Mamma mia!
Filipinos are similar to Italians in many ways, especially with food! For Italians and Filipinos, food is a social experience with big servings we pass around to the whole family.
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Many new Italian restaurants have been popping up since the pandemic ended. With many new and great options for pizzas and pasta dishes, read on to know the top 10 best Italian restaurants in Metro Manila.
10. Pizzulu
One of the newer Italian restaurants to come out of the pandemic, Pizzulu is a great lunch date spot where you get to try modernized Italian dishes with your significant other. We recommend trying the squid ink spaghetti with seafood, prosciutto & arugula pizza, and Pizzulu’s original truffle pizza bianca.
9. Cibo
One of the most famous Italian restaurant chains in Metro Manila, Cibo has been serving modern Italian dishes fit for the Filipino tongue since 1997. It’s not crazy to say that Margarita Fores brought Italian cuisine into the limelight with Cibo.
We recommend trying the spinach dip pizza, roast organic chicken, and roast pork Roman-style!
8. Gianetto’s Pizzeria
Going viral for their affordable steak and delicious pizza, Giannetto’s Pizzeria. Of course, try their ribeye steak, Tartufo fungi risotto, and a simple yet delicious quattro formaggi pizza.
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304 V. Cruz St, Little Baguio, San Juan, Metro Manila
7. La Spezia
Try what might be the best Italian restaurant in QC called La Spezia. We recommend the cacio e pepe, angus beef ribeye, and foie gras pate that’s perfect for date night!
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90 Sct Dr Lazcano St, Tomas Morato, Laging Handa, Quezon City
6. Tartuto Ristorante
With 3 branches to its name, Tartufo Ristorante is one of the up-and-coming restaurants in Metro Manila that everyone should try. Try their baked sea bass for a change of pace from pizzas and pasta, as well as risotto al nero, and baked oysters.
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G/F, One Maridien 9th Avenue, corner 27th Street
5. Lusso
A fine dining concept by Margarita Fores, Lusso is most famous for its foie gras burger as well as a wide selection of modern Italian dishes. We also recommend trying the luxe mac & cheese, lobster & river prawn roll, and strawberry trifle.
4. a mano
A very popular restaurant that’s perfect for when you want to treat your family, a mano is most known for its big servings of authentic Italian dishes. We recommend the beef carpaccio, spaghetti carbonara, and Bianca pizza!
3. Salvatore Cuomo
Located in Podium, Salvatore Cuomo is one of the best places to meet up with your friends for after-lunch chika with some good drinks and a slice of pizza. We recommend trying the porchetta, classic margherita pizza, and sangria!
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G/F, 12 ADB Ave, The Podium
2. Al Dente
One of the newest restaurants on this list, Al Dente is located in Forbestown BGC and is the perfect place not only to dine but even up your social media game just by how viral it is. Regardless Al Dente has earned that virality and is actually pretty good, offering authentic pasta like carbonara and Pomodoro, as well as entrees like meatballs and truffle sausage.
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Unit F, 134 Forbestown Rd, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, Metro Manila
1. Caruso Ristorante
With relaxing interiors and authentic Italian dishes, Caruso Ristorante is the perfect place to celebrate special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. We recommend the penne all’ arrabbiata, salmon fresco, and their florentine steak!
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G/F, 210 N Garcia St Bel Air, LRI Design Plaza, Poblacion, Bel-Air, Makati
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