50 Best Italian Restaurants near Farmington Hills

“what a wonderful experience we had at Cafe Cortina! from the complimentary valet, to the matre'd and all of the staff. The food was excellent, the ambiance perfect, and our guardian angel, Besnik, provided excellent suggestions all throughout the night! He never rushed us, and never hovered, he was just magically there whenever we needed anything. It was a perfect dinning expirence and we are grateful for it!“

“This place rocks. If I lived even slightly closer I would eat here every week. Massive portions too. Everything that my whole group ordered were near perfect classics that everyone knows and loves, and prepare to have your mind blown by the breadsticks. I can’t recommend this place enough.“

“What a find! Our golf group stopped in after golf and everyone enjoyed their meals. Great service. Yummy food. Can’t wait to work our way through the menu. And they have GF for me!“

“We give Lelli’s on The Green 5 STARS for tremendous food and even better service! Everything for our party was perfect and we are grateful to Mark Zarkin and Arie for making sure we were so well taken care of to celebrate a very special birthday with just a few close friends and family. We highly recommend it for some of the finest dining around! Thank you Mark and Arie for being such gracious hosts and making it extra special. We’ll be back to pick up some trays to share with our family to celebrate Christmas as well! Happy Holidays and THANKS AGAIN!!“

“Waited one hour to be seated. Was told it wood be 15-20 mins .there were kids running around the restaurant. With no supervision from management or parents. Didn’t wait . It will be a long time before I go back . So I went to Tomato Appizza right around the corner and had a great dinner. Bye bye buddy’s“

“Great pizza! Used the phone BOT and was VERY impressed!“

“Called to order a pizza, got the computer. Finally got a lady. Asked if she got my order and said it was a small pepperoni. She said ya come in. Then silence... So I asked, 10 or 15 minutes and she responded 15 minutes. I went to pick it up and 2 very accommodating gentlemen helped me. I told them how I ordered through the computer then talked to a lady. They said the pizza was never ordered. I didn't mind waiting 10 minutes at all, but they need to retrain this woman in customer service. Thanks guys for fixing my delicious pizza!!!“

“Aurora Italiana was an exquisite culinary oasis, luxuriously nestled in West Bloomfield.

Perhaps the most alluring element of this restaurant is the atmosphere. Upon entering, I felt transported to the kind of exclusive & elite restaurants found in New York or Beverley Hills. The lighting & mood was magnificent as a walked through the drapes of cherry blossom-like flowers and intriguing art. The staff was superior! They were hospitable, accommodating & knowledgeable!

Most important, the food was exceptional! I started my meal with the burrata, it was as fresh as that you would find in Alto Adige! The caesar salad was just what should be expected, crisp, flavorful & just the right balance of dressing, cheese & romaine. The filet mignon could be cut with a butter knife & was tender, flavorful & aged to perfection!

We will be sure to visit Aurora Italiana again very soon - MANGIA!“

“Felt welcome from the moment we entered the front door. The atmosphere is perfect for a fine dining experience. Food was delicious and service excellent! Short ribs were fantastic and chicken parm too Thank you Doug Edwards for a special birthday meal!“

“Great events , good food , amazing service - family style meals are delicious - best chicken ever ! Comedy shows are hilarious - I highly recommend Genitti’s for a fun night out - “Gem” on Northville ❤️“

“Great spot. Got home after a long weekend, flew into DTW and we’re headed up 275/96 and always struggle to find a good spot so searched this one up in advance. About 30 min from DTW, pizza was amazing, we had the margherita, stuffed cheese bread, and aroncini. Everything was delicious and cooked fresh to order. Great east coast style thin crust, tangy sauce, wish this place was closer to home so we could go more often!“

“They have great staff and owners.The food is great! Nice atmosphere.❤️“

“food was absolutely amazing! service was on point and attentive and friendly! and, what an awesome atmosphere! cozy and fun!“

“Outstanding service - very good food and drinks - the time table on seating was a bit discerning - we would have ordered dessert after a great meal but otherwise a very nice evening“

“Great food and great service Pizza was delicious“

“Highly recommend Luigi’s. Atmosphere is friendly, welcoming and family owned.

