40 Best Italian Restaurants near Brentwood

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

“Absolutely wonderful experience from the moment we walked in. This restaurant is an absolute Gem! It was sooo hard to choose what to eat as everything on the menu sounded delicious. Our lovely server, Vikki, was phenomenal. Sooo attentive, friendly, insightful, hard working, and went above and beyond. The food was all just as spectacular as it sounded. Thank you Vikki. And hats off to the chefs!“

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

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

“This may be the best place we have ever eaten in Nashville. The service. The vibe. The food. All superb! The garlic bread with cream cheese was divine! The salad was delicious. The risotto with lobster was tasty but the ricotta tortellini and the short rib with polenta was (and excuse the phrasing) orgasmic. Highly recommend 👌🏽“

“The staff was so friendly. We sat at the bar/kitchen and were able to have conversation with the sous chefs. Everything we had was delicious. Beef tartar was FANTASTIC. focacia was out of this world. Only regret I had was not ordering the crudo but was able to see if made multiple times.“

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

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

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

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

“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.“

“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!!!“

“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 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.“

“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.“

“Fabulous food, service, and atmosphere! Went here for a nice dinner at request of my niece, and it didn't disappoint. Our waiter recommended the buy one entree take one home for 10 dollars. We were able to treat ourselves, and also treat the guys at home even though they weren't allowed on a girls day out...
Zuchinni frittas, fresh bread with olive oil and herbs, filet and shrimp with spinach and mushroom garlic sauce over linguine. Will definately visit again if in the Green Hills area to shop. Thanks for an amazing meal that didn't break the bank.“

“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 🥰🤣“

“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“

“Okay I love this place. Crispy eggplant, ceasar salad, shrimp scampi (shared so this is a half version) pesto flat bread and bread pudding with salted caramel gelato!! Seriously get the gelato I could not get enough. Also why is everyone so nice there I love it. AND the Parmesan cheese they give you is the dusty kind, and that is important!!! Everything was a 10. I’m coming back for a lunch sandwich“

“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 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🙏❤️😎“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“Amazing dinner and fantastic service. We started off with some homemade rosemary foccacia bread with warm dipping oil. Crust was perfectly crispy, inside was moist and fluffy. Second course was a spring salad, ripe tomatoes with gorgonzola cheese and marinated red peppers. Almost more that could be eaten, but delicious. 3rd was the happy hour sized calamari frite. Extremely tender with a perfectly seasoned breading. For the final course I had the chicken picata, my partner had Bowtie and SpicySausage with a vodka sauce reduction. The chicken was perfectly cooked, sauce just right with the added delight of a little bit of crab meat, capers and mushrooms. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant. One of my favorites of our trip.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Amazing place, and amazing hosts.“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“Olive Garden is a delightful place to have great conversation alongside wonderful scrumptious and very flavorful food.
It's Italian. Così è la vita.
The prices were very reasonable for lunch in the even offer a take-home for 6 bucks more.
Highly recommend. If you see a server named Todd, tell him the birthday girl and her friend sent to you. He is awesome!“

“Food was great, staff was very friendly.“

“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!“