50 Best Italian Restaurants near Aurora

“We had a group of 30 adults and kids for a hockey tournament. It was super easy to make the reservation, table was ready for us on arrival. Our server was Steph, she was phenomenal. Super friendly, organized, knew what she was doing. Drinks and food came out fast. Steph made sure to check on the table multiple times and the food was excellent. 10/10“

“Veal sandwich, absolutely mouthwatering and delicious. Great service, fast, friendly. Support local small business. Bonus on the weekend they make fresh delicious cannoli and tiramisu. My son and I will be back. Thanks“

“Amazing place with great patio Food was superb Service is awesome“

“I ordered Cacio e Pepe with chicken. It was delicious, arrived nice and hot. The portions was generous, very tasty…the chicken was moist, tender and perfect! I also ordered Panna Cotta for dessert. I’m too full, so will have it later. But I’ve had it before, so I know it will be yummy.“

“If you’re looking for an extremely clean and comforting family restaurant look no further. This place has amazing quality fresh ingredients and food very nice and personable staff and are incredible at what they do. I legitimately just walked out of the restaurant bit into my food and I have to let everyone know to please come try this place out. Insanely comforting food. Amazing quality. Friendly staff. Best shawarma in the gta maybe even Ontario. Thank you for your wonderful food and we will be sure to return :)“

“Absolutely delicious, the caesar dressing was so good. Definitely will be back!“

“💚My name is Joe Assuncao and I am from Toronto. today, August 27, I was part of a baptism party, with the reception being held at a typical Italian restaurant. Joia Ristorante, located in Aurora town. As the only person vegan at the party, I was happily accommodated by the chef. Entry and the main course were served, with a great variety of ingredients. even non-vegans were happy with their own food and service. So, if a vegan person, attends a party, or otherwise, at that restaurant, and makes the requested arrangements, I am sure, that no one will regret the visit.💚💚💚💚“

“I had a great experience at Pizza Hut thanks to Pierre! I realized after ordering online that I had forgotten to add some toppings. When I went back, Pierre was incredibly kind, understanding, and professional. He handled everything quickly and made sure I left completely satisfied.

Excellent customer service like this really makes a difference. Thank you, Pierre, for your help and positive attitude. Highly recommend this location! 🍕“

“We’ve visited Pico several times now, and it’s become one of our go-to places. The pizza is always fresh and flavourful, and you can tell they use quality ingredients. What really stands out, though, is the way the place is managed. Shehan is incredibly welcoming, he remembers customers, checks in with a smile, and makes the whole experience feel personal. It’s rare to see service that genuine these days, and it makes a big difference. Pico is lucky to have him.“

“My friend recommended Locale and wow, was it wonderful. The staff were warm and welcoming and the food was top notch. The mussels were great as an appetizer and the seafood pasta was perfectly cooked. For a little giddy up, I added the hot pepper oil, and it was delightful. The warm sour dough bread was a great adfition. Roman, and team, did a stellar job in looking after us this evening. I will go back for the pizza next time.“

“Excellent service (Reza), exceptional food, lovely atmosphere. Soho martini - amazing!“

“Love this place my favourite!“

“first time eating here and it won't be the last time !!!“

“A Hidden Gem for Fresh, Custom Flavors

If you’re looking for a personal touch, this is the place to be—the kitchen is happy to accommodate custom requests, though their daily specials are the real stars of the show. They are consistently delicious and offer incredible value for the price.

