50 Best Italian Restaurants near Rockaway

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

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

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

“We had my daughter's sweet 16 catered by RJ's. The food was absolutely delicious, I mean all of it. There wasn't one dish that wasn't amazing. Everyone at the party raced about the food. I highly recommend RJ's to cater your party“

“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!“

“This is an AMAZING restaurant with such wonderful ambience. We celebrated our marriage blessing there because the food is exceptional and the service is fantastic.“

“Close to NYC level of fine dining... service and food both are excellent! Very reasonable prices, I'll be back.“

“Oh man… where to start. The service was phenomenal, great recommendations, great atmosphere, the owner, Ms. Dana greeted us with a smile, Nikki the manager was great to deal with. Now the food… I had the special, “The Gobbler” and it was unbelievably tasty. The crunch from the toasted bread, the flavors all together were a symphony on my taste palette. My gf got the “Toni Ann” and she couldn’t talk while we were eating together because she wouldn’t stop stuffing her face. After she said the chicken cutlet was cooked perfect, mozzarella was fresh, peppers were exquisite. Overall experience was just mind-blowing. I’d recommend Ferraro’s to any person, local or travelers, you NEED to stop and eat here.“

“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…“

“We ate dinner for the first time at Enzo’s last weekend ! The food was delicious ! Def recommend reservations . We had the pleasure to meet Frank he was so enjoyable to chat too as well as shared his k owledge on a few dishes . Made us feel welcome ! We will be back“

“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.“

“We went last night to celebrate NYE at Rosie's... the food was delicious, however we did not get our dinner until 10:45. We arrived at 8:30. In fact, our table was last to receive each course of the meal, and it was just too slow. The bill for 4, with tip, was $650, which is too much to receive such poor service.“

“If I could give it six stars I would. I judge all others based on this restaurant. It’s a well oiled machine that never disappoints. Only bring your best clients here, and those that you truly love.“

“Just delicious and the service for our large group was fantastic“

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

“Back in October, we had a surprise 30th birthday dinner for my daughter with a party of 22 people. The waitress was spectacular. The staff and owners were veryaccommodating and the food was delicious. They allowed us to come ahead of time to decorate. The event turned out wonderful!!!“

“wonderful ambience ! wonderful food ♡ service!“

“I highly recommend this restaurant. Service and food are excellent.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“The food is always great. Fresh and diverse and the specials are always interesting The brick oven pizzas are just the right size and are always piping hot. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Very well priced for the sized meals that you receive. Very ie atmosphere. And it’s B.Y.O.B. CANT MISS PLACE TO DINE“

“Best Italian restaurant in motown! very classy and relaxing atmosphere. love dining outside during the summer. Food and service are always great!“

“Beautiful alfresco dining weather permitting. Dinner never disappoints all selections excellemt. Best mussels ever. It’s not about the mussels but about the sauce which is FABULOUS.“

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

“Todo excelente, lo recomiendo“

“All the different meals I’ve had at Columbia Inn have been amazing! I’m never disappointed. Their pizza is amazing too!!!“

“It was a pleasant experience for me to be there today with a party of nine. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. Thanks.“

“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 brother and sister-in-law recommended this place, so we decided to all go for a double date. They mentioned their co-workers loved it, so we had high expectations. Well, the food surpassed them! You can usually tell if a place is great from the very first bite, and everything tasted incredibly fresh, creamy, and simply divine. I was amazed that everything we tried was exceptional. I ordered the butternut squash ravioli, perfect for the season! The owner was so friendly and, after overhearing how much we enjoyed the cheese with figs and prosciutto, he brought us an extra plate on the house. He also treated us to berries and cream, the ravioli special and even a glass of limoncello. It's been a long time, if ever, since I've experienced such excellent customer service. You can tell the chef is always consistent, he truly cares about his craft. I highly recommend this place, and I love that we've found our new go-to spot whenever we're in Madison and craving Italian, or even when we're not—the food is just that good!“

“Very Good Italian Food. Always Delicious.“

“Fabulous food. Honestly don’t think there are many restaurants who can beat the food quality. If you haven’t tried it, you should.“

“I ordered the lamb skewer platter. And it was good. They even have bougatsa and spanakopita. It really took me back when I visited Greece. They do not disappoint. Definitely coming back here and would recommend to friends.
Service was very good. She was friendly and very helpful.“

“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…“

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

“After my mother's funeral service last week, we hosted a lunch for family and friends at Osteria Trevi. Enzo and his team provided impeccable service. They were kind, attentive and accommodating. Our guests could not stop talking about how delicious the food was! What's more, Enzo made the planning so easy, which we really appreciated especially under the circumstances. Thank you for a wonderful gathering, Enzo, my mom would have loved it!“

“Absolutely phenomenal experience at Guerriero’s Restaurant – Authentic Neapolitan Cuisine!
From the moment we walked in, the warm ambiance and rich aroma of freshly prepared Italian dishes set the tone for a memorable evening. We were on a bit of a schedule due to a show we had tickets for, and thankfully, we had Dakota as our server!
Dakota was not only friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, but also incredibly mindful of our time. He ensured our service was prompt and timed perfectly. Drinks, appetizers, entrees—everything came out perfectly timed and piping hot. His attention to detail and professionalism really made all the difference.
The food was phenomenal. The burger was out of this world! It was juicy and tasted so fresh I highly recommend. Also, the drinks were pristine.
Whether you’re on a date night, heading to a show, or just craving real Italian cuisine, Guerriero’s is a must-visit. Huge thanks to Dakota for elevating our experience—we’ll definitely be back!“

“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!!“

“For my birthday my son and I ordered our dinner for takeout. Absolutely delicious. I had the avocado salad appetizer special (enough for two) and the Gnocchi Bolognese special (enough for two) and my son had Chicken Parmesan. The bread was fantastic as well - still some leftover. We ate in our dining room with my china. A special night for sure. Thank you Trattoria Tuscana! (we look forward to our leftovers as well)“

“Excellent food and service“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Excellent restaurant serving everything from gourmet Northern Italian cuisine to specialty Pizzas in a elegant, yet casual setting. They also have a fun and lively bar scene and very efficient and friendly service. I would certainly recommend Matta Donna.“

“Love everything about it. Chicken Marsala is awesome“

“Amazing food! Great staff!“

“Stopped in yesterday to try the pizza. Regular, Bacon ranch and spinach with fresh Ricotta. Thin crispy crust absolutely delicious! Best around. Can't wait to order some dishes!! Will spread the word! 👍“