Highlights include lasagna, butternut squash ravioli in cream sauce, and the signature Steak Gregorio (sauteed medallions, mushrooms, and shallots in a cream sauce). Note: not wheelchair accessible.
La Bistecca Italian Grille
Piedmontese beef is the specialty, along with veal Marsala, grilled sea bass, and saltimbocca. The setting is dark and clubby; a piano bar adds a festive element. L Wed.-Fri., D Read more [...]
La Dolce Vita
Eloquent, sophisticated, upscale...without the attitude!...This is no ordinary Detroit restaurant - this is La Dolce Vita.
Lelli’s of Auburn Hills
A “new” Lelli’s opened in 1996 after years in its original Detroit location. Menu covers read “Since 1939.” Dinners begin with an antipasto tray, creamy minestrone soup, green salad, side Read more [...]
Loccino Italian Grill
Loccino is a “family-friendly” yet upscale Italian restaurant. Choose from fresh seafood, steak, chicken, and veal dishes, plus traditional pastas, pizzas, salads, and more. They also offer happy hour specials Read more [...]
Luigi’s The Original
It’s the model of a vintage roadhouse. A big menu offers well-prepared seafood, prime rib, pasta, and pizza. D daily.
Mani Osteria & Bar
This casual Italian restaurant infuses freshness, but with lower prices. It’s a blend of modern, eclectic Italian with old standbys. The pork belly and the chicken liver pate are standouts. Read more [...]
Mario’s
A new audience is discovering this Midtown Detroit classic, which dates to 1948. Linen- covered tables, framed paintings on the wood-paneled walls, expert waiters in black tie, and tableside preparation Read more [...]
Nico and Vali
This downtown Plymouth eatery offers favorites with unexpected twists. The Artichokes & Chilies appetizer boasts lightly battered and fried artichokes with Fresno and jalapeno peppers, tossed with fresh basil in Read more [...]
Ottava Via
Chef Ariel Millan sends out great thin-crusted pizzas from the brick oven in the kitchen as well as interesting small plates typified by bruschetta, calamari, and roasted garlic and whipped Read more [...]
Paesano
An Italian cuisine menu changes with each season. Items have included: pasta carbonara with shrimp, duck bacon, and Italian greens, as well as beet and ricotta gnocchi with brown butter, Read more [...]
Pop’s For Italian
It doesn’t sound fancy, but this Ferndale restaurant serves up well-prepared Italian dishes paired with an ambitious wine program. The focal point of the restaurant is a U-shaped bar with Read more [...]
Ristorante Piccirilli
Say it right – pitch-er-rilly – because it’s the name of the family that operates this fine little Italian spot. Almost everything on the menu is made in-house – pasta, Read more [...]
Roman Village Cucina Italiana
Since 1964, the Rugiero family has offered authentic Italian cuisine. They’ve launched three additional Antonio’s Cucina Italiana locations; Roman Village is the original, and features their signature gnocchi Rita, chicken Read more [...]
Salvatore Scallopini – Grosse Pointe Woods
The friendly, informal trattorias fill a niche between the expensive Italian restaurants and the modest ones. The accessible menu of pastas with classic sauces, as well as chicken, veal, and Read more [...]