Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Delaware

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Updated 05 October 2026

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La Casa Pasta

4.7

4.7 (1573)

$31 to $50

Italian

Newark

About the restaurant

For parties of 9 or more, please contact the restaurant directly. We allow a maximum of two separate checks per table. For nearly 50 years, since 1978, La Casa Pasta has been a Newark, Delaware dining tradition, serving authentic Northern and Southern Italian cuisine in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere. From the moment you walk through our doors, you'll be greeted by the aromas of freshly made pasta, house-crafted sauces, and warm baked bread prepared using time-honored Italian recipes. Our beautifully renovated dining room, stylish bar, and comfortable lounge provide the perfect setting for date nights, family gatherings, business dinners, and special occasions. Guests enjoy an extensive wine list, handcrafted cocktails, fresh seafood, premium steaks, classic Italian specialties, and the homemade pasta that has made La Casa Pasta a local favorite for generations.

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Top review

Karen

Dined 4 days ago

Our server did a nice job checking in on us, without hovering, and she kept us up to date on status of drinks and food. Bread was amazing and we were all happy with our entrees. La Casa Pasta has been a go-to restaurant for many years, so glad they are still thriving!

Taverna - Wilmington

4.6

4.6 (806)

$30 and under

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Taverna - Wilmington is a “neighborhood gathering place.” Inspired by both the casual watering holes and belly warming kitchens found within homes all throughout Italy, Taverna suggests a rural approach to refined Italian cooking.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-384-8552, if desired reservation time is unavailable or a party size is larger than 6.

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Charles MichaelGold

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

Busy night at Taverna Wilmington. Had amazing drinks thanks to Drew and great service by De-Andre. Mike and Sam were just running as it was a busy night. Saturday was the 1st “fall-like” evening so I decided to try the prosciutto and fig raviolis and OMG! With the Gorgonzola cream sauce! It was amazing! I might have had my first “food-fast”! I was facing the kitchen and I saw at least three of the sundaes go out. After having truffle bread w sauce, Caesar salad and the Main, I couldn’t do it. I had asked if they could make one small out of a highball 🥃 glass. To my surprise they did and it was perfect! I can’t say how much I appreciate the people of PDG for their hospitality and delicious food! Thank you always! You are too kind!!

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Popular dish

Chicken

Vincente's Restaurant - Delaware

4.6

4.6 (1470)

$30 and under

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Vincentes
At Vincente's we offer a very unique dining experience called the walking menu. If you don't see anything you want to try on the written menu,then have Our Executive Chef come over and create a dish just for your own personal dining pleasure.
After dinner, enjoy one of Vincente's many fine homemade desserts.

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JamesGold

Dined 6 days ago

Kaylee and Mary are the best!! The veal piccata is the best I’ve ever had.

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Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.7

4.7 (1041)

$30 and under

Italian

Newark

About the restaurant

With the opening of Taverna, Platinum Dining Group brings to life its highly anticipated version of the “neighborhood gathering place.” Rustic and simple in conception but well crafted and high minded in execution, Taverna brings to Newark a casual sophistication that sees reclaimed wood and exposed brick on the wall. Polished marble rest atop the overstretched bar which boasts eighteen draft beers and the state’s first ever “tapped wine” system. A seemingly humble menu is carefully considered with homemade pastas, coal-fired pizzas, and daily “features” that will bring a smile to the most discerning grandmother’s face.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-444-4334 , if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

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Christina

Dined on 24 Oct 2026

Excellent food !!! As always. Our favorite Italian restaurant by far. Excellent service. Love the atmosphere- lively and authentic. Will be back. Thank you !

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4.8

4.8 (2475)

$30 and under

Italian

Greenville

About the restaurant

Capers & Lemons, is a restaurant serving modern versions of classic Italian fare. The dining room at Capers & Lemons seamlessly blends old and new into something all its own. The lighting and colors of the dining room evoke the sense of a classic Italian restaurant, while the decor is distinctly contemporary making diners realize this restaurant has its own vision. Many traditional Italian dishes can be found, with a small modern twist. Bright and flavorful antipasti, Wood-fire cooked pizzas, and hearty pastas are all here. Finally, stop in at happy hour to enjoy beer, wine or some signature cocktails.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-256-0524, if the desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.
Patio requests are acknowledged but not guaranteed. Even when requesting outdoor seating, we may have to accommodate you in our main dining room.

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John

Dined 3 days ago

Service was excellent with all dressed for Halloween. Drinks and food were excellent.

