Wow! Everything was delicious, from the lobster ravioli with Alfredo to the Tiramisu. Each dish was…read morefresh and had amazing flavor. Topping it off was attentive, friendly service from Lexus. Best meal we had while staying in Pigeon Forge and worth driving 10 minutes off the main strip!

The best Italian food we've had since moving to East Tennessee from Chicago. We've been searching…read morefor an Italian restaurant that really reminded us of the quality and flavor we were used to back home, and that we too cook at home. We finally found it at Ristorante DellaSantina and I can't believe we hadn't heard of this place before! My husband ordered the Filet Special, which came with two 4 oz. filets, shrimp, and a choice of pasta. He chose the capellini with their Valentino sauce, and everything was fantastic. The filets were perfectly tender and seasoned beautifully (enough seasoning to enhance the flavor of the meat without overpowering it). The shrimp and pasta were excellent as well. He also tried the Pecan Old Fashioned, which was definitely on the sweeter side but still very good. It was gentle enough for me to enjoy, although probably a little too bite-free for my husband, who prefers his drinks with a little more punch. He also ordered a blue cheese dirty martini and was thrilled that it was made with real blue cheese. He absolutely loved it. He finished with the salted caramel cappuccino, which was fantastic. I had the lasagna, and it was delicious. The sauce very clearly tasted homemade, and that made all the difference. We each chose the Caesar salad that came with our meals, and it was actually a really pleasant surprise as it was incredibly flavorful and much better than the typical obligatory side salad you get at a restaurant. I also had an espresso martini, and it was perfect. We started with the bruschetta, which was good, but then came a really nice surprise: warm focaccia bread provided complimentary. That focaccia was wonderful and such a thoughtful touch. For dessert, we shared the tiramisu. It was very good, although I personally would have liked a stronger espresso flavor. We also ordered cannolis to take home, so we'll get to enjoy those later! Honestly, I don't have anything bad to say about this restaurant. From the food to the drinks to the little touches, everything felt thoughtful and genuinely well done. Our server Lexus was wonderful. We will absolutely be back. I'm just kicking myself that it took us this long to discover Ristorante DellaSantina. If you're looking for truly good Italian food in East Tennessee, this place deserves your attention!

Food was amazing! Definitely recommend the garlic rolls and calzone! Make sure to ask for inside if…read moreavailable gets pretty hot during the summer!

My wife and I were in the Smokies recently and decided to try the Best Italian Cafe and Pizzeria…read morethat is located in the Elks Shopping Center and not to be confused with the location directly on the Parkway. We had not visited this location in 10 years or more. We had seen several reviews of the renovation and decided to give it another try. I tried the Creekside Lager that is made just for them. Good choice. We ordered three garlic knots which were very tasty. We split a small antipasto salad which was yummy. My wife ordered the manicotti which she really enjoyed. I ordered the chicken picatta. My dish was good, but the lemon / sourness was too strong and overpowered the dish. I wanted to enjoy it more than I did, but I was concerned about the acid content and possible needing an anti-acid. Our server took good care of us with refills and extra napkins, etc. We really enjoyed the remodel that made it look much cleaner and brighter than back in the old days. I will definitely be back to try more dishes and hopefully a milder lemon butter sauce.

The ambience of this restaurant with the river view is good.. I really enjoyed this place for its…read morewide variety of pizzas, and the customer service was outstanding. I was visiting the area and decided to try it after reading the great Yelp reviews, and it definitely lived up to the hype. My son especially loved the BBQ wings. If you're dining with kids, I highly recommend the Nutella Strawberry Pizza--it's a delicious cross between a pizza and a dessert, and it was a big hit with our family.

This place is made for groups so do not go alone. They will ignore you and help everyone else…read morebefore bothering with the solo diner. I would say it's an expensive CiCi's where they bring slice options to the table of instead of going through the buffet line. Again, if you are alone, you will get to choose from whatever is left after they go to every other table. The pizza is okay. Not bad but not great. It's very very greasy and does not hold form but does taste really good. Want more than 1 drink? Good luck. The first one I ordered didn't even come until after I had finished my app/salad and eaten 2 rounds of pizza. I will say the manager was trying his best to make the drinks, run pizza, etc as his staff was not doing much of it. Basically imagine a Brazilian Steakhouse but with pizza and lower quality

Being from Wisconsin this place gave off perfect supper club vibes and was fantastic…read more We decided to dine here our last night in town on a Sunday. It was fairly busy but they don't take reservations so I'd imagine they're busier Friday and Saturday nights. The food was great. They're really known for their catfish and have great options for meat/pasta if seafood isn't your thing. Drinks were very affordable. Felt like a slice of heaven from Wisconsin. A cool part is they have water pouring down off the roof which gives a very peaceful and intimate vibe. Staff were great too. Our server was so nice and helpful. If you're looking for a spot the locals like here you go!

