50 Best Italian Restaurants near Blakely

“One of the best restaurants in NEPA! Do not miss this place. The ambiance and service are lovely. The staff is always willing to make accommodations. But, this place is such a gem because of their wide range of gluten free options!! It is so hard to find GF items in NEPA, let alone this big of a selection. The GF chicken parm in the pictures is INCREDIBLE. I will always come back here!“

“Just Like Grandma's

Cafe Soriano's is absolutely incredible!
1/2 lb Penne with Vodka sauce
1/2 lb Rigatoni with Vodka sauce
1/2 lb Linguine with Marina sauce
Side of Pork for 2 and 1 meatballs were so delicious. The pork melted in your mouth and the meatballs were great. The sauces are a favorite and the Portions are plentiful. There is a small percentage added on for take out, but it's all well worth it. They are also cash only.“

“One of my absolute favorite family owned businesses, owners at so nice and patient. I’ve dined in and ordered from home. It’s affordable which is a plus for me as a single mom. And the food is so yummy. ♥️🩷“

“Great service and amazing food!“

“The staff and food is amazing! Generous portions for a great price. Elena (apologize if spelled wrong ) is so sweet and attentive. Darryl is nice and welcoming as well. Makes you feel almost like you’re at home.“

“We took my son last night for his birthday and as a family what a wonderful experience! Atmosphere was great. The wait staff is very tentative along with the owner. The food was delicious. We all enjoyed our meals, best penne à la vodka around the area! We definitely will be going back! At the end of our service we complimented how great everything was and we were celebrating our son’s 16th birthday and the owner and his staff came and surprised my son on their own with a piece of cake and sang to him! Genuinely good people!“

“Excellent service. Quality menu & food.😊“

“One of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time! The place is absolutely beautiful, the food is phenomenal, and the mocktails were perfect. The staff was incredible — warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. And Gabe, the manager, is truly exceptional and made us feel like VIPs. I had the Goat Cheese & Ricotta Cavatelli for my entrée and the Flourless Chocolate Torte for dessert. Everything was just amazing from start to finish. We can’t wait to go back!“

“Wonderful staff, delicious food and presentation. Very attentive to gluten free options.“

“I’ve had many great experiences with this place especially eating there three times a week lol. The steak and cheese hoagies amazing the fries to die for and the cheeseburgers delicious. Always friendly weight staff and owners, and I have a chance to speak with one of the owners last week and he’s a stand-up guy. This place will continue to keep getting my business along with my friends.“

“This pizza is great!!! GO ORDER SOME LOL its seriously that good �“

“great atmosphere, great service and great food...10/10“

“💯🔥100% hat's off to you Sir That was the very Best Sicilian we have ever had in our life in the state of Pa 100% you will be seeing us a Lot more Now that we have found you ! God Bless Great People & Pride in Food they Per duce with Pride !!!!💯🔥🤌“

“Just love the place.Food is excellent“

“amazing food with great pricing! I had the ravioli and eggplant rollatini and it was delicious! The owner cooked and said his family was from Brooklyn. You can tell! it's one of the best Italian food options in NEPA and beyond! can't wait to try more dishes.“

“Great local italian restaurant in the downtown area. It's pretty popular so be sure to make a reservation ahead. Randomly, you can find empty seats by the wood fire pizza station. We don't mind and the hosts always ask in case as it isn't a regular table. You can see all the kitchen action and pizza making skills while dining. Terrific service by my server JP. He set us up with a wine bottle and the bikini bottom pizza which is always delicious. There is also a gelato/coffee section near the entrance located by the bar. They do have a room with a big table in case you're looking for a more private dinner. However, you still feel like you are in the restaurant part of the crowd as it is enclosed by glass. There is a section to hang coats. Definitely try the whipped ricotta!“

“My favorite place to eat. My wife had my 60th birthday there on the 13th. As always food and service were excellent! Thank you for a great birthday!“

“By far our favorite Italian restaurant in NEPA! Love the atmosphere, the service and the food! Only drawback is we live 5 hours away but stop for dinner @ the bar every time we are in town.“

“My family and I had dinner at Rosaliano’s the night before Thanksgiving and we had an excellent experience. From the service to the food, everything was top notch. The ambiance is really cozy and welcoming. I would highly recommend Rosaliano’s.“

“Always wonderful! Today we had the maple toffee cake with cream cheese icing for dessert. Fabulous!“

“Great food and pleasant wait staff!“

“First time trying Club 17 tonight 3/17/23. Absolutely awesome. The red pizza was some of the best I’ve had in Old Forge. Light, crispy and flavorful sauce. The fresh tomato and garlic pizza was equally amazing. Super fresh ingredients and the garlic was the perfect amount. The star of the show for me though was the Rigatoni Abruzzi with hot sausage. It’s done in a light creamy tomato sauce with roasted red peppers, hot Italian sausage and just the right amount of chili flake. Everything was awesome and we got it to go. I’m sure it would be even better sit down in the restaurant which we will certainly be trying in the near future. Highly recommend.“

“Food is always perfect, and the owner is always so nice on the phone and when taking out! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“first time here tonight based on my dates recommendation..very happy with our dinners and the service..I got the gnocchi with meat sauce and she got a chicken caesar salad I believe..both large portions . Will definitely be back“

