50 Best Italian Restaurants near Elizabeth

“Absolutely delicious homemade food, great little ma & pa diner the employees are so sweet and inviting. We’ll definitely be back. Also the owner was there and she’s so pleasant to talk to hear the history of her little diner. Thank you very much for this great experience 🙏“

“Best food best prices“

“On Sunday we had an In house catered party for dinner and it was excellent! The food was topnotch and the service was great! Special shout out to our server, Bram (Brahm). He was efficient, kind, and organized. From the drinks served before, to the food, then the cake,and packing us up to go, he did it all with a little help by Samantha. There was not one complaint from our party of 20. Thanks so much to all! All I can add is yum!!“

“Amazing food and a great atmosphere. We enjoyed live music and a tremendous dinner. Would recommend Asti’s to anyone. The owner is awesome!“

“Always great! You can’t miss with this place!!“

“Love Domenicos. Food and drinks are worth the drive.“

“My family and friends celebrated my retirement at Storms last night. The food and service were incredible! Thank you to Stephanie and her team for a fantastic evening! If you haven’t checked out Storms yet, you REALLY must! Fantastic, authentic Italian food!💕“

“Fantastic food ,great service..
If you haven't supported this local family owned restaurant yet you are missing out !
The menu is amazing.. thank you Joe our bartender for the great service. Catch you next time Bobby. We dined in and took a huge order home .. DELICIOUS 😋
Jimmy,
Greater Pitt Tree Service 🌳“

“Delicious, fresh homemade food. The food a service was out of this world! Highly recommend.“

“Great family-owned business with amazing homemade food!“

“We recently held my parents 50th wedding anniversary party there and it was wonderful! Everyone I dealt with, from the event coordinator, kitchen staff, and wait staff, were incredibly kind and went above and beyond to make our event a special one. I would definitely recommend Rene’s in the future.“

“I am so glad my husband and I found Yoli's. We went there for the 2nd time tonight and every single thing we got was phenomenal just like the 1st time! From their salads, to the bread and oil, to their Yoli Rolis, to the stuffed shells, to the Grandma Bevy, the food is just unbelievable. I got the crab cake tonight and I have to say, it was one of the best I've ever had, and I've had them in Maryland! We got the canookie for dessert and it was bigger than our heads but unbelievably amazing. Plus everything is SUPER reasonably priced! On top of everything else, the staff is extremely friendly! This is definitely our go-to restaurant from here on out. I can't wait for many more dinners at Yoli's!“

“Food is absolutely delicious and the staff is so nice, kind and helpful.“

“What an amazing find such a nice tiny wonderful little restaurant right in town next to the library. I hadn’t even noticed it before but my goodness best Seabass I think I’ve ever eaten in my life. Great service nice cool dining room and strong cocktails a great time!!“

“Friends and I enjoyed dinner at Tillie's last night and it was a great evening. Of course, the company was great but the food was also great. And, our server was a joy. She was pleasant, attentive and did a good job. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and excellent service. Thanks!!!“

“this has become my wife and I's favorite Italian restaurant in the South Hills. portions are huge. Food is absolutely delicious. Quick warning though if you order the stuffed hot peppers they will be HOT. They're absolutely delicious though!“

“I’d like to give a big shout out to Tracey. We’ve been sick in this house and once coming back to life we wanted la eda’s. So I went to pick it up. On way home I got a call. My salad wasn’t in my order. Yep before I was even home ❤️. I went back and she brought out to me with a giant smile 😊. Thanks for bringing us back to life with the best food 💯❤️“

“We love it here! Best prices in the area and most definitely the BEST bartenders EVERRRRRRR ❤️“

“This was our first time coming here and my family was pleasantly surprised! Our server was nice and everyone’s food was really good! It was fresh and homemade and we will definitely make a trip back coming from Somerset County.“

“Such a nice quiet hospitable place to dine in. Food was top tier!! I will be returning with friends!“

“Had dinner there last night. My first time eating there and I will continue to go back! Food was delicious and were given a huge amount! Service was great and prices are good especially with the amount of food you get. We had a party of 7 we all got different meals and everyone was raving how good everything was. Definitely try this restaurant you will not be disappointed.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Normally, I don’t take the time to write a review unless the customer service, food, and overall environment truly stand out. Tonight, I’m leaving this review immediately after walking out because our experience was just that unforgettable. I’m so grateful that my family and I decided to go out to eat tonight. We’ve been here a few times before for takeout, but tonight was our first time sitting down as a whole family of 6 and enjoying the full experience and it did not disappoint! Our food came out hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The portions were great, and the prices were definitely worth it. The staff was so friendly, welcoming, and had the biggest smiles. You could genuinely feel the warmth in the atmosphere. And then there was an extra special moment that made our night even more memorable. My daughter and I love to read, and tonight we picked up Sherri’s book, Where I Want to Be. We are already obsessed! Sherri, congratulations on your FIRST book! It was such a pleasure meeting you tonight. I truly believe that little unexpected moment made our entire night even more special. Thank you to everyone for such a wonderful experience. We will absolutely be back and we’re already looking forward to our next visit! 🍕❤️ Keep doing what you’re doing. You have something really special here!“

