42 Best Italian Restaurants near Antioch

“It’s absolutely the best pizza in Southern Nashville and it’s cheaper than most commercial spots like Domino’s.“

“Food was incredible as well as the cocktails. Hostess was very kind but as soon as our server got to us it was very apparent she did not want to be at work. Felt uninviting during our entire dinner and never once came to check on us after receiving our order. Instead, she stayed on her phone and chatted with other servers. More than likely just a bad apple but hopefully the rest of the servers have a better attitude.“

“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“

“We were in Nashville for a concert & found Little Hats online & decided to check it out because the reviews were so good. We were not disappointed at all! The customer service was phenomenal! The two beautiful ladies at the front were super friendly & helpful & very easy to talk to. The food was so good that we had to go back for more the next day to take back home to Indiana with us! The bolognese was some of the best pasta i’ve ever had! We found several things in the market area to take home & make for ourselves & the sandwiches we got for the cooler for our trek back home traveled well & were still delicious hours later. We are so glad we found Little Hats! Thank you for the awesome dining experience! 🖤“

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

“First time at the new location and thoroughly enjoyed it. The ambience is great and service was outstanding (Thank you Grant). We had the Frutti di Mare and Veal Saltimbocca and both were equally outstanding. Nice wine list as well. Dress business casual as most fine dining restaurants are, so best to avoid dressing overly casual (Swartz, flip-flops, tank tops, caps, etc).“

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

“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!!!“

“Wasn’t really expecting much when I first walked in, just a nice dinner.
Everything is shareable so it’s not a standard meal service.
The food, was mind blowingly good, everything was amazing.
I’d work here just to eat the food 😂
Our server was great, owner dropped by our table and was a really nice guy
Will absolutely go back“

“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!!!“

“Read about this restaurant on Eater Nashville, so had high expectations. It mostly lived up to it. The Focaccia crust pizza is fantastic, especially topped with burratta. However, the fennel salad was a little bland and grilled dates ok. The restaurant was cozy and excellent service.“

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

“Absolutely, positively incredible!! The vibe, the food, the cocktails, the service, the live music - all simply perfect. Like stepping back into 1961. Truly my favorite spot in Nashville. Frank would be proud. Don't miss this swingin' place, baby!“

“Menu: slightly different from what you see on their website, so we were taken aback at first, but a lot of overlaps

Food: delicious! Forgot to take pictures of half of the things we ordered, but the table favorites were Burrata, Pesto, Focaccia. Everything we ordered tasted great.

Staff: Was friendly, but one of our guests ordered a fish entree and while they were bringing out everyone’s plates, our server told him to choose something else as they were out of that fish. I think they could have reached out to us earlier. However, they were extremely accommodating to our ever changing guest list and kept adding more tables to accommodate everyone.

Service: they don’t let you split the check more than 6 ways, so if you’re going there in large parties, be ready to Venmo each other.

Parking: plenty of parking spots right outside the establishment.

Vibe: other patrons were pretty quiet and nice. Overall, ambiance was great. Loved the chic decor of the place. The bar area is rather large but no noisy patrons there either.

Overall, very pleased with my experience. Would go again!

Vegetarian options: You can ask to replace the meat with veggies“

“The dinner food here is unbelievably good. And their lunch sandwiches are even better. The boxed lunches are great and come with a drink and a cookie. And I need to know who makes the cookies because they are so amazingly good. They rival Brightside Bakery.“

“Had an ABSOLUTELY AMAZING dinner. Everything we had was delectable. Their bread is exquisite. You owe it to yourself to have dinner here. The staff is also top notch. 5 stars in my book!!“

“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.“

“A friend took me there for lunch today. First visit for both of us. The food was fantastic and we ended up bringing half of our dishes home. Priced very well and authentic Italian! Service was great and very fast! Highly recommend you give it a try!!“

