10 Best Italian Restaurants in Madison

“When we decided to make a reservation here I was concerned because the parking situation in Madison is difficult. IlGoccino has parking in the rear of the restaurant so it was fine. The staff were warm and welcoming and they honored our reservation on arrival. The food was excellent - the salmon cooked to perfection and the chicken was tender and delicious as well. We certainly will return.“

“We hosted our Rehearsal Dinner here the night before our wedding and had a great experience! Staff were all very friendly and very helpful with arranging the room how I wanted it! Everyone loved the food and it was overall a great night with family!“

“My team had a lunch booked today and stepping into L’Allegria was a beautiful surprise. I booked the restaurant based on the menu and ratings, plus parking looked easy. Without planning it we had a private room where we could celebrate the departure of one of our colleagues. Alana took great care of us and the food was delicious and well executed. Temperatures were perfect on the food too. The zucchini blossoms and homemade gnocchi were the best I’ve had in YEARS. The chef and restaurant team are to be commended. I look forward to returning with my husband for dinner. Thank you!“

“Love everything about it. Chicken Marsala is awesome“

“Highly recommend this restaurant. It is BYOB and the chef is excellent! We have never been disappointed! Love this place, one of Madison’s gems. Just missing Marco their waiter!“

“The pizza was delicious! They don’t use any artificial or super-processed ingredients, so even the Coke was Mexican Coke that uses agave sweetener versus corn syrup! Casual but feels upscale.“

“Best connoli cake! The staff are great“

“Best eggplant parm around!“

“Best neighbor and classmate ever. Proud to have called him friend.“

“Great food! Great staff! Best chicken parm dinner ever!!!“