Location: Temecula
Top Restaurants in Temecula
Most Popular Italian food in Temecula, California, United States
Best Italian restaurants nearby. Discover the best Italian food in Temecula. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Italian restaurants near you.. Centrally located near all of Southern California’s major cities, Temecula Valley is the region’s wine country — with 40+ wineries offering everything from tours and events to restaurants and early-morning hot air balloon flights featuring panoramic views. Visitors also enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreational activities; the largest casino in the state at Pechanga Resort Casino; and a historic Old Town featuring wooden boardwalks, artisanal shops and restaurants, and a bustling nightlife.
Things to do in Temecula
10. Paisano's Italian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
With an ambience reminiscent of a quaint Italian village, Paisano's offers fabulous regional Italian dishes prepared to perfection.
Reviewed By SteveRainville99
Had a nice wood oven pizza there with a nice bottle of local wine and had a great time. Our server Cori went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great dinning experience. The pizza was really good with fresh ingredients. Looking forward to my next visit there!
9. Rosati's Pizza Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By vintagechina
We stopped by here for a quick lunch. It is definitely a sport's bar but friendly when we walked in.There are daily specials as well as pizza.The lasagna was good, the pizza looked good and was available by the slice.We got out of there for under $20 for 2 I would not say it was the best Italian around but very good for the price.
8. Pangaea Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Pentaxian
Who knew that such fantastic food could be produced from such an unassuming facade? Pangaea is located in a small shopping center on Jefferson, right off of Winchester. It's a quick walk from the two nearby hotels, La Quinta and Quality Inn. A family owned and operated restaurant, the passion and love of food is shown in the dishes. As my brother and I travel to Temecula several times a year, Pangaea has become our go-to stop for dinner. The menu features Italian and Greek plates. Portions are beyond generous--as in, you may need a take home box but you can enjoy the yummy for a second time. The chicken parmigiana sandwich is awesome as is the Italian meatball and the spicier Italian sausage sandwiches. Homemade tzatziki and hummus-- I could eat a bowl of either one alone. The seating is intimate and cozy plus they also offer the option of take out. Great food, great service, reasonable prices so if you're in the area, check Pangaea out.
7. Francesca's Italian Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By mooki x
We came here for dinner the night before my wedding. There were 15 of us. We pretty much took over the center of the restaurant. The service was excellent. Our servers were very nice and attentive. Everyone enjoyed their food. It was excellent. We were running a little late. We called and they said 'no problem'. I thought we were going to have our own room but the place is small. It still worked out great. When I called or email, they responded promptly. If I am ever back in the area, would definitely go back. it's hard to find not only a good restaurant but one that is good when you have a large group. They definitely made my evening special.
6. Temecula Pizza Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By Kirsten C
This is a great restaurant for after soccer games & you need a place for the team to eat together. They can accommodate groups on their patio or in their wine room. Each are great options, and their service is pretty timely considering we all came at once. Food is delicious! Nice that they have other options than just pizza.
5. Spuntino Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By Jonaleen A
Stopped by this place for a quick dinner and it was a good choice. We had freshly prepared pasta and an antipasto salad with a side order of garlic bread. Overall good experience.
4. Filippi's Pizza Grotto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By Susan R
This restaurant is very family friendly. They have a great menu and I like the combo meals that come with two entrees and a salad. Plenty to enjoy later. They have Italian dishes that have chicken, beef, or seafood. They make a great pizza. The small size can feed several people. They do not skimp in the sauce or the cheese. They have early dinner specials and Sunday through Thursday specials as well. Service is great. I was impressed. A great place for a family to have a good dinner out. They can accommodate large groups but there is a charge for groups over #8, I think. Try the pizza, lasagna, and the Chianti wine! They also make gluten free, too!
3. Il Tramonto Ristorante
Overall Ratings
5 based on 82 reviews
* Closed For Labor Day * Il Tramonto with its warm and welcoming atmosphere, is all about incredible meals and great experiences.! While its located in the heart of Old Town Temecula , Il Tramonto transports you right back to the streets of Italy. Each da
Reviewed By consultjtr
GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE! Wonderful restaurant located in beautiful Old Town Temeculah. The carbonara was the best Iâve ever had and the homemade fresh daily cannolis are OUT OF THIS WORLD! Ask for Victoria...she was our server, part of the family who owns the restaurant and an absolute delight! HAHA!! Thank you so much for your great review!! I am always asking folks who have the cannoli what's the most famous line about the cannoli and most can't answer me! Great line from a great film! Thank you for taking the cannolis!!!
2. Gourmet Italia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By gfinnb
Weâve been dining at Gourmet Italia for five years, and have NEVER been disappointed. The owner is Omni-present and is a very gracious host - be sure to read about his life story, itâs a true American Dream Come True story! With the recent expansion, live music on weekend nights makes this place a fun destination! Great cocktails and better menu. You canât go wrong!
1. Trattoria Toscana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 492 reviews
Trattoria Toscana is a quaint, boutique Italian restaurant that creates an authentic Tuscan-Sardinian-Italian cultural experience, rich in the appreciation of high-quality food and wine. Trattoria Toscana caters to those who savor authentic, home-made Ita
Reviewed By Bubuflu
Donât let the store front look discourage you from trying out this fantastic restaurant, which Temecula has desperately needed forever. The food here is authentic and delicious and will have you wanting to try everything on the menu. They have daily specials one of which when we went was Osso Buco, which I ordered. Their Oslo Buco was cooked to perfection being tender and moist. Although Iâve had one better Osso Buco years ago, this one was definitely worth ordering again. The gnocchi was hand made as are all the pastas in the restaurant, and was melt in your mouth great. No matter what you order, everything is amazing. The tiramisu was quite delicious. Although I prefer a little more espresso I. My tiramisu, I couldnât deny that Toscanaâs recipe was incredibly delicious. The staff(owners?) weâre friendly and fun, definitely making it feel like you were dining with friends. If youâre in Temecula and want something other than all the suburban chain joints, treat yourself to a fantastic meal and go to Trattoria Toscana. I know next time Iâm in town Iâll go again.Thank you for choosing Trattoria Toscana, we are glad you had a great experience and our main goal is to deliver our guest authentic Italian experience making them feel as part of our family.Thank you
