50 Best Italian Restaurants near Ocean Beach

“Very good New York style thin crust pizza with generous toppings. They accept all major credit cards so it is very convenient. Air conditioned with indoor seating available for about 30 people.

Kid-friendliness: Great for kids“

“These guys are the best! They make you feel like a king when you walk in and treat you like family! God bless 🇺🇸“

“I grew up in a 100 percent Italian family and I have to say Nona’s lasagna was the best I’ve ever had in my life. At 58 years old I have had plenty of lasagna. This is my new go to spot for Italian fare.“

“Amazing food Nicest people Very clean Obsessed with their rigatoni rustica Grilled chicken panini Grilled chicken salad French fries and bbq sauce 😋 Yummmmmmm“

“A must go to you will not be disappointed!!!!“

“Whether you want to order a pizza to take home , or eat in the dining room. Vinnie’s Mulberry is the spot.

Any meal I had there was excellent. The service is impeccable. The atmosphere is family oriented. So it is like having a hug with dinner. I like that appetizers, soup, salad, main meal are brought out in steps. That way you can enjoy the courses. This has been my favorite spot to eat since last summer. Had taken my family members there. Me and one of my good friends go there all the time. My first time there, they made me mocktails that I requested. They were great.

Go there with your family. There is something for everyone. You will have a nice time.“

“The food is incredible (oh the meats!), the service is fantastic (go have a conversation with Frank or anyone from his team), and there are great options for pastas, desserts and other things.“

“Had my bridal shower here and it was a dream! The food is delicious and the staff is wonderful. The catering manager Byron is a pleasure to work with and was so accommodating! Our guests can’t stop talking about how great the event was!“

“The best Olive Garden I've been to thus far. It never fails, it's my third or fourth time visiting this location and the staff can't miss. Excellent service from the second you walk in and the moment you leave. Thank you for all that you guys do!.. keep up the great work 👍“

“Service and staff are excellent. The dinners we had tonight were outstanding! Definitely will be returning for another great night out❤️“

“only complaint was how busy it was and I can totally understand why. everything was amazing steaks and italian food alike. I'm super picky about my food and I was shocked how great everything was. I live an hour away and am already planning my next visit back. my new favorite restaurant. highly recommend“

“We have eaten here for many years and I have also had many business meetings there. I recently called to make reservations for mother’s day as we do every year and was told we could not get a reservation because we had 11 people and it could only be 8. What should I do leave the other 3 people home. I think that is so absurd that I will never eat there again! So people if you want a fine Italian restaurant that doesn’t care how many in your party go to Oster Umbra in Smithtown.“

“Classical Italian Dining, Best Chicken Parm on the Island!“

“Great selection and great food“

“Such a wonderful experience! We had the blackened tuna done perfectly, ordered 5 different pasta dishes all perfection not to mention the lemon cake and creme brulee was perfect!“

“Bella Vie restaurant is such a gem! Wonderful ownership. Mike is amazing and the views are to die for. The food is exquisite. If you haven’t been, it’s a must try on Long Island“

“Takes a tough owner to make a Krispy Pizza!! I could care less if he’s not jolly. The ends justify the means. Nothing beats a hot, fresh, thin and crispy traditional slice of pizza. Beautiful undercarriage! A good snap to the fold!! Delicious sauce, and the right amount of cheese (Not too much) . Sprinkle some red pepper flake, dash of grated cheese, black pepper, granulated garlic, and a pinch of oregano. Add a cold Dr Pepper and I’m off to the races. Can’t eat just one, but order them one at a time and eat them hot and fresh out the oven, hot, thin, and crispy!!“

“Always awesome and delicious!!!“

“Friendly service and delicious food.“

“Mother's Day was such a great day, at ITA. The Hostesses, Waiter and Bar Tender were all so wonderful. Atmosphere was quiet, we actually heard our conversations at our table. Wonderful place to go eat, food was excellent.“

“They have been working with so many families in need. They are helping feed Long Island families while the SNAP program is still not being funded. In addition to a friendly eatery that truly cares about people their food is amazing. So many options to choose from! Stop by and say hello, grab some delicious food and help spread the love. Donate today or share their mission to feed Long Island families in need during this difficult time. No child should ever be hungry.“

“Absolutely Amazing!! The owner himself delivered our food for my daughters birthday and was so generous! Everything was perfect and delicious! Thank you for being part of our occasion and looking forward to trying some more food in the dining area soon!“

