50 Best Italian Restaurants near Vanier

“The food is delicious, very flavourful. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is friendly and cozy. They make you feel at home in this quaint little restaurant. I would highly recommend it to Italian food lovers.“

“Lovely atmosphere and ambience. Service was impeccable and the food amazing …. First time there with a wonderful friend that introduced us to this hidden jewel. Will definitely be back!!!“

“Nice service“

“It was my wedding anniversary today, and I swung by Pizza Hut to grab dinner for my family. The staff there were super friendly and absolutely on point — they even slipped me a cute little note saying “Happy Anniversary,” which honestly made my day. The vibe was great, the service was top-notch, and that new Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Crust was next level. Big shout-out to the team for making the whole experience feel extra special!“

“Opening day in Old Ottawa South -- delicious sandwiches and the best cannoli I have had in years... welcome to the neighbourhood Roberto's Corner!“

“Went here for our 2nd wedding anniversary. A very delicious widespread of food! We were not disappointed. Amazing customer service, cute drinks, and yummy food. What more could we ask for?! One of our favourites was their unique dinner for two, fried chicken pizza and salad! Very filling, a good contrast, and not greasy! We will definitely be back!“

“My friend and I just had dinner at Retro Gusto. Super busy p’ave for a Monday night. Food was amazing; excellent Cesar Salad and that Margherita pizza was to die for. On Monday night, they had a «happy hour » for the Negroni drinks which were amazing. Service by Emma was amazing! Super nice smile and always happy to answer our question. Definitely on my « let’s go back » list.“

“We enjoyed our dining experience very much! The ambiance and service was fantastic! The food was fresh and delicious with excellent size portions! Highly recommend!“

“Went in on wednesday afternoon, had a wonderful meal and even better service. There was a large group being quite loud at the time but it seems like the server had it handled and insured that my experience was still a 10. I would add stars if I could.

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“Great food! Atmosphere was great, and the waitress was very accommodating. Only thing I can suggest was the tables are too small.“

“Amazing sandwiches, bought many frozen meals especially lasagna different sizes, ALL amazing. Just tried the beef barley soup…best ever had! Top notch customer service as well!“

“Hidden gem! Bravo a votre équipe autant FOH que BOH.“

“Last nights outing (2 couples) was a real treat. Excellent food and cocktails at very reasonable prices given the quality. Highly recommended for good value and great service.“

“Went on a friend's recommendation, chef suggested chicken parmesan sandwich. Perfect bun, fantastic meal. Highly recommend.“

“We went tonight for our friend’s birthday. Food was amazing, drinks were good, service was excellent. 10/10 recommend. Note it is small inside, very quaint. As a person with a young baby, I won’t be bringing her (my daughter) there; we’ll keep it for a date night 😅“

“was a great experience 10 outta 10“

“The best pizza in townnnnnnnnnn“

“Super nice service and very delicious food. The carbonara was a bit of a surprise for me, as I lived for a while in Italy, but never had a Carbonara with onions before,... but maybe it's a variaty of a specific Italian region 😅😎 which I haven't heard of 🤔 Overall : it's a five star experience with brilliant staff and atmosphere 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 👍🎉❤️“

“Just yesterday I had the pleasure of throwing my mother a surprise 70th birthday party here. Sarah and her staff pulled off an evening we won’t soon forget! Thank you everything. 🙏 We’ll be back!“

“Hopefully will return one day 😢 best Italian restaurant Ottawa has had by far!“

“We were looking for authentic Italian and this is it!! We highly recommend you make time to stop here!!!“

“We visited Napoli’s on a quiet Wednesday evening and had such a fantastic experience. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing, the perfect way to unwind after a full day. The food was absolutely phenomenal. You can truly taste the attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients in every dish. The pizza was hands down some of the best I’ve ever had, fresh, flavorful, perfectly prepared, and very generously portioned. The meatball subs were incredibly delicious, and the poutine was smothered in a generous amount of rich gravy and cheese. Nothing was skimpy, everything felt thoughtfully made. The service was just as impressive as the food. Friendly, welcoming, attentive, and quick, they made us feel completely relaxed and genuinely appreciated as guests. For the quality and portion sizes, the prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend Napoli’s to anyone looking for authentic Italian food in Ottawa. Thank you for such a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be back.“

