50 Best Italian Restaurants near Jefferson

“Food was on point, The Tower appetizer would be better if the eggplant was fried, and crispy though. The outdoor area overlooking the lake was beautiful on a summer evening.

The outdoor seating isn't particularly comfortable, and it get a bit loud. Still, it was an enjoyable dinner.“

“Little Nicki’s was wonderful. The food was delicious and presentation was beautiful…wonderful atmosphere very friendly. Victoria gave us great service. And the owner Dom was delightful. Will be back real soon…“

“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!“

“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.“

“This is our favorite place… This is the side of meatballs and Ziti Norcina with homemade sausage. I have tried many different pasta dishes and love them all. It’s hard to choose when I get there. The service and staff are great. But the person that stands out to us, every time we go is Roy. He appreciates our business and is very friendly and outgoing. Every restaurant needs a Roy. Thanks, keep it up…“

“Service and food were fantastic…we will be back again. Recommend to everyone I know“

“ordered a tomato pie and Italian sub, the pizza was fantastic and the sub had fresh quality meats and the roll was terrific. I would highly recommend this place to any one who enjoys authentic Italian food. Nice job.“

“Wow was it busy at lunch. Long line and I thought it would move quicker so make sure you aren’t in a rush. I went with the italian tuna special sandwich. It was good but found it a little dry. It also needed more acidity. The staff works clean which is always good to see. I would come back to try another sandwich. The antipasto salad was good. Nice balance of acidity and saltiness. There is street parking and I didn’t have a hard time getting a spot. Not dying to come back but if I was in the area I would. 3.5 stars is about right.“

“The best in the county! Great service!! A must!!“

“This was our favorite restaurant for years when we lived in NJ. We were in area last week (after 15 years). WOW - the menu, the food, the cocktails, the service and effort put into everything is still FABULOUS! Our dinner on Friday was so good, we ate there again on Saturday night. Thank you Dan and your entire team.“

“Had dinner on 6/2/22. We had a party of 9 all together. Sat in the back room. Both the food and the server were fantastic. Sorry I didn't get her name. Come here maybe 3 or 4 times a year. Never disappointed!!“

“wonderful ambience ! wonderful food ♡ service!“

“Great birthday celebration Food was delicious Service was fabulous Definitely recommend“

“Four of us enjoyed this hidden gem in Randolph this evening. All four appetizers and entrees were superb. In both taste and presentation. Great value for the price and the services was superior. I recommend this restaurant highly for all.“

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

“very very clean place the food is unbelievable good. 👌“

“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.“

“Always good food…soup is always fresh, they carry great empanadas too!“

“It's always a delight to eat at Bruno's Bistro. The atmosphere is so warm and friendly. We're visiting family and getting to eat delicious, freshly prepared food. Some of our favorites are the cheese gnocchi with crabmeat in vodka sauce, short ribs, and the paroadelle bolognese. The pistachio dessert is to die for. Their whipped cream is homemade and to perfection. Mangia and enjoy!“

“First time here and we loved it! Wings were perfect. Pizza was thin and crispy. Rigatoni was tasty. Best cappuccino I have had outside of Italy. Our bartender, Melissa, was really nice. Music was great. Overall a great experience and we will be back!!“

“This is the best of the Best in the area, for christmas for Birthday or any ocassion you have.
You have to try, believe me i do not the words to express how good this restaurant is.
Special thanks to:
The Servers-The best of the Best..
The Cheffs - Cook to Perfection, fresh food
The kitchen helpers.
To el Parcerito (the Busboy) he makes you feel like family).

And the best for Don Jorge the Owner.“

“Excellent food and service“

“Delicious pizza and entrees! Great dining room service I highly recommend I live in NY“

“The food is excellent with a BYOB option The staff works hard to please customers It's a good idea to make a reservation. The parking lot is tight so bring your smaller car or carpool if possible. I've been there twice and enjoyed it each time without being rushed.“

“Excellent traditional Italian food. Salads and bread were fresh. Pasta was delicious. Meats were cooked perfectly. Very kind and attentive staff. If we were locals this would be our regular spot.

A big thank you to the staff. We were very under dressed. Wife had just run a Spartan and we were at the tail end of a road trip. We picked the restaurant on the GPS assuming it was a pizza place. We almost left, but the young man who greeted us convinced us to stay. So glad we did. Thank you.“

“Five’s all around for this amazing pizza! We have ordered whole pies and sometimes simply a whole mess of slices. Each time it’s delish! The owner & staff are so friendly & helpful. It’s a cozy seating area….which would earn a “5” if there were a few more booths! Give it a try….you won’t be disappointed ❤️🍕“

“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“

“we at Lennon's House ,have a special place for our group meetings and its Anthony's! WE EVEN BUY PIES FOR THE LOCAL POLICE STATION & AND THEY SAY it's their favorite! We love the spinach soup ! Eggplant franchise is amazing! All the pizza is so fresh ,whatever they make goes because it's a hot spot and as soon as they make it , it goes ! We Love Anthony's!“

“The best pizza in town Love this place. Authentic pizza and even custom made. It’s simply perfect 👍“

