The Best Italian in Indianapolis

Iozzo's Garden of Italy

★★★★☆ 4.3 (727) • $$

"The food was amazing! I had the basil garlic bread for an appetizer and ate 5 of the 6 slices myself. So delicious. My entree was traditional spaghetti and that was amazing. For dessert I had the chocolate pudding with toasted marshmallow and graham cracker. It was good - I had never had anything like it before but it was tasty! The service was great. The server was knowledgable and very nice. The restaurant is smaller with about 20 tables inside and a bar top. Bar seating is all open but the other tables you need a reservation or can walk in. I would get a reservation for a Friday or Saturday night. We went on a Sunday evening and it wasn't too crowded. There is limited free parking adjacent to the building and I was able to find a spot there!"

Via Vite

★★★★☆ 4 (790) • $$

"It was pretty mid in every way Good thing was the free bread. Was awesome and the food quality itself seemed pretty good. Not great or anything and prices are high"

Iaria's Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (639) • $$

"We love Iarias! My first visit here was in 1990! Can't beat the chicken piccata or the pizza. Everyone in our family loves to gather here for great food and a great wait staff."

Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (494) • $$

"Do you have a really ugly date coming up? Bring her to Convivio. Not because she doesn't deserve good food, it's just that you won't be able to see her in this shadowy Italian realm.We kicked off Jackson's belated birthday dinner with a bottle of white that I can't remember and the Polpette Al Sugo. You could be very COVID symptomatic and still taste the veal in these meatballs. Potent stuff really.A thought - how many different servers could you persuade to grate cheese over your pasta? I'll set the line at 3.5 for any betting foodies. The reason I ask is that our servers were generous to offer from multiple angles. Look at that dairy generosity!My toe was dipped into the nightly special seafood pasta. Beyond my never ending quest for ridiculous amounts of sauce, the noodles stood tall. To be fair you could throw shrimp into anything and it's serviceable.Would I return? For sure. Would I rush to return? Not so sure.Lastly, whoever was smacking the domestic macro beer over this cuisine is an absolute sweat. Game recognize game."

Brozinni Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4.3 (493) • $$

"We had a large party dine in on a Sunday night and had a really wonderful experience!! The food was so so good, really wonderfully prepared and delicious. The portion sizes are pretty outrageous - 2 orders of the breadsticks and 3 20" pizzas were way too much for 15 people, but in the best way. We opted to have our pizzas party sliced (16 slices instead of 8), which worked wonderfully for our party. If you dine here, you HAVE to try their house-made ranch. Oh my word this was INCREDIBLE! One of the best decisions to have some of this alongside our breadsticks and pizza for dipping. We all agreed we would be coming back here because of our positive experience and because of how yummy the food was. Thanks Brozinni!!My experience with ADA was also decent! I have a medical alert service dog and had a relatively normal experience at this restaurant. I called ahead to let them know my party was coming, and they were very professional in handling it. They do not take reservations. I arrived first so I could get situated at my table (as getting a dog situated at a large table/booth can sometimes be a challenge), but unfortunately they were not willing to seat me early until others in my party showed up. Despite having the table ready, I had to wait by the door with my dog until a group of my friends came in. It was a bit of a struggle for me to get myself and my dog in our corner booth with everyone else there, moving the chairs around, etc., hence why I got there early to do that. It was a bit of a flustering moment, but that's just life & the world of ADA. But generally they handled having my dog & myself there positively which is good. Could the accommodations have been better? Yes. Were they good overall? Yes. Overall, thankful things went smoothly :)"

Maialina

★★★★★ 4.5 (399) • $$

"If you're looking for good Italian food with big portions, this is the place to go! I loved how Al dente the noodles were and each pasta dish we got was so flavorful and unique. We also got the calamari appetizer which was pretty good. Wish it was a little more crispy. The garlic Parmesan bread had the right amount of cheese and garlic. Loved the softness of the bread mixed with all creamy and melty cheese. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful as we were ordering. He also made sure to check in frequently with us.The vibes at the restaurant were perfect for a small group dinner."

