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Food - North Italia - Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA

North Italia - Walnut Creek

4.3 (495)
$30 and under
Italian
1179 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-4549

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North Italia - Walnut Creek

4.3
$30 and under
Italian
Walnut Creek

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 96 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Hot spot
Using only the season’s best ingredients, our chefs create a variety of modern Italian dishes including pastas made from scratch daily, hand-tossed pizzas like the classic Margherita but make it Tie Dye, and savory lunch and dinner entrees like Prime New York Tagliata, Tortelloni al Pomodoro, and Hot Honey & Proscuitto Pizza that deliver flavors that go above and beyond the expected as well as a full-bodied wine and beer list accompanied by an array of handcrafted cocktails including a Sicilian Margarita and the Pomegranate Mule. For more information, visit northitalia.com.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Contact
    (925) 441-4615
  • Website
    https://www.northitalia.com/locations/north-italia-walnut-creek-ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1179 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-4549
  • Neighborhood
    Walnut Creek
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Reviews

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4.3

4.3
(495)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • East Bay

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
North Italia in Walnut Creek offers "excellent service, food, and ambience," making it a top spot for both singles and families. Guests rave about the "delicious pasta" and flavorful dishes like the "braised beef lasagna." The restaurant blends a "hip and inviting atmosphere" with attentive staff, creating a lively dining experience.
495 Reviews

  1. Sammy

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for my wife birthday luncheon on a Wednesday at 11:30am. This fairly new restaurant is a great new addition to this area. The motif is modern style with an open concept including the kitchen and bar that looks out to the outdoor seating and street. Our dining service and food were excellent. The little gem Cesar salad, Crispy brussel sprouts,Spicy rigatoni vodka, Trattole chicken pesto, and Squid Ink Tonnarelli were delicious. They have an extensive beverage menu , and be sure to checkout their desserts. Will definitely return to tryout other dishes.

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  2. tricia Gold

    San Francisco8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We ordered cocktails , an appetizer , a salad , and two entrees. We wanted the appetizer to enjoy with our cocktails, but our salad was served first . We asked our food server about the appetizer , she said “ ooops , sorry”. We asked that the appetizer to be delayed until after as we enjoyed the salad…. She immediately returned with the appetizer and said “ it was already made and she didn’t want it to sit there “. My short rib pasta “ pasta bowl” was tasty , but mainly all pasta with little short rib representation. My friend’s lasagna was good and throughly enjoyed.

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  3. Donald Gold

    San Francisco64 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The manager must be overwhelmed or asleep at the wheel. I saw several waitstaff leave the restaurant to get on their phones or duck around the corner (maybe for a quick vape?). I was also disappointed to see a diner (teenage boy) with his hooded sweatshirt up over his head the whole time! IN THE RESTAURANT! Our waiter was one of the staff that left the restaurant. We didn’t get our water glasses refilled. My wife really enjoyed the pesto pasta. My chicken was OK. I will order something else if I go back. My wife and I have been to nearly 300 restaurants and unfortunately, North Italian would be rated near the bottom.

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  4. Gordon Gold

    Hawaii186 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful time and meal! Look forward to going again!

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  5. Donald

    San Francisco16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The manager came over to take our order as the restaurant was very crowded. he was awesome and handled our 10 year old and 7 year old beautifully. Now it's their favorite restaurant. Thanks

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  6. Pamela Gold

    Atlanta42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great as well as the service! I did report a waitress that used the restroom and didn’t bother to wash her hands with soap and barely let the water touch her finger tips, before shaking them off and grabbing the door handle. Otherwise it was great. Love Danny “ Daniella” very personable and made the visit pleasant.

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  7. Jag

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food, and ambience. It’s a great place for single people or families.

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  8. Tara Gold

    San Francisco1 review

    1.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I got really, really sick after eating there. Called the restaurant was told someone would follow up no one did, called again , was assured a follow up and zero follow through. Very disappointed on the waste of money and lack of communication.

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  9. Judi

    San Francisco90 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Pros: The food is very good and the staff is great. The gelato is insanely good. Cons: The noise level is off the charts. It’s so popular that’s it’s always at maximum capacity. The staff is excellent but they are so over-worked. Even though they churn out enormous amounts of food, it’s still very good. We plan to try it on a week night to see if it’s less frenzied.

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  10. Michael Gold

    San Francisco67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner birthday celebration. Had a 7 o’clock reservation and were seated right away. Service was very welcoming. Menu selection was varied enough for everyone to enjoy. Lively atmosphere

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Contact
    (925) 441-4615
  • Website
    https://www.northitalia.com/locations/north-italia-walnut-creek-ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1179 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-4549
  • Neighborhood
    Walnut Creek
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Sunday is a great pick for North Italia, weekend brunch runs Sat–Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm, and guests specifically praise the Sunday lasagna.

Private dining isn't part of the offering at North Italia, private parties are not part of their offering, with the focus on the open dining room and convivial atmosphere.

Portions tend to be generous, guests note big, shareable salads and say some entrees left their parties comfortably full.

Yes, North Italia in Walnut Creek is often recommended for a special evening: guests call it suitable for a romantic night out, and the restaurant offers a full-bodied wine list plus handcrafted cocktails like the Sicilian Margarita and Pomegranate Mule.

Yes, North Italia in Walnut Creek offers outdoor seating, including a patio and an indoor/outdoor bar that many guests praise as a great spot to dine al fresco.

North Italia feels spacious and contemporary, an open kitchen and indoor/outdoor bar create an energetic, stylish setting with thoughtful décor, though several guests note it can be fairly loud during busy service.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat attire is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

Yes, North Italia in Walnut Creek is family-friendly: guests report bringing children for relaxed dinners, and staff honor requests like high chairs to make family visits comfortable.

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North Italia - Walnut Creek

4.3
$30 and under
Italian
Walnut Creek

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 96 times today
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