50 Best Italian Restaurants near Hi Nella

“Our “Go To” Pizza Joint. Friendly Staff, Impeccably clean. Their Sicilian Pie is a “Must Try”. It’s huge! 5⭐️🍕“

“Great restaurant - highly recommended“

“Awesome good. Never seen a happy hour with such great choices and the food was fantastic.“

“Both the food and the service are Excellent.“

“We have eaten here several times and have always enjoyed great service and excellent food!!“

“Great atmosphere, fun pasta options and perfect service!“

“The good is absolutely amazing“

“This is our first time to Philadelphia and we are big Stallone/Rocky fans so we were excited to try this restaurant where some of Rocky Balboa and Creed was filmed. This was one of the best dining experiences with phenomenal entrees, excellent staff, beautiful atmosphere and amazing entertainment with the wait staff breaking into operatic song!! 10/10 recommend!!“

“Excellent Food & Amazing Service 👍👍“

“Fantastic dining experience our server Sean Martin was amazing.“

“my fiance and I were in Philly (from Maine) and she treated me to Osteria for my birthday dinner. The service was amazing throughout the meal, I wish I got the servers name as he was really an incredibly friendly young man who clearly knew the menu very well. The atmosphere is wonderful and the interior is just lovely. In terms of the food, I had the wild boar bolognese which was a special that night, and it was AMAZING!! Really, all the food was impeccable, from the focaccia to our mains. Super pleased and the next time I’m in town, I will most definitely be coming back!!“

“Awesome experience! Great food! Excellent service!“

“Food was delicious and staff was friendly“

“Been eating there since I was a kid with family in the market. Now live in Key West for last 30 years but specifically make sure each time I come up to see family I go to Villa Di Roma, clams casino, asparagus, gravy and the people there that run it all family. Amazing piece of the food history of the Italian market that is a must try anytime.“

“This place is the real deal! Authentic Italian cuisine that is fresh and flavorful! Service was impeccable and the portions are hearty! Definitely a must visit when coming to Philadelphia!!“

“The atmosphere was romantic, the food was divine (we especially loved the swordfish and the wild boar ragu), and the staff were the perfect combination of attentive and discreet so as to allow us to enjoy our dinner and time together with less interruption. We would absolutely return here without hesitation and highly recommend! Perfect for a date night or any special occasion.“

“The food was outstanding, I had the eggplant & burrito appetizer and the fusilli with crab and cherry tomatoes in a broccoli pesto sauce...delicious. And always my end to a great m a also is a dessert. I am seeker of great tira misu, and their's was outstanding as well and homemade as everything else had been. But I must know if the tira misu was made with mascarpone. Please ler me know. I will definitely come again!“

“Great dinner and wonderful service!“

“Wow! Great restaurant, small and intimate atmosphere, delicious food and super nice staff. We had the focaccia with meatballs and the polenta fritters for start, followed by the lumache and the dirty martini pork chop. For desert the chocolate tart is mind blowing. Chef James went around during the dinner and is a top-notch guy, very friendly. Will be back many times for sure.“

“Came in on Saturday last week for my birthday and tonight for my girlfriend’s birthday. The atmosphere is chill the views are amazing. Our servers have been engaging and knowledgeable. And the food is outstanding. Last week we did the chef’s tasting with the whole fish as the main course ($90 per person). Tonight we got the fritto misto, the eggplant and eggplant caponata, and the swordfish with green garlic for the apps. The rigatoni, spaghetti, and the trophie for the second course (pasta full plates) and the half chicken for the main course. Everything was delicious but the trophie pistachio pesto stood out as the best dish for my girlfriend and I. We finished the night with two cappuccino’s and tiramisu. It is a little pricey but worth every penny. If you’re looking for excellent food, a great atmosphere and beautiful views Irwin’s is the place. In my opinion Irwin’s and Meetinghouse in Fishtown are the two coolest restaurants in Philly.“

“This is my favorite Philly institution. Love the whole staff, Joey’s a mensch. Food you bite and savor, mmmmmmmmmmmMmm. 10/10 already just off these points. What sets it far beyond is its family-style community and badass Italian-American history. Cheers to several more hundred years.“

“We did the tasting menu and were absolutely blown away by the exquisite flavors of each course. The wine pairing complemented each dish perfectly. The staff and chefs were exceptional as well.“

“We were just there to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from TJU. Impeccable service, delicious food and cocktails. Our server, Michael was amazing from start to finish! The care and concern for my Dad’s well being did not go unnoticed and was appreciated! Will definitely be in again! Thank you for a great evening!“

“Went here last night with 16 people and everything was amazing from service to main course, the main reason why I am writing this review is because my seafood Fra Diavolo was absolutely amazing I will go back and order this again and again and again what a great place I highly recommend this place“

“Bravo! Dinner was delicious. This place is a gem.“

“We held an 80th birthday party at Verona. The service was top notch and owners beyond accommodating. The guests said they want to come back! The clams casino is my favorite. The outdoor seating is great.“

“Excellent Bolognese and Tiramisu!“

“We came here for the first time yesterday to celebrate our 5 year anniversary and absolutely loved it! The food was sooo good and our waiter was amazing, super nice and attentive. We had such a great time and were literally already talking about coming back before we even left. Definitely found a new favorite spot!“

“Phenomenal service and a great atmosphere. Everyone was friendly (and tolerant of our louder than usual crowd). We got the family style menu which was a great bang for your buck. My only issue was the crab gnocchi had a surprising number of shell pieces. Otherwise an amazing meal and very happy to have dined here.“

