50 Best Italian Restaurants near Elkins Park

“Hidden gem, such a cute place and very clean. Food was amazing everything from the calamari to the cappuccino. Waiter was really nice and attentive. Definitely going back“

“This place is a gem! Absolutely loved the food, service, and atmosphere. Very welcoming. My meal (seafood linguini) was made to perfection, very flavorful. The lemon cake was beautiful and refreshing. The lady I met (the mom) was very kind and accommodating. Will definitely return.“

“I live in WA but grew up in PA. Thankyou for a wonderful dinner for my mom's birthday. The service while ordering over the phone from WA was excellent and my parents loved the meal. Would recommend and I will return for sure!! Thank you!“

“they had me clean cockroaches out of the delivery bags a lot they fired me for taking days off that they approved they also had us work when the roads were heavily flooded during hurricane Ida and I slipped and fell on a day that was very icy“

“Great restaurant - highly recommended“

“Great covered outdoor patio along with tasty food - perfect combination.“

“Both the food and the service are Excellent.“

“Ate there yesterday and friendly Atmosphere, very friendly and excellent food“

“The good is absolutely amazing“

“Food was delicious and staff was friendly“

“My Wife and I had a Fabulous Meal on Friday 06/21/24. From the fresh oysters to the main entrees. Staff were very polite and efficient. We were not rushed.. Definitely will be returning soon!!“

“Not child friendly need more option“

“Awesome experience! Great food! Excellent service!“

“Incredible food, wonderful staff and service. We loved our date night here! Highly recommend.“

“Voglia was a great way to spend our 26th anniversary together. The food is amazing and beautifully displayed! The service is fantastic too! BYOB is a good option as well. Inside or outside seating 🎊“

“Excellent Food & Amazing Service 👍👍“

“Do yourself a favor; invite 4-5 friends bring a nice bottle of wine and you will have a wonderful evening. Don’t be afraid to simply order the specials.“

“Spectacular food and ambiance! First time here last night - was for my dad’s 70th. The food was unbelievably fantastic! Erid (our server) was excellent and very attentive. The bartender Patrick made the most delicious espresso martinis I’ve had to so far anywhere. The chicken parm took up the entire plate and the chicken carbonara tasted other-worldly! The wine selection is excellent and it was just an overall excellent experience. I’m already jonesing to go back!!!“

“This food was so delicious. We got the seasonal special which was a short rib ravioli and it was delicious, the perfect portion and not too heavy but still decadent and delicious. The NY Strip was also tasty it was cooked just the way we like it but the steak itself was not as flavorful as I had hoped.“

“Amazing atmosphere with incredible service and great food! Thank you Bellini!“

“Finally got to visit my friend’s restaurant! We were NOT disappointed!! Excellent food, attentive staff in a quiet warm atmosphere. The menu made it so hard to decide but the Crab Cakes were the best I’ve ever eaten. The food at the whole table was amazing. Looking forward to dining again when we’re back in town!“

“Been eating there since I was a kid with family in the market. Now live in Key West for last 30 years but specifically make sure each time I come up to see family I go to Villa Di Roma, clams casino, asparagus, gravy and the people there that run it all family. Amazing piece of the food history of the Italian market that is a must try anytime.“

“We have eaten here several times and have always enjoyed great service and excellent food!!“

“Great atmosphere, fun pasta options and perfect service!“

“Wow! Went to this restaurant with my sister and her family for her birthday and what a hidden gem! The service was immaculate! The food was so good and worth the price. If you want a true fine dining experience with authentic and traditional Italian food this is the place.“

“Outstanding service and dining experience. Phenomenal food. BYOB!“

“The food was outstanding, I had the eggplant & burrito appetizer and the fusilli with crab and cherry tomatoes in a broccoli pesto sauce...delicious. And always my end to a great m a also is a dessert. I am seeker of great tira misu, and their's was outstanding as well and homemade as everything else had been. But I must know if the tira misu was made with mascarpone. Please ler me know. I will definitely come again!“

“This is our first time to Philadelphia and we are big Stallone/Rocky fans so we were excited to try this restaurant where some of Rocky Balboa and Creed was filmed. This was one of the best dining experiences with phenomenal entrees, excellent staff, beautiful atmosphere and amazing entertainment with the wait staff breaking into operatic song!! 10/10 recommend!!“

“My all time favorite Philly restaurant! Delicious food, amazing service, and the best atmosphere in Fitler Square! 10/10!“

“Always great food. Not you ordinary food and prices are very good for this quality. Small cozy place and the service is good.“

“The food was excellent! I had the grouper special with risotto and enjoyed every last bite. My friend had the shrimp scampi and she said it was the best she has tasted. Everything from the food to the atmosphere and staff was wonderful. The owners are so nice and I will definitely be coming back!“

“This was one of our most memorable dinners of 2025 so far — everything we ordered was delicious.

We started with the marinated tomatoes with stracciatella and the focaccia, then had the Thai basil tagliatelle with crab and the breaded pork chop as mains, and finished with the corn brûlée and blueberry pâte à choux for dessert.

The marinated tomatoes with the focaccia were an excellent pairing, and the tagliatelle was a surprisingly delightful fusion — spicy, flavorful, and very well balanced. The pork chop was excellent too: juicy and flavorful, though slightly undercooked near the bone. The corn brûlée was fantastic, while the pâte à choux was the only dish that didn’t quite hit the mark.

