39 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.“

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

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

“Man!!! I love this place. I’m here on vacation and have walked here twice for breakfast and once for dinner. The people are so nice and welcoming and the service is lightning fast. The food—-wow. So good and fresh. Great salads, sandwiches and the pancakes are excellent. I enjoyed the sausage omelette today. Very good and topped with extra avocado. Highly, highly recommended!“

“best Pizza in SF :)“

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

“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.“

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

“Cocktails and Wagyu - soooo good!“

“Great food and place . Love it“

“They are by far the $1 restaurant around. right on the mark“

“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.“

“Chill atmosphere with classical Italian music at the perfect volume level for a nice dinner.

The food was fresh and the sauces tasted hand made and with the perfect touch of condiment.

Server was kind and attentive.“

“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“

“We recently came here for dinner and absolutely loved it ✨
They have a huge variety of pasta dishes with so many different options to choose from, which was really impressive. The pasta we ordered was absolutely delicious, fresh, and perfectly cooked.

Special thanks to our waitress Dina — she was incredibly sweet, attentive, and welcoming ❤ Her service made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back!“

“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.“

“I absolutely loved my experience here. The workers here are so pleasant, and my waitress made my dinner feel extra special.
The Burrata caprese with prosciutto was so good!! I was mind blown. The pastas were all delicious and you can’t go wrong with tiramisu either.. My only regret is not getting lasagna which seems to be their signature.
I will be back for that next time. :)“

“Stopped by this spot in Pacifica today, tucked away in the Linda Mar area, and I’m really glad I did. The service from David was great, the food was absolutely delicious, and the whole place felt super cozy. It didn’t feel pretentious at all, just an old-school family-owned spot that’s perfect for gloomy weather when you’re craving pasta and garlic bread.

I ordered the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and shrimp, and it was so good. The portion was incredibly generous, everything tasted fresh, and the garlic bread that comes with the pasta is HUGE. We also ordered the cheesy garlic bread on the side, and honestly, it was amazing dipped in the marinara sauce.

I’d definitely come back and bring more family members with me next time. It’s such a chill little hole-in-the-wall spot. It was surprisingly empty when we went, I think we were the only people there on a Friday night, which honestly made me sad because everything about the experience was great, and they already have really solid reviews.

There’s plenty of parking too. Please support family-owned small businesses like this. I’m so tired of overpriced, overly precious restaurants when places like this exist - great food, great prices, and genuinely good people.“

“We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner in the Mezzanine room upstairs. The dinner was fantastic and the servers did an amazing job. Bianca was incredibly helpful and really went above and beyond to help us order the space, choose our menus and wines. Thank you, Stella, for helping us have such a warm and welcoming rehearsal dinner. We received so many compliments on the space and the food (especially the salmon and rum cake!)!“

“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.“

“Best pizza in the Bay Area!“

“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!“

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

“Great service, delicious food.“

“Best pizza in the bay. A+++++++“

“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 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🚀“

“I ordered a heart-shaped pepperoni and sausage pizza online for Valentine’s Day, and it was coming out of the oven and getting boxed right on time when I went to pick it up. The staff was very friendly, and the inside of the restaurant was clean and spacious. The pizza tasted delicious, as usual, and was prepared perfectly. I drove all the way from San Francisco to treat ourselves to Pizza My Heart, and it was worth the hour round trip to enjoy one of our favorite spots.“

“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.“

“Excellent food and service and atmosphere“

“best Pizza in SF :)“

“Italian fire wood chicken and margarita pizza“

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

“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!“