50 Best Italian Restaurants in Houston

“Came to try the pizza and was totally blown away by all of the food!!! The pane was delicious and light seasoned perfectly. The ricotta appetizer was delicious but very heavy on onions. So be aware. The special pizza of r here evening was calabrese and was really good. Nice Napoli fold on the crust! Good sauce that wasn’t too sweet. Desserts were great!! Almond biscotti was amazing!! Latte was a really good coffee!! Amour server was delightful and very attentive. We felt right at home and no rushed at all. Will be back! The menu has so many items we want to try!“

“Everything was delicious and the staff was so knowledgeable and friendly as well.“

“This was last Saturday we drove all the way to the area to try another Italian place and that was a failure, we jump into research and found this one and since the moment we arrive the service was great, make you feel welcome, I ask our waiter for something to drink that can boost my sugar level as I felt it was getting really low and no fountain drinks but they do have Mexican Coke, and some other bottle sodas including one of my favorite Blood orange, but I asked for a Lemonade and they did come thru with one even tho was not on the menu, it was quite good and with a touch of sparkling soda that surprised me, we sat on a table across from the bar and saw the interaction of the workers preparing drinks and felt like they all care for excellence making sure the drink they were preparing was done to perfection, saw them criticize and the bartender said ok let me start from the beginning and repeated the whole process and this time all 3 were happy with the result and took it to the table outside, me and my Italian friend order the same pizza the mortadella it was great, the flavor was very good but the best part of the experience was the pizza Doug we have outside information before we came here from another Italian friend the are one of the places in Houston that can prepare the real Italian pizza Doug, over all the place is nice great decoration and the food great, and for dessert we order the Tira-miso something different not your normal tiramisu but their version of it we like it. Price it is standard for a good late lunch experience in a Saturday afternoon, will come back soon with my wife, forgot to take fotos as my sugar level was low but next review will have pictures

Parking: We parked on the side street not realizing they have a huge parking lot across the street so parking it’s not an issue“

“Stopped in on a quiet Thursday evening and was pleasantly blown away! The service was top notch and attentive, menu is crafted seemingly daily, and had a few beverages from their seasonal menu that were astounding. Details are not missed here. Will be returning soon.“

“Went here for a date with my fiancée and loved the place. It’s a very nice spot to take your significant other on a romantic date. The service is great and the food is very tasty. I had the veal T-bone steak and my fiancée had the arugula fettuccine. Both were incredibly tasty! Never had I had a steak so tender and juicy. I never wanted it to end. For desert we had the pistachio torta which was amazing! Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice date spot and amazing Italian food!“

“I’m not sure that I could recommend this place. The food was good, however I was with my 5yr old daughter and really felt like we were rushed. I understand we can’t possible order up a tab that much but we surely didn’t deserve to feel rushed. We split a salad and the meatballs. The main dish came out literally 2 mins after receiving the salad. I don’t know about this place. Slow it down.“

“Love love this place! We stopped by for happy hour pizza! Which was absolutely delicious and delightful!! The braised beef pizza was one of the best toppings I’ve ever haddd. I ordered the Pignatiello which is braised short rib!! Best ever Happy hour pizza is such a great idea. I will definitely be back for more also parking is available again the establishment“

“I came here for the lemoncello😝. Italian desserts are the best, and Amalfi definitely exceeds experience. The gnocchi is great as well! It is a vegan option, and I’m not a vegan. My waiter was very attentive. This is not casual dress atmosphere. There may not be a dress code, but you will definitely feel out of place on jeans and a T-shirt.“

“Wonderful experience. Delicious food. Courteous waitstaff. Just go, you will not be sorry.“

“Love the happy hour at Marmo!! My favorite spot. They have such a good selection of food options to try and the portion are small but filling. My favorites are the vodka penne and their meatballs, so delicious! Perfect spot for happy hour and you don't even need a reservation“

“Great service and food! Wine recommendations were on point. Loved my experience here!“

“We had an amazing dinner tonight. Had reservations & ended up having to wait longer than expected but the staff made up for it with service. The ambiance of the restaurant, the taste of the kitchen & attention to detail to quality was exceptional. We will return and look forward to our next dinner with you.“

“Rarely can I say that everything about a restaurant is a hit, but that's the case for Milton's. An old school Italian concept meets an upscale vibe and elevated dining. The decor reflects all of that, and the server (Ryan) is impeccable...from beginning to end.

