50 Best Italian Restaurants near Mt Vernon

“Was there last night. Vlad is awesome. His Martinis are excellent and his service is top notch. Had the ravioli which was amazing. Will definitely be back.“

“I got it delivered and was so happy grubhub would deliver to me. The Sicilian Pizza is the best i have had. We added sausage and meatballs to make it a meal. The tortellini soup and eggplant rollatini were both outstanding. The delivery was fast and everything arrived hot and tasty.“

“Old school pizza joint. Stopped in first time for a slice and had a great chat with 86yr old pizza maker from Naples .. the pizza is thin and crispy almost cracker ...
Loved it !.. My new favorite in Mount Vernon .. simple no nonsense place to have a slice .“

“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“The food was very good. Everything was fresh and had great flavor. Wide selection of options so good for families. The service was not good. It took forever to get menus (we had to ask eventually) and it was almost half hour before we got our drinks and placed our order. Even more odd, we never knew who our waiter was. Normally they introduce themselves but I felt like we ordered from two or three different people. The value and quality was great. The amount of food we got for the price was enough to feed more than our table of 5. This is good value spot for big families to get an affordable and quality dinner Overall, not a terrible experience and would try again. If the service had been on par, this would've been a 5 easily.“

“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“

“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! 🍝🍕“

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

“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!“

“Solid neighborhood spot. The downstairs is more of a bar (but still serving real food), while upstairs is sit-down and family friendly. The orecchiette was tasty, and the pesto had a nice fresh flavor. The sopressetta and hot honey pizza was a great balance of flavors and a touch of heat. For dessert, we had the banana bread pudding, which was cinnamon-y and cozy.“

“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.“

“The food, service were outstanding. I’ll be back the next time I’m in NY.“

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

“Truly lovely experience all around. We were welcomed into this cozy spot by a friendly staff with Kimi taking extra care to make our evening pleasant. Seating is limited with reservations becoming necessary to guarantee a space, but honestly the space is the perfect set up for good conversation. The wine list was nicely curated—we chose the 2017 Super Tuscan, which was smooth, rich, and paired well across the meal. We began with the antipasto. The quality was immediately apparent... the prosciutto was buttery on the palate and the house pickled veggies added a bright, fresh note. For the mains, the cacio e pepe had the perfect creamy texture (I need the chef to teach me their ways for this!), well-balanced salt to black pepper, and good bite to the pasta. My husband was lucky enough to snag the final duck ragu special of the evening and (wow!) we're so glad to have done so. Perfectly cooked with tender meat and flavors that transported us right back to the osterias on the streets of Italy. We ended with the tiramisu (light and creamy) and a pistachio affogato, which did get a bit outshined. Hospitality was top notch here making this is a “must add” meal experience for your list. We will definitely be returning for more.“

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

“Super cozy neighborhood restaurant. The food is delicious and happy hour is a must! $7 glass of wine and tons of appetizers to choose from. Reservations recommended in advance as the place was packed when we were there.

Thank you for a wonderful evening!“

“Great atmosphere. The food is fresh and tastes delicious! The staff is attentive and friendly.“

“Great atmosphere great food great vibe great service!!!!“

“Look on Yelp for an extensive review.“

“Our last and by far best meal in NYC!“

“Recommended.“

“a great experience . high quality food“

“Rialto was a wonderful experience. From the moment we entered we were greeted with a smile & escorted through the modernly adorned decor of the bar & great room to a white cloth table. The waiters are very attentive & and dotting. The drinks, appetizers & entrees were fabulous & the desert divine. The owner personally checked in on us several times to make sure all was to par. Rialto surpassed our expectations & provided a wonderful evening out. Kudos to the whole team..“

“Beautiful restaurant! Food very good except for one time. Service also usually good except for one time. Reasonably priced as well. I've been there 4 times & plan to be going back soon!“

