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Best Italian Restaurants Nearby in Irvine

Tuscany Espresso And Coffee

Tuscany Espresso And Coffee

Italian • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 10.6 mi • 44 min
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
"The Caramel Frappe is so good! It's my go to every time!"
"None of the items look like the images they displayed non of the grill cheeses order were cooked its was just bread with was cheese slices. The chicken panini wasn't even a panini it was literally a torta with grill marks. I will not order again."
Chicken Chipotle Alfredo
A rich, elevated twist on a classic—tender grilled chicken over pasta, tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce with butter, garlic, and parmesan. Finished with grilled onions, sautéed bell peppers, and a subtle hint of chipotle sauce for a smoky kick that brings everything together. Creamy, savory, and perfectly balanced.
$15.95
Tomato Basil Soup
A velvety, slow-simmered blend of sun-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil — rich, comforting, and crafted with the warmth of a Tuscan kitchen. The perfect companion to any panini or a satisfying bowl on its own.
$8.56
Grilled Cheese Mini Meal
A quick and easy favorite—warm, buttery grilled cheese with perfectly melted cheese, served with a refreshing juice box and a sweet pack of classic animal cookies. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for a fast bite.
$5.2
Cinnamon Roll
Soft, warm, and irresistibly sweet—this classic cinnamon roll is layered with rich cinnamon sugar and finished with a smooth, creamy glaze. Freshly baked flavor in every comforting bite.
$8.94
NORMS

NORMS

4.3
(4k+)
• Breakfast • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 42 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I just ordered the Bowl of Gumbo on DoorDash and it was 🔥🍲! The gumbo was packed with flavor and had just the right amount of 🔥 to give it a little kick. The portion size was 💪 and the ingredients tasted super fresh. Ordering on DoorDash was a breeze and my food arrived 🚀 and still piping hot. The packaging was secure and the presentation was 👌. Overall, I highly recommend the Bowl of Gumbo 🍛 to anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying meal. The quality of the food and the excellent service make it clear that this restaurant truly cares about providing a top-notch experience for its customers. I can't wait to order from them again! 🤤"
"🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I recently ordered the LumberJack Breakfast from Norms Restaurant through DoorDash, and it was absolutely amazing! 🍳🥓🥞 The pancakes were fluffy and delicious, the eggs were cooked to perfection, and the bacon was crispy and savory. 🤤👌 The portion size was generous, and everything arrived hot and fresh. 🙌🔥 I highly recommend this breakfast to anyone looking for a hearty and satisfying meal to start their day! 🌅👍 Thank you, Norms Restaurant and DoorDash, for making my morning extra special. 😊👏"
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.
$14.94
LUMBERJACK BREAKFAST
3 Eggs, 3 strips of Bacon, 3 Link Sausages, golden Hash Browns, and 3 Buttermilk Hotcakes.
$19.85
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.
$17.35
SO CAL BREAKFAST
2 Eggs any style, 2 Buttermilk Hotcakes or Toast, Hash Browns. Choice of 2 Bacon Strips or 2 Sausage Links
$14.55
Lee's Sandwiches

Lee's Sandwiches

4.6
(4k+)
• Vietnamese • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 12.7 mi • 47 min
Farther away (+$4.99 fee)
Wallet-Friendly
"#02 SW Pork Roll was good on flavor but too skimpy on meat. Chicken Egg Rolls [5]were good but they need to upgrade their sweet and sour sauce."
"Honestly for the price of the macaroons I thought they would be fresh not prepackaged with the price left on them showing that I was paying $2 more than what they would normally charge for 3 little macaroons. :/"
#05 SW Grilled Pork
Lee's Coffee Original Large Every cup is served with a specific amount of concentrate coffee. When ordering with no ice/less ice, the concentrate serving amount remains the same for best taste.
$8.51
#06 SW B.B.Q. Pork
Lee's Coffee Original 16oz Every cup is served with a specific amount of concentrate coffee. When ordering with no ice/less ice, the concentrate serving amount remains the same for best taste.
$8.11
Lee's Coffee Original (L)
Pork and Shrimp Egg Rolls 5 Pieces
$6.54
#01 SW Combination
Large Baguette
$8.35
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.5
(400+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 31 min
"My new favorite drink! I highly recommend it!"
"Portion was half the shirt cup... I order this all the time this was silly. It usually falls a little short but this looked like someone drank half of it. May I get a credit?"
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.
$9.82
Iced Caramel Macchiato
We combine our rich, full-bodied espresso with vanilla-flavored syrup, milk and ice, then top it off with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish.
$8.28
Caramel Macchiato
Freshly steamed milk with vanilla-flavored syrup marked with espresso and topped with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish.
$8.47
Double-Smoked Bacon, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
Start your day with 21g of protein. This premium sandwich has bacon smoked for six hours over hickory wood chips, stacked with a cage-free fried egg, topped with a melted slice of sharp Cheddar cheese - all on our signature croissant bun.
$7.82
Main Street Pizza & Cafe

