50 Best Italian Restaurants in Brooklyn

“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.“

“This place really lived up to the hype - all the food was fantastic esp the ricotta crostina, meatballs, rigatoni, and the rice balls, but everything was above average. Additionally service was great, and very lively fun atmosphere, plus it was really warm given how cold its been recently. All and all i think its a great place to take a group of 8 or more for reasonably priced italian food that has above average taste. I will definitely be back.“

“repas poisson excellent et canolli extra“

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

“Everything was great, and appreciated the friendly service. Highly recommend checking this place out.

+ Fires of Vesuvius was our favorite cocktail. Strong flavor and great spice level.
+ Enjoyed the crudo. It was light and fresh, packed with flavor.
+ Monkey bread seems popular, so I don't have much to add. I will say, it was larger than expected and pretty filling!
+ Definitely preferred the riggies over the rotalini. I just don't think we had the palate for the broccoli rabe.
+ Panna cotta had three or four layers, so satisfying to take a spoonful.
+ Baba-yaki was interesting. Great texture, and fun to eat. I don't think I ever tried amaro. It was definitely an adjustment.

Overall, it was a lovely and creative experience, with lots of little surprises throughout the evening.“

“Great food, warm and welcoming staff.“

“Food is yummy! My go to place in Brooklyn! Coda is excellent and the flatbread are also yummy! The Sangiovese red wine on tap is also nice! Highly recommend and make reservations in the weekend“

“The food was great start to finish.
The cocktail I tried was also on point.
They didn't rush us at all.

But:
It was very loud.
Our two top menu choices were both out.
Service was a little off.

Maybe Sunday evening's aren't their best time?“

“everything. food is delicious!“

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

“A cozy and busy place on a cold Wednesday night. The service was good but not super attentive—we had to get the waiter’s attention a few time to refill our glasses. But the main reason why we came were the vey positive food reviews. The appetizers (burrata, oxtail) were indeed amazing but my Saltimbocca was very disappointing: dry meat, barely any sage, reheated potatoes.“

“The spinach mascarpone pasta was 10/10 the flavor was incredible! I would actually skip the ricotta toast- I wasn’t impressed. The rest was good, the squash pasta was another standout.
We were a tad rushed for a table of four, the rest of the pastas were OK (Ragu was a tad salty), good wine selection and cocktails were delicious all in all, 3.5-4/5!“

“What a great place !! Cozzy spot for the family great ambience and vibe of the place. The food is just authentic and best in the city. These guys deserve to be in the manhattan city. Sara, Alexzander and the third guy are the best people and are great with their guest.“

“Went last night for St. Valentine’s day, I must confess I ended up here by mistake, my reservation was in another restaurant across the street, but for some unknown reason I came here and it was amazing, my only regret was not being here before… Food was beyond amazing, the lasagna is a MUST! I have never had something like that before, would love to go back again.

I would think that on a busy day like this, service/food might not be the best, but they proved me wrong, staff was very nice,they didn’t take forever with our food, music was nice too.

Can’t wait to go and try the brunch one of these days…

PS: I tried the cucumber drink, which is alcohol free and it was also very good, the olive oil cake since the tiramisu had finished,it wasn’t bad but I bet they have better options for desserts.“

“I just love this place... !“

“Bar Mario has been on our list for a while. Glad we got to step in. The staff were super warm and welcoming, especially Natalie!! We sat at the bar and enjoyed our conversation with her along with some of the specials and recommendations for the night. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, so delicious and comforting. Highly recommend the lasagna. A lovely spot, so happy we finally got to try. Will be back soon!“

“Experimentar o Amaro é uma experiência divertida!“

“The atmosphere and service were outstanding. We only went for desert and coffee. The chocolate cake was amazing. A couple we vacationed with has eaten dinner there 2 nights before and said how amazing the food was. One of the staff members even gave us a personal tour and history of the building. Will be back to Brooklyn and will definitely come back.“

“It was such a treat to dine at Roman's in mid-October. I came on a rainy night, and the soft glow inside was inviting and warm. All of the food was delightful to the senses and DELICIOUS.

