Browse all 72 Italian restaurants in the Outside Eats dining guide to the San Francisco Peninsula. Select any restaurant for photos, hours, directions, reviews, and the full profile.
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- 888 Ristorante Italiano San CarlosIn-house made menu changes seasonally with authentic Italian family recipes.
- Amici's East Coast Pizzeria San MateoNew York-style thin-crust pizza made with freshest ingredients, baked perfectly.
- Andiamo in Banca South San FranciscoHoused in a restored 1920s bank building, featuring handmade pasta and an award winning wine program.
- Avanti Pizza Fresh Pasta Menlo ParkFamily-owned Italian restaurant at 3536 Alameda de las Pulgas with authentic handcrafted pizzas, fresh-made sauces, house pasta, and salads at affordable prices.
- Bellini Bistro Foster CityTraditional Italian dishes at reasonable prices with visible freshness.
- Bistro Arancini BurlingameHandcrafted pizzas with locally-sourced ingredients and signature polenta cake.
- Bolare Trattoria & Pizzeria PacificaPacifica's go-to Italian trattoria on Hickey Blvd serving wood-fired pizzas, handmade gnocchi, and classic pasta in a warm dining room.
- Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant Palo AltoFestive family-style Italian with generous portions of classic pasta, lasagna and chicken for groups and celebrations.
- Buona italia caffe PacificaTiny, warmly authentic Italian cafe on Francisco Blvd renowned for house-made lasagna, gnocchi with basil pesto, and spaghetti carbonara.
- Cafe Figaro BurlingameFamily-owned Italian restaurant featuring housemade pastas and curated wine pairings.
- Cafe Pro Bono Palo AltoThree-time Palo Alto Weekly best Italian restaurant winner with housemade pasta and organic ingredients for 30-plus years.
- Cafe Vitale Los AltosAuthentic Italian cuisine featuring award winning dishes, live music, and a hometown atmosphere with an upscale flare.
- Caffe Riace Palo AltoFamily-owned California Avenue Sicilian trattoria since 1997 with outdoor piazza dining and housemade Italian specialties.
- Capri Lasagneria BurlingameSix signature lasagnas made with hand-rolled pasta and slow-cooked sauces.
- Che Fico Parco Menlo Menlo ParkOutdoor all-day Italian concept from SF's acclaimed Che Fico team at Stanford Shopping Center with wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta, and a relaxed California-Italian atmosphere.
- Cucina Venti Restaurant Mountain ViewCucina Venti Restaurant is an Italian restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Delizie Cucina & Vino San CarlosAuthentic Calabrian cuisine featuring homemade pastas and regional Italian dishes.
- Divino Ristorante BelmontAuthentic regional Italian cuisine with freshest pasta and impeccable service.
- Don Giovanni Mountain ViewDon Giovanni is an Italian restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Donato Enoteca Redwood CityEnjoy shareable tapas style Italian plates featuring fresh, simple ingredients where tradition meets innovation in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.
- Doppio Zero Mountain View Mountain ViewDoppio Zero Mountain View is an Italian restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Esposto's Delicatezza South San FranciscoFamily run deli serving signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and traditional pasta dishes with quality ingredients.
- Fattoria e Mare Half Moon BayNorthern Italian farm-to-table restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Pablo Estrada, meaning Farm and Sea.
- Giorgio's Italian Grill and Pizzeria Mountain ViewGiorgio's Italian Grill and Pizzeria is an Italian restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- I’l Portale Italian Restaurant by Los Portales Mountain ViewI’l Portale Italian Restaurant by Los Portales is an Italian restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Il Fornaio Mountain ViewIl Fornaio is an Italian restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Il Fornaio Burlingame BurlingameAward-winning Italian restaurant featuring housemade pastas and wood-fired pizzas.
- Impasto by Terun San CarlosChefs follow AVPN guidelines ensuring authentic traditional Neapolitan pizza quality.
- It's Italia Half Moon BayA Half Moon Bay institution since 1997, housed in the Half Moon Bay Inn on Main Street.
