11 Best Italian Restaurants in Bethesda

Aventino Italian • $$$
4747 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Prosciutto and Buffalo Mozzarella
Ricotta and Honey Appetizer
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Spaghetti Carbonara
Fresh Homemade Pasta
Apple Cake Dessert
Rigatoni Carbonara
Chocolate Mousse
Baked Potatoes
Cacio E Pepe

“This was our first visit to a local Italian restaurant in/at Bethesda row. Nice atmosphere. Service was very attentive.

The food was above average in general - we tried two appetizers, two main dishes and a desert.

There was a special on the menu - corn and crab agnolotti that was excellent. Zucchini appetizer was savory. The crème puff was also excellent. However, lamb shank didn’t impress.

Solid 4 star“

4.3 Superb160 Reviews
Vace Italian Delicatessen Deli • $
4705 Miller Ave, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Tiramisu Cups Imported from Holy
Eggplant Parmigiano
Italian Dressing
Italian Sandwich
Italian Cold Cut
Cheese Pizza
Italian Sub
Gnocchi

“All of the products are authentic and amazing quality. My father in law said that the stuff from this store were the same products he had from his childhood when he lived in Italy. He was very happy with the gift basket I made from the products here. The Italian cold cut is AMAZING and I always get one every time I visit. The pizzas are very tasty too. My fave is the white pizza with onions and my husbands favorite is the cheese and also gets toppings too but if the cheese pizza is good then everything else is a bonus. ONE Bite, everyone knows the rules. 😉“

4 Good58 Reviews
Trattoria Sorrento Italian • $$
4930 Cordell Ave, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Caesar Salad with Our Famous Caesar Dressing and Homemade Croutons
Pane Tostado Con Aglio Garlic Bread
Fettuccine Monte Carlo
Fettuccine Bolognese
Tiramisu and Cannoli
Gnocchi Al Pomodoro
Fettuccine Alfredo
Lamb Chops Special
Risotto Ai Porcini
Chicken Parmesan

“Still smiling after an unforgettable birthday dinner at Trattoria Sorrento in Bethesda! Celebrated with my family—and the 3 generations of family behind the scenes who crafted one of the best meals I’ve ever had. The veal ravioli bolognese was out of this world—homemade, heartfelt, and absolutely delicious. Huge thanks to the Trattoria Sorrento family for making it so special. If you’re looking for authentic Italian with real soul, this is the spot. Grateful for the food, the warmth, and the memories. 🇮🇹🍷🎉 #TrattoriaSorrento #BethesdaEats #ItalianFoodLove #BirthdayDinnerDoneRight #FamilyTradition #VealRavioliDreams“

4.5 Superb52 Reviews
La Panetteria Restaurant Italian • $$
4921 Cordell Ave, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Milanesa de Carne Alla Napolitana
Bife de Chorizo Con Mixta Y Papas
Empanadas De Carne Beef Empanada
Fettuccine Alla Bolognese
Panqueque Dulce de Leche
Fettuccine Alla Carbonara
Milanesa a La Napolitana
Flan Con Dulce De Leche
Molten Chocolate Cake
Pera Al Vino Rosso

“southern and northern Italian specialty foods. Chef Ettore the best!“

4.3 Superb55 Reviews
Mamma Lucia Italian • $
4916 Elm St, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

California Chicken Parmigiana
Fettuccine Alfredo
Fried Mozzarella
Shrimp Linguine
Slice of Pizza
Garlic Knots
Meatballs
Carbonara
Toppings
Special

“Mamma Lucia is a revelation! It’s casual, and relaxed environment, but still a nice spot for a glass of wine on a date. The food was fantastic, I ate way too much, but every time I said it’s my last bite, my mouth would start watering for more. Pizza was great! The deep fried risotto was delicious. But the Penne Vodka pasta was show stopping!
Then came dessert! I don’t even like tiramisu normally. And I could have eaten an entire pan of it!
The service was even better than the food!
Must go to spot!

