Best Italian Restaurants in East Amherst

My husband and I went out for Valentine’s Day. We both tried a couple of the specials and they were both delicious. There was plenty of food, we even took home leftovers. I thought the service was good too, considering it was such a busy night for them. We will definitely go back.

From the outside the place looks like any other diner, but when you walk inside your transported to a quant Italian bar, we where seated by an older gentlemen who I am guessing is the owner, very nice man. We are seated at the booth next to the bar and had the bar tender as our server, in most cases I hate this due to the busyness of the bartender during rush dinner service, but even though he was busy he gave us the perfect about of attention and service. Thank you for an amazing dinner for my wife and mines 20th wedding anniversary.

Our first time dining at Lucia's. Absolutely fabulous! Our view of the sunset, professional and perfect service by Amy, excellent Bourbon Sour, fine wine list, from start to finish, an over the top experience.

From the service, to the exceptional 14 course menu, to the wine and of course getting a chance to hang out with an awesomely talented pair of winemakers, Kelly Mason and Brooke Husband, the night was spectacular. It was our first time at Rizzo's and well worth the wait. Every bite was filled with the most incredible flavors! The lasagna was mouthwatering, the chicken parm was the best I have ever tasted, I could go on but there are limited characters here :) but have to mention the brownie with chocolate chip ice cream - never tasted a brownie like it, mind blowing. Special shout out to Connor, Paolo and the service team, they were spot on. Special shout out to the Chef and kitchen staff, they knocked every dish out of the park! I will be back in the spring for bread and sauce at the store when it opens. Thanks Rizzo's, we had a blast!

Our server Hunter the Doug Flutie lookalike was the best. Very personable and knowledgeable. I had the veal which was great and my Wife and Dayghter had seafood dishes which they thoroughly enjoyed. Deserts were fantastic. Nice overall experience.