50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lansdowne

“Holy crap this pizza is good! We are fairly new to Philly and heard of this spot through word of mouth. Edge of pizza crust was crispy, nice thickness and good taste. Right amount of cheese. Plenty of toppings. We also had spaghetti and meatballs with was delicious. Buffalo tenders were cooked to perfection. Grabbed some desserts to go. Got 5 to sample amongst us. Top 3, cheesecake, tiramisu, carrot cake. I believe I’ll grab some pizzas again for the Super Bowl. Go Birds!“

“I have been eating here since childhood, best food in the area. I've moved to South Carolina for 2 years now. My cousin came to visit recently and asked what she could bring me
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A CHEESESTEAK FROM ITALIAN KITCHEN PLEASE!!
What service she got! FABULOUS!!
they wrapped the meat, cheese and onions in foil, put the fresh split role in a container with my salt pepper ketchup and pickles on the side! When I got my hands on that! BAYBEEEE!!!
I was having a whole fat CHICK moment!! I LOVE THE ITALIAN KICTHEN, THANK YOU SO MUCH!“

“Great restaurant - highly recommended“

“The good is absolutely amazing“

“Both the food and the service are Excellent.“

“Awesome experience! Great food! Excellent service!“

“Food was delicious and staff was friendly“

“Our server, Katiey was pleasant and took care of all of our needs. We had the rigatoni abruzzi and it was excellent along with the delicious bread. Even had enough to take home for next day. Highly recommend!“

“My best friend brought me to this hidden gem last summer for my birthday and surprised me with a return visit this year — and I swear, it just keeps getting better. Hands down, this might be the best Italian in Philly. The food doesn’t just sit pretty on the plate — it jumps out, grabs you by the soul, and gives you a warm, savory hug. Every bite is a bold, beautiful explosion of flavor that hits you in the heart and the taste buds. This place isn’t just dinner — it’s a love story in pasta form.“

“Not child friendly need more option“

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

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

“Our first time at Bistro Romano and won't be our last. Romantic, quiet and dark with a piano playing softly in the distance. Service is great and food is delicious, especially the Caesar salad. Lobster ravioli was lightly sauced, with plenty of lobster and tender pasta. My partner ordered the strip steak, which he said was ok but I thought it was pretty good. Warm olives, a first for me, was good but more than I could eat by myself. I'd like to try other options on the menu but Caesar salad will be on repeat.“

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

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

“Amazing homemade lasagna and the cocktails were great as well“

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

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

“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!“

“My husband and our 17-year-old went for dinner, everything was absolutely amazing! martinis, old-fashions, appetizers(short rib French fries) omg, amazing dinner, delicious, service wonderful, good job la Padella“

“Food and service was impeccable. Roasted Chicken and Salmon dish arrived hot and were delicious. Servers were attentive and water and bread refilled without asking. I highly encourage you to look past their previous bad reviews. They are much much better than their 3.2 average rating as of this review.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“Capped off the end of our vacation with wonderful dinner here. Raluca the hostess and Cosmin our server were so accommodating and friendly. Our food and wine were beyond excellent and showed the true skill of the chef. Thanks to all for the best way to end our vacation!“

“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“

“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.“

“Burrata in Havertown never disappoints. Can’t go wrong with specials.“

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

“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.“

“We stopped by last night for dinner on our way back to NEPA and had the most amazing meal! Food portions are amazing, service was great. We will definitely add this place to our list while in the Philly area! We are eating out leftovers for lunch today!“

“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!“

“I absolutely love the selections and the quality of the food is fantastic. The atmosphere is pleasant and the table lay out is remarkable. To describe the service, it is super excellent and stupendous. I would definitely come back again and with that being said i would definitely recommend it not only as a family outing, but as a place for occasions like date nights, birthday parties, and wedding celebrations. For the service food and atmosphere, they get a 30/30. The wait staff are accommodating did a superb job and deserved a raise for their hard work dedication and results.“

