Italian in Ventura County

Allegro Pizza

Newbury Park · 427 East Avenida de Los Arboles Thousand Oaks

Allegro Pizza serves New York-style pizza and Italian classics from a straightforward menu. Beyond the standard cheese and specialty pies, they offer calzones, hot and cold subs, pasta dishes, and Italian entrees like chicken marsala and eggplant parmigiana. Garlic knots come as standard sides with most pasta orders. The Family Deal for $79.99 feeds four with a large cheese pizza, two large spaghetti, salad, and garlic knots. Delivery takes 30-45 minutes, pickup 15-30. Gluten-free thin crust is available.

Ameci Pizza

Santa Paula · 125 East Harvard Boulevard Santa Paula

Ameci Pizza serves up New York-style pizza and Italian fare in Santa Paula. Their menu spans classic cheese and specialty pies—think Meat Lovers, BBQ Chicken, and Buffalo Chicken—alongside pasta dishes, sandwiches, and wings. They offer gluten-free and cauliflower crust options, plus sides like garlic bread and mozzarella sticks. The shop runs regular deals: a manager's special combining two large pizzas, wings, and soda for under $50, plus discounts on bigger orders. You can grab slices by the piece or build your own pizza. They also handle catering for groups.

Ameci Pizza & Pasta

Simi Valley · 2780 Tapo Canyon Road Simi Valley

Ameci Pizza & Pasta serves up a full menu of Italian-American classics in Simi Valley. The shop runs a straightforward lineup: hand-tossed pizzas with specialty options like BBQ Chicken and White Knight (ricotta and fresh tomatoes, no red sauce), fresh-made calzones, subs on 8-inch rolls, and pasta dishes with marinara, alfredo, and meat sauces. They offer salads made to order, appetizers like garlic cheese breadsticks and mozzarella sticks, and larger "Buckets of Fun" family portions. Lunch specials run weekdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and come with a drink and side salad. Desserts include cannoli and NY cheesecake.

Ameci Pizza and Pasta

Simi Valley · 1494 Madera Road Simi Valley

Ameci's Pizza & Pasta

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Back Bench Pizza

Ventura · 563 East Main Street Ventura

Beto's Italian Bistro

Simi Valley · 2325 Kuehner Drive

Beto's Italian Bistro serves traditional and eclectic Italian cuisine in Simi Valley, led by chef-owner Gilbert, who brings over 30 years of experience cooking authentic Italian food. The menu ranges from housemade soups and appetizers to pastas, risotto, and entrees, with all desserts made in-house. Their wine list features selections hard to find elsewhere locally. The cozy neighborhood spot works well for casual dinners or special occasions—they offer Monday dinner-for-two specials and have recently expanded their banquet room to accommodate private events and catering for groups up to 60 people.

Beto's Wine Bar & Bistro

Simi Valley · 2521 Sycamore Drive Simi Valley

Beto's Wine Bar & Bistro serves dinner daily from 4 to 9 p.m., offering a reason to skip cooking and let the kitchen handle the work. The bistro welcomes groups and handles private events for up to 45 people, whether you're gathering for family, business, or holiday celebrations. Call ahead to reserve a table or book your party.

Big Z Pizza Family Restaurant

Simi Valley · 2428 Stearns Street Simi Valley

Big Z Pizza serves fresh-made pizzas alongside Mediterranean favorites like chicken kebab and shawarma in a restaurant that doubles as an arcade game hangout. Their dough comes fresh daily with handpicked toppings. Beyond the food, the space fills with classic and newer arcade games—a solid choice if you want to eat and play in the same spot. Order online for pickup and you'll get a free 2-liter soda. They handle dine-in, takeout, and delivery, with daily specials worth checking.

Brick Oven

Moorpark · 888 Los Angeles Ave Suite G

Magma Pizzeria serves wood-fired pizzas and Italian fare in Moorpark. Their menu leans into traditional recipes—expect classics like Queen Margherita alongside more inventive options like Pistachio Pizza with burrata and mortadella, or Truffle Trouble topped with shaved black truffle. Beyond pizza, they offer calzones, focaccia, salads, pasta, and appetizers like burrata with heirloom tomatoes or wood-fired beef meatballs. They've got vegetarian and vegan options throughout. Order for pickup or delivery, and they run regular deals for online orders.

Buca di Beppo

Newbury Park · 205 N Moorpark Rd

Buca di Beppo serves authentic Italian food in generous family-style portions at their Thousand Oaks location in Janss Marketplace. Their menu features pastas, entrees, and pizzas alongside specialties like garlic roasted chicken and shrimp scampi linguine. The eclectically decorated dining room works for everything from large family gatherings to intimate dinners for two. They offer semi-private dining rooms for special events, full catering services with delivery or pickup, and a gluten-free menu. Beer, wine, and cocktails are available.

Ca' Marco Ristorante Italiano

Ojai · 1002 E Ojai Ave

Ca' Marco Ristorante serves traditional Italian cuisine in the heart of Ojai, drawing on authentic flavors and quality ingredients. Family-owned and operating since 2012, they focus on creating a warm, inviting atmosphere where diners can experience genuine Italian cooking. They're open for both lunch and dinner, and maintain an active presence on Instagram where you can follow their latest offerings.

