50 Best Italian Restaurants near Irondequoit

“We did an honor flight event that sends veterans to to washing DC to see monuments made in their honor. Mozzeroni’s was so generous. They donated pizzas for our event and fed our riders. We are so grateful for their generosity. What great neighbors. The pizza is always fantastic. Thanks again They will always have our business“

“We are from out of town but visit ROC frequently because our son plays on the Jr. Amerks Juniors/NAHL team. He and some teammates discovered this place and go there for lunch literally every day they have home games. This place is the best-family owned and operated, great food great prices, great service! Tiramisu is my favorite thing in the world and Mamma G’s tiramisu is the best I have ever had. Carlo is the bomb!“

“The place was really nice. Staff was friendly too. I had a pasta (Malfaldine corta) which was $14 and it was really yummy but the quantity was not enough. Also I had two cheese pizza slices and each was $5. The taste was okay but I think it was expensive. Plenty of parking available. You have to order first and then they will call your name when it is ready. Kind of Self service. Also, ice cream was available. They had two flavors chocolate and sea salt caramel but chocolate ice cream was only available on that day. A restroom was also available.“

“Chicken Milanese is my favorite dish. I order it at every restaurant that has it on their menu. In my opinion, Cristo's version is the best in Rochester!!!“

“Proietti’s has been one of my favorite restaurants since I moved to Webster in 2013! Great food, and amazing staff:)“

“Your food went way way down the way outside is so long it's ridiculous then the food is cold doesn't taste like it should taste you should get back to cook she had there when you opened the ones who came from fornataros. Got to go food for Thanksgiving no one touched it the the artichoke French looked like chicken nuggets terrible look like it was baked not sauteed the clams casino were as big as to Wegmans water bottle caps I took a picture was going to even send it to them but you know they don't do anything anyways we got 25 clams casino maybe a total of those clams were four clams that's all small they were nobody even ate them I'm going to be calling to take them back but someone said don't bother they don't care about their food coming out they think because they had a name that they were good you got to keep up that good food otherwise people stop coming“

“The food and atmosphere were great. The staff were very friendly and attentive. It felt fancy without the high prices. Definitely recommend.“

“Celebrated my mother's 100 birthday there with 31 people in Family Style Dine In Dinner. It was Perfect, everyone and I mean everyone enjoyed the meal. My mother cried. Thank You Donna Perlo and your wonderful ❤️ staff.“

“10/10! I was blown away. Absolutely hands down one of Rochester’s best restaurants. Friendly and quick staff and the food… 🤤 oh the food. The food was DELICIOUS! Cooked to perfection, and as 2 chefs on a date who are highly critical of others cooking, we were BOTH impressed. Atmosphere was warm and inviting, and presentation was impeccable. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I took some pics & vids and have a smaller social media of 22K that i plan on directing to go to this extremely good restaurant if they are in the Rochester area. The cocktails are presented with class and flare as well. If you’re looking for that perfect place for a romantic date night dinner, business meeting or just a foodie… this is a MUST-GO! Thanks to the amazing chef who was so accommodating! We will definitely be back!“

“Our first time here and we will be back. This was one of the best restaurant experiences we have ever had. Thank you for the delicious meal, hospitality and the lovely environment. 🤍“

“10/10. Great people and even better food! Normally get chicken parm from here but had the g-pit plate tonight. 10/10 would recommend giving it a try!“

“A gem in Rochester! The cuisine, vibe & service is all top notch! Our crew enjoyed delicious plates (and big portions) of pizza, pasta & the infamous chicken cutlet! The salad was also so crisp & fresh with a tasty dressing to top it off. We also enjoyed a bottle of Lambrusco on special - 10/10! Thanks for a lovely evening out; we will be back soon! PS don’t skip dessert - the lemon ricotta cookies are to die for!“

“Had a wonderful dinner with exceptional service. Always feel welcomed when dining here. Menu is wonderful and we never feel rushed. Thank you to fausto,Massimo and staff.“

