Discover a passion for food with the amazing selection of Italian restaurants Auckland has to offer. Whether you're looking for a good pizza, pasta or some of Nonna's home made cooking, there are a range of Italian restaurants in Auckland that a great for giving you a taste of Italy. Next time you find yourself about to search 'Italian restaurants Auckland' - head to the heart of the city and all your cravings will soon be satisfied.
Amano | 66-68 Tyler St
Widely known as one of the best Italian restaurants Auckland has to offer, Amano is dedicated to quality across all aspects of food and service and is many Italian-lovers go-to, whether for a quick lunch or sit down dinner. The provenance of their ingredients is central to Amano’s ethos; their delicious pasta is handmade on-site, and their meat is utilized nose to tail. Here you’ll find a variety of modern pasta dishes using only the best seasonal produce available.
Williams Eatery | G03/85 Daldy Street
Named as one of Metro's Supreme Winner of best cafe for the 2019/20 period and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Williams is an eatery for people who love good food and drink with great company. Praised for their excellent service (they also won Metro's best service award), thoughtful and Italian-inspired inventive menu and delicious specialty coffee, Williams Eatery offers respite and calm while also being close to the action of the rest of the city centre. We thoroughly recommend their 12-hour beef shin tagliatelle with tomato ragu, pangritata and parmesan - it's delicious!
Proper Pizza | 12 O’Connell St
Auckland city centre's newest little pizza place lives up to its name, serving up pizza the proper way. Watch as the staff hand-knead the dough before dressing the pizza with a selection of gourmet ingredients. Originating in Kosovo Proper Pizza offers 12 thin crust pizzas, ranging from the deliciously extravagant apple crumble dessert pizza to a classic pepperoni and cheese.
Baduzzi | 10-26 Jellicoe St
The Sicilian word for 'meatballs,' Baduzzi is a fine dining collaboration by restauranteur Michael Dearth. The pair promise dishes that are familiar yet challenging. Casual and affordable, but with an air of sophistication and New-York Italian, the menu features meatball dishes including sandwiches or pasta, as well as plenty of other delicious, quintessential Italian offerings. So when you're next looking for an exquisite meal with a lively atmosphere, this is one of the best Italian restaurants Auckland city centre has to offer for just that.
Portofino | 87/89M Customs St W
What could be better than dinner with a fantastic view of Auckland's beautiful Viaduct Harbour? You'll find that here at Portofino as well as fantastic service at this family operated business. In keeping with the spirit of the ocean side dining we recommend trying their risotto alla pescatora - a seafood risotto combining prawn, salmon and squid in a delicious tomato risotto accompanied by fresh oysters.
Ortolana | 33 Tyler St
In the heart of Britomart, Ortolana offers a uniquely rustic twist on Italian inspired cuisine. The restaurant’s philosophy prioritises a garden to fork approach in which their produce is grown from the restaurant’s very own garden. This carefully orchestrated process allows Ortolana to present exciting dishes you won’t find anywhere else.
Gemmi | Commercial Bay, 7 Queen Street
Serving up delicious foods and wines in a fast paced and causal settting. Take some time to soak in the views of Auckland harbour with a glass of red and plate of pasta.