Main Street Pizza & Cafe

4.5
(1k+)
• Pickup • Pizza
$0 delivery fee
"Both the Artichoke Feta pizza and the Jumbo Cheese Ravioli with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce were the best things ive ever ordered from DoorDash hands down. I was so pleasantly surprised. Soooo flippin delicious!!!"
"Worst XL Cheese Pizza (18") I've ever had. Thin, hard, oily. Spaghetti or Penne with Meatballs tastes like microwave. Nope never again"
Pepperoni or Sausage
Mozzarella and ricotta cheese with choice of pepperoni or sausage.
$12.33
Breakfast Burritos
Choice of bacon, sausage, chorizo or ham with egg, roasted potato, and cheese, comes with homemade salsa.
$12.75
Meat Lovers
Pepperoni, sausage, ham, salami, ground beef, and bacon.
$20.14
Stromboli
Mozzarella and Ricotta cheese with ham, pepperoni, Italian sausage and salami.
$13.18
Italia Moderna

Italia Moderna

Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
Creamy Chicken Alfredo
Grilled chicken, broccoli, mushrooms, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, Parmesan, garlic bread
$21.59
Surf & Turf T-Bone
Served with mashed potatoes, broccoli, grilled onions, mushrooms on t-bone
$29.99
Classic Bolognese Pasta
Marinara sauce, meatballs, spaghetti, garlic bread
$23.81
Pub-Style Fish & Chips
Fried white cod, seasoned fries, tartar sauce, vinegar
$21.36
PASTA VIVA

PASTA VIVA

4.6
(100+)
• Italian • Fine Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Portion may not be of a good size but this meal came packed with fresh flavors! Will have again Great food"
"I am very disappointed with my first experience here. I paid $18 just for them to provide me with the wrong sandwich. I do not like tomato and could not return as my lunch break was over. So I had to just eat mozzarella and arugula on focaccia bread for lunch. I tried to call the store and nobody answered. If I am paying nearly $20 for a sandwich with no side I expect to get the correct order."
Cheese Wheel Pasta (Build-Your-Own) Bowl
House-made fettuccine tossed in our silky Alfredo and flame-finished inside a 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano wheel imported from Italy. The result is a rich, velvety sauce that coats every strand with deep, nutty flavor. Customize with premium proteins and toppings to make it your own.
$22.69
Basil Babe (Pesto+Chicken) Pasta
Fresh house-made fettuccine tossed inside our aged Parmigiano Reggiano wheel, layered with vibrant basil pesto, roasted chicken, and finished with Parmesan. Bright herbs, creamy texture, and bold Italian flavor in every bite. Fresh. Clean. Addictive.
$26.19
The Gladiator (Bolognese +Meatballs) Pasta
Fresh house-made fettuccine tossed in our Parmigiano Reggiano cheese wheel, layered with slow-simmered Bolognese, Italian sausage, and tender all-beef meatballs. Deeply savory, boldly Italian, and built for serious appetites. Rich. Powerful. Unforgettable.
$26.46
Blizzard (Alfredo+Roasted Garlic+Parmesan)
Freshly made fettuccine tossed in a rich, velvety Alfredo infused with slow-roasted garlic and 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano, finished with fresh herbs. Creamy. Bold. Unstoppable.
$23.42
Taste of Italy Pasta & Pizza