“We dined there for the first time this week. We told our waitress, Katie, that we had never been and she went above and beyond to give us an amazing experience. Our drinks were constantly refilled and the appetizer hot pepper cheese balls were delicious. She recommended the cheese bread sticks (they were so good!) and we thought the pizza (pepperoni sausage mushrooms) was outstanding. Thank you Katie for being so attentive. We will definitely be back Shelly Pie!“

“One of the few good pizza spots in Pittsburgh!“

“the slaughter house 5 with red onion,😁 sausage pizza 😁 the Italian stallion calzone just awesome and a great price.😁 the home made Ranch dressing 😁“

“Omg it looks like a regular bar but is secretly a really good Italian restaurant.. I got the father in lay(shrimp scampi with a pork stuffed peppers my gf got the chicken parm and it reminded me of my grandma's chicken parm(im from nj) and the bread service omg with the tomato oil 5 stars all day..“

“Sandwiches are awesome, salads look great, and the staff is VERY friendly! You will not be disappointed if you get a hoagie there.“

“Anna and her staff were exceptional . The night before sister’s wedding there had been an accident to the front of the building. All was cleaned and ready for a great night. Staff, food and venue were excellent and I would recommend highly to anyone in need of a venue.“

“Honestly one of the better pizza shops around here. Quality ingredients and sauce is flavorful. Crust is perfectly chewy but still crispy.

True hole-in-the-wall type place, but the pizza is fantastic every time I pick one up here“

“Ordered catering for a birthday party. The chicken parm was perfect. Very tasty and very tender. The spaghetti was done just right. Sauce was very good. The salad was fresh and crispy. The only problem was with my fav item………the breadsticks. I got the included 12 and ordered 6 more. Very excited for this since I really enjoy these tasty treats. All 18 were like they had been sitting around for a week. No one could eat them they were so stale! Truly a shame because it would have made the meal experience even better. Oh well life moves on.“

“Okay, I’ll start by saying I’m sorry I didn’t take pictures but the pizza was almost swallowed whole. I’ll update with pics next time. I wouldn’t call myself a connoisseur but I know a good pie from the dollar store cheese grease bombs. We just moved to Elizabeth and so far the pizza has been TERRIBLE I won’t drag anyone thru the mud bc that’s not me.

What I will do is tell you what is a good pizza. This is by far and above everything in the area. I drove 30 mins to try it. I got home and even reheated a few slices in the oven a little (my issue bc of the commute) and ate some right out of the box. My wife had the Great White, I had the Napoli, blows every other option out of the water.

Yes they have their kids sometimes, who cares. Yes the dining room didn’t appear to be open tonight, who cares. I would have cleaned their bathrooms and waited an hour for this pizza compared to my options closer to home. This is now our go to pizza spot for the remainder of our life in the area. A+++ keep up the good work screw the haters you gotta do what you gotta do and your pizza is EXCELLENT. Needed to add that ingredient quality is top notch, no skimping there.“

“Ordered several entrees to go. The food was absolutely delicious!
The portion size was substantial and the quality was excellent! Very friendly staff as well. Understandable, on a Wednesday evening, they were on a wait. I will definitely return soon to try something new.“

“Try the Chicken parm family meal deal .. you won't be disappointed!!“

“I decided to purchase the family Thanksgiving to go meal this year and am so thrilled I did. We picked up at 10 and everything was ready to go and so well organized. Reheating instructions were included and everything was nicely packaged. The food was absolutely delicious!! The turkey was fall off the bone moist and tender. I highly recommend this Thanksgiving meal and look forward to purchasing again next year!!!“

“Great breakfast lunch and dinner everythings homemade fresh right in front of you.. great prices great portions and a great vibes...“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ highly recommended!“

“The food is amazing and affordable, service is awesome ❣️ delivery was on time food temp was perfect my hoagie was warm and my cheesecake was perfectly chill😋 one day I will have to dine in.... Thanks to all involved with my order ❣️ sorry no photo no time for that lol....“

“everything we have ever ordered from here has been great. had pizza, hoagies, gyros, soups, rolls. never had a complaint about any of the food. would recommend.“

“I hadn't placed an order in a while, but on Thursday I was so glad I did. The Western Reuben was delicious. The corned beef was so tender. *Sorry, I should have added that the staff is always so friendly*“

“Delicious food, good service! The dessert is fantastic! Wonder if it’s made in house?“

