50 Best Italian Restaurants near Halethorpe

“Delicious & reasonably priced food. Everything tasted so fresh! It was so good that we wanted to keep eating even though we were SO full. Quiet and relaxed atmosphere with friendly and hard working staff. We had the fried ravioli as an appetizer with stuffed shells w meatballs and the Chesapeake pasta. Holy cannoli!! Just thinking about them makes my mouth water. Would/will come back again.“

“they just want your money but don't want to respect the person who spending it that's ok it's a new spot opening just a couple feet away from them called NY chicken and grill have everything food good and great customer service Saturday they will be giving free food out this week the 26“

“The Missus (bless 'er) and I had the opportunity to visit Cafe Campli recently- and we can't wait to return.
As we entered and sat down, I couldn't shake the feeling that I had returned to Italy and was in a small, but well-crafted local ristorante. At no point during our visit was I disabused of this feeling.
Our server was personable and professional- who could ask for more?
The room was spotlessly clean- as was the bathroom.
The food? Ah yes, the food:
We opened with the antipasto platter, which came with a selection of salume, proscuitto, honey, and cheeses. The crostini was lightly charred, which added a complimentary note to the flavors on the board. My only quibble would be that the cheeses weren't tempered, but that is easily overlooked.
The Missus (bless 'er) went for the 'Porchetta Camplese,' a slow roasted boneless pork shoulder drizzzled with an unusual but tasty parsley chimichuri. She said it was delicious and after a bite, I had to agree.
I myself went for the 'Agnello Arrosto,' another boneless shoulder cut. It was cooked a perfect medium rare and had that slight char we had met before on the crostini. Again, it was full of flavor and very tender. It did not get dusty sitting on my plate...
Together we shared an 'Insalata Mista' to have some extra greens on the table. The salad was lightly dressed (thank you) and the vinegrette was above average.
I could not resist the 'Affogato' for dessert: White chocolate gelato topped with a double shot of espresso.
I had a 'Stappi Sprita,' a non-alcoholic beverage (I was driving), but ordered a bottle of excellent 2022 Montepulciano D'Abruzzo from Colle Corviano for the Missus (bless 'er) to enjoy with dinner.
Every element of the experience was well above our expectations. Sicuramente ci torneremo!“

“Excelente , la comida muy rica , muy amables estuvieron pendiente de nuestra mesa en todo momento la comida llego rápido y caliente excelente servicio“

“it was the highlight of my day to come to Carrabba's with my wife. We were nearby and always come to Carrabba's for our favorite dish. Fettuccine Carrabba! It's the best and the people that work here in Pasadena are the sweetest most accommodating out of all of them. I love the atmosphere, the cleanliness, the service and the food. The manager "Ben" is fantastic too!“

“The food is absolutely amazing….pricey but worth it! Better than Little Italy quality.“

“Sotto Sopra has quickly become my favorite Italian restaurant. The food is marvelous as is the atmosphere and service👌🏻. I especially adore the Polenta Fritta Bergamot appetizer, the Pumpkin Pasta entrée, and the Pistachio Tiramisu dessert. The ambiance and decor are perfection. I can’t wait to come back for dinner on an opera night! We are lucky to have such an all-around exquisite restaurant in Baltimore. Grazie mille, Sotto Sopra! 🇮🇹🍝“

“Best dining experience all weekend!“

“You’ll never leave let down or hungry when you’re experiencing an authentic Italian Meal at Vinny’s Italian Cafe in Baltimore. This extremely passionate Family serves up an all scratch cucina of tasty treasures from land and sea. At Vinny’s you’ll always be spoiled like Familia! #Killerfoodies #Ladolcevita“

“great food and prices. my waitress ruined the experience a bit. stared me down for 5 seconds when I asked to put in dessert order cuz I wanted to get that in. And disappeared long periods, (i think only to us), didn't greet us for 15 mins when we sat. it's okay but not the best. she was nice on and off though a little weird the places doesnt give any bread but it's okay. best restaurant week in Baltimore. generous portions. great bread pudding and tiramisu and shrimp and linguine and salmon. salad is good too“

“Nicely appointed dining room, attentive and friendly staff. And our pizza was wonderful.“

“Food was great , service was great. No complaints.“

“Just had the lasagna. Excellent with lots of ooey gooey cheese. Highly recommend trying this.“

“Been here like 5 times since they’ve opened. Carbonara, and duck confit pizza are go to’s. Never had a bad experience. Brett, dom, and Jontell, along with their great staff and brand can certainly run a tight ship. 30/10, will recommend every time.“

