32 Best Italian Restaurants in Albany

“This place is by far the best Italian restaurant in Albany! The food is amazing we did the eight course meal and everything was amazing. The meatballs were awesome. The octopus is the best I've ever had anywhere even the salad with this fresh vinaigrette lemon and pepper. The entree the pasta is perfect the sauce is clearly homemade. I would recommend this place without hesitation you would not be disappointed.“

“Italian Japanese in Albany. Who knew?

Fun, creative fusion dishes. Japanese Curry pasta with scallops and shrimp. Cornish hen with togarashi, cipolini onions and mashed potatoes. No sushi, teriyaki or other generic Japanese restaurant items.

Very cool cocktail and mocktail options.

Austere decor. Energetic staff. Definitely worth it.“

“We stumbled on the place by chance and were not disappointed. The bartender, Jill was very friendly. Our meals were full of flavor. My husband got the chicken parm and I the barramundi. Finished by a tiramisu martini with a side of tiramisu. Sooooo good. We will definitely go back! Oh! The fresh bread and olive oil topped with tapenade was delish as well!“

“Absolutely wonderful experience! I took 12 employees out to celebrate the holiday season and see a show in Albany. From the time we called for a reservation, right through dinner, the entire staff, and especially our server Casey were so welcoming and accommodating. The drinks, food, and service were all superb! Casey made us feel like we were the only thing that mattered in the restaurant, while the kitchen and bar handled some special requests with ease! In a world where the meaning of hospitality seems to have been forgotten by so many, this restaurant still knows what it means, and executes flawlessly. I highly recommend, and will definitely be back when in the Albany area. (I may even have to make a special trip back just for this restaurant!)“

“My VERY FAVORITE restaurant ❤️❤️❤️“

“The food, service & ambience were all superb!! 5⭐️“

“BEST ITALIAN FOOD IN THE NORTEAST ,“

“Fast, friendly service. Great food!“

“Best coffee in Albany, flavor and comfort guaranteed!“

“Fast, friendly service. Great food!“

“5 stars.Best in Albany. Been coming here since I was a kid,in the 90s.“

“Ricardo and his brother are amazing! I walk in and hear how are you Mr Frank everytime. Food is always perfect! I order appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, dinners always delicious! My favorite is the Blackened Chicken Sandwich! Highly recommend you to try them!“

“custimer service is excellant but most of all their pizza is the best of the of the best keep the good work up you all rock“

“I’ve been coming here since 1992 and every time I’m in Upstate Albany New York. I have to make a pit stop.
I loved how welcoming this place felt. The menu had plenty of options, and everything I ordered tasted great. It's the kind of place you stumble upon and then keep returning to. It's more than just a dining spot; it's a true local gem, a place that, once discovered, inevitably draws you back with its unwavering charm and consistently delightful offerings.“

“Fabulous food and friendly people! Lots to look at while you eat or wait. Thanks everyone! ❤️🥰“

“Thanks for the pickle pizza!! You made this pregnant lady very happy 🥰🥒🍕“

“Great place to stop when passing through Albany for some quick fresh Italian food take-out for the whole family. Seriously, forget the Thruway rest areas. If you have kids whose staple food is boiled noodles and butter, no matter the time nor the day, Bellini's will satisfy, and won't break the bank. Without a Noodles & co around for at least 100 miles, Bellini's has you covered, and is a must-stop for us. I can also recommend the meatballs and sausage.“

“Our new place to go. We did the family meal takeout. It was delicious, everything was great. We even added meatballs and sausage, plus canoli's for dessert. The price was more than reasonable for the amount of food. Top notch all the way!!!“

“I visit there about 4-5 times a month to grab a bite to eat, I usually get the lasagna dinner or their hot subs. Hands down the best in the area. The staff is always friendly and helpful. when in the area a must stop it won't disappoint!“

“amazing food! love the burger and fries. yummy!“

“I have ben to few Sbarro's, as far away as Nassau, Bahamas. the producte are consistent. I do like the pizza, new york style and Sicilian . Usually when. in colonie center I get ziti to go . After I pay I usually look at the wide pizza selection and enjoy it vicariously . The other things look good. As a good italian, who has done many reviews. As many as I come across. Sbarro's new ork style is quite good and if I was hungry for pizza, I would not pass it up .“

“Housefly alert.
I've been to Jacob & Anthony's many times, and the food and service have been good.

Today at a lunch I hosted for out-of-town guests, the experience deserves 1 star because the housefly problem inside the restaurant was terrible. Many swarming flies pestered the five of us -- landing on our faces and heads and hands throughout the meal. It was hard to maintain a conversation.

I know it's not fair to post a definitive rating on a restaurant's worst day, so that's why I'm giving 4 stars not 1. Still, management needs to be on notice and get this problem under control.“

“always satisfied , staff and food is always great and family approved meals for sure🙌“

“Excellent service! Great food! Reasonable prices. Morgan was a great waitress! Perfect dinner! Thank you!“

“I attended a fund raising event today.The staff was extraordinary!The food was in generous and delicious portions,and the pastry table prior to the event was luscious especially the cheese danish. Food was served experty.I had a wonderful time and thank all the staff for a job very well done!“

“Solid and reliable! Always good food and great portions- easily accommodated our large party and super attentive staff.“

“Best Italian food in Albany!“

“Wow the pizza is amazing! I ordered the gluten free pizza and it was incredible. Husband and son got the regular pizza and it was also delicious! Cool atmosphere and the outdoor area is neat!“

“Tastes god and delicious“

“Franks has the best of both worlds; Italian food and ice cream. Don’t miss out on their holiday treats or the fact that they are open almost year round. The staff is friendly and always treats my family great when we visit for a quick dinner and treat. One of our favorite places to have dinner with the kids.“

“Dinner buffets are awesome! Prices are great and lots of option available.“

“I went there for the second time yesterday and had a really great experience again.
The food was fresh, the worker behind the counter Morgan, was pleasant, made sure my food was made exactly how I wanted it, and made sure I had everything I needed.
Very refreshing because I love to not notice choices or forget something important for my meal.
As a vegetarian eating out can be a real pain, but after my experience yesterday I'm confident that if I show up here, I'm going to leave happy.
I didn't remember to take a picture until I was a quarter of the way through but thought with how well my food was made it warranted a picture anyway.
10/10 for food and service, I highly recommend.
Thank you so much for the excellent service.
I'll be back!“