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Order the best Italian near Placentia, CA

Best Italian restaurants nearby in Placentia

Subway

Subway

4.5
(3k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 24 min
"The Honey Mustard Rotisserie-Style Chicken on toasted Artisan bread is AMAZING I've had it 2 nights in row bc it is so good!!! "
"I've always gotten tuna for many many years. It still taste the same and I do still like it. (Although my friend learned eating tuna sub everyday can give you mercury poisoning.). The only difference now is that amount of tuna in sub is very stingy. "
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.28
Tuna
100% wild caught Tuna salad, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.55
Spicy Italian
Spicy Pepperoni, Genoa salami, provolone cheese, jalapenos, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan bread.
$11.16
Meatball
Meatballs, marinara sauce, provolone cheese & parmesan cheese served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$12.72
NORMS

NORMS

4.2
(4k+)
• Breakfast • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 9.4 mi • 49 min
Farther away
"Great food! Consistent and dependable! I love their apple pie! One of the best I've ever had. I always get the lemon chicken or the New York steaks. Been here on work and order here every night! "
"Mozzarella cheese sticks were missing cheese in about a third of them, breading was cold and stiff as though it was a couple days old. Serving size of omelette and tater tots was small and not fresh. One star for a decent pancake that was oddly the warmest item of the lot. Not worth the higher pricing compared to other diners. "
CLASSIC BIGGER BETTER BREAKFAST
2 Bacon Strips, 2 Link Sausages, 2 Eggs, Ham and Hash Browns or Fruit. Choice of Toast or 2 Buttermilk Hotcakes.
$15.03
LUMBERJACK BREAKFAST
3 Eggs, 3 strips of Bacon, 3 Link Sausages, golden Hash Browns, and 3 Buttermilk Hotcakes.
$19.46
THE CLUBHOUSE
A triple decker! JENNIE-O® Turkey Breast, Bacon, Mayonnaise, Lettuce & Tomato on Toasted White Bread. Includes your choice of French Fries, Tater Tots, Onion Rings or Fresh Fruit.
$17.13
1 LB. PORTERHOUSE STEAK & EGGS
Served with 2 Farm-Fresh Eggs, Golden Hash Browns or Fresh Fruit, and your choice of Toast, English Muffin, Biscuit & Gravy or 2 Buttermilk Hotcakes. Limited Availability.
$25.18
Peet's Coffee

Peet's Coffee

4.7
(3k+)
• Coffee • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 5.1 mi • 25 min
"The Peanut Butter Cookie is huge!!! I used a spoon for scale, a small spoon, oh my goodness! Also best Mocha Frappé I ever had! And I've been around Viennna! That's saying something!"
"THE best almond croissant (generous size) hands down-- and the Cafe Con Panna is a fav with all that wonderful whipped cream added! "
Bacon Cheddar Brioche
Buttery brioche bun with a homestyle egg, crispy double-smoked bacon, and melted cheddar.
$6.23
Caffe Latte
This coffee house favorite adds silky steamed milk to shots of rich espresso, finished with a layer of foam.
$6.78
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Rich, buttery caramel, concentrated and intense ristretto shots of espresso, and hint of vanilla over ice.
$7.18
Iced Caffe Latte
Cold milk and freshly pulled espresso create this delicious symphony, poured over ice and fresh foam.
$6.86
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.5
(600+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 1.4 mi • 25 min
"Never received in this typeof bag but overall the drinks were handled with care and they are delicious :)"
" I received my chai latte and I only received half of it when they dropped it off. I'm taking a picture. My finger is halfway in. I should not have to pay for this."
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day. If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$9.66
Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso
Smooth Starbucks® Blonde Espresso shaken with brown sugar and cinnamon, served over ice with oatmilk and crowned with pumpkin cold foam for a deliciously sweet, fall‑inspired finish.
$8.78
Strawberry Açaí Lemonade Refresher
Sweet strawberry and açaí flavors balanced with the delightful zing of lemonade, served over ice with freeze-dried strawberry pieces - the ultimate pick-me-up. Available with no caffeine, light caffeine (50mg*) and B vitamins or make it an Energy Refresher with extra caffeine (125mg*) and B vitamins. *Assumes grande size.
$7.84
Bacon, Gouda & Egg Sandwich
Our classic breakfast sandwich has 18g of protein with sizzling applewood-smoked bacon, Parmesan cage-free egg frittata and melted aged Gouda on an artisan roll.
$7.35
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

