50 Best Italian Restaurants near Passaic

“Love this place!!! Food is great!! Prices are reasonable!! Place is super clean and beautiful. Highly recommended to my family and friends. Thanks again!!“

“La pizza y las ensaladas, pero en general es muy recomendable para cualquier situación de rapidez.“

“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.“

“Absolutely the best food in NYC we finally got a bar seat this past Saturday was in the city for pride we have been trying for years everything was spot on crysathenn salad, the stuffed flatbread and lasagna and cocoa tiramisu“

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“Delicioso highly recommend“

“This is hands-down one of the best Italian spots in New York City — and one I make sure to visit every time I’m here. Everything on the menu is creative, flavorful, and beautifully presented, but the Cacio e Pepe pasta is the real standout. The sauce is creamy and rich with just the right amount of black pepper!“

“Easily one of the best meals of my life! Crazy creative! Only 16 seats, very special in all ways.“

“El personal es muy amable, atentos y deliciosa comida.“

“I really came fully prepared to hate on this place, most of all because C picked it, but also because it is hyped to death. Further hatred materialized when I waited in line for our reservation and felt like a schmuck.

Then I realized the line wasn't for people with reservations, I went inside, we were seated immediately, our waiter was fabulous, the food was fabulous, and the wine was fabulous. Everything was phenomenal and extra, extra good.“

“This is a great restaurant, last year (2023) we came twice and Ram was great, his service and attitude was fantastic, and this year (2024) we came back again just to see him (and of course to have some drinks and great food).“

“The food here is amazing, and the staff are great. I can’t recommend it enough. Unfortunately, the Facebook rating system for restaurants is focused mostly on the wrong things, likely due to poor algorithm design. Curbside pickups? Daily specials? Takeaway menu? Grow up, Facebook.“

“Atmosfera e cibo top! Consigliassimo“

“We were celebrating a birthday with a group of six and the food was absolutely delicious! My personal favorites were the Soy Butter Bigoli, Mochi Bombolocini, Scallop, Rigatoni, and the Apple Pie. Most of the food was amazing. The service was fantastic – everyone was so attentive, helpful, and friendly. The atmosphere is super relaxed. I really loved the Umami in the Kenmare cocktail.“

“Wonderful Christmas Eve dinner on our visit to NYC. Service & Food were both excellent. Lovely family setting.“

“The spaghetti dinner with shrimp was delicious. Our waiter was wonderful and very attentive providing an even greater dining experience. I recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Little Italy that wants an exceptional dining experience.“

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

“Bit of a mixed bag here. The room is cool, chill vibes, good music and lighting and professional, friendly service. We had the “surprise” 6 course tasting menu. There was definitely a problem in the kitchen because there were some extremely long delays between courses, our meal took 2 1/2 hours.
We started with the complimentary focaccia, delicious and we went for the ricotta upcharge, $10 for 2 tablespoons of ricotta. Not sure the value proposition was there.

Flavors were generally on point, the eggplant with some charred greens was OK but didn’t love it. Favorite dish was the crab agnolotti, scrumptious.

The bucatini served before that was perfectly cooked, but was excessively salty, apparently because of the capers as we mentioned the issue to the server. However, it definitely tasted like someone slipped with the salt shaker. Our main was a kind of disappointing plate of mini meatballs in a sweet and savory sauce. Interesting but for $129 menu maybe we expected more than mini meatballs.

Dessert was a scoop of peach and Prosecco sorbet, refreshing, but a little bit underwhelming for dessert on a tasting menu. I guess as I am writing this I kind of wanted to like it more than I actually ended up liking it.“

“Amazing food, service, and atmosphere! Made a special celebration that much more momentous. Do not skip the prosciutto with ricotta or octopus apps-delicious!“

“I had a wonderful time at Osteria Nonnino. The staff was friendly and my server Luca made sure all of the tables needs were met. The food was delicious, I recommend the gnocchi al pesto. If you’re looking for an Italian restaurant with a more personal atmosphere with delicious food, Osteria Nonnino is the place.“

“Loved this small 100 year old Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village. The food was delish, but even better than the food was the atmosphere and the staff. Our waiter was Tony. Not only was he funny, he knew his pasta! We felt like old friends by the time we left! The bartender was not only beautiful to look at, he too treated us like old friends! He meet us at the door on our way out and gifted me with a juicy birthday kiss! Totally made my night!“

“I simply cannot recommend this restaurant enough. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the atmosphere—the decor is a perfect blend of modern chic and warm coziness. The lighting and design create the ideal setting for a date night or a fun dinner with friends. A special shout-out goes to the bartender, he was incredibly friendly and made the wait fly by, keeping me entertained with great conversation and a perfectly crafted drink until my date arrived. What a welcoming first impression! We were excited to explore their new menu, which is both creative and thoughtfully put together. Every dish we ordered was a delight, proving the kitchen is operating at a very high level. Highly, highly recommended!“

