Best Italian Restaurants in Silver Lake
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pizzana Silver Lake
Michelin-recognized Neo-Neapolitan pizza with 64-year-old Italian starter imported ingredients
Notable Picks
8.6
Michelin Bib Gourmand Neo-Neapolitan pizzeria by Sprinkles founders and Naples-born pizzaiolo Daniele Uditi features 64-year-old Italian starter slow dough fermented for two days. The Silver Lake location imports stone-ground flour, San Marzano tomatoes, and fior di latte mozzarella from Italy, creating distinctive pliable crusts singed perfectly with creative toppings like Cacio e Pepe pizza earning critical acclaim.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio e Pepe Pizza, Neo Margherita, Corbarina with Squash Blossom
What Makes it Special: Michelin-recognized Neo-Neapolitan pizza with 64-year-old Italian starter imported ingredients
8.4
Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant features tree-house-like outdoor patios with rustic Mediterranean decor throughout multiple levels. Chef Lior Hillel crafts Mediterranean tapas alongside rotating small-production wines, creating a neighborhood favorite since becoming the Kronfli Brothers' fifth LA location.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Hummus, Pear and Brie Pizza, Brussels Sprouts
What Makes it Special: Multi-level outdoor patios with rustic Mediterranean charm and 90-minute open bar special
Worthy Picks
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Nonna-approved Italian gastronomia from Chef Francesco Lucatorto serving house-made focaccia sandwiches and ready-to-eat pastas. Started as a pandemic pop-up, this casual cafe with bright yellow umbrellas and whitewashed cottage exterior channels Italian countryside charm on a bustling Sunset stretch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Focaccia Sandwich with Meatballs, Lasagna with Pesto, Suppli
What Makes it Special: Authentic Italian gastronomia with grab-and-go or sidewalk dining