38 Best Italian Restaurants near Bear Creek Village

“Best chicken parm in the area, and the owner is lovely!“

“We ate there for the first time , the atmosphere and staff where great.Quick service food was great will be back again soon.“

“We used Grico’s to cater our wedding and they were fantastic to work with. The catering manager, Marissa, was so easy to communicate with and promptly answered any questions that came up. They had a great selection of meal options and we chose the chicken francaise, blackened salmon with raspberry sauce, and filet mignon. All food choices were INCREDIBLE and all our guests were raving how great the food was. The service was top notch and the bartenders kept our drinks full all night. 10/10 service. We recommend Grico’s to anyone looking for an affordable wedding caterer!“

“My son kept telling me he wanted us to try this restaurant as he lives in the area and he goes there often. It was a hike for us, but we decided to go try it out. There were 6 of us there, and everyone enjoyed their food, but I will speak to what we ordered. My son insisted we try the pizza as an appetizer. I am not really into pizza when I go out to a restaurant, so I was hesitant. When it came out, it was huge. I loved that it was very crisp on the bottom and it was not overloaded with sauce. It didn't have the typical cheese that slides off the pizza when you order it. The owner, Chris, came to check on us to see how we liked it. I thought it was fantastic, but there are a limited number made during the evening so I think you have to get there early. My daughter and I shared the bang bang cauliflower and that was very tasty. There was a lot of it so we ended up taking some of that home. The other appetizer we had were the soul scallops. We all thought this was an amazing appetizer and I loved the combination with the cornbread. We each had a salad before dinner and I personally like the spring mix with tomatoes. It wasn't an overly large salad, but it was a salad was what is was supposed to be: a precursor to dinner. With the portion sizes of the appetizers and the food, we actually ended up taking some of the salad home. My son got the Italian Chicken and Waffles, which was huge. I was give a taste of that and while it was a combination that I did not think would work, it was very good and a creative recipe. My husband had the Surf and Turf Fricassee and he is still talking about that almost a week later. It was a very nice dish and his steak came out the way he asked. He is frequently disappointed when he goes out to eat in other restaurants and is disappointed by how often the steak is overcooked. I had the Alfredo Bay, which again, was a large portion that I ended up taking home and finishing the next day. I was worried that it was going to be a bit too spicy with the Old Bay, but I liked the combination of ingredients so I thought I would give it a try. You can taste the kick, but it wasn't overwhelming thankfully. When talking to the owner, he said that the only dessert they were out of was the Tiramisu (which is one of my favorite desserts). His mom personally makes it so it tends to sell out. Chris.....tell your mother to make more (just kidding). The staff that we interacted with were very personable and friendly. While this was a little over an hour from home, we will definitely be back the next time we are visiting our son!“

“Saturday 2/8/2025 , wife and i had the pork special , it was outstanding , waitress was outstandind also , i believe it was abby“

“Best Pizza and Meat Sauce!! Mike the owner is a true gentlemen owner and the bar tender Donna is wonderful. I can’t wait to come back and try more!!“

“The greeting we received was like coming home to family. The food we ordered was delicious and authentic Italian and it was nice asking their owner for his suggestion to match the wine for our meal.“

“Our 1st visit was today. OMG!! highly recommended. Pizza variety & crust was amazing, burger was great! Desserts were OMG excellent! We will definitely be going back soon! 😋“

“Illiano's is by far the best restaurant in the valley. There's something for everyone on the menu. Order the sicilian marinara pizza...thick crust, fresh tomatoes, garlic and plenty of cheese. If you're not happy, it's on you. It's definitely not the food“

“This is a lovely restaurant for a special occasion or for any excuse to go and have a lovely meal. If you are there in the summer, get the long hots - they are amazing. The staff is always super friendly while still maintaining decorum. We always have a great time here, and the food is wonderful.“

“Perugino’s was terrific. We hadn’t been there in a long time and we will certainly go back. The food was delicious with generous portions. The service and staff was great.“

“Absolutely wonderful food and service. Angela was super attentive and extremely pleasant. We love everything about this place“

“My family and I had some friend over Saturday evening and wanted to keep it simple with pizza. Our order was a plain, pepperoni and a grandma. As usual every pie was so fresh and delicious. My favorite will always be the grandma, just the right amount of pesto oil, thin and crispy. While I forget his name, the tall gentleman with glasses, who I assume is the manager, is always so polite and keeps things moving behind the counter. Dino’s will always be a pizza that I enjoy and highly recommend!!!!“

“Best Zuppa Di Clams anywhere! Friendly staff, fair prices and real Italian/Sicilian meals.“

“This is the second time it was dried out. No taste. And the bottled garlic that they are using was so over powering it for Ed it down. And I asked for a little more sauce. When it came. It was all dried. Like it was sitting g under the heat lamp a long time. This is the second time. And it had no taste. Twice . And the prices have gone sky high for. Pasta. 17 for a lousy dish of clams in sauce that had no taste. I’m very sorry we loved co I g here for years. But the food is. O share what it is. Most likely there is no one watching how this is prepared“

“Love this place! The owner and the staff are amazing! The Food is always great! My wife and I enjoy everything we have ever had!“

“Today was a good day we had a good time . The food was good the service was ok but she should have offered up the olive garden experience on a special birthday visit. No suggestions for drinks no suggestions on appetizers, no pre bus but food was good company was better and all was great.“

