48 Best Italian Restaurants near Brentwood

“probably the best Philly cheese steak I've ever had“

“Fantastic standard dishes as well pizza. Hot has a kick. Will be back.“

“I love this Amerigos location. The atmosphere is always very welcoming and quaint. The servers,, especially Amy, are top notch. This place really knows how to provide great customer service, value and good food.
Also, as someone who is celiac, they are very knowledgeable and accommodating.“

“The food was incredible and service was top notch. Highly recommend if you love pizza, pasta, salads and fabulous Tiramisu!!“

“The food was delicious & service impeccable! Definitely will be back“

“Excellent place for a fusion Italian! The staff was helpful, knowledgeable and very kind. The food was amazing and smaller portions so be sure to share. The bread definitely is worth getting along with saving room for a dessert. We will be back and we will be bringing out of town guests to share the experience! You will have parking on the street for free but the lot tied to the restaurant is paid parking.“

“Great food, drinks and vibe. Very interesting concept. We sat at the chefs counter and that was great to watch. I like the small menu and attention to detail. The focaccia was amazing. We also ordered the heirloom tomato salad which was also amazing. The chef was super informative, polite and helpful. Would def go back. Only docking 1 star for service as our server was a little less attentive than I’m used to.“

“Always have a good experience! Great food. Excellent service. Never had a bad meal😀“

“Went twice while in Nashville and both times were a delight. Great staff and the pizza was phenomenal!“

“The staff were very friendly and the food was amazing.“

“Food is always great and Noelle is so friendly! Loved talking to her about Italy and busiate pasta!“

“We’d worked hard and decided to try an Italian place we hadn’t tried before. We chose Salento Italia and what a good move! The service by Taylor was superb and the spaghetti with cauliflower was delish and my husband’s shrimp scampi was yummy too! Great place!!!“

“We had dinner here tonight. Good ambiance and excellent service. We enjoyed the fettuccini, pesto and rigatoni. ♥️“

“We are locals and have wanted to try this place for a little while now. Getting a table reservation is hard but worth the wait. We celebrated our anniversary here and had complimentary champagne. We had the rack of lamb, my strip, wagyu skewer, and the potatoes.

Free parking located at 147 4th Ave N. Just bring your ticket to the hostess and they will cover it.“

“It was truly some of the best Italian food I have ever eaten. I had the chicken Alfredo and the rosemary focaccia bread. Simply divine. I finished with the tiramisu and coffee. The food was fresh and delicious. The service was excellent. Phylicia went out of her way to take care of me.“

“Excellent food, wine and service. From our server to the guys working the kitchen, we had a blast and awesome meal at the pizza counter seats!!!“

“Hands down the best all around dinner experience in Nashville. Presentation was off the charts! This was our first time visiting, they had a “Christmas Eve” menu which looked delicious but we came with our hearts set on the steak; no questions asked the kitchen was happy to adjust, we received the best steak we have tasted yet! The staff was beyond wonderful, the atmosphere was perfect. Love love loved Yolan; this will be a must have every time we visit Nashville! Thank you Yolan for the perfect Christmas Eve experience!“

“We love this Carrabba's! Our family had a delightful dinner here tonight. Steven was our waiter. He was professional and friendly. Our food was delicious and served quickly. Carrabba's cappuccino beats all others. It is my favorite way to end a meal 💕“

“Katie was our server the other night and she made it one of the best server experiences we ever had. My husband left his card at our table and she returned it to the front desk. Her honesty is refreshing and she went above and beyond to serve us the best way she could.“

“Hands down the most delicious Italian food I’ve ever had. My husband and I came up from Georgia to celebrate our anniversary/Valentine’s Day, and we were welcomed with a hand-written card and impeccable service. We can’t wait to come back.“