I Tre Mori

★★★★★ 4.5 (368) • $$

"We stumbled upon this gem during our travels. The restaurant was bright, clean, and had a super cute aesthetic. It offered some of the best Italian food I've ever had.Ordered:- Pizza Vegetariana- 4 Formaggi Spaghetti- BruschettaThe food was incredibly fresh and flavorful. The pizza, pasta, and bruschetta were tasty, with an amazing crust. The wood-fired oven pizza was at its finest, with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. Everything tasted amazing and was bursting with freshness and flavor.The price point might seem a bit high at first, but the quality is worth it. The service was good, and the prices were reasonable considering the high quality. The cleanliness, light and bright colors, and ample dining space added to the great experience. We left feeling very satisfied. They also have a drive-through option, which is convenient for quick takeout."

Diavola Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.2 (400) • $$

"We sat at the bar and the bartender was super friendly. Inside was cozy and perfect for our winter visit. We started with the brussels sprouts, which had bacon, parm, and truffle oil. They were quite a treat. They came out piping hot, which was also a great sign for the rest of our meal. We also got the genovese pizza which had a base of pesto and was topped with chicken, sun dried tomatoes and caramelized onion. It was delicious. I even heard a "best pizza I've had in Indy" spoken. It was also fresh from their brick oven, the crust was crispy yet soft on the inside and the toppings were delicious. It was a win.The only thing I didn't like about the restaurant was that the cocktail menu didn't have prices. That never really makes sense to me and I'm not as laid back as I'd like to be about that kind of thing lol. In the end, I got the Italian Gentlemen cocktail (Bourbon, Campari, Orange Bitters, Lemon Juice and Agave) and it ended up being $14. It was spirit forward and a very good drink so I was happy. We also got a tequila soda with lime which ended up being $9. There is a shared free parking lot and it was easy to find a spot."

Nesso

★★★★★ 4.5 (315) • $$$

"Another great place by the Cunningham group, this is a stylish Italian place, in downtown Indy, I met a friend here for devour and it was a great experience! I decided to get the devour menu with the wine paring that complemented each course well, I started with an Appérol spritz, then had a delicious Cesar salad, clam linguini, and tiramisu for desert, it was all delicious and the service great! Definitely check this place out if you haven't been"

Primavista

★★★★☆ 4.1 (373) • $$$

"My dad, his wife, my husband, and I visited on Saturday night. It was a 5-star experience all the way. Beautiful view, excellent service, and great food. I had the sautéed seasonal fish with crab. It was the perfectly sized portion with a nice presentation. The rest of our group enjoyed their selections as well. The old fashioned was tasty. There was quite a big selection of teas for my husband. We were too full for dessert. Maybe next time!My only minor gripe is the charge for valet parking. I'm of the belief that when you are at a fine dining establishment, valet parking should be free (with a tip, of course)."

Capri

★★★★☆ 4.3 (329) • $$$

"Capri is so good and a hidden gem! We took our toddlers there and I was hesitant because it is family friendly but not many young kids around but our server Jason made me feel at ease and treated them like they were just other patrons. They make some of their noodles in house, which can't be beat. I had the spaghetti bolognese and it was a perfect portion and so good! If you are coming on a weekend I could suggest making a reservation. Since they are a family friendly restaurant I would like to see them add a changing table to the women's restroom. They are fairly inexpensive and a bummer to see they didn't have one when they do have families dining there."

Ambrosia

★★★★☆ 4.2 (337) • $$

"It takes a lot for me to be in the mood for Italian, but on a cold wintry night it was the best decision! We got two craft cocktails that were unlike any drink we've had. They have a happy hour we had just missed with $1 oysters so we will definitely have to be back for that. Got a Caesar salad that was pretty big and very good! I got the lasagna and my boyfriend got the rigatoni. For dessert we got the butter cake with berry compote on top. The service was very delightful always giving us great recommendations and friendly. She was one of the best servers we've had in a while! Will definitely return!"

Sangiovese Ristorante

★★★★☆ 4.3 (291) • $$

"This place is a hit. It never disappoints.My husband has a few food allergies and this is the only place that has offered him amazing accommodations-- like a topping of sausage in place of shellfish. Simple but not common! We are big fans."

