Il Gusto is not only one of THE best hole in the wall restaurants, it is also THE best Italian we've had in the area! Though spartan, the classic vibes and service are very welcoming! We had better service here than most "normal" sit down restaurants. And the food...not one item we have tried was bad, the vast majority have been the best in their category. Best mozzarella sticks: it's obvious it's a higher quality mozz than whatever everyone else uses. Crispy perfection! Best GF/cauliflower pizza: lots of toppings to choose from (though somehow chicken isn't an option on DD) and again, from the mushrooms to the sauce, you can taste the difference. They make the sauces in house! According to my husband, best Chicken Parm he has had since moving here! You get a healthy portion. And...best cannoli in the area! Growing up in a predominantly Italian and Polish area, I have been lucky to have REALLY good Italian pastries...and their cannoli was reminiscent of those times. This has been the ONLY cannoli in the greater Cincy area that is worth consuming, IMO. All in all, we would dine in at Il Gusto constantly, if we lived closer. Glad they're on DoorDash though! If you are in the Kenwood area, and want a break from the chaos and crowds, Il Gusto is close by! read more

For such an unknown pizza place I have to say I was kinda blown away at how good and classic Italian style this pizza was. I'm normally just a cheese pizza guy but I will be back to try more specialty pies. read more

The most delicious pizza I give a 10 to this place delicious food very friendly people read more

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Good pizza, fresh dough and crispy crust ends. The staff there are friendly and will let you eat your pizza there if you order ahead online. I would definitely go back! It's a fast casual setting with a few tables/order online or at the counter yourself. read more

A friend recommended this place to me and I'm so glad we went! It's in a strip mall and it's authentic. There's not much seating inside, but there's enough since many people seem to order things to go. I love a good calzone so I went for the meat lovers. The outside was perfectly crispy and the inside was filled. The ratio of crust to filling was perfect. These calzones are also huge so I definitely got two meals out of it. The service was quick and helpful. read more

Il Gusto Pizza & Pasta - Meat lovers calzone - Pizza Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Had a large Deluxe pizza from Il Gusto the other night and it was amazing. The crust was nice and crisp. The toppings were plentiful. It was tasty on day 2 warmed up in the oven. I have to say one of the best pizzas I have had in a long time. Only downside for me is that I don't live close. I will be back the next chance I get. Check this place out! read more

We got the margarita pizza with a Italian sub the trio sampler pasta thing and chicken roll it was our first time here. My brother chose it at random for his birthday dinner. The pasta dish was good filled with cheese. My brother said the chicken roll was really tasty but almost too much cheese. My dad got the Italian sandwich from 1 to 5 being great it was a 4 he said it needed maybe some peppers we waited about 25 to 30 minutes but it was very fresh so worth the wait the pizza my boyfriend ate he said it was good but needed more cheese but I will definitely be going back when I'm in the area.clean open Establishment. read more

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quaint little place. delicious food all around. not what you would expect at first site, which makes it unique. so tasty.

Descent NY Style pizza but not as thin as I was expecting in authentic slices. My family was hanging out at a local attraction and I had been craving a good NY style pizza. This place was within reach for Door Dash, so we went with it. It took a longer amount of time for the pizza to be prepared and sent our way, but it was also busy evening hours. The pizza arrived hot and looked really nice. It was a good pizza overall but I personally struggled with the sauce and the crust being too thick. Authentic NY style will have that large thin foldable crust that if you have small hands, you have to use two to eat it. Regardless, my kids loved it and didn't seem to mind at all. For me, it was an good pizza and certainly worth me giving a try in person near the restaurant next time. read more

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After reading about Il Gusto in Cincinnati Magazine, we decided to give it a try and ordered the Margherita pizza with special olive oil and the pasta trio online. Upon returning home, we found that our order included the Margherita pizza and ravioli instead. Although slightly disappointed, we didn't contact the restaurant and chose to enjoy what we had. The Margherita pizza boasted a delightful flavor, living up to its reputation as a solid choice. The ravioli featured a tangy and sweet tomato sauce complemented by a savory cheese filling. Overall, our meal was satisfying, and we plan to return, ensuring to double-check our order before leaving. read more

Tried the spaghetti for the first time. The portion size is huge! Easily big enough for two people. I will definitely be back to try other dishes. Service was also very good. read more

