What an amazing experience! I enjoyed my gluten-free pasta (Cacciatore di Pollo) with a fresh salad, and a fabulous sangria (or two). The atmosphere is quiet and romantic. Our server and host were fabulous. We wish we had "Little Italy" in our area! read more

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Came in for the first time with my parents, The ravioli appetizer was really good, the seafood soup was probably my favorite part of the meal tho. I ordered seafood Dmare, huge portion too. Our waitress Jessica was so awesome, super friendly and my dad enjoyed the banter with her, thank you for making my first experience here one of kind. read more

Stopped on our way up north. Just a chance pick and what a delightful surprise. We both had wonderful chicken dishes. It was real chicken, expertly cooked and the sauces were tasty and clearly homemade. Really good food! A gem for Portage! read more

Food was delicious! I ordered the Chicken Cacciatore, and it was the best I've ever had! Our server was friendly and helpful. Prices were average for a quality Italian restaurant. Italian sodas were worth trying for the first time...yum! We went for our anniversary and plan to go again. read more

The food was delicious it doesn't get more authentic than this. Great service will definitely be returning! read more

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A really yummy italian restaurant just outside the Dells area. We stayed at a hotel nearby and wanted something closer by and that was open past 9:00. The person who answered the phone was really friendly. Food was decent but the french onion soup was an absolute 10/10. Hot, flavorful and perfect for after a long day being outside in winter weather. The marinara dipping sauce was also delicious. Would reccomend and would revisit again to try their pizza next. read more

Cute little place love that they offer italian sodas! Food was delicious, service was friendly, restaurant was clean. Great place for a mommy daughter date. read more

Little Italy - Italian soda - Italian Near Me - Portage, Wisconsin

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After a long evening church service we arrived about 9:15. Lucky they close at 10 on a Saturday. Service was still great and very friendly. This was on the way back to the hotel and I like the big pink stand alone building. You can't help but notice it. It was a cool evening and our meal came with a discounted soup. It's a good size bowl. I had minestrone and Basil got Italian wedding. Both were hearty and delicious. I got spaghetti and meatballs. It comes with a meat sauce and I was surprised at the pieces of tomato in it. It was very good but the stand out was the meatballs. They reminded me of upstate NY in the 60's and 70's. The old family restaurant recipes. First they were huge and super soft and fork tender. The real shock was the flavor. It wasn't spicy at all. Just basic which is the way it's supposed to be. Basil got the lasagna. I had one bite and I would make an exception and definitely order this. The bread I wish was normal size instead of a sliced up baguette, cause it was really good. We slathered it with butter and sent back the oil. The chocolate mousse type dessert looked fabulous but we were too full and didn't want to alter the taste in our mouths. I was telling the front desk clerk at Best Western all about it I was so impressed. Turns out she's a close friend of the owner. If you're in the dells definitely make a detour here. read more

Excellent food, excellent service and nice atmosphere. We had three different entrees and all were delicious. We also had two desserts which were very good and were good size portions. The music playing is appropriate to an Italian restaurant and at a level which permits easy conversation. Service was at a good pace and very friendly. We have been here several times as we have relatives in the area and have never been disappointed. read more

Have been wanting to try Little Italy for some time. Met a friend there last night for a long-overdue dinner. Everything was wonderful! The staff was welcoming and attentive throughout the evening, the food was fabulous (hard to make a choice from their excellent menu), and the prices are very reasonable. The best Italian restaurant I've been to in years. One additional plus based on my personal preference: A nice, quiet environment, perfect for conversation. We will definitely be making this our go-to place moving forward! read more

Had the seafood fettuchini alfredo with broc., mushrooms and sweet peppers added. Subbed in the zucchini noodles for fettuchini. Also had the creamy spinach soup. The food was WONDERFUL. My wife had the Tuscan chicken...she said it was very good. Our server Char was polite and attentive. The atmosphere was very relaxed and pleasing. My wife said that if this place was in the Wisconsin Dells, you wouldn't be able to get in. I have to believe that she is right! Well done!! read more

Little Italy - Nice place:) - Italian Near Me - Portage, Wisconsin

Incredible authentic Italian food. Chicken Pesto sandwiches are out of this world. Eggplant Parmesan is a close second. Big portions, nice place to sit down for dinner with family. Host and wait staff always helpful. read more

This was so good we will stop again on our return journey home from our vacation. Sam's eggplant parmesan was the best I've ever had. So often this dish is over-breaded and the slices of eggplant so thin they got lost. This was meaty. And the sauce was full of fresh, tangy tomato. I considered licking my plate. The stuffed mushrooms I shared with my husband were also some of the best I've ever had. So well seasoned--mushrooms can be very underwhelming and watery--but these were fabulous. full of flavor. And the creamy, cheesy sauce they were baked (broiled?) in left us wanting more. The dessert we had was one of a kind. Fantastic baklava on top with two layers beneath of what was more like a cake but also dense enough to be a kind of cheesecake? Whatever it was, we left happy. Maybe my biggest surprise was how delicious the ruby port was and how well it actually went with the dessert. Our server was kind and attentive. Slow paced but just what we needed. We will be back. 10 out of 10. read more

Little Italy - baklava cheesecake - Italian Near Me - Portage, Wisconsin

Food was very good. Prompt service and clean restaurant. Portions size was good. I would return if in the area.

