3 Best Italian Restaurants in Joliet, IL

Very nice place, quaint and cozy. Dim lighting, nice staff, decent menu options, food was delicious, drinks we ok. The garlic knots were very good. We will definitely have to go back because there were many things we wanted to try. We went as soon as they opened so they were not busy at all. We would definitely recommend you check them out.

Went to this place last minute for a takeout order on Xmas day night . My daughter gave birth at a nearby hospital . I offered to wait in the car right out front where I parked , but the owner sat me at the bar and gave me a glass of wine on the house while I waited for my order. This place made me feel like I was a consistent patron even though I was never there in my life. I took the food back to hospital and everyone enjoyed their meals . The calamari was about the best I’ve ever had, ( and I’m from NYC, so I know good calamari). I only wish I lived in the area, I would visit this place once a month. Hope to be back in the Atlanta area soon, I will make the 1/2 hour trip to this place for a nice proper dining experience. Thank you again for saving my Xmas dinner . Ken G

The food and atmosphere here are outstanding! Very attentive staff. Dinner portions were huge. This place checks all the boxes. A great dining experience.

I just wanna give a huge huge shout out to Frank, Lori and their staff at Gatto‘s restaurant. Yesterday they catered my daughter‘s wedding and I was so impressed with the food. I’ve always loved Gattos food, but as for catered food in big quantities, it still tasted amazing. Frank, the owner told me about their charcuterie board and so we decided to get that also and it was wonderful. The variety and the charcuterie board was amazing. I want to say thank you thank you thank you so much for adding some wonderful memories to my daughter’s wedding day.

I had my bridal shower at Gatto’s, and from start to finish, the experience was absolutely wonderful! The team was incredibly helpful throughout the entire planning process—thorough, responsive, and ready with answers to every question I had. They truly made everything feel easy and stress-free! A special shoutout to the four amazing staff members who worked the event—two lovely ladies and two gentlemen—who were nothing short of fantastic. They were so kind, attentive, and on top of everything our party needed. Their professionalism and warmth did not go unnoticed, and they helped make the day feel extra special. Great job, Gatto’s, for having such an awesome team. Thank you for helping create such a memorable day!

Today was my first time here. I came for a funeral luncheon. Very nice place. The food was really good, especially the roast beef. The wait staff were friendly and on top of it. I would visit again for a nice Italian meal.