50 Best Italian Restaurants near Pawtucket

“The best Italian restaurant in the region hands down! This is the place for fresh handmade dishes. It's not a chain place and the quality of the food speaks for itself. The staff is very friendly and the dining room is pleasant. There is also a nice central bar and TVs to watch sports on. This is a great destination for a dinner you will be pleased with.“

“Fantastic experience. I was driving through the area for work and wanted something with local seafood. This hit the spot. I had the Frute Del Mar and Calamari Giovanni at the recommendation from Westley. He was right. Fantastic meal, Westley was great to talk with, very attentive, and kind. If I find myself in the area again I will be returning. Thank you!“

“Wonderful birthday celebration for my husband. As requested, we were seared at a corner table and received prompt but un intrusive attention from our server.“

“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.“

“Date night with no disappointments. food,service and atmosphere top notch!“

“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!“

“Best honey hot chicken sandwich i think ive ever had!!“

“What a wonderful meal and atmosphere!!!“

“Twenty stars if I could!!!! What a vibe!! Such an incredible time! Everyone was soo kind, attentive, and just happy to be working here! I really have never experienced such service, and flavorful menu.

NOT TO
MENTION THE MURAL!

My plate is empty, lobster ravioli!!“

“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.“

“Wonderful Anniversary dinner! The server was professional and personable and the food was delicious! Nice atmosphere in the dining room.“

“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.“

“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.“

“I have been a patron of this place since I was a 9 year old boy. I have never had a bad meal and the service is always great! Tonight I brought my family and my sons girlfriends family to eat and to celebrate their high school graduation. It was the right choice for sure! The food was excellent as always but tonight the service wasnt only great, it was second to none! Rob, you went above and beyond. Thank you! There are many places to choose on the hill but there is no place that even comes close to Angelos and Rob made it that much better! Your passion to serve is obvious. Our family loved you and we look forward to seeing you again soon! God Bless!!“

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

“My family and I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Patio on Broadway in Providence, and it was an absolute delight from start to finish! The atmosphere is vibrant yet welcoming, with a modern touch that makes it perfect for a casual brunch with friends or a fun dinner out. The food here is outstanding, blending creative twists with-classic comfort dishes. I had the lobster roll, which was packed with fresh, succulent lobster and served on a perfectly toasted bun. My boyfriend had the bolognese which he said was hands down the best he’s had! The menu has something for everyone, from hearty entrees like the sea scallops to lighter options like the poke bowl, plus plenty of vegan and gluten-free choices that don’t skimp on taste. The cocktails deserve a special shoutout—bold, inventive, and beautifully crafted. I went for a rose sangria and it was the perfect way to elevate the meal. The service was top-notch too; the staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about making our experience great. Even when the place was buzzing with energy, they kept everything running smoothly. I’m already looking forward to my next visit—do yourself a favor and check it out!“

“Stopped in from out of town with no reservation and they quickly accommodated us with a most amazing dining experience. Daniela was an extraordinary server who while handling a large party was also able to keep check on us without any delays. Having true Italian foods that had such bold tastes made our trip more special. We would highly recommend Trattoria Romana as a must visit when you are in the New England area.“

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

“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“

“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!“

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

“went there september 16 with 20 family menbers great food amazing service.thank you eddie driscoll for getting us together“

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

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

“Thanks for making my vigil a totally disaster! I spent $177.00 on take out consisting of eel,smelts,stuffed squid and cold calamari salad. The smelts were “burned”, the stuffed squid was tough and once again way overly seasoned and again not eatable. The eel had no taste. I have been a customer there on many occasions (special ones too. ) , however you not only lost a client but I will make sure my other professionals, many were here, not ever rely on a good meal at the Old Canteen. Consider a better chef!“

“Great owners and clientele!“

“The food was outstanding! The service was the same. If you are looking for authentic Italian and not your basic Italian cuisine, this is the place.“

“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“

“Stopped in early for breakfast and cappuccino. Everything was prepared hot and fresh from the breakfast pizza to the leek and potato croissant. Delicious! Armando and his family are amazing and we will be back for lunch, brunch and dinner! Great Spot!“

“Great service. Greater food“

“Just want to say THANK YOU to everyone who helped my mom this past Saturday night, if it weren't for everyones quick response I'm not sure if my mom would be home today making a full recovery. It's a blessing she was with my niece and at the right place for something like that to happen. Once she is back to herself and off restrictions I'm sure she will be back for dinner to Thank you all in person!! Very grateful! Thank you 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!“

“I lived in RI for many years and Posillipo was my favorite Italian restaurant. I eat there when I visit. Chef Luciano is, among other things, a genius with spinach.“