• Rose Sauce Fettuccine: We tried it with mushrooms and asparagus; it was rich, flavorful, and clearly made with fresh ingredients.
• Greek Salad: Fresh, crisp, and perfectly seasoned.
• Garlic Bread: The highlight of the sides—perfectly toasted to a golden crisp without being overdone.“

“Came to this restaurant, I had the pesto shrimp pasta and it was delicious 😋, was so good, I recommend this great place, good place for dinner.“

“It was our 1st time there and believe me we were not disapointed. Very clean place,Enza our server was excellent! Already planning a party for my husband's 50th birthday in January, we will be going back in another week! Bravo Orsini's“

“Very good food and excellent service, I would recommend Everyone is friendly“

“Early lunch with friends and this was our first time here. The food and service were both excellent. Homemade gnocchi was delicious and friends that ordered the chicken Marsala also enjoyed their meals. Sebastian was a delightful host. Cozy and warm with delightful jazz standards playing at a reasonable level allowed for easy conversation.“

“Very delicious !! Best Tiramisu !!“

“i came here for the first time tonight with my boyfriend and his family for his 21st birthday. i cannot believe i have never been to this restaurant before. the food was unbelievably delicious and made me feel so happy inside. if ur looking for good italian food… GOOOOO HEREEEE!!!! delicious is an understatement. i will definitely be back and i will absolutely be telling my friends and family about this place because they deserve all the customers.“

“The minute you walk in, you can smell the delicious aroma of homemade food. The staff were friendly and helpful with our choices. Will definitely be back!!!“

“Great service friendly people Thank you“

“Very nice place with awesome food and service! Highly recommend to try it out. Will definitely be back! Good job Marco!“

“I love this place and would definitely go back. Service was quick, meal was generous and staff were friendly and efficient. This is the best location by far from any other I’ve gone to. This location really knows how to treat their customers with respect, generous portion sizes and quick service. They definitely know who the real boss is…the customer! Thank you for a great dining experience, one I won’t forget.“

“it was a good experience.“

“It’s rare to come across someone who truly cares about the customer experience the way Ali does. His professionalism and positive attitude made my visit even more enjoyable. I’ll definitely be coming back — and I hope to be served by Ali again!
Highly recommend this place, especially if you get the chance to have Ali as your server.“

“great pizza! best around by far!“

“The pizza is good, I’ve even seen puffed up crusts with good browning. It’s definitely much better than other Pizza Pizzas I’ve been to, which makes this place an even better value.

It’s always been ready for pickup within 15-20 minutes, and we’ve only had 1 or 2 issues in the last decade.“

“Amazing sandwiches! Great taste! A must try. Lunch or dinner or even catering. They won’t disappoint!“

“excellent food great service you got to eat here xmas seafood platter awesome 👌“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An all-around fantastic dining experience! The food was outstanding, the service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was just perfect. Add in a prime location and a wonderful, attentive staff, and you’ve got a restaurant that’s hard to beat. Definitely a place I’ll be coming back to over and over! Best restaurant around!“

“Well prepared meals, always fresh salads available, and good selection of festive goodies .

Unfortunately they have the most uncomfortable seats to sit in and enjoy your meal. The seats are small in size, narrow and made of metal.
The tables are flimsy and easy to tip over.“

“The best pizza ever, been going there since mid 80’s“

“My family and I found this delicious restaurant on Uber Eats. I am so picky and I don't like any of the chain pizzas. We ordered the party size meat lovers for 2 adults and 2 large boys. I had one piece (since sadly I wasn't feeling the best). I need to order it again so I can enjoy more pieces. Yummy, local, small business - great all around“

“Excellent food and service. Thank you for a wonderful intimate dinner experience. It was our first time at this lovely hidden gem in our little town of Bradford. Will definitely be returning. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly recommend.“

“I was craving authentic Italian pizza and this little gem showed up on the map. My prayers were answered! The dough was crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and packed with a flavour that would make my nonna cry tears of joy. Just the right amount of fresh topping to enhance it. Magnifico! 😋“

“Motorino is a must try! A group of 4 of us visited the restaurant last Saturday, and we had a great experience. It was my first time since the reno and I was impressed with how elevated the place looked ! The new menu is fantastic, and we even were able to take their homemade sauce home with us. LOVED the chicken wings, the fava and cicoria and bone marrow picci pasta . Service was excellent and definitely complimented the evening. See you again soon motorino“