“We celebrated my mother's 85th birthday at Mr. B's last night and it was fantastic. The food was amazing, our server was amazing and really seemed to genuinely enjoy being there. The owner was very accommodating and attentive and came by several times. We will be back for sure.“

“Best food on the Ottawa area, I order food more than the average person & I can't beat Mr. Mozzarella's prices for the quality of the food!
I highly recommend this restaurant. Personal favorite - Pizza & wings with make your own combo plate!
Thank you Mr. Mozzarella for always delivering the highest quality foods!!“

“This is about a block away from my apartment, and it's to my shame that I didn't go there until last year.
The food is AMAZING! What I have had plated to me is even better than the pictures. The last time I had a burger there, I had to wait to eat the fries as they were too hot from being cooked!
That's how fresh the food is there.
And the chicken parm - chef's kiss - as how good it was!
Pizza is about 3 steps above any chain in Ottawa.
I now try to get there at least monthly - more in the summer - as a small family-owned place with reasonable prices deserves the business over any chain.“

“This was our third year in a row hosting a large dinner (13 people) in the private room downstairs, and each and every time it's been the perfect experience. The AV equipment is a breeze to set up, we control the volume of the music and the temperature in the room. That space, the team, the set menu they offer- just the best!“

“Giuseppe was our server and he was of the most spirited nature. He was very helpful on our choice of wine, the wine was very full and very Tuscany. The grapes could be tasted through every taste bud. We started our dinner with Lumache (Snails covered in cheese and garlic butter) and that was good for two people. Then we reached our main course, we both got the combo plate (Veal Parmasean, cannelloni and gnocchi) We ended the night by talking to Rick, he was a very pleasant conversation piece that offered insight into the history of La Strada. Before tip, the price for two was $142.40 (163.76 with 15% tip) Our night was amazing, shout out to @sparkthegenius on tiktok who made me aware of this establishment.“

“Wow, just an amazing experience. Food is delicious, coffee stand out with quality and taste. Super friendly and family oriented atmosphere. Alit of non mall restaurants don’t even reach this level of perfection. Tks Maggie :)“

“I had the pleasure of dining at East Side Mario’s last night, and I must say, everything exceeded my expectations. From the warm atmosphere to the delicious food, it was an all-around wonderful evening. What really stood out to me was the exceptional service — particularly from the manager. He was incredibly professional, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. He made sure everything was perfect at our table and checked in to ensure we were enjoying our meal. It’s rare to see that level of care and hospitality, and it made a big difference. The staff overall were friendly and efficient, the food came out hot and fresh, and the environment was clean and comfortable. I truly felt valued as a guest. Highly recommend this location if you’re looking for great Italian-inspired food and top-notch service. Big thanks to the manager and team for making our dinner so enjoyable!“

“I had a great experience thanks to our waiter Dave. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the meal. He checked in at just the right times without being overbearing, and his recommendations were spot on. You can tell he really cares about providing good service. Definitely made the whole dining experience more enjoyable!“

“Lucho provided catering for my wedding for 110 people absolutely loved it. He served for us, had a great price, and provides excellent customer service. I’d highly recommend him for anything from a single lasagna to catering for over 100 people. Thanks Lucho“

“My husband and I just ate the BEST burger we have ever had!! And we eat a lot of burgers. This burger has ruined all other burgers for me. It was SO delicious!!“

“Voici un exemple d’avis 5 étoiles pour un restaurant italien : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Une expérience absolument incroyable ! La nourriture était délicieuse, pleine de saveurs authentiques italiennes. Les pâtes étaient parfaitement al dente et la sauce maison était tout simplement exquise. Le service était chaleureux et attentionné, on se sent vraiment bien accueilli. L’ambiance est conviviale et élégante à la fois. Je recommande fortement ce restaurant, j’y retournerai sans hésiter !“

