50 Best Italian Restaurants near Duryea

“Food was great. Tripe was probably the best I had in the area and service was excellent. The cook even came out asking how everything was. Very personable and great atmosphere. I highly recommend.“

“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. ♥️🩷“

“Food was amazing, perfect atmosphere, and the service was excellent! This place is phenomenal!! Highly recommend! You won’t be disappointed!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Excellent service. Quality menu & food.😊“

“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!“

“we had Chicago style pizza. was excellent!! Highly recomend!!!“

“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!“

“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 �“

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

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

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

“We came here and had shareables. My sister got the French onion soup which looked and tasted delicious. The atmosphere can be updated but it does fit the menu and climate. I had the ham and cheese triple decker and it was so fresh and wheat bread was amazing. Recommend.“

“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“

“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.“

“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!“

“We ordered the Gramma Sicilian tonight.....Excellent!! The crust was perfection! The blend of sauce, cheese and pesto was the best Gramma pizza I've ever had. The gentleman who handled my order was so welcoming and friendly also! Thank you!“

“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!“

“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! 😋“

“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.“

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

“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!!“

“Great food and pleasant wait staff!“

“Absolutely incredible! Called to pay compliments to the chef. Always comes hot, fresh and never disappoints. 10/10.“

“Had the chicken Parmesan with pasta—absolutely delicious! You can really taste that the pasta is made from scratch!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

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

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

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

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you haven’t had Demuros pizza, you’re seriously missing out. From the moment you walk in, you can tell they care about quality. The dough is fresh and handmade, the sauce has the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the cheese is always melted just right. The cheese pull on the double crust white pizza is INSANE😍 Their pizzas come out hot, loaded with toppings, and cooked to perfection every time. You can actually taste the difference in the crust — it’s crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and never greasy. Whether you’re grabbing takeout for the family or ordering delivery for a cozy night in, they make it easy and always get it right. The staff is friendly, the service is fast, and the prices are more than fair for the quality you get. Deals like two fresh, handmade medium pizzas for $19.99 make it a no-brainer. This is the kind of local pizza shop you want to support — consistent, delicious, and welcoming. Once you try it, it’ll become your go-to spot. It’s an absolute Pittston staple! Highly recommend! 🍕🔥“

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

“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“

“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..“

“Lemme just tell you, I wanna kiss Giuseppe right now! We ordered subs, wings and pizza and drove it back to Scranton. Everything was fire ?. How have I not eaten here before.? You guys got your s*** together, lemme tell you!! I'll be back, Jack!!“

“Chicks wing and cheese steak Stromboli with mushrooms and peppers and black olives the best in NEPA , you must try it highly recommended“