Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Angelina Bakery Nomad, La Stanza and David’s Pasta Palace, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Midtown's Cheap Italian Destinations
Midtown is home to a wealth of budget-friendly Italian gems that prove you do not need to spend a fortune for a satisfying meal in the heart of the city. This collection highlights the neighborhood's best spots for authentic pasta and crispy crusts at places like Traditas Pizza and Napoli Pizza, alongside fresh-baked treats from NY Bakery and Desserts. While Italian staples and cafes like Masseria Caffè lead the way, the selection also features a diverse mix of American and Mexican flavors to satisfy any palate. Whether you are grabbing a quick lunch near Times Square or lingering over a coffee, these accessible eateries offer a delicious and affordable slice of Italy right in the middle of Manhattan.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Italian Restaurants in Midtown | Cheap Italian Food
- Angelina Bakery Nomad · rated 5/5: Italian.
- La Stanza · rated 5/5: Italian.
- David’s Pasta Palace · rated 5/5: efc847f5-a649-46cb-8f81-9d9133e5255a.
- Osteria Delbianco Italian Restaurant Bryant Park Location · rated 4.9/5: Italian.
- Foodance Restaurant · rated 4.9/5: American.
- Baires Grill New York · rated 4.9/5: Steakhouse.
- DelBianco Prime · rated 4.9/5: Steakhouse.
- AperiBar · rated 4.9/5: Italian.
- Pronto Pasta & More · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- ANDIAMO PIZZA · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Via Toscana · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- TONDA Pizza · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Carla · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Masseria Caffè · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- LaVista Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Villa Berulia · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Reilly's Plates & Pours · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Osteria Delbianco · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- BarDough · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Fasano Restaurant New York · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Michael’s · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Square pizza NYC Time Square · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Traditas Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- ANDIAMO PIZZA · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Traditas Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Tony's · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Capizzi · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Nizza · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Il Corso · rated 4.6/5: 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.
