Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Rhode Island

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Rhode Island? 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!

Pomodoro

4.9

4.9 (563)

$30 and under

Italian

Bristol

About the restaurant

BYOB Policy
At Pomodoro Italian Kitchen, we proudly allow you to bring your own beer or wine. Please be aware of the following fees: a corking fee of $7 for each bottle of wine and a fee of $1 for each beer you bring in.

Reservation Seating Options
When making reservations, please consider the following seating options we offer:
Indoor Seating: Enjoy our cozy booths located in the main dining area.
Covered Patio: Relax in our three-season room equipped with warm heating for colder months.
Bar Seating: Opt for our bar stools for a casual dining experience while enjoying your meal.
Outdoor Seating: Available depending on weather conditions, with heaters provided during colder months to keep you comfortable.

About Us
Pomodoro Italian Kitchen is a beloved family-run restaurant that has proudly served our community for three generations. We specialize in offering award-winning Italian comfort food that delights the taste buds and creates memorable dining experiences.

Top review

Roland

Dined 1 day ago

Both dishes were very good. There was a very loud conversation going on at the next table that was way out of line volume wise. Irritating. in a dining room that is so small, we were close to asking the hostess to do something. It is BYOB and I understand they charge a corking fee. But shouldn't the waitress actually open the bottle and pour it? Or at least offer to do it? It was a screw on cap so we didn't need her help to open it but it was irritating that we were charged $7 and she never touched the bottle.

Andino's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2096)

$50 and over

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

A Federal Hill legend. A place where people gather to eat amongst friends!

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Gustavo

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing atmosphere. Food was decently good, lacked a bit of salt in our opinion. Our waitress was amazing! She deserves a raise for sure ;) thank you guys for making our anniversary special. Thank you again.

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Popular dish

Chicken

Frankie's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.8

4.8 (138)

$30 and under

Italian

North Kingstown

About the restaurant

Located in North Kingstown, RI, Frankie’s Restaurant & Pizzeria serves staple Italian dishes and American classics.

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PaulVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Always a great place with superb food and excellent service

Anthony’s Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (622)

$30 and under

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

Great Italian, good prices, great value! Dine-In or Take-Out

Traditional heartwarming Italian entrees & pasta dishes served up in a cozy subterranean restaurant trattoria-style setting.

Specialty homemade pasta dishes, Italian Stuffed Artichokes, Homemade Cannoli's & more!
Located on the famous Federal Hill!

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Sarah

Dined 3 days ago

Great dinner, personable server, very reasonable prices

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Experience

$17.95 Three Course Lunch

Trattoria Romana In Wakefield

4.9

4.9 (3419)

$30 and under

Italian

South Kingstown

About the restaurant

Trattoria Romana South was opened by award winning Chef Luciano Canova to offer residents and visitors of southern Rhode Island with the authentic Italian cuisine that the Trattoria Romana name has become synonymous with after the success of the Trattoria Romana restaurant in Lincoln. The team selected the location in South County Commons in Wakefield to offer convenient access to all of Southern RI.

Today, our Italian restaurant in Wakefield RI offers a lively bar scene, where regulars and guests can enjoy cocktails, liquor, beer, and wine from our extensive drink menu while also enjoying our full food selection. Our bar and restaurant are open year round for dinner and drinks.

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DIANE

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food and atmosphere wait staff very nice and maitre d very accommodating

Siena Smithfield

4.8

4.8 (3587)

$30 and under

Italian

Smithfield

About the restaurant

Siena Smithfield invites you to experience the warmth of a Tuscan farmhouse right in Rhode Island. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a casually elegant setting. Delight in a range of grilled steaks, seafood, and veal entrees, all prepared with care. Try signature pasta dishes like Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, or opt for lighter choices with fresh salads and antipasti. Our extensive wine list features selections from California and Italy, perfectly complementing your meal. For a special touch, indulge in one of our specialty cocktails or martinis. Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with loved ones, Siena Smithfield promises an unforgettable dining experience. With warm hospitality and delicious cuisine, it's the ideal spot to savor the flavors of Italy.

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Stephanie

Dined 5 days ago

Great experience! I would highly recommend for a special occasion.

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4.9

4.9 (1592)

$30 and under

Italian

Newport

About the restaurant

Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot in the heart of Newport's historic Washington Square with cuisine inspired by Italy. Open nightly for al fresco dining, takeout and delivery .

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DaveVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding Supporting Cast from the check in to the service and the food was outstanding so a winning performance

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Popular dish

chicken milanese

Popular dish

limoncello mascarpone cake

Popular dish

pistachio-ricotta-cream layer cake

Longo Ristorante & Pizzeria

4.8

4.8 (310)

$31 to $50

Italian

Westerly

About the restaurant

Longo Ristorante Pizzeria serves quality Italian cuisine in the Westerly, Rhode Island, with its convenient location in Historic Downtown. Our experience was created with more in mind than food. Our Ristorante takes a snapshot in time when every Sunday dinner at Grandma's was a family event. Enjoy the cozy casual atmosphere, sip on red wine, and socialize in the lively dining space. The full bar at Longo's offers a wide selection of cocktails, beers & wines. We offer a fully covered patio area which is open for summer, fall & winter months, protected for rainy days & above 45 degrees. The food adheres to traditional Italian fare. All meals without exception are cooked to order with the freshest ingredients possible. We are pleased to serve other options suitable for vegetarians & will do our best to cater to any dietary need required. Please visit us, treat yourself and your family to a "Longo Family Experience". Come laugh, love and enjoy the ultimate in Italian comfort food.

Top review

Paul

Dined 7 days ago

Always perfect. Food is excellent, prices are fair, atmosphere is nice, service is great.

Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (738)

$50 and over

Italian

Newport

About the restaurant

In the old world, in a little village near Bologna, lived the real ‘Mamma Luisa’ who cooked and inspired the next generation of family and friends to recreate in Newport the same authentic taste and atmosphere of northern Italian cuisine.

Our four cozy dining rooms situated a quaint old house make it ideal for romantic dinners & small to medium size parties.

The menu features a variety of authentic Italian dishes like antipasti, bruschetta & salads; typical pasta dishes like Bolognese, Carbonara, Ravioli, and the homemade gnocchi as well as Eggplant Parmigiana and Frutti di Mare.
Selected fresh meat, fish & seafood complete our menu with signature dishes of veal, pork, steak, sole & tuna.
Finish dinner with a cappuccino, espresso or tiramisu.

At Mamma Luisa’s we also offer a full vegetarian page together with vegan and gluten-free options.

Our extensive wine &beer list will transport you to the different regions of Italy and you will find also handpicked gems from around the world

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Krystal

Dined 5 days ago

It’s always a great experience. The food is fabulous can’t wait to go back

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Tagliatelle al Ragu Bolognese

Dolce & Salato

4.9

4.9 (43)

$30 and under

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

Dolce & Salato is more than just a restaurant; it’s our home. Our kitchen is our heart, where time-honored recipes blend seamlessly with fresh, local ingredients.

Every dish is a testament to our heritage, prepared with the same passion and dedication that has been passed down through our family.

Come experience the warmth of our hospitality as we invite you to savor the flavors of Italy in every bite.

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Roberta

Dined 5 days ago

The service.atmosphere and food were amazing! Will definitely go back

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