34 Best Italian Restaurants near Walden

“I am a retired law enforcement, I have eaten all over the state, for an Italian pizza place, Franko’s is one of the best Italian food pizza/ restaurant I have eaten in.. great pie to, and they load up the wedges.. respectively RG“

“Whoever said the garlic knots were overcooked and burnt lied so hard. These are absolutely perfect, and whoever said the people that run the place aren’t Italian, NEWS FLASH not all pizza places are run by italians. Relax Karens, thanks for great garlic knots. (i’m fully italian trust)“

“Melissa and Antonio are the best, a long with their kids. I grew up with them. They are all hands on deck. Food is immaculate. Every time you go you find a new favorite on the menu. The flavors and spices that mix together are truly amazing, it’s a family tradition to have birthdays or any type of celebration at Antonio’s in my family. Highly recommend“

“The food is delicious. Staff is courteous & attentive. Great portion sizes“

“celebrated with close friends yesterday, 💛 💓 💗 💖 never disappointed with the food quality, presentation, quantity or flavor. not to mention service, ambiance and staff.“

“Lombardi’s of Middle Island is a true gem for lovers of classic Italian cuisine. From the moment you walk in, the warm ambiance and attentive staff make you feel like family. The setting is cozy yet upscale, perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions.
I ordered the Chicken Parmesan, and it was absolutely phenomenal. The chicken was perfectly breaded—crispy on the outside, juicy and tender inside. It was generously smothered in a rich, tangy marinara sauce and topped with a blanket of melted mozzarella that added just the right amount of creaminess. The portion size was hearty and satisfying, served alongside a bed of al dente pasta that soaked up the sauce beautifully.
What really stood out was the balance of flavors. The tomato sauce tasted fresh and homemade, with a hint of garlic and basil that elevated the dish. It’s clear Lombardi’s takes pride in using quality ingredients and traditional recipes.
Service was prompt and friendly, and the staff made great recommendations. The garlic bread starter was also a hit—crispy, buttery, and loaded with flavor.
Parking was easy, and the overall experience was smooth from start to finish. Whether you're a local or just passing through Long Island, Lombardi’s is a must-visit. Their Chicken Parmesan alone is worth the trip.
Highly recommend for anyone craving authentic Italian comfort food done right.“

“the staff here are great. they make you feel so welcome the food is the best“

“My food was alright i cant complain too much, I got the chicken franchese and they were decent not the best but I enjoyed them very much. a couple family members didn't enjoy their meals but they still enjoyed the atmosphere and the drinks. cool little place for a local Italian restaurant that's not in the major NY area with the best Italian food.“

“their food is consistently amazing! our favorites are the chicken fettucine alfredo, the Deighters Delight and sausage hero. the staff is always so welcoming. happy to have this restaurant 15 min away for the nights we dont have time to make dinner. A MUST TRY!“

“This fantastic restaurant has a funky vibe and great food. You can come here with your whole family or just sit at the lively bar. Great appetizers. My chicken Milanese was outstanding and the pistachio ricotta cake was delicious. The drinks are also great and the service top notch. I wish I lived closer but I'm sure I'll be back soon!“

“Great good and friendly staff“

“We had my son’s 5th birthday here today and they could not have been better to us! They opened early so we had the dining room to ourselves. The pizza was fabulous, the staff was extremely helpful. Thank you guys!!!“

“I Ordered a few catered sandwiches for a local business 2 days before Christmas as a gift from Cascarino’s. Anthony took care of payment, delivery, cutlery etc for me and delivered to the local business as promised. Food was amazing!“

“Went to 88 last night with 18 people we had reservations for 8:30 pm , the accommodations , service, and and food were phenomenal . I highly recommend this restaurant. I cannot wait for my return trip to try that tomahawk steak. Eric L“

“Awesome food pizza and bar !!!“

“Thank you to F&J Pizzeria for the excellent catered food for our employee luncheon! Frank went above and beyond to make it excellent!“

“We’ve been going here for years. The food is great, the people friendly. There has been a learning curve with reopening, as a lot of the staff are new but it’s still one of the best places around.“

“Just had another small party with food from Littlepops. Everything was wonderful as always!“

“Food is excellent! Especially the creamy turkey soup! Carmen at the counter is very friendly. I look forward to the daily specials.“

“Delicious food! Great service.“

“I’ve been going to Mike’s for many years now and they never disappoint!! From their breakfast sandwiches, to their pizza, to their Italian combos, you can’t go wrong ordering something from here. I get a sausage, egg and cheese for lunch quite often and my tastebuds thank me everyday. The owners and employees are super nice and always greet me by name when I walk in; they’re very personable. If you’re looking for something yummy to eat, definitely try Mike’s Deli!!

Parking: Right next to the building, plenty of parking room

Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp right out front!!“

“Delicious food and great deals!“

“A HUGE THANK YOU to Siena’s Pizzeria & Restaurant!!!! I ordered various full pan and half pan dishes along with a 3’ sub for my son’s 30th birthday party 9/22/24. Everything was absolutely delicious and guests raved about the food! Great & friendly staff! 10/10!!!“

“After calling several pizza places yesterday (that said that they were not delivering and one which was very rude )we called Pizza Heaven they were very nice and professional on the phone and got our order to us real fast !the food was awesome! Being a very busy business we don’t have time for the nonsense if you deliver then deliver !don’t tell us one day you deliver and one day you don’t (this is our experience with the OTHER pizza places NOT Pizza Heaven! )We had a great lunch because of them “thank you”!!!!!we will order again for sure!“

“Well Worth the drive for us !! Food is fantastic. From the complementary garlic knots, as well as perfectly cooked pizza, —so much flavor —pasta, eggplant, shrimp. Even took out dessert. Already looking forward to going back !!!.“

“Excellent marina We loved both the itilian hero and the eggplant pizza“

“We had never heard of Paesanos until we moved to Modena. We were happy to find out that the pizza is great, garlic knots are the best, extra crispy wings are amazing and the subs are delicious. Also prices are very reasonable. Only complaint is that they only deliver for cash.“

“Fresh and delicious food! 🍕🥗“

“from the I r dinners to pizza ALWAYS VERY GOOD FOOD!!!!! PORTIOB SIZE,SERVICE & FOOD VERY GOOD!!!“

“We love Maganini winery, the food is amazing, we love the wine, the staff is fantastic, and so are the owners. We go to Maganini whenever we are in the area, sometimes that’s every weekend. The live music is great, and we love the fact that they host different events. You have to try one of there 6 course meals.“

“We ordered trays of wraps and salads yesterday for my daughter in laws baby shower. Every wrap was delicious, fresh and beautifully laid out on trays. The macaroni and potato salad were just like homemade! It was all perfect for the occasion! Will definitely use them for every party!!“

“I order every weekend and the food is fantastic, from the sandwiches to the pizza , Great Service and Great Atmosphere, Try the Lucy’s Pizza 👍🏻“

“Good food but be careful using your debit card here. It took them 2 weeks to process their transactions for the charge to finally hit my bank. No joke!!! It took 2 WEEKS for the charge to hit my bank account!!!“

“Best italian food around !😁❣️“