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1. La Cucina - Kitchener
4.7
Exceptional(490)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Kitchener
Booked 13 times today
La Cucina in downtown Kitchener is a shining star in Pizza Bar cuisine, bringing the heart of Italy to your plate with its authentic offerings. The centerpiece of their culinary magic is the custom-built Malagutti pizza oven, which has been crafting "refractory stone culinary masterpieces for over four decades." Diners rave about the "insanely good" pizzas, lauding their authentic Italian thin crust as a standout feature. The restaurant's commitment to high-quality ingredients and fresh, flavorful dishes is evident, drawing guests back time and again for a "truly wonderful Italian experience." Whether you're with family or friends, La Cucina promises an inviting and unforgettable dining experience.
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2. East Side Mario's- Waterloo
3.7
Very Good(466)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Waterloo
Booked 14 times today
At East Side Mario's Waterloo we're passionate about three things: food, famiglia, and fun. Make every family meal a special occasion at East Side Mario's, where good food and great company come together to create lasting memories and let our family handle the cleanup. With generous portions and a warm, inviting atmosphere, our hand gestures are as grand as our love for family. Whether you're looking for a dine-in experience for lunch and dinner or prefer the convenience of takeout or delivery, we cater to every preference. Come join us and enjoy All-You-Can-Eat, featuring Soup, Salad, and Garlic Homeloaf, Mario's mouthwatering Chicken Parmigiana, signature pizzas and classic Italian-American favourites that will have you saying, "Mama Mia!"
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3. The Civil
4.8
Exceptional(143)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Kitchener
Booked 2 times today
Nestled in the vibrant Tannery Building in DTK, The Civil is a standout destination for Contemporary Italian cuisine in Kitchener. Renowned for its adventurous and delicious pizzas, patrons consistently rave about the "divine pizza" and "amazing cocktail menu." This cozy, funky venue excels in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for any occasion. The Civil's commitment to "from-scratch everything" ensures the freshest ingredients in every dish, making each visit a unique culinary experience. With excellent service and a creative menu featuring unique pizza and drink flights, The Civil truly captures the essence of modern Italian dining with flair.
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4. Dels Italian Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(2262)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Kitchener
Booked 43 times today
We thank you for booking at Dels!Dels Italian Kitchen is a great choice for a casual night out with its vibrant setting, cozy patio, open kitchen and comfortable bar. Our Chefs approachable Italian kitchen cuisine is always prepared with the highest standards and freshest ingredients. We know you will appreciate the details that make dels special...pasta made from scratch, house made sauces, fresh baked flowerpot bread, hand stretched pizzas baked in our stone hearth pizza oven.Buon Appetito
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5. Jacob's Grill
4.3
Awesome(60)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Waterloo
Situated in the heart of beautiful St. Jacobs, we offer a chef driven menu, carefully selected wines and local craft beers. Our beautiful dining room and expertly trained service staff make every visit special, making our home your home, whether a casual lunch, a special occasion or a gathering of friends. A flock of Sparrows is called a Host, we don’t take that coincidence lightly, let us host your next gathering and show you why we’re the Food Lovers favourite spot.
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  • Adham
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This place is top notch for everything, we loved everything about it starting from the special hospitality, service, food and ambiance! The manager of this place just amazing and she took care of us in exceptional way, and the food is soooo yummy! 10/10 Thank you 😊
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    Dels Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kitchener
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    4.8
  • MichaelVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The menu is straight forward, the soup was excellent and the Rigatoni Bolognese was very tasty and delivered hot. This restaurant is an excellent choice if you want good food at a reasonable price.
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    La Cucina - KitchenerPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Kitchener
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    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Toronto / Ontario •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 1 Mar 2025
    Very kind waitress who did her best to juggle the many tables she was serving. Yummy pasta and flatbread! No issues!
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    East Side Mario's- WaterlooPrice: Moderate• Italian• Waterloo
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    3.7
  • Melissa
    Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 22 Feb 2025
    Being our first time to The Civil, it was a fantastic date spot. Quiet. No tvs. Pizza and drinks were delicious. We will be going back or getting takeout from there
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    The CivilPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Kitchener
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    4.8
  • AlisonVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 15 Dec 2024
    This was our second time back, both times we were a party of eight. Each visit our servers were excellent, and very attentive and accommodating to our group. Generally, food was very good in one instance we were not happy with one of our dishes (the poutine) and the server was quite happy to bring something else and removed it from our bill. Overall we were pleased with our visit, and would recommend if you are looking for a casual place to eat in St. Jacobs.
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    Jacob's GrillPrice: Moderate• Italian• Waterloo
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    4.3

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