Pizzology

★★★★☆ 3.9 (347) • $$

"More than thrilled to say the least that this place has finally opened up again. Missed it and the amazing food. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt with this being their second weekend back, but they definitely need to work on the hostess stand and making sure they get people seated when tables become available. Place was packed when we arrived but there were several open tables and no one being seated. Service overall slow tonight, but to reiterate, the place was swamped. Food was amazing though and worth the wait. White Devil pizza and the Pepperoni and Pistachio pizza are what we ordered. Also went with the warm ricotta dip and bread which is always incredible. Music and ambiance were average tonight. Regardless, we'll absolutely be back. Might go with a pickup order next time"

Piloni's Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (264) • $$

"Homemade pasta was excellent! I had the veal piccata and my husband had the pasta bolognese. Drinks were good. Desserts looked too good to pass up so we took them home. Lovely atmosphere. We were there late afternoon so it wasn't busy but I'm sure it is later."

Some Guys Pizza Pasta Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (279) • $$

"Some Guys is still the best around. Get any wood fired pizza and you will not be disappointed. My favorite is the House Pepperoni and add onion. The pepperoni is very thick and spicy. It goes well with a glass of red Zinfandel. I always love they have local beers on tap and their house salad is one of the best! Try the bbq chicken sandwich. It has smoked Gouda cheese piled on top. Enjoy!"

La Scala Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (280) • $$

"Hands down in our top two restaurants in Lafayette/West Lafayette! We love this place. It is all about the food! The food is quality and consistently delicious. The owner has a farm and uses a lot of the produce she grows herself for the freshest ingredients. The variety on the menu is fabulous as well. They always have exceptional daily specials. It's always so hard to decide what to order!The negative is that it is only open for dinners on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. They used to be open more than than as well as for lunch (they had a fantastic lunch menu!) so that's a disappointment. The place is also clean, but I would like to see them replace their tables and chairs. The chairs are old and you sink down so low. The tables don't have a smooth surface and crumb debris gets caught.This is the only authentic, quality Italian place in town so I hope it sticks around for a long time! With her decreasing the hours from what she had before, I worry she'll eventually close. It would be a huge loss to the community if it did."

Charbonos

★★★★☆ 3.9 (263) • $$

"Went to Charbonos this evening as a last minute dinner outing, with our group of 5. We got seated right away, and had amazing service. We enjoyed calamari as our appetizer, and of course the fresh bread. The seafood scampi that was on special was to die for. Overall the experience was very pleasant as this was our first time back here in probably 10 years. Thank you to the wonderful staff for providing us with a great dining experience"

Giorgio's Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.9 (252) • $

"After a long and freezing walk around Downtown Indianapolis, this was THE PERFECT end to our night. There was plenty of room to sit and enjoy your pizza. We ordered two white, one sausage and one ham and pepperoni. The crust was outstanding. It was the closest to an NY Pizza I've had recently. Because the pizzas were so good, we ordered a Cannoli - and it was delicious. We were served our orders very quickly. I highly recommend you stop by here if you're in downtown Indianapolis."

Salvatori's Authentic Italian Eatery - New Haven

★★★★★ 4.6 (175) • $$

"Third time I've stopped at Salvatori's on my way to or from a soccer game in Michigan, and this place never disappoints! The food is always amazing and the atmosphere cozy. On this visit we split a loaded calzone with marinara for dipping. It was cheesy, full of meat, sauce and veggies and super filling. We also split a small house salad - it was so full it spilled over the bowl! Finally we got one of their decadent cinnamon rolls to go - perfect with a cup of coffee later in our hotel room. Don't let the gas station location fool you - Salvatori's is the real deal."

Fresco Italian Cafe on the Canal

★★★★☆ 4.3 (194) • $$

"This is the go-to spot for any canal trip! I like to bring my out-of-towners here with an accompanying canal walk circuit. The menu ranges from light bites to full meals with a little wine selection to really top off the experience. Counter-ordering service is always quick. Seating is available outside or indoors. There are just a few tables indoors and much more seating in the fenced-in patio area. Though, it does not seem like there is abundant shade depending on the time of day. I got a chocolate gelato in a size medium. They give generous portions of their gelato, so I would say most people would be plenty satisfied with a small. Nonetheless, this is a fantastic gelato, that's nice and thick and creamy, with only a mild sweetness, allowing the chocolate flavor to really come through."

Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine - Zionsville

★★★★★ 4.5 (173) • $$$

"My daughter earned straight As on her report card and was able to select where we ate for dinner. She selected Convivio - good choice. I had been here one other time with a work event. Then we had 16+ people, the crew did great, the atmosphere was great for a work event and all went smoothly. This time, we were with just my family of 4. And again, the crew did great, the atmosphere was great for a straight A celebration and all went smoothly.Both times the food was cooked perfectly and the presentation was art work. I want to go back to try more things! Big group, small group - this is a fine place to be...."

Amore! Italian Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.4 (167) • $$

"My family and I have recently cut back on eating out because of food quality and service. It's finding places like Amore! that make me feel so much better about going out to eat! First of all, the food quality was amazing. We split the polenta and both got pasta dishes. Both dishes were so fresh. We cannot wait to come back to try more food on the menu. The ambiance was awesome, very quaint and welcoming! A place for a quiet date night and a place i'd bring a big group. Finally the service and staff was awesome, especially our waiter Ryan! He was so informed about the choices and the restaurant, and he was so kind and welcoming. We can't wait to go back!"

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4.2 (178) • $$

"Just like the "Mother Ship" in the Windy City, this Lou Malnati's location serves exceptional Chicago-style pizza. For my money, there's none better!Tip: Not only is the pizza first-class, but there's also ample parking availableThe dining room is warm and inviting, and the staff here are all welcoming and efficient. In addition to their legendary deep-dish pies, Lou's also serves delicious thin-crust pizzas as well :-)"

Napoli Villa Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (211) • $$

"BEHOLD, an Italian gem hidden in Beech Grove. I went in here on a random week night. The place was somewhat busy and we were greeted immediately. Wow what a place! The ambiance is a pleasant surprise. What else can I say? The service was fantastic and our waitress was very courteous. The food was phenomenal. When I originally saw the place online, I almost passed on it. Originally, I was saying to not go there and "oh this place looks like a dump, right?" WRONG! Everything seemed homemade and tasted amazing. I enjoyed everything I ordered. However, LOVED my cannoli as well as my toasted ravioli. DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS PLACE. This place has some outstanding food. The food here is plated exceptionally well and doesn't let you down with it's flavor."

Krimmer's Italianette Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 3.9 (200) • $

"A perfect little pizza parlor in Cincinnati with charming looks and a cozy atmosphere. The pizza and breadsticks were phenomenal. Hand tossed and hand rolled to perfection. The cheese and pepperoni were high quality. Even the bacon and ham on the Hawaiian was appreciated. The service was a little slow but I can't complain when they had a moderate crowd with tons of takeout orders going out the front. The calzones also looked great at our neighbor table. This is a picture perfect pizza parlor I can happily visit again when in town."

Brozinni Pizzeria at Speedway

★★★★☆ 4.4 (157) • $$

"My husband and I had a great experience here. The service was phenomenal, the prices were excellent, and the food was wonderful.We shared a Greek Salad and one of the "large" pizzas. The salad was lovely and I appreciated that the dressing came on the side. The pizza was HUGE! Large enough that we will take 3/4 of it hike and it will probably feed us for 2 more days! I really enjoyed this place and will definitely make it a go-to whenever we are in Speedway."

Amore Pizzeria & Ristorante

★★★★☆ 4 (187) • $

"If you're in the ville, you gotta try Amore. Their garlic knots are to die for. My go to order is a Stromboli- everyone gets their own, everyone is happy. This time I tried the spinach and wow is it good. I honestly can't believe I ate the whole thing. And their marinara is top notch. Don't sleep on this local gem."

