44 Best Italian Restaurants in Minneapolis

“Best pasta in the Twin Cities?????? Cavatelli with Rabbit Sugo was marvelous. We swapped and tried each others and I was equally floored by all of them. Wonderful service. Our server was friendly and helpful. Delicious drinks and cheesecake for dessert (ate immediately, not pictured). Absolutely will come back- hopefully soon!“

“Terrific dinner at Gia Saturday evening! The carrot and beet starter was colorful and delicious, the salmon and scallop mains impeccable, but the highlight was the dessert of poached pears with a flavored crème anglais sauce for which we insisted on getting spoons to capture every drop. The service and ambience tied it all together.“

“🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥place & love the area I recommend everybody to get the experience“

“My husband and I chose to celebrate our one year anniversary here today. It was both of our first times dining at Broders’ and we enjoyed everything about this wonderful experience! Upon arriving we were attempting to take a selfie photo outside and one of the employees opened the front door and asked us if we would like him to take our photo. Tyson so kindly took several photo angles and opened up the door for us as we walked in. It truly felt like we were being welcomed into someone’s warm and inviting home. Our sweet waitress helped me select the most delectable glass of wine I have ever tasted. Words cannot explain how delicious the pasta was… we lapped up every single drop and were in absolute food heaven. To top it all off… we were treated to a free dessert of our choosing along with two chocolate cocoa truffles on the house!! After we finished our meal we went across the street to their storefront to purchase some pasta and sauce to enjoy at some point in the coming weeks. We will definitely be back for all special occasions and certainly for our two year anniversary. If you are looking for a once in a lifetime experience and meal this is the place!! Enjoy!“

“Everything we had was great! Normally we enjoy steak but this was a great change that he and I both enjoyed! Friendly staff also at the bar!“

“I was recently at EaTo for a work dinner. I’m on a very restrictive diet right now which makes it very hard for me to find things to eat, particularly at restaurants. Helena was awesome about helping me find something I could eat at EaTo and the chef and wait staff were great too. I highly recommend this place and hope to come back when I can try some of their other dishes because everything looked so good!“

“Food, atmosphere, and drinks were all fantastic. The Owner/Chef Joel has created something special at this gem nestled in a Minneapolis neighborhood. We had a large party for a friends pre-wedding dinner and the staff handled it great. From the apps to the desert, you can’t go wrong with anything you pick off the menu. We were all tasting each others food by the end of the night wanting to try EVERYTHING! Some have stated a smaller menu and prices, but then say the food blew them away…I for one like to pay to keep amazing food and ingredients an option. Can’t wait to bring my wife and other family members in the Twin Cities to do it again.“

“One of my favorite spots in Minnesota. Delicious, authentic and beautiful food. Brings me back to Italy every time I’m there. My happy place!“

“We love the atmosphere! Our waitress was excellent ? I ask for recommendation for drinks she recommended Versace Cocktail ? we love sweet cocktails it was so good and match the ambiance! We had an issue with one of our food the manager was very professional came to our table and check on us!“

“The pizza is pretty good and I would go back again. My wife and I had a pepperoni and jalapeno pie. The crust was pretty good, I would like a slight bit more chew to it, but flavorful none the less. We really liked the sauce as it wasn't too much and very flavorful. Oddly enough the pepperoni didn't have a lot of flavor, but it had a good bite through and was a good size.

They have a good local beer selection and the atmosphere was nice with a section for pickup and dine in. You can also see them making the pies.

The service was fast, attentive, and she boxed the leftover pie up for us.

Parking is a bit of a challenge, so be prepared to drive around to find a spot on adjacent streets.“

“Thank you for superb service and wonderful food. Best lasagna I have ever had!“

“One of our fav Italian spots in Minneapolis! Always great service and the food is exactly what we expect. I've had several different dishes and have always been pleased. And you have to finish the meal with a yummy creme brulee *chefs kissing“

“If you need your party catered, this is the place to go. Staff: Easy to work with, on time, good prices, friendly and very accommodating. Food: Gorgeous/amazing presentation , fresh, hot, professionally packed. I ordered from Red Rabbit in Saint Paul for my work holiday party. Everyone LOVED the food and the portions are generous. I was able to easily and beautifully display it. The timing was perfect and everything went smoother than I had hoped. This is your one stop shop for all of your party food needs. Hats off to the chefs and management for making our party wonderful.“

“Great food. Homemade taste. Locally sourced. Affordable. Friendly, efficient service.“

“What a treat!! My whole family loved it!!“

“Great dinner tonight. Salad and the short rib, deliciously flavored and tender. Great red wine. Followed by tiramisu. They never disappoint.“

“I thoroughly enjoyed my meal, my server Tommy recommended a breakfast special he created as he also is one of the chef’s, and it was so so so good. An elevated food experience that lives up to the Minneapolis food scene’s reputation. Decor is awesome too. Thanks for the experience and recommendations Tommy, you’re the homie!!“

“Incredible homemade italian and such an incredible, incredible value for the price. Best italian food I have had in a long time!“

“Had a very crispy and super delicious slice today, like outstanding pizza. 🍕“

“This is literally one of the best places I have ever eaten, that I have to write a review more than one place 😂 Absolutely everything is amazing, and I always get it when I have guests in town, to blow their mind 🤯 I am amazed at their quality, especially with delivery. You guys are beyond impressive!! ❤️“

“we had Sandy's grill and Italian ice food truck at our corporate event. they served about 135 meals within 2 hours. amazing service food was beyond excellent. I would recommend them to cater any event. we're hoping to have them back next year. Thank you Sandy's for all the great work you did for us.“

“I've been coming to Jakeeno's pretty much my whole life. They have the best staff and incredible pizza. I personally love the chicken parm sandwich. Salads are really good too. You really can't go wrong here. We get their frozen pizzas too! Truly cannot love this place enough.“

“Great pizza napoletana and a lovely staff. We have been patrons for over 20 years. Our family is from Campania and having Punch is a wonderful reminder of home. Grazie mille!!!“

“Our server was first rate. She was attentive and responsive, and she offered menu suggestions in response to our questions. The food was delicious and authentically Turkish. Would definitely go back!“

“Cozy and cool slice of Linden Hills. The menu has something for everyone, even a few kids options. Super friendly staff!

