Best Date Night Italian Restaurants in Gramercy & Flatiron (10010)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Zero Otto Nove
Big-portion Italian cooking where baked pastas play reliably.
Notable Picks
8.3
A lively, brick-oven Italian room that works for date night when you lean into the restaurant’s strengths: wood-fired pies, house pastas, and a warm, bustling dining room that still feels intimate across a two-top. Keep it classic, split one pizza, then commit to one signature pasta so the meal stays paced and confident.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna (baked pasta special when available), Margherita pizza, Eggplant parmigiana
What makes it special: Big-portion Italian cooking where baked pastas play reliably.
8.2
A polished Gramercy-leaning Italian room that reads upscale without feeling stiff—best for couples who want a more composed night out than the typical red-sauce sprint. Play it like a steakhouse-meets-Italian menu: one seafood starter, one pasta, then a main you can share with intent.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna, Campanelle alla vodka, Bread pudding
What makes it special: Portion-forward neighborhood Italian where lasagna is a safe bet.
8.1
A dependable NoMad Italian crowd-pleaser that lands for date night when you sit at the bar or a tight two-top and order with purpose. Think bright pastas, a shareable starter, and a clean, energetic room that keeps the night feeling current without trying too hard.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio e pepe, Rigatoni vodka, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Modern Italian comfort with a menu built for shareable crowd wins.
Worthy Picks
#4
Novitá
7.9
A sleek neighborhood Italian option that works for date night when you keep the order tight and let the room do the mood-setting. It’s best as a “two pastas + one appetizer” table—enough variety to feel like a night out without turning the meal into a committee meeting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrata with seasonal accompaniments, Spaghetti alle vongole, Branzino (whole or filet, if available)
What makes it special: A modern Italian-Mediterranean lineup with reliable seafood-and-pasta execution in a polished room.
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Comfort Food Classics
A fast Italian café that’s best framed as a low-key date move: grab two hot items, a sandwich or salad, and something sweet, then take it to a nearby walk or bench. It’s not candlelit dining, but it’s a repeatable, budget-friendly way to keep things easy and still feel thoughtfully fed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken parm sandwich, Basil-chicken panini, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Italian-leaning lunch classics executed for speed and reliability.
7.6
A greenhouse-style rooftop space built for ambience—go here when the goal is scenery, cocktails, and a romantic setting more than a food-first Italian deep dive. Treat it like a date-night venue: one or two popular plates, a drink each, and keep the expectations aligned with the room’s visual payoff.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal pasta, Charred vegetables, Tiramisu (seasonal)
What makes it special: A rooftop greenhouse scene that turns dinner into an event.
7.5
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A late-night Gramercy slice-and-delivery standby that works for date night when the move is simple: split a pie, add one comfort side, and keep the night moving. It’s convenience-first Italian—best for after-hours cravings and low-stakes, high-satisfaction simplicity.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gluten-free crust pizza (confirm availability), Classic cheese slice lane (if doing regular), Garlic knots for the table (non-GF)
What makes it special: A go-late pizza stop where gluten-free can work with confirmation.