Italian Restaurants in St. George, Utah: Pasta, Pizza and Date-Night Spots
Italian restaurants in St. George, Utah, from downtown trattorias and Sicilian cooking to wood-fired and Roman-style pizza, with where each one is.
St. George's dining scene has grown along with the city, and Italian food is one of its strengths. There's something for most occasions, from a downtown trattoria and Sicilian home cooking to wood-fired and Roman-style pizza. Here's a guide to Italian restaurants worth knowing, organized by the kind of night you're planning. Hours change often, so check before you go. For more about life here, see St. George homes for sale and the city's neighborhoods.
Sit-Down Dinners and Date Nights
Chef Alfredo's
A long-standing favorite on South Bluff Street, Chef Alfredo's serves traditional Italian dishes in a sit-down setting and draws a steady crowd of locals and visitors. It's an easy choice for a birthday or anniversary dinner.
Where: 1110 S Bluff St.
Positano Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar
Positano pairs Italian dishes with a wine list on River Road, a convenient stop for residents on the east and south sides of town.
Where: 1501 S River Rd.
Cappeletti's
Tucked a block off St. George Boulevard downtown, Cappeletti's has the feel of a small trattoria. It's a good fit before or after an evening downtown, and it keeps limited hours, so plan ahead.
Where: 36 E Tabernacle St.
Regional Italian
Nonna Ina
Nonna Ina focuses on Sicilian-style cooking with refined plating, and its cannoli are a regular reason people come back.
Where: 567 S Valley View Dr.
Pizza
Riggatti's Wood Fired Pizza
Riggatti's bakes pizzas in a wood-fired oven and is one of the most-reviewed pizza spots in town. There's also a location in Washington City.
Where: 1091 N Bluff St.
Santo Forno
A newer arrival on the west side, Santo Forno serves Roman-style pizza alongside Southern European-inspired dishes, next door to its sister gelato shop, Gigi Gelati. The margherita and a jalapeño pepperoni pizza with hot honey have been early favorites.
Where: 1255 W Sunset Blvd.
Casual and Family-Friendly
The Pasta Factory and Pizza Factory
In historic Ancestor Square at the corner of St. George Boulevard and Main Street, The Pasta Factory lets diners build their own pasta, and the Pizza Factory next door has been a local standby for decades. Both are easy with kids and close to the downtown splash pads, shops and Town Square.
Where: 2 W St. George Blvd., Ancestor Square.
Tips for Dining Out in St. George
- Reserve on busy weekends: during big events like the St. George Marathon, Ironman races, spring break and holiday weekends, popular restaurants fill up fast.
- Check hours: several restaurants close on Sundays or Mondays, and some change hours seasonally.
- Eat outside in spring and fall: patios are at their best from March to May and September to November; summer evenings are warm well after sunset.
- Make a night of it downtown: pair dinner with a walk around Town Square or a show; see Pioneer Park for an easy pre-dinner hike nearby.
For what else is opening around town, see the roundup of new restaurants and businesses in St. George, and for family outings, things to do in St. George with kids.
Bottom Line
From Chef Alfredo's and Cappeletti's to Nonna Ina's Sicilian dishes and the pizza at Riggatti's and Santo Forno, St. George has Italian options for date nights, family dinners and quick slices. Living here means having them all within a short drive. For help finding a home near your favorite spots, contact Best Utah Real Estate.
Posted by Kristopher Larson
Frequently asked questions
What are some Italian restaurants in downtown St. George?
Downtown options include Cappeletti's on Tabernacle Street, a trattoria-style restaurant a block off St. George Boulevard, and The Pasta Factory in Ancestor Square, a casual build-your-own-pasta spot next to the Pizza Factory.
Where can you get Sicilian food in St. George?
Nonna Ina on South Valley View Drive focuses on Sicilian-style dishes and is known for its cannoli.
Where is the best pizza in St. George?
Popular choices include Riggatti's Wood Fired Pizza on North Bluff Street, Santo Forno's Roman-style pizza on West Sunset Boulevard and the long-running Pizza Factory in Ancestor Square. The best one depends on the style you like.
Which Italian restaurant in St. George is good for a date night?
Chef Alfredo's on South Bluff Street, Positano Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar on River Road and Cappeletti's downtown are common picks for a sit-down dinner. Reservations are a good idea on weekends and during events.
Are there family-friendly Italian restaurants in St. George?
Yes. The Pasta Factory and Pizza Factory in Ancestor Square and Riggatti's are casual and easy with kids.
Do Italian restaurants in St. George open on Sundays?
Some do and some don't, and several close one or two days a week. Check current hours before going, since schedules change seasonally.
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