Best Hidden Gems Heaven Italian Restaurants in Lincoln Square
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Caro Mio Italian Restaurant
BYOB, homestyle Italian built around handmade pasta and red-sauce comfort.
Notable Picks
8.4
A BYOB neighborhood trattoria known for homestyle, sauce-forward plates and hearty portions that land like a warm family meal. The move is to lean into their handmade pasta and classic red-sauce comfort—simple cooking that locals return to regularly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Homemade rigatoni, Lasagna, Tiramisu
What makes it special: BYOB, homestyle Italian built around handmade pasta and red-sauce comfort.
A Lincoln Square counter-style spot pairing Roman-influenced pizza with a coffee program, built around fermentation-driven dough and crisp, structured slices. It works best as a focused pizza mission—one signature pie, one focaccia-based sandwich, and you’re out before it gets busy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Roman-style pizza slice, Focaccia sandwich, Espresso drink
What makes it special: Roman-style pizza and coffee built around fermentation-focused dough work.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A family-run, old-school pizza room that leans into thin-crust tavern pies and a casual, all-ages hangout energy. It’s strongest for groups and families when you order a classic pie, add one appetizer, and let the arcade-style setup do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Thin-crust tavern pizza, Bruschetta, Cheese curds
What makes it special: Family-run tavern pizza with an all-ages, hangout-friendly setup.