Alex's Washington Gardens

“Possibly my favorite Italian restaurant of all time (and Ive been to countless one, including in Italy).”

Possibly my favorite Italian restaurant of all time (and Ive been to countless one, including in Italy). Literally everything my family and I have ever had here we have thought is some of, if not the best, from the alfredo pizza, alfredo tortellini, meatballs, gnocchi, and more. Been here a million times and will never stop. Portions and quality are all great. Also, super fast.

Ross Karlins

Oct 2023

“Great family style Italian restaurant in Highwood.”

Great family style Italian restaurant in Highwood. I had delicious Ministrone soup and chicken parm. I will definitely be returning here soon.

Scott Tocs

Jan 2023

“Amazing Italian food in a hole in the wall in highwood.”

Amazing Italian food in a hole in the wall in highwood! I am so glad I found this place. I took my family and they all had a wonderful time. The previous table did take a while so it wasn’t right on time but the manager apologized and gave us free drinks to make up for the wait. Amazing manager by the way, he definitely knows how to run a restaurant. The ambiance was the typical Italian joint, but it was exactly what we needed and used the space effectively. The food was delightful and the portions were generous (perfect for having leftovers). Prices were on par with anywhere else. I will definitely be going back!

Graysen Othman

Oct 2022

“AMAZING FOOD. Bartender is cool. Blue cheese olives . Lemon chicken with capers and gnocci in...”

AMAZING FOOD. Bartender is cool. Blue cheese olives . Lemon chicken with capers and gnocci in vodka sauce are the bomb

willie zimberoff

Oct 2021

“Four of us went for dinner this evening to Washington Gardens and really enjoyed ourselves.”

Four of us went for dinner this evening to Washington Gardens and really enjoyed ourselves. Our server Judy (I think) was outstanding! She was professional and really friendly. Not overbearing. We ordered fried calamari and shrimp de jonghe Bowl of minestrone soup which was out of sight! Both excellent and large enough to share. For dinner an order of eggplant was split, whitefish and chicken parmigiana. Again all were excellent. Small restaurant that gets busy quickly. We skipped desert. Bathroom was clean.

Old Sal

Sep 2025

“Place came recommended from multiple friends.”

Place came recommended from multiple friends. Service was great. Food portions are on the larger side but well worth the leftovers! Staff was amazing. Will def be coming back

Karen Martinez

Aug 2024

“Service could be better!!!”

Service could be better!!!! Food was great however took so long to come to the table.

Karen

Nov 2019

“We ordered delivery.”

We ordered delivery. A garlic lover's dream. The calamari was overcooked, rubbery, and bitter from the lemon. It also wasn't very big (the garlic makes it look bigger than it is.) The pint of Ranch dressing was not full, but homemade and amazing!. The spinach was so garlicky that we couldn't eat it. The Italian beef pizza - crispy crust, nice layer of cheese and giardiniera, and the beef was scarce.. The meatballs were delicious. (Note these were garlicy too)

Melaine Rubin

Nov 2025

“Best pizza and bartenders.”

Best pizza and bartenders. Super nice and amazing thin crust pizza. On par with buffos for best pizza in highwood!

alex

Dec 2025

“Food was incredible The staff couldn't be nicer waitress was the best ever.”

Chuck Lamensdorf

Oct 2025

“Great food and great staff...make sure you get a pizza no matter what.”

Great food and great staff...make sure you get a pizza no matter what. Even if just for a slice or two in the restaurant...it's great later at home as well.

Edward Franczek

Oct 2025

“Some of the best tavern style pizza you can get.”

Some of the best tavern style pizza you can get. Every time I eat here, I always wonder why we don't eat here more often.

Ashur Joseph

Sep 2025