“Our new favorite pizza place! The sweet sauce is delicious. Their wings and hoagies are really good, too. Inexpensive and a great value for your money. And their customer service is top notch!! 🍕“

“Absolutely Fantastic! Angelo was wonderful!“

“Ordered for the first time yesterday for lunch. The food I ordered was delicious and fresh with good quality ingredients. The guy that took my order was kind and patient which is appreciated and delivery was fast. Prices are reasonable as well. Great job D’Amore thanks again for the great food, service and delivery!“

“Very good food, comfortable room.“

“The best pizza and wings in town and they’re very polite and fast❤️“

“Had a great evening at Frank's Place❤️ The food was fabulous and the service and atmosphere equally great. It was truly worth the drive up from Scranton. Looking forward to my next meal at Frank's.“

“The good old days are alive and well at Rossi's! Tonight, we ordered takeout from Rossi's, and it was better than ever. The portion of Chicken Parmesan was bigger than ever, and it was so tender I didn't even need a knife. The sauce is semi-sweet and always feels like being at your grandparents' house on Sunday. The side of pasta is a meal in itself, and the side salad is always good. The Chicken Jacquelyn is sautéed with prosciutto ham and finished in a sherry cream sauce. That also comes with what seems like a side of never-ending pasta. Rossi's is a must-visit, but please make reservations or order takeout. Oh, those cutletz!“

“We absolutely love Sidel’s! The hospitality at this establishment plus the food & beverages offered are top notch. Thank you to each and every person at Sidel’s who made our dining experience so enjoyable. We made a reservation for 11 guests including two small children to celebrate a special birthday over the weekend and there are no words to describe how truly amazing everything was. Each person went above and beyond the entire time without hesitation. From providing a cake for the birthday girl at the last minute, welcoming all of us like we were family, & bringing toys out for my children who started to get a bit restless, my family and I cannot thank you all enough. We can’t wait to return again very soon! ♥️“

“If I had to have my last meal on earth it would be RIGHT HERE! The greatest food ever!“

“Tried Sibio’s for first time today for lunch- definitely worth the drive. Food was very good and prices appropriate. I definitely enjoyed this wonderful Italian restaurant. Decor falls between original 1970s and a little updated - but that was charming and likely kept prices so reasonable. The place was quite busy for an afternoon lunch and service prompt and attentive enough! Highly recommend - we will be back to try more. Everything coming out of the kitchen looked great!“

“I got 2 trays of red pizza with anchovies & the pizza was Absolutely Scrumptious. Pizza was phenomenal. Loved it! Everything was perfect even though I ordered out. Order was ready when I got there & just the smell, I couldn't wait to get home to have a piece. Sheer Perfection.“

“Have always had a great meal and pleasant experience. Anything I’ve tried has been great and desserts are a must (I usually pass on desserts anywhere else…)“

“I went there for the first time on October 3rd. The food was excellent, and the staff were very friendly. Even though they didn't have a mocktail menu, the bartender made one on the fly, which was also excellent!“

“Outstanding Italian Family Service. Great food and prices.“

“there food was delicious and the staff was very good“

“the food is good, nice variety of menu options and the staff is very friendly.“

“The thai chicken soup might be one of the best things I’ve ever tasted in my life.“

“Hands down the absolute best pizza in the area, always friendly like visiting an old friend! Highly recommend!!“

“Been here many times,, had so many different meals. I haven’t been disappointed YET. Mike comes out and Greets his customers. The the atmosphere..“

“Awesome food and service“

“Outstanding service and food! Wayne and Mary go above and beyond! Haddock Gomez is my favorite!“

“Enjoying a pleasant meal out is always a treat, and Stirna's never fails to impress. My husband and I chose it for our anniversary dinner, and from the moment we stepped inside, the wait staff provided top-notch service, making us feel genuinely welcome. The food was delicious, and those legendary Stirna's brownies are always a must for a sweet treat. Much thanks to Cathy and her team.“

“We recently moved to the area a year ago and was looking for a perfect place to have our daughters 1st birthday party when we came across St. Anthony Center. On June 3 2023 we had our daughters party and it was absolutely fabulous I couldn’t have asked for a better place and better staff to have our daughters party at. They helped with everything and anything we needed and our family enjoyed Linda and everything she did for us. We are now looking forward to having future events at St. Anthony Center! Thank you again for a perfect event!“

“Everything is absolutely delicious!!! Love the vodka sauce, can’t get enough!“

“My family and I had a great experience at Olive Garden in Scranton. The food was good, the restaurant was clean, and the atmosphere was welcoming.

The highlight of our visit was our server, Anthony. He was absolutely amazing—friendly, attentive, and great with my kids. He joked around with them, kept everyone smiling, and made the entire dining experience enjoyable from start to finish. Service like that can really make a meal memorable, and Anthony did an outstanding job.

If I had one small critique, my chicken parmesan was a little dry, but that's more of a personal preference than a complaint. Everything else was excellent, and the outstanding service more than made up for it.

Thank you, Anthony, for helping make our family dinner such a great experience. We'll definitely stop by again when we're in the Scranton area!“

“Had a Brunch at the Highlands today after a funeral and the meal was great. A hidden gem. Try it“