50 Best Italian Restaurants near Ivyland

“We were visiting my Godmother and she made dinner reservations here. We don’t eat Italian dishes very often in order to save our waistlines and, frankly, most times the meals aren’t very good in Lancaster county, where we live. What a difference at this establishment!!! Everything was fresh and delicious. Authentic and the way Italian food should be done. We cannot wait to return ?Service was excellent!!! Very attentive waitstaff ?We had the eggplant rollatini, meatballs, penne pasta, angel hair pasta with marinara, Caesar salads, tiramisu, lava cake and a cappuccino.* insert chef’s kiss emoji! *“

“Ok so the cheesesteak is definitely than all other pizza shops. It’s about 11” meat is very juicy and flavorful with lots of melted creamy cheese and the onions were caramelized perfectly. I would absolutely give that steak sandwich a 20 out of 10“

“Great food and superb service. Server (Victoria) was exceptional and made our wedding anniversary dinner special. Ended up staying until close and had beautiful conversation with Victoria and owner, wasn't rushed out at all. Ordered the Arancini, Valona Signature salad, Gnocchi Pomodoro Mozz, and lamp chops. 5 layer cake was incredible, tasty and light. Everything was delish! Have seen a few negative reviews but highly recommend you put those aside and give it a try. You won't be disappointed.“

“Quality and authentic Italian food with an amazing and attentive staff that treats you like family. We had a delicious large family meal this evening - Roasted Red Peppers & Mozzarella, Eggplant rollatini, Caesar salad, calamari, Fusilli alla Polpa Di Granchio, Rigatoni alla Vodka, Pollo ai Limone, Veal ai Limone, Tiramisu and Cannoli. We are an Italian family and our standards are high - this place ticks all the boxes. If you haven’t tried this restaurant, go, because if you don’t then you’re missing out!“

“Food and service was excellent!! I had a hard time choosing what to order as everything sounded delicious. The Tuscan Salmon with mashed potatoes and winter vegetables was above my expectations ?? Beautiful place. Will be coming back for sure!“

“OMG!!! A friend of mine highly recommended this restaurant to me to try out. I am so happy that she did. I have eaten here two times since, and each time was an AWESOME EXPERIENCE!!! Let's start with the great service from their wait staff. Izzy, Gabriel, and Sarah were my main wait staff, BUT all the wait staff help each other. So if Izzy, Gabriel, or Sarah are busy taking care of other customers, their co-workers just jump right in and take care of your questions and/or needs quickly. And the FOOD IS SO AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!!! ? ? I LOVE LOVE LOVE their freshly made Garlic Knots that you get when you sit down. I also love their Mussels in white wine and garlic and their Meat Lasagna, Chicken Piccatta with capers, mushrooms in a very Yummy White Wine Lemon Sauce; and the portion size is definitely worth every penny - it's Huge - you will leave with a meal's worth for the next day (see picture). And I love their Tiramisu for dessert, too. They have a Great Menu with Many, Many More Choices of different Yummy foods, on top of their Pasta dishes such as the Pizzas, Stromboli and Cheese Steaks, etc. Plus, the restaurant is kept very Clean, it's very family friendly and it's just cozy. All their Customers, including myself, enjoy their food and time at Graeme Park Pizza & Cafe located in Horsham, Pennsylvania. It is another Hidden Gem that I am so happy to have found.YOU must come and try it out for yourself. You will NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.“

“Everything was delicious from the bread to the dessert. The shrimp risotto was excellent. We ordered the meatball app which was served with grated parm and ricotta. Again, delicious. Highly recommend. Prices were reasonable especially for a byob.“

“I went with my family for dinner here and the aesthetic was top tier with the dark browns and tans. It really fit the Jenkintown vibe. I ordered the squid ink pasta and it was very filling and well seasoned and the tiramisu was a refreshing closer to an excellent meal. I would absolutely recommend this establishment.“

“The best pizza within 35 minutes of my residence! Great sauce, wonderful cheese, tasty crust. My only complaint is the thickness of the crust, it's too doughy/thick especially at the ends. Next time I order, I'm going to see if they can use medium size dough and stretch to a large pie.“

