Location: Wausau
Top Restaurants in Wausau
Best Italian food near Wausau, Wisconsin, United States
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Wausau. Wausau is a city in and the county seat of Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States. The Wisconsin River divides the city into east and west. The city is adjacent to the Town of Wausau.
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10. Ropa's Chicago Style Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Locally owned and operated pizzeria serving pizza, pasta, sandwiches, and salads for over 20 years. We believe in quality over quantity. Made from scratch menu items and freshly shredded cheese. Able to accommodate large orders for that special event - ca
Reviewed By mudpuppy78
This is one of the best we've had. Big enough for my bride and I to share. Crust, seasoning, marinara sauce, fillings were all fantastic. Plus the cheese, rich and full.This is definitely a take out restaurant. There are a couple tables but they focus on carry out and delivery.Enjoy!!!
9. 2510 Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 379 reviews
Reviewed By Patrick M
I am kind in giving a rating of three. That is only because our server was good. JC, I think is his name. Maybe JT.I ordered a gf dish and it was pretty bad. My girlfriend ordered salmon. If it was not undercooked, it might have been good. About halfway through, she reached the raw parts. The server took it back for more heat and it turned out okay.I remember 15-20 years ago enjoying 2510. My last few experiences, including the last, have not been positive. That is a shame, as this could be a great place to dine. Get with it, 2510. You could be one of Wausau's best restaurants. BUT, you are not now.
8. Sam's Pizza Palace
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By NoteworthyHealth
Love the local family owned Sam's, the service is always friendly, fast, the great sauce, kosher & onion, sausage and the favorite one of a kind in Wausau and none like it in America- Sam's FRESH made homemade thin crust. Been a favorite for over 45y.
7. Olive Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By mouse353
We went to celebrate my daughter's sweet 16 birthday. We called ahead for a table of 6. We got there and the hostess took the person who came in behind us first. Not a big deal because we called ahead. Next, they ask if a table/booth combination would be ok (I had requested a table as my dad is elderly). We said fine. They then come back 10 min. Later and tell us they have a table for us. It is in the family room. It feels like we are in an unheated ice shack! I had my heated coat on full blast the whole time! Complained and the waitress blames the design of the building. Then move us and don't use the room in the cold winter!!! Next, I get up to get my dad's coat for him since it is so cold and my chair tips over and almost hits the waitress with a big tray of food. She makes a snide remark that luckily it didn't hit the tray or the people behind us would've had food all over them and she'd have a mess to clean up. Never mind we were freezing! Then she comes back and says our order is missing in the system and she has to re- enter it. Wants to make sure it is right. Two of us have something that will take longer to prepare but she assures us they will be out quickly. It takes quite a while to get the food and the others are done when we first start eating. The waitress says she'll bring us dessert--t for free but it is not our choice it is theirs-- fried donuts. My daughter wants a brownie for her birthday so we order that too. She does get her brownie and the waitress does put a candle in it. We are full from the food and don't really want donuts(have left overs to take home) but we get them and eat a few. She wraps up our food. By this time my daughter has her shoes off trying to warm her feet up. I go to pay the bill on the kiosk and the waitress rushes over and goes back to my first question on the survey where I said the experience was terrible and tries to tell me she will only get 0 or 5's for my answers. Since when does a waitress tell you how to fill out a survey? And how dare she go back to see my answers. I want to stop payment on the meal and tip! It was an awful experience. The 2nd time there in recent times. I like Appleton and Madison Olive Garden's so it is how this one is managed ir mismanaged! I will continue to spread the word to go to Carnello's ny tge Rib Mountain ski hill and golf course instead if here!!!
6. Angelo's Family Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By WeheartLuke
My husband and I had a hankering for a villa deluxe pizza this evening but after being treated with such ambivalence and callousness while attempting to place our order we determined that Angeloâs did not want our business. After a little research we discovered that Pizza Ranch in Weston offered the exact same specialty pizza. What a stark contrast in the demeanor/attitude; Pizza Ranch employees fell all over themselves with courtesy and politeness. They were more than happy to prepare our pizza with a smile. The quality of our pizza was better also so see ya later Angeloâs!
5. Carmelo's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 65 reviews
The Oliva family and dedicated staff welcome you to Carmelo's. Established in October of 1986; three generations strive to provide a family atmosphere and fine dining experience. Enjoy!
Reviewed By Dawn S
Wonderful Italian food. Very small place and had to wait about 15 minutes for a table on a Saturday evening, but it was worth the wait. During our meal, there was fireworks on the ski hill for family night. We had a dinner and a show. I understand on Fridays, it is a long wait for a table for the fish fry.
4. 2510 Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 379 reviews
Reviewed By Patrick M
I am kind in giving a rating of three. That is only because our server was good. JC, I think is his name. Maybe JT.I ordered a gf dish and it was pretty bad. My girlfriend ordered salmon. If it was not undercooked, it might have been good. About halfway through, she reached the raw parts. The server took it back for more heat and it turned out okay.I remember 15-20 years ago enjoying 2510. My last few experiences, including the last, have not been positive. That is a shame, as this could be a great place to dine. Get with it, 2510. You could be one of Wausau's best restaurants. BUT, you are not now.
3. Polito's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 74 reviews
They also have locations in La Crosse, Oshkosh, and Stevens Point.
Reviewed By MLHoner
We got pizza to go and it was very good. I'm typically not a fan of thinner, hand tossed crust but it was very good as was the sauce. We had a supreme pizza and it was a little weak on toppings (they were out of mushrooms!) but still very good. Also, very courteous employees.
2. Back When Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 240 reviews
Farm to Table Style Cuisine...Using local seasonal fresh ingredients...Steaks, seafood, pasta and gluten free options.
Reviewed By russ25trap
This is our favorite place in Wausau - one of our favorites anywhere. Wausau loves chain restaurants and cheap eats. There is only one reason Back When has survived this long - they're awesome!
1. 2510 Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 379 reviews
Reviewed By Patrick M
I am kind in giving a rating of three. That is only because our server was good. JC, I think is his name. Maybe JT.I ordered a gf dish and it was pretty bad. My girlfriend ordered salmon. If it was not undercooked, it might have been good. About halfway through, she reached the raw parts. The server took it back for more heat and it turned out okay.I remember 15-20 years ago enjoying 2510. My last few experiences, including the last, have not been positive. That is a shame, as this could be a great place to dine. Get with it, 2510. You could be one of Wausau's best restaurants. BUT, you are not now.
