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Updated August 2025
\nThere\u2019s nothing like grabbing a bowl of pasta for a catch up meal with your mates, or sitting down to sumptuous seafood for a special dinner with your other half.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re so lucky with all the brilliant Italian restaurants in Liverpool that we have. They\u2019re authentic, the service is fantastic\u2026 and they serve up some of the tastiest food going!<\/p>\n

Maybe it\u2019s the warm welcome you\u2019re guaranteed to get or their understanding of the importance of family and friends.<\/p>\n

Either way, we\u2019ve got loads of great, authentic Italian eateries in Liverpool, and here are 15 you might just want to visit soon\u2026<\/p>\n

Carlisi (Allerton Road & Dale Street)
\n\"\"Credit: Carlisi<\/p>\n

Ciao, buongiorno, Bella, amore\u2026 ok so most of us may not speak authentic Italian, but you can certainly eat authentic Italian at Carlisi. <\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve not had an introduction to Sicilian street food firstly\u2026 where have you been? And secondly, now is your time!<\/p>\n

The family run Sicilian bar on Dale Street serves up freshly made bar snacks, including their famous arancini, sandwiches, and sharing platters using only the finest Italian ingredients.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Allerton\u00a0restaurant gives Carlisi a chance to create a new and expanded menu \u2013 including some of the brother\u2019s own family pasta recipes.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re passionate about bringing the flavours of their hometown to the people of Liverpool. They even import oranges and lemons from their family\u2019s farm for use in their own brand of Carlisi Gin \u2013 named after their hometown of Agrigento.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Find out more here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Gino D\u2019Acampo (Old Hall Street)
\n\"\"Credit: Gino D\u2019Acampo Old Hall Street, Liverpool<\/p>\n

The unique thing about this Gino\u2019s is that it is situated within INNSiDE Liverpool, part of the Meli\u00e3 Hotel Group. The restaurant boasts a beautiful modern open plan with floor to ceiling windows overlooking Old Hall Street. <\/p>\n

Not only that, there is also a 360 Sky Bar on the top floor with unrivalled views of Liverpool and the River Mersey. You can order from the cicchetti menu at the top, enjoy a cocktail or even indulge in Gino\u2019s Italian take on afternoon tea whilst taking in the view. And if a 360 Sky Bar wasn\u2019t enough, there\u2019s also a Secret Garden terrace, which is a serious sun trap. <\/p>\n

You\u2019re spoilt for choice!<\/p>\n

More info here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

San Carlo (Castle Street)<\/p>\n

The award-winning restaurant group\u2019s story started in Sicily and now has restaurants in Liverpool, London, Birmingham and event Manchester Airport! <\/p>\n

When it comes to the food, the team use the finest ingredients to make fresh pasta, pizza and more. San Carlo really is a little piece of Sicily on Castle Street.<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Cucina di Vincenzo (Woolton Road, Childwall<\/strong>)
\n\"\"Credit: Cucina di Vincenzo<\/p>\n

Another fab family-owned and run restaurant serving classic Italian food inviting you to \u2018celebrate, create lasting memories and share quality time with loved ones in our warm, relaxed and beautiful home away from home\u2019. <\/p>\n

Owner Vince opened Cucina in 2016 continuing a family legacy which began when his grandfather Francesco Margiotta immigrated to Edinburgh in 1904 and opened a caf\u00e9 \u2013 Vince\u2019s daughter Gabriella Margiotta is one of its chefs (and an Instagram favourite). <\/p>\n

You will find perfect pasta dishes, and fresh meat and fish favourites like Spiedini di Pesce, chargrilled skewer of prawns, scallop, monkfish, with garlic butter and saffron risotto.<\/p>\n

Also, they\u2019ve now opened a sister brand, Croccante<\/a>, which is delivering pizza to your door!<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

La Famiglia (Stanley Street<\/strong>)
\n\"\"Credit: La Famiglia<\/p>\n

Definitely one of the busiest Italian restaurants, La Famiglia serves lunch and dinner six days a week. It\u2019s a small family business where you\u2019ll find a mix of Italian tradition and more contemporary Sicilian-inspired cooking. <\/p>\n

They make their own pasta, pastries and cakes daily \u2013 which is a definite plus \u2013 and they\u2019ve got an Aperitivo Bar where you can soak up the atmosphere drinking classic cocktails \u2013 try the Bramble; Sicilian lemon gin, cr\u00e8me de mure and fresh lemon.<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Casa Italia (Stanley Street<\/strong>)
\n\"\"Credit: Casa Italia<\/p>\n

The Casa Italia Pizzeria and Pastificcio is one of Liverpool\u2019s longest-established restaurants, well known in the city for more than 40 years. A popular, authentic Italian restaurant, it\u2019s known for its fresh ingredients, generous portions and great value, which mean it\u2019s always a favourite. <\/p>\n

