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.“

“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.“

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

“We used Dontino’s to cater our daughter’s Air Force commissioning and college graduation party this weekend, and wow. House full of tough critics, all 100% Italian, people were raving about the food all night long.

The wedding soup was outstanding. The chicken parmesan is always on point. And the cannolis? I honestly have never seen 50 cannolis disappear so fast in my life.

Our menu included pasta, meatballs, Chicken parm, wedding soup, a beautiful salad with a generous amount of bottled dressing, grated cheese, bread, butter, and cannolis, all with an assortment of serving utensils.

I cannot neglect to mention that gluten-free options are available, which is not always the case. GF penne pasta and grilled chicken were available to accommodate our guests with food restrictions.

The team at Dontino’s packaged everything perfectly, helped load up our car, and the entire experience was first class from beginning to end. You can tell they really care about what they do.

Anthony, thank you for including a special gift for our graduate🍾 Such a nice touch.

Highly recommend“

“Such a great place! Food was great and so was the staff! We will definitely go back and recommend.“

“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!“

“First time eating here! Nice place… we sat at bar… got the special flat iron steaks and potatoes! Bar tenders were great! Potatoes were over seasoned and the bartender got us another side! Great steaks… service and not expensive! Will be back! Eat here if you have a chance!“

“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.“

“First time here, from Columbus. The food was excellent! Sauce, pastas, salads were all fresh, scratch made and made to order.Absolutely delicious, from the stuffed spicy banana peppers, insulate salad, lasagna bolonese and the meatballs, mama mia!!! Wish you were in Columbus!! Desert! The dark chocolate love cake with toasted coconut and the Gelato were out of this world!! I now know how Gelato should taste and feel as you let it melt in your mouth!!! An absolute treat!!“

“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 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.“

“Although we arrived 15 minutes prior to our scheduled reservation my party was seated immediately. Water was poured, menus delivered. After 20 minutes I had to go up to the host stand and ask if we had a server. 2 other servers, 1 being immediately next to our table did nothing to acknowledge our presence. The other server who was very busy with a table of 6 and another of 4 was bringing beverages, appetizers and salads. After I brought this to host attention he acted very surprised and didn't apologize, he commented that he brought us water. The poor busy server ended up taking care of our table. She was pleasant and drinks were brought out by the bar tender pretty fast. It just put a damper on my evening as we were with friends visiting from California. I had been boasting about the place for for days...“

“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 :)“

“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 ❤️“

“Our first time there, we loved it! Lenore was great, told us everything we needed to know about the restaurant. We got the fish specials, more than enough food! Very cool old Italian style restaurant, takes me back to the Little Joe’s Pub atmosphere (in Bath) where I went growing up. We drove by & took a change, and so glad we did. We’ll be back!!! Did I mention Lenore was great!!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“I think this is the best pizza in the Fairlawn/Copley area, especially if you like NY style. Only minor gripe is I wish they had online ordering, but calling in a takeout order is also pretty easy. Brighten Brewing next door is also a great place to stop in if you've never been.“

“We had dinner there last night at their new location. They have not lost a step. It is still a great restaurant. All four of us had something different and everyone raved about their choices. My veal parm was excellent and so large that I brought home enough for another meal! The new location is nice and roomy with the same great service. I can’t wait to return. I plan to be there often.“

“Always great pizza, love the sausage sandwiches too“

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

“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.“

“We cannot thank the Russo family enough for hosting the luncheon after our 7 year old daughter, Jady’s bell ringing ceremony. From the moment we walked in, they made us feel so incredibly loved and celebrated.

The biggest surprise was when we entered and the Russo team started ringing bells for Jady. It was such a heartfelt moment and something we will never forget. To have them recognize and celebrate this milestone with us meant more than words can express. Jan also surprised Jady with a special bell ringing gift, which was such a thoughtful and sweet gesture.

Beyond their incredible kindness and generosity, the food, drinks, and service were absolutely wonderful. Everything was perfect, and they helped make an already emotional and unforgettable day even more special for our family and friends.

The Russo family is truly amazing — not only because of the wonderful restaurant they run, but because of the love and compassion they show to others. We are so grateful they were part of Jady’s bell ringing celebration and helped create memories we will cherish forever.

Thank you, Russo’s Italian Pizza, for making Jady’s special day even more magical. We appreciate you more than you know!“

“Great meals and service! Thank you“

“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.“

“I always get the lasagna. It's better than some more expensive Italian restaurants. Unfortunately for the 1st time the noodles were a bit hard at the restaurant in Fairlawn.
The waitress was great and the mgr offered to make another one for me but I already had 2 bowls of soup and was almost already done.“

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

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“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!“

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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.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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“

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

“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.“

“Greatest pizza place in the world.“

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

“I have no idea why so many people say bad things about this place. I've been going there for the last year or so and have absolutely zero complaints. The food prices are more than reasonable, the food quality is very good and I've never had one single issue with any aspect. People need to stop looking for perfection as they define it.“

“Ordered to go and there was a hiccup that kept us waiting quite a bit. The manager was really kind & remade our food so it was all fresh, included 2 free desserts and a $20 gift card. That was really kind to rectify the situation that way without us even asking. We got home and dug right in - the food was delicious! Good customer service :D“

“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“

“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.“

“I just picked up a Detroit style eight cut and and side salad. I guess it’s a large pepperoni sausage. Excellent Dan makes a good pizza. This was Broadview Heights, Ohio location Broadview Road and West Sprague.“

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

“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++++“