50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lansdowne

“I was in the area and ordered delivery from here for the first time. The food was DEE-EFFN-LICIOUS!!!!!!!!! 10 stars if I could. We ordered a small pepperoni sausage pizza, a chx cheesesteak, and a cheesesteak. Amazing!!!!! I will absolutely be back to order again. The small instructions left were followed and the food was simply made to perfection!!!! Thank you! The $$$ was well worth it!!! See ya soon!“

“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“

“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!“

“Not child friendly need more option“

“Food was delicious and staff was friendly“

“Awesome experience! Great food! Excellent service!“

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

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

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

“The good is absolutely amazing“

“Recently was visiting Philadelphia and craving Italian food. I asked some locals where to go and was sent here. Did not disappoint. Great ambiance, service was excellent and not stuffy, food was on point and I felt the prices presented a great value.“

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

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

“We got there for our 5 pm reservation. Very few people were there, and we thought we should have made the reservation for later. By 5:30, the place was packed! Glad we went earlier. Anyhow, the atmosphere is warm and inviting. The service was great (even with the crowd). And the food was delicious! I'll recommend this restaurant to my friends.“

“Great place to eat and meet friends. The food is delicious and the service was wonderful. I have some dietary restrictions, and they were very accommodating. I highly recommend this restaurant. I will definitely be back.

Vegetarian options: The restaurant will find vegetarian options for you.

Dietary restrictions: I am vegetarian and cannot have butter. I can have dairy. The restaurant was very accommodating,“

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

“Checked out The Victor Cafe founded in 1918, a little gem of an Italian restaurant in South Philly. All staff are also opera singers and perform an aria every 30 minutes. Also, this place was featured in Rocky Balboa and Creed as Adian's Restaurant. This place is definitely worth a visit. Recommend having a reservation.“

“This is my ALL-TIME favorite Italian restaurant because the food is always fantastic and John is the BEST when it comes to customer service and satisfaction. L’angolo holds a special place in my heart!“

“I can't describe how satisfying was our dinner. Above any expectations. One of the best meals I’ve ever had!
Pricey, but worth every penny.
Gorgeous antique decor and flawless food—I’m definitely coming back with friends and family!
Thank you!“

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

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

“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!“

“I have been to many course meals, but this is the top 5 best restaurants I have ever been to. Philadelphia is so lucky to have Elma. Amazing food, incredible service and hospitality. I was reminded of childhood meals and reveled in the incredible blend of flavors and textures. I will absolutely be coming back to dine at the incredible Elma.“

“Amazing food - overwhelmed moody waitress.
Clams casino, roasted peppers app, & pesto bread to die for! The cocktails and entrees were absolutely delicious! Perfect food! Only gripe is that our waitress (younger blonde female) made it beyond obvious she was overwhelmed and annoyed having to serve our large table. She made an extremelyyy generous tip regardless, but made us feel like a huge burden all night. Maybe she was having a bad day but with personally being a server in the past, it is part of the role to act as if you are happy to help and keep your emotions aside. I felt guilty asking her for anything as she was clearly super annoyed the entire time. Our whole table agreed. She was very knowledgeable and attentive but not very friendly at all. Eye rolling and subtle attitude all night.“

“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 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!“

“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!“

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

“Came in from Denver and was craving some great Italian. They did not disappoint! Service was excellent. Food was amazing! Clams Casino and Meatballs appetizer set a high bar for the rest of the meal, and they nailed it. Seafood ala Scannichios and the NY strip longjohn were hugely portioned and delicious. Others in our party had the Shrimp Scampi, Chicken Parm and a few others- and they raved about them. Tiramisu and Bananas Foster were sublime. The owner Christian and his family really made us feel welcomed. We will definitely be back on future trips.“

“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“

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

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

“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!“

“So look—when you get invited to lunch with your boss, his boss, and the big boss, you don’t come empty-headed or empty-stomached. You come ready to represent and ready to eat. We pulled up to Spasso Italian Grill in Old City, Philly—because apparently when execs break bread, they do it with taste.

Let me just say this: Spasso is him.

In a post-COVID world where most places barely remember how to do lunch right, Spasso said, “Let me show you how we used to do it when the food came from the soul and not the freezer.” Ain’t no chain energy here—this is straight Italy, no passport required.

