Italian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Thunder Bay

18 restaurant menus in Thunder Bay, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Prime Gelato
Prime Gelato
91/100 (1048 ratings)
Dessert
Healthy
Vegan Options
Street Food
Canadian
Street Food
Healthy
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Canadian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Ice Cream
Gelato
Cheesecake
Sit down
Healthy
Street Food
Canadian
Italian
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"They have vegan / dairy free options!! Didn’t love the pumpkin one but the dark chocolate truffle was so good and so was the raspberry..."
Jolene Stahn
"This was our first time trying Prime gelato ice-creams. We had Coconut Lime which was dairy free and vegan. As fresh the name sounds, it tasted as..."
Ruchi Shah
"This is the only place I’ve ever tried gelato. So. As of right now this is the best gelato in the world! They have a bunch of delicious flavors..."
Mark White
"A great little gelateria like this is long overdue in a town with such a vibrant italian community! At Prime Gelato they used many locally sourced..."
Joel McDonald
"I am a huge fan of coffee ice cream and this did not disappoint. My friends also tried the mango flavour and it was so fresh. None of them were too..."
Mahjabeen Alam
"Terrific gelato! Nice place, clean, great service, well priced. Portions seem small but actually gelato is very dense and rich. So good! Be sure to..."
Alim Manji
"Friendly staff and lots of different options for gelato. I tried few different flavours for the week I was there and blueberry cheesecake and Nutella..."
nass sajj
"Absolutely my fav place in town. Loved the pineapple coconut vegan sorbet. Very unique establishment, with high quality ice..."
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La Casa Nostra Ristorante
La Casa Nostra Ristorante
90/100 (187 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Meatballs
Lasagne
Pesto
Panzerotti
Pasta
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Nick, the owner, was really nice. I managed to go in on a night where it wasn't busy, so I got a more personal experience. He played an Eagles song..."
Photonyxx (Photonyxx)
"It is a very good restaurant I ever experienced. Food is not the only thing that is going to attract you, it is a very nice and different restaurant..."
nithin marattil
"My fiance's work had their staff party here. Was great! Wine and food was delish, to top it off we got entertained by the chef and his guitar!..."
Leeann Williams
"We went there for a Christmas staff party, and the food, service, and drinks were excellent. Vegetarian pizza was probably the best I've ever eatten!..."
Cory Koski (CokoBWare)
"If you love home made italian food, this is the place to go! Delicious food, generous portions, comfortable, pleasing surroundings, great service,..."
Corbet Arnott
"Very standard American style Italian cuisine. The food was good, but nothing spectacular. However, the staff were amazing. Super friendly and made..."
Alyssa Franks
"This is a wonderful cozy Italian restaurant! The food was excellent,(I wish they had Alfredo though) and the staff are very eager to please. The..."
Andrew Trush
"What a great night and a wonderful meal. We read some reviews at other places and decided to take a chance here. I am normally not a huge fan of..."
Erica Morton
Giorg Cucina E Barra
Giorg Cucina E Barra
89/100 (811 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Canadian
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Bolognese
Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Shrimp
Sit down
Canadian
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Dinner
Fine Dining
Donato's Bakery
Donato's Bakery
88/100 (378 ratings)
Bakeries
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Pasta
Fast food
Italian
Pizza
Wheelchair Accessible
Cheap Eats
Caesar's Place
Caesar's Place
87/100 (855 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
"A small restaurant delivering big Panzerottis and more. Man it was big, loaded and surprisingly delicious. Served and made fresh!! I must have gained..."
Mohit Atwal
"We stopped by for dinner on a whim, and it was one of the decisions we made on our roadtrip. The owner, Rob, was super welcoming, and the food was..."
Al
"Been coming here for years, always get the same thing. Large panzarotti. Still as good as I remembered. One of those little local places that..."
Mathias Hintikka
"This place has been around forever and the food has always tasted the same! The panzarotts are huge and..."
