Sometimes, you just want some good, filling, authentic Italian food, and while you could make some spaghetti at home, why not dine out?
According to Yelp reviews, these eight restaurants offer some of the best Italian cuisine in York County.
Tutoni’s: 108 N. George St., York
Yelp rating: 4.1
With over 230 reviews and a 4.1 rating, Tutoni’s in downtown York tops the list of Italian restaurants in York County. Top dishes include braised short rib gnocchi, rigatoni Bolognese and sweet onion ravioli. Reviews specifically mention the ambiance of the restaurant, knowledgeable staff, fresh food and great wine selection.
Owner Toni Calderone was recently named one of York County’s most influential business leaders for 2023 by YDR.
Yelp rating: 4.0
Victor’s Italian Restaurant in York is in a renovated mid-19th century church. The restaurant has nearly 150 reviews and a 4.0 rating. Top dishes include beet salad, linguini and chicken piccata.
Reviews specifically mention the location, calling it the “perfect diamond in the rough” and others say the food is authentic, delicious and “perfect for leftovers.”
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Yelp rating: 4.5
If you are in Dover and craving Italian food, the Moonlight Cafe’ is the place to go. With 150 reviews, the restaurant boasts a 4.5 rating. Top dishes include cream of crab, Parmigiana and the meatballs.
Reviewers specifically mention the small size of the restaurant, which they say makes it cozy, but hard to get a table for dinner. Reservations are recommended and reviews say the food is “worth the wait.” Portion sizes are large, reviews say, and the food is “exceptional.”
Touch of Italy: 80 W. Market St., Suite 1, Hallam
Yelp rating: 4.3
Touch of Italy only has around 20 reviews, and it’s a small location, but it has a 4.3 rating on Yelp and people really like the “authentic” Italian food here. The pizza, soups and Stromboli are some of the most mentioned menu items.
Reviews say the food is “consistently good” and that the restaurant is clean and spacious. Many people mention the “welcoming” atmosphere and friendly service.
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Mezzogiorno: 34 W. Philadelphia St., York
Yelp rating: 4.4
With 65 reviews and a 4.4 rating, Mezzogiorno is a popular York Italian breakfast and brunch stand in Central Market. Popular dishes include chipped beef casserole, French toast and corned beef hash.
While they may be a market stand, reviews call the service fast and friendly, and others say this is their go to spot for breakfast on market days because the food is “outstanding.”
Yelp rating: 4.7
Caputo Brothers Creamery has produced handcrafted, authentic Italian cheeses since 2011. While this is what they are known for, they also serve food and ice cream, which reviews call “wonderful.” As for the cheese, reviewers consistently say that you haven’t had “real cheese” until you’ve had Caputo’s cheese.
Yelp Rating: 4.3
With nearly 60 reviews and a 4.3 rating, Buon’s is popular for its Italian wedding soup, Nutella breads, cannoli and lasagna. Reviewers say the food is fresh-made, portion sizes are “generous” and the prices are fair for what you get. Others say the service is fast and friendly and the ambiance is “like being in Italy.”
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Yelp rating: 4.5
Many reviews for Vincenzo’s mention the cheesesteak sub white pizza, calzone and Chicken Alfredo. With 45 reviews and a 4.5 rating, this Italian joint in York is a popular stop for people who want a thin crust pizza with “cheese that tastes like cheese.”
Reviewers say that the service is great and the food is even better.