50 Best Italian Restaurants near Peninsula

“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.“

“Their food is so fresh and delicious. I love this place.“

“What a wonderful restaurant! Food is excellent with prompt service. Very nice atmosphere, clean. Pleasant and courteous staff. I plan to return again soon. Have met several people who have previously dined here and spontaneously positive reviews. *****“

“We usually can't say enough good things about D'Agnese's. Today, 11/22/2025, we arrived at 2:50 PM. We were seated quickly and ordered 2 drinks and a appetizer at 2:55 PM. We watched other customers getting bread and drinks. By 3:21 PM with no further contact we walked out. We hope if/when we return things will be better. We were very disappointed in this experience.“

“We got take out tonight for the first time and it was excellent!!! The Brussel Sprouts were out of this world delicious and the salads were big and delicious! I can’t wait to eat more of this food!“

“Our dinner was fantastic, so delicious. Top notch! Our waitress Amanda is the best! So personable, caring, great at what she does, this is the second time we’ve had her , she remembered us. Next time we come, we want Amanda! Thank you for making our date night perfect“

“The service was amazing, our waiter was so friendly and the food was great. Highly recommend!!“

“This was a disappointing evening for us at vaccaros. While the food was very good the service was not. Party of four with four drinks and two appetizers and two of us shared a meal. We do this when we go out and have done so at vaccaros and this time we were charged a $5 split fee which is just ridiculous when we are clearly spending. We ordered a to go order and did so when we put in our dinner order bc our service said the kitchen was too backed up to wait. The to go order never came. When we asked after we finally got our bill our server said “it's not my fault. Someone else took it “. Clearly she had not put the order in. We sat for over 30 minutes after paying our bill waiting on our to go meal. Totally unacceptable. No apology. She would have at least offered us a drink while we sat and waited. The food here generally takes a really long time and tonight was no exception.“

“Found them by accident on EZCater for our Saturday lunch at work. Boy did I find a gem! I am embarrassed to admit I had never heard of them.

The food was AWESOME!!! I was worried I was sacrificing quality for the 'per person $' that is tough to hit each week. They nailed both!!

Well done Danny Boys!! We do lunch for the employees every Saturday, you are now in the rotation!!“

“I have had the pleasure of ordering from here since they have opened. The specials lately have been phenomenal love the change up! I ordered the Firebird Sandwich and The Pickled Pig Pizza, amazing I hope they keep both. Also always order the focaccia bread, you won’t be disappointed.“

“D'Agnese's provides a warm and somewhat quiet atmosphere with very good Italian food, offering a variety of pasta, chicken, veal, steak, and seafood dishes. Our service was outstanding, attentive and prompt with all of our needs. It was quite cold being seated next to the window and our table was too small for our party of six. Other than this, it was a great evening, and we all seemed to enjoy the variety of dishes we had... delicious artichoke and brussels sprout appetizers, veal and chicken piccata special, filet, chicken Alfredo with broccoli, and a delicious and plentiful side Caesar salad.“

“We had a party of 12. This was a family get together. We had two servers, shame on me can’t remember their names, they were attentive and we wanted for nothing. The food was phenomenal and service was the same! This place is beautiful and cozy! I highly recommend ❤️“

“I always come to this Piada and it is always good. This time around I ordered cannoli chips but did not receive them in my online order. I called and the situation was rectified immediately. The staff and manager were SO nice and apologetic about the mishap. The rest of our order was PERFECT. We will definitely be back :)“

“My first visit to this Italian restaurant today - I ordered carry out …my chicken parm was sooo delicious my compliments to the chef…I will tell all my friends and relatives about this amazing restaurant! I will definitely be back!“

“Cute well-established restaurant! They are very courteous and friendly. Katie was my bartender and she was super helpful in recommending vegetarian dishes on the menu—amazing service! Nice group of regular folks that made me feel welcome and invited.“

“Visiting from Maryland, and read good reviews about Danspot. Glad we came. Dinner was fantastic. I had the Shrimp Piccatta, and my wife had Pipette pesto pasta with chicken. Both were outstanding. And our server Jake, was wonderful. Friendly and attentive. If you're in the area of the MGM Northfield, be sure to stop at Danspot. You will be glad you did.“

“This location delivered exactly what you hope for when you walk into an Olive Garden—comfort food done right, great atmosphere, and solid service. From the moment we sat down, everything felt relaxed and welcoming. The dining room had that warm, cozy Italian restaurant vibe without feeling crowded or chaotic.

The food absolutely hit the mark. The pasta dishes were rich, cheesy, and hot all the way through—exactly how it should be. The sauce was flavorful without being overpowering, and the portion size was generous enough that I definitely wasn’t leaving hungry. And of course, the breadsticks were fresh, warm, and addictive as always. Let’s be honest—those alone could justify the visit.

Service was prompt and attentive without being overbearing. Drinks stayed full, food came out quickly, and everything was brought out exactly as ordered. You could tell the staff cared about keeping things moving smoothly, even during a busy dinner rush.

