To enjoy the iconic bel paese it will not be necessary to leave the city. These Italian restaurants in CDMX will make you travel to a little corner of Italy through smell, sight and, of course, taste. Take note.
1. Feroce
We start the list with an Italian restaurant that has given a lot to talk about in CDMX: ¡!Feroce! This site sets aside the stereotypes and romanticism of Italian cuisine and presents the strength of meat cuts and other traditional recipes.
The best part is that you will not only find Italian food, but you will taste the flavors of the Mediterráneo with dishes from Greece, Turkey, Israel, Spain and Arabia. Among its must-try dishes are papardelle with black truffle and carbonara with bacon. An additional fact: the pizza is cooked in a stone oven.
📍Tonalá 144, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛Tuesday to Saturday from 14:00 to 23:00. Sunday from 14:00 to 20:00.
2. María Ciento 38
A little corner of Sicily in the heart of CDMX: María Ciento 38. At Santa María la Ribera there is a beautiful house with homemade Sicilian food. Burratas, pizzas, calzones, pasta sausages and even gelato are some of the delicacies you will taste here.
But, although the food is exquisite, it is not its only attribute restaurant with terrace to enjoy your food outdoors. It also has rooms decorated with lights and flowers where you will spend a magical moment.
santa María la Ribera 138, Santa María la Ribera, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛Monday to Wednesday from 9:00 to 22:00. Thursday to Saturday from 9:00 to 23:00 and Sunday from 9:00 to 21:00.
3. Fratelli La Bufala
When you’re looking for Italian restaurants in CDMX that are truly delicious, think about Fratelli La Bufala. This place specializes in Neapolitan pizzas made in stone oven brought from Italy. The best part is that the pizzas are ready in just 90 seconds.
The menu offers other authentic dishes from the Mediterráneo such as burrata, creams, risottos and pastas. Among the not-to-be-missed dishes is the Caesar salad and for dessert the traditional tiramisu.
📍Galileo 31, Polanco IV Section, Miguel Hidalgo.
🕛Monday and Tuesday from 13:00 to 23:00. Wednesday from 13:00 to 12:00, Thursday to Saturday from 13:00 to 1:00 and Sunday from 13:00 to 10:00.
4. Enrico Caruso Ristorante
This place will not only remind you of the great Italian singer Enrico Caruso, but will delight you with delicious recipes such as burrata with figs, risotto with mushrooms or cannolis al cioccolato. Also, there is an extensive pizza menu that you will love. Mamma Mia!
In addition to eating well, in Enrico Caruso Ristorante you will enjoy beautiful spaces and lounges. This Italian restaurant is perfect to celebrate a special moment or to surprise on a date.
📍Miguel Ángel de Quevedo 1144, Parque San Andrés, Coyoacán.
🕛Monday to Friday from 12:00 to 22:00.
5. Brunno Pizza & Cucina
South of CDMX there is also Italian food worth trying. Brunno Pizza Cucina is a restaurant that will not disappoint you, on the contrary, it will pamper your palate with homemade recipes that are inspired by the “Nona’s kitchens”.
The stars of the house are the Neapolitan-style pizzas, although there are also lasagna, ravioli, risottos and some seafood products such as salmon and sea bass. Sweeten your palate with tiramisu or profiteroles with vanilla, chocolate and almond ice cream.
📍Av. Revolución 1422, Guadalupe Inn, Álvaro Obregón.
🕛Monday from 13:00 to 22:00, Tuesday to Thursday from 13:00 to 22:30. Friday and Saturday from 13:00 to 23:00, and Sunday from 13:00 to 20:00.
6. Alfredo Di Roma
One of the most traditional Italian restaurants in CDMX is Alfredo Di Roma. Since 1908, the Di Lelio family has handed down its recipes from generation to generation. One of his most acclaimed dishes is fettuccini Alfredo.
This place offers carpaccios, soups, pizzas and a great variety of pastas. It’s worth noting that the pasta they serve is made on the premises, so you’ll taste very fresh and made-from-scratch recipes.goodere!
📍Campos Elíseos 218, Polanco IV Section, Miguel Hidalgo.
🕛Monday to Saturday from 13:00 to 23:30. Sunday from 13:00 to 22:00.
7. II Ritrovo
a whole trattoria in CDMX! II Ritrovo is a quaint and cozy restaurant that will spoil you with gnocchis, pomodoro, fettuccine, pizzas and much more. Don’t forget to leave some room to enjoy a succulent panna cotta.
It should be noted that the great taste is concentrated in a small and intimate establishment, which will turn your meal into a cozy moment. Ideal for an informal date in the company of cocktails and a varied selection of wines.
📍Copenhagen 4, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛Monday to Saturday from 13:00 to 22:00.
8. Prosecco
This restaurant presents a style that combines the rustic with the chic without leaving aside the good taste. The result is an incredible menu of classic recipes including risottos, paninis and pizzas. They will also surprise you with a rich cocktail and wine list.
Although it is a relaxed concept, the rooms and spaces maintain a sophisticated design and ambiance. Therefore, Prosecco is one of the Italian restaurants in CDMX that are perfect for a casual date, closing a deal or celebrating a special occasion.
📍Consult locations and times: here.
9. Macelleria Roma
If you’re looking for a place to have lunch, eat delicious food and drink some wine, then don’t miss this place Macelleria. It is a restaurant that focuses on good conversation and good times driven by flavor.
Here they prepare dishes in a stone oven, Italian ingredients, and the pasta is homemade. Not to be missed: prosciutto ravioli and the spectacular lasagna della nonna.
📍 Orizaba 127, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛Monday to Sunday from 9:00 to 23:30.
10. La Nonna Fina
We couldn’t finish this list of the best Italian restaurants in CDMX without mentioning The fine nonna. It is a small restaurant in the Roma neighborhood that focuses on the homemade flavors of Italy.
The specialty is pizzas, although you can’t miss the risotto, soups and salads. They also have a wine list that goes perfectly with your food, take advantage of it!
jalapa 217, local A, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12:30 to 17:00 and from 20:30 to 23:30. Sunday from 12:30 to 17:00.