“After a tip from friends, we checked out Merchants Wood Fired Pizza & Bistro. It's in an out of the way location, but is so worth your trip. Nestled in a city neighborhood, this place is delicious with a super cute patio. Food gave off an "Old School Italian American" vibe in the best possible way. We enjoyed flavorful housemade meatballs in a great sauce. Burrata was tasty with the most delicious charred tomatoes (we omitted the prosciutto at one diner's preference). The salads were just the right size if you wanted to have those and split a pizza, which two of us did. The Funghi Pizza was tasty and had just the right amount of truffle (some places go overboard). This was a super hit -- very crave-able! For our pickier diner, the Spicy Cup Pepperoni Pizza was the perfect option. Both pizzas had a nice crust, baked nicely, and a perfect amount of cheese. Service was friendly and attentive. Everyone greatly enjoyed the meal. We'll definitely return.“

“We had a baby shower there yesterday... food was great, set-up was perfect and the staff was wonderful, friendly and professional. Absolutely delightful afternoon. Thank you!“

“Absolutely one of best Italian restaurants ever frequented. Exceptional“

“Went here with my wife for her birthday. Staff was super friendly and the food was fantastic!“

“Late night arrival into Rochester on a Tuesday evening and I chanced upon Branca Midtown via Resy. We took a chance and I am so so glad we did. This place was divine. The host and the servers were impeccable. Sassy, funny, and attentive to a T, we were incredibly impressed and immediately relaxed with the atmosphere and the people. The ricotta appetizer was incredibly and reminded me of a favorite dish in Florence Italy, and the swordfish was perfection. Drinks were delicious, so thank you to the obviously talented bartender, as those were very much needed after our long drive. We will definitely make a point of stopping back then next time we are in town.“

“Excellent food and worth the price. Staff are great also“

“My wife and I finally had a chance to dine at Veneto. We enjoyed a delicious meal with amazing service. Thank you.“

“One of the best pizza places in the area and by far the one with the best deep dish. Consistently solid food every time we order and have never been disappointed in anything we've tried (ever gotten breadsticks from somewhere and been sad they weren't good? you don't have to worry about that here!) Staff is always friendly and always busting their butts to get orders out fast. Just wish we lived closer so I could order more often!

Parking: Parking is just off the street and near the back of the building. heads up that the lighting is pretty bad here.“

“Tonight we tried Mr Dominic's and man were we so happy with our experience. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting. We celebrated a birthday which a 10 person party with two kids. Our waitress Taylor was beyond amazing our food came out quickly and fast. They even had a cute kids basket for the kids to pick out a toy. We will definitely be back. Thank you again Taylor for your amazing service, patience and bubbly personality.“

“Best ravioli in town! My family's been dining there since they opened thank you mark and Andrea for taking me there last Thursday! It was nice to see Lisa too,excellent waitress!“

“ALWAYS A GOOD MEAL AT Nick’s😋“

“The is the best Italian restaurant on the East Side!!“

“We are obsessed and plan to be regulars!! We love the cortona, like a margarita and it’s super thin crust, and the Lucca pepperoni with a little bit thicker but still NY style thin, NO FLOP! The owners and staff are always so kind, they smile while they work so you know they love what they do and that’s a vibe! Tiramisu was so good I love that they put it in a cup, and the cannoli with the chocolate and vanilla coating on the shell was genius because the shell didn’t collapse as fast as a plain cannoli would. 10/10 will be back!!!“

“Beautiful venue very friendly staff“

“great quality and customer service. outstanding bread and great place lunch or dinner.“

“leaving a review so the horrible lady that wants to claim my other review is fake because it was my first and she created lies about myself in her response…… sorry to be petty on your page but i did enjoy the food so i thought i could be petty and get the word out about the food!

i had dinner here last week for the first time and i ordered the greens and beans and the chicken parm, 2 classics. the greens and beans were cooked perfectly with just the right amount of flavor and the chicken was moist and the sauce was delish!
can’t wait to go back and try a few more items!“

