Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Raleigh

Outstanding as usual. All the specials sounded great but just can’t pass up my favorite Saltimbocca! Love the bread too! John was a great server.

Truly a neighborhood gem. The food is always outstanding, consistent and enjoyable. The service staff is friendly and highly professional. Don't miss out, enjoy soon.

Outstanding Experience! Mulino’s recently helped me arrange a last minute work dinner and I couldn’t have been more impressed! From the moment I made the reservation, the manager was incredibly helpful, communicative, and accommodating to all of our needs. They were fully prepared for our arrival, ensuring everything went smoothly. What really stood out was how much more welcoming and accommodating this restaurant was compared to others in the downtown area. Many places seemed unwilling or unprepared to handle a semi large party (10-14). It was a huge relief to find Mulino’s and receive such prompt and helpful communication throughout arranging the reservation. They were flexible to our needs and agile as the headcount fluctuated a bit. The service throughout the meal was top-notch—attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere was stunning, with a perfect balance of elegance and comfort that made for a wonderful dining experience. And of course, the food was absolutely delicious! Every dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. One thing to note if you're driving and parking in Mulino’s parking lot: you can only enter if you're traveling southbound on Capitol, which turns into Dawson, or westbound on Lane. Just a small detail, but worth mentioning to save some time! Highly recommend this place for both professional and personal occasions. Can't wait to return! Thank you to the manager and staff for helping make our last minute business dinner seamless, easy, and enjoyable!!!!

Authentic Italian following Anthony's mamma's recipes. We shared the caprese burrata starter, grilled Caesar salad and chicken parmigiana - all wonderful. Plenty of food for two; we even took some home! And really good by-the-glass wine options to accompany it. Our server, Alex, was wonderful. We will definitely be back. (4 stars on atmosphere was due to the volume of the music; a little bit quieter would suit the atmosphere better in my opinion.)

We haven’t been to Bellini’s for a while since it moved to Holly Springs, as we live near its former location in Cary. But enjoyed lunch with friends and all had wonderful meals. Our server Nancy, took great care of us. The food was fresh, hot and delicious.