“My experience was amazing. The food and service was genuinely outstanding. I was blown away by the customer service and friendliness of the staff. The server had impeccable knowledge of the menu and the food was to die for. I would definitely 10/10 recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to be blown away by a local restaurant with unique interior and delicious one of kind cuisine.“

“Excellent food…. Chicken Marsala was superb. We were there during Tulip Festival weekend and were warned that entrees would take a little longer. Drinks and appetizers were quick to arrive. A great atmosphere even though one patron was disrespectful and disruptive.
The situation was handled coolly by the owner and the rest of the evening was great. Ended with dessert and Limoncello!
A neighbourhood jewel in Little Italy“

“We've been working right behind La Roma for weeks and finally decided to try their pizza—and wow, we're glad we did! 🤩🍕i placed an order for take out and it was no problem!

This is honestly the BEST pizza we've ever had! The crust was incredibly light and airy, the sauce tasted fresh and homemade with beautiful basil flavor, and you could actually taste the fennel in the sausage. Every bite was amazing.

You can tell they use quality ingredients and take pride in what they make. We'll definitely be back! 🍕🍕😁“

“This was a hidden gem for me. Natasha was a great hostess and her service was exceptional. The Calabrese was soooo good that i actually got one for takeout! The chili oil was so good and Natasha was kind enough to give me some for takeout as well! I will be back for sure“

“I recently celebrated my 50th birthday at Mezzanotte and it was a very nice experience. Not only is the restaurant aesthetically pleasing, the ambiance was amazing. I can’t say enough about our server Sue, she was attentive, personable, funny and made my first experience here a memorable one. We were a bigger group so I got to taste quite a few appetizers and everything was delicious. Main course was also to perfection! I can’t wait to pay them another visit soon.“

“The pasta was pretty decent and actually not too pricey compared to other spots around. The meat, though, felt a bit on the expensive side for such a small portion. I wasn’t really into the coffee either; it tasted burnt to me. Overall, it was a decent experience, but there are definitely some things that could be improved.“

“We had Canneloni and the Chicken Alfredo and both were really good! And service was super firendly and attentive! Definitely coming back!“

“Yessss very good , me and my wife is are best restaurant now and very nice people“

“One of the best Italian restaurants in Ottawa.
Great food, great service, and great atmosphere. We were a party of 4, tried seafood pasta, pasta with clam sauce, Mama Teresa chicken with lemon sauce, beef with parmigiana and spaghetti, calamari and ceaser salad, eggplant with parmigiana appetizers, and clams..
Everything was perfect
A must visit place.“

“First time trying the pizza here at Giovanni’s Snack Bar and Pizzeria. Absolutely delicious!! Ordered the Margarita Pizza. Giovanni was extremely kind from the moment I walked in until I left today. I would highly recommend choosing Giovanni’s the next time you are craving pizza or when you’re in the area!“

“super,le souper etais exellent et le service wowwwww.je recomende fortement ❤️❤️❤️“

“Delicious pizzas and delicious shawarma’s! Owner is pleasant and welcoming! Cannot wait to order another Shawarma!“

“Awesome food great staff !!!“

“Excellent location, atmosphere, service and food.“

“Sandwich was amazing! Glad I will be working near this location for the next few weeks! I know what I'm having everyday for lunch! 😊“

“This place made me feel like if I was in Italy once again! The food was great and the staff was welcoming and attentive. We shared a sandwich between two people since the portions were big. And we finished it off with 2 cannoli. The atmosphere was definitely pleasant, very relaxed. You can play some board games while you wait for the food. Will come back to try the other sandwiches.“

“My boss recommended a sandwich from here today and I am glad he did! I had the turkey sandwich on a focaccia bun and it was amazing! Highly recommend!“