“I called IVP to order pizza for a school sports team event occurring on a Monday. I didn’t realize they are typically closed on Monday, but the person I spoke with was so pleasant and helpful and took our order anyway. They said they are usually there on Mondays to make dough, so they were happy to help us out with the pizzas we needed. Everything was perfect and ready exactly when we asked for it. I have always had great service and great quality food every time I have order from them.“

“If yinz find yourself passing through Munhall,PA like we were you’ve simply gotta stop in at the local tavern on Main Street! We stumbled upon Main Street Tavern and are thankful we did. This joint has big screens to watch an assortment of sporting events, copious options in the beverage arena and an assortment tasty food crafted by their cook (make sure you check the schedule ~ you won’t be disappointed!). Yinz know the show Cheers, right?! It was evident that the owners of this local establishment know everyone who walks through their doors by name. The greetings we’d witness as folks arrived was cheerful and when it was time to leave they’d give a shoutout “see yinz next time!” We bellied up to the bar and ordered two draft beers … what kind you ask … Yuengling of course! Do you know the story of Yuengling; it’s one of the American Spirit. It’s a tale of shared dreams, individual tenacity & an unwavering dedication to standards of quality. Like many American stories it starts amid the dreams of countless young immigrants looking for opportunity and emerges from the strength & will of one family determined to build their legacy in a new country. The story of America’s Oldest Brewery began when David G. Yuengling arrived from Wuerttemberg Germany to settle in the sleepy, coal-mining town of Pottsville, Pennsylvania. As I digress, like a story being shared with new friends over a cold beer I’ll get back to our visit at Main Street Tavern. We ordered draft refills to accompany the wings & hand crafted pizza we ultimately chose; the menu is filled with taste bud tempting & oh so many yummy in my tummy choices. The crust of the pizza is sourced locally along with most of the food you’ll find on Main Street Tavern’s; it’s an impressive menu. The meatballs are homemade & sought after by many (that’s what I gathered by listening to banter across the bar). The rabbit food aka salads galore I doubt will leave you hungry by the portions I saw being served causing me to second guess my choice but not for long, those first nibbles into the perfectly cooked wings & crisped drumsticks drizzled in sauce had me wanting more. The wing sauce was scrumpdillyicious & fingers were licked while our pizza was easily devoured as we shared this feast while bantering with the locals, staff and owners as college football played on the screens. Folks were filtering in and out, some playing pool while others shared stories of their week. It’s was kind of neat spending time in a local neighborhood establishment, the vibe is unique and very much welcomed. We learned that Main Street Tavern is a staple in the community and gives back regularly hosting an array of charitable events like chili cook-offs, Santa was just there for pictures with the kids, karaoke & local entertainment. Ugh! Now we had a problem of the most basic kind. Being in town only for one night we couldn’t enjoy other items offered on Main Street Tavern’s savory menu and the company of friendly folks that shared our evening; perhaps our return trip east in the spring requires a delightful detour?! So in review … this gal encourages you to divert yourself off the highway, head on over to historic Munhall (a borough in Allegheny County, PA on the west bank of the Monongahela river). At Main Street Tavern we found ourselves warmly welcomed as we stepped inside, filled up on an assortment of vittles, beverages severed with a smile & locals who were happy to sit alongside us as we conversed about our travels across our country.“

“Love their gluten free flatbread!“

“get a lot of lamb on gyro and cucumber sause is out of this world. pizza 🍕 great.“

“We sat on the outdoor covered patio on a perfect day. It was great! Thin crust pizza was very good and not greasy crust! We had sausage and zucchini pizza. It was excellent. Sauce is a little spicy but delicious! Debbie our server was so nice and helpful!“

“First timer here. We just had the Sicilian with pepperoni. It was absolutely delicious. The sauce wasn’t over sweet or over spicy. It was the perfect accompaniment to the light and fluffy pillow like dough with the ends having the perfect amount of crunch. Great balance all around. We will definitely be ordering more of this in the future it was BOMB“

“I had your competitor’s pizza Caliente’s wasn’t as good as this! I really like it! And delivery man was nice too! I won’t order any pizza in future only Olive Oil’s believe Me !👍🏼“

“This is the second time my order was messed up. The first time my gyro meat was burnt Not just dark, burnt. This time I ordered a pizza half plain and half with toppings. I was delivered a pizza with two plain pieces. When called they wanted me to drive the order in and get remaid. I offered to send a picture . Will never order again.“

“I ordered two large trays of hoagies for my men’s group. They were delicious. On top of that , everything was taken care of (enough condiments, plates, forks, etc). All without being asked. Even more, the service was exceptional. Very kind and helpful throughout. Thank you to the staff of Pleasant Hill’s Primo. I have added you to our monthly meal rotation so I will be back!“