Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill

We visited this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary on Valentine’s night, and it was truly a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was amazing — the mix of brick and stone design made the space very eye-catching and cozy. Our waitress was a beautiful, smiling young lady who made us feel very welcome with her kind and attentive service. The drinks were excellent — the Hurricane Rum cocktail was especially tasty and highly recommended. We ordered Johnny’s pizza, which was absolutely mouth-watering, and the ribs were delicious — definitely something you should try! We really enjoyed our dinner, and it was one of the best choices we could have made for our anniversary celebration. We will definitely be back!

I’ve been here before and thoroughly enjoyed it. I was in the area with a friend and thought she would enjoy it as much as I did. We had lunch. It did not disappoint. I had pizza and Italian wedding soup and she had a sandwich; candied fig, apple, bri and chicken with a salad. Both lunch meals were phenomenal. A burst of fresh, delicious flavours. Our waiter was ok, we got seated right beside the kitchen where the wood burning oven was. Watching them make and cook pizzas, etc was cool. We definitely will be back. The atmosphere is cool. Rod iron & tone. Cool vibe. Will always come back to this spot when in the area.

My wife and I went to Johnny Rocos this afternoon to enjoy a delicious lunch after a nice date shopping at the mall and we weren’t disappointed. When we arrived for lunch we noticed the establishment was very clean, well kept and looked really cool with all the old stone. We were seated right away and our server stopped by to introduce herself shortly after. It was our first time eating here so she took the time to go into depth of the menu items and make us feel incredibly welcomed. I ordered the JR Oven Fired Pizza which was honestly the best pizza I’ve ever eaten. It wasn’t greasy, heavy on the stomach and it didn’t give me heartburn as most pizzas do. My wife got the chicken sandwich with an Italian wedding soup and she said it was very good. The food portions are massive and for the price are really good. Overall we had an awesome time here and our waitress was incredibly friendly. We will be eating here again soon!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Johnny Rocco in St. Catharines continues to impress and truly deserves five stars across the board. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted with warm, friendly service that makes you feel welcome right away. The staff are attentive, professional, and genuinely kind, creating a dining experience that feels both comfortable and special. The food is outstanding — without a doubt the best Italian food I’ve ever had. Every dish is full of rich, authentic flavor and made with high-quality ingredients. One of my absolute favorites is their wood-oven pizzas — perfectly cooked with an amazing crust, incredible toppings, and that unbeatable smoky flavor you only get from a real wood oven. They are a must-try! The vibe is another big win. The atmosphere is lively yet cozy, making it perfect for any occasion. They also have spaces for small parties, which is great for celebrations or group dinners. Just a heads-up: this place gets busy very fast, so I highly recommend making a reservation before going to avoid waiting. Overall, Johnny Rocco is a top-tier restaurant in St. Catharines. Amazing Italian food, exceptional service, a fantastic atmosphere, and unforgettable wood-oven pizza all come together for an incredible experience. Highly recommended — you’ll definitely want to come back again! 🍕🍝🍷✨

We stopped by on a Saturday evening for dinner with a reservation. What a beautiful location. We were greeting and seated quickly. Our order was taking promptly. The bread and soup came out quickly. However our main dishes took almost an hour. They were amazing though. Staff were very friendly and polite. I would recommend this restaurant, just be prepared for a wait when it's busy.