From century-old family recipes in Wilmington's Little Italy to rustic trattorias and neighborhood pizza joints — discover the best locally owned Italian restaurants across Delaware.
Delaware’s Italian restaurant scene runs deep — from old-school red sauce institutions that have been feeding Wilmington families for generations to modern wood-fired pizzerias and upscale contemporary Italian concepts that have earned regional recognition. Every restaurant on this list is independently owned, which means the pasta is more likely to be made in-house, the recipes are more likely to be family recipes, and the owner is more likely to be the one refilling your wine. Whether you’re looking for a special occasion dinner or a neighborhood slice, these are the Italian spots Delaware locals come back to again and again.