“I went to Mangia last night for the first time, and it was beyond expectations! The environment and service were both 10/10, and the food was off the charts incredible. *of note: I have issues with gluten and 90% of the menu was already gluten free. The gf pasta and bread options were delicious, and I didn’t feel like the odd one out at any point (because I could eat the same dishes as everyone else with a slight modification)! The team really does make it feel like you’re at a family event. The dancing mid meal is super fun and makes finishing the rest of the meal easier lol! 12/10 ✨ and I am already thinking about when we can go back 🥰🤣“

“Great restaurant with amazing food and an unbelievable staff!“

“Amazing place, and amazing hosts.“

“Friday night after a few drinks late night at some local bars and not wanting to drive far from our hotel, we ordered from here and LOVEDDDD it. Pizza was hot, fresh ingredients & we ate every single slice. To top it off they graciously added a 2 liter of sprite to our order that we didn't even order & let us use their restroom. That following Sat we decided to try something different on the menu & we still were more than happy. The small calzone was HUGE and full of ingredients but not too much. The cheesesteak hoagie was a great portion too. 4 people ate just those 2 things and we all we FULL! And again we were offered a free soda. We now all have this placed saved for our return to Nashville“

“The staff is very friendly. The food is fresh and delicious with homemade sauces. Nice, quiet atmosphere to enjoy dinner. The cheese wedges and Pepperoni pizza were fabulous!“

“Best part of the experience was the service. I can’t remember the gentleman’s name but he was excellent. Explained the dishes, what drinks complimented the dish and just made my wife’s and my experience so much more enjoyable. Food was great, drinks were great. Only downside to the meal was the seating plan of the restaurant. Everything felt a little bit too cramped, barely any room between tables, especially once seated I felt as though I was going to keep hitting the person sitting behind me so the staff couldn’t even pass through, they kept just trying to squeeze past which wasn’t too enjoyable. Overall though a good experience.“

“The food was so delicious. There were 17 of us and everyone enjoyed their dinner. staff were amazing. thank you for a lovely evening.“

“Food was great, staff was very friendly.“

“I was visiting family in Nashville and we had Cocos for dinner, I got the vigo pizza and absolutely delicious, I even ended up taking some back home.“

“The food is amazing, portions are generous, and the staff is out of this world. I was there last night, the bartender Reese really knows how to make you feel welcome and makes by far the best old fashion I’ve ever had,“

“Sir Pizza is an Iconic Pizza with a long standing undeniable perfection…and Melissa’s has been perfecting this culinary delight for over 35 years…also the pizza/salad bar, calzones, and all kinds of other great choices🙏❤️😎“

“This place is a rare find where EVERYTHING.. from the ambiance to the food is on point. The standout feature? They make their pasta from scratch, and you can absolutely taste the difference. The Chicken Parmesan is a must-try, with perfectly breaded buttermilk chicken that's tender and juicy, topped with their homemade marinara and melted mozzarella. The pasta that comes with it is, of course, made in-house and cooked to perfection. It's comfort food at its finest. Speaking of comfort food, their Mac and Cheese is hands down one of the best I've ever had. It's creamy, cheesy, and has just the right amount of crunch. You can tell it’s made with love, and the scratch-made pasta elevates it to a whole new level. And for those who crave a taste of Chicago, their Italian Beef Sandwich is a revelation. The beef is thinly sliced, piled high, and soaked in jus that’s packed with flavor. Paired with their house-made giardiniera, it’s the kind of sandwich that you’ll be dreaming about long after you’ve left. The atmosphere at Nicoletto's is cozy and inviting, with a warm, rustic vibe that makes you want to linger over your meal. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, eager to guide you through the menu or offer up a drink recommendation. In a city full of dining options, Nicoletto's stands out not just for its fresh, homemade pasta but for the love and care they put into every dish. Whether you're a pasta purist or someone who just loves good food, Nicoletto's is a place that deserves a top spot on your must-visit list. 😋“

“amazing food and service!“

“What an incredible hidden gem! We celebrated our 25th anniversary there tonight and I could easily go back tomorrow for another round! We had the whipped ricotta, Caesar salad, and Ophelia’s lasagna. Fantastic service, amazing ambiance. Make a reservation….you will not regret it! And the Hamlet book they bring your check in….so unique!“