4.7
(4k+)
• Coffee • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 11.5 mi • 42 min
Farther away
$7 off on $25+
"fast delivery. I love treating my coworkers to yummy coffee on our Saturdays. Cafe Americano-cookie butter is our current favorite. "
"Sandwiches & Wraps|Chorizo Breakfast Burrito was not good and not hot. no flavor, no salt. Iced Ube Coconut Cream Matcha Latte was very sweet but ok. Iced Coffees|Hazelnut Iced Coffee tasted too sweet and like salted caramel, the one at Starbucks is much better. Probably wouldn't order from here again."
Sandwiches & Wraps|Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
Fluffy scrambled eggs with Mexican-spiced Chorizo, potatoes, melted pepper jack cheese, and fire roasted tomato salsa in a crisp flour tortilla. 530 Calories
$8.24
Bagels|Cheese Jalapeño Bagel
A classic New York-style bagel with a delicious combination of cheese and jalapeño. Ask for it toasted and/or with cream cheese. This has not been Kosher certified. 290 Calories
$5.08
Iced Lattes|Iced Vanilla Latte
Freshly pulled shots of espresso with our French Deluxe™ vanilla powder and non-fat milk over ice.
$8.25
Iced Coffees|Iced Cookie Butter Coffee
Our premium espresso shots blended with our sweet and spicy cookie butter powder and served over ice for a refreshing and delicious cookie butter coffee drink.
$7.02
Better Buzz Coffee

Better Buzz Coffee

4.6
(600+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee • 4.1 mi • 34 min
$5 off on $30+
"The yogurt bowl with Greek yogurt and the fruits and raw honey is to die for! And the latte I got was Divine! "
"Delicious flavor, price conscious, it was packaged perfectly & the Hazelnut Divinity was the best coffee I've ever had. Better Nzz is now 1 of my Family favorite."
Chili Crunch Breakfast Wrap
Tortilla with chili crisp aioli, ham, egg, muenster cheese, and hashbrown patty 530 Calories
$11.63
Better Breakfast
Cage-free Egg, Bacon, Havarti Cheese, Arugula, and Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun 660-700 Calories
$12.41
Yogurt Bowl
Greek or Coconut Yogurt. Topped with Granola, Strawberries, Blueberries, Honey Comb and a drizzle of Honey 690 Calories
$11.66
Horchata Iced Latte
Sweetened Cinnamon Rice Milk Made in House with Ice. Topped with Espresso and Cinnamon Sugar.
$8.93
Orange Donuts & Bagels

Orange Donuts & Bagels

Cafe • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 11.5 mi • 46 min
Farther away
1 dozen Donuts
A freshly made assortment of twelve delicious donuts, featuring a variety of classic favorites and fun flavors. From soft, fluffy glazed and rich chocolate to colorful sprinkle-topped and old-fashioned classics, each donut is crafted to deliver the perfect balance of sweetness, texture, and indulgence—perfect for sharing with family, friends, or the office.
$21.45
Dozen Donut Hooles
Bite-sized, golden donut holes coated in a light, sweet glaze. Crispy on the outside and soft, fluffy on the inside, these poppable treats are perfect for sharing—or enjoying all to yourself.
$4.25
Ham, Cheese & Jalapeño Croissant
Flaky, buttery croissant filled with savory ham, melted cheese, and sliced jalapeños for a bold, slightly spicy kick. Baked until golden and crispy on the outside with a warm, cheesy center.
$6.45
Apple Fritter
A golden, crispy apple fritter packed with tender chunks of apple and deep-fried to perfection. Finished with a rich, sweet glaze that seeps into every crevice, this classic treat delivers a perfect mix of crunch, softness, and warm cinnamon-apple flavor.
$3.55
Frytality Loaded Fries

Frytality Loaded Fries

3.5
(20+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 6.6 mi • 45 min
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Fries
Choice of waffle or french fries with fried chicken, drizzled with buffalo sauce and ranch, topped with cheese and onions.
$16.75
Carne Asada Fries
Choice of waffle or french fries with carne asada, topped with onions, cilantro, pico, guacamole, sour cream, and melted cheese
$19.45
Bacon Cheeseburger
Premium beef patty with American cheese, Turkey* bacon, house spread, pickles, grilled onions on a brioche bun.
$13.49
Cheeseburger
Premium beef patty with American cheese, house spread, pickles, grilled onions on a brioche bun.
$11.6
Christy’s Donuts and Sandwiches

