31 Best Italian Restaurants near Dartmouth

“Finally had the chance to try Maria’s. Fresh pasta (Mafaldini) had never seen this shape before, 1/4”wide or so, looked like a lasagna noodle),Rosa Sauce and the best Lemoncello cake ever! Made chicken parm with the sauce and noodles and it was excellent. I can see this being a regular stop for take home ingredients. Also want to try the Porchetta sandwich so next Friday it’s marked on the calendar!“

“Emma was great! So sweet and knowledgeable. Great pasta, cooked perfectly.“

“A little disappointed. steak was not to order and the ceasar salad dressing was according to my husband, the thinnest and least flavorful he's ever had. In addition the chicken on the salad was cold. The server Nathaniel was excellent. A really nice fellow.“

“Tried Randy’s for the first time last weekend…we ordered donairs, they did not disappoint! Absolutely delicious! So tonight we ordered pizza, well…..this is officially our new favourite spot! Yummy yum yum! Thank you for the great food and friendly service ?“

“Came here twice recently and both visits were nice!

Service was good, staff were friendly and food was tasty. The restaurant is a bit on the darker side for lighting, but still a nice vibe.

I’ve had the Lasagna and the Alfredo Mare Mare. Both were good, but the Alfredo was my favourite.

I would visit here again.“

“I don't order from Chanoey's as much as I should! Food Quality is amazing, the service in-house is bar-none! And when I do have it delivered, it's still hot and well presented. Their Spaghetti is amazing!!“

“Just your regular local hole in the wall kinda bar. Google said restaurant. It's more of a locals bar. Felt a little like we were not wanted or server did not really want to wait on us. He was nice and pleasent but very cold attitude. If your visiting and just want a beer it's a good go to place but definitely not for families.“

“I had an amazing experience at Pizza Hut! The staff was incredibly friendly, making me feel right at home. The food was expertly prepared, with each slice of pizza perfectly done. The atmosphere of the restaurant was just what I was looking for, creating a great vibe for enjoying a delicious meal. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving fantastic pizza and a welcoming atmosphere!“

“Absolutely one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Waiter, Kosta, was phenomenal. He was training Sammy and she was learning from the best. Attention to details is second to none. Food was DELICIOUS! Beautifully prepared and presented. I will dream of that butterscotch cake and weep that I live so far away. The energy in the restaurant was infectious and lively. This was our 26th anniversary and what a memorable one it was. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.“

“We had excellent service on Canada Day 2024 with our friendly waitress Pal. She was very helpful and kept checking on our party of 12 ages from 3 to 80, to make sure everyone had what they wanted. She put treats on the Robot and had the children go get their treats off the tray on it, which was a highlight for them. We could tell she enjoys waitressing because she does it to perfection. The food was delicious and plated appetizingly, too!“

“We treat ourselves 3 or 4 times per year at Amano...always outstanding food & service. Never had just an ok experience....very nice.“

“Just returned home from a wonderful date night at La Frasca! The food was amazing as usual, drinks perfect and our server Elizabeth was absolutely fantastic; efficient, knowledgeable and such a sweet and pleasant person. We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our evening and look forward to our next visit. Tracy & Chris Ryan“

“We could not find fault with any part of the experience of our first visit to this incredible restaurant. The service was top notch, the atmosphere was pleasant and the food...oh the food! Every bite was perfect and delicious! From the risotto calls to the scallops to the ravioli ...and then they brought out the dessert! Wow! If you haven't been - go!“

“If you want authentic Italian grub in a New York Italian style restaurant this is your place. Food is top notch and portions are big. Varied menu. Service is fantastic. I've been there around 5 times. Have had their pizzas, apps, pasta, and chicken Parm. All 5/5.