It would be hard to pick a favorite thing from the menu, since it was all so good (and since their menu updates all the time), but my table couldn't stop eating the Fava Bean Puree. All hail Chef Hannah and her team!

Not for nothing, it's also really nice to support an establishment that's committed to making the industry more sustainable for all who work in it.

Thank you so much for a wonderful special occasion dinner--I hope to return!“

“The food was amazing! OSTERIA did not disappoint! The way Italian food I’ve ever had! I will definitely come back! As an influencer I hope to influence my audience to try authentic Italian food! The cocktails and desert were so good! A 10/10 what an experience!“

“No indoor dining because Covid They have taken great care of making a lot of available tables and even have some enclosed outdoor booths. The use of space is pretty amazing and well adapted to the neighborhood They neighborhood is great I saw the prettiest dogs in Brooklyn all walking in full force The place has a friendly family-type vibe Th coworkers are all friendly with each other and warm to their clientele The food is impeccably well prepared, tasty and quite authentically Italian I doubt one could find anything more authentic with such fine ingredients and creatively presented anywhere other than Italy. If you do, let it be known and I’m sure the staff here would feel the kindred spirit of another fine cuisine It’s in the medium-high priced category but it lives up to the prices in its quality Wait staff is genuine and kind and do make a great effort to make one comfortable and enjoy their meal Highly recommend“

“Posto gradevole e accogliente, personale attento,premuroso,gentile, cordiale. Il top 🔝 Si mangia benissimo lo consiglio vivamente!!“

“The food is top notch the very best,the baked clams are outstanding and you must dip with the bread the ravioli is to die for so creamy and fresh and try the seafood platter wow just enough seafood not over done.The price is on average with other red sauce restaurants.“

“Absolutely delicious food and a great menu! We will definitely return!“

“THE best Italian cuisine in NYC. Period. Bring the crew and make sure to order the butternut squash tortelli and bottle of Lambrusco.“

“Went for a casual dinner at the bar after the movies. For a fancier experience I’d say book a table. The potatoes and spicy vodka were SO GOOD. Very simple meals done perfectly. Have tried to recreate the potatoes at home unsuccessfully. Will be back!“

“Barbalu offers great dishes served impressively fast. I’ve tried many of their saucy pasta plates and Italian wines, and I’ve loved every single one. The service — as you can tell — is quick, and the place is almost always packed.

I definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time to secure a good spot and enjoy the experience without the wait!“

“best goddamn eggplant parm sandwich I’ve ever had they also carry canned DOP San Marzanos and jarred Calabrian chilis; if you know you know“

“I recommend the restaurant“

“Food, drinks, and atmosphere are excellent!!“

“Food first! Atmosphere quaint, Staff friendly, Owner was wonderful Spent time with Us & felt his ❤️ for his Flora. Highly recommended 👏“

“Food is amaziing!!! Service is great and friendly. Try it out you will not be disappointed!!👍“

“Siamo stati lì circa 10 giorni fa, é stata una bellissima esperienza mangiare un piatto tipico Barese, i panzeortti, dall'altra parte del mondo. Sento di mettere 5 stelle sia per il cibo, per la location ma soprattutto per Pasquale e Vittoria (mia compaesana Bitontina) che hanno accolto me e la mia famiglia facendoci sentire a casa. Torneremo sicuramente a trovarvi. Complementi ancora. Un saluto da Bitonto“

“The servers and the hosts were great, immediately we were created with kindness and respect and got straight to getting our table. Thanks to every last one of them for letting me and my fiancé a wonder anniversary/valentine’s day. 💘🩷❤️ We will be returning!“

“Aita is exactly what you want in a neighborhood Italian restaurant. The food is incredible, the service is top notch and the atmosphere is intimate and beautiful. They have bar seating and table seating. We used to order the oxtail ravioli for delivery and finally came to the actual restaurant- so worth it!! The bread basket with olives was so good- a super chewy and yummy sourdough with a light and fluffy seasoned focaccia. The burrata had tons of amazing flavors all combining to be such a delicious bite. The oxtail ravioli was perfection as always: it literally melts in your mouth (get the fresh parmesan shredded on it table side, it really takes it up a notch!). The tiramisu was classic and lovely with a great cup of espresso to end the evening. We couldn’t have had better service and we can’t wait to come back!“