Christy’s Donuts and Sandwiches

American • Donut Shop
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 39 min
Sausage, egg and cheese croissant
it's come with mayonnaise.
$12.45
Tutto Fresco

Tutto Fresco

4.7
(10+)
• Italian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Newly Added
Garlic Cheese Bread Small
choice of pasta with tomato basil, alfredo or butter sauce
$10.65
Kids Pasta
linguine, blackened chicken, sautéed red & yellow peppers, tomatoes, corn, onions, chipotle cream sauce
$12.63
Chipotle Chicken
fettuccine, alfredo sauce
$20.93
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
tomato basil sauce
$21.61
Fratellino's Italian Restaurant

Fratellino's Italian Restaurant

4.6
(6k+)
• Italian • American
$0 delivery fee
"best Italian restaurant in Orange County. Besides the good quality food, the very fair prices (outbeats all others), and the friendship feeling when there, or help with online ordering, the management and staff the best. "
"Best pizza we've had in awhile-- just found out about this place! The sauce is a 10 and they were generous with the cheese without asking for xtra along with the added pepperoni & mushrooms. Will order again when we want a GOOD pizza. The cannoli was an added treat! "
Garlic Bread (1/4 loaf)
Alfredo is gluten-free
$2.39
Pasta Alfredo with Chicken
Meat sauce contains gluten
$17.29
Garlic Bread with Cheese (1/4 loaf)
Crisp iceberg lettuce, cotto salami, mortadella, provolone cheese, pepperoni, black olives, tomato, carrots, onions, pepperoncini and croutons. Recommended with our house Italian dressing.
$5.98
Pasta with Meat Sauce
Vegetables and pasta in tomato and beef broth.
$14.47
Sister Sicily Pizza & Pasta

Sister Sicily Pizza & Pasta

4.7
(600+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
"Oh, man, phenomenal ALLA VODKA Mozzarella Garlic Bread!!! Great flavor, real homemade sauce, fresh, graat portion! Definite keeper! Better than 90% of Italian restaurants I've tried."
"Still the best gluten free pizza around! Nice thick crust! Toppings incredible and generous."
GARLIC BREAD
Our fresh garlic bread made in house daily
$3.94
Alla Vodka
Homemade marinara, vodka, cream, basil, and our blend of Italian spices
$22.88
FETTUCCINI ALFREDO
Homemade creamy Alfredo sauce
$23.27
Cheese Pizza (Large)
Our fresh garlic bread with mozzarella cheese.
$26.52
Gina Maria's Pizzeria

Gina Maria's Pizzeria

4.7
(3k+)
• Pizza • Italian
$0 delivery fee
"2nd rating in 5years! This place! The garlic knots are amazing!!! Holy cow! Best ive ever had! The spaghetti marinara was really good. The sauce is very tasty & they add cheese on top. Price was great too! Just wow!"
"Everything was delicious. Just like the other reviews. 16" Meat Lovers Pizza topping were top quality. The Meatballs do taste home made by Grammy. No wonder people love them and the Small Antipasto Salad was loaded with meat and CHEESE!!!! This was my first time trying Gina Maria. I'm hooked I'll definitely be coming back for more on Pizza Night ! 🌙 😋"
14" Large Pizza (Create Your Own)
Delicious combination of our signature crust, house-made marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese blend and toppings of your choice
$22.67
16" X-Large Pizza (Create Your Own)
Delicious combination of our signature crust, house-made marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese blend and toppings of your choice
$25.93
Garlic Knots
Baked pizza dough knots, dipped in a mixture of olive oil and garlic herb sauce, then sprinkled with parmesan cheese
$10.11
12" Medium (Create Your Own)
Delicious combination of our signature crust, house-made marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese blend and toppings of your choice
$19.98
Bella Italia

Bella Italia

4.3
(700+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee
"GREAT-TASTING PIZZA!! Fresh ingredients, and lots of them, and the dough was very good, which is usually not the case with most pizza!!"
"Definitely not worth it. May be a ghost kitchen. Lobster Raviolis has no more than 8 pcs and looked nothing like the photo. Spaghetti Bolognese (Regular) was basic. no flavor. Price was a bit high for what we got."
Fettuccine Alfredo
Classic favorite featuring fettuccine tossed with our creamy homemade Alfredo sauce.
$27.38
Garlic Bread
Golden, toasted garlic bread brushed with olive oil and served with a side of marinara for dipping.
$10.46
Build Your Own Pizza (Regular 12")
A 12-inch pizza with a golden, oven-browned crust, tomato sauce, and melted cheese, ready for your pick of meats, veggies, and extra cheese. Build it classic or pile it high with your favorites.
$18.41
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded fried breast of chicken baked with meat sauce and mozzarella cheese. Served with spaghetti with marinara sauce.
$23.32
Lascari's Italian Deli

