Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Indiana

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Updated July 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Indiana? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Osteria Amici

4.9

4.9 (400)

$30 and under

Italian

Elkhart

About the restaurant

Now Open!
We are here to welcome you to a gathering of food and friends at Amici. As part of Navarre Hospitality and partnered with Paul Cataldo of Antonio's Ristorante, we are driven to provide excellent food, quality, and service, making you want to come back for more.

Top review

Danielle

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing every time! Love this place and will be back

Blacksheep Pizza & Cocktails

4.8

4.8 (167)

$31 to $50

Italian

Columbus

About the restaurant

A home to craft pizza and cocktails that offer both the familiar and the unexpected, just like the lovable Blacksheep in our families.

At the heart of Blacksheep burns a large wood-fired, 800-degree oven - the magical flavor of this oven is so compelling that Blacksheep’s kitchen has no fryer, no stove, and you won’t find a pot of boiling water anywhere.

Whether you order our classic Neapolitan pizza, perfectly freckled and bubbled in the heat OR, our cast-iron, oven-seared steak with truffle and ricotta potatoes - the team is ready to pair it with a cold beer, a glass from our sommelier-selected Italian wine list, and a cocktail refined or rustic.

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TomGold

Dined 6 days ago

The food was delicious and the waiter was very polite and very friendly and very helpful.

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Popular dish

Meatballs

Osteria Rago

4.8

4.8 (304)

$30 and under

Italian

Bloomington

About the restaurant

Bloomington's most authentic Italian cuisine. Open lunch and dinner 5 days a week Tuesday - Saturday 11am-9pm. Owned by Nick's English Hut Inc. Reservations are highly encouraged. Walk-in availability is not always guaranteed.

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Ken

Dined 5 days ago

I have never been here before and I was very impressed. The staff the food and service were amazing. We loved the food and wine selections. My wife is gluten free and had a wonderful piccata dish served over some of the best polenta with fresh salmon. I tried the chef special risotto with sweet corn and mushrooms and it did not disappoint. The peach carmel gelato was the perfect dessert. I will definitely be back.

Bar Bosco

4.8

4.8 (146)

$31 to $50

Italian

Terre Haute

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bar Bosco!

Bar Bosco is an old-school neighborhood bar and trattoria serving straight forward authentic Italian food in a welcoming and stylish atmosphere.
The pasta, bread and gelato are all made in-house.

21 and over, 18 and older with parent or guardian.

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Tom

Dined on Jun 27, 2026

This dining experience hits all the right notes for service, atmosphere, and delicious food! It’s clear that serious attention and study has been given to high standards for service, menu, and food preparation.

Villa Macri Ristorante

4.6

4.6 (569)

$30 and under

Italian

Granger

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Toscana Park, just north of SR 23 and Main Street, Villa Macri is the place for traditional Italian fare in the Michiana area. The extensive menu includes appetizers, steaks, seafood, pasta, and the best gelato outside of Italy.

Villa Macri is also home to Macri’s Deli, serving their famous sandwiches for over 40 years. With the largest Martini Bar in the area and inexpensive wine pricing on their Wine Spectator Award winning wine list, Villa Macri is also the place for spirits. Choose to dine upscale or casual in one of the many dining room options: Outdoor Patio, Garden Room, Round Room, Martini Bar, or Sports Theater Room. And don’t forget our Wine Cellar, Chef’s Room, and Villa Room for your next banquet or private party.

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Leisa

Dined on Jun 29, 2026

Delicious gluten free grilled chicken parm and penne pasta.

Carmela's at Macri's

4.8

4.8 (1346)

$30 and under

Italian

South Bend

About the restaurant

Our authentic Italian restaurant is full of Italian classics inspired by Carmela herself. Enjoy rich Italian favorites like homemade lasagna, chicken marsala and lake perch. Relax over a hearty meal of spaghetti and arancini or enjoy chicken parmigiana, one of our old world selections. Located right next door to our very own Macri's Italian Bakery, save room for an exquisite dessert selection! Open since 1978 and ran by the same family for 45 years. Join us at our one and only location Downtown South Bend, for the best authentic Italian!

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ChrissyGold

Dined on Jun 23, 2026

Excellent service and great food. The Perch was amazing!

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4.7

4.7 (2964)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Bend

About the restaurant

Specializing in modern Italian cuisine, sustainably sourced seafood, and house-made pasta. Cafe Navarre is celebrating its 14th year in historic downtown South Bend. Located in a former bank building in the heart of our city with the fusion of old world architecture, natural light, and contemporary furnishings. Join us for lunch & dinner, enjoy a cocktail in our bar, or on our outdoor patio. As a locally owned establishment, we strive for excellence in producing and serving the finest cuisine. We are excited to provide you with top-shelf service, world-class recipes, as well as local & fresh ingredients. Every part of your experience at Cafe Navarre is important to us, right down to the last detail

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Tim

Dined 2 days ago

Celebrating our 46th anniversary and it was amazing. The staff was top notch as always. Food was fantastic. See you next year.

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Popular dish

wild mushroom soup

Popular dish

tagliatelle alla bolognese

Popular dish

meatballs

Paretta’s Italian Ristorante

4.6

4.6 (132)

$30 and under

Italian

Delphi

About the restaurant

Steps away from the historic Delphi Opera House, Paretta’s Italian Ristorante is an Italian scratch kitchen serving fresh pasta, slow-simmered sauces, and decadent desserts—all made from scratch, in-house, every day. Our team is passionate about honoring tradition while creating memorable dining experiences. Guests love our famous homemade meatballs, fresh pasta dishes, and rotating chef-inspired features. Our warm, inviting space includes a private downstairs lounge perfect for special gatherings and intimate events. At Paretta’s, we believe in creating memories through compassionate hospitality and the magic of homemade Italian food.

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MikeGold

Dined on Jun 27, 2026

The Srevice and food was tops in Italian cuisine. I would recommend Paretta’s as the go to place for Italian in central Indiana

Lennie's

4.7

4.7 (525)

$30 and under

Italian

Bloomington

About the restaurant

At Lennie's, you'll likely find IU professors enjoying pints after class, groups catching a bite after an IU Auditorium performance, or couples enjoying a first date. Lennie's friendly, cozy environment, and great food attract a diverse crowd. Lennie's supports local farmers and believes in sustainably sourced ingredients. We're also proud to serve Bloomington Brewing Company's unfiltered, artisan ales, fresh from the source.

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Linda

Dined on Jun 23, 2026

Lennie’s is consistently a great place to dine - excellent service and delicious food!!

Papa Vino's - Mishawaka Italian Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (677)

$30 and under

Italian

Mishawaka

About the restaurant

Good Italian food and impeccable service are in our DNA. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful wine list or feeding a party of 75, we’re here to make sure you get the very best of everything we have to offer.

Top review

RickGold

Dined on Jun 29, 2026

Whenever you dine out, the service you receive is about as important as the food. Our server Mark was outstanding and made our meal even more enjoyable.

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