31 Best Italian Restaurants near Merrimack

“This is one of the best restaurants in all of new hampshire! The food was amazing and affordable. I would recommend this restaurant to any individual looking for a piece of Italy nearby.“

“This is the first and in my opinion the finest of the Giorgio's.
The experienced and prompt staff greet you and make you feel at home . Family managed and operated and you can tell! The food is fresh comforting and delicious. The bartenders, are top notch proffesional martini specialists. They have an exquisite wine cellar.
this is a perfect place to have a date. Celebrate an anniversary or just have some great conversation at the bar.“

“First time customer. Was craving chicken fingers. Went by reviews. We got the family pack of chicken stix and the amount of food is overwhelming, in a good way lol I’m super picky about my chicken and this is so good. We got it with JoJo potatoes and I’ll never be able to enjoy a regular french fry again. The pack also came with a hefty portion of coleslaw, which was very tasty. Food arrived hot, and is a great value for the price. Thank you Uncle Joey!“

“We always visit on a Sunday - when they offer oysters for $1.25 and BOGO at 1/2 price martinis. We had sausage rigatoni with a Caesar salad, 12 oysters and a bowl of wedding soup. Also, a Peroni beer. Everything was delicious and our server Christian was excellent!“

“First time there for my daughters birthday they staff where all very friendly and food was amazing. I would highly recommend going there for any occasion,Or just want good food.“

“First and foremost, the service was amazing! We were lucky enough to be served by Sara who did a fantastic job! We never wanted for anything, she was friendly, knowledge, helpful, and a genuinely nice person. It was a pleasure to meet her. We had some allergy issues and she took great care of us, every dish was flagged for allergies.
The wonderful woman who greeted and seated us was friendly, welcoming, professional and very stylish with a beautiful smile. We felt comfortable right away when we arrived.
Everyone we crossed paths with was fantastic, 5 isn't nearly enough stars for the service, 7 out of 5 stars.

I'm a little jaded because I'm used to mom and pop style real home cooked Italian and atmosphere. Pulled into the parking lot and there's Lasy Gaga and 'NSync blasting. Not exactly what I think of when I think Italian. The atmosphere reminded me of an upscale Papa Ginos. Don't get me wrong, it's modern, very clean, open, and comfortable, but if you had blindfolded me, brought me inside, and asked me what kind of restaurant I was in, I would have guessed American Comfort Food, not Italian.
Speaking of the food, it was at best average. The dessert was to die for. The Ultimate Chocolate cake with a scoop of vanilla was the highlight of the meal. Sadly the decaf coffee was so bitter it took 5 packets of sweetener to take the edge of of it. The main course was lasagna that was, ok. It was hot, well prepared, but all together, boring. Got the bolonase sauce, but even that didn't give it life. It tasted like it was frozen and reheated before serving. Nothing about it said home made.

The appetizer was cheesy garlic bread sticks that had no real flavor, and were just limp, and bland. I think they would have been much better without the cheese. The dipping sauce was good though, probably the same sauce that's on the lasagna but it added a little life to a pretty average appetizer.

The good news was it was reasonably priced. Came to about $80 (before the tip) for two of us, and we had both apps, main course, and dessert. So it's very reasonably priced for what we got.

To be fair, i did try my wife's chicken marsala and it was excellent. Lots of flavor, bit if a crunch but it accented rather than overwhelmed. I know what I'll try next time.

End of the day, I'll definetly go back to try again. Maybe I just hit a bad night or food choice. With fantastic service, decent atmosphere that's just not Italian (with overly loud music better played at a party than dinner), but for a reasonable price Evviva is a good choice.“

“Great visit! 5 stars, bartenders are very friendly. The new guy is awesome! Food excellent!“

“The corned beef sandwich just dripping with mustard was loaded with sweetness. My husband can’t pack a sandwich like that. I stop their twice a week.“

“I'm not quite sure why this post says I'm recommending because unfortunately it was a horrible visit. We had been there before and enjoyed the food, cocktails and atmosphere. This particular night our waitress was great at first but after sitting there for two hours and eating the free bread,an appetizer and an entree along with two cocktails we were told we could not get a dessert martini. She claimed it was a "new rule". Strange because we have done this before. She offered us dessert, we said no thank you. We were already disappointed with the Chicken Primavera and my fiance's under cooked ravioli. She walks away without offering the check and has her coworker come over with takeout boxes and starts boxing up our meals. I asked if most of my meal could be put in the box without all the excess oil because my food was drowning in it. The brunette with glasses made the comment that the oil will get absorbed by the pasta. So rude!! Don't get!! It's oil not water and my food was drowning in it. I have never felt so kicked out in my life!! It was 6:30 on Friday. Thanks ladies.“

“Usually, people are much more motivated to write about a bad experience than a good one. But after the experience my wife and I had, I felt like I should take a minute and give credit where it’s due. Our server, Joseph, was excellent. In 2026, genuinely good hospitality can be hard to come by, and he stood out. He was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, and made the whole experience effortless! You could also tell he was just a genuinely good kid who takes pride in what he does!“

“The food is amazing and the atmosphere is lovely. Favorite and best Italian place around town.“

“What a wonderful experience… Exceptional service by Anthony, our server… Gluten free food was delicious and the desserts are spectacular…“