Lascari's Italian Deli

4.6
(6k+)
• Italian • Pizza
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Pizza CYO Individual - 8" came hot and perfectly toasty. Club Sandwich was good with plenty of toppings but the spread was a little spicy for me. Tiramisu was delicious and I appreciated the little container of whip cream that came with it."
"For starters this was VERY generous portion of ravioli. I got the Arrabbiata sauce which I normally use for my sauce when making pasta at home but having it made in house - it was so spicy !! In a good way. I added mushrooms which they were very generous with those as well. Huge mushrooms. It was great. The cannoli was generous as well. Cream was very fresh. "
Lasagna
Baked wide noodles layered with ricotta, mozzarella, and romano cheese
$16.22
Pasta
Made with broccoli, cream, butter and egg noodles
$16.03
Fettuccini Alfredo
Tap ingredients to add to your pizza. *** Normal crust, Pizza Sauce, and Mozzarella are pre-selected. Tapping these ingredients will remove them from your pizza.
$16.47
CYO Individual - 8"
Tap ingredients to add to your pizza. *** Normal crust, Pizza Sauce, and Mozzarella are pre-selected. Tapping these ingredients will remove them from your pizza.
$9.96
The Old Spaghetti Factory

The Old Spaghetti Factory

4.5
(8k+)
• Italian • Salads
$0 delivery fee
"The Garlic Mizithra is for SURE my favorite thing on the menu! I don't think I've ever gotten anything other than this, and even before they had this version, I have ALWAYS gotten the mizithra because no one else has it! And I highly suggest getting a side of the 5 oz. Side Creamy Pesto dressing to dip your bread in! Again, very unique to this restaurant! I maybe order from here once a year because it is a bit pricey and far from me, so even with Dashpass, I still have to pay a small delivery fee...BUT...WORTH EVERY PENNY! And don't get me started on the Spumoni...I have selective lactose intolerance for ice cream, and I will gladly suffer to eat it!😆"
"The spaghetti with rich meat sauce was literally 2 tablespoons and the noodles were ovecooked and there was no seasoning on the food. I also paid for two meatballs which were also bland and some of the noodles were hard. Almost 35 dollars for what could be bought at a grocery store for a few dollars. No seasoning was discernible. I had to add garlic salt, Italian seasoning and spaghetti sauce I had at home with parmesan cheese to eat it. I have never had really bad Italian food until now in 10 states. Disgusting, bland and overpriced. In 1 photo, the sauce was supposed to be "rich meat sauce".There was nothing in the sauce I could tell was meat. I added the 2 meatballs to add some sauce stuck to them. I would never order from them again. How is this place in business? The salad was miniscule and no dressing was given when I ordered the vinaigrette. It is unreal."
The Manager's Favorite
Pair two Pasta Classic sauces to create your favorite combination.
$23.69
Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter
Our family’s toothsome recipe since 1969 serves spaghetti drizzled with warm browned butter and topped with shredded, salty Greek Mizithra cheese.
$22.85
Sicilian Garlic Cheese Bread
Toasted cheesy garlic bread served with a side of Marinara sauce.
$10.25
Rich Meat Sauce
Mamma Mia! Our 1969 original from scratch recipe of perfectly ripe tomatoes and ground beef sautéed with freshly chopped onions, celery and garlic, all simmered slowly to perfection with savory Italian herbs and spices. Delizioso!
$22.38
Panini Kabob Grill