“Las pizzas están deliciosas !“

“This is going to be an odd review. This is about 925 not the pizza place, the pizza place phenomenal.
I've been twice now. Both times the service was horrible, slow, pretentious. Almost annoyed that you're there. (Except this one girl I wish I knew her name she worked tonight and had a Frankie's blue shirt on. Wish she was my server every time, but she wasn't she just brought our boxed up food at the end)
Also they charge for bread like 6 bucks, think I paid 12 all together, but it's worth it.
Now more importantly, the food.
The food is worth every bit. I had a 545 reservation tonight and I wish I had two more hours to eat there.
I could just sit and enjoy it from open to close it's that good.
We had the bread, mozzarella platter (slightly wetter than the first time I went but still fire)
Wife had beets. Highlight of the meal, ravioli (also wetter than last time but still perfect) I had the sausage brown butter. Daughter had egg plant parm. Really I would love to say this place sucks people are rude etc never coming back. But the food is so damn good it's worth it.
First time I came in they were closing early it was our anniversary and I love the pizza place so I wanted to try the restaurant.
It was amazing. Again horrible service. But amazing food. They closed early for a private party or something I can't remember. Didn't affect us because we were quick to eat and sat at the bar. But this one guy came in while we were eating and almost got in a fight with the hostess because he sat he sat there for 15 minutes before being greeted. And then the hostess was like we close in 20 mins. No where was it posted guy was pretty ticked. To us it was dinner and a show. But hey sometimes you close early.
Chefs are also really nice: should add that. Chefs there are very kind and grateful. Hopefully the waitstaff don't recognize me after posting this. I mean it's a five star review.
All I'm saying is if you go here expect Unwelcomed hospitality hahaha. Amazing food.“

“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.“

“amazing food and service!“

“We eat here everytime we are in town, which is often since my child come to Vanderbilt for all of her Dr's. She loves the meatballs, and we love the Chicken Acuto. Last night was THE best chicken acuto that we have ever had and we have it often.“

“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!“

“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. 😋“

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

“Very unique…. Loved looking at all the pictures ! Food was great !“

“I like this Olive Garden over many of the other locations around! They were pretty quick and the food was good. Everything tasted fresh. But I do have to say it is very uncomfortably cold at this Olive Garden every time I’m here. And that normally doesn’t bother me but dang it’s cold in there.
Over all, it’s all good here!“

“We had an absolute Amazing Night in Nashville! Our waiter, Kyler, was phenomenal and so knowledgeable about his menu and food facts! Im not sure what all we ate. I know we had the artisinal cheese charcuterie, black spaghetti, eggplant parm, chicken parm, truffle fries, and the most amazing brussel sprouts I ever had in my life. Omg and the hot honey pizza.... amazing all around. We are food samplers and always taste test a little bit of everything. And I wasn't disappointed with any of our choices!“

“The stromboli and pasta were amazing. The service was fantadtic. We drove 45 minutes to eat there and we will be returning!!“

“Had a pasta and pizza and they were both amazing. We are from Australia and found it hard to find a good restaurant in the Marina bay sands area and this did not disappoint. 5 stars“

“Great service, great lunch prices. The only thing that was concerning was that our salads were served on a flat salad plate instead of a bowl, making it difficult to keep your lettuce on the plate. Instead of falling on the table ,appears to be a change by the restaurant, when I ask about the change.“

“The quail tonight was phenomenal!“

“We ordered a meat lovers pizza & Ziti with meat sauce. Everything here is homemade and the owner is so generous and kind. My daughter loves pasta and fell in love at the first bite. The garlic knots were tasty and had the perfect amount of garlic on them. The pizza by itself was amazing and tasted delicious by itself. We normally put pepper flakes on our pizza but this pizza needed none. The food speaks for itself! Thank you for the amazing service and food.“

“Delicious food, great service!“

“We went to Olive garden to celebrate my birthday and our server Chris was phenomenal!!! He went above and beyond to make sure we were well taken care of, gave us extra food when we didn't ask for it and was very personable with my fiance and I. Haven't seen this type of service in a long while and he definitely got the biggest tip I've ever paid out. From here on out we will always make sure Chris is our server.“

“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. 😋“

“Stopped here on a whim and we will definitely be back! The specials were bang for buck. Even a normal slice of Pepperoni is loaded and massive! The salad was great, the pizza crust was stellar; light crispy, crunchy. We even thought the macaroons were great and worth every penny. Great service, fast, friendly, affordable and delish! Yum! Who knew Nashville has pizza like this??? Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5“

“Fantastic food and service !“

“I had a fantastic dining experience here recently, and I must highlight my server, Mo. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel welcomed and attended to our needs promptly. Her friendly attitude and attentiveness truly enhanced our meal.

Mo was knowledgeable and checked in regularly without being overbearing, ensuring we had everything we needed.

Overall, I can honestly say that Mo provided the best service I’ve ever experienced at this location. If you find yourself here, I highly recommend asking for her. Thank you, Mo, for making our visit so enjoyable!“