Stopped in for something different during our trip. A little on the nicer side as far as restaurant…read moregoes- but plenty of people in casual outfits, including us. Didn't feel as fancy as the food they offer. Staff was very nice and attentive. It was a little cold in our original spot and they had no problem moving us to a different area. We were checked in on plenty. A few people in our party shared items. The pasta dishes seem to come in skillets. We shared a chicken parm and had plenty leftover even after sharing. The one thing we all noticed, some things were salty. We noticed the ranch for our salad was salty, as well as the chicken on the chicken parm. Other than that, experience was good with friendly staff and a quiet place to eat. Food wasn't anything to rave about, but we enjoyed our meals regardless.

Solorzano's Gatlinburg 1235 E Parkway 865 325 1750…read more We really liked Taste of Italy and Gerry. However, management problems seemed unsolvable. Just never knew when Taste of Italy was opened or closed. I often wonder how local businesses survive inflation and the unskilled job market. Solorzano's - I did Not make up this name -- Claims to be real Italians from near Naples, Italy. Not fans of Naples Pizza.... Yes, a slight remodel and open from 10:30 am - midnight. We have excellent Pizza in Dayton, OH, and we tend to prefer Mountain and Tennessee cuisine during our Smoky Mountain week. My wife spies Zuppa Di Pesce, and I order Shrimp and Scallops Fra Diavio. Both are excellent, and we recommend a pasta entrée. Solorzano's Gatlinburg offers their design of Gourmet Pizza, and offers this pizza by the slice. It's ok, but a Chicago pizza is our style; and we'll stick with our pasta orders. Solorzano's has been open for several months, but has not learned Marketing - have not seen advance knowledge of this company. Also Biden did not cause Inflation - Lots of Corporate Greed did and Solorzano's shares in this greed. Solorzano's prices are way too high. DO NOT display your political Bias on the Menu! We recommend Solorzano's and hope for the best.

Pizzaria located in a shopping center with ample parking. Inside has decent seating for small or…read morelarge parties. Decent pizza ordered the Carmela Soprano spinach, eggplant, fresh garlic, chunks of ricotta cheese and fresh basil. The toppings paired nicely and made for a solid pizza.

Went here in December with our family and everyone enjoyed it! Great food and a wonderful…read moreatmosphere! The service staff was attentive but not over the top. They were there when needed but not overly in your face.

Food was really good. I recommend the Banoffee in the sweet pizzas section .wings are pretty good…read more The meatballs are really good

The food was absolutely delicious very authentic Italian pizza…read more Friendly staff Very small mom and pop pizzeria get there early it's worth the wait Very reasonable pricing

We discovered this gem after watching Ryan and Brie from Adventure is Out There. It's off the…read morebeaten path, but man, is it worth it. Fresh ingredients cooked to perfection. We ordered The Claudia. It's a garlic oil base with mozzarella cheese, prosciutto and lemon-tossed arugula on their wood fired stone baked crust. Absolutely delicious. So far, the best meal we've had in the Smoky Mountain area. We also shared the homemade tiramisu. Also stellar. Looking forward to trying their Chicago style deep dish. TL;DR version: Pizza and tiramisu great. Eat at this place.

Recently, my husband and I, along with some friends visited here. The food was absolutely…read moredelicious. One member of our group had the Ruben, which looked incredible. According to him, it was even better than it looked! My husband raved about his Philly cheese steak too. One member of our group had the freshest looking salad I have seen around, and she reported it being very good. Myself and another friend had a fabulous yogurt parfait with fresh berries and granola. It was delicious. The quality of the food was wonderful and the prices are extremely good. As good as the food is, the staff is even better. Friendly and welcoming, this staff truly went above and beyond accommodating. They far exceeded expectations in both quality of food, but moreso in the quality of the people there. We were treated like family and that was such a wonderful experience. This is a most definite DO NOT MISS place to visit. Highly and enthusiastically recommend!

Great deli style breakfast and lunch! I had the Triple B breakfast sandwich and it was awesome! All…read morethe food that came out of the kitchen looked great and made me want to order more! Super friendly staff and was able to sit out on the back patio overlooking a small lake while enjoying the food!