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-rated dining experiences
Experience the best italian restaurants in Union Square. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated italian dining.
Union Square's Premier Italian Destinations
Union Square serves as a vibrant destination for Italian cuisine, offering a diverse array of dining experiences ranging from quick, iconic slices to refined sit-down meals. This curated selection features neighborhood favorites like Joe's Pizza and La Lanterna di Vittorio alongside artisanal gems like Angelina Bakery Nomad and Panineria. Whether you are in the mood for a traditional pasta dish, a fresh panini, or a decadent pastry, these local establishments bring the authentic flavors of Italy to the heart of Manhattan.
30 restaurants in Best Italian Restaurants in Union Square | Top Rated 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.
