Best Italian Restaurants in Brooklyn Heights
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Table 87 - Brooklyn Heights
Coal-oven slices, a full Italian menu, and cocktails under one roof.
Notable Picks
8.3
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Trendy Table Hotspots
Business Lunch Power Players
Table 87 bills itself as the "Home of the Coal Oven Slice," pairing coal-fired pies and by-the-slice options with a full menu of Italian plates and cocktails. The Brooklyn Heights location doubles as a neighborhood hangout where you can grab a quick slice at the counter or settle into the back dining room for a longer meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita coal-oven slice, Prosciutto and arugula pizza, Square veggie pie
What makes it special: Coal-oven slices, a full Italian menu, and cocktails under one roof.
Worthy Picks
#2
Vineapple
7.8
Vineapple is a Brooklyn Heights cafe-wine bar that layers Italian-leaning small plates and brunch dishes onto an all-day coffee and cocktail program. It’s as much a neighborhood living room as a restaurant, with a backyard garden and enough menu range to work for breakfast meetings, casual dates, and group hangs.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast burrito, Shakshuka with sourdough, Polenta fries with dipping sauce
What makes it special: Italian-inspired cafe plates, cocktails, and coffee served in a cozy brownstone space with a leafy backyard.