Italian
Find Restaurants Serving Italian Cuisine in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
From popular local delicacies to hot new restaurants featuring gourmet takes on comfort-food favorites and fine dining for a romantic night for two, Cincinnati USA is making a name for itself as a foodie destination. USA Today even named the region one of "six small cities with big food scenes" due to the amazing revitalization of our restaurant scene, which offers plenty of dining options for every palate, including delicious pastas and other Italian cuisine.
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Richards Pizza
North
Richards Pizza
North
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Del Gardo's
South
Del Gardo's
South
Del Gardo is a Cannoli Catering Studio as penned by owner Steve Del Gardo. Try canolli offerings from classic Cannoli to Wasabi, bourbon and many other unique ans... Read more
Del Gardo is a Cannoli Catering Studio as penned by owner Steve Del Gardo. Try canolli offerings from classic Cannoli to Wasabi, bourbon and many other unique ans flavorful cannoli choices!
Padrino
East
Padrino
East
From the family that brought you 20 Brix, Milford gets a new Italian restaurant offering classic hoagies in the deli to pizzas and pasta with gourmet toppings, Padrino's... Read more
From the family that brought you 20 Brix, Milford gets a new Italian restaurant offering classic hoagies in the deli to pizzas and pasta with gourmet toppings, Padrino's serves up friendly Italian food. Plus, you can order your favorite bottle from 20 Brix.
Delicio Coal Fired Pizza
Uptown
Delicio Coal Fired Pizza
Uptown
Artisan pizzeria offering traditional Italian flavors and using coal-fired ovens.
Artisan pizzeria offering traditional Italian flavors and using coal-fired ovens.
Boca
Downtown
Boca
Downtown
Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant... Read more
Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an evening cocktail, a small bite before a show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends or a luxurious...... Read More
Richards Pizza
North
Richards Pizza
North
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Trotta's Steak and Seafood Resturant
South
Trotta's Steak and Seafood Resturant
South
An upscale restaurant with a casual atmosphere serving hand cut steaks and fresh seafood selections.
An upscale restaurant with a casual atmosphere serving hand cut steaks and fresh seafood selections.
Sorrento's Restaurant & Lounge
North
Sorrento's Restaurant & Lounge
North
One of the few piano bars in Cincinnati, Sorrento's offers live entertainment seven nights a week. For over 46 years this has been the place to enjoy great food and... Read more
One of the few piano bars in Cincinnati, Sorrento's offers live entertainment seven nights a week. For over 46 years this has been the place to enjoy great food and live music. There is room for you and a dozen of your closest friends to sing along at the grand piano! This is also the perfect place for private parties in their... Read More
Richards Pizza
North
Richards Pizza
North
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Forno Osteria + Bar
North
Forno Osteria + Bar
North
Bustling, light-filled option for rustic Italian entrees and pizza plus wine and craft cocktails.
Bustling, light-filled option for rustic Italian entrees and pizza plus wine and craft cocktails.
20 Brix
East
20 Brix
East
20 Brix is a wine bar, restaurant and retail store that prides itself on the quality and selection of its wine list. With the menu changing for each season, you're bound... Read more
20 Brix is a wine bar, restaurant and retail store that prides itself on the quality and selection of its wine list. With the menu changing for each season, you're bound to find flavorful dishes or grab a taste of one of the thin crust, bistro-style pizzas. Bring home a bottle of your favorite taste from the on-site retail...... Read More
LaRosa's Pizzeria
East
LaRosa's Pizzeria
East
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
North
LaRosa's Pizzeria
North
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well. This location comes with a call-ahead pick up... Read More
Betta's Italian Oven
Uptown
Betta's Italian Oven
Uptown
Mum's the word at Betta's Italian Oven. Why? The owner gleaned all of his recipes from his very own mamma, bringing you truly authentic Italian cooking. The wood fired... Read more
Mum's the word at Betta's Italian Oven. Why? The owner gleaned all of his recipes from his very own mamma, bringing you truly authentic Italian cooking. The wood fired pizzas take you over to Napoli, the tortellini to Toscana and the sandwiches to popular Italian immigrant spot, New York City. The brick oven brings the thin and... Read More
LaRosa's Pizzeria
Uptown
LaRosa's Pizzeria
Uptown
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
Sorrento's Italian Joint
Uptown
Sorrento's Italian Joint
Uptown
Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches... Read more
Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches are just the beginning. There is even more to love with the unveiling of classic Italian dishes, appetizers and new salads that round out this "Italian Joint... Read More
Cinque Ristorante
North
Cinque Ristorante
North
Italian restaurant serving housemade pastas, wine, and cocktails in a chic, contemporary setting.