A complimentary bread box arrived with some scrumptious dinner rolls and olive oil for dipping. We started with a parsley salad, which burst with a full spectrum of flavors. Our server then bought us pickled onion rings with creme fraiche (and caviar), which was delicious. My friend ordered the lobster ravioli with a shellfish broth, and I opted for the bucatini. We enjoyed the dishes thoroughly, and we finished it off with a scoop of blood orange sorbet.

A well executed meal and highly recommended.“

“Bari Restaurant on Post Oak is truly a gem. The food is of excellent quality—every dish was flavorful and beautifully presented. The atmosphere is elegant yet welcoming, making it perfect for a family night out. Raffa, the manager, goes above and beyond to make you feel right at home, and our waiter, Efrain, did his absolute best to make our evening unforgettable. My family had a wonderful time, and we’ll definitely be back!“

“Stumbled across this restaurant this weekend and it was absolutely wonderful! Definitely will be a staple of ours :)“

“Delish! Great service! Our waitress Friend was awesome! Great ambiance! ❤️“

“Let me start of by saying that the pizza we had yesterday was top notch. Probably the best pizza I've had in Houston.

The part that I disliked was that the shiner draft was flat, I told them that the the keg was almost empty and it needed to be changed but was served the same beer. (I am in food and beverage industry, I know my draft beers)

They added 20% gratuity for 6 people. Never have I ever seen that for 6 people. Its always for 8+. I tip 20-30% regardless but just took me back for a second that it was added in.

Regardless, I will be back for the pizza but the customer service is just something to improve upon.“

“Cant give enough stars to this place! Incredible food-both delicious and nutritious as well as unique and original dishes. AND great service by the awesome Staff. thanks so much to you all for a wonderful meal and experience.“

“My wife and l come to this kingwood location about once a week, Brandon and Jordan are always great. The food is always great up until about a month or so ago. The Angel hair pasta in alfredo sauce tastes different, kinda soggy, it doesn’t taste the same l don’t know what changed but l wish they would go back to the previous one.“

“Great for small private party! VERY yummy unique cocktails! And there is a SPA downstairs!“

“This place is awesome for Italian takeout. Yes, you can eat there, but they primarily service delivery and pickup orders with limited seating. The pizzas are loaded with toppings, and they definitely don't skimp on anything. Their Caesar salad is really good, especially the dressing. The Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken was also really great. It's nothing fancy, but sometimes simple is exactly what you want.“

“The service was excellent, and they offer vegetarian options, with most dishes customizable to be vegetarian. I ordered the wild mushroom tortellini with white wine lemon butter sauce and garlic bread, which was delicious. However, I didn’t enjoy the cannoli as much; I’ve had better ones in Houston.“

“After a long flight, we were very hungry. On the way to the hotel, we noticed this unique restaurant. Our server, Jessica, Was extremely proficient and quick. She took our order in moments and we had our food in less than 15 minutes. The lamb chops that i ordered were mouthwatering and melted in my mouth.
The only negative thing that I can think of is a strong smell when coming inside the restaurant for the first few minutes. Once my last breath used to the smell and everything felt great. I would also recommend some soft music to be played in the background.
Thank you, Jessica for your great service!“

“As a person who is a vegetarian & strictly survives off of pizza - Im glad houston has some good tasting pizza. However, its a little frustrating they dont open until 5, i also wish they had a better cocktail menu. Ive been bartending for 10 years & the only people who drink negronis/aperol spritz are 45+. So many gin cocktails and 1 margarita … and its not that good. Thats the only downside to this place.“

“The only place we would go for real pizza is Fuzzy’s on Antoine here in Houston. The best!!!“

“So we did Dine in the Dark here. No photos to post and will not tell you what was on the menu, but I was very good! It’s amazing how senses changed when one was taken away. Something you need to experience for yourself.“

“Great atmosphere and staff! Best cappuccino in town, and great chai...not syrupy sweet, just good and satifying. You'll love it.“

“The food is always made fresh, the lady who owns the place is a real sweetheart. The food is authentic, made with care and love. I would recommend the chicken dishes.“

“Only one word can accurately describe this dining experience: WOW! OK, maybe a few other words: incredible, outstanding, fantastic, delicious, amazing, and unique! This was truly an experience! It all started with the wonderful service from Nate, the Maitre D. He was so kind, personable and professional! Then came Valentin, our server, who was so friendly, knowledgable, and again, professional! The food was insane! A feast for the eyes and the senses! I loved that the restaurant was quiet, even though it was busy. This is a restaurant that knows what they're doing...and they're doing EVERYTHING RIGHT! I cannot wait to go back, and I'm telling everyone I know about our superb experience! Thank you for a great night!!“

