30 Best Italian Restaurants near Des Moines

“The service was amazing and the Pizza was super delicious! ❤The Oklahoma travelers“

“I had an amazing breakfast experience! The Mushroom and Swiss omelet was delicious, and the price was totally worth it - $13 for a filling meal with hashbrowns and toast. But what really stood out was the top-notch service. It's refreshing to see such excellent customer care, it's a rare gem these days!“

“The pizza here is by far the best and my favorite in Seattle! The way they cook the cheese and pepperoni under it is ridiculously delicious! Highly recommended, you won't be disappointed!“

“From the moment you walk in, this Italian restaurant delivers an exceptional experience that feels both authentic and unforgettable. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, striking the perfect balance between elegant and cozy—perfect for a romantic dinner or a relaxed night out. The food is nothing short of outstanding. I had the salmon special, which was cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented, with each element on the plate complementing the fish without overpowering it. My wife ordered the fettuccine with prawns, and it was just as impressive: perfectly al dente pasta coated in a rich, well-balanced sauce, with generous, succulent prawns that made every bite memorable. We finished with tiramisu for dessert, and it was the perfect ending—light, creamy, and beautifully balanced with rich espresso notes. The service truly set this restaurant apart. From start to finish, the staff was exceptional—warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Every interaction felt personal and thoughtful, from being warmly greeted at the door to perfectly timed check-ins throughout the meal. The team was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, offered excellent recommendations, and anticipated our needs without ever being intrusive. Their professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail made us feel relaxed and well cared for, elevating the entire dining experience. This restaurant captures everything you hope for in great Italian dining: outstanding food, a welcoming atmosphere, and truly top-tier service. An unforgettable experience and an easy 10/10. We’ll absolutely be back.“

“This was by far the most delicious and incredible Italian food I’ve had in my life. The service was impeccable. I truly felt like a queen, and my daughter and I were treated like absolute royalty from the moment we walked in.
A huge shoutout to our amazing server, Christina, who delivered not only phenomenal food, but a surreal customer experience. She was attentive, knew all the specials by heart, and was genuinely warm and pleasant throughout the night.
I’ll definitely be returning to this outstanding restaurant to celebrate more anniversaries and milestones, just like I did tonight. The view is stunning, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the customer service is unmatched.
Five stars all around. If you want authentic, mouth-watering Italian cuisine paired with exceptional service, look no further than Verrazano’s. 💯“

“This may be my new favorite Italian restaurant! Came here on a whim and was so impressed. The food was perfect. We got the lasagna and the steak and I can’t decide which was better. Best lasagna I have ever tried, the steak was cooked to perfection. Our server April was so warm and kind! She made our experience that much better. We will be coming here every time I’m craving Italian. Highly recommend for anyone who wants the most authentic tasting Italian food ever!“

“Some friends invited us to dinner and from the moment we entered the aromas had our mouths water. Tasty pasta dishes and wonderful desserts. I had the lemon cheesecake and if you like lemon you won’t be disappointed. The seasonal pumpkin cheesecake gave the Cheesecake Factory a run for the money!!“

“Fantastic service for a party of 20 in the banquet room. The food was delicious and the waitress was so flexible and helpful. Even cutTing the birthday cake and returning a forgotten phone & credit card. Thanks for making my birthday perfect.“

“I have never had pizza to go and went there tonight. The second I walked in Patrick, Danni and Giuseppe were so warm, welcoming and quite the comedians! They suggested a glass of wine while I waited for my pizza so I went and had a glass of wine. The bartender was just as amazing as them! Hands down the best customer service in a long time and the pizza was outstanding! I'll definitely be back! Thank you :)“

“Authentic, fresh, and entirely delicious. The homemade cannelloni pasta noodles and filling were absolute perfection! Fantastic marinara! And the pizza… amazing. So much for leftovers! And I haven’t even mentioned the kindness of all of the staff. Can’t wait to come back to this gem!“

“Delicious, gracious and you will even learn some Italian!“

“Wonderful food and wine .“

“Delicious food, great happy hour and such a nice server“

“Absolutely FANTASTIC food and the service is top notch! Our server Veronica was FABULOUS and David the bartender made my daughter the fanciest mock tail! Treat yourself and enjoy the experience!“

“This is our “go to” pizza restaurant. The food is always fresh, hot and very good.“

“I really like the pizza here. The crust is not too thick or to thin and the toppings are good.
Reminds me of a hometown pizza place called Campanas over on the Peninsula my folks used to take us too as kids. Toppings were just enough of everything and good flavor. The house red wine is really smooth, restaurant itself is a old Burien school Italian vibe. I will be getting pizza from here again. One of of my top 3. Prices are pretty decent as well.“

“33 years ago, my new wife introduced me to Vinces. In her previous marriage, Vinces in Renton was the family go to. One bite of Vinces pizza and I was hooked. The only negative is Vince's pizza has spoiled me to every other pizza place in the area. Vinces pizzas are Neapolitan style......much, much better (in my humble opinion) than any other pizza's. Vince's is the place our family always meets for special occasions. We have always been treated very well. My 9 year old grandson told me Vince's pepperoni pizza is his favorite.....it happens to be my favorite too. Writing this I'm starting to crave a pizza! Their other menu offerings are equally excellent. A year or so ago, we stopped for lunch. Out of the blue, I ordered one of their Italian Hero's. I will say it was the absolute BEST Sub/Hero/Grinder I had ever eaten. If you have not been to Vinces, so yourself a favor and try it. You might find you have a new favorite pizza/pasta place. A++“

“Everything was wonderful. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our server was friendly, energetic, and very attentive to our daughters. The menu is great, with so many good options that it was hard to choose. The restaurant was clean and had a very pleasant atmosphere. I highly recommend it.“

“Great service, great food.... love this place🥰“

“First time going to olive garden and i will be returning for sure! Mark was an incredible server and gave us recommendations that elevated the whole meal. He was also extremely attentive, humorous and overall had outstanding service. Thanks Mark for the great experience!!!“

“Excellent experience … first time here.“

“Quality comparable to a sit down restaurant. Fast service, decently priced for airport food. I got a calzone, and liked it so much I went back the next day for 2 more (flight got delayed). Great range of hours for a traveler as well. Would recomend!“

“Great place pizza is amazing, and garlic twists are recommended 100% good prices and the staff are very nice people just great place overall“

“Very good 🍕 pizza Mart west Seattle“

“We had the pizza delivered to our hotel. On time delivery and excellent pizza.“

“I’m a lifer for the Federal Way pizza pizzazz. I know the owner works so hard (atleast I think he’s the owner/manager) he is always there working hard next to the employees when I stop by to pick up my meal. I appreciate them staying open, I’m sure running a pizza place isn’t always easy these days.

The PIZZA ROLLS are my favorite but their pizza is SO YUMMY as well. Both are totally worth it!!!

Only picture I had left 😂 we couldn’t resist eating it.“

“Best pizza in town. 5 stars out out 5 stars.“

“The atmosphere is rough but the food was tasty. Try the subs.“

“I work here at the mall and I come over here all the time their service is so wonderful lovely employee and they are always giving us some kind of deal on something. I love their food. Their food is wonderful and the service is outstanding. The management is wonderful. AJ is also wonderful Thank you.“

“We went to the one at South Center mall. They were super friendly, fast and My kids actually finished their food for once and being teenagers that doesn’t always happen! Would recommend ! ( especially over gross Teriyaki place next door!)“