50 Best Italian Restaurants near Chelsea

“great service and the best pasta ever“

“Went here for our 2nd wedding anniversary. A very delicious widespread of food! We were not disappointed. Amazing customer service, cute drinks, and yummy food. What more could we ask for?! One of our favourites was their unique dinner for two, fried chicken pizza and salad! Very filling, a good contrast, and not greasy! We will definitely be back!“

“My friend and I just had dinner at Retro Gusto. Super busy p’ave for a Monday night. Food was amazing; excellent Cesar Salad and that Margherita pizza was to die for. On Monday night, they had a «happy hour » for the Negroni drinks which were amazing. Service by Emma was amazing! Super nice smile and always happy to answer our question. Definitely on my « let’s go back » list.“

“We enjoyed our dining experience very much! The ambiance and service was fantastic! The food was fresh and delicious with excellent size portions! Highly recommend!“

“Went in on wednesday afternoon, had a wonderful meal and even better service. There was a large group being quite loud at the time but it seems like the server had it handled and insured that my experience was still a 10. I would add stars if I could.

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“Great food! Atmosphere was great, and the waitress was very accommodating. Only thing I can suggest was the tables are too small.“

“Last Saturday, June 27, 2026 I celebrated a birthday with 2 dear friends and we all agreed that this evening chez Caméline was perfect! We were warmly greeted by our waiter, Minuentak, who was brilliant in his detailed descriptions of the food,his suggestions re wine choices, including the excellent non alcoholic wine - Antelope, and his genuine attention to our well-being. The octopus, the stuffed zucchini blossoms and my choice, the thon tartare offered amazing flavours ( strawberry, ginger and oxalis) and were presented beautifully. Each dish was unique and delicious! We all had the same entrée, crevettes norvégiennes with fresh pasta, topped with trout caviar in a delicate but flavorful sauce - an original combination of textures, colours and flavors. Wow! For dessert, we shared an amazing concoction of cake, pistachios, almonds??? - Totally creative and totally delicious - a perfect ending to an excellent dinner. Thanks to the chef and his culinary team for making this evening so special for all of us - clearly a 5 - star experience! Merci beaucoup! Samedi dernier, le 27 juin 2026, j'ai fêté un anniversaire avec 2 cheres amies et nous avons tous été d'accord pour dire que cette soirée chez Caméline était parfaite ! Nous avons été chaleureusement accueillis par notre serveur, Minuentak, qui a été brillant dans ses descriptions détaillées des plats, ses suggestions concernant le choix des vins, y compris l'excellent vin non alcoolisé - Antelope, et son véritable souci de notre bien-être. Le poulpe, les fleurs de courgette farcies et mon choix, le tartare de thon, offraient des saveurs incroyables (fraise, gingembre et oxalis) et étaient présentés magnifiquement. Chaque plat était unique et délicieux ! Nous avons tous pris la même entrée, des crevettes norvégiennes avec des pâtes fraîches, surmontées de caviar de truite dans une sauce délicate mais savoureuse - une combinaison originale de textures, couleurs et saveurs. Wow ! Pour le dessert, nous avons partagé une création incroyable de gâteau, pistaches, amandes ??? - totalement créatif et totalement délicieux - une fin parfaite pour un excellent dîner. Merci au chef et à son équipe culinaire d'avoir rendu cette soirée si spéciale.“

“Went after the Christmas market, we loved it! Calamari was so delicious and the pizza was delicious as were the cocktails. We were served and greated as if we were family. Such a great experience !“

“We went tonight for our friend’s birthday. Food was amazing, drinks were good, service was excellent. 10/10 recommend. Note it is small inside, very quaint. As a person with a young baby, I won’t be bringing her (my daughter) there; we’ll keep it for a date night 😅“

“Amazing sandwiches, bought many frozen meals especially lasagna different sizes, ALL amazing. Just tried the beef barley soup…best ever had! Top notch customer service as well!“

“was a great experience 10 outta 10“

“Just yesterday I had the pleasure of throwing my mother a surprise 70th birthday party here. Sarah and her staff pulled off an evening we won’t soon forget! Thank you everything. 🙏 We’ll be back!“

“We were looking for authentic Italian and this is it!! We highly recommend you make time to stop here!!!“

