44 Best Italian Restaurants near James Island

“Visited last Sunday for first time… cheesesteak hoagie… fantastic… ordered another to go…I will return“

“Good food, good service. Quite a few gluten free options which I was very happy about; they also have a rice pasta that can be substituted in most dishes. Tasty cocktails. Enjoyed the ambiance. Definitely plan to return.“

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

“Great experience,fast friendly service“

“Sandwiches were super delicious! Not gonna lie, I wish they had some mayo or something ? but other than that it was yummy! The sandwiches we got had a lot on them so definitely worth the $$ but I would love to try one of their more simple sandwiches!“

“Great food; great service“

“Can't wait to visit! Looks amazing!“

“Phenomenal food and atmosphere. Get the “dessert bread” appetizer if you come. Had the grouper on special and it was incredible“

“I can't believe Legami wasn't on my radar until recently! We had an incredible dinner with outstanding drinks. The Legami Martini truly made its mark with the burrata-stuffed olives.

We tried the oysters, which were uniquely paired with pickled onions. The added crunch gave them an unexpected texture that actually worked surprisingly well together. The Shrimp Kataifi was another favorite. I had never had anything like it before but I do wish the portion included more than three shrimp for the price.

This was the best Gnocchi dish I’ve ever had. It was both creamy and flavorful. If Gnocchi isn’t your style, I highly recommend the Pappardelle Al Ragu. Overall, it was a great dinner with exceptional service and beautiful presentation.“

“Fantastic food with personal service“

“Absolutely world class service & great flavorful food!!!!! They not only made our food another time after door dash “dished” us…they delivered to hotel hot & fresh for us even though not their fault!!! Thank you sooo much. Highly highly highly recommend this restaurant whether vegan or not.“

“The service, food and atmosphere are outstanding.“

“Tried Chicken Piccata for the first time here. Great service, excellent food. This may become a go to for us.“

“Amazing, fresh food. I stayed in Folly for a weekend and ate here everyday because it’s that good. Caprese panini and bucatini with shrimp Alfredo 🤌🏼“

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

“Mt Pleasant has a REAL Italian restaurant. The food is authentic tasty and cooked to perfection. I felt like my family & I were back in Italy w great Italian food. You can taste the love that this restaurant has for their food & their customers. The service was impecable and out waiter Jim was very attentative. My family is from NY, FL,SC and we all enjoyed a taste from Italia.“

“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!“

“I’m an Italian guy when you walk in you’ll feel like you’re in Italy, the food is amazing, the staff is on point and helpful. Out of all the Italian restaurants in Mount P and Charleston amalfi is my favorite!“

“Great food service and atmosphere!One of my favorites 🥰“

“Being from NY, it has a hometown feel with excellent food, good sized portions and the best waiter ever in Joel.“

“Good atmosphere and terrific food“

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

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

“We were visiting from NY and wanted a taste of home! As soon as you walked in it smelled like home and we knew we were going to eat something delicious! We each got different chicken cutlet sandwiches and they were all amazing! The owner came out and chatted with us for a while, overall it was a great experience! The Italian desserts were the cherry on top!“

“We came on a whim with a party of eight. Because we had a large group and hadn’t called ahead, we weren’t quite sure what to expect on a busy Saturday. After a short time on the waitlist, they moved some tables together and got us seated earlier than planned. Mallory, our server, was an absolute gem. Super patient and accommodating. We will be back!!“

“Delicious and creative menu!“

“I went for the first time and it was awesome. I saw that they had amoroso rolls and had to have the meatball sandwich. It helps to take the crave away if your from the Philadelphia area.“

“Me love Modo Mio! Mr. Mike makes the best pizza!“

“Google helped us find this restaurant and we are so glad it did. My husband and I both got the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken. It was delicious! Our server Angel was fantastic. She was so accommodating to us especially when it came to our kids. Will definitely be back here next time we are in town!“

“Renzo provided me with the BEST pizza I’ve ever had. Not just in Charleston, but from anywhere, ever. The flavor rollercoaster of the Mulberry Street pizza was a ride I didn’t want to end. So, I got another one to go. Also, they have homemade ranch. Excellent and attentive staff.“

“Excellent food and service-everything we ordered was over the top and there were 8 of us, each ordering a different appetizer and entree!Our server Pat, was so well informed about the food, and his service could not have been better!“

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

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

“I was definitely surprised by this place! Hands down some of the best pizza in the area. It even better that it's located in a shopping center with plenty of FREE parking and away from the hustle and bustle and headache of downtown Charleston. Service was also spot on. Their garlic knot appetizer was different and unlike any other garlic knot I've ever had. I will definitely be back!“

“Just got an everything pizza, it’s probably the BEST pizza I’ve ever tasted!! The pizza was fast and fresh and amazing, what more can you ask for!! My new Charleston tradition will definitely be Suna’s pizza!! Thanks guys 😀“

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

“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!!“

“First let me say, the pizza was delicious!! Thin, crispy crust…the kind of yumminess you get from a wood burning oven. The perfect amount of cheese, sauce, and flavor. I don’t know what it’s like normally, but it was very slow and I for sure thought that the service would have been better…it was meh. Pretty cool atmosphere, but I was sitting at the bar and I can’t say I appreciated the bartender coming on duty spraying cleaning supplies and pouring bleach while I sat there. Don’t get me wrong, I love the smell of cleat, but I don’t enjoy inhaling the cleaning spray while I eat. If I come back, I’ll sit at a table to enjoy a delicious pizza.“

“JI has a message saying you can't place online orders and there not answering the phones . they keep a problem. it's a shame because the pizza is good. The business is just not being ran right.“

“Visiting Charleston,SC, needed something filling . Found New York Pizza on East Bay Street. The young lady April who took my order over the phone was wonderful. She was most helpful in suggesting the amount and toppings. My mobility issues allowed me to go to the Lobby and receive my Pizza. Leo brought it to the desk, he was very nice, appreciative and caring. April and Leo are great employees to have, they accommodate others issues and make it happen. I am most grateful and thankful. My Pizza,Side Salad, Strawberry Lemonade mad the difference also. Thank you again and again April and Leo.“

“Excellent New York style pizza!!! Hand tossed, sauce had just the right amount of sweet and tang...plus the atmosphere, music and the guy making the pies made me feel like I was actually sitting in a neighborhood pizza joint in New York City. Next time we go back to Charleston, we are definitely stopping in for another huge, hand-tossed New York style pizza.“

“Food was good- pepperoni and basil on gluten free crust & another pepperoni on regular crust. Pizza is wood fired and has that thin crust, rustic, floury thing going on. The kids tried the hot honey on theirs and loved it! The meat and cheese board was good as well. We went on a weekend and there was competing music between here and the bar across the street, lots of people, lots of kids playing on the playground in the seating area.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free crust available“

“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 !!!“

“Absolutely best Italian combo sandwich ever! The ciabatta is out of this world. Crispy and fresh. You have to try this one!“