50 Best Italian Restaurants near Middleton

“Dinner was amazing customer service was excellent!entertainment was outstanding!!! Will definitely return“

“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.“

“Wonderful experience at Rossetti. Our first time there. The service is outstanding and the food to die for. Best Italian restaurant I have ever eaten at. Love love love this place. Try it you will not be sorry.“

“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 atmosphere. Excellent service. Delicious tiramisu & raspberry cheesecake. Very tasty watermelon strawberry sangria. & the absolute BEST chicken limone with fresh pasta!“

“Took my brother in for his birthday 9/8, the waiter was great the food was great and the atmosphere was great and Linda at the front door of course was also a great woman and funny! Now my brother is taking me back for my birthday 9/16 who needs the nort end when we have this great family Italian restaurant right on foster st in Peabody!“

“I love The Berry Tavern. It's has a great vibe. Lots of good menu options. The food and cocktails are delicious. The owners and staff are great as well; my favorite night is Thursday because of the music. 👍🏼“

“Went for dinner Sunday with my son and had one of the best meals I’ve had in a very long time. From the Service, the bread in that oil was amazing to the shrimp scampi and the tiramisu. Highly recommend!!!“

“Open the door to a cozy atmosphere, warm, welcoming owner/chefs Huberto and Gabriel, friendly servers Alondra, Aricelli, Josh, Kevin and 2 or 3 newer folks whose names I haven't mastered yet--age related, of course! The food is delicious and portions are GENEROUS! My favorites are Tagliatelle Bolognese, Shrimp Scampi, and Haddock Francesca or Francaise, I forget which. Desserts are also a delight, especially the Chocolate Souffle. Dinner and drinks at Ciao Amici is a delightful experience!“

“Best Italian pasta I ever tried!!!“

“Atmosphere is great and food was amazing!“

“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.“

“Order trays of food and a few puzzas for my sons party. Everything was fresh, perfectly wrapped up and ready when requested. To top it off everything was Delicious and everyone raved about the food! Highly reccomend.“

“One of our favorites! Delicious authentic Italian dishes! Awesome mixed cocktails!“

“We recently ordered from Gallo Nero Ristorante in Peabody for my mother’s 85th birthday, and it was truly one of the BEST dining experiences our family has ever had. Every single dish was exceptional, fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with pride and passion. We ordered a little bit of everything, and every item exceeded our expectations. The Thick Sicilian Pizza, both cheese and pepperoni, was absolutely outstanding, perfectly crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with rich, authentic flavor. The tomato and mozzarella salad was incredibly fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced. The pastas were the stars of the show. The Lobster Ravioli, generously filled with real lobster, was hands-down the best we have ever tasted anywhere. The Butternut Squash Ravioli was velvety, sweet, and unbelievably fresh. The Eggplant Rollatini was tender, cheesy, and baked to perfection. We also received soft dinner rolls and the most delicious homemade focaccia, courtesy of the owner, and it was out of this world. And speaking of the owner, Nick, deserves special recognition. He went above and beyond for us. He made an exception to deliver the order personally, ensuring the food arrived on time and piping hot, and he took the extra step to double-check that everything was perfect. His kindness added a personal touch that made the celebration even more meaningful. Gallo Nero made my mother’s milestone birthday truly unforgettable. If you're looking for exceptional Italian food with unmatched service, we cannot recommend Gallo Nero Ristorante highly enough. Thank you, Nick, for helping make our celebration so special!“

“The most amazing dinner experience we’ve ever had! Theresa made us feel like family and even kept my 7 year old laughing and excited the whole meal. Her food takes you right back to Italy and it’s made with so much love. We traveled from Texas and tried it on a whim - WOW best meal/experience of the whole trip. I am forever grateful for the meal and kindness you gave to me and my family. Please don’t hesitate, just jump in and try her place today!“

“This was a great dining experience! We dine out pretty often and like good quality food.. This restaurant hit the mark on everything we like in a restaurant from the cocktails to the apps and all entrees were delicious! Very refreshing atmosphere, bright clean and modern. Will definitely be back again! - Kim Smith“

“My go-to spot was too busy for takeout tonight, so I tried this place. I must say their steak tips were amazing and I now found a new go-to place! Delicious!“

“Come here all the time and it is by far the best pizza I’ve ever had! Everything is great, from the bread to the desserts. The owners Sonia and Sean are the best!“

“The best restaurant in Boston!! Congratulations guys!“

“Great atmosphere and great food! Everything was great! Will definitely be back“

“I'm embarrassed to say this was our first time.. It was excellent. Hostess when we arrived was on top of our reservation info as we had a birthday guest. Danielle our server was absolutely the best part of the night. Treats you like a VIP in her home. She told us we were getting the cacio pepe arancini! so we did! They were great. Food was great. We can't wait to go back. Asking for Danielle too!“

“I can only say that Old Tyme Italian is the best. The restaurant, the staff, the food all excellent. My family has had a few functions there and no complaints ever. We highly recommend it.“

