44 Best Italian Restaurants in Nashville

“pelato was amazing as always! the service, atmosphere and staff is always perfection! my partner and I find a reason to come at least once a month! if only there was a point system, we would be racking them up! I always recommend pelato, it has become OUR place!“

“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“

“I have lived in Nashville for over 20 years and this was one of the best meals I have had here! Our server, Kayla, was delightful and funny and was on top of everything. The tuna tartare was out of this world and I will be dreaming about the garlic bread and agnolotti until I go back! It’s tucked away in WeHo but it’s worth the trip.“

“Sat at the bar and had the best lunch in Nashville. Ordered “The Morty” and The club Sammy. Best service and vibe you can ask for. I highly recommend this establishment. I have been to their dinner service before and it’s just as great.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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 came here on a Friday evening and overall had a good experience. We tried 4 different cocktails and they were all very unique and tasted great. We ordered tomato basil soup which was the best I've ever had as well as a good caesar salad. We were a little disappointed in the entrees the blackened salmon and the fettuccine alfredo. We were also disappointed that the live music was just piano. We would have loved for them to sing 40s music. The price was a little steep as well as an unexpected $40 in taxes and a 3% credit card service fee. However the service was incredible and we still had a great time.“

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

“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!“

“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!!!“

“Amazing place, and amazing hosts.“

“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.“

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

“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 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.“

“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!“

“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🙏❤️😎“

“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.“

“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.“

“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,“

“I always come here, it’s quiet and even if your dining 1. I’m able to stop think for moment while eating good food. Today dinner was delicious. I had the spaghetti marinara with slices of pepperoni 🍕.“

“Frankie’s — Our New Go-To Italian Restaurant!

Frankie’s is definitely not a restaurant you want to judge by its cover. Walking in, we honestly didn’t have the highest expectations—but our perspective changed very quickly!

The service was friendly, kind, and incredibly thoughtful. Our waitress walked my wife through the cocktail options, while the sommelier offered to take our bottle of wine and chill it in their cellar. Those little touches made a great first impression.

And the food? An absolute 10!

As our waitress highlighted the menu, I asked if they had bruschetta. They didn’t, but she suggested combining two dishes to create our own—and we did! Their Heirloom Tomato Salad was fantastic, especially paired with their olive oil. The flavor was terrific.

For our main courses, my wife ordered the Tennessee Corn Ravioli with Crispy Prosciutto, and I had the Cavatelli with Hot Sausage and Browned Sage Butter. Both were absolutely fantastic.

Since moving here, we’ve been looking for our “go-to” Italian restaurant—and we found it!

Overall, we couldn’t have been happier. The food was a 10/10, and the service and care from our waitress and the management were excellent.

We’ll be back over and over and over!

Our only suggestion: as the sun sets, several tables get hit with direct sunlight. A little shade would make the experience even better and keep guests from getting blinded during dinner. 😎

But that’s a very small issue compared with how great everything else was. Frankie’s is a winner!“

“Great pizza in Nashville. Perfect crust and great taste. Plenty of choices“

“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.“

“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“

“I came here tonight for a friend’s birthday and the hospitality, food, and vibes were a 10/10!! Staff were so friendly and eager to make sure my friend had an amazing experience. It felt like one big party with delicious food and vibes. At the end we had an issue with the check and they went above and beyond to fix it for us. Please go if you’re celebrating anything at all, I had a TIME“

“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!“

“I always get the crab cakes here; they are soooo good! Cannelloni al forno is also great. Parking out back is free if you get your tag validated at the hostess stand. Music was a little loud this last time; that's the only reason I gave 4 stars for atmosphere.“

“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.“

“Delicious food, great service!“

“Just yet another shout out to Fortuna! New menu item is the zucchini fritter appetizers. Absolutely outstanding. I could happily make a meal out of those and the Bang Bang shrimp appetizer. We had the eggplant parmigiano on our last visit and it was delicious. As always the cocktails ae fantastic (thanks to bartenders Andrew and Marina) along with a really good wine list. Speaking of wine, we have a really busy July but hope to make it to one of the Saturday wine tastings with Lea Carleo, the General Manager and Sommelier. As always the service provided this time by Serena was excellent. If you haven't been you are mssing out!“

“This was my first visit, and I was definitely not disappointed! Started with a garden salad with Italian vinaigrette dressing. Had meat lasagna as a main course then a slice of coconut cake for dessert. The portions were very generous, and the quality was top notch. Our server was very nice and prompt; she never let our drink cups to go empty. I will definitely be back!“

“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.“

“Love the people. So nice when you call to order take out. Best pizza ever no matter what pizza you like. Gluten free veggie or vegan pizza is FABULOUS!!! Just the best!“

“It was close to our hotel, so we decided to give it a go. My dining companion had the stuffed chicken marsala; I had fettuccine alfredo with broccoli. We availed ourselves mightily of the endless salad and breadsticks. Our server was friendly and kept our drinks filled.

Was it a 5-star dining experience? No. Was it a 5-star experience for the Olive Garden? What can I say, it was the Olive Garden.“