
Fill up on food made with love at these outstanding Italian restaurants in Hong Kong.
While we love French cuisine and go mad for dim sum, there’s really nothing more comforting than carbo-loading on pasta and pizza. Add a glass – nay, a bottle – of vino and an order of tiramisu, and you’ve got yourself a perfect meal. From rustic trattorias to Michelin-starred establishments, to fine dining restaurants, Italian restaurants in Hong Kong don’t get any better than these. So… in no particular order, here they are.
Italian restaurants in Hong Kong that float our boat
1. The Cipollini Pizzeria

The Cipollini is not your average pizzeria – it’s an Italian trattoria that has much more to offer! In addition to serving up some of the best fresh handmade pastas and homemade thin-crust pizzas in Hong Kong, The Cipollini also offers delectable appetisers, mains, desserts, and drinks for a complete Italian feast. Start off with mouth-watering Octopus Carpaccio and Wagyu Meatballs, or sample a variety of flavours with the Hot Starter Platter with the signature trio of Prawn Popcorn, Chicken Wings, and Wagyu Meatballs.
Next, we recommend the Classic and Artisanal Pizza. Alternatively, opt for the Wagyu Beef Sirloin, Tuscan Salmon Steak, or Chicken Parmigiana, which all pair perfectly with the restaurant’s selection of Italian beverages. The Cipollini Negroni is a crowd favourite due to its special recipe of replacing the gin with Pinot Grigio, but you can also go sober with the Caffè Vergnano 1882 Coffee. Finally, end your meal on a sweet note with homemade gelato – there are up to 10 flavours for you to choose from, including a featured “Flavour of the Month” on rotation! Visit during winter for the festive Gingerbread Gelato.
The Cipollini Pizzeria, Shop G012, G/F, Airside, 2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Hong Kong, p. 2666 0238
2. Fika

Who says Italian food needs to be super fancy? Located in a village house in Hang Hau, Fika is a casual neighbourhood Italian restaurant sporting cosy interiors. This hidden gem offers a selection of down-to-earth dishes. While it’s hard to pick a favourite, we find the Homemade Carbonara, Beef Cheek with Hashbrowns, and Black Truffle and Mushroom Pizza always satisfying. Order a Caramel Apple Crumble to round off your meal on a sweet note, or just chill out with a cappuccino.
Once you’re fuelled up, explore the neighbourhood with our guide to Tseung Kwan O.
Fika, G/F, 24 Hang Hau Village, Hang Hau, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, p. 6313 9286
3. Falcone

Since opening in 2023, Falcone has captured the hearts of pizza lovers in town. Dishing out homemade pies and pastas in a fun and welcoming environment, this is one of the best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong for casual dinners. We highly recommend the Pesto e Mozarella, while the Diavola adds a kick to your feast with spicy salami. Keep in mind that Falcone doesn’t take reservations, so arrive ahead of peak hours to secure a table!
Falcone, Shop 1082, IFC Mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2631 1190
4. LucAle

Since opening in 2020, LucAle means business when it comes to serving hearty Italian food with a twist. A passion project by Chefs Alessandro Angelini, previously of Shangri-La’s Angelini, and Luca De Berardinis of Conrad, this Italian restaurant offers thoughtfully prepared dishes made with lots of love. Having revitalised its menu in April 2022, LucAle is ready to captivate you with contemporary takes on classic Italian dishes. The Pumpkin and Mascarpone Ravioli elevates a classic, with bronte pistachios sauce and a sprinkle of black truffle. The Slow Cooked Beef Cheek, perfectly cooked with celery root cream and caramelised kumquat, is another dish to write home about. Meanwhile, LucAle’s famous desserts continue to shine, with its Liquorice Crème Brulee and Tiramisu taking centre stage.
After dining at LucAle, explore its surrounding neighbourhood with our neighbourhood guide to Sai Ying Pun.
LucAle, Shop A, 100 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, p. 3611 1842
5. Fini’s

Serving scrumptious New York-style pizzas, homemade pasta dishes, as well as classic Italian-inspired cocktails and wines, Fini’s guarantees its guests a joyful dining experience. Plus, Fini’s generous portions make it a perfect restaurant for group dining. Catch up with the gang while passing around signatures like Fini’s House Smoked Ribs, Mac N Cheese, and Frank’s White Pizza!
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Fini’s has locations in Central and Wan Chai.
6. Dough Kitchen

