pizzas, wings & dinners all were fantastic. Reasonably priced, owner super friendly. Easily best pizza in Beverly as well as Best pizza ever. Meatballs are unbeatable size quality I could go on and on.“

“They accommodated us as a large group (14) for an after wedding dinner during their busy October season. Food was great. Service was excellent! Serving size was good and price was surprisingly modest for our large group.“

“I only wish they had WiFi I took an uber and could not order one to go home. I had to have a family member call one for me. In this day and age when people want to be responsible they make it very hard😩“

“Think about a cozy place you want to visit here and there giving you an European classic vibe... Daniella's has a fine menu, with great options, I've tried the Gnocchi and my Wife tried the Steak, both were phenomenal. You guys were great 10/10, since the very first moment, we're def coming back.“

“Caffe Italia is the absolute best!!!Delicious food,wonderful staff,reasonable prices!!I Cannot say enough good things about Caffe Italia Trattoria & Bar! One is made to almost feel like family.Atmosphere is lovely ,friendly & relaxing.I highly recommend!!“

“Piccolo bowl huge and delicious“

“I recently visited this pizzeria and had a great experience overall. The pizza was absolutely delicious—fresh ingredients, perfectly baked crust, and rich flavors in every bite. You can really tell they care about quality and authenticity. What made the visit even better was the staff. They were welcoming, friendly, and very attentive without being overwhelming. The service was quick, and they made sure everything was just right throughout the meal. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy good food with friends or family. I would definitely recommend this pizzeria to anyone looking for tasty pizza and excellent customer service.“

“I love this place! One of my favorite restaurants in the greater Boston area. Super friendly & attentive staff, delicious food, entrees are huge portions, overall great atmosphere, and locally owned and run by an amazing family. Been at least 4x in the last 4-5months and plan to be back often to try the rest of the menu“

“Food is always good Whose Muddy Shoes very entertaining“

“They don’t care about the people working The has the worst people working in the kitchen“

“I recommend shopping at Fresca Pizza and Pasta. The restaurant offers fresh pasta, a nice atmosphere, and very clean and well organized environment. For example, homemade sauce, great prices, and excellent options for dining alone or with the whole family. Also, they offer excellent service, have a wood-fired oven, and are open until 9 p.m every day. The wood-fired oven makes the pizza incredibly delicious, with a unique and surprising flavor. A great place to spend time with family and friends. They offer a variety of salads with incredible dressing, perfect for anyone looking for a healthier option. For these reasons, I highly recommend this place. It is definitely worth visiting.“

“Our extended family celebrated an 80th birthday Sat. There were 14 of us & our Food was delivered all together & hot. Not easy with a large crowd. The food was varied & each dish was perfect! Huge shout out to our waitress Savanna 💕 So attentive, friendly with excellent service.“

“thank goodness for 5 Sons (& the lovely, beautiful-hearted Jen in particular) Entire staff is awesome & the food is just beyond. 😋“

“Highly recommend the pizza; it features all very fresh ingredients. The staff is very friendly and the environment is very comfortable! Great to bring the kids!“

“Dined here recently for the first time, what a hidden gem. Nice cozy atmosphere, Food was top notch, delicious, and huge portions. Waitress was excellent, very friendly and knowledgable. Highly recommend this place if you want real authentic Italian food. We will definitely be back.“

“Scott and his crew are a welcome staff to this place. Had an awesome toasted Italian today with some pizza and a few other items to boot. Great service, clean place, excellent food. Can’t wait to go back!! Good luck Scott, you’re going to kill it!!“

“The Muffuletta Sandwich is amazing!“

“Yummy pizza! We usually get cheese or cheese & mushroom pizza. Note to owner:

When I try to go to your specific website, this pops up on my phone: net::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID comes up with a message, just fyi.

And/Or it would be helpful to post new photos of the updated menu since it has changed offerings and prices.

Everything else is great! 😊“

“service was great pizza was delicious“

“Amazing service! Great food and drinks! Antonio was AMAAAZZZING!!! He’s the best server ever!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️“

“I love love, love Tony’s Italian restaurant! Being fortunate enough to live across the street from the business, I have thoroughly enjoyed many years of going to Tony’s. Food is totally delicious, and pizza unbelievably delicious! Family owned business, and they are absolutely lovely. I always feel right at home when I visit. I could go on and on, but I just had to say wonderful things about the whole family, and about the wonderful food that I have enjoyed & continue to enjoy ,at Tony’s restaurant. I continue to be fortunate enough to celebrate this great business!??“

“Pizza is delicious and the crust is always surprisingly better than I dare so MOST pizza out there. I’ve had thin, thick, Chicago, Detroit and NY style many times over and this is my favorite crust. So ask for extra marinara on the side to dip it in and enjoooy. The owner or main chef last night and I were sympatico on this. Also he’s a total mensch- ordered a pizza and didn’t realize it was cash only, I had a $20 and he spotted me the rest. So kind, this is why I love small town joints. I will indeed be back as I always have over the years. Also, we then took that pizza and ate it at the lighthouse on the neck and watched an incredible sunset and thunderstorm pass over Beverly. What a special spot.“

“If you're searching for the best pizza in Peabody, MA, Frankie Slice is the perfect place to visit. This restaurant has been voted as the best pizzaera in Massachusetts, and it's worth trying. Not only do they have fantastic pizza, their roast beef sandwiches, chicken parmesan dinner, and meatballs with spaghetti are all mouth-watering. And if you have a sweet tooth, try their ice cream and gelato. I highly recommend visiting "Frankie Slice" - you'll not be disappointed! Try the Shrimp Scampi pizza.“

“I recommend the deep dish spinach, garlic, bacon, sauge, feta pizza!!! Cooked to perfection, lots of flavor, my family absolutely devoured it!! I was so pleased I had to share some with my neighbors....and of course they loved it. Keep up the great work Leonardos!!!“

“Pretty solid. For the merunga1 review, the store's hours are incorrect. They close at 8:30pm. Odd to leave a 1 star review because of this.“

“Got a steak and cheese and it was delicious“