“My family had dinner at Albertinos today for my mom and husbands birthday. Because there was 9 of us they require a fix price meal for each person. This price includes an app, main, and dessert - anything on the menu. The service here is outstanding. The food is better than anywhere else in town, and for me- the best Italian I have ever had. Dinner for 9 of us took about three hours. To me, this is amazing. There was no rush. They made sure everything was perfect. We were able to relax and enjoy our time. We have been there two other times and have had the same waitress. The daughter of the owner (Jsut another plus). She is bubbly and kind and makes sure everyone has a great time. Thank you for a great evening.“

“A very good restaurant along Miami Beach.“

“We chose Spasso because my sister remembered it from years ago. We had a relatively early dinner at Spasso the evening of Philly's first Friday of the season. We had a great seat by the street facing windows. Our server was friendly and provided great service. We all enjoyed our meals, generous portions, so we did have some to take home. Overall, a great experience, we would return. Saw several people same evening who all said they hadn't been there in years. After our description of dinner, they said they would visit soon. Yum!“

“Exceptional food, staff is incredibly friendly. Paesano's hosted a private event, the results were spectacular. A very welcoming environment. Pete, the chef, accomdated allergies, took the time to talk a bit about the courses. I will definitely be back to Paesano's.“

“Great food Bette than Olive Garden food wise but slow service“

“My wife and I love The Saloon Restaurant.....the food is outstanding and the atmosphere is great. We eat at the Saloon when ever we are in the Philadelphia area or any where near Philly!!! IT IS OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN PHILADELPHIA AND THE UNITED STATES, FOR THAT MATTER!!! IF YOU ARE IN PHILLY, DON'T MISS THE SALOON!!! DEM“

“First time going there. Went for lunch during restaurant week $20. pp. Full three course meal.The service was great. The food was excellent. I will definitely be back. 5⭐“

“The food, the staff, the service…all spectacular!“

“Thank heavens for Colonial Beach Local Foodie’s referral. Meet a gentleman at Thousand Trails resort just outside of Colonial Beach Va. that had a thick Upstate NY accent. We preceded to reminisce about family in Upstate NY,, of course food rolled into the conversation,. That’s how I came across Nonna Lena’s Italian Cuisine. I stopped by the restaurant by myself a couple of later.. Thought I’d get a quick lunch fix. Wrong! My eyes nearly popped out of my head when I the chief my plate of Eggplant Parmesan. What a wonderful freshly made dinner (plus leftovers for 2 extra meals). The staff all were very friendly. Chiefly came out to see how I liked my meal. He shared some details about the newly open restaurant & homemade recipes, etc. He mentioned breakfast was also served and somehow in the conversation he decided to send me home with a sample of sausages & gravy along with my husbands meal. OMGoodness, the next day my breakfast was fantastic. Foodie’s note. Their food is prepared fresh from scratch daily😊. Don’t past by Colonial Beach Va. without dinning at Nonna Lena’s Italian several times.“

“Great take-out family style menu that changes with the seasons. Delicious, quality Italian food for a great value.“

“Excellent food & service , been here many times, Love it ❤️👍“

“I had a delicious lunch meal with my family. The bread was a great start to the meal. All of the dishes were delicious and so was the dessert. Highly recommend this restaurant!“

“The $10 quick spot is the best lunch deal in town.“

“We had a delicious dinner on Mother’s Day. Our server, Melissa, was a delight. We have passed this restaurant many times with the intention of trying it out. So glad we finally did!!“

“We had our son’s rehearsal dinner here, everything was great . We Had Taylor , who did everything, she was by herself, due to someone calling out . She severed over 30 people from Appetizers to dessert all with a smile . She helped set everything up and was amazing . Great food and atmosphere! A super special shout out to Taylor , she’s an absolute ROCKSTAR!“

“Pizza was very good! Ordered a large “Vinny” and it was ready after about 20 min. We ordered walk-in, so the wait time was a little longer considering there were only 2 employees, and we brought many customers. The cashier was very helpful and patient when the group was attempting to use visa gift cards to pay for orders. My only problem is that two orders within the group were made incorrectly. One, a small pizza with half cheese and half pepperoni, was made entirely with pepperoni. The other, a large pizza, was made as a small. These inconveniences were handled very well by the staff who offered to remake the pizzas, but the added wait almost made it not worth it. Overall good experience and great pizza!“

“Ist time visit. Food was great, service was just right, not fast, didn't feel rushed.“

“great food great customer service great atmosphere good pricing considering great food“

“Highly recommend this local Fishtown family owned establishment. The grocery selection is fabulously curated and don’t get me started on the hoagies 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤. Love to love this place. All the vibes. ♥️✌️“

“Had a great dinner at Scampi! We came for the NJ menu and it was all delicious. Hard to say what was a stand out but honorable mentions were the chicken saltimbocca and the incredible tiramisu!

Also just for transparencies sake in regards to cost - currently it is $80pp. I actually had a hard time finding what the price was before booking, but that could be on me. However if you're gluttons like us, you will be getting whatever add ons and drinks :) So dinner for 2 plus tip ended up being $300. Not a deterent, just a heads up if youre planning a visit. Will absolutely come back and highly recommend!“

“My husband and I had the pleasure of celebrating my mother-in-law's 85th birthday at Michael Coastal Italian Grille during restaurant week. Our dining experience was exceptional, marked by unparalleled food quality and exquisite presentation. The owners treated us like VIPs, ensuring a truly memorable evening. The beautiful birthday display and dessert they presented made the evening truly unforgettable. The impeccable white-glove service left us thoroughly impressed, and we cannot praise the experience enough. My mother-in-law was profoundly grateful for the special birthday celebration. We eagerly anticipate our next visit!“