Italian food offers delicious bites of sauce, carbs, cheese, and so much goodness that your palate won’t know what hit it. Luckily for you, we’ve scoured the best spots in Ooltewah, TN for Italian food. Read on for the four best Italian spots near Legends at White Oak.
Portobello’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
At Portobello’s, all of their ingredients are prepared fresh daily, with hand-tossed pizzas and other authentic Italian cuisine dishes to choose from. Known for their pizza, you can build-your-own or choose one of their specialty pies, like the ‘Vegetarian’ or the ‘Meat Lovers’. An added bonus? You can bring your own wine from home to enjoy with your meal!
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
The Italian chain that always keeps things classic yet delicious, Carrabba’s Italian Grill is the perfect family-friendly spot with something for everyone. Feed the whole family with a ‘Family Bundle’, enough food to feed 4-5 people, which offers a main course, a side, and a salad of your choice. With eleven pasta dishes to choose from, you’ll enjoy every bit of your favorite Italian fare.
Il Primo
Il Primo is the kind of restaurant you’ll want to go to when you’re looking for authentic Italian bites without having too many menu items to choose from. Start with a simple appetizer like ‘Fried Ravioli’ or ‘Baked Feta & Spicy Marinara with Garlic Crostini’, and move on to the delicious main courses that include downright savory pasta and grains, or select protein-based dishes. It wouldn’t be a true Italian spot without a top-notch wine list to match the menu, so pick your favorite red or white and pair it with your favorite Italian fare for a meal to remember.
Portofino’s Greek & Italian Restaurant
A true Greek and Italian pub, sit back and enjoy a casual scene at Portofino’s, where you can indulge in an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet. This family-owned restaurant knows a thing or two about good food, putting their delicious homemade family recipes to the test inside a “homey” atmosphere that will keep you coming back for more.
Experience Italy in our own backyard right here in Tennessee with a visit to one of these four must-try Italian spots. For more Ooltewah tips and happenings, check out our Legends at White Oak blog.