Food is meh also it took over a hour to get a salad and there were only 6 people in there then our main food came out 1H30Ms later. I would understand if the place was packed and filled but there was noone in there and the people in there already had there food so what was the wait??, The pasta was undercooked and hard as a rock how do you take that long to make someones food a ruin it? read more

This was our first visit to Little Italy after having recently moved to the area. We were greeted immediately by a very friendly hostess and seated right away. Our server was at the table within a few minutes, took our drink order and told us about their specials. I ordered Chicken Marsala, plus a Caesar Salad. The salad was brought out quickly and it was delicious, with fresh lettuce, crispy croutons and amazing dressing. The bread was so delicious, we could have made a whole meal with just the bread. The Chicken Marsala was delicious and the quantity so large that I'll have another full meal with the leftovers. My husband really enjoyed his Chicken Parmigiana and also had enough for two full meals. Our server, Stephanie, was attentive and friendly. She was quick to ask if we wanted refills on our drinks, and talked to us about their dessert menu, which was very tempting. There's no doubt we will become regular diners at Little Italy. read more

Italian sodas were phenomenal, and the pastas and apps were great too! Beware however of the caprese salad. As most are aware, a caprese salad is 3.5 things: mozzarella cheese, tomato, and basil sliced and layered, with a small drizzle of balsamic. This restaurants 'version' was a helping of spinach, with maybe 2-3 chunks of tomato and mozz sprinkled on top, with very sweet (?) drizzle... not worth the 10 bucks. limoncello was incredible. The woman who served us was helpful and pleasant to speak with. She had great recs and checked in frequently. Inside was well decorated, everyone in service was well dressed, providing a nice vibe to the place. read more

Jessica was an amazing server, the food was terrific and the atmosphere spectacular as we celebrated the father-in-laws 95th birthda!

Excellent food. Clean. Atmosphere is comfortable, not terribly loud. We got appetizers, entrees and dessert. Every single thing was delicious. We did not have any leftovers bc we ate it all! read more

Food and ambiance are excellent!!! Love the owners! Desserts are amazing. Enjoy! We come here often for date night

Food was delicious and service was wonderful. Our server checked in many times and was very accommodating with extra requests. It looks like a cheap chain from the outside, but the ambiance inside is very nice. Has booth and table seating as well as a full bar. read more

Best Italian food i ever had in Wisconsin. Generous portions also and quality service. Will be back next time we head up for skiing.

Great food, excellent service, and nice atmosphere. It is pleasant place to eat and is extra clean. It is hard to find anything to criticize, and my only disappointment is the wine that I choose myself. The family owners are very friendly, and they may visit your table if they are not too busy. We will definitely return. read more

The food was okay but nothing special. I liked the bread but would have liked dipping seasoning. Our server was really good and all the staff was friendly . The atmosphere was nice and loved the Italian decor. read more

Great place for Italian cuisine. Family owned business. We had the veal parmesan and chicken piccata. Home made soups, desserts. Tanya our server was excellent. Looking forward to another date night at Little Italy. Please keep our local businesses in business. read more

Little Italy - Dessert - Italian Near Me - Portage, Wisconsin

Good food and wonderful service and great atmosphere!!!!! Very welcoming by everyone in the restaurant

Little Italy Ristorante opened 2 weeks ago. The building, formerly a Mexican restaurant, has undergone extensive renovations to turn it into a beautiful, modern space. There is plenty of parking, it's easy to find, the decor was very nice, the prices are decent, and the service was wonderful. That's all well-and-good but let's get to the Food ! I ate lunch there today, (Jan 2, 2020), with my sister and a friend. I appreciated the fact that the Lunch Menu is not overwhelming. There were 6 salads, 8 pasta dishes, and 5 sandwiches to choose from. I selected Spaghetti & meatballs, my sister ordered the Cannelloni & Soup, and our friend had the Chicken Fettuccine. All were delicious. The Spaghetti & Meatballs were not exactly what I was expecting, but I suspect they are more "Italian" versus the "Americanized" versions we're all used to. They were very good. I sampled the Cannelloni and Chicken Fettuccine. Both were excellent, and of the 3 meals I personally preferred the Cannelloni. We ordered 2 desserts and were not disappointed. While we were eating, the owner\chef stopped by to inquire about how we liked the food and our dining experience. It was nice to hear what led him to open the restaurant, and his vision for the place. This just became my new favorite restaurant in Portage. read more

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Kym thompson and I enjoy eating there The food pricing and atmosphere are all good. It is also close to our home in Portage, Wisconsin.

