Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Go Nonna, Kora and Manducatis, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap italian restaurants in Long Island City. Great italian food that fits your budget.
Long Island City's Cheap Italian Destinations
Long Island City offers a vibrant selection of budget-friendly dining options where classic Italian flavors meet relaxed American vibes. Whether you are grabbing a quick slice from sLICe LIC Pizzeria or Lucky Pizzeria & Cafe Inc, or settling in for a craft beer and casual fare at Big Alice Brewing, these local gems provide satisfying meals without the high price tag. This collection showcases the neighborhood's best spots for an affordable and delicious experience in the heart of LIC.
19 restaurants in Best Cheap Italian Restaurants in Long Island City | Cheap Italian Food
- Go Nonna · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Kora · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Manducatis · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Manetta's Ristorante · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Lupo Rosso Pizzeria · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Centro Pizza Bar & Italian Kitchen · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- Le Fanfare · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- Il Falco · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Il Falco Restaurant · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Tapas Bar and Grill · rated 4.3/5: efc847f5-a649-46cb-8f81-9d9133e5255a.
- sLICe LIC Pizzeria · rated 4.2/5: Italian.
- Piatto · rated 4.2/5: Italian.
- Brooks 1890 · rated 4.2/5: American.
- Milk & Roses · rated 4.2/5: Italian.
- Lupo Rosso Pizzeria · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Big Alice Brewing · rated 4/5: American.
- Lucky Pizzeria & Cafe Inc · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Il Falco: Italian.
- On The 7: 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.
