50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lansdowne

“Last night I ordered a steak Stromboli and OMG!!!!
It was the best I’ve ever eaten. Most are usually made from pizza crust folded over the ingredients. Paul Revere pizza house actually hand crafted that Stromboli to absolute perfection !!!!! I was only able to eat half so I will be eating the rest for breakfast.
“Ya Gotta Try This””“

“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
.
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“

“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“

“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“

“The good is absolutely amazing“

“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!“

“Awesome experience! Great food! Excellent service!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!!“

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

“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.“

“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!!“

“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!“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“1)wonderful food and a goodly portion.2) BYOB 3)Not cheap but reasonable for the quality and quantity of the food. Hits the Restaurant Trifecta!!!“

“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 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“

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

“Great dinner and wonderful service!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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“

“Every time I’ve eaten at Pepperoncini I have had an excellent meal. The service is welcoming and excellent. The options on the menu and the daily specials are always delicious. Phenomenal bar with multiple options and great drinks. Easily my favorite restaurant in Conshohocken.“

“The nicest staff and owner. Always extremely friendly and love to make sure everyone is satisfied. My go to place for gift cards for teachers and coaches!“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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 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!“

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

“Great place and great people, if you are in the area you need to check out Tredici Italian Market“

“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.“