38 Best Italian Restaurants near Saunderstown

“Food was excellent. Our server Cameron was the best. It was totally an enjoyable experience!!!!“

“It was delicious. The food was really good and the atmosphere was so comfortable. Our bartender Rowen was on top of it. The kitchen went out of their way to make our experience the best. Oooh and the tiramisu was so yummy. Thank you all for a wonderful meal.“

“Great waitstaff excellent food, one of the best restaurants in the area I’ve never been disappointed there“

“Spectacular dining experience between the service, Sarah and Olivia were phenomenal! The food, the scratch made fettuccine was perfectly cooked and coated with the hearty bolognese full of flavor, the eggplant app was mouthwatering and the Gorgonzola dip w/ garlic bread was incredible- they should bottle the stuff! The atmosphere was inviting and full of locals who were eager to share their recommendations! 10/10 will be back!“

“What a gem! We were surprised by the ambience, it is like a small bistro you'd find in Italy. Food was excellent and the wine list is extensive. Be sure to ask what the specials are, we didn't know to ask. But, the table next to us did and they sounded wonderful. Looking forward to returning!“

“This place was hands down the best italian food restaurant i have ever had. The owner tony was a pleasure and so authentic and personable. The waiter service by josh was amazing and he was so helpful with service and opportunities. The food was fantastic and so truly italian. The best italian food my family and I have ever had with amazing service and kindness.“

“Great food and a great time! The owner spent a lot of time talking with us and sharing stories of the history of the property. A wonderful evening.“

“Absolutely delectable! Every single thing was perfect from the bread & tasty olive oil, to the main meal. Service was excellent. Atmosphere is comfortable & homey. Perfect from start to finish, nice staff & absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!“

“I can’t believe it took us so long to dine here. This is hands down the best food I’ve had in a very long time. Ambiance 10/10, service 10/10 and food 100/10. The street corn ravioli was out of this world. I also tried the peach & prosciutto bruschetta which was savory & sweet and just sooo good. I kept seeing this Bloody Mary type of cocktail going out so I had to order one. This drink was AMAZING. It was called “Caprese my name” which consisted of vodka, basil, tomato and get this…pasta water! Serve in a martini glass with a little mozzarella ball garnish. The most delicious drink I’ve ever had. This place is amazing and I highly recommend it if you’re in town!!!“

“Beautiful cozy atmosphere (especially during the holidays!) and great food every time! Highly recommend.“

“absolutely amazing and authentic northern Italian cuisine! I felt like I was transported back to Tuscany. such delightful and hidden gem!“

“I was doing some electrical work there the other day and the owners and staff were nothing but nice to me. They were very kind and the food was good.!“

“food and service was absolutely wonderful! The taramasu was unbelievable!! Enough for 3 people! Thank u Joe for dessert and a expresso Martin. Can't wait to come back after Norm's recover. Thank you .Norm & Lori“

“Go Pasta has, hands down, the best eggplant parm and spinach pie I’ve ever had. The focaccia is also a must try. I brought a loaf to an event and it was all anyone could talk about.

Friendly staff, a clean and welcoming space, and food that never misses the mark. Highly recommend!“

“Awesome food we’re just there this evening party of eight had an outstanding meal great time. It was a great time. The service was impeccable . Haley was outstanding as always. great food great night thank you“

“I have nothing but respect for these people. We were doing utility work today on the restaurant and when we were leaving, they sat us down and treated us to a lunch free of charge. This is definitely a place that everyone should check out because people like this deserve all the business they can get ! Thank you again!“

“Great food and better atmosphere. Karen is the best“

“I truly believe I just had the best Italian grinder of my life. I cannot wait to come back. I will shortly. ty so much“

“Went to the Smithfield location last night for the first time. Amazing experience. The food was fantastic, the drinks were fantastic, and the service was top notch. Our waiter was Chuck, and he was super knowledgeable about the menu and very friendly. Highly recommend!“

“The food was great but the service was even better. Our server Julen was amazing. She was helpful in understanding as we had questions about the menu. Most servers we've dealt with at other restaurants feel like we are being a bother if we need something. Jules was not like that and was great to our dog Foxy as he lounged on the patio and ate his meal. 5 stars. we will definitely be back.“

“The piadina are amazing along with the homemade pasta and prepared items. The Portsmouth store is much easier to access than Middletown (parking) and the staff are great. I would give 5 stars if they were open til at least 5:30pm weeknights. It’s hard to get there by 5pm and I imagine they lose quite a bit of business from those of us wanting to grab dinner on the way home from work.“

“Amazing food and such pleasant ppl!! Will definitely be back!!!“

“Kaylin was very wonderful and great service she was very friendly and would request her every time! you won't be disappointed with her. I give her 10 out of 10“

“Food was excellent and our waiter Roberto was very accommodating. Will go back again“

“Best seafood in Rhode Island! If the line is long, it is worth the wait! We have been going since we moved here in 2020, and have taken multiple out-of-state guests who also love it and always ask to go back! If you have multiple food allergies, like gluten, dairy, and nuts, they are also great at accommodating! I haven’t gotten sick once yet! It was also the first restaurant our August newborn went to in 2022; his current favorite is fried shrimp and fries! Highly recommend Jimmy’s for the food, the iconic Block Island ferry atmosphere, and the hardworking, loving family who are wicked friendly when they aren’t immensely busy. We will be there next month for the first time this year! 🥳“

“Delicious eggplant fries and pizza to die for. 😋“

“Delicious — Coconut Almond Bar🍦“

“DoorDashed buffalo chicken calzone from here! All I can say is WORD! So delicious! The calzone crust is incredibly soft and crunchy! Get yourself extra blue Cheese dressing and a stick or three of celery, this is medium to almost spicy, perfect balance!
Unfortunately when I called to compliment on the food, the gentleman who answered was unable to understand what I was saying, (language barrier). Nevertheless I will be recommending and ordering again. Thank you!“

“it has a really nice atmosphere . the employees are very friendly I do recommend it to family and friends that would like to take a trip to Newport Beach ⛱️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️ in Rhode Island“

“Great atmosphere and fantastic food! large portions too!“

“BEST TRIVIA EVER! Every Thursday at 6:00!“

“Pizza was delicious! Expectations exceeded! We ordered a pepperoni & pesto pizza and it was perfection!
Just the kind of comfort food we were looking for to tie in the night!
Thank you guys for being open late and cooking up some great pizza at an affordable price next to our hotel!🍻“

“The staff was amazing! Extremely friendly and patient while my friend and I read through the menu.
The food was great! The Italian Pig In a Blanket was full of flavor, and the pizza was so greasy (in a great way).
When I'm back in the area, I'll definitely be back!“

“Fantastic dinner tonight from the appetizer to the Baccala, great flavor and always the best atmosphere at the bar!“

“Always a first stop on our way to RI beaches! YumYum... delicious pizza strips... the best Whoopie Pies!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a great experience with Theressa at Nikolas Pizza! Our varsity team was playing nearby at St. George’s Arena, and she was incredibly friendly, professional, and responsive while taking our order. We placed a very large order, and everything was handled perfectly. The food was delivered exactly at the time we requested, and every item was clearly labeled just as we asked, which was especially important because of food allergies on the team. That level of care and attention really meant a lot to us. We would absolutely call Nikolas Pizza again when we’re in the area and highly recommend them—especially if you’re working with a big group. Excellent service all around!“

“this place is fabulous the food is great and owners and family are very welcoming felt like home and again the food is great will definitely become a regular there“