This place is a classic Italian comfort restaurant with a local twist. We stopped by The Mad Italian for dinner and came away seriously impressed. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, perfect for a laid-back meal with friends or family. They're known for hearty subs, and the Philly cheesesteak, juicy, well-seasoned, and served on a generous roll that soaked up all the flavor beautifully. Portions are generous, so you definitely get your money's worth. I also tried the Pastalaya with chicken, which were flavorful with great seasoning and cooked perfectly. The variety on the menu is excellent too, everything from Italian hoagies and pasta classics to salads and soups, so there's something for everyone. Service was very friendly and efficient, and prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Would definitely recommend stopping in for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner. Ample free parking available in front and around the restaurant. read more

The Mad Italian is a quick-serve cafe with a patio which is known for cheesesteaks, hoagies and pastas served with beer and wine. We have tried their Pastalaya made of Diavolo and alfredo sauce blended with grilled chicken, shrimp, Italian sausage, onions and green peppers. I was worried because it is their take on Jambalaya, but it was a wonderful burst of flavor. Garlic bread was a complimentary with our dish. Steven was our server for the day. Plenty of free parking in and around the restaurant. The Mad Italian first opened in Atlanta way back in 1973 and they have been going strong in Chamblee, GA ever since 1981. Their original location in Chamblee closed within the past ten years or so and they have a pretty much brand new spot literally about two doors down on Savoy Drive. Fantastic, modern restaurant facility. Unbeatable location. Top notch service. Friendly ambience that feels like home. Excellent service. And the best food you can get for the price. read more

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My Philly-area born husband definitely votes for The Mad Italian as having the best cheesesteak in Atlanta! They also have a great gluten free pizza crust. The "Ghost" white pizza with spinach was delicious. Despite the crowds on a Saturday, our server was friendly and efficient. The restaurant has a very casual atmosphere with a large area with tabletops near the bar. read more

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Went again to the Mad Italian when I was in town to meet a high school friend to catch up on lost time. Once again this place rocked it. Got the usual 10" cheesesteak with onion rings. I'll be back soon.... read more

The hubs and I went specifically for the cheese steak. He read somewhere that this was a spot to visit for this. We pondered about the sizes and what to share. Of course he just went with the big daddy cheese steak because it's a 12 inch with extra meat. The sandwich didn't look at all that big as it was brought out, but looks were deceiving. Since there were lots of ruffle chips and a spear of pickle, the sandwich looked small. But the meat was loaded onto there. And after eating it for awhile, you can start to taste the saltiness. Yum. I like my cheese steak to be more on the simple side so this hit the perfect spot. There was only onion pieces and cheese on top aside from the monstrous amount of meat. The hubs also enjoyed it but preferred bell peppers, mushrooms, or the sort loaded on. The side of fettuccine alfredo was good. It was flavorful and tasted like what you would expect: creamy and buttery. We've made alfredo sauce at home before, and this was on par with what alfred fettuccine would look and taste like. read more

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I came here specifically for the cheese steak. I had to get the big daddy cheese steak because I was sharing with the wife. I had chips and ordered a side of fettuccine alfredo with it. Carbs on carbs. We were going to take a nap after this. The steak was simple. It had lots of meat and cheese. It was delicious but not the best cheese steak. It wasn't too salty but the meat itself didn't have a bite to it. I'm in strong opinion that cheese steak needs some other crap in it such as mushrooms or peppers but this was still very good. 4/5. The chips were were forgettable but the pickle that came with it was decent. The fettuccine Alfredo was flavorful enough but it needed a little more butter. 3/5 Would I come here again? Maybe. I have a few cheese steak places much closer to my place so I don't see my self commuting just to this place. read more

The Mad Italian - Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

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I ordered a meatball sub and the pasta fagoli. The bread was perfect and I'm not a big bread fan. Excellent choice! It's tasty and withstands the abuse from the sauce. The sauce was fine. Nothing spectacular , but good enough. The meatballs had an odd burn type taste to them. I wouldn't order this again. The soup was pretty bland. I wouldn't get that again either. The service was quick and friendly. It didn't take long for the food to arrive. The facility was nice and clean. It has its own ambiance. read more

