50 Best Italian Restaurants near South Hackensack

“This is our fourth visit to I Gemelli. We had not been here for about a year because our last two meals were only OK. This is a BYOB so bring a bottle. What a difference a year makes. The food was excellent. We ordered the Portabello alla Griglia - a portabello mushroom served over thinly sliced potatoes. I had the Pollo Saporito - sauteed pieces of chicken on the bone in a white wine sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and capers. The pignoli nuts added a lot of flavor to the dish. Service was wonderful too. The waiter took the time to explain the specials and answered all of our questions. We will be returning.“

“The roast beef sandwich was great! I ordered onion rings it was great too just a bit overpriced for 5 onion rings. The lady seemed a bit moody but I won't rate your business off of a worker I'll rate it base off the quality of food. Everyone is going through stuff so don't want the business to get a bad rating because of someone who works there. Will return!“

“Drove an hour and a half to take my Mom to lunch, and we loved the food here! The service was outstanding too! Highly recommend this place!“

“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“

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

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“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“Ordered a pepperoni and the truffle cashew cream. I enjoyed the truffle pizza more. Ordered via UberEATS and unfortunately the delivery guy put my pizza in a backpack vertically. This of course made the pizza look like a mess. Still good though.“

“The Japanese and Italian flavors mixed well and are to come back for. I stayed in the hotel where the restraunt was attached. In the area, with a focus of cocktails and table service for an upscale environment, it was delightful.

I love cocktails, and the servers were personable. Nothing pretentious. They focus on service and taste! Our food was excellent and the drinks were even better. It's a pleasant experience.“

“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“

“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.“

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

“This isn’t just a restaurant it’s a slice of Italy in every sense. Run by a passionate Italian family and led by a talented Italian chef, every dish carries the heart, tradition, and bold flavor of real Italian cooking.
You can taste the difference from the hand rolled fresh pasta to the rich sauces. The chef’s dedication to quality and authenticity shines in every bite, with recipes that honor his roots and elevate the classics. Gluten Free Pizza to TRY!!!
The service is impeccable warm, welcoming, and attentive, just like you’d expect in a true Italian home. Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, you’re treated like part of the family.“

“repas poisson excellent et canolli extra“

“Mamma mia, the lobster ravioli hit the spot on this cold rainy night. Perfect temperature, chewiness, amount of ravioli, the amount of lobster meat... the SAUCE. Enjoyed it with a pelligrino sparkling water at dinner, nothing crazy finished the meal off with some macchiato & creme brulee. Excellent service, will come back!“

“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).“

“Delicioso highly recommend“

“It is theeeeBEST! Make a reservation NOW!“

“Restaurante de comida italiana muito bom!“

“Delicious food good service“

“Have posted maybe three reviews in my life, but felt inclined here. The pasta is unreal. Simple, yet innovative, with perfect execution. This place is a must for pasta enthusiasts. Everything is superb, but the lamb neck agnolotti and duck ragu pappardelle w/shaved fois gras are next level. Great staff and vibe as well.“

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

“We will be back! The absolute best Italian food I have had in NYC... maybe its the fresh pasta made as you place your order... or the fried bread (don't leave without ordering some)... or the tiramisu for dessert. Everyone in our party ordered something different and everyone in our party said theirs was "the best pasta ever". Don't miss this restaurant!“

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

“everyone from the hostess to the weight staff to the bus boys. They were all incredibly polite, courteous, and professional. The food was fantastic worth the money. Where we sat, which is outside of the main dining area in a booth with only two tables with four place settings, each was the perfect spot for intimate conversation. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience“

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

“Chazz Palminteri is our go to whenever we are in the city. Why you ask??? First and foremost is the people! Besnik and Nikolla treat us like family. We have been going here for over 10 years. The service is the absolute best. Secondly the food is always amazing. Last night I had the pre fix dinner with mussels, Salmon and sorbet. Delicious, as always!! I highly recommend you try Chazz for dinner. You will be so happy you did!!“

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

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

“Good food, but nothing worth waiting hours for in the rain, like many people were. Broccoli rabe and tonarelli cacio e pepe were great. We were seated at the window, and a homeless guy came right up and started staring at us, but the server was very nice and got him to leave.“

“Restaurante de comida italiana muito bom!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“After having dinner at Fasano yesterday, I found myself wondering why it didn’t feel like a “wow” experience. I think it’s because the very upscale, almost uptight atmosphere didn’t quite match the quality of the food which was good, but not exceptional. The heavy curtains didn’t help the ambiance, and at one point I noticed the music was off, which made things feel even more dreary“

“It was our first trip to SORSO, and it did not disappoint. Great little wine bar in a great neighborhood near NYU. The menu is limited, but perfect for a bottle of wine and some lite fare. Our waiter was great and recommended a fabulous white wine from his hometown region near the Dolomites! Great evening.“

“Absolutely loved Forsythia for a date night!

Gorgeously designed menu.

Great service - attentive, knowledgeable and kind. The focaccia is delicious - recommend the honey butter, olive oil & ricotta to accompany. We split the beet salad and arancini - only call out was the prosciutto on the beet salad was “fried / crispy” vs fresh. For pastas we ordered the lasagna which is a MUST order - perfectly crisp, and the agnolotti short rib pasta. I did not love the agnolotti - would try a different pasta next time. For dessert we had the stracciatella gelato - so yummy and perfect palate cleanser. Must order.

The vibe of the restaurant was so cute - brick walls, intimate, warm, inviting. Even the candle in the bathroom smelled like a wood cabin campfire - invoking a comforting, home-like atmosphere.“

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

“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.“

“Wonderful Italian restaurant near the water in Long Island City. Definitely recommend setting a reservation as this place does fill up. The restaurant staff show great professionalism They were warm, attentive, and welcoming, providing prompt service. The cocktails were strong but both tasty and refreshing. From the pizza to the tartare to the pasta, everything was freshly prepared and full of flavor. It’s literally nothing like authentic, freshly prepared pasta and they nailed it. Definitely high on my list of top Italian spots I have experienced.“

“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!“

“Stellar service! Will definitely be back.“

“Came from Texas to eat here, we’re thrilled with the amazing food!“

“I just noticed that this place offers breakfast, and was able to try it yesterday. I was impressed! Really enjoyed the omelette, and the decor and atmosphere was pleasant. Definitely has a European vibe to it. Free refills on the coffee would have made it perfect, but otherwise a 5 out of 5 experience!“

“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!“

“Had a wonderful experience with my brother and sister in law! Very friendly and attentive! Bruno was fantastic and so was the food!“

“We used to frequent the Astoria location which was always so great. The new Manhattan location is no different. Somewhat smaller, but just very cozy and very nice looking. Amazing food as always. The flavors and taste are just the best. No matter what you order you will not go wrong. The service is top notch and Rocco and his staff are just the best at what they do. Just go, you won't regret it.“

“A much-anticipated and much-enjoyed lunch at Santi. Every staff member was warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and all with proper discretion. I felt really well taken care of during my entire visit.

The tonno was presented beautifully, and is a perfectly composed dish. The textures and flavors align to a really satisfying bite.

And the busiante was divine - unctuous and rich without being too heavy. My only regret was that it was too early in the day to enjoy with a glass of barolo. A reason to return!

The seasonal focaccia was also an excellent touch. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Excellent place to eat authentic Italian dinner with family. Great food and excellent service by their employees. 100% Recommended!!“