“I stopped by for a quick lunch on sunday. Was in and out in less than 40 minutes. Asia was my server, very friendly and made sure I was taken care of quickly. The new Champagne Shrimp option was extra good that day.“

“We Love getting pizza from Eataliano! Not only do they have delicious vegan pizzas, they also offer the best imported Italian goodies like wafers, artichokes, olives, pastas, hard candies, and more.“

“At a tagliata, I recommend trying the classic Tagliata di Manzo, which is thinly sliced grilled beef typically served with arugula, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan shavings. It's a delicious and flavorful choice that showcases the quality of the meat. Enjoy your meal!“

“One of my favorite places in the city.“

“First time here. Excellent food and ambiance! I got a drink and fettuccine Alfredo. Delicious. Everyone who works here is very nice as well. Huge space- they have space for events as well“

“Cinghiale is one of our favorite restaurants. A wonderful place with fantastic food and a great staff.“

“Marta manages to be both lively and cozy simultaneously in a rowhouse that previously housed Salt (one of my all time favorite upscale restaurants) We went for a friend's birthday, and all 3 courses were delicious, beautifully presented, inventive, and not the same old menu that you find everywhere. Very sweet wait staff was super attentive, educated about the food and wine and made great suggestions. Our original wait staff had an emergency and had to leave in the middle of service, but seamlessly another wait person stepped in to covered us. Kudos to the front of house team for handling with such skill and ease. But the food was definitely the star of the show. For me, the standout was the tuna cannoli. I'm not even sure I can do justice to this deliciousness with a crunchy outer "cannoli" shell with a slight hint of sweet surrounding a creamy center of tuna crudi with little dots of avocado cream. And all was covered with a pistachio "dust." The spicy meatballs were delectable nestled in a cloud of creamy spicy ricotta. And the Duck and Foie Gras Panzotti (little triangle ravioli) was creamy, delicious and the perfect combination of delicate tastes. And the Tiramisu Affogato ended the dinner on a delicious note! And for two people with drinks it was really pretty a good deal for the quality if the food, service and location. We will be back! Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5“

“We are visiting from Canada. We received fantastic service and the food was incredible. The restaurant even helped us get back to our hotel when the cab didn't show up as our phones weren't working. Thank you Abigail and the hostess (unfortunately I can't remember her name). They ended our evening on a positive note which won't be forgotten 🤗. 5 stars.“

“My wife and I went here and could not have chosen a better spot. They call themselves, by them, I mean Amedeos (the Dad) and his delightful daughter, Becca a Wine Bar. It's much more than that. A quaint little Trattoria with about 5 tables and a long bar with about 10 seats turns this establishment into a full comfort zone with excellent food, wine, customer service & interactions with other patrons.
Amedeos and Becca are lovely people.“

“I recommend Limoncello Baltimore for delicious food and nice atmosphere! Baltimore is known for its restaurants and Limoncello demonstrates great quality and excellent service.“

“The food was delicious and we had an outstanding server. Looking forward to returning another time.“

“Food was not good pasta taste like spaghetti O’s lamb chops tasted like it was boiled. I do not recommend! I selected would not recommend and Facebook made me recommend and I DON’T“

“Our first visit and we will definitely be back!!! Service from Jennifer D. was excellent and set the tone for the rest of the meal. Food was outstanding.“

“We ordered pizza almost every Friday night when I was growing up in Catonsville. Excellent food and service.“

“All of the food we had was spectacular and one-of-a-kind; cocktails, focaccia, beef tartare, honey nut squash, pasta… the service was impeccable and the restaurant had a lovely ambiance. I’ve recommended this restaurant to all of my foodie friends and we will definitely be back!“

“I had a fantastic dining experience at Luigino’s Restaurant! The pizza was absolutely delicious, with a perfectly crisp crust, fresh toppings, and just the right amount of cheese. The Caesar salad was equally amazing—fresh, crisp, and paired with a rich, flavorful dressing.

The service was friendly and attentive, making the meal even more enjoyable. The cozy and welcoming atmosphere made it a great place to relax and savor the food.

