7 Best Italian Restaurants in Palo Alto

Italico Ristorante Pizzeria Italian • $$
341 California Ave, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Fam Style Spaghetti Di Mare
Pizza Margherita Pizza
Paccheri Del Console
Risotto of the Day
Mixed Greens Salad
Caramel Sea Salt
Mortadella Pizza
Pollo Milanese
Cacio E Pepe
Tiramisu

“This is my first time visiting Itálico for my birthday! The food is excellent. The service was phenomenal and everyone absolutely delightful. Michael was so attentive and hospitable! He genuinely wanted to get to know my family and I, and was so sweet. Super profesional and kind to all. He made my family feel super welcomed and felt like a queen on my birthday! Our server was also Carlos was absolutely excellent and gave amazing service to us and everyone else!! He was so funny and always made sure we were all good. I recommend everyone try this restaurant! Graziie Mille Michael . -Haydee “

4.4 Superb81 Reviews
Cafe Pro Bono Italian • $$
2437 Birch St, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Gnocchi Homemade with Basil Pesto Sauce Sun Dried Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
Hangar Steak with Vegetables
Chocolate Decadence
Linguini Vongole
Grilled Polenta
Tiramisu Cake
Veal Marsala
Rack of Lamb
Panna Cotta
Creme Brulee

“We are faithful diners at this local neighborhood cafe . The owner is always so cordial in his greeting of us and the staff always are so courteous and have smiles despite the busy atmosphere of this Valentine's dinner . The dedicated menu for the evening was sufficient to please the diverse palates ( though our friend who received the duck breast choice was a bit displeased because the slices were very thin and small compared to what was usually served to others ) but taste wise he said it was very good . The seabass and the lamb choices were delicious ... no complaints there !! We love this cafe and look forward to returning and ordering from their usual menu ( esp. the squid ink pasta which is a FAVORITE ♥️) I highly recommend this cafe for a dining choice ??“

4.5 Superb114 Reviews
Vina Enoteca Italian • $$$
700 Welch Rd #110, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Salumi and Cheese Board
Spaghetti Cacio E Pepe
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Polipo Alla Griglia
Caesar Salad
Funghi Pizza
Ravioli
Tiramisu
Gelato

“Had a great experience when visiting on a Friday evening at 7pm without a reservation. We quickly got a table and got prompt service.They offer cocktails (~$15) both with and without alcohol. I can highly recommend "Last Stand" (Gin, Aperol, Prosecco & perchaud Bitters) or the blood orange mocktail.We had two homemade pasta dishes that were both really tasty (Bolognese & cacio et pepe) and finished with a tiramisu shared between the two of us.The tiramisu was served in a small bowl which sadly meant a high cream to ladyfingers ratio. Still tasty but could have been better.Altogether we paid $130 incl tax and tip.“

4.3 Superb70 Reviews
Bistro Elan Italian • $$$
2363 Birch St, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Cast Iron Seared Flatiron Steak
Amuse Bouche
Plates

“I don’t know why this restaurant doesn’t have a line outside the door! The food is always delicious and fresh. The menu is small but PERFECT. They change things up slightly seasonally and I’ve never eaten anything there that wasn’t 10/10.“

4.6 Superb25 Reviews
Mike's Diner Bar Palo Alto Italian • $$
2680 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Pear Salad with Gorgonzola
Fig and Burrata Pizza
Baja Fish Tacos
Cheeseburger
Creme Brulee

“We met up with friends. When asked what was good we said everything We each thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Thai beef salad, tacos, pastas. The restaurant was quite busy. We were not rushed and we enoour time there. The noise level was a bit higher than usual including some pounding in the kitchen.“

4.3 Superb83 Reviews

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Terún Italian • $$
448 California Ave, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Brunello Di Montalcino Tenuta Conforti Btl
Fam Style Prosciutto E Burrata
Lemon Panna Cotta with Berries
Butter Lettuce Salad
Tortino Al Ciccolato
Risotto of the Day
Branzino Al Forno
Eggplant Polpette
Burrata Cheese
Caramel Gelato

“As an Italian always desperately trying to find good pizzerias in the USA…. I think I have found my favourite one. Ingredients are fresh and authentic, and the pizza is just SO GOOD! And not heavy at all! Because that’s how a pizza should be: an healthy meal! Definitely worth it, spend all your money there, great Italian food guaranteed.“

4.2 Good134 Reviews
Howie's Artisan Pizza Pizza • $$
855 El Camino Real #60, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Chinese Chicken Salad
Fettucine Bolognese
Pizza Margherita
The Works Pizza
Spicy Meatballs
Chopped Salad
Caesar Salad
Prosciutto

“This spot is worth the trip. Great service, great atmosphere and the pizza crust is a piece of art. Perfectly soft with some crunch, great flavor, but the real differentiator is the lightness. The lightness means it was cooked absolutely perfectly, tasted like pizza from Florence!“

4.1 Good39 Reviews
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