50 Best Italian Restaurants near Grosse Pointe Park

“The food, service and atmosphere are all amazing!“

“Charming. An old school Italian restaurant in a charming part of Grosse Pointe Park. A family friendly restaurant without being adult unfriendly ?. I went with a classic lasagna and it tasted like I was a “made man” in the Corleone family or something. Heaven! Atmosphere was classy without being stuffy. Midweek dinner and not much of a crowd so we were seated right away. I think my favorite part was tomato sauce that was used in the lasagna.“

“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.“

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

“This is one of my favorite places to eat when I go downtown. The food is excellent and I love the atmosphere. The outdoor dining option is small, but very nice. It's on Library Street so there is not a ton of traffic. Parking in the Z Garage right around the corner is convenient and you can scan a QR code in the restaurant lobby to get your parking validated.“

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

“Had a great time at East Side Mario’s. Wonderful atmosphere and food was excellent. Welcoming for everyone and a special place to spend time. I loved it here. My waitress Melissa was amazing and always on top of refilling water, bread, salad. Would definitely recommend to friends.“

“Food was amazing and staff was incredible“

“GREAT RESTAURANT“

“Thank you John for once again exceeding our expectations this afternoon. You accommodated our large group with such efficiency and ease. The food was delicious and the service amazing. All this in a quaint and cozy atmosphere“

“We just ate there and the food was sublime... the service provided by Rico was excellent and we enjoyed every bit of the experience. 10 out of 10“

“What a. Beautiful venue for a wedding. Nick. You and your staff were amazing to work with. Thanks for allowing Lori and I the time to come in and set up. Your patience and kindness were appreciated. The espresso helped.“

“Spencer and his team do a great job. Food and service are always excellent. We have been going here for at least 25 years, it's always a great experience. It's been quite some time since Spencer has taken over and he has made some changes and they have all been to improve the quality, which was already good under Lino.“

“The chicken piccante is the absolute best!!! Amazing food, as always!“

“we ate there tonight..party of 5. great food.. atmosphere and service (Megan).. will go back again. :)“

“The cleanest Restaurant you will ever find. Service top notch. Food is excellent and always so fresh. Soups are made daily with homemade recipes/fantastic selections.“

“Beautiful restaurant with amazing food! Everything is made fresh, absolutely delicious.“

“amazing time and service“

“The service was amazing and the food was delicious!“

“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!“

“Superior service and food. Servers are welcoming and quick to take your order. Food arrived within twenty minutes of ordering and was delicious. If you like Italian cuisine, I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“I like to thank the staff at Andiamo especially Thelma who was our server.. Also, thank you Mike for stopping by to see if everything was good. Im glad that we had chosen that location to celebrate Rosalyn birthday“

“Went to Ciao last night for a birthday/Valentines Day dinner. They had a set menu for the night. Every single thing we ate was beyond delicious!! The plates were so pretty to look at and even better to taste. So much love went into each plate! The Gorgonzola gnocchi melted in your mouth. The meat (on the short ribs) fell right off the bone…don’t even get me started on the cheesecake and chocolate creme brûlée!!! 😍 Mia, our server went above and made the night so much better. Definitely worth every penny!!“

“My husband and I found this cozy spot last weekend. A sweet, friendly atmosphere where they make you feel right at home. (So much so we went back for a drink before they closed) The food was delicious, service lovely and the drinks fabulous.“

“It use to be be a favorite restaurant. After the renovations it has changed. I am stating from a top notch restaurant now everything has changed. Quality, wait staff, noise level. Everything was wrong when we went there. I know they have to factor cost and profit and this is what was best. Not for us, won’t be back“

“Me and my husband had been eyeing this place for a while and finally decided to try it and OMG we were NOT disappointed!!! From the beautiful lady that waited on us to the range of options we enjoyed the experience! Now the food I can’t put into words EXCEPTIONAL!!!! Thee best ramen I’ve ever had AND THE EGG ROLLS BABYYYY!!! Oh we can’t wait to get back for more!!!! 10/10!“

“Great food and drinks! the atmosphere is warm and welcoming... I had dinner last night and absolutely loved my server Jamie... What a great and fun personality he is... We'll definitely be back soon.“

“Best Italian cuisine in Windsor Essex County. Always a wonderful time coming here...excellent food, friendly service and love the ambiance!“

“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.“

“Amazing service and delicious food! Would give 10 stars if I could.“

“Looking forward to the next menu!“

“Excellent food, great service, Loved everything about it. Definitely will be back“

“This food is hands-down, some of the Best Italian food in the metro Detroit region. I had to write this review directly after eating this food because it was so good. It’s a little bit on the pricey side, but believe me you get what you pay for. I ordered the shrimp scampi, and it had a lot of shrimp on it. I was completely stuffed by the end of my meal.“

“best home made food in town ;)“

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

“If you want really good authentic Italian food soup pizza sandwiches I’m telling you this is the place. It’s amazing Dan Bianchi.“

“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..“

“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!“

“Always delicious food and great service. The frozen ravioli is always a hit and makes for a quick easy dinner on a busy night.“

“I’m going to call this a hidden gem because “The Hill” is kind of a sleepy business district if I’m being honest. Cafe Nini is also on the opposite side of the street from the majority of the restaurants The Hill has to offer.

Make no mistake, this cozy little Italian restaurant is one of the better restaurants on The Hill. The wife and I went for our regular date night and were definitely not let down.

I had the fruitti di mare and the wife had fettuccini alla carbonara. Both were excellent. Can’t wait to go back and try something different.

The restaurant is super cozy and has the best atmosphere of any restaurant on The Hill that we’ve tried thus far.“

“Listen if you are ever in Windsor this is the place to be. As soon as we stepped in we felt welcomed with the greeting of our new favourite waiter Jeff. The ambience was perfect, lighting was just right not too dark, aesthetics was a flavored rustic elegance with a splash of class. The food… wow. We were given bread to start which was on the house. Started with the bruschetta for app, best bruschetta we’ve ever had. As for main, thanks to some locals, my wife and I got the featured special of the lamb chop, with orzo, green beans, roasted pepper and a side of shrimp 100/10. We had to try another dish, so we tried the tenderloin with gnocchi, roasted red pepper, arugula and crispy onion, wow another 100/10. I also ordered the old fashioned here, again the best old fashioned I’ve ever had here, made with Wisers… The service is what tipped the iceberg for us, making it arguably one of the best restaurants I’ve been too. Jeff made us feel Royal, and the owner Michael Anthony was in the back cooking, felt the passion and love he and his team had for culinary. This restaurant in my personal opinion deserves a Michelin rating. Thank you KOMA.“

“This place has pizza and sandwiches that are to die for! If you get lucky and they have lasagna in the cold case, get it! It's the best I've had! Oh yeah, the pizza and hoagies are fantastic as well. I think I've tried them all now. Worth the trip.“

“A1 food quality and service !!“

“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.“

“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 !!!“

“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.“

“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!!!“

“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!“

“My friends and I had a lovely dinner due to the exemplary hospitality of Chris! What a sweet, sweet man! He not only accommodated our culinary needs, but he brought us tiramisu (without us asking) with 3 forks to celebrate a birthday, and made sure I got my Eggplant Parmesan even though it was no longer on the menu. He also took great photos of us, and I got a super one of him! Thank you Chris and Spago! ❤️❤️❤️“