Taste of Italy Pasta & Pizza

4.1
(10+)
• Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$4.99 fee)
Fettuccine Alfredo
Classic favorite featuring fettuccine tossed with our creamy homemade alfredo sauce.
$27.3
Lasagna
Towering layers of meat sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan.
$22.44
Garlic Bread
Topped with garlic and olive oil. Served with marinara sauce.
$10.99
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded fried breast of chicken baked with meat sauce and mozzarella cheese. Served with spaghetti with marinara sauce.
$22.99
PastaPhony

PastaPhony

4.6
(100+)
• Italian • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"I LOVE PastaPhony so much. I've been getting it every week and I love it. It is so good. Very nice portions, very yummy creamy pasta sauces, perfect pasta texture, chewy breadsticks. I love everything about this place. I will continue to eat here love it so much "
"Pasta was decent, but no better than if I'd made it myself. The meatballs tasted like they came from a frozen package and the breaded chicken was slightly burnt. Certainly convenient, but not worth the price of 3-4x what it would cost buying basic pasta ingredients from the store."
Build Your Own Pasta
HUGE PORTIONS! Choice of sauces: Alfredo, Arrabbiata, Butter, Cheese, Pesto, Pink Sauce, Red Sauce, Truffle Cream. Pair with Cheese Tortellini, Fettuccine, Penne, Spaghetti, or Spinach Cheese Ravioli.
$22.9
Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo
House cream sauce, garlic, fettuccine, chicken, parsley
$24.1
Spaghetti Chicken Parmesan
Spaghetti, breaded chicken breast, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan
$24.57
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne, Arrabbiata sauce, Parmesan, crushed peppers
$23.32
Trattoria Twists

Trattoria Twists

4.4
(50+)
• Italian • American
$0 delivery fee
$5 off on $15+
"Yummy perfect pasta was creamy and perfect noodles not oiley like some restraunts. I like this one. Delish. The Chicken Noodle Soup was perfect for my sinuses. Flavorful and it came very well packaged and hot. Thank you for everything!! "
"Ordered the Royal Turkey Pesto Sandwich. For the price I think the portion wasn't that great. Very skimpy on the toppings. The pasta here is a much better value. "
Fettuccine Alfredo Delight
Treat yourself to our freshly cooked fettuccine pasta, topped with a silky alfredo sauce and personalized with your desired selection of toppings.
$18.26
Signature Spaghetti & Meatballs
Relish a delicious serving of freshly-made spaghetti and homemade ground beef meatballs, adorned with a flavorful rossa (red) sauce, accented with red pepper flakes, and dusted with parmesan cheese.
$17.25
Design Your Own Ravioli
Relish in scrumptious fresh ravioli paired with an assortment of your preferred sauces and toppings.
$18.36
Pesto Rigatoni Party
Tantalizing tubes of rigatoni, lovingly coated in a vibrant emerald-hued pesto sauce.
$18.76
Stonefire Grill

Stonefire Grill

4.5
(5k+)
• Barbecue • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"Chicken and tri tip for 2 was great, both meat juicy and tender and chicken had a nice charred flavor. There were plenty for 2 and some leftover for snack. Carrot cake was amazing, never had one before but now I'll order it every time."
"Overall good. They seem to skimp on the BBQ chicken on the salad every time I order versus dine in. But the taste of the chicken STONEFIRE'S BBQ Chopped salad is delicious. The Garlic Mashed Potatoes are always a winner. And the Our Incredible Carrot Cake is the best in OC. "
Stonefire's BBQ Chopped Salad
choice of quinoa, mesquite BBQ chicken breast or tri tip with mixed greens, black beans, roasted corn, carrots, red cabbage, cilantro, Jack cheese, tortilla strips, tomato, scallions, buttermilk ranch.
$20.57
Pesto Pasta
rigatoni noodles with a creamy pesto sauce made with olive oil, garlic, parmesan cheese, pine nuts and basil.
$21.09
PERSONAL OUR INCREDIBLE CARROT CAKE
feed a family of four with your choice of whole chicken or 1/2 tri tip, 12” two-topping pizza or shareable pasta, shareable salad (garden or caesar) and 8 freshly baked breadsticks.
$6.92
Stimulus Package
romaine, croutons, parmesan cheese, creamy caesar dressing.
$52.71
Monaco's Italian Kitchen - 2000 Main St #300