- iTalico Palo AltoMichelin Bib Gourmand-recognized California Avenue Italian with Neapolitan-style pizza, housemade pasta, and a Wine Spectator-awarded wine list.
- La Collina Italian Restaurant MillbraeFamily run since 1996 serving Northern Italian cuisine with exquisite seafood, pasta, veal, and organic salads.
- La Lanterna Ristorante San MateoFamily-run restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes with nightly specials.
- La Piazza Half Moon BayMediterranean-inspired retail courtyard on Main Street housing Moonside Bakery, boutique shops, and private event space for weddings and celebrations.
- La Stanza Cucina Italiana Menlo ParkNeighborhood Italian restaurant with fresh pasta, wood-fired dishes, and a warm trattoria atmosphere popular for business lunches and date nights.
- LUCETI'S on 25th San MateoItalian cuisine created by world-class chef and awarded San Franciscan Roger Bertola.
- Luigi Italian Restaurant PacificaCozy Italian-American eatery in Adobe Plaza known for handcrafted pizzas, eggplant parmigiana, lasagna, and chicken marsala.
- Luigi's Sandwich Palace South San FranciscoFresh sandwiches with highest quality ingredients, featuring specialties like Tri Tip and Italian subs in a family run deli.
- Mezza Luna Restaurant Half Moon BayFamily-owned Italian restaurant operating for over 30 years, steps from Pillar Point Harbor.
- O Sole Mio MillbraeA nostalgic tribute featuring original 1954 fixtures and romantic melodies with hearty Italian food worth traveling for.
- Original Joe’s Westlake Daly CityBeloved Daly City institution reborn at 11 Glenwood Avenue since 1956, with prime rib, fillet of sole, handmade ravioli, an open kitchen, and a mid-century dining room that draws diners from across the Peninsula.
- Osteria at Domenico San CarlosTimeless Italian fare made with fresh, local ingredients near the winery.
- Osteria Toscana Palo AltoCalifornia Avenue Tuscan trattoria with housemade pasta, braised meats, and a curated Italian wine list in a warm intimate setting.
- Pasta Moon Half Moon BayFarm-to-table Italian serving daily fresh-made pastas, thin-crust pizza, and local seafood since 1987.
- Pausa Bar & Cookery San MateoChef Andrea Giuliani creates authentic Italian cuisine from Northern California bounty.
- Pazzo San CarlosNew Haven style wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas from Gambardella's owner.
- Peninsula Italian American Social Club San MateoFeatures authentic Italian restaurant and beautiful bocce court on-site.
- PIZZA & PASTA HOUSE Daly CityNeighborhood Italian restaurant at 301 Miriam Street with generously sized pizzas, fresh pasta, and classic Italian-American comfort food rated 4.7 stars across 340-plus delivery orders.
- Pompeii Ristorante Los AltosAuthentic Italian cuisine with specialty dishes like insalate, antipasti, and traditional pizzas in downtown Los Altos.
- PRANZI San CarlosHouse-made pastas and refined Northern Italian fare with warm hospitality.
- Ravioli House San MateoHistorical San Mateo institution since 1940's. Ravioli made with a restored vintage machine from the 1930s paired with legendary handcrafted sandwiches.
- Red Sauce Meatballs Food Truck South San FranciscoBay Area's only meatball truck featuring grass fed beef, natural pork, and organic turkey with fresh, simple ingredients.
- Riposo South San FranciscoItalian flavors meet California ingredients in handmade pastas, artisan pizzas, and locally sourced dishes. Bright atmosphere with Thursday happy hour.
- Ristorante Buon Gusto South San FranciscoOld school Italian with traditional Southern Italian cuisine and exceptional seafood, rooted in founder Vincenzo's Italian fishing heritage.
- Ristorante Rocca BurlingameSeasonal Italian cuisine in an enchanting Tuscan setting with private dining.
