50 Best Italian Restaurants near Rockland

“I finally tried here last night and was not disappointed! I'm always hesitant to try new places as we are picky, (especially with Italian food) but everything was great! The place was so chic and beautiful. the apps, drinks, dinner, and dessert were all delicious. our waiter was beyond friendly and attentive. we will definitely be back!“

“Everything is delicious! Huge Portions Friendly Staff A++++“

“love and recommend. very good“

“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...“

“Amazing day @Novara for lunch !“

“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“

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

“Three of us went there Friday night… in spite of the place being mobbed… our waiter was very attentive… the food was outstanding!! This is my 5th time here… and I will be back!! Try the short ribs, they do not disappoint! We were all thrilled with our meal choices! Bon appetite!“

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

“The food, the atmosphere and the service!! You cannot go wrong with this place! Felt like we were eating with family! Food was fantastic and the service was wonderful! Can’t wait to go back!“

“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!“

“Johnny Macs is a very good restaurant their food is awesome portions are big and the staff is very nice. The one thing I do say is that it’s a little on the pricey side but that’s ok in my book because you’re paying for the quality. 🍝“

“Have always loved this Place! Great for birthdays and celebrations too!“

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

“Johnny Macs is a very good restaurant their food is awesome portions are big and the staff is very nice. The one thing I do say is that it’s a little on the pricey side but that’s ok in my book because you’re paying for the quality. 🍝“

“The food is excellent. I wish they would update the dining room. It wouldn’t take much. The floor looks like it is never washed.“

“This has to be the South Shore's best kept secret! My wife and I were looking to grab a quick meal the other day and stopped by Cannoli's on Whitman's Pond. I've been to the restaurant several time for various functions, but never for dinner. Vinny was wonderful - just the right attention - no hovering, but there when we needed anything. My wife had the chicken piccata and I had chicken marsala. Both were incredible! Plus, it's affordable - around $65 for the two of us (including two glasses of wine!) This will definitely become one of our go to places!“

“My first time dining here, not my last. Everything was piping hot and delicious!!!“

“Food and and service is always spectacular!“

“We stopped by with our whole family after a long day in town. Popped off the ferry and stopped by for dinner. The food was fantastic - came out quickly, was flavorful, and good portions. The kids meals were a hit, and the messes were a highlight!

But the service was worth its own review. The two young ladies manning the bar and the counter were working at double time, filling orders, getting waters, pouring beer. It was a great experience, the patio was great for the kids, and we’ll definitely be coming back!!“

“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!“

“My husband and I stopped there for lunch while our dog was being groomed. We ordered sandwiches and my husband started to feel lightheaded. We were served and it had to ask for the check and take out containers. Our waitress was an angel from god. She brought the takeout containers and the check and also a bottle of cold water, an empty bag and extra napkins in case he was sick on our way home. We didn’t even get a chance to eat our food. She could be given something for her heartfelt concern which I feel was over and above. She is at the Abington restrained her name is Mary. God bless and keep you safe Mary!“

“A little taste of Italy! Everything was on point 100% from the drinks to the dessert. Espresso martini was the best EVER, the bolognese was the BEST EVER! The chocolate lava cake and gelato was by far the best I’ve ever had! Service, staff atmosphere was all amazing! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Great food great service the owner is very nice and friendly smiles all the time , chicken fingers is so delicious ,I order Sara's calzone all the time 💗“

“From the Hostess to the Servers, staff was pleasant and professional. The food was exceptional!“

“Tonight was my first time at this restaurant. Trust me this is a hidden gem of Norwell if you haven’t discovered it yet.
From start to finish the meals were amazing and our waitress Alison, made our dinner experience perfect!
Cannot wait to go back. Honestly would give 100 stars if I could.“

“Awesome portions“

“They lost a customer!! We ordered take out 2 weeks ago on Friday night, Caesar salad with chicken, chicken Alfredo, and chicken broccoli Alfredo. We picked up the food within 30 minutes, the time we were quoted when picking up and live about 10 minutes away, let just say it was one of the worst take out meals we have had. Immediately after we started eating I called and spoke to the manager, the salad was watery and croutons were mushy, the chicken Alfredo was cold, the Parmesan wasn't melted! The food tasted like it a day old and microwaved! The manager took all my info and stated she would call me back after dinner service, never heard from her. Saturday I called back after not hearing, the same manager answered apologizing it was late when she finished dinner service but the owner was out of town and would call me back during the week, ok no problem. Late Monday I get a voicemail from the owners wife, working in customer service I was appalled by the voicemail. She stated that croutons do get soggy if you don't eat the salad right away and to order the dressing on the side next time. And that Alfredo just separates if you don't eat right away, suggesting I don't let it sit to room temperature before serving. I immediately called her back and explained I picked up the order and called within 40 minutes of placing the order, she stated that wasn't explained to me. She continued to tell me, speaking to someone in the background I have never heard this many complaints before. She proceeded to ask me what I wanted her to do about it, she stated she needed to talk to her husband because they don't just refund someone because they complain... I proceeded to tell her I had pictures if she was interested. I texted her the pictures and she told me she had to speak to her husband and would call me back... over a week later no call 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?“

“All around great I would definitely take my wife there again“

“Decided to try Evviva in Hanover! Well I was very surprised. Got seated by a hostess with a smiling face. The waitress Hannah was full of suggestions with great service. We ordered pizza and short ribs. The pizza was like I was in the North End of Boston. Short ribs were extremely moist and tender. The best I’ve had in a long time. The manager Dave came to the table to make sure our food was as we expected. Hanna checked on us as well. The portions were good actually more than we can eat. The desserts were fresh and delicious. I can’t say enough about Evviva in Hanover, Ma and plan on dining at Evviva more often.“

“Excellent service and delicious food. They were super accommodating allergies and the gluten free ricotta and gluten free cheese focaccia were delicious. They were unfortunately out of pizza but I’ll just have to try it next time! It’s nice to have another allergy friendly restaurant in Quincy.

