NYC's 10 Best Italian Restaurants

10 Best Italian Restaurants in New York City

10. Falai. 68 Clinton Street, Lower East Side. This LES Italian restaurant is full of flavor, style and romance. Perfect for a romantic evening as the restaurant is dimly light, gorgeous and extremely intimate. Highly recommend the polenta bianca (chicken liver, dates, and wild mushroom) and their famous gnudi entree. Come on Monday or Tuesday for the tasting menu which includes two courses for only $28. Average price for a dinner entree is $22.

9. Peasant. 194 Elizabeth Street, Nolita. A rustic restaurant with a wood burning oven and an amazing aroma of fresh bread and garlic. A true classic Italian restaurant with an amazing rabbit lasagna. Leave room for the delicious bread pudding dessert. Average entree price $20.

8. A Voce. 10 Columbus Circle, Hell’s Kitchen. Enjoy a spectacular meal at A Voce, located on the third floor with amazing views of Central Park. Contemporary dishes with authentic Italian ingredients and a sophisticated decor and presentation. The menu is full of exquisite ingredients and flavor. Dinner plates approximately $25.

7. Felidia Ristorante. 243 E 58th Street, Midtown East. Popular for their spectacular wine list and cuisine from all regions of Italy, Felidia’s menu is driven by seasonal, fresh ingredients. The elegant dining room, wine selection, and succulent cuisine make Felidia one of our top Italian restaurants in New York City. The pear and pecorino filled ravioli is delicious. Average dinner entree is $30.

6. Marea. 240 Central Park South, Theater District. A Mediterranean Italian restaurant with a fresh interpretation of the Italian coastal cuisine. Mouthwatering flavor, award-winning wine programs, elegant decor and location, and some of the best seafood entrees New York City has to offer. Recommend the sea urchin Ricci as a side and the Fusilli spicy red wine braised octopus and bone marrow. Average entree price is $32.

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