42 Best Italian Restaurants near Stow

“Best tiny pizza takeout spot around. Often requested by my 5yo Italian daughter and full-blooded Italian wife. Pasta dishes and peppers are also solid. Great place to snag food before headed to the park in the summer or after work in the winter.“

“The food is okay but they always forget something. Go back to get what they forgot and it had been sitting under a heat lamp. They don't bother remaking it or doing anything to make it right.

Update: Updating my review from 3 stars. Got a gift card sent to us for the problem with our previous order. We got a pizza and a grilled chicken salad. All was great this time.“

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

“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. *****“

“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“

“Perfect restaurant, amazing cuisine, exceptional service, highly curated menu, phenomenal craft cocktails, magical atmosphere. Elevated but not pretentious. Authentic food, modern environment, vintage touches like crystal cocktail glasses and velvet bar stools and the perfect nostalgic dinner music floating around the packed dining room. Just pure excellence. Maddalena’s manages to be cool and modern and classic all at the same time. The music, the centerpiece stylish bar, the wood fire pizza, the community vibe, the elevated cocktails, the lovely service, and the exquisite food makes this place the epitome of taste, in every sense.

Impressive. Stamp of approval from this Italian. 🇮🇹“

“from a working perspective it's a great place to work“

“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!!“

“First time to this Italian restaurant. I came on a whim on my Anniversary with my wife and was amazed at how great the food and service was. I live close and never knew about this wonderful place and so glad we found it. I highly recommend this to anyone who loves Italian food. This small gem is truly a special place. Thank you for making our night great“

“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 :)“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“Great meals and service! Thank you“

“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!“

“Fantastic chefs table experience for our anniversary!!! 7 courses with wine pairings! Amazing service and food!!“

“Best pizza west of Philadelphia“

“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!“

“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!!“

“best tasting Calzone I've had in years. Very impressed after a not so great experience in Kent“

“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.“

“Always great pizza, love the sausage sandwiches too“

“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 .“

“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 love their food! The staff is always friendly and efficient. I just wish the restaurant was open for dine in service again. And I am sad that someone said they are closing. I hope that is not true! They have THE. BEST. Carrot cake!“

“Great pool table in akron ohio.“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“Excellent pizza.
Soft airy crust perfectly cooked
Great sauce - fresh, flavorful, just a little tang with out being acidic or to sweet.
Topping were beautifully balanced , the old world peperonis had that perfect crisp edge but meaty center.
Not greasy - just the right amount to allow the Parmesan sprinkles and red chili pepper flakes to stick

The only thing I could see done to set it over the top? If it had a light layer of cornmeal on the bottom

Thank you for a wonderful experience while in town.“

“great pizza friendly atmosphere!“

“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.“

“Never a bad meal! Fast, friendly service“

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

“Went there on Thanksgiving day 2025; only place open in downtown Akron.
Nate is fantastic; very friendly and welcoming. Perfect cocktail pumpkin pie espressotini...super yummy .
Cali club wrap delicious as well .
Higly suggest stopping to this place,if u get a chance.“

“Since moving to Ohio a year and a half ago, my family and I have made it a point to try different restaurants around the area. One place that caught our attention was the Spaghetti Warehouse in Akron, located right next to the University of Akron. I first discovered it through DoorDash while picking up orders in the area, and since we’re big fans of Italian food, I suggested we give it a try. We decided to go there as a way to celebrate two special milestones—our daughter moving into her dorm and our son starting 7th grade. The moment we walked in, we were struck by the restaurant’s unique, nostalgic decor. It has an old boardwalk theme, complete with vintage arcade machines like the claw game and a love tester, which both my kids and my wife enjoyed. It gave the place a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. We were greeted and seated by our server, Jackie, who was fantastic throughout our visit. She was friendly, attentive, and very helpful. Unfortunately, while looking over the menu, we noticed several items that were listed but not actually available, which was disappointing. For food, my wife chose to build her own spaghetti with the Pomodoro sauce—a blend of marinara and Alfredo—and she really enjoyed it. She also had the house salad with ranch, which she said was fresh and flavorful. My son built his own spaghetti with meat sauce and two meatballs, and he loved his meal as well. I decided on the 15-layer lasagna, which the menu described as “incredible.” Sadly, I didn’t feel the same—it looked a little burnt, tasted chewy, and reminded me more of a frozen lasagna than something freshly made. Overall, the food was hit-or-miss. My wife and son enjoyed their meals, while mine was underwhelming. The service, however, was excellent, and Jackie really made the experience more enjoyable. If you’re looking for a family-friendly spot with a fun atmosphere and decent spaghetti, Spaghetti Warehouse isn’t a bad choice. Just be prepared for a few menu inconsistencies and don’t expect every dish to live up to the hype.“

“I recommend the pizza!! Best sauce and crust ever!! So happy Michael Trecaso has his Italian Cuisine here! It takes me back to his “Michael Trecaso Restaurant” near Akron U! I may be a bit biased, as I worked for him when I was in college, but I wouldn’t promote the restaurant if I didn’t love the food!! 5 Stars!!!“