Frequent order:
Chicken Parmesan is always on point, and easily can get two meals worth. Veggies are cooked perfect, every time.
All Salads are fresh and delicious, especially with a side of their fantastic bread.
Soups are made fresh daily, great flavor, and not too salty.
Bar staff is friendly and always makes a great cocktail.“

“it was our first time here at Maisano's. we were celebrating our 29th anniversary. our server was Layla. She did an awesome job. her service to us made our anniversary extra special. thank you so very much. we will definitely be back.“

“you go there you're family...“

“Had calamari which was like eating rubber. Pasta was very good although the waitress didn't know if the pasta was made in-house. Pizza was the star. It's the best around this area. Service was slow.“

“What an outstanding experience! The atmosphere and service is great and the food and cocktails, wonderful. We enjoyed the burrata appetizer, short rib and rigatoni (which is prepared with beef tips and a rich cream sauce instead of the more traditional bolognese sauce) entrees. Absolutely delicious and highly recommended.“

“Great thin pizza - cooked quickly in a wood fire oven - salad was very fresh“

“Amazing butternut squash ravioli!!!!!! And their lemon shrimp pasta was awesome! Great service as well 🤍“

“Wonderful meal, great prices, large portions, wonderful service.“

“Everything was amazing, I came there with my grandmother and we came during a very busy time. There was no wait and the atmosphere was gorgeous. Our server was named Brittani and she was so amazing on the other hand, me and my grandmother liked her attitude and how smooth she made everything. The food didn’t take long to come out and it was delicious, I really enjoyed the calamari. Will definitely come here again.“

“Cheeseburger medium is excellent“

“Manager Rocky welcomed us at the front door to start off a great visit. Michelle serviced our table and is always wonderful to work with. Manager Ron prepared Roman pasta Alfredo with truffle table side. It was perfect! It tasted so delicious, especially with adding salmon filets. Great live music topped the evening off.“

“By far the best Italian restaurant on the west side. Great menu and Very authentic“

“Enjoyed a delicious lunch here today. Food was fabulous, Natalie (server) was excellent. I would recommend asking for her next time you dine here.“

“Okay, overall. Revisited this place after many years. So my review is based on my previous many visits here.

Food was good. But felt the minestrone soup kind of lacked the taste. Then the main course which had basil pesto mentioned in it however on the plate it was more of a topping. Felt it missed the generous amount usually they gave earlier. Also saw that they removed the pesto sauce from the "create your own pasta". Earlier the breads always arrived much before the soup did, but this time they came much later (not good). Also it used to be 5 in the basket but now we got only 3!!

Our waiter was fine. He was polite and courteous. We had a wait of about 10 mins and I observed that there were many booths free, perhaps less staff available today..

Vegetarian options: Eggplant parmigiana, minestrone soup, build your own pasta etc.“

“If you're craving Italian food with exceptional service, look no further the dishes are packed with flavor, and every bite feels like a taste of Italy. The staff is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great meal and a warm atmosphere! Thanks, Julian, for always delivering an amazing experience“

“The food is so good!! Had dinner there tonight. The salmon is cooked perfect and great combination of the sweet tomatoes and red skin potatoes. Portions are more that generous. The service is prompt and friendly.“

“Great spot to take the family and grab a quick lunch or dinner. Can’t go wrong with the breadsticks and marinara as a starter here. For our entrees we ordered the fettuccine chicken Alfredo with broccoli and the eggplant parm. Everything was good but what really stood out was our server Chloe, she took the experience to another level. She gets dining out and made sure our visit was an enjoyable one 👍!“

