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Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Upstate New York

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Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Upstate New York? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Frank’s
4.7
4.7 (12)
$30 and under
Italian
Endicott
About the restaurant
At Frank’s, we have a deep appreciation for the traditional foods of Italy and Sicily. Each time I return from those regions, I am inspired by new concepts and trends. It’s wonderful to see Italy consistently leading the culinary world and setting high standards. At Frank’s, we aim to blend the “Old World” with the “New.” By honoring traditional methods and incorporating innovative recipes, we create a fusion of flavors that excites the palate.

We always respect the rich traditions of Italian cooking and strive to remain faithful to the recipes passed down through generations. However, we also embrace modern influences and work to present you with exciting dishes that offer an authentic taste of Italia.
Top review
Becky
Dined on 7 Aug 2026
Our waiter was great, took very good care of us!!!
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Lucia's on the Lake
4.9
4.9 (5415)
$31 to $50
Italian
Buffalo
About the restaurant
Voted one of The Top 100 Restaurants in The United States by OpenTable Diners, Lucia's On The Lake is a captivating contemporary Seafood, Steak, and Italian Restaurant right on the Water. Featuring a Rooftop Patio, and Waterviews throughout the entire restaurant, Diners are captivated by the beauty of the Lake, warm ambience, dynamic food, and exceptional service.

AWARDS
Voted Top 100 Overall Restaurant USA - OpenTable 2023
Voted Top 100 Restaurant with a View USA - OpenTable 2021
Voted Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurant USA - OpenTable 2022
Best of 716 New York - 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
OpenTable Diners Choice Award - 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
DiRona Wine Spectator Award of Excellence North America 2024


*** We want to be as accommodating as possible when it comes to reservations, if it says nothing available please give us a call to make a reservation! (716)-627-9752
Top review
Kristy
Dined 4 days ago
Food was out of this world, as always. Never had a bad meal. Best restaurant in WNY, hands down!
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ALASKAN HALIBUT
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CRAB RISOTTO
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CHICKEN CARBONARA
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Villa di Como Ristorante
4.9
4.9 (338)
$50 and over
Italian
Albany
About the restaurant
At Villa di Como, we provide a professional, yet homey style of hospitality that makes our guest feel welcome, warm, and happy. Our focus is attracting guest who value quality and the Italian experience over price and quantity. We have a 7 table very intimate dining room with a bar and a private dining room for special events. We are the perfect restaurant to celebrate your special dates with your loved ones.

Chef Ali is from Lake Como, Italy and cooks unique authentic Italian food, makes small batch, super premium Limoncello & Orangecello Liquor, gourmet jarred Italian sauces for you to take home. Chef Ali imports his ingredients directly from Italy. Chef Ali's family owns a hotel and three restaurants in Lake Como, Italy where he brings you authentic recipes for you to enjoy.

We look forward to hosting you and your loves ones!
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Ana
Dined on 18 Sept 2026
Amazing food. The apps, main course and dessert were superb
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Mulberry Italian Ristorante
4.9
4.9 (1952)
$31 to $50
Italian
Buffalo
About the restaurant
Equal parts restaurant and experience, Mulberry Italian Ristorante is a wonderful option for those who want an authentically delicious meal. Explaining that it may look like the Bronx, but that it tastes like Manhattan, this cozy eatery is just south of the center of Buffalo and offers iconic Italian foods.

Visitors to Mulberry Italian Ristorante can enjoy their lunch or dinner menu items and will find that even some of the standards are far more creative than what they usually encounter. Freshness is also a huge part of the experience, and the caprese is hand crafted each day while the pasta is homemade on the premises. Delicious and comprehensive, the Mulberry Italian Ristorante menu is a delight.

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Rick
Dined 3 days ago
Terriffic every time!!!! We will be back very soon.
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Meatball Salad
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Chicken Parm Milano
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Ancora!
4.9
4.9 (649)
$30 and under
Italian
Utica
About the restaurant
Ancora is located adjacent to the historic Stanley Theatre and is one of Central New York's premier dining establishments.