- Roma Menlo ParkClassic Italian restaurant at 820 Santa Cruz Avenue with handmade pastas, wood-fired dishes, a full bar, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere popular for lunch, dinner, and outdoor patio dining.
- Sapore Express San MateoHand-made pasta made fresh daily with highly-rated sauces downtown.
- Sapore Italiano Ristorante BurlingameGood meals were never meant to be rushed, neither were conversations.
- Sole Ristorante Italiano San MateoThey treat diners like family with homemade pastas and desserts.
- Spasso San CarlosItalian influenced California cuisine with an extensive wine list.
- Stella BurlingameAlpine recipes from Matteo's Nonna featuring braised meats and housemade gnocchi.
- Teani's Italian Deli South San FranciscoOriginal Little Lucca owner serves authentic Italian sandwiches with famous garlic sauce in a nostalgic setting filled with historical artifacts.
- The Garden Club South San FranciscoFamily owned since 1964, serving generous portions with homemade sauces and signature prime rib dinners.
- The Pasta Market Los AltosFamily owned since 1982, making fresh pasta and sauces daily using old world recipes and top ingredients.
- Tre Monti Los AltosHomemade pasta and authentic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients sourced directly from Italy.
- Trellis Restaurant Menlo ParkNorthern Italian restaurant at 1077 El Camino Real with a hidden upstairs al fresco terrace draped in grapevines, fresh seasonal menus, housemade pastas, two full bars, and private dining for groups up to 220.
- Vaso Azzurro Restaurant Mountain ViewTraditional Italian restaurant with fresh pasta, seafood preparations, and a classic Italian dining room atmosphere popular for family dinners.
- Villa Lucia's Redwood CityOld school Italian restaurant featuring hand tossed pizza and homemade sauces from scratch for over 40 years.
- Vina Enoteca Palo AltoMichelin-recognized Italian restaurant inside the historic 1888 Stanford Barn with wood-fired pizza, housemade pasta, and a curated Italian wine program.
- Vino Santo Redwood CityEuropean inspired Italian fare featuring hand rolled gnocchi and Grand Marnier Souffle, guided by a Certified Sommelier.
- Viva Italiano Pizzeria & Restaurant PacificaNeighborhood Italian restaurant and pizzeria on Bill Drake Way, serving pizza, pasta, salads, and sandwiches for lunch and dinner daily.
- Vivace Ristorante BelmontWatch talented chefs prepare Northern Italian dishes from Piemonte and Toscana.
- West Coast Cafe San BrunoElegant Italian restaurant offering authentic dishes with homemade traditional style and an extensive wine selection.
About Italian Restaurants on the SF Peninsula
Italian food on the San Francisco Peninsula ranges from red-sauce classics and neighborhood trattorias to refined, seasonal kitchens turning out fresh pasta and wood-fired dishes. It is a category built for how people here like to eat, generous, shareable, and easy to gather around, with strong options in San Mateo, Burlingame, Redwood City, and Palo Alto.
At the comforting end you will find familiar favorites done well, lasagna, chicken parmesan, spaghetti and meatballs, and thin-crust pizzas from a hot oven. Step up and the Peninsula delivers house-made pasta, risotto cooked to order, branzino, and antipasti built around local produce, often with a California lightness layered over Italian technique. Many kitchens focus on a region, so a menu might lean Tuscan, Sicilian, or northern with braises and rich sauces.
The wine side matters here. Italian restaurants on the Peninsula tend to keep thoughtful lists, and a good server can pair a bottle to your table without fuss. Weeknight dinners lean casual and family friendly, while weekends fill with date nights and celebrations, so a reservation helps at the busier spots.
Vegetarians do well with pasta, pizza, and vegetable-forward antipasti, and most kitchens are happy to adjust. Bread, olive oil, and a shared starter set the tone for a relaxed, unhurried meal, which is the whole point.
Use the list below to browse Italian restaurants by city, then open a profile for hours, photos, and directions. Whether you want a quick slice and a plate of pasta or a long dinner over wine, the Peninsula's Italian dining covers the full range.