Italian restaurant serving housemade pastas, wine, and cocktails in a chic, contemporary setting.
Alfio's Buon Cibo
Uptown
Alfio's Buon Cibo
Uptown
Elevated eatery featuring Italian dishes with an Argentinean twist & cocktails in an intimate space.
Elevated eatery featuring Italian dishes with an Argentinean twist & cocktails in an intimate space.
Gabby's Cafe
North
Gabby's Cafe
North
Homey fixture offering pizza and other Italian standards, burgers, and other American fare, plus a full bar.
Homey fixture offering pizza and other Italian standards, burgers, and other American fare, plus a full bar.
Primavista
West
Primavista
West
Elegant, upscale restaurant with city views and a menu of classic, vegan, and gluten-free Italian dishes.
Elegant, upscale restaurant with city views and a menu of classic, vegan, and gluten-free Italian dishes.
Richards Pizza
North
Richards Pizza
North
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Newport Syndicate
South > Riverfront
Newport Syndicate
South > Riverfront
Want your next event in a fabulous, elegant, art deco setting? The Newport Syndicate is a hot item when it comes to planning the next reception, fundraiser, corporate... Read more
Want your next event in a fabulous, elegant, art deco setting? The Newport Syndicate is a hot item when it comes to planning the next reception, fundraiser, corporate event or even Tipsy Tea with the girlfriends.
Peppe Cucina
South
Peppe Cucina
South
Traditional New York Style Italian Deli serving only high quality deli meats and cheeses, artisan breads and pastas, pizzas, salads and more.
Traditional New York Style Italian Deli serving only high quality deli meats and cheeses, artisan breads and pastas, pizzas, salads and more.
The Presidents Room
Downtown
The Presidents Room
Downtown
Modern American dining with lasting Italian and German influences.
Modern American dining with lasting Italian and German influences.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
East
LaRosa's Pizzeria
East
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
Richards Pizza
North
Richards Pizza
North
Local chain serving pizza, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Local chain serving pizza, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Vincenzo's Ristorante Italiano
North
Vincenzo's Ristorante Italiano
North
Vincenzo's opened in 1996 as a tiny 14-table restaurant. Today it is a large fine-dining restaurant serving authentic Italian fare prepared to order with the finest... Read more
Vincenzo's opened in 1996 as a tiny 14-table restaurant. Today it is a large fine-dining restaurant serving authentic Italian fare prepared to order with the finest ingredients.
Olio Italian
North
Olio Italian
North
Part of the Kenwood Collection, Olio Italian is bringing little Italy to Cincinnati. Many items will be imported from Italy and in-house gelato is available! They offer... Read more
Part of the Kenwood Collection, Olio Italian is bringing little Italy to Cincinnati. Many items will be imported from Italy and in-house gelato is available! They offer multiple fresh mozzarella dishes and they make their own pasta. Pasta dishes will be light and flavorful with vegetables and tomato sauces.
Fesslers Legendary Pizza and Hoagies
South
Fesslers Legendary Pizza and Hoagies
South
Family-owned and operate pizza place offering casual family dining, carryout, and delivery.
Family-owned and operate pizza place offering casual family dining, carryout, and delivery.
Biagio's Bistro
Uptown
Biagio's Bistro
Uptown
Charming neighborhood hangout serving up classic Italian cuisine, desserts, wine, and cocktails.
Charming neighborhood hangout serving up classic Italian cuisine, desserts, wine, and cocktails.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
Cassano's Pizza & Subs
North
Cassano's Pizza & Subs
North
Relaxed, long-running spot with red vinyl seating serving pizza, pasta, salads and other Italian fare.
Relaxed, long-running spot with red vinyl seating serving pizza, pasta, salads and other Italian fare.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's Pizzeria
West
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.
