50 Best Italian Restaurants near Willoughby

“I came here with my sister last night and will definitely be back! Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, and our waitress was the sweetest and she even sent me home with birthday cake! 🎂 The food was amazing (10/10), and I ordered the Conchiglie Salsiccia Italiana, which was so good. Highly recommend Casa Rosa Cucina for great food and even better service!“

“Food is amazing, service is excellent. Pranzo! does not disappoint.“

“Had an amazing time tonight at Lucrezia. The food and drinks were amazing. The most memorable part of the night, was our server Alexandria. She was so cool and amazing our entire table loved her. There was a small malfunction with the lights - power went out - but me and my party still had an amazing time. The place is beautiful and it honestly was a vibe with the no lights. But again, Alexandria made us very comfortable and was super reassuring. I would definitely ask for her again to help me and my friends out.“

“Catering for Our Film crew was Perfect after a long day on Set!! Every dish was a celebration of Italy's culinary traditions, fresh, high-quality ingredients. The classic combination of ingredients was a snapshot of what Italian cuisine is all about. The Lemon Chicken, Peppers, Meatballs, Pasta and Salad were Perfection .... the team loved everything!“

“First time trying Rego's pizza and have to say it's one of the best pizza places around! Ordered a large Extra Cheese, Double Pepperoni, Onion, Sausage & Green Pepper pizza. Crust was cooked to perfection. Taste was phenomenal. Overall, will highly recommend and will be ordering again!“

“We went to Nonna Ts for the first time this weekend. From the moment you step into this charming restaurant, you’re greeted by the excellent staff and amazing aroma of the best Italian food I’ve had since moving to Ohio. The drinks, food and atmosphere is top notch and being greeted by Nonna T was the perfect addition to our evening. We will definitely be back and make eating at Nonna T’s a regular event.“

“9/24/2025: This place is a gem! The food and service was amazing! Our server Katina was very attentive and made sure everything was great throughout the night!! We also enjoyed talking with Moma and her daughter. Such an added bonus to the night to meet and hear their stories! Can't wait to go back---until then I will enjoy my left overs!!“

“A most excellent casual, yet fine dining experience at Sara's Place in quiet and secluded Gates Mills. My wife and I had a much needed date night and we're very pleased with our visit. We sat in the upper lounge & bar area which is moody and atmospheric. The food was also amazing. I highly recommend the regular menu Pork Chop item - get the BBQ sauce on the side as the chop itself it phenomenal without it and I went back and forth using the sauce or not. Highly recommend for a casual night out 👌“

“This is officially my new Italian night spot. Everything tasted authentic and homemade, you can tell they use quality ingredients and put love into every dish. If you’re looking for authentic Italian food, I highly recommend Vittorio’s. I’ll definitely be back again and again!“

“Outstanding experience at Trio's Italian Grill in Mentor! It felt like being welcomed into a family's home — so warm and kind. They were wonderful with our son who is on the spectrum. I had the Chicken Piccata, my husband had the Chicken Pasta Carbonara, and our son loved the corn dog bites. Service and food were both top-notch! She even baked fresh cookies for us to take home and came out to the car to say goodbye to our son. We left with wonderful desserts and will definitely be back next time we're in town!!“

“Took my wife out to dinner and everything from the moment we walked in the door was amazing! The hostess sat us and took our drink order and brought it over immediately. Our server Kim was fabulous! She was friendly and Courteous. Our food was amazing and portions were more than generous. Definitely a new staple in our dinner line up!“

“Pretty nice little Italian restaurant. Got the chicken parmigiana dinner to go with a canoli and it didn't disappoint. Came with a side salad and Italian dressing which was nice. The sauce is good spaghetti was good chicken and cheese was great. Lots of flavor and fresh. Decent portions. Canoli was tasty as well. I would recommend trying this place out it ain't too bad. Nice little outside area to eat as well. Glad I finally stopped by to try it out. I wasn't disappoint and I'll be back. 🙂“

“The owners and staff are amazing and I’ve never had a bad meal there and one of my recent favorites is their chicken Marsala!“

“My husband, son, dog, and I went to Scotti’s for a late lunch and had an incredible experience. Our server Hayley was amazing and the food was delicious and authentic. We had the outdoor patio to ourselves so our dog could dine with us. We would definitely go back again!“

“Good food and service too.“

“Got pizza this weekend for the whole family and friends this and it was absolutely delicious!! Fantastic quality of products and look forward to going back again soon. Great job team!!“

“We just got this two days ago for the first time. It was excellent pizza, and will definitely be back.“

“Tried Cuoco Bello for my first time tonight and it was delicious! I ordered the chicken parm for carry out and it was flavorful, a large portion size, and better than I had anticipated 😊 Just what I was looking for in a great meal! The staff was friendly and I can't wait to go back and try something else! Also, they have weekly specials so definitely check those out too! Highly recommend! 🍝“

“We had my birthday celebration there. Let me tell you, the experience was just beautiful. There were 16 of us, and they catered to our every need. The serving staff was patient, and very thorough. They were so attentive, and made certain we were very well taken care of. THE FOOD! Man oh man. That food was the bomb. I think everyone had something different, and we are all still talking about how good it was! I recommend you have dinner with them. You will not regret it. It’s a whole vibe! ❤️❤️“

“Haven’t been in for dinner in a while. Athena, our server was fantastic. Food was outstanding.Really exceeded any expectations we may have had. It was so refreshing to have a server who was so genuinely welcoming and friendly! We were immediately made to feel comfortable. And she was so informative and this is coming from someone who’s been in the hospitality business for over 40 years! Thanks again for a wonderful evening!“