“We visited Napoli’s on a quiet Wednesday evening and had such a fantastic experience. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing, the perfect way to unwind after a full day. The food was absolutely phenomenal. You can truly taste the attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients in every dish. The pizza was hands down some of the best I’ve ever had, fresh, flavorful, perfectly prepared, and very generously portioned. The meatball subs were incredibly delicious, and the poutine was smothered in a generous amount of rich gravy and cheese. Nothing was skimpy, everything felt thoughtfully made. The service was just as impressive as the food. Friendly, welcoming, attentive, and quick, they made us feel completely relaxed and genuinely appreciated as guests. For the quality and portion sizes, the prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend Napoli’s to anyone looking for authentic Italian food in Ottawa. Thank you for such a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be back.“

“First time trying the pizza here at Giovanni’s Snack Bar and Pizzeria. Absolutely delicious!! Ordered the Margarita Pizza. Giovanni was extremely kind from the moment I walked in until I left today. I would highly recommend choosing Giovanni’s the next time you are craving pizza or when you’re in the area!“

“Great pizza with lots of toppings! Got the 2 small 3 topping special with onion green pepper and chicken. Lots of peppers and big pieces of chicken. The dough was fantastic too. Will definitely be going back, can’t wait to try some other menu items.“

“This was our third year in a row hosting a large dinner (13 people) in the private room downstairs, and each and every time it's been the perfect experience. The AV equipment is a breeze to set up, we control the volume of the music and the temperature in the room. That space, the team, the set menu they offer- just the best!“

“Giuseppe was our server and he was of the most spirited nature. He was very helpful on our choice of wine, the wine was very full and very Tuscany. The grapes could be tasted through every taste bud. We started our dinner with Lumache (Snails covered in cheese and garlic butter) and that was good for two people. Then we reached our main course, we both got the combo plate (Veal Parmasean, cannelloni and gnocchi) We ended the night by talking to Rick, he was a very pleasant conversation piece that offered insight into the history of La Strada. Before tip, the price for two was $142.40 (163.76 with 15% tip) Our night was amazing, shout out to @sparkthegenius on tiktok who made me aware of this establishment.“

“What a Delicious Sandwich, amazing ingredients the bread was baked so well.
Hands down the Best location in the city to get a Sandwich that transfers you to Rome.

Thank you, thank you.
Don't miss out get the whole experience from the 1st to the last bite.“

“My husband and I just ate the BEST burger we have ever had!! And we eat a lot of burgers. This burger has ruined all other burgers for me. It was SO delicious!!“

“My boss recommended a sandwich from here today and I am glad he did! I had the turkey sandwich on a focaccia bun and it was amazing! Highly recommend!“

“The food is delicious, very flavourful. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is friendly and cozy. They make you feel at home in this quaint little restaurant. I would highly recommend it to Italian food lovers.“

“Lovely atmosphere and ambience. Service was impeccable and the food amazing …. First time there with a wonderful friend that introduced us to this hidden jewel. Will definitely be back!!!“

“Voici un exemple d’avis 5 étoiles pour un restaurant italien : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Une expérience absolument incroyable ! La nourriture était délicieuse, pleine de saveurs authentiques italiennes. Les pâtes étaient parfaitement al dente et la sauce maison était tout simplement exquise. Le service était chaleureux et attentionné, on se sent vraiment bien accueilli. L’ambiance est conviviale et élégante à la fois. Je recommande fortement ce restaurant, j’y retournerai sans hésiter !“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The food is great and the staff is amazing!“

“My experience was amazing. The food and service was genuinely outstanding. I was blown away by the customer service and friendliness of the staff. The server had impeccable knowledge of the menu and the food was to die for. I would definitely 10/10 recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to be blown away by a local restaurant with unique interior and delicious one of kind cuisine.“

“We had an amazing experience at la favorita in Little Italy Ottawa and I had to leave a review! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was fantastic. What really stood out was the service and the owners care. Our server Houda was very friendly , and made us feel welcomed. You can tell the team really cares about their customers. The vibe was warm and welcoming, not too loud — perfect for a date night.“

“We've been working right behind La Roma for weeks and finally decided to try their pizza—and wow, we're glad we did! 🤩🍕i placed an order for take out and it was no problem!

This is honestly the BEST pizza we've ever had! The crust was incredibly light and airy, the sauce tasted fresh and homemade with beautiful basil flavor, and you could actually taste the fennel in the sausage. Every bite was amazing.

