Looking for the perfect place for pasta or pizza? Warsaw has an impressive Italian food scene – from cozy family-run trattorias to stylish fine dining restaurants.
We have put together a ranking of the best Italian restaurants in the capital, where pasta dough is made by hand and pizza is baked in a real wood-fired oven.
And if you are looking for more than just Italian food, check out our guide to the best restaurants in Warsaw, featuring cuisines from all over the world.
1. Primitivo Kuchnia i Wino
Between Norblin Factory and Browary Warszawskie, you will find the outstanding Primitivo Kuchnia i Wino, a restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine. It works equally well for a business lunch or a romantic dinner.
The interior is designed with natural materials – reclaimed century-old wood from old houses and barns, stone, ceramics, and glass. The color palette is built around earthy tones: green, brown, beige, and gray.
The menu is based on Mediterranean recipes made with local Polish ingredients. Guests especially praise the beef tartare and the baked feta with tomatoes and olive sauce. The wine list features the largest collection of Primitivo wines in Poland, complemented by other Southern European labels. The bar serves both classic and signature cocktails.
The restaurant can host up to 200 guests inside and around 100 more on its summer terrace – the largest in this part of the city.
2. Allora Ristorante
At the Italian restaurant Allora, chef Miłosz, who spent six years as the head chef at Port Royal, prepares dishes based on recipes he perfected while living in Rome.
The menu includes homemade pasta, antipasti, and desserts. Popular dishes include truffle ravioli, Milanese risotto, and tagliatelle with pesto. Starters feature bruschetta with tomatoes, peach, and stracciatella, as well as vitello tonnato. For dessert, they serve tiramisu and profiteroles.
The bar offers both classic cocktails like Negroni and non-alcoholic versions of popular drinks. Italian music plays in the evenings.
The restaurant is often full at night, but it is still possible to get a table without a reservation. The wait between courses can sometimes be longer than average for Warsaw.
3. Le Braci
Le Braci in Warsaw offers both traditional Italian cuisine and modern signature dishes.
Their pasta is handmade in-house. The tortellini with black truffle deserves special attention – guests highlight its delicate flavor and rich aroma. Among the starters, the arancini and parmigiana stand out. If you want a main course, the beef tenderloin is worth ordering. For dessert, the truffle meringue comes highly recommended – an unusual combination that turns out to be a real discovery.
The wine list includes a wide selection of Italian wines, including orange wines that are still rare in Warsaw. The restaurant also offers an interesting option – you can choose your own truffle for the pasta.
4. Chianti
At Chianti, the main focus is on a rich collection of Italian wines, including famous Tuscan labels.
The menu follows the classic Italian structure: antipasti, primi with pasta, rice, and gnocchi, and secondi with meat and vegetarian mains. Guests especially point out the tagliatelle with truffle sauce and the calamari. For dessert, I strongly recommend trying the tiramisu – it is one of the best tiramisus I have had in my life.
The interior is done in the understated style of an Italian trattoria, with painted walls and rustic touches. The restaurant works well for both friendly get-togethers and romantic dinners.
5. GRANO DURO
Grano Duro is a small, intimate Italian restaurant in Powiśle where fresh homemade pasta is prepared by hand every day. The menu changes weekly, reflecting both seasonal ingredients and the kitchen’s creative approach.
The restaurant follows a slow food concept and gives careful attention to every dish. Because there are only a few tables, booking in advance is necessary.
The carbonara is served with crispy guanciale and a creamy sauce with perfect consistency. The desserts round out the menu and deserve separate attention. The wine list includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options at reasonable prices.
6. Amici
The new Italian restaurant Amici draws people in with its interior and original cuisine led by chef Dmytro Kalinichenko.
The menu features both classics and modern interpretations made with seasonal ingredients. The focaccia is prepared according to a traditional recipe, and the cocktail list includes the popular Pornstar Martini.
The restaurant has a children’s corner with eco-friendly wooden toys, which makes Amici a good option for families. At the same time, the service could be better – it can sometimes feel slow and not especially welcoming.
7. FORNO
Forno Powiśle specializes in Neapolitan pizza baked in an electric oven, which keeps the crust crisp instead of soggy. All ingredients, including flour, tomatoes, and cheese, are imported directly from Italy.
The menu includes both classic and signature pizzas, with the Parma pizza being especially popular. From Monday to Thursday during aperitivo hours, guests get free Italian snacks with wine or cocktails. For dessert, the Italian meringue is worth trying. Pizza is prepared quickly – usually in about 8 to 10 minutes.
8. Otto Pompieri
Otto Pompieri stands out for its use of certified Italian products, including DOP mozzarella and burrata. The pizza is made with special Caputo flour, which gives the dough an exceptionally light and thin texture.
Among the standout dishes are spaghetti with king prawns in lemon sauce and risotto with pumpkin and beef. Their signature desserts – tiramisu and a dessert trio – are made by hand. A special touch is the vintage Berkel slicing machine from the 1920s used for San Daniele prosciutto, while the Grana Padano is aged for 24 months.
9. Spacca Napoli
Want to try Neapolitan pizza with ultra-thin dough? Then Spacca Napoli in Powiśle is a must.
