41 Best Italian Restaurants near Half Moon Bay

“What a fabulous evening, we all unanimously agreed that Pasta Moon is our new go to dinner spot when we are in Half Moon Bay. The food, service and ambiance were perfect and the Roasted Chiogga and Golden Beet Salad was amazing.“

“like being in Italy. Fabulous food, excellent service. The atmosphere is so Italian you'll think that you are in Italia. Bravo.“

“Dinner was delicious Went to table of 10 Met some new people“

“Joe’s has a down to earth family run diner feel. The kind of place that Gordon Ramsay would feature on a Kitchen Nightmares episode. Except this place isn’t as dysfunctional as the ones he visits on the show. Menu has a large selection of comfort food. Food is decent and portions are good. Only thing missing was flavor. Clam chowder wasn’t over salty - good, but it was too bland. What’s described as chicken scaloppine had no capers so it was more chicken Marsala with the brown sauce. That Marsala sauce too, was bland. Presentation could be better. Pool of gravy on side of mashed potatoes looked silly. I expect that from a Southern country diner, but not a West Coast eatery just down the road from Ritz Carlton. The sourdough with olive oil and pesto was my favorite thing to eat. Wait staff was friendly and always attentive. Overall, this is worth stopping in for a meal. We will try breakfast or lunch another time.“

“Amazing place, the food Is delicious and excellent service!“

“Well prepared pizza with great fresh ingredients. The dough was just the right thickness, cheeses, sauces (garlic and pesto) were good quality, the ingredients were fresh and generous. Very friendly crew. In door dining clean and comfortable. Noisy fridge otherwise good. Parking very available and easy access from main roads (cabrillo hwy and san mateo rd). Wow what a blast - never thought i find pizza like this anymore in the bayarea. Thanks Pedro & crew!“

“Best family place to be at while enjoying some sports teams play on tv!“

“Excellent food every time we have been… will be back. Everything is great on their menu. 🥰 Tonight we had guest from Montreal, celebrated Mother’s Day and our 23rd Wedding Anniversary! We couldn’t be happier to eat at Vespucci. Manuela and Francesco feel like my southern Italian family. Warm, welcoming, good food and wine and genuine conversation. Love them.“

“great service from the staff , good food , good ambience“

“Leonardo’s is OPEN for business, phone orders and pick up. Uber Eats option available this Friday March 20th. Please keep them in mind during this time, with everyone home from school and work enjoy a great deli sandwich, homemade soup or fine salads.“

“Cocktails and Wagyu - soooo good!“

“Great food and place . Love it“

“Incredible food and atmosphere with a great customer service team, including our server windy .“

“Came in for the first time and ordered two sandwiches. One, the Pastrami, the other roast beef, both with cheddar and everything on it. The habanero sauce is fire. The ravioli plates. All looked amazing. I gotta go back for some of that action. This might be my new favorite spot.“

“Amazing service. Great food. Awesome staff! Can’t recommend it more highly.“

“A hidden gem of a family-run Italian restaurant—don’t be misled by the humble exterior. Inside, you’re welcomed with genuine hospitality and unforgettable food. My husband and I ordered the filet of sole and the white Provini veal scallopini—both were bursting with flavor and perfectly portioned. This isn’t a place for flashy plating—it’s all about honest, delicious Italian cooking made with care. The host greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel instantly at home. The retro, moody lighting adds a cozy, nostalgic touch. We’ll definitely be back! Tip: Make a reservation—this spot stays busy, and for good reason.“

“Nice all the time“

“Great people. First class bocce ball and facility“

“I love the food here so much I ordered the make your own and got spaghhetti with pesto and it did not fail. It was so good and I wouldn't want it any other way. On top of this the waiter there remembered us from our past visit she is very nice and attentive. Overall will definitely come back here again.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Aracini last night! The atmosphere was wonderful - open and airy - beautiful interior design! The food was exceptional - polenta and the aracini were delicious. The service was wonderful! I enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere added to this special night@“

“We love Vivace! It’s like a party and the food is good! We esp enjoy the orichette and the salmon w/couscous. Cocktails 👍“

“Great food and service. My wife said it was the best spaghetti she ever had.“

“Stopped in on Monday, Indigenous People's Day when they seemed to be one of the few restaurants open. So happy we did. Our waiter, David, made excellent low-cal suggestions, was prompt, attentive, and remembered our names. Everyone was exceptionally welcoming. Very close to Pacifica Beach. Highly recommend.“

“A little charming restaurant in downtown San Mateo, homemade bread with delicious dipping sauce. We had fried calamari and squid ink pasta (hand made in the shop) with prawns and mussels exceeding our expectations, definitely will visit again to try other dishes.“

“A nice, cozy restaurant that serves solid northern Italian food in downtown Burlingame. The stewed beef short ribs was delicious, but the polenta that came with it was particularly memorable as it was so creamy and buttery. Everything else (e.g., gnocchi with truffle sauce, salads, and tiramisu) was good as well.“

“friendly atmosphere, quick service, really good food!“

“Food was great. Service was excellent even the restaurant was packed at height of dinner. Great food!“

“Best pizza in the Bay Area!“

“Fiero Cafe is a great spot for a casual but satisfying meal. The pasta here is authentic and delicious — the bolognese especially stands out, rich and full of flavor. Portions are just right, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. They also serve omelets, which make a nice lighter option if you’re not in the mood for pasta. Overall, a cozy place with tasty, well-made dishes that feel genuinely Italian.“

“Great service, delicious food.“

“I love supporting small businesses and this place is the Best! I love their Lavazza cappuccino and pastries especially the cannolis! Got to try the vegetariana sandwich today and it was the best vegetarian sandwich I’ve had! Super cute spot and very kind people!“

“It can get pretty crowded at dinner time so I always call in my order, but they have the best non-dairy cheese (Miyoko, cashew based) for pizza so we love to come here! They have pizza available by the slice too. It’s always clean, the bathrooms are good, and I’ve always been able to get a table.“

“The best place to eat and takeover for the days I don’t want to cook, friendly, clean with delicious and affordable dishes… loved food, the owners care is super friendly and I recommend this experience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🚀“

“Italian fire wood chicken and margarita pizza“

“The best place to eat and takeover for the days I don’t want to cook, friendly, clean with delicious and affordable dishes… loved food, the owners care is super friendly and I recommend this experience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🚀“

“We had never ordered from here but took a chance tonight. My husband had the Penne with Alfredo sauce, and I had the baked Penne with Marinara sauce. They were both amazingly delicious! The portions could have been a bit larger, but we weren't left hungry! We will order from here again! I can't rate the atmosphere since we ordered out.“

“Best pizza in the bay. A+++++++“

“best Pizza in SF :)“

“simply the best Margherita I've ever had! The crust and sauce are perfection and the service is excellent! can't wait til next time!“

“Great all around restaurant! appraiser's, pizza, and dinners! Great Family Place!“

“Excellent food and service and atmosphere“