Kid-friendliness: My 11 and 15 year old loved it.“

“Absolutely amazing Italian food, a beautiful restaurant and delightful service!! I couldn't recommend it more highly!“

“It was our first visit wontbe our last friendly service“

“We popped in for a quick bite on our way back to the cruise line and discovered this shop just 2 minutes from the terminal. I decided to try two pies: a Bluenoser and a Margherita. Both were fantastic, with fresh ingredients, delicious sauce, and excellent service.“

“INCREDIBLE experience. Leonardo the owner, and Samantha, our waitress were both so kind! It felt like we were the only people in the room, very affirming and joyful. Can’t wait to go back!“

“great food!“

“5 star for service is a insult to how amazing the service was 100/5 to date the best service we have ever had at a restaurant. Hates off to the staff!

Food was excellent, recommend the calamari. They have a very elaborate wine and cocktail menu, the cocktails were mind blowing. The menu is limited in size but in a good way.

The restaurant is multi level so even though it was full it still felt intimate.

10/10 will dine again.“

“Dined in for my birthday and it was amazing all around! The food was absolutely to die for (specifically the calamari and the tagliatelle--omg). It tasted so fresh and flavourful. The service was equally as good. The staff are very professional, attentive, and thought of everything. The restaurant itself is very quaint and intimate which makes for a perfect vibe. I have lived in Halifax for years and enjoy dining out and this was the best restaurant I have been to in recent memory. Definitely a hidden gem. I will be back!“

“We ended up here on the hunt for a place to eat, and what an amazing surprise. Everyone in our group of 5 people loved every bite of their meals. Sooo delicious. We will definitely be going back the next time we are in Halifax.“

“Excellent Italian restaurant in north end. It was busy on a Saturday night but didn't wait more than 15min. It can get loud in the restaurant when busy but that9

Parking: There is parking but not a parking lot. Depending on when you're there it would be paid street parking out front or free. Residential roads behind but close by are free.“

“Had a delicious meal tonight at the Larry Uteck location with my family. Portions were very large and great taste. But what made our night is the incredible server we had who was both witty, charming, funny while also very professional. He made my parents and grandmother all smile and laugh which was really appreciated. It is excellent service and quality staff which make a resteraunt not just the food and clearly Morris East knows this.“

“I have never written a review before but I felt the need to come on here and give this place 5 stars. Ordered the Alessandro and it was absolutely delicious. Very high quality ingredients, excellent texture and flavor. Hats off to these guys, I'll be making Rinaldo's my go to.“

“Great service and Abigail was awesome!!!“

“Upon visiting Halifax after two years, one of my first stops was here. The donair pizza was absolutely delicious. Despite the owner being a little grumpy, his culinary skills are undeniable. The bread, cheese, and meat were incredibly fresh, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.“

“The night I was there, it was a graduation celebration.There was probably twelve of us. The service was slow due to the fact that they were working short staffed and also they had no dishwasher in the back. Has someone?
That works in the food industry and faces these challenges.Every day I felt very sorry for the staff working that evening The food was amazing when we received it and it was hot and tasted delicious. I had the spinach and Mushroom linguini.I believe and it was very, very good.We had several appetizers which came out fairly quickly. Our server was a sweet young man.And apologized quite frequently. I would.
Not hesitate to go back again.“

“Worst pizza I ever had in my life ! I ordered a medium. With mushrooms green peppers .hamburger I cant find a mushroom or piece of green .only a 9 inch pizza came 2 9 inch pizza came to 40 some dollars . Any way my last order from Pizza hut !pepper“

“Love freeman’s. The cheesy potatoes are amazing. Have dined in many times and DoorDashed several times and am always happy!
The atmosphere in the restaurant is cozy and the staff are friendly. Often times there is live entertainment.“

“This location is under newer ownership and the quality of food and customer service has improved exponentially. Fresh with lots of toppings, the crust was tasty and not as greasy as Pizza Hut tends to be. I had made a mistake when ordering online for pickup, so I called and they fixed it for me at no extra cost and were really friendly when I picked it up.“