I have a collection of restaurants that I have on my want-to-try list and this one has been there for a while. I finally made it over there today and here are my thoughts: Food: I ordered a chicken cheesesteak. I asked for a different cheese selection and to have lettuce & tomato added to the sandwich. I also wanted a healthy side option and was offered either salad or broccoli (I chose the latter). I was a little surprised when the bill came with +$1 for lettuce, +$1 for tomato, and +$4 for broccoli. That was +$6 for a small sandwich that was already $12. They tasted great, but I can't recommend it for the price tag. Service: No major issues outside of not being informed of the hefty up charges. Ambiance: It's got an old-fashioned feel inside with antique signs and Italian flag decor. Plenty of tables and would perhaps work with small groups as they have a small section of seating that is separated from the main dining area. But... while there is plenty of space inside, parking was a problem. We had to circle twice to get a spot at lunch time. read more

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I love love love the Philly cheesesteak here! Have you ever gone to a restaurant and the food looked and smelled so good that you forget to take a picture? Well that's me every time I eat here! I found them at the Atlanta Brunch Fest last year and still can't get enough! I really do have to try other menu items! Or do I! read more

The Mad Italian - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

cheese steak, fries and water: $23 !! I've officially been priced out. The service was meh, and the cheesesteak was above average read more

Food is always good but the server's attitude needs alot of work !! Her name is Dee and she is RUDE and Condescending !! I was with a party of 12 sitting in the Banquet Room and we had a late guest arrive and I waked to the POS system to ask her to add an unsweet tea to out table and she snapped at me. Then when the food was delivered my friend was looking for the server to ask for oil and vinegar dressing - she was busy with other customers, so I walked to the counter where the condiments were kept and got the dressing for our table. She yelled at me THAT IS MY JOB. I'm sorry but I'm 70 years old and I'm not going to be yelled at !! Your server DEE has made this visit a memorable one !! This visit was on March 11, 2026 at 11:30. I hope this message reaches the proper staff. read more

Food, Service and Atmosphere was great. Would definitely visit again if I was in the area and recommend to others for a casual Italian meal at a reasonable price. Daughter & I split the 8" Philly Cheesesteak, it had plenty of meat and the bread was delicious and it was a definite hit with both of us. The restaurant split for us and brought on separate plates with our own pickle and chips without us asking which was a definite plus and greatly appreciated. Chips were not homemade but we're not your standard Ruffles and we're so good as was the pickle. Granddaughter bragged on the pizza and ate it all up. read more

The Mad Italian - Half 8" Philly Cheese Steak - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

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The food is amazing! It was very busy that night with a big party & live music by the bar, so service was a little slow. But, my party didn't mind. We enjoyed the lively atmosphere & drinks while catching up with each other. My favorites are pizza & calzones, but everything on the menu is delicious. We eat there frequently. read more

My buddy recommended me here. Was in town and wanted a Chicken Philly, but didn't want to drive down Big Dave's or Philly Style. Those my other two spots. Gave this place a shot. WINGS, dried and over fried, hard. Was like cajun rub or some type. But Philly was on point. Not sure about the whole menu, but the Philly is a must try. So soft, that bread. But I believe it's only in one size. read more

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I really wanted to like this meatball sandwich. At $16, I expected something memorable--hearty, flavorful, satisfying. Instead, what I got was a bland, uninspired mess that left me wondering how anyone let this leave the kitchen. Let's start with the bread. Doughy and lifeless, it had no crust, no texture--just a soft, forgettable dense sponge that soaked up what little sauce there was and collapsed halfway through eating. Speaking of the sauce: completely average. Not offensive, but not good either. It tasted like someone opened a jar of the cheapest grocery store marinara and called it a day. The meatballs were equally underwhelming. They had that unmistakable store-bought taste--uniform texture, zero depth, and a faintly metallic aftertaste. The one saving grace could've been the cheese, but they barely used any. A slice of something that melted into invisibility. For $16, this should've been a knockout--a sandwich you crave and tell friends about. Instead, it was a struggle to finish and honestly, barely edible. Save your money and make a frozen one at home--you'll be just as disappointed, but at least you'll spend less. read more

The food was great, service was very timely & even though the restaurant is old it was very clean read more

The Mad Italian - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

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I would stay away......Order took WAY 2 long to get...Place was not busy......No pickle was served with my order.(Not that important).......................I ordered and PAID for Extra Cheese....Could not even "find" the regular cheese on my Cheesesteak TO GO----Thats where they get you IMO--To GO...You get home and look at your food....My bad..Shouild of looked at while I was there..Would of sent it back...Place a joke..I contacted their office 2x before I posted this and asked them to respond ...Another JOKE---No response.....Just no good.....What a shame....Picture on request of Cheesesteak with NO cheese instead of extra..I sent them the picture.........STAY AWAY. read more

The Mad Italian - EXTRA CHEESE I PAID FOR LMAO...... - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

Nice quaint place that does not look much, but is pretty cosy. A buddy of mine and me were getting our cars washed and wanted to get a quick beer. This was close by and we decided to give it a try - glad we did. They have a well anointed bar, a nice patio and plenty of seating in general. Nice beer menu on draft and a good mix of alcohol. Plenty if parking in front and service is good and quick. It was afternoon time so we hung around for a while without being bothered - so that was nice too Overall a nice relaxed place - recommend for a casual night or evening experience. read more

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Best cheese steak south of Philly. It is excellent! Glad they have Gluten free pasta for my wife. I have been going there for many years. It never disappoints. read more

Food is great and the people are awesome. Each night they have something going on trivia, music.

