39 Best Italian Restaurants in Grand Rapids

“Private event. The food was excellent. Large portions and the wait staff was outstanding.“

“Owner and Chef Tim is the best! Everyone in our party was impressed with how special and delicious everything was - from the Italian Spring Rolls to the Fettuccini Michael to the homemade limoncello to the tiramisu and cappuccino!! Can’t wait to come back to this family-owned restaurant!“

“The food was good on my end. My man had a small clump of hair in his food. They actually took his food off the bill due to the hair! The really made our stay better! I got the tour of Italy and my man had the 5 Cheese ziti besides that our experience was great. Unfortunately had to put 4 stars on the food just because of the hair. I tried to capture the hair in the photos and our dishes“

“We recently had a party to celebrate a big event in our family. The food (amazing) and service was incredible. The staff took pictures for us and were so friendly and accomodating. We had a fabulous and memorable time.“

“We LOVE Testa Rossa the food is amazing!!! The service is above and beyond!!! MOLLY is the kindest and goes above and beyond to give you a wonderful experience💕💕💕💕 I highly recommend Testa Rossa we have brought friends and family and they are all have been impressed by the food, service and atmosphere!!!!!“

“We celebrated our 8 year wedding anniversary at one our favorite places. Our server Jacob was amazing! We sat outside on the patio and the atmosphere was great. The parmesean cheese wheel is back!!!! You must try the Alfredo dish if you haven't before. Great service, great wine, and great food. Highly recommend.“

“A wonderful and excellent experience. Delicious food and the attention from our waiter Garrett it was extraordinary!“

“Their lasagna is amazing and the wet burrito is the best I have ever had and I have tried a lot of burritos! Great service and family friendly, the staff interacts with you. Large tap selection too!“

“Best subs Ever! They make them just like they use to! My Dad and I love their subs and he's slightly addicted to their chips!“

“Today, my dad and I chose Olive Garden for dinner. We had the amazing service and experience. The atmosphere was pleasant. The staff were amazing smiles all around. I had the opportunity to talk with the manager Jenica very pleasant helpful said Hello to everyone I was so well pleased with the service I asked how do I contact the general manager to my surprise she happened to be in the building her name was Tara Champion just as amazing Jenica this staff know how to work and Win as a team you know you have amazing staff when your manager and general manager is just as great as their staff they executed excellence in the highest over and beyond my expectation great atmosphere food great price and lots of laugh job well done the owner needs to do something amazing for this staff today I applaud you for a job. Well done excellent in its highest.
I am a verified customer. And this is my honest testimony.
Hilton Nelson and Murphy Family“

“Nikki is our favorite server at the Rockford Ucellos and we ask for her every time! love her service and she's always smiling“

“Allora delivered a really enjoyable dining experience, with a few standout moments that made the night memorable.

The scallops were cooked perfectly,beautiful sear on the outside with a tender, buttery center. Paired with the creamy risotto and vegetables, it was a well-balanced dish that felt both comforting and elevated. The wine selection was also excellent, with plenty of great options to complement the meal.

What truly stood out, though, was the service, specifically Zion. While he wasn’t our main server, he consistently checked in, refilled water, and brought dishes to the table with such a positive, upbeat energy. Every interaction with him felt genuine, and he really elevated the overall experience. It’s rare when someone leaves that kind of impression, but he absolutely did.

Brendan, who was covering for the manager, was also very pleasant and contributed to the welcoming atmosphere.

Overall, the food and drinks were very good, but it was the people, especially Zion, who made the night feel special. I’d definitely return.“

“The best Italian food in West Michigan, and at a great price. Love this place.“

“Five stars! We ended a week of camping with a vehicle delay on our way home and stopped for lunch at Big Bob’s while my husband took the truck to get fixed. First of all, the food was amazing (our son said the deep dish was better than Giordano’s). But more importantly, Rob and his staff took were beyond hospitable to our 3 kids and I as we spent the next 5 hours utilizing their Uno cards, Connect Four and enjoying their complementary popcorn. If you’re ever in the Grand Rapids area we highly recommend giving them a try. We’ll definitely be back next time we come through Grand Rapids.“

“I had a small wedding last week with 11 guest attending. They were a joy to work with, even created special menus for us and allowed us to bring in a cake. Everything was well planned and went great. Pics on the property are beautiful as well. Highly recommend for small groups and weddings!“

“I placed an order for delivery today and was given an estimated delivery time of an hour and 15 minutes. My order was delivered in 29 minutes. In this weather. Awesome service! Awesome pizza!“

“Food was so delicious! We had two different pizzas and two pastas among our table. No complaints anywhere. The house made sausage is to die for. Highly recommend!! We’ll definitely be back!“

“I've had multiple varieties made different ways. Best Pizza in the Grand Rapids area. Only a few others are close.“

“Orders are ready quickly, and they're always smiling when you pick up. Prices are reasonable for the quality and portion size. We've tried a lot of pizza places around Grand Rapids, but Johnny's consistently ranks at the top for us.“

“Private event. The food was excellent. Large portions and the wait staff was outstanding.“

“I thought that since there are multiple Cottage Inn locations there wouldn't be real big differences between the locations when ordering the same item but I was definitely wrong. I ordered a roma pesto pizza from the downtown location and was really disappointed overall, especially when compared to the Roma pesto that I usually order from the Wealthy st location. To start with, there was no pesto drizzle and I initially didn't think there were any Roma tomatoes at all. I did eventually discovered though that there were a few on there, but I didn't recognize them since they were burnt black and crispy and looked like maybe spinach. There was too much cheese with not enough since and the combination resulted in a very dry, bland pizza that was absolutely different than the same pizza ordered at Wealthy.“