“This chain is based in the Vancouver area and has not too many locations in the GTA. Fresh Slice is underrated, and I love that their typical cheese slice is the creamy cheese with alfredo. It’s a nice break from having typical tomato sauce on any other pizza I have. Overall, very good experience yesterday for my lunch.“

“As my family and I walked in, we were immediately greeted by the friendly and welcoming staff. We ordered the meal deal that included 2 pizzas, 2 pastas, 2 salads and a dessert. My 2 year old demolished 3 slices of pizza and a plate of pasta. Food was good overall.“

“The Little Caesars on Leslie Street in Newmarket is a solid option if you’re looking for a quick, no-fuss meal. It’s the kind of place you stop by when you want something easy/ pizza, wings, Crazy Bread - without waiting too long or spending a lot.

Service tends to be pretty fast, especially if you’re picking up one of the Hot-N-Ready pizzas. That said, depending on the time of day, the quality can vary a bit. Some days the pizzas come out fresh and just right, other times they feel like they’ve been sitting for a while.

Online ordering through apps like Uber Eats and SkipTheDishes makes things even more convenient if you’d rather not go in person. Overall, it’s a decent spot for a quick bite, especially if you’re already in the area and don’t feel like cooking.“

“I am frequent customer at pizza hut always got pizza and sides at top quality. must visit this pizza hut. i love to order trpletrt family pack every time. they make amazing pizza. and all the girls are working over there too kind and sweet.“

“Had a fantastic experience at Pizza Pizza! The place was spotless and the staff were super friendly. The pizza itself was perfectly cooked and delicious. The whole environment was nice and quiet—just right for a relaxing Sunday evening dinner. Definitely a 5-star spot in my book!“

“THE SERVICE IS Awesome The people are nice ESPECIALLY THE LADY THAT she’s always on the morning she’s very nice and kind if you’re sure like a dollar or something CHANGE THEY will tell you to take the pizza and bring me the dollar or two dollars that you’re short tomorrow very very very good service Best service in the area

Kid-friendliness: THAT WENT YOU SAID CHEESE ONLY BECAUSE IS FOR MY KID THEY DONT INSIST TO PUT ANOTHER TOPIN“

“Pizza Pizza at Elgin Mills is easily the best one around. The pizza is always fresh, and made just right every single time. I actually travel past two other Pizza Pizza locations just to come to this one — that’s how much better the quality and service are here.“

“I recently ordered from Pizza Pizza and had a great experience. The delivery was on time, and the pizza arrived hot and fresh. The crust was soft yet slightly crispy, and the toppings were generous. I also tried their garlic dipping sauce, which was really tasty. Overall, very satisfied with both the food and service.“

“We went to have pizza at Pizza Hut in town of Sharon and it was the best tasting pizza of our lives and the best service ever we received the staff was very friendly and professional. We 100% recommend this location to everyone.“

“Absolutely amazing experience at Pizza Pizza! Store truly deserves a 5-star rating. The pizza was fresh, hot, and perfectly cooked with generous toppings and great flavor. You can really tell they care about quality and customer satisfaction.

The staff was very friendly, polite, and quick with the service. The store was clean and well-organized, which made the whole experience even better. My order was prepared exactly how I requested, and everything tasted delicious.

Highly recommend this location to anyone looking for great pizza and excellent service. Keep up the fantastic work! 🍕👏“

“Used to hate Pizza Hut cause I thought it was trash based on old experiences. However, this one is right by my house and I saw a sign for $2 personal pizzas. Reluctantly gave it a shot, and it was fire. I guess it’s true as they say “you can’t out pizza the hut.”“

“The food is consistently excellent (wings, pizzas, pastas – everything hits the spot), portions are generous, and the service is always friendly and fast, even when it’s busy.
Only downside: it can get REALLY loud, especially on game nights or weekends with big groups and kids running around. If you’re looking for a quiet dinner, maybe pick a weekday or off-hours.
Still one of the best casual spots in Bradford – definitely coming back! 🍕🏒“