Cafe Fiore

Ventura · 66 South California Street Ventura

Cafe Fiore serves modern Italian cuisine rooted in Pugliese traditions, inspired by owners Maria and Anna Fiore's family heritage. The kitchen turns out housemade breads, hand-rolled pizzas, housemade porchetta, and fresh pastas alongside seafood and savory meats. The dining room pairs sleek, comfortable design—built from reclaimed wood and iron—with warm, inviting service. They handle reservations, takeout, and catering for weddings and events.

California Slice Pizzaria

Ventura · 1087 Scandia Avenue Ventura

Tony's Pizzaria serves California-style pizza with a laid-back beach vibe. Their menu features signature pies like the Extra Special (sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, green peppers, red onions, and olives) alongside daily specials and slice combos. The eat-in space includes outdoor games and a fire pit, making it a spot to linger with family or friends. They offer curbside pickup and delivery, plus an online ordering app. Call ahead for curbside service and they'll bring your order straight to you.

Camboni

Newbury Park · 1714 Newbury Rd

Capriccio

Ventura · 298 East Main Street Ventura

Capriccio serves up Italian classics with a menu built around wood-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, and seafood dishes. The pizza selection—available 4 to 8 p.m.—ranges from the straightforward Margherita to creative options like the Angelina (gorgonzola, prosciutto, caramelized onion) and Dominic (chicken and alfredo). Beyond pizza, the kitchen handles traditional fare well: calamari fritti, scampi, linguini and meatballs, eggplant parmigiana, and seafood pastas like linguini al vongole and shrimp scampi. Starters include fresh mozzarella caprese, baked brie, and bruschetta. The dinner menu features both vegetarian and meat options, plus a handful of best-seller dishes highlighted on the menu.

Chi-Chi's Pizza

Simi Valley · 5145 East Los Angeles Avenue Simi Valley

Chi-Chi's has been making their own pizza and pasta since 1958, focusing on authentic Italian food with a family-owned approach. They handle everything in-house, which shows in the quality of what lands on your plate. Beyond dine-in, they offer curb service during evening hours—order ahead, stay in your car, and they'll handle payment over the phone or at your window. Stop by for lunch or dinner, or grab a quick meal without leaving your car.

Del's Pizza

Oxnard · South Oxnard Boulevard Oxnard

Del's Pizza serves up pizza and wings in downtown Oxnard, housed in a historic building that once stored luggage for S-Bahn trains. They offer specialty pies like Buffalo Chicken, Grilled BBQ Chicken, and Mexican (with pinto beans instead of marinara), alongside classics like Supreme. Every other Friday, local artists perform live while you eat and drink. The menu also includes breadsticks, wings, salads, and pasta. They run deals like Monday locals' nights and Tuesday buy-one-get-second-for-$6 specials, plus happy hour until 6:30 or 7pm. Delivery and pickup available.

Enzo's

Santa Paula · 134 N Mill St

Enzo's has been serving home-cooked meals to families since 2006. The kitchen focuses on fresh, seasonal dishes made with straightforward ingredients and care—the kind of food that feels like it came from someone's kitchen rather than a recipe card. It's the sort of place where you go to eat well without pretense, built on a solid 15 years of keeping regulars coming back.

Farfalla Tratoria

Westlake Village · 160 Promenade Way

Farfalla Tratoria in Westlake Village serves Italian cuisine with both dine-in and takeout options. You can order online for pickup or delivery, or book a reservation through Resy. They're open weekdays from 11am to 10pm and weekends from noon to 10pm. Reach them at 805-497-2283 or stop by the Promenade location.

Fatte's Pizza

Simi Valley · 605 East Los Angeles Avenue Simi Valley

Fatte's Pizza makes pies with mindful recipes and premium ingredients, keeping everything fresh. They're available for pickup, takeout, and delivery throughout the week, with extended hours on weekends. Their standing offer is buy one pizza, get one free, which keeps regulars coming back. Hours run 10:30am to 10pm most days, stretching to 11pm on Friday and Saturday.

Greco's New York Pizzaria

Newbury Park · 245 North Moorpark Road Thousand Oaks

Greco's New York Pizzaria specializes in New York-style pizza, with their signature offering being a 28-inch party pizza equivalent to four large pies. They're open for lunch and dinner most days, with Monday and Tuesday opening at 3 p.m. and the rest of the week from 11 a.m., closing at 8 p.m. daily. Call them to order.

Guido's Pizza & Pasta

Simi Valley · 1877 Royal Avenue Simi Valley

Immigrant Son Caffè

Ventura · 543 East Main Street Ventura

Immigrant Son Caffè brings Italian-American family traditions to downtown Ventura and Oxnard, serving breakfast and lunch built on recipes passed down through generations. Their signature breakfast lasagna anchors a menu of Italian-inspired dishes made with local ingredients. Pair your meal with house cocktails or an aperol spritz, and settle in at indoor or outdoor seating to catch the ocean breeze. The spot opened in 2020 and has earned recognition for its brunch offerings.