Best Italian Restaurants in Chinatown
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Eastside Italian Deli
Family-run since 1929 in LA's original Little Italy, still slinging enormous Italian sandwiches with housemade Maestro sausage from a recipe born inside the market itself.
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8.3
A 1929 holdover from LA's original Little Italy that still builds oversized Italian sandwiches around housemade Maestro sausage—a recipe that started inside the market and never left. The draw is old-line deli craft at counter-service speed and price, landing it squarely in the pre-game Dodger Stadium rotation for anyone who wants a real sandwich without a real wait. Expect a no-frills storefront, street parking that thins out fast at lunch, and portions that make splitting reasonable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami Sandwich, Spicy Italian Cold Cuts Sub, Italian Meatball Hot Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Family-run since 1929 in LA's original Little Italy, still slinging enormous Italian sandwiches with housemade Maestro sausage from a recipe born inside the market itself.
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La Sorted's
8
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A lively neighborhood pizzeria with airy sourdough-style pies, TVs, and a relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe. It’s ideal for families who want great pizza before a Dodgers game or a casual Chinatown outing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mamba Pizza, Mortadella focaccia sandwich, Classic margherita
What Makes it Special: One of LA’s better new-school sourdough pizza rooms outside the core.