35 Best Italian Restaurants near Johns Island

“To say we’ve been sleeping on this culinary gem would be the understatement of the year 🫠 Unbelievable meal and wonderful service by Kim tonight!“

“We have been 4 times now and the food is fresh, plentiful and flavorful. Their pistachio cheesecake and raspberry lemon cheesecake are delicious and we brought them home to enjoy over the next couple of days. The linguine and clam sauce is almost as good as my husband’s recipe . Their bread is fresh and great to finish off the clam sauce. The meatballs are a great meal if you are skipping pasta. Their pizzas are wood fired thin and crispy with many choices for toppings with both red and white sauce. The staff is friendly and attentive. Even the customers are friendly and smile and greet you. Thankful they are here on John’s Island“

“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.“

“Great food; great service“

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

“Can't wait to visit! Looks amazing!“

“The porcini rubbed prime rib sandwich is without a doubt one of the best sandwiches I have ever had in Charleston. I have been trying to get by this place for a couple of weeks and I am glad that I did. I compared this sandwich against my other favorite in Charleston, which was a steak sandwich from Fugazi… Only to find out that they own that restaurant as well. Absolutely fantastic sandwich will become a regular here and I will recommend you to everybody. Capt. Paul“

“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.“

“We visit Le Farfalle every time we visit Charleston, as it is a tradition for me and my son. We love the food and the atmosphere. We can’t wait to have many more trips together to enjoy there.“

“The food was absolutely delicious with good sized portions and a great value for the price.“

“Amazing food. Everything is homemade. My fiancé and I live an hour away and it is always worth the drive. Must try! We have loved everything we have tried. After developing a gluten intolerance I can still enjoy their delicious gluten free lasagna. Even their homemade breads are much easier to digest than anything else I have tried! Such a treat to get their food 🥰“

“The service, food and atmosphere are outstanding.“

“We heard so much about pelato and it definitely lived up to our expectations. The food all came out fresh to order and we appreciated the time we had in between each meal. All of the food was delicious and we split six plates for three people. The stand outs were the pelato salad, the meatballs (my personal favorite), and the vodka pasta. As someone who isn’t the biggest pasta lover, the vodka pasta was extremely tasty and rich. It’s a perfect dish to complement the other lighter items and for sharing. I also loveddd the shape of the pasta! Our waitress was DaJané who was very kind and helpful. Super nice ambiance as well and the restaurant itself was beautiful and spacious.“

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

“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!“

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

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

“Best restaurant in Charleston. I highly recommend the 4 course menu, it’s been superb both times I was there. When we got our bread, it came with EVOO rather than the cheap oil that is common at most restaurants. This is a testament to their commitment to quality ingredients and that was true throughout the whole meal. Get there before someone post about it on TikTok and it’s impossible to get a reservation!“

“A local place we discovered after a long day of walking in Charleston. We wanted pizza and looked up and soo glad we found this gem. The pizza was delicious. We got salads and it was very generous. Loved the atmosphere...including fresh flowers on the tables. Love supporting local.“

“Delicious and creative menu!“

“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.“

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

“Couldn’t have imagine a better place to celebrate my aunt and uncles anniversary. Best homemade Italian dishes and atmosphere we could ask for!“

“I am usually a harsh critic on Google Reviews, so I don’t usually like to give 5 stars. But, I saw Renzo does have a bunch of reviews so I figured I wouldn’t be as harsh. 5 stars for Renzo!

The French Onion pizza was spectacular. My mom and brother got wine, and that looked pretty good.

My only complaint is we ordered some meatballs off of the happy hour menu and they were tiny… like super tiny… like penny sized. And I like to eat. But now I know the pizza is better bang for my buck.

I enjoyed the pizza, the service, and the environment!

No complaints, I would come back!“

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

“Baker’s Bar is one of those places that just gets it. The team is always hustling and welcoming, serving up fantastic cocktails, fresh delicious salads and pizza, and a soundtrack that somehow always matches the mood. Finally, a place made for locals! We keep coming back for a reason... The rest is still unwritten“

“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!!“

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

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

“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!“

“Worth the wait! Get there on time for seating. Great flights and pizza offerings.“

“The review is strictly for Bri. She went above and beyond to help me recieve some important information, while a guy, I assume the manager was in the background fussing and being really nasty about her being on the phone too long. Well sir, she was helping a previous CUSTOMER. It amazes me how rude Managers are to their employees. And the fact that he didn't care that he was talking loud enough that I could hear him speaks volumes.
If I could give multiple reviews I'd give 1 star based on this behavior.
You don't ever have to worry about me coming back to this establishment. Besides the pizza is OK, nothing to brag about!
Thank Bri continue to be a sweet, nice young lady❤️“

“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 😀“

“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.“

“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 !!!“