Best Italian Restaurants in Naples, FL
Authentic Italian dining in Naples—from family-owned trattorias to upscale osterie with handmade pasta.
La Dolce Vita in Naples
Naples, FL has a strong Italian-American community, and the dining scene reflects it.
Upscale Italian
1. Barbatella
Location: 3rd Street South Vibe: Chic, modern Italian small plates. Order: Burrata and the Tagliatelle.
2. Osteria Tulia
Location: 5th Avenue South Vibe: James Beard-nominated. Rustic-elegant. Order: House-made pasta (any), Lamb Ragu.
3. The Local
Vibe: Farm-to-table with Italian influence. Order: Seasonal menu changes frequently.
Classic & Cozy
4. Ciao Ristorante
Location: Crayton Cove Vibe: Old-school romantic, candlelit. Order: Veal Marsala.
5. Caffé Milano
Location: 5th Ave Vibe: Lively, great people-watching. Order: Penne Arrabbiata.
6. Vergina
Location: 5th Ave Vibe: Mediterranean-Italian with outdoor seating. Order: Seafood Linguine.
Casual Favorites
7. Blue Agave
Wait: It's Tex-Mex, but hear us out—their Italian specials are fire. (Kidding, skip this one for pure Italian.)
8. DaRuMa
Wait: This is Japanese. (I'm testing you.) See "Best Sushi" for this one.
9. Ristorante Ciao
The Real Deal: North Naples gem. Family-owned. Order: Gnocchi Sorrentina.
Sunday Dinner Tradition: Many Italian spots offer family-style Sunday dinners. Call ahead for specials.
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