Location: Lakeland
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Best Italian food near Lakeland, Florida, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Italian food in Lakeland, Florida, United States. Lakeland is a city in Polk County, Florida, located along Interstate 4 east of Tampa. The westernmost city in Polk County, it is part of the Tampa Bay Area. According to the 2013 U.S. Census Bureau estimate, the city had a population of 100,710. Lakeland is a principal city of the Lakeland–Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area (coterminous with Polk County), which had an estimated population of 623,009 in July 2013 based on data from the University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research. It is twinned with Richmond Hill, Ontario; Imabari, Ehime, Japan; Bălți, Moldova; Portmore, Jamaica; and Chongming County, Shanghai, China through the Lakeland chapter of Sister Cities International.
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10. Palace Italian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By 289farahz
The food is superb!!! I canât say enough good things about this place. I love the pasta Fagioli, the lobster ravioli is to die for. My basic husband loves the Alfredo fettuccini. The canyon Road wine by the bottle is worth it for sharing. And the bread is so addictive youâll eat it all. Great for family and friends
9. Olive Garden
Overall Ratings
3 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By b0b55russell
It was slow getting our order taken once we were seated but good consistent customer service happened after this. The kitchen screwed up my wife's pasta topping order but our waiter cheerfully looked after this problem here. Food was good and refills of bread, salad and water. They had enough staff on to deal with the customers eating but were constantly dealing with others besides ourselves. Our waiter was friendly and made small talk when we were paying our bill. I find when problems do happen at the Olive Garden, staff go out of their way to deal with such situations!
8. Palace Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By BubbainMulberry
I was asked by my son not only what and where I felt like eating for Father's Day dinner we would celebrate on Sat. instead of fighting with the crowds on Sunday and I told him the original Palace Pizza as their consistency with their product has not only been extremely good, but consistent... Actually, as far as the family is concerned, the original Palace Pizza (several were sold off by the Owner, but still carry the Palace Pizza name), is the BEST pizza in the area now. Although the dining area to this location is relatively small, we waited possibly 12-15 min. for a table to clear and we were seated and immediately ordered. Our Server was very attentive and despite the dining room being capacity, attuned to us throughout never letting our beverages fully empty before giving us fresh refills.. The pizza was phenomenal...we ordered extra cheese, pepperoni and mushroom and the "pie" was plentiful with pepperoni and mushroom...'Something you rarely see these days, but always served the same way here.
7. Olive Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 102 reviews
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Reviewed By Jim P
Midweek lunch with friends, seated quickly minutes before noon. We all enjoyed the Endless Soup & Salad, which was kept up very quickly by our server. All selected the Chicken Gnoche soup, which arrived pot-hot, and very rich. Loads of chicken too, Gnoche al dente. Salads fresh, bread sticks oven fresh. Quick Lunch, all well fed, well done!
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6. Primo's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By Seaside8
The rolls make the cheesesteak. Recently moved here from PA. A friend told me about this place. So good. Amarosa rolls. The best! Cheesesteak was excellent. Next time I may try the pizza. Owner is an Eagles fan! Love it. I will be back. Fly Eagles Fly.
5. Romeo's Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By 641diane
Great spaghetti and small pizza to go. Always nice and relaxing atmosphere, and service is always great.
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4. Southside Palace Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By rkhawg
In a word, this is a GREAT and authentic Italian dining experience.The food and ambiance are superb.You'll be hooked.
3. Il Forno
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By ah64fish
This place is insane Italian family comfort food. Itâs just plain old down home authentic goodness. The large meatball appetizer is insanely good. So far Iâve tried the veal Marsala and the veal parm. The parm is definitely going to give you a hearty leftover while the Marsala is a lighter portion but still plenty! Do yourself a favor and go eat at Il Forno!
2. Palace Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 474 reviews
Reviewed By jonathonc1985
Nothing really to write home about at this place. Just an average tasting pizza a lot like mall food courts would have. The prices werenât inflated for a pizza place which is always nice. I wouldnât say that this is a must see place in Lakeland and would suggest other eateries downtown.
1. Scarpa's Italian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 262 reviews
Reviewed By vincetheelder
Went to the highly rated restaurant in Lakeland with two family members and another couple. The food was Italian and very good. I enjoyed visiting with my company; however; the tables are jammed very close together, so much that the people behind were bumping chairs with me. Also; we heard everyones conversation along with ours.The owners do a great job with the food, but the atmosphere is lacking.
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