50 Best Italian Restaurants near Needham

“Spiga is our absolute favorite restaurant!! We've come a dozen times and it is always the best meal! This particular time, I made a reservation for Father's Day but I accidentally booked it for a week prior - the manager was so incredible and could hear the desperation in my voice, so squeezed us in and made it work by his own kindness, even though the restaurant was fully booked. Our waiter was amazing - the service was incredible from beginning to end and our meal was absolutely delicious and so freshly homemade as always! We cannot wait to come back, thank you Spiga!!“

“We would like to give a higher rating and hope to in the future but there were several areas that could be improved:

1) My husband and I sat on the patio next to the front door. We used to come here alot when it was Petit Robert. They have done a nice job of changing it from French country bistro to modern upscale Italian, still very cozy. It was a lovely evening but it was disrupted by 2 young boys running in and out of the restaurant yelling the score to some game. They continued to yell up and down the sidewalk and climbed the lamppost. It really ruined the vibe. It was surprising that their parents (inside) nor the staff said anything to them. We could over hear the table next to us also commenting about this raucous behavior.

2. The service, although super friendly was slow. We waited for quite some time to place our order and for the bill. I never got the ice that was requested. Perhaps this is because of thr busy crowd on a Friday night.

3. The majority of our dishes were outstanding. The grilled squid appetizer was the best we have had in awhile. The squid was very tender and went perfectly well with the sliced fennel and lemon vinaigrette. My husband's wagyu dish was also beautifully executed. It was cooked to the perfect medium rare and paired nicely with the garlic sauce. Sides included lightly seasoned crispy fingerling potatoes and broccolini also cooked to perfection. I ordered the house special, lobster in vodka sauce with house made pasta. This was the biggest disappointment when the other dishes were so well delivered. The pasta was over cooked and mushy. The sauce was a bit sweet and there were only a few small pieces of lobster claw meat. This was surprising since the dish was more expensive than the wagyu. When the hostess checked in on us, she was gracious in offering to get us something else. I went with the black truffle wheel since we had seen other tables ordering it and the waitress had said it was her favorite dish there. Indeed it was incredible and did not disappoint! The pasta was not overcooked and the sauce was to die for! I loved it and would come back just for that dish alone!

When the bill came out, we assumed that they would have comped us for the lobster dish since that was what we didn't like and had sent it back despite their offering us to take it home. But instead, they had comped us for the truffle dish ($26), which was just over half of the lobster dish ($44). Seemed like a strange unprofessional practice.

Overall we still loved 3 out of 4 dishes so would still come back. Hopefully there won't be screaming kids and perhaps the wait staff would not be as slow.“

“My family makes it there at least once a month. Best mussels on the planet. Bolognese, risotto, chicken parm, rosemary chicken, Lamb shank, something for everyone. Best friendliest staff ever. BYOB makes it even more fun. Daphne, Shannon, Joe, Angel, Dillon…all the bomb!“

“The Greek chicken wrap was amazing! Mainly takeout, small place with a few tables. Nice, clean pizza joint atmosphere, but much better food. A little pricey, but a good value, especially considering that it's in a pricey area.

Parking: Small, free parking lot.“

“Had an amazing time last night! We loved the duck wing special as well as the seafood linguini special. Dishes were prepared so meticulously that were just mouth watering. We also ordered the duck breast which was so fresh and not overwhelming. Matt took great care of us at the bar and was so knowledgeable in the menu. His attentiveness and service made the night special. We will be back!“

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

“The best meal- great service- Beautiful atmosphere And warm friendly hostess“

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

“My husband and I were celebrating our 45th Anniversary. We had the very best waitress who catered to our every need. She was not only excellent, but was kind, caring and extremely happy for us. Marybeth was great! Look forward to her waiting on us again!!♥“

“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!“

“Hands down the best in Davis. Don't think twice about going to eat here! 10/10 atmosphere 10/10 staff 10/10 food 10/10 drinks Don't believe me? Go and see for yourselves! :)“

“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!“

“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.“

“Another wonderful family lunch today! Thank you Chris and the Carlo’s Cucina family. My second visit in three weeks. We’ll definitely be back! My new favorite dining spot on my visits to Allston, from the Cape. 👍🍽️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mark N.“

“Su buen servicio y la comida es deliciosa.“

“DELICIOUS food & wine, good service“

“Always amazing food and service!!!“

“Had a wonderful dinner here with my wife and in-laws! You can immediately tell it’s a family-owned spot—there’s a genuine warmth and pride in everything they do.
Stella, the owner's daughter, took fantastic care of us. She was an absolute delight: engaging, attentive, and made our evening feel truly special. On top of the outstanding hospitality, every dish that hit the table was delicious and beautifully prepared.
A real neighborhood gem. We had a great experience from start to finish and will definitely be back!“

