The Best Italian Restaurants In Hong Kong

You can’t walk right past a good Italian restaurant when you’re more interested in the ‘eat’ than the pray and the love! Here are the best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong for more than just fresh pasta and pizza (although there’s plenty of that too!).

Today, Italian cuisine is a firm favourite across the globe. But that wasn’t always the case. In fact, when Italian food brought by early migrants from Italy first began spreading in the United States, it was seen as overly garlicky, greasy and generally unpalatable – criticisms that the modern foodie would hardly stand for. As attitudes shifted, palates expanded and the dimensions of international movement and exchange grew, Italian cuisine won the hearts of diners from diverse walks of life. So too in the 852, which plays host to some of the very best Italian restaurants in the world.

Flavour, passion and gracious hospitality – these three elements should be at the core of any Italian dining experience. So, whether you’re in search of an upscale degustation for a culinary tour through the regions of Italy or an easy-going trattoria where the wine flows freely, here’s your guide to the best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong. Buon appetito!

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Grissini – Wan Chai Italian restaurant with fresh bread, excellent wine and wholesome food

The first thing you notice when you walk in to Grissini is the divine smell of breadsticks (baked in-house!) – the origin of the restaurant’s name, and for good reason; the freshly baked bread is super addictive! And if that doesn’t get your tastebuds going and tummy rumbling, the extensive menu of Italian delicacies from the Campania region and vino (from an extensive wine cellar) will! Plus, if you’ve been curious but skeptical about sparkling red wine, now’s your chance to try it.

Grissini, 2/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2584 7722, www.hongkong.grand.hyattrestaurants.com

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Octavium Italian Restaurant – Home-style dining room in Central with two Michelin stars

The dishes at Octavium don’t attempt to reinvent the ‘veal’, instead, it’s all about building on the essence of hearty, often rustic, classics. In this home-style Italian restaurant, the fittings are far from everyday – think handmade Venetian glasses and Italian designer furniture – lending a more minimalist and laid-back atmosphere to enjoy dishes of first-class quality.

Octavium, 8/F, One Chinachem Central, 22 Des Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2111 9395, www.octavium.com.hk

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SPIGA – Authentic Italian dining with indoor and al fresco seating

Somehow SPIGA makes you forget you’re in the heart of one of Central’s busiest streets. Its warm interiors, reminiscent of vintage Italy, feel worlds away from the city’s hustle and bustle, and even when you step out onto the terrace at PORTICO, you’re still somewhat insulated from the noise despite not being very high up. Here you’ll find authentic and traditional dishes complemented by a wide selection of great wines. Our favourite thing to do is drop in for the Lunch Buffet with unlimited antipasti, charcuterie, soups, bread and desserts for $288.

SPIGA, 3/F, LHT Tower Podium, 31 Queens Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2871 0055, 

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Osteria Marzia – Italy’s seaside regions take the spotlight at this Black Sheep restaurant

Black Sheep’s Osteria Marzia, situated on the ground floor of the Fleming Hotel, presents a worthy option for those in the mood for a taste of the ocean. Here, the focus is singular: coastal Italian cuisine, simply prepared. The menu pays tribute to three regions in particular – namely Campania, Puglia and Sicily – highlighting the rich, olive oil-soaked textures and tangy, anchovy-laden flavours of southern Italy.

Osteria Marzia, G/F, The Fleming, 41 Fleming Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 3607 2253, www.osteriamarzia.com.hk

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Carbone – American-Italian restaurant with comfort food you’ll love

Inspired by old school, New York-Italian elegance and sophistication, Carbone invites you in with its mix of glamour and comfort (and its famed Spicy Rigatoni Vodka that Sassy Executive Editor Suchetana loves). The menu showcases familiar dishes that take you back to the decadent heyday of Italian chic in New York, including comfort classics like the Lobster Ravioli, Veal Parmesan and Prime Porterhouse.

Carbone, 9/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2593 2593, www.carbone.com.hk

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Giando Italian Restaurant & Bar – Modern Italian eatery serving lunch, dinner and brunch

After Chef and Founder Gianni Caprioli ventured out of Italy to travel the world, he found himself nestled in Star Street putting together a menu that acts as a testament to modern Italian cooking. Here you’ll enjoy unique dishes featuring ingredients not commonly found in Italian kitchens, but each meal stays true to the essence of the chef’s home country, with ingredients sourced from Italy’s best boutique wineries and small family farms.

Giando, Shop 1, G/F, Starcrest Block 1, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2511 8912, www.giandorestaurant.com

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Associazione Chianti – Red wines and meats are the stars here

Inspired by Tuscany’s beloved trattorias, Associazione Chianti aims to embody “Cucina Povera” – the soulful heart of Tuscan dining. Think “good wine, soulful food that relies on simple, quality ingredients”, as the restaurant’s co-founder Syed Asim Hussain puts it. Sticking true to its name, a well-curated wine list is also on offer – with Chianti as the star – and be sure to couple it with a perfectly cooked steak.

Associazione Chianti, Shop 2, 15 Ship Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, www.associazionechianti.com

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Cipriani – Private members’ club with some of the best Italian fare in Hong Kong

We’re not saying you have to become a member of Cipriani, but if you have a friend who works in finance, they likely already have at least a company membership and it’s 100% worth it to ask for an invite! Sassy Editor Anna swears this is the best Italian restaurant in the city, with excellently executed appetisers, flavourful pastas and mouthwatering desserts.

