Traveling may still be restricted, but that doesn’t mean we can’t fly by cuisine! If you’ve been wanting some Italian fix, you’re in luck as Hong Kong is home to a slew of authentic restaurants reminiscent of Rome’s trattorias and pizzerias. Check out our handpicked list of Italian restaurants in Hong Kong.

Castellana

With rustic yet cozy interiors, Castellana welcomes guests with its food selections inspired by northern Italian cuisine. It recreates the culinary expertise of Piedmont, a lush region in Italy known for wines, hazelnuts, and cheeses. You can order its veal in tuna sauce and homemade Piedmont agnolotti pasta for your Saturday lunch.

Location: 10/F, Cubus, 1 Hoi Ping Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Posto Pubblico

Branded as a “New York Italian Osteria,” Posto Pubblico features mouth-watering southern Italian staples. It combines New York’s contemporary kitchen techniques with Italy’s old-world traditions. Some favorites from its menu are lasagne with ricotta, Aglio olio, and linguine with clams.

G/F, 28 Elgin Street, Central, Hong Kong n / a Central & Western District, Hong Kong

Cucina

Admiring the magnificent waterfront view of Victoria Harbour, this Italian restaurant in Hong Kong is perfect for a romantic dinner date or a casual get-together with friends. Head chef Andrea Delzanno whips up signature dishes such as risotto alla pina colada, marinated red prawn, and baked angus beef tournedos. The restaurant also has a bevy of wine choices sourced from Italy, New Zealand, and France.

Location: Level 6, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Harbour City Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Pici

Craving for some pasta? Pici is one of the most popular pasta bars in Hong Kong serving a variety of handmade noodles in a cozy setting. For HK$158, you get to enjoy one starter, one pasta dish, and a dessert. Its best-sellers include ravioli al pesto, fettuccine alla gricia, and lasagna classica. You can pair your meal with a glass of iced tea or house wine.

Location: Multiple locations. Find the nearest branch here.

8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana

This Italian restaurant in Hong Kong needs no introduction. With three Michelin stars under its belt, 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana delights gastronomes’ palates with signature dishes such as homemade linguine and blue lobster cavatelli. The restaurant is headed by its namesake, Umberto Bombana, who has his fair share of accolades such as the “King of White Truffles" and the “Best Italian Chef in Asia.” Aside from the mesmerizing dishes, guests will also take delight in the vintage-style interiors while admiring the glittering street view of Chater Road.

Location: Shop 202, Landmark Alexandra, 18 Chater Road, Central Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Tosca di Angelo

Another Michelin-starred Italian restaurant in Hong Kong is Tosca di Angelo, which opens to the stunning view of the Victoria Harbour while perched on the 102nd floor of Ritz-Carlton. It treats every guest like a VIP with its stately ambiance punctuated by the restaurant’s high ceilings, large windows, and majestic chandeliers. In the palate department, diners can expect Italian gourmets curated by culinary professionals.

Location: 102/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong