50 Best Italian Restaurants near Ferndale

“My husband’s favorite place for Italian!“

“I recommend going to see Stephanie. She was more than attentive we were never in need for anything! She gives a new meaning to service with a smile. My wife and I have been back many times just for her good cheer she seems to pass on to all around her! 5 stars for Stephanie and Como’s for having such a great staff!“

“This place is going to be TERRIBLE... for my waistline. ?

Stopped by today for the first time and can strongly recommend trying out their casciones. Absolutely delicious and friendly service. I'll definitely be back.“

“I had the Chicken Athena tonight. Outstanding! Fresh ingredients including fresh olives, and chicken. You could pay 2-3 times more at other restaurants, and not nearly as good as Christine's. This place is a real find!“

“service was great attitude was good not a long wait“

“We came at 11pm on a busy Saturday night and we were seated almost immediately. It was a little loud but to be expected on late night weekend. For drinks I ordered the Friend of A Friend, 10/10 for sure. We ordered the garlic knots and got the grandma, pesto, and meatzza pizzas. The Pesto was definitely the star of the evening. Our server Paige was awesome and made us feel right at home. Would gladly come again.“

“Great experience. Kimberly went above and beyond. Will definitely return.“

“If I could give more stars, I definitely would! Everything was delicious 😋“

“Having recently dined at Mad Nice, with an exceptional waitress Alaina, at an upscale Italian-inspired establishment nestled in Detroit’s vibrant Midtown at 4120 Second Ave, I find myself compelled to share an erudite reflection on what proved to be a most memorable culinary experience. This restaurant, a venture by Heirloom Hospitality Group, masterfully intertwines the rustic charm of Italian tradition with a modern, coastal California sensibility—an ambitious fusion that, on this occasion, delivered a resounding success. What truly distinguishes Mad Nice, however, is its outstanding customer service—a rarity in an era where such attention can sometimes wane. The staff, from the warm hosts to the attentive servers, exuded a genuine passion for their craft. Our waitress, Alaina, was nothing short of exceptional—her humor and knowledge enriched the evening, as she anticipated our needs with an almost preternatural finesse, ensuring that water glasses remained filled and recommendations flowed freely. My sister Alaina’s evident pride in her work elevated the meal from excellent to extraordinary, making her a standout memory of the night. In sum, Mad Nice is a culinary gem that not only meets but exceeds the lofty expectations set by its stylish veneer. The food is delicious, the choices abundant, the drinks sublime, and the service—thanks in no small part to Alaina—unparalleled. I wholeheartedly recommend it to locals and travelers alike, and I, for one, shall make it a ritual to return whenever my journeys bring me back to this dynamic city. Mad Nice is not merely a restaurant; it is a destination, a delightful paradox of “mad” ambition and “nice” execution that lingers long after the last bite.“

“Our favorite restaurant when we come to Royal Oak! Great food without breaking the bank for a date night.“

“This restaurant is so amazing! The people are so kind and are always so social and helpful. The food is delicious and I love the bread that they serve. I enjoy their mocktails and would 100% recommend this place to anyone who enjoys kind people and a wonderful cuisine.“

“Food was amazing and staff was incredible“

“The management, staff, Chef and hostesses are ALL great to work with and created such a wonderful space for our annual Gala. The guest raved about how great the food was and the bartenders were warm and friendly. I wish I could give more than 5 Stars!!! Will be back next year!“

“It was like being in Rome or Palermo, very good!“

“Ordered pizza for pickup while staying across the street at Holiday Inn Express. Although the toppings were plentiful and delicious, the crust was undercooked & a little doughy! Plus, it was on a sheet of parchment/wax paper that was completely stuck to the crust & impossible to peel off! Unfortunately, these 2 details turned what should have been an enjoyable night into a messy and frustrating experience!“

“10/10 would recommend Giuliano’s. My 1st time there this evening & will definitely order again. Service was great, food was even better! 🇮🇹“

“Amazing service and food. Definitely returning.“

“Happy Hour !! Good and plentiful @ $7“

“The staff is very good. Friendly fast and accurate. The owners are Theo Deanna and Paul. They are there to help you get the most amazing dinning experience. If ever you need something to supplement your meal just let the waitress know and you will be amazed by the service.“

“All delicious except a for very boring side salad. House dressing was great but the iceberg lettuce had six chick peas and two pieces of tomato. Step it up Tony's!“

“Everything about our experience was phenomenal!! We brought our 88 year old mother out for a birthday lunch and she loved the place. We were a party of 6 and the restaurant was more than accommodating. Our service was extremely exceptional...Rebecca was so great she timed out the food and course perfectly.our glasses were always full and she brought out a complementary dessert with a candle that was much appreciated..thank you Rebecca for making our time so lovely!!!“

“Adam is the most gracious and welcoming host in Birmingham….He makes everyone feel at home. The food is delicious, authentic and makes you feel amazing after eating. The atmosphere is elegant and people seem happy

Kid-friendliness: Kids menu is well portioned and delicious.“

“Nice dining place. Great food and atmosphere.“

“If you’re looking for high quality, authentic tasting wood-fired pizza and don’t want to spend an arm and leg, then you have to come here! Whether you want a nice sit down dinner experience or just a quick take out order, Crispelli’s has you covered.“

“Casa Pernoi is our favorite restaurant. Period. Full stop. It all starts with the bread -- which is the best in the galaxy. This is award-winning bread, best I have ever tasted. I like the size of the portions. They are just right. The food tastes so good you would leave over-full if the portions were bigger. The wait staff is always friendly, courteous, attentive and timely. My wife and I celebrated both our birthdays recently and we were given a complimentary dessert. That was a thoughtful touch and it helps ensure we will be back. Thanks for making our dining experiences first-rate all the way. Please bring back the salmon-filled ravioli, my all-time favorite.“