Cipriani, 12/F, Bank Street, Old Bank of China Building, Central, Hong Kong, 2501 0222, www.cipriani.com

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LucAle – Recently moved Sai Ying Pun restaurant with innovative Italian dishes

You better believe that when LucAle moved from 100 Third Street to 28 Pok Fu Lam Road (both in Sai Ying Pun), hordes of loyal diners showed up at the new location. Not only is this Italian restaurant recognised by the Michelin Guide, but also more broadly beloved for its palate-pleasing pasta. Its two Italian chefs, Alessandro and Luca, love experimenting and surprising their guests. Popular orders include the Burrata Deliziosa, Sassy’s favourite vegetarian Chitarrino Al Tartufo Nero adorned with generous shavings of black truffle and the Tagliolini Fatti a Mano that gets ‘released’ from a paper box .

LucAle, Hang Fai Building, 28-32 Pok Fu Lam Road, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 3611 1842, lucalehk.com

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8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA – Hong Kong’s only Italian restaurant with three Michelin stars

Spearheaded by award-winning chef Umberto Bombana, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA enjoys the extraordinary status of being the only Italian restaurant in the world, located outside of Italy, to earn three Michelin stars. Chef Bombana’s dishes unify local and traditional Italian ingredients, creating plates that are as reflective of Bombana’s personal journey as they are contemporary – a distinctive love letter to Italian cuisine in the beating heart of Hong Kong Island.

8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana, Shop 202, 2/F, Landmark Alexandra, 18 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2537 8859, www.ottoemezzobombana.com

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Cantina – Tai Kwun’s Italian restaurant with lunch, dinner and unlimited weekend brunch

It’s hard to go wrong with a restaurant in Tai Kwun, if nothing else, you know you’ll get great pics and enjoy the immaculate vibe. But Cantina also offers so much more than that with trattoria-style Italian cooking in its handmade pasta, risotto and rotating seasonal dishes. This is the place to go when you have a group of friends who love sharing good food, and it’s a great option for a boozy, unlimited weekend brunch (we’re talking endless starters and 2 hours of free-flow Champagne).

Cantina, Shop 01, 1/F, Police Headquarters Block 01, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2848 3000, cantina.com.hk

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BluHouse – Upscale, vibrant Italian restaurant in Rosewood Hotel

Rosewood Hong Kong is officially the Best Hotel In The World (by World’s 50 Best) and with a trip to BluHouse, it’s easy to see why! This sun-drenched restaurant takes pride in its social purpose that supports underserved groups, but beyond that, Chef Giovanni Galeota loves bringing authentic dishes and delicious wines to his diners, introducing them to the spirit of his home country with only the freshest seasonal ingredients.

BluHouse, Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3891 8732, www.rosewoodhotels.com

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Sabatini Ristorante Italiano – Old-school Italian fare in Tsim Sha Tsui and Central

At Sabatini Ristorante Italiano, ensconced within The Royal Garden Hotel, simplicity defines the food on offer. Here, guests have the opportunity to revel in an old-school dining experience where the classics are left largely untouched. Dishes such as Linguine alla Sabatini, Lasagna alla Bolognese and Risotto ai Funghi are exquisitely crafted.

Sabatini Ristorante Italiano, 3/F, The Royal Garden, 69 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2733 2000, www.rghk.com.hk
Sabatini Ristorante Italiano (ifc mall), Shop 4008, Level 4, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2610 0080, Instagram: @ifcsabatini

Tosca di Angelo – Michelin-starred southern Italian eatery at the Ritz-Carlton

Balanced atop the 102nd floor of the luxurious Ritz Carlton, vaulted ceilings and elaborate chandeliers frame the panoramic views of Victoria Harbour at this Michelin-starred Italian restaurant. Ingredients are sourced from Italy, appearing in heirloom Sicilian dishes and Mediterranean-inspired fare. The tiramisu, served with coffee granita on the side, is known to be one of the best in Hong Kong!

Tosca di Angelo, Level 102, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, ICC, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2263 2270, www.toscadiangelo.com

Locanda dell’Angelo – Intimate restaurant serving Sicilian cuisine

A veritable slice of Sicily in Happy Valley, Locanda dell’Angelo’s kitchen is led by owner-chef Angelo Agliano, who comes from a fishing family and grew up in Sicily. After working under Joël Robuchon for nearly a decade, chef Agliano opened Locanda dell’Angelo, an intimate neighbourhood Italian restaurant where seafood takes centre stage (we recommend the ‘Mancini’ Linguini!).

Locanda dell’Angelo, G/F, 10-12 Yuen Yuen Street, Happy Valley, Hong Kong, 3709 2788, www.facebook.com/LocandadellAngeloHK

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More Italian Restaurants In Hong Kong

• Noi – Michelin-starred spot serving contemporary Italian fare with Japanese and French influences. restaurantnoi.hk
• Estro – High-end Italian restaurant that elevates Neapolitan cuisine with a modern touch. www.estro.hk
• Vista – Venetian Cicchetti, handmade pasta and more served in a two-story penthouse with wraparound harbour views. See our full review here. vistahk.com
• Pici – Popular pasta bar with nine locations across Hong Kong. pici.hk
• Nocino – Neighbourhood-favourite Swiss Italian Grotto that’s just opened its fifth location (try the boozy tiramisu). www.nocino.hk
• La Taverna Ristorante Italiano – The first Italian restaurant in Hong Kong, with authentic recipes from 1969. www.latavernahongkong.com
• Giá Trattoria Italiana – Family-style southern Italian restaurant in Wan Chai. www.giatrattoriaitaliana.com
• Vesu Pizza Bar – Innovative pizzas with Hong Kong-inspired toppings (don’t sleep on The Ducky or Mala Chicken!) – closed for renovation until August 2026. vesupizzabar.com.hk

Editor’s Note: “The Best Italian Restaurants In Hong Kong” was most recently updated by Veena Raghunath in May 2026.