35 Best Italian Restaurants near Franklin

“We had an amazing meal a few weeks ago at Luca’s! We were greeted and seated and waited on promptly. We brought our own wine in which they had no problem opening for us. The food was out of this world. Their meatball appetizer is everything you’ve heard and then some. Incredible sauce, bread service, and our meals were excellent. My partner had the octopus for an appetizer and said it was incredible. Both of our meals were amazing and served timely and piping hot. I had the chicken marsala with mushroom risotto, delicious! And he had the veal saltimbocca. The service was prompt, pleasant and just perfect, and the atmosphere is lovely. I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Love this place! Fast delivery always, and everything is delicious!“

“Cafe Alfredo catered a wedding for our family for 100 people with short notice on 8/14. The food was delicious!!!! It felt like that menu was planned months ago. The food was fresh and hot! Our family that came from near and far was very complimentary on the taste and quality of the food. We had penne and vodka, chicken and eggplant parm, pasta and garlic, chicken francaise and my favorite of the night shrimp linguine Alfredo! Thank you Giuseppe and team for saving the day with great food!“

“Simply the best ,I eat there everyday there open great food great service and trust me I'm a fuss pot when it comes to my food but they have never disappointed me in the years I have been going there“

“I have been here twice and each time the men/workers are friendly and attentive. The food taste fresh and looks more than appealing. I love how they fry the wings slightly hard so that the sauce doesn't make them too mushy. Each time the place was clean and I even saw the man wiping down in between services.“

“While your food is delicious, your customer service need work. Some of the younger kids rush you off the phone and when you pick up your food its even worse. no thank you, no nothing. just sign here and they walk away. almost short of bring rude“

“Love the food it’s the best place ever!“

“Excellent food!!! Great service!“

“Great food and workers are very friendly“

“Had dinner there last night. Service was great with special notice to out server Denise. Tipped her accordingly. Other staff removed used dishes in a timely manner. Meals arrived hot and portion size was perfect. This was our 4 visit to them and always had great dinning,“

“On Friday 4/26/24 my husband and I had a rehearsal dinner for our son and daughter in law at Milano's. We had 32 people at the restaurant. The service was fantastic. The amount of food was crazy. The restaurant met all our needs. We would highly recommend Milano's. It was a great night before the wedding at Mountain Creek.“

“My wife and I loved our dinner. Looks like we’ll be regulars. Highly recommend eating here. Friendly staff too!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Shout out to Brittany for the great service and the food was great.“

“Visited this restaurant with our friends, Eddie & Kathie, who live in the area and we had a marvelous time. Cocktails, wine, main meals and dessert were great as was the ambiance and the hospitality of Dina, who we met, her sister and the entire staff. We live about 50 minutes away but we will make it a point to return in the not so distant future.“

“Had a small 75th birthday party for my mother here and everything was incredible. They were very accommodating with the whole experience from start to finish. Staff was friendly and courteous, service was excellent and everyone agreed how delicious the food was. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Excellent food and service“

“I went back here and my family goes too. The food is really good. We get mushroom salad delicious! The sandwiches on focaccia bread heated are out of this world!! The staff was very helpful. I went to a wedding that they catered and the food was presented beautifully and delicious.“

“I have had two bridal showers at Portofino in Oak Ridge, and not only did everyone love the food, but Nancy and the entire staff is outstanding. They go above and beyond to help you in any capacity that they can. I highly recommend Portofino either for lunch, dinner or any kind of event you have whether it is big or small. You can't go wrong with Portofino, I can't say enough great things about the staff and restaurant!“

“Crystal Springs Bistro exceeded our expectations. Trent out server was amazing and offered the best service, he was able to give recommendations and was warm and welcoming. Brian the bartender made our tables drinks and made the best espresso martini I have ever had!! It was a great experience at Bistro!! We most definitely will be back!!!“

“Finally had a chance to order. The food was phenomenal, but not for the price. I was really disappointed with the "lack" of food in the container for $22. There may have been 1 cup of that if rice in the container.“

“I absolutely recommend Pizza1! Beat pizza I’ve had in YEARS! They also cover the ENTIRE pie with mozzarella and I never bite into dough and sauce! FINALLY a pizza place that is not a con or CHEAP and uses ENOUGH Mozzarella! Their pies are also 16 inches,but it’s the biggest 16 in pie I’ve eaten! At least you can fold a slice of pizza from this place. Definitely get your next pie from this place! Hopefully they stay consistent!!“

“Just moved here from NH. Got it to go. My husband and I loved the food for such a reasonable price. We live in Sparta and this place is only 2.5 miles from our new home! Yea!!“

“We recently hosted a birthday part? W Franks pizza catering it .hoagies and sev platters everything came out perfect..very reasonably priced totally recommend for catering the chicken and padta dished..deluscious!(Thanks Franks for a great party!)“

“i adore this place and the workers. everyone is so kind and the food is SO good. prices are totally reasonable! i frequent this place not only because it is local for me, but i am happy to eat it. come here if you have a chance, i’m sure you won’t be disappointed :D“

“Muy buena comida me encanta la pizza y las alitas de pollo con picante“

“Best pizza in the area! Incredible freshness!“

“Best pizza around! I used to work at an award winning pizza place and since moving to Oak Ridge have not found pizza that I love until Pintos. (I'm picky) BUT not only is the pizza good but the guy (who I think is the owner) making the pizzas is SO friendly. Always has a smile and makes sure to say hello and goodbye to everyone.“

“Good food made by a great family!“

“Best pizza, chicken fingers and sandwiches around! People are terrific and prices fair for the quality!“

“We were visiting our son on the Appalachian Trail and stopped by for 6 different pizzas to bring to him and his fellow hikers on the trail. All were absolutely delicious! We were happy and so were the hikers!“

“we're new to the area and took a shot. It was the best decision and best pizza I've had. thin crust Sicilian...fantastic!“

“Been a customer of Frank’s for a long time, close to 30 years, the food is always consistent, it never disappoints and never wavers. Nothing fancy just good quality American - Italian! Good portions at a fair price. IMO the best pie in the area, especially when I ask for pizza made the way I like it! They know! The staff is wonderful and the family of owners are all top notch people. We love Frank’s!“

“Once again the hubs brought REAL pizza back home to PA! The selection of specialty pizza slices is absolutely insane, the garlic knots are the size of your head, and the rice balls are absolutely phenomenal. Love when he stops and today we FaceTime’d and I got to pick my own slices!!!“

“Always fresh great service and fast delivery“

“Normally order regular pizza which is great but yesterday I ordered the Tuscany Chicken Pizza. It was amazing and the best pizza I’ve ever had! Try it- you won’t be disappointed“