Best Italian Restaurants in Park Slope (11215)
9 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
al di là Trattoria
26+ year neighborhood institution with Slow Food Snail of Approval and Michelin recognition
Notable Picks
8.9
This women-owned Northern Italian landmark has defined Park Slope dining since 1998, serving seasonal pastas and braised meats in an intimate dining room with pressed tin ceilings and mismatched chandeliers. Chef Anna Klinger's ricotta cavatelli, black squid ink spaghetti with octopus confit, and pear chocolate cake have earned Michelin recognition and devoted regulars for over 25 years.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tagliatelle with Lamb Ragu, Spaghetti Neri with Octopus Confit, Pear Chocolate Cake
What makes it special: 26+ year neighborhood institution with Slow Food Snail of Approval and Michelin recognition
#2
Flora
8.7
This Michelin Bib Gourmand winner from Italian-born owners Emiliano and Rossella imports ingredients directly from the Amalfi Coast, crafting bell-shaped ricotta di bufala ravioli, truffle gnocchi, and a delizia al limone that Michelin calls a bite of sunshine. Intimate and unhurried, it's authentic Southern Italian at its finest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lemon Ricotta Ravioli with Bottarga, Truffle Gnocchi, Delizia al Limone
What makes it special: Michelin Bib Gourmand with direct Amalfi Coast imports
8.5
Chef Raffaele from Puglia brings Tuscan warmth to this 20+ year Park Slope fixture, featuring handmade pastas, wood-grilled meats, and a coveted wine cellar for private events. The enclosed atrium and intimate dining rooms host everything from bottomless brunch to wedding celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wild Boar Pappardelle, Grilled Octopus with Fennel, Saffron Fettuccine with Seafood
What makes it special: Owner personally touches every table and wine cellar hosts private events
#4
Terre
8.4
This farm-to-table pasta bar ages its own balsamic vinegar in five wood casks from Emilia Romagna and pours 100+ natural wines by the glass. Simone's handmade tagliatelle, gnocchetti, and wild boar pappardelle pair with an emotional color wheel wine list that guides you through Italian terroir.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wild Boar Pappardelle, Truffle Tagliatelle, Venison Pasta
What makes it special: 100+ natural wines by the glass with aging balsamic battery on-site
8.4
Named for founder Allison Arevalo's grandmother, this full-service restaurant (sister to the original cafe) offers a different pasta shape daily paired with creative sauces like spicy prosciutto, wild mushroom, and roasted tomato. The floral-adorned dining room serves house-made ricotta and natural wines in a celebratory yet accessible setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pasta of the Day with Spicy Prosciutto, House-Made Ricotta Bruschetta, Wild Mushroom Lasagna
What makes it special: Different fresh pasta shape daily with rotating seasonal sauces
8.3
Argentine-born Chef Andres Rodas brings 20+ years of Cipriani and Bice training to this cozy corner trattoria since 2011. Handmade pastas like butternut squash ravioli and black spaghetti with blue crab emerge from the piccola cucina alongside house-made meatballs and risotto specialties.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butternut Squash Ravioli, Black Spaghetti with Blue Crab, Grilled Calamari
What makes it special: Chef with Cipriani pedigree making fresh pasta daily in tiny kitchen
8.2
This 40+ year Brooklyn institution (since 1982) fires Neapolitan and grandma-style pies in wood-burning ovens using house-made mozzarella and San Marzano tomato-basil sauce. Beyond pizza, the full Italian menu spans baked ziti, chicken parm, and calzones that have made it a multi-generational family favorite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grandma Pizza, Margherita Napoletana, Vodka Neapolitan Pie
What makes it special: 40+ year family pizzeria with house-made mozzarella and wood-fired oven
#8
Mariella
8.1
This rustic rowhouse trattoria serves refined Italian dishes with strong gluten-free options, including gnocchi with rabbit ragu, short ribs, and veal piccata. The cozy dining room and sidewalk patio create an intimate setting for brunch classics with Italian twists like lemon ricotta pancakes and crabmeat eggs benedict.
Must-Try Dishes:
Short Ribs, Gnocchi with Rabbit Ragu, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
What makes it special: Extensive gluten-free menu with celiac-safe preparation
Worthy Picks
7.9
This family-friendly neighborhood spot has served Park Slope for decades with classic NY-style pizza alongside a full Italian menu of chicken parm, baked clams, and homemade pasta. A family member's celiac diagnosis means exceptional GF options with separate preparation, while the upstairs banquet hall hosts 90 guests for private events.
Must-Try Dishes:
Penne alla Vodka, Grandma Style Pizza, Baked Clams Oreganata
What makes it special: Celiac-safe kitchen with owner family member who has celiac