Dietary restrictions: Extremely accommodating to wheat allergies and gluten free needs and other allergies.“

“We had our son’s baptism lunch today and the food and service were excellent! Communication on selecting the menu before the event was clear and efficient. The customized printed menus were a nice touch to have as a keepsake. Our waitress handled our private group plus some tables of other diners with ease (she was a real pro). We will definitely be back and recommend Sorelle to others for their functions!“

“Went with my daughter to celebrate birthdays during November. The Christmas display was so beautiful, it was such a fun way to kick off the Christmas Season!! We were seated right away, our Server was fantastic, she checked in frequently making sure we had everything we needed. The food was delicious, we had the Chicken Marsala and the Chicken Parm, and a couple Espresso Martinis. It was a wonderful evening!!“

“Caterered luncheon from The Italian Kitchen. Everything was delicious as always! Want to give a shout out to Amanda. She was a huge help with setting this up!“

“Incredible pizza! Great eggplant Parm. The Short ribs are amazing. Plus the staff are super attentive and friendly. Love this place!“

“Went back after a long time, and they had specials.Shrimp scampi $23 and the trios for 19.99. Good deal prices have gone up like everything & everybody but it's still so good
The server Jen is phenomenal, she's one of their mainstays. Recommended for sure.“

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

“We order atleast 3 sometimes 4 times a week food ALWAYS PLEASED with the order Fast Delivery and Pleasant Friendly taking orders on the phone. Our Favorite Place ❤❤ THANK YOU !!“

“A cozy, small restaurant tucked away within downtown Cohasset. I especially wanted to give an enormous shoutout to the extremely generous jumbo lobster sandwich that they sold during this time. It was expensive, as expected, but it did not disappoint in terms of its mass. It was huge, delicious and presentable.

The atmosphere is, as I stated before, cozy, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. It was definitely more on the quieter side--which I preferred that day--though that may depend on the time and season when you visit.

If you're walking or driving around town, I strongly recommend stopping by here, as it is an easy 5-stars for me.“

“I stopped by this Italian deli and ordered an Italian sub. It was really good — fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. That said, it was a little different than what I expected. Instead of the traditional lettuce, tomato, (sometimes banana peppers) and oil, it came with chopped tomatoes, white onion, and pickles. Not quite the Italian grinder I grew up eating, but still delicious in its own way. Overall, I’d give it a solid 7 out of 10 — mostly because I can’t help but compare it to the classic version I’m used to. Definitely worth a try if you’re open to a unique take on a classic!“

“I stopped on my way home for a couple of pizzas and an appetizer. As usual, they got our special order pizza right and done perfectly. We have been many times to this Bertucci's and have always been satisfied with either dine in or carry out. The staff is always accommodating and pleasant. We will be back!!“

“I had a salad, and my daughter had a burger and fries. I feel like you can't really mess up a salad, but you can mess up fries. That's what happened to my daughter's meal.

We ordered for pickup and when it was time to eat. My toddler struggled to eat the fries, they were so overcooked and hard for her to chew.

Everything else was good, though. I just assumed we caught the line cooks on a bad day. But... Who knows?“

“Hands down the best Italian restaurant and pizza, family owned for 50 years! Love it“

“Ordered large turkey sub toasted with lettuce, pickles, tomato and small salami with pickles and onions with Curley fries. Delicious!“

“Wicked Good Food! It’s the first time ordering from here. I’m always skeptical of 1st tries because I’m VERY picky about pizza. I got a small veggie pizza and it was awesome! Their sauce is good and they’re super generous with the toppings and cheese! Also tried the buffalo tenders, omg…wicked good! They’re not all dripping with buffalo sauce, they’re the exact right amount of buffalo-ey, but in a dry way, and with perfect crunchiness! I almost kinda want a part time job here in case they have employee discounts ‼️“

“Portofino's *delicious* food*" was the right choice for the Wedding Rehearsal Dinner for my Son and his Bride! We've ordered from Portofino's for years; The dishes are always terrific and The Manager and staff are always friendly and helpful. Having Portofino's at our special event was fantastic. Thank you! **Pasta fra diavolo, Chicken Parm & fabulous meatballs and sauce! So, so good!“

“I have been here a couple times and each time, I am NEVER displeased. I can’t say the same for the other locations though. I got the carbonara and stick to that usually which is always impeccable. I’ve had my food right after I get into the car after leaving and reheated leftovers and the food is perfect either way. The garlic bread with cheese is massive and so tasty!“

“Absolutely the best! Kindest family owners, most delicious food and great catering menu!“

“a great cheese pizza. been looking to find a pizza like this,good sauce. good cheese. I'll be back“