“I'm in town visiting from Philadelphia. In Philly all we have is cheesesteaks and the occasional riot after winning a sports championship. So I wanted to try something different and a little less felonious and while my host was out at work, I walked over to Kinsley House of Pizza. I went to order a tuna sub but they were out of tuna. No big deal, that's not unheard of in the restaurant industry, and I get it. But I also don't eat meat or poultry, and I didn't want to order an entire pizza to myself, so what to do? This is where the gentleman waiting on me went into what I like to call "helpful salesperson mode". And I know what you're thinking--am I buying a car or just trying to order food? No, I'm definitely not buying a car. I want to be clear on that. No cars were harmed during the writing of this post. Not even if it was a car made out of pizza and breadsticks, though that is a pretty cool idea and I think it needs to happen. So anyway, wasn't purchasing a car, and back to the "helpful salesperson" comment--the gentleman behind the counter mentioned that they had "fake chicken" and I could get a fake chicken sub if I wanted. Well I never had a chicken sub let alone one made from fake chicken, so I decided to try that. That was not a good idea, that was a GREAT idea! Absolute banger of a sub, and I can't wait until I'm back in town so I can try the pizza next. ...but a car made out of pizza is also not off the table. Because life is short, and it's important to have goals, especially if they involve pizza.“

“This place is amazing! My bestfriend and I make a point to go a few times a month. The food is absolutely delicious, we’ve never been let down. The staff is so friendly and makes it a personable experience. I recommend this place all the time! ☺️“

“These folks know how to make good food!“

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at the Bedford Village Inn. From start to finish, everything was perfect. The staff leading up to the big day were so kind, organized, and helpful, and the day-of team was just as incredible - attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in making sure everything ran smoothly. The food was amazing, and the venue itself is truly a dream. Every corner of the property is filled with charm and character, creating the most romantic and memorable setting. We already can’t wait to come back for anniversaries at the Tavern - it will always hold such a special place in our hearts.“

“I've always loved their food and wine selection; but today I also got my employee luncheon catered. Here's what I got for feedback: Thank you for the party, food was great! Thank you so much. Everything was delicious. Thank you, Kathleen for organizing a wonderful Luncheon!!!! Thank you, Kathleen, you did a great job! Food was delicious! The lunch was delicious! Thank you for putting on such a beautiful spread. Thanks so much for organizing the luncheon. A bunch of us came and enjoyed the food very much. THANK YOU, Johnny and staff for a hot, delicious and bountiful lunch party!“

“Piccolo Restaurant on Elm st Manchester Nh - the absolute BEST place for Italian! Lunch or dinner ! We’ve been for both!“

“A very chic Olive garden. The food there always leaves me very satisfied. All the food was hot and not an inkling of food poisoning which says alot since the one in the methuen always does it for me and my partner. So this automatically bumps it up to a perfect score for an olive garden.
As a side note, my partner has a shellfish allergy and ordered a dish that originally contained shrimp, requesting that it be removed. Unfortunately, the dish was served with shrimp still on it. However, the staff promptly corrected the mistake and, to their credit, removed the dish from the bill entirely. That level of attentiveness and accountability is excellent customer service, especially considering that many other establishments might not have gone the extra mile to make things right.“

“Always a great value and service at the bar is the best! Teddy remembers what you drink and eat. Always happy when I go to 900 degrees!“

“Great service! Smiling faces and quick to make a great pie. Got the Casablanca and it was flawless.“

“I just had a neighbor give me some lasagna that his son brought him. Best lasagna I've ever had, I've never been there but, just tying one bite I'm hooked. The sauce is so good I could drink it. Pasquale's is a MUST TRY! 5 🌟 Star“

“Good food and nice atmosphere.“

“We just hosted a surprise birthday party at Giorgio's in Milford. Everything was great from start to finish. The planning process was straight forward, the events manager was easy to work with and responded quickly to my emails. The space itself was the perfect setting for our 30 guests, the food was delicious and the service was stellar. I would highly recommend this location for any function or party.“

“I have not a had a sub in a long time. I was craving a steak and cheese with onion and ordered one to be delivered. The order was placed online without an issue, arrived on time and was so hot like if I was there at the restaurant. The sub itself was the best one I ever had so fresh the steak was so good not dry or fatty, onions cooked perfectly and enough cheese. I could never eat a whole sub and it was that good I ate my first whole sub.“

“Not only are their gluten free cakes beautiful , they are delicious. For people with Celiac Disease having a beautiful cake to celebrate with is a difficult task. We are so grateful to Luciano’s. I highly recommend them.“

“The service was great and they were all very accommodating! Food was AMAZING. Such a great experience for my birthday. THANK YOU 🤍“

“If I could pick one place in the entire city to eat, it would be here.“

“One of my favorite Moes locations. I drove back to NH from TX for a motorcycle competition. I had to stop here. They were nice enough to make a pair of deconstruction subs that I could put in my cooler and share with my wife after driving back to TX“

“Was in the Hudson one yesterday with my friend the smooth operator to get your cheesesteak. And a small pizza well done. There was no seeded rolls left but the subs were spectacular! The pizza was crunchy and delicious! Me and the smooth operator give it a 10! See you soon!“

“Not sure how else to add a new review. Loved the old owners. New owners need to update the site since it is no longer relevant and belongs to the last family. Not a good look for you. We loved this place. When it changed hands we stopped ordering, was not good. I think they needed time, as expected. Second time ordering since new owners. Update the site with current info. Let ppl know its under new ownership. Shows better. Its not italian but Indian ownership. With that being said, delicious. Glad I gave it a second chance. We waited ample time. Not greasy, lots of toppings, full of flavor! Amazing. Im glad we tried again. We will be ordering again! We love Suppas but this is equal for sure. So happy!“