Da Vinci

★★★★☆ 4.1 (170) • $$

"Me and Becky went to Da Vinchi for an early Sunday Supper the other week- we were lucky and it was not busy, so We got seated Right Away! We splurged on the il Fomagio appetizer- we thought it would be OK, but it ended up being a DELIGHTFUL treat!! Becky ordered Bolonase and I got a Genoa pizza with roast Mushrooms. Both had generous portions and Becky was thrilled with the thick shaved Parmesian cheese- she called it the Best Bite!!! My pizza was awful spicy, but I knew what I was getting into. As a bonus, I was able to use the Fommagio Sauce to dip my Pizza Crusts- most Restaurants can't make Breadsticks as good as Vinci's pizza Crust!The service and ambiance weren't candlelight dinner level, but Becky said that it had the right "vibe" for the college kids. The pricing was good and reasonable for a Lunch or Quick Dinner date. And the food was so good that Becky said we'll keep coming back until we've finished the Menu!!!"

Fessler's Legendary Pizza & Hoagies

★★★★☆ 4.1 (153) • $

"I'm sure I've left a review before because I visit Fessler's every time I can when I'm in Bellevue. Anyone who was a fan of the old Pasquale's restaurants will be ecstatic to know that Pasquale's has been reincarnated into Fessler's. The steak hoagie is unmatched and you can't find the crinkled hot and crispy fries anywhere else."

Krimmer's Italianette Pizza

★★★★☆ 4 (148) • $$

"Always the best pizza! Especially their backn pizza! Nothing beats it! Totally recommend"

Michaelangelo's Italian Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.7 (170) • $$

"This is the last night we are in town. Our daughter drove up from Moorseville with our grandsons. So we brought them here for dinner.With got Alfredo sauce for our breadsticks. Our oldest grandson got the meat lovers pizza. Our daughter got chicken Alfredo & added broccoli. Hubby got spaghetti and meatballs with meat sauce. I got the chicken parmigiana, but Alfredo on the spaghetti. Our youngest grandson didn't get anything. He's autistic and will only eat certain foods so our daughter brought his.Th breadsticks were good. The Alfredo was good. The salad was good. Our grandson liked his pizza. Our daughter liked the chicken Alfredo. Hubby liked his spaghetti and meatballs.I liked my chicken parmigiana. It was tender & moist.However, I like mine to have a bit more cris breading on it. Hubby got a beer & I got a classic sangria. Both were good.We were seated right away. Our server was good."

Sal's Famous Pizzeria

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (166) • $$

"This restaurant is fine, and I would give it 3.75 stars if Yelp would indulge me in such a score. The food is Indiana red-sauce pasta and pizza -- it checks that Italian box.Apparently, there are a few Sal's Famous Pizzerias on the west side of Indianapolis. Sal gets around over here. This one in Plainfield has a large dining room, with tables and booth seating. The service was excellent, from start to finish.We started with the bread sticks and garlic rolls. The garlic rolls look very pretty, but I liked the simple taste of the plain breadsticks. They are served with marinara sauce.I got a Caesar salad, which was just slightly over dressed, and the parmesan looked like it was the kind you shake out of a can. You (and by you, I mean I) need freshly grated parmesan on a Caesar! No exceptions. Needless to say, it wasn't my favorite of the meal. My main was a vegetarian calzone, which was stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella and vegetables. It was fine, but the dough was just a tad too sweet and fluffy -- it tasted more like a dough for a pastry and not a savory calzone, if that makes sense.My children got slices of pizza, which they really enjoyed. If you visit for lunch, you can get pizza by the slice here, which is nice.We finished with cannoli, filled with sweet ricotta cream and chocolate chips. The cannoli were really good, and even though I don't typically enjoy cannoli, I ate the whole thing!Like I said, Sal's is a perfectly fine Indiana Italian restaurant that will satisfy a big group. There are lots of different things to order, and the menu is very familiar."

Sangiovese - Fishers District

★★★★☆ 4.1 (110) • $$

"The waiter was clairvoyant! Best Fruti Di Mare ever (w/o linguini), but lotsa fresh warm bread.. The fresh warm bread made the dish even better."

Pasquale's Pizza & Pasta

★★★★★ 4.5 (86) • $$

"So this place has been around it seems like forever but one things for sure the food is still good as always.. and service provided by Jessica and the crew is amazing too the atmosphere has that down home Sicilian feel! I recommend this place anytime you're in the mood for a good down home Italian meal go here you won't be disappointed!"