“great food great service ty“

“Love it there. Outside bar is the best“

“Guido’s is the best. The end.“

“If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! This pizza place is an absolute gem. You can taste the difference in every bite -- from the perfect dough crust to the rich, flavorful sauce and the freshest toppings I've ever had. They clearly use only the best ingredients, and it shows. What really sets them apart is the passion of the staff. You can tell they truly love what they do -- every interaction feels warm, genuine, and full of pride for their craft. They even gave the children a behind-the-scenes tour, which was such a fun and unique experience! The children loved being able to make their own pizza. Learning about their sourcing made me appreciate their pizza even more. This isn't just a meal -- it's an experience. If you love pizza, you need to come here. I'm already planning my next visit!“

“First time trying it and it was good! Definitely will go back when I visit town again!“

“The best pizza in Ohio!“

“Great food An experience.“

“Had an amazing dinner this Friday night. Lynn was fantastic. We have enough from each dinner for 2 or more meals. Heve not been there for a very long time. Excited to go back soon“

“Place is amazing. Great food, great portions, so affordable. Got seated immediately and enjoyed an amazing dinner after spending a day hiking. Staff was friendly and entertaining! Dining room was great!“

“The family and restertaunt a neighborhood icon .The old world food and greeting is why there still in business after 6 decades .Try the eggplant parm magnfeso' excelante'“

“We had dinner at Bar Italia yesterday on 10-19. Our server, Joe really enhanced our experience. He was so professional and thoughtful. The food was very good with generous servings. We have recently relocated to Beachwood and will visit Bar Italia again. Hoping to have Joe as our waiter! Thank you!“

“Everytime I go there the food always good and the worker Alway cool I love going their Thanks Jennifer 😍🤪🤪“

“Food was good.. had the chicken Parmesan and husband had pasta diablo … only complaint is we never got rolls and I asked for them and still never got them..“

“We stop here every time we’re in the area for pizza and ice cream and have always left happy and with full bellies. Love the decor, prompt service, and excellent food. Worth a stop for any family on their way back from Lakefarm Park, Holden, or apple picking.“

“Best pizza around... Love the medium thin crust!!!!!“

“I have dined at Alfredo's many times and have always been very happy with the food and the service. Restaurants in hotels are not always wonderful, but Alfredo's is. I came with a group of four ladies one of whom had never been there before. We were all pleased with our meals and with the service. We all had Italian entree and they were delicious.“

“I was visiting Ohio on a church convocation. I was told they was the best so I went. From first entrance felt very much welcome. The owener made spaghetti for me with no hesitation just like I like it witch was off his menu. He didn't have to do that, and might I say it was delicious. I got a small but it was definitely enough for 2 people. On our last night Sunday my dad and l went it wanting to try the pizza and wings. We found that they closed at 8 we
got there around 8:20. But the owner again did his big one. He told the staff to turn the ovens back on and made our order for us. The pizza and wings was a 10/10 for sure. I pray all blessing and love to this establishment cause they went above and beyond twice for my family and I this week. You guys rock“

“Had the BEST pizza in years here today. I will be back! AWESOME“

“I’ve been coming here since the late 90’s & Still enjoy the great pizza & atmosphere!!“

“George is a very wonderful owner that truly cares about his customers. I have been going to Maria’s for many years. I always feel like I’m eating at home when I go there. Extremely welcoming and kind staff. Prices are reasonable and portions are plenty.“

“Delicious pizza! Great food and friendly staff“

“The pizza was hot and fresh, the wings were nice and crispy and the fried dough was the perfect tasty treat to complete the meal“

“Simply the best pizza I've ever had. Superior toppings, great crust and consistent excellence for decades now. I find it unreasonable for me to go anywhere else.“

“We come almost every Sunday to see Stella. She’s amazing and the foods great too.“

“We were lucky to have new guy Connor as our waiter. He was so kind and patient and repeated back everything to us as we ordered. What a pleasant Olive Garden experience we all had.

The soup was great, but our Moscato sangria drinks were phenomenal.

I forgot to take many pics, but it's Olive Garden, so you get the idea.“

“Best pizza in town. Excellent service. Very friendly staff.“

“Spats is my kinda place. The first time I visited Spats, I saw a neon beer sign in the window and figured I’d grab a beer while I was waiting for my gf to finish her shopping. I was instantly met with the dive-bar/hole in the wall vibe. Spats did not disappoint! If that’s not what you’re looking for, you might try the dining area instead of the bar area, which has at least 10 TVs, so I assume it’s also a nice sports bar.

So I told my gf that we should come back sometime when we want to hang out. We did! There aren’t many vegetarian options, but you can get typical bar food, plus an extensive lunch/dinner menu. I tried the fried mushrooms. They were delicious! I see why some ppl don’t like the fries, but they were perfect for me. They were not greasy or cooked in recycled oil like some idiots claimed in their reviews. But yes, they’re typical of real potato fries: soft and limp, just the way I like them. But they were also a little bland. Nothing a little salt couldn’t fix. I also had the fried shrimp, which was fine. Cole slaw was OK. My gf liked her chicken salad. Portions are HUGE. I’ll be back to try other items on the menu. I’m giving it 5 stars to offset the idiots who gave it one. But overall, it’s probably 4.5 stars.“

“I called to place my order and when I gave my phone number the gentleman on the other end said that my name appeared as my fav person. I immediately started to blush cause I know who was responsible for that. I often come to the restaurant to get my favorite sandwich and to see the worker with the Elton John glasses on, she has an amazing personality and always get my order correct. I found out that Heaven needed another Angel. I started to cry instantly. There are some people that cross your path with such good spirits that it's hard to forget them. She will be missed. I can't remember her name but I remember her smile and kindness.“

“The pizza was delicious, fresh and hot. The staff was very nice, friendly and professional.“