I discovered this place a few years ago and was surprised to find such an excellent quality restaurant in small town America! Super clean and friendly, fast service. This was my go to stop whenever I'm in Portage. Last night was markedly different! Totally new staff. I always sit at the bar and used to get awesome service. Last evening it took a while to be acknowledged. I ordered a dirty martini straight up. It was like drinking water! So watered down. After that I was totally ignored for some time (mind you the place was only about 10% occupied). Finally got my server's attention and asked for bread and olive oil for dipping. 20 minutes later I received the bread and I ordered my entree thinking if I didn't order now I would never see her again, lol. I ordered the Salmon and it arrived after a considerable wait. At least the quality and superior fresh taste of the food has remained ! The salmon was awesome!!! My bill was $42 + (1 person). At those prices the service should be impeccable! I'll have to think twice before returning. read more

The owners just returned from a 4 week vacation and they must have decided to use up the ingredients in the refrigerator. Sounds like an episode of Kitchen Nightmares. My daughter ordered lasagna and she asked me to taste it because she said it tasted rotten. I could immediately smell the pungent sour odor of spoiled cheese. The cook decided to come out and asked what the problem was, he wanted to be confrontational. I explained that he needed to check the cheese he was using as it was spoiled. He assured me he just got a shipment of food and the problem wasn't on his end. He said, you must have been tasting the oregano. Really, blame the oregano! I would avoid this place until they use up their ingredients or stop using oregano! read more

My wife, 11 month old baby and I stopped here on the way back to Chicago from Eagle River. It's just about halfway. Food and service were excellent. I had a NY Strip and my wife had Veal medallions. Restaurant was exceptionally clean including the very nice washrooms. read more

Excellent place with excellent food! I had the rigatoni Ala vodka with scallops and it exceeded expectations! Sauce was fantastic and clearly made in the house. Will definitely return! read more

Last Friday dined with wife and daughter. All three of us had fantastic meals and great service from the staff. We dine at Little Italy often. Considering we live in the Wisconsin Dells, they are our go to Italian restaurant in the area. read more

We had originally gone to Tamarack for date night only to see all staff not wearing masks. Arrived at Little Itally to see all staff wearing masks. The food was very good and the atmosphere was amazing. Staff was attentive, polite and their respect for everyone's safety was appreciated. As we left we had a conversation with a young man who identified himself as the owners son. Great experience, I highly recommend it. I will eat there again read more

We really enjoyed stopping and eating here. The food was great and the service was even better. It wasn't busy for a Monday lunch. But it should be! So glad we read reviews and decided to give it a try, if you're curious, GO! You will not be disappointed! read more

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Came here for a date night and was not disappointed. Servers are friendly and food was exceptional. I was able to try veal for the first time and they handled it amazingly. It was cooked to perfection, seasoned well and was still surprisingly tender. One thing to note is the portions are big so be ready to take leftovers home! This is a spot I'll definitely be returning to as there are several menu items that have caught my eye read more

I went to Little Italy during a snow storm because my original dinner plans fell through. The snow was so bad I missed the driveway and ended up stuck. The workers at Little Italy came and helped me get out. Then when I was in the restaurant, they continued this amazing customer service. I mean they truly went above and beyond in every way. The food was also amazing. Super fresh and hot and flavorful. The wine was also very tasty. I mean if food is good it makes a good restaurant. But then the employees took it to the next level and made it a PHENOMENAL restaurant by taking care of me and helping even when they didn't know I was a customer yet. read more

Back in town and stopping in for lunch. Glad to see they are maintaining their cleanliness. Love walking in and smelling the Italian aromas coming from the kitchen. I can't mention enough how beautiful and relaxing the decor! The restroom is spotless and smells super fresh. Their lunch menu is gr8, nice selection of salads, pasta dishes and panini. I'm having minestrone soup and Italian roast beef panini on a hoagie bun. FANTASTIC! Prices are very reasonable. Authentic! You must put this place on your dining list. read more

Little Italy - a bar with a menu and a glass of wine - Italian Near Me - Portage, Wisconsin

Went here for a lunch date with my daughter. The inside has been beautifully redone and is very clean. This is a nice place to come for a glass of wine and good conversation and bonus they have outdoor seating. The food was good and we got plenty to take home for dinner. read more

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Opening day was a disaster food wasn't that good but I'm sure it's better now that its been open for awhile