16 Best Italian Restaurants near Sunland Park

“The staff is wonderful and the pizza is to die for. I'm sure their other dishes are excellent too, but we haven't gotten past the pizza yet. We attend their Farmer's Market as vendors at least once a month and there's always something interesting to see. We never take any money home because we're eating pizza and buying the other vendors' really cool stuff.“

“😍 MONTELEONE’S RISTORANTE….. A place where you visit for the experience, stay for the food, and leave as family. If you’ve never been, or haven’t visited in years, this is the sign to head on over. You’ll find the crew working hard on Thursday-Saturday evenings from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm. We often hear the term “support local” and this place is a true definition of what supporting local means. Everyone that works here has their main jobs during weekdays, but three nights a week, they dedicate themselves to meeting everyone they serve. In between orders, the hustle and bustle of the night, and the sound of the kitchen bell announcing completed orders, the staff take their time to explain dishes and provide you with great service. Supporting local is more than just visiting an establishment, it is getting to know the people that live and work in your community. This is exactly what this group of hard-working people do. We’ve been to many local places, where the servers recognize us, and will remember our general order. But no other place takes the time to really get to know your story and allowing you to get to know them. We’ve sat through countless meals sharing conversations and stories with the staff that make this place what it is. No matter what server you get, you’re in for a treat. Julie, the dedicated and loving coach, whose career expands through retirement, and different schools; Robert, who has already retired but has continued to work with the community in insurance sales; and Audrey serving younger generations at UTEP. Then we have Laura (the owner), who takes so much pride in her restaurant, and the food that comes out of her kitchen. The sauces and dough are made from scratch daily. You can follow the menu or get creative and start adding toppings to your dishes. Whether you’re craving pasta, pizza, Monteleone’s rolls, or Tortiglioni (a.k.a. Tort) with more toppings than you know what to do with, you can’t go wrong with anything. We can’t forget sweet Mrs. B, who makes delicious cakes, and keeps busy helping Laura and the crew in the kitchen. On Friday and Saturday nights, you’ll have a chance to hear Julie belting out a song whenever a pizza is ordered, and all three nights hearing the staff offer up Mrs. B’s cake for dessert. If you visit on a Friday night, you can request to sit in the bar area and listen to David Huerta sing the night away, taking requests no matter if English or Spanish. The music at a perfect volume, allowing for enjoyment and conversation. This is the reason why I couldn’t think of a better place to spend my 40th birthday. Thank you to Laura, Mrs. B, Julie, Robert, Audrey, Frances, David and the rest of the crew for an amazing evening. David even sang three different birthday songs! Pick the night and visit, introduce yourself, and feel the love that this place brings. You’ll feel like a regular, even though it’s your first time. It truly feels like you’re amongst friends and family. Don’t forget to follow their Facebook page for any schedule changes, specials, pictures of item menus, or secret phrases for appetizers!“

“Excellent service and the food is delicious!“

“genuinley Robert was by far the best waiter we've ever had. Me and my beautiful darling wife will only be coming here for him because oh my god was his service truly out of this world. He picked up on our vibe so well and he matched our energy. He brought out our order with such a glowing energy and we both needed that after a having a rough week. Please give him a raise as he deserves!!

And seriously, we'll be back just for him.“

“Food was good, bottled soda with ice but the bottles were warm. The restaurant is small so limited seating is available. You can bring your own wine bottles they do not serve alcohol. A little pricey for what you get but worth a visit over all.“

“very fast, food is really good would recommend on family night’s pizzas are a great size and service was great“

“Such amazing food, huge menu, great service and family friendly and warm atmosphere!!“

“Such a nice place!! Stopped in for dinner on Sunday. Great Italian food, and the wine list is great as well! Manuel is very friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go back!“

“As the lunch place finder for a nonprofit organization, i went to Pasta Avanti and spoke with the owner Mario and asked would he open for lunch for us.
He readily agreed! What a delightful time we had! Food was wonderful, service was good. But the best was Mario's 87 year old mom singing to us!
We were a group of 45.
Mario.....thank you! The ladies loved you, mama and your establishment!“

“I wanted a perfect dinner experience with my great friend and where else to go to the same place I’ve gone for over 20 years!!! The food absolutely amazing and my servers were phenomenal! They actually put my leftovers away for me. Kept checking on our table. Great experience!! To think I’ve been coming here for years and still got the same experience!“

“A great Italian restaurant that lets you bring in your own bottle of wine 🍷! I think the simple menu highlights classic Italian cuisine and makes ordering easy. I tasted the spaghetti and meatballs paired with a Chianti Classico red wine to complement the dish. The atmosphere adds a level of warmth to the dinning experience.“

“Such a darling place with amazing food. Loved the location, the employees are so kind and prompt. My caprese salad was great and my pizza was delicious. My only complaint is the food ending after we ate it all. Keeps you wanting more. Thank you for such a special dining experience.“

“What a staff of wonderful employees. They assist one another, and give the customers excellent service. As a businessman and retired educator, I know the importance of having a leader who communicates her expectations and is on the Frontline with helping hands. The menu is created with all palettes in mind. Ardivinos is a top restaurant in El Paso.
This evening I had a delicious sausage with anchovies pizza. Ardivonos doesn’t serve Bogle wines, so a suggested substitution with a glass of their house merlot wine was a soothing suggestion.
It is always a joy speaking with the staff as they provide a relaxing service, conversation, and a smile. Realizing nothing is perfect in this world, Ardivinos has established an ambience that relaxes the mind and soothes the heart for those of us seeking a wonderful ending to a hectic day. If you don't feel as though you don't want to cook, let Ardivinos serve be your kitchen for an evening. Don't forget to end the evening with their delectible Spumoni ice-cream.“

“My experience there was sensational. Lately there has been such a relaxing vibe. I usually go with my wife super late at night for our weekly pizza ritual and always enjoy ourselves with immaculate food. The service here has always been on point. Congratulations on such a great staff.“

“Really great pizza and even better customer service. The staff was super friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The pizza was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can tell they take pride in what they do. Definitely coming back!“