“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!!“

“Very accommodating, great food, great atmosphere and wonderful place to dine“

“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“

“I like La Vita. It’s a nice option amongst a town full of franchise pizzeria restaurants.
We get sliced meats there and love the beet salad with hazelnuts. I hope this is taken constructively and not as harsh or overly critical:

When I get one arancini I’m always offered one very small side of marinara and never have been charged for it. It’s about a tablespoon of sauce in a small condiment cup. Now two weeks in a row I’ve gone in and asked for four arancini. Last week I was given two cups ( or tablespoons ) for four large risotto balls. Didn’t realize it till I got home. Today I asked for four arancini and was asked if I’d like marinara, said yes and was given one cup. I said I’d like one for each risotto ball and was told it would be extra.
That makes no sense. One condiment cup for four large arancini. Said I’d pay but explained my point.
Why not just increase the price 25-50 cents per ball and automatically include the sauce… and give a fuller cup of sauce ? It saves the unnecessary up charge which doesn’t make me feel good having to explain. Don’t know if I was charged because no receipt is ever given.

Also, the Caesar salad dressing has no flavor, it seems like no anchovy, lemon or garlic. Caesar dressing is a specific recipe and thought would be honored in such an establishment. Just offer authentic dressing and an “ lighter “ option.
Also, when I ask for it to go why is it dressing is on the side? It’s like romain lettuce from the supermarket in a box instead of a cellophane bag… just at a higher price.

And the porchetta meal I had recently-
while delicious was mostly fat and not much meat or fennel. Not a lot for the price.

Finally, I had asked for a caprese sandwich but said focaccia was too much bread and was offered a hero and said yes.
I know, I know… Hero’s are huge and I wasn’t thinking because I said focaccia is too much bread. But I said I didn’t want a lot of bread. So, a hero wasn’t a good alternative- and without olive oil or balsamic on the bread makes for a very dry sandwich even though the arugula was dressed nicely and the ingredients fresh and tasty. It’s too much bread for a tomato mozzarella and arugula sandwich. I ate everything except the bread. Was there a better option? Communication.“

“Terrific food and staff. The family specials are a huge hit in our house. Great pizza too.“

“Thank you so much for honoring our Nurses during Nurses week! We appreciate you! The food was delicious 😋“

“Just started ordering from Anthony & Sons all the way from Northeastern PA and couldn't be happier with the selection and fantastic service. Excited to incorporate their breads and rolls into our menu.“

“They catered our party this weekend and did a fantastic job! Lou is great to work with, the food was delicious and the server was on point! Definitely recommend!“

“Love the pizza and the chicken parm! We always try to get Brenda as our server.....she is quick and always remembers us! Makes it feel like home! :-)“

“Eggplant parm is delicious and the staff is great!!“

“Ordered form catering menu. Very happy. Food was delicious. Delivered on time definitely recommend for your catering needs.“

“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!)“

“The food here is outstanding & delicious! You must try the Sicilian Grandma's Pizza. The crust was amazing as is how they make a Sicilian slice of pizza. It's the right balance of crust and fresh ingredients without it being overpowered with dough. The salad we had was delicious too. Everything so far we had here is just phenomenal as is the customer service, staff & owner. Definitely go and check it out!“

“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!!“

“A Hidden Gem in Wharton That Keeps Getting Better!

This evening we had a truly wonderful dinner at Reno’s Pizzeria and Restaurant in Wharton, NJ. From start to finish, everything about our visit was top-notch. Our server, Shirley, was incredibly attentive—friendly, prompt, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. What really stood out, though, was that Reno himself came by to check in and ensure we were enjoying our evening. It’s not every day you see that level of care and pride from an owner, and it absolutely elevated the experience.

We started with two fantastic appetizers—the eggplant rollatini and little neck clams in marinara sauce. Both were delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. For entrees, we chose the mahi mahi in mango sauce special and the shrimp scampi over linguini. Each dish was cooked to perfection and seasoned just right. Compliments to the chef—truly excellent work in the kitchen!

We ended our meal on a sweet note with the mini cannolis, which were perfectly crispy and bursting with flavor.

Although Reno’s (formerly Maria’s) has been a staple in town for some time, their recent expansion into a charming sit-down dining area has added so much to the local dining scene. It’s cozy, welcoming, and a perfect spot for a relaxed and satisfying dinner. Reno’s is a real asset to Wharton, and we’ll definitely be back! (PS It's BYOB!)“

“Thank you, George and staff Always aiming to make things right.“

“Buffalo Chicken pizza with Blue Cheese drizzle was delicious. Great, friendly service...“

“We were in Jersey for a concert and wanted to get slices to take back home and googled and found Casa. Not only were the slices amazing (including the square!) but the owner made us a quick gluten free pizza for our gluten allergy girl after we mistakenly called a different Casa in a different town to order it ahead ❤️ Can’t recommend enough. Thanks for setting us up with amazing pizza for our trip home.“

“Lovely atmosphere. Very good food and great staff.“

“Everything about this experience was wonderful! This was hands down one of the best experiences I’ve had in a LONG time. Unfortunately, I inhaled my food before I thought to take a picture of it. Just believe me when I say it looked appealing and tasted great!“