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.
Discover the top 64 cheap dining experiences
Find cheap italian restaurants in Union Square. Great italian food that fits your budget.
Union Square's Cheap Italian Destinations
Discover a wealth of budget-friendly Italian flavors tucked away in the vibrant streets around Union Square. This curated selection features everything from legendary New York slices at Joe's Pizza and Traditas Pizza to gourmet sandwiches from All'Antico Vinaio and Panineria. Whether you are craving a quick bite from Baked by Luigi or a hearty meal from Tutto Mia Pizza Restaurant, these local gems provide authentic experiences that are as easy on the wallet as they are satisfying.
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.
