Best Group Dining Gatherings Italian Restaurants in Lincoln Square
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Caro Mio Italian Restaurant
BYOB, homestyle Italian built around handmade pasta and red-sauce comfort.
Notable Picks
8.4
A BYOB neighborhood trattoria known for homestyle, sauce-forward plates and hearty portions that land like a warm family meal. The move is to lean into their handmade pasta and classic red-sauce comfort—simple cooking that locals return to regularly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Homemade rigatoni, Lasagna, Tiramisu
What Makes it Special: BYOB, homestyle Italian built around handmade pasta and red-sauce comfort.
8
A neighborhood Italian cafe anchored by wood-fired pizza, with a menu that goes beyond the basics into shareable starters and composed plates. The best move is to start with a small appetizer, then pick one classic pie and one more adventurous topping combo for range.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Bruschetta/crostini, Mushroom pizza
What Makes it Special: Wood-fired pizza at the core, with a broader Italian cafe menu.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A family-run, old-school pizza room that leans into thin-crust tavern pies and a casual, all-ages hangout energy. It’s strongest for groups and families when you order a classic pie, add one appetizer, and let the arcade-style setup do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Thin-crust tavern pizza, Bruschetta, Cheese curds
What Makes it Special: Family-run tavern pizza with an all-ages, hangout-friendly setup.