35 Best Italian Restaurants near Kent

“I've known Mandy for years, and a friend I went there tonight and everything was what I knew she would bring her heart and soul into. I love a small menu. We had had the artichokes. Amazing 👏. Then the veal entree 🌟🌟. You know quality when you taste it. I will be a forever customer.“

“We had a party of 9 tonight and everything was wonderful. Forget about the reviews online and try it for yourself. I too was hesitant after reading some of them but decided to try it anyways. I'm glad we did!! We're always looking for a new Italian place close to Stow. Reservations were easily made online and easy to find, set in a quiet Kent neighborhood.
The place is beautifully decorated and comfortable. Our server Nadim was wonderful and answered any questions we had & was very pleasant and knowledgeable. Luckily for us, Chicken Parm was the feature and 5 of us ordered it.... all 5 Star rating! We also ordered Mushroom Risotto, Alfredo & Spaghetti and Meatballs. All great dishes.
The Calamari and the Sausage and Peppers were a great start to our meal. After salads, they served sorbet as palate cleansers, which I haven't had in years. So fun! Portions are great and definitely worth the money. We'll definitely be back!“

“Best pizza west of Philadelphia“

“Great place to grab a slice and a coke for lunch. Only 5$. The take out chicken Parm was amazing. Haven't been for dinner but it looks cozy. Doesn't seem like it's fancy. Just good home cooked Itralian food. Oh and the service is great. Warm and welcoming not hurried. One day I will be down for dinner.“

“We ordered dinner to go there was a issue with one of our meals and called in spoke with Anthony he ask us to please allow them a chance to fix it we ordered a few weeks ago later he personally took our order and then comped our entire meal that’s Amazing Customer Service definitely appreciate this and recommend anyone to give them a try good food too!“

“Don't sleep on Danny Boys. Their pizza is amazing. The crust has a good chew, sauce is flavorful and a perfect amount of toppings. Their meatballs are tender and not spongy. The honeybee pizza is worth the trip alone. I always get carry out and everything is hot and fresh.“

“The greatest deli and assortment of food in Akron!“

“New higher end Italian! Staff is awesome!!! Food was fabulous! A little loud but that’s ok!!!!“

“I've been back in Akron for over a year and finally found some Italian food with seasoning. I just finished a lovely Calzone that was excellent. I could see all the extra items that I added and the food was fresh. When I ask for extras, I want to see and taste them. Thank you to San Marino for making that happen. It was delicious.“

“First time in tonight, but won't be the last! My shrimp and grits followed by the Chocolate Decadence were to die for - worth every calorie! Impeccable service courtesy of Joan. Highly recommend.“

“From start to finish - cocktails to desserts - everything was excellent. Our first visit. Everyone in our party was pleased with the restaurant selection. Divine did not disappoint. We'll definitely be back.“

“Thank you for the delicious pizzas for our flight instructor meeting yesterday! Perfect amount of sauce and cheese - so tasty! Everyone enjoyed them!😀“

“I'm so happy i heard about this place and decided to give it a try. The person that helped me at the register/answered the phones was so incredibly kind, and the food was amazing. We loved the pizza and their jo-jo's are as good as they claim to be. 10/10 experience. We will definitely be back!“

“My waitress Alexis was the best! I ordered the Salmon entree and it was so delicious! The bread and oil were the best I’ve ever tasted! This was my first visit and I’ll go back!“

“Always great pizza, love the sausage sandwiches too“

“The best place in NE Ohio!“

“Great meals and service! Thank you“

“We learned this evening that Parasson’s has pulled from their menu the Italian Wedding Soup and Chicken Alfredo. The owner stated his father didn’t have Alfredo on the menu and he isn’t either. As far as the wedding soup, the explanation given was simply, the kitchen runs out of soup at the most inconvenient times. However, our waitress said if enough request to bring the soup back, it will be brought back. BRING BACK THE WEDDING SOUP!!“

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Absolutely loved this place! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming, laid-back, and full of good energy. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel taken care of without being overbearing.
The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care—every bite hit. Drinks were perfectly made and came out fast, which is always a win. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual night out, good conversation, or just great vibes, this spot delivers.
Clean, well-run, and full of character. You can tell they take pride in what they do. Definitely a go-to spot and 100% worth coming back to. Highly recommend! The owner is really a great guy and very respectful.“

“This was an amazing gem we stumbled on with the family. The service was great, food was amazing, and the Christmas decorations were mesmerizing!! Kudos to the owners and staff. This place is our new favorite place!“

“great pizza friendly atmosphere!“

“Wow! Food was delicious! Pizza was cooked perfectly with crispy pepperoni and no greasy crust. Chicken was awesome, as usual!“

“Great staff and a fine atmosphere (I did not take advantage of the speakeasy next door this time!). The food was pretty good, especially the salad, although my pizza was a bit too greasy (I ordered pepperoni, so that's partly on me). Prices are reasonable and the time to wait was slight. Nice restaurant in a good area.“

“Great atmosphere and decor! Delicious cocktails. Amazing bourbon selections. And the pizza made to perfection can stand alone! You won’t be disappointed!“

“Super staff had the porkchop dinner with garlic potatoes with the spinach it was flavorful and great portion had 2 meals out of it. lots of tvs for sports fans .“

“I think I found the best Pizza shop around. Great ingredients and full after a few pieces. Plenty for leftovers. Got the Detroit style. I recommend this place over others.“

“Hello my name is John. I like to get a triple black olive and triple green olive pizza. It is so good. I eat every slice and then come back and eat every slice again. Thank you chef Joey for my wonderful pizza. I will eat every slice again. Thank you. Good night.“

“We absolutely love our Twisted Tomato in Stow! We order from them every Friday. Fresh, hot pizza, wings, and JoJo’s! The prices are great for the amount you get!“

“Best wings I’ve ever had in my 43 years of traveling the United States. Try the medium with a side of garlic sauce. 🤤😋“

“Went here for Sat night dinner. meal was awesome. The food was great. we splurged and got the valentines day dessert special of a raspberry cheesecake. it was SO GOOD. Cute restaurant with great food! Definitely go here!“

“We love @Zeppes bistro & Bar. Great service, delicious food! Have been customers for decades“

“Wonderful lunch! I’ve been serving for 10+ years & (Jeffery) *BY FAR* is the best server I’ve ever got to experience!!! Thanks for having a great attitude at work, and being kind, it goes a long way! We need more people like you! Thank you and God Speed ! +“

“Ordered no contact delivery because I was sick. Everything was delicious and requests were followed. Thank you“

“I had the calamari appetizer with a Bianca and verde pizza. The pizza was crushed garlic, arugula, Evo, cheese. Definitely enjoyed the flavors.“

“I was there today for a luncheon with my widows group. I ordered the 4 pc mixed chicken with jojo’s and salad bar. Everything was good and our server, Christine, was awesome. I ordered spaghetti with meat sauce to go for my home bound husband. I was disappointed that it did not come with bread nor salad. I didn’t have much time to check the prices but was a little shocked when my total bill was $31.70. Since you do not offer an item receipt, I have no way of checking the individual pricing. I will definitely check the menu more closely next time.“