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4.1

4.1 (169)

$30 and under

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Casa Nonna is an ode to James Beard-nominated Chef Antimo DiMeo's Italian Nonnas-Maria and Italia-and their recipes, plus all the Nonnas of our region and their contributions to what we know as Italian-American cooking.

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JOSEPH

Dined on 6 Oct 2026

When we arrived at 5:30 (we were going to a show at the Grand), we were the only people there and only a few showed up later. It is in the middle of a food court so the noise level is high and the ambiance low. However, our server, Dawn, was outstanding as was the food. Dishes were reasonably priced, and vert tasty. We received our meals in a reasonable time and Dawn checked on us regularly to see if we needed anything. I would go again for excellent Italian food but it's not for any fancy occasion. There is a convenient parking garage right across the street

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Chopped Italian Salad

Valle Cucina Italiana

4.6

4.6 (966)

$30 and under

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Valle Cucina, Delaware's best kept secret for over forty years! Our name suggests Italian, and it is the best around, but we are also known for our seven time "Best of Delaware" award winning 100% jumbo lump crab cakes, seafood dishes and the area's most amazing steaks. Valle also showcases a 100+ bottle wine list. Come check out our newly renovated interior.

Come as you are or formal, everyone feels at home. We take pride in our friendly service.

Located in the Pike Creek Shopping Center, off Limestone Rd. Valle, opened in 1981 as a pizzeria and has become a must try. We are inviting you to experience what many have called their best dining experience.

For special requests and large parties, we suggest you call us 302-998-9999 so we can best serve you

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Robert

Dined on 12 Oct 2026

The food & atmosphere were fantastic and our server, Kennedy, was absolutely amazing!

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Experience

Crab-Tabulous Tuesday's

Experience

Wine-Tastic Wednesdays

Piccolina Toscana

4.9

4.9 (1482)

$30 and under

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Piccolina Toscana is open Monday-Saturday for dinner at 5:00. We have ample socially distanced tables as well and a heated patio. The Lounge opens at 4 each day with Happy Hour from 4-6. Open late on the weekends. Toscana to Go is open from 10am-8pm every day. Online Ordering is available as is Home Delivery, Curbside Pickup. Toscana Catering is planning Covid compliant events as well as "post-Covid" 2021 events at all of our beautiful and unique Catering Venues.

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RachelGold

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely fabulous!!! My family cannot wait to come back!

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Popular dish

TORTELLINI

Popular dish

FETTUCCINE ALLA BOLOGNESE

Jerry Longo's Meatball & Martini's

4.5

4.5 (1158)

$30 and under

Italian

Dover

About the restaurant

LONGO’S brand originated in the Historic Federal Hill area in Providence, RI, where owner Jerry Longo, along with his talented culinary team, created a menu of “Italian Soul Food”. Longo restaurants are known to be frequently visited by well-known celebrities.

Using only the finest imported and the freshest local ingredients, LONGO’S menus are designed to inspire exploration and sharing. LONGO’S antipasto boards include authentic Italian specialty spread served on handcrafted olivewood. All LONGO’S pizzas are cooked in their imported Italian brick oven.

Longo’s Meatballs & Martinis features custom craft cocktails and an extensive wine selection. All within an authentic, fun, energized environment that includes live music and entertainment.

There is a 2 hour table limit for parties over 16.

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Laura

Dined on 23 Oct 2026

Wonderful meal and service as usual… tried the tomato and cucumber salad with red onion for the first time. Extremely good, much too large though… Shrimp Sinatra was yummy and the lemon sauce perfect. Everything served at proper temperatures . Thanks.. see you next visit!

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Linguine Pescatore

Caffe Gelato

4.1

4.1 (1834)

$30 and under

Italian

Newark

About the restaurant

Relaxed atmosphere, vibrant bar, good wine cellar (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), great food, delicious house-crafted gelato and house-crafted pasta. Guests may request a semi-circle booth for parties up to 8 (Max capacity is reduced due to pandemic restrictions), or a nice table. Outdoor seating is available and large groups may request a private room.
Caffe Gelato celebrates its 17-year anniversary. For lunch, look forward to trying our pressed panini on fresh baked sea-salt and rosemary foccacia, the featured salads, or a house crafted pasta. At dinner try the Daily Salmon, Center-Cut Filet Mignon, or any of our 6 House Crafted Pasta dishes. Weekend Brunches feature omelets, crepes, poached eggs, and Creme Brulee French Toast. Favorite gelato flavors are Bacio (Chocolate Hazelnut), Crème Brûlée Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip).

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Karen

Dined on 7 Oct 2026

We had a small group for a business dinner in the wine room and it was fantastic.

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