Michael Fazio
"I have had trouble ordering the last few times but this time an employee saw me in the parking lot, came out, took my cell number, gave me a few..."
Craig Rawlins
"This place is totally a classic. Best panzerotti in town, lots of options for fillings. Even the medium is a full meal. Not a lot of sit down space..."
Somniatus Industries
"A small Italian restaurant, you can eat in or take out. Best pizza and for sure BEST PANZEROTTI'S they are big and not too much dough but with enough..."
Corbet Arnott
"The cashier was friendly (the lady with glasses and bright long hair)! She explained to us the menu one by one, and the pizza was unique! Never..."
Dina Benson
Robins On Hwy 61
Robins On Hwy 61
84/100 (414 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Cafe
Italian
Canadian
American
Italian
Cafe
Canadian
Fast food
Italian
American
Canadian
Café
Cheap Eats
"As a senior who is retired, I stop here usually three or four times a week because the people are so friendly and accommodating. I Much prefer the..."
Rick G M Frankavitz
"Good coffee, carrot muffin was amazing. FRIENDLY STAFF. Good prices Next time going to have one of their amazing looking lunch..."
Janet Blake
"Great place to stop, they've coffee, Coney burgers, poutine, carrot cake, old fashioned plain donuts. What else do you need? Robins and Hodder Greeks..."
Alexander Milton
"robins is much worse then tims, no doubt, but it was fast, and the people there where very nice to me and my dad when we went, so here is a 4..."
Dan Axton
"Excellent place to have coffee and treats. So amazing place to be and very quiet. Coffee is tasty..."
Steve JACKO
"Stopped in for a Grab N Go sandwich today! Delicious and..."
Alyssa R
"we stopped here a few times while staying up the road and always found the staff friendly and fast. The coffee is very good as..."
Archie Ives
"Old school, hard to find now (but still great) Robin's Donuts. Has a drive-thru. Inside seating and bathrooms. Attached to a Hodder Greeks for a..."
Joey Catanzaro
"Always a pleasant friendly environment! The owner and all of the staff are just wonderful! Coffee is always..."
Stephanie Nicole
"the customer service was amazing the food was so..."
Edison R
"Home made ceaser dressing in my wrap and friendly..."
Ryley Kirkpatrick
"The Best Robin's in Thunder Bay. Fast, friendly service from a group of ladies that go that extra mile to make your day start off..."
roadkinglobo
"Great Coffee. Subs are good too! Nice new menu and ICE..."
Kris Stajkowski
"Very tasty food. And very friendly..."
Joshua Oleksuk
"Very good place .staff very friendly and if u r a regular like us they know what you take without asking ..."
Darcy Kramer
Nook
Nook
84/100 (916 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Meatballs
Prosciutto
Crostini
Pesto
Antipasti
Crostino
Pasta
Sit down
Italian
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"I got the meatballs and focaccia for ~$17 and it was okay— it came with 4 meatballs and 3 pieces of focaccia. Flavour of the sauce was okay— a..."
Kaylee Huynh
"My family and I came in from Toronto today and realized that the place we are staying is only a few minute walk from Nook. Upon arrival we were..."
Ashya MacNeill
"Went for dinner as a group of four, twice in three days. Their pasta is good but OH MY GAWD, THEIR GNOCCHI IS TOTALLY AWESOME. I've honestly never..."
Regina Lee
Mama Alfa's Pizzeria
Mama Alfa's Pizzeria
83/100 (925 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Canadian
Pizza
Italian
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Meatballs
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Canadian
Pizza
Italian
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great cosy restaurant. Food (pizzas and pasta dish - my friend ordered i don't remember the name :) -) were very tasty and they sure were not cheap..."
modeladel
"Amazing spot! Warm and friendly service and spectacular food! One of those favourite local spots that you just can't stay away from!..."
SW
"Tanya and the staff are amazing. I highly recommend them. Great fresh pasta and..."
