35 Best Italian Restaurants near Norwood

“Norwood Piada is one of the best locations in Cincinnati!“

“We went to Buca today and our food came out so quickly after ordering and was delicious! Our waiter, Griffin, was wonderful and answered all the questions we had with delight. 10/10 would recommend.“

“This restaurant is an absolute gem, skillfully blending the flavors of Argentinian and Italian cuisine to create a culinary experience like no other. The attention to detail is evident in every dish, making each plate a delicate, artful experience with a beautiful balance of flavors. The staff is both knowledgeable and attentive, offering thoughtful insights and recommendations that truly enhance the dining journey. So far, I've sampled four dishes, and each one has been exceptional—so much so that I’m still undecided about which one I’d call my favorite!
The only note to keep in mind is the space itself; it's cozy but can get a bit loud during peak hours. However, the vibrant atmosphere and incredible food make it well worth the visit!“

“Great atmosphere. Very low-key. Loved the service. Great people. The restroom was amazing. The feature to see the past to be made was awesome. Food tasted great. Pricing was well worth the quality and time. Say at the bar even the desert was amazing!“

“Nice atmosphere and service. Homemade pasta!“

“EDIT: Still wonderful, so I brought some pictures this time. The Johnny Trio is my favorite, and the filet mignon upgrade was beautiful.

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Got a Johnny Trio with marsala on everything for date night, no regrets! It was one of the best takeout steaks I have had lately.

It was so good that there was no time to take pictures! The filet upgrade never misses. I think Carrabba's is my favorite restaurant. ❤️“

“We had the WF Sopressata Hot Honey Pizza and Caeser Salad! It was all amazing! The red sangria was fantastic!“

“It was our first time eating in Via Vite, and the food was delicious, it was my first time finishing the whole plate? I would strongly recommend Via Vite, the atmosphere and the service was amazing. I will be coming back to try the rest of the dishes!“

“Mama’s on Main has some of the best food we have enjoyed while visiting the area. It’s a must!!!“

“Visited Rosie’s Italian Kitchen. Cannot believe it took us so long to check it out. Our server Austin gave very good suggestions and everything was outstanding ! We had the Arancini and Fried Lasagna bites to start and then the Honey Pie! Perfect blend of sweet heat . We also split the Cannoli Cookie with a scoop of vanilla gelato . Forgot to get a photo as we dug right in. We also met the Manager Alex and Kitchen Manager Victor who were so welcoming and made us feel like family . Already planning when we can go back !“

“It was our first time there and they had amazing food, great staff!!! We will definitely come back Again and would highly recommend them!!!“

“amazing food, service, and atmosphere! Billy, Mitch, and the entire staff provided an outstanding experience! A "can't miss" opportunity. We'll be back!“

“Outstanding pasta and pizza and the bakery breads are even better. It’s the best bread I’ve ever had anywhere? Game changer bread! You gotta try it…“

“Food is so good! Tried the new avocado chop salad today and it's my new fave!“

“As an Italian, I’m really happy and proud that Italian cuisine is well represented by Nicola’s. I went there with my lady to celebrate Saint Valentines in advance, and we were so happy to spend our time there. The place is wonderful, the service is perfect and the food… the food is astronomical! Personally I do love the Malfatti “A true love for Rome”. As being born and raised in Rome I do really appreciate that love for my city. Definitely a 10/10, and best place to experience Italian cuisine. P.S. Italiani, se siete di passaggio a Cincinnati fate un salto da Nicola, non ve ne pentirete“

“We went here because was close to the hospital. Used to go to olive garden. Never again. Carrabbas is top notch from top down!“

“Ashley helped us with a gift card fiasco(Something called Feeding America). It was Mother's Day and very crowded. She spent time with us even though she was needed elsewhere. SO IMPRESSED! We definitely will be back. BTW food was excellent!“

“Amazing experience at Wildweed and what an addition to the Cincinnati restaurant scene. We did the chef's table with wine pairing and they knocked it out of the park. From the service, every single person acknowledged and welcomed us to the food (so creative, delicious and locally inspired), to all the small touches of high end glassware for wines, beautiful furniture. I don't know how every single person is not raving about this spot. Can't wait to go back, as it's been the best meal in the city. With fine dining spots in the city lost like Table, Nuvo, L, this one I hope stands the test of time for a new modern type of fine dining.“

“Bagio's is a classic long time gaslight Clifton Italian restaurant located in the Ludlow business district straight across from the Clifton market. The owner/chef works there everyday. You may be able to park on the street, but it's easy to park in the merchants lot located on Howell avenue behind Clifton market and then cut up between the buildings. They are open for lunch and dinner. The chef Cooks the meals on open burners in front of the restaurant and it's fun to sit and watch him cook. He has classic pasta dishes and some really delicious tomato basil soup and wedding soup. He is very accommodating if you would like to order something special. My wife had all vegetables with no pasta and some grilled fish on the side. She loved it. Last night, I had the special which was beef tenderloin with pasta on the side. It went down great with a glass of their house red wine. The desserts are absolutely incredible. I love the chocolate eclair Puffs. Last night I had the banana cream pie which was outstanding. This is a great little romantic Italian restaurant with a European flair located in the heart of Clifton. You can go there with your honey or take the family or group of friends. It's moderately priced and a great little authentic Italian restaurant.“

“The entrance delivers luxury and elegance. Hostess was very inviting and friendly! A live performance was also showcased at the front of the restaurant. A pianist played beautifully throughout the evening.

Heads up to first time guests- parking is ONLY valet or you need to find parking out on street with a meter.

