50 Best Italian Restaurants near East Providence

“3/2025 - Best sandwich of 2025 ✅👍 Slick on-line ordering (Clover) and it was ready BEFORE it was supposed to be. Only ate 1/2 for lunch.....and looking forward to a snack later....... Plus 2 dinners to go for later in the week or to freeze…. This place has been on my list since whenever I saw it on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives….. A+ and TY Kerry for the catering info.“

“My wife introduced me to this restaurant a few years ago and now we try and order from here atleast 1 to 2 times a month. It was actually where we had our first date.

I always get the chicken parm and she gets the eggplant parm.“

“Found this restaurant through a Google search and decided to give it a try—and I’m so glad we did.

Our server, Paulie, was phenomenal. He was friendly yet professional, well-spoken, attentive, and knowledgeable. You could tell the staff genuinely worked together as a team, which made the entire dining experience feel seamless.

The atmosphere was one of my favorite parts. The interior struck the perfect balance between elegant and relaxed—beautifully designed without feeling overly formal. It was upscale yet comfortable, creating a warm and inviting space where you could enjoy a special occasion or simply a nice night out.

From the service to the ambiance, everything exceeded our expectations. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Rhodes Pizza never disappoints! The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you’re craving pizza. On my last order, I had a special request for the pepperoni to be cooked extra crispy, and they nailed it—perfectly crisp without being burnt. It’s always a great sign when a place not only listens to special requests but delivers them spot on. Service was friendly, order was ready right on time, and the quality speaks for itself. Highly recommend Rhodes Pizza if you’re looking for a local spot that gets it right every time.“

“I went there last night and Adriana was such an amazing server she was very attentive and made our dining experience wonderful“

“My family has been going to the Son’s since my grandfather (Papa Lou) moved across the street over a decade ago. We hosted my daughters 16th birthday party in the upstairs hall and had a wonderful time. Everyone is very welcoming and I just love the popcorn served. It is a great place!“

“I held a rehearsal dinner at Maria’s and I cannot say enough how great it was to plan with the help of Chris Spertini. He made the whole evening a success by guiding me with food choices and seating arrangement. Our server was excellent. She was extremely attentive to our guests. This will be my go-to restaurant. If you have not dined at Maria’s you are missing out.“

“Today was my 62nd birthday. Tori the waitress brought me a cup of Gelato with a lit candle in it. She is a great waitress and I recommend Pasta Beach to anyone looking for a great restaurant with great, fast service and yummy food“

“Great atmosphere! And Christine our server was awesome. Very friendly and helpful. She checked on us consistently- thanks! I only got pics of our appetizers as we were hungry and chowed on our mani courses. Started with a 1930 DAQ, Wawtuhmelon and a Vino Rosso Gaio - all drinks were tasty! We started with the Truffle fries and the Crispy Duck Meatballs- oh my both were great! The flavor in the Duck meatballs was amazing! The sweet chili glaze just hits it out of the park! On to dinner I ordered the Steak Frites - excellent flavor and cooked perfect! Wife ordered the Chicken Picatta - very tasty with a great lemon flavor! Daughter ordered the Pink Vodka - also really flavorful with interesting noodles I had not had before. Thank you for a great experience- we shall be back! Thanks Chef Max!“

“Outstanding meal! There were 7 of us for a family gathering (we met in the middle for CT + MA family) and everything about our dinner was exceptional! The food, the wine, the calamari + dip, the bread, the olive oil + balsamic dip were all delicious, but the lobster ravioli and caramel gelato were to die for. Omg! Our server was perfect too. We will be back. Thank you!“

“Our dinner at Iannuccilli’s was absolutely exceptional! The food was perfectly prepared and bursting with flavor. The service was superb—our waitress was attentive, kind, and genuinely personable. Nick Iannuccilli, the owner, took the time to visit our table, offering a warm and sincere welcome with a friendly chat. We highly recommend Iannuccilli’s Restaurant. The King is back! Thank you, Chef Nick!“

“A wonderful experience and the best Italian restaurant in Rhode Island“

“Celebrated a birthday last evening at Viola Cucina with a party of 12. EXCEPTIONAL! Small venue but comfortably accommodated us all. Fabulous food, drinks, and service. We all left very happy! Bravo!“

“Been patronizing Angelo's for years (years & years) - it's my 'Go To' place in Providence for Italian. There are plenty of good Italian Restaurants but Angelo's treats you like family . My favorte server is Thera - always smiling - always friendly - and always flying around the resturant making sure everyone is happy. My recommendation - ask for her :-)“

