40 Best Italian Restaurants near Darnestown

“I only leave reviews when I’m impressed, and this place did just that. We thought the business model is awesome, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere while keeping the space small and personal. We showed up at 4:45 and by the time the door opens at 5 there were about 10 of us waiting in line. Around 6pm the restaurant filled up so plan to arrive early if you don’t want to wait.

Having a smaller menu allows the attention to details to be shown through each dish. We loved the beets and the snap peas we got. If you’re an burrata person, the accompanying sauce makes the dish.

Our waiter was very nice and attentive. The pizza is as good as it gets if you like napoleon style. We enjoyed watching the kitchen and the oven works as well. Will def come back and recommend!“

“The bread was bussin, the calamari tasted like fried egg but in a good way. The mozarella sticks on the other hand could use better breading. The server was friendly but a bit pushy when I couldn’t eat everything. Which is understandable. Gotta be a conservationist. But lesson learned for next time. Just get the bread and calamari. 👍🏻“

“Pizza, hot subs, wines etc. All delicious!“

“Gregorio’s is somewhere I can always feel at home with friends and family. The food is excellent and the feeling is always welcoming.“

“I am from Baltimore and while working in Germantown I wanted something to eat other than fast food. I went into Paisano's around 530pm and was greeted so nicely by a young woman. I did not want a sub because Montgomery Co normally you get a steak um and that is what I am used too. I ordered the chicken Parmigian with pasta. Wow the sauce was amazing, pasta was perfect, the breaded chicken was covered in cheese. The garlic bread was so good. Great price, large portion that I could not finish. I told the girl behind counter that the food was awesome and it made this fatboy happy. I am 6'4 & 280lbs and I wanted to hug everyone but I did not want to scare anyone. Thank you!“

“Love this place. Great food and staff“

“VERY nice neighborhood restaurant--with good food and friendly staff and customers. Everyone nearby should come by and check them out!“

“Love the food and outdoor seating. Great for get together and family meals.“

“Yo this burger place definitely surprised me. The burger was juicy, fries were crispy, and the milkshake honestly slapped 😂. Food quality was easily the best part of the whole experience. Service was still solid but the wait time took a little longer than expected during dinner rush. Atmosphere was fun though and the restaurant felt clean and comfortable. Definitely coming back because the food alone was worth it 🍔🔥🥤“

“We were in Gaithersburg for a soccer tournament with our son. We googled nearby Italian restaurants and stumbled upon Il pizzico. Being of Sicilian descent, I noticed they had some familiar foods you can’t just get anywhere and made a reservation. What a pleasant surprise! From the carpaccio and arancini appetizers, pasta and risotto to the gelato and cannoli desserts, everything was 5 stars. We will be back in the spring!“

“Paisano’s Pizza has a really welcoming and relaxed atmosphere that makes it a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal. The restaurant has a classic neighborhood pizza-shop feel where the staff are friendly and attentive, which makes the whole experience even better. The service is quick and organized, and the food always comes out hot and fresh. The pizza tastes great with a well-made crust and fresh toppings. Overall, Paisano’s Pizza is a great spot with great food, good service, and a comfortable atmosphere that makes you want to come back. 🍕👍“

“The pasta dishes are excellent! Gluten-free alternative penne pasta was quite yummy. I love their tangy red sauce. The eggplant parmesan was divine! And drinks are poured generously. My personal favorite was the Manhattan. Regretfully I forgot to take photos.“

“We had a really good experience overall. The food was great, especially the fettuccine with shrimp and steak, that dish was honestly excellent.

The only disappointment was the shrimp linguine. The sauce didn’t taste well-balanced and it felt like it wasn’t mixed or prepared properly, which was surprising compared to how good the rest of the food was.“

“Great food! The service was great, and the people very friendly! We will definitely be returning customers!“

“Rico, sabroso y bien atendido“

“Lucia's is my favorite Italian restaurant. Lasagna,Ravioli,Pizza, fresh baked bread and the best Steak and cheese subs !“

“My favorite restaurant is Gregorio"s. The food is delicious served warm, service is delightful and the place is always welcoming. If you are looking for a great meal visit Gegorio's Trattoria .“

“Lemon ricotta cookies are amazing!“

“We dined at local provisions for Christmas Eve. The bruschetta and the caesar salad were amazing and the chicken osso bucco and spinach fettuccine were top notch. Definitely recommend 10/10“

“Love this place Great food!“

“Great food and nice atmosphere“

“My group (30+ people) had our fundraising event at this restaurant on January 13th. The restaurant was fully prepared for our arrival, and their food & service were all done well. Our group had a great time! (I personally had fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp, and it was beautifully cooked.)“

“The best Italian food in the DMV!!!!“

“Gregorio’s is somewhere I can always feel at home with friends and family. The food is excellent and the feeling is always welcoming.“

“One of the best Italian meals I have had outside of Italy! All dishes-appetizers, entrees and desserts were excellent. Will be back often!“

“The food is always amazing ❤️ but I really wanted to leave this review to highlight the service.