Recently went a second time to buy a friend I have not seen in years dinner. The service was personable and engaging. Had an incredible evening. My friend who is a foodie praised the quality of everything. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone. Pricing is great for the Bethesda area.
Wish I had taken photos of the food.“

4.2 Good90 Reviews
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Olazzo Italian • $$
7921 Norfolk Ave, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Fettucini Alfredo w Chicken or Steak Milanese
Chicken and Shrimp Alfredo
L Chicken Parmesan Entrée
Shrimp Pesto Linguine
Wild Mushroom Gnocchi
Linguine with Clams
Chicken Cardinalle
Lasagna Bolognese
Chicken Cardinale
L Fried Calamari

“Olazzo catered a recent birthday party for us. Everything about the experience was first rate. Scott Crivella was extremely helpful in finagling the menu. The food was delivered right on time and was ready to serve. Our guests were delighted with the chicken Marsala, mango salmon, penne marinara, antipasto platter and bruschetta. Everything was delicious and the servings were very generous. We were extremely pleased.“

4.2 Good181 Reviews
Pines of Rome Italian • $$
4918 Cordell Ave, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Fra Diavolo or Lobster Platter
White Pizza with Fontina Cheese
Shellfish Platter with Linguini
Veal Parmigiana with Spaghetti
Eggplant Parmigiana
Branzino Whole Fish
Chicken Parmigiana
Combination Salad
Tartufo Ice Cream
Antipasto Salad

“The salad at $8.50 was overpriced. It had a quarter of a tomato, just a few onions, and hardly any other veggies. The bread was tasteless. It was served cold and the crust was too soft. The main course of linguine and clams was fine. The service was a little slow.“

4 Good66 Reviews
Ledo Pizza Pizza • $
10301 Westlake Dr, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Ledo Pizza with Pepperoni Sausage and Green Peppers
Caesar Side Salad
Ledo Pizza Deluxe
Hawaiian Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
8 Ledo Pizza
Veggie Pizza
Naked Wings
Sauce

“This was the worst service ever here and I have not been back since the last bad service..I took a friend here from Philly and took forever to get waited on. appetizer was not fully cooked.Pizza came out.... my pasta never made it out. never heard a word from the manager ..how sad. male employees were constantly occupying the men's room...the waitress is the only one what was apologetic..my friend from Philly was not impressed and I left mad and disappointed. my third time with this location. Gregorio kishketon“

4.4 Superb70 Reviews
Piccoli Piatti Pizzeria Pizza • $
10257 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Wonderful Special Pizza with Stracciatella Cheese
Spaghetti \u0026 Meatballs
Grilled Salmon Salad
Eggplant and Ricotta
Crispy Cauliflower
Mushroom Arancini
Margherita Pizza
Quattro Formaggi
Fried Artichokes
Fried Mozzarella

“10 out of 10 on food and services“

4.3 Superb158 Reviews
Gregorio's Trattoria Pizza • $$
4611-a Sangamore Rd, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Spaghetti Carbonara
Meatball Parmigiana
Arugula Pear Salad
Mussels Marinara
Steak and Cheese
Margherita Pizza
Chicken Piccata
Chicken Marsala
Veal Parmigiana
Pollo Francese

“We had such a great experience here. Our kids enjoyed playing with the pizza dough before their dinner came. Everything was delicious and the service was exceptional.“

4.2 Good125 Reviews
Ledo Pizza Bethesda, MD - River Rd. Pizza • $
5245 River Rd, Bethesda

Customers` Favorites

Mike's Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza
Jumbo Wings Boneless Wings
Ledo Steak & Cheese
Hot Grilled Chicken
Ledo Pizza Deluxe
Meatlovers Pizza
Salads
Fries

“This was the worst service ever here and I have not been back since the last bad service..I took a friend here from Philly and took forever to get waited on. appetizer was not fully cooked.Pizza came out.... my pasta never made it out. never heard a word from the manager ..how sad. male employees were constantly occupying the men's room...the waitress is the only one what was apologetic..my friend from Philly was not impressed and I left mad and disappointed. my third time with this location. Gregorio kishketon“

4 Good54 Reviews

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