50 Best Italian Restaurants near Mount Ephraim

“My dad used to bring my youngest son here for their Original Panzerotti. I have good memories of before he passed and growing up surrounding Panzerotti in general but their Panzerotti is definitely good. Last time I visited here I had their salad on a mother/son lunch date and that was also good.“

“Great restaurant - highly recommended“

“Not child friendly need more option“

“Outstanding service and dining experience. Phenomenal food. BYOB!“

“Awesome experience! Great food! Excellent service!“

“Great covered outdoor patio along with tasty food - perfect combination.“

“Food was delicious and staff was friendly“

“Incredible food, wonderful staff and service. We loved our date night here! Highly recommend.“

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

“Recently was visiting Philadelphia and craving Italian food. I asked some locals where to go and was sent here. Did not disappoint. Great ambiance, service was excellent and not stuffy, food was on point and I felt the prices presented a great value.“

“Ate there yesterday and friendly Atmosphere, very friendly and excellent food“

“The good is absolutely amazing“

“Great place to eat and meet friends. The food is delicious and the service was wonderful. I have some dietary restrictions, and they were very accommodating. I highly recommend this restaurant. I will definitely be back.

Vegetarian options: The restaurant will find vegetarian options for you.

Dietary restrictions: I am vegetarian and cannot have butter. I can have dairy. The restaurant was very accommodating,“

“We got there for our 5 pm reservation. Very few people were there, and we thought we should have made the reservation for later. By 5:30, the place was packed! Glad we went earlier. Anyhow, the atmosphere is warm and inviting. The service was great (even with the crowd). And the food was delicious! I'll recommend this restaurant to my friends.“

“Excellent Bolognese and Tiramisu!“

“Checked out The Victor Cafe founded in 1918, a little gem of an Italian restaurant in South Philly. All staff are also opera singers and perform an aria every 30 minutes. Also, this place was featured in Rocky Balboa and Creed as Adian's Restaurant. This place is definitely worth a visit. Recommend having a reservation.“

“This is my ALL-TIME favorite Italian restaurant because the food is always fantastic and John is the BEST when it comes to customer service and satisfaction. L’angolo holds a special place in my heart!“

“I can't describe how satisfying was our dinner. Above any expectations. One of the best meals I’ve ever had!
Pricey, but worth every penny.
Gorgeous antique decor and flawless food—I’m definitely coming back with friends and family!
Thank you!“

“I have been to many course meals, but this is the top 5 best restaurants I have ever been to. Philadelphia is so lucky to have Elma. Amazing food, incredible service and hospitality. I was reminded of childhood meals and reveled in the incredible blend of flavors and textures. I will absolutely be coming back to dine at the incredible Elma.“

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

“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.“

“We had a great last night in Philly. The food, location, and our server, Tyler was friendly, courteous, and had a good sense of humor to handle 3 Southern woman. Thank you!“

“Amazing atmosphere with incredible service and great food! Thank you Bellini!“

“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!!“

“I’ve heard about Fiorino for so long, especially from someone who lives in Florida! I finally went and it was all they said it would be! Absolutely delicious! I asked our server what entree I should get because I couldn’t decide between 2 of them that I wanted. He said “No problem! I’ll bring you a half portion of each!” WHO does that in today’s world?! So absolutely kind and cool. I loved every single thing I had there and can’t wait to go back!“

“My wife, son, and I enjoyed an excellent dinner at Saloon to celebrate my 65th birthday. All of our dishes were delicious, especially the soft-shell crab appetizer. The cocktails were also nicely done. I enjoyed a Manhattan before dinner and a chocolate martini with dessert. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Saloon is one of our favorite restaurants in the city.“

“Awesome Place to host your Family and Friends. Management goes above and beyond. A perfect support when entertaining Veterans as well. We were treated Royally on November 10. Thank you Mario, Liza and Staff. Happy Thanksgiving“

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

“Came in from Denver and was craving some great Italian. They did not disappoint! Service was excellent. Food was amazing! Clams Casino and Meatballs appetizer set a high bar for the rest of the meal, and they nailed it. Seafood ala Scannichios and the NY strip longjohn were hugely portioned and delicious. Others in our party had the Shrimp Scampi, Chicken Parm and a few others- and they raved about them. Tiramisu and Bananas Foster were sublime. The owner Christian and his family really made us feel welcomed. We will definitely be back on future trips.“

“My all time favorite Philly restaurant! Delicious food, amazing service, and the best atmosphere in Fitler Square! 10/10!“

“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!“

“The homemade pasta is really excellent. The texture was perfectly toothsome. I got the cacio e pepperoncini (vegan option) and it was quite good, though the sauce wasn’t my favorite. It felt very oily and I’m not sure if that’s a product of veganizing the sauce. I loved the tangy spice of the pepperoncini though.