“Our first time here and the food and service was amazing. Tori was our server and she took great care of our party of 5. All our meals were outstanding. The orange cello at the end of the meal delicious. Mother’s Day dinner for Rene well deserved and we will be back . Byob too.“

“The white cheesesteak pizza is our Friday night staple. My kids told me to write that it is slammin. Honestly though, you guys are killing it. Quality food, great service and an overall great spot. Glad to see you so busy on a Friday night ❤️“

“I can't rave more about this place!! The ambiance is fantastic, the service is impeccable and the food is outstanding!! I had a great birthday celebration tonight and will definitely be back! I highly recommend the fried mozzarella and the veal sorrentino! Chefs kiss!!“

“Four of us all enjoyed our dinner here. It was our first time at Villa Barolo. The food and drinks were excellent, as was our service. The peach martini I ordered to start was first rate - and served in a chilled glass. The fresh baked bread was a nice starting touch. The beet and goat cheese salad was generously sized. All four of us enjoyed our main courses, including lamb chops, scallops, and the sea bass special. Two members of our party had special requests (nothing peppery, etc) and the kitchen was very accommodating. Noise level was very low- maybe because this was the Saturday night of Easter weekend. (?). We will definitely return.“

“Wow, what an experience! We were able to secure a reservation for a Thursday night, which was difficult. We enjoyed the ambiance, the staff, and most importantly, our meal!I had the lobster bisque for a starter, my husband had the clam chowder and our table shared large Caesar salads. We ordered the bangin shrimp and shared it with the table as well. For our main meals, 4 out of 5 of us had the all-you-can-eat mussels and my MIL had the fish and chips. All was incredible and the freshest seafood we've had in a long time.We had a fabulous experience and are grateful to the staff and owners for doing a wonderful job. We will 100% come back again and again.Update: We ended up going for lunch a few weeks after 1st review and it was just as enjoyable. The wait staff was a delight and we were treated like family. The cheesy bread is to die for and we enjoyed our calamari app along with the best gnocchi alfredo I've had in my entire life. My husband had the shrimp & lobster pasta with vodka sauce and it was incredible as well. This is becoming a frequent spot to dine. Can't wait to try more of what they have to offer!“

“Meglio’s is a place that my coworkers and I order from frequently and now my family enjoys it as well. It is well run and organized with delicious food. Joe provides a positive and upbeat experience, start to finish along with the entire staff. When you’re there you feel like family. Their hospitality is amazing! I cannot recommend Meglio’s enough!“

“Please use RESY.com to find and reserve this wonderful space. They have had issues changing over from OpenTable to RESY, with OpenTable being the thorn in the process. Cost them some patronage when both engines said there were no tables available. Simply call them to confirm tables and times. You will not be disappointed.“

“I order from here all the time for me and the kids. The pizza is great, my kids LOVE the wings, and I'm a sucker for their onion rings. Food is always fast, fresh, and great. People are nice, friendly, and easy... it's our "go to" spot!“

“This is the second time I’ve gotten takeout from here and I have to say it’s always a wonderful experience. The people are so nice and friendly snd they’re always so helpful. The first time I got the Delizia salad with the chicken on it and it was so delicious! And today I got something as simple as the classic chicken sandwich and Most pizza places give you chicken that’s rubbery and full of gristle but this chicken sandwich was unbelievable! They put a lot of chicken breast on it and it’s cooked perfectly it was nice and tender and had no gristle. The fries were nice and crisp and crunchy too. And the brioche roll that it came on was super delicious. This place is a great little find and awesome for a quick meal on the run. Their pizza I’m sure is great as well I haven’t tried that yet. Thanks Delizia for being the best pizza place ever! ?“

“The food at La Piovra is so fresh and the service is excellent!! Rena who works there is always so kind too! Not only do they have great pizza, but their steak, fish, is so delicious. If you are looking to try a new place in the area- this is it!“

“The restaurant is beautiful, the service is excelente I think is the best part, the food is good for the price and big portions I think one entree is good for 2 people, we went to celebrate my friend birthday and she was so happy, my favorite part is they have a not alcoholic drinks I loved “

