The 5 Best Places for Italian Food Around Harrisonburg

Italian cuisine offers more than meals—it brings families together, evokes tradition, and leaves tastebuds craving just one more bite. In this year’s Best of the Valley readers’ choice contest, voters celebrated restaurants that serve authentic, flavorful Italian dishes, whether it’s wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, or family recipes passed through generations. These spots bring the taste of Italy to the Valley with heart and flavor.

Vito’s Italian Kitchen delivers a cozy, authentic dining experience with classic pasta dishes, hearty meat entrees, and scratch-made sauces. Diners appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and portion sizes that honor traditional Italian hospitality. Their garlic rolls and spaghetti Bolognese are often praised as local go-tos for comfort and flavor.

Bella Luna Wood-Fired Pizza combines flaky, charred-crust pizzas with inventive toppings that bridge classic and contemporary. Made in a wood-fired oven, the pizzas offer smoky depth with cheerful, fresh ingredients. Whether you prefer a simple Margherita or a creative combo, Bella Luna’s casual vibe and fast service make pizza night feel special.

Ciro’s Lasagna House specializes in—well, lasagna—offering layers of cheese, meat, sauce, and pasta that hit every spot. Known for generous portions, their lasagna has a loyal following, and the menu expands into other Italian comforts: stromboli, baked ziti, and calzones. It’s a must-stop for fans of cheese-laden comfort food.

Italian Touch Restaurant brings handmade pasta, seafood dishes, and sauces crafted from family recipes. With steaks, veal, and chicken entrees alongside pasta, Italian Touch offers variety and a casual dining vibe. Patrons frequently comment on the flavor depth and warm, family-friendly service.

Micali’s Trattoria takes a trattoria-style approach with a full menu of pasta, seafood, steak, and wood-fired pizza. Nestled in Stuarts Draft, they draw diners with house-made sauces, fresh dough, and hospitality that feels like a Mamà’s kitchen. Their veal piccata and garlic knots are fan favorites, known for rich, authentic taste.

These Italian restaurants reflect what Best of the Valley voters value most: bold flavors, traditional recipes, and places that treat every meal like a family gathering. Mangia!

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