“The food was incredible the service was great it's BYOB was our 1st time we will come back“

“The part of me that wants everyone to feel what it's like eat at your nonna's house where they think you are the greatest thing that ever happened, triumphed over the part of me that wants to keep this place a secret so there isn't a line out the door every day. Giovanna clearly knew what she thought each of us should eat but tried hard to not let it show "but, eat what you want...." She was excited in the way only a Napolitana can be when we chose her recommendations, osso bucco for Mike and lobster raviolo for me. It was amazing food wrapped in a childhood memory.“

“I have run multiple beer & wine shops, and Christy's Liquors is a top notch establishment. I have been there a few times now and every time has been an awesome experience. The staff is very personable and knowledgeable. The selection of liquor, wines, beers, and beverages is vast and constantly cycling in new products. I need to also shoutout Jay, he smoothly runs this ship and his vast knowledge of the product is amazing. Thanks y'all for a great experience and I will most definitely be back!“

“One of my favorite restaurants on “The Hill”. The dining experience at Massimo is always a 5 star experience. Yesterday afternoon we had Janelle as our server and she was superb- it made it a 5 star PLUS visit. Blood orange Cosmos, eggplant appetizer, chicken parm, pistachio cannoli, tiramisu- all excellent. Highly recommend“

“I have numerous food allergies, making going out to eat an anxiety filled experience for me. We found Cassarino's while looking for a safe place to eat while in Providence. I've struggled with finding an Italian restaurant I'm comfortable eating at for years! Our server, Morgan, went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and safe while eating here! I would happily take the 45 minute drive down here to eat again.“

“We never made it to the old location but we have been going for date nights now for about a year. The food is phenomenal, the atmosphere is perfect! The music is always on pointe! And we have our favorite waiter, Phil, every time we go! He is as much the reason we go there as the restaurant itself! Great guy!“

“My family picked up some meatballs, chicken parm, antipasto and calzone today. 10/10 recommend! Absolutely amazing and huge portions!“

“Tonight was our first night at Sophie‘s Tuscany Grill, The food and service and the atmosphere was excellent we will be back very soon“

“This was my first time & I absolutely loved the experience, from the culture inside to the fulfilling taste of my meal! The food came out pretty fast for a busy holiday and the waiter Jose was just awesome; he was on top of everything all night making sure we were happy! ☺“

“This restaurant is awesome but if Cosa Nostra had any f****** balls whatsoever they would get a list of all the members of the temple of Satan/Set from facebook and start rounding them up like veal.“

“Don't miss out on this hidden gem. Everyone is so friendly, and the Cafe is great with all the pastries that they have. Large portions and the specials they have are outstanding. Give it a try you will end up going back over and over again.“

“thank you for the complimentary limoncello and for Mathew's birthday dessert. the scallops and risotto were absolutely delicious and that roasted garlic was to die for. very well done. staff was pleasant as well.“

“went to 39 west oct 11,great food and great service.i highly recommend going“

“Their Broiled Scrod is the most delicious I have ever had and the portions are generous! ❤️“

“Went there last Friday As usual everything was excellent We had the dinner special you cannot beat it for the price and the martiniAnd wine at $5 a glass It's a must try“

“BEEN DINING HERE SINCE THE 70,S..!!! GREAT FOOD, GREAT STAFF, ALWAYS THE BEST.!!! THANKS TOM .!!! MANY YEARS TO COME.. ! BE BLESSED.!! THOMAS...“

“Dinner was delicious. Service was great and atmosphere was also. Will definitely go back.“

“Delicious meal! Great staff!“

“What do I recommend….Absolutely everything ! This is the Italian restaurant experience everyone should have. You’re treated like family. The food is absolutely delicious. Every dish that came to our table looked and tasted like the main ingredient is love. If you are fortunate enough to go when Mama’s stuffed squash flowers are on the specials menu, you better try them. Isabella our waitress was absolutely amazing. This place made me and my family feel like we were regulars. It’s that place. Just go. You’re gonna love it !! 💯❤️“

“Great service and food was amazing!!!“

“Love it“

“Amedeo Restaurant & Lounge in Cranston is truly a hidden gem! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warmth and top-notch service. A big shout-out to Isabella, who was absolutely outstanding—she was running around taking care of multiple tables, yet always kept a smile on her face. She made sure we were well taken care of the entire time, and it was clear she genuinely cares about her guests. Joe was equally fantastic, always ready to lend a hand and keeping a watchful eye to make sure everyone was happy. When Amedeo himself walked in, it was no surprise to see him being his usual professional and kind self, greeting guests and ensuring that the atmosphere was nothing short of perfect. The entire experience was warm, welcoming, and filled with positive energy. If you’re looking for a restaurant with amazing food, friendly staff, and a truly inviting atmosphere, look no further than Amedeo’s. Highly recommend—this place is a must-try! Thank you to Isabella, Joe, and Amedeo for making our night so special.“