“Hands down great food. We ordered a 2 topping pizza, manicotti and a pizza sub... and we loved it all! The sauce is delicious... the bread is great.. the crust is perfect and we all walked away raving about it. It was one of those meals you will never forget. We live an hour away but will make sure to stop by every time we are in the area! And the staff... the icing on the cake. Great and memorable experience“

“Excellent Jets location with friendly and fast service. We go here at least once a month and it's always great pizza; perfectly baked and good on the toppings. Tonight we got light sauce on half the pizza and they were kind enough to write on the box which side was which! My favorite local pizza.“

“A wonderful and excellent experience. Delicious food and the attention from our waiter Garrett it was extraordinary!“

“We order Jets very regularly at our office. So about 15 minutes ago I ordered tomorrow’s office lunch from Jet's Pizza Forest Hills location. About 14 minutes ago, I got a call from a GR number and ignored it .... because ROBO CALLS all the time..... I got a voicemail from James @ Jet’s trying to determine if my order was for tonight (since I forgot to change delivery time to tomorrow 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️) or for tomorrow. In his voicemail he mentioned that since we usually order on Mondays, he’s going to assume it’s for tomorrow unless I call back. How many companies would go through that trouble??? Or even remember their regular clients?? I’m impressed. 👏🏼👏🏼“

“We walked past about a month ago and it smelled so delicious I couldn't forget it. We had the chance to stop in last night to order a pie and cheese sticks and we were not disappointed. The young ladies working, Layla and Victoria, were very professional and helpful with our questions. The food is delicious and the prices are not terrible. We will definitely come back again if we have the chance.“

“Great pizza, exceptional service. You should make Sophia a manager! 10/10“

“Our baseball team enjoyed the VERY large and delicious 24” pizza last evening for a Christmas surprise. Delivered, on time, and tasted great! Thanks.“

“We had an awesome time watching football and eating great food at Florentines. You have a good view no matter where you sit. Our waitress, Ashanti, really knew the menu well and made specific recommendations for us. We will be back!“

“Their New York style pizza crust was a pretty good take on NY pizza, but the rest of the pie was not NY. I am not from NY but have spent my share of time on nybpizza quests in all 5 boros. This pie way too much of the mozzarella they brag about that was loaded on a sauce that has ZERO to do with the basil/ fennel sweetness of a NY pie. To serve a NY pie, you can't use a detroit sauce and it is essential to use a blend of cheeses instead of overdoing the mozzarella to the point of being the rubbery schmotz we received. Place was clean, phone order was efficient and our pies were ready when we arrived. As for detroit style pizza?... it's not my thing. In a pinch I would go to a jets again for cleanliness, service, and great attitude... but the food is not my fave“

“We visited Big O's Pizza and Booze in downtown Grand Rapids and we were not disappointed.

They had one of the best pizza slices out there. They were just finishing cooking it, so it was super fresh and hot—so hot it actually stuck to my plate and made the video even better! My toppings fell off at first, but I was able to scoop them back up and it was still delicious.

The drinks the bartender made were amazing too. She said it was just the ingredients, but I told her it’s not just the drink—it’s the bartender that makes a great drink.

If you get the chance, go check it out. They seriously have one of the best slices around. We can’t wait to go back, sit down, and try a whole pizza.“

“Had lunch today. Our server was very sweet and very good. We ordered the lasagna and seafood Alfredo. Wonderful on all accounts. Left with leftovers. Nowadays it's hard to find a meal that tastes like your mother made it. Huge compliments to the chef!! You are missing out if you haven't stopped into this gem. Subs looked amazing (as we eyeballed another tables order)!! Thumbs up! Be back soon? Thankyou Salvatore's.“

“I really wanted to love our visit because we’ve had such great experiences at the other Flo's locations, but this time was just okay. On the positive side, the staff here are incredibly friendly and welcoming! They greeted us right away and made the pickup process easy.
The pizza itself had great flavor—the sauce is definitely a highlight, and they don’t skimp on the toppings. However, the crust was a bit inconsistent this time; it was a little doughy in the middle and didn't have that signature crisp we usually expect from Flo's. We also noticed the prices have crept up quite a bit recently, making it a little less 'budget-friendly' for a casual family night than it used to be.
It’s still a solid local spot, but hoping for a bit more consistency with the bake next time we stop by!“

“Great food and great service!“

“It's been over a decade since I've had a happy dog. I had one today and it was just as good as I remembered. 🔥“

“Great atmosphere! if you love Chicago you'll love this place!“

“My husband took me out for what he still calls date night after 30 yrs. of marriage. He and I are both foodies and love going on adventures for restaurants that go a step above in both food taste, presentation, atmosphere and service. And I'm here to tell you that Alfanos hit all of these with flying colors. Cody and Alex were our bartenders/servers. They were excellent. I had the Chicken picata and it was off the chart with flavor and presentation not to mention a healthy serving. Delicious is all I kept saying. Compliments to the chef!!!!! My goodness I can't wait to go and try something else. My husband had the chicken parmesan dinner and too was very pleased. Thank you very much to our servers and the Alfanos for a wonderful date nite and dining experience 😊 we will definitely be back.“

“I had a great experience here. I didn't buy the pizza, someone else did, but it was really good. Great deep dish pizzas, plenty of parking and relatively easy to access.

Parking: The parking lot is surrounding the building and connects to both streets at the intersection, there are plenty of parking spaces available usually.“

“Best customer service EVER!“