I arrived feeling disappointed and frustrated after a bad experience at the restaurant next door, where they made me feel uncomfortable for bringing my service dog with me. I asked here, without much expectation, if I could have lunch with my dog, and everyone was EXTREMELY kind. From the first waiter, to the cleaning lady, the waitress, and even the manager, everyone made me feel welcome and comfortable.

They even offered water for my baby 🩷 and honestly, that small gesture meant so much to me. They completely changed my day and helped me forget the bad experience I came from.

It’s so nice to know there are still people who truly understand customer service. This location is 35 minutes from my house, and I would absolutely come back again 🩷🩷🩷“

“We used a Groupon to give this place a try and we were pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious! We ordered takeout — we chose both Italian and Persian items. The rigatoni, the dinner salad and the salmon kabobs were all well-prepared, great portion, very enjoyable. But the star of the meal was the Italian meatball appetizer, which could be a meal to itself. Let me say that my mother’s side is Southern Italian from outside of Naples, and was part of the immigrant generation 100 years ago that invented spaghetti and meatballs. I have never had a restaurant meatball that compares to our family recipe. Until now. This comes very close. Big meatballs, full of flavors, made with care, excellent sauce. I was so pleased. The decor is bright, the owners are friendly, the vibe is a warm neighborhood spot. It is a short walk from the Shady Grove Metro Station, on the other side of 355 from King Farm. This neighborhood has needed a place like this for a long time. Great meal, nice experience.“

“Fantastic employees, management and owner! This Marcos location is the best.“

“They have the best food, quick delivery. Even ice cream delivered for desert! Yum.“

“Their pizzas are incredible, and the Greek and Italian dishes never disappoint. Even the salads, starters, and hotdogs are solid. The restaurant manager Fadi and Henry are super friendly. I have been coming here at least once a week, and I love it. Definitely one of the best spots in the area :)“

“The service and food at this Ledo's has always been great. We have been ordering from there since the location opened. The staff has always been friendly and the food has always been hot and delicious. The few times we have dined in there we have enjoyed good friendly service. Plenty of free parking. Highly recommend it.“

“Went there and ordered pizza today and my husband and I was very pleased, the customer service was impeccable and I definitely would suggest this spot, to anyone that is in the area and definitely worth the drive. You’ll definitely see us again.“

“Manhattan Pizza is absolutely delicious! We used to live outside of Philadelphia, where the pizza standards are high, and this is the first place we’ve found that reminds us of home. The staff are always friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. Thank you for the great food and excellent service!“

“Get the new limited time Choppin Broccoli pizza only available 2/10-2/12 it’s the bomb!!“

“Love this Ledo’s. I go there a couple times a month. Great pizza and more than fair prices in this economy. All the staff are pleasant and accommodating and there’s a comfortable vibe throughout the restaurant. I notice they don’t get as much dine-in business as they used to but it’s a great spot to have a couple pies with friends and family!“

“Absolutely love their food and the samosas are to die for!!“

“5 stars for 5 reasons

1. I’ve had this two times and both times have been pretty good! The sauce, cheese and dough was perfect.

2. 11 dollar for large pizza is good

3. Quickly came out not much of a wait

4. Relatively good size slices

5. Workers were nice“

“Fantastic food all around. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want to have a meal with your family or just hang out with friends and watch a game at the bar. There’s indoor seating and outdoor seating. The staff are great as well. Can’t go wrong when you come here.“

“This is the first time I've had the opportunity to try Sbarro even though I've been to multiple different malls with Sbarros in themThe staff at the Dulles Mall location were very friendly and polite and seemed to maintain a positive attitude even though they were very busy. We ordered 2 of the XL NY style slices and they were very very good. I love the fresh crispness of the dough throughout the slice and the ingredients were fresh as well.I dont know if you can order Sbarros "by the pizza" instead of "by the slice" but I'll definitely be a regular if you can“

“I assume this is a pizza spot for most folks. I appreciate the cheesesteak and pastas here, probs because of nostalgia, used to frequent this chain with family around 2010. Swear these dishes still taste the same. They’re not remarkable but remain homestyle faves for me, always with the quality of ingredients and consistency in cooking. Highly recommend the ground beef meat sauce since a hint of sweetness hits just right“