Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Joe's Pizza, La Lanterna di Vittorio and Angelina Bakery Nomad, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap italian restaurants in Union Square. Great italian food that fits your budget.
Union Square's Cheap Italian Destinations
Union Square is a vibrant destination for food lovers seeking authentic Italian flavors without the high price tag. This curated selection features everything from legendary thin-crust slices at Joe's Pizza to the world-renowned sandwiches of All'Antico Vinaio and artisanal bakes from Unregular Forno Pizza. Whether you are looking for a quick bite at a local pizzeria or a satisfying meal from a neighborhood staple like Panineria, these budget-friendly spots offer a diverse range of delicious experiences in the heart of the city.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Italian Restaurants in Union Square | Cheap Italian Food
- Joe's Pizza · rated 5/5: Italian.
- La Lanterna di Vittorio · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Angelina Bakery Nomad · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Pizzazz · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Fortuna · rated 4.9/5: Italian.
- Baked by Luigi · rated 4.9/5: Italian.
- Panineria · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Panineria NYC · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Lexington Famous Pizza · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Chef Cozzolino · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Unregular Pizza · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- NA Slice NYC · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Olio e Più · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Giano · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- All'Antico Vinaio · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Mr. Capri · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Whole Foods NoMad Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Lulla · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Appas Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Brodo - East Village · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Tutto Mia Pizza Restaurant · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Papas Pasta · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- La Citta Pizzeria · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Unregular Forno Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Traditas Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Pasta Fina NYC · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Traditas Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- La Lanterna di Vittorio · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Maestro Pasta · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Via Della Pace · 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.