The pasta is cooked strictly al dente, and the truffle carbonara is especially popular. The menu includes traditional Italian dishes, including friarielli, a delicacy that is rarely seen outside Naples. The tiramisu follows a classic recipe and comes out airy and moist.
They serve good-quality house wine and Italian Birra Moretti. The only drawback is that some desserts are made with Nutella, which moves away from more authentic recipes.
10. Nonna Pizzeria
At Nonna Pizzeria, located near the University of Warsaw, pizza is baked in a wood-fired oven according to Neapolitan traditions, which gives the crust its characteristic leopard spotting.
Their signature Diavola is genuinely spicy, and every pizza is built on a base of ripe tomato sauce and soft, melty cheese. From the bar seats, you can watch the cooks at work – they handle the tight space with real skill, sending pizza after pizza into the oven.
Among the desserts, the generous pistachio meringue stands out. The restaurant is small and does not take reservations, so there can be a wait – but it is worth it.
11. Tutto Bene
If you are in Stary Mokotów, stop by Tutto Bene and try the gnocchi, tortellini, or octopus burger. Among the meat dishes, the tender beef tagliata stands out, while the starters worth ordering include crispy calamari and melanzane alla parmigiana.
The restaurant offers a solid selection of Italian wines, including Tuscan options by the glass, as well as Peroni on draft. Fresh house-baked bread is served with the mains.
12. Dziurka od Klucza
At Dziurka od Klucza, which opened in 2012, the menu is built around Neapolitan-style pizza and fresh house-made pasta. The ravioli with mushrooms and truffle deserves special attention, as does the spaghetti with ragù. The restaurant is located on the grounds of Fort VIII, also known as Służew.
13. Mąka i Woda
At Mąka i Woda, they make excellent pizza in a wood-fired oven and fresh pasta by hand every day. All dishes are built around seasonal products from local suppliers, including house-made cured meats and their own bread.
The pizza comes with thin dough and is offered in two styles – rosa or bianca – while the wine list includes bottles across different price ranges. Guests especially praise the starters and desserts, and the prices remain reasonable for central Warsaw.
14. Pizzaiolo Krucza
Pizzaiolo Krucza serves Neapolitan pizza with both classic and signature toppings. The menu includes creative variations, such as three kinds of margherita and weekly specials. One standout is the “Patate e Habenero,” thanks to its unusual mix of ingredients, while the “Selezione di Focacce” offers a tasting set of four focaccia varieties.
15. Ciao a Tutti
At Ciao a Tutti, the dough is left to rest for 24 hours, made with type 00 flour, and topped with San Marzano DOP tomatoes from the Agro Sarnese-Nocerino region. The Fior di Latte mozzarella is delivered fresh straight from Italy. One of the highlights on the menu is the classic Margherita pizza, with a perfect balance of sauce and cheese, as well as the more unusual “Cavolo e Barbabietola” with cavolo nero. For dessert, make sure to try the cheesecake.
16. Va Bene
At the cozy Va Bene, pizza is served by the slice on thin, crispy dough, which makes it convenient for a quick bite. The menu includes classic dishes such as flawlessly prepared Amatriciana and Carbonara. The wine list features a good selection of Italian wines at reasonable prices.
17. Holy Ravioli
Since opening, Holy Ravioli has been attracting guests from all over the city with its signature ravioli. Pasta is made by hand right in front of customers, with several fillings available – from classic carbonara to truffle cheese. Creamy cannoli round out the menu, and the affordable prices make the place popular despite having only 16 seats.
18. Casa Ristoranti
Tagliatelle with perfectly cooked beef has become the signature dish of this restaurant. Casa Ristoranti offers both classic and vegetarian versions of traditional Italian dishes. The drinks list includes an extensive collection of Italian wines and the ever-popular Aperol Spritz, while the standout desserts are homemade tiramisu and a pistachio dessert with ice cream.
19. Milanovo
Near Wilanów Palace, you will find Milanovo – an Italian restaurant focused on pasta and pizza. The menu leans toward classics, from carbonara to pizza with mortadella and truffle, but they also serve juicy ribs and roasted chicken. For dessert, I suggest trying the baked bananas. Prices are above average.
20. Tutti Santi
Tutti Santi makes pizza according to the recipe of Italian master Valerio Valle, using 5 Stagioni flour made from specially selected wheat. The dough comes out thin and crisp thanks to a special maturation process, while the sauce is made from sweet Southern Italian tomatoes.
The menu features high-quality traditional Italian ingredients such as bresaola from aged beef, prosciutto crudo, Milano salami, and mozzarella di bufala from Campania. Guests especially praise the pizza with white sauce and the homemade pasta, including the lasagna.
21. Diverso
At Diverso, traditional Italian pizza is made using a 25-year-old sourdough starter and organic flour from Italy. They also serve homemade pasta, including carbonara without cream and tagliatelle with mango and porcini mushrooms, as well as steaks made from high-quality beef.
22. Pizzeria 360°
Pizzeria 360° serves Neapolitan pizza with a wide range of toppings and traditional Italian pasta dishes. The menu is complemented by a large selection of craft beer and signature cocktails made with Italian liqueurs. It is a good choice for a quick casual lunch or dinner.
