50 Best Italian Restaurants near North Charleston

“I ate an early dinner 10/3rd at 5:00pm. My server, Wendy, was excellent! She was attentive without hovering. I was torn between three choices and she helped me decide which of the three I should eat. The dish was excellent and just the right choice for me. I thought the caesar salad was fresh and delicious but had too much dressing for me. I would order it on the side next time. If you visit this restaurant, ask to be seated in Wendy's section!“

“If you are ever in the North Charleston area and do not want barbecue, and you would prefer some italian, definitely check out this place. The chicken parmesan was tasty and the pasta as well. If you are arriving anywhere near Rush hour, plan for a massive amount of traffic and backups on the way in and out, it's a very busy area.“

“whomever drew this giraffe deserves a medal!“

“If you haven't been to Riva Mare at the Navy Yard yet, make a reservation immediately. I recently had the Trofie alla Genovese, and it was exceptional—perfectly twisted trofie pasta coated in a vibrant basil pesto with crunchy pine nuts, rich parmesan, and fresh summer beans. It is the ultimate light, fresh coastal Italian dish.Beyond the incredible food and the hospitality is top-tier. Georgia at the bar completely made our night—she is fantastic, welcoming, and shakes up an amazing cocktail. Between the pasta and Georgia’s stellar service, this has easily become one of my favorite spots in Charleston.“

“Came in with my girls and was sat right away, our waitress (miss.adara) greeted us with a kind smile, warm energy and patience ( it’s been years since we’ve been to Olive Garden) the food was delivered in a timely manner and was delicious. Chicken parm is my go to.“

“I have been waiting to try your pizza! It was worth the wait! 5 stars!!!!“

“Great experience,fast friendly service“

“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!“

“Great food; great service“

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

“Can't wait to visit! Looks amazing!“

“We had dinner at Legami the other night and had such a wonderful experience! Jackson was our server and was incredibly sweet, attentive, and professional. His recommendations were spot-on, and he truly made our evening extra special. Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service! We’ll definitely be back!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Fantastic food with personal service“

“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!“

“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.“

“Last night we went to Cane Pazzo in hanahan and man, what a treat that was! The service, the whole atmosphere, and the cocktails and food were beyond phenomenal. I got the soft shell crab pasta special and it was heavenly! The bread is so good we got 2!! The burrata with arugula, strawberries & balsamic was divine, the meatballs were so yummy i could just eat the 3 piece appetizer and be fully happy! Highly recommend and definitely get a reservation!!! 10 out of 10 ☆“

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

“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.“

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

“I have been to numerous Italian restaurants in my life. Out of every Italian restaurant this one is the absolute best, everything was so outstanding. Everything was made from scratch it had tons of flavor. Great service great atmosphere. I cannot highly recommend this place enough, today was my first day going there and I will be a regular there multiple times a month because it was that good. I can no longer hold other Italian restaurants that I’ve been to at such a high standard because this place was so outstanding and delicious.“

“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“

“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.“

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

“Delicious food - huge portions !!!“

“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.“

“Sorry you were linked with crazy lady in NJ. Word on the web is your food and service is top notch!! Wishing you great business!!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Been searching for an authentic Philly cheesesteak for a year. All places advertise that they are the real deal and we end up disappointed every time . A friend that we met recently is from up north and told us to try . Today we stopped in and thank GOD we did!! Literally our prayers have been answered. Soft bread , delicious meat , melty cheese. Authentic Philly food! We got a cheesesteak , Italian hoagie and turkey hoagie. If you’re looking for soft customer service , this may be alittle hard core for you as in normal Philly fashion , we loved it ! This is a MUST!! GO BIRDS!“

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

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

“This place is fabulous. Chicken piccata with the best buttery lemon garlic sauce. Pasta fagioli tastes like my grandmas. The arancini are the best ones I’ve found so far. Cocktails are fantastic. Then topped it off with homemade Pistachio cheesecake 🤤. All of this tops wild olive any day and not as pricey. Closest authentic Italian I’ve been able to find in the area. Food tastes like home!“

“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!!“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“love JI's pizza best in Charleston“

“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! 🍕✨“

“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“