10 Best Italian Restaurants in Temple

“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.“

“I had a wonderful experience at 17 South! Although they did not have any vegan options listed on the menu, the staff was incredibly accommodating and happily modified a dish to make it completely vegan for me. I truly appreciated their willingness to meet my dietary needs, and the meal was absolutely delicious! The alcoholic beverage I ordered was also amazing, perfectly mixed, refreshing, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was beautiful, and the service made the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend 17 South and would definitely return!“

“★★★★★ We had a wonderful MonthVersary dinner at La Riv Wood Fired Italian in Temple, Texas. Our server, Jared, was professional, kind, attentive, and welcoming, and his service added to an already enjoyable evening. We shared the Charcuterie & Cheese Board and Beef Bruschetta to start. The Beef Bruschetta was absolutely amazing! We also loved the house-special yellow cheddar infused with port red wine on the charcuterie board. Such a unique and delicious touch. For our entrées, I had the Braised Akaushi Beef Short Ribs Pappardelle, and my husband had the Carne Pizza. We finished by sharing the House-Made Tiramisu, which was the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. The food, presentation, atmosphere, and service all made for a memorable experience. As an unexpected bonus, Al Green's “Let's Stay Together” began playing while we were celebrating our 69th MonthVersary. We couldn't have planned that moment any better! ❤️ Thank you, Jared and the La Riv Temple team, for helping make our celebration special. We look forward to returning!“

“I had the Chicken Murphy and it was amazing! Joe’s Pasta and Pizza serves delicious homemade, authentic cuisine that truly stands out. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the owner is very involved, which makes the experience feel personal and special. The restaurant itself is cute, trendy, and has a great atmosphere. Thank you, Joe’s Pasta and Pizza—I’ll definitely be back!“

“I had a great experience at Olive Garden in Temple. The service was excellent from start to finish, very attentive and prompt, which made the whole visit even more enjoyable.

The drinks were delicious and perfectly made. And of course, my all-time favorite, the chicken marsala, did not disappoint, it was served hot, savory, and full of flavor!

If you’re looking for great food and outstanding service, this location is definitely a go-to. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“La Roma is such a great spot! Their pizza is seriously delicious, especially the Mediterranean and Buffalo Chicken pizzas—both are so flavorful and definitely worth trying. They’ve also recently started serving shawarma wraps and plates, and those are really good too!

The fact that everything is halal is a huge plus. They also have a spacious, cute seating area, so it’s a nice place to actually sit and enjoy your food rather than just grabbing takeout. The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. Definitely recommend giving La Roma a try!“

“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!“

“Kudos to Mgr. Mary 4:45 Friday 03/28/2025. In a busy atmosphere, she was so kind to help my 11 y.o. autistic nephew, showing him how to swipe gift card, which took a lot of patience. B loves LC's and the highlight of his week is to have me video him opening the door and putting the code into the portal to retrieve his pizza. Then go to the counter and purchase a 2L Root Beer. He loves Mary and the special attention she gives him. Mary is a keeper and I hope she is appreciated by LC as much as we appreciate her.“

“I ordered via DoorDash. For the first time since the 1990's, my order tasted like top tier pizza! It was OG tasting Little Caesars pizza!! Instead of white bread slopped in tomato sauce, I received a pizza crust that was actually cooked, a normal serving
of sauce, the amount of cheese one would expect, and fresh ingredients. Bonus; it was hot when it got to my door and the slop grease hadn't turned the pizza box into mush. Hope this wasn't a one off because whatever brave individuals that came together this evening should be permanent fixtures in my pizza supply chain.“