“Thank heavens for Colonial Beach Local Foodie’s referral. Meet a gentleman at Thousand Trails resort just outside of Colonial Beach Va. that had a thick Upstate NY accent. We preceded to reminisce about family in Upstate NY,, of course food rolled into the conversation,. That’s how I came across Nonna Lena’s Italian Cuisine. I stopped by the restaurant by myself a couple of later.. Thought I’d get a quick lunch fix. Wrong! My eyes nearly popped out of my head when I the chief my plate of Eggplant Parmesan. What a wonderful freshly made dinner (plus leftovers for 2 extra meals). The staff all were very friendly. Chiefly came out to see how I liked my meal. He shared some details about the newly open restaurant & homemade recipes, etc. He mentioned breakfast was also served and somehow in the conversation he decided to send me home with a sample of sausages & gravy along with my husbands meal. OMGoodness, the next day my breakfast was fantastic. Foodie’s note. Their food is prepared fresh from scratch daily😊. Don’t past by Colonial Beach Va. without dinning at Nonna Lena’s Italian several times.“

“Highly recommend this local Fishtown family owned establishment. The grocery selection is fabulously curated and don’t get me started on the hoagies 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤. Love to love this place. All the vibes. ♥️✌️“

“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“

“We love all of the Pier restaurants! Brain and team work hard at making the atmosphere welcoming and their food is creative and delicious!“

“Excellent Food & Amazing Service 👍👍“

“This restaurant is one of the best places I have ever eaten at. The food and service are outstanding! I’m Italian and very picky with my sauce…. It's amazing! We drove for an hour to get here. I would gladly drive double that to eat this delicious food! The owners are very kind and do everything themselves. So so good! I promise it will be one of the best Italian restaurants you’ve ever eaten at!“

“We held my wife's 40th birthday party here with a buffet and lemoncello making class. Excellent food and a unique experience for everyone! From start to finish, the staff and food were top notch. I would highly recommend letting Rich and his crew host your next private event!“

“one of my favorite restaurants in Philadelphia and beyond. delicious and creative dishes, kind and present service, a thoughtful and complex wine list and beverage program in a very unique space overlooking south philly.

i’ve been here numerous times with different parties and i’ve always had a great experience. it’s also one of the few restaurants I can consistently get in with a last-minute reservation or walk-in while still feeling the place is lively and bumping every time I’m there. it’s a delicate balance and they nail it consistently. chef Michael’s food is excellent, bev director Michael has put together an awesome program and chef Ervis is such a handsome and gentle man who also happens to make great pastas. what a combo.

I love Irwin’s.“

“For 15 years, Angelino's feels like home“

“We had a great last night in Philly. The food, location, and our server, Tyler was friendly, courteous, and had a good sense of humor to handle 3 Southern woman. Thank you!“

“Nice place to enjoy a great dinner. BYOB“

“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!“

“We used Pepperoncini as the on-site catering for our wedding in Exton. Tom and his team did an AMAZING job! Our guests raved about the delicious food. The service by Tina and Alyssa at the event was exceptional. Tom worked with us to plan a day that we wanted. We would 100% recommend Pepperoncini for all of your catering needs. They took our event to the next level. The food is first-class all the way!“

“If you’re looking for true, authentic Italian in Philadelphia, Buca D’Oro Ristorante is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, you feel transported straight to Italy—warm atmosphere, attentive service, and food that is simply unforgettable.

The pasta is clearly made fresh in-house, cooked perfectly al dente, and the sauces are rich, flavorful, and balanced exactly as they should be. Every dish is crafted with care and you can taste the authenticity in every bite. The seafood was outstanding—fresh, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully presented.

The staff go above and beyond to make you feel at home, offering thoughtful recommendations without being pushy. It’s rare to find a restaurant where every course, from antipasti to dessert, feels like a highlight, but Buca D’Oro nails it.

Whether you’re local or visiting Philadelphia, this is a must-visit spot. Easily one of the best Italian dining experiences I’ve ever had—authentic, cozy, and unforgettable. I’ll be back many times over.“

“it feels like a restaurant in Paris France but more friendly service and welcoming“

“Best food and customer service in Delco, hands down. If you haven't tried Fourno and you live in Delco, you're missing out“

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