50 Best Italian Restaurants in Raleigh

“Figulina has done an excellent job transforming the Humble Pie space into a pasta-making Mecca. You can watch the chefs hard at work making wells in dough and forming the sheets for ravioli and agnolotti. Our service was a bit spotty but the food was wonderful. We tried the Doppio Ravioli, which was delectable with roasted carrots in half and rabbit confit in the other. The Pappardelle Bolognese was also hearty and flavorful. We also tried the Brussels which are served in a cold salad and the beets with whipped ricotta. My dinner companions did not love the soda bread that came with the lamb rillette but the dish itself was tasty. We will definitely be back for more of the fresh Italian pasta with an English twist!“

“Me and my boyfriend came here for our first date on Saturday 04/20/24, our waiter was Matthew. Service was Spectacular! My boyfriend’s favorite Italian dish is chicken Alfredo and even though it wasn’t on the menu, our waiter had the kitchen make it for my boyfriend which was so nice! I ordered the gnocchi but unfortunately they had just ran out so I opted for the 4 cheese ricotta ravioli and it was absolutely delicious. Both dishes was 10/10 Fantastic. The bread and garlic butter was sooo good. Me and my boyfriend both decided this restaurant will definitely be one of our top 5 spots to have dinner when he’s home from base. 10 stars across the whole board!“

“Excellent food & great service always!“

“Very delicious food. Always.“

“The staff are amazing, Marie, and Brittany are the best waitress's. They have great personalities. The owner is always on the premises working hard to make sure every order is correct and complete. The food is always fresh, and always hot and ready. The price is always right. I love Franks Pizza. The“

“Had a great dinner with my cousin and her husband Saturday night. I got the Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Blue Cheese Cream sauce and had it on a bed of the OG Mac N' Cheese... WOW! So good!!! Everyone enjoyed their meal. Great food and service was excellent!!“

“This place is a hidden gem. The food was so good. I ordered the buratta, and the surprising twist was that it had drizzles of honey on the plate. I have never had burrata with honey, and I loved it. I had the carbonata with chicken, and it was a huge portion that I ate on for at least 2 days. It was delicious and flavorful with good pieces of bacon that were not lost within the pasta and sauce. Will definitely be back to try more items.“

“Scott Crawford has done it again! My boyfriend is a big fan of Crawford and Sons so we decided to try this for his bday dinner and it was incredible! Every dish was perfectly seasoned and just melted in your mouth, and our waitress, Rachel, was so kind. We'll definitely be back!“

“Everything was better than we anticipated or expected. Very happy and I loved the eggplant entree especially the sauce. I asked for a red wine recommendation based on one I liked and even though the waitress didn't know the answer right away, she asked someone and came back with two tasters for me to try! Excellent food and wine, excellent service and what a great time I had with my family. Thank you!“

“I normally don’t do foodie posts, but this San Franciscan has found a fabulous little Italian hole in the wall restaurant! The garlic knots were insanely good, hot, and served with marinara. My Farmaggio calzone was not too greasy and scored to allow the cheese to ooze through. The bread was brushed in a buttery garlic glaze that made it crisp but not overly buttery. It’s been two years since I tasted Italian this good! I cannot wait to try their lasagna, Penne all’s Vodka and tiramisu!!!“

“This place was amazing. The ambiance was fabulous and I just loved the attention to detail from the staff. I ordered pasta and it was delicious. The food was fresh and served piping hot. I enjoyed watching the couple next to me savor every dish. Purchased a bottle of Moscato and it did not disappoint. I have placed this place in my downtown Raleigh rotation. Next time I think I will make an earlier reservation to give myself more time to relax and enjoy.Great place for a first date or fate night. Next time I'll take photos!“

“You’re wasting your time if you go to another pizza place. Mike’s pizza is the most authentic and genuine experience you can get around here.Parking: Plenty shopping center parkingKid-friendliness: Brought my baby and toddler. Never an issue“

“Chow now more like chow later.Ordered food at 6:08pm on Friday. Was told 25-30 minutes according to online ordering/chow now.Once ordered new time was 1 hour and 20!!!Don’t trust chow now.Restaurant was willing to cover the order without me asking. Kudos to them. So 5 stars. Great service from restraunt but not from online orderer they are using.“

“Their pizza was incredible, one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had and I’ve been addicted to pizza my whole life. Lol I got the Milton’s specialty pizza and wow I was blown away!“

“Alex was our waitress and she was awesome“

“Food was excellent and the message written on my salad made my day, I can not say this about any of the last orders from any restaurant in a longgggg time, keep up the great work!!“

