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Da Nico Restaurant - Manhattan
$$$$•Italian•4.7(2,094)Enjoy traditional Northern and Southern Italian cuisine at Da Nico. The beautiful indoor dining room is a favorite among movie stars, New York Yankees and former Mayor Giuliani. The casual, family-friendly atmosphere welcomes you to dine on “The Best Coal Brick Oven Pizza,” or one of the delicious items on the menu.
Specialties include lobster fra diavolo, baby lamb chops and veal chops. Call for the day’s specials.
During the summer, Da Nico features a large outdoor garden which doubles its normal seating capacity. Da Nico is also available for your private parties.
There are many keys to having a great dining experience. With that in mind, consider Da Nico the master locksmith of Little Italy!Zia Maria Little Italy
$$$$•Italian•4.7(464)Discover house-made pasta in the heart of New York’s Little Italy. Zia Maria is a family-owned Italian restaurant and pizzeria where fresh pasta, classic Italian flavors and our cheese-wheel pasta specialty take center stage.
Join us for lunch or dinner, from a relaxed meal for two to a family gathering or celebration. Enjoy pasta, pizza and Italian favorites alongside cocktails and wine from our full bar, in a warm, welcoming setting.
Come for a taste of Italy and experience the craft behind our homemade pasta.
Gelso and Grand
$$$$•Italian•4.7(157)Conceived by a Mulberry street local that was motivated to push the boundaries of a historic block that is in search of its reinvention. Gelso & Grand is situated at the iconic corner of Mulberry & Grand Street. The inviting and informal seating plan of the indoor, outdoor and private dining room boasts the marriage of modern and classic New York dining. We take pride in everything we do. We make all pastas in house, we use a wood fired brick oven for our pizzas. We are an upscale-casual restaurant serving modern Italian fare.Paesano of Mulberry Street
$$$$•Italian•4.6(1,336)Nestled in the heart of Little Italy, Paesano's epitomizes Italian culture and charm. The old - world Italian recipes prepared in our kitchen are made the traditional way, using only the freshest local ingredients. We are happy to accommodate groups of any size, large or small. We can also customize any catering menu to your specification. Come and dine with your Paesans, only at Paesano's of Mulberry Street.
Il Cortile Restaurant
$$$$•Italian•4.6(1,793)IL Cortile has been family owned and run since 1975. A neighborhood staple in the heart of Little Italy, NYC for over 50 years the Esposito family continues the tradition of sparing nothing to provide only the highest quality ingredients in all Cortile dishes.
We are a full Service Restaurant Establishment offering both A-La-Carte dining and a wide variety of pre-fix menus for group gatherings as well as off premise catering. We can accommodate gluten free and vegan diets. Everything is made to order.Sofia's of Little Italy
$$$$•Italian•4.4(127)A trendy Italian restaurant & bar located at 143 Mulberry Street in the heart of historical Little Italy NYC. Handmade Lasagna, Ravioli, Manicotti, Fettuccini with fresh-made pizza and a full seating bar with happy hour specials make Sofia's a must-visit. Under new management effective December 1, 2021 from Chef Andrea.
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- SSarahNew York City •8 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood is absolutely delicious. That's why I come all the way from the UWS.More infoPotluck Club$$$$• Chinese• Chinatown•4.8
- AAnnaLos Angeles •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoDefinitely recommend! Food was delicious and great quality! We got pizzas, pastas and ravioli - all very good! Service was also outstanding. They even brought us little desserts at the end :)More infoDa Nico Restaurant - Manhattan$$$$• Italian• Little Italy•4.7
- EEugenio1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoThat flatbread was so amazing and the calamari always is a winner. Rigatoni one best pasta In the city chicken pram it’s super underrated!!More infoGelso and Grand$$$$• Italian• Little Italy•4.7
- RRussel3 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 28, 2026Osteria Barocca is a lovely spot in Little Italy! Delicious Italian food, warm hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere make it a great choice for dinner with family or friends.More infoOsteria Barocca$$$$• Italian• Little Italy•4.5
- DDavidGoldNew York City •13 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 27, 2026Fantastic menu becomes an even more fantastic meal, served by terrific, professional wait staff. We loved it!!More infoPaesano of Mulberry Street$$$$• Italian• Little Italy•4.6
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While New Yorkers usually don’t frequent Little Italy, there are old country gems that aren’t overpriced or overrun with tourists. Head to the outskirts of the neighborhood to find the best in Italian eats of all varieties—classic brick oven pizza, clam houses, mom-and-pop shops slinging chicken farm, and more. From buzzing bistros where Obama and Lenny Kravitz are VIPs to casual delis making timeless hero sandwiches, there’s a lot to taste in these historic blocks. Just remember to save room for a cannoli or other dessert of la dolce vita.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Little Italy is La Nonna (opens in a new tab)
The best vegetarian restaurants in Little Italy are Osteria Barocca (opens in a new tab), Casa D’Angelo New York (opens in a new tab) and Il Cortile Restaurant (opens in a new tab)
The restaurants with the best service in Little Italy are La Nonna (opens in a new tab), L'Amore (opens in a new tab) and La Mela (opens in a new tab)
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Little Italy are Casa Bella Restaurant (opens in a new tab), L'Amore (opens in a new tab) and Da Gennaro (opens in a new tab)
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