Panini Kabob Grill

4.8
(3k+)
• Mediterranean • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"We catered this restaurant for my mom's 70th birthday and we just ordered for delivery from DoorDash. Absolutely best new spot around. Food comes super fresh and absolutely delicious. This is my first written review ever and they deserve it. Even the way they pack the delivery/to go orders is better than any restaurant I have ever ordered from for my family"
"Falafel Ka-Box I got was great, they are always so consistently good, never fails. Great price, always a good serving size. Makes me want to order from here more often lol."
Charbroiled Chicken Shish Kabob
Charbroiled ABF (Antibiotic & Hormone Free) Chicken Tenders with a Skewer of Grilled Vegetables. Served with Your Choice of Two Sides.
$21.88
Family Combo (2)
Charbroiled ABF (Antibiotic & Hormone Free) Chicken Tenders with Grilled Vegetables and Pita Bread. Served with Your Choice of Rice and Spread.
$41.79
Meat Lovers
4 Chicken Skewers Served with Choice of Any Two Sides. Feeds up to 6 people.
$25.64
Chicken Ka-Box
Combination of Garbanzo, Spicy Red Bell Pepper Hummus, and Edamame Hummus. Blended with Chopped Garlic and Olive Oil Mixed with Fresh-Squeezed Lemon Juice.
$19.34
Claro’s Italian Market

Claro’s Italian Market

4.8
(1k+)
• Casual Dining • Italian
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Best Italian Sandwiches you can get around here. Love the Angry Joe. The sandwiches are so large and they are a complete meal."
"Always exceptional quality sandwiches made from the real deal imported Italian meats and cheeses. Our favorites are the Auntie Ree and Spicy Mike but literally the entire menu is superb. The large is big enough to eat half now and half later, although they taste so good you may have trouble stopping! Try it and enjoy!"
Great Grandpa Joe
Regular capocollo, mortadella, dry salame, provolone cheese, lettuce tomato, sliced pepperoncini and oil dressing.
$13.59
Spicy Mike
Regular capocollo, casalingo salame, hot calabrese salame, hot pepper cheese, sliced pepperoncini and spicy oil dressing.
$13.33
Angry Joe
Hot Capacolla, Mortadella, Hot Salami, Pepperjack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Sliced Pepperoncini, & Spicy Oil Dressing
$14.21
Cousin K
Roast beef, ham, turkey, yellow American, lettuce, tomato, dill pickles, mayonnaise and mustard.
$13.81
Lobster Boss

Lobster Boss

4.7
(70+)
• Casual Dining • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
15% off on $25+
"The premium style lobster roll is the best. there's a lot of lobster meat and very good quality. The lobster bisque and clam chowder are bomb. The best place for take out. "
"Just wow! Was looking for something different than the usual, this was it. Amazing lobster bisque! And calamari fries were cooked perfectly with a tasty sauce to dip. Presentation and packaging were a nice touch. Great place!"
Premium Style Lobster Roll
3 oz warm lobster tossed in our signature butter, mayo, Old Bay, and fresh chives.
$25.92
Golden Butter Lobster Roll
Warm lobster in rich golden butter on a toasted roll. Simple, buttery, unforgettable.
$25.58
Lobster Bisque
Rich, velvety lobster bisque made with sweet lobster and cream, finished with tender lobster meat.
$11.15
Lobster and Crab Roll
1.5oz Crab and 1.5oz lobster served with Premium style , Golden butter, or Maine Style.
$22.33
Rustic Italian

Rustic Italian

Italian • American
$0 delivery fee
$5 off on $40+
"Very tasty JAMBALAYA FETUCHUNNI!! Fresh, good portion."
BOLOGNESE SPAGHETTI
Fresh spaghetti pasta tossed in our rich homemade marinara and hearty Bolognese sauce, simmered with tender beef, red wine, and fresh scallions for deep, savory flavor.
$18.88
JAMBALAYA FETUCHUNNI FINI
A bold fusion of Cajun and Italian flavors — fettuccine tossed with blackened chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, bell peppers, ham, and onions in a spicy Creole cream sauce. A hearty, smoky, and satisfying dish with a Southern kick.
$25.99
Penne San Remo
Penne pasta tossed with tender chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, and sweet green peas in a rich white wine cream sauce. A flavorful blend of savory, creamy, and tangy Mediterranean-inspired ingredients.
$22.99
Classic Blackened Shrimp Alfredo
Spicy blackened shrimp served warm over a bed of fettuccine pasta tossed with tender asparagus and rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a perfectly balanced, indulgent dish.
$21.99
Mustache Mike's Italian Ice Shop

Mustache Mike's Italian Ice Shop

Street Food • Food Truck
$0 delivery fee
Mighty Ice
(12oz.) Italian Ice: ALL ITALIAN ICES ARE DAIRY FREE
$7.25
Mighty Miklati
Italian ice & custard swirl.
$8.25
Monster Quart
Dairy free, gluten free.
$12

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