I'm new to the area and have heard so many great things about Il Gusto. I'm so glad I finally decided to try it out. The Margherita pizza was absolutely delicious. I know I'm breaking the rules of a true authentic Margherita pizza by adding pepperoni sometimes, but it was still one of the best pizzas I've had in a really long time. I can't wait to go back and try the other dishes on the menu. read more

Moved to North Cincy a year ago. We have been trying all of the pizza places within 20 miles of where we live. Il Gusto was on my list as the reviews on Google and Yelp are the HIGHEST of all pizza places within at least 100 miles of here. Everyone was RIGHT! HOLY MOLY! Got the meats pizza and they put on at least double the toppings of everywhere else. Crust was fantastic and we highly recommend here. We will be coming back again SOON! Meat lasagne was FIRE also! read more

Great pizza! We have always done carry out so can't speak to th physical restaurant but man, the pizza is good!

Some of the best Alfredo I've ever had. It was so creamy and the pasta was cooked to perfection. Nothing like what you would expect from a pizza place inside a strip mall - the pizza is pretty good too and I am not a fan of pizza. I definitely recommend trying - also cheaper and tastier than an olive garden. The service is always good but the one guy working I think he might be an owner has a thick Italian accent . read more

Wonderful! We ordered delivery today after a long day of work. We got a small deluxe pizza, some meatballs, and 6 garlic knots. It was far more food than we could eat. My husband dislikes pizza. Notoriously. He will deign to eat Italianette occasionally because it's fresh. He really liked this. The crust is flatter, more late night slice thickness. Ingredients are very nice though. I enjoyed it quite a bit. The meatballs and garlic knots were key for me though. The garlic knots were huge, fluffy, crispy in all the right places and most importantly covered in garlic. The meatballs were huge, had good depth, and the sauce was zippy but not spicy. Plenty to dip the knots in and you would be remiss not to. I would definitely order again. read more

My partner and I have never found an Italian restaurant we love in this city, however, upon visiting this eatery we were very impressed. This will be the place we eat at when we are craving Italian food as it rivals some of our favorites out of town. It is on the more expensive end- 1 large pizza, 1 slice of tiramisu and 2 sodas with a $3 tip was $35, but not unreasonable. The food is great and the ingredients are fresh. The customer service was great and it was clean. Great date spot. Visit and you will not be disappointed :) read more

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We have had good to go pizza from here before, so decided to order again. This time not so good. The crust was soggy, which blew the whole experience. So sad! read more

Found this on Yelp and thought we would give it a try. The sauce on this pizza was amazing and the crust was perfection. So glad we went. read more

Il Gusto Pizza & Pasta - Half Pepperoni and Half Sausage and Mushroom - Pizza Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I'm not a pizza lover, but I love this pizza! The owner works the kitchen and it shows! Perfect balance of cheese and other items. Had the Bruschetta and Veggie pizzas. Light crispy crust that is not over filling or bready. Staff very friendly and accommodating to some special requests and tolerances. Small place for dine in but basic chairs and tables are comfortable and clean. Highly recommended! read more

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Our favorite pizza! The staff are very friendly and our carry out is always ready on time

The crust is a little thicker than traditional Neapolitan, so perhaps more like traditional American. It was overall excellent!

My wife loves the pizza and I love their Italian sausage. Great service and wonderfully made. Quick and easy ordering process.

This is a little place in Dillonvale shopping center. My husband stopped in today and picked up a small (12 inch) Cheese Pizza with Mushrooms for lunch. The service was quick and friendly. He really likes the pizza (he had it Friday night too) and I thought it was good too. Plenty of cheese and mushrooms and just the right amount of sauce. I'm sure my husband will be back soon. read more

Il Gusto Pizza & Pasta - Small Cheese Pizza with Mushrooms - Pizza Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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There are some nice Cincinnati suburbs, but the nondescript shopping center which houses this tiny pizza outlet does not look like one of them. The place has a couple of tables inside and an open kitchen; it wasn't even clear to me that a customer would be able to use a restroom in there. But the quality of the food was quickly evident. A margherita was more expensive than the basic pizza, and I thought the fresh mozzarella would justify it. When it comes to things like this, it's not like this place can reinvent the wheel; it's more about the quality of ingredients and the execution in preparing them. The result here was a luminous pizza with a thin crust delivering a complex flavor with warm, slightly fruity cheese and zingy basil. I haven't had a pizza that tasted better anywhere in Ohio (or Kentucky, for that matter). A garlic bread with cheese was as indulgent as promised. Besides a few salads that didn't really excite me, this place was pretty much entirely a wheat and cheese establishment. But if you're looking for something that tastes Italian, that reminds you of why you'd want to go roaming through random shopping centers looking for that taste, this is it. read more

