Best Hidden Gems Heaven Italian Restaurants in Murray Hill
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Norma
Sicilian-focused trattoria known for arancini, pasta alla Norma and warm hospitality.
Notable Picks
#1
Norma
8.7
Norma’s Murray Hill outpost leans into Sicilian comfort cooking, from arancini and panelle to richly sauced pasta alla Norma and pan-style pizzas. The cozy room and attentive staff make it a go-to for lingering dinners that feel more like a trattoria in Catania than a Third Avenue address.
Must-Try Dishes:
Arancini Siciliani, Pasta alla Norma, Rianata Sicilian Pan Pizza
What makes it special: Sicilian-focused trattoria known for arancini, pasta alla Norma and warm hospitality.
#2
Coletta
8.3
Coletta is a cozy Gramercy spot where vegan and kosher Italian cooking gets the full white-tablecloth treatment, from brick-oven pizzas to housemade pastas and composed entrées. Diners come for plant-based takes on classics that still feel indulgent, backed by polished service and a date-night-friendly room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wild Mushroom Truffle Pizza, Ricotta Ravioli in Lemon White Wine Sauce, Coletta Tiramisu
What makes it special: Upscale vegan and kosher Italian that still feels richly indulgent.
#3
Fumo
8
Fumo’s Kips Bay outpost is a casual Italian-leaning spot where pizzas, pastas, and burgers anchor a neighborhood-friendly menu with strong happy hour deals. It works equally well for cozy dinners, group catch-ups, and relaxed weekday lunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Penne Vodka, Penne Funghi, Spaghetti Vongole
What makes it special: Neighborhood workhorse for pastas, pies, and easygoing Italian-American fare.