Monaco's Italian Kitchen - 2000 Main St #300

4.1
(70+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
"WOW.. First Time trying this place, it was AWESOME, had the Diavola Panuozzo (an Italian sandwich) was SO good. "
"Bland,taste like watered down sauce, needed seasoning on the meat, overprieced.Reminded me of cafeteria food and I could have gotten a stouffers lasagna with more flavor for 5 dollars. Not trying to be a jerk...juts an observation. I regret buying both of these dishes!!! Meatball Eggplant Parmesan"
Margherita Pizza
san marzano dop tomatoes, bufala mozzarella, basil
$18.79
Wild Mushroom Risotto
sauteed blend of wild mushrooms, grana padano, crunchy garlic, breadcrumbs, chives
$33.11
Canestri All'Amatricana
guanciale, spicy pomodoro sauce, pecorino romano
$24.2
Cacio e Pepe
pecorino romano, grana padano, fresh cracked pepper
$25.8
Rotoli Stromboli

Rotoli Stromboli

4.3
(20+)
• Italian • American
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
Classic Pepperoni Stromboli
Layers of melty mozzarella and crispy pepperoni rolled inside fresh-baked dough, brushed with butter and served with warm marinara for dipping. Choose dip: ranch, marinara, or pesto.
$23.15
Meat Lover's Stromboli
A bold mix of pepperoni, Italian sausage, and bacon piled high with melted mozzarella, baked until crispy on the outside and irresistibly juicy inside. Choose dip: ranch, marinara, or pesto.
$16.98
Chicken Parm Stromboli
Breaded chicken, classic marinara, and melted mozzarella rolled together and baked to perfection. Everything you love about chicken Parmesan, handheld and craveable. Choose dip: ranch, marinara, or pesto.
$15.99
Pesto Chicken Stromboli
Grilled chicken, aromatic basil pesto, and mozzarella rolled into fresh dough and baked for a bright, savory twist on Italian comfort. Choose dip: ranch, marinara, or pesto.
$15.99
zpizza

zpizza

4.5
(7k+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
"I like this Zpizza better than the others. Their Turkey sandwiches look and taste like a real yummy sandwich. It's loaded with the veggies and meats. Hands down best sandwich ever!!"
"Unfortunately my pizza was soggy and undercooked. It also has barely any cheese on it. It was small for a $30.00+ pizza also. I tried to call the restaurant to clarify something and no one picked up. Overall not good at all. "
Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza
marinara, Italian cheese blend, pepperoni, hot honey drizzle, oregano
$17.46
Build Your Own (BYO)
Start with a cheese pizza base and choose your toppings
$21.21
Napoli
roasted garlic sauce, mozzarella, roma tomatoes, parmesan, basil
$16.55
8 - ZWings
The classic cookie made into the ultimate with three types of chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt. our ultimate chocolate chip cookie has had an extreme makeover and cleverly challenges all others of its kind. though still a classic beauty, ultimate seduces us in every batch with ludicrously large always-hand-chopped chunks of guittard gourmet bittersweet chocolate. to bring it one step further, milk and semi-sweet chocolates are added to seal the deal. a sprinkling of sea salt crystals further accessorizes the collaboration of these three brilliant chocolates.
$12.92
Claro’s Italian Market

Claro’s Italian Market

4.8
(900+)
• Casual Dining • Italian
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"Perfect! Thanks for allowing special requests. Please, please, please add those wonderful cookies/pastries to the take-out menu! Oh so delizioso. :) "
"Gave this place a try 4 separate times. The very first time we ordered Spicy Mike and it came on an amazing crunchy baguette. Every subsequent order after we have received some soft roll that feels store bought. Very disappointing."
Great Grandpa Joe
Regular capocollo, mortadella, dry salame, provolone cheese, lettuce tomato, sliced pepperoncini and oil dressing.
$13.42
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
$13.96
Cousin Kara
Turkey Breast, Casalingo Salame, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayonnaise.
$13.51
Croutons