“Just found this place and have eaten there twice. Food is delicious.. The outside will fool you as it’s next to a liquor store and discount beer store. The interior very clean with white table cloths and comfortable seating. My husband usually has wine with his meal. They don’t serve alcohol but said fine for folks to bring their own bottle. Family owned. Very sweet family, really good food at a reasonable price with comfortable dining . Can’t ask for anything more.“

“North Italia was a hit for our Christmas meal. I did not want to spend half the day in the kitchen this year and wanted convenience and a great meal. I found the family pack to go meals while searching online and it’s a excellent deal. We chose the lagsagna family pack which included a large Ceasar salad, huge loaf of garlic bread, lasagna for 4 to 6 and tiramisu. We picked it up last night to heat and seve today. Bravo North Italia. This meal was absolutely delicious and there is plenty for 2 people to have for 3 nights. At the time of our purchase it was only $65.00 plus tax. We will do this again. Thanks again to the young lady that took my order and to the Manager Zane that called to confirm my order.“

“Everything we ordered came out hot and fresh. The food was delicious. We ordered the brushetta to start with. It was packed with flavor. Our two main course meals were the Three Cheese Tortellini and the Fettuccine Imperial.

Our server Jaylen was on top of anything we could ask for as soon as we sat down, until the time we left. Big kudos to the staff here. I'll be back next time im in town.“

“Food was amazing! Everything was fresh and hot. The server Savanah was amazing 💕 Definitely a great spot for a nice date night or a simple solo date. 10/10 across the board.“

“Enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Service was excellent.“

“We have driven by this place on the square in Franklin for years and had never stopped in. We ate there tonight and it was incredible. I think I ate the best plate of pasta that I have ever eaten.“

“My kids love it. I'm not a crazy fan of the dishes. The marinara sauce seems overly salty.

The menu also seem somewhat stale - I feel like I've been seeing the same thing for years now.

I'll give them one thing, the breadsticks with the Alfredo sauce – I could eat that till I passed out.

But the service is always excellent. The hosts & hostesses are very friendly and helpful.

The restaurant seems to be popular with everyone except for me. So maybe it's me?“

“We ordered a pie last night for delivery to our hotel room. It was one of the best cheese pizzas I had in a while, and delivered so quickly (less than 20 minutes) no complaints at all and we will order again next time we are in town.“

“My wife and I celebrated our 24th anniversary with dinner at Cork & Cow. Everything, EVERYTHING was absolutely perfect. Our reservation was for 9pm. We walked in at 8:45 and were seated immediately. Mike, our server, was quick to greet us and made excellent suggestions. I already knew I wanted the bone-in ribeye, but I wasn't settled on an appetizer. Mike suggested the pork belly: ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. My wife ordered the filet. Both steaks were well-seasoned and cooked perfectly. Dessert didn't seem likely, since I was starting to feel full, but I overheard another server mention a chocolate torte that had peanut butter mousse, so. . . O. M. G. As if the food and service weren't good enough, we were back in our hotel room by 9:45.“

“My ubereats order got messed up. Amico's made it work...on their own--and everything was still fresh and warm when it arrived late, outside of their control...and them adding in delivery just to be kind. They went above and beyond AND the food was great, as usual. Definitely go support them! The food is always great. 👌Service is clearly just as good.“

“WONDERFUL! Went today to the Franklin location for my birthday and sat in the kitchen so my son could experience it, and WOW! The service and food were amazing, our waitress was great and Kevin the manager really made our day, he was AMAZING!! I have been going to Buca for many years but this experience was one for the books!“

“Love this place! My husband and I were greeted as soon as we entered the door with the biggest smile of a Chef...you can watch your order being made~this man has skills! Fresh out of the oven came out sausage roll and cheese stromboli. THESE WERE FANTASTIC! If you want NY style eats, THIS is the place to be! Thank you for your hospitality and fab eats ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“