Rocky Rizzo
"I really enjoy the pizza here, it’s a true Italian pizzeria. Want to try some other dishes. It’s literally the farthest pizza joint from us..."
Dylan Rybak
"Ordered the lasagna with garlic cheese bread & strawberry cheesecake cupcakes, all of it was delicious and the staff was very friendly..."
Koko
Bar Italia
Bar Italia
82/100 (1116 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Meatballs
Lasagne
Pesto
Panzerotti
Pasta
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"A Thunder Bay Original!! . food quality good, prices very good. An Italian friend said its all 'munchacakes here" ( non Italians) but I saw many..."
Jay Heathcliff Fanshawe
"Love the food, service, and atmosphere (especially the patio). Feels like you are in Italy! Italy 🇮🇹 All menu items delicious and reasonably..."
Ruth Bushby
"Excellent food friendly service good bang for your buck. Will definitely be..."
Mike O'Leary
"Ordered a take out dinner for 3, everything tasted incredible , the dinner was family style, portion size was more like dinner for 5 people,..."
Dave Tallari
"Never disappointed with Bar Italia. The food is amazing, great service and the outdoor patio is the best in..."
Danielle Hovey
"If you want the best authentic Italian food in Thunder Bay, look no further. Staff make you feel like family and are always attentive. I'd happily..."
Zach Dokuchic
"My wife and I got a table recently and had a wonderful meal and great service. The tiramisu dessert was..."
Garth Grunerud
Topper's Pizza
Topper's Pizza
81/100 (123 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
"Very good pizza, nice monitor display of your order status in the store so you can see how long it will be until your order is ready. Friendly and..."
The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada
"Been waiting a few years for Toppers to come to Thunder Bay this pizza is the Best! Try the 10 Topper or bring home a bottle of Famous House Dip to..."
Lukey Pell
"Their 3107171 number will not work for Bell mobility customers in Thunder Bay. But walk ins are served fast. Good pizza. Owners are solid and..."
David T. James
"Some of the best pizza and cheapest in Thunder Bay. Only wish they delivered to the north side of town. The only way they deliver to the north side..."
Nick O'Brien
"Very good pizza. I always get light cheese and the staff always gets it perfect. 10/10 would..."
olivier deschenes
"Pizza was good, made quickly. Prices were a little higher than expected but not overly..."
Skyler Travels
"Great pizza quick service, fair prices for the sizes offered! Will come back..."
Elena Elizabeth
"Just finished a drive across canada now and id say this is one of the top 3 places to get good pizza..."
Nikita VanVessem
"Great food and awesome staff here! Will definitely be ordering from here..."
Max Favela
"Such amazing pizza for a great price! Love the sauce..."
Kaylyn
"While the pizza is super good, any size past large becomes a swimming pool of..."
Jason Bannon
"Please be kind any businesses opening with high volume sales are going to have a hiccup here and there ! They are trying to do the best they can..."
Jays Jones
"Pizza was awesome! They even had Gluten..."
Tanya Daigle
"Better experience than our first one! The salsa base is..."
briel douthwright
"Well I was feeling home sick now toppers is now here feel lIke more like home now thanks for opening up shop..."
Edward Panamick
Lot 66 Restaurant And Wine Bar
Lot 66 Restaurant And Wine Bar
77/100 (1242 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Wine Bar
Canadian
Wine Bar
American
American
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
After-hours
Crostino
Lobster
Crab Cake
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Escargot
Bolognese
Duck
Crostini
Oyster
Cakes
Calamari
Risotto
Lamb
Mussels
Pesto
Tuna
Shrimp
Fish
Calamares
Beef
Pork
Salmon
Sit down
Wine Bar
American
Canadian
Parking Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Television
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
The Pasta Shoppe
The Pasta Shoppe
77/100 (89 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Pesto
Noodle
Fast food
Italian
Delivery
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"The food here is made fresh, and absolutely unbelievably good. Not only is it easily some of the best pasta I've ever eaten, the people who run this..."