“We’ve never had a bad meal at Carrabba’s. That being said, the service was a little slow tonight, but the food, as always, was delicious! From the soft and crusty-on-the-outside bread, and the herbs/olive oil to dip it in…and the shrimp and scallops with angel hair pasta with a lemon butter sauce…it was ALL so darn tasty! Great place to celebrate our anniversary.“

“Amazing food and impeccable service!“

“With all the chain restaurants seemingly popping up on every corner and shopping center it’s easy to lose sight of independent restaurants. Today, my wife and I decided to visit an old-time favorite, Lasagna House and we certainly were not disappointed. Actually, our food and service blew away our expectations. We started with the sausage, peppers & onions appetizer followed by two great entrees - Shrimp Scampi and Chicken Scaloppine. OMG the fresh herbs, which are gown in the restaurant’s herb garden took every bite to a different level. Our server, Andrea ensured a totally great dining experience.“

“We had a family of 8 arrive for a birthday dinner last night. The staff was very welcoming and polite. The food and service were outstanding. Well worth the drive from Spring to try some authentic Italian food. Keep up the great work!“

“My husband and I went last night to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. The food and the service were wonderful! Sergio and his team were great and made our special occasion a happy one! Sorrento is definitely one of the best restaurants in H-town! ??“

“When I saw prime rib was served here, decided to give it a try. Absolutely delicious!! I would like to say I'd make it a weekly stop, however that might be a tad on the expensive side. Save your $$, and take someone for a wonderful dining experience“

“1st visit today celebrating my birthday. The staff was wonderful and the food was excellent.“

“Stopped by after a visit to Space Center Houston the other day and I'm so glad I did. The pizza was incredible and the workers here were extremely kind and welcoming. An amazing experience and hope to be back soon when I'm in the area again. Can't recommend this place enough!“

“Bada Bing at last!! Someone can cook NY style food here in Houston 14 inch pizza awesome but the Ham and Cheese Calzone even better. Three course meal for two that will last all week!!“

“I like this place, it's fast, but good food. I like the small but mighty pasta bowls you can add your own protein. I got the calamari on top of diavolo pasta, would have love it even more items I could maybe get sautéed calamari instead of fried, but did not ask. It may be pre-ready breaded, so not sure. Yummy flavor.“

“Love Carrabba’s (Kirby). We live in DFW area now. Everytime we visit H-Town Carrabba’s is on our list of Things To Do“

“Always a great meal great atmosphere and the staff is wonderful. Some of the best bourbons you will find and a fantastic wine list.“

“The food was great and prickly pear 🍐 is my favorite drink 🥤“

“Fabulous food and wine ! Lovely atmosphere and service. A must in Houston“

“The flavor of the tomato sauce in the dishes I had was incredible. There are few restaurants that cook their dishes to perfection and this is one of them. Seriously, I wouldn’t change a thing about any of the recipes. Masterpiece cuisine at Roma. The flavors in the food here are so delightful. If you’re reading this, GO. Don’t think, just go now.“

“Happy Birthday Tammy! 40 looks great on you babe!!“

“Amazing comfort food. Super friendly service and great atmosphere. Definitely will be back soon.“

“Affordable, fantastic food served in a casual atmosphere BUT with “white glove”-level service — that’s what makes Magdalena’s the perfect neighborhood trattoria. Chef Nicolas is a true professional who cares about his craft, and it shows in the consistency of the kitchen, the efficiency of the service, and the meticulously curated wine list. With a gorgeous new outdoor seating area set to open soon, our family is looking forward to wearing out our welcome there!! Too good to miss, even in a competitive food scene like Houston now proudly has!!“

“Great location, enjoyable atmosphere, tasty food selections, and top notch service! We took afternoon stroll from JW and decided to try some Italian lunch out! Jon was our server and recommended excellent choice of cocktails, meals, and dessert! High recommend and ask for Jon!“

“Everything that I've had has been stellar. My favorites: Chicken Parm sandwich or plate, meat lovers pizza and the rigatoni campagnola.“

“How have I never heard of this restaurant before now? I loved everything about it, from the connecting wine bar with a supreme menu to the friendly counter service in the restaurant, low key neighborhood vibe, and the most comforting Italian food in the city. This will undoubtedly be my new go-to place.“