Kid-friendliness: High chairs and kids options available! Staff is very friendly and accommodating to kids.“

“Stopped in thinking it was a little Mexican joint, loved the vibe of the place, and staff were great. The decor and music instantly transported me back to one of my favourite bars in the world, over in Glasgow (Scotland) IYKYK.
Was disappointed when we saw the menu and found I had got it wrong and it wasn’t Mexican - that was until we ordered and got to try our food - absolutely phenomenal ??
Amazing American-Asian fusion snacks and plates, and the cocktails were BOMB.

Couldn’t speak more highly of the people working here, who were super nice, really attentive, and made us feel incredibly welcome.

Music choices were also fantastic, contemporary alternative pop/rock/punk with some alt-classics thrown in.

This would be a cool place to go just for the vibes, music and cocktails, but the food and the staff here make this one of my new favourite places here in the Twin Cities.

11/10, would Little Tijuana again ??“

“This is my favorite little restaurant to eat in every time I visit Minneapolis. The food is always sooo good and will fill you all the way up. Very homely and beautiful paintings daced across the walls and ceilings. Truly beautiful and absolutely delicious. I'm mid eating my pasta just to put this review up. I highly, highly recommend this place to anyone wanting a good meal that will have you ready for a food coma when you're done. & the raspberry cider is soo good. I'm so happy I got to fall at the graces of the lovely staff and cooks.“

“A really nice place to eat. The lasagna was excellent. I'll be back.“

“First time!! Discovered in the skyway downtown Minneapolis. IT IS SO GOOD!!! 😋“

“Our server Rusty was SO awesome! Attentive but not overbearing, really friendly, genuine, and prompt. He took great care of us.

The barbeque chicken pizza was my absolute favorite! We all thought it was beyond delicious and we will definitely be back. Phenomenal location, too!“

“First time!! Discovered in the skyway downtown Minneapolis. IT IS SO GOOD!!! 😋“

“After we had posted a less than stellar review the management reached out to us and invited us back in. This experience was what we expect from Nonna Rosa's and we will be going back often. Brenda“

“The special is amazing!!!!“

“We discovered this gem while visiting Florida a couple of months ago and again thos trip. I miss bacon egg and cheese on a roll, a on the go breakfast when I worked in NY. Best breakfast sandwich and their pastries are to die for. We'll see you in February.“

“Exceptional Service and Flavorful Dishes

Tavola was a highlight of our time in Minneapolis. The ambiance is elegant yet relaxed, and the service was outstanding, Mike went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and well cared for.

The Caesar salad was easily one of the best I’ve had, fresh, crisp, and perfectly dressed with anchovies. The pizza was good overall, with a nice texture and solid dough, quality pepperoni, though it could benefit from a bit more salt to bring out the full flavor and enhance the crust. The cheesecake was a perfect finish, rich, creamy, and indulgent without being too heavy.

Whether you’re staying at the Elliot Park Hotel or just passing through the area, Tavola offers a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended!“

“I love Red’s Savoy Pizza, this is the only restaurant that I will buy pizza from. Before they came in the neighborhood, I was pizza shopping for that great taste and no other restaurant has it like Red’s Savoy Pizza…

Parking: You can park, go order your food, or park to pickup your order. Very easy and convenient. The parking is basically a few steps from Red’s Savoy door.“

“I love their Chicken breast sandwich and my kid loved their Mac&Cheese but they have many options with pasta, pizza, and salads. The staff were very welcoming and patience with our order. They have seating upstairs for extra tables. The only issue was the parking. Lovely restaurant!

Kid-friendliness: My kiddo loved their Mac and Cheese. They have refill drinks as well.“

“I love Pizza Luce, this location is big and comfy. The staff were so nice and answered any of my questions.“

“I turned up for a slice around 12:15 on a Monday. I saw a sign out front offering a lunch combo for $6.50. Sure enough, you can get a slice, 4 garlic knots, and a 12-oz. soda can for $6.50 here. The knots have a great texture and are seasoned with a subtly garlicky butter sauce. The pizza slice is generous, NY style, foldable. The cheese-sauce-crust ratio is delicately balanced. I'll be back soon for a party of pies.“

“Group of 12 was feed most of us first timers we had fun.“

“Bring back the elote pizza! Hands down my favorite. 😎“

“We came here out of desperation after our plane landed at 10 pm and we had to eat around midnight. I honestly was just expecting to eat some food to keep me full, with not much taste. I was so pleasantly surprised!!! The best gyro I’ve ever had! Absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked and seasoned on incredible bread. The Greek chicken was also amazing as was the Stromboli. Props to these hard working people! Thank you !“

“Totally passed the vibe check. Worth the $$$“

“not only is the pizza excellent but the camaraderie and ambiances also very delightful.“