14 Irresistible Italian Restaurants to Try in Las Vegas 2023

14 Irresistible Italian Restaurants to Try in Las Vegas 2023

Whether you’re craving risotto, osso bucco, or a simple plate of Spaghetti and meatballs, there are plenty of top Italian restaurants to try in Las Vegas. This list includes local family joints, pricier restaurants on the Strip like Matteo’s and Carbone, and even hidden spots that only locals know about. 

Let's go! 1. Sinatra [caption id="attachment_40083" align="alignnone" > Interior of Sinatra [/caption]

Sinatra oozes refinement and luxury with a classic atmosphere. Located inside Encore, this Italian restaurant has an extensive menu that includes classics like Lobster Ravioli and Osso Buco. Guests shouldn’t leave without trying their signature martini, the Sinatra Smash. 2. Carbone [caption id="attachment_40084" align="alignnone" > Exterior of Carbone[/caption]

Carbone is a traditional Italian restaurant with chicken scarpariello, meatballs, Spaghetti, and veal parmesan. The restaurant's ambiance reminds me of old-school Italian-American spots, with checkered floors, elegant wooden chairs, and dim lighting. Their portions are generous, and service is top-notch. 3. Aromi Italian Restaurant [caption id="attachment_40085" align="alignnone" > Facebook[/caption]

Aromi Italian Restaurant is the brainchild of Chef German Castellanos and his partner, pastry chef Alessandro Stoppa. The Italian restaurant serves a duck prosciutto salad in a sweet Maui onion dressing and burrata on top of a golden beet carpaccio. Rabbit ragout pappardelle, spaghetti neri in lobster bisque, and octopus cioppino are some favorite recommendations to try. 4. Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Steakhouse [caption id="attachment_40086" align="alignnone" > Andiamo[/caption]

Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Steakhouse serves homemade pasta, Italian bread, and American steaks with Italian flavors. All these are on display in Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Italian Steakhouse at the D Las Vegas. Guests can also try lobster ravioli, cioppino, or gnocchi Gorgonzola con punti. 5. Chicago Joe's Restaurant

Chicago Joe's Restaurant was a 1993 Las Vegas home before being converted into a restaurant in 1975.  Back in the day, it was a favorite of the mob, serving home-cooked meals by the courthouse. Find baked clams, stuffed artichokes, pasta with snails, and eggplant parmigiana. You have to try the house specialty chicken Angelo with pasta is sautéed with mushrooms, butter, and artichokes. 6. Esther’s Kitchen [caption id="attachment_40088" align="alignnone" > Meal at Esther's Kitchen[/caption]

Esther's Kitchen serves up steaming-hot sourdough loaves and fresh-made pasta, thanks to owner and chef James Trees. This Italian restaurant is very popular amongst the neighborhood locals. Guests can grab a seat in the cozy dining room and dig into pumpkin-shaped noodles with spicy pork sausage, bowls of butternut squash tortellini, and thick-cut slices of bread with delightfully salty anchovy butter. 7. Balla Italian Soul [caption id="attachment_40089" align="alignnone" > Wine at Balla Las Vegas[/caption]

Balla Italian Soul is where chef Shawn McClain unveils the magic behind seasonal Italian fare in the Sahara Las Vegas. With touches of flavorful pasta and coastal Italy, the extensive menu has endless options. Order a dish of chewy noodles in a tangy sauce brimming with Calabrian pepper, garlic, and tomatoes – and Roman-style pizzas such as Gotham with Pomodoro, cured meats, and fennel pollen. 8. Lago by Julian Serrano Lago by Julian Serrano is located in the Bellagio. This premiere Italian restaurant boasts magnificent views of the famous fountains and the lake. The contemporary twist on traditional Italian cuisine and the lavish atmosphere is unmatched. Chef Serrano provides a menu containing Italian highlights. 9. Cipriani

Cipriani is a renowned Italian restaurant thanks to its mouth-watering cuisine. The restaurant is located in the Wynn and exudes luxury. Some of their servings include classics such as Spaghetti with tomato sauce and the vanilla Crème Brulee.  10. Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar [caption id="attachment_40092" align="alignnone" > Facebook[/caption]

Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar is an award-winning wine bar that serves authentic Italian cuisine. From wood-fired pizzas to classic pasta dishes, their menu offers an extensive variety of dishes using fresh ingredients. Their wine collection has over 10,000 bottles to choose from. This is a must-try for wine connoisseurs. 11. Lupo by Wolfgang Puck

Lupo offers a unique take on Italian cuisine by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck inside Mandalay Bay. Their menu consists of dishes such as spinach ricotta gnocchi, prosciutto di parma pizza, and roasted branzino. Moreover, their extensive wine list features Italian and domestic wines. 12. La Strega [caption id="attachment_40094" align="alignnone" > Facebook[/caption]

Chef Gina Marinelli runs La Strega, and so far, she’s brought an ever-changing menu. This Italian restaurant is in Summerlin, where guests can enjoy the beautiful dining room and lounge. Chef Marinelli got her skills from her grandparents, who came from Lake Como and Sicily. 13. Brera Osteria [caption id="attachment_40095" align="alignnone" > Facebook[/caption]

Chef Angelo Auriana and Matteo Ferdinandi opened Brera Osteria at the Venetian’s replica of St. Mark’s Square. Guests can order dishes such as cacao e pepe, braised pork shank, and lamb chops. The pizza is especially popular. 14. Costa [caption id="attachment_40096" align="alignnone" > Facebook[/caption]

Osteria Costa is located at the Mirage. They serve pasta dishes such as a vegetarian dish with eggplant, garlic, and Pomodoro, rigatoni alla Norma, and bucatini cacao e pepe with caciocavallo cheese from Southern Italy.