My mom had a craving for cheesesteaks, so we decided to visit Mad Italian. I used to frequent this spot when I lived in the area, but it's been a while since I've been back. I ordered the regular Philly cheesesteak, and they offer two versions: the regular and an upgraded one. I also grabbed an order of lemon pepper wings. The wings were decent--fried hard, just the way my mom likes them, and full of flavor. The Philly cheesesteak was decent, but I probably should have gone for the upgraded version. It did the job, but it lacked the extras I was hoping for. Not the restaurant's fault, but next time, I'll definitely try the upgraded cheesesteak to see if it's as good as I remember. read more

The Mad Italian - Lemon Pepper Wings - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

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I came in randomly because I was in the area. Indoor and outdoor seating. Full bar but a lot of beer on tap. Cheese steak and onion rings. So I don't work too far from here so I decide to stop in. It's a lot bigger than you would think on the inside and I do have spaces on the outside as far as the patio goes so there really is a lot of seating there. You can definitely take a larger party here and be comfortable. Soon as I walked in they stop me to my table, but as if it wants it at the bar so they at least gave me the option. They were for the friendly and they explain the menu to me and their favorites when I said out so I thought that was really cool as far as customer service goes. It's not a full bar like as in a club style setting, but they have enough liquor if you need alcohol. But they have a lot of beer taps they are so if you are a beer drinker, this may be more your bag. On my first trip there I got a cheese steak and onion rings. Just wanted to see if they could do the basic, and I wasn't unhappy at all. On The next trip there I ended up getting a chicken cheesesteak and some cheese bread. The regular cheese steak, which I got was 10 in, was very good and very flavorful. You didn't need to do a whole lot to it, because it came already good to go. The bread was warm and a meat was hot. The onion rings the first time I went were really really good. I dip them in their gold barbecue sauce and it was damn good. The next time and when I got the chicken cheesesteak in this one was good but the bread kind of took it down a little bit. The bread at the bottom was falling apart for the most part so you couldn't even have it as a hoagie type sandwich anymore. I ended up having to get a fork and eat it out of the tray because it wouldn't stay in the bread anymore. I don't know if it had been sitting longer than needed, but it had the feeling that the meat soaked through the bread. But I will say that chicken was damn good though. The chicken was flavored really well even though it wasn't in a sandwich, it really got me together. Because I don't work too far I would probably still go to the Matt Italian. Their prices are decent, and the food is something that'll definitely keep you full and you won't be hungry! read more

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My go-to spot for one of the best Philly Cheesesteaks in Atlanta. I add mushrooms to mine. As for service, I typically order to-go or eat at the bar where service is excellent. From refills of your drinks to checking in on you just enough. The staff there is great. As for the ambiance, very inviting, casual and family friendly feel. Fortunate that this is just a two minute drive from me. They're very consistent with their food and customer service. read more

My most recent experience at the Mad Italian earlier this month was the worst I have ever had. The service was imprecise, and the food quality was inferior. I am very sorry to have to report this, and I hope that this is not a harbinger of things to come. read more

The food was good, the Philly wasn't all I was hoping based on the menu and reviews. There wasn't much meat on a hoagie bun and the amount of fries was about 10 lol The flavor was good, just a little cheap on the meat. If you are on a diet it might be good for you, but if you are hungry, we'll..... Service was good, would stop again while passing through. Appeared to be a good local pub to catch a beer if you are close. read more

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I love their tuna sandwich. Fully loaded, over stuffed; needed a fork to eat it all. The service is extremely quick too. The ambiance is casual like a Chili's. If you need to wait for traffic to die down in the area, this is a great stop. read more

Service Food Prosecco on tap This place did not disappoint. We had a group of 11, they got us in right away. The service was great. The food was fast and amazing. They didn't mind doing individual checks and didn't charge extra for it. The bathrooms were clean. They had ample parking. I have zero complaints. Will definitely go back. read more

The food is always good never had a bad experience. The service is always prompt and professional by all the workers. The ambience is family friendly. I hate the traffic in this area so I rather sit and eat. I need to try other items on the menu. read more

