50 Best Italian Restaurants in New York

“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“

“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.“

“Delicioso highly recommend“

“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.“

“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.“

“Cadre très sympa et pizza au top !“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

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“Had been on my list for a while and finally made it in! I went about 6:45 on a Friday and there were plenty of tables, all of which were filled by 8. The server suggested a pasta not on the menu which absolutely slayed. Creamy with Lima beans, pancetta, and a little lemon, paired well with the Sancerre and delicious focaccia. Vibes were immaculate, with a very cool crowd.“

“absolute yum...farro was off the charts“

“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.“

“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).“

“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!“

“It was our first time at Jupiter, dining as a party of four. The vibe was definitely upscale, and the staff couldn’t have been nicer — very friendly and attentive throughout.

I ordered the ravioli pasta, a Dangerous Summer cocktail, the potato fries as a side, and tiramisu for dessert. The food was delicious across the board, beautifully presented, and everything came out quickly. The portions were smaller than I expected, but the flavors made up for it.

Prices are on the steep side, so I’d keep that in mind, but overall the experience was excellent. I’d recommend Jupiter to anyone looking for great food and service in an upscale setting.“

“Sat at Chefs counter. Started with steak tartar special which was amazing. Next a Spring pasta with envelopes of melted ricotta cheese. My favorite was the rabbit with rigatoni. Unbelievable. A couple glasses of the Barolo by the glass, along with the ice cream sandwich and we were in heaven!“

“It is theeeeBEST! Make a reservation NOW!“

“Restaurante de comida italiana muito bom!“

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

“Brilliant place - food is awesome and the service is impeccable. Just got placed in my list of must visit places on the LES“

“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“

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

“Unreal experience. San Sabino is one of my favorite restaurants in the city; these folks have the total package. Top notch service and staff attention to detail. We ordered plenty of food and cannot wait to return. Highly recommend that you try to snag a confirmed table on Resy. A+“

“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!“

“A gem you can nearly always get a walk in or reservation for in the west village at any hour with high quality italian eats. Their homemade pasta is divine but don’t sleep on the salads!! You can’t beat the spinach gnocchi with Gorgonzola“

“Lovely place, wonderful service“

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

“Excellent meal! Fantastic cocktails and great bartender. Definitely recommend. Branzino for 2 best we’ve had.“

“Nice intimate setting delicious food attentive service“

“Great food and a wonderful staff!“

“3.5/5 What to expect at a trendy ‘Italian’ west village establishment. Cocktails are the best part of the meal. Sitting outside offers fantastic people watching- vibes are good inside as well. Favorite dish was the
RICOTTA GNUDI; sauce is flavorful, it’s not found everywhere. Seasonings used in the lamb meatballs did not compliment each other. And yes cheese is a key ingredient in lasagna bianco, however the dish had way too much, I struggled to finish which does not often happen. Cocktails are good though.“

“fantastico I I went here for my birthday and all 3 courses were excellent. Service was superb.“

“Food and drinks were absolutely delicious and the staff was lovely! So patient and attentive, would definitely go back again.“

“Great food
Portion sizes vary depending on what you order
Was pretty misguided by my waiter and completely over ordered so make sure you double check on sizing
The salad for example is always massive .. like a 4 person salad“

“Superb service Gourmet food Awesome team Best wine Thank you მადლობა“

“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“Really tasty food. It's a bit loud but thats because its busy and full of people - that's a good sign. The spot is popular and you cant tell why. Overall, wonderful experience and would definitely recommend it. Special shoutout to the hostess, really polite, really helpful, and clearly passionate about service.“

“Great quality dining and shopping. Whether dining at one of the great restaurants or shopping to cook at home, you won’t be disappointed.“

“Ecxellent food and outstanding service“

“The best strawberry cheesecake and chocolate covered cannolis I have ever had. 100/10, I’ll dream about these items forever lol.“

“The best bartender in town“

“Fantastic atmosphere, good cocktails and yummy food!“

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

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

“Great vibe, outstanding food and excellent service. What a top NYC restaurant should be.“

“The food is incredible and the service is always on point. The beet hummus was the table's favorite. The watermelon salad was delightful. The drinks are pricey, but they have delicious mocktails and even an alcohol removed sparkling wine.“

“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!!“