Croutons

4.7
(200+)
• American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"Buffalo chicken pesto sandwich and cobb salad without bacon is my go to. So good!"
"Your store does not give option to choose regular Code vs diet Coke. Each time I've ordered canned soda I was given regular Coke. Today I got diet and I HATE diet Coke. Please allow option to choose which one."
SANDWICH+SOUP COMBO
Oven roasted chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, basil pesto mayonnaise.
$15.39
CHICKEN & WILD RICE
Oven roasted turkey breast, avocado, applewood bacon, tomato, swiss cheese, and mayonnaise.
$9.46
SALAD+SOUP COMBO
Romaine and napa cabbage with shredded chicken breast, carrots, green onions, mandarin oranges, sesame almonds, wonton croutons and sesame ginger dressing.
$15.86
CHICKEN PESTO PANINI
Romaine with diced chicken breast, applewood bacon, tomato, avocado, egg, crumbled blue cheese and herb croutons and your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
$11.09
Al's New York Cafe

Al's New York Cafe

4.6
(6k+)
• Italian • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
"Al’s New York Cafe exceeded my expectations! We ordered the kids’ spaghetti with meat sauce and mushrooms along with a Caesar salad topped with cucumbers, tomatoes, and mushrooms. Everything arrived fresh, flavorful, and well packaged. The portion sizes were incredible—especially the kids’ pasta! It was packed with spaghetti, hearty meat sauce, and mushrooms, and honestly could have easily fed two kids. The Caesar salad was crisp, fresh, and generously loaded with cucumbers, tomatoes, mushrooms, crunchy croutons, and Parmesan cheese. It’s refreshing to find a restaurant that doesn’t skimp on portions while still delivering great quality. Excellent value for the price, and we’ll definitely be ordering from Al’s New York Cafe again!"
"Pizza is always fresh, hot, & cooked to perfection! The grilled chicken salad is beautiful: tons of veggies, lots of chicken, and if you mix ranch & vinaigrette, it's perfection in a takeout container (but you need to toss it properly in a salad bowl, obvs.)!"
Large Pizza (14 inch)
Classic cheese or create your own Large 14" Pizza.
$22.82
X-Large Pizza (16")
Classic cheese or create your own XL 16" Pizza.
$25.52
Small Pizza (12")
Small 12" Cheese Pizza Base. Add toppings to your liking!
$18.8
Garlic Cheese Bread
GARLIC BREAD WITH MELTED CHEESE ! Served with side of marinara
$6.73
Nonna's Table

Nonna's Table

4.8
(40+)
• Italian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
$6 off on $30+
"Everything arrived fresh hot and ready to eat! good size portions and the Side of Meatballs was very good.Fettuccine Alfredo was like homemade. I would order again if in the area👍🏼"
"spaghetti Bolognese was perfect. the meatballa are great value.Delivery was under 15 minutes. very good.will order again for sure"
Lasagna Bolognese
Fresh lasagna noodles hand-layered with ricotta, Parmesan and Romano cheeses and a bolognese sauce topped with zesty bolognese sauce and shredded mozzarella
$17.89
Penne alla Vodka
Fettuccine in rich and creamy Alfredo sauce topped with fresh parmesan cheese
$21.7
Fettuccine Alfredo
Spaghetti topped with a classic bolognese sauce topped with parmesan cheese
$20.77
Spaghetti Bolognese
6 pcs
$20.61
The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory

4.4
(40k+)
• Salads • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
"the Banana Fresh Banana Cream Cheesecake was fantastic! three Lunch Barbeque Ranch Chicken Salad salad was the perfect size with great flavor."
"The chicken Madeira was delicious and flavorful, but the portion was smaller than it used to be. For $30. I would expect two pieces of chicken instead of one and a half pieces of chicken. One cutlet was literally cut in half ."
Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake
Freshly Roasted Turkey Breast, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise on White Toast
$14.02
The Club
Creamy Cheesecake Layered with Oreo® Cookies, Topped with Oreo® Cookie Mousse and Chocolate Icing
$23.1
Oreo® Dream Extreme Cheesecake
Layers of Rich Chocolate Cake and Fudge Frosting
$13.76
Godiva® Chocolate Cheesecake
Avocado, Sun-Dried Tomato, Red Onion and Cilantro Fried in a Crisp Wrapper. Served with a Tamarind-Cashew Dipping Sauce
$13.54

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