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.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best italian restaurants in Central Harlem. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated italian dining.
Central Harlem's Premier Italian Destinations
Central Harlem’s dining scene offers a rich tapestry of flavors, anchored by an impressive selection of authentic Italian eateries alongside contemporary American and Middle Eastern influences. From the traditional Italian offerings at Pastitalia and Babbalucci to the American flavors found at Nokka LLC, this neighborhood caters to every craving. Whether you are looking for a casual meal at Dado's Pizza and Taproom Harlem or a sophisticated evening at Il Mulino New York - Uptown, these local favorites provide a diverse range of culinary experiences.
22 restaurants in Best Italian Restaurants in Central Harlem | Top Rated 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.