“We tried the Thai food this time and it was AWESOME!!! It’s our new favorite Thai restaurant in Rochester! Please give them a try…and if you don’t like Thai food, you have their traditional, tried & true Italian dishes!“

“First time there I had chicken French my wife had butternut squash raviolis special both dishes where amazing , Service was great please don’t change anything your restaurant is doing it GREAT Job

Dietary restrictions: They have all kinds of dishes on the menu please give it a try

Parking: Ample parking“

“Good location, cozy interior, with great food choices, reasonable prices & very nice staff. Highly recommend = 2 thumbs up/5 stars“

“The best pizza I've ever tasted in Rochester and nearby areas. It's worth every penny. You can feel the good quality of the products.Definitely my new favorite pizza spot. Continue with the tremendous service and your good quality products.“

“The food and the friendly service is outstanding !“

“fantastic dinner last night, the ravioli was the best I've ever had. Noah is a fantastic waiter and we certainly adore our Rachel.“

“Great food and service. Always a fun night.“

“They catered our 100 person baby shower and the food was amazing. The price was great and so easy to order. They let me know exactly what we needed and were so kind and helpful. 100% recommend!!!!“

“In 2021, I had to manage our company picnic which included the meat choice. I live now in Greensboro, NY and knew of Calabresella and of Zweigle's hots, but the local 350 employees in this area, never had. This year since the hot's were so well received, that the employees asked in advanced for those again. They will not be disappointed“

“Wonderful food and service. Definitely a favorite!“

“We recently celebrated our anniversary at Pane Vino. They provided us a very quaint seat overlooking the river. They have done a nice job masking the noise level of their beautiful interior that is full of character. We interacted with 4 staff that were all very personable, professional, and efficient. The food was all exceptional and the wine list very nice. We were impressed that the owner checked on us several times, he definitely cares and pays attention to detail. We plan to return here on our next visit to the area.“

“We had a retirement party for.my sister 5/6/22.The service was top notch,the menu was bold and the kitchen put a nice spin on all they presented.THE OWNER STOPPED AND GREETED THE TABLE.WEwere able to bring in our special dessert's and they didn't push us out the door . Bravo from top to bottom.*****“

“This would be 5 star if they just did dessert, dinner made Panera look impressive. I would recommend getting dinner somewhere else and then coming here for dessert or them simplifying the food menu to do more stuff well. Their pistachio gelato sent me to the moon, along with other desserts, but dinner was small and poor.

Kid-friendliness: Nice outdoor courtyard, lots of flavors and options. Simple flatbread pizza, would not recommend but kids enjoyed.“

“Food was great. We enjoyed the very relaxing atmosphere without any televisions blaring in the background“

“Honestly one of the best restaurant experiences my friends and I have had, service drinks and atmosphere were all solid. But the FOOD was unreal. Everything across the table was amazing. Coming back for sure!“

“Fabulous food. I've been eating my way around the menu and delighted with every dish. My only complaint is the older woman bartender who won't give you eye contact. Wait up to 20 min.“

“Food and service were great! Upstairs table area got VERY hot though and we had to ask our server to turn off a heater directly blowing on our table. They need to work on a way to better circulate the air from the ovens that clearly rises and makes upstairs super warm.“

“I personally have never appreciated Olive Garden’s lack of support and assistance the company poorly provides to their servers, but Ashley is an amazing addition to the team and they should be grateful that she is a part of their culture. Otherwise their atmosphere would be terrible. She is a positive light that only brings happiness and joy radiating only positivity throughout the restaurant. She voiced her opinion in an article appropriate manner about a topic that needs to be addressed and is too often neglected, and these businesses.“

“Love this place always great food and friendly people and atmosphere“

“Great food, we tried the cheesy garlic sticks, slices of cup n char, meatball sandwich, chicken parm sandwich, spaghetti with eggplant balls, and of course the homemade cookies. Everything was delicious, prepared fresh, all staff and the owner were extremely friendly. Great new spot! Can’t wait to come back and try the Utica greens and chicken rigggies!“