Top pick1$Amina Pizzeria LLC
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A handful of tables fill this compact, no-nonsense spot for Italian staples like calzones & pasta.
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Honolulu's Italian food scene runs deeper than most visitors expect — across 43 qualifying spots, you'll find everything from wood-fired Neapolitan pies to polished, wine-forward dining rooms. I pulled together this ranked list straight from real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, so the order reflects what diners are actually loving right now.
Leading the list is Amina Pizzeria LLC, a compact, no-frills spot celebrated for Italian staples like calzones and pasta. In Waikiki, Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar stands out for its chic setting and Neapolitan pizzas, while Arancino di Mare earns praise for creative, elevated Italian dishes paired with a robust wine list. Over in Kaimuki, Brick Fire Tavern brings a rustic, locally sourced spin to Neapolitan-style pizza.
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The ranking
Top pick1$A handful of tables fill this compact, no-nonsense spot for Italian staples like calzones & pasta.
2$$Full-service Italian restaurant with Neapolitan pizzas, wines, and cocktails in chic digs or outdoors.
3$$$Creative, elevated Italian dishes served in a polished restaurant that has a robust wine list.
4$$Tucked into Waikiki, Aroma Italia serves italian at mid-range prices. Look for outdoor seating — known as a well-loved spot.
5$$Cozy chain eatery for romantic dining offering Italian-American classics & a full bar.
6$$Romantic chain restaurant featuring classic Italian cuisine, tableside Caesar salad & cocktails.
7$$Intimate chain eatery for romantic dining offers Italian-American classics & a full bar.
8$$Family-friendly restaurant serving Italian-American fare in a comfortable setting.
9$$$Offshoot of a Japanese chain serving up simple but refined Italian entrees & a lengthy wine list.
10Botanico Waikiki brings italian to Waikiki. Casual and welcoming atmosphere.
11$$Neapolitan-style pizzas with local ingredients, plus Italian wine & cocktails, in a rustic space.
12Unpretentious outpost dishing up vegan wood-fired pizzas in an alfresco setting.
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14Rated 4⭐ (343 reviews)
15$Homey, checkered-tablecloth spot for Boston-style pizza with Hawaiian topping options.
16$$$Italian classics & homemade pasta served at lunch & dinner in comfortable, snug surrounds.
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19$$Mezzo Bistro & Bar is a mid-range italian spot in Moiliili. Locals consider it a solid pick with full bar.
20$Mio Pastalogy is a budget-friendly italian spot in McCully. Locals consider it a solid pick with takeout.
21$$Lively, family-friendly chain featuring Italian standards such as pastas & salads.
22Italian restaurant offering handmade pasta, steaks & seafood in a laid-back space with a terrace.
23Easygoing destination serving tapas, paella & grills, plus pasta & wood-fired pizzas.
24$$Long-running chain serving pizzas with customizable toppings & sauces in a simple space.
25$$Chic, contemporary choice for Mediterranean & Italian fare plus cocktails in Nordstrom.
26$San Paolo Pizzeria brings pizza to Ala Moana at a budget-friendly price point. Lively atmosphere perfect for groups and celebrations.
27$$$Elegant, modern restaurant serving Southern Sicilian fare & an extensive wine selection.
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30$$Tucked into Moiliili, Win-Spuntino serves italian at mid-range prices. Look for full bar — known as a solid pick.
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FAQ
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Amina Pizzeria LLC currently tops the list, known for its straightforward Italian staples like calzones and pasta in a casual, no-frills setting.
Several spots on this list cater to budget-conscious diners — Amina Pizzeria LLC and Auntie Pasto's Restaurant are both well-regarded for approachable, family-friendly Italian-American fare at more casual price points.
The ranking is driven by ongoing visitor ratings submitted to NateEatsHawaii, so it reflects current diner sentiment and is updated as new ratings come in.
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