“Great authentic Italian cuisine! Great friendly staff!!“

“Always amazing staff and great quality food.“

“I saw this place on door dash and wanted to visit for a while. It was definitely better than I expected! I didn't realize they had so many options. I got the three cheese manicotti and it was delicious and well made. The amount of sauce and cheese was perfect and they have parmesan on the tables as well. The bread was outstanding, soft with a crispy crust. The sweet tea does have a lemony flavor which I enjoyed but I know not everyone might. My friend ordered the baked ziti and had no issues. Definitely give it a try!“

“Their pizza was incredible, one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had and I’ve been addicted to pizza my whole life. Lol I got the Milton’s specialty pizza and wow I was blown away!“

“I found a recommendation for Farina on a Reddit post about Italian restaurants in Raleigh and I am so glad I decided to try it! The food was beyond wonderful with amazing portions and our server, Rachel I. was just as splendid. I can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our experience and I will definitely recommend Farina to everyone!“

“Ate dinner here last night! Food was great and our waitress, Hannah, was the best!“

“Went with the family to celebrate our granddaughter’s Sixteenth birthday at the Crocker Park location. It was a wonderful experience. The appetizers and entrees were yummy. The service was great. Was a wonderful evening.“

“I called in to place the order. All my foods wete ready for pickup by the time I got there. Food were great. Pizza was soft and delicious. This is my go to place whenever I crave for pizza or wings.Dietary restrictions: They have option for Gluten free and Vegan pizza which is great.“

“The Chicago pizza is AWESOME!!! Stopped in on a trip too get it to go. The manager (assuming he was) and/or at least bartender made great LIT’s and was a cool guy to talk to while waiting! I’ll be making the hour drive there often!“

“We wanted pasta and bread but didn’t want to sit down at an Italian restaurant. This was the perfect quick dinner. Kinda of reminds you of Chipotle/Cava but for pastas. They have bowls and wraps too but their garlic Parmesan bread was amazing! They made our salmon to order so there was a little bit of a wait but it was worth it— the best FAST CASUAL salmon we’ve ever had! ?“

“UPDATE: I have the pizza another chance after realizing the first time I had the pizza, I was sick due to COVID which coincided with the timing of the pizza. So my apologies.The pizza made us sick. We had loose bowels and throw up middle of the night. The flavor of the pizza and wings is legitimately good though.“

“Some of THE best pizza I've ever had! We drive an hour just to come eat this pizza. The cheese is my absolute favorite but the chicken bacon ranch is awesome too!! Can't go wrong with any choice!“

“Came in around 8p and ordered a small pepperoni (hand-tossed) with spinach (spinach recommended by cashier) and he told me 10 minutes. I sat in my car for 8 as I was walking in I was met at the door with a steaming hot pizza & may I add it was quite delicious. Don’t think I’ll be getting my pizza elsewhere!!“

“Love the service and food! 10/10 recommend!!“

“Best restaurant in Raleigh and has an experienced staff! Been going 15 years and it just keeps getting better. I have referred dozens of people to BELLA over the years and they have done the same. Only 2nd review I've ever taken time to write up so kudos!“

“The food here is usually excellent. I've eaten there and ordered delivery several times. The only 2 times I was disappointed was a veal dish that, surprisingly, was very tough. I've always gotten the Italian dressing for my side salad. Last night I tried the blue cheese dressing. I hope the owner(s) read this, it was a huge mistake. It not only didn't have any blue cheese crumbles, it tasted nothing like blue cheese. Please don't read this and decide to not go there because the food is excellent as is the Italian salad dressing. Go there, and just don't order blue cheese dressing.“

“This place is incredible! I had the Dante's Inferno pizza which was probably the best I've ever had. Not only was it spicy, but it had several different kinds of spice. They also made a specialty drink for the film I'm in called, "The Blind Date," which incorporated a small light in the actual drink! But the best part of all was the seemingly ENDLESS cheese strand in their calzones. It was the closest thing to tasting Heaven I've had in a while. My back was to the wall when I was holding this, it was amazing! This place truly is the table where memories are made. Photo by Kevin Hutsell“

“OMG‼️‼️‼️ THE PIZZA ?WAS AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS ?I had the Margarita pizza and a regular slice ?Both were Absolutely Delicious ?‼️‼️‼️The owner Leo and his team were great ‼️It was my 1st time eating their pizza and I will be a regular customer and tell all my friends from NYC that I finally found a pizzeria that makes pizza like the authentic New York style pizza!!It’s the Real Deal ‼️Leo.. you were right ????????❤️?“