“It was our first time visiting New York and da Toscano came highly recommended, and it did not disappoint! One of the best meals we have had in a very long time, and the service was second to none! Thank you for a wonderful evening 😊“

“The atmosphere was warm and inviting. Our waiter shared that many of the dishes were his grandmother's recipes, which made the experience even more special. The food was absolutely delicious. Definitely a must-visit for authentic Italian cuisine in New York.“

“Atmosfera e cibo top! Consigliassimo“

“Sat at Chefs counter. Started with steak tartar special which was amazing. Next a Spring pasta with envelopes of melted ricotta cheese. My favorite was the rabbit with rigatoni. Unbelievable. A couple glasses of the Barolo by the glass, along with the ice cream sandwich and we were in heaven!“

“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.“

“The service and the food were absolutely amazing. I ordered the ricotta toast and the melon salad. Both were exquisite full of flavor. Then we ordered two pasta dishes that were magnificent. We were fortunate enough to be seated in front of the chefs. The head Chef was so kind and making jokes all night which made us feel very comfortable and welcomed. Thank you! We will certainly be back.“

“Stellar service! Will definitely be back.“

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

“Fantastic authentic Italian in a cozy atmosphere. My friend has a gluten allergy and eating here was the big event of the trip. We loved everything we ate. The boar risotto was outstanding as was the chocolate cake. Ten out of ten, greatly recommend.“

“Cadre très sympa et pizza au top !“

“Delicious food good service“

“Delicious food!! The best place I've been to in the east village in a very long time. I highly recommend it 😋“

“Great service and the Quartro Fromaggio with a dab of honey was amazing .“

“Unforgettable!!! I highly recommend your restaurant!!!“

“Brilliant place - food is awesome and the service is impeccable. Just got placed in my list of must visit places on the LES“

“We enjoyed the food so much!“

“A true gem in the Union Sq/Washington Sq area that combines carefully selected hors d'oeuvres and a wine selection by true connoisseurs.

In late 2024, I became a regular. Yes, the selection of wine is expert, you might be surprised by a fine selection from Alto Adige, which is the chef’s homeland. At Sorsó, you have certified sommeliers who are ready to answer you and help you make the right decision for whatever is your mood . The charcuterie selection, as I mentioned, is spot on. The salads are superb and, honestly, the artichokes are divine — my favorite! The ambience is intimate and feels like home.“

“It is theeeeBEST! Make a reservation NOW!“

“Celebrating our Rosemary and her Daniel’s 2nd anniversary ♥️ The staff and food were fabulous!“

“It was truly an amazing experience. We were treated with kindness and respect. Dennis was so attentive as the entire staff. Our waiter was so kind too. The food, amazing. Lamb chops were delicious. We also had the parpadelle. Good wine selection. Great limoncello.“

“I am so bored of red sauce Italian-American food! I longed for a restaurant with interesting, delicious pasta dishes and found San Carlo. We had a salad and three different pastas, and each dish was thoughtful and balanced. Went back twice in one week for the spaghettone with anchovies. We even have a new favorite truffle pasta in the city! I no longer live here, but will make it a point to return every time I visit family. We loved it, food and service was impeccable.“

“I’m so happy our original Christmas Eve reservation was cancelled and we found this gem. It was perfect. Romantic ambience, beyond excellent service, food was delicious, drinks were strong. My boyfriend and I shared: Appetizers: -Seared scallops: I know right, scallops. Generic usually? But these were in an amazing sauce which was devoured with our side of bread. -Octopus carpaccio: Perfect amount of freshness to balance the rich scallops. Main: -The wood fired fish for two: they brought the fish out from the kitchen to show us the fish in flames and that was very cute and appreciated -Meatless Rigatoni: I seriously held on to this dish to the very last moments even though I didn’t have enough room to finish it lol I was obsessed with the sauce Dessert: - Panna Cotta: the balsamic reduction was something I did not expect with this dessert but it was magical“

“The Sandwiches just like in Florence !!“

“Ethan is an exceptional bartender! He crafted a stunning Nolitarita with tequila, mezcal, and his own spicy hibiscus blend — perfectly balanced and unforgettable. The bar itself is beautiful, making it the ideal spot for a sophisticated night out“

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

“🔝🔝🔝 Giovanni e il suo staff 🥰“

“The food, service, and prices were fantastic. All staff were attentive, pleasant, and professional. We randomly chose this place on a whim walking through little Italy and would absolutely return! Thank you to the staff for a pleasant dining experience!“

“I've been waiting to eat here for over a year, and it did not disappoint. Can't get a dinner reservation? Try lunch, it's fantastic.

Totally worth the hype. Everything was delicious. The only minor disappointment, was not blown away by the Vongole. But honestly we practically ordered the whole menu and everything was so delicious otherwise.“