Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Tampa

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Tampa? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Quality Foods Market

5.0

5 (330)

$50 and over

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Quality Foods Market offers a unique culinary experience, featuring authentic Italian cuisine, in a relaxed, elevated casual, and intimate atmosphere. Enjoy a seasonally changing, from scratch menu, featuring both classic and modern pastas; hand cut steaks from USDA Certified Premium Hereford Heritage 1881 Beef; New Zealand Lamb Chops; USDA Certified Prime Veal; and the freshest seafood available, flown in from around the world throughout the week. In addition, Quality Foods Market offers a curated wine list with selections from all over the world, and an unrivaled craft and imported beer selection. Executive Chef Christopher Houp takes the time to interact with each and every guest throughout the dining experience, taking the Chef's Table concept to a whole new level. Tables are limited, with just 16 seats inside, and an additional 16 seats for al fresco dining. Our guests are treated to a true Italian dining experience, as we allow a minimum of three hours between reservations.

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elizabethVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Incredible food and awesome chef who comes to each table to chat during the meal

Caffe Paradiso - Tampa

4.9

4.9 (1234)

$30 and under

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Caffé Paradiso voted best Italian resturant in Tampa is known for it's great home made regional dishes excellent service and reasonably priced wine list, also preparing special dishes at your request.

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BethVIP

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

We were greeted at the door, had top notch service and the food was so good, as always!

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa

4.7

4.7 (1238)

$30 and under

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*

Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida.

A company committed to the art and craft of Neapolitan pizza, Bavaro’s stays true to tradition by using hand-crafted, wood-fired brick ovens designed by third-generation Neapolitan craftsmen, a 100-year-old yeast culture, 100-year-old Neapolitan recipes, and top-of-the-line ingredients sourced directly from Italy.

From a restaurant in downtown Tampa that seats 50 guests, to a global brand with a standard of quality that resonates around the world, Bavaro’s has since built 3 additional locations and continues to commit itself to the high-quality, welcoming experience that guests all around the country have grown to love.

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GregoryVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Always love Bavaro- the pizza is amazing and I got the special chicken Parmesan which was delicious!! Julie our server was knowledgeable and so friendly, can’t wait to go back!!

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4.8

4.8 (3438)

$50 and over

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Welcome to Donatello, a fine dining restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine since 1984.
Located close to the Tampa Airport, Raymond James Stadium, International Mall and convenient to I-275 and Downtown, Donatello features an award winning wine list to accompany traditional veal dishes like Osso Bucco, homemade pastas, fresh seafood, prime steaks, with decadent desserts, and live music 6 nights a week in our piano lounge and bar. Perfect for a romantic evening, large groups with private dining available, or celebrating a birthday or special occasion, Donatello's old world charm provides an unique dining experience.

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ArnieVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great time, as per usual. Silvio made our dining experience special.

Trattoria Pasquale

4.7

4.7 (1327)

$31 to $50

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Trattoria Pasquale's is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant proudly serving Chef Luigi Cavallaro's Northern Italian Cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere.

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Karen

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

We had Another great experience at Trattoria Pasquale

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Popular dish

Farfalle Luigi Nicola

Popular dish

Eggplant Parmigiana

La Casa Della Pasta

4.7

4.7 (420)

$30 and under

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

We bought La Casa della Pasta in 2017 and moved from our home in the Langhe in Piedmont, located in the northwest of Italy to the sunshine state. We have always been passionate about food and wine and would like to share the authentic Italian cuisine we know and love with you! While our time at La Casa della Pasta is just beginning, we have spent many years in the restaurant industry and are eager to share our delicious food with you! We hope to see you soon, Mara and Franco.

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Luis

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing place! Food was phenomenal, the service was fantastic

Jay Luigi

4.7

4.7 (119)

$30 and under

Italian

South Tampa

About the restaurant

Jay Luigi offers a fresh and modern take on Italian cuisine in the heart of South Tampa’s vibrant SoHo district. Known for its Roman-style pizzas, fresh pastas, shareable plates, and crisp salads, Jay Luigi combines traditional flavors with a contemporary twist. The menu also features options for vegetarian, gluten-free, and health-conscious diners.

With a full bar serving an array of Italian wines, craft beers, and aperitif-style cocktails, it’s the perfect spot for date night, family gatherings, or a casual meal with friends. Guests can enjoy brunch favorites like savory breakfast pizzas and more on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, or visit for dinner served daily.

Jay Luigi’s welcoming atmosphere, convenient location, and thoughtfully curated menu make it a top choice for those seeking authentic Italian food or a relaxed yet upscale dining experience in Tampa.

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DomVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This place was actually amazing. The food was really really good and we were in and out within an hour. Definitely recommend!

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Experience

Happy Hour

BellaBrava Bexley

4.6

4.6 (522)

$30 and under

Italian

Land O' Lakes

About the restaurant

In 2003, while exploring Tuscany and indulging in the finest Italian culinary delights, we recognized a need for an Italian restaurant in Tampa that fuses traditional flavors with the contemporary essence of urban living.

In 2005, BellaBrava: New World Trattoria was established in downtown Saint Petersburg, where our Tuscan-inspired vision became a reality. Our New World Trattoria offers a relaxed dining experience, affordable prices, and a focus on building lasting connections with our guests rather than pursuing haute cuisine.

Our menu harmoniously blends old-world tastes with new-world sophistication. From seafood and classic pasta dishes to mouthwatering pizzas, we're confident that everyone will discover a delightful treat. Our special Woodstone ovens create delectable flatbreads, pizzas, and calzones, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients that evoke the flavors of Tuscany and other Italian cuisines.

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Lidia

Dined 2 days ago

Thank you for another great dining experience. We had a family birthday and it was grand!!!!

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Popular dish

Eggplant Parmesan

Popular dish

Black Truffle Pasta v

Popular dish

Arancini

BellaBrava Tampa

4.7

4.7 (663)

$30 and under

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

BellaBrava New World Trattoria was born in 2005 in Downtown Saint Petersburg. Over the years since, BellaBrava has been voted Best Restaurant in Saint Petersburg, Best Italian, and is a perennial Guest favorite on Beach Drive.

Now open in Midtown Tampa, BellaBrava Tampa brings the same menu and outstanding service we are proud of to Tampa. Enjoy great Italian wines and cocktails, New World Trattoria cuisine, and consistently excellent service.

In the heart of Midtown Tampa, we’re the perfect spot for a great lunch while shopping, or an intimate dinner with friends and family.

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Jackson

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Our server Rosie was amazing and the food was spectacular! We will definitely be back !

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4.6

4.6 (3833)

$31 to $50

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of historic Hyde Park, Timpano embodies the warmth of an Italian kitchen during the day and the energy of a neighborhood cocktail bar at night. A rustic elegance surrounds you with the fresh decor and foliage, the lively music, and the menu featuring comfort classics with a modern twist. Like any neighborhood kitchen in the Italian countryside, Timpano Hyde Park offers a seat for everyone in a warm and comfortable setting.

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JosephVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We have never had a bad meal at Timpano, always great food and great service

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