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 love this pizza 🍕 place . It’s like little Italy in the city❤️😊“

“These are larger than normal sized slices! Don't let the first glance fool you. They're thin and crispy and another review said they're not as salty or greasy as other places and I 100% agree. Our chicken calzone was HUGE but perhaps John thought we didn't have enough food. The chicken wasn't flavorful but the marinara that came on the side was real nice. John and his daughter-in-law (?) were so attentive - extra napkins and forks for the kids, offered to rewrap our calzone to go, some little candies to go. As for ambience, you're not coming in here for that but with 2 kids, you don't need that. But if you're looking for the nostalgic pizzerias from back in the day, this is it. Just missing an arcade system. Also heads up, cash only.“

“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“I loved my dinner here and will be coming back again and again. The food and service are exceptional (the tomato salad is amazing and their grilled chicken outstanding) and it's one of those restaurants -- increasingly all too rare -- where you feel genuinely welcome and wanted from the minute you walk in the door. My friend broke her wine glass towards the end of our meal (we were both finished eating our main courses) and the maitre d' offered to give us two new main courses because there was food left on our plates and they were concerned about glass shards in our food. We declined but it was an incredibly thoughtful offer (and the accident was entirely our fault). Lovely atmosphere, top-notch cocktails and outstanding food. Go!“

“The atmosphere was classy and inviting, and the food was delicious. My friend and I had the calamari, baked clams, chicken parmesan, and an eggplant dish, and everything was really good.
The cocktails were superb! I hardly ever drink, and mine was just right. The service was also excellent—the waiters were attentive and on point throughout the entire meal.
I live in the neighborhood, so I’ll definitely be ordering takeout and stopping by again for dinner or maybe brunch. It’s a great neighborhood spot, and I highly recommend it!“

“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“

“This place is truly a hole in the wall! In the best way! My son recommended us this Italian wine bar with real candles, lighting the entire restaurant and with a very romantic ambience upstairs! The food was phenomenal, our waiter was friendly and the wait staff was quick! I must say the hostess was a bit distracted when we arrived, while she was sitting on a table by the entrance on her phone. I think that looks unprofessional for “the face” of the restaurant. We enjoyed our meal and were sat upstairs aside not having a reservation. We will definitely be back next time we are in the city!“

“We had a wonderful dinner celebrating my daughter's 21st birthday! The meal and atmosphere were amazing! Most , the service was phenomenal! Our server, Miranda was wonderful! We were well taken care of for this celebration! It's our 1st time here but won't be our last! Thank you for an amazing evening to celebrate my daughter's 21st birthday!“

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

“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.“

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

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

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

“a great experience . high quality food“

“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!“

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

“Great service and incredibly tasty food !!!!! If you haven’t been you’re missing out!!!!💯 Food and service was outstanding, thank you for an enjoyable afternoon 😊“

“Enjoyed a wonderful meal outdoors Saturday night. Waiter was attentive, food was delicious and atmosphere was quaint. Would definitely plan to be back again.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Wonderful restaurant, great food, conveniently located, with an amazing staff. Enjoyed a pasta dish, Paccheri. I planned a visit for two, at the last minute, they allowed me to increase our group to 8 people (not during peak hours, but still remarkable)“

“Lovely quaint cozy little place. The food was excellent. I had the salmon and a side of mushrooms. Both were delicious! My husband had the ragu and said it was “solid”. The wait staff were attentive and friendly. We had a great time. Thank you!“

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

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

“Look on Yelp for an extensive review.“

“I love this place! Came here with a group of 11 at 1PM on a Sunday for brunch and it was all of our first times. The bottomless special is likely one of the best I’ve had in the city. $45 for 90 minutes of brunch drinks plus an entree.

To eat we had chicken and eggplant parmigiana, carbonara, banana bread french toast, and the frittata. The chicken parm was defintely the star, I think 3-4 of us ordered it. Drinks were excellent, the tropical fizz was the best of the options but can’t go wrong with any of them.

Shoutout to Florin for accommodating my group and helping me have one of best birthdays I’ve ever had. He also served us and made the drinks, he does it all! I’ll definitely be coming here again to check out the happy hour specials and dinner.“

“Our third time dining at Via Vai last night, and once again, it did not disappoint! We’ve become regular customers for a reason—the entire experience is consistently exceptional.

The atmosphere is relaxing, warm, and incredibly comfortable, making it the perfect place for a beautiful meal and a great evening. The service was excellent—attentive, welcoming, and thoughtful without ever feeling overbearing.

And the food was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the porcini and truffle pizza, cacio e pepe, bucatini, and tiramisu, and every dish was outstanding and made with care. Each bite was full of flavor with remnants of true Italian flair!

A special mention to Chef Antonio, who is incredibly humble and clearly passionate about what he creates. That combination of talent and humility makes the experience feel even more special.

We’re so happy to have discovered Via Vai and look forward to coming back again and again. If you’re looking for delicious food, wonderful service, and a relaxing atmosphere in Queens, Via Vai is absolutely worth a visit. Highly recommended! ❤🍝🍕“

“A wonderful dining experience“

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

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

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

“Good food 😀😂 friendly service“

“We had an amazing dining experience at Verana. The atmosphere was elegant and welcoming, making it a perfect place for a special night out. The food was outstanding—every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The house-made pasta was fresh and delicious, and the service was attentive and friendly throughout the evening. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend Verana to anyone looking for an exceptional Italian restaurant in the area!“

“My friends and I live in different states we found Basilico as a middle ground to meet and thankfully they were able to accommodate us. I must say from the minute you walk in to the 4 hours later the staff were beyond courteous and accommodating. The food was AMAZING the drinks in another level. The bartender made special drinks to accommodate us. My only regret was having too many spicy margaritas not to recall everyone’s name 🫣. Regardless even as we closed down the restaurant and staff were leaving as we stood in front talking, they still treated us as family. Ultimately if you want a cozy family like experience but with exceptional food and above and beyond service Basilico is a must. Oh and the favorites were the lamb chops, seafood risotto and lava cake just as an fyi.🤗🤗“

“What a hidden gem not far from Central Park, the Maitre D Edward (Steve) is brilliant everything done to perfection, service was brilliant the young lady from Albania is lovely, food was great and great price, not over priced like Time Sq, we have eaten here the last 5 days and certainly worth the money Thank you all xxx From Ben and Myself“

“Wonderful food. Wonderful service!“

“We have been going to Bosfa Restaurant since it opened . The food is terrific. The seafood is so fresh. I can’t say enough about it. The service great. What more can I say.“

“Vegan Friendly ❤️🩷 Great place.“

“Mambo Italiano was such a great find...Awesome, authentic food. Everything is made from pastas to desserts. They also have a secret ingredient and warm and welcoming staff who clearly love what they do. Thank you.“

“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. “

“Had an amazing experience at Da Giorgio. The food is incredible and is the real deal authentic Calabrian cuisine. Everything tasted fresh and homemade and the desserts were insanely good. The service was fantastic from start to finish the ambiance is perfect small, romantic, and very welcoming. Definitely one of those places you can’t wait to go back to!“

“Had a great experience at Frankie's. They were able to accommodate our party of 11 at the last minute and were very flexible when part of our group were late. We never felt rushed and the staff was attentive. The food was delicious. Would definitely return here the next time we're in town!“

“Everything is always delicious“

“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.“

“the food is so amazing. this place never disappoints.“

“The food is delicious the staff is amazing“

“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!“

“Please delete this lunatic“

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