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The Stromboli was not as good as I had hoped. It was average with great dough and great dipping sauce. The cheese to topping ratio was off, I pulled out a ton of cheese and threw it away. The sauce is fantastic, I bet the lasagna must be good. Every ingredient seemed high quality. I may give it another try in the future. read more

Il Gusto Pizza & Pasta - Stromboli - Pizza Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

good pizza. Picked up from here 3 times or so in the last 6 months and I'm always very satisfied. Wish I found it sooner. It's becoming my go to spot for take-out za. They have a couple tables inside if you want to eat there, but it's not really a place I'd go to for the atmosphere (not a dig on the place, it's just not that type of joint). Staff is always friendly and polite. read more

Online Order - greeted by friendly staff in the midst of the rush, food was done on time and was delicious! Kids said "best pasta they've ever had." Well done, will definitely be going back for more! read more

Truly a hidden gem. There is nothing better than a small family owned business that sticks true to their heritage. Il Gusto brings the most authentic Italian recipes from their home and shares their delicious food with us all. It's a no-fuss, straightforward menu of pizzas, pastas, calzones, stombolis, salads, subs, and desserts. You can't go wrong with anything I'm sure. I opted for the Hawaiian pizza on a cauliflower crust (I admire that they're offering this crust option!) The toppings and sauce all were in the perfect amounts. Ideal seasoning and taste. The service was quick too and my order was hot and ready the second I walked in. The neighborhood is blessed to have this restaurant here. I hope the word spreads about how delightful it is. I know they'll get quite the well-deserved following here in Cincinnati. read more

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Probably one of the best pies I've had in awhile. Sooo good! Would definitely recommend if you are in the area.

Had a meatball hogie! Wonderful taste and texture. Was fast as I ordered at the counter and they had it ready in 7 minutes. Well worth the price! read more

Omg this family run business is spectacular. A hidden gem little BEST kept secret in Deer Park. Well not so much a secret anymore because everybody has found it family recipes, healthy portions and always delicious. Stop by today. read more

We have been eating their pizza and pasta since they opened! Always a great experience and the food is top notch. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Finest pizza I have ever eaten and I lived in Italy. Such fresh ingredients and the crust unbelievable. Thrilled that this place is so close to home. If you want to brush up on your Italian, visit here and try their food! Believe me, you will not be disappointed!!! read more

This is the best pizza in Cincinnati! I used to live in Houston before this, and even there I have not had pizza this good! This place has truly amazing pizza! My only regret is that I did not find this place sooner! The service is excellent! The place is very clean! And the price is very reasonable! It is a great surprise this place not more popular! It is a must try! read more

Il Gusto is one of the best. A family run Italian joint with top notch food. I am all about their pastas, my favorite is their little pasta sampler the Il Gusto, it has lasagna, manicotti, and stuffed shells, a real cheese lovers paradise. Comes with some of the best garlic knots out there and a very small side salad with amazing dressing. Their sandwiches are great too. Had a meatball sub that had some of the best bread for one, crispy on the outside yet rigid and soft on the inside, perfectly matching what the big tasty meatballs need. Just the right amount of sauce and cheese on these too. Oh man, thinking about getting another right now. I edited my review shortly after submitting because I wanted another Meatball Parm Sub. Added some pics, ordered it for pickup and walked in and got out of there quick. Now I'm back home ready to enjoy. read more

Il Gusto Pizza & Pasta - Meatball Parm Sub - Pizza Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Amazing pies it must be the sauce service is great local better than LaRosa sweet sauce

Best pizza in Cincinnati. The crust is perfectly crispy. The sauce transforms your mind. The toppings are out of this world! Yum!

Food is so per fresh and authentic! I'm from NYC and it's the best I have had since I moved to Cincinnati read more

Amazingly tasty! We ordered their pizza 2 straight days one time! And we eat their pizza very often:) And friendly employees! read more