32 Best Italian Restaurants in Charleston

“Great food; great service“

“When you go sit at the kitchen counter. Loved watching the cooks.“

“My wife took me to Legami in Charleston for my birthday, and the entire team made it such a special evening. They welcomed us with complimentary prosecco, gave me a birthday card signed by the whole staff, and even surprised us with a complimentary cannoli for dessert. Those above and beyond thoughtful touches made us feel truly celebrated.

Our server, Brant, was incredibly kind and attentive and offered excellent recommendations. Everyone was also so patient and welcoming with our toddler, who was a little more vocal than usual that evening. As parents, we really appreciated their kindness.

The food was absolutely delicious. I had the duck, which had a perfect balance of flavors, and my wife had the Sacchetti, which was wonderfully flavorful and tasted so fresh.

From the food to the genuinely warm hospitality, Legami gave us a birthday dinner to remember. Thank you to Brant and the entire staff for making the evening so special!“

“Can't wait to visit! Looks amazing!“

“My wife and I went there for date night last night and our only complaint was we haven't been there sooner. The wait staff was amazing, from the hostesses to the bartenders and finally the server. The food was next level and the focaccia was only describable as sinful. Prices were very reasonable and portions were huge. We will definitely be adding it to our rotation. 10/10.“

“If you love authentic Italian sandwiches, Porkchetta is the place to go. Their sandwiches are served on fresh, homemade focaccia bread and packed with high-quality, fresh ingredients. Every bite is full of flavor, and the staff makes you feel right at home. An outstanding experience from start to finish — highly recommend!“

“I can confidently say it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! Although we didn’t have a reservation, the staff went above and beyond to accommodate our large party and quickly arranged a lovely table for our group. When we asked for recommendations, our waiter suggested a family-style three-course meal, and we couldn’t be happier with his suggestion! Each course was beautifully presented, and simply delicious. From appetizers to desserts, every dish was crafted with care and creativity. It was a wonderful way to experience the menu and share in the joy of great food together. If you’re ever in the area, do yourself a favor and dine here—you won’t regret it! Thank you for an amazing experience; I can’t wait to return!“

“We had the crab cake sandwich and the Bellisima. Both were delicious and good sized portions. And they had samples available to try before ordering!“

“Delicious and creative menu!“

“delicious meal with great service. everything was wonderful, from the bread to pasta to tiramisu. Dogu took good care of us.“

“The service, food and atmosphere are outstanding.“

“This place is 10/10. The food was the best we’ve had in Charleston. The service was amazing. DJ was our waiter and he was so friendly, personable, and on top of his serving game. We witnessed a lot of teamwork amongst the workers and all the workers looked happy to be there. It is such a cute restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. Every dish we had, from the appetizers (burrata and crispy garlic potatoes), to our meals, adult beverages, and dessert - everything was delicious! It will be a challenge to find food to top tonight’s dinner for our remaining time in Charleston.“

“I love getting this level of Italian food via takeout! So good!“

“Service was amazing and the food was outstanding! We had to order a second round of the ravioli special because it was that good!!“

“We heard about this place and wanted to try it so we went there Thursday night. Had a 6 PM reservation for four people got seated immediately beautiful place out of the downtown traffic to Charleston easy parking. It’s a great experience family style. The recipe changes daily great selection of wine. . Only thing I suggested was that they would play Italian music instead of the the current top hits music that they were playing didn’t seem to suit the ambience, but the chef said he does not like Italian music although he’s not Italian and also I suggest that the waiters and waitresses have a similar uniform if you will like black pants and white shirts our waiter was great but he had blue jeans on it, just kind of declared the experience. We will be returning“

“This is the closest thing to San Francisco North Beach Italian on the east coast. I had carpaccio, penne alla vodka and crème brûlée. O M G YOU MUST EAT AT CIAO BELLA“

“Just ate dinner at the reopened Mondos and loved it! Great atmosphere, excellent server and delicious food! Highly recommend“

“CRUST WOOD FIRES PIZZA

We're visiting Folly Beach and had Crust delivered.

I had a chicken salad with Bibb lettuce that was very good.
We also had baked rigatoni with meatballs, pasta with shrimp and veggies pasta. Everything was tasty and delivered on time.

We recommend CRUST“

“First timing eating here last night. Amazing food, service, etc!“

“Great food! We came in for red sauce week. Service was a bit slow but it was pretty busy. Our server, Bryn, was very attentive! Only complaint was how loud it was/ talk to my partner, but it is a small space, so it’s understandable.“

“Great pizza. Excellent service. We always love eating here when we are on DI !“

“We come here all the time so my kids pasted by and grabbed some waters and they have the Best Staff Ever, My sons passed by there to buy some waters and they gave them free waters so my son felt he should buy something and he ended up getting a pizza and they gave him a free one because one of the chefs over heard him talking about bikes and it’s just amazing to see people be kind to kids.“

“👊 Pizza A Modo Mio continues to impress with their quality. Definitely the best in the area and love to see them prosper!!!“

“I took my wife on a mini food tour and this was our last stop. The food was very delicious! We only ordered the Disco Fries and the Bruno Bianco pizza. The fries were very flavorful with vodka sauce, pesto, and fresh mozzarella. The Bruno Bianco was extremely fresh and very delicious. You could definitely taste the aromas of the parmigiano and basil pesto ranch sauce. It was phenomenal!! I completely recommend this place and these options.“

“Chicken piccata was amazing. Our server Dominick is a true professional. Our experience was terrific. Compliments to the chef🫶“

“Best food and service in all of a Charleston. Ask for Gage Jenkins. Best server in town.“

“I am so upset that we’ve never ordered from here before!! It was the best pizza and pasta we’ve ever gotten in the Charleston area. I would even compare it to the food we got in Little Italy in NY. The pizza is superb with the best crust, sauce and mozzarella!! The spaghetti with marinara and the Lasagna were AMAZING as well. It’s our new go to for pizza and pasta!!“

“My girlfriend and I ate here tonight and it was outstanding. Our server ( blonde girl with the outside dining section) was the best we have had in a very long time. Very attentive and super friendly. Highly recommend!“

“Only have one question…how come you are not open at 9am. So glad you are here to make these amazing pies. Never disappoints, well except having to wait for you to open!“

“La Mejor Pizza Que Hemos Comido En SC ✨ 10/10 Excelente Servicio Al Cliente!“

“If you’re in downtown Charleston SC, and craving pizza, Pizzeria di Giovanni is a must-visit! The inviting atmosphere and the aroma of freshly baked dough will transport you straight to Italy.

The menu features both traditional and innovative pizzas. The Margherita is a standout, with a perfectly charred crust, rich San Marzano tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella. Don't miss the seasonal specials that highlight local ingredients.

What truly sets this place apart is the attentive staff, eager to suggest wine pairings that enhance your meal. Their commitment to customer service makes you feel like part of the family.
Pizzeria di Giovanni is a gem in Charleston’s culinary scene, offering exceptional pizza and a warm atmosphere. Your taste buds will thank you! 🍕✨“

“We ordered an Italian sub, a steak sub and a medium thin crust pizza with 4 toppings, from Ryan. Everything was fresh and tasted great ! Ryan really has it going on !!!“