The shishito peppers were good, but fairly standard blistered peppers like I’ve had at many other restaurants. The almond / mint sauce was quite nice though.

The plates are generously portioned.

Vegetarian options: They have a few vegetarian options that are clearly labeled. They also have clear labels for dishes that can be made vegetarian or vegan.“

“celebrated my daughter's 16th birthday last night and everything was perfect.“

“We have been dining here while visiting from another state at least annually for the last 13 years. The food and service have been consistently excellent and we have had large family gatherings in a private room here. All family members were very pleased with food quality, selection and service. Highly recommended !!!“

“Do yourself a favor; invite 4-5 friends bring a nice bottle of wine and you will have a wonderful evening. Don’t be afraid to simply order the specials.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Nunzio’s this evening for a work gathering. Every course was excellent! I cannot wait to bring my family back. The food was fresh and delicious.“

“Cozy quiet atmosphere, impeccable service and every dish was delicious. 😋“

“Gorgeous location, great service, and most importantly the food is amazing. I fervently wish Irwin’s existed in my hometown as I’m sure I would become a regular. As it is, I will definitely be going back the next time I’m in Philly. The setting, on the 8th floor of an old school building, is extremely cool and aesthetic and they styled the space beautifully with lots of plants. The view is wonderful. I went with a friend and we shared a “girl dinner” of four desserts followed by pasta. I keep thinking about the gelato I had, which was flavored with sweet cream and topped with a layer of honey and a mound of pistachios. The sweet and salty combination was amazing. Another standout was the orange olive oil torte with a bay leaf-infused cream. The lemon pasta was simple with a depth of flavor and strong umami. The bathroom also gets excellent lighting for selfies. Highly recommend.“

“Amici Restaurant exceeded all expectations! The ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for both a quiet dinner or a lively family gathering. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor — from the fresh bruschetta to the creamy risotto and perfectly cooked seafood pasta. You can truly taste the quality and care put into every meal. Don’t skip dessert — the tiramisu is out of this world! Amici is now one of our favorite spots in town. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates authentic Italian cuisine and genuine hospitality. We will definitely be back with more friends!“

“Wonderful Italian family restaurant. Went for our 43rd anniversary. We changed the number of people when we got there and they were very accommodating. Food was excellent. We started with appetizers, fried calamari with marinara sauce for dipping, they kept coming back and apologizing because they were cutting fresh calamari and we said no problem! It was fantastic! Also had shrimp with broccoli rabe and canelli beans, also great.
My main course was Costa Smeralda, Veal sauteed with crabmeat and mushrooms in a lobster sauce. And a side of Pasta Puttanescca both delicious. Portions were very generous and we were so full we skipped dessert! Definitely recommend Fieni's Ristorante!“

“I had dinner at La Sera the other day and was impressed. The appetizers were delicious--we had the calamari, cozze, and mushrooms. All were delicious, but the mushrooms were phenomenal. For entrees, our table had the ribeye, veal ripieno, spaghetti and meatballs, and ravioli rosa. Everyone loved their food.

And I must give a special shout out to Meritan. I realized the next day that I left my hat at the restaurant and I had already left for the airport to return to Florida. I connected with Meritan who I coordinated with to have it shipped to my house.

In all, La Sera offers delicious food and service from good people. I will certainly be back.“

“Lovely atmosphere, very good food and our Waiter Nick was wonderful!“

“As per always, our eating experience was outstanding in every way. We enjoy bringing friends here, as each and every one of them also enjoys the meal and the service (shout out to Carlos?). Every dish is delicious, there are no wrong picks.“

“I originally gave this place 1 star, now they have new owners or new management or both. So far, everything I have order was good, no problem with pick up or delivery. I haven't tried everything yet, just the pasta dishes and they were all delicious. Customer Service was good too“

“Great cocktails, delicious food, and overall great atmosphere“

“Great dinner and wonderful service!“

“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. ♥️✌️“

“The real deal. I've dined at French laundry and other Michelin stars. the food is made with the true Italian love. The drinks by Karli are top shelf. Relaxing atmosphere after a good day's work. Highly Suggest.“

“You can feel the love in their families delicious homemade Italian dishes! Loved the experience of Albertino’s ❤️“

“The service is exceptional,The sauce is a thick,rich,tasty sauce.The place is CLEAN.The portions were more than adequate. The complementary garlic bread is delicious.Dinners come with soup and salad.We used to go elsewhere for Italian food,no more.Cotardo's is our place to go now“