50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lodi

“The best Italian food around ❤️“

“I cannot express how much we were obsessed with the food tonight! Everything from beginning to end! Our waiter was impeccable and the owner was more than accommodating and so nice! Will definitely be back asap! Plus the atmosphere was amazing! A must! Byob“

“Best burgers around try their tater tots Typical bar hang out with good food“

“Great Italian food and a decent menu, not much choice but not too much. It's located next to Post Office 34 and is very trendy. The view and service are great, but it's noisy as there isn't much to absorb the sound. We ordered focaccia, roasted peppers and pasta. Everything is great and super fresh.“

“Pleasant less formal atmosphere, but very efficient service. Delicious pastes. I highly recommend :)“

“Went for our anniversary!! Had an amazing meal!! Wonderful service and great atmosphere!! Highly recommend!!“

“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“Listen this place was absolutely amazing!! The food was soo delicious and the service was fabulous!! I had the best Gnocchi Bolognese that I've ever eaten in my life and my husbands chicken parm was absolutely amazing!! The portions are BIG and we definitely had leftovers for the next day. This was an amazing experience at a fabulous restaurant so we will definitely be back!! We celebrated the hubby's 50th Birthday and they sang to him as well!!“

“Casa Lever may be my favorite expression of Park Avenue: architecturally serious, commercially consequential, and somehow much more playful than the traditional power lunch establishment. Lever House itself is one of my favorite classic buildings in New York, a 1952 modernist landmark whose glass-and-steel design still looks almost impossibly sharp against this stretch of Midtown. For my money, the design relative to the location is unbeatable if you prefer great twentieth-century architecture to new construction.

Park Avenue from the high 40s through the upper 50s is the highest velocity investment corridor in the world: information, fundraising, and transactions all moving through an extraordinarily dense piece of Manhattan. Third Point once headquartered here before moving to Hudson Yards, which I always thought was incredibly cool and a particularly fitting choice for Dan Loeb. I’ve experienced Casa Lever on several different occasions, including meeting a friend outside for a beer after work and, on another visit, having lunch inside.

Inside, everything feels considered, from the curved architecture and sculptural ceiling to the wonderfully restrained Casa Lever typography. The Warhol portraits were the masterstroke when I knew the restaurant: Giorgio Armani, the Shah of Iran, Farah Pahlavi, Aretha Franklin, and Dennis Hopper were among the faces looking out over the dining area. There is something deliciously apt about dining beneath that Warhol pantheon on Park Avenue, where financiers, media titans, and dynastic fortunes have long crossed paths with the people shaping fashion, advertising, and culture.

Later, on a completely separate occasion, I returned for dinner with a larger group and remember sitting around a big round table near the banquettes. Across lunch, dinner, and drinks, what stayed with me was how polished the service was and how effortlessly chic the whole experience felt. There is a more creative, feminine energy here than at many of Midtown’s harder-edged power restaurants, sophisticated without becoming stiff and glamorous without feeling theatrical.

The prices are pure Park Avenue, but so is the proposition: extraordinary architecture, extraordinary geography, and one of the coolest places in New York to bring someone when you want the city itself to participate in the evening. Casa Lever feels timeless because it never seems to chase relevance; the building, the design, and the people passing through already provide enough electricity. Few establishments capture this particular intersection of commerce, taste, history, and social theater quite as well.“

“I loved my dinner here and will be coming back again and again. The food and service are exceptional (the tomato salad is amazing and their grilled chicken outstanding) and it's one of those restaurants -- increasingly all too rare -- where you feel genuinely welcome and wanted from the minute you walk in the door. My friend broke her wine glass towards the end of our meal (we were both finished eating our main courses) and the maitre d' offered to give us two new main courses because there was food left on our plates and they were concerned about glass shards in our food. We declined but it was an incredibly thoughtful offer (and the accident was entirely our fault). Lovely atmosphere, top-notch cocktails and outstanding food. Go!“

“This place is truly a hole in the wall! In the best way! My son recommended us this Italian wine bar with real candles, lighting the entire restaurant and with a very romantic ambience upstairs! The food was phenomenal, our waiter was friendly and the wait staff was quick! I must say the hostess was a bit distracted when we arrived, while she was sitting on a table by the entrance on her phone. I think that looks unprofessional for “the face” of the restaurant. We enjoyed our meal and were sat upstairs aside not having a reservation. We will definitely be back next time we are in the city!“

“It’s great place with very delicious pasta and artesanal pizza! 🍝🍕“

“My husband and I have been going to Corto for several years now and have always loved this place - standout food, atmosphere and staff.

It went from being one of the spots we visited when we were first dating to the venue we chose for our ceremony and reception for our wedding. Theresa, Luis, Chef Ciccio, and the entire Corto team did SUCH an incredible job. They made us feel so cared for from our introductory chat to the end of the wedding day itself.

Every single guest commented on the incredible food, the professionalism and warmth of the staff, and what a special place Corto is - the team truly created the most magical evening for everyone involved.