With its concrete-exposed high ceilings, stage lighting, custom-designed wine tower bar, open kitchen, colorful, local artwork and seasonal outdoor seating, Ancora is the perfect blend of rustic old-world and urban design.

Featuring Italian-Mediterranean inspired cuisine and craft cocktails, Ancora will have you begging for more. Make sure you save room for dessert. Our homemade crepes are the perfect ending to every meal.

Shared with friends or cherished alone, Ancora is the ideal compliment to any evening, conversation or show.
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Jim
Dined 3 days ago
Food and cocktails were incredible but you can’t beat the customer service. Unfortunately most restaurants forget about customer service. The atmosphere at Ancora is welcoming as soon as you walked through the door. We will definitely be back soon.
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Gorgonzola Potatoes
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Nové Italian Restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1383)
$30 and under
Italian
Saratoga Springs
About the restaurant
Nové Italian Restaurant offers a variety of flavorful, homemade Italian dishes and Brooklyn-style brick oven pizza using only the freshest ingredients. Choose to dine-in, carryout, or home delivery 7 days a week. Make a reservation today and try some of the best Italian cuisine (and pizza) in the area!!
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Betsy
Dined 3 days ago
Went for my husband's birthday and had a wonderful dinner and exceptional service. Our waitress, Vanessa was personable and incredibly attentive. She timed all our courses ao that we had a relaxing evening celebration.
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Chicken Mario
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Cristo's Wood Fired Pizza and Pasta
4.8
4.8 (625)
$30 and under
Italian
Rochester
About the restaurant
CRISTO'S WOOD FIRED PIZZA and PASTA. Come enjoy our rustic charm and open kitchen. Featuring Appetizers, Salads, Wood Fired Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Dishes and Nightly Features including homemade Desserts. Live Music Wednesdays 5-8.


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Zack
Dined on 23 Sept 2026
Appetizers (the meatballs and the Arancini) were awesome. Love the red marinara. I got the vodka sauce and was super delighted to find fresh made pasta that melted in my mouth. Cannolis for dessert were very good. Would recommend this place to others and will be coming back again!
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Concordia Restaurant
4.8
4.8 (161)
$31 to $50
Italian
Endicott
About the restaurant
Endicott, NY's newest fine dining experience located in the heart of the historic Little Italy neighborhood. Guests can enjoy exceptional dishes in a sophisticated neighborhood restaurant. Our menu features Italian favorites alongside seasonal specialties. Join us for a new Northside of Endicott experience!
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ryan
Dined 3 days ago
Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great!
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Abbiocco by A Mano
4.8
4.8 (797)
$31 to $50
Italian
Syracuse
About the restaurant
Opened in September of 2018, a mano kitchen & bar. "new american with an italian soul". Hand made pasta, breads & salumi & wood fired pizza's. Open for dinner, amano offers both small & large plates for your dinning pleasure.
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Donna
Dined 4 days ago
Very happy with every aspect of this restaurant and will definitely go again. Service was absolutely impeccable. Thank you for the great dinner
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Pepperoni
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Bolognese
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Gola Osteria
4.5
4.5 (1153)
$31 to $50
Italian
Ithaca
About the restaurant
Gola Osteria is tucked inside the Historic Quarry Arms Building, providing an atmosphere of old-world charm that features antique Stickley style furniture. Our signage in and around the building is limited due to landmark regulations. Don't hesitate to call us for directions and parking instructions!

Please keep in mind we treat our terrace as a first come first serve basis. You may request to sit outside but we may not be able to accommodate your request.

Gola serves modern Italian cuisine that highlights imported Italian ingredients along with proudly supporting local farms and wineries. The menu, created by Chef Sam Epps, is meant to give new experiences driven by passion and tradition. The seasonally inspired menu (updated weekly) is accompanied by a well-curated Italian and Finger Lakes wine list as well as a rotating selection of both inventive and classic cocktails.
We are happy to provide champagne toasts or specialty cakes for your celebration!

Open Wednesday to Saturday
Top review
Karen
Dined 4 days ago
Black pasta amazing! Lasagna amazing! House salad amazing! Service amazing. Can’t wait to return!
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