As a first generation American with an Italian dad, I am super picky when it comes to Italian food (this is my dads fault I have been spoiled by his cooking) Anyway, heres a list of italian restaurants that I love to go to when I am in the mood for I...
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This is actually a chicago style pizza but the "hot papi" pizza is absoultely insane I had to add it to this list. If you are into spicy foods then this is the style you need to try.
Emmett's on Grove
This is actually one of the restaurants my dad was a waiter at for 20+ years. I remember coming here a lot as a kid not only is the scenery beautiful in here the food too. I never realized how spoiled I was when it came to good food as a child.
IL Cortile
I am from Staten Island and there is another Da Nico location right near me. I always loved this specific location because of the outside patio. If its nice out make sure when you get here to ask to be seated in the outside patio! Don't forget to ord...
Da Nico Ristorante
One day I decided to try this place out just because it had my name. To my surprise I actually fell in love with this restaurant. Every time I come here I get the penne voldka with burrata!
La Pecora Bianca
My best friend is Gluten Free and had told me about this place. She said it was the closest thing to real Italian pizza. To my surprise she was absolutely right. I love this place because there Gluten Free Calamari tastes exactly like the real thing.
Rubirosa
When I was working and going to college in Manhattan this was the go to spot for me. It's hard to find a place that makes good Linguine Alle Vongole and this place knows how to do it. Just make sure not to go to the location near times square (not my favorite)
Serafina
I am sure you already know this is where all the celebrities get spotted at. To be honest I get the hype there Linguine Alle Vongole is really good. I still dream about it. PSA they only accept cash so make sure you got to an ATM beforehand!
Bar Pitti
They are known for there Neapolitan style pizza which tastes absolutely amazing.
Lil' Frankie's
The scenery in this place is AMAZING. The food I have to say is up there too.
OLIO E PIÙ
They make homemade pasta and its absolutely devine
FIASCHETTERIA PISTOIA
Had to add this one because its one of my dads favorite that he loves to eat at.
Cipriani Downtown | Italian Dining in West Broadway | New York
I only ever had such good experiences here and its also another favorite by my dad
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