You can tell they use quality ingredients and take pride in what they make. We'll definitely be back! 🍕🍕😁“

“This was a hidden gem for me. Natasha was a great hostess and her service was exceptional. The Calabrese was soooo good that i actually got one for takeout! The chili oil was so good and Natasha was kind enough to give me some for takeout as well! I will be back for sure“

“I recently celebrated my 50th birthday at Mezzanotte and it was a very nice experience. Not only is the restaurant aesthetically pleasing, the ambiance was amazing. I can’t say enough about our server Sue, she was attentive, personable, funny and made my first experience here a memorable one. We were a bigger group so I got to taste quite a few appetizers and everything was delicious. Main course was also to perfection! I can’t wait to pay them another visit soon.“

“The pasta was pretty decent and actually not too pricey compared to other spots around. The meat, though, felt a bit on the expensive side for such a small portion. I wasn’t really into the coffee either; it tasted burnt to me. Overall, it was a decent experience, but there are definitely some things that could be improved.“

“Great food and fantastic service Highly recommended“

“We were visiting Ottawa from Nova Scotia over the holidays and my mom was looking for a good pasta meal. A good friend said his chef friends highly recommended Parma Ravioli. I called ahead to make sure they were going to be open and have product on the 27th. A lovely young lady took my order and was very professional in all manners of the phone call. About 5-10 minutes later she called back to confirm details on the lasagna. When we arrived to pick it up on the 27th they young lady behind the cash had the same voice and style when she talked and I asked her if she had taken our order initially. She replied that she had as her father I believe was from the Maritimes, so she remembered our conversation. I thanked her for how she had handled our initial order in todays age of lack of good service, and thanked her again once we had our order and headed out. Amazing how a small interaction which was so well done, sits with you a long time and we have been in hospitality for over 30 years. Thank you to her - I forgot to get her name - but outstanding service.“

“Yessss very good , me and my wife is are best restaurant now and very nice people“

“One of the best meals I've ever had. If you're looking for classic north Italian cuisine you can't do much better. The Veal Cesare was incredible. Bonus points if Mark is your server he was an absolute legend. 10/10. 5 stars. Highly recommend.“

“Bon service et excellente bouffe. La morrue était superbe.“

“Strolling through the Glebe while visiting from Yellowknife, we found this gem. We had such a lovely conversation about cheeses, truffles and even a tasting. It is so nice to have such a warm experience and support local shops. We look forward to enjoying our cheese selections and coming back the next time we visit. ❤️ If you are in the area, stop by for incredible Italian treasures and warm, heartfelt service, and a perfect Americano!“

“Been living in Westboro for a few years and we wanted to try this new place that our neighbours told us about. What a lovely atmosphere! The service is very friendly, and they were accomodating for us to send one of their employees outside to our car to give us the pizza!! And the food is delicious!! We ordered a large pizza and the club sandwich and it was served with fries and a delicious salad on the side. Great stuff. Can't wait to come here in the summer!!“

“Amazing Italian food from pasta, salad, panni to desserts - all incredibly delicious! This cafe style restaurant with its friendly and wonderful service has become a favorite lunch spot for our office. They also offer a gluten free pasta option.“

“super,le souper etais exellent et le service wowwwww.je recomende fortement ❤️❤️❤️“

“10/10! The White Album was amazing and some of the best garlic sauce I've ever had! They have incredible food.“

“This bistro was a great little stop-over on our evening bike circuit. It boasts an open air atmosphere and friendly staff. Local craft beers are available. The burger and fries are tasty and substantive.I recommend this iconic place.“

“Awesome food great staff !!!“

“cortese gentile professionale“

“Bonne nouvelle! Petit changement au Mia Pasta au Promenade, le propriétaire du Mia Pasta à Hull vient d’acheter le Mia Pasta à Gatineau! Le Mia Pasta à Hull a toujours été excellent! Maintenant, nous pourrons aller manger aux deux restaurants sans problème qualité goût!“

“We had a lovely dinner at Joe's in Almonte tonight. Great service, good food and all around enjoyable.“

“Del Piacerre was absolutely amazing, it was a bit slow at first but I’ve got to say we were done our food in like 30 minutes. The food was so good. The server even offered us a half and half pizza so it wouldn’t be so much. I loved it“

“Excellent location, atmosphere, service and food.“

“Best Pizza in Hull/Gatineau/Aylmer
We have tried many places this is the one!
That pizza crust is to die for!!!!
Great service by Lexie
The owner Rick always remembers you and makes you feel like family .
family friendly too.“