Overall, this was one of those dinners where everything just worked—good food, good service, and a comfortable atmosphere that makes you want to stay a while. If you’re looking for a dependable spot for a sit-down meal where everyone can find something they like, this Olive Garden absolutely delivers. We'll definitely be back.“

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

“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!“

“Concerto is our favorite place to eat in the MGM Casino. The food is served hot and it is very delicious. A very good alternative to the other restaurants in the casino. All of their food is good and the serving sizes are just enough to fill our appetites.“

“I have been coming here on and off for years. I have tried many, many dishes, and literally every single one of them is outstanding. I started off coming in here just for pasta, and I was never disappointed. Lately, however, I have been branching out to sandwiches, salads, fried chicken, and tonight, I tried the fried catfish. Every single time I’m here, I am blown away with the quality of the food. I am always greeted with a smile and a warm and friendly hello. They have a nice big room, perfect for parties, and regulars at the bar who always make you feel like family. I love, love, love this place!“

“I just celebrated my birthday here on Saturday in the Oakwood private room and want to thank you and you're amazing staff for doing such a great job with my birthday dinner. Everything was absolutely perfect. Hannah and Izzy did a phenomenal job. The food was great everything was hot we received everything quickly. Hannah and Izzy handled my large amount of guests so well. My guests even talked about how good of job they did and the reviews they will leave on Google. The space was perfect! I'm sooo thankful I was able to book my 32nd Birthday dinner with y'all. I'll definitely pass the word around about y'all excellent service! God bless each of y'all!!!🙏🏾🤗🎊🎉 Blessings, Brittany Young“

“Great meals and service! Thank you“

“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.“

“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 husband would go there for his lunch breaks when he would work that way. He would ALWAYS bring me home Baklava (which is always perfect and not from a freezer!!!). Now we drive 40 minutes just to get it!! The family who has ran this pizza shop for years, are so kind, especially the father and son!!! Our go tos are the cheese stromboli and a large pizza extra done!!! Big Star- Five Star ⭐“

“What an outstanding place to have an event! The General Mgr Dwayne and his team deliver exceptional Customer Service!! They went above and beyond to accommodate our party of 30 plus with short notice. From the servers, cooks, bartender, manager they were very tentative and friendly. The food was very, very good and our guests were very impressed!! I would highly recommend having your next event here or go out for a nice lunch and or dinner. We will return. Not only for the food but quality friendly service. Thank You for a wonderful evening!😊“

“Best pizza in town and delicious authentic Italian baked goods! Highly recommend this place!“

“Always great pizza, love the sausage sandwiches too“

“My kids took us to dinner here last night for my birthday. What a great restaurant! There were 11 of us! Our server, Gina, was so friendly, efficient, and helpful! The food was excellent too!“

“great food. Janice is the greatest waitress. she friendly and efficient.“

“Our server, Maria, went above and beyond, accommodating every request with a smile. She ensured we had everything we needed and made the evening special. This was more than just a meal—it was an experience! Maria remembered my allergy details and ensured I had a safe and delicious dining experience.“

“Our bowling group of 9 ate here for our holiday lunch. The food and service were excellent! I had requested a table in a quiet location. They accommodated with an excellent spot for our party! Our thanks to everyone who made our day so special! Thanks to Justin!!!“

“This is a great, local, family owned restaurant. By far, they make the best meatballs I've found anywhere. The pizza is great too with fresh toppings and a wonderful style of sausage. We like to dine in - the dining room is nostalgic- it has atmosphere.“

“Every pizza place has their bad and good days, usually depending on who makes the pizza. Usually really good here. But, I recently ordered a cheese steak because I was the only one that didn't want pizza. What a let down. Dry beef, wondering where the rest was and a floury taste. Bread was really good thankfully. But very little meat. If I could add the picture i would.“

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“Thanks to my husband discovering this gem of a pizza joint I can’t help but want their delicious food about once a week. I love their BBQ chicken pizza and garlic Parmesan wings, but everything else we’ve tried has been just as delicious! Double edged sword bc I found the best place around, but I’m wanting to eat it all the time. Must try!!“

“2nd time I've ordered and received raw fried chicken. Absolutely terrible. Looking forward to the food poisoning I just received. Never again. Overpriced and Undercooked.“

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

“I went into going here with a bit of bias and an family discount due to my cousin however the pizza was amazingly tasty, the service was great I was able to make a custom pizza and basically made a delicious chicken pesto pizza with the chef even coming out and asking me if he got it right. ONE THING I will say is it is pricey and I did get a discount as I said but price is worth it for the food. Overall whenever I visit I will be coming back here and dining in maybe take out as well!“

“Decided to try it after seeing reviews about their gluten free pizzas and how good they were. I will say that I am glad I did!! I can honestly say, their gluten free Detroit style pizza is the best gluten free pizza/dough that I’ve ever had!! I went to the Twinsburg location and the two guys making my pizzas, Isaiah and John, were very friendly and helpful! Their pizzas are a bit on the pricey side, especially for the sizes, but I will still definitely come back just for their gluten free pizzas! Thank you for making a gluten free dough that tastes so good and almost exactly like regular pizza dough!! Also, I should add, I got their vegan cheese as well and it tasted really good too!“

“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.“

“The people at Teresa's Pizza do a great job especially the one guy that seems like he almost lives there his name is Kevin what what a great guy and he will cook you up anything that you want they do not have a problem altering Foods baking it a little bit longer in the oven going lighter on sauces the great location“

“They provided us lunch today at Valley College. Very good pasta, pizza and salad! I will definitely order from here soon. Thank you!“

“We loved it! they've had a couple NEW owners in the past couple years. THESE NEW OWNERS ARE GREAT, PERSONABLE, EFFICENT AND THE FOOD IS GREAT. THEY HAVE A NICE LIQUOR SELECTION AS WELL“

“we ordered pizza, jos, wings & onion rings. and let me just say that it was worth the wait! the food was amazing. best garlic parm wings I've had in a long time.“

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

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

“love the pizza and the service. I don't know her name, but the young lady that usually brings our pizza, I just want to say thank you. you always do a great job. so please stay safe.“

“I ordered a chicken dinner. The chicken was extremely succulent and well prepared. The hot sauce and cole slaw were superb and the dinner roll was out of this world. I can’t think of anything that could be improved upon! Keep up the great work. A++++“