“We stopped here before a concert at Xfinity. Really some of the best food I’ve ever had! We had the margherita pizza, crispy eggplant—so good we got another order—and the bruschetta. It was all so fresh and so good. I would love to try a full dinner from there! If I lived closer I would be there all the time! I will def go back next time I’m in the area. The staff were all so amazing too!“

“Great experience as always. The staff is so friendly and welcoming! Highly recommend“

“Bettola is the best!!!!! From the pasta to the pizza to the salad and apps you can’t go wrong with anything at Bettola! The staff are amazing and there is never a bad thing on the menu! Can’t recommend enough!!!“

“Staff is amazing. Bartender Nicole was so pleasant and drinks delicious. Our wait staff and food is amazing every time“

“If you want great Italian food? Look no further than! It’s the best in the area hands down“

“Where do I evening begin? I was in town from Boston for a week and this was recommended by a friend so I went on my first night in town. Sat at the bar since I was alone and it was very busy, but immediately the two up stairs bartenders made me feel at home and they had a really fun dynamic between each other and their families had also worked at this amazing establishment
in the past so they really care about the place and you can tell.

After a lot of deliberation, I decided on the pappardelle with Venetian sauce and chicken meatballs. I asked them what Venetian sauce was and they took out a cookbook, written by the owners (RISD grads, so cool), and showed me the actual recipe. Genuinely one of the best dining experiences in a minute and that Venetian sauce was SO GOOD as were the moist and flavorful chicken meatballs.

I had their ultra local dessert special, the Concord grape granita made with grapes from their patio and it was superb.

PS: they sell Diet Coke in glass bottles which IYKYK is the best Diet Coke known to man and was a great sign from the start it was going to be a stellar dining journey. Can’t wait to come back.“

“Everything! I like the ambience, the food, the cocktails, the owner and his family that work there. Initially, I thought it had a speakeasy vibe of which one doesn’t see very often these days. It reminds me of the Gaslight from years ago. I can’t wait to go back!!“

“I’ve been here a few times for lunch, and it never disappoints. Most of the time I order the chicken parm sandwich and fries. It’s always been good, every time I’ve ordered it.
They have a pretty extensive menu of Italian-American style food. A lot of pasta, sandwiches, pizza, etc. I’d never tried the pasta, but we’ve ordered pizza before, and it’s pretty good.
Whatever I’ve ever ordered from here, no matter what, it always comes out piping-hot, which is great.
The chicken parm sandwich was no exception, the super crispy chicken cutlet was crispy on the outside, and tender and flavorful inside. It held up very well to the lava hot marinara sauce it was covered with, and the mozzarella cheese-pull was the best. This place is definitely in my rotation of chicken parm sandwich spots.
The inside of the restaurant has weird decor. I guess it’s supposed to look like somebody’s grandmothers living room. I guess it does sort of. There’s a bunch of random old photos and items on the wall that makes it look dated.
The food is usually really good though, and I will definitely be back for more chicken parms.“

“Loved the charcuterie board, plenty for 3, great portioned meals, delicious espresso martini.“

“Delicious food and excellent service!“

“No one makes a better chicken picatta. The atmosphere is family oriented, the waitstaff is attentive and works together to take care of the guests.

Kid-friendliness: Bring the little ones, it's a great place for families“

“Everything about the place“

“We had dinner here this past Friday and it was outstanding! It had been sometime since we had dined here and it looks very nice inside being updated. Bread and oil were delicious, as was the chicken parm and chicken francaise dinners. Service was quick and the waitstaff were very pleasant and very efficient. We will be back soon!“

“Great restaurant in downtown Providence. Easy to get to. Great parking options. The food and staff are phenomenal. Food is absolutely delicious and served by great staff. Great romantic atmosphere. Can’t say enough about this restaurant!!“

“I enjoyed the BEST Italian Grinder that I've ever had in my life... and I've had plenty. All the veggies(the lettuce, onions, tomatoes, banana peppers) followed suit in th freshness. The oil & vinegar dressing was noticeably delicious with its own unique flavor. The meats and cheese literally went from the slicer to the sandwich. I had a "small" which is equivalent to a large elsewhere. VERY reasonable prices! This was the first time here of MANY more times to come in the future. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!“

“Stopped in from out of town with no reservation and they quickly accommodated us with a most amazing dining experience. Daniela was an extraordinary server who while handling a large party was also able to keep check on us without any delays. Having true Italian foods that had such bold tastes made our trip more special. We would highly recommend Trattoria Romana as a must visit when you are in the New England area.“