Best Italian Restaurants in Tudor City
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Patsy's Pizzeria
Coal-oven outpost of a historic New York pizza name with full-service dining.
Notable Picks
8.4
The 2nd Avenue outpost of Patsy’s Pizzeria brings the Harlem-born coal-oven brand to Midtown East, with thin, lightly charred pies and a full Italian menu. This location attracts neighborhood families, office groups, and pre-UN crowds for sit-down meals with table service and wine. It’s one of the more polished options in the area for classic New York–style pies.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coal-oven margherita pizza, White pie, Old School round pizza
What Makes it Special: Coal-oven outpost of a historic New York pizza name with full-service dining.
8.2
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Venetian elegance meets Grand Central convenience at this spacious Northern Italian stalwart. The central brick oven produces excellent thin-crust pizzas while the 30-foot mahogany bar anchors a dependable crowd-pleasing menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pappardelle with Lamb Ragù, Speck Pizza, Polenta with Meatballs
What Makes it Special: Spacious Venetian-inspired setting steps from Grand Central