“This place is absolute garbage. Food in never hot and if you ever walk by the open kitchen you’ll see how disgusting it is! Never again“

“I'd like to express my deepest gratitude to the staff at Roma for providing my grandfather, Bobo, and his friends - the last remaining Italian immigrants who grew up on the Hill - with a warm and welcoming space to share stories and reminisce about the old days. The kindness and hospitality shown by Roma's staff have turned every visit into a memorable experience. By embracing my grandfather and his friends as regulars, sharing in their coffee and memories, Roma's staff have demonstrated exceptional compassion and understanding. This kindness and acceptance will never be forgotten, and we're grateful for the special place Roma holds in our hearts.“

“Exceptional service and incredible food—I'm especially fond of their pasta!“

“We have never been disappointed with our dinners. Just like Grandma used to make!!!!“

“I was there doing utility work and I was offered a free lunch. These people are kind and their food is great.!“

“The food definitely lives up to the hype and what earns it 5 stars. The atmosphere is also very good. Cannot rave enough about how good the food is. The only thing lacking is the service, weren't rude by any means but felt like you were dining at just a chain restaurant. Again nothing wrong with it at all just nothing special compared to the food and other classy restaurants in RI. Will definitely be back for the food again and again.“

“Everything about the place“

“This place was great! 1st time going and I had chicken parm while my husband had the chicken picata. The pasta sauce was phenomenal and I tried a bite of picata and it was not too lemony and cooked to perfection. We got calamari for the app and although it was fried it was a light breading and the sauce that came with was perfect among of spiciness. We also got 2 martinis and they were perfectly balanced. The fresh bake bread was also a nice addition. We had such a friendly waitress patty she was really accommodating when asking for extra cheese among checking how everything was and ensuring we were happy with everything. Milagro who i believe was one of the managers came over to see how everything was and was also friendly. Overall considering what we got everything was fantastic and not one dish was meh. The prices also were extremely reasonable as well as the portions were plentiful. I think my only mistake with this place was not taking a pic of the well plated dishes for this review. We will definitely go back!“

“Se buon sangue non mente, sarà un Bar Eccezzionale. In Bocca al Lupo Vincenzo & Ciao Joe ;-)“

“The baked fish is delicious! My boyfriend loves the pasta with olive oil and seafood“

“My husband and I went for the first time on Saturday and sat at the bar. We ordered apps and cocktails and of course oysters. Best oysters in RI by far believe it or not. Drinks were ok but food fabulous! Would have given 5 stars if not for the bartender. She focused solely on my husband the entire time even gave him a free drink. It was very obvious and blatant disrespect to me. My husband even commented on feeling uncomfortable. As a former bartender the general rule is to pay more attention to the wife than the husband out of respect but also because most often the wife is writing the tip. We will for sure be going back but will sit at a table and maybe only order sparkling water.“

“We stumbled across this place tonight without realizing it was entirely Vegan. We're not Vegan ourselves, but our daughter is, so we eat a lot of Vegan cuisine. I ordered a zucchini "steak" dish that sounded unique, and my hubby got the country "chicken." Both were extraordinary - the best meal either of us has had since we moved to RI (and we've had some great meals). The food was honestly bursting with flavor, and the quantity was just right. The service was perfect, too, attentive without being intrusive. We debated getting dessert, since the dinner flavor left such a satisfying taste behind, but we couldn't resist the gluten-free chocolate brownie. It came with raspberries on top and a trickle of raspberry sauce, in a combination that was again perfect - crispy edges, a gooey center, sweet and rich but not too much so, with the raspberry flavor offsetting the chocolate in a way I've never tasted in my entire not-particularly-young life. It was so, so good, and to my surprise, it blended well with the dinner flavors. I've been sitting here all evening enjoying the last remnants of the taste, reluctant to go brush my teeth, and I thought I should take a moment to leave a review on the various sites. We will absolutely be return customers, and we can't recommend this restaurant enough!“

“Classic comfort Italian food.“

“Every dish is delicious. I ordered Veal Picatta over Bowties..it was incredible. Their pizzas and Calzones are terrific too. I've never been disappointed with anything on the menu.“