“First....the menu is HUGEEEE. but it's ALL AMAZING. I live an hour away but will no doubt be driving back there for more food. If you're ever near bensalem....even if your not, you need to go here. Damn good cheesesteak.....I got the Fanky Cheech with extra long hots ? it was amazing. The service is super friendly .... unsuspecting from the outside but it's a real gem ?“

“I am giving you 5 stars for putting up with the ignorant, racist degenerate that came into your restaurant. I am also giving you 5 stars for handling it the right way and with grace. It is obvious from the comments you make amazing, delicious food. If I didn't live in a different country, I would offer my support by frequenting your lovely restaurant, but as it is, I will offer you well deserved support and respect in this review.❤“

“This was an interesting find in the Huntingdon Valley area. My chicken rollatini was delicious along with the side vegetables. Unfortunately, my husband's strip steak was not very tender. We wouldn't recommend ordering that. The tiramisu was delicious. It was a very nice atmosphere and even though it was filled with people we could still talk at our table. The service could have been better. We waited longer than we wished for the waiter to come take our order, and to ask about dessert. We may try again when it's less crowded and try something else on the menu.“

“I went in because I was craving chicken wings and ordered a platter with cheese fries on the side-very tasty and crispy just wish they had coleslaw, which is something they don't offer here because it's not in demand, I guess im different as I love a side of slaw to balance the meal? regardless still a nice lil spot and will be ordering from here whenever I feel the desire for wings!“

“It's not a typical strip mall restaurant. We decided last minute to go here and were pleasantly surprised. Arrived just after opening and initially felt under dressed, but after the owner greeted us, we quickly forgot our discomfort as we took in the nicely decorated room and tables. The menu has plenty of options, including a list of specials plus a few items he mentioned that weren't listed but may have been because it was the Friday after Valentine's Day. We opted for the Veal Parm. My husband got the Clams Casino appetizer, which he said was the best he's ever had. The salad with house dressing was packed with veggies along with the lettuce, and the house dressing was definitely not from a bottle. My barley soup was flavorful as was everything we had. The large piece of veal was sliced thin, which may have made it not as tender as it could have been, but I still enjoyed it. I really enjoyed the seasoned mixed veggies I chose instead of the pasta. The tiramisu is a cake version but very good. That and the chocolate cake do have a liquor flavor added to them, which is strong but not overpowering to me, but may be for some. We will definitely return to try something new.“

“We frequent this Independent Italian restaurant about once a month. The location is 10 minutes from our 88-year-old mother and she orders the same pasta dish every time and enjoys her wine with her meal (which she takes 2/3 home). This is a BYOB and casual dress place. Service has always been impeccable. The food is awesome. My only negative is the appetizers are great but I think a bit overpriced for what you get. The main meals comes with pasta or veggies, and a small dinner salad. You can upgrade the house salad to a Caesar salad, and sub pasta for veggies for a small up-charge.“

“European style restaurant, so a lot of tables in a small space. Usually the food is great, but I ordered the Branzino special and it was swimming in oil. What a shame. My dining companions had Veal Parm and Chicken Parm and didn't have that problem.“

“FANTASTIC food, you truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is delicious. Great service. Wonderful ambiance, very charming inside and a beautiful outdoor seating area. My absolute favorite restaurant. Can't recommend highly enough.“

“The cheesesteak is awesome. It would be my #1 only if the ribeye was chopped up as fine a Dellasandro’s, but my gosh is it good. I have no issue driving 30 minutes to get there. It was so good that I couldn’t eat it all and purposely saved half for later. Seriously though, don’t sleep on this establishment. I’ll be a regular customer from now on (even if Dellasandro’s is only 7 minutes away).“

“We had a reservation and were seated promptly at the reserved time. This was our first time eating at Trevi, and we are so glad we discovered it. The restaurant itself is adorable.....the lighting nice and soft, and attractive decorations on the walls. The very nice waitress explained that the meals were cooked to order, so it may take a little long. The wait gave us time to enjoy a cocktail ( was pleasantly surprised that Trevi is a BYOB and also serves their own wine and PA made liquor). Such a great option! The food was absolutely fantastic! The menu is extensive with lots of options. I had the eggplant parmigiana, and I have NEVER had any better! It was creatively served with breaded eggplant slices covered in sauce and cheese, and plated with pesto pasta with broccoli rabe. Exceptional!! I can't wait to have it again. I should add that I am an ova-lacto vegetarian and I was so happy to see that there were several vegetarian options. I want to go back and try that mushroom pizza! I also loved the fact that there is olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano and red pepper flakes on the table. Therefore, I was able to create my own seasoned olive oil in which to dip my bread. So appreciated! There is no doubt in my mind that we will be returning to this wonderful restaurant!“