“Prospect Park is a fantastic urban escape! The paths are scenic and well-maintained, the lake area is peaceful for walks or renting boats, and there are plenty of playgrounds and open spaces for kids. Loved the picnic areas, dog runs (very dog-friendly), and the variety—zoo, carousel, Audubon Center, and even some quiet wooded trails. Restrooms are decent and spread out. Only downside: it gets very crowded on nice weekends, and some areas could use a little more upkeep. Still, one of the best parks in NYC—highly recommend!“

“This restaurant has a nice, intimate vibe inside. There’s a large table in the middle of the restaurant that’s shared between different parties, and the surrounding tables are fairly close together as well. We even saw some traffic jams of people waiting to be seated and others trying to leave. If this doesn’t bother you then you’ll probably feel nice and cozy.

The food was good. The escarole salad might be the highlight here, with the sweet potatoes coming in at second. The rigatoni and chicken was enjoyable as well. The only miss was the broccoli. The sauce included sits on the bottom of the plate, so you kind of have to eat a bit of dry broccoli without much flavor to get there. And when you do get there, it’s not really enough.

Overall a good restaurant to try out a few times as they rotate their menu seasonally (I was told)“

“Exciting news… Felice is now open for lunch Tuesday through Friday. Filice is our place to go for intimate, dinners, family, celebrations, and connecting with friends. They serve totally delicious food beautifully presented. They have amazing staff that goes the extra mile. They have charming ambience making it our favorite restaurant. All this and now they are open for lunch.“

“Love Marco Polo, a great restaurant for quality fine Italian cuisine.“

“Great food, but the single sex water closet available was very cringe. My wife wasn’t comfortable being in there alone, and me waiting in her apparently made some of the other women uncomfortable and I totally get that

It was an absolutely horrible way to end a perfectly nice meal.“

“Wonderful place! Food and service were exceptional! Great appetizers and entrees. A must try restaurant if you are in NYC Area!“

“Lovely atmosphere. The food was super tasty, fresh, and authentic. Staff was friendly and wonderful, and cocktails were top tier.(Loved the Terina Basil) From the food to the warm hospitality and the elegant designs. What really makes this elegant restaurant out is the service, and the owners/management came over to our table and introduced themselves and made us all feel welcomed. I will definitely be returning!“

“I have enjoyed eating at Aurora many times since 2010 with my wife, friends and family.The food and service is always consistently good. But when I went this week, I found myself disappointed that they did not serve bread. The waiter told be they do not do it anymore with no explanation. It may be a small thing, but it was significant for me.“

“Lovely staff! Food is delicious. Always a wonderful experience - at a table with friends and family- at the bar or outside. This place is a rare gem.“

“I recommend everything! This place is a much needed gem to the neighborhood! Friendly and sincere owners, great service, amazing cuisine, pleasant and inviting atmosphere and chic decor. It really has it all!!!“

“The idiosyncrasies of the seasonings are amazing in each dish.“

“I was there with my colleagues Monday, November 10. We were at the nearby Signal Awards where our podcast received a Bronze prize for our podcast about Italian food, “I Wish I Were a Prosciutto.” We were hungry and looking for something with prosciutto. We had your most delicious pizza with prosciutto and arugula. The crust was Neapolitan perfection and the toppings were bursting with flavor. We were also impressed with the good-as-Nona’s meatballs. The service was outstanding and we appreciated meeting Gloria de la Rosa. You made our special night more special. We live in Connecticut, but we would come back again when we are in Brooklyn, tell our NYC friends about your place, and talk about it on our podcast. We wish you continued success! Thank you so much.“

“food was great and so was the service!“

“I recently celebrated my wife's birthday at Terre, and it was an unforgettable experience. The staff went above and beyond to make the evening special, showing genuine care and attention to detail. Their warm, knowledgable & friendly staff made us feel welcomed and valued from start to finish. It truly turned my wife's birthday into a wonderful memory we will cherish. This is second time we've eaten here. We will return!“