Best Italian Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Scalini Fedeli
Prix-fixe Italian in a serene Tribeca fine-dining room.
Notable Picks
8.7
A prix-fixe Tribeca dining room built for classic, quietly luxurious Italian nights—tight pacing, polished service, and a menu that leans into pastas and refined mains over flash. It’s the kind of place you pick when you want the meal to feel like an occasion without the room feeling theatrical.
Must-Try Dishes:
Egg yolk raviolo, Handmade gnocchi, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Prix-fixe Italian in a serene Tribeca fine-dining room.
8.6
A Tribeca anchor with a warm, always-busy energy and an urban-Italian menu that rewards ordering for the table. The kitchen excels at pastas and shareable mains, and the room’s steady hum makes it a reliable choice for both celebratory dinners and high-confidence business meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sheep’s milk ricotta with herbs, Pappardelle, Chicken for two
What makes it special: High-volume Tribeca osteria that stays dependable and lively.
8.5
A SoHo Italian dining room with a confident, modern menu—seasonal pastas, sharp appetizers, and a bar program that keeps the room moving. It’s best when you lean into the kitchen’s bright, ingredient-driven plates rather than trying to force a red-sauce comfort-food night.
Must-Try Dishes:
House-made pasta, Anchovy crostini, Seasonal antipasti
What makes it special: Modern SoHo Italian with seasonal pastas and a serious bar.
#4
Il Giglio
8.3
A polished Tribeca Italian dining room geared toward big nights—white-tablecloth energy, a deep wine focus, and a menu that leans Tuscan with a modern gloss. It’s the right pick when you want a more formal Italian meal in the neighborhood without turning it into a marathon tasting.
Must-Try Dishes:
House pasta, Tuscan-style mains, Burrata-focused starter
What makes it special: Dressier Tribeca Italian built for celebrations and wine nights.
#5
Ciccio
8.1
A compact SoHo Italian spot that feels like a neighborhood alimentari with a proper kitchen behind it—simple, Florentine-leaning plates and a wine-friendly menu. It works best for unfussy dinners where you value ingredient quality and a steady hand over a scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio e pepe, Seasonal pasta, Tuscan-style small plates
What makes it special: SoHo alimentari feel with straightforward Florentine cooking.
Worthy Picks
#6
Adoro Lei
7.8
Vibes:
Girls Night Out Approved
Birthday & Celebration Central
Happy Hour Hotspots
Trendy Table Hotspots
A Hudson Square “pizza party” concept that blends Italian-leaning comfort with a lounge-y, celebratory vibe—more fun night out than serious red-sauce destination. Come for the energy, cocktails, and interactive group-friendly experience, and treat the food as part of the night’s momentum.
Must-Try Dishes:
Neapolitan-leaning pizza, Pasta special, Seasonal cocktails
What makes it special: Italian-leaning pizza lounge built for celebratory group nights.
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A Little Italy specialty shop that doubles as a practical Italian fix—imported cheeses, cured meats, and prepared bites that deliver more authenticity than most quick lunches. It’s ideal when you want a high-quality sandwich or pantry haul rather than a sit-down Italian meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prosciutto mozzarella sandwich, Fresh mozzarella, Imported Italian salumi
What makes it special: Old-school Italian specialty shop with legit grab-and-go eating.