It\u2019s proud of visits from the likes of Paul McCartney, Liam Gallagher, Kylie Minogue and Robbie Williams over the years \u2013 a testament to its reputation for good Italian food \u2013 but one very special person keeps a regular eye on the Casa, and that\u2019s Eleanor Rigby who \u2018lives\u2019 opposite!<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Villa Romana (Wood Street<\/strong>)
\n\"ThisVilla Romana<\/p>\n

Traditional home-cooked Italian food, in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It\u2019s got a fab range of\u00a0delicious Italian cuisine\u00a0including freshly made pasta, grilled and pan-fried meat and fish dishes, antipasti, specialty breads and salads.<\/p>\n

Villa Romana said: <\/p>\n

\u201cOur dedicated team of skilled chefs have worked tirelessly to perfect the art of providing guests with a true taste of genuine Neapolitan pizza, hand made in our kitchen and cooked to perfection.\u201d <\/p>\n

It has an extensive wine list from exquisite, imported Italian wines to several fantastic house choices.<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Amalia (Campbell Square<\/strong>)
\n\"\"Credit: Amalia Liverpool<\/p>\n

Situated off Duke Street in the heart of Liverpool, Amalia offers contemporary Italian cuisine, in a great setting. Founders Miguel and Antonio have been working together since 2007. <\/p>\n

Amalia is Italian for industrious and hardworking \u2013 which they say reflects in their work, food and presentation \u2013 and it\u2019s also a beautiful, Italian flower that captures the essence of the restaurant. Always a favourite, the award-winning restaurant has a great menu \u2013 and a Calzone Challenge for those who brave enough accept it. Eat the whole pizza and you get it for free!<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Riva Blu (Castle Street)
\n\"\"Credit: Riva Blu<\/p>\n

The Castle Street restaurant boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and a large outdoor terrace, perfect for al fresco dining. Riva Blu is also a great spot for a special occasion or event, with its large space. When it comes to food and drinks, you\u2019re spoilt for choice. The menu changes seasonally, but there is always a brilliant range of pizza, pasta and antipasti dishes.<\/p>\n

Book a table here.<\/a><\/p>\n

The Italian Club (Bold Street<\/strong>)
\n\"\"Credit: The Italian Club<\/p>\n

The Italian Club Family is a group of deli restaurants and bakeries and in\u00a0each of them you\u2019ll find delicious dishes and products served in the ways Italians\u00a0would eat them at home. Executive chef proprietor\u00a0Maurizio Pellegrini says: \u201cI wanted to bring a bit of Puglia to Liverpool.\u201d <\/p>\n

The \u2018A La Carte\u2019 menu offers a choice of dishes, well complemented with daily \u2018specials\u2019, which reflect local and seasonal availability. \u201cAll our dishes are homemade and may sometimes take a little longer to prepare\u2026 but the wait will be worth it!\u201d they say.<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Trattoria 51 (Old Hall Street<\/strong>)
\n\"TrattoriaTrattoria 51<\/p>\n

Trattoria 51 began as a delightful Italian restaurant on Southport Promenade almost 10 years ago when Attilio arrived with cooking experience from around the world, and matched his fresh authentic Italian flavours with excellent value. <\/p>\n

His seafood is renowned, he reckons his pizzas and pasta are just like you\u2019d enjoy in Italy and he loves to add fresh specials every day. <\/p>\n

The success of the Southport restaurant led to the opening of Trattoria 51\u2019s second Italian restaurant in Old Hall Street Liverpool, with a full range of Italian favourites, from Polpette to Penne.<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

L\u2019Olivetto (Rose Lane, Mossley Hill<\/strong>)
\n\"\"Credit: L\u2019Olivetto Bar & Restaurant<\/p>\n

Great family-run independent with owners Shoonagh De La Cruz and husband Kevin striving \u2018to bring the best in Italian cuisine and hospitality\u2019. Prides itself on being fab for both adults and those with kids, and there\u2019s an extensive menu of pizzas and pastas as well as fish, meat and chicken dishes \u2013 and they do a much-praised Sunday Roast.<\/p>\n

Recommended dishes include their lasagne, their Filleto di Bistecca and their Pollo Cacciatora.<\/p>\n

See the menu and book your table <\/strong>here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Ninello\u2019s (Duke Street)
\n\"\"Credit: Ninello\u2019s<\/p>\n

Ninello\u2019s\u00a0delivers an ever-evolving Sicilian-inspired menu set within a cosy, elegant setting. From handcrafted pasta to inventive pinse and inventive desserts, expect bold seasonality in a great location on Duke Street, just beside Lock & Key Boutique Hotel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Find out the latest in Liverpool here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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