“Great service and delicious food“

“Da LaPosta is an absolute must go to if you are someone who appreciates great Italian food and service! Mario is a top notch chef who pays homage to his Italian roots by sharing his family's cooking that he grew up on. Every single dish is so fresh and full of flavor. The fresh pasta dish we had was so light and delicate. The pizza with homemade dough was fabulous and flavorful. The eggplant parm app is so good and an absolute must have when you visit. The zucchini flower app with ricotta was so light and tasty. Mario and his team understand how food should be made using the freshest ingredients and keeping everything simple and full of flavor. The General Mngr and wait staff were so attentive, welcoming, and professional. They pay attention to the details, doing things like swapping out your silverware and flatware after each course, which just makes the overall dining experience so enjoyable. Skip the North End and go to Da LaPosta. You won't regret it.“

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

“Il Capriccio always delivers! We had delicious food- some apps, mostly fish mains. Fish was fresh and tasty, apps (tuna tartare, mushroom/polenta, lobster/corn croquette) were slightly different from usual choices elsewhere and again, fresh and good. Cocktails were prepared well and service was attentive. Hadn't been in a while, but glad to see standards continue to remain high.“

“Excellent people exc food great prices!“

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

“One of my favorite local Italian restaurants! Their homemade pasta is delicious. Their service is fast and their portions are gigantic!“

“Great. Been there dozens of times.“

“I have never in my life had a steak cheese & mushroom sandwich as good as Lola’s. We stopped in for a quick dinner Wednesday and I have been thinking (dreaming?) since then about how delicious it was. It’s a bit far for us to come there regularly but I can’t wait to visit again.“

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

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

“always excellent food and service!“

“Vincenzo’s Italian Deli is the real deal! Their panini are prepared with the freshest of imported ingredients (prosciutto, mozzarella, basil, etc), They also offer hot subs, freshly made Arancini rice balls, mini sfogliatelle, and homemade focaccia. In addition, they sell a wide range of imported Italian snacks, cookies, drinks, and condiments (many of which you can usually only find in Boston). Furthermore, modern Italian music is playing from the moment you step in, which truly adds to the authentic experience. Staff very friendly and hardworking🙌“

“Good food, friendly staff, affordable for lunch and catering“

“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!“

“Small hole in the wall but Fire pizza!“

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

“Fantastic place to hang out to be with friends always a great time and awesome food 😊😊😊“

“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!“

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

“Amazing food. Start to finish - all was amazing. The only regret was getting 2 cheese dishes together. I should have realized or the waiter should have pointed it out - regardless the dishes by themselves were amazing. The CHEF knows how to cook and the desert was very well balanced. Definitely a restaurant to come to in Boston!“

“Hands down the best steak and cheese I’ve ever had!!! Please add it to the menu indefinitely, I need to know I can come eat this whenever I want it- because I will be craving it. The bread is so perfect, the chopped onions, enough cheese. Literally perfect!!!!!“

“Sometimes you’re at the end of a long day, you’re beat up and unshowered and just want to lay down and let the day end. Then you remember your wife hasn’t eaten and she deserves the world. So you call a place you’ve driven by a thousand times and never stopped at. Charlie answers the phone. Not a guy who just says “pickup or delivery”, it’s your buddy; Charlie. Suddenly your day isn’t so long anymore. That chicken Cesar salad he just rung up for you is going to make it all better. Oh and it’s big enough for you and your wife to split because you’re hungry too.
Thanks Charlie.“

“We had an excellent dining experience here. Calamari was some of the best I have ever had. Flatbread pizza was creative and oh so flavorful. Mushroom ravioli wasn’t a huge portion but was so well made and fresh I didn’t care. Creative and well made cocktails and the complimentary bread was delicious and a really nice touch. Our waitress Kathleen was very kind and attentive, and when our gift card was accidentally misplaced she worked with the manager to rectify right away. Fantastic atmosphere and outdoor dining experience! Would highly recommend this spot!“

“Absolutely amazing experience! This is a must try for all.“

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

“Very family Friendly as well has a Very Nice Bar-Everything i have had is Superb-Large portion-The bingo on Tuesday is alot of Fun!!“

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

“On a recent trip to Boston we visited Standard Italian to celebrate a 60th Birthday. They personalized the menu to honor the Birthday Boy and dinner was so amazing. Our waitress was attentive and personable and it couldn't have been a better night. In fact we enjoyed the experience so much that we stopped in another night before a game at Fenway for cocktails and apps. The atmosphere is great the food is also really good.“

“We tried 6 different things and they were all amazing . Great pizza , deserts are delicious. Fun atmosphere and the big wood stove fire is cool. Service was fast and polite. Our food came out pretty fast even tho it was busy on Friday. Everything was very well prepared and generous serving sizes. I can’t wait to go back. Get the Popeyes sweet pea pizza . One of the best pizzas I’ve ever had.“

“The food was just as I remembered“