“THE BEAT SALAD (added shrimp & avocado) ! Holy HEAVENS! OH MY DAYS! I had to sit in the parking lot to chow down. Absolutely worth the wait. Super delicious. Honestly I forgot to use the salad dressing. That’s how yummy this is. Will be back! Thank you all!! #DELISH“

“Ordered sausage/peppers/
Potatoes with angel hair pasta. It was the best I have had in a long time! Everything was perfect and the sauce was excellent. I live about 15-20 minutes away, but I will travel for food this good. Molto benne! Perfect!!!“

“Amazing pizza and chicken best in town! It tasted all homemade!“

“Great selection at all times, just walk in and pick something OR order ahead and be amazed“

“Hands down the best pizza I’ve had in YEARS!!!! Brooklyn pizza was incredible the garlic bread option for the hero’s UNREAL! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!! Even had an issue with the pizza when it was delivered they came right back with a fresh pie. Top notch customer service. Hard to come by these days. I hope they stick around for a while“

“Great place to go with friends or significant other. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing. The food is fresh and delicious. Great drink selection. The service is very good. If you have not tried Virgola, you need to go!!“

“I never leave 5 star reviews. This place is phenomenal! The food was amazing! Service was great! I don't really like Italian dressing, but their house salad was perfection. We're a family of 6 and there wasn't a single complaint.“

“The food from the pizza place and the market is outstanding and never boring over at the market. You can find different meals and different specials!“

“Food was great as usual. Live the food here. The last time I was here the server was fantastic. Tonight the serve was not attentive. I had to get up twice to get her attention. I really like this place. But this server should not be working there. I am not sure if I will be coming back.“

“My family and I went to them since they first opened.. and when I say there was NOTHING that they made that was anything below amazing, believe me! From their pizza to pasta, to rolls and salads.. even their garlic bread. The hospitality they all provided, especially Benny, was enough to make you remember them forever.. then you add on their food? Forget it. Nothing holds a candle to this place and the family. They are SORELY missed! I have yet to find a salad/vinaigrette, or a marina sauce, from any other place that comes close to this place. I dream of that antipasto!! Thank you for all your years of service to the community. You are so, so missed. I hope your family is enjoying retirement! Love always, Victoria “Bella” (Benny called me that ever since I was a baby!!), Alice, and Raymond ❤️“

“Food is good Cajun slice was nice surprise but have to admit prices are too high for sure, if they were more reasonable besides my self I’m sure many others would like to eat there more often I’m sure.
Been going to this location for pizza it was Anton’s pizza until owner tony sold it but it is what it is“

“I order here every single week. Never a complaint. The gentlemen that work there are always super pleasant and smiling.“

“Yummy Hawaiian pizza style I’ll buy more soon“

“The best food and most wonderful family!“

“Great food, great service and great people.“

“This is one of the best little secrets for Pizza In Suffolk county. There family meal package is of reasonably fair value providing great tasting pasta dishes or similar non past dishes on their menu. Their meatballs are superior in my opinion.“

“From start to finish our experience with Our little Italy was perfect. John was so great to work with for all our catering needs. The food was out of this world. So many comments on how amazing the meatballs were. Love using people from our home town. Thanks for everything!!!“

“Excellent service and slice! Fresh, hot and ready immediately. Clean and plenty of seating.“

“they are the best. Tried about a dozen items and all were terrific. Very accomodating.“

“Love the pizza and wings, and the meatballs are delicious“

“great severice and good food“

“A must go to you will not be disappointed!!!!“

“This pizzeria has great food with many options. The owner Joey is very knowledgeable and runs a great pizzeria. I would highly recommend it.“

“Good service, great food, you can't go wrong!“

“The food and everything is sooo delicious there the one who cooks and the one who's taking the order are sooo nice if you want a good food goo the I really recommend those who work there in front and the cooks are the best, all of them are friendly and the food Delicious with good knowledge. I highly recommend that you go to eat there or order food from there. You will not regret trying one of the best Italian foods there.“

“2 👍🏼 👍🏼!s up. I saw a puppy in there while it’s owner was eating and nobody said anything 🐾🐾❤️.“

“On March 10th 2024, Myself and My Father went to your restaurant and we got two slices of pizza for $10 and meanwhile once we had finished our slices of pizzas and once we got home from your restaurant we started to get serious sick that led to be we got food poison and trust me I would never go to your restaurant ever again after last night“