You want Italian in Kissimmee, and I get it, because half this town is pizza joints and the other half is theme parks. Trust me, I’ve eaten my way through both.

But this list runs the full circus, from the white-tablecloth class of Reggiano’s sheep ricotta cannoli to Broadway Pizza Bar’s calzone that I still dream about. I even found a Dominican spot with a passion fruit drink that will ruin all others for you.

So grab a fork and a napkin. Here’s where you’re eating next.

The Italian Joint

Highlights
Pasta portions are huge
Homemade lasagna wins big
Staff treats you right
Pizza perfect for takeout
Worth every return trip

The Italian Joint. I walked in grumpy and walked out stuffed. That's a win in my book. The pasta portions are huge, and I mean comically huge. My homemade lasagna was the real star, all cheesy layers and rich sauce. The staff treated me right, even when I asked for extra bread. I grabbed a pizza to go for later. It survived the car ride and still tasted perfect. This place is worth every return trip. I've already planned my next visit. My waistline is not happy about it. I do not care.

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Reggiano's of Celebration

Highlights
Impeccable service and atmosphere
Perfectly fried calamari fritti
Generous salads for two
Amazing sheep ricotta cannoli
Worth every penny spent

Reggiano's of Celebration. The service is impeccable. The atmosphere is just right. I ordered the calamari fritti, and it was perfectly fried. Crispy, tender, not rubbery. The salad was generous enough for two, which is rare. Then came the sheep ricotta cannoli. Amazing. Sweet, creamy, with a little crunch. Every penny spent here felt earned. I left feeling spoiled. I might have even smiled. That does not happen often. This place is a class act.

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Piccolina Trattoria

Highlights
Fresh, made-to-order Italian dishes.
Huge portions served piping hot.
Owner-chefs who genuinely care.
Worth it even in bad weather.

Piccolina Trattoria. I showed up during a downpour, soaking wet and in a foul mood. The food fixed that fast. Everything is made to order, fresh, and piping hot. The portions are huge. My pasta was swimming in sauce, in the best way. The owner-chefs genuinely care about what they serve. You can taste it. Even the bad weather couldn't ruin this meal. I left dry, full, and almost cheerful. Almost. This place is a keeper.

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Sajoma Latin Fusion

Highlights
Spectacular five-star service
Beautifully decorated dining spaces
Authentic Dominican music ambiance
Perfectly fried plantains
Best passion fruit drink

Sajoma Latin Fusion. So this is not strictly Italian, but the service here is spectacular. Five stars. The dining spaces are beautifully decorated. Authentic Dominican music plays in the background. It sets a fun mood. The plantains were perfectly fried, crispy outside, soft inside. And the passion fruit drink? Best I've had. It's sweet and tart and refreshing. I didn't expect to love it this much. I left happy. I'll be back for more of that drink.

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Pasta Lab Takeaway Food

Highlights
Big portions, fair prices
Spotless, welcoming atmosphere
Authentic New York-style pizza
House-made Sicilian gelato
Warm, passionate ownership

Pasta Lab Takeaway Food. Big portions, fair prices. That's the recipe for success. The place is spotless and welcoming. I ordered their New York-style pizza, and it was authentic. Thin crust, just the right amount of grease. Then I tried the house-made Sicilian gelato. That stuff is dangerous. The ownership is warm and passionate. They clearly love what they do. I felt like a regular on my first visit. I'll take that over fancy any day.

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Pastaccini Pasta Bar

Highlights
Best chicken Alfredo ever
Amazing handmade pasta dishes
Super friendly, awesome service
An unforgettable 10 out of 10

Pastaccini Pasta Bar. The best chicken Alfredo I have ever had. Ever. The sauce was creamy, the chicken was tender. The handmade pasta dishes are amazing. You can tell they put work into it. The service is super friendly and awesome. The staff made me feel welcome. This place is an unforgettable 10 out of 10. I don't hand out perfect scores lightly. I'm still thinking about that Alfredo. I need to go back soon.

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Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

Highlights
Quick, friendly breakfast service
Generous portions, perfectly cooked
Cozy downtown Kissimmee location
Spectacular specialty coffee drinks
Welcoming staff, standout service

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee. Breakfast here is quick and friendly. The staff gets it right. Portions are generous and cooked perfectly. My eggs were fluffy, not rubbery. The coffee drinks are spectacular. I tried a specialty latte, and it was fantastic. The downtown Kissimmee location is cozy. It feels local. The welcoming staff and standout service make it better. I'm not a morning person, but I'd wake up for this place. Maybe. That is a big compliment.

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Capone's Dinner & Show

Highlights
Fun, interactive comedy show
Delicious surprisingly good food
Unlimited beer, wine, cocktails
Talented singers and dancers
Friendly, attentive staff

Capone's Dinner & Show. I came for the show. I stayed for the food. The interactive comedy show is fun, and the singers and dancers are talented. But the food surprised me. It was delicious. Seriously. The unlimited beer, wine, and cocktails helped. The staff is friendly and attentive. They keep your glass full. It's a whole evening of entertainment. I laughed. I ate. I drank. I might have even sang along. Nobody wants that. But this place is a blast.

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Giovanni's Pizzeria & Kitchen

Highlights
Huge, heavy portions
Tastes like NYC pizza
Amazing service from Alexa
Kids loved the spaghetti
Warm garlic bread with butter

Giovanni's Pizzeria & Kitchen. Huge portions. Heavy plates. This place means business. The pizza truly tastes like NYC. I know that because I've been there. The garlic bread was warm and buttery. I could have eaten that alone. Alexa, our server, was amazing. She took care of everything. My kids loved the spaghetti. That's a miracle. This place has the full package. I left full and happy. My kids were quiet in the car. That never happens. Go here.

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Melao Bakery - Kissimmee

Highlights
Spacious, organized, and friendly staff
Amazing flavors and creamy cappuccino
Great bread and parcha juice
Worth a thirty-minute drive

Melao Bakery - Kissimmee. This bakery is spacious and organized. The staff is friendly and efficient. I tried their cappuccino, and it was creamy and delicious. The flavors are amazing. Their bread is great too. I also had parcha juice, which was refreshing. I am willing to drive thirty minutes for this place. That's saying something. I usually hate driving. But their coffee is worth the trip. The crowd was happy. So was I. This is a solid stop.

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Broadway Pizza Bar

Highlights
Best pizza in Kissimmee
Fresh food, smile service
Calzone is a winner
Friendly, memorable staff
Worth returning for

Broadway Pizza Bar. Best pizza in Kissimmee. I said it. Their fresh food comes with a smile, and that service really sticks with you. The calzone is the winner here. Loaded and baked just right. I tried the regular pizza too, and it did not disappoint. The staff remembered my name by the end. That never happens. I'll definitely be returning. I might even bring friends, if I had any. The pizza is that good.

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Main Street Pizza

Highlights
No gimmicks, just great food
Chef personally welcomes guests
24-inch and 36-inch pizzas
Phenomenal pizza, worth the trip

Main Street Pizza. No gimmicks here. Just great food. The chef personally came out to welcome me. That was a nice touch. They serve a 24-inch and even a 36-inch pizza. I ordered a slice of the smaller one, and it was phenomenal. Crust, sauce, cheese. All in harmony. Worth the trip across town. I'd drive further for this. My only complaint? I couldn't finish the whole thing. That's a good problem to have.

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