50 Best Italian Restaurants near Manhattan

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

“Great place, loved the cocktails and service!“

“Voto 10 con Lode. Se venite a New York non potete non provarlo .“

“Great pizzeria! 🍕 The atmosphere is cozy, and the staff are friendly and attentive. The pizza is fresh, with thin, crispy dough and really high-quality ingredients. I especially loved the Margherita — simple but so delicious. Service was quick, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality you get. Definitely one of those places you’ll want to come back to again and again. Highly recommend!“

“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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“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

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

“Best vegan pizza in NYC. I could have sworn I reviewed Double Zero before and now I’m wondering if the review disappeared because it was for their old location. They moved (on the same block I think?) into a place that looks a little tighter inside but had an outdoor seating.

Came with a party of 3 and sat inside for a quiet Saturday night dinner—interior seating was maybe half full and exterior seating was packed.

Warning interior didn’t have AC running.

Got two pizzas and jackfruit tacos

Jackfruit tacos: Good but lacked a sauce or spice that left it getting drowned out by the much more flavorful pizzas

Truffle cashew cream pizza: Excellent. Third time getting it and every time it’s been a hit. Flavorful spread of mushrooms on cashew cheese

Spicy Pepperoni Pizza: Pepperonis themselves quite good on a tomato, basil, cheese base. Note the pepperonis have coconut in them in case you’re allergic.

Also got two cocktails and a mocktail, but nothing to report there. My Moscow mule was largely ice.

Unfortunately, the owner is apparently a terrible person according to the April 22, 2024 NYTimes article, but the food is good especially for vegans.“

“Delicioso highly recommend“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Great food, warm and welcoming staff.“

“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.“

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

“repas poisson excellent et canolli extra“

“I'd had this place on my list for a long time and finally got the chance to visit! I was not disappointed. We were seated on the outdoor terrace (which was pretty loud and cold, because of the AC). Volume aside, the food was amazing! Standouts: the tiramisu and corn pasta. A great neighbourhood spot, though a little pricey!“

“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).“

“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 😊“

“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!“

“Had a lovely dinner here with friends and everything was spot on. The place is beautifully designed, chic yet cozy, with soft background music that sets the perfect mood. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with great attention to detail. Service was excellent too: super kind and attentive staff. A perfect spot for anyone looking to enjoy quality Italian cuisine in a refined setting.“

“It is theeeeBEST! Make a reservation NOW!“

“Came to a wedding and the food is absolutely phenomenal!“

“We stumbled upon this restaurant after not finding any open seats in the area and so glad we did. Despite them closing in 30 minutes they did not hesitate to seat our party of 6. The manager was amazing and seriously a gem between advising the perfect meal choices and wine pairings, she also poured the drinks, cut the pasta and still took time to give us the best recommendations for a visit to Milan. This was probably one of the best pastas I have ever had! Thank you!!!! What a gem find!!“

“Fun indoor/outdoor dining environment and delicious food make for a nice night out!“

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

“cameriera italiana con capelli corti. scortese e molto maleducata. non tornerò piu. non ha saputo ne servire il cliente oltre al fatto che dovrebbe farsi un corso di corretto italiano prima di parlare con un cliente in quel modo. pessima pubblicità al locale. peccato e mi dispiace ma non tornerò più.“

“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.“

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

“Delicious food good service“

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

“Great food and atmosphere. The mocktail was superb“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“It’s a restaurant that’s reminds me of my childhood and my early Twenties that was my go to Italian restaurant. I loved everything about this place and enjoyed the great food. I took my wife to celebrate our birthday together and talked about how amazing it was growing up in this neighborhood.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“The food was absolutely amazing, it was well prepared and the service went above and beyond. The waiter was very friendly and the owner was so lovely, they noticed I was hot and handed me a mini fan to cool off! The atmosphere is perfect and gorgeous. Highly recommend visiting this spot, it’s family friendly as well!“

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

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

“🍷✨ Osteria Brooklyn @LIC – A Taste Beyond Italy 🇮🇹🍝

If you’re searching for something beyond Italian taste, then Osteria Brooklyn @LIC is the destination. Every dish feels like a piece of paradise – crafted with passion, authenticity, and flavor that lingers long after the last bite. 🌿🍕

Their wine selection is truly unique, pairing perfectly with the rich and soulful meals. 🍷✨ And the staff? They don’t just serve you – they make you feel so welcome, you’ll never want to leave. 🤗❤️

The ambiance, flavors, and hospitality blend together in a way that’s unforgettable. Truly an Italian gem in NYC. 🌟

Blessing job 🙏💫 to all the team at Osteria Brooklyn @LIC – you’ve created more than a restaurant; you’ve created a home for the heart and tastebuds.“

“neighborhood diamond … love this place“

“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“