“Excellent service and food“

“Was there for the first time for Valentine's Day. Food was delicious and our waitress was very attentive. We look forward to returning again soon!“

“This place is KILLING IT...a small family-run restaurant tucked away in the corner of a North Reading strip mall but pumping out big dishes, big flavors and great creativity...the staff is always present, warm and welcoming...keep up the good work !!!“

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

“After many years of walking by, I finally went in for dinner tonight. I was very happy with the experience. Friendly staff and excellent food. I will definitely return!“

“Food was prompt, delicious, and most importantly not hard on the bank! The wait staff are friendly and it’s my partner’s and I’s favorite food place in Shelby! I get the wings or Alfredo and he gets their meat calzone or Stuffed shells! (I recommend trying both✨)“

“food is the best on the north shore. tom and Laura are great drivers and staff very friedly“

“Good and service is wonderful!!!!“

“My granddaughter and I finally made it to Decor restaurant. This restaurant had come highly recommended by many people and It has been on our bucket list for a while and tonight we finally tried it out and we both loved our dinner and desert so much. The Restaurant was very clean and it is also family owned and the owners are lovely people ,we can’t wait to go back and bring some friends. I give it a big huge 👍 up😄“

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

“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😩“

“The owner came around and I was so glad she did so I could compliment her on the most delicious stuffed artichokes EVER!“

“A very nice experience. The food was delicious and the portions were plentiful. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Food. Service. Atmosphere.. ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.. portions sre huge! Authentic and delish 👍👍“

“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“

“It’s our 1st time here food atmosphere and wait staff were awesome me and my husband celebrated our anniversary there tonight we shared mozzarella marinara and a Caesar salad and we both got the chicken broccoli and ziti in a garlic cream sauce ugh so delicious the only thing that bothered me and my husband a little was the loud noise from everyone talking other than that everything else was amazing we are def coming back“

“Nick and Janelle were outstanding bartenders. Their attention to detail was something to be admired even as the bar was crowded. They were personable and truly cared about the customer experience.“

“Always a wonderful appetizer, main course, and dessert here. Our family has been coming for over a decade. I especially love that they serve cassata cake, as it’s one of my favorite desserts. Fried calamari is a go-to. Their pizza is amazing. Gnocchi and meatballs are so good!“

“Piccolo bowl huge and delicious“

“Went there for the first time tonight, and the food was amazing, and also the staff were incredible. Would highly recommend.“

“Greet food we will always come back her to eat“

“My son has special needs and we were treated with such kindness. I’m so thankful for the service provided and giving us a larger table to eat at so my son doesn’t get burnt. Heather is compassionate and made my heart smile! The food is beyond superb and there is no doubt that Logan and I will be back soon! ❤️“

“Our favorite place! The food is consistently delicious, the service is always outstanding, and it just has a great vibe and atmosphere. We love Orzo’s!“

“Last night I had the pleasure of visiting Volo Craft Pizza in Swampscott, MA — and wow, what an experience! 🌊🍕 The ambiance right by the water is beautiful, with Boston’s skyline in the distance, and the service made us feel right at home. Owners Pina and Tony are so warm and personable — it truly feels like family when you’re there. Now, the food… absolutely incredible. Having grown up with New York City parents (and with my own background working in a pizza restaurant), I know good pizza when I taste it — and this was next-level. Their Detroit-style Double Trouble pizza with hot honey was out of this world. 🍯🔥 The Caesar salad with fresh-grated cheese was crisp and flavorful, and don’t even get me started on the cannolis with chocolate chips and lemon — pure heaven. 🍋🍫 I’d happily drive 35 minutes any day for this. The pizzas are clearly made with love, and I can’t wait to bring my parents back to try it. If you’re anywhere near the North Shore (or even if you’re not) — do yourself a favor and try Volo. Highly recommend! 🙌 #VoloCraftPizza #SwampscottMA #NorthShoreEats #PizzaLovers #DetroitStylePizza #BostonEats #FoodieFavorites“

“Amazing and delicious pizza and team! all around the BEST!“

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

“I took my wife to Magia in Danvers on December 8, 2022. I have been patronizing many, many Italian restaurants in the area for many years. However, I can tell you that going to this one was an unbelievable experience. Here's how I would rate this Restaurant. Service: 10/10 Food: 10/10 Cleanliness: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Menu Choices: 10/10 What else can I say. I was greatly impressed with the service and the food. In passing, I mentioned, to the folks at the desk, that I was there for the first time, and it was my wife's birthday. What do you know, the server brought over a few Canoles with a lit candle. How considerate was that!!! My recommendation: Give this place a try. You will not regret it. If you have any special food requests, they are very accommodating. A truly wonderful group of people. By the way, they actually know how to make Veal Parisian correctly with exceptionally tender veal. Their Salmon is also great!! Give it a try. You won't regret it.“