“We have been going to Dominic's for years! The pizza is delicious. Everything else is just as good. The staff rocks and the location is beautiful around the pond. Live music on weekends and always a smile and great service inside of Dominics. Give it a try! You'll LOVE it!“

“my husband and I are exploring the area and we're delighted to find this restaurant! the staff was friendly and efficient, the decor was comfortable yet refined and the food was delish!! the crab cake app was expensive but the amount of lump crabmeat unbelievable and the presentation wonderful. we had two of the seafood specials and they did not disappoint! my grouper was wonderful and the sauce rich yet not overpowering. we would definitely come back!“

“First time trying them and the piece of pizza was huge. I need to go back and try their entree’s. So far I would say check them out.“

“Beautiful Service! Delicous Calzones & Pizzas All Around 10/10 Stars! An I’m Picky LOL A+++“

“it was good , however could've been left in the oven a little longer.“

“Great food and service. Their sauce is excellent.“

“I had a great meal tonight consisting of veal parm and pasta, bread and salad. The veal and pasta were very flavorful. The rolls were very tasty.“

“My family enjoys our local 3 Olives ( New Hope) regularly. Prices are reasonable, food is always excellent and customer service is ??. They’ve earned this review - six plus months and we have enjoyed each dish. Please know we appreciate you!“

“This place always always always rocks. Good food. Cool atmosphere. Service is always solid. Owners are local. And just a good go to place. Can’t go wrong Coming here. And very nice place to bring your group” for a night out. Local place that’s been around since early 80’s. In Cameron village so good location too!! One of favorites in Raleigh.“

“La Piazza catered my daughter's wedding this past Saturday and OMG, it was the best EXPERIENCE ever!!!! The food was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS, the amount of food was incredible. Guests were coming up to me all night and the next day asking who catered the wedding, because the food was so delicious. I HIGHLY recommend Anthony for all your catering needs. If you are looking for delicious authentic Italian food then he is your guy to go to. He was absolutely the best to work with. He stayed in constant communication with us the entire time. We also had him make 20 pizzas for the rehearsal dinner and EVERYONE loved the pizza's. He helped make our daughter's dream wedding come true. His staff was AMAZING. Anthony, WE APPRECIATE YOU!!!!THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!!!!“

“Overall Rating: 6.8/10This restaurant impresses with its cleanliness, spaciousness, and user-friendly online ordering system. The quality of the food stands out, matched by efficient service and a comfortable atmosphere.Service: 7.1/10The welcoming staff, cleanliness of the venue, and seamless online service contribute to a positive dining experience. The ease of ordering through the website, coupled with notifications and convenient payment options like Apple Pay, enhances customer satisfaction.Food:Chicken Calabrese: 6.8/10This dish excels with its perfectly cooked pasta and tender chicken, providing a balanced and clean taste that's both satisfying and not overly complex.Cheese Pizza: 6.9/10A very tasty option featuring abundant cheese and minimal grease, although the slicing could be improved to prevent cheese from sticking between slices. A slightly crispier crust would elevate this pizza further.Bruschetta: 7.1/10The bruschetta presents well visually and delights with its flavor. The sauce on top pairs well with the dish, though the marinara sauce is just satisfactory.Value: 7.3/10At $45 for three entrees, the restaurant offers good value, especially considering the quality and portion sizes of the meals provided.“

“The food was very good, but not particularly exceptional for Italian fare. The service was exemplary, both friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is comfortable and cozy without feeling crowded. It is the type of place to linger. So why the 4 star rating? They are charging an extra fee for using a credit card. I find this irritatingly petty. There are too many other good restaurants that are NOT nickel-and-diming us to death. We won't be back anytime soon.“

“Amazing food , Where do I begin , how have I not ordered from here before today . The bread was so incredibly fresh , the deli meat was superb . The combination of sandwiches, superb . Lifetime new customer 5 star all the way , thank you for making our event memorable.“

“Great food nice location.“

“If you're looking for a posh dinning experience, then this is it. Beautiful outdoor seating area and very nice indoors as well. Pasta is made in house daily and always delicious. Have not had anything I dislike from this facility. I've been twice and the first time met the owner and he was very gracious. Good can take a little longer to come out, but good things take time. This spot is especially lovely in the summer. Great cocktails, highly recommend the Moscow mule.“

“Our entire family celebrated my daughter’s birthday on a busy Friday night, but we felt like we were the only ones in the restaurant! Personal service, great wine, and the food makes you want to go back every day for something new!!! Thanks to the Longp family for a spectacular and fun celebration! Will be back soon!!!!“