I ordered what looked like a humble plate of linguine in red sauce with seafood, but baby, that thing hit like Sunday morning on the third stanza of Total Praise. The noodles were homemade, soft but not mushy—had that little bounce to them, like they was tryna two-step in the sauce. And the sauce? Rich. Simple. Tomato-forward. Tasted like somebody’s auntie been simmerin’ it since 9am with the windows open and a Luther Vandross playlist on repeat.

The seafood wasn’t stingy either. Full chunks of flavor in every bite. Not chopped up mystery meat. This was seafood with a name and a résumé.

Even the bread came with style—roasted red peppers, parmesan, oil, and some lil marinated veggies that honestly made me pause and reflect on how blessed I was. That bread alone deserved a praise break.

Then came the cappuccino… listen. It showed up with a lil’ foam hat, cinnamon dusted on top like it had somewhere special to be. Smooth, comforting, and grown. No sugar needed. Just vibes.

We did have cannolis too—but I ain’t get a pic ‘cause the moment was too good to interrupt with a phone. Just know it was crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and balanced like a good choir director. Sweet—but not too sweet.

Would I go again? Without a doubt.
Should you go? Only if you’re ready for real Italian food and not that reheated stuff folks try to pass off in the microwave.

Spasso is where you go when you want lunch to mean something. When you wanna eat food that got memory, history, and respect in it. Ain’t nothin’ fancy—just food done right, with care and culture.

That’s my kind of spot.“

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

“The homemade pasta is really excellent. The texture was perfectly toothsome. I got the cacio e pepperoncini (vegan option) and it was quite good, though the sauce wasn’t my favorite. It felt very oily and I’m not sure if that’s a product of veganizing the sauce. I loved the tangy spice of the pepperoncini though.

The shishito peppers were good, but fairly standard blistered peppers like I’ve had at many other restaurants. The almond / mint sauce was quite nice though.

The plates are generously portioned.

Vegetarian options: They have a few vegetarian options that are clearly labeled. They also have clear labels for dishes that can be made vegetarian or vegan.“

“Food was so delicious! Wonderful outside balcony seating! Great service? love this place!“

“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.“

“Gorgeous location, great service, and most importantly the food is amazing. I fervently wish Irwin’s existed in my hometown as I’m sure I would become a regular. As it is, I will definitely be going back the next time I’m in Philly. The setting, on the 8th floor of an old school building, is extremely cool and aesthetic and they styled the space beautifully with lots of plants. The view is wonderful. I went with a friend and we shared a “girl dinner” of four desserts followed by pasta. I keep thinking about the gelato I had, which was flavored with sweet cream and topped with a layer of honey and a mound of pistachios. The sweet and salty combination was amazing. Another standout was the orange olive oil torte with a bay leaf-infused cream. The lemon pasta was simple with a depth of flavor and strong umami. The bathroom also gets excellent lighting for selfies. Highly recommend.“

“Cozy quiet atmosphere, impeccable service and every dish was delicious. 😋“

“We extend sincere gratitude to Tredici Italian Market for their invaluable support of the Radnor Post Prom Fundraiser, as the donation of a gift card and top products to our fundraiser proved to be a major hit with parents, highlighting the importance of supporting local small business owners who consistently go above and beyond to facilitate successful events. Tredici Italian Market“

“I had dinner at La Sera the other day and was impressed. The appetizers were delicious--we had the calamari, cozze, and mushrooms. All were delicious, but the mushrooms were phenomenal. For entrees, our table had the ribeye, veal ripieno, spaghetti and meatballs, and ravioli rosa. Everyone loved their food.

And I must give a special shout out to Meritan. I realized the next day that I left my hat at the restaurant and I had already left for the airport to return to Florida. I connected with Meritan who I coordinated with to have it shipped to my house.

In all, La Sera offers delicious food and service from good people. I will certainly be back.“

“As per always, our eating experience was outstanding in every way. We enjoy bringing friends here, as each and every one of them also enjoys the meal and the service (shout out to Carlos?). Every dish is delicious, there are no wrong picks.“

“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!“

“Nice place to enjoy a great dinner. BYOB“

“I originally gave this place 1 star, now they have new owners or new management or both. So far, everything I have order was good, no problem with pick up or delivery. I haven't tried everything yet, just the pasta dishes and they were all delicious. Customer Service was good too“

“Ask for Ray — he’s the best“

“Great dinner and wonderful service!“

“10/10 do recommend. Excellent pup cup served. Filled to the top and swirled with love. Non dairy so belly doesn’t get upset. Mom loves their coffee and generally picks up some baked goods as well. I can generally convince her to share. My favorite is the lemon cake.“