I've been coming here since the old location, and this is one of the few spots in Atlanta that never lets me down. No more wasting my time; if I'm ITP, I'm coming here. The alfredo is so good, cheesesteaks are the best ones around, meatballs are delicious. And I always bring back some meat sauce for my mom (Emily -- she used to work here back in the day!). It's good every single time. read more

The food is not keeping up with the rising prices. Sandwiches are smaller and the chicken parm is not as good as it used to be a couple years ago. The service we had was terrible. No refills on drinks and never asked us if our food was good or not. This place is still worth the try, but is slipping. read more

I fell in love with Mad Italian when they were at Lenox Square Mall and served you a nice full hoagie with chips in a cardboard box. Then I frequented the Peachtree Rd location for years when I lived in Buckhead. However, the hoagies are not nearly what they used to be, apparently being a victim of ingredient shrinkflation and price inflation like most everything else. The old version had about as much meat in it as today's "Big Daddy". $14 is overpriced for what you get these days. Even the hoagie at the old Savoy location seemed to have more meat. Additionally, if you want provolone cheese on your sandwich, like God intended, you have to pay extra. You can get a Philly the same size as the "Big Daddy" at a local mall for $13 and it has provolone without charging extra! I'll still come by on occasion to satisfy my cravings, but not near as much as I did back in the glory days. read more

Sooo came here because we tried there Philly cheesesteak at the Chamblee Food Festival a few weeks back and it was amazing! Glad to say it was still amazing at the restaurant. My wife enjoyed her wings, but the "hot" flavor they have isn't hot at all. To be honest a hot Cheeto is hotter than their hot flavor, but still good! The onion rings were phenomenal! The onions were big and the batter had tons of flavor. Super crispy and enough for the table. The jalapeño ranch that went with it however was trash. Doesn't need it nor does it compliment the onion ring. The F*** Covid beer from Scofflaw wasn't my cup of tea, but hey it's beer. You like some, you hate some lol Now the tater tots tasted like straight burnt fryer oil. So we didn't eat them. The fries were the star of the meal! Super peppery, crispy, PACKED with flavor. I could just go back for the fries alone Our customer service was awesome! She did a great job making sure we had everything we need! And the atmosphere was cool, maybe some better music but all in all good! Would I eat here again? Yes indeed. "To go order though" read more

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Llegamos al lugar para tener un lunch tranquilo y la pasamos súper bien . El ambiente es amigable, familiar y con buena música .! La comida es sabrosa , abundante y la sirven calentita ... read more

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Yes, you could stop but Mad Italian is great for when you just don't want that fast food burger. Call ahead get your food to go. Still great food but now you can keep heading down the road and not compromise quality of food. Hot fresh food. Caution, no eating spaghetti while driving. read more

The italian sausage on the sub was mostly breading and small portion...believe the posters who say food quality is deteriorating ...staff was good, but you cant eat them read more

Food is great. Service is "iffy". New prices are outrageous! 120 % increase in price of spaghetti!!! And, they said they did away with the side, the small and the medium spaghetti-- leaving only the $22 + dinner size. Very stupid move!!! Now you can't afford the dinner size, and you can't purchase a more reasonably priced, smaller entree! That alone will force me to forgo my 30-35 year favorite! But, I'm older, very sick with no chance of recovery, and I consider myself lucky to afford to make my turkey sandwiches and an orange once or sometimes twice a day. Thanks for the great food and times from the old days. Maybe God will have a bowl of pasta that I'll be able to afford! I'm ever hopeful with an abundance of God's graces and blessings!!! Still a believer! read more

The food is very good and service is great. Enjoyed playing trivia there on Monday night. Large on-tap beer selection and a wide variety of food options. You should try it! read more

While in town recently, I placed a pick up order for some sandwiches and tenders. I ordered the sausage and pepper sandwich, it was delicious! I wish the bread was a little more sturdy to support the saucy peppers and sausage. My husband got the tenders and they were yummy! My sister and her husband. Split a large Italian sub which they both enjoyed. The sandwiches came with chips and pickle. read more

The Mad Italian - Italian Near Me - Chamblee, Georgia

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Just an okay experience today. Long wait, they seemed to have a lot of open tables but I assume low on wait staff. Once we got seated the food came out pretty quickly. Food was okay. Nothing I would return for. Reasonably priced kids meals. Our waiter was actually pretty good (just seemed very busy). Won't be back. read more

This place has the best meatball subs and such a fun atmosphere! Definitely give it a try if you are in the area.