“I ordered o line & there was a glitch where my card was charged, but the order didn’t go thru on Buddy’s end. I thought I was gonna be screwed & have to take it up with my card company or wait & see if the charge fell off, but Buddy’s did right by me and made the pizza for me I had ordered online“

“Great subs serving Redford area!!!“

“Great coffee and baked goods!“

“What a wonderful man running the place! And delicious pizza too! 😍 thank you for the wonderful experience!“

“I’ve been going here since I’m was 5 years old with my grandmother. Best donuts in walled lake and great customer Service. The owner is a doll. Please go here there to underrated for how good they food is and especially there Italian loafs of bread 🍞.“

“Ordered a OG, a large round pepperoni pizza with butter crust. There was a lot of pepperonis, so if you aren’t a huge pepperoni person, maybe ask for less pepperoni. I probably would order it again, but with butter cheese crust the next time.

The garlic mozzarella bread sticks were pretty good, although a little dry. Wish they were a little more cheesy. Most definitely would put Primos as a top 10.“

“Worked late tonight and didn’t want a pizza. Bought a Jetzie. Wonderful. I’ve got a new favorite.“

“Best gluten free pizza 🍕 hands down!“

“From outside it appears to be a large liquor store, inside you realize they are so much more! Great place if you need to grab something for lunch quickly. Sandwiches and pizza slices made fresh and ready to go! They also have x-lg pizza"s that are perfect for a party or the big game. Food is good and reasonably priced. Service is fast and friendly, I love Bushemis would definitely recommend.“

“I have lost count on how many times I may have visited such a fine establishment. Great food, excellent service, polite staff, professional atmosphere, perfect seating, kid friendly and wonderful wait staff. Highly recommend for small and large group settings.“

“This is not your average Italian joint; this restaurant offers a fancier, more expensive experience that is absolutely worth the investment. The great service perfectly matches the upscale atmosphere, and I love that they keep the menu fresh with seasonal updates.

They expertly blend classic Italian options with intriguing choices. I was completely blown away by the Five Pepper Pasta. If you are a pepper lover, this creamy, peppery pasta—featuring fresh, pickled peppers, and topped with a giant portion of crispy chicken—is non-negotiable! The starter was equally impressive: the calamari was phenomenal, offering that perfect crispy exterior and tender texture, served with a great dipping sauce.

While the seafood in the Fruits of the Sea was a bit overcooked (which can happen with that dish style), it was a minor blip in a fantastic meal. Highly recommended for a memorable date night.“

“I ordered cupcakes and a cake for my wedding reception. It was delicious!! The raspberry cream filling in the cake was to die for and everyone likes the cupcakes. They made my wedding cake how I envisioned it and couldn’t be happier!!“

“I love the service and the friendly and efficient staff, but most of all the food. it's always hot, fresh and delicious. Generous portions usually allow for both lunch and dinner. Every Monday I check out the weekly menu to choose which day of the week I'll be treating myself. Sometimes, I end up going twice in one week.“

“I love pizza. And apparently so does chubby charlie's... The dough perfect. The sauce tasty. The cheese 100% mozzarella. The toppings endless... I challenge anyone who's a pizza lover like me to ask for a topping on a pizza that this place doesn't have.“

“Saw this place when I was at Panera bread. I stopped by and ordered a large pepperoni. I have to say it beats out all the large trash franchises. The young man taking my order was very nice“

“One of the best locations, currently. Very friendly and professional staff. I appreciate whenever my food is well-prepared/packaged and visually appealing, no matter the price point. The seemingly fresh vegetable topping options offered coupled with the seasoned crust, made for a very delicious pizza.

Vegetarian options: Fair selection of vegetarian toppings and options available.“

“My workplace orders from here often and recently I placed an order that was delivered in a timely fashion, but I realized I didn’t order enough because I forgot we had out-of-town guests. I called them back and they made two extra pizzas in record time and got them to us just in time for our luncheon. Not only is the food great but their customer service is spot on!“

“Excellent place, good food really nice staff.😀😀“