Thank you so much. Corto will always hold such a special place in our hearts.“

“A wonderful restaurant - delicious food, wine, marvelous service. Thank you“

“Visited on Tuesday evening quite late and had such an amazing experience at Osteria Nonnino. We shared a pizza to start, followed by fish and the vodka pasta for mains – every dish was absolutely outstanding. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, and we felt so well looked after from start to finish. The food was honestly second to none. Such a hidden gem, would highly recommend to anyone in NYC.“

“By far our favorite restaurant we visit in the city. Have been here over 500x and the tagliatelle with sheep’s cheese cabbage and shrimp will never get old ! Carmine runs a beautiful establishment on the UWS“

“Juan was INCREDIBLE! We came visiting from Canada and chose Seranos because of their gluten free menu. Not only was the food amazing and so delicious. But JUAN went above and beyond for us!!! So funny, charming, outgoing and helpful. We were celebrating our birthday and he made us feel extra special. We will be coming back but just for Juan. Give this man a raise. Thanks for the great hospitality Seranos!!!“

“Delicious food good service“

“Chef Waxman and his exceptional team gave my wife a birthday experience she will never forget. Not only did you provide exceptional service and amazing food but went above and beyond in every conceivable way to make her birthday the best one she has ever had. Best experience, food and service we have ever had. Thank you so very much.“

“5 days in NY, spent 2 nights dining in this restaurant.. Like it love it ! Great food nice people ! Thx for the experience, greetings from Belgium.“

“the food is phenomenal and the decor transports you out of the Bronx“

“Alexa was very considerate, professional, and knowledgeable about the food. Great customer service. She even charged up our phones.

The food was good too, even though I was unsure about what I wanted to order. The view of the skyline was nice.

Overall, this was a great experience.“

“We came into the City to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary and had the most amazing dinner. We had reservations for two and were seated almost immediately upon arrival. What a wonderful evening which was made possible by our amazing server. We will definitely be back to celebrate more special occasions. Thanks for making our special occasion even more special.“

“Nice intimate setting delicious food attentive service“

“The food was amaze. Cute place.“

“a great experience . high quality food“

“Great place with amazing food and excellent waitstaff. A must try“

“Attentive staff, good food , nice atmosphere . Most definitely will return next trip into the city“

“We happened to be walking by on a Friday night and my husband pointed it out. Our pasta was fresh and delicious and served so quickly. The staff was beyond attentive and professional. The bathrooms were gorgeous and clean. It delivered on all aspects. We had Zeppole with lemon curd for dessert and it was unreal!“

“Sooooo good and so delicious and great attention A+“

“The pizza is excellent, there is a modest amount of space to eat in, and they have a bar so customers can enjoy an adult beverage with their meal. Friendly service and a reasonable wait makes this good value for one’s money. We will be back!“

“We ate here last Saturday with our teenage children and the food was absolutely amazing. Great menu, fun drinks and good service. Reservations are recommended.“

“Always come back to this special place in NYC for dinner, jazz show up stairs on weekends. Quality cuisine and service is the best in NYC. Special thanks to Luis, Lopez, and bar-tender Angel for making our night so special and showing us the jazz bar recommendations.“

“Enjoyed a wonderful meal outdoors Saturday night. Waiter was attentive, food was delicious and atmosphere was quaint. Would definitely plan to be back again.“

“We had a great experience learning how to make pasta! The food was so delicious. This would be something fun to do with a group or family members. Our waiter Mica was fantastic as well as the chef who taught us Anthony. Thanks guys for a fun night in NYC!“

“Amazing food, amazing atmosphere and AMAZING HOSPITALITY! When in NY you must try!“

“Great neighborhood place with fabulous home made pasta and wonderful service.“

“Food was excellent, service was attentive but not intrusive. Wine selection was very good. Only slightly negative aspect was we were placed at a table at the front corner of the dining room, and it was very busy with staff and other patrons coming and going; a bit distracting.“

“What a lovely night! My boyfriend & I came last night for a date, & we were treated amazingly by the staff! The service was exceptional & the food & drinks were delicious! I loved the focaccia & tomato salad especially! A beautiful space with the perfect vibe for a date night!“

“We sat outside. Our party was served quickly and efficiently. Food was very good.“

“Staying at the hotel, Bocca di Bacco Chelsea was a great choice easy to get to, cozy, friendly staff and the food was absolutely delicious. It felt comfortable and welcoming like a place you’d happily go back to again.“

“Our meal was delicious! The staff was very friendly. Our sweet server even brought us a complimentary Tiramisu. ❤️“

“Great small Italian restaurant on the UES, with fair prices, totally worth trying!

Authentic Italian cuisine, fresh, homemade pasta and delicious desserts like tiramisu. Cozy, intimate atmosphere and the friendly, attentive staff who provide excellent service. Reasonable prices and the accommodating nature of the staff, including options for gluten-free pasta.“

“Best fresh pasta in the city“

“Whether you live in NYC or visiting this fine city you need try Ill Tinello NYC on East side. I am in love with everything there. Wine, cocktail, food, dessert, staff and of course Benny. Everyone and everything is A+. The one and only negative point is when you have to leave. That is only followed but setting a date for a return. Love ya Ill Tinello NYC East !!!!“

“the spinach ravioli was to die for...it was just the right serving...sauce was great“

“I was very impressed eating at Ulivo, I had a variety of dishes and they were all amazing. I highly recommend this place.“

“Lovely quaint cozy little place. The food was excellent. I had the salmon and a side of mushrooms. Both were delicious! My husband had the ragu and said it was “solid”. The wait staff were attentive and friendly. We had a great time. Thank you!“

“Good food good service recommend you get a good pizza margarita“

“This is one of the best restaurants I have been to. Service was fast, staff friendly, GREAT food (try the pasta). We saw Beetlejuice and it was an easy walk from the restaurant. Thank you!“