Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Nokka LLC, Pastitalia and Dado's Pizza and Taproom Harlem, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find affordable italian restaurants in Central Harlem. Great italian food that fits your budget.
Central Harlem's Affordable Italian Destinations
Central Harlem offers a wealth of inviting and affordable dining destinations that bring the soulful flavors of Italy to one of Manhattan’s most historic neighborhoods. From the artisanal pies at Dado's Pizza and Taproom to the elegant plates at L'Artista Italian Kitchen & Bar, this collection showcases a diverse range of Italian staples alongside American and Middle Eastern influences. Whether you are looking for a casual slice or a cozy sit-down dinner at Fumo Harlem, these local gems provide exceptional value and a welcoming atmosphere for every diner.
22 restaurants in Best Affordable Italian Restaurants in Central Harlem | Affordable Italian Food
- Nokka LLC · rated 5/5: American.
- Pastitalia · rated 4.9/5: Italian.
- Dado's Pizza and Taproom Harlem · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Sottocasa · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Sottocasa · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Briciola Harlem · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- L'Artista Italian Kitchen & Bar · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Babbalucci · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Fumo Harlem · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- The Corner Lounge · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Pepo’s Pizza · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Il Mulino New York - Uptown · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Uncle Tony's Pizza · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Pizza 2 Go · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Esayi Pizza & Deli · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Pizza Stop · rated 4.2/5: Italian.
- Pizza Stop · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Lavittas · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Fresh Hot Pizza · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Mama Tina's Pizzeria · rated 3.8/5: Italian.
- King Barka Restaurant · rated 3.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Lincoln Pizza · rated 3.4/5: Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