Overall, the food was outstanding and the space was very cozy. Our only wish was for slightly better ventilation in the restaurant, but otherwise, it was an amazing dining experience.“

“my fiance and I were in Philly (from Maine) and she treated me to Osteria for my birthday dinner. The service was amazing throughout the meal, I wish I got the servers name as he was really an incredibly friendly young man who clearly knew the menu very well. The atmosphere is wonderful and the interior is just lovely. In terms of the food, I had the wild boar bolognese which was a special that night, and it was AMAZING!! Really, all the food was impeccable, from the focaccia to our mains. Super pleased and the next time I’m in town, I will most definitely be coming back!!“

“We were able to take advantage of the $45 special. The caponata and bread were excellent as was the salad with walnuts and goat cheese. The fried calamari was cooked perfectly and the marinara sauce was delicious. My husband enjoyed the salmon and fiussile dish which was a very generous portion. Zuppe de pesce was chuck full of a good variety of seafood and a lot of spaghetti. The tiramisu was delicious. The gratis red wine was mediocre.“

“Went to this restaurant for the first time today. Loved it! Great customer service. Loved the decor of the place. The food was great! I will be going back.“

“My wife and I love The Saloon Restaurant.....the food is outstanding and the atmosphere is great. We eat at the Saloon when ever we are in the Philadelphia area or any where near Philly!!! IT IS OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN PHILADELPHIA AND THE UNITED STATES, FOR THAT MATTER!!! IF YOU ARE IN PHILLY, DON'T MISS THE SALOON!!! DEM“

“Great dinner and wonderful service!“

“celebrated my daughter's 16th birthday last night and everything was perfect.“

“This place was a true dining experience! The staff to the chefs was truly amazing. I recommend the tasting menu, it allows you to understand the authenticity and story of Tulip Pasta & Wine Bar through their food. My boyfriend and I enjoyed ourselves so much we plan to take our moms to experience the same enjoyment we did. Can’t wait to be back“

“My family is from Northern Italy. My grandmother and great grandmother were the best cooks in the world. They would have loved the food at Dolce. My family was at home in Memphis making raviolas that same day my daughter and I were in Philadelphia. It was our first visit to your beautiful city. When we return someday, we will definitely be coming back there to eat. Thank you for a wonderful 70th birthday dinner. Mille grazie!“

“We had a great experience! Our table got a pie, 1 cheesesteak with, 1 cheesesteak without and a chicken parm sandwich. We loved everything! They were super busy w carryout (1st eagles game vs the cowboys) and we still got our food quickly. Great service and great waiter!“

“Fantastic dining experience our server Sean Martin was amazing.“

“Food was fantastic! All of the wait staff was extremely attentive and very nice. We ordered their version of chicken parm, which was crispy and flavorful, the marinara was delicious! We also got the seafood pasta in a pink cream sauce which was also fantastic! BYOB which is always great and they also have a comprehensive drink menu!“

“It was my first time there and it was GREAT! My parents used to go and always spoke highly of it. I'll go back next time in the area.“

“Went to Adelina's five months ago the week they opened. It was a disappointing experience on multiple fronts and my review said as much. Last night was completely different and I thought it was important to say so. The service was attentive. The wine list was expanded and had more affordable options. But the star of the night was the food. Eggplant fritters were crispy outside and pillowy inside and came with a delicious complementary dipping sauce. A charcuterie board is not usually something that excites me. But the selections we tried were transportative. The pecorino tartufo with our Pinot noir were the perfect pair. The other meats and cheese we tried made every bite a party. Our entree selection was the lasagne, which we didn't realize was vegetarian. The dish completely won us over. Inventive and flavorful, the lasagne in not like something you've had before and is a must try! I'm so glad we came back and gave Adelina's another try. Cheers!“

“Keep being excellent Amy's!! Great staff!!“

“It was an unforgettable dinner. The moment I stepped inside, I felt as if I had been invited to a close friend’s or family member’s home for a warm, intimate meal. The space is small, cozy, and wonderfully personal. The two chefs prepared and served each course with perfect timing, offering fresh, beautifully crafted dishes one after another without a single moment of dullness.

It was a joy not only to taste the food but also to watch the careful, thoughtful preparation behind every plate. The flavors were excellent, the progression of courses felt seamless, and I left with that perfect feeling of satisfied fullness.

There is no doubt that this restaurant fully deserves its Michelin one-star rating. A truly memorable dining experience.

The only thing I found disappointing was that, although I mentioned it was our wedding anniversary when making the reservation, nothing was acknowledged at all. The staff’s prepared guests’ birthday cakes, special party hats, cards and even a moment where the lights were turned off so everyone in the room could celebrate together. In contrast, our table didn’t receive even a simple mention of our anniversary.“

“I’ve heard about Fiorino for so long, especially from someone who lives in Florida! I finally went and it was all they said it would be! Absolutely delicious! I asked our server what entree I should get because I couldn’t decide between 2 of them that I wanted. He said “No problem! I’ll bring you a half portion of each!” WHO does that in today’s world?! So absolutely kind and cool. I loved every single thing I had there and can’t wait to go back!“

“As wonderful as I remember. A true cc gem. Get the tiramisu“

“Excellent food & service , been here many times, Love it ❤️👍“