Cadie-Lynn Palovuori
"I love their fresh pasta (especially the pasta made with beets) and the vegan mac ‘n cheese is definitely my favourite! You have to watch for when..."
Cynthia Nault
"Really great pasta. I got the tuscan chicken pasta and it is a must try. Very good prices, great choices and will definitely go back. Great customer..."
All_about_ food
"Pasta is fresh made along with homemade sauces dine in or takeout, I do recommend calling ahead with your order, this is not a fast food..."
Kelly Stardust Technologies
"The homemade pasta is 10 out of 10. Owners friendly and community..."
Lori Paras
Da Vinci Centre
Da Vinci Centre
76/100 (315 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Salad
Sit down
Italian
Seating
Breakfast
Lunch
"I attended a AGM here recently. Great to be back to in person again. Its been way too long. We hesrd a live band playing outside as we were leaving...."
Tracey MacKinnon
"Our class did have party here twice. We were lucky that there a band playing that night with many lovely and attractive songs. There were a four line..."
anh khoa phan
"My kids brought me to enjoy a Mother's Day Brunch . They had just about everything, it was a really good spread & was delicious..."
Victoria Marie
"Food was good. Service was great! Lots of..."
Jody Theriault
"The food!!!! My goodness. I have never had such delicious food in town. From small appetizers to larger meals, you can taste the quality and care..."
Elaine Wilson
Angelo's Pizza And Sub
Angelo's Pizza And Sub
74/100 (243 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Canadian
Pizza
Italian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Canadian
Pizza
Italian
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Pizza Hut Thunder Bay
Pizza Hut Thunder Bay
70/100 (397 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Canadian
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Delivery
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Eat Pizza Hut Pizza Ive had in a very long time. We ordered over the phone during travel. The order was fresh, they applied their daily deal although..."
Taz Lakhani
"Great food, good service, nice environment. The boneless wings are amazing would..."
Tim Hughes
"Good Greek pizza. Tastes good even after a month left in car..."
Faras Mohan Dewal
"Great staff and fresh pizza. Taste so much better in person than delivery because they come in deep dish pan that makes the doe much more..."
Dinh Nguyen
"I used the takeout option rather than the restaurant which also was open. Directions for Covid were clear and made me feel safe. One door in and..."
P. HAll
Fatty's Pizza
Fatty's Pizza
70/100 (455 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Fast food
Pizza
Italian
Mid-range
"Was great pizza but took over an hour to deliver. Definitely recommend picking it up yourself. Update: went to pick up pizza tonight. The guy was..."
Daniel S
"These guys are awesome! Open till 3.30 in the morning! Great pizza. Didn't get the pineapples I paid 1.50 for though, sad about..."
Tahmidul Islam
"I gave 4 stars because the pizza presentation was great and it tasted pretty good as well. My only issue was that some of the toppings were a little..."
Chicka Lokita
"I ordered a perogi and a philly cheese steak pizza, smalls just to try. Super friendly staff and driver,they told me when pizzas would be here, and..."
Sean Leveille
"Reviews misleading... looks great... faster than promised (only place open)... polite delivery (called upon arrival)... everything accounted for and..."
Crogan Tun
"Got 2 pizzas last weekend! Couldn't believe the quality of the ingredients, Delivery came exactly when they said it would. The cheese though! Not..."
Jonathan Price
Eat Local At Papa Piccolino's
Eat Local At Papa Piccolino's
70/100 (6 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Cheap Eats
"I ordered the any size pairs deal to an address on McPherson (which is little bit far from the pizza place) and I'm very satisfied with your guy's..."
levi bell
"Their extra-large unlimited special is fantastic. Obvious improvement with change of ownership in the last 3..."
Graigori Something or Other
"Best pizza in..."
Bob Corrow