Tucked away in the laid-back locale of Tai Hang, Dough Kitchen whips up quality pies and homemade pastas. We absolutely adore the restaurant’s intimate vibe, which sets the stage for sampling its hearty dishes. The innovative Sukiyaki Beef Tagliatelle is defo worth a try, while the Formaggio Pizza is simply irresistible. Oh, and don’t forget to order the Tiramisu, too!
While you’re in the area, explore with our handy neighbourhood guide to Tai Hang.
Dough Kitchen, G/F, 21B Brown Street, Tai Hang, Hong Kong, p. 2688 7008
7. Aria

From the modern glass windows that lavishly show off Hong Kong’s skyline, to the plush velvet chairs and marble tabletops, Aria provides a top-notch gastronomic experience. Its contemporary take on classic Italian fare is innovative, and the minimal plating focuses all your attention on the food itself. Aria’s wine and cocktails are the perfect complement to the indulgent dishes, with vintage liqueurs at the ready for capping off the meal.
Aria, 24/F, California Tower, 30-36 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2804 1116
8. Frank’s Italian American Social Club

Looking for tasty Italian restaurants in Hong Kong that double as a great place to hang with friends? Frank’s is a red sauce bar, restaurant, and music joint. From classic Spaghetti Meatball to Linguini with Clams to Chicken Parm Supreme, Frank’s definitely makes Italian food more impressive and indulgent than we imagined!
Frank’s Italian American Social Club, G/F & 1/F, Harilela House, 79 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 9097 9730
9. Pici

If you’re at Pici, you’re there for the pasta. The casual pasta bar serves delicacies from all around Italy, with pastas handmade fresh on-site. Dishes are designed to be shared, so gather your friends and sample them all. In fact, if you don’t feel like choosing just one dish, go for Pici’s famous Pasta Tasting Menu, where you’ll each get four portions of pasta. Must-tries include the Tagliolini with white truffle paste and shaved black truffle; Pici “Cacio e Pepe”; and Lasagna Classica. Word of advice: the restaurant doesn’t take bookings, so if you’re heading there with a large group, best come during off-peak hours!
Read our full review of Pici.
Pici has multiple locations across Hong Kong.
10. A Lux

Hidden near the end of Duddell Street is A Lux, a high-end Italian-French restaurant we love. With a cosy and elegant atmosphere, A Lux serves some of the most delicious Italian grub in town – especially its handmade pasta! We’ve heard good things about the Spaghetti with 24 Months Parmesan Cheese and Black Truffle, and Strozzapreti with Braised Duck Ragout, Wild Mushrooms, and Baby Spinach. We recommend going for the tasting menu to savour the best of A Lux’s offerings. While dishes rotate seasonally, you can expect a selection of amuse bouche, appetisers and soup, pastas, mains, and desserts to finish.
A Lux, Shop M2, M/F, Baskerville House, 13 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2663 9938
11. Spiga

It only takes one look at Spiga’s trendy industrial interiors to see that this is not your mama’s traditional trattoria! A buzzing Hong Kong hotspot, Spiga serves fine Italian fare with a contemporary twist. Helmed by Michelin-starred chef Enrico Bartolini, Spiga serves a series of reinterpreted Italian classics. Crowd favourites include the Roma – Hong Kong Pizza and Mezzi Paccheri alla Ricciola. Spiga’s Tagliatelle al brasato is also one for the books.
Spiga, LHT Tower, 31 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2871 0055
12. 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana

Three Michelin stars – need we say more? When fine Italian food is this incredible, it’s worth the wait. We’re talking about the months-long waitlist at Otto e Mezzo Bombana, as it’s not only one of the best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong, it’s one of the certified best restaurants in Hong Kong, period. This is just not a spot you can casually pop into! As the only Italian restaurant outside Italy to score three Michelin stars, the upscale establishment serves exquisitely crafted dishes. Highlights include the Chitarra Spaghetti with Langoustine, Seafood Jus, and Datterino Tomato, Mayura Beef Tenderloin and Braised Cheek, and Homemade Agnolotti.
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana, Shop 202, Landmark Alexandra, 18 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2537 8859
[This article was originally published in May 2019 and updated in 2024 by Celia Lee.]