We went to celebrate our anniversary and they made us feel so special. We were brought two glasses of champagne (which was delicious!) by our server as she greeted us.

Our server was wonderful! She had great recommendations and was so kind. Also very prompt and on top of everything!

There was a lady I’m unsure of her status. But she helped clean up a table (possibly supervisor? ) and she was speaking down to a young bus boy. To me it appeared to be a language barrier and that made my husband and I uncomfortable to see.

Let’s get to the food!
We started with Brussel Sprouts which were delicious! Highly recommend trying. The soft Gorgonzola dulce was such a nice compliment to the saltiness of the pancetta and perfectly seasoned Brussel sprouts.

For dinner entree my husband had the butternut squash risotto and I had NY strip that was paired with Potatoes.

Hands down the risotto is one of the best dishes I have had. Compliments to the chef on putting together such a fantastic dish. Sweetness paired with a subtle hints of pesto. This is one of those dishes you’re going to crave and will have to go back specifically for.

The Ny strip wasn’t special by any means. $57 I was expecting to be wowed. Overcooked, charred and lacked flavor that I was hoping for. The risotto coming in around $20 was the winner of the night. My husband and I both ate from it and it was enough.

We really enjoyed our evening! Again, the atmosphere was wonderful. So elegant and inviting. The service was fantastic. Our server was just amazing. We felt so welcomed and highly recommend the Brussels the risotto.“

“Stopped by to enjoy the patio with our dog at lunch time on a Saturday. The food was fabulous- nothing fussy, simple great Italian dishes with a reasonable price. We had the fig and prosciutto pizza, gnocchi with crema parmigiana, and the sweat pea tortellini. Everything was perfect.
We also enjoyed that their patio is pet friendly.“

“I have no idea why it took me so long to give Forno Osteria & Bar a try. I guess I don't get down to East Hyde Park very often, even though it's only barely over a mile from home. It will definitely not be long before a return visit. Be sure to book an online reservation before going. We did and were treated to an outdoor table of our choice.

To start my wife and I split the arugula salad with golden raisins, capers, shaved cauliflower, pistachios, citronette dressing, and parmigiano reggiano ($13). The serving was very generous and the salad was full of flavor. I loved the crunch of the pistachios and cauliflower.

I ordered the basil and ricotta tortelloni served with pomodoro sauce, parigiano reggiano, and basil oil ($25). The freshly made pasta is stuffed full and cooked perfectly. The sauce was rich to complement the subtle flavor of ricotta.

My wife ordered the asparagus gnudi "Cacio e Pepe" ($21). Gnudi is similar to gnocchi, but the dumplings are made of ricotta cheese and semolina instead of potato flour. These were very light and served in a Vermont butter sauce with asparagus. It was a very flavorful dish, despite the simple presentation. I think I enjoyed the tortelloni better, but both are worthy of ordering again on a future visit.“

“Great food, great atmosphere loved our dinner there“

“This place is AMAZING!! I went there for a birthday dinner with family and friends and the food and service was fantastic. All my needs were met and I felt so welcome! Hospitality and costumer service 100/10. Will be coming back for more!!!!“

“Got the Meat Supreme, Family-Sized 14X18 pie for take-out.
it was around 8:10 when I ordered & they close @ 9.

They delivered it a bit EARLY, & the pizza was GREAT, but they might have rushed it in the oven, on a "Scicilian" rectangle tray & the dough wasn't cooked thru, so when you held a slice it just dripped & fell apart, all over you.
LOL
It was a quick fix, by adding a little more time in my toaster oven.

I USED to make pizza back in N.Y. & those with LOTS of toppings,
sometimes you need to remove the pie FROM the tray & give it a few more minutes "bare-back" on the oven surface.

NEXT time I'll ask them to go Med-Well & finish it that way.

For $26 + $5 delivery =$5 tip (= $36 total ), it fed my son & I 2x meals each, + 2 MORE dinners for me solo.“

“Gabbys and their owners recently held a dinner benefit for one of their former employees and chef with 30+ years experience. The hospitality by the team, the welcome we received and the support from their employees was excellent. In a world where community means alot, consider supporting small businesses who support others. I'll definitely make the drive to visit here during normal operation.“

“The service and the atmosphere were so bad I took the manager's card with me and sent them a huge email explaining the situation as well as sending them pictures. And I never heard back from them so it is the last time that I will go to that Olive garden“

“great food. my grandson loved it“

“Absolutely recommend this place to everyone! The food is delicious, the service is impeccable, the ambiance is wonderful. I brought my in-law's here who live out of town and they were blown away. It was immediately put on their list of places to come back to when they come back to visit Cincy.“

“This is by far my favorite restaurant! The food is always amazing and I’ve never met a rude waiter/ waitress there! Today our waitress was Becca. She was very polite and friendly! The atmosphere the restaurant provides is so welcoming. Big thank you to Candice and the rest of the Bravo staff members for their amazing hospitality and kindness!“

“I only have 3 words.... Couldn't be more pleased!

This place is THE best Italian joint in Cincinnati!. If you're in Cincinnati and don't come to this restaurant you're a fool.

The cheese cake is worth every cent!“

“We recently attended a private "pop up" dinner here. The home made pasta dishes were absolutely delicious and the best pasta that I have experienced outside of Italy. All meal courses were wonderful and unique. The chef has a true gift. The service was friendly and efficient. We will definitely return!“

“We went for my birthday to check out the place. Good food and top notch service.“

“I have been here several times and it has always been a great experience.This place never disappoints.Wonderful food,top notch service and a great relaxing atmosphere.Amazing view of the city.“

“Amazing!!! Great food and great service“