“Holy deliciousness Batman!!! My absolute favorite lunch spot. Add happiness to your life and get a Brazilian Chicken (or Steak) Sandwich. SOOOOOO GOOD!!!Only open for lunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sundays. Closed January through March usually.Right on the Pennypack Trail so the atmosphere couldn’t be nicer.The staff is always friendly and helpful. I make it a point to go once a week.Why are you still reading this??? Go! Enjoy!“

“I love the hoagies at this place. So many options and I have ordered Hoagie trays from here on so many occasions. I love the quality of the food and we always get compliments on how great the hoagies taste. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a delicious Hoagie tray for any event.“

“We dined at Bocelli's earlier this evening and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. The homemade lobster ravioli surpassed all expectations; each bite was a delightful explosion of flavor. The staff exuded warmth and hospitality, making our evening truly memorable. From my grandparents to my husband and me, everyone felt genuinely cared for. The bruschetta was a perfect start to our meal, with fresh ingredients that left us craving more. The atmosphere was inviting, adding to the overall charm of the place. Without a doubt, I highly recommend Bocelli's for an unforgettable dining experience! Cannot wait to return.“

“A hidden gem in the northeast. The food is delicious,swear my husband would eat here every day if he could. The drinks are just as delish. When the weather is nice,the outside bar is the way to go,it has a down the shore vibe. If you haven't been to this restaurant,u need too!!“

“I’m a displaced New Yorker who’s been living in PA for almost 30 years and I’ll give any pizza place a chance to see if it comes close to a slice from NYC. There’s a handful of places that come close spread out in Philly’s burbs and this is one of them. The sauce has a touch of sweetness, the cheese is just a tad salty, and the crust is just the right thickness. I’ve only ever had fresh pies delivered so I can’t speak to individual slices. But hands down this is the best pizza in the Richboro/Newtown area if a slice of NYC nostalgia is what you consider the perfect slice.“

“We had a lunch for about 40 people after our elopement and everything went amazing! Food was great we had mixed flatbreads, penne vodka, chicken parm, and filet mignon. Everything tasted amazing and all of our guests agreed. The staff really went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our wedding day. We could not have asked for anything more.“

“This is the best sandwich shop in the Philly area. It’s attached to the Home Depot store n Bustleton ave. It’s hard to believe there isn’t a line out the door. I believe it’s due to the large Ukrainian population in the area.“

“We ordered from or dined at Amalios three times now. Every time the food is better than the last. First visit was a to go order of slices - plain and grandmas. The plain was good but the Grandma's was exceptional Second visit was a dine in visit with my husband. We ordered the Grandma's pizza to share and we both loved it. Tonight we ordered take out and my husband ordered the Stromboli. He said it was a 10 out of 10. I ordered a plain cheesesteak. I am from Philadelphia (47 years old) and have had many cheesesteaks from all the usual haunts as well as local ones. This was the best cheesesteak I have ever had, hands down. The roll was super fresh and toasted. The meat to roll ratio was absolutely perfect. We are now a loyal Amalios customer. So happy they opened less than 2 miles from my front door. Run, don't walk to them for a great meal!“

“Great location for the family to dine. Kids can always find a meal or appetizer they willl enjoy. Love the special. Bartenders make great drinks and the desserts are delicious. Call ahead for reservations or you cab wait and typically not a long wait. Can get loud in the dinning rooms“

“Great food, Great vibe and Great Ambience. The only thing I would say that needs to improve is service. I think the waiter/waitress staff are assigned to many tables which causes a break down in service. Servers are so busy they can't check back in on their tables, and it took forever to get our check. I think this hurts the restaurants' ability to turn over tables quicker to help cut down on wait times.“

