Top pick1$Amina Pizzeria LLC
A handful of tables fill this compact, no-nonsense spot for Italian staples like calzones & pasta.
Oahu may be famous for poke and plate lunches, but the island's Italian food scene is seriously worth exploring. This list ranks all 65 qualifying Italian spots on Oahu by real visitor ratings submitted right here on NateEatsHawaii — no algorithms, no sponsored placements, just honest scores from people who've eaten there.
At the top of the rankings you'll find a diverse mix: Adela's Country Eatery in Kaneohe charms visitors with its homemade Hawaiian-style pasta in a casual carry-out setting, while Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar in Waikiki brings Neapolitan pies and cocktails to a chic indoor-outdoor space. For a more elevated, white-tablecloth experience, Arancino di Mare — also in Waikiki — is highly rated for its creative Italian dishes and robust wine list.
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The ranking
Top pick1$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$$Cozy chain eatery for romantic dining offering Italian-American classics & a full bar.
9$$Intimate chain eatery for romantic dining offers Italian-American classics & a full bar.
10$$$Cozy chain eatery for romantic dining offering Italian-American classics & a full bar.
11$$Family-friendly restaurant serving Italian-American fare in a comfortable setting.
12$$Quaint Italian restaurant serving lunch & dinner in a cozy dining room or gardenlike covered patio.
13$$$Offshoot of a Japanese chain serving up simple but refined Italian entrees & a lengthy wine list.
14Botanico Waikiki brings italian to Waikiki. Casual and welcoming atmosphere.
15$$Laid-back trattoria featuring a variety of Italian favorites including complimentary garlic rolls.
16$$Neapolitan-style pizzas with local ingredients, plus Italian wine & cocktails, in a rustic space.
17$$Brick-oven pizzeria (part of a longtime local chain) with a broad menu, full bar & TVs.
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19Unpretentious outpost dishing up vegan wood-fired pizzas in an alfresco setting.
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22Rated 4⭐ (343 reviews)
23$Homey, checkered-tablecloth spot for Boston-style pizza with Hawaiian topping options.
24$$$Italian classics & homemade pasta served at lunch & dinner in comfortable, snug surrounds.
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28$$Mezzo Bistro & Bar is a mid-range italian spot in Moiliili. Locals consider it a solid pick with full bar.
29$Mio Pastalogy is a budget-friendly italian spot in McCully. Locals consider it a solid pick with takeout.
30Indoor-outdoor restaurant at the Four Seasons offering upscale, contemporary Italian cuisine & wine.
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FAQ
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Adela's Country Eatery in Kaneohe currently sits at the top of the list, known for its homemade Hawaiian-style pasta and cozy carry-out vibe. Rankings update as new ratings come in, so check back regularly.
Several spots on this list offer Italian at approachable prices — Amina Pizzeria is a no-frills option popular for calzones and pasta, and Auntie Pasto's Restaurant is a long-standing family-friendly pick for Italian-American fare without the fine-dining price tag.
The list is ranked by real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii and is refreshed as new reviews come in, so the order can shift over time. We currently track 65 Italian restaurants across Oahu.
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