“1st time coming here. wish I would have known about this place before now.. So glad seen it on a TikTok video. We will definitely be back again . Chicken Parm and House salad was very good . only issue we had was found out after they had a Specials Sheet and we never seen it or was told about . my wife would have definitely had the fish Special 😔.. but next time will make sure we ask I guess to make sure we see it..“

“Our dinner was amazing! We got there kind of late and Marija still gave us amazing service. We appreciate it & will be back!“

“A1 food quality and service !!“

“Amazing food! Best creamy Romano dressing!“

“Excelente !!!!! Para una buena estadía y tomarte algo refrescante“

“Fantastic food. Pizza was amazing as well as the chicken Parm.“

“Such a great Birthday experience! From the delicious whipped feta, filet mignon, and date cake to our AmaZing server Rasool who was efficient, engaging and entertaining and the atmosphere is simply beautiful.“

“We celebrated my birthday after a late arrival at Detroit Metro Airport on a weeknight. The hostess, our waiter, and servers were all very friendly and helpful. Everyone was wonderful, the food was fantastic, and the atmosphere was perfect. It was one of my favorite birthday celebrations. Thanks so much for always making my visits to Detroit extra!“

“The food was outstanding - that’s first. From raclette to start to trout for our shared entree and then farro pudding dessert, every bit was perfectly balanced and delicious. But the sense of community and camaraderie was even better. Cannot wait to return.“

“Oh MAN Rocco's is the place I have searched for in vain until last year when I tried them for the first time. Since that first meatball sub I have had almost every sandwich on the menu and so far not one has disappointed! Today I had the Corner Deli and was transported to Italian paradiso! In case you non-Italians did not know, ciabatta is the Italian baguette and Rocco's bakes many fresh loaves several times per day! Usually it is still warm from the oven even if you get a cold sandwich! There is no better sandwich bread in my progenic-Italian opinion! They are in Midtown on Cass just East of Mack. Try them if you have yet to do so. You will thank the gods!“

“Sept 2024 - It's rare for me to give this high of a rating because I have high quality standards, but this place deserves it; this was my first time ordering from here; the pizza I ordered was perfectly made as I ordered; its a shame, but that's a rarity these days; customer service is just not a priority for many places, even to just take a simple phone pizza order request and making it to order specificity, but they did great! I ordered multiple items on my pizza with extra sauce; it came out perfectly and was delicious; after ordering pizza from various places in western metro detroit, I think I just found my go to pizza place; def one of the best pizzas I've had in a long time; they will def cont to have my business. I only gave 4 stars on the atmosphere because I ordered carryout, but I went in and picked it up and it seemed like a nice quaint little Italian restaurant with nice Italian music playing, kind of old school like, but I really like that classic setting; I may have given 5 stars if dined in and had a pleasant experience“

“Nice family-owned place. Great food, great service. I was there with a group of 6 and we took our time after dinner. Never once did we feel like we were being hurried out.

Vegetarian options: Pizza, cheese ravioli, pasta dishes“

“Food was really good.The service great. The one problem is the prices. It’s too high for seniors. I understand prices for everything is up. If prices were to be lowered you would have more patrons. I remember standing in line to get a seat. Most people in the area are either elderly,renters, or just getting by.“

“great restaurant, lovely accomodations“

“We ate here for the first time had the Fungchi and the San Gennaro fabulous best pizza we have ever had. Very light crust which brought out the true flavors that were on top of the pizza. Highly recommend if you are in Detroit and want great pizza.“

“Wow! Had one of our best meals in Sorrento tonight. Make sure to put this one on your list!“

“They have the best pizza, I just had carne with feta cheese from sheep's milk. it was amazing.“

“Got a catering package yesterday for our family holiday celebration. Everything was amazing! The salad, potatoes, pasta & chicken were all delicious“

“Wife & I love the friendly atmosphere. To complement that statement, the food & drink is second to none ! We've met so many people there, it's amazing ! As mentioned previously the food is amazing, and the best way I can define / complement the bar is, Stephaine, Skylar, and John are NOT bartenders, they are cocktail ENGINEERS !!!“

“Pizza deep dish pan style“

“We experienced Loui’s Pizza for the first time today! It did not disappoint. Everyone has wonderful from the salad, to the bread and of course, the pizza! We had a little bit of a wait but it wasn’t too bad. We will come back!“

“Absolutely amazing..so much food for the price.we were full before we received the entrees.the salad is one of a kind.great atmosphere and the waitress Rebecca was so exceptional and sweet we will be back .I highly recommend this location!!!“

“Food and service was spectacular. We have visited several Andiamo and I strongly believe this is the best beach out of all. Since the menu and dishes are identical so what makes the difference is service.
Moreover, correctly preparation in the kitchen based on customers needs and presentation of the dishes make a difference here.
In general, we love Andiamo due to wide range of choices, various items, their flexibility to chain the the dish. Andiamo also super good at allergy restrictions and other request such as non alcoholic cocktails and others.
We have tried their appetizer, soup, salad and Salmon. Everyone was great especially the driver was kind and made us feel comfortable.

Vegetarian options: Yes ask your server

Dietary restrictions: Super reasonable just ask your server

Parking: Free in store front

Kid-friendliness: Yes but wide to avoid pick hours

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes huge entry door and spacious floor“

“Great server great good. Love this place“

“Once a month, or more like once a week, lately…we love Luigi’s!“