Best Italian restaurants in Durham

Price: Moderate (24)Price: Expensive (19)Price: Very Expensive (4)

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1. Cucciolo Osteria Durham

4.7

Exceptional(1434)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Durham

Booked 33 times today

Cucciolo Osteria is known for offering some of the best Italian food in Durham. The restaurant prides itself on its authentic and fresh ingredients, which a review emphasized as "tasting clean." Patrons highlight the wide variety of items on the menu, specifically the vegetarian and gluten-free options. With dishes ranging from the fabulous beef carpaccio to the carbonara pasta, and the grilled sea bass special, the restaurant has left many contented customers. A review mentions how the cooking of the Italian dishes reminded them of real food in Italy. The superior service, coupled with the authentic Italian cuisine, has made Cucciolo Osteria a must-visit restaurant in Durham. The restaurant's inviting ambiance adds to its charm, making it a top choice for a pleasant dining experience.

2. Bombolo

4.6

Exceptional(158)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Chapel Hill

Booked 29 times today

Bombolo, located in Chapel Hill, offers an impressive array of Italian cuisine with noticeable freshness and inventive flavors. Patrons highly commend not only the excellent quality of the dishes, but also the high caliber service, with reviews stating how the waitstaff is "helpful and present when needed, but not too much." The Bombolo dining experience is anything but standard, with diners praising the menu's creativity and the uniqueness of dishes like guanciale rigatoni and Swiss chard. The restaurant's cozy ambience, combined with food that consistently "wows" and an extensive wine list, offers an unforgettable culinary experience. The ubiquitous sentiment among the reviews is summed up best by one happy guest: "We will definitely be returning again and again."

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3. IL FALÒ WOOD FIRED KITCHEN

3.9

Excellent(87)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 16 times today

IL FALÒ WOOD FIRED KITCHEN is lauded for its excellent Italian cuisine. Highlights from review include praise for the restaurant's meatballs, calamari, and Bolognese, suggesting a true dedication to delivering authentic, perfectly executed dishes. Moreover, the pizza at IL FALÒ is also singled out for its flavor, even though one reviewer noted that the crust could be improved. Diners have found the salads, particularly the pear and arugula selections, to be delicious and fresh. The restaurant also offers a delightful dining atmosphere, with professional and attentive wait staff. Guests have enjoyed IL FALÒ for both intimate meals and larger events, setting it apart as a versatile dining destination.

4. Il Palio

4.7

Exceptional(1605)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Chapel Hill

Booked 24 times today

Il Palio has earned rave reviews for its authentic and inventive Italian cuisine. Located in the upscale Sienna Hotel, the restaurant is praised for its accomplished and attentive service, comfortable ambiance, and decadent menu. Patrons speak highly of the 500-day aged prosciutto and burrata cheese appetizer, the decadent Taglietelle al Tartufo, and the homemade pasta prepared with exquisite Italian flair. One reviewer exclaimed, "The black truffle pasta was simply incredible. All the ingredients in all the dishes were first rate." This attentiveness to detail, combined with expert service, positions Il Palio as an exceptional dining experience for those who appreciate the depth and diversity of Italian cuisine.

5. Coco Bistro

4.5

Awesome(30)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Chapel Hill

Booked 1 time today

Coco Bistro is lauded for its exceptional vegan cuisine, impressing both dedicated vegans and meat-eaters alike. Customers' reviews highlight the delightful surprise experienced with each vegan dish presented, and the impressive range from appetizers to entrees. Often recommended is the inventive use of ingredients, from spicy jalapeno margaritas to delicious avocado toast and a mouth-watering peach cobbler. Moreover, the dishes are vibrant, with one customer citing the whipped feta and fig appetizer as 'to die for.' The comfortable and intimate atmosphere, complimented with engaging service, makes Coco Bistro an unforgettable dining experience. Its effective showcase of plant-based dining even convinces meat-eaters to appreciate this excellent dining experience.

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