“For all that remember Fantinis Pizza in North Wales....meet the original! Their signature swirl garlic pizza...red sauce...is our go to. Up from Tampa and this was one of my "MUSTS." Grabbed 3 pies to share with family and was as great as always! When Fantinis in North Wales closed....I thought paradise was lost....but many years later, we found LA Cucina Fanti and paradise was found! Been going there now for over 15 years!!!!! You won't be disappointed....family owned!!!!“

“Bella's is small but cute; family friendly not fancy. The aroma coming from the kitchen was wonderful and helped us immediately develop an appetite. We started with mussels in marinara. The sauce was good and the mussels tender. Their buttery garlic rolls are addictive! I had the salmon special. A large baked salmon filet with sautéed spinach, garlic and grape tomatoes. The salmon was very moist, tender and not overcooked. My husband had the veal marsala. While he liked it, he said the marsala sauce was bland. It wasn't nearly the best he's ever had. Service was fantastic and the prices very reasonable. Overall a pleasant experience.“

“If you have a chance to eat at Angelo's - take it!This restaurant was a favorite of my mom's and her husband's. I don't live locally but when I came back to visit, I was thrilled to take my mom here to dine. Mom is no longer with us so we had a luncheon in her memory this month. Mom's favorites were the French onion soup, shrimp scampi and the homemade (by Angelo's wife) Tiramisu. I appreciate the gluten free options, the gf pasta was terrific, so is their gf pizza. For the luncheon the portions were generous, the food delicious.Angelo is no longer with us but his wife, his son and his wife make coming to a restaurant seem like you are coming home. I grew up eating Italian food, homemade by my grandmom who arrived to the U.S. in the 1920s. The food here, tastes just as terrific as grandmom's (Sorry granny:)The service is terrific, the value is great and it's BYOB.Vegetarian options: There are plenty of pasta items without meat and plenty of seafood choices.Kid-friendliness: We've brought kids here, there are high chairs and if you need something simpler for a young kids palette, they have it.Wheelchair accessibility: There is plenty of parking and there is a ramp for wheelchairs or scooters, the restaurant has special for both items.“

“We had another great birthday celebration @Bacio tonight! There was 9 of us and Jay and our waiter James went out of their way to make it great. Tons of appetizers, great platters and dessert trays. We sat in the nice private side room with fireplace. It was perfect!“

“Atmosphere is not applicable because we ordered to a business. This review is based off of eating at Guiseppes's two times this week. We ordered salads for an entire office on Tuesday and each and every salad was phenomenal. This place left such a wonderful impression on us we had to order just two days later; we ordered a variety of pizzas. We requested party slices which was not done. The pizzas didn't hit home for us the way the salads did (said no one ever but I digress :). To be fair they were having a lot of trouble with their phones at the time of my order being placed so it may have been a bit busy there. The pizzas were not bad but just not up to par with those salads. With all this said this will be a regular spot for our office. Well done!“

“So this is the 2nd time I’ve asked Giovanni’s to help me out and surprise my parents by paying for their meal(it was my dad’s birthday) while they were eating. They went above and beyond and even sent a picture to confirm it was them!!! My parents love this place and both enjoyed their meal (as they always do!) Thank you so much to everyone at Giovanni’s for helping out!“

“Absolutely amazing experience. Food was out of this world and dessert was this best thing ever. Antipasto was peach buratta, mixto grill for 2 and arancini. Gemeli special with seafood and white wine sauce. Aso Bucco over mash. Creme brûlée, torta calabrese and tree leche.“

“My family and I went to Acqua e Farina for the first time this afternoon to have a nice lunch to celebrate my Mom’s birthday. The brick oven pizzas that we had were delicious and the server was friendly. I highly recommend the restaurant and look forward to going back soon!“

“A Quality Taste of Italy. Menu showing dishes not seen in restaurants, meaning the Italian creativity of food offered, a pleasant and wonderful offering, not to mention the tastes and flavors. Frankly, not gonna find this type cuisine unless in Italy. Compliments to the Owner and staff.“

“Enza is our spot! Everyone at Enza is friendly, smiling, attentive and just fantastic. We would consider this our goto place for a night out. The bar always is a great place to sit and chat with the locals and neighbors. Pizza is spot on as well as the full thoughtful and tasty menu. They have a complete bar and wine list which just adds to all the fun!“