The 20 Best Italian Restaurants in Edmonton, Alberta

Sorrentino's West offers Italian-inspired cuisine in a comfortable dining room accented by a gas fireplace and an intimate private room for small gatherings. Guests highlight thin-crust pizzas, risotto, veal, seafood specials, and classic desserts like tiramisu. Attentive, personable service and thoughtful touches contribute to a relaxed yet refined experience.

Violino Ristorante offers polished Italian-inspired cuisine in a distinctive setting inside a converted house. Guests highlight carefully prepared dishes such as tableside fettuccine, seafood, and classic tiramisu. Attentive, knowledgeable service and a dedicated wine steward contribute to a leisurely, unrushed dining experience.

Sorrentino’s Downtown offers refined Italian-inspired cuisine with well-prepared seafood, pasta, and seasonal specialties such as mushroom-focused dishes. The dining room features white tablecloths and comfortably spaced tables, creating an elegant setting suited to special occasions. Attentive, considerate service and a well-regarded bar and wine selection round out the experience.

Sicilian Pasta Kitchen South offers a broad selection of classic Italian dishes, with a focus on hearty pasta and veal preparations. Starters such as calamari, arancini, and Caesar salad highlight familiar flavors, complemented by a range of wines and cocktails. The spacious yet cozy dining room suits both couples and larger groups, while the staff is generally welcoming, knowledgeable, and allows guests to linger over their meals.

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant serves classic Italian-American comfort dishes, with many guests highlighting the flavorful pasta and sampler-style entrees. Meals are complemented by unlimited fresh salad and warm breadsticks, with popular soup options available. Attentive, courteous service and quick seating contribute to a consistently pleasant dining experience.

Boston Pizza is a casual, family-friendly restaurant known for its wide range of pizzas, pastas, salads, and sandwiches. Guests highlight the consistently flavorful pizza sauce and options such as boneless chicken wings with various seasonings. The atmosphere supports both dine-in meals and convenient delivery for familiar, reliable comfort food.

Buco Pizzeria & Vino Bar – Epcor Tower offers Italian-inspired dishes in a bright, high-ceilinged space with both café-style seating and a lounge-like area. Wood-fired pizzas, including a notable four-cheese option and gluten-free crust, are complemented by small plates such as arancini and housemade sausage. Attentive, personable service and a light-hearted atmosphere make it well suited to relaxed dining in the heart of downtown.

Buco Pizzeria & Vino Bar Windermere offers contemporary Italian dining with flavorful pasta, wood-fired specialties, and an extensive selection of wines by the glass. Guests highlight rich, comforting dishes such as lasagna, stuffed pasta, and a generously sized sweet calzone. The space is bright, modern, and spotless, with attentive staff who provide thoughtful recommendations.

The Old Spaghetti Factory in Downtown Edmonton serves classic Italian-American comfort dishes in a cozy, booth-lined dining room that offers a sense of privacy. Guests appreciate the inclusive meals with soup or salad, warm bread, and spumoni ice cream, along with a full bar. Favorites such as spaghetti with cheese and browned butter or chicken Parmesan with pasta are popular choices. Attentive, efficient service and consideration for families contribute to its welcoming atmosphere.

Bucas & Pastas is a small, family-run restaurant specializing in house-made pastas, mild sauces, and fresh salads. Guests highlight the tender chicken parmesan, rich mushroom cream sauce, and hearty lasagna. The counter-service setup lets diners see dishes prepared and plated, and the restaurant also offers buffet-style options and takeout for larger gatherings.

Firezone Pizza & Donair offers thin-crust pizzas with generous toppings and popular donair options, including a well-regarded donair pizza. Sauces, especially the sweet and garlic varieties, are frequently noted for their flavor, and sides like fries are served hot and well seasoned. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, with staff described as polite and attentive. This family-owned spot emphasizes fresh preparation and prompt service for both takeout and delivery.

Vaticano Cucina offers classic Italian cooking with a focus on satisfying pasta dishes, from rich bolognese and lasagna to gnocchi in wild mushroom sauce. Starters like bruschetta and focaccia-style garlic bread, along with creamy tiramisu, round out the meal. A spacious dining room with artwork and natural light, attentive service, and a signature Holy Water cocktail create an appealing setting for a relaxed Italian meal.

Vivo Ristorante Westend offers refined Italian cuisine with thoughtfully prepared dishes, from housemade pastas to expertly cooked steak. Guests highlight generous portions, balanced flavors, and high-quality ingredients. Attentive service, a well-regarded wine list, and options for family-style or group dining contribute to its appeal in a quiet neighborhood location.

Blaze Pizza specializes in thin-crust, build-your-own pizzas with a wide range of fresh, traditional and artisan toppings. Pies are baked in open-flame ovens, giving the crust a light texture with a crisp finish and quick cooking time. The restaurant offers a dedicated gluten-free dough and careful handling to reduce cross-contamination, appealing to guests with dietary needs.

Bianco offers contemporary Italian cuisine in a stylish, modern setting where background music allows easy conversation. Guests highlight well-executed classics such as crisp calamari, seafood linguine, and inventive pizzas, along with gluten-free options like Bolognese with rosé sauce. Service is described as attentive and considerate, and the restaurant accommodates families, including young children.

Dream Donair & Pizza serves hearty donairs, pizza, lasagna, and kabobs in a modest, counter-service setting. Guests highlight the generous portions and flavorful meat, often taking leftovers home. Attentive, welcoming staff contribute to a comfortable, down-to-earth dining experience.