8 Best Italian Restaurants near Statesville

“My husband and I had the most beautiful evening with chef Alex and our waitress Montana. Wow we felt like we were in a little part of Italy. 🇮🇹 Our food was amazing. They made us feel like family and we left the restaurant not only with a smile but we got hugs as if we were friends . It was a beautiful experience. Thank you thank you Chef Alex and Montana“

“Easily the best pizza in the area. True NY flavor & crust! Magnificent!“

“We LOVE Vesuvios. We drive from lexington just to eat there. It's our favorite Italian restaurant we have been to yet. They always have friendly, attentive service who take care of whatever you need! The food is just beyond amazing. If you can make a garlic knot that good, the whole menu is bound to be amazing! Working our way through it one meal at a time 💓 *edited to add, we also had Tiziana for our NYE dinner, and she was sweet, attentive and very kind. As she always has been when we've been in the restaurant*“

“Delicious , clean , and excellent staff“

“Solid Italian food spot. Big menu with tons of Italian food options. Tasty food with big portions. Polite and respectful employees.“

“Ill be the first to admit Ive had some pretty hit or miss experiences at our local OG, but they were fantastic this time.

Came in for a late dinner on 8/6/26, around 9pm. Restaurant was empty, servers that had been cut were just hanging about and eating. Was a bit worried about the food and service.

However, the hostess popped up and seated us immediately and we got introduced to our waiter, Tayshon. Dude absolutely smoked it. Friendly. Smiled the whole time. Put our kids food in first to make sure it came out quick. Refilled drinks immediately. Asked if we wanted more of everything. Everything you'd expect out of good service.

Food was hot and came out correct. Tasted fantastic. Felt like I was back at OG in the early 00s again. Well done Olive Garden.“

“Came in yesterday evening and the staff was so kind the lady who cashed us in was very helpful and kind the boy cleaning the table very sweet he talk to us while cleaning of the table that man who were bringing out the pizzas was really nice as well the kid making the pizza the whole time we felt full and happy“

“Looking at real estate in Troutman and I asked how far from Pellegrino's was the place, I've heard so many good things. Looked at the house, went over to see what all the hype was about and try a slice. Well, I just may have found my new favorite pizza shop! Amazing, and we can't wait to go back.“