If you’re looking for delicious Italian cuisine, especially pizza and salads, Luigino’s is the place to go. I’ll definitely be returning for another great meal!“

“The food was great!! and always will be,almost as good as it was when I worked there over 15yrs ago.“

“Fabulous food made fresh from scratch with organic ingredients.“

“We love our Chef P Fridays! The Chef P family makes it feel like home and the food is always delicious! A Catonsville landmark!“

“What a wonderful experience finding Pazani Trattoria Italiana Restaurant! We had a group of five people for a 1230pm lunch. We each ordered a different salad. The salads were each fresh and delicious and absolutely huge! The spinach salad, with plentiful bacon, walnuts, olives, feta, tomatoes and a sweet balsamic dressing was the best I've ever had. Also ordered a perfect large pizza and kid's menu mac n cheese, a Strawberry salad and a Pazani House Salad. Everything was amazing, as was the fast and friendly, courteous service! Try Pazani Trattoria Italiana Restaurant for yourself! You won't be disappointed!!“

“As an original Marylander born and raised I have eaten in almost all the places in Little Italy accept Angeli’s recently. I love the atmosphere but was not that impressed with the food or service. In a tourist area so maybe to some it was nice. I liked the cozy atmosphere but the food was not impressive to me“

“BEST SERVICE EVER! I wrote a poem for the server she was so amazing!

At Olive Garden, she reigns supreme,
The queen of soup, salad, and breadstick dream.
With endless pasta, she’s a sage—
Serving lasagna like it’s center stage.

She greets you with a “Buona sera!” flair,
While dodging meatballs through the air.
She’s got the charm, she’s got the grace—
And probably Alfredo on her face.

Refills your Diet before you blink,
Just when you need another drink.
“Tell me when!” she quips, with shredder raised—
Her Parmesan skills leave folks amazed.

So raise a breadstick, give a cheer,
For Catie, Server of the Year!“

“My daughter and I are in Baltimore for the week. I am 100% Italian and she was craving pasta. After some research I settled on Chiapparelli’s. We went for lunch today. Loved the old school atmosphere and the food was delicious. Eating out has gotten so expensive and I am often disappointed with the food. Not today! We will be back every time we are in Baltimore.“

“The food at Olive Garden was really good, especially the salad and bread — both were fresh and flavorful. We also tried the cake and noodles, and everything was excellent. However, we did notice some hesitation from the staff when we asked for additional servings of bread or salad. Despite that, the overall experience was enjoyable and the quality of food was impressive.“

“Great food and wonderful staff!! The service was the best. The whole place is just beautiful. Will definitely be back.“

“By far one of the best Italian restaurants my husband and I have ever visited. Great atmosphere. Super friendly staff. Delicious food. Will be back during our next visit to Baltimore.“

“We tried Italia’s based off recommendations and we are so satisfied. The pizza was fantastic!! The gluten-free was great for my husband. I’m new to the area and prefer local vs chain restaurants for pizza. Totally recommend this for pizza. I can’t wait to dine in for other dishes!“

“On weekend trip to aquarium and came here after reading reviews cuz the grandkid wanted pasta. Arrived about 7 and got the last table. Server quickly arrived for drink order then manager came quickly behind to take the food order. Though he was moving things along, we did not feel rushed. Food was great! Half order of spaghetti with one giant meatball was perfect for our 12 year old granddaughter. Italian and cheesesteak subs were big and we each only ate half. If you get the side salad, you better like parm (we do!). Great draft beer selection including IPAs.“

“Wonderful, wonderful experience! Not only did we have a good experience on Thursday night with our basketball team, but when we called again on Friday they remembered us. Commented on how well behaved our school was. We ended up ordering 15 pizzas for Friday night, they gave us 20 bucks off and carried all 15 pizzas to the car for us. We will definitely be back! Bayview Seahawks thank you.“

“Was in the area and was told this is the pizza place of all places. All my friends know I take my pizza pretty seriously. Met with the owner (helluva great guy) and it is a pizza worth a 12hr drive.“

“Fantastic food, industrial, chic decor, superb service and Judy is fabulous. You simply must dine in this fantastic establishment.“

“WOW!!!! Super impressed with the chicken salad and margarita pizza. Absolutely blown away at the quality of ingredients and flavors here. I have not found a pizza place this good in a while. Happened to be in the area post workout as I am a gym bro and low and behold they even had a zero sugar muscle milk protein shake. Who would have thought..... Incredible experience. Definitely coming back! Keep up the great work guys.“

“Hands-down best pizza in town!!!“

“Love this place! Short rib ravioli is amazing!“

“I eat from here 3 times a week and I always get the same thing, Antipasto salad with grilled chicken IT IS AWESOME.“

“The best gluten free pizza I have ever had. Amazing.“