Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Charlotte

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Toscana Ristorante Italiano

4.8

4.8 (2524)

$31 to $50

Italian

SouthPark

About the restaurant

TOSCANA Ristorante is located in the specialty shops across from South Park Mall, and is South Charlotte’s premiere upscale Italian restaurant. Since 1998 we have offered guests impeccable service and authentic Tuscan cuisine. Toscana is the perfect setting for an intimate meal or group dinners. Our romantic ambience feels just like a tranquil European courtyard that will enclose you with it's old world elegance. Our seasonal menu of Northern Italian favorites is crafted with passion and offers only the freshest ingredients including local produce and herbs, as well as the finest, poultry, prime meats and seafood to bring the true flavors of Tuscany to your table. In addition all pastas and desserts are made fresh in-house daily. You'll also find an extensive list of fine wines featuring all regions of Italy. Come experience the flavors and ambience of Europe right here in the “Queen City."

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KathrynVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food as always was amazing!! Ryan is the best! Everyone treats us like family - love it!

Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana

4.7

4.7 (287)

$30 and under

Italian

Mooresville

About the restaurant

The owners of Brooklyn South and Brooklyn Boys Pizzeria's are venturing again to bring you truly Authentic pizza. Pizza cooked by wood fire in 90 seconds. Among pizza stay tuned for the finest, truly authentic, rustic Italian dishes from different regions of Italy. Enjoy our extensive wine and beer indoor/outdoor bar and private dining area for your most exclusive intimate celebrations.

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Kathy

Dined 3 days ago

We always love dining at Novanta. Service is always perfect and accommodating. We celebrated our son’s birthday tonight. Jessica brought dough for our grandkids to play with while we wait for our meals to arrive. If you haven’t tried this restaurant, put it on your “must go” list. You will be happy!

Via Roma

4.8

4.8 (1145)

$31 to $50

Italian

Waverly

About the restaurant

Via Roma offers authentic Italian fine dining featuring many of Toscana's popular menu items along with specials that touch on dishes that are traditional in Rome. An extensive Italian wine collection is available to compliment your meal. Via Roma is ideally situated in front of a wonderfully-designed outdoor gathering place with chairs, rocking benches and fountains across from the new Hilton Gardens.

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JoannVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The gnocchi was light and fluffy. The sauce perfection!

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Tagliatelle

Giovanna

4.7

4.7 (50)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Charlotte

About the restaurant

Giovanna is the second restaurant created by Chef and Owner Richard Cranmer. Sister restaurant Zinicola, located in Ballantyne, has been a success in bringing authentic Italian food to the area, and Chef Richard hopes to bring that to the Lower Southend (LoSo) area. Giovanna is inspired by Chef Richard’s family, especially his mother and Nonna. He brings authentic Italian cuisine to life with a modern twist on classic recipes. We specialize in house made Italian cuisine from pastas, pizzas, and desserts! Our goal here at Giovanna is to provide delicious food and excellent service to our guests!

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Derek

Dined 7 days ago

Top 3 dining experiences in Charlotte. Food, service, ambience all superb!

Dolce Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (1869)

$30 and under

Italian

Dilworth

About the restaurant

Dolce Ristorante in Charlotte is a classic Italian restaurant serving up family friendly favorites. The atmosphere at Dolce Ristorante is airy and bright with a deep Mediterranean feel complete with Italian style artwork. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner with special cooking classes offered regularly.

Whether you are looking for a pleasant lunch or a lively dinner, Dolce Ristorante has something on the menu to please every palate. Try the ravioli in a parmigiana cheese pink sauce, the Milanese breaded chicken with lemon dressing or the salmone fresh Atlantic salmon in a white wine sauce. Be sure to save room for the Italian cheese cake dessert.

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MistyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This is a true authentic Italian restaurant. Very cute and cozy. The food was amazing. The service was great. The tiramisu was the best I’ve ever had!

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4.7

4.7 (1101)

$30 and under

Italian

Southend

About the restaurant

Located at Atherton Mill in Charlotte's historic South End neighborhood, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can seat approximately 85 guests inside for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Gin & Tonic cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. Large windows fill the restaurant with natural light that reflects off the white subway tile, wood accents and butcher block tables. An open kitchen invites guests to keep an eye on the action while enjoying the sights and smells of Italian cooking. During warmer months, a 44-seat patio invites guests to dine al fresco.

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Victoria

Dined 2 days ago

We had a great experience! Made a reservation for a birthday dinner and absolutely loved the food. The service was excellent and so were the drinks. We will definitely come back next time we’re in town.

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4.8

4.8 (2622)

$31 to $50

Italian

Uptown

About the restaurant

At Luce, you’ll fall in love with the relaxed elegance of this uptown restaurant tucked into the Truist Center Plaza. Luce is the perfect spot for any occasion for romantic dinners, family celebrations, or business dining. Our menu offers a broad range of seasonal, Italian cuisine including specialty salads, hand-made pasta, and fresh daily seafood and meats. Luce's beverage offerings complement the depth and breadth of the menu, from seasonally changing and skillfully made cocktails, to an impressive wine selection, with a focus on Italian wines, as well as European and American labels.

Whether you dine al fresco on our beautiful patio or under the stunning Murano chandelier in our intimate dining room, your dining experience will be unforgettable.

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Meredith

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful atmosphere to enjoy a family dinner. Appetizers and desserts were impeccable!

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4.7

4.7 (418)

$31 to $50

Italian

Mooresville

About the restaurant

Authentic Italian Cuisine and Social Room: Offering Authentic Italian in Downtown Mooresville, NC, served by a native Italian Master Chef. Enjoy your meal with a bottle of wine, or a craft cocktail at our large bar, elegant tables, or cozy lounge area.

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LindaVIP

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Wonderful food and service. Nice choice of entrees. Very noisy.

Primo Prime

4.8

4.8 (558)

$31 to $50

Italian

Myers Park

About the restaurant

We bring the best of Italy to the heart of Myers Park, offering classic Italian cuisine created from the freshest ingredients served in a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. Preview wines from our wine cellar and enjoy a cocktail before or after dinner in our cozy bar.
At Primo Prime, pride in our food, excellent service, and an inviting atmosphere never let us settle for being anything less than the best. We were featured in the South Charlotte Weekly Culinary Corner. Come on upstairs and see why they gave us five stars!

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PhillipVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great experience. Excellent food and wonderful staff. Try eating in the bar with Tommy as your server.

Aria Tuscan Grill

4.6

4.6 (4232)

$30 and under

Italian

Uptown

About the restaurant

Bringing the best ot Italy to Charlotte, Aria Tuscan Grill is Charlotte's urban neighborhood restaurant and lounge located in the heart of center city. Serving mouthwatering old word comfort food in a modern Italian setting, Aria brings the flavors & colors of Tuscany to Charlotte.
Featuring a kitchen with a view, a striking wine wall that highlights a wide array of predominantly focused Italian wines, house made Limoncello, live music every weekend, a late night "Bar Bites" menu, Charlotte's only Chef's Table, a street level view of Uptown Charlotte to take in the city as you dine, and a location that is front and center to all of Charlotte's main attractions.

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LucindaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

I always love going to Aria. It's so great to go to before a performance at Belk Theater. Food is very good, service is consistently good as well.

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Aria Tiramisu

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