“The food quality was noticeably better than just okay. The selection presents varied meal options. As usual, I found the sweet options most memorable. To highlight first, the staff's service is exceptional. I'm excited to try more items here.“

“Always a win here. Friendly, capable staff, outstanding proper brick oven pizza (and dessert), perfect spot for a casual family night. Will continue to be a regular!“

“Wonderful food. Wonderful service!“

“Great atmosphere, delicious food and an amazing staff. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend.“

“Some restaurants radiate warmth the moment you step inside, and this is one of them. From the seating to the final farewell, every staff member was polite and professional. My steak was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, and the pasta was easily one of the best I've ever had.
Oh, and don't miss out on the cocktails! We ordered the ‘Vagabondo’ and the ‘Espresso Martini,’ and both were absolutely delicious.
Truly a place I want to revisit on a special day.“

“Good food 😀😂 friendly service“

“I will recommend to all Friends and Family“

“We finally made it to this Gem 💎 Italian restaurant. The authentic Italian food was a true delight Rich in flavor. Special thank you to Nicholas, who made our first experience top-notch, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable service.  TyJason Michael for the great recommendation. “

“We had a wonderful meal there - all four entrees were excellent, the service was perfect, and the price is very reasonable. I wasn't expecting such a tasty meal!“

“Go for the reviews - leave shaking your head saying “those reviews were on-point”. The only annoying part, and not worth deducting even 1/4 of a star, is the pushy “ we need your entire order right away because everything is made to order” jargon. They do it to speed you along as you can’t get your apps until you order your main meal. But even with that and not having a reserved table ready on time - this place is 100% worthy of ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!“

“I took my family to la riserva last week. We had an amazing dinner. My girls loved the pasta fagioli!!! They also enjoyed their meals; pasta with marinara and the chicken parmigiana with green beans. My husband and I equally enjoyed our meals. The service was great. Our waitress was knowledgeable and everything came out in a timely manner. I will definitely recommend la riserva to my friends.“

“I love Bigoi Venezia! Their pasta is amazing!“

“Vegan Friendly ❤️🩷 Great place.“

“My first time here but have been following them for years. OMG, the real deal! I was in a rush so ordered two sandwiches and three pies for a pick-up, but saw that tire was stocked with authentic Italian products so want to come back and shop!“

“By far the best new restaurant in Mamaroneck in years! great food and service.“

“One word DIABLO !!!🙏❤️ Frost Beer was ice cold !!!“

“If you go in New York absolutely you have to go to taste the food in La voglia restaurant. I recommend to everyone.“

“Excellent place to have a party! Eddie and his staff were amazing!! Can't wait to have another celebration there again 😊“

“Fantastic food, service and atmosphere… feels like home only better! I highly recommend Tarrallucci e Vino!“

“Wife and I flew into JFK late one Friday. We were famished , it was 1030 by the time we got to Arthur Ave.. We parked and walked , came upon people eating alfresco. We asked if any place was still serving. The "MAN" Vic asked what we would like, from one of the tables. In no time we had a bottle of Vino Tinto in front of us and people were making us try food they were dining on. I felt like I was at my friends ,' THE PIAZZAS " house. The food was excellent and the people better. Can not wait to go back !“

“Love this place, everything is fresh and delicious and the staff is super nice !“

“Basilico Restaurant was fantastic. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was warm and comfortable. Everything—from the pasta to the dessert—tasted amazing. I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“They haven't changed their ingredients at all it's nothing like being able to enjoy s childhood fav... that's rare. I remembered when they first open. Till this day they still will give a free pizza for every 10 pizzas you purchase. Keep your coupons they give you! It's how you get your free pizza.“

“Our Valentine’s evening was truly enchanting. The ambiance was romantic and refined, and each dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor.

What made the night exceptional was our serve Ines. Gracious, attentive, and wonderfully intuitive without ever being intrusive. We felt genuinely cared for from start to finish.

A memorable and elegant experience we look forward to repeating.“