8 Best Italian Restaurants near Temple

“First visit. Finally an upscale restaurant in the Temple area to relax and not feel like you’re being pushed out so the restaurant can get its customer quota for the night… and the staff was great! Excellent across the board…from the drinks from the bar to the main courses and wonderful dessert. We will be back…and bring friends. :-).“

“We have eaten there for many years.Every time we go it just gets better and better.The service is outstanding and the employee''s go out of theihr way to make your dining experience is truly exceptional. We drive from Waco to Temple because it is worth the exceptional food.“

“Ok, this is going to be a long one.

It's been YEARS since I gave Olive Garden a chance. The ones in California were a complete letdown and it's been almost a decade since, so I was skeptical moving back.

First: the first time we came to this location it was as a guest and the items we chose were the Stuffed Chicken Marsala and the Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo. I will say I should've read the item descriptions a bit more because I did not like the oil served with the Steak and I HATED the stuffing with the Chicken Marsala. The items were delivered hot and still delicious. Our waiter was quick and very descriptive with all responses to our questions on the menu. I would say a perfect 9/10 experience.

Now, the real test was if they could improve if not replicate the same visit we had but a week later. Now we came back a week later and wanted to see if anything would change for better or worse.

We were seated in the busier side of the restaurant this time. Lots of people walking around and definitely louder but still good to where my wife and I could talk to each other. We ordered the same items but without the oil on the steak and no stuffing with the chicken! Both items tasted FAR SUPERIOR with the items changed. I understand these two items are a symbol for the restaurant but personally, the Steak Gorgonzola medium quality was divine. I wish the chain would do without the oil they put on it. I asked for just extra Alfredo sauce with the pasta and it was the right call. Our waitress this time did a great job too, always quick service and friendly conversation at times. We felt welcomed similar to the first time.

As someone that doesn't believe big chains put in service for most customers as a small mom&pop restaurant does, this location definitely made a fan out of my wife and I. We will definitely be back for the fresh food and service again!

First time: 9/10
Second time: 10/10“

“We really enjoyed the food! Their rolls are the best! They had a wide selection on the menu.“

“Italiano’s recently catered my son’s wedding and it was so good! The staff was very professional and Abbie was amazing to work with. The food came fresh from Temple to Salado! They arrived in a timely matter. The food was a hit with the guests! I will definitely use them again for any future events.“

“Enjoyed eating here with my family. The staff was very personable and inviting. My son said this was the best spaghetti he had ever had. The pizza and crust were amazing. Very authentic. Would recommend, we will be coming back on our next visit.“

“Best pizza ever! Had no clue! Been wanting to try, but Hubby and I don’t eat much pizza. My grandson is here and we got the pepperoni and cheese bread. Wow!“

“Came here on a Saturday night asked for extra everything on my deep dish pizza and it came out raw didn’t notice it till I got home I was mad and sad! Called Monday they told me come on end and they make it right and they did! They made me another one and it was great!! I haven’t had any issues after that that’s why I gave it five stars! The customer service has been there always! It’s nice to know if something is wrong they will make it right!“