“You can’t go wrong with anything you get.. it is all delicious“

“Their buffalo chicken wing pizza is to die for! We also love their burgers & salads! Be sure to try the meatball hoagie next time you’re there, you won’t regret it! They are so friendly & the food was ready fast!“

“I’ve worked in their kitchen, it’s one of the cleanest in the valley. Had their food today it was very good!“

“Napoli's NEVER disappoints. This is genuinely the best restaurant, and it's owned by the BEST family. Authentic Italian food, and you can tell. Always always always handcrafted perfectly. You don't see many authentic Italian restaurants anymore... but this one? The BEST. Anyone who tells you different has lost their mind.“

“Rustic Kitchen is hands down one of the best dining experiences at Mohegan Sun. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy and upscale — warm lighting, inviting décor, and an energy that makes you feel welcome right away.

The food is outstanding. Every dish we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the seafood was fresh, and the steak was absolutely spot-on. You can tell the chefs take real pride in what they serve.

Service was exceptional from start to finish. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, offered great recommendations, and made sure we felt taken care of the entire evening.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner, a night out with friends, or a pre-casino meal, Rustic Kitchen delivers every time. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!“

“they never disappoint I had wings tonite & they were excellent I order almost every Fri or Sat Danielle is the sweetest and has a smile for everyone even the nasty people l respect recommend them very highly“

“Getting hoagies from III Guys is CONSISTENTLY hit or miss. Now it's constantly a *miss* so we're done spending money here. I got a turkey hoagie today and there was barely anything on it! 😠 A regular sandwich is thicker! Two slices of turkey, a tiny bit of lettuce, some onions and a couple tomato slices! Oh and it was DRY! We paid for mostly BREAD! Feels awesome to be shafted for what you paid for. I had to put my own Mayo on it, add lettuce and add tomato to fill it! That's NOT the point of take out. Food quality is going DOWN last few years. ((See comments for pics of this sad hoagie)) We're done giving them the benefit of the doubt. The other hoagie we bought was also lacking & dry. Plenty of other good quality restaurants to choose from than wasting money on food that clearly quality isn't a priority. ~Signed Another Unhappy customer“

“Food was fantastic and cheap! 1 large (2 topping pizza), dozen wings with EXTRA Blue Cheese, and an Italian hoagie for $39. What? In todays day and age? Thats pennies compared to the other guy. The gentleman behind the counter was incredibly polite. Can't wait to be back!“

“We love Lino’s! From dinners to pizza to special salad and hosting our family’s special occasions, it’s a long-time favorite. Always well done!“

“The best pizza ever! It was delicious!!First time here and we had a terrific time! Expresso Martini and all the specialty beers were out of this world!• Atmosphere rustic and inviting! This place was recommended to us and was very thankful because we had a terrific experience!“

“We had excellent dinners tonight at Cork! There are so many options to chose from on the menu. There's definitely something for everyone! My dinner came with sweet mashed potatoes and they were amazing! Our waiter Justin was also very attentive along with the rest of the staff. :)“

“I had a fabulous experience! My first time here and I’ll definitely be back! The food was excellent, the dirty martini was top notch, and the service was perfect. Ask for Connie to be your waitress-she rocks!“

“The buns must have come right out of the oven when I placed my order for my primo sized American cold cut hoagie with lettuce, tomato,onion, and oil and vinegar. It was made with the bun being very warm and that it ruined the whole taste of my hoagie. It melted the cheese to a soggy texture like when a hoagie sits outside on a hot day. A cold cut doesn't mean warm bun. And I didn't ask for a baked hoagie. I was going to take it back in, but I was so pressed for time. But I just took it apart and ate what I liked or what tasted ok. When I did a review on my Primo app, they asked for the ticket number. I'm going to check my truck it might be in there. I believe it was last Monday evening, 7pm. I am not from the area, but I used to stop at the previous location on Rt 309 a lot it was convenient.“

“Great service awesome food!definitely will be back !!“

“Great place to bring your family and enjoy a great experience“

“Best place for pizza ! amazing staff and the waitress who is always working there is so incredibly kind! I highly recommend savos to anyone who's looking for a good square pizza!“

“The owner Dan is a fantastic person. Their food is absolutely amazing. I’ve never had anything bad from there. My favorites are: meatballs, breakfast pizza, oven baked wings, Sicilian pizza, etc. The service is excellent as well.“

“Very accommodating, big portions, upfront about availability, friendly service, even though I went there before the evening rush, I didn't feel like I would be there forever because it was slow. I took my French fries to go and wasn't charged for modifications to my spaghetti dinner. There was a completely cheese-free pizza but I guess it didn't sell well. Personally, I miss it.“

“great food and an amazing staff 😁“

“Awesome food and great service even on the delivery side. Did amazing job. Food is so good to.“

“Arcaros the next generation, the atmosphere is welcoming. It gives you the feel of a family-owned restaurant. The menu is impeccable. I ordered a homemade gnocchi and a side of tripe. The gnocchi tasted excellent they were so light . The sauces are old world for sure. I had vodka sauce, Red sauce, alfredo sauce. It was a sauce sampler with gnocchi